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One Night Only by Shann McPherson
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This was my first book by this author, and it won't be my last! The story struck a chord with me because of its theme. Cancer has had a presence in my family; three of my aunts have faced it, we lost two, and one is still fighting. I understand the struggle, the fear, the uncertainty, and the heartbreak that comes with it. Because of this, I felt an instant connection to Emily. Before diving into the story, I was already rooting for her happiness. As I read on, I was continually in awe of her strength. And Dallas? I loved how he turned out to be the one for her. From the very beginning, their connection was strong, and their journey together was beautiful to witness.

Emily is such a strong, resilient, and independent woman! I admire her so much. She’s faced not only the challenges of cancer but also the betrayal of her fiancé. I was so happy to see how supportive her family was during her darkest times. After leaning on them, she’s ready to stand on her two feet again. She’s excited about landing her first job after a long break, but things get a bit complicated when Dallas enters her life.

Dallas is a professional hockey goalie with a playboy reputation. Emily and Dallas had a great night together, but she disappeared in the morning. A month later, they bump into each other again, only this time Emily is working as the assistant to his agent. Throw in a non-fraternization policy, and things get tricky! But Dallas is convinced that Emily is the one for him, and he’s determined to win her over.

I loved how understanding Dallas is! Even though he comes off as a cocky playboy, he openly shares his feelings with Emily and shows her time and again how serious he is about their relationship. He is a simp for her and proud of it. It was touching to see his vulnerable side and how deeply he cares for her. Emily, who’s been guarding her heart, slowly lets her walls come down as she gets to know the real Dallas. It was inspiring to watch her regain her confidence with Dallas’s support.

This book truly is amazing, and the characters' stories will stick with me for a long time. I loved how deep the characters were and how their struggles felt so real and relatable. The side characters were fantastic, too, and I can’t wait to read the next book!