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Chasing Dawn

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In the shadow of his haunting past, 22-year-old Julien Dubois, a French army veteran, finds solace in the roar of Formula 2 engines, his eyes fixed on Leonardo Fornaroli, the unflappable Italian rising star of Invicta Racing. Struggling with PTSD after a traumatic mission, Julien's world is a battlefield of nightmares and isolation-until a contest win brings him to the glittering Monaco Grand Prix. There, a chance encounter with Leo ignites an unexpected bond, pulling Julien from the darkness toward a fragile hope.
As the 2025 F2 season unfolds, their friendship deepens through the highs of victory laps and the lows of Julien's healing journey. Leo, battling the pressure of a championship chase, discovers strength in Julien's resilience, while Julien learns to confront his demons with Leo's quiet support. Amidst the chaos of racetracks and the quiet of Marseille sunsets, a slow-burn romance blooms-one tested by trauma, sabotage, and the courage to love.
Will Julien find peace beyond the battlefield, and can Leo's drive lead them both to a new dawn? Dive into this heartfelt tale of redemption, where the heart races as fast as the cars.All Rights Reserved

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