Hothouse Flower by Krista Ritchie Summary
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In "Hothouse Flower," Ryke and Daisy's raw romance blooms under celebrity scrutiny. This NYT bestseller explores addiction, fame, and resilience with dual narration that's captivated 34,000+ readers. Can delicate flowers survive in life's hothouse? The Ritchie sisters prove they can.
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Love's Dangerous Dance: The Forbidden Connection
When seventeen-year-old model Daisy Calloway first crosses paths with twenty-five-year-old extreme climber Ryke Meadows, neither expects the profound connection that will develop between them. Their relationship begins innocently enough-Ryke becomes a supportive presence in Daisy's life through his half-brother Lo's connection to her family. What starts as friendship evolves into something deeper as Ryke recognizes layers to Daisy that others miss beneath her carefree exterior. Despite their growing emotional bond, Ryke maintains appropriate boundaries out of respect for her age and his family obligations. Their dynamic carries a beautiful complexity. During late-night conversations when Daisy can't sleep, Ryke becomes her protector and confidant. "You're quite the rebel, Calloway," he remarks during one of their garage conversations, maintaining distance while she tests boundaries. Everything changes during Daisy's professional crisis in Paris, when inappropriate conduct by a designer leaves her vulnerable. Ryke immediately flies to her side, finally acknowledging his genuine feelings. In an emergency stairwell, their relationship transforms as he admits, "I want to remain a constant in your life." Their connection, built on mutual understanding rather than physical attraction alone, becomes the foundation for healing they both desperately need.
Beneath the Smile: Daisy's Hidden Trauma
Breaking Free: Finding an Authentic Self
Brothers in Pain: The Complex Bond of Shared Blood
Living Under the Spotlight: The Price of Public Scrutiny
The Risk-Takers: Finding Freedom in Danger
The Hothouse Flower: Strength in Vulnerability
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"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
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"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
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