Veterans of Callenburg Series by Taylor McNiff

A sex trafficking victim and a police officer walk into a gas station... it sounds like a sick joke. Or maybe, just maybe, it'll be the best thing to ever happen to them. Huxley "Huck" Scott just wants a damn cup of coffee. He has too much to deal with already between his demotion to patrol officer, his struggle with his sobriety, and his lingering survivor's guilt. The last thing he needs is another complication. And a complication is exactly what Olly will be... moreA sex trafficking victim and a police officer walk into a gas station... it sounds like a sick joke. Or maybe, just maybe, it'll be the best thing to ever happen to them. Huxley "Huck" Scott just wants a damn cup of coffee. He has too much to deal with already between his demotion to patrol officer, his struggle with his sobriety, and his lingering survivor's guilt. The last thing he needs is another complication. And a complication is exactly what Olly will be. Oliver "Olly" Bradford just wants his ride to hurry the hell up. He has too much to deal with already between the man who he once loved now selling his body without his permission, the latest beating from a not so friendly "client," and the ever-present fear that tomorrow will be the day he dies. The last thing he needs is another complication. And a complication is exactly what Huck will be. When their two worlds collide at the all-hour gas station in town, nothing is safe anymore. After a brutal assault, Olly is placed under police protection in Huck's own house. Olly works with Huck and the authoritites to try and take down the men who have ruined his life. There are lives on the line, one of them the man Olly considers his brother. Huck is trying desperately to rebuild his career. Olly is trying desperately to rebuild himself. Love is the last thing that should be on their minds. Except, both of them have finally figured out how to feel safe again, and that's a hard thing to let go. This book is a m/m romance that is rated Explicit and intended for mature audiences (+18)Content Warning: This book contains scenes that some might find triggering and/or disturbing, as well as explicit sex scenes between the main characters (Huck/Olly). This book deals with heavy topics including, but not limited to, sexual assault of minors and adults, forced prostitution, and physical violence. Some scenes containing sexual assault are depicted in graphic detail.None of the dark material in this novel is glossed over, as I believe it is important to Olly and all other survivors that their stories, no matter how uncomfortable, be heard. Please be prepared and practice self-care when reading Olly’s story. ** there is no violence between the main characters This book is the first in a series of 3. It is the end of Huck and Olly's story, and can be read as a standalone as far as their romance is concerned. The underlying plot of the novel will be continued in books 2 and 3 with other romantic relationships. The ending of the series is a HEA. less

Years ago, Caleb Fitzgerald lost the love of his life. He's never been interested in finding a second one. He's also never been interested in dealing with an annoyingly happy neighbor with too much energy and a seemingly dedicated commitment to be the bane of his existence. Owen Thompson doesn't much care what Fitz wants. He cares about what Fitz needs.But will he be able to get the one man who always runs to finally decide to stay?

Free.Abel is free now. At least, that's what everyone keeps telling him. No more trafficking. No more abuse. He gets to have a happy ending. He can do whatever he wants. Be anything he wants.The world is at his fingertips - and he's never been more terrified.But then Ashton Miller shows up with his gentle smiles and endless patience, calling Abel his 'little wolf' and looking at Abel like he's actually worth something, and Abel doesn't feel quite so afraid anymore.Home... moreFree.Abel is free now. At least, that's what everyone keeps telling him. No more trafficking. No more abuse. He gets to have a happy ending. He can do whatever he wants. Be anything he wants.The world is at his fingertips - and he's never been more terrified.But then Ashton Miller shows up with his gentle smiles and endless patience, calling Abel his 'little wolf' and looking at Abel like he's actually worth something, and Abel doesn't feel quite so afraid anymore.Home.Ashton Miller always thought his end would come in the form of a bullet. He was okay with that. He never really thought he was cut out for more. For a happy ending. For a place or a person to call home. But now he's done. No more private contracts. No more fighting the bad guys. He can do anything he wants. Be anything he wants.The world is at his fingertips - but he doesn't want it.All he wants is Abel.** This is book 3 in a series of 3. It can be read as a standalone, but is best enjoyed after reading books 1 & 2. All books are HEA. less