CTU Eagles Series by Alexis Buxton

Self-destruction is her middle name, hiding her traumatic past is her game. Brynn Wilder is a carefree junior at Central Texas University where she’s living a life without consequences — partying and promiscuity. She returns to her hometown, after months away, while there her past trauma is exposed after years of keeping it buried. Her best friend, Quinton Boyd, is there to comfort her. But when he says yes to a crazy dare, their relationship is forced to change... moreSelf-destruction is her middle name, hiding her traumatic past is her game. Brynn Wilder is a carefree junior at Central Texas University where she’s living a life without consequences — partying and promiscuity. She returns to her hometown, after months away, while there her past trauma is exposed after years of keeping it buried. Her best friend, Quinton Boyd, is there to comfort her. But when he says yes to a crazy dare, their relationship is forced to change. Quinton Boyd is an easy-going, focused, top-athlete on campus where his entire world revolves around his only love — football. He’s forced to constantly weigh his options on entering the NFL Draft early, which has always been his dream. But like with all dreams, they can easily change. One night. One dare. One moment and life as they knew it changed. But are emotions too damaged for them to move forward? The Late Hit is a dual POV emotional college football romance. This friends-to-lovers romance has steam, tension, and adult content. less

One holiday season, twelve chances to get her fling-turned-roommate to fall in love with the Christmas spirit…and her.Macy Miller loves two things: love and the holidays. But after dating has constantly crushed her, Macy swears off relationships, and finding love, during her junior year at Central Texas University.Or so she thinks…Gregg Carlton hates two things: not being able to play golf and the holidays... moreOne holiday season, twelve chances to get her fling-turned-roommate to fall in love with the Christmas spirit…and her.Macy Miller loves two things: love and the holidays. But after dating has constantly crushed her, Macy swears off relationships, and finding love, during her junior year at Central Texas University.Or so she thinks…Gregg Carlton hates two things: not being able to play golf and the holidays. Growing up the only child of two workaholic parents, the holidays were just another day spent at home, typically alone. Gregg’s sudden health scare has him questioning life as he knows it during his junior year at CTU when he finds himself sidelined from the golf team.When one day of golf scrambles their plans, Gregg finds himself living with the girl he’s been casually seeing.Will Macy be able to make Gregg a believer in the Christmas spirit? Or will her love for the holidays turn him away? less

In the midst of college life, where dreams intermingle with uncertainty, Chloe Mariano finds herself thrust into a world far removed from her comfort zone of books and solitude: baseball. A quiet wallflower with a haunted past, Chloe seeks solace in romance novels and hours spent in the kitchen. As a dedicated member of the university newspaper staff, she dreams of landing the coveted main feature this semester, armed with ambition and a passion for storytelling.However, fate has other plans... moreIn the midst of college life, where dreams intermingle with uncertainty, Chloe Mariano finds herself thrust into a world far removed from her comfort zone of books and solitude: baseball. A quiet wallflower with a haunted past, Chloe seeks solace in romance novels and hours spent in the kitchen. As a dedicated member of the university newspaper staff, she dreams of landing the coveted main feature this semester, armed with ambition and a passion for storytelling.However, fate has other plans.When her professor unexpectedly assigns her to cover the university’s baseball season, Chloe reluctantly steps onto the field, her notepad ready as she captures the essence of the game while guarding her heart.Enter Cody Jacobs, a man who exudes confidence with a swagger in his step and a grin that charms everyone he meets. Despite his reputation as a playboy, Cody's every move drips with self-assurance. Yet beneath his suave exterior lies a turbulent sea of emotional and mental abuse. His passion for baseball burns bright, propelling him with the drive to be the best, his sole love revolving around the game.As Cody navigates the highs and lows of college baseball, he must confront his vulnerabilities and insecurities, realizing that true strength lies not in cockiness, but in the depth of his feelings. Alongside Chloe, whose own past wounds remain hidden, they're forced to confront their demons, heal old wounds, and rewrite their story.In a world where secrets flourish and second chances are rare, Cody and Chloe must summon the courage to embrace truth and healing, one inning at a time.The Change Up is an interconnected standalone in the CTU Eagles series while it can be read alone, it is highly recommended to read in order as some characters and storylines are interwoven. This is an emotional, dual POV, slow burn, frenemies-to-lovers, forced proximity romance novel filled with angst, tension, and adult content. Please check the trigger warnings on my website. less

One Escape. One Protector. One Dangerous Secret. A sudden transfer to Central Texas University was never part of Bret Campbell’s plan, but she’s determined to view the move as a fresh start away from her traumatic past. That is...until she finds herself on the doorstep of her new apartment and realizes the football players she's now rooming with aren't just any football players, but her brother's teammates on the team her dad coaches... moreOne Escape. One Protector. One Dangerous Secret. A sudden transfer to Central Texas University was never part of Bret Campbell’s plan, but she’s determined to view the move as a fresh start away from her traumatic past. That is...until she finds herself on the doorstep of her new apartment and realizes the football players she's now rooming with aren't just any football players, but her brother's teammates on the team her dad coaches. Coming off a record season, tight-end Crew Riggsby expects this year to be smooth sailing, full of class, football, and partying. But all those plans go up in smoke when Bret Campbell arrives on his doorstep and blindsides him. After briefly meeting the year before, they formed a long-distance friendship that quickly became more for Crew. Now, she’s his roommate and entirely off-limits. Still, they can’t ignore their undeniable chemistry, and Crew struggles to navigate his desire to protect her while maintaining their unspoken boundaries. But as their love blooms in secret, and Bret finds safety she's yearned for, her past closes in. As danger looms and secrets unravel, Bret and Crew will discover if their connection can withstand the storm or if the past will unravel their chance at happiness. The Pass Protection is book 3 in the CTU Eagles series: a series of interconnected standalones following a group of friends as they navigate college life, sports, deciding their futures, and falling in love. They do not need to be read in order, but you will gain glimpses of future characters/couples in each book. less

He’s spent years loving her quietly. Now she’s back, and this time, he won’t let fear—or a baby that isn’t his—stand in the way.Savannah Holycross never planned to settle down young.Haunted by childhood abandonment and armed with fierce independence, she spent college chasing dreams and keeping her heart safely guarded, especially from Grant Campbell. Their connection was undeniable, but she never let it become something real... moreHe’s spent years loving her quietly. Now she’s back, and this time, he won’t let fear—or a baby that isn’t his—stand in the way.Savannah Holycross never planned to settle down young.Haunted by childhood abandonment and armed with fierce independence, she spent college chasing dreams and keeping her heart safely guarded, especially from Grant Campbell. Their connection was undeniable, but she never let it become something real.Now she’s back for her final semester—pregnant, alone, and doing her best to hold it all together.Grant’s a rookie assistant coach under his father’s football program, trying to prove himself while staying out of trouble. But when he hears Savannah’s in a situation she shouldn’t have to face alone, his hero instincts kick in. He offers her a safe place to stay until the baby comes and she finds her footing.Until one tiny lie changes everything.They’ve spent years in the in between—too scared, stubborn, and broken to admit what was always there. Now, with everything on the line, Savannah and Grant have one last chance to rewrite their story. Because sometimes love isn’t about perfect timing—it’s about choosing to fight for what matters, no matter the obstacles.The Game Plan is book four in the CTU Eagles series: a collection of interconnected standalones following a group of college students who have formed a strong family as they navigate studies, sports, and falling in love. Each book can be read on its own, but reading them in order will give you glimpses of future characters and couples as they grow together throughout the series. less