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He falls HARD

Dancing Around This by Miley Howard

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Things you’ll find in Dancing Around This:

☀️Big city & small town

💛Billionaire boss x Personal assistant

☀️Age gap (17 years)

💛Best friend’s dad

☀️Kinda grumpy x sassy/snarky

💛Mutual pining

☀️Angst

💛Found Family

☀️Idiots to lovers to idiots (to lovers)

💛Instant attraction

☀️Banter

💛Neurodivergent coded characters

grumpy sunshine romance, age gap romance, workplace romance, billionaire romance, found family, kindle unlimited romance, book recs, romance books, indie author, romance reader

#agegapromance #smalltownromance #booktokromance #steamybookrecs #grumpyxsunshine

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If you're a fan of grumpy sunshine romance, Dancing Around This offers a refreshing take on the classic opposites-attract trope. The dynamic between a billionaire boss and his assistant is enriched by a 17-year age gap, adding layers of tension and emotional depth. The best friend’s dad element brings complexity, creating moments of angst and tenderness that keep readers hooked. One aspect I especially appreciate is how the story handles neurodivergent coded characters, providing representation that's often missing in romance novels. It adds an authentic texture to their interactions and emotional growth. The book's setting shifts between the buzz of a big city and the charm of a small town, which beautifully complements the fluctuating moods of the characters. The witty banter and instant attraction feel very natural thanks to the author's clever dialogue and realistic character quirks. The excerpt showing his shy admission about wearing her shirt to the gym and how she teases him captures the essence of their playful yet deeply affectionate relationship. It’s those small, intimate moments that really make the romance believable and relatable. For readers looking for a steamy yet heartfelt indie romance combining billionaire intrigue, workplace dynamics, and found family warmth, this novel delivers. Plus, with availability across Kindle Unlimited, Kindle, and paperback, it’s easy to dive into the story wherever you prefer to read. Whether you're new to romance or a seasoned booktok romance enthusiast, Dancing Around This offers a rewarding read with memorable characters who ‘fall hard’ and invite you into their imperfect yet endearing love story.

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