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She was also Emma's former agent the one who had dropped her after the Marcus debacle three years ago.
"Caroline," Emma managed, her voice carefully neutral. "This is unexpected."
"Emma, I'll cut right to the chase. I've been hearing wonderful things about the romance novel you're working on. Word is it's a significant departure from your previous work more emotionally authentic, better character development."
Emma felt a chill of suspicion. "Where are you hearing these things?"
Caroline's laugh was smooth and practiced. "Darling, you know how small the publishing world is. People talk, especially when someone shows real growth as a writer. Emma, I think we should discuss your future."
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