Violet Donovan is a force on the mat. An all-state wrestler who knows how to pin and win, she's never been afraid to use her strength. Jasper Alwood keeps himself hidden. Quiet, guarded, and traumatized, he doesn't let anyone in, and he doesn't let anyone close enough to touch him. When an unexpected accident forces them together, Violet reaches out on instinct. Jasper pulls away just as fast. What begins as frustration turns into a fragile negotiation of boundaries, trust, and permission. Permission to touch. Permission to brush hands. Permission to hold. Each moment of contact crosses a line that can't be returned. In a small town where everyone thinks they know each other, Violet and Jasper are about to learn that love isn't just about who you can hold. It's about learning when and how to let go.
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