Better Together Series by R.A. Mariana

July Caerwyn is living her dream as a renowned wedding dress designer. Her life takes an unexpected turn when a fire destroys her boutique. An unexpected message leads her to fall in love with a customer, igniting a passionate romance that sets her heart on fire.As their relationship blossoms, July enjoys the harmony of love. Her boyfriend would give anything to make her happy... moreJuly Caerwyn is living her dream as a renowned wedding dress designer. Her life takes an unexpected turn when a fire destroys her boutique. An unexpected message leads her to fall in love with a customer, igniting a passionate romance that sets her heart on fire.As their relationship blossoms, July enjoys the harmony of love. Her boyfriend would give anything to make her happy. But just when life seems perfect, a ghost from the past appears - her lover's seductive ex-girlfriend, determined to reclaim what was once hers.In this tale of love, betrayal, and chasing dreams, July must navigate treacherous terrain and cling to her dreams even as they slip from her grasp. Will she find the courage to save her relationship and her reputation, or will the echo of a past love be her ultimate downfall? less

Love knows no bounds, but life has a way of surprising even the hardest of hearts. Chansel and July decided to take the leap into marriage, wanting to solidify their love forever. But fate threw an unexpected twist into their love story when Chancel confessed his desire to have no children. Past traumas had made him fear the weight of responsibility and the changes that come with raising a child, making him hesitant to embrace the idea of starting a family... moreLove knows no bounds, but life has a way of surprising even the hardest of hearts. Chansel and July decided to take the leap into marriage, wanting to solidify their love forever. But fate threw an unexpected twist into their love story when Chancel confessed his desire to have no children. Past traumas had made him fear the weight of responsibility and the changes that come with raising a child, making him hesitant to embrace the idea of starting a family. July, who wanted to have a child and carry Chancel's flesh and blood, chose to compromise.But just when their love seemed to be facing its greatest challenge, fate threw them a curveball that left them both confused and overjoyed. Suddenly, July became pregnant.The news made July happy. While Chansel, still trapped in the wounds of his past, chose to retreat.Can their marriage weather this storm, or will they end up parting ways for the sake of a baby that hasn't even been born yet? less

What if your darkest nightmares came to life, blurring the lines between dreams and reality?Elliot, the enigmatic owner of the town's grandest hotel, finds himself tormented by haunting visions of his past sins. Just when he thought he could escape his inner demons, a fateful encounter changes everything. It all begins with a mysterious girl who presents him with a fortune cookie containing an intriguing message... moreWhat if your darkest nightmares came to life, blurring the lines between dreams and reality?Elliot, the enigmatic owner of the town's grandest hotel, finds himself tormented by haunting visions of his past sins. Just when he thought he could escape his inner demons, a fateful encounter changes everything. It all begins with a mysterious girl who presents him with a fortune cookie containing an intriguing message. Ignoring it at first, Elliot's curiosity gets the better of him as he crosses paths with Angel – a peculiar young woman who despises chocolate and seems to harbor a deep disdain for the world.Their unexpected meeting sparks a series of captivating moments that neither of them saw coming. Angel, gradually discovering solace in the chaos, begins to heal her wounds, while Elliot finally unearths the happiness he has tirelessly pursued. Little did they know, these profound encounters would plunge them back into the very heart of their painful past, reopening the wounds they desperately yearned to close.Embark on a gripping journey as Elliot and Angel navigate a realm where nightmares materialize, love blooms amidst brokenness, and the power to transform lives lies within the hands of two extraordinary souls. Prepare to be captivated, for the boundaries between dreams and reality are about to shatter in ways you never thought possible. less

Liam O’Connor, a gallant soldier wearied by the ravages of war, finds himself adrift in a sea of haunting memories, with the echoes of his best friend's last breath as his relentless shadow. Seeking solace, his journey leads him to the doorstep of Martha's cafe, a resilient single mother. Bound by the unspoken grief of lost loves, their worlds collide, sparking an ember of hope in the darkness.Enter Ethan, an 8-year-old with a heart as vast as the ocean, and dreams that soar even higher... moreLiam O’Connor, a gallant soldier wearied by the ravages of war, finds himself adrift in a sea of haunting memories, with the echoes of his best friend's last breath as his relentless shadow. Seeking solace, his journey leads him to the doorstep of Martha's cafe, a resilient single mother. Bound by the unspoken grief of lost loves, their worlds collide, sparking an ember of hope in the darkness.Enter Ethan, an 8-year-old with a heart as vast as the ocean, and dreams that soar even higher. In Liam, he sees not a wounded warrior, but a hero destined to fill the void left by a father he never knew. Ethan becomes the unexpected architect of a love story yet to be written.It's about a poignant journey through the shadows of past sorrows towards the light of newfound love, and the courage it takes to embrace a second chance at happiness.Will Liam and Martha let the ghosts of their past dictate their future, or will they surrender to the sweet serenade of destiny, orchestrated by the most unlikely Cupid? Dive into this heartwarming saga and discover the beauty of love's redemptive power. less

