Cross the Line by Becca Steele ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5

⚽ The golden boy and the delinquent ⚽

After acting out to try and gain his parents attention, Kian is suspended from the football team and risks losing his spot to new student Preston. This starts Kian's one sided rivalry against Preston, as he can't let go of the idea that he is being replaced. Preston however, is only interested in gaining more of Kian's attention, whether in the form of irrational arguments or heated moments that he hopes will eventually lead to more.

Kian had his walls built high, being used to constant disappointment from his absent parents. Deep down, he just wanted someone to see him and love him for who he truly was and luckily for him Preston saw through his mask and embraced him wholly.

Despite their rocky start, once they both give in to their feelings, their relationship soon blossoms and they find comfort and happiness within each other.

Kian and Preston complement each other perfectly. Kian encourages Preston to let go and have fun whilst Preston helps Kian believe he's worthy of love and affection. I love this pairing so much and was so happy to see their cameo later in Blindsided!


CW: violence, brief mention of childhood abuse