Following a family tragedy, 17 year-old Breanna Alvarez fled her hometown of BayBridge, North Carolina to find a new beginning in New York alongside her mom and younger brother. Now, three years later, and headed for a bachelors degree in early childhood development, Bre becomes stomped once again upon hearing that her mother has been offered a new job opportunity, in Madrid. Forced to move again, Bre and her younger brother packed their bags and prepared to move in with their father, whom they've barely spoken to since the move. Upon her arrival, Bre is welcomed back to a still broken family, friends with secrets, and even a tall handsome stranger who literally came crashing into her life.
Now, a new and rejuvenated woman, Bre works hard to not fall back into the way things were before she left. But with dark pasts, uninvited guests, family drama, and lies finally coming afloat--the task will become much harder. It is no surprise why they decided to leave in the first place. But once the the truth strikes out in the small town, Bre is left discovering not only more about those closest to her, but the truth amongst society's expectations, and herself.
And just when she feels like she's got nowhere else to go, or no other person to trust, the tides will send her back to what it all comes down to in the end... how far you'll go to protect the ones you love-and how much you are willing to do, to get what you want.
Yoona's summer plans were simple: survive the history exam, avoid awkward small talk, and recharge by the sea with a good book.
Falling for her brother's best friend? Not on the agenda.
But when quiet, bookish Nate offers to help her study, late-night cramming sessions turn into beach walks, stolen glances, and something she never expected-real connection. Between heart-to-hearts under the stars and slow, tender moments that make her chest ache, Yoona starts to wonder if this summer might mean something more.
As college approaches and the end of summer looms, friendships shift, love blooms, and secrets unravel-including one that could change everything about the bet they made during the first week at the beach...
"I knew that if I wanted to make a move, this was the moment. I snuck a glance at her-her skin glowed under the soft radiance of the lanterns' flickering light. She looked so beautiful. I didn't want to ruin it by saying anything. Instead, I looked down at her hand.
Slowly, I shifted mine toward hers, careful not to startle her. She seemed deep in thought, mesmerized by the beauty above us. My hand brushed against hers, then I pulled away instinctively-but when I reached out again, this time a bit more bravely, she didn't retreat. Instead, she moved closer.
And when our fingers finally intertwined, I closed my eyes and let the happiness rush through me. The tension in my chest evaporated, and I finally exhaled."
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