This is a preorder of 'Take the Floor' by Leigh Suznovich!

Release date: August 18, 2026 

Estimated Shipping: September 2026 (earlier if possible!)

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Own the Floor - Book 1

Blurb:

Sophie Allard is one of the most passionate, accomplished ballroom dancers in the game, but she has yet to win the US Championship. Right on the cusp of getting her chance with her partner, disaster strikes. She’s now partnerless and adrift, but still dreams of claiming that title. Her haughty persona and wealthy upbringing hide a host of insecurities, and a soft heart that yearns to be properly loved. Never did she think she might find it in the arrogant Russian who has been a thorn in her side for years…

Leonid Antonov is the picture of smug arrogance after getting out of Russia and overcoming poverty. Ballroom dance is his outlet and refuge, and he is one of the best in the sport. When his longtime partner makes the difficult decision to retire, Sophie’s coach pitches him the idea of partnering with his longtime rival. They have been dogging each other on the competition circuit and trading barbs since they were teenagers. The idea of dancing with the pampered French princess who makes his blood race is not his favorite, but he doesn’t see any other way to keep competing.

With their eyes fixed on winning, they strive to put their animosity aside and make the partnership work. The constant proximity and close dancing start to bring both of their sky high walls down, ignite a fire between them, and help them find a beautiful partnership off of the floor as well as on it. Will they be able to both win the championship and each other’s hearts? 

What to Expect:

• Rivals to Lovers
• Grumpy x Snarky
• Ballroom Dancers
• French Woman x Russian Man
• Cute Nicknames in their Language
• A Cute Cat

Content Warnings: 

• Absent parents
• A pain killer and alcohol dependent father, and enabling mother
• Mention of an accident that resulted in permanent leg injury (not on page)
• A side character who experiences a heart issue and becomes hospitalized (he’s ok, though)
• A side character discusses her pregnancy symptoms briefly, but the main characters choose to remain child free
• Kink exploration, specifically breath play and watching in the mirror
• Open door spice