She's a distraction, that's what she is.
I'm the newest Captain of the Devils, Chicago's NBA team, and the last thing I needed this year was for Indy Ivers, my sister's best friend, to move into my apartment. She's messy, emotional, and way too tempting.But when the team's General Manager vocalizes his blatant disapproval of my promotion to Captain, referring to me as an unapproachable lone wolf with no work-life balance, I can't think of a better way to convince him otherwise than pretending to date my outgoing roommate.The only problem? Faking it feels far too natural.Having a fake girlfriend wasn't supposed to be messy but having Indy under my roof and in my bed is complicated, especially when she wants all the romantic parts of life that I could never give her.INDYI never imagined I'd be living with my best friend's brother, NBA superstar Ryan Shay. Even more unbelievable? He needs me to act as his loving girlfriend who's suddenly changed him into a friendly and approachable guy.Because, well...he's not. He's controlling of his space and untrusting of others.Our arrangement isn't one-sided, though. I'm in a wedding coming up, one where every one of my childhood friends, including my ex-boyfriend, will be in attendance, and there's no better date than my ex's celebrity hero.Blurred lines make it almost impossible to separate real from fake. Falling for my roommate was never part of the deal, especially when Ryan is quick to remind me that he doesn't believe in love.I'm a romantic and can't help fantasizing that he'll change, but soon enough, I find myself questioning if sharing a roof with my best friend's brother was the right move after all.
Liz Tomforde
Liz Tomforde is a bestselling American romance author known for her emotionally engaging sports romances, irresistible chemistry, and character-driven stories about love, personal growth, and finding a place to belong. Drawing inspiration from the world of professional athletics, Tomforde creates romances featuring ambitious characters, close-knit friendships, and relationships that challenge expectations. Her writing blends playful banter, heartfelt vulnerability, and passionate romantic tension while exploring self-worth, trust, family, and the courage to embrace lasting love.
Tomforde is best known for her *Windy City* series, which includes *Mile High*, *The Right Move*, *Caught Up*, *Play Along*, and *Rewind It Back*. Set against the backdrop of Chicago's professional sports world, the interconnected novels follow hockey, basketball, and baseball players and the women who change their lives. Her stories feature popular romance themes such as fake dating, forced proximity, single-parent relationships, friends-to-lovers, and second chances. Throughout the series, Tomforde emphasizes emotional connection, supportive friendships, and characters learning to overcome insecurities and past disappointments.
For readers who love sports romance with strong emotional stakes, swoon-worthy relationships, and unforgettable found-family dynamics, Tomforde delivers stories filled with humor, passion, and heart. Her books are especially suited to readers who enjoy contemporary romance, professional athlete love stories, slow-burn attraction, protective romantic leads, witty dialogue, and relationships built on friendship, trust, and personal growth.
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