They both have big goals. But will an unplanned baby derail their futures?

Madison craves so much more out of life. Counting down the days until she leaves for college, the eighteen-year-old dreamer is ready to escape her alcoholic mother and small-town nosiness. But wanting her first time to be with someone she trusts, she approaches her best guy friend with a sexy farewell proposition.

Hamilton’s excited for the next chapter. Drafted to MLB to start in the minor leagues, he treasures his one special night with his favorite girl as a fond send-off. And unwilling to let it become a final goodbye, he savors each word of their many texts and video calls to stay connected.

Her stomach dropping when she finds out she’s pregnant, Madison scrambles for a way to keep it secret from their tight-knit circle, continue her longed-for education, and not destroy her bestie’s promising baseball career. But though Hamilton is confused by her sudden distance, he discovers a desire for something deeper than friendship.

Will they open their hearts to each other, or will hard choices push them apart?

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I shake my head. If it weren’t for Salem’s wedding, I could spill my guts right here, right now. I know lying naked in his arms is not how I want to share we have a daughter. I want to, I need to unburden myself of my secret. “I…” my voice quivers. I take in a deep breath then exhale. “I’ve got something major I’m working through. I need to plan some things out before I can share it with you.” I glance into his eyes. 


His brow is furrowed. “I can help you if you let me,” he offers. 


I have no doubt how he will help once he knows the truth. This is just not the right time. “Your mom asked me about it yesterday. I guess she can see I’m holding something back. I just can’t tell the two of you, yet.” His eyes beg me to open up. “I need some more time, I need to do something first, and then I promise I’ll share it with you.” 


Chapter 64: Madison