The Blame Game Series by Jamie Hill

Teacher Catlin McCall has second thoughts about dating the father of a student, but listening to his sweet talk one night under the stars, she finds him hard to resist. They stumble into an impetuous, passionate relationship which leaves them breathless and his family less than thrilled. A not-quite-ex-wife who decides she wants her man back, combined with a pair of manipulative teenagers, make for more problems than either of them are prepared to deal with... moreTeacher Catlin McCall has second thoughts about dating the father of a student, but listening to his sweet talk one night under the stars, she finds him hard to resist. They stumble into an impetuous, passionate relationship which leaves them breathless and his family less than thrilled. A not-quite-ex-wife who decides she wants her man back, combined with a pair of manipulative teenagers, make for more problems than either of them are prepared to deal with. Steve Naughton has no idea when he invites Catlin’s brother to join them for dinner that his fiancée has family issues of her own. Like the old adage, no good deed goes unpunished, and Steve’s surprise backfires when the truth comes to light. less

Dana Naughton returns home after college to teach at the local elementary school. She's not aware of the struggles her family is going through, but is glad to help however she can. She's also surprised to learn that Clint Stewart, her old high school sweetheart, is now working for her father. They immediately hit it off, and pick up where thing left off years ago. But Clint's a hot-blooded man, and Dana's a woman who's decided to practice abstinence before marriage... moreDana Naughton returns home after college to teach at the local elementary school. She's not aware of the struggles her family is going through, but is glad to help however she can. She's also surprised to learn that Clint Stewart, her old high school sweetheart, is now working for her father. They immediately hit it off, and pick up where thing left off years ago. But Clint's a hot-blooded man, and Dana's a woman who's decided to practice abstinence before marriage. If they can get over that hurdle, they realize they can get through anything. Until tragedy strikes, and they're forced to face every family's worst nightmare. "If you need to assign blame, you might as well blame it on the moon." less

Dave Naughton's laid-back attitude has cost him two sports writing jobs. Fear of commitment and uncertainty may cost him a whole lot more where his personal life is concerned. He's summoned home to face his father, the owner of the family business and the one man he really doesn't want to disappoint. Before the showdown gets underway, Steve Naughton collapses and is taken to the hospital with a serious and frightening ailment. Carys Connelly knows what she wants and goes after it... moreDave Naughton's laid-back attitude has cost him two sports writing jobs. Fear of commitment and uncertainty may cost him a whole lot more where his personal life is concerned. He's summoned home to face his father, the owner of the family business and the one man he really doesn't want to disappoint. Before the showdown gets underway, Steve Naughton collapses and is taken to the hospital with a serious and frightening ailment. Carys Connelly knows what she wants and goes after it. When the pretty nurse decides she wants Dave, he's not sure what to think. Taking matters into her own hands, she wrangles a job as his father's home health nurse to be closer to Dave. Will she have to whack him over the head before he realizes she might be the best thing that's ever happened to him? "Kiss me until I can't see straight. If we're tired tomorrow, we'll blame it on the sun." less

Charlie Naughton and Jenny Craft grew up together. Their parents were best friends and the kids were inseparable throughout their school years. But when Charlie goes off to college, he's focusing more on his baseball scholarship than the friend he's leaving behind. Jenny's been in love with Charlie since she was seven, and he kissed her at his brother's wedding reception. Since then she's bided her time, waiting for him to realize that he loves her, too... moreCharlie Naughton and Jenny Craft grew up together. Their parents were best friends and the kids were inseparable throughout their school years. But when Charlie goes off to college, he's focusing more on his baseball scholarship than the friend he's leaving behind. Jenny's been in love with Charlie since she was seven, and he kissed her at his brother's wedding reception. Since then she's bided her time, waiting for him to realize that he loves her, too. Her senior year of high school is supposed to be one of her best. But when her parents' marriage hits the skids and her best girlfriend makes a surprise announcement, Jenny barely has time to deal with her blossoming romance. And with Charlie's insane schedule, thinking about each other seems to be the best they can do. When they finally find time to be together, neither one of them wants it to end. "If anyone asks where we were, we'll just blame it on the rain." But is 'happily ever after' really possible? less