Tate Brothers Series by Deb Goodman

Sophie Oliver and I have this thing. It’s an annual, not-a-date thing where we meet up in my small town every August and he buys me a milkshake. That’s all. Nothing else. Except maybe an innocent hug or two. But that’s it! I can’t fall for this man. He’s always seen me as just a friend. And besides the fact that my grandparents hate him, we’re complete opposites. He’s busy touring the world, running the family resort company with his brothers... moreSophie Oliver and I have this thing. It’s an annual, not-a-date thing where we meet up in my small town every August and he buys me a milkshake. That’s all. Nothing else. Except maybe an innocent hug or two. But that’s it! I can’t fall for this man. He’s always seen me as just a friend. And besides the fact that my grandparents hate him, we’re complete opposites. He’s busy touring the world, running the family resort company with his brothers. I’m busy with pajama day at the broke-down mobile library I’ve sunk my heart and soul into. So, yeah. It’s time for me to, once and for all, move on from this silly crush that has claimed me for far too long. Oliver. Seeing Sophie again has…changed things. She’s different. She’s always been interesting, beautiful, and funny. But suddenly, everything I thought I knew about the world and how it operates has been mixed up in a blender. I’m all shook up, but I don’t think she feels the same way. The worst part? I can’t seem to quit her, no matter how hard I try. Send help. Just a Friend is a sweet, kisses-only romantic comedy. It's the first book in the Tate Brothers series, which chronicles all six Tate brothers' pathways to love at their resort in the idyllic, quirky small town of Longdale, Colorado. less

He’s a competitive ex-athlete. Which is code for “He’s gonna break my heart. ”. When I started my career as a sports trainer for professional football players, I didn’t understand the dangers involved. I thought my knowledge and next-level love for the game would be all I needed to treat and motivate the guys. Now? It’s all gone. I’m unemployed, unboyfriended, and I’ve rage-booked a week’s stay at a fancy, remote resort to try to heal from the havoc. Enter Alec... moreHe’s a competitive ex-athlete. Which is code for “He’s gonna break my heart. ”. When I started my career as a sports trainer for professional football players, I didn’t understand the dangers involved. I thought my knowledge and next-level love for the game would be all I needed to treat and motivate the guys. Now? It’s all gone. I’m unemployed, unboyfriended, and I’ve rage-booked a week’s stay at a fancy, remote resort to try to heal from the havoc. Enter Alec. Not only did he used to play for the exact team I’ve gone running and screaming from, but the frustratingly handsome man is harboring a jumbo-sized chip on his shoulder from his career-ending injury. He’s so broken, I can’t not help him with his knee while I’m here. I’ve always loved a good project. Except, after awhile, I find myself in irresponsibly close quarters with him. I’m getting glimpses of his goodness and suddenly, I want to know all about him. What makes him tick? There is one thing I know. When I finally figure him out, everything will change. Just a Football Star is a sweet, small-town, closed-door romantic comedy with all of the sizzle and none of the spice! It lightly touches on the death of a significant other in the past and an addiction in a former relationship. However, there’s also an adorable puppy named Jerry, the meddlesome antics of Aunt Stella, and no one cheats on anyone. Plus, mysteries surrounding those intriguing Tate Brothers will begin to unravel. less

Sebastian Tate’s a hot, grumpy boss trying to push his company to the next level. .. and in a comedy of errors not even Shakespeare could write, I'm now his assistant. My theater history career goals might seem odd to some, but hey, life’s too short not to follow your dreams. Still, when my beloved beachside theater is deemed unsafe and I lose my job, my brother calls in a favor. I have no choice but to work as Sebastian’s executive assistant... moreSebastian Tate’s a hot, grumpy boss trying to push his company to the next level. .. and in a comedy of errors not even Shakespeare could write, I'm now his assistant. My theater history career goals might seem odd to some, but hey, life’s too short not to follow your dreams. Still, when my beloved beachside theater is deemed unsafe and I lose my job, my brother calls in a favor. I have no choice but to work as Sebastian’s executive assistant. Sebastian is grouchy and demanding—too handsome for his own good. Haunted by the past, he can’t risk a relationship with anyone. I’ll be going back home to California soon, anyway. My whole life is there. Keeping things professional between us will be no problem. But when he accepts my help to fine tune the company’s charitable efforts, our long working hours become even longer. Suddenly, I have a front-row seat to another side of him. The man’s dedication to his family is charming. His frosty demeanor? Slowly melting. His unlikely kindness? Making me wonder if love isn’t just for poets. Except, I don’t want to fall for him. I really don’t. Can someone please tell my heart that? Just a Grumpy Boss is a sweet, small-town romantic comedy with all of the sizzle and none of the spice! It’s the third book in the Tate Brothers series, which chronicles all six Tate brothers' pathways to love at their resort in the idyllic, quirky small town of Longdale, Colorado. less

