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About this book
When Cait finally lets her guard down and says yes to Bryson's proposal, she thinks she's found her happily ever after—until his overbearing mother arrives and starts planting seeds of doubt. Now Cait's caught between protecting the vulnerable heart she only recently opened up and fighting for the man she loves, while Bryson scrambles to keep the peace and remind everyone what really matters. It's a sweet, swoony battle of wills wrapped up in sassy banter and genuine heart that'll have you rooting for this couple to make it down the aisle. Perfect for anyone who loves a feel-good love story with just enough family chaos to make it interesting!
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Soft indie pop and acoustic love songs with gentle vulnerability—think early Taylor Swift, Ingrid Michaelson, and Ron Pope. Warm, hopeful melodies wrapped in tender emotion and quiet strength. Perfect for swoony second chances and fighting for love with a full heart.
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