He’s known on the sands as Beach Brat Brody, the arrogant surfer with his group of loyal fans. Finn and his best friend Trent are lifeguards, and Finn has been captivated by Brody since he first saw him surf. He’s hot, skilled, and has Finn’s heart. He doesn’t just want to know the Beach Brat, but also the man behind the board. But Brody is guarded and gives nothing of himself away. He doesn’t do relationships, and Finn doesn’t do one-night stands. Encouraged by his friends, Brody tackles a dangerous wave and Finn rushes to save him. The Beach Brat loses his sass and his confidence. Putting aside his broken heart, Finn vows to help Brody get on the board again. They tackle his fear of the sea together, and Finn catches glimpses of the hidden Brody. His walls come down, and things start to look promising, but Finn has his own demons. Just as him and Brody begin to get close, Finn rushes into the sea for a dangerous rescue that might cost him everything.

The Beach Brat

“So, I’m guessing you want a ride?”


Brody nodded at the pavement, then scratched the back of his head.


Brody placed his board in the back, then moved around the truck to the passenger door. Trent glared out his car window as he drove past, and Finn shooed him with his hand for him to go faster. His car faded from view, and Finn got in the driver’s seat, then turned to Brody.


“So, yesterday you came here for the board, today you didn’t even set foot on the sand.”


Brody shrugged. “I watched the beach from up here.”


“And I told you yesterday, they’ll expect me to surf if they see me, and I can’t. My board may be fixed but I’m still broken.”


“Did you call the hospital or your doctor like I suggested?”


Brody turned and stared out his window instead of answering.


“I’ll take that as a no. Supermarket again?”


Chapter 33