From USA Today Bestselling Author Melissa Toppen comes a brand-new, standalone, love triangle romance that explores the complexities of first love and what it means to truly follow your heart.
Time is a funny thing. It keeps moving even when it feels like everything around you stops. It is the catalyst for everything. How we grieve. How we heal. How we live. Time was the one thing I tried but could never escape.
Days passed in his absence. Months. Years. And I stood still. Stuck in the past. Paralyzed by the memory of him.
Nash Ketter had been my whole world for as long as I could remember. The person I loved with my entire being. He was the sun, the moon, and the stars. He was everything. And then one day, he was gone… Just like that. Like he had never existed at all. But I knew he had because I still carried fragments of him with me every single day—a reminder of what we had, and what he left behind.
I was so sure I would never find love again after that, that no one could fill the gaping hole Nash had left behind, but Felix Jensen changed all that. He was the last person I expected to fall for, but as it turned out, he was exactly what I needed.
He became the soothing balm to my gaping wounds. He became my friend, my confidant, and then eventually he became something more. Where Nash shattered me into a million tiny shards, Felix spent two years piecing me back together. Even though I was never truly whole after that, he never seemed to care. He loved me, and somehow that was enough.
Or at least I thought it was, until Nash stormed back into town after four years like a tornado, overturning all the carefully placed pieces of the life I had built without him. I hated him for what he did. I hated that he came back. But more than anything, I hated how much I didn’t actually hate him at all.
In the game of love and war, there are rarely ever winners. And when secrets are exposed and true intentions are revealed, I realize I stand to lose a lot more than I ever could have imagined possible.
Paisley fell in love with Nash when she was only a child and she believed that any future plans they would have would always include the other until he leaves town, and she is left devastated and trying to find a path forward. It has taken years but with the help of Felix she is preparing to leave Nathan in her past until he comes back looking for a second chance.
She now finds herself torn between her first love who left her with so many questions and her new love who was there for her when Nash was not. As the story unfolds, we realize that there is a lot to be revealed both when it comes to the past, but everyone involved as well.
Paisley takes us on an angst filled journey as secrets are revealed which will shake her world and questioning which man is she destined to be with and who will truly make her happy.
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Melissa Toppen is a USA Today Bestselling Author who specializes in Fantasy, New Adult and Contemporary Romance. She is a lover of books and enjoys nothing more than losing herself in a good novel. She has a soft spot for romance and all things fantasy, and focuses her writing in that direction; writing what she loves to read. You can find more information about Melissa and her books at melissatoppen.com
What could be worse than having a one-night stand with my twin’s biggest rival on the ice?
Mine to Take, an all-new One-night stand, Brother’s rival, Opposites attract Hockey romance from USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Sucevic is now available!
What could be worse than having a one-night stand with my twin’s biggest rival on the ice?
Umm…nothing.
Nothing is worse than that.
It’s the reason why my brother can never find out that I hooked up with Maverick McKinnon, ridiculously hot defenseman for the Western Wildcats. It doesn’t matter if the memories from our night together are enough to make my toes curl and my panties—
Well, you get the idea.
He’s the first guy to come along and not treat me like I’ll shatter into a million pieces when he lays his hands on me. Even if there’s a teeny tiny part within that would like to see him again, the fallout would be brutal.
I have enough to deal with. Like trying to break out of the box my family has placed me in since my diagnosis.
In his attempt to save those he cared about Switch has no memory of the last decade and the history he remembers with the Iron Outlaws is from years ago. While recovering from his injuries Switch meets Sophia the feelings he has for her are unexpected so when he finds out what her family has planned his only goal is to keep her safe.
The only memories that Sophia has are those her family has told her. As they both try to heal a connection develops as they both understand the frustration the other is feeling. Faced with a choice between what her family has planned for her and Switch’s offer she chooses Switch even if that means her family will start a war.
Switch and Sophia are perfect for each other in every way whether it is the chemistry between them, the banter or the way they were willing to protect each other and once they overcame their original reservations the Outlaws were with them every step of the way.
Meet S. Cole:
The tattoo across my right hip says it all really. A Life Less Ordinary. Inked by the amazingly talented Luke Wessman at the Wooster Street Social Club (a.k.a. New York Ink). Why is it important? Well, it sums up my view on life. That we should all aspire to live a life that is less boring, less predictable. Be bold, and do something amazing. I’ve made some crazy choices. I’ve been a car maker, a consultant, and even a senior executive at a large retailer running strategy. Born in England, spent time in the U.S. and Japan, before ending up in Canada where I met my own, personal hero – all six and a half feet of him. Both of us are scorpios! Yeah, I know! Should have checked the astrological signs earlier, but somehow it works for us. We have two amazing kids, who I either could never part with or could easily be convinced to sell on e-bay
I’ve wanted to be a writer for a really long time. Check through my office cupboards or my computer and you’ll find half written stories and character descriptions everywhere. Now I’m getting the chance to follow that dream.
