Different Kind of Heat
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  • Reads 995
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  • Parts 18
  • Time 2h 29m
Ongoing, First published Apr 07, 2021
The competition between them was undeniable and easy to spot, only their spark made it harder to hide.
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The soccer field was the only place Alexis felt at home, where it seemed like finally, she had found her purpose. Streaking down the field like a bolt of lighting, using her endurance to power through the opponents, all while taming the ball that bobbled between her feet, drifting forward a bit with each dribble, was the best feeling she could imagine.  

But the bad news strikes her like a tornado, capturing and taking away all the things she used to cherish about the sport.

There's a spark for the ball, sure, always. 

But for the heart? It's new, that's for sure.

Alexis wasn't prepared for the new challenge, and she sure isn't ready for the people it brings with it.
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#250 in sports (4/9/21)
#1 in co-ed (5/12/21)

*Extended Summary Inside!!*
-Book has some language and triggering themes, and a bit of a mature romance-

Some pov switching! -
the story moves pretty slowly, so I understand if that is not something that triggers interest for you!! (:
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