Greetings from Tuckerville Series by J. Nichole

Small towns have a welcoming, comforting feel to them. At least that's what it looks like in the movies.When Lexi Mason experienced devastating heartbreak, she needed a change. Tuckerville, a small town, offered a remote work program and she applied. She thought the small town would be the change she needed away from her life in the city, away from her ex.Ivan Mathis was a successful fitness trainer, in Turner City... moreSmall towns have a welcoming, comforting feel to them. At least that's what it looks like in the movies.When Lexi Mason experienced devastating heartbreak, she needed a change. Tuckerville, a small town, offered a remote work program and she applied. She thought the small town would be the change she needed away from her life in the city, away from her ex.Ivan Mathis was a successful fitness trainer, in Turner City. But when his mom called pleading with him to return to Tuckerville, to help revitalize it, he was on board to help save the small town.Neither of them expected that the welcoming, small-town would give them their biggest challenges, or their sweetest rewards. less

In a small town, everybody's business, is everybody's business -- including who you are sleeping with. For Shay Lee, that's a problem because relationships are out of the question for her. She's too busy running her hair salon and taking care of her sick mother to have a blossoming relationship. But she still has needs. Avery Gore is willing to fulfill her needs because he isn't looking for a relationship. He lost the one woman in his life who had his entire heart... moreIn a small town, everybody's business, is everybody's business -- including who you are sleeping with. For Shay Lee, that's a problem because relationships are out of the question for her. She's too busy running her hair salon and taking care of her sick mother to have a blossoming relationship. But she still has needs. Avery Gore is willing to fulfill her needs because he isn't looking for a relationship. He lost the one woman in his life who had his entire heart. He isn't willing to face loss like that again. But with the town talking, can they deny their true feelings for each other? less

After a season-ending knee injury, the last place Nate wanted to be was his small hometown of Tuckerville. And he certainly didn't want to show up to her yoga class to help him heal his mind. But then her calm voice, as she asked, "Can I help you adjust?" before her soft hand rested on his forearm had him thinking maybe his agent was right, maybe he did need to breathe. There wasn't anything or anybody Aria was willing to let interrupt her peace... moreAfter a season-ending knee injury, the last place Nate wanted to be was his small hometown of Tuckerville. And he certainly didn't want to show up to her yoga class to help him heal his mind. But then her calm voice, as she asked, "Can I help you adjust?" before her soft hand rested on his forearm had him thinking maybe his agent was right, maybe he did need to breathe. There wasn't anything or anybody Aria was willing to let interrupt her peace. Not her well-paying career, and the promise of more money. And definitely not him -- an NBA All-Star with a stick up his... At least that's what she repeated to herself as she watched his muscles form into different poses. Not him. less

“If we are single at 40, let's get married.”That's the pact Janice should have had with Ben, her best friend since high school. But she didn't because he was her best friend, and only her best friend. Honestly. Yeah, she thought he was sexy, he always made her laugh, and she could count on him for just about anything. But dating him? That was never a thought that crossed her mind.Ben tried rekindling his love with his ex-girlfriend, after years of being apart... more“If we are single at 40, let's get married.”That's the pact Janice should have had with Ben, her best friend since high school. But she didn't because he was her best friend, and only her best friend. Honestly. Yeah, she thought he was sexy, he always made her laugh, and she could count on him for just about anything. But dating him? That was never a thought that crossed her mind.Ben tried rekindling his love with his ex-girlfriend, after years of being apart.She was beautiful, had a caring spirit, and was familiar. Oh, and she was the mother to his fourteen-year-old daughter. Trying with her wasn't right though. It didn't take long for him to realize, everything that was wrong with his ex, was right with Janice.But when he admits that to Janice, will she forego their friendship, in favor of more?Content Warning: This story includes details around pregnancy loss. I acknowledge that this detail may be difficult. I also encourage you to care for your safety and well-being. less

How do you tell your best friend you are in love with her little brother?It wasn’t exactly love, at first, for Maria. For years, Daniel was always just her best friend’s little brother. Then as they got older, he got sexier and more charming. Charming, just like the guys in the romance books she loved to read.Daniel wasn’t interested in anything serious. His business made him believe falling in love wasn’t worth the ultimate loss. Because at Boykins Funeral home, he saw many heartbroken widows... moreHow do you tell your best friend you are in love with her little brother?It wasn’t exactly love, at first, for Maria. For years, Daniel was always just her best friend’s little brother. Then as they got older, he got sexier and more charming. Charming, just like the guys in the romance books she loved to read.Daniel wasn’t interested in anything serious. His business made him believe falling in love wasn’t worth the ultimate loss. Because at Boykins Funeral home, he saw many heartbroken widows.He was sure he’d rather avoid love than suffer loss. less

"Trust me with your vote, and I'll take care of your heart."That should have been her campaign slogan. Because when it came to love, Sharon was at the bottom of the polls. Unfortunately for her, even with her political charm, her love life was failing.But at least she was winning elections.That was until Lee decided to oppose her in the next race. As a divorced, single dad, he had no intentions of being a notable politician... more"Trust me with your vote, and I'll take care of your heart."That should have been her campaign slogan. Because when it came to love, Sharon was at the bottom of the polls. Unfortunately for her, even with her political charm, her love life was failing.But at least she was winning elections.That was until Lee decided to oppose her in the next race. As a divorced, single dad, he had no intentions of being a notable politician. He just knew there were some things he could do better than her - and he wanted to prove it.Neither of them expected that a political debate would be enough to upend the race - and their hearts. less