Now Entering Hillford Series by Piper Lennox

The night Ford McLean crawled through my bedroom window, his playlist was born. The day he left, he ruined every single song. My name is Easton, and I catch babies. When I’m called to a teen mom’s birth in the middle of a thunderstorm, the last person I expect to see is Caroline. No, scratch that: the last person I expect to see—the last person I want to see—is her brother. Six years, and the sight of Ford still wrings my heart dry. His voice still melts me... moreThe night Ford McLean crawled through my bedroom window, his playlist was born. The day he left, he ruined every single song. My name is Easton, and I catch babies. When I’m called to a teen mom’s birth in the middle of a thunderstorm, the last person I expect to see is Caroline. No, scratch that: the last person I expect to see—the last person I want to see—is her brother. Six years, and the sight of Ford still wrings my heart dry. His voice still melts me. His smirk still pisses me off in ways he can’t even imagine. Our small, Southern town broadcasts rumors 24/7, yet no one thought to tell me Ford was back. And now I’m stuck living near him all over again—stuck replaying the hell he put me through the last summer I saw him. I swore I wouldn’t give him the time of day. I failed. But I sure as hell won’t give him a second chance. * * * Once upon a time, I thought Easton Lawrence would be the girl who saved me. I didn’t return to sleepy little Hillford for redemption; I don’t deserve it. I didn’t even return for her. I came back because my family needs me. As soon as this is over, I’m out of here. Gone. A ghost. At least, that was my plan. I didn’t count on seeing Easton again—much less confessing I’m still in love with her. The day we met, she hated me: eight years old and sworn enemies. But as the years passed, I changed her mind. So maybe there’s hope. Maybe I can change it again. less

In my old life, Tanner Lochlan was more than the boy next door. He was my best friend. In my new life, he absolutely hates me.I’m Skye, the girl who left Hillford without a trace.Hell freezing over: that’s when I swore I’d come back here. Turns out, all it took was six years, a funeral, and a nasty car crash I’m told I was lucky to survive. In the aftermath, I can’t remember much about my supposedly great, new life. But I remember my old one... moreIn my old life, Tanner Lochlan was more than the boy next door. He was my best friend. In my new life, he absolutely hates me.I’m Skye, the girl who left Hillford without a trace.Hell freezing over: that’s when I swore I’d come back here. Turns out, all it took was six years, a funeral, and a nasty car crash I’m told I was lucky to survive. In the aftermath, I can’t remember much about my supposedly great, new life. But I remember my old one. I remember Tanner, and the way he makes my heart race with nothing but an inked-out glance. We left so much on the table, giving in feels inevitable—even though we both know, when I leave again, we’ll end up shattered. Just like last time. Back then, I thought Tanner could fix absolutely anything. But he can’t fix me. * * *In another life, Skye Michaels would be mine. In this life, she’s the girl who vanished: no note, no clues. No warning. The girl who ripped my heart to shreds one summer, leaving me to repair the pieces. If I give in once, I’ll give in completely. I know better. This isn’t the girl I knew. The one I swam with in the river after school, or kissed under tree branches—the one I loved. But no matter how much Skye changes, I’m still addicted to what she does to me. And, God help me…I think I like it. less

A lifetime ago, Hudson Barringer gifted me soul-wrenching words and an incredible summer.In return, without even trying - I ruined him.For those six weeks, I was more than just Josie. I was his.We were kids: I have to keep reminding myself of that. Whatever we had nine years ago, it wasn’t real. But whatever we have now…it’s real enough to scare the hell out of me.Days at his diner, nights in his car: it’s only a matter of time before the past catches up to us... moreA lifetime ago, Hudson Barringer gifted me soul-wrenching words and an incredible summer.In return, without even trying - I ruined him.For those six weeks, I was more than just Josie. I was his.We were kids: I have to keep reminding myself of that. Whatever we had nine years ago, it wasn’t real. But whatever we have now…it’s real enough to scare the hell out of me.Days at his diner, nights in his car: it’s only a matter of time before the past catches up to us. I’m learning nostalgia, like summer, is a powerful drug.The rest of the world thinks Hudson is best at silence. Sometimes, I worry that’s true.But I know, deep down like an old scar, that he’s capable of the most beautiful, heartbreaking words imaginable. Able to claim me in one breathless touch.Perfectly capable of ruining me back.And this time…I want to let him.* * *That’s the problem with second chances: you need to stand a chance in the first place.When we were sixteen, Josie Gerard pulled words out of me I never thought I’d say. Then she was the one who went silent.Screw nostalgia. Our deal is simple: she gets some recipes for her pandering little book, a few stories—then she leaves me alone. Forever. Until recently, she was pretty damn good at that.I can’t trust Josie. I know better than to fall for the girl who doesn’t believe in falling.At least...I thought I did.* * *The Poet’s Cookbook is a standalone, second-chance romance with a happy ending and no cliffhanger. It is the third book in the Now Entering Hillford series by Piper Lennox.Now Entering Hillford (suggested reading order):The Midwife’s PlaylistThe Carpenter’s WeddingThe Poet’s CookbookThe Bartender’s CountdownThe Hawthorne’s Girl less

