Laying it Bare Series by L.E. Martin

Harley Minnow has traveled through five states to attend college to escape her troubling family but too bad she can’t escape the abusive ex-boyfriend who attends the same one. Scorched by the effects of that relationship she vows to never give someone that power over her again. So when her best friend’s “accidental” acceptance of a friend request from a mysterious guy on her account leads to an unexpected encounter, Harley has her reservations... moreHarley Minnow has traveled through five states to attend college to escape her troubling family but too bad she can’t escape the abusive ex-boyfriend who attends the same one. Scorched by the effects of that relationship she vows to never give someone that power over her again. So when her best friend’s “accidental” acceptance of a friend request from a mysterious guy on her account leads to an unexpected encounter, Harley has her reservations. Shade Michaels has always been the shy awkward type on the dating front. He can’t seem to string two coherent sentences together in the presence of the opposite sex. Frustrated with all of the disappointments, he hasn’t been on a date in a long time. So when a friend’s suggestion to use social media connects him with Harley he sees it as a step in the right direction but now what? Accepting his request and swapping a few online comments is one thing. Hanging out in person is completely different. Why should he expect this time to turn out any differently? However, when the two of them meet, he discovers with Harley his unease is nonexistent and an intense attraction between the two of them ensues. He believes he has found the one but she’s not ready to trust again and a relationship is the farthest thing from her mind. But as he slowly breaks down her walls and the sex between them heats up, can he find a way to make her his own or will his insecurities and her past destroy any chance they have? less

On her way home from work one night, Jade Paulson was attacked and almost killed. Three years later she still can’t go out after dark and seemingly mundane things still trigger panic.At the age of eighteen, Cal Timmons made a bad choice that cost him ten years in prison. And even though he’s earned his freedom, he can’t live past the belief he’s not good enough for anyone... moreOn her way home from work one night, Jade Paulson was attacked and almost killed. Three years later she still can’t go out after dark and seemingly mundane things still trigger panic.At the age of eighteen, Cal Timmons made a bad choice that cost him ten years in prison. And even though he’s earned his freedom, he can’t live past the belief he’s not good enough for anyone.When sparks fly between the two of them over cookies and laundry, they decide to give into something neither thought they would ever find. But are they too broken to ever piece together what each fears has been lost forever? less

Apryl Berry has a huge problem. Her best friends are alpha sexy males. That wouldn’t be a problem if she hadn’t started to fall in love with one of them. When dating him causes a rift in the group, Apryl is left scrambling to figure out a way to hold on to the guy she loves without losing the friendships of the guys who mean the world to her.

What do you do when you’ve lost everything and trusting someone could end up getting you killed?Harper Key has been on the run for almost two months. Deadly conditions at home sent her fleeing for her life. On her own, she is slow to trust because one wrong word could lead the enemy right to her.When Harper’s travels drop her in the path of Officer Cannon Rush, he can’t help but want to help her. He’s captivated by the strong mysterious woman and vows to be there for her... moreWhat do you do when you’ve lost everything and trusting someone could end up getting you killed?Harper Key has been on the run for almost two months. Deadly conditions at home sent her fleeing for her life. On her own, she is slow to trust because one wrong word could lead the enemy right to her.When Harper’s travels drop her in the path of Officer Cannon Rush, he can’t help but want to help her. He’s captivated by the strong mysterious woman and vows to be there for her. With their attraction heating up and the enemy closing in, will he be able to protect her and show her he is someone she can trust, not only with her life but her heart? less

Toby Matthews and Melody Winters met through their roommates and it was love and lust at first sight. In only a short amount of time their relationship bloomed into something perfect. However, when the demands of Toby finishing up his medical schooling begin interfering with their time together, will they be able to keep the fire burning or will his responsibilities snuff out their love? Especially when another medical student sets her sights on Toby?

Devastation is too weak of a word to describe the depth of heartache Trinity Connors experienced after her shattering loss. And now, she vows to never risk anything like that ever again. With not much to brighten her days, alcohol and her best friend are all she makes time for anymore.Mitch Gannon is no stranger to loss. Even though he is seldom defeated in the courtroom, he experienced an incredible loss when he lost the only girl he ever loved to one of his best friends... moreDevastation is too weak of a word to describe the depth of heartache Trinity Connors experienced after her shattering loss. And now, she vows to never risk anything like that ever again. With not much to brighten her days, alcohol and her best friend are all she makes time for anymore.Mitch Gannon is no stranger to loss. Even though he is seldom defeated in the courtroom, he experienced an incredible loss when he lost the only girl he ever loved to one of his best friends. While moving past the emptiness, he finds himself intrigued by Trinity and recognizes a similar pain, but she carries a lot of baggage. Is she too much to deal with, or are they the perfect balm to each other’s soul? But what happens if the last person she wants to be with is a lawyer?Possible Triggers: Story deals with heartbreaking loss less