Friends Series by Ariadne Wayne, Lauren McKellar, Sprinkles on Top Studios, Sprinkles On Top Studios

Rowan, Andrew, and Charlie were the best of friends for as long as they all could remember. Rowan adores Charlie because she’s another girl with a boys’ name. She’s in love with Andrew, and sure that one day they’ll live happily ever after. But when Andrew and Charlie break her heart, the painfully shy and socially awkward Rowan struggles to form new relationships... moreRowan, Andrew, and Charlie were the best of friends for as long as they all could remember. Rowan adores Charlie because she’s another girl with a boys’ name. She’s in love with Andrew, and sure that one day they’ll live happily ever after. But when Andrew and Charlie break her heart, the painfully shy and socially awkward Rowan struggles to form new relationships. Befriending Kyle, the son of her boss, she quickly slots him into the best friend role vacated by Andrew, assuming that is what he wants. Kyle has other ideas about the direction of their relationship, but when Andrew’s life takes an unexpected twist, he isn’t ready to let go of the girl who grew up idolising him. And he's prepared to do anything to keep her. less

Three days … That’s how long I was married to Charlie. Her death on our third day of marriage still haunts me, the part I played in her asthma attack will be with me forever. I loved her, but just couldn’t let go of the past. Three days … How long I held Rowan captive, trying to convince her that she needed to be with me. I never stood a chance. She’d turned her back on me once I chose Charlie and moved on with someone else. In my grief and stupidity, I lost any chance of her friendship... moreThree days … That’s how long I was married to Charlie. Her death on our third day of marriage still haunts me, the part I played in her asthma attack will be with me forever. I loved her, but just couldn’t let go of the past. Three days … How long I held Rowan captive, trying to convince her that she needed to be with me. I never stood a chance. She’d turned her back on me once I chose Charlie and moved on with someone else. In my grief and stupidity, I lost any chance of her friendship. Three days … I’ve done prison time, and now I need to start again. I’m not looking for any relationship right now, the thought of love is simply too painful. And yet, it’s been three days since I met Maddy, and already she’s brought more laughter to my life than I have had in so very long. She’s been through a lot too, so now I wonder if we can make a fresh start together. Authors Note: There is a scene that might be upsetting for those who have triggers around domestic violence. This is not a theme of the book, it’s a small scene, but as I realise some people may have sensitivities around this, I wanted to make sure there was a warning. less

Olivia Grant’s husband left her and their two children without even a backward glance. In an attempt to find herself, she turns to an old love. Writing. Publishing erotic novels in secret, she finds a muse in her neighbour and friend, Logan. She’s not his type, but Logan makes her burn with the desire she conveys in her novels. When her secret is exposed, Logan feels betrayed and used. More than anything, Olivia needs to regain his trust and prove to him that what they have is something real... moreOlivia Grant’s husband left her and their two children without even a backward glance. In an attempt to find herself, she turns to an old love. Writing. Publishing erotic novels in secret, she finds a muse in her neighbour and friend, Logan. She’s not his type, but Logan makes her burn with the desire she conveys in her novels. When her secret is exposed, Logan feels betrayed and used. More than anything, Olivia needs to regain his trust and prove to him that what they have is something real.   Features characters from the first two books in the series, but is a complete standalone. less

Rebecca Wallace has spent her whole life trying to impress her father. She spent her childhood bouncing between him and her alcoholic mother, never settling. Bored and stifled, she looks for ways to break free. A casual relationship with her next door neighbour becomes her dirty little secret. Elliot isn’t like the boys Rebecca grew up with. He bounces from job to job, and is a part time musician. Her father’s worst nightmare. Rebecca swore off getting too deeply involved... moreRebecca Wallace has spent her whole life trying to impress her father. She spent her childhood bouncing between him and her alcoholic mother, never settling. Bored and stifled, she looks for ways to break free. A casual relationship with her next door neighbour becomes her dirty little secret. Elliot isn’t like the boys Rebecca grew up with. He bounces from job to job, and is a part time musician. Her father’s worst nightmare. Rebecca swore off getting too deeply involved. She’s sick of secrets. Her last attempt at grown-up romance was blown apart by them, and Elliot has secrets of his own. Despite everything, could Elliot be the right one? Features characters from the previous book in the series, but is a stand alone. *Warning* This book may cause cravings for bacon. The Friends Series Book 1: Loving Rowan (Rowan and Kyle) Book 2: Three Days (Andrew and Maddy) Book 3: Something Real (Olivia and Logan) Book 4: The Right One (Rebecca and Elliot) less

I’ve told a lot of lies in my life. Mostly lies of omission. My best friends, Rebecca, Gemma, and Katya think I come from a rich family like they do. I don’t. We have a fancy lunch once a month at an expensive restaurant. I cut back on food the rest of the time to pay for it. My car sits in the garage unless I’m spending time with my friends. It’s cheaper to catch the bus. But now I have a big secret. The biggest of them all. I’m in love with Rebecca’s father... moreI’ve told a lot of lies in my life. Mostly lies of omission. My best friends, Rebecca, Gemma, and Katya think I come from a rich family like they do. I don’t. We have a fancy lunch once a month at an expensive restaurant. I cut back on food the rest of the time to pay for it. My car sits in the garage unless I’m spending time with my friends. It’s cheaper to catch the bus. But now I have a big secret. The biggest of them all. I’m in love with Rebecca’s father. And I think he loves me back. This is the fifth book in the Friends series, but can be read as a stand alone less