Piper Moore, the bubbly, adventurous little sister of architect Ryan Moore, has always been the family’s free spirit. After finishing her degree in marine biology, Piper has come to Malibu to take a break and decide what’s next. She’s here to soak up the sun, embrace the ocean, and find a little direction—if only she could resist the temptation of falling for a certain local surfer who keeps crossing her path.
Enter Kai Reynolds, a laid-back, effortlessly charming surfer who has spent his life chasing the perfect wave. Known around Malibu for his easygoing attitude and irresistible smile, Kai is a man who lives in the moment and lets the ocean guide his way. He’s never been one to get tied down, either by love or by responsibility—until he meets Piper.
When Piper and Kai’s worlds collide on the golden beaches of Malibu, sparks fly. Piper’s curiosity about the ocean and its mysteries is matched only by Kai’s passion for surfing, and the two quickly find themselves drawn together by their shared love of the sea. But Piper’s playful spirit and Kai’s freewheeling lifestyle may be too similar for their own good, as both are used to avoiding the serious side of life and love.
As the summer days grow longer and their connection deepens, Piper and Kai are forced to confront the reality of their relationship. Piper wonders if she can trust Kai with her heart, knowing his reputation for never staying in one place too long. Meanwhile, Kai starts to realize that Piper might be the wave he’s been searching for all along—a wave worth riding to the end.
But with Piper’s plans for the future still uncertain and Kai’s restless nature pulling him in different directions, can they find a way to make their summer fling last beyond the season? Or will their Malibu wave crash before it ever really begins?
Malibu Wave is a captivating story of love, discovery, and the journey to finding a place—and a person—to call home, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Malibu coastline.
Tropes: Forced proximity, insta-lust, rescue.
