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

He was getting closer, but progress was slow, and his body weakened, then numbed. He kicked with his legs, but he was losing sensation in his arm, and his vision blurred.


Trent was close, and Finn had never been more relieved to hear the angry shout of his name. His arm was tugged, and he groaned, then winced, pressing his teeth together to ride out the surge of pain.


He jolted at Brody’s voice. He was in the sea and had taken hold of Finn’s other arm as they dragged him out of the water. Finn staggered up with both Trent and Brody supporting him.


Finn blinked, and fought for breath. The cold wind chilled him, and he shivered wildly. His attention was drawn to a brown blur rushing up the beach. Jasper wasn’t shuddering from his trauma, but running happily with his tail whipping back and forth.


Finn shrugged weakly. “Just jarred my shoulder.”


“Good, cause now I’m gunna lay into you—


Chapter 46