Whispers of Autumn - college romance

Elena is an international student in her third year, navigating the challenges of marketing and supply chain management in Vermont. After a painful betrayal by her ex-boyfriend, she struggles with trust and loneliness, going through the motions of school and work while keeping her heart tightly guarded. Each day feels like a battle against the weight of her past, leaving her longing for connection but afraid to let anyone in.

Myles, also a third-year student, is an architecture major with dreams of playing professional hockey. As the oldest sibling in a family of Eastern European immigrants, he carries the weight of responsibility and discipline, focusing solely on his studies and sport. When he meets Elena, their chance encounters in the cafeteria turn into stolen glances that hint at something deeper.

As they cross paths at a campus party, a friendship blooms, igniting feelings neither of them expected. But with their pasts looming large, they must confront their greatest fears-abandonment and the risk of distraction. Can they navigate their insecurities and allow themselves to embrace the connection they've found, or will the shadows of their experiences keep them apart?

Join Elena and Myles in Whispers of Autumn, a heartfelt story of trust, resilience, and the courage it takes to open up to love when everything feels at stake.

A college sports young adult romance