Dogwood Cove Series by Julia Jarrett

He’s my childhood best friend’s older brother, a man I haven’t seen in eighteen years.But while I was gone, Ethan Monroe went from the boy I knew to the seriously hot mayor of our small town. I’m talking plaid-wearing, scruff-bearing, panty-melting gorgeous.The thing is, I didn’t come back to Dogwood Cove to date. I’m only here to deal with my estranged father’s will and figure out what to do with the run-down beachfront resort he decided to leave me... moreHe’s my childhood best friend’s older brother, a man I haven’t seen in eighteen years.But while I was gone, Ethan Monroe went from the boy I knew to the seriously hot mayor of our small town. I’m talking plaid-wearing, scruff-bearing, panty-melting gorgeous.The thing is, I didn’t come back to Dogwood Cove to date. I’m only here to deal with my estranged father’s will and figure out what to do with the run-down beachfront resort he decided to leave me.The resort needs a lot of work, and Ethan offers to help. He makes a tool belt look good and watching him lift heavy loads is making me wish we were more than just friends. And if the looks he gives me are any indication, that attraction goes both ways.Except I’ve got trust issues that can’t be repaired with a hammer and nails, and my wounded heart is only just beginning to heal.Coming back to Dogwood Cove is exactly what I didn’t know I needed. Risking my new life for a man, for love, feels wrong.But what if Ethan is the reason moving back feels so right? less

We said we wouldn’t fall for each other.Turns out, that was as big of a lie as the relationship everyone thinks we’re having.Jackson Holt is the new vet in town, and he’s exactly the kind of man I would want… If I wanted a man, that is. But I don't. At least not right now. I don’t have the time or the desire to date, not while I’m trying to expand my bakery. Besides, he’s been hurt before, and claims he has no intention of letting anyone into his heart... moreWe said we wouldn’t fall for each other.Turns out, that was as big of a lie as the relationship everyone thinks we’re having.Jackson Holt is the new vet in town, and he’s exactly the kind of man I would want… If I wanted a man, that is. But I don't. At least not right now. I don’t have the time or the desire to date, not while I’m trying to expand my bakery. Besides, he’s been hurt before, and claims he has no intention of letting anyone into his heart. We can be friends, and just ignore the rumours that fly about there being more to it than that.Except my friends think I’m lonely, and his boss wants him to set down roots before offering him a promotion. So why not turn our friendship into something that benefits us both, without any of the hassle of actually being in a relationship?But what happens when fake dating turns into real feelings?A real mess. And maybe, also the start of real love... less

On the eighth day of Christmas my true love was the only maid a milking….Except Abby Martin is no milkmaid, even if I do find her hanging out with cows a lot.And she isn’t my true love. Is she? She’s mother of one of my students and should be off limits. But I can’t seem to stay away from her. Even if we have to keep it a secret at first, our chemistry needs to be explored and under the mistletoe seems the perfect place to do just that... moreOn the eighth day of Christmas my true love was the only maid a milking….Except Abby Martin is no milkmaid, even if I do find her hanging out with cows a lot.And she isn’t my true love. Is she? She’s mother of one of my students and should be off limits. But I can’t seem to stay away from her. Even if we have to keep it a secret at first, our chemistry needs to be explored and under the mistletoe seems the perfect place to do just that.But when things start to get real, I’ve got my work cut out for me proving to Abby and her daughter that this Christmas, we might all get the gift of love. less

Forced to share an AirBNB with a hot guy? CheckThat hot guy being my new boss? Check.The fact that my hot boss clearly doesn’t want me here? You guessed it, check.Landing the interior design job at Finn McNeil’s new winery in Dogwood Cove is supposed to be my fresh start. Let’s just say things aren’t going as planned. Finn clearly doesn’t want my help, questioning my design choices at every turn. He’s grumpy, stubborn, and annoyingly sexy... moreForced to share an AirBNB with a hot guy? CheckThat hot guy being my new boss? Check.The fact that my hot boss clearly doesn’t want me here? You guessed it, check.Landing the interior design job at Finn McNeil’s new winery in Dogwood Cove is supposed to be my fresh start. Let’s just say things aren’t going as planned. Finn clearly doesn’t want my help, questioning my design choices at every turn. He’s grumpy, stubborn, and annoyingly sexy. To top it all off, sharing a house together means running into each other at inopportune times, like when I accidentally see every gorgeous inch of him in the shower, naked.In spite of all that, I’m determined to win him over with my charm and professionalism. Not only do I need this job, but the town has become more than a place to earn a living, it’s become home. Still, I should know better than to let the lines blur between work and play. Neither of us know how to do relationships and this is bound to end in disaster. But what if it turns out to be the perfect blend for love instead? less

