Changing Seasons Series by Janice Allen

Mark Abloom has never been good with woman, bouncing from one failed relationship to the next and earning himself the title of playboy among his friends. Though he brags in public about his reputation and the many woman he has bedded over the years, he secretly wishes for that one love everyone deeply desires. He came close to finding that connection with his most recent ex-girlfriend Amanda Grey, a tom boy type from his childhood but once again the love went down in a flaming ball of failure... moreMark Abloom has never been good with woman, bouncing from one failed relationship to the next and earning himself the title of playboy among his friends. Though he brags in public about his reputation and the many woman he has bedded over the years, he secretly wishes for that one love everyone deeply desires. He came close to finding that connection with his most recent ex-girlfriend Amanda Grey, a tom boy type from his childhood but once again the love went down in a flaming ball of failure. As the single woman become sparser he grows desperate to find what his heart truly desires. Howard Fritter grew up knowing only one love, his wife Clara. Though he loved her still, his heart began to pull him in another direction, wondering if she really was the soul mate he desired or if the two had just grown in different directions. With two young children and a house to care for, leaving her was not an option he could conceive, at least not at this stage in his life. To make matters worse, he has begun to suspect that Clara has a love affair, watching her slip out at all hours of the night and return more cold towards him than when he left. Mark and Howard had been best friends since the 7th grade, sharing a history and the same friend circle most of their lives. Now as they reach their mid-twenties and life seems to be crumbling around them they begin to wonder if there is something more out of love than what they have settled for. After inviting Howard on a camping trip, Mark learns of his separation from Clara and listens to his friend’s tear-filled confessions while alone in the woods. Mark is shocked by the discovery, having denied his own feelings for many years and yet knowing where his heart truly lay. Now the two must take those first profound steps towards exploration and find the courage to let their real love shine through the obstacles ahead. Changing Seasons is a three book series less

Mark Abloom and Howard Fritter are new to the world of love, and find themselves captivated by what could be the ideal relationship they have always dreamt of finding. Though they aren’t ready to openly discuss their relationship among shared friends and family, Mark does his best to stay supportive while Howard deals with a messy and heated divorce. Clara has taken custody of the children and refuses to allow Howard to see his children out of spite... moreMark Abloom and Howard Fritter are new to the world of love, and find themselves captivated by what could be the ideal relationship they have always dreamt of finding. Though they aren’t ready to openly discuss their relationship among shared friends and family, Mark does his best to stay supportive while Howard deals with a messy and heated divorce. Clara has taken custody of the children and refuses to allow Howard to see his children out of spite. He struggles with his inner feelings, conflicted in what is the right thing to do. If he returns to Clara he will live in misery and yet the thought of missing his children crushes him. In the meantime, Mark’s ex-girlfriend Amanda has made a reappearance in his life and comes baring a special surprise. She is now 5 months pregnant and claims the child belongs to Mark. Though he denies the truth at first, he agrees to keep her around in a twisted friendship until the baby is born and proof can be acquired. Fearful Howard will leave him for his ex if he knew the truth, he hides the pregnancy from him, in the hopes that the paternity tests will show he is not the father. As each man’s past threatens to tear their relationship apart, they find themselves forced to many some difficult choices, ones that will be felt for many years to come. Can Howard find another way to see his children, one that doesn’t involve sacrificing his own chances for real love? Will Mark keep the news of his potential child a secret from Howard for the rest of his days? The two must find their strength and stand up for their own happiness if they wish to continue their love amongst life’s struggles. Changing Seasons is a three book series less

The third edition of this complex trilogy and Mark Abloom anxiously awaits the results of the paternity test. The results come in and sure enough, he is in fact the father of Amanda’s beautiful baby boy. Devastated, he is torn between the dream he once had of raising a son of his own and the love he feels for his best friend Howard. Amanda discovers the truth about Mark and refuses to allow him to see the child, unless he is prepared for marriage... moreThe third edition of this complex trilogy and Mark Abloom anxiously awaits the results of the paternity test. The results come in and sure enough, he is in fact the father of Amanda’s beautiful baby boy. Devastated, he is torn between the dream he once had of raising a son of his own and the love he feels for his best friend Howard. Amanda discovers the truth about Mark and refuses to allow him to see the child, unless he is prepared for marriage. Unwilling to sacrifice his own happiness, he attempts to walk away, but finds the beautiful child haunting him. Howard Fritter has stood up against his spiteful ex-wife Clara and now gained visitation of his two young children. With life finally looking up he feels confident in his decision to remain with the love of his life Mark and urges them to inform their lifelong friends of the news. He puts his fears behind him, purchasing the lovers a quaint home and encouraging a new life for them both. He is becoming suspicious however that Mark may be distracted by something, or someone else. Howard follows Mark as he ventures to Amanda’s home once more, pleading with her to allow him to be a part of his son’s life. He watches in horror at the cruelty of this woman, turning him away as he stood sobbing on her doorstep. Once Mark departs, Howard confronts Amanda and she finally agrees to allow him visitation despite her negative feelings for their relationship choices. Now the two lovers face their greatest challenge yet, openly admitting their love among friends and family. Will their childhood peers accept their decision or will they sacrifice even more for the sake of true love? And will the news threatened their happy home when Clara discovers the truth about her ex-husband? Changing Seasons is a three book series less