The Unexpected Series by L. Clara

HadleyI married my high-school sweetheart five years ago. We have been making plans to have our first child when he tells me on our anniversary that he can only stay with me if I allow him to open our relationship so that we can both see other people. Reluctantly, I agree, not expecting to fall in love with the person I meet. ConnorI moved to Central Falls to help my sister raise my nephew after her husband was killed in a car accident... moreHadleyI married my high-school sweetheart five years ago. We have been making plans to have our first child when he tells me on our anniversary that he can only stay with me if I allow him to open our relationship so that we can both see other people. Reluctantly, I agree, not expecting to fall in love with the person I meet. ConnorI moved to Central Falls to help my sister raise my nephew after her husband was killed in a car accident. I've spent the last five years as CEO at DL Technologies, concentrating on my career and caring for my family. When my nephew insisted I find someone, I never expected the incredible woman I found. less

Ryan & Greyson's story. Ryan. My heart wasn’t prepared for his sudden return to town. My older brother’s best friend had always been off limits and in the years since he moved away, I thought I'd moved on. However, now that he’s back, my heart is wondering if we’re getting a second chance. But can we survive a danger that lives much closer than either of us realize. Grey. She was my best friend’s younger sister, completely off limits and completely out of my league... moreRyan & Greyson's story. Ryan. My heart wasn’t prepared for his sudden return to town. My older brother’s best friend had always been off limits and in the years since he moved away, I thought I'd moved on. However, now that he’s back, my heart is wondering if we’re getting a second chance. But can we survive a danger that lives much closer than either of us realize. Grey. She was my best friend’s younger sister, completely off limits and completely out of my league. Moving away was the hardest thing I’d ever done, but I had to prove to myself I could make it as a tattoo artist. Ten years later I’m back in town following the death of my father and I’m faced with the beautiful woman I walked away from once before. My feelings for her over the years haven't wavered and yet things are different now, but can I keep her safe? less

Kat. Six years ago, the woman I loved broke my heart, unwilling to put our relationship before her family’s close minded opinions. She disappeared and I vowed to never open myself to someone like that ever again. That is, until my sweet neighbor begins to slowly break down my walls. He’s one of my best friends. But do I risk losing everything again? Clay. Who would have thought helping my beautiful neighbor nurse a hangover would be the beginning of an amazing friendship... moreKat. Six years ago, the woman I loved broke my heart, unwilling to put our relationship before her family’s close minded opinions. She disappeared and I vowed to never open myself to someone like that ever again. That is, until my sweet neighbor begins to slowly break down my walls. He’s one of my best friends. But do I risk losing everything again? Clay. Who would have thought helping my beautiful neighbor nurse a hangover would be the beginning of an amazing friendship. But friendship isn’t the only thing I want with my now business partner and best friend. Drawn in like a moth to a flame, I need her sassy attitude and smoking body. But will she take a chance on love after being burned before? less

Kat. Six years ago, the woman I loved broke my heart, unwilling to put our relationship before her family’s close minded opinions. She disappeared and I vowed to never open myself to someone like that ever again. That is, until my sweet neighbor begins to slowly break down my walls. He’s one of my best friends. But do I risk losing everything again? Clay. Who would have thought helping my beautiful neighbor nurse a hangover would be the beginning of an amazing friendship... moreKat. Six years ago, the woman I loved broke my heart, unwilling to put our relationship before her family’s close minded opinions. She disappeared and I vowed to never open myself to someone like that ever again. That is, until my sweet neighbor begins to slowly break down my walls. He’s one of my best friends. But do I risk losing everything again? Clay. Who would have thought helping my beautiful neighbor nurse a hangover would be the beginning of an amazing friendship. But friendship isn’t the only thing I want with my now business partner and best friend. Drawn in like a moth to a flame, I need her sassy attitude and smoking body. But will she take a chance on love after being burned before? less