Racing Hearts - by Ann Adams (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

When a competitive rower's losing streak threatens her Olympic dreams, she must train for the summer with a hometown coach to win it all back in this irresistible opposites-attract romance.

"Such a fun, romantic read! I highly recommend this debut romance."--New York Times bestselling author Monica Murphy

Katherine Parker doesn't just dream of rowing in the Olympics. She has a carefully crafted plan. With a strict training schedule, a meticulous diet, and no one else in her boat to slow her down, she's as good as gold.

Then her boyfriend breaks up with her at the starting line of a big race and Kath comes in dead last. She's swiftly kicked off the team and out of the Olympic Training Center--the only place she's ever felt at home.

With one shot to win back her spot, Kath returns to her hometown to train with a new coach. The upside? Coach Adrian is hot. The downside? Instead of letting Kath follow her own training regimen, Adrian pushes her outside her comfort zone, urging her to try new things and let go of control.

With her Olympic dreams on the line, Kath will have to choose: stick to her perfect plan, or find out if the key to winning--and happiness--is to embrace the part of rowing that makes it fun, one sweaty, sexy training session at a time.

Review Quotes

"Racing Hearts by Ann Adams was such a fun, romantic read! I am always a sucker for a sports romance, and I loved learning so much about rowing. Plus, the connection between Kath and Adrian and their character growth was a *chef's kiss*. I highly recommend this debut romance."--Monica Murphy, New York Times bestselling author

"Ann Adams's debut, Racing Hearts, completely blew me out of the water. It's one of my favorite kinds of romances--about two people who are so good at what they do but have lost faith in themselves, until they find that other person who admires the hell out of them and helps them get it back. I want these two people to love and love and love each other because their connection really sliced through something in me. Ann Adams is a new favorite in romance!"--Alicia Thompson, USA Today bestselling author of The Art of Catching Feelings

"Racing Hearts swept me away from the first page! I was deeply moved by Kath and Adrian's profound understanding and support of each other, set against the fascinating backdrop of elite rowing. Ann Adams is a voice to watch!"--Ava Wilder, author of Some Kind of Famous

"Racing Hearts gives an authentic portrayal of elite athletics and shines."--Booklist

"Adams makes the scenes on the water just as gripping as the angsty, emotionally rich relationship."--Publishers Weekly

"Racing Hearts explores the mind and heart of an elite athlete. . . . To find a way from temporary to forever, both Kath and Adrian must confront their self-images and pasts in this interesting look into a unique world."--BookPage

About the Author

In a past life, Ann Adams was a junior national champion, national medalist, and resident of the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Lake Placid, New York. She competed in sprint kayaking--a sport that's a lot like rowing, except kayakers face the right direction and no one has ever heard of them. Today, she lives in Sacramento, California, where she spends most of her time analyzing public policy and going for moderate hikes with her husband and overly enthusiastic cockapoo. Mostly, though, she's writing stories--especially those about women falling in love and finding their power.