Defying Gravity by Jennifer W. Smith

I’ve made mistakes and they’ve caught up with me, almost destroying my life. So, I had to start over.
Hellbent on not making the same mistakes twice, I put rules in place to protect myself, especially when it comes to women.
While volunteering as a coach and mentor for the youth basketball league, I’m paired with Olivia, an assistant coach who manages to push all my buttons. The energetic, wide-eyed brunette has the natural talent to get herself in some precarious situations—situations I always seem to get involved in.
No matter how hard I try to stay away from her, it’s as if fate keeps pushing us in the same direction. The more I fight it, the more I’m drawn to her. Not even the memories of my past can stop me from wanting to be with her.
What happens if I end up falling for Olivia? Will I be able to start over with her in my life or will my past end up crushing us both?