Windswept Series by Alexandra Ayres

She’s sworn off love. He’s hiding the one thing that could ruin everything. What could possibly go wrong? Juliette Miller’s heart has already been shattered once, and she’s in no rush to let anyone do it again. A solo escape to the Scottish Highlands promises fresh air, quiet mornings, and zero emotional entanglements. Until she nearly runs over Knox MacKenzie. All rugged charm and easy smiles, Knox is impossible to ignore... moreShe’s sworn off love. He’s hiding the one thing that could ruin everything. What could possibly go wrong? Juliette Miller’s heart has already been shattered once, and she’s in no rush to let anyone do it again. A solo escape to the Scottish Highlands promises fresh air, quiet mornings, and zero emotional entanglements. Until she nearly runs over Knox MacKenzie. All rugged charm and easy smiles, Knox is impossible to ignore. But behind that disarming grin is a secret big enough to upend Juliette’s fragile peace. And when the truth finally surfaces, it sends her running from the one thing she never saw coming. With an ocean between them, Juliette and Knox must confront the truths they’ve been avoiding. For her, it means learning to trust her heart again. For him, it’s risking everything for a second chance. Love isn’t easy, but sometimes the best things in life come after the storm. less

She's learning how to breathe again. He's the kind of thrill that could steal the air right out of her lungs. After years spent cleaning up someone else's mess, Bree Smith is finally free. A trip to Scotland for her best friend's engagement party is supposed to be a reset. No chaos, no drama, and absolutely no falling for her best friend's future brother-in-law. Callan MacKenzie is all sharp wit, devilish grins, and adrenaline-fueled risk... moreShe's learning how to breathe again. He's the kind of thrill that could steal the air right out of her lungs. After years spent cleaning up someone else's mess, Bree Smith is finally free. A trip to Scotland for her best friend's engagement party is supposed to be a reset. No chaos, no drama, and absolutely no falling for her best friend's future brother-in-law. Callan MacKenzie is all sharp wit, devilish grins, and adrenaline-fueled risk. But when he discovers the truth about Bree's last relationship, he becomes her unexpected anchor across the ocean. Long-distance is one thing-surviving a life-threatening accident is another. When Callan's reckless streak lands him in the hospital, Bree drops everything to be by his side. For her, it means facing down fear. For him, it's realizing he's found the one thing worth slowing down for. Healing takes courage. Giving your heart to someone takes nerve. And sometimes, love is the wildest ride of all. less

She’s everyone’s safe place. He’s spent years bracing for the next storm. And somewhere in their small Highland town, they stumble into the one thing they'd both stopped believing in. Lucy MacKenzie has never minded being the one people rely on. Between running her café and being the heart of her close-knit family, she’s made a home out of looking after others. But late at night, she can’t shake the fear that the future she’s always dreamed of is slipping out of reach... moreShe’s everyone’s safe place. He’s spent years bracing for the next storm. And somewhere in their small Highland town, they stumble into the one thing they'd both stopped believing in. Lucy MacKenzie has never minded being the one people rely on. Between running her café and being the heart of her close-knit family, she’s made a home out of looking after others. But late at night, she can’t shake the fear that the future she’s always dreamed of is slipping out of reach. Then Aidan Reid shows up in her café with his fierce four-year-old daughter. He’s new in town, guarded, and determined to keep his distance. Yet somehow, he keeps drifting into Lucy’s orbit. Just as hope starts to take shape, the past finds its way back in. The woman who walked out on Aidan suddenly wants another chance. As Lucy faces a turning point in her own life, she begins to wonder if there’s space for her in the family she’s grown to love. When all is said and done, they’ll learn that love isn’t about certainty at all. It’s about showing up, even when fear threatens to hold you back. less