Someone, Somewhere Series by Grace Turner

How long can a person resist temptation? Especially when it’s living under the same roof.Theo Wilde had nowhere to go. A junior in college with no money to his name, he had no choice but to take his best friend, Ryder Calaway, up on his offer: to stay with him and his mom in Ryder’s childhood home. The idyllic suburban neighborhood was the last place Theo expected to end up. And the last place he wanted to be. Until her... moreHow long can a person resist temptation? Especially when it’s living under the same roof.Theo Wilde had nowhere to go. A junior in college with no money to his name, he had no choice but to take his best friend, Ryder Calaway, up on his offer: to stay with him and his mom in Ryder’s childhood home. The idyllic suburban neighborhood was the last place Theo expected to end up. And the last place he wanted to be. Until her.Natalie Calaway didn’t hesitate when her son asked if his best friend could stay with them for an indefinite period of time. All she knew was his name—Theo—and that he had nowhere else to go. Still, she wouldn’t say no.Until she laid eyes on the man who invaded her house and realized she probably should have. Two seconds in, and she already regretted her decision. Especially when Ryder receives the internship offer of a lifetime across the country. Leaving Theo and Natalie living alone. And alone is a scary place to be. Alone together, it’s harder—nearly impossible—to resist the intense, ever-growing attraction between them. Even if it’s bound to end horribly. Even if it’s messy and forbidden and wrong. less

She’s eleven years older and all he’s ever wanted. Oh, and his mom’s best friend.With college graduation imminent, Ryder Calaway is only looking forward. A new job and a new apartment are on the horizon, but his version of the future also includes Caroline Grant—the woman he’s been pining after for eight long years and his mom’s best friend.But Caroline is more focused on running her business than she is with her love life. Actually, she can’t even say the word “love” without cringing... moreShe’s eleven years older and all he’s ever wanted. Oh, and his mom’s best friend.With college graduation imminent, Ryder Calaway is only looking forward. A new job and a new apartment are on the horizon, but his version of the future also includes Caroline Grant—the woman he’s been pining after for eight long years and his mom’s best friend.But Caroline is more focused on running her business than she is with her love life. Actually, she can’t even say the word “love” without cringing. Men are great for a night, but nothing more. It’s a rule that’s protected her once-broken heart and one she doesn’t plan to break.Until an unexpected run-in with Ryder leaves her flustered. She’d guessed at his feelings—at his crush—but finally, he admitted in no uncertain terms that he wants her. And in the heat of the moment, she unwittingly confesses that the attraction isn’t one-sided.Still, Caroline isn’t willing to bend her rule. But Ryder wants her anyway. Whatever she’s willing to give, he will humbly and eagerly accept. Making it impossible for Caroline to resist.Because none of the reasons why it’s wrong make a difference when it feels so right. less