The Right Move by Liz Tomforde Summary
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NBA star meets best friend's sister in this irresistible slow-burn romance that captivated 336,000+ Goodreads readers. With its perfect blend of fake dating and emotional depth, "The Right Move" became 2023's most celebrated sports romance. What makes readers call it "best written romance" ever?
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When Opposites Collide: The Chemistry of Contrast
Ever wondered what happens when a meticulous planner meets a free spirit under one roof? Ryan Shay lives by structure and control. As captain of the Chicago Devils basketball team, his life revolves around discipline-from his minimalist black-and-white apartment to his carefully guarded personal boundaries. Basketball isn't just his career; it's his salvation after a devastating betrayal left him emotionally walled off from the world. Enter Indiana "Indy"-vibrant, emotional, and wonderfully chaotic. Fresh from her own heartbreak after catching her boyfriend of six years cheating, she reluctantly moves into Ryan's apartment as a temporary arrangement. Their first encounter sets the tone perfectly: Ryan horrified by the explosion of color and chaos suddenly invading his sanctuary, Indy convinced her reluctant host despises her very existence. What makes their dynamic instantly magnetic is how their differences create both tension and possibility. When Ryan finds Indy crying over her ex and can't bring himself to kick her out-even offering her a spare key despite his initial coldness-we glimpse the first crack in his carefully constructed armor. Their opposing energies don't just clash; they begin to complement each other in unexpected ways. Ryan's controlled exterior hides deep wounds, while Indy's emotional openness masks her own insecurities. In each other, they find the missing pieces they didn't know they needed.
Trust Issues: The Scars We Carry
Actions Speak Louder: The Silent Language of Love
Living in the Spotlight: The Price of Fame
Healing Through Vulnerability: Finding Strength in Openness
Creating Home: Where We Belong Together
Finding Balance: Dreams Worth Sharing
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"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."
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