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When a private conversation about a certain quarterback gets caught on video and goes viral across campus, shy bookworm Maren becomes the subject of every joke—until Felix Walters himself offers an unexpected solution: fake dating. What starts as a six-week arrangement to salvage her reputation becomes something neither of them saw coming, as the charming player discovers there's so much more to the quiet girl everyone's been talking about. With witty banter, genuine chemistry, and a slow-burn romance that makes you root for them both, this college romance proves that sometimes the best connections happen when you stop trying to hide. Perfect for fans of playful fake-dating romances with heart!
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Blend confident indie pop with sultry R&B and acoustic moments—capturing the tension between guarded vulnerability and playful charm. Think witty banter meets slow-burn chemistry: upbeat energy mixed with intimate, swoony undertones. Perfect for stolen glances and unexpected connection.
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