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Playmaker Duet #0.25-2

Playmaker Duet Box Set: A Sport Romance

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He's a hockey player with a reputation—partly due to his name, partly due to his ice time.
She's never found a home to let her walls come down...
...welcome to the fight of your life, Porter.

Porter Prescott spent years fighting to make a name for himself in the sport his family rules, but right when he heads to play for a club not associated with his family’s name, he meets her...and starts to wonder if maybe there’s more to life than breaking out of his family's shadow.

Asher Spence spent a lifetime learning that the only person you could count on is yourself-and even then, you can still fail. Then she meets him and he gives her hope...and a place to finally call home.

But after a lifetime of heartbreak and regret, Asher can't help but worry that what seems perfect now, might just come crumbling down.

Fight. And when that's not enough? Hold on for your life.

Includes Porter & Asher's full Troublemaker, Breakaway, Altercation, and Holding !

This story arc can be read as a complete standalone to both the Prescott Family series, and the Love In All Places series.

742 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 27, 2017

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Mignon Mykel

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Mignon Mykel is the author of the Prescott Family series, as well as the short-novella erotic romance series, O'Gallagher Nights. When not sitting at Starbucks writing whatever her characters tell her to, you can find her hiking in the mountains of her new home in Arizona.

Mignon's latest release, Winski and Leeds, is available now!

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February 20, 2018
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Blurb:
From hockey romance writer Mignon Mykel comes a complete story arc featuring a hockey player who has had everything handed to him, and a girl who has had to fight for everything.

Includes Porter & Asher's full story: Troublemaker, Breakaway, Altercation, and Holding!

...Fight.

Porter Prescott spent years fighting to make a name for himself in the sport his family rules, but right when he heads to play for a club not associated with his family’s name, he meets her...and starts to wonder if maybe there’s more to life than breaking out of his family's shadow.

Asher Spence spent a lifetime learning that the only person you could count on is yourself-and even then, you can still fail. Then she meets him and he gives her hope...and a place to finally call home.

But after a lifetime of heartbreak and regret, Asher can't help but worry that what seems perfect now, might just come crumbling down.

And when that's not enough? Hold on for your life.

All four Porter and Asher stories, now in one book! This duet can be read as a complete standalone to both the Prescott Family series, and the Love In All Places series.
2,189 reviews18 followers
October 30, 2017
Troublemaker
This is a quick read that gives us background on Porter. His the baby of the family trying to find his way as he’s trying to step out of his brothers’ shadows. Looking forward to reading more.

Breakaway
His a quick read. This gives us background on Asher. It’s angsty and heartbreaking. It will take you through an emotional journey. Looking forward to reading more on Asher and Porter’s story.

Altercation
It’s an emotional read with twists and turns. Porter and Asher’s story continues through a spin of a few years. I enjoyed Porter and Asher’s journey as they overcome obstacles and insecurities. I enjoyed the suspense, the chemistry and watching Porter and Asher grow. Looking forward to reading more.

Holding
What a conclusion! It’s sweet, angsty and heartbreaking. It will continue to capture your heart as it continues its emotional ride. I enjoyed Porter and Asher’s journey as they continue to fight for their HEA.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this book.
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3,749 reviews489 followers
November 23, 2021
Sweet and emotional….

This is a collection of four stories – novellas and full-length – that tell the beautiful courtship of Asher and Porter. Porter was born into a hockey family and love and support abounded. There was a lot of responsibility and pressure, too, and he had to find his own way. As long as that was the same as Asher. Asher’s experiences were much different and pain and loneliness were part of her history. With each carrying their own baggage, finding common ground was going to take time and a lot of hard work…

If you are looking for characters to bond with, to feel their pain, angst and happiness, then this read fits the bill. So many ups and downs. So many relatable situations with family. There were surprises and bumps and through it all a lot of growth and building of something special.

