Lakeshore Series by Jayla Talbot

After divorcing her cheating husband Sophie Prescott is trying to carve out a new life for herself in the small town of Lakeshore, Michigan. Away from the obligations and expectations of her affluent upbringing. She doesn’t want another man in her life. But when her best friend’s brother, a sexy firefighter, sets his sights on her, Sophie finds it hard to resist.Raised by his grandparents after his own died in a car accident Luc Rossi has only ever wanted one thing. A family of his own... moreAfter divorcing her cheating husband Sophie Prescott is trying to carve out a new life for herself in the small town of Lakeshore, Michigan. Away from the obligations and expectations of her affluent upbringing. She doesn’t want another man in her life. But when her best friend’s brother, a sexy firefighter, sets his sights on her, Sophie finds it hard to resist.Raised by his grandparents after his own died in a car accident Luc Rossi has only ever wanted one thing. A family of his own. He knows love exists. Real love. True love. He’s seen it and he wants it for himself. But when he falls for Sophie she only agrees to give him one night.But what happens when one night turns out to have more consequences than they expected?Will Luc be able to convince Sophie that what they have is real or will she continue to run from him?Falling for Her Dreams is a standalone small town romance with an HEA.Though the overall tone is lighthearted please check the author's note for some content warnings. less

Aiden Evan’s had the perfect life. A job he loved, a beautiful wife to come home to. But one night it was all taken from him. He was left with nothing. Now he spends his days solving other people’s problems as the owner of a security firm. Work gives him a reason to keep moving forward, even if knows it’s all he’ll ever have.Alison Matthew’s life changed forever the day she was attacked. She could no longer be the soft, sweet girl who dreamed of singing professionally. Now she had to be strong... moreAiden Evan’s had the perfect life. A job he loved, a beautiful wife to come home to. But one night it was all taken from him. He was left with nothing. Now he spends his days solving other people’s problems as the owner of a security firm. Work gives him a reason to keep moving forward, even if knows it’s all he’ll ever have.Alison Matthew’s life changed forever the day she was attacked. She could no longer be the soft, sweet girl who dreamed of singing professionally. Now she had to be strong. Never showing any sign of weakness. Never letting anyone in. It kept her safe for five years. It’s also kept her alone.When it turns out Alison’s attack wasn’t random her brother hires Aiden to find out who’s stalking her. She knows she shouldn’t want him. He’s her brother’s friend. He’s too sexy, too strong. But she can’t ignore the sparks between them. She’s not meant for a relationship. She’s too broken for that. But maybe she could trust him with her body.Aiden knows he should ignore their attraction. His job is to keep her safe. He can’t be what she needs. He can’t love her. He no longer has a heart to give.But what if he’s the only man who can light her fire?Protecting Her Fire is a standalone small town romantic suspense with an HEA.Though the overall tone is lighthearted please see the author's note for content warnings. less

Gabe and Sloane’s friendship was formed when they realized they had the same philosophy on relationships and sex...One time was more than enough. They’d long ago decided their friendship was more important than that.But one kiss changes everything.Gabe Diaz rejected the legacy laid out for him by his hotelier father. Instead, he became a cop in a small town in Michigan where his grandfather lives. He didn’t need his family or their money to fulfill his ambition in life... moreGabe and Sloane’s friendship was formed when they realized they had the same philosophy on relationships and sex...One time was more than enough. They’d long ago decided their friendship was more important than that.But one kiss changes everything.Gabe Diaz rejected the legacy laid out for him by his hotelier father. Instead, he became a cop in a small town in Michigan where his grandfather lives. He didn’t need his family or their money to fulfill his ambition in life.Born the only child to a drug addict Sloane Palmer clawed her way out of that dark hole. Everything she has in life was earned by her determination and sweat. She wouldn’t let anyone close enough to destroy the happiness she created. But when a brother she didn't know about shows up, Sloane will do anything to protect him. Even when it looks like trouble followed him to town.****Discovering Her Love is a stand-alone small town romance with an HEA in the Lakeshores Series. The series can be read in any order.Though the overall tone is lighthearted, please check the author's note for some content warnings. less