Sharing a rental house with a hot guy? CheckFinding out that hot guy is my new boss? Check.My new boss clearly not wanting me there? You guessed it, check.Landing an interior design job at Finn McNeil’s new winery in Dogwood Cove is supposed to be my fresh start. Let’s just say things aren’t going as planned: It’s clear he doesn’t want my help. Not to mention he’s grumpy, stubborn, and annoyingly sexy.But I’m determined to win him over with my charm and professionalism... moreSharing a rental house with a hot guy? CheckFinding out that hot guy is my new boss? Check.My new boss clearly not wanting me there? You guessed it, check.Landing an interior design job at Finn McNeil’s new winery in Dogwood Cove is supposed to be my fresh start. Let’s just say things aren’t going as planned: It’s clear he doesn’t want my help. Not to mention he’s grumpy, stubborn, and annoyingly sexy.But I’m determined to win him over with my charm and professionalism. Not only do I need this job, but this town has become more than a place to earn a living, it’s become home. When we start to blur the lines between work and play, things start to get complicated. Are we headed for disaster, or is this the perfect blend for love? less

My family’s money has never meant anything to me, and the last thing I want is a corporate desk job. Running a bookstore empire? No, thanks. I’m an inked-up adrenaline junkie who loves pushing myself to the limits under an open sky. But when a family tragedy forces me to reconsider my priorities, I cover my tattoos with a suit and tie, and do what I must.My job lands me in Dogwood Cove for a while, where all I want is to keep to myself and fulfill my obligation to my family... moreMy family’s money has never meant anything to me, and the last thing I want is a corporate desk job. Running a bookstore empire? No, thanks. I’m an inked-up adrenaline junkie who loves pushing myself to the limits under an open sky. But when a family tragedy forces me to reconsider my priorities, I cover my tattoos with a suit and tie, and do what I must.My job lands me in Dogwood Cove for a while, where all I want is to keep to myself and fulfill my obligation to my family. I have no intention of pretending to be someone I’m not, much less fall in love.But then I meet Paige.The small town book shop owner is nothing like me. She’s shy and quiet on the outside, but warm and funny once you get to know her. Her subtle beauty and charm soothe my angry, damaged heart. The problem is, if Paige knew who I was, she’d run in the other direction.My emotional scars run deep and the chains of guilt weigh me down, making me less of a man than someone like Paige deserves.And when the truth comes to light, I risk losing the love that could change me forever. less

Leo Talbot and I were high school sweethearts who promised to love each other forever. Until I discovered love is a lie, and that promise was broken.When he shows up in town with his little girl who I can’t help but adore, it’s impossible not to get swept up in the hope of a second chance. And Leo makes it clear he’s determined to break down my walls, rebuild my trust in love, and prove to me that our promise was never really broken... moreLeo Talbot and I were high school sweethearts who promised to love each other forever. Until I discovered love is a lie, and that promise was broken.When he shows up in town with his little girl who I can’t help but adore, it’s impossible not to get swept up in the hope of a second chance. And Leo makes it clear he’s determined to break down my walls, rebuild my trust in love, and prove to me that our promise was never really broken.With years of heartache and pain between us, can I let Leo stand beside me as I face the ghosts of my past? Or will all of the hard lessons I’ve learned, only make me push him away again?Then and Now is perfect for fans of second chance romance, steamy small town love stories, swoony single dads, and close knit friend groups. This book is for readers who want a hint of angst with a lot of spice and a guaranteed HEA for soul mates who find their way back to each other against all odds. This is the fifth and final full length novel in the Dogwood Cove series and can be read as a standalone, although the series is best enjoyed if read in order. less