Pain & Pleasure Series by AJ Nicole

Callan David is her fantasy. A fantasy she didn’t want to have. After leaving home and starting over on her own, she promised herself she’d focus on getting her life together even though bad luck follows her around like a shadow. That is until she meets him, the only man who gives her the praise that she wants but doesn’t think she deserves.Sterling Cooper is his obsession. One that he never expected. Everything in his life has always been orchestrated by his seemingly picture-perfect family... moreCallan David is her fantasy. A fantasy she didn’t want to have. After leaving home and starting over on her own, she promised herself she’d focus on getting her life together even though bad luck follows her around like a shadow. That is until she meets him, the only man who gives her the praise that she wants but doesn’t think she deserves.Sterling Cooper is his obsession. One that he never expected. Everything in his life has always been orchestrated by his seemingly picture-perfect family. Soon he learns that his reality is made up of hidden truths, one of them is his own. But it only makes things worse when he sets sights on her, the only woman who makes him feel things he never thought he’d want to feel.One night. Their lives collide. What happens when the fire their paths create burns brighter than either of them could’ve imagined? Will the flame consume them with passion, or destroy them as secrets and chaos begin to unravel? less

Nolan Steele is her dream.A dream she never imagined would come true. All she’s wanted was a happily ever after but after chasing what she thought was her dream life, she realized that she’d gotten it all wrong, making her doubt the power she once held within herself. That’s when she’s met with a charming single dad who makes her feel alive and has her questioning what it is she really wants in life.Dakota Young is his desire.One that he craves and devours... moreNolan Steele is her dream.A dream she never imagined would come true. All she’s wanted was a happily ever after but after chasing what she thought was her dream life, she realized that she’d gotten it all wrong, making her doubt the power she once held within herself. That’s when she’s met with a charming single dad who makes her feel alive and has her questioning what it is she really wants in life.Dakota Young is his desire.One that he craves and devours. He once thought he knew right from wrong, doing everything he can to give his daughter the life she deserves. But not everything is as it seems and putting himself first is the last thing he’s worried about. Suddenly, he’s met with a challenge in the form of silky red hair and cunning sass that makes it difficult to convince himself not to be selfish and take what he wants.One moment. Their lives change forever.What happens when two shattered hearts cross paths, creating a mess of broken pieces and a longing ache for more? Will they rise to a love that consumes them or fall from the disasters of their pasts, causing even more damage and heartbreak? less

Jaxon Monroe is her weakness. Something she never thought she’d admit. Especially after what he did to her. She’s confident, beautiful, persistent… but broken. And it doesn’t help that she’s battling a mental war she can't control. So when he comes back, maybe a second chance is in the books. But here’s the thing… she’s dating their childhood bully.Hollis Mendoza is his addiction. One that he wants to fight but needs to fulfill... moreJaxon Monroe is her weakness. Something she never thought she’d admit. Especially after what he did to her. She’s confident, beautiful, persistent… but broken. And it doesn’t help that she’s battling a mental war she can't control. So when he comes back, maybe a second chance is in the books. But here’s the thing… she’s dating their childhood bully.Hollis Mendoza is his addiction. One that he wants to fight but needs to fulfill. After moving back home to figure out what’s next in life, he realizes that living up to certain expectations is depleting. He’s reminded he’s got nothing going for him, other than money and good looks, so he takes his sorrows to the bar. Then in walks a familiar face dressed like a bad attitude and soon he’s trading one addiction for another.One chance. Their whole world shifts. What happens when two lost souls reconnect through a battle of unresolved feelings. Will they find themselves in the secrets of their own truths? Or will everything they’ve dreamt of building together be lost forever? less

Forever & Always is a novella following Crash & Burn, Rise & Fall, and Lost & Found in the Pain & Pleasure series and should only be read if you have read all three books first. One night. One moment. One chance. Was all it took.Forever the hero of my heart.Always the love of my life.Here's to happily ever after.