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Two Across
Awkward teenager Stanlet Owens meets his match in beautiful, brainy Vera Baxter when they tie for first place in the annual National Spelling Bee-and the two form a bond that will change both of thei lives. As neither wants to follow the predetermined paths set by their mothers, Stanley hatches a scheme to marry Vera in a sham wedding, hoping the cash gifts will enable him to pursue his one true love: crossword puzzle construction. However, he neglects one variable: Vera is secretly in love with him. Realizing the truth only after he's lost her, Stanley tries to atone for his mistakes, but he's unable to find her. Then one day he comes accross a puzzle whose clues indicate it could only have been created by Vera. Intrigued, he plays along, communication back to her via his own gridded clues. But will they connect again before it's all too late? Part romantic comedy and part coming-of-age tale, TWO ACROSS is a love story that explores the boundaries of trust, the power of forgiveness, and the wisdom of listening to your heart.
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