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Artist Maya Thompson flees a life of betrayal and debt, seeking sanctuary in the picturesque coastal town of Seabreeze Cove. But her new home, a dilapidated cottage, mirrors her own broken spirit, and her first encounter with gruff marina owner Mac O’Connell makes her feel more unwelcome than ever. He’s all suspicion and sharp edges, a man fiercely protective of his small, insular world. Yet, Seabreeze Cove holds more than just a prickly welcome. Whispers of a slick developer, James Tucker, threaten to unravel the town’s quiet charm and a sacred trust passed down through generations. ...

Retired journalist Roxie Caldwell thought she’d found peace in her Harmony Creek garden. But the town’s darkest secret, recently unearthed, still haunts her every quiet moment. So when Sheriff Sandy Stone arrives with a dusty cold case file—the 1978 disappearance of a brilliant student named Thomas Tanner—Roxie can’t resist a new puzzle to distract her restless mind. Thomas Tanner was officially a runaway, a troubled kid who vanished without a trace. But the more Roxie digs, the clearer it becomes that Harmony Creek’s carefully curated history holds more than one skeleton. With ...

Six best friends. Three unforgettable love stories. One small town you’ll never want to leave. We’ve been best friends since high school—six guys who’ve shared every victory, setback, and secret. No matter how far life takes us, our brotherhood keeps bringing us home. Book 1 – Field of Secrets When pro soccer player Ryan Caldwell returns to his hometown to escape a career-shattering scandal, he’s focused on clearing his name—not falling for Emma Hayes, the local veterinarian who sees past the headlines. But as danger closes in, trusting her might be the only way to save both ...

Samantha "Sammy" Warner lives by binders, spreadsheets, and the ironclad belief that love is a meticulously planned disaster waiting to happen. Jack Russo, a charming, free-spirited photographer, finds commitment as appealing as a broken camera lens. So when their two best friends announce their whirlwind engagement, Sammy and Jack agree: this wedding is a terrible idea. Their solution? A secret "un-engagement pact." Sammy, with her strategic mind, and Jack, with his knack for chaos, join forces to subtly (and not-so-subtly) sabotage every aspect of the big day. From 'losing' crucial ...

Ambitious travel blogger Clara Reed lands in Havenwood with one goal: to transform this charming but stagnant town into her next viral success story. Armed with her laptop and a keen eye for untapped potential, she sets her sights on Elias Walker, the town’s reclusive bookbinder. His dusty shop, filled with the scent of old paper and forgotten tales, feels like a challenge waiting to be digitized. Clara’s blog post, "Charming, But Dying: Can This Town Be Saved?", ignites a local firestorm. It paints Elias as a stubborn relic and inadvertently paves the way for a slick developer’s plan...

Ethan Walters has everything he needs—except purpose. Inherited wealth isn’t enough to fill the emptiness he feels, so he devotes his time to charity work, determined to make a difference in the world. But when one of the organizations he supports is accused of money laundering, Ethan finds himself wrongly implicated in a scandal that could ruin everything he’s worked for. Charlotte Baker, a nurse with a heart of gold, has just emerged from a toxic relationship that left her questioning her ability to trust. She’s focused on her patients and doing good in her small town, but when ...

Jake Thomas doesn’t trust easily—not in business, not in life. As the founder of a rising tech startup, he’s poured everything into creating breakthrough cybersecurity software to outsmart hackers and protect the vulnerable. But when a suspicious breach threatens everything he’s built, Jake’s carefully guarded world begins to unravel. Cassie Vance knows what it’s like to be underestimated. As the daughter of a powerful CEO, she’s spent her life trying to prove she’s more than a last name. When whispers of corporate sabotage surface, her loyalty is tested—especially when ...

Liam Henderson’s dream job at one of the top investment firms should have been the breakthrough he always wanted. But when a lucrative deal starts to show signs of deep corruption, the man who once believed in loyalty and hard work is faced with a choice that could destroy everything he’s built. The numbers don’t add up, and the truth is slipping through his fingers. When Mia Stevens, a sharp and relentless lawyer investigating his firm’s shady dealings, starts asking questions, Liam’s world unravels. The woman who sees through the façade he’s built may be the only person who ...

Roxie Caldwell thought retirement meant endless days of peaceful gardening. She was wrong. Her petunias are dying, and her journalistic instincts are screaming. Luckily, an old friend, Sheriff Sandy Stone, has just the thing: a dusty room full of cold cases and a desperate plea for help. Roxie’s first mission? A priceless ruby pendant was stolen two decades ago along with a unique diamond bracelet. The bracelet has just mysteriously reappeared on an online auction. What begins as a simple jewel theft quickly unravels into something far more intricate. In Harmony Creek, some secrets are ...

Matthew Walker never imagined his quiet life as a historian would involve dodging bullets. But when he inherits "The Old Barracks Bookstore" from his estranged grandfather, General Edward Walker, his world of dusty tomes explodes. This isn't just any shop; it's the forgotten nerve center of Operation Nightingale, a covert Cold War spy network. Suddenly, Matthew isn't just cataloging books. He’s deciphering cryptic ciphers, uncovering a hidden ledger of assets, and learning the hard rules of espionage from Arthur Pendelton, a gruff old regular with a dangerous past. When a sinister ...

