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Going Under Series by Georgia Cates

A Young Adult Romance of First Love, Fierce Loyalty, and the Fight to Rise Above

In the Going Under Series, Georgia Cates delivers an emotionally charged coming-of-age romance set against the backdrop of high school rivalries, buried secrets, and the kind of first love that leaves a permanent mark. This is the story of fighting your demons—and falling in love in the process.

Going Under

A GOING UNDER NOVEL BOOK 1

Cover for Going Under by Georgia Cates depicts a woman in a flowing green gown sinking beneath the water’s surface, reaching upward, with the title “Going Under” and author name overlay.
Chapter One
Going Under is an intense, emotional romance from New York Times bestselling author Georgia Cates.

Jessie Boone--
My life has always been one of survival. From living on the streets to fighting for my future, I’ve done whatever it takes to stay afloat. The one thing I’ve never had time for? Love. Until I meet Claire Deveraux. She’s the light in my darkness, the one person who makes me believe I can have something more. But I’m not sure if I deserve her.

Claire Deveraux--

I’ve always lived a charmed life, but something’s missing. When Jessie Boone enters my world, I’m drawn to him in ways I can’t explain. He’s everything I shouldn’t want—dangerous, mysterious, and so unlike anyone I’ve ever known. Yet, I can’t stay away. But falling for him means risking everything, and I’m not sure if I’m ready for that.

​As their worlds collide, Jessie and Claire will have to face their fears, their pasts, and the ultimate question—can love really save them both?

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What Readers Are Saying--
A Love That Rises From the Wreckage


Raw and real, The Going Under Series captures the intensity of first love, the weight of secrets, and the pain of growing up in a world that doesn’t play fair.
“Jessie and Claire's story was so emotional and honest. I couldn’t stop reading—I needed to know how it would end.”

From the first chapter, I was hooked. Their connection felt raw and real, and every obstacle they faced had my heart in knots. I cried. I hoped. I devoured every page.
“I didn’t expect Payton’s story to hit me this hard. It’s messy, bold, and beautifully written.”

The pain, the love, the chaos—it was all so vivid. Every twist caught me off guard, and I found myself rooting for him in ways I didn’t expect. This book lingers long after the final page.
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Going Under Series 
Frequently Asked Questions


Is this a high school romance?

Yes! Set in a small-town high school, it’s full of all the drama, angst, and passion that comes with teenage love and identity.

What genre is the Going Under Series?
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A YA contemporary romance filled with emotional depth, personal growth, and unexpected twists.

What’s the heat level?

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It’s a young adult romance—think simmering chemistry, stolen moments, and real connection without explicit content.


Are the stories connected?

​Yes. Going Under and Shallow tell overlapping stories and are best read in order.

Does the story have a happy ending?

​Yes, but it’s a hard-earned one. The road is bumpy, the emotions are high, but it’s absolutely worth the ride.

Some stories leave scars.
Others leave a legacy.


Jessie and Claire. Payton and Jessie. These aren’t your typical love stories—they’re raw, real, and unforgettable.
Start the Journey

Shallow

A GOING UNDER NOVEL BOOK 2

Cover for Shallow by Georgia Cates features a young woman submerged underwater in a flowing blue dress, hair drifting around her, with the title “Shallow” and author name overlay.
Chapter One
Shallow is a thrilling contemporary romance from New York Times bestselling author Georgia Cates.

Nick Hawke--
Fast cars and one-night stands—those are the things that keep my heart racing and my life uncomplicated. Relationships aren’t in the cards for me, especially after watching my father fall apart when my mother left. But everything changes when I meet Payton Archer, the first girl I want for more than just one night.

Payton Archer--

I’m searching for love—something real and lasting. My plans for a summer of fun take an unexpected turn when I meet Nick Hawke. He’s nothing like the guy I imagined for myself, but there’s something about him that makes my heart race. He’s exciting, dangerous, and everything I shouldn’t want. But the way he looks at me... it’s impossible to resist.

​Can I take the leap into the unknown and trust that love is worth the risk? Or will the safe, shallow end of love be all I ever know?

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Going Under Complete Duo

GOING UNDER AND SHALLOW

Cover for Going Under Complete Duo by Georgia Cates shows a diagonal split between two images--a couple above water embracing at top and a couple underwater at bottom--with the title “Going Under Complete Duo” centered across both.
Dive into the depths of desire with Georgia Cates’s two-in-one collection that brings together Going Under and its companion novella Shallow in a single, irresistible volume.

In Going Under, follow Jade’s plunge into a world of secrets when she accepts a mysterious invitation to Owen’s secluded estate—and discovers that the attraction between them runs deeper than she ever imagined. As their clandestine connection intensifies, Jade must confront the truth about her past if she hopes to surface with her heart intact.

Then, in Shallow, explore the quieter currents of their love as Jade and Owen navigate the aftermath of forbidden passion. When old wounds resurface, the couple must learn to trust each other fully—or risk drowning under the weight of betrayal.

Now available together in one complete duo, The Going Under Complete Duo offers the full journey from fateful first meeting to ultimate surrender—an unforgettable story of love, temptation, and redemption that will leave you breathless.

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  • Books by Georgia
    • The Beauty Series
    • The Sin Series
    • Southern Girl Series
    • Beautiful Illusions Duet
    • The Beacon Series
    • The Sweet Series >
      • Sweet Music
    • Going Under Series
    • The Vampire Agape Series
    • Standalones
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