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Waves of Affection: The Havenbrook Romance Series by Audrey Stone - Book 21
Waves of Affection: The Havenbrook Romance Series by Audrey Stone - Book 21
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Sometimes you have to wipe out completely to learn how to ride again.
Olivia Martinez has built her life around the ocean, teaching others to surf its moods and fighting to protect its fragile beauty. The last thing she expects is Raz Torres, a disgraced pro surfer nursing old injuries and a bruised ego, showing up in her small town and needing her guidance. What begins as reluctant lessons turns into a slow-burning connection as Olivia’s fearless passion collides with Raz's broken determination to find his way back. Together, they’ll discover that the hardest wipeouts can lead to the strongest comebacks, and that love, like the perfect wave, is worth the risk of falling..
Waves of Affection
Olivia Martinez has dedicated her life to two things: teaching people to read the ocean's moods and protecting the waters she calls home. As a surf instructor and passionate environmental activist, she's built a reputation for being fearless in the waves and fierce in defending what she loves. The last thing she needs is some washed-up pro surfer disrupting her carefully balanced world.
Raz Torres used to be surfing royalty, chasing perfect waves around the globe and collecting sponsorship deals like trophies. But a series of spectacular wipeouts—both professional and personal—has left him broken, bitter, and hiding out in a small coastal town where nobody knows his name. When persistent shoulder pain forces him to swallow his pride and take lessons from a local instructor, he expects pity and star-struck enthusiasm. What he gets is Olivia's no-nonsense attitude and zero tolerance for his self-pity.
What starts as reluctant remedial lessons becomes something deeper as Olivia's passion for the ocean reminds Raz why he fell in love with surfing in the first place. Through dawn patrols and beach cleanups, heated arguments about conservation and quiet moments watching sunsets from their boards, they discover that healing isn't just about getting back on the wave—it's about finding someone worth staying grounded for.
As they navigate the delicate balance between teacher and student, activism and ambition, they'll learn that the most powerful waves aren't always the ones that make headlines—sometimes they're the ones that wash away your fears and carry you home.
A passionate slow-burn romance about second chances, finding your purpose, and discovering that love, like the perfect wave, is worth waiting for.
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The Havenbrook Series Reading Order
Start Anywhere. Fall in Love Everywhere
Each book in Audrey Stone’s romance universe is a complete love story that can be read and enjoyed on its own. Whether this is your first Audrey Stone novel or your fifth, you’ll find layered characters, slow-burn chemistry, and satisfying emotional arcs in every standalone. For readers who want the full experience, a recommended reading order is available.
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Meet the Author Audrey Stone
Audrey Stone writes emotionally rich, unforgettable contemporary romances filled with heart, emotion, and charm. A private soul with an eye for detail and a deep love of storytelling, Audrey brings each love story to life with authenticity, depth, and just the right amount of magic. More about the author here.
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| Paperback Dimensions | 5 x 0.51 x 8 inches |
| Language | English |
| Categories | Contemporary Romance, Small Town Romance, Forced Proximity Romance, Enemies-to-Lovers Romance, Romantic Comedy |
| Series | The Havenbrook Romance Series, Book 21 |
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