Cover of Crush (Crush, #1)

Crush

Lacey Weatherford

Crush #1

young adult romance(24k)

A driven theater girl swore she'd ignore the charming bad boy — until his secret made that impossible.

Description

When destiny collides with desire, a bad boy’s secret could change everything. Cami Wimberley is on a clear path to her dream future. As a talented and dedicated senior with aspirations to be a musical theater major, she has no room in her plans for distractions—especially not from someone like Hunter Wilder. He’s the charismatic party boy with a reputation, and while she’s determined to keep him at bay, their undeniable attraction keeps pulling them back together. Hunter has always thrived in the moment, avoiding any ties that could tie him down. But Cami isn’t just another girl. Despite himself, he’s drawn to her passion, talent, and determination. As they grow closer, Hunter’s dark secret threatens to tear them apart—a secret so big it could shatter not just their budding romance but several lives. In a world of love, lies, and betrayal, can Hunter keep his past concealed, or will the truth forever change the way Cami sees him? Dive into this enthralling romantic suspense by #1 International & USA Today bestselling author, Lacey Weatherford. Begin your journey with “Crush” and discover why readers around the world have fallen in love with this chart-topping series.

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