Summary

The next section, called “Spring,” begins with Chapter 20. Evvie met Andy and Monica for Saturday breakfast. Evvie felt reluctant about spending time with Andy’s girlfriend, but enjoyed the conversation. Evvie did not tell Andy about her developing relationship with Dean. Andy warned Evvie not to try to fix Dean, like she was prone to do. In Chapter 21, Dean taught Evvie to pitch using a black baseball glove with pink lacing. They flirted. Evvie watched Dean practice pitching. She insisted that he should pitch for the local Claws charity game.

In Chapter 22, Dean prepared for the game. He felt nervous about screwing up again. He asked Evvie to sit behind the plate so he knew she was there. They kissed. In Chapter 23, Evvie attended the game with Andy, Monica, and Andy’s daughters. Dean pitched well and everyone cheered. In Chapter 24, Evvie and...