If there’s one indisputable truth in this world, it’s that men like Bram Galloway are pure trouble.And if there’s one indisputable tragedy…it’s that they’re impossible to resist.I’m Kennedy, the new owner of Hillford Taphouse.When I greet my employees, I don’t expect the arrogant bartender in a hoodie and sunglasses to be the same guy I stupidly fooled around with a few weeks ago. Guess I’m just lucky, that way.Bram is everything I can’t stand in a person: big ego, trite lines, smart mouth... moreIf there’s one indisputable truth in this world, it’s that men like Bram Galloway are pure trouble.And if there’s one indisputable tragedy…it’s that they’re impossible to resist.I’m Kennedy, the new owner of Hillford Taphouse.When I greet my employees, I don’t expect the arrogant bartender in a hoodie and sunglasses to be the same guy I stupidly fooled around with a few weeks ago. Guess I’m just lucky, that way.Bram is everything I can’t stand in a person: big ego, trite lines, smart mouth. Firing him is long overdue.Too bad I can’t. Not without looking petty, at least.We may have only met once, but I know he loves bets. So I make him one—a countdown. If he can get himself together and stay that way for thirty days…I’ll keep him.I’m quick to elaborate: keep him on the staff.But, as the countdown grows smaller…I’m not so sure that's what I meant.* * *At my best friend’s wedding, Kennedy Flynn shot me down. Brutally.Then, almost instantly, she changed her mind—so she’s got a lot of nerve acting like I’m the only one dying for another long night in a dark room. Especially after the night I gave her.I don’t care that she’s my boss. I don’t care that she hates me.I want her.And before this countdown even ends—I’m going to get her.* * *The Bartender’s Countdown is a standalone romance with an HEA and no cliffhanger. It is the fourth book in the Now Entering Hillford series by Piper Lennox.Now Entering Hillford (Suggested Reading Order):The Midwife’s PlaylistThe Carpenter’s WeddingThe Poet’s CookbookThe Bartender’s CountdownThe Hawthorne’s GirlPlease be advised: this novel contains intimate scenes some readers may not find suitable. less

The first time I met Gentry Hawthorne, there weren’t sparks flying. No silly fantasies, no lust. I was in love, plain and simple.With his little brother.I’m Caroline: the girl Hillford still whispers about.Being a teen mom garners enough rumors and stares. Add in a car accident that claims the life of your fiancé and father of your child, and… yeah: your name’s never leaving their lips.Five years ago, the Hawthornes packed up and left town before Bennett’s grave could sprout one blade of grass... moreThe first time I met Gentry Hawthorne, there weren’t sparks flying. No silly fantasies, no lust. I was in love, plain and simple.With his little brother.I’m Caroline: the girl Hillford still whispers about.Being a teen mom garners enough rumors and stares. Add in a car accident that claims the life of your fiancé and father of your child, and… yeah: your name’s never leaving their lips.Five years ago, the Hawthornes packed up and left town before Bennett’s grave could sprout one blade of grass. Not that I blame them. Much.Then his brother Gentry turns up on my doorstep, saying he wants to know his nephew.He wants to know me.Now the town’s got something new to talk about: rumor has it I’m dating another Hawthorne. That I love how much he loves my son. That I’m falling for him, one starry night at a time.But that’s all it is: a rumor.And there’s no way in hell I’m letting it come true.* * *From the moment we met, I knew Caroline McLean was damn near perfect for me.The second moment: I knew she was one-hundred percent off-limits.Neither fact has changed. Returning to Hillford isn’t about Caroline, though — it’s a mission. Cathartic. A journey to ease some of this guilt for abandoning my brother’s kid.But the longer I’m here, the more I realize the kid’s not the one who needs me. As hard as it was to look at him and see my brother’s face… he’s not the reason I left.It was her. I couldn’t trust myself to stay away.Turns out that hasn’t changed, either.* * *The Hawthorne’s Girl is a standalone romance with an HEA and no cliffhanger. It is the fifth and final book in the Now Entering Hillford series by Piper Lennox.Now Entering Hillford (Suggested Reading Order):The Midwife’s PlaylistThe Carpenter’s WeddingThe Poet’s CookbookThe Bartender’s CountdownThe Hawthorne’s GirlPlease be advised: this novel contains intimate scenes some readers may not find suitable. less