Loneliness Series by Alison Cole

Johanna Williams is a keyboardist for an up-and-coming band from London, The Lonely Lovers. When their bassist, Gemma, is kicked out, Johanna and the rest of the band must find a suitable replacement. They decide on Laslow Hadley, a young prodigy also hailing from London. But what catches Johanna’s eye isn’t Laslow – it’s his older brother, Marcus. Although relationships with people affiliated with the band are strictly forbidden, Johanna can’t help but pursue her growing feelings for Marcus... moreJohanna Williams is a keyboardist for an up-and-coming band from London, The Lonely Lovers. When their bassist, Gemma, is kicked out, Johanna and the rest of the band must find a suitable replacement. They decide on Laslow Hadley, a young prodigy also hailing from London. But what catches Johanna’s eye isn’t Laslow – it’s his older brother, Marcus. Although relationships with people affiliated with the band are strictly forbidden, Johanna can’t help but pursue her growing feelings for Marcus. Soon, her heart and her virginity are taken away by her new love interest. While the band continues to grow exponentially in popularity, Marcus and Johanna continue their affair in the shadows of fame. However, when the spotlight grows too big for their secret, they must face the consequences of breaking the band’s most important rule. When separated for a lengthy U.S. tour, will Johanna be able to cope with her new found loneliness? Will the surprise of her life end her life-long dream of becoming a successful musician? Will her relationship with Marcus ever be rekindled, or is their candle of love doomed to be extinguished forever? In the game of loneliness, the odds are not in Johanna’s favor. It’s up to her and Marcus to beat it. *This book contains explicit sexual content. Ages 18+* less

Book Two of the Loneliness Series. Johanna and Marcus Hadley are newly married with a baby on the way. With bringing a new life into the world, Johanna and Marcus must balance work and family life – something they’ve never had to do before. However, unlike your average newlyweds, the Hadleys are also met with the difficult challenges that come with Johanna’s rising fame in the music world... moreBook Two of the Loneliness Series. Johanna and Marcus Hadley are newly married with a baby on the way. With bringing a new life into the world, Johanna and Marcus must balance work and family life – something they’ve never had to do before. However, unlike your average newlyweds, the Hadleys are also met with the difficult challenges that come with Johanna’s rising fame in the music world. A relentless stalker begins to tear apart their world and the difficult task of being parents soon pales in comparison to the pressure of dealing with a crazed fan. Will Johanna and Marcus be able to navigate the stormy waters of parenthood? Or will the waves of challenges tear them apart forever? *This book contains explicit sexual content. Ages 18+* less

Book Three Loneliness Series After Cara Wells, a crazed stalker, is put behind bars, Johanna and Marcus Hadley are ready to move on with their lives and careers. When they receive word that Marcus’ sister, Millie Smythe, will be arriving back in the UK from a minister school in the US., Johanna, eager to meet her new sister-in-law, prepares for her arrival... moreBook Three Loneliness Series After Cara Wells, a crazed stalker, is put behind bars, Johanna and Marcus Hadley are ready to move on with their lives and careers. When they receive word that Marcus’ sister, Millie Smythe, will be arriving back in the UK from a minister school in the US., Johanna, eager to meet her new sister-in-law, prepares for her arrival. Unfortunately, Johanna and Marcus discover that Millie isn’t the caring sister she used to be when she denounces their marriage and claims their children to be illegitimate. Soon, all hell breaks loose when the bigoted and narrow-minded Millie puts a plot to destroy Johanna’s band and the Hadleys’ marriage into motion. Together, the Hadleys must entrust in their family and friends to help them overcome a menace that clings on the fringes of their hearts. Will Marcus be able to cope with shunning a sister he once loved? Will Johanna be able to keep her growing family intact while maintaining a positive character with the band? Or will their tight-knit family fall to shreds from within? *This book contains adult situations and explicit content. 18+* less