Second Chances in Hollywood Series by Mimi Francis

Living in Hollywood, Chris Chandler has just about everything that he could ever dream of: a People’s Choice Award, lead actor in an acclaimed television series, anything and everything money could buy. Most people would be happy with all of that, but not Chris. As Hollywood’s most eligible bachelor, it is difficult to find the one person he wants to spend the rest of his life with, especially living under the constant scrutiny of the paparazzi... moreLiving in Hollywood, Chris Chandler has just about everything that he could ever dream of: a People’s Choice Award, lead actor in an acclaimed television series, anything and everything money could buy. Most people would be happy with all of that, but not Chris. As Hollywood’s most eligible bachelor, it is difficult to find the one person he wants to spend the rest of his life with, especially living under the constant scrutiny of the paparazzi. Every relationship he’s had with a woman--from friends only to dating to semi-serious--gets dissected until there’s nothing left. What he needs now, what he wants, is something with no strings attached.Sofia Larson is not your typical escort. She works for Private Lives, a company where the women they employ and the men that seek their company sign contracts, swearing themselves to silence and secrecy. What happens with each encounter is up to Sofia; while companionship is a guarantee, sex is not. Having an obscene amount of bills to pay, Sofia is only in it for the money. Her motto is "Don’t get involved, don’t get emotional, and don’t bring the job home."And then she meets Chris Chandler. less

Protecting her is the hardest thing he’s ever done.Alex Peters is Primetime Security’s best bodyguard. He has what it takes to protect even the most difficult people. He has worked for major celebrities like his brother Caleb, and hotshot actor Chris Chandler. His latest assignment is a big-name actress who has been receiving death threats. She has a reputation for being stubborn, snotty, and a diva. She also has an uncanny resemblance to his dead wife.Miranda Putnam is used to getting her way... moreProtecting her is the hardest thing he’s ever done.Alex Peters is Primetime Security’s best bodyguard. He has what it takes to protect even the most difficult people. He has worked for major celebrities like his brother Caleb, and hotshot actor Chris Chandler. His latest assignment is a big-name actress who has been receiving death threats. She has a reputation for being stubborn, snotty, and a diva. She also has an uncanny resemblance to his dead wife.Miranda Putnam is used to getting her way. She doesn’t need protection and she doesn’t want it. She’s not afraid of a bunch of stupid death threats. She just wants to be left alone to live her life without being told what to do. Especially not by her incredibly annoying and incredibly handsome bodyguard, Alex Peters.Death threats, shootings, and crazy stalkers are scary enough, but will Alex’s attraction to Miranda put her in even more danger?Trigger Warnings for stalking, kidnapping, and death. less

What's the ultimate recipe for love? Baking, books, and the sexiest man alive.Holly Wright’s combination bakery/bookstore is struggling. Despite her unique business concept and prime location off Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, the customers just aren't coming. Holly worries if something doesn’t change soon, she’ll have to close for good. Then the world’s hottest actor fell through her front door.Caleb Peters is the most sought after celebrity in the world. He’s the guy every woman wants... moreWhat's the ultimate recipe for love? Baking, books, and the sexiest man alive.Holly Wright’s combination bakery/bookstore is struggling. Despite her unique business concept and prime location off Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, the customers just aren't coming. Holly worries if something doesn’t change soon, she’ll have to close for good. Then the world’s hottest actor fell through her front door.Caleb Peters is the most sought after celebrity in the world. He’s the guy every woman wants. His life is on an upward trajectory and he’s having a blast taking it all in. If only the paparazzi would give him a break and butt out of his love life. Hoping to impress Holly at The Bookish Bakery, he convinces her to let him use her shop for a private party. But can he convince her there’s more to him than being famous?This party could mean a second chance for Holly's floundering business, but even as her attraction to the charming man grows, she's certain getting any closer to him would lead straight to heartache. Will the bookworm baker let Caleb into her heart or is this unexpected romance actually a recipe for disaster? less