Kiss the Sky by Krista Ritchie Summary
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Step into Rose and Connor's electrifying romance as they navigate reality TV's spotlight. This TikTok-viral sensation earned "Best Ensemble Cast" honors and sparked Penguin's special re-release. What emotional intensity awaits in the book that left readers declaring it "deserves nothing less" than perfection?
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When Ambition and Desire Collide: A Love Story Beyond Convention
Rose Calloway and Connor Cobalt exist in a realm where intelligence is currency and vulnerability is weakness. Their relationship defies romantic norms-she's Princeton-educated with OCD and an "ice queen" reputation; he's a Penn graduate with an arrogance that borders on mythological. Their connection began years ago when Connor, serving as a Student Ambassador, offered Rose his blazer after someone spilled soda on her dress before an Honor's Program interview-an uncharacteristically spontaneous gesture from a man known for calculated precision. Their conversations aren't filled with sweet nothings but rather philosophical debates and literary references. When they play "Kill, Marry, Fuck" with Disney characters, Rose's choices-killing Prince Charming, marrying Robin Hood, and choosing the Beast-reveal more about her values than hours of conventional conversation ever could. Their intellectual sparring serves as foreplay, each verbal joust bringing them closer to understanding one another's complex minds. What makes their dynamic so compelling is how they challenge each other's carefully constructed walls. Rose's unfiltered honesty chips away at Connor's emotional distance, while his strategic patience helps her navigate her intense perfectionism. When Rose admits, "I like being your teammate more than your rival," it marks a profound evolution-recognizing that partnership offers something more powerful than individual achievement ever could.
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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."
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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."
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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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"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
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