Holland has been secretly in love with a subway busker for years. When he needs help with his visa situation, she proposes a fake marriage. He needs papers. She needs a reason. What neither expected was how real it starts to feel. A warm, musical NYC romance.
Moderate heat with emotional depth.
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Moods: Heartwarming New York City Slow Burn Sweet
Tropes: Fake Marriage Immigrants Musicians City Life
Yes, complete standalone.
Yes — the love interest is a guitarist and music is woven throughout.
Slowly and sweetly — the emotional realization is gradual for both characters.
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