Two souls collide, each carrying their own burdens. Liam O’Connor, a soldier battling the unseen scars of war, finds himself at the crossroads of healing and haunting memories. Enter Martha, a spirited shop owner and devoted single mother.As their paths intertwine, a fragile bond forms, sparking an unexpected affection that promises to mend their fragmented hearts. But Liam is haunted by the specters of his past... moreTwo souls collide, each carrying their own burdens. Liam O’Connor, a soldier battling the unseen scars of war, finds himself at the crossroads of healing and haunting memories. Enter Martha, a spirited shop owner and devoted single mother.As their paths intertwine, a fragile bond forms, sparking an unexpected affection that promises to mend their fragmented hearts. But Liam is haunted by the specters of his past. Tortured by the fear that his inner demons could bring harm to those he holds dear, he stands at the brink, torn between the longing for love and the shadows that lurk within. As Martha’s unwavering strength and Ethan’s innocent joy begin to break down the walls around his heart, Liam faces a crucial to brave the storm of his past or to let the possibility of happiness slip through his fingers.Will Liam embrace the chance to build a future with Martha and Ethan, or will the ghosts of his past doom him to a life of solitude? less

Rebecca Rogers, a seasoned funeral photographer with a knack for capturing somber moments, never expected to snap up a professional cry-baby. But when Castiel Hayes, a man whose tears are his trade, cries his way into her lens—and heart—at a funeral, things take a surprisingly personal turn. One thing leads to another, and their brief encounter ends not with a whimper, but with a bang—a very consequential one... moreRebecca Rogers, a seasoned funeral photographer with a knack for capturing somber moments, never expected to snap up a professional cry-baby. But when Castiel Hayes, a man whose tears are his trade, cries his way into her lens—and heart—at a funeral, things take a surprisingly personal turn. One thing leads to another, and their brief encounter ends not with a whimper, but with a bang—a very consequential one.Now, Becca finds herself with a budding belly, housing not one, but two unexpected guests. Twins! From camera clicks to baby kicks, Becca’s life is developing in ways she never zoomed in on. While grappling with her new reality, she faces a how to reveal her double exposure to Castiel, a man who makes a living from faux pas and faux sobs.Caught between focusing on her career and her growing family, Becca must navigate the blurry lines of her suddenly overexposed life. Can she picture a future with the man who cried wolf (and baby)? Or will telling Castiel about their impending plot twist result in the most awkward family photo?In this candid and quirky tale, find out if Becca can turn a snapshot fling into a full-frame forever, and whether Castiel can trade his hired hankies for genuine hand-holding in the journey from the funeral to the cradle. less

Becca Rogers thought she had the perfect escape plan—keep her distance from Castiel Hayes, the man who unknowingly shared more with her than just a memorable night. But when fate throws them together once more, Becca's growing secret is impossible to her pregnancy can no longer be concealed beneath flowing dresses and clever excuses.Castiel, known for his heartfelt tears at funerals as a hired cry-baby, finds himself in a storm of real emotions when he discovers Becca’s condition... moreBecca Rogers thought she had the perfect escape plan—keep her distance from Castiel Hayes, the man who unknowingly shared more with her than just a memorable night. But when fate throws them together once more, Becca's growing secret is impossible to her pregnancy can no longer be concealed beneath flowing dresses and clever excuses.Castiel, known for his heartfelt tears at funerals as a hired cry-baby, finds himself in a storm of real emotions when he discovers Becca’s condition. Shocked, hurt, and overwhelmed, Castiel insists on taking responsibility, determined to be a father to their unplanned child. Yet his noble intentions are met with Becca’s hesitance—she’s not sure she wants to tether herself to someone just because of a twist of fate.As Becca wrestles with her fears of a commitment born out of obligation rather than affection, Castiel finds himself fighting not just for the future of their child, but for Becca's heart as well. He must prove that their accidental path to parenthood could lead to a deliberate and loving future together.Can Becca overcome her fear of accidental commitments? And can Castiel show her that some life surprises are worth embracing fully? Their journey is a testament to the fact that the best families might just be the ones we never planned to have. less