Sultry Summer Series by Laura John

When the sun goes down, it only gets hotter. Tessa: I told myself I’d never return to Summersville, NC. Or fall for another man. I would keep my walls up and my head down and do whatever it takes to get back on my feet. It only takes one kiss and a pair of mesmerizing dimples to turn my plans upside down. I want to let him in, but I’m scared... moreWhen the sun goes down, it only gets hotter. Tessa: I told myself I’d never return to Summersville, NC. Or fall for another man. I would keep my walls up and my head down and do whatever it takes to get back on my feet. It only takes one kiss and a pair of mesmerizing dimples to turn my plans upside down. I want to let him in, but I’m scared. How can I trust again after so many men have left scars on my heart? Maddox: When I moved to Summersville, I was given a fresh start and a chance to be anonymous. No one here knows who I am or that my father is a country music legend and I plan to keep it that way. I’ve thrown myself into my business, deciding I don’t need a relationship. I’m perfectly happy on my own. That is until a woman with curves to die for moves in next door and makes me want things I never knew I needed. I soon learn the walls around her heart are built even higher than mine. Can we both open up enough to give love a chance or are our hearts too guarded to get past each other’s defenses?Long Summer Nights is a low angst, steamy, small town, contemporary romance. less

Sometimes you can go home again.𝘊𝘏𝘜𝘊𝘒The hope of a serious relationship was fleeting. Random hook-ups, a few decent conversations, and the occasional drink is all I was ever willing to give, but it got lonely. Finally deciding to go out on a limb, I take my dating app a bit more seriously and meet someone great. There were no expectations, no judgements. Just pure heartfelt talks and the idea of something great... moreSometimes you can go home again.𝘊𝘏𝘜𝘊𝘒The hope of a serious relationship was fleeting. Random hook-ups, a few decent conversations, and the occasional drink is all I was ever willing to give, but it got lonely. Finally deciding to go out on a limb, I take my dating app a bit more seriously and meet someone great. There were no expectations, no judgements. Just pure heartfelt talks and the idea of something great. Only, when I finally meet the man in person, I realize it’s not the stranger I thought. Simon was my best friend growing up. We spent every summer together and formed a bond I thought was unbreakable until he left. Now he’s back, threatening to steal my heart all over again. Even worse? He’s working alongside me in the bakery. As much as I want to give in, I’m not sure I can. He knows me better than I know myself, but I don’t want to be hurt again. 𝘚𝘐𝘔𝘖𝘕 Coming back to Summersville I didn’t have much hope for anything other than landing a decent job, helping my sister with the home we inherited, and taking things easy. But when I meet a man on a dating app, I realize Summersville could potentially hold more for me. Our conversation was easy and something about him felt so familiar. When I finally meet him in person, I know exactly why. Chuck was the one for me, only I left before we could take the final step. Now being back, I’m ready to remind him of all the love we used to share, but he doesn’t seem so willing. After some time, I finally start to break down the walls he’s built around him, but the universe has other plans. Tragedy comes knocking and I’m forced to make the decision to stay or leave again. This time I don’t think Chuck will wait for me though.If you like second chance romances with small town nosey neighbors and spicy m/m love that is guaranteed to melt your kindle, then this book is for you! less

Age is just a number... or is it?JAXGrowing up, I had it all. I never had to want for anything. Everything was great, and I had a family who cared. But getting tangled up with the wrong crowd ruined that.For years, I lived in addiction, battling the constant need for my next hit and doing shady things. Someone saw more than that wasted addict and helped me get my life back together.With dedication and sheer hard work, I'm finally in a good place. At forty, I own a bar... moreAge is just a number... or is it?JAXGrowing up, I had it all. I never had to want for anything. Everything was great, and I had a family who cared. But getting tangled up with the wrong crowd ruined that.For years, I lived in addiction, battling the constant need for my next hit and doing shady things. Someone saw more than that wasted addict and helped me get my life back together.With dedication and sheer hard work, I'm finally in a good place. At forty, I own a bar. My bar and my employees are what keep me focused. I let nothing come between me and what I treasure.Until a small man with light and sass threatens everything I believe. When Kev comes into the picture, though, I realize sometimes addiction and obsession are one in the same.He works his way into the very fiber of my being, burrows in my soul. I’m starting to feel things I thought I had buried years ago coming back to the surface. I want him, but he’s twenty-one years younger than me, and everything I’m not…KEVINMy plans are set. The moment I turn 18, I am off to see anything outside this small NC town. I'd escape the sleepy closed minds and search for acceptance and love elsewhere. Funny thing about declaring plans, sometimes the universe has other ideas.Despite myself, I find love, support and even a family amid the small-town community. Finding my forever family, I realized I can’t leave. They are helping me grow and be the person I want to be.Growing my wings, I find Jax. Grumpy, no nonsense silver fox bar owner. He’s my opposite–cold, brooding, and distant. But something about him draws me in. Unfortunately, he wants nothing to do with me because of my age. Or maybe because our courtship started with a lie.Once he finally lets his guard down and pulls his head out of his ass, we start to explore our relationship. Just as everything starts leading in the direction, we both want, our fresh romance is turned on its head.Can I keep Jax beside me, or are we bound to break apart?**Summer Dreams talks about some sensitive subjects if you would like to learn more about this you can find the information on the author's website. less