Hernandez Brothers of Rose Valley Series by Nichole Ruschelle, Katie Cadwallader Photography

HazelDexter has been my soulmate since we met eight years old. Everyone around us knows that we belong together. Now it’s time for him to realize the feeling I’ve been concealing from him.I’ll put the plan into action. I have the perfect place - our small town Fall carnival. My outfit is ready and I’ve even rehearsed what I’m going to say. The last thing I expected is for him to chase me through the hay maze. I’ve never felt more alive than I do when he tells me to run... moreHazelDexter has been my soulmate since we met eight years old. Everyone around us knows that we belong together. Now it’s time for him to realize the feeling I’ve been concealing from him.I’ll put the plan into action. I have the perfect place - our small town Fall carnival. My outfit is ready and I’ve even rehearsed what I’m going to say. The last thing I expected is for him to chase me through the hay maze. I’ve never felt more alive than I do when he tells me to run. But what happens when he catches me?DexterI’ve been in love with Hazel since we were kids. I’ve kept my feelings to myself. I’m not good enough for her - I’ve been keeping parts of my life from her. Parts I’m not sure I want her to know. I love a good chase. The thrill exhilarates me. What I don’t know is how Hazel will take it. I should’ve known to expect the unexpected when it comes to Hazel. When I tell her to run, my little bunny does. When I start my hunt everything feels right in the world…until it doesn’t. Will she still love me when she finds out what else I’ve been keeping from her?This is a short read and first installment for Dexter and Hazel. It ends in HEA in the next book the Secrets Behind Us coming June 2024. less

DexterI convinced myself it was over.Now she's back home and I'm not prepared when I see her.It’s time for her to pay for her sins against me.I want her to grovel.I want her to know what it feels like to be left behind.But when I find out the reason she left in the first place, everything changes. .HazelI knew this day would come, I just hoped for more time.My mother is sick and my family needs me. I can’t keep running.It’s time I pay for my consequences from all those years ago... moreDexterI convinced myself it was over.Now she's back home and I'm not prepared when I see her.It’s time for her to pay for her sins against me.I want her to grovel.I want her to know what it feels like to be left behind.But when I find out the reason she left in the first place, everything changes. .HazelI knew this day would come, I just hoped for more time.My mother is sick and my family needs me. I can’t keep running.It’s time I pay for my consequences from all those years ago.When I come face to face with Dexter, he’s determined to make me pay for leaving him.But when all of my secrets come to light, will he be able to forgive me?This is the second half of Dexter and Hazel's story, and it ends in HEA. less

Welcome back to Rose Valley. This is the third book in this spicy small town romance. This is an interconnected standalone, you do not have to read the other books to read this one.Mateo:When the new girl in town walks into my gym, I’m instantly drawn to her. I should stay away from her, she’s too young for me.I’m just a grumpy man trying to keep my demons at bay. Everything changes when she asks me to teach her self-defense... moreWelcome back to Rose Valley. This is the third book in this spicy small town romance. This is an interconnected standalone, you do not have to read the other books to read this one.Mateo:When the new girl in town walks into my gym, I’m instantly drawn to her. I should stay away from her, she’s too young for me.I’m just a grumpy man trying to keep my demons at bay. Everything changes when she asks me to teach her self-defense.When I look into her eyes all I can see is pain and it triggers every protective feeling within me.Cecilia:After leaving my own small town in Texas to escape a bad decision, I find myself in Rose Valley.Even though life has been nothing but easy, I try hard to look on the bright side of things.Some people think that makes me an easy target. But what they don’t know is I will do anything in my power to protect my son and that includes asking the local grumpy gym owner to teach me how to defend myself.What I don’t expect is the need to defend my heart before he takes it.Nichole is bringing you Mateo's story. You saw him as Dexter's big brother in Fall Secrets. Now it's time for Mateo to find his happily ever after with the new single mom in town. This story does talk about being in abusive relationship, but no actual abuse is shown on the page. less

I only wanted to be free, with no consequences, for one night. But everyone knows everything comes at a price.Fiona:I never let my guard down. I can’t. Not if I want to survive the world I’m expected to be a part of.My parents demand I follow all the rules they and the church set for me. The only exception I have is my job as a wedding photographer. For one night, I take a chance. I risk everything for the best pleasure filled night.A few weeks later, I’m reminded of why I’m always a good girl... moreI only wanted to be free, with no consequences, for one night. But everyone knows everything comes at a price.Fiona:I never let my guard down. I can’t. Not if I want to survive the world I’m expected to be a part of.My parents demand I follow all the rules they and the church set for me. The only exception I have is my job as a wedding photographer. For one night, I take a chance. I risk everything for the best pleasure filled night.A few weeks later, I’m reminded of why I’m always a good girl. Pregnant with a man’s baby I barely know. Now I’m homeless and feeling hopeless. When I take a chance and reach out to him, everything changes.Alex:I’m known in Rose Valley as the good time guy. No one takes me seriously, not even my brothers. People only want one thing from me and I’m happy to give it to them as long as they don’t see the real me. When you keep everyone at arm’s length, no one can hurt you, right?At my brother Dexter’s wedding, I meet Fiona. Not only is she gorgeous, she sees me for me. Not just the guy everyone needs me to be. After an unforgettable night together, I know she’s it for me. But when she disappears the next morning, I question everything I felt for her.A month later, she returns, telling me news that rocks me to my core. She’s pregnant. Every cell in my body screams, Mine.Welcome back to Rose Valley. This book is a standalone in an interconnected series. less