Ripped can be read as a stand-alone or as a spin-off to the New York Times bestselling Shattered Hearts series.Adam has had his heart ripped out before. But there's nothing he and Lindsay haven't been able to overcome. Nothing that could tear them apart... until now. After nine years of being back on the competition circuit, thirty-two-year-old Adam is at the top of his game in the surf world. But troubles at home have forced him to consider retiring earlier than expected.With the possibility of a final competition in his future, the pressure is on Adam to perform; to leave on a high note. Long hours practicing at the beach and weeks away from his family at exotic locations only causes more turmoil between him and Lindsay. Until finally, the stress reaches a boiling point and someone gets burned.