He is my ex. And now my…bodyguard? I did not think this through…. I’m back at the Tate’s Colorado resort, hiding from my crazy uncle who’s harassing me so I’ll declaim my grandfather’s sizable inheritance. It’s not happening, Uncle Raymond. And neither is a reunification with my ex, Henry Tate, the man who stole my heart years ago. The father of our daughter. The man who gave me no other choice than to file for divorce. It’s fine. Really... moreHe is my ex. And now my…bodyguard? I did not think this through…. I’m back at the Tate’s Colorado resort, hiding from my crazy uncle who’s harassing me so I’ll declaim my grandfather’s sizable inheritance. It’s not happening, Uncle Raymond. And neither is a reunification with my ex, Henry Tate, the man who stole my heart years ago. The father of our daughter. The man who gave me no other choice than to file for divorce. It’s fine. Really. It’s been a year and I’m kicking trash and taking names in this whole single parenting thing. As long as I don’t have to see Henry, I’m good. Except, what was supposed to be a “Henry-free Zone” suddenly isn’t anymore, and he has this whole “I’ve gotta protect my child and former wife from all the baddies” vibe. He’s doing all the things, being all the things, he promised me long ago. Since he’s showing up in ways he never has before, our daughter’s not the only one who’s enjoying his company again. But I can’t go there. It didn’t work the first time, and he’s leaving soon for his dangerous job in Europe. That’s a hard no, Henry. Even though the Tate family’s forces and Henry himself wage an all-out war to prove me wrong. Just My Ex is a sweet, small-town, closed-door romantic comedy with all the sizzle and none of the spice! It deals with divorce (no cheating) and PTSD. However, you’ll also discover a sassy donkey named Maverick, a cute three-year-old, and Aunt Stella’s back to play (mostly) innocent matchmaker again. Plus, jaw-dropping Tate family secrets will be revealed. less

Gabriel Tate was Mr. Perfect…until one bad night got him totally cancelled. He's the Tate family’s Golden Boy, and incredibly sexy to boot. I almost consider helping him when he begs for my public relations expertise to fix the repercussions of his actions. It’s not my fault his own father fired him from the ginormous company he was set to take over. Besides, he and I have a bit of a past—something he doesn’t seem to remember anything about. Which is embarrassing... moreGabriel Tate was Mr. Perfect…until one bad night got him totally cancelled. He's the Tate family’s Golden Boy, and incredibly sexy to boot. I almost consider helping him when he begs for my public relations expertise to fix the repercussions of his actions. It’s not my fault his own father fired him from the ginormous company he was set to take over. Besides, he and I have a bit of a past—something he doesn’t seem to remember anything about. Which is embarrassing. I’m determined to keep my distance. But then, Gabriel switches tactics. When he offers me money in exchange for becoming his fake wife so he can get back in his father’s good graces, I falter in my resolve. My sister's not safe until I can find the money to pay for her group home. She needs my help. I’m all she has. So…slap a ring on me and call me desperate because now I’m suddenly the newest—and most temporary—Mrs. Tate. It’s clear, though, that I must stave off these pesky feelings of wedded bliss when he proves to be noble and kind, and a huge fan of my sister, who has a disability. Our pretend kisses and affections are becoming more than I can handle. I'm my sister's caretaker, so love can't happen for me. Don't my feelings understand I simply cannot fall in love? Just My Fake Husband is a sweet, small-town, closed-door romantic comedy with all the sizzle and none of the spice! It deals with the past deaths of parents. However, River and Gabriel have plenty of excitement as they share a fancy cottage, an adorable dog, and, eventually, one single, solitary bed. less

It was supposed to be one night. When I spontaneously enlist a super hot customer to play a prank on my cranky boss, it seems like the perfect, momentary distraction from my life’s focus—starting fresh with my son and becoming a nurse. As a single mom, things haven’t been easy. But nothing’s going to stop me from achieving my goals. Especially not this handsome stranger. Which is why we agree never to see each other again... moreIt was supposed to be one night. When I spontaneously enlist a super hot customer to play a prank on my cranky boss, it seems like the perfect, momentary distraction from my life’s focus—starting fresh with my son and becoming a nurse. As a single mom, things haven’t been easy. But nothing’s going to stop me from achieving my goals. Especially not this handsome stranger. Which is why we agree never to see each other again. Except, fast-forward six months, and guess who walks through the door? My boss’s brother, Milo Tate—wearing that same devastating smile, like fate’s playing some kind of joke. But I cannot become involved—not with anyone. I refuse to give up my dreams for a man. Besides, love and I? We don’t mix. I can’t fall prey to my family curse, the one that basically ensures that love won’t last—that love’s going to hurt. Too bad Milo is making it his mission to prove me wrong. Just a Distraction. is a “he falls first and harder,” different worlds, single mom story with all of the swoon and none of the spice! Rose and Milo's adventures include workplace shenanigans, exchanging secret letters, and a golden retriever MMC (and an actual golden retriever, too). Enjoy each of the Tate Brothers' exciting pathways to love! less