The Prescott family is large and there are other stories already written and to come – I need to re/acquaint myself with all of them! ~Diane, 5 stars
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1,222 reviews145 followers
October 29, 2017
I thought this book was going to be somewhat predictable since I had read the novellas on Porter and Ashe. Color me WRONG. This story feels like such an accurate portrayal but still is creative and unique in its telling. You get plenty of fan yourself moments between Porter and Ashe (yeah). STEAMY (wink wink). Though what impressed me most is that Porter is dedicated to Ashe. As a professional athlete, being a man-whore is a frequent depiction. That is not the case here. Porter only has eyes for Ashe and is my definition of a good guy. Ashe (I need to pause). Let me tell you what I love about her. If you look up the word survivor, you would see her. OMG this girl is amazing and she touched my heart. She also felt realistic in her responses to what life has thrown at her. If you are looking for a beautiful story that takes you on a ride of emotions then this is the read for you. I definitely recommend and Happy Reading!!!
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1,350 reviews17 followers
November 2, 2017
Wow this was amazing. This is the first time reading a book by this author and I'm sad about that. She is a phenomenal writer. I really enjoyed reading this. It's so easy to fall in love with Asher and Porter. I've never read their story before so this was a great start. I couldn't put this book down once I started. I will definitely be reading more from Mignon.

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1,286 reviews43 followers
October 30, 2017
Asher was in foster care since birth. Had a really crappy life with some troubling times. She finally gets out and is on the way to a better life when she meets Porter. He instantly has a connection with Asher but she has secrets from her past that are keeping her from trusting Porter completely. Can she heal with Porter's love and get a HEA? Loved this duet.
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829 reviews5 followers
November 1, 2017
Wow, just wow!! So much emotion and I almost didn't know how to handle it! Right from the start I knew Porter and Asher were going to take me on a ride. That ride was crazy, emotional, sweet, heart-wrenching and heart-warming. I was beyond amazed with this story. I loved every single bit of this!!
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58 reviews2 followers
November 3, 2017
I was given an ARC for my honest review. I have to say I was not disappointed! While the length of 4 books was a lot to read all at once, it was so worth it. I will not recap or give any spoilers, since I think it’s completely unnecessary. The character development was amazing. The author made the entire story feel real. It had such a range of emotions throughout. I first read “Interference” a year or so ago, and I really loved it! So, when I saw the opportunity to read an ARC I was super excited! Thank you for writing! I look forward to more from you!
21 reviews
February 23, 2018
Playmaker Duet

First class all the way from the beginning to the end. Be prepared for a full range of emotions while reading this set of books. Once you start reading, it's hard to stop for any reason. Hope to read of this family in the future. Just a great book, touches on issues that we are exposed to or has happened to someone we may know.
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404 reviews61 followers
November 24, 2017
Emerald Book Reviews


'"You have stories." It wasn't a question.

"I have stories," I agreed, before turning over my arm, showing him the final piece on my arm, the beautiful arrow with 'hero' making up the shaft.

"But I'm the hero of them."'


There is something so devastatingly profound yet enlightening, about a heroine that has seen the worst of humanity, experienced far too much pain, confusion and loneliness for a quiet and lost teenager; yet somehow she still manages to come through the other side, a stronger person, intelligent, kind, loyal and loving.  That is precisely the kind of female protagonist we get in the shape of Asher Spence, a shy, tattoed, pierced enigma that falls into hockey star-in-the-making Porter Prescott's, life.


Playmaker Duet delves into the intertwining lives of Porter Prescott and Asher Spencer.  It goes from their formative teenage years and the contrasting lives that they each led then, through to those pinnacle moments in time, where their feelings and actions towards one another where tentative- more than friendship but yet undefinable.  It also steers the reader through all of the hardships this beautiful couple face, the devastating secrets, the falling irrevocably in love, overcoming obstacles, agonising sorrow and the trials and tribulations that come along with loving someone, even when they can't love themselves.

