Binding 13 by Chloe Walsh

He wants to save her—but she’s learned how to survive alone.

Binding 13 follows Johnny Kavanagh, a golden-boy rugby star with everything going for him, and Shannon Lynch, a quiet girl trying to disappear after years of bullying. When Shannon transfers to Tommen College for a fresh start, an unexpected connection begins to form between them—one built on patience, protection, and something neither of them planned.

Chloe Walsh delivers an emotional, deeply immersive romance that blends sports, trauma, and slow-burn love. With raw character development and heavy themes handled with care, this story explores healing, trust, and the kind of love that grows in the hardest places.

Perfect for readers who love:
• friends-to-lovers romance
• sports romance (rugby)
• emotionally heavy, angsty stories
• protective heroes
• new adult / YA crossover

Format: Paperback