She's loved him from the shadows... and he's the last person she expected would see her.

When international soccer star Hassan Yasin returns to his small hometown to recover from an injury, he's not prepared for the woman who greets him-his best friend's little sister, Khadra, all grown up and impossible to ignore. Sweet, smart, and quietly confident, Khadra is everything he never knew he needed.

Khadra has built a peaceful life surrounded by her beloved books and a close-knit circle of friends. But Hassan's return sends her carefully guarded feelings spiraling. Her childhood crush has returned with more charm than ever-and more complications than she bargained for.

As sparks fly and old feelings resurface, Hassan and Khadra find themselves navigating nosy neighbors, well-meaning family, and the undeniable pull between them. Can they overcome the past-and their own doubts-for a future together? Or is their love story destined to stay on the sidelines?

With laugh-out-loud moments, heart-stopping romance, and a cast of unforgettable characters, Beyond the Sidelines is a delightful journey about unexpected love and the courage it takes to go after it.

About the Author:

I. Farah is a Canadian author of Somali heritage, best known for her emotionally driven contemporary romances. With a background in science, Farah weaves stories that combine heartfelt character development with themes of culture, identity, and love. When she's not writing, she's daydreaming about the perfect love story. Farah's work is inspired by her passion for storytelling and her belief in happy endings that resonate across diverse experiences. Beyond the Sidelines is her latest novel, capturing the delicate balance between fame, love, and self-discovery.