Season of Change Series by Joelle Lynne

I never said I was good at keeping promises…. Nathan. Four years ago, we said goodbye. I’d always intended to come back for you, but life got in the way. All I have are cowardly excuses of being in school, fear of coming out, and thinking that too much time had passed. But fate? It’s a funny thing, because I’m now forced to spend the summer with you, working together. It’s my chance to make things right, but I know I have to prove myself to you. To show you I’m not afraid anymore... moreI never said I was good at keeping promises…. Nathan. Four years ago, we said goodbye. I’d always intended to come back for you, but life got in the way. All I have are cowardly excuses of being in school, fear of coming out, and thinking that too much time had passed. But fate? It’s a funny thing, because I’m now forced to spend the summer with you, working together. It’s my chance to make things right, but I know I have to prove myself to you. To show you I’m not afraid anymore. That I still burn hot and heavy for you. Can we work past our differences and try again? Can this be the summer of us? Chase. Is there a stronger word for betrayal? If there is, I haven’t found it yet. It’s how I felt when you left and never even so much as called, let alone came back like you’d promised. You left me behind, alone, with no way out of a town that holds no future. Giving you all my firsts was my initial mistake. My second was letting you back into my bed when you finally returned. But that’s all we ever were, right? A mistake? I’ve spent four years not needing or wanting your excuses, but the more time we spend together, I’m reminded of how good we used to be. You want to fix what was broken, but I’m not sure I can forgive you. Summer of You is book one in the Season of Change series. It's a low-angst, high heat second-chance romance with a guaranteed HEA. This book can be read as a complete standalone. less

I'd risk it all just to get a taste of you…. Brandon. My plan was perfect… until it wasn’t. Whenever my heart was shattered, you were always there as my source of comfort. So when it happened yet again, I took the opportunity and put my plan into action: One kiss. One kiss shouldn't ruin us. Couldn’t. What we had was unbreakable. I didn't think I'd become obsessed, or that I'd want it again and again, but that was why I had to pretend it didn't happen... moreI'd risk it all just to get a taste of you…. Brandon. My plan was perfect… until it wasn’t. Whenever my heart was shattered, you were always there as my source of comfort. So when it happened yet again, I took the opportunity and put my plan into action: One kiss. One kiss shouldn't ruin us. Couldn’t. What we had was unbreakable. I didn't think I'd become obsessed, or that I'd want it again and again, but that was why I had to pretend it didn't happen. You meant too much to me to put it all on the line. I couldn't lose you if we failed. But it's becoming too unbearable, and I'm haunted by the memory of that one time we gave in. Can we take the biggest risk of our lives? Andrew. My secret was mine… until it wasn’t. Did you know that I'd always wanted you? You dangled what we could be in front of me, but I couldn't tell if you meant it or not. Then, without a word, everything went back to how it was before, like it hadn’t happened. But it had, and I couldn't let it go. My heart still aches for you, and after watching you give yourself to other men for years, I'm at the end of my rope. We could be amazing if we weren't afraid, and I think it's time we give in again. Will our risk pay off or will it be our fall? Fall of Us is book two in the Season of Change series. It's got best friends who learn to become lovers and all the feels. While it can be read as a standalone, it is best enjoyed in order. less

Just because we're stuck here doesn't mean I have to like you. .. Daniel. They say you can’t run from your past. Whoever ‘they’ are were right; the change of scenery did nothing to chase away my demons. Just because your daddy owns the first place that hired me doesn’t make you impressive—even if you think it does. Your spoiled, smug personality could use some adjusting. Unfortunately, not a deal-breaker, since I find you so damn attractive... moreJust because we're stuck here doesn't mean I have to like you. .. Daniel. They say you can’t run from your past. Whoever ‘they’ are were right; the change of scenery did nothing to chase away my demons. Just because your daddy owns the first place that hired me doesn’t make you impressive—even if you think it does. Your spoiled, smug personality could use some adjusting. Unfortunately, not a deal-breaker, since I find you so damn attractive. Inviting our friends to your family’s cabin for a weekend getaway is just you wanting to impress them. Like an idiot, I thought I’d go up early…. And now we’re stuck…. Shawn. I want to know all about the guy who ran away from the small beach town he grew up in. But I guess your best friend being part of a theft ring and getting locked up for it would make anyone do a runner. Yeah, I know all about it. You’re fooling yourself if you thought I hadn’t done my research. What I wasn’t expecting was everything else I uncovered along with it. Do our friends know what you used to get up to? I tease you because you intrigue me and it’s fun getting under your skin. I only went up early to make sure everything was ready, but now we’re snowed in at my parent's cabin. Alone…. Might as well make the most of it…. Winter Ends is Book 3 in the Season of Change series. It has enemies that become lovers and learning to overcome past hurts. It can be read as a complete standalone, but is best read in order. less

What can go wrong with a camera, a trip for spring break, and my best friend's little brother? Joe. The day we were introduced, I knew there was something about you that drew me in. I’d been content never to make a commitment before, but the more I got to know you, I knew that would change. Your brother wants me to stay the hell away, but it’s not something I can do. It’s like telling an addict he can’t have his favorite drug... moreWhat can go wrong with a camera, a trip for spring break, and my best friend's little brother? Joe. The day we were introduced, I knew there was something about you that drew me in. I’d been content never to make a commitment before, but the more I got to know you, I knew that would change. Your brother wants me to stay the hell away, but it’s not something I can do. It’s like telling an addict he can’t have his favorite drug. When I plan a trip to sneak you away for some fun over Spring Break only to discover you know my secret, all bets are off. I’m just not sure I’m equipped to handle you. Aiden. I’ve never understood hookup culture. The idea of a one-and-done thing has never appealed to me. At nineteen, I’ve never had a relationship of any kind—romantic or otherwise. When I stumbled across a video one night, I wasn’t prepared for the things it made me feel. Out of all of my brother’s friends, you’re the only one who took me under his wing and made me feel like I belong. So, when you take me on a trip, I know I need to put my plan into action. My brother might kill us, but I need a taste of Joseph Bishop. Spring Fling is the fourth and final book in the Season of Change series. When cameras and secrets collide, only trouble lies in wait. This book can be read as a standalone but is best enjoyed in order. less