Playing with My Heart by Annabella Michaels

It was okay to leave pieces of your heart in the places and people that shaped you. That’s how we grow.

Travis Brooks, a carefree physical therapist in Chicago, revels in his wild bachelor lifestyle, thriving on casual hookups and spontaneous adventures. However, as he watches each of his friends fall in love and build lasting relationships, he begins to wonder if there might be something more fulfilling than just random flings.
Parker Reyes, Travis’s dedicated new colleague, is in a comfortable yet passionless relationship with his high school sweetheart, David. As Parker navigates his long-term relationship, he grapples with guilt over his growing feelings for Travis, especially as David’s demanding job creates increasing emotional distance.
As their friendship grows, so do the feelings between them, forcing both men to confront their fears—Travis must decide if he’s ready to embrace love, while Parker must choose between the safety of his past and the exhilarating possibility of a future with Travis. Will they find the courage to pursue what truly makes them happy?