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Alive and Kicking
2025
First Published
4.58
Average Rating
303
Number of Pages

Rachel Cramer prefers quiet nights, familiar routines, and absolutely no surprises. But when her adventurous sister Richie dies far too young, she leaves Rachel a parting a bucket list of all the things she never got to do—and a gentle nudge from beyond to start living boldly. Tasked with honoring her sister’s wishes, Rachel finds herself juggling her not-so-glamorous job at her grandparents' sewage pump company (yes, really) and an unexpectedly viral social media presence that has the internet flushing with laughter. Enter TJ Doyle, midfielder for the Boston Buzzards and professional life avoider. Off the field, TJ is lost—adrift in endless scrolling, shallow content, and a growing sense that something’s missing. He’s not sure what he’s searching for, but he knows it’s not more of the same. Number 8 on Richie’s list? Meet TJ Doyle. And when their paths collide, Rachel and TJ—polar opposites on paper—begin to challenge each other in all the right ways. As they stumble toward connection, healing, and maybe even love, they’ll discover that sometimes, the best goals in life aren’t the ones you plan.

Avg Rating
4.58
Number of Ratings
40
5 STARS
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Author

Kathryn R. Biel
Kathryn R. Biel
Author · 23 books

Never one to be accused of being a shrinking violet, I use humor, often inappropriate, to deal with real life. Filled with the inability to sit still and blessed with the ability to multi-task, when I'm not writing, I'm working as a pediatric physical therapist. I can also be found dancing, knitting, watching Marvel movies, and doing absolutely anything to avoid cleaning my house. Through my stories of resilient women, let me help you find your funny. www.kathrynrbiel.com

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