Racing the Shadows
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Last published Sun, Nov 9, 2025
In the high-speed world of Formula 1, Sofie Keizer moves quietly behind the scenes - a trauma therapist trusted by the world's fastest drivers. Scarred by a tragedy in her past, she's learned to keep her distance, maintain control, and navigate life in the shadows of her memories.
Then comes Daniel Ricciardo - charming, mischievous, and impossible to ignore. He challenges her calm, teases her wit, and slowly breaks down the walls she's built around her heart. Between the roar of engines and the pressures of the paddock, Sofie and Daniel discover that even the fastest hearts can learn to slow down... and that some shadows are worth racing toward.
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