Breathe of Winter
In Breath of Winter, Kayla Spencer, a talented high school skier with a hidden battle against cystic fibrosis, finds her world shifting after a chance encounter with Niko Kravchenko, a charismatic Ukrainian immigrant and fellow student at Eastbrooke High. Kayla has always been cautious about letting others get too close, afraid her secrets and struggles will push them away. But when Niko unfazed by his setbacks takes an interest in her, Kayla must decide if risking her guarded heart is worth the chance at something extraordinary. Set against the backdrop of snowy slopes and the fleeting intensity of teenage connection, this story explores courage, vulnerability, and the quiet beauty of first love.…
