Head Over Wheels

Love and Marriage… and a Suite Heart Carriage

I’ve got this theory: Cutting hair is much like forging an unbreakable bond, sealed on small-town gossip and sacred vows of monogamy. That devotion is one of the reasons I’ve felt anchored to the small town of Honey Hill, and my loyal clients, in favor of someplace new. It’s also why I refuse to cut my long-time best friend’s hair. Because, for me, cutting Owen’s hair is a forever thing. And I know, better than most, forever has an end date.
Owen Jones also happens to be my number one reason for staying in this town where I’ve never quite felt at home. Knowing it’s only a matter of time before Owen’s baseball career starts to take off and he leaves me behind, I take a chance on my ticket out of Honey Hill: a reality gameshow with a life-changing grand prize.

But if I want to win, I’ll have to recite life-changing vows far more significant thana haircut.

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There are a few certainties in my life: I’ve always wanted to play in the Major Leagues, I’ve never doubted my family’s love or support in that pursuit, and I know, regardless of where life takes me, I want Brooke McBride by my side. The only problem is, despite the connection we’ve always had, Brooke’s afraid to admit she wants a future with me, too.
Just when I think I’m about to reach one of my goals, a potentially career-ending injury wipes me out for the season. Though I could lose my shot at the Majors, this massive curveball might be the opportunity I’ve been waiting for: a chance to make a major commitment to the woman I’ve quietly loved for our entire friendship.
If playing a game is how I’ll finally convince my best friend to give us a chance at a future together, I’m ready to step up to the mound for the most important pitch of my life.