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Jenna Riley's been benched her whole life—running the family sports bar while her athletic brothers live their dreams, and she's sworn off jocks for good. Then charming pro hockey player Tyler Anderson walks in, and suddenly this gorgeous, persistent guy is making her question everything she thought she wanted. As Ty becomes a constant presence in her life, he does more than just turn up the heat between them; he challenges her to finally play for herself instead of everyone else. It's a swoon-worthy journey about finding your own power, discovering what you're really made of, and realizing that sometimes the person who believes in you most might just be exactly who you need.
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Sensual indie-pop and R&B with confident swagger—think sultry vocals, building tension, and that slow-burn chemistry. Mix in anthemic tracks about claiming what you deserve. Steamy but emotional, with modern pop energy. For late nights and heat.
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