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

Brody pursed his lips. “I want you to try.”


“This sounds like the worst idea ever.”


Finn knew he couldn’t surf. He had tried years ago, but didn’t have the balance or coordination for it. Brody was convinced he could teach him, but that confidence vanished an hour into their lesson.


Brody rested the board against the steps, then strolled back into the sea. He was shirtless, and Finn couldn’t help but marvel at him. His hair had curled in the way that sent butterflies coursing through Finn’s body, and his lips were lifted in a smile. There was no hesitation in his approach to the sea, no sign of his body freezing up, and no sign of fear. Finn wasn’t seeing the beach brat, or the traumatized surfer, he was seeing Brody.


Brody collapsed back into the waves and drifted over to Finn.


“Why are you smiling like that, you suck at surfing.”


Finn tipped his head back and laughed. “I did warn you.”


Chapter 42