Months later, fate brings them together when August walks into the restaurant where Poppy is working while he is on a date with someone else.
Described as driven, independent, and vulnerable. She struggles to balance her education with her pregnancy while guarding herself against August's re-entry into her life. Critical Reception Deflected Hearts by Cali Melle
Unknown to August, Poppy is pregnant. She leaves town to finish her degree and raise the baby independently, wanting to avoid being a burden to his professional aspirations. Months later, fate brings them together when August
A dedicated college hockey player with a "one-track mind" for the sport. Reviewers note his growth from a "f*ck boy" to a committed "hockey daddy" who eventually chooses his family over his career pressures. Critical Reception Unknown to August, Poppy is pregnant
Upon discovering he is the father, August vows to be involved, but Poppy is hesitant to let him back into her heart to avoid being hurt again. Key Characters