Rhys Koteskiy is back—well, he’s supposed to be.
After taking a brutal hit during last year’s Frozen Four, the Waterfell University hockey captain and NHL heir was left with a concussion and a newfound unease on the ice. Haunted by nightmares and panic attacks every time he tries to skate, Rhys is unsure if he’ll ever return to the game—or if he even wants to.
Sadie Brown is determined to stay focused this semester, no matter what.
Burdened by debt, custody battles for her younger brothers, and relentless skating practices, she’s just trying to get through each day. Known for her fiery temperament and frequent disappearances, Sadie has earned a less-than-stellar reputation on campus.
When she accidentally witnesses one of Rhys’s panic attacks and steps in to help, a unique bond begins to form between them.
No questions, just comfort.
Rhys finds himself drawn to Sadie. While he feels like a shadow of his former self, Sadie is overflowing with raw, intense emotions. Rhys is desperate to feel something, while Sadie wishes she could escape her overwhelming feelings.
But healing and secrets don’t mix well, and they’re both navigating a precarious path, unsteady and unsure.
