Hold Me Close: A Small Town Friends to Lovers Romance

Hold Me Close: A Small Town Friends to Lovers Romance
Author: Lani Blake
Publisher: Vella Ink
Total Pages: 319
Release: 2021-09-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

The life he has always known is about to change Findlay Hudson, landed in Ryker Falls, Colorado, leaving a dysfunctional family and his bad attitude behind. He has friends he now thinks of as family, and considers himself happy. All that changes when Maggie Winter, a sexy, alluring red-head, returns to Ryker Falls. She’s had her big London adventure, but Maggie’s clearly hurting and vulnerable now. They’d always struck sparks off each other, but never moved on them. Second time around though, Fin doesn’t seem able to keep his distance, and suddenly the comfortable life he’d always thought he wanted is turned on its head. Maggie’s arrival brings overwhelming desire and hidden threats. Now Fin’s embroiled in a potential homicide, his estranged father arrives in town, and Maggie… well, Maggie, slides into his heart and this time he can’t shake her. Coming home was meant to heal her Maggie Winters left home excited for her big adventure, then everything changed one chilling day when she faced an horrific attack. Determined to put the trauma behind her, she arrives in Ryker Falls, ready for the best acting job of her life. Of course, she’d counted on Fin Hudson, a long tall drink of handsomeness who had always made her feel a little off balance, still keeping his distance. Turns out she was wrong. Way wrong. Maggie’s defences are weakened and now Fin wants to know what she’s hiding and he’ll do whatever it takes to find out. Fin Hudson could seduce secrets from a stone, but Maggie is no pushover. With a murder to solve, scars to hide and a business to run, she doesn’t have time for love. But kisses that touch her soul, a confession and the cheering squad of a close-knit community give her the strength to accept that she and Fin deserve a chance. BOOKS IN THE RYKER FALLS SERIES Somebody To Love From This Moment Love Me Tender Only Just Begun Hold Me Close You're The One We Belong Together Are you ready to visit Ryker Falls? Meet the ex bad-boy Trainers brothers, and their crazy friends in Ryker Falls, Colorado. You’ll get friends to lovers, childhood sweethearts and grumpy hot guys and so much more, plus all the melt your heart romance and happily ever afters you’ve been waiting for. This town is full of quirky characters that will make you laugh out loud. Plus, there’s a pony called Monica.

Just This Once

Just This Once
Author: J.H. Croix
Publisher: J.H. Croix
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2017-11-28
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

A swoon-worthy romance from USA Today Bestselling Author J.H. Croix! If you like smoking hot romance with alpha men and sassy women, you’ll love this series! This ex-military security guard is legendary for his control. Except when it comes to his best friend’s sister. Aidan McNamara is many a woman’s dream—a tall, dark, smokin’ hot military type who tends to save the day so often it’s annoying. Becca has spent years ignoring the spark that burns every time she sees Aidan. She’s got other priorities. After getting dumped days before her wedding a few years ago, she made a commitment never to fall in love again. Aidan’s been half in love with Becca for years, but as his best friend’s sister, she’s off limits. One scorching hot kiss on a rainy night, and Becca begins to question the limits she set. Maybe just one night will burn the fire between them to ashes. Just this once turns into so much more. Keywords: Aidan & Becca's story is perfect for readers who love small town romance, military, alpha heroes, smart sassy heroines, friends to lovers, slow burn, emotional romance with a dash of angst, plenty of swoon, and a protective broody hero. *A full-length standalone romance.

