Finding Home Series by Tisa Matthews

I’m sitting at my gate, about to board a plane headed somewhere I wasn’t prepared for until an hour ago. My thoughts are so loud that I nearly miss the boarding call.I wonder if someone can have everything you need, if one person can check every single box for you. Part of me thinks it's more about having a list of non-negotiables and picking the person who has as many of them as possible... moreI’m sitting at my gate, about to board a plane headed somewhere I wasn’t prepared for until an hour ago. My thoughts are so loud that I nearly miss the boarding call.I wonder if someone can have everything you need, if one person can check every single box for you. Part of me thinks it's more about having a list of non-negotiables and picking the person who has as many of them as possible. Right now I’m choosing between the one that makes me feel like I’m home and the one that makes me feel like I’m free. One is comfortable and happy while the other is intense and full of undeniable chemistry. Maybe all of this would be easier if I figured out what I was going to do with my life before deciding who I’m going to do it with.I never expected that my best friend encouraging me to live my senior year of college to the fullest would lead me to this fork in the road. I’ve already learned far too quickly how much life can change when you take a chance.And now, I have to make a decision. less

I don’t date—never have, never will. People who fall in love always end up losing themselves, and I’m not going anywhere. When I kissed Troy Bolton, it wasn’t supposed to turn into anything. It was a fun way to kick off the new year—nothing more. But this guy can’t seem to take a hint, and for whatever reason, I can’t get him out of my head. Lexy Vale has me rethinking casual hookups... moreI don’t date—never have, never will. People who fall in love always end up losing themselves, and I’m not going anywhere. When I kissed Troy Bolton, it wasn’t supposed to turn into anything. It was a fun way to kick off the new year—nothing more. But this guy can’t seem to take a hint, and for whatever reason, I can’t get him out of my head. Lexy Vale has me rethinking casual hookups. That’s all I’ve wanted since I moved to LA, but after she kissed me on New Year’s Eve, I knew casual wasn’t enough. She only wants sex, but I’m determined to prove we could be something more. Our similar pasts may be what built walls around our hearts, but our mutual understanding of each other might be what crumbles them. I know she can see we’d be great together, but is that enough for her to give us a chance? I Love You, So What? Is the second book in the Finding Home series but can be read as a standalone. less

Cooper Montgomery had his future mapped out–until he realized the girl next door was the one thing missing. He and Sophie Porter have been inseparable since childhood, but as Cooper heads off to college two years before her, he questions if their friendship should be more.Sophie Porter has always been a dreamer, getting lost in fictional worlds rather than facing reality... moreCooper Montgomery had his future mapped out–until he realized the girl next door was the one thing missing. He and Sophie Porter have been inseparable since childhood, but as Cooper heads off to college two years before her, he questions if their friendship should be more.Sophie Porter has always been a dreamer, getting lost in fictional worlds rather than facing reality. But after exploring her feelings for Cooper, she discovers a love deeper than their childhood friendship that’s impossible to ignore.When their age difference becomes an obstacle, their sweet romance turns bitter. Sophie’s convinced they need to chart their own paths before rediscovering each other. As she searches for direction, Cooper seizes the opportunity to prove love and adventure can go hand in hand, and that being in a relationship doesn’t have to mean missing out.Can they navigate their differences and beat the odds, or will their friendship crumble under the strain of heartache?Can We Just Be Happy Now? is a dual timeline, spicy, friends to lovers college romance, navigating the highs and lows of young love and growing up. Read it as the third book in the Finding Home series or as a standalone romance. less

Brooke Fields will do just about anything to avoid going home to her mother’s unsolicited match-making—that’s why she’s been in Thailand for three years. Before she sets off on her next adventure, a vacation in Oregon takes an unexpected twist when a friend introduces her to bar owner and secret millionaire, Marcus Cole... moreBrooke Fields will do just about anything to avoid going home to her mother’s unsolicited match-making—that’s why she’s been in Thailand for three years. Before she sets off on her next adventure, a vacation in Oregon takes an unexpected twist when a friend introduces her to bar owner and secret millionaire, Marcus Cole.After only a few weeks, this place that was only supposed to be a pit stop on her journey starts to feel like home—but with limited space in the house, she doesn’t want to overstay her welcome. Marcus Cole is a simple man, despite his bank account suggesting otherwise. After hiring Brooke, the two not only find a way to work well together in business but also discover they have more in common than all of Marcus’ failed coffee dates combined. And when Brooke can no longer avoid the dreaded trip back to her parents, Marcus agrees to accompany her—as her fake boyfriend. Once their chemistry becomes impossible to ignore, will Brooke keep her vow to never again get tied up with a wealthy man, or will Marcus become the exception to her rule? Tied Up In Riches is the fourth and final book of the Finding Home series. For the best experience (and to avoid spoilers), the series should be read in order. However, this book can be read as a standalone. less