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

Finn went down first, then looked at Brody. His stiffened body relaxed, and he released the railing. Finn didn’t comment. He sat down on the bottom step and removed his shoes and socks like the previous time. Brody joined him and rolled his trousers up to his knees.


Finn stood up, and offered Brody his hand. Brody glanced up and down the beach, then took it.


When the freezing cold water touched Finn’s toes, his feet cramped in protest. Finn led Brody into the shallows of the sea, until their ankles were submerged in the murky water.


Brody nodded, and tightened his grip on Finn’s hand. They took another step, then another, until the water reached Brody’s knees. He gasped, and Finn stopped.


Finn nodded. Although the water was murky, the outline of their feet could just about be seen. When the wave rocked past them, the outline blurred to nothing.


Chapter 39