The Aster Series by Julia Eichenlaub

BeccaFor years, I have been searching for a home that is truly mine. When I bought a dilapidated house in our quaint town, Axel, the town's notorious grump, stepped in without hesitation. He offered his expertise and a bond I didn't expect. As we navigated the renovations together, that bond deepened into a love I never saw coming. Our happiness was rocked when a man with a sinister agenda targeted me for taking something of his... moreBeccaFor years, I have been searching for a home that is truly mine. When I bought a dilapidated house in our quaint town, Axel, the town's notorious grump, stepped in without hesitation. He offered his expertise and a bond I didn't expect. As we navigated the renovations together, that bond deepened into a love I never saw coming. Our happiness was rocked when a man with a sinister agenda targeted me for taking something of his.AxelWhen she asked for help with an old house, I never expected it would lead to so much more. But beneath the newfound love, shadows lurked. Someone was determined to take something from her. With each new threat, I found myself not only fighting to safeguard her home but also guarding the love blossoming between us. I would stop at nothing to protect what is mine. less

AnnabelleMoving to Aster was undoubtedly the best decision I had ever made. I landed a great job, a cozy apartment over a bookstore, and had forged genuine friendships for the first time in my life. Just when I was settling in and starting a promising relationship with the town’s most sought-after bachelor, my wayward brother resurfaced in my life again... moreAnnabelleMoving to Aster was undoubtedly the best decision I had ever made. I landed a great job, a cozy apartment over a bookstore, and had forged genuine friendships for the first time in my life. Just when I was settling in and starting a promising relationship with the town’s most sought-after bachelor, my wayward brother resurfaced in my life again. To make matters worse, I had the feeling that someone hid in the shadows, watching me…TroyKeeping an eye on Annabelle had turned into my obsession. From the moment I caught sight of her through the bookstore window, I was captivated. But there was someone else lurking in the shadows, ready to tear us apart. In Aster, I was known as the cheerful jokester, always ready with a smile. Little did they know that beneath that facade lay a man determined to ensure that Annabelle remained only mine to watch. less

PeytonI was instantly drawn to him...right until he opened his mouth. Justin was cold, closed off, and wanted nothing to do with me. Only me. So, I returned the favor. Even as our circles tightened and we were together almost every week for one reason or another. But his daughter needed help navigating the pre-teen chaos and I'm the one he trusts with her. He was still maddeningly handsome, still stubborn... morePeytonI was instantly drawn to him...right until he opened his mouth. Justin was cold, closed off, and wanted nothing to do with me. Only me. So, I returned the favor. Even as our circles tightened and we were together almost every week for one reason or another. But his daughter needed help navigating the pre-teen chaos and I'm the one he trusts with her. He was still maddeningly handsome, still stubborn. Yet somehow, between late night calls and early morning drop-ins, I found myself wanting something more than I swore I ever would.JustinPeyton was never supposed to mean this much. To me or my daughter.I made a mistake the moment I met her; a snap judgement I've regretted since. She was loud where I was quiet. Quick to anger where I was steady. More stubborn than anyone I had ever met before. But as I spent time with her I saw the she was smart, strong, and loyal to a fault. As we learned each other and tended to the spark between us, Aster was hit with a string of arsons. Each one worse than the last. I feared for the safety of my town, my daughter, and the woman that was now mine to love. less