The Gamer's Heart

Carly Winters lives in two worlds.

By day, she’s the quiet girl in the back row of Brookdale High—hoodie up, notebook full of fox doodles, invisible to almost everyone. But by night, she’s Lunaria, a fearless rogue in her favorite online game, a player known for daring “ugly path” plays that win when beauty can’t.

When she discovers her sharpest rival in-game is actually Chase—the charming boy at school she’s been crushing on—Carly’s worlds collide. What starts as competition turns into an unexpected partnership, one that takes them from school scrims to the National Championships.

As opportunities appear—college scouts, pro-team offers, the pressure of being seen—Carly has to decide what she truly wants: the spotlight, the game, the boy, or the quiet strength she’s only just learning to claim.

The Gamer's Heart is a swoon-worthy gamer romance about first love, friendship, and finding courage in unexpected places. Perfect for fans of Jenny Han, Rainbow Rowell, and gamers who know that sometimes, the bravest move is to reset.

🎮 Carly’s a rogue online, invisible in real life.
💔 Chase is her secret rival—and her real-life crush.
When the truth collides, sparks fly on and off the screen.