Worth It All Series by Lissanne Jones

Will taking a shot at love be worth risking the friendship of a lifetime? Jessica Coleman and Rory Cooke have been best friends since they were children, but as they approach their thirtieth birthdays they realize the love they feel for each other is no longer platonic. Rory is sure that Jess is the woman for him and always has been, but he's forced to stand by and watch her date another man... moreWill taking a shot at love be worth risking the friendship of a lifetime? Jessica Coleman and Rory Cooke have been best friends since they were children, but as they approach their thirtieth birthdays they realize the love they feel for each other is no longer platonic. Rory is sure that Jess is the woman for him and always has been, but he's forced to stand by and watch her date another man. What if she never works out what he has - that they're meant to be together? Jess finally recognizes Rory for who he truly is – the man she’s in love with. But she's afraid to take that leap, because if their romance ends she's not only lost her lover, but her best friend as well. Will they decide that being in love is worth the risk of losing the extraordinary friendship they already have, or will they stay just friends forever? less

After a whirlwind romance, Jessica and Rory Cooke are happily settled into married life. Having successfully made the transition from best friends to lovers, Jess knows Rory is the one person she can count on, and she needs him now more than ever as she struggles to cope with one hit after another. The deaths of loved ones. Her father’s sudden illness. The revelation of a shocking secret... moreAfter a whirlwind romance, Jessica and Rory Cooke are happily settled into married life. Having successfully made the transition from best friends to lovers, Jess knows Rory is the one person she can count on, and she needs him now more than ever as she struggles to cope with one hit after another. The deaths of loved ones. Her father’s sudden illness. The revelation of a shocking secret. As her life is turned upside down, she clings to her husband in the hope of saving herself from drowning in grief and anxiety. Will the security of Rory's love be the light that guides her through the dark days, or will Jess fall apart in the shadows of her despair? less

Drew Sutton is a former Marine who wants what his best friends Rory and Jess have: a happy marriage and a child they adore. While he’s adjusted to civilian life, he hasn’t found any woman he could imagine sharing it with. That changes when he meets his goddaughter’s preschool teacher. Gemma Farrell is sexy, smart...and a decade younger than him.He falls hard for her, but between their differences and his demons, Drew fears their romance will eventually fizzle out... moreDrew Sutton is a former Marine who wants what his best friends Rory and Jess have: a happy marriage and a child they adore. While he’s adjusted to civilian life, he hasn’t found any woman he could imagine sharing it with. That changes when he meets his goddaughter’s preschool teacher. Gemma Farrell is sexy, smart...and a decade younger than him.He falls hard for her, but between their differences and his demons, Drew fears their romance will eventually fizzle out. Will those who love him be able to help him see that finding happiness with Gemma is worth taking a chance on, or is he destined to be alone forever? less