Wattle Junction Series by Emma Mugglestone

Billie’s the one woman Wyatt can’t have. And she’s the only one he wants. No one knows more secrets than a bartender. Just ask Wyatt Andrews. The manager of the Wattle Junction Hotel has plenty of his own and hears about everything that happens in the small town. Determined to make up for his past mistakes, there’s nothing he won’t do for his family or community. Which is why he reluctantly agrees to take part in a charity bachelor auction... moreBillie’s the one woman Wyatt can’t have. And she’s the only one he wants. No one knows more secrets than a bartender. Just ask Wyatt Andrews. The manager of the Wattle Junction Hotel has plenty of his own and hears about everything that happens in the small town. Determined to make up for his past mistakes, there’s nothing he won’t do for his family or community. Which is why he reluctantly agrees to take part in a charity bachelor auction. Billie Winnick loves everything about Wattle Junction, the magical place she’s lived in all her life. In the wake of some surprising career news, Billie vows to start checking things off her bucket list. First thing: taking chances and asking out Wyatt, AKA the man of her dreams. The tax deductible donation is just a bonus. Thrown together by two meddling matriarchs for a romantic date, will Wyatt and Billie finally give in to their simmering chemistry? less

Never let the truth get in the way of a good story. That’s a life lesson Alice Aspinall, a reality TV starlet trapped in a fake marriage, has learnt the hard way. When her carefully curated life explodes, she flees to the small town of Wattle Junction. Trying to reinvent herself—again—while learning to stand on her own two feet is complicated and so are her feelings for her hot, new lawyer. Owen James is a helper, despite what people say about his serious personality... moreNever let the truth get in the way of a good story. That’s a life lesson Alice Aspinall, a reality TV starlet trapped in a fake marriage, has learnt the hard way. When her carefully curated life explodes, she flees to the small town of Wattle Junction. Trying to reinvent herself—again—while learning to stand on her own two feet is complicated and so are her feelings for her hot, new lawyer. Owen James is a helper, despite what people say about his serious personality. He’s recently moved home to set up his law firm with a focus on making sure everyone who needs legal advice gets it. Think of him as Legal Aid … but with better biceps, two mortgages and a conscience that keeps him up at night. Another thing stealing his sleep? The sparkly, pretty newcomer who drives him up the wall while constantly surprising him. As Alice and Owen’s attraction heats up and they get to know each other—and themselves—will they be able to see the reality right in front of them? Or will they remain blind to the truth? less

Things aren’t always what they seem. Everyone in Wattle Junction knows about shy social worker Eloise Hamilton’s dream to travel the world. But here’s the the idea of leaving the small town she’s long called home makes her nauseous. So does the fact that her career to-do list is getting bigger by the day, her brother’s ridiculously over-the-top wedding is rapidly approaching and the only guy she’s ever wanted sees her as nothing more than a friend... moreThings aren’t always what they seem. Everyone in Wattle Junction knows about shy social worker Eloise Hamilton’s dream to travel the world. But here’s the the idea of leaving the small town she’s long called home makes her nauseous. So does the fact that her career to-do list is getting bigger by the day, her brother’s ridiculously over-the-top wedding is rapidly approaching and the only guy she’s ever wanted sees her as nothing more than a friend. It’s also widely known that retired professional athlete-turned-author Nate James craves a quiet life. So what if he can’t keep his gaze off his best friend’s little sister. Nothing can ever happen with Eloise for so many reasons, especially when his new life is built on secrets. He’s determined to learn how to be content with what he has and stop dreaming about what—or who—he really wants. But when new opportunities arise and circumstances keep throwing them together, can these two find a way to become the main characters in the love story they’ve always wished for? less