Where Asher is skittish and unsure most of the time, Porter is her strong, sturdy handsome touchstone.  There is a darker side to Asher's story and although uncomfortable to read, it made me appreciate her character so much more.  She gutted me in a way no other heroine has ever done before.  I felt so protective towards her, maternal even, just wanting to see her achieve her happily ever after.  She perceives herself in the most heartbreaking way imaginable so reading those moments where Porter makes her laugh or smile seemed to hold more weight behind it, than your average romance.


'Every pent-up emotion from the last two months, from the last four years, exploded in my body.  My blood ran too fast.  My heart pounded too hard.  And my eyes filled with too many tears.

With a shaking hand, I pointed at myself and even though I couldn't see him through the haze of tears, I told him in broken words, "Because I'm ******* disgusting."'


Absolutely.  Heartrending. But the best books often are.  They make you feel, whether it's sadness or happiness or anger or annoyance, and this collection will certainly make you feel everything.


But where there is pain there is also beauty to be found, and in this instance it is watching how Porter's love and his family's love brings Asher back to life.  To a place where she is loved, wanted and adored for who she is.  In particular it's watching Porter fall helplessly in  love with Asher that makes this collection so incredibly beautiful.  How they interact, the dialogue and his loyalty and need to take things slow with her.  He is such a perfect hero.  He's sexy, loyal, attentive and willing to fight for who he loves and for his career in ice hockey too.  Independently we have been given two magnificent characters that shine out with their own individual merits, but together they are an unstoppable and dynamic couple with an explosive  sexual tension to match the emotional side. 


I loved that Porter and Asher's story was told over several years, rather than the usual months-long romance, that tends to unfold in love stories, as we get the good, the bad and the sexy, spanning over a realistic time frame.  Author Mignon Mykel is an extraordinary writer and I don't use that term lightly.  She manages to take some very dark and difficult subjects and handle them with sensitivity and a dose of realism, not only regarding the time frame but also the repercussions and emotions that spring from those events and how others deal with the fall out of the revelations.


This collection is a terrific blend of tragedy and pain, romance and love, wonderfully naughty sex scenes and great dialogue.  We're given a tremendous story, with two beautiful lead characters as well as an array of side players that bring a touch of comedy and familial love.  Playmaker Duet is definitely one of my best reads of the year.
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2 reviews
October 23, 2023
Foci fogadási stratégiák – Második rész

Ez futballfogadási útmutatónk második része. Látogass el erre az oldalra, ha el akarod olvasni az első részt!

A kombinált fogadással megérheti, ha csak a kedvencekre fogad. Gyakran az erősebb csapat nyer – az, akinek alacsony a nyerési esélye.

1. fogadás: odds 1,22

2. fogadás: odds 1,15

3. fogadás: szorzó: 1,12

4. fogadás: odds 1,18

Ennek a leosztásnak a teljes szorzója 1,85 (1,22 x 1,15 x 1,12 x 1,18). 10 eurós téttel 18,50 eurós nyereséget érhet el. Minden egyes eseménynek nagyon nagy a valószínűsége, hogy megtörténik – tehát ebben az esetben számíthat a győzelemre.

Rendszer típusú fogadási stratégia

A fogadóirodák lehetőséget adnak, hogy egy rendszerre fogadjon. Ebben az esetben több nagy oddsú eseményt is választhat az 5-ből 3 rendszerben. három választásra van szükség ahhoz, hogy nyerj, hogy bármilyen profitot termelj. Rendszerekre fogadáskor sok ember nyer hosszú távon. Fontos azonban, hogy a fogadás megtétele előtt elemezze az eseményeket. Ne csak az esélyekre hagyatkozzon, hogy tétje nyerésre számítson.

Progresszív fogadási rendszerek – melyek a legnépszerűbbek?

