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Binding 13

Boys of Tommen #1 / 11
by Chloe Walsh
Binding 13 (Boys of Tommen #1) by Chloe Walsh
★ 10.00 / 14
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His first, last, and only true love has always been rugby.
Until now.

He wants to save her.
She wants to hide.

She's damaged.
He's determined.

Fate brought them together.
Love binds them.

Johnny Kavanagh has everything going for him. On the rugby pitch, he's a force to be reckoned with. Primed for stardom, he's heading straight for the top. Nothing can possibly get in his way, right?

Not even the shy new girl at Tommen College. The one with the sad eyes and hidden bruises. The one that distracts him like no one ever has.

Plagued with a hidden injury and desperate to impress the scouts watching his every move, Johnny has been placed on a pedestal so high, he has no room to make mistakes.

Striving to maintain balance, and on the crest of the International Summer Campaign, Johnny needs to keep his head in the game. He needs to stay focused, and cannot afford to let distractions get in the way of the bigger picture.

But what happens when a lonely girl with sad eyes becomes the only picture?

Life has never been easy for Shannon Lynch. Bullied and tortured, she arrives at Tommen College mid-way through the school year praying for a fresh start and desperate to shake off the demons that plague her.

On her very first day at the prestigious private school, she comes into contact with the notorious Johnny Kavanagh.

Thrown through a hoop over her feelings for him, and desperate to keep a low-profile, Shannon finds herself once again the target of bullies as she forms a fragile alliance with rugby's rising star.

Falling into a complicated friendship and grappling with their undeniable chemistry, Johnny and Shannon must face obstacles that threaten their relationship.

Two teenagers from opposite sides of the tracks collide.

Friendship, first love, rising fame, horrifying secrets, and pain all fuel together in Binding 13.

Hearts are binding and lives are entwining in Binding 13.

Binding 13 is the explosive first installment of a brand-new series from Chloe Walsh. Based in Ireland, the Boys Of Tommen series is bound to captivate and lure you into the world of rugby, love, and teenage heartbreak.

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Release date: July 24, 2018

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Chloe Walsh

Chloe Walsh

Chloe Walsh is a writer whose stories are as raw and real as the characters she creates. Born and raised in Cork, Ireland, Chloe’s writing journey began not with grand ambitions, but with the quiet act of putting words to paper—an act that soon captured the hearts of readers all over the world. Known for her gripping New Adult romances, Chloe has built a devoted following with her Boys of Tommen series, where complex characters and emotionally charged relationships take center stage.

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What sets Chloe apart in the world of contemporary romance is her ability to weave real-life struggles and vulnerabilities into her characters. Her stories don’t shy away from the messiness of life—whether it’s the weight of past trauma, the thrill of first love, or the quiet healing that happens behind closed doors. Chloe’s books are as much about growth and personal transformation as they are about love, making her work feel both deeply personal and universally relatable.

When she’s not writing, Chloe is an advocate for mental health awareness, a theme that often seeps into the emotional depth of her characters. It’s clear that she doesn’t just write to entertain; she writes to make her readers feel seen and understood. Her commitment to tackling real issues with sensitivity and care has only deepened her connection with her audience.

Now, living in Cork with her high school sweetheart and their children, Chloe draws inspiration from her everyday life, transforming it into stories that resonate long after the final page is turned. Her ability to capture the messy beauty of human connection makes her a standout voice in contemporary romance, and there’s no sign of her slowing down anytime soon. Whether you’re discovering her books for the first time or returning to an old favorite, Chloe Walsh’s writing promises to pull you in and remind you why we keep turning to stories that make us feel.

Boys of Tommen

In the shadow of Tommen, a town where secrets are as common as the fog that rolls in from the sea, four boys are bound by the unspoken bond of friendship, loyalty, and the shared pain of their pasts. Boys of Tommen is not just a series about romance; it’s about growing up, finding love in places you least expect, and navigating the complexities of identity and belonging in a world that’s often too harsh to bear.

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From the first page, the series grips you with its raw, unfiltered portrayal of love, heartbreak, and redemption. Each book dives into the lives of the boys, peeling back the layers of who they are—focusing on their insecurities, passions, and the struggles they face in the pursuit of happiness. These aren’t your typical high school romances. The boys are complicated, messy, and beautifully flawed—just like the world they inhabit.

Set in a town where everyone knows everyone’s business, the Boys of Tommen are constantly caught between the expectations of their community and the fierce desires that burn within them. Every relationship is layered with tension, every connection forged in fire. Whether it’s the thrill of first love or the agony of falling for someone who feels unattainable, these stories will tug at your heartstrings, forcing you to question the price of love, loyalty, and forgiveness.

Chloe Walsh’s signature style brings these young men to life with such depth and authenticity that you can’t help but feel you’re right alongside them, experiencing their triumphs and heartaches. She doesn’t shy away from the tough stuff—whether it’s dealing with trauma, grappling with forbidden attraction, or fighting for what you want, the emotional stakes are always high. There’s no easy way out for these characters, and that’s what makes their stories so captivating.

For fans of heartfelt romance with a twist of danger and self-discovery, Boys of Tommen delivers a world that feels both intensely real and beautifully complicated. With every turn of the page, you’ll be left wondering not just what happens next, but how far the boys are willing to go for the people they love—and what they’re willing to sacrifice in the process. It’s a series that explores love from all angles: messy, imperfect, and all-consuming.


Boys of Tommen consists of six books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of five more books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Binding 13 (Boys of Tommen #1)
★ 10.00 / 14
Keeping 13 (Boys of Tommen #2)
★ 10.00 / 8
Saving 6 (Boys of Tommen #3)
★ 9.66 / 6
Redeeming 6 (Boys of Tommen #4)
★ 9.84 / 6
Taming 7 (Boys of Tommen #5)
★ 10.00 / 10
Releasing 10 (Boys of Tommen #6)
★ 8.50 / 12
Healing 7: TBC (Boys of Tommen #7)
⧗ 9.84 / 36
Feeling 12: TBC (Boys of Tommen #8)
⧗ 8.80 / 5
Trusting 12: TBC (Boys of Tommen #9)
⧗ 8.50 / 4
Adoring 13: TBC (Boys of Tommen #10)
⧗ 9.70 / 41
Runaway 15: TBC (Boys of Tommen #11)
⧗ 9.26 / 4


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