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After escaping a psychologically abusive relationship and hitting rock bottom at thirty-five, Daisy Cade retreats to her famous brother's Chicago home, hoping to finally find some peace—but her carefully reconstructed world derails the moment she meets Stuart Adkins, a captivating Irish singer whose piercing gaze seems to see straight through her defenses. With her angry ex circling back for revenge and her well-meaning family caught in the chaos, Daisy must navigate the terrifying possibility that healing and love might actually be within reach, even for a self-proclaimed "wild child" who's spent her whole life running. What unfolds is a deeply moving story about breaking cycles, learning to stay, and discovering that sometimes the people who see us most clearly are exactly what we need.
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Soft indie folk meets moody alt-pop—think Hozier, Bon Iver, and Phoebe Bridgers. Vulnerable vocals, warm guitar, moments of building intensity. Music for healing, hope rekindling, and cautious second chances. Intimate yet hopeful.
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