Starling Bay Series by Sienna Carr

She's the city girl from Boston. He's the gift shop owner from the bay. Their worlds were never meant to collide. Dylan Fraser is an artist, a dreamer, and a failed actor. He runs a gift store on the edges of Starling Bay, a small coastal town where nothing much happens. Merry Nicholls hates Christmas. The festive season is full of bad memories, especially this year which marks the five-year passing of her husband's death... moreShe's the city girl from Boston. He's the gift shop owner from the bay. Their worlds were never meant to collide. Dylan Fraser is an artist, a dreamer, and a failed actor. He runs a gift store on the edges of Starling Bay, a small coastal town where nothing much happens. Merry Nicholls hates Christmas. The festive season is full of bad memories, especially this year which marks the five-year passing of her husband's death. Falling ill due to stress, and at her mother's insistence, Merry reluctantly visits Starling Bay. She's supposed to recuperate, but with her surly daughter and her Great Dane in tow, not to mention the town's busy body on her back, recuperation might not be possible. And when her dog crashes into a gift shop, breaking a collection of handmade Christmas coffee mugs, all chances of an easy recovery period go out of the window. Neither Dylan nor Merry are looking for love, but maybe it's time for them to let go and give in. Because when the timing is right, and the feeling is ripe, taking a risk with their hearts could give them a second chance at love. Winter's Kiss is a STANDALONE sweet romance, with a HEA. less

He's from one of the oldest and wealthiest families in the bay.She's a maid.It was never meant to be. Reed Knight was born rich. He's a businessman who lives alone in a sprawling huge mansion in Starling Bay. And he's engaged. But he's been having second thoughts. Especially since his ex-beauty queen fiancee seemed to change personality the moment he slipped a 2-carat diamond ring on her finger. Jenna Lawson has always been broke... moreHe's from one of the oldest and wealthiest families in the bay.She's a maid.It was never meant to be. Reed Knight was born rich. He's a businessman who lives alone in a sprawling huge mansion in Starling Bay. And he's engaged. But he's been having second thoughts. Especially since his ex-beauty queen fiancee seemed to change personality the moment he slipped a 2-carat diamond ring on her finger. Jenna Lawson has always been broke. Having left Starling Bay over a decade ago, she returns, still broke, still struggling, and still desperate to make ends meet. A job posting at the local recruitment agency is for a maid at the Knight mansion, a place laced with memories of humiliation from her teenage years. Jenna hates the mansion, hates the Knights, and hates Reed Knight most of all. But beggars can't be choosers, and she needs the money. less

A fake marriage requires a fake husband.This is the one small problem preventing Shay Donovan from becoming the sole beneficiary of her great-aunt's fortune. The money would help with the medical bills for her father's illness, except that she has no husband, she isn't engaged, and there is no boyfriend in sight.But what better candidate to select than the man who saved her life?Blake Kennedy, a local factory owner, has spoken to Shay Donovan on many occasions... moreA fake marriage requires a fake husband.This is the one small problem preventing Shay Donovan from becoming the sole beneficiary of her great-aunt's fortune. The money would help with the medical bills for her father's illness, except that she has no husband, she isn't engaged, and there is no boyfriend in sight.But what better candidate to select than the man who saved her life?Blake Kennedy, a local factory owner, has spoken to Shay Donovan on many occasions. He's not interested in romantic liaisons, but the cute, funny and bespectacled recruitment consultant is a good reason for him to attend the monthly business meetings.But when Shay asks him to marry her, he can't quite believe his luck.And when she tells him she's only looking for a fake husband, he jumps at the opportunity to help her. But living together, faking marriage and trying to hide his feelings doesn't come easily. Especially when Shay has her eyes set on another man. Can they fake it for the money, or will the pressure get too much? less

Hollywood star Hailey Ross returns to her hometown of Starling Bay, feeling like a fish out of water.But on meeting Jackson Miller, a security guard at the local mall, things suddenly become even more awkward.When Hailey left over a decade ago it was with great relief. The gawky teenager was suddenly discovered by a talent scout and when Hollywood beckoned, she left Sleepy Starling Bay behind her... moreHollywood star Hailey Ross returns to her hometown of Starling Bay, feeling like a fish out of water.But on meeting Jackson Miller, a security guard at the local mall, things suddenly become even more awkward.When Hailey left over a decade ago it was with great relief. The gawky teenager was suddenly discovered by a talent scout and when Hollywood beckoned, she left Sleepy Starling Bay behind her.Jackson has always lived in Starling Bay, a place where nothing much happens, not even at the local mall where he works as a security guard.He doesn't understand, nor care for, the townspeople's fascination with the movie star diva.Until he ends up working for her. And that's when everything changes.Sparks fly.Emotions rocket.Tensions simmer.Because when uptown girl meets small town guy, life is most definitely not a bed of roses. less