THE BETRAYAL IS REALI never imagined I’d need a bodyguard, but now I’m forced to trust Jack, a man as emotionally scarred as I am. Our connection is undeniable, yet he’s supposed to be protecting me, not capturing my heart. My son, Max, is my world, and his safety is paramount. I’ve kept him hidden, a secret that could be his only shield against the threats closing in on us. Jack doesn’t know the full story, and I fear his judgment—both about my past and his own broken heart. As danger looms closer, we must navigate our tangled emotions and uncover the truth behind the threats ...

I never thought I’d be working with my brother’s best friend, especially not Ethan West—the icy billionaire heir who drives me up the wall. He and I have never seen eye to eye, and now we’re forced to join forces to plan a charity gala that could change my life. As we clash over every detail, I discover that beneath his cold exterior lies a man haunted by secrets and undeniable charm. The way he looks at me sends my heart racing and blurs the lines between our pretend partnership and something deeper. When an unexpected threat puts my safety in jeopardy, we concoct a fake ...

I came back to my hometown to escape a media circus, clear my name, and figure out who’s trying to destroy my career. But the last thing I expected to find was Emma Hayes—the local vet with the kindest heart and the sharpest wit I’ve ever known. She’s everything I didn’t realize I needed: grounded, genuine, and refreshingly uninterested in my fame. But I have to wonder, how long can I keep her close before the truth tears us apart? Emma doesn’t know the half of what I’m up against. Someone out there wants to see me fall, and they’ll do anything to make it happen—even if it...

My billionaire boss drives me crazy. Arrogant, overbearing, and way too confident. The bodyguard he assigned to me? Silent, protective, and impossible to resist. Max always shows up when I need him most. With him, I feel safe—maybe even something more. But Castell Velasquez? He’s everything I promised I’d stay far away from. What I didn’t see coming? They’re the same man. And when the truth explodes, so does my trust. Now, I have to choose: Can I forgive the man who broke my heart? Or walk away from the only love I’ve ever wanted?

Catherine Jenkins lives for The Kiln, her vibrant community art studio. It’s her grandmother’s legacy, a haven of creativity, a place where art heals and community thrives. But a ruthless development company is circling, threatening to shatter her world and everything she holds dear. Cat needs a miracle, and she needs it now. Enter Jack Warner, a corporate titan suffocating under the weight of family expectations. To secure his inheritance and protect his family’s empire, he needs one thing: a fiancée. A temporary, convenient fiancée to satisfy a bizarre, non-negotiable clause in ...

When I moved in next door, everyone knew me as the charming billionaire playboy. But the day I met Olivia, everything changed. She wasn’t like anyone I’d ever met—stunning, confident, and down-to-earth in a way that left me speechless. And just like that, my carefully crafted world began to shift. Then came the Masquerade Ball. Beneath the glittering lights, I shared a dance with a woman whose chemistry lit a spark I’ve never felt before. The masks may have concealed her identity, but nothing could hide the connection we shared. As the night ended, I walked away with one obsession: ...

Ryker Kincaid’s life was a perfectly rendered blueprint of silence and control. As an architect haunted by a past betrayal, his minimalist apartment was his sanctuary—until a hurricane named Julie Martin, and her furry, four-legged wrecking ball, Brutus, moved in next door. Julie, a vibrant florist with a booming laugh and an even louder dog, is determined to make her dream shop, 'Bloom & Growl,' a reality. But her infectious optimism and Brutus’s boisterous antics are a direct assault on Ryker’s meticulously ordered world. He sees her chaos as a personal affront; she sees his ...

Beatrice “Bea” Hayes is the queen of clickbait. Celebrity pugs? Check. Outrageous reality stars? Double check. But when an encrypted email lands in her inbox, signed only Viper, Bea finds herself staring at the kind of story she thought she’d left behind—the dangerous kind. The Vance family runs Aethelburg like royalty, with hospitals, charities, and gala events. Perfect. Untouchable. Or so it seems… until Bea starts digging. The more questions she asks, the more obstacles appear—including one Julian Thorne, a too-polished, too-charming fixer who makes intimidation look like an ...

Matt Knight has always been torn between honoring his family's legacy in the construction business and modernizing it to survive in an ever-changing world. With the company on the brink of losing a major contract to a rival developer, Matt must decide whether to stick with tradition or take the leap into the future. The pressure to succeed—and to keep the family business alive—is mounting, and his father’s resistance to change only complicates matters. Jenna Walker is determined to prove herself in a male-dominated field as a doctor in rural medicine. After years of feeling overlooked...

Mistaken Identity, New Neighbor, Billionaire CEO, Secrets and Romance My new neighbor thinks I’m just the maintenance guy. After everything I’ve been through, that suits me perfectly. She has no idea who I really am, and I’m happy to keep it that way. Helping her with her charity event? Easy. Pretending I’m not falling for her? Impossible. Lacie’s smart, fierce, and far too good for the world I’m escaping. But when she discovers the truth, I can see it’s already too late. If I lose her, I lose everything. Now, I have to show her that behind the secrets, I’m still the man she...