Nicolet Series by Charlotte Everhart

The best things come in pairs.Summertime in Nicolet has always been idyllic, but for Heidi and Shelly Lakanen, the summer of 1994 brings just a little more than they’ve bargained for. When Steven Davis comes to town, the Lakanen girls know their lives will never be the same, but they have no idea just how much their sisterly bond will be put to the test as a result... moreThe best things come in pairs.Summertime in Nicolet has always been idyllic, but for Heidi and Shelly Lakanen, the summer of 1994 brings just a little more than they’ve bargained for. When Steven Davis comes to town, the Lakanen girls know their lives will never be the same, but they have no idea just how much their sisterly bond will be put to the test as a result. It bends under the strain, but will it break?From the moment he drives into town, Steven Davis can’t shake the sense that something wonderful awaits him in Nicolet. The loneliness of his past fades almost completely as he finds himself embraced by the fun-loving Lakanen clan, but one decision risks the loss of everything (and everyone) he’s come to care about.For Steven and the Lakanen family, it’s a summer of shattered dreams and beautiful surprises. less

Return to Nicolet this holiday season and experience the beauty of second chances.Dr. Leila Molina has dedicated her life to healing others, but for too long her own heart has needed mending. After more than a decade away, Leila returns to the small town of Nicolet, determined to start anew and leave the past behind. Little does she know, her former flame, Jackson Lang, has other plans... moreReturn to Nicolet this holiday season and experience the beauty of second chances.Dr. Leila Molina has dedicated her life to healing others, but for too long her own heart has needed mending. After more than a decade away, Leila returns to the small town of Nicolet, determined to start anew and leave the past behind. Little does she know, her former flame, Jackson Lang, has other plans.Jackson has never gotten over the girl who sent him tumbling head-first into the Whitefish River that summer day long ago. Desperate to win her back, he embarks on a mission to make Leila believe in the power of true love again. With a little Christmas magic and help from family and friends, he just might succeed.Will Leila have the courage to open her heart to Jackson once more?A Time and a Season is a cozy second-chance romance that will warm your heart. Read it today! less

Elena Torres has always chased "someday"—that elusive moment when life finally settles, when roots take hold, and love lasts longer than a few moon cycles. But after a public, humiliating breakup with a notorious playboy, her carefully constructed dreams of stability feel further away than ever. Now, juggling a teaching job and a secret bartending gig to save for a home of her own, the last thing Elena needs is more chaos... moreElena Torres has always chased "someday"—that elusive moment when life finally settles, when roots take hold, and love lasts longer than a few moon cycles. But after a public, humiliating breakup with a notorious playboy, her carefully constructed dreams of stability feel further away than ever. Now, juggling a teaching job and a secret bartending gig to save for a home of her own, the last thing Elena needs is more chaos. But that’s exactly what happens when a fender bender with her exacting boss, school superintendent Gabriel Wright, throws her perfectly planned life—and her guarded heart—into exhilarating disarray.Gabriel Wright lives by a meticulous schedule, a fortress built to protect his six-year-old daughter, Lexi, and his own grieving heart. Since losing Lexi's mother, his world revolves around order and responsibility, leaving little room for spontaneity—or messy emotions. But Lexi, once vibrant, has retreated into a world of "sparkle families" and quiet sadness. When Gabe, desperate for a nanny who can reach his daughter, offers Elena the job, he knows it’s a risk. He's drawn to her free spirit, but her chaotic charm threatens to unravel the carefully ordered life he’s fought so hard to maintain.As summer unfolds, Elena’s warmth and laughter coax Lexi back to life, and a deeper connection sparks between her and Gabe. But with a vindictive ex lurking, professional threats looming, and the unexpected challenges of building a future from the ashes of the past, Elena and Gabe must decide if the love blooming between them is worth fighting for. Can two people from different worlds, each carrying their own burdens, finally find a true home in one another?If you love stories about found family, unexpected love, and the journey to belonging, you won’t want to miss this heartfelt romance. Dive into Elena and Gabe’s story today! This is a feel-good, closed-door, and small-town romance with minimal mild language. less