Az online fogadásban a progresszív fogadási rendszerek rendkívül népszerűek. A progresszív fogadási rendszerekben a játékosnak az előző fogadás kimenetelétől függően kell módosítania tétjét – legyen az győztes vagy vesztes. A progresszív fogadási stratégiák és rendszerek egyaránt használhatók sportfogadásoknál és kaszinójátékoknál.

A Martingale rendszer az egyik legnépszerűbb és hosszú múltra tekint vissza. Ezzel nagy kockázatot vállal, mivel minden következő tét megduplázódik. A szabály az, hogy 2 szorzóra kell fogadni – például rulettben piros/feketére, és használhatod hasonló szorzójú sportfogadásoknál is. A D'Alembert, Paroli és Labouchere rendszerek további népszerű stratégiák, amelyek hosszú távon sikereket hozhatnak a sportfogadásban.

Fogadás esélytelenebbekre – stratégia a sportfogadásban

Ez a stratégia nagyon jövedelmező lehet, de rendkívül kockázatos. Azok, akiknek szerencséjük volt ezzel a stratégiával, természetesen hajlamosak azt gondolni, hogy az esélytelenebb fogadás biztonságos fogadási stratégiának tekinthető. Ennek a stratégiának csak akkor van értelme, ha ezek az esélytelenek igazán jó csapatok minőségi játékosokkal, és többször nyertek. Persze az is fontos, hogy mi az ellenfél csapata. Hiszen minden lehetséges, főleg a fogadások világában. Az olyan nagy ligákban, mint a Premier League és a La Liga, gyakran láthattunk esélyeseket nyerni a nagy csapatok ellen, így az ilyen típusú fogadásokra mindenképpen érdemes odafigyelni.

Fölött/alatt fogadási stratégia

Ez a fajta fogadás nagyon népszerű a futballban. Ezt a stratégiát gyakran használják labdarúgó-mérkőzéseken, ahol a játékos például több mint 2,5 gólra fogad a mérkőzésen. A játékosok döntik el, hogy több vagy kevesebb gólra fogadnak-e. Ennek a fogadásnak csak két kimenetele lehet. 2,5 gól feletti fogadásnál érdemes gólt rúgó, gólerős csapatokat keresni. Még ha az odds nem is túl magas, a folyamatos nyerés mellett hosszú távon elégedett leszel.

Következtetés: A megfelelő fogadási stratégiával minden lehetséges

Mint látható, a fogadási stratégiák lehetőségei szinte korlátlanok. Abszolút minden ízlésnek van valami, a fogadások kockázatvállalási hajlandóságától függően. Ezt az oldalt naprakészen fogjuk tartani, és új stratégiákat adunk hozzá a részhez, mivel a fogadóirodák világa soha nem alszik, és folyamatosan új lehetőségek merülnek fel. Végül azt tanácsoljuk, hogy okosan fogadjon a nyerő fogadási stratégiák bármelyikével.

Íme a pénzügyi stratégiák, amelyeket figyelmébe ajánlok:

Visszafordítási stratégia
A 10 százalékos stratégia
Egy lépcsőzetes stratégia
Stratégiai jelszavak
Va Bank stratégia
Ormond stratégia
Labouchere stratégia
1-3-2-6 stratégia
Stratégiai Oscar
Contra D'Alembert stratégia
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2 reviews
May 24, 2024
10 sportfogadási tipp kezdőknek: Kezdjen magabiztosan fogadni

A sportfogadás izgalmas és potenciálisan jövedelmező hobbi lehet, de egy kicsit ijesztő is lehet a kezdők számára. A számtalan sportág, csapat és fogadási lehetőség közül hol is kezdje? Annak érdekében, hogy az újoncok magabiztosan indulhassanak el az online fogadás útján, összeállítottunk egy 10 sportfogadási tippet.

Akár a futball, a kosárlabda, az MMA vagy bármely más sport rajongója, ezek a tippek szilárd alapot biztosítanak ahhoz, hogy felelősségteljesen kezdjen fogadni, és élvezze a játék izgalmát, kihasználva a legizgalmasabb bónuszokat.

