The Risk to Be Real
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Last published Thu, Aug 28, 2025
Tessa Martinez isn't here to play. She's focused on growing her nail tech business, leveling up her YouTube channel, and staying drama-free at her new school. Romance? Not on the schedule.
Then she meets Adonis Jackson.
Senior. Streetwear star. Founder of Apex Wear.
Everyone's either crushing on him-or trying to be him. But Tessa's not impressed. Her indifference only makes Adonis more curious, and what starts as friendly banter quickly turns into something deeper neither of them expected.
As ambition and attraction collide, Tessa and Adonis must navigate viral attention, jealous exes, and the pressure to succeed-while figuring out who they really are beneath the hustle.
Because being seen is easy.
Being real?
That's the real risk.
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