Suddenly You Amanda Briars has made a scandalous decision: she won't reach thirty without experiencing passion, so she arranges a discreet encounter with a mysterious stranger—only to discover he's not quite what she bargained for. When his true identity as Jack Devlin, London's most infamous businessman, comes to light, Amanda finds herself drawn to the man behind the notorious reputation, despite everything she's been taught to value. Their unexpected marriage throws together two people from completely different worlds—she craves respectability, while he refuses to bow to society's suffocating rules. What unfolds is a delicious battle between duty and desire, as these two stubborn souls discover that passion and genuine connection might be worth far more than any scandal.

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Sultry and defiant—sensual indie-pop and moody R&B with edge. Forbidden desire meets passionate surrender. Deep vocals, intimate production, and smoldering tension. Think Hozier, SZA, The Neighbourhood. Regency heat wrapped in modern longing.

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