In the tight-knit world of London's university rowing, a different kind of race is about to begin. Teammates Aly and Finn have perfected their rhythm on the water, but a quiet, consuming desire hums just beneath the surface, thick enough to cut with an oar.When a new rower joins the team and threatens their delicate balance, the stakes rise higher than ever. This isn't just about winning medals anymore. it's about what happens when a casual touch becomes a confession, and a lingering glance turns into a promise.Step into a world where: Confidence is king... but what happens when a perfect view from behind makes you question everything?Well-tailored suits conceal all sins... but wandering hands and stolen kisses tell another story in the dark.Heavy bulge, light decisions... and the unspoken truth that a clean finish wins the race-in the boat and in the heart.Silverbourne: A Clean Finish Wins the Race (Second Edition) is a bold, evocative gay romance that captures the intensity of first love and the thrilling risk of surrendering to it.