Love's First When Virtual Sparks Ignite Samantha Diderik’s digital world is about to collide with reality. Ethan Walters, her brother's college roommate and best friend, has been more than just an online presence; for the last year, he's a whispered secret in her heart. From a simple online acquaintance, her crush has grown into a yearning for something far beyond pixels. Finally, she will meet him in person on a road trip with her brother. The journey will test if their powerful friendship can blossom into love. But the lingering threat of a stalker casts a shadow on it all. Ethan, whose life has been overshadowed by the brilliance of a remarkable stepbrother, has always fought insecurity. Determined to pursue a career as a surgeon—just like his brother—Ethan is confronted with an agonizing protect his aspirations or surrender to the intoxicating allure of a woman who has cracked the walls around his heart. He can’t have both. Prepare to embark on a journey, where courage meets vulnerability, and love flourishes in the face of adversity. A testament to the power of the human heart and the whispers of a love worth fighting for. Books in the Safe Harbors SeriesA Change of Plans (#1)Torn Canvas (#2)Swing Vote (#3)The Widow and the Professor (#4)Whispers of Forever (#5) ***Note to readers This book was written by a human—me. I did, however, use the help of AI in the brainstorming, research, editing, and some of the images. AI is everywhere now in all kinds of programs we use on a regular basis.***