Clear Lake Quartet Book 1

Mallory Edwards, the queen of plans, always keeps her schedule on track. As the captain and soccer goalie for Clear Lake University, she is a 4.0 student on the path to graduate school and an amazing career. Everything seems to be going according to plan until unexpected challenges arise. Grieving the loss of her father, struggling with a crumbling relationship with her mother, and dealing with a recent type 1 diabetes diagnosis, Mallory realizes that her perfectly constructed plans are at risk of unraveling if she doesn't secure an internship by the end of her junior year. Unbeknownst to Mallory, the one obstacle standing in her way is Kenneth Gray.

Kenneth Gray, a former nationally ranked swimmer, is Mallory's opposite in many ways. While she is vibrant and rigid, he is neutral and spontaneous. The sparks that fly between them are not the good kind, leading them to be nothing more than rivals. However, Kenneth has a secret. The Brain Bowl, a game they created together, is at risk of ending, and in one semester, Kenneth must not only secure his own future but also find a way to keep Mallory in his life, outside of their game.

As the line between rivals and something more becomes increasingly blurred, Mallory and Kenneth are forced to confront their differences and the underlying tension between them. Mallory's perfectly constructed plans are put to the test as she navigates the unexpected challenges in her personal life, while Kenneth must find a way to reconcile his own goals with the desire to maintain a connection with Mallory.

The story explores themes of ambition, personal growth, and the complexities of human relationships. Mallory's unwavering determination to achieve her goals is juxtaposed with Kenneth's more carefree and spontaneous approach to life, creating a dynamic that challenges both characters to reevaluate their priorities and the way they perceive one another.

As Mallory and Kenneth are forced to confront their differences and the growing feelings between them, the reader is taken on a journey that explores the delicate balance between pursuing one's dreams and finding fulfillment in unexpected places. The narrative weaves together the personal struggles of the characters with the underlying tension of their academic and social rivalry, creating a compelling and engaging story that keeps the reader invested until the very end.

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