Unexpected Love Series by Michele Ashman Bell

Alex doesn’t want anything to do with the crazy Mormon religion her sister belongs to— especially since it’s the same religion she blames for her father’s death. When she comes to visit Jamie and her husband, Steve, she warns them not to even talk about religion. But she doesn’t count on meeting the most attractive man she’s ever met— Steve’s business partner and best friend, Rich... moreAlex doesn’t want anything to do with the crazy Mormon religion her sister belongs to— especially since it’s the same religion she blames for her father’s death. When she comes to visit Jamie and her husband, Steve, she warns them not to even talk about religion. But she doesn’t count on meeting the most attractive man she’s ever met— Steve’s business partner and best friend, Rich. Alex McCarty never planned on falling in love with a Mormon, even if he does appear to be everything she ever wanted in a man. But Alex isn’t about to join his church to be with him, and she knows Rich would never leave his church for her. An Unexpected Love. . . where a little romance means big surprises! less

Alex McCarty didn’t expect to find love in Idaho. Then, she met Rich Greenwood, who was everything she’d ever hoped to find in a man. The fact that he was a Mormon and she was not raised a barrier between them at first, but when Alex finally listened to the Spirit, she and Rich were free to open their hearts to each other... moreAlex McCarty didn’t expect to find love in Idaho. Then, she met Rich Greenwood, who was everything she’d ever hoped to find in a man. The fact that he was a Mormon and she was not raised a barrier between them at first, but when Alex finally listened to the Spirit, she and Rich were free to open their hearts to each other. Now, because of her reputation as a national fitness consultant and aerobics instructor, Alex is invited to a European fitness convention and two-month tour across five countries. Before she met Rich, she would have been thrilled to go— and to see suave, handsome Nickolas Diamante again, the Supertour sponsor and owner of Pro-Star sportwear. Instead, she’d really rather stay home and get to know Rich better. But to Alex’s surprise and dismay, Rich thinks a brief separation would be healthy for them. He’s found a new career as an artist, along with the perfect gallery to show his work. What’s more, the gallery’s stunning and glamorous director is sure that Rich will be her next star. And that’s exactly what Alex is afraid of. Will the beautiful Elena find more than painting to occupy Rich’s time while she’s in Europe? An Enduring Love. . . as full of surprises and romance as Europe itself! less

When she first joined the Church, Alex McCarty realized that she will have to wait almost a year to marry her beloved Rich Greenwood in the temple, but she knew there was no other place to be married. Now, after nearly twelve long months, she wonders if she will live to see the day. . moreWhen she first joined the Church, Alex McCarty realized that she will have to wait almost a year to marry her beloved Rich Greenwood in the temple, but she knew there was no other place to be married. Now, after nearly twelve long months, she wonders if she will live to see the day. . . As their long engagement comes to an end, Alex is besieged with difficulties, all threatening to interfere with her date at the altar— from her frustrating disagreements with her lovable but stubborn fiancé to her doctor’s heartbreaking diagnosis. When Alex returns to California for a fitness convention, she is hounded by Jordan, a former boyfriend, who refuses to take “no” for an answer. Then there’s Dylan, her intense convention assistant, who idolizes her. But not until a scenic cruise wtih Rich turns into a nightmare— and Alex nearly loses Rich— does she realize that someone wants to prevent their marriage from ever taking place. Romance, suspense, adventure. . . it’s all here in A Forever Love. less