When We Fall

When We Fall
Author: J.H. Croix
Publisher: J.H. Croix
Total Pages: 204
Release: 2017-11-28
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

A swoon-worthy romance from USA Today Bestselling Author J.H. Croix! If you like smoking hot romance with alpha men and sassy women, you’ll love this series! Just friends. Right? Lacey Adams is a tomboy of the highest order. She lives and breathes independence and absolutely doesn’t need a man. Until life throws her a curveball, and she falls right into the arms of her best friend. Quinn is conveniently strong enough to catch Lacey’s fall. Lacey suddenly notices Quinn is smokin’ hot. She’s in danger of melting on the spot, so it’s handy she doesn’t have to worry about falling. Except maybe she does. Quinn gave up ever thinking he might have a chance with Lacey. Until one kiss changes everything. Lacey falls into Quinn’s arms for nothing to do with love, but she can’t escape the sparks flying between them. Meanwhile, she’s facing down a challenge to the strength that defines her and finds herself turning to Quinn for support in ways she never imagined. Sometimes when you stumble and fall, you discover who’s there to catch you. Keywords: Lacey & Quinn's story is perfect for readers who love small town romance, alpha heroes, smart sassy heroines, friends to lovers, slow burn, emotional romance with a dash of angst, plenty of swoon, and a protective hero. *A full-length standalone romance.

All It Takes

All It Takes
Author: J.H. Croix
Publisher: J.H. Croix
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2023-01-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

A swoony, firefighter romance from USA Today Bestselling Author J.H. Croix! ✔️ Nerdy guy turned smokin’ hot firefighter. ✔️ A smart, sassy heroine. ✔️ The boy who brings them together. ✔️ Off-the-charts chemistry 🔥 🔥 🔥 ✔️ Small town gossip run wild. Tiffany Romance is on my never-again bucket list. I’m moving back to Alaska with plans to turn into a grand old cat lady. When I run into Wes, my hormones have a different opinion. Also, there is no cat on the horizon. Rather, a sweet rescue dog. Wes was quiet and smart in high school. Now a hotshot firefighter, he comes complete with panty-melting powers. A few fantasies never hurt. Until our lives get waaaay more entangled than I ever expected. Wes Between firefighting and helping my mother with the local animal shelter, time is one thing I don’t have. When Tiffany crosses my path, she may be tempting, but I have less than zero time. Except, apparently, for kissing her. When life throws a serious curveball, Tiffany becomes someone I can’t forget. I just have to convince her we’re worth the risk. Wes & Tiffany’s story is perfect for readers who love small town romance, sassy heroines, broody heroes, slow burn, emotional romance with a dash of angst, oozing with swoon, and protective heroes who’ll do anything for the woman they love. *A full-length, standalone romance.

After We Fall

After We Fall
Author: J.H. Croix
Publisher: J.H. Croix
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2022-08-30
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

A swoon-worthy, small town romance from USA Today Bestselling Author J.H. Croix! ✔️ We’re roommates. ✔️ We work together. ✔️ She’s my friend’s little sister. ✔️ She’s soooo off limits. ✔️ I want her anyway. I made a deal with Harley Jackson. We’d burn that fire between us to ashes with a few nights between the sheets. Friends with benefits, but with a time limit. It turned out to be colossally stupid. A few nights together only made the fire burn hotter. I was never supposed to fall for her. Grant & Harley’s story is perfect for readers who love small town romance, daring pilots, sassy heroines, roommates who can’t get enough of each other, slow burn, emotional romance with a dash of angst, oozing with swoon, and one smokin’ hot protective hero. *A full-length, standalone romance.

Steal My Heart

Steal My Heart
Author: J.H. Croix
Publisher: J.H. Croix
Total Pages: 215
Release: 2020-08-11
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

A friends to lovers, small town romance from USA Today Bestselling Author J.H. Croix! A road trip with some serious complications. All bets are off when Mack unexpectedly crosses paths with his best friend’s little sister. They’re both on the way back to their small hometown. Ash is off limits. Totally. They’re just friends, so no problem, right? Soooo wrong. Mack can’t stop thinking about her and can’t stop wanting her. Ash wants nothing to do with men, most certainly not grumpy Mack. Except there’s one problem. He has a new ability to set her on fire. Things get complicated on a whole new level when Ash discovers she’s pregnant. This friends to lovers, brother’s best friend romance is hot, intense & swoon-worthy! Keywords: Ash & Mack's story story is perfect for readers who love travel and small town romance, alpha heroes, smart sassy heroines, epic second chances, friends to lovers, slow burn, emotional romance with a dash of angst, plenty of steam and swoon, and a deeply protective grumpy hero. *A full-length, standalone romance.

