Leeds investigates online and leaves questions anonymously on message boards about hauntings. At first, Leeds wonders if it is a continuation of Layla’s different behavior, but he soon begins to question whether or not something supernatural is happening. Leeds hears noises, a fire is mysteriously lit. Leeds notices the shift in Layla’s behavior, but Leeds also begins to notice other strange things in the place. Layla is agitated in the bed and breakfast, but does not understand why. Leeds considers buying the bed and breakfast for an investment, but he does not tell Layla his plans. The bed and breakfast has been abandoned and is now for sale. Leeds rents the bed and breakfast where he first met Layla and takes Layla there to continue her recovery. He remains committed to their relationship. Leeds makes a full recovery and takes care of Layla while she recuperates from a gunshot to the head. When Sable, one of Leeds ex-girlfriends, learns of Leeds new relationship, she finds herself in a jealous rage that ends in violence. They connect and realize that there is more to their relationship than they originally expected. Leeds performs in a band and ends up hooking up with Layla after the wedding. Layla tells the story of Leeds and Layla, a young couple, who meet on the night of Layla’s sister’s wedding. This study guide was created using the following version of this book: Hoover, Colleen.
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