Az alapok megértése: Bármilyen fogadás előtt fontos megérteni a sportfogadás alapfogalmait. Tudjon meg többet az esélyekről, a pontfelárakról, a pénzvonalakról és a különböző fogadások működéséről. A tudás a legértékesebb eszköze.
Kezdje kicsiben: Kezdőknek bölcs dolog kis tétekkel kezdeni. Ez lehetővé teszi, hogy jelentős összegek kockáztatása nélkül érezze magát a folyamatban. A tapasztalatszerzés során fokozatosan növelheti tétjeit.
Válasszon megbízható sportfogadást: Válasszon egy jó hírű sportfogadási oldalt. Kutasson és olvasson véleményeket, hogy megbizonyosodjon arról, hogy megbízható, biztonságos és versenyképes esélyeket kínáló platformot használ.
Bankroll kezelés: Állítson be költségvetést sportfogadási tevékenységeihez, és tartsa be azt. Ne fogadjon többet, mint amennyit megengedhet magának. A hatékony bankroll-kezelés a hosszú távú siker kulcsa.
Csináld meg a házi feladatodat: Kutasd fel a csapatokat, a játékosokat és a statisztikákat a fogadás előtt. Minél többet tudsz a sportágról, amelyre fogadsz, annál jobbak lesznek a döntéseid. Kövesse a híreket, a sérülésjelentéseket és a korábbi teljesítményadatokat.
Koncentrálj egy sportágra: Bár csábító a különböző sportágakra fogadni, gyakran hatékonyabb, ha egy olyan sportágra összpontosítasz, amelyért szenvedélyesen vagy. Egy sportágra szakosodás segíthet tájékozottabbá válni és jobb előrejelzéseket készíteni.
Kerülje el a veszteségek üldözését: A kezdők egyik legnagyobb hibája, hogy nagyobb tétekkel próbálják megtéríteni a veszteségeket. Ez még nagyobb veszteségekhez vezethet. Ehelyett maradjon fegyelmezett, és ragaszkodjon a bankroll kezelési tervéhez.
Tanuljon fogadásaiból: nyerjen vagy veszítsen, minden fogadás tanulságos élmény lehet. Jegyezze fel fogadásait, eredményeit és a döntései mögött meghúzódó indokokat. Ez segít a trendek azonosításában és a stratégiák finomításában.
Használja bölcsen a bónuszokat: Sok sportfogadó bónuszokat és promóciókat kínál új fogadók vonzására. Bár vonzóak lehetnek, figyelmesen olvassa el a feltételeket. Egyes bónuszokhoz szigorú fogadási követelmények vonatkoznak.
Maradjon tájékozott és alkalmazkodjon: A sport és a sportfogadás világa folyamatosan változik. Kövessen lépést a legújabb fejleményekkel, és legyen készen a stratégiák módosítására. Legyen rugalmas és hajlandó fejlődni fogadóként.

Következtetés:

A sportfogadás élvezetes és potenciálisan jövedelmező időtöltés lehet a kezdők számára, de ehhez tudásra, fegyelemre és átgondolt megközelítésre van szükség. Ez a 10 legjobb sportfogadási tipp célja, hogy segítsen az újoncoknak magabiztosan fogadni. Ne feledje, hogy nincs biztos módja annak, hogy minden fogadást megnyerjen, de ezeknek a tippeknek a követésével javíthatja a megértést, és növelheti az esélyét a megalapozott és sikeres fogadások megkötésére. Kezdje kicsiben, tanuljon a tapasztalataiból, és élvezze a játék izgalmát, miközben felelősségteljesen játszol.
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216 reviews5 followers
November 20, 2017
This box set has the entire and complete story of Asher and Porter. What a huge roller coaster of emotions this story brings you on, just when you think all is perfect, life throws another curve ball. The story gets messy, some problems are brought upon themselves but that is how life is. Imperfect, and our characters reflect this so well. The issue with true love, however, is that it can persevere. A great read, and with the inclusion of both prequels, this box set does a perfect job of telling the entire story from start to finish. I can't wait to see these two make appearances in future books!
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28 reviews1 follower
March 22, 2018
I need me a Porter

