Beneath the Rivalry

Cassie Routledge has spent years locked in a bitter rivalry with Rafe Cameron, the cocky and privileged asshole who happens to be Cassie's best friend's brother. As the younger sister of John B, Cassie grew up on the rougher side of the Outer Banks, always clashing with the Kooks and their arrogant ways. Rafe, in particular, has been the bane of her existence, always teasing, mocking, and reminding her of their worlds apart. But when their constant tension boils over into something neither of them expected, the lines between hate and desire blur.

After a series of heated encounters, Cassie finds herself tangled in an emotional whirlwind, battling feelings she never wanted for someone she's supposed to hate. Meanwhile, Rafe struggles with his own complicated emotions, torn between his long-time girlfriend Sofia and his undeniable attraction to Cassie. As both try to navigate their lives, they must face the truth about their feelings-and what it means for their futures.