Elizabeth O’Roark’s “Waking Olivia” is an interesting romantic book. Olivia Finnegan a college track standout with little to lose, encounters arrogant track coach Will Langstrom. Olivia’s shrewd tongue and tumultuous past clash with Will’s resolve to save her. Although there is no denying their desire secrets have the potential to ruin them both. This story intertwines the quest for redemption with sensuality and suspense.