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    When an informant reveals the crook is planning to get hitched at a certain Vegas wedding chapel, Steve sees an opportunity to get his man. But he didn't expect the undercover assignment to include being the Elvis impersonator... or that the wedding director Gracie would make him want to practice his hip moves.Gracie Sergeant is tired of coordinating ceremonies for other couples--she wants her own dream wedding. Her new coworker Steve is a hunk of burning love, but there's something off about him, something she can't quite put her finger on... although she'd like to!A romantic comedy to brighten your day!(Note: This story was original released in 2005; Stephanie has updated and revamped the story, adding 10,000 words for this modern re-release!)

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