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Laura Pavlov writes sweet and sexy contemporary romance that will make you both laugh and cry. She is happily married to her college sweetheart, mom to two awesome almost-grown kids, and dog-whisperer to one temperamental yorkie and one wild bernedoodle. Laura resides in Las Vegas where she is living her own happily ever after. Be sure to sign up for updates on new releases. Laura loves to hear from readers!
Since Cutler was born everything that Nash does is focused on what he needs and being the best father he can be since his mother isn’t in their lives. His first meeting with Emerson was not ideal as he was not happy that she was taking over as his son’s pediatrician. Now they find themselves neighbors and their lives become connected as Cutler has claimed Emerson as “his girl”.
Emerson has come to Magnolia Falls looking for a place to regroup and is not planning on staying. One visit was all it would take for Cutler to steal her heart and as she spends time with Nash it does not take long for him to steal her heart. They fit into each other’s lives like two pieces of a puzzle however they find themselves facing both the past and an uncertain future.
The romance between Nash and Emerson was enchanting as each other’s happiness was their top priority. Cutler is a scene stealer and the relationship he has with his dad is adorable as well as his relationship with Emerson. The narration of this story brought out every humorous moment, every heartfelt emotion and you could feel the depth of the relationship between Nash, Emerson, and Cutler as well as everyone else in their lives.
Love doesn’t break us; it makes us whole, my nana used to say.
However, one minute, my world is set on fire, literally. The next, I am raising a six-year-old as a single mom without a clear path ahead of us. No place to live. No job. No money.
I’m returning to Sterling Falls to claim what’s mine, then there will be no looking back on this beloved small town, a place I consider a handful of sand in the hourglass of my life.
Then again, Clay Sylver has shaken up that ancient time clock. The silver fox in his forties is a bit cocky, but solid in every way that matters. He loves his siblings. He works hard. He owns an honest business. Honest, the emphasis here. He also suffers from damsel-in-distress syndrome with a savior complex for lost causes, like stray animals and down-and-out women.
And I have a secret crush on him.
When I see Clay stranded on the side of the road one dark, stormy night, I stop to offer assistance. Burning with fever, Clay is sick, and my mom-instincts kick in to give him comfort. That decision throws me off course again. While my past lurks everywhere, I find myself falling in love with Sterling Falls once more and falling harder for the man giving my son and me a safe haven.
Love is a risk, according to Clay, but he’s slowly rescuing my heart while I’m saving his.
DON’T YOU JUST ADORE A GENEROUS HERO? When my eyes landed on baskets of perfectly ripe strawberries, I wished I’d at least brought some money with me. I picked the berries up, sniffed them, touched their firm skin, and then set them down with a sigh, moving past them as I followed Lincoln. – “You make it really hard not to touch you,” he said. – “I’m not doing anything,” I huffed out. – “You practically made l0ve to the strawberries.” – I beamed up at him. “They’re perfect. It’s hard to find perfect strawberries this early in the season, especially at a regular market.” – “And yet you left them behind.” – “I don’t have my purse.” – He stopped, stared at me, and then turned the cart around, going back to pick up the basket I’d held along with three more. – “What are you doing?” I asked. – “Willow, the one thing I have more than enough is money. Get whatever you want.” – “We’re supposed to be shopping for you,” I said. – “We’re here together. If you see something you need or want, I EXPECT you to put it in the cart.” – It was a grouchy command that somehow wound its way through my heart more than a soft request would have. – 🔥 𝙇𝙊𝙎𝙏 𝙄𝙉 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙊𝙉𝙇𝙄𝙂𝙃𝙏 💘 Standalone 🔥Generous protector ❤️🩹 Tortured Artist 😠🌞Grumpy/Sunshine 🏡Small town 🚨Celebrity in hiding COMING SEPT 25th – 𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥’𝘴 𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘧𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘢 𝘸𝘰𝘮𝘢𝘯 𝘪𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘬, 𝘯𝘦𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧0𝘳𝘣𝘪𝘥𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘦𝘳𝘶𝘱𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦. – PRE-ORDER TODAY: https://geni.us/LITMLJE – #romanticsuspense #generoushero #growlyprotector #contemporaryromance #celebrityromance #smalltownromance #grumpysunshine #romanticsuspensenovel #romancebooks #romancebook #romancenovel #kindleunlimited #kindleunlimitedromance #familysaga #booksinspiredbysongs #ljevans #ljevansbooks #ljevansauthor #bookish #booklover #romancebookstagram #bookstagram
Rookie driver Marshall Kerr had the world at his feet until one accident fractured his dreams and his body. Forced into rehab in the middle of nowhere, he’s in a downward spiral of self-destruction.
