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.
“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