Aster Bay Series by Cara Dion

Falling for her father’s best friend is a recipe for disaster. Tessa Cordeiro never planned to move back to the town she’d left behind as a child. But when her estranged father offers her a deal that could kick-start her culinary career, she makes herself a promise: She won’t let herself fall in love with the town of Aster Bay—or her father’s best friend. Even if he was the most unforgettable one-night stand of her life... moreFalling for her father’s best friend is a recipe for disaster. Tessa Cordeiro never planned to move back to the town she’d left behind as a child. But when her estranged father offers her a deal that could kick-start her culinary career, she makes herself a promise: She won’t let herself fall in love with the town of Aster Bay—or her father’s best friend. Even if he was the most unforgettable one-night stand of her life. Jameson Chase has called Aster Bay home for nearly twenty years, but despite owning the most popular restaurant in the area, he can’t fight the feeling that he doesn’t belong. Chairing the local food and wine festival is his chance to earn a permanent place in the small town, but when his new co-chair turns out to be the unpredictable woman he can’t stop thinking about—and his best friend’s daughter—the most important friendship in his life and his place in town are both at risk. As their attraction grows and secrets are revealed, can they keep the heat in the kitchen—or will the sparks between them send both their lives up in flames? Whisking It All is a standalone, steamy, small town, father’s best friend romance featuring trash-talking grandmas, found family, food as love language, You’ve Got Mail vibes, and a guaranteed HEA. less

He doesn’t want a fairy tale. He just wants his son’s ex-girlfriend. This will be the year Kyla Mitchell puts herself first, walking away from the boyfriend she doesn’t love and pursuing her passion for boudoir photography. She didn’t plan on being turned down for the loan she needs to start her business. When a new reality dating show comes to town and announces that the winner will receive $100,000, it seems like the answer to all her problems... moreHe doesn’t want a fairy tale. He just wants his son’s ex-girlfriend. This will be the year Kyla Mitchell puts herself first, walking away from the boyfriend she doesn’t love and pursuing her passion for boudoir photography. She didn’t plan on being turned down for the loan she needs to start her business. When a new reality dating show comes to town and announces that the winner will receive $100,000, it seems like the answer to all her problems. Now all she has to do is outlast the competition and she can finally have her very own fairy tale ending, complete with Prince Charming. Gavin West is a good father, and good fathers don’t fantasize about their son’s girlfriend. Even after they break up, Gavin knows falling for Kyla would betray his son’s trust, so why is she the only woman Gavin’s wanted in years? Determined to shake off his attraction to Kyla, Gavin agrees to star in the new reality dating show filming in his hometown. When the very woman he’s running from ends up competing for his heart, he wonders if maybe she was meant to be his all along. When the cameras are gone, Gavin and Kyla have to decide what was real, what was just for show, and what’s worth fighting for. Just for Show is a standalone, steamy, small town, ex-boyfriend’s father romance featuring a reality TV show, forced proximity, a curvy heroine, and a guaranteed HEA. less

Their wedding was a mistake. Their marriage isn’t. Sabrina Page is determined to build a new life in Aster Bay, one that doesn’t involve her parents’ money or her sister’s ex-fiancé, Sebastian---after all, he blames her for his being left at the altar. But that was before they had to share a hotel room in Las Vegas. Now, Sabrina realizes the one man who’s hated her for a decade is the one man she can’t forget... moreTheir wedding was a mistake. Their marriage isn’t. Sabrina Page is determined to build a new life in Aster Bay, one that doesn’t involve her parents’ money or her sister’s ex-fiancé, Sebastian---after all, he blames her for his being left at the altar. But that was before they had to share a hotel room in Las Vegas. Now, Sabrina realizes the one man who’s hated her for a decade is the one man she can’t forget. The last person Sebastian Graham should be fantasizing about is his ex’s chaotic little sister, especially when he knows she’s keeping secrets. One ill-advised scheme to make her sister jealous and a few too many margaritas later, Sabrina and Sebastian wake up in the worst situation they can Married. Overnight, Sabrina’s heart is tied in knots, but her financial situation becomes…simpler. Without her family’s money, she needs time to get her business started, and Sebastian is willing to make this a practical arrangement. Except, it’s hard to ignore chemistry when you’re playing house together. And with each passing day — and night — this fake marriage starts to feel all too real. First Comes Marriage is a steamy, small town, fake relationship, forbidden romance featuring a grumpy hero, meddling octogenarians, waking up married, and a guaranteed HEA. less

She can hide from the press, but she can’t hide from love. Broadway actress Hannah Matthews is no stranger to the spotlight, but she never anticipated starring in her very own tabloid scandal, complete with a photographer on her fire escape. A couple of weeks in a quaint New England guest room would be the perfect place to lay low—if only that guest room didn't belong to her no-strings hook-up buddy. Ethan Hart loves his hometown almost as much as he loves his privacy... moreShe can hide from the press, but she can’t hide from love. Broadway actress Hannah Matthews is no stranger to the spotlight, but she never anticipated starring in her very own tabloid scandal, complete with a photographer on her fire escape. A couple of weeks in a quaint New England guest room would be the perfect place to lay low—if only that guest room didn't belong to her no-strings hook-up buddy. Ethan Hart loves his hometown almost as much as he loves his privacy. Not even his best friends know the vineyard owner moonlights as one of romance’s spiciest audiobook narrators—or that he’s falling for a woman hellbent on keeping him in the friends-with-benefits zone. Until they become roommates…. Flirty dates over milkshakes and quirky museums are easy, but Hannah can’t hide forever and Ethan doesn’t belong in her world. When the paparazzi intrude on their small town escape, Hannah and Ethan are suddenly thrust into the limelight. And figuring out your feelings is harder when they’re splashed across the front page. Claim to Fame is a spicy celebrity romance with found family, Notting Hill vibes, and a guaranteed HEA. less

Three frozen pizzas, two steamy nights, and a hot priest under the tree. Caleb West needs a Christmas miracle. After twenty-five years as a priest, he can't escape the one temptation he doesn’t know how to resist: Molly Proulx. His curvy colleague isn’t just beautiful—she’s witty, compassionate, and bold enough to challenge him when it counts. Molly helps him remember why he became a priest in the first place—and makes him question how much longer he can keep his vows... moreThree frozen pizzas, two steamy nights, and a hot priest under the tree. Caleb West needs a Christmas miracle. After twenty-five years as a priest, he can't escape the one temptation he doesn’t know how to resist: Molly Proulx. His curvy colleague isn’t just beautiful—she’s witty, compassionate, and bold enough to challenge him when it counts. Molly helps him remember why he became a priest in the first place—and makes him question how much longer he can keep his vows. Molly Proulx is full of “humbug” this Christmas, the only bright spot being stolen moments with Father West. She knows her crush is inappropriate, but she’s beginning to suspect their flirtation isn’t truly one-sided. When a road trip goes awry, Caleb and Molly get snowed in at an isolated cabin. Somewhere between spiked hot chocolate, lobster nativity scenes, and getting cozy by the fire, Caleb finds himself imagining a life outside the priesthood—a life by Molly’s side. Falling for Molly is against every rule, but Caleb is starting to wonder if she’s not a temptation after—but the answer to his prayers. Holly Jolly Heresy is an age gap, Christmas romance between a priest and a curvy schoolteacher. A standalone in the Aster Bay series, this forbidden romance has a guaranteed HEA. less