The Bay Series by Leesa Bow

When jaded city girl Maddy McIntyre packs up and leaves Adelaide for a new job in the country, it's not only a chance at a fresh start. Six months ago, the first guy she'd ever loved shattered her heart before moving home to Broken Hill. Deep down inside, Maddy is hoping that living in the same town will give her an opportunity to prove to Luke that she's one temptation he can't resist. But when she arrives in Broken Hill, Luke White is not the same guy she knew in the city... moreWhen jaded city girl Maddy McIntyre packs up and leaves Adelaide for a new job in the country, it's not only a chance at a fresh start. Six months ago, the first guy she'd ever loved shattered her heart before moving home to Broken Hill. Deep down inside, Maddy is hoping that living in the same town will give her an opportunity to prove to Luke that she's one temptation he can't resist. But when she arrives in Broken Hill, Luke White is not the same guy she knew in the city. And it soon seems very clear that he doesn't want her there. Although Maddy settles in quickly, excelling at work and partying with her new friends, she can't understand why Luke is remaining so distant. Particularly when all her instincts are telling her that they're meant to be together – and that he feels the same burning attraction. As Maddy learns more about Luke's family and background, she begins to understand that his mixed messages are caused by balancing what's expected of him with what he really wants. Maddy gave Luke her heart long ago and, despite their differences, she knows she'll only ever be happy with her hot country boy. But how can she convince him that she's the risk he needs to take? Charming the Outback is a stand alone read, and Book 2 in The Bay Series: Reading order: Winning the Player Charming the Outback Jardine Caught Out Winning the Game Playing for Time Note: Edition 2 Originally published in 2014. less

Darcy Rayne is King of his team, this club, this city. Every girl wants a shot at winning his heart. I want to know the real man behind those guarded eyes. It started like any other night at the club. Our eyes connected. More fleeting glances. Awareness. The game clock started for us. I underestimated a footballer’s determination and focus to the game. Played with my heart, and in doing so almost stole his dream. Misjudged the importance of the clock in the game of love... moreDarcy Rayne is King of his team, this club, this city. Every girl wants a shot at winning his heart. I want to know the real man behind those guarded eyes. It started like any other night at the club. Our eyes connected. More fleeting glances. Awareness. The game clock started for us. I underestimated a footballer’s determination and focus to the game. Played with my heart, and in doing so almost stole his dream. Misjudged the importance of the clock in the game of love. Even elite athletes miscalculate the rules. And he undervalued mine, realising all too late. You can’t play for time. Only hope for a second chance… Playing for Time is a stand alone read and Book 6 of The Bay Series. Reading Order: Winning the Player Charming the Outback Jardine Caught Out Winning the Game Playing for Time less