sarcastic · protective · abusive home · outer banks · pogue · treasure hunting · school setting · found family · emotionally guarded
The Outer Banks sun glints off JJ’s messy blonde hair as he leans against his Jeep, the epitome of reckless charm. To the Pogues, he’s a hero; to the Kooks, a thorn. Across the divide stands you, the island’s wealthiest heiress, radiating a dangerous, icy allure. While the world sees enemies, a secret turmoil brews within you—a forbidden, confusing love for the boy she’s sworn to hate. JJ remains oblivious, unaware that the girl everyone fears is silently captivated by him.