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What We Take Away

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Votes 379
Parts 41
Time 10h 21m

Mature

2005 asianamerican athlete christian college comingofage depression faith family firstlove forgiveness freshmanyear growingup lettinggo music newadult oppositesattract romance trackandfield wattys2022 youngadult

Cassie gives up her dream to study music to prove her worth to her dad. Everything changes when she meets Zac, the handsome athlete who lives at the other end of their freshman dorm hall. 

Their strong, unexpected attraction foils Cassie's academic plan and Zac's desire to excel in his sports career. Sparks fly and mistakes are made that damage their friendship. Confused and hurt, Cassie turns to Aram, a mysterious boy she meets by chance.

But Aram is hiding a darkness of his own, and Zac may be the only who can keep Cassie from getting swept up in his tornado. Will Zac make it to Cassie in time? Or will past hurts prevent him from being the friend he knows she needs?

Based on true events, this is a story of first loves, heartbreaks, and the triumphant and brutal moments of growing up.All Rights Reserved

2005 asianamerican athlete christian college comingofage depression faith family firstlove forgiveness freshmanyear growingup lettinggo music newadult oppositesattract romance trackandfield wattys2022 youngadult

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Play Hard, Love Harder cover

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3.2 Paper rings | ✔ cover

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𝐈 𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐰𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐛𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 cover

Play Hard, Love Harder

Olympia Blake never thought her life would turn into a whirlwind of volleyballs and high school drama. One minute, she's acing her classes and spiking volleyballs, and the next, she's invited to join an elite training program. Talk about a plot twist! Leaving behind her junior year and the familiar chaos of high school, Olympia dives headfirst into a world of intense training and sky-high expectations. And then there's Jake McKinder, her brother's best friend and the basketball team captain. Their relationship is like a rollercoaster-full of ups, downs, and unexpected turns. Balancing their sports and the distance between them? Not exactly a walk in the park. As Olympia navigates this new chapter, she finds herself making new friends and maybe even catching feelings for someone unexpected. One person, in particular, seems to get her in ways she never saw coming, hinting at a future that's both exciting and a little scary. With her past and present colliding, Olympia's choices will shape her destiny. The world is watching, and her story is just beginning. Buckle up, because it's going to be one heck of a ride!