Until he meets E.
Eloise Masters is living a lie. Terrified and on the run, she guards her identity as closely as her heart. Both of which Marshall is determined to conquer.
When the past catches up with Eloise, the pieces of her soul healed by Marshall begin to fracture once more. Only this time, she’s not alone. She has Marshall by her side to give her the strength she needs to face her demons head-on.
Are they strong enough to survive this collision, or will they fracture on final impact?
What to expect:
Sports romance – he falls first – small town – alpharoll hero –
Blurb for Boost:
Rafael Ortiz. Street King, and broken soul. Living a life fueled by illegal racing and women, he was cocky enough to believe he would never be brought to his knees. That was until a mystery mamacita set foot in his world at two AM. She proved him wrong with a single smile. Left him hungering for more. Had him vowing that if he ever saw her again, he would claim both the win and the woman.
Gorgeous, confident, and tenacious, Greer Landon built her empire from the ground up. Now the PR representative for the Kobe Corrigan Boost Foundation, her world as she knew it ceased to exist the moment her new client stepped through the door. The one that devoured her with a single look. The one she’d fantasized over. The one destined to break all of her rules… Rafael Ortiz.
What to expect:
Sports, opposites attract, forbidden, street racing meets corporate world.
**NOTE … These books were previously published as part of K. Bromberg’s Driven World. The stories have been slightly altered so they no longer have any link to the Driven world or its characters. **
Out of Control by K. Bromberg is now available for pre-order in audio!
Narrated by: Stefanie Kay, Teddy Hamilton
Releasing: August 22, 2024
Every story needs a villain.
The arrogance. The conceit. The lone wolf.
Oliver Rossi is that person on the track.
And leave it to me . . . I’ve gone and fallen for him.
Rossi is his own worst enemy. He doesn’t care what people think or what’s expected of him. And he’s reached the pinnacle of his sport because of his bad boy ways.
He’s unpredictable and reckless on the track. He’s even worse off of it. After years of circling around each other, all it took was one night, one uncharacteristic act of chivalry, to know I wanted more with the man everyone hates.
Forget the warnings from my brother about his new teammate and the fallout from my family—he’s worth the risk.
With his job on the line and eyes always on us, secret trysts are all we allow ourselves.
It’s all fun and games until lust turns to love and for now begins to feel like not enough.
I want it all.
I want forever.
And I want it with Oliver Rossi.
But is Rossi willing to show the world he’s ready to move past his villain era so we can have our own happily ever after or will this whole thing spin out of control?
New York Times Bestselling author K. Bromberg writes contemporary romance novels that contain a mixture of sweet, emotional, a whole lot of sexy, and a little bit of real. She likes to write strong heroines and damaged heroes who we love to hate but can’t help to love.
A mom of three, she plots her novels in between school runs and soccer practices, more often than not with her laptop in tow and her mind scattered in too many different directions.
Since publishing her first book on a whim in 2013, Kristy has sold over one and a half million copies of her books across eighteen different countries and has landed on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestsellers lists over thirty times. Her Driven trilogy (Driven, Fueled, and Crashed) is currently being adapted for film by the streaming platform, Passionflix, with the first movie (Driven) out now.
With her imagination always in overdrive, she is currently scheming, plotting, and swooning over her latest hero. You can find out more about him or chat with Kristy on any of her social media accounts. The easiest way to stay up to date on new releases and upcoming novels is to sign up for her newsletter (www.kbromberg.com) or follow her on Bookbub (http://smarturl.it/KBrombergBB)
“I’m scared,” I admit to Finn keeping my voice down so that the mystical powers of the universe don’t hear, lest they should decide to seize on my concerns.
“Me too,” he confesses. “But I promise, we can get through it together. You just have to let your fear go and have faith.”
“In what?” Faith, what a joke. I gave up on things like faith and hope. Finn was my last shot at either. Every time I crack the door to those foreign notions, it’s slammed hard in my face.
“In me. In us. I’ve got you, Masha, and I’ll fight for our family.”
“We don’t have a family. I have a family.”
