Secret Intimate Journeys Series by Aven Blair

In 1948, 46-year-old Hollywood Actress Ingrid Mercer returns home to Savannah to settle her late mother’s estate. At the airport, she is greeted by the beautiful and charming 28-year-old Emery Wilde, the daughter of Ingrid’s childhood best friend, Lillian. The moment they reunite, the chemistry between them is electric, rekindling the connection they’ve shared for years... moreIn 1948, 46-year-old Hollywood Actress Ingrid Mercer returns home to Savannah to settle her late mother’s estate. At the airport, she is greeted by the beautiful and charming 28-year-old Emery Wilde, the daughter of Ingrid’s childhood best friend, Lillian. The moment they reunite, the chemistry between them is electric, rekindling the connection they’ve shared for years. As they share champagne and reminisce about the past, Ingrid reveals that she is a lesbian—a confession that ignites a forbidden yet passionate connection between them. Emery, who has secretly loved Ingrid since her teenage years and once slipped her a love note at a Savannah party 12 years earlier, is determined to pursue the woman she’s admired for so long.As their bond deepens, Ingrid, torn between her Hollywood career and the idea of moving back to Savannah, suggests a romantic transcontinental train journey to explore their burgeoning love. When Ingrid shares their plans with Lillian, she is met with shock and disappointment. The revelation of their relationship feels like a betrayal of her lifelong friendship with Ingrid and the mother-daughter bond she cherishes with Emery.During their train voyage, Ingrid and Emery bask in the romance of their journey, enjoying the snow-covered landscapes and luxurious hotel suites. As their bond deepens, Ingrid finds herself unexpectedly confronted with the possibility of reclaiming the spotlight she thought was fading. Yet, even as the allure of a revived career beckons, she remains committed to Emery. Still, the question can their love withstand the pull of the world Ingrid once knew? less

Renowned 51-year-old fashion photographer Laura Lomax, celebrated for her success and commanding presence, still yearns for a love she let slip away. In 1949, to reignite that fiery connection, she hires 30-year-old Erin Winslow, a stunning pilot and former model, to fly her and her crew to Maine for a high-profile winter shoot for the high-end brand Victor Voss. While the shoot is vital for her career, Laura’s true motive is to rekindle the intense, passionate bond they once shared... moreRenowned 51-year-old fashion photographer Laura Lomax, celebrated for her success and commanding presence, still yearns for a love she let slip away. In 1949, to reignite that fiery connection, she hires 30-year-old Erin Winslow, a stunning pilot and former model, to fly her and her crew to Maine for a high-profile winter shoot for the high-end brand Victor Voss. While the shoot is vital for her career, Laura’s true motive is to rekindle the intense, passionate bond they once shared.Erin, with her handsomely gorgeous presence and scars from a past plane crash, has built a new life as a successful pilot but still bears the sting of Laura’s rejection. Despite her lingering hurt, Erin treats Laura with the same warmth and tenderness of their past. As they explore the breathtaking Maine winter, their undeniable chemistry reignites, leading to a steamy, emotional journey of reconnection and healing.When a model falls ill and Erin steps back into the spotlight, she confronts her abandoned career and the smoldering feelings that never faded. Amidst the high-stakes shoot and winter’s allure, Laura and Erin face their unresolved emotions, navigate their age gap, and surrender to the electric attraction that still burns.Will this second chance allow them to heal old wounds, embrace their steamy connection, and rediscover the love that has always simmered just beneath the surface?A tantalizingly sweet and spicy travel romance about rekindling passion, emotional healing, and embracing a connection that was never truly lost. less

In this lesbian Age Gap Romance Novella set in 1949, Helena, a CCO, and Alex, a woman reinventing herself after a dark past, are drawn together again in a passionate and transformative love affair.Helena—At 52, I’ve dedicated my life to building Victor Voss, never expecting anyone to stir my heart so deeply—let alone set it on fire. But when Alex and I reunite in a Savannah hotel lounge, everything shifts... moreIn this lesbian Age Gap Romance Novella set in 1949, Helena, a CCO, and Alex, a woman reinventing herself after a dark past, are drawn together again in a passionate and transformative love affair.Helena—At 52, I’ve dedicated my life to building Victor Voss, never expecting anyone to stir my heart so deeply—let alone set it on fire. But when Alex and I reunite in a Savannah hotel lounge, everything shifts. She was a model for me years ago, but now, at 32, she’s a woman who utterly captivates me, igniting a desire I can’t deny. Her presence moves me in ways I never saw coming, and I can’t seem to stop myself from wanting more..Her raven hair and midnight eyes pull me in from the moment I see her, an irresistible force I can’t escape. She overwhelms me with sentimental gifts, and our late-night phone calls from her farmhouse in Chattanooga leave me hungrier for more, each conversation deepening the connection between us. I feel the weight of something she's hiding, but it doesn’t stop me from falling—hard and completely. The way she makes me feel—cherished, desired—has me rethinking everything I thought I knew about love.Alex—At 32, I never expected to find myself back in Helena’s world. She was the art director behind Victor Voss, the powerful woman who shaped so much of my career. I never thought I’d get a chance with her. But when we reunite in a Savannah hotel lounge, everything changes.Her presence is magnetic—her steel-blue eyes, her confidence—drawing me in instantly. I’m determined to show her my feelings, showering her with gifts and late-night telephone calls from my farmhouse in Chattanooga. I’m starting fresh, breaking away from a dark past, and launching my own line of jewelry. But I’m hiding parts of myself, secrets I’m not ready to share. I can only hope that the love we’re building now can withstand my past—and the depth of my unspoken love. less