Beneath the Rivalry

(New chapters every Sunday) "Beneath the Rivalry" is a teen romance book centered around Tessa Virgo and Alex Barren, two high school seniors who have been fierce academic and athletic rivals for years. Both driven, competitive, and successful in their respective fields, they have always seen each other as obstacles to overcome. However, when their best friends, Abby and Tyler, set them up on a blind date, they are forced to confront their long-standing rivalry in a more personal light.

As the story progresses, Tessa and Alex begin to discover that their competition hides a deeper connection. Alex is revealed to be struggling with living up to his late father's legacy, while Tessa is focused on her goals of becoming a psychiatrist and helping others. Along the way, they must navigate complex relationships with their friends and exes, including Tessa's abusive ex-boyfriend Chase Warner, who re-enters her life in dangerous ways.

Set in the backdrop of Starfern High, "Beneath the Rivalry" explores themes of love, personal growth, and the journey of two people discovering that beneath the surface of competition lies the potential for something deeper. Through moments of tension, vulnerability, and shared experiences, Tessa and Alex's relationship evolves from rivalry to something far more unexpected