I absolutely that these books take you on a journey. You get feel like you are part of the Prescott family, you watch two young troubled characters grow into amazing, loving adults. If you need a "comeback" kid type of read than Asher & Porter are definitely what you are looking for. I love all the highes and lows I experinced in this read. If you need an amazing read to bring all your emotions to life, you NEED to these books!
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1,271 reviews24 followers
March 30, 2020
What an emotional ride!

Porter and Asher are seriously my FAVORITE couple❤️❤️❤️ Reading this complete set has me in all my feels. You definitely MUST read Breakaway to really truly get the feel of Asher’s background....that girl is seriously my HERO!!! Love her something fierce. Porter is the Prince that every girl dreams about. His actions will have you in all your feels. Be prepared for the BEST duet I have EVER read!!!
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1,846 reviews15 followers
April 4, 2020
My heart.......

This book, took my breath away. I had to put it down and come back to it a couple of days later, it was that emotional.

These two went through so much. But, to see them grow throughout the years was magical. That's one thing I loved about this duet, it was detailed throughout and so touching. The way Mignon was able to write this so beautifully was applauding.

I certainly look forward to seeing more of these two in future writes.
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December 13, 2021
5 dears for Playmaker Duet Box Set by Mignon Mykel

What an amazing series. One of the best ways to read a great series with great characters is in a box set. You will fall in love with the Prescotts but especially Porter and Asher. Such a beautiful and heartbreaking storyline. Lots of feels. Asher is so strong and Porter is so amazing with Asher. Can't wait for the next instalment of Prescotts.
1,229 reviews4 followers
April 3, 2020
4 stars

Overall, I thought that this was very well written and overall a sweet, hope-filled story (although definitely with dark moments). I thought there were too many extraneous scenes. Too much that did not add anything to the story and really had no purpose. I like that it spanned many years, but a lot could have been cut out.
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202 reviews
October 9, 2020
This series was a great series. So much happened in this story that will make you feel so much and wonder how someone can get past what happens to them but Porter showed Asher that you can overcome. So much love.
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220 reviews3 followers
March 18, 2021
This hockey love story...

This hockey love story is literally EVERYTHING!! I’m obsessed and have to keep reading more. I’m so addicted this lovely family all around and Porter and Asher are just a drop dead gorgeous couple. I can’t wait to see snippets in other stories with them.
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338 reviews3 followers
December 3, 2017
You can't go wrong with getting caught up with the Prescott's. This is definitely a series you will continue to fall in love with each book.
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213 reviews33 followers
April 24, 2020
didn't finish this book. just didn't like the writing or the characters.
17 reviews
May 26, 2020
Fantastic Read!

What a fantastic read! I so loved Porter and Ashers story. An amazing ending to round out an amazing story!
98 reviews
June 5, 2020
So many emotions this was a great book I 100% recommend this
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36 reviews1 follower
December 4, 2021
So many trigger warnings

Was it necessary to make the heroine an abandoned kid in the foster system
AND
Have her sexually abused by her foster father
AND
Have to overcome said trauma
AND
Have said foster father reappear later in her life to kidnap and r*pe her again
AND
Have the hero’s 3-year-old niece die of cancer?

Please give this sweet couple a break already!
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1,346 reviews11 followers
October 18, 2021
I read this the first and second times years ago and just loved the story. It's one of the few that have really stuck with me. Butterfly Save is coming out soon and I'm doing a reread of as much Prescotts as I can squeeze in. I can yell you I loved porter and asher just as much today for the 3rd read as I did back the first time.
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