“You, Ana and our baby are now my family as well.”
I cry out as a ripping pain tears across my abdomen. After a minute or two I find the strength to speak again.
“We’re not flowers, Finn. You don’t get to pluck us and hide us away for your keeping. That’s not how it works in my world.”
“I’ll fight anyone or anything that threatens to come between us. That’s how it works in my world.”
He sounds certain and sincere. I have no doubt he believes what he’s saying, but I don’t think it’s that easy.
“Your kind kills my kind. End of story.”
Forced to retreat to the forest for her safety and that of her child, Masha never dreamed she’d have another shot at love. The mysterious man with the violin doesn’t just capture her ear, he captures her heart. After learning his true nature, she tries to walk away and demands for him to keep his distance. When his life is in danger she stands up to her protector and saves the kelpies life.
Finn falls for the beautiful woman in the forest that comes to hear him play his violin under the moonlight. Once they give into their physical desires, he tries to come clean and explain they are more different than she realizes. Before he can confess his dark secret, the leshy sworn to protect her attacks him, and brings him to the brink of death. As she helps him heal, another kelpie threatens the lives of Masha and her daughter.
Can two beings from such different worlds find a way to be together and keep each other safe?
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Brittanee is an author who lives in Rhode Island with her husband and two children. Her town is a character in itself in all of her books.
When she is not writing she enjoys spending time outdoors by the water with her children, reading at the beach or by the pool (or really anywhere), dancing with her friends, singing Karaoke, spinning, bike riding and boating.
Some of her favorite authors are Sophia Kinsella, Elin Hilderbrand, Liane Moriarty, Mary Higgins Clark, Meghan Quinn, Daphne Elliott, Amy Alves, Claire Kingsley, Melanie Harlow, Christina Lauren, Sally Thorne and Sarah Adams. (Clearly, she has a problem and can’t pick favorites.)
Lennox Kennedy is beautiful, loud and the love of my life. She’s also my ex-girlfriend.
The first time I saw her again, I slammed into the plexiglass minutes before our game was set to begin. The second time I threw up. But third time’s a charm apparently because as my fiancée and I walked into an appointment to meet the woman hired to plan our nuptials–there she was again.
Obviously, I did what any smart man would do–I called off the wedding.
I don’t have a plan per se, other than winning back the only girl I’ve ever loved.
As a future hall of famer and one of the best centers hockey has ever seen, I know a thing or two about winning, but convincing Lennox Kennedy to give this hockey boy another chance might just be the challenge of a lifetime and this game I’m playing may turn out to be nothing but a pucking disaster.
An angsty, second chance, sports romance from best-selling author Kimberly Readnour.
Can Boston Bears bad boy catcher, Drake Gunner, win back his first love?
I live my life according to a plan, even if that plan hasn’t taken off like I thought it would. It’s an even bigger punch in the gut knowing how happy my ex-girlfriend is, moving on without me. For this reason, I vow to try and make a go with this new girl I’m seeing. She isn’t Lila, but quite honestly, no one is.
Truth is, I haven’t been serious with anyone since Lila, my first girlfriend. I made the biggest mistake letting her go, and by the time I came back to find her, she had already moved on. Serves me right.
But who marries their high school sweetheart anyway?
Even if no one can come close to what Lila meant to me.
So when Boston picked up the last year of my contract with the goal of winning them a championship, I decided to play hard and find the perfect partner. I thought I found it in Miranda. She’s all about securing a future with a sports star and all the perks that come along with that, and I figured, why not? I have to move on eventually.
But then life threw me the biggest curveball.
I wake up to find Miranda’s roommate is none other than Lila, AKA, the only girl I ever loved.
You know what they say about life and plans. Now what am I going to do?
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Kimberly Readnour lives in the Midwest with her husband and a very snuggly cat.
Having a true passion for romance and HEA’s, she took the leap from the young adult genre to romance and never looked back.
Kimberly worked as a Registered Nurse for fifteen years before hanging up her stethoscope. When she isn’t running her own business, you can find her tucked away writing.
As difficult as it was Drake thought that he was doing the best thing when he ended his relationship with Lila, his first love, to pursue his professional baseball career. It will be years before he sees her again, but it is where he sees her that causes so much turmoil as she is the roommate of the woman he is dating.
Lila was devastated when Drake ended their relationship and never planned to see him again, but fate had other ideas. She wants nothing to do with him but the feelings between them remain despite the history between them and the obstacles in the present.
This is an opportunity for Drake to right the wrongs of the past as two people who have always belonged together try to find their way back together even as outside forces try to keep them apart.
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