Roxy is struggling. The owner of Roxy's Diner has been working hard to take her business to the next level, but things haven't quite worked out as she had hoped. Enter Mason Brandt, celebrity chef, restaurateur, writer and TV personality. Mason and his TV crew visit failing restaurants and offer solutions to help. While Roxy's Diner is by no means failing, Roxy doesn't need anyone's help, least of all from a celebrity chef who thinks he knows better than she does... moreRoxy is struggling. The owner of Roxy's Diner has been working hard to take her business to the next level, but things haven't quite worked out as she had hoped. Enter Mason Brandt, celebrity chef, restaurateur, writer and TV personality. Mason and his TV crew visit failing restaurants and offer solutions to help. While Roxy's Diner is by no means failing, Roxy doesn't need anyone's help, least of all from a celebrity chef who thinks he knows better than she does. She believes she can turn things around by herself. Except that her hard work, steely determination and sheer stubbornness haven't yet produced the results she wants. For Mason, TV ratings are all important and the feisty little fireball, and her small town diner, could be just the boost his show needs. Table for Two is a standalone small town opposites attract, enemies to lovers romance with a HEA. less

When Mackenzie, the owner of a florist's shop delivers flowers to an event, she meets a guest who unexpectedly charms her. He's different. He's not pushy, or insistent, or boring. In fact, he makes her laugh and feel at ease.Adam Hartman isn't looking for love, even though he's a 'Love Doctor.'However, the beautiful florist catches his eye and he can't get her out of his mind.But Mackenzie has scars from her past, and keeps her guard down, not wanting to get close to anyone... moreWhen Mackenzie, the owner of a florist's shop delivers flowers to an event, she meets a guest who unexpectedly charms her. He's different. He's not pushy, or insistent, or boring. In fact, he makes her laugh and feel at ease.Adam Hartman isn't looking for love, even though he's a 'Love Doctor.'However, the beautiful florist catches his eye and he can't get her out of his mind.But Mackenzie has scars from her past, and keeps her guard down, not wanting to get close to anyone.Sensing her wariness, Adam backs off, and quickly learns that Mackenzie wouldn't approve of what he does for a living.But getting to know one another, while hiding a big secret isn't the way to long lasting happiness.A Bouquet of Charm is a small town women's fiction romance with a HEA. less

Single mom Leah Shriver is doing her best. But raising a teen boy who grunts and barely speaks doesn't help, especially when she's trying to deal with her health.Her dreams of meeting Mr. Wonderful have been kicked to the curb, not that they amounted to much anyway. She's stood by and watched everyone around her fall in love. It doesn't matter now. Finding that elusive soulmate isn't important, not when she has more serious matters to contend with... moreSingle mom Leah Shriver is doing her best. But raising a teen boy who grunts and barely speaks doesn't help, especially when she's trying to deal with her health.Her dreams of meeting Mr. Wonderful have been kicked to the curb, not that they amounted to much anyway. She's stood by and watched everyone around her fall in love. It doesn't matter now. Finding that elusive soulmate isn't important, not when she has more serious matters to contend with.Brody Holt is a good guy, even if at first glance he doesn't look like one. The six-foot two inch brick wall of muscle is a workman; a handyman who fixes things.A man who's recently been dealt a blow.He's not bothered about being single, though women desperately try to catch his eye. Attracting attention when he doesn't seek it is a hazard he's grown used to; women seem to like a strapping man with a toolbelt around his waist. But then he meets a woman who isn't trying to catch his eye. A woman who wants to be left alone. A woman who is alone, in the one place she shouldn't be. And he finds himself in the peculiar position of having to catch her eye. A CHRISTMAS WISH is the ninth book in the Starling Bay series. It is a STANDALONE romance and can be read without having to read the earlier books. Leah Shriver's world has been turned upside down and, much to Hyacinth's dismay, plans for the annual Christmas pageant are in jeopardy. Merry and Dylan are having their baby, so Dylan can't help either.All is lost. Or is it? less