Roots Series by Jenna Rogers

She came to the small town of Roots with a plan. Living with a handsome cowboy? Definitely not part of the plan. Olivia After my senior manager suggested I take time off for my mental health, I headed to the small town of Roots, TX to reassure my parents my anxiety is under control. On my first night in town, an unexpected plumbing accident lands me in the home of Rhett Lawson, a rugged cowboy with a gentle heart. The more I’m around Rhett, the harder it becomes to leave Roots... moreShe came to the small town of Roots with a plan. Living with a handsome cowboy? Definitely not part of the plan. Olivia After my senior manager suggested I take time off for my mental health, I headed to the small town of Roots, TX to reassure my parents my anxiety is under control. On my first night in town, an unexpected plumbing accident lands me in the home of Rhett Lawson, a rugged cowboy with a gentle heart. The more I’m around Rhett, the harder it becomes to leave Roots. But with a promotion waiting for me back in the city—and people counting on me to return—how can I possibly balance my own happiness with everyone else’s expectations? Rhett When I promised Olivia’s parents I’d let her stay with me, I didn’t expect to like the woman who’s kept her parents at a distance for years. What started as a favor to the couple who became my chosen family has turned into something far more complicated. Now, I’m the co-owner of a ninety-pound rescue dog, and I can’t get my new roommate out of my head. After losing so much in the past, I swore I’d never open myself up to love again, but the walls I’ve built around my heart are crumbling, and I fear there’s no way to put them back up. less

Go to a concert. Check. Attend a ranching conference. Check. Fall in love with my brother’s best friend. Not on the list…but check.LaurenIn hindsight, trying to kiss my brother’s best friend after three glasses of whiskey wasn’t my brightest idea. I came into the bar to escape my cheating ex-fiancé, my dad’s health crisis, and the pressure of keeping my family’s ranch afloat, but Jax Greer was behind the counter, playing the noble protector like always... moreGo to a concert. Check. Attend a ranching conference. Check. Fall in love with my brother’s best friend. Not on the list…but check.LaurenIn hindsight, trying to kiss my brother’s best friend after three glasses of whiskey wasn’t my brightest idea. I came into the bar to escape my cheating ex-fiancé, my dad’s health crisis, and the pressure of keeping my family’s ranch afloat, but Jax Greer was behind the counter, playing the noble protector like always. He’s known as the biggest flirt in Texas and is easily the last person I should turn to for comfort. Still, when he punches my ex and tells me I deserve better, I no longer want quiet solitude. I want Jax.JaxThere are rules when it comes to kissing your best friend’s sister, and all of them end with don’t do it. Throw in my past of not protecting those I love, and there’s no way I could kiss Lauren when she leans in. But I’ve loved Lauren since the moment I met her, and I hate the lost look in her eyes, so I help her make a bucket list to rediscover herself. As we take swing dance lessons, work on her ranch, and share a bed after a hotel mix-up, it feels like I’m on the brink of everything I’ve ever wanted. Except Lauren wants to keep our relationship a secret, and I’m terrified it means even she knows I’m not enough. less