Fair Catch by Ce Ricci (Paperback)

Agreeing to take in Kason Fuller as a roommate was supposed to be a simple favour. It quickly becomes anything but. From the start, his presence disrupts daily life, pushing patience to its limits with constant interruptions and clashing routines.

Kason, a dedicated football player, brings a very different energy into the space. What begins as frustration soon turns into an attempt to restore order, with a plan to help him focus elsewhere and ease the tension at home. It seems like a straightforward solution—until it isn’t.

As time passes, the dynamic between them begins to shift. The irritation that once defined their interactions gives way to something more layered. Small moments reveal a different side of Kason, one that’s harder to ignore and even harder to resist. The connection that forms is unexpected, growing stronger with each passing day.

But their differences don’t exist in isolation. Outside pressures and expectations begin to weigh in, casting doubt on what feels natural between them. What once seemed like a temporary inconvenience becomes a turning point, forcing a choice between staying within familiar boundaries or stepping into something uncertain.

Set in a college sports setting, this story explores how proximity, contrast, and shared experiences can reshape first impressions and challenge the path someone thought they were meant to follow.