Desire or Defense

In this gripping narrative, Leah Brunner dives into the heart of a tumultuous world where the line between hero and villain blurs. As the embittered D.C. Eagles defense grapples with their reputation, readers are drawn into the minds of those often labeled as the antagonists. They’re not just muscle on the field; they’re fierce, flawed individuals with stories to tell.

Their anger runs deep, but it's a shield for insecurities, heartbreak, and past failures. Throughout the journey, unexpected bonds begin to form, revealing that even the most misunderstood characters have the capacity for love and redemption.

Through a lens of grit, humor, and honestly, the narrative challenges preconceptions about what it truly means to be a hero, inviting readers to see past the surface and explore the choices that define us all.