Life as a teenager is already a challenge. Life as a mute only adds to the chaos, but for Aubrielle Matthews, it’s just a regular day. Balancing being a gold medal gymnast, a social pariah, and backlash for her mutism is nothing new.

If that wasn't already enough, throw in Riverback Heights alum Lynx Peak.

Lynx is the golden boy who returns with some unfinished business. Despite his popularity, he faces demons from his past. On the outside, he’s handsome and rich with a carefree aura, but that’s just on the outside. Much darker and haunted things lie beneath. Lynx knew his return wouldn’t be a warm welcome, but he was shocked by all the changes in the town that never changes.

Can Brie and Lynx find the strength to overcome the poison that is Riverback Heights?

Will Lynx be able to right the wrongs of his past?

Can Brie find the voice the town stole from her? 

The Balancing Act was created by AZW, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

The Balancing Act

I hadn’t expected her to respond with those four simple words, but it didn’t stop the smile from taking hold of me.


“What the hell are you so giddy about?” Logan asked, tossing his bag into the backseat.


I quickly locked my phone and pocketed it. I would reply as soon as I dropped him off and was alone. I wasn't embarrassed to talk to her, but I didn’t need Logan sticking his nose where it didn’t belong. He had a gift for ruining things for me before they even began.


“None of your business,” I replied.


“As long as it doesn’t have anything to do with that girl, I couldn't care less.” He rolled his eyes and opened the passenger door before waving someone over. “You don’t mind dropping off Noelle either, right?”


I knew better than to believe that he was asking permission. He had already given her the green light to get in, he was just daring me to say no.


When are you free? The message came into my mind like a freight train.


Chapter 13: Haunted