Coming Up Short

A heartfelt novel about a young softball player navigating the challenges of adolescence and family betrayal, this story follows Bea as she grapples with the fallout from her father's scandal and the impact it has on her relationships and self-confidence. Despite her achievements on the field and her feelings for Xander, a dark cloud of dishonesty and public scrutiny threatens her sense of normalcy. As Bea struggles with forgiveness and self-identity, the story explores resilience and the difficulty of maintaining hope amid life's upheavals.