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 can’t believe I’m going to a high school prom again. My prom had been the best; I was not only the top of my class, but I was also the top athlete in the nation. High schools were my glory years except for the summer of graduation when I watched who I thought was my friend run over an innocent person and then laugh after not getting caught. I should have kicked his ass back then, but I was a coward. I wasn’t anymore. Brie couldn’t date a coward, but she could date a man who was atoning for his past.


Vic had been right; I should have gone to the police when I got my memory back. To hell with my father. Oliver was damaged forever, and the culprit should be punished accordingly. He was supposed to be Victoria’s date, not my baby brother. Brie should be in a sea of her classmates and friends, laughing and charming the pants off of whatever college she wants to attend, instead of plotting the possible demise of her nemesis.


Chapter 46: Execution