This Crazy Love, Small town Second Chance Friends to Lovers Romance

This Crazy Love, Small town Second Chance Friends to Lovers Romance
Author: J.H. Croix
Publisher: J.H. Croix
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2019-06-11
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

A swoon-worthy romance from USA Today Bestselling Author J.H. Croix! Rule #1: Do not fall for your brother’s best friend. Rule # 2: Absolutely do not fall for your brother’s best friend. Rule # 3: Don’t break the rules. Shay Jackson Stone is hot—like burn-down-buildings kind of hot. He’s also my brother’s best friend, and the memory of one kiss with him years ago still might get to me. Maybe. But, I am not looking for a second chance. When I return to the small town of Stolen Hearts Valley, my life is a hot mess. I’m a few bucks shy of broke with nowhere else to go. My heart’s battered and bruised, and when it comes to romance, the door is nailed shut. But Jackson’s the kind of man women ruin panties over. Oh, and he's my roommate. Talk about too close for comfort. When I’m at my most vulnerable, he pulls that whole knight-in-shining-armor thing. What can I say? He’s d*mn near impossible to resist. Jackson Shay Martin is my best friend’s little sister. And she’s so hot she nearly sets me on fire. She’s a walking complication, and I don’t do complications. But I can’t seem to stay away from her. It doesn't help that her bedroom is across the hall from mine. Every look, every kiss, every touch nearly brings me to my knees. I can’t keep my balance, much less think. Before I know it, I’ll do anything for her. Complications be d*mned. Keywords: Jackson & Shay's story is perfect for readers who love small town romance, military alpha heroes, smart sassy heroines, friends to lovers, second chances, slow burn, emotional romance with a dash of angst, plenty of swoon, and a deeply protective broody hero. *A full-length standalone romance.

Ryker Falls

Ryker Falls
Author: Wendy Vella
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 362
Release: 2017-12-17
Genre:
ISBN: 9781981818587

He was the bad boy no one trusted Bailey's burned out, and not sure what leads her back to Ryker Falls, but has a feeling it's got something to do with closure. Bad boy Joe Trainer was once her soulmate, but she isn't sure she has a soul anymore. Finding he's made something of his life is a shock, as he'd been on a one-way trip to hell when she left. This new Joe is sexy and enticing, but she knows all too well there's a devil underneath the urbane exterior. She was the good girl who never broke the rules When Joe's childhood friend, Bailey Jones, returns to Ryker Falls, his life suddenly shifts from settled to off-center. Once they'd been closer than anyone ever guessed; now, they're chilly strangers. But Joe's not letting his stubborn, sexy-as-hell ex-best friend stay closed off. He lost her once through his own stupidity; this time he's never letting her go. Joe knows he doesn't deserve a second chance, but he's never played by the rules before, so he's not starting now. Game on.

Ever After All: Small town friends to lovers firefighter billionaire romance

Ever After All: Small town friends to lovers firefighter billionaire romance
Author: J.H. Croix
Publisher: J.H. Croix
Total Pages: 191
Release: 2024-08-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

A swoony, small town romance from USA Today Bestselling Author J.H. Croix! We got married in Vegas after only one night. I’m in love with her, and she doesn’t even know it. Rosie Wyatt Cannon is all that and then some. Hotshot firefighter, seriously easy on the eyes and knows his way around… well, me. We had a fling a few years ago and no one knows. I never meant for anything to happen again. But I never could back down from a dare. I woke up married. I’d like to pretend I don’t remember that night, but it’s burned into my body, heart and soul. Wyatt is impossible to forget. I should be figuring out how to get divorced, but he asks me to give us a chance instead. My life is beyond messy and he’s just making it more complicated. I don’t want to need anyone, and I don’t believe in love. Except Wyatt makes me want it all. Wyatt & Rosie’s story is perfect for readers who love: hotshot firefighters, he falls first, billionaire hero, small town gossip, emotional romance with a dash of angst, plenty of steam and swoon, and a grumpy, protective hero who bares his heart to win over the woman he loves. *A full-length, standalone romance.