In the adrenaline-fueled world of street racing, destiny intertwines the lives of two individuals who find themselves on opposite sides of the law.
At the heart of the story, we meet Paisley Miller, a fiercely independent and street-smart mechanic whose mysterious past has led her to a life of high-speed car modifications. Paisley lives to race, working for Harrison Miller, a charismatic yet enigmatic figure at the center of a tight-knit racing community. However, her tormented past resurfaces when she finds herself entangled in the shady dealings of a dangerous drug lord.
Enter Ryder Wilson, an undercover FBI agent tasked with infiltrating the world of illegal street racing, searching for leads on an international crime syndicate. Ryder's expertise as a skilled driver grants him acceptance into Harrison's inner circle, where he gets closer to Paisley than he ever anticipated. As their paths intertwine, Paisley's fiery spirit and Ryder's unwavering determination collide, leading them into a forbidden romance that defies both their personal and professional lives.
As the bond between Mia and Ryan strengthens, tensions rise within their criminal underworld. Betrayals, secrets, and betrayal threaten to tear them apart as the lines between right and wrong blur in a danger-filled climax. Will their love be enough to conquer the obstacles they face, or will their desire for justice and redemption pull them further apart?
Ella is falling apart trying to live a "perfect" high school life. Then she meets Ren, who can see past her scars. Suddenly perfection isn't her only option.
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Ella Volkov is a gifted music student, but she's depressed and starting to crack under the pressure of high school. Her overbearing father won't even let her choose what instrument she plays. Then she finds herself alone at a party with Ren, her best friend's crush. She'd always thought he was rude, but after that night he's all Ella can think about. Now she's trapped. If Ella dates Ren, it will ruin her friendship with Jenny. But if she stays true to Jenny, she's losing the one person who can see past her scars. It's up to Ella to decide if she will forge her own path, or stay in the "perfect" box designed for her...
Content and/or Trigger Warning: depression, anxiety, self-harm, violence, sexual assault.
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