When a preacher turned car salesman asks for her hand in a marriage of convenience, Ada Clyborne finds herself saying yes. Maybe because she’s in her mid-thirties with no prospective husband in sight, or maybe because there’s something about the man that strikes deep in the heart of her. Regardless, she always wanted a beautiful marriage like her parents and did not expect to be saying “I do” to a loveless lifetime union.Cash Johnson didn’t tell the Clyborn family he used to be a preacher, but had left the pulpit after being falsely accused by a young girl of unspeakable wrong. He was exonerated, since she was obviously lying, but it destroyed his faith in mankind and shook his faith in God, and he headed west where he did not expect to find a letter promising a billion dollars if he just got married and stayed.The marriage part was easier than he thought, but his wife is a daily reminder of the God he walked away from, and the billion dollars is a miracle even he can’t deny. Could God be working it all for his good and God’s glory, and could the preacher who left the Lord come back and fall in love, too? Read more

Hope, safety, and love await a woman on the run in this romantic suspense novel from an award-winning author.Englischer Sarah Miller escapes her captor by hiding in the buggy of an Amish carpenter. Joachim Burkholder is her only hope—and donning Plain clothing is the only way to keep safe and find her missing sister.But for Joachim, who’s just returning to the Amish, the forbidden Englischer is trouble. Trapping her kidnapper risks his life, but losing Sarah risks his heart.Amish Protectors seriesAmish RefugeUndercover AmishAmish RescueAmish Christmas Secrets Read more

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Two women at different stages of life find themselves on a journey of renewal after undergoing hardships in this uplifting novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber.“Wise, warm, witty, and charmingly full of hope, this story celebrates the surprising and unexpected ways that family, friendship, and love can lift us up.”—Kristin Hannah, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Four WindsJoan Sample is not living the life she expected. Now a widow and an empty-nester, she has become by her own admission something of a recluse. But after another birthday spent alone, she is finally inclined to listen to her sister, who has been begging Joan to reengage with the world. With Emmie’s support, Joan gathers the courage to take some long-awaited steps: hiring someone to tame her overgrown garden, joining a grief support group, and even renting out a room to a local college student. Before long Joan is starting to feel a little like herself again. Across town, Maggie Herbert works mornings as a barista, tending to impatient customers before rushing to afternoon nursing classes. She lives with her alcoholic father, ducking his temperamental outbursts and struggling to pay the household bills. But her circumstances brighten when she finds a room for rent in Joan’s home. In the unexpected warmth of her new situation, Maggie finds a glimmer of hope for a better life. But will Maggie’s budding attraction to one of her favorite customers ruin the harmony she’s only recently found with Joan? Meanwhile, what is Joan to make of the mysterious landscaper who’s been revitalizing her garden—a man who seems to harbor a past loss of his own?  As Maggie and Joan confront difficult life choices, they draw strength from this new friendship in surprising ways—discovering in the process that “found family” is often the very best kind. Read more

A heartwarming family saga that celebrates hope, sibling bonds, and small-town community. After her world was shaken to its foundations by the loss of her husband and the revelation of his gambling debts, Vivian Owens has finally found steady footing again. With The Lighthouse Grill thriving and her grown children all living nearby, she feels a renewed sense of lightness, energy, and optimism.She even starts to wonder if maybe it’s time to put herself out there again—especially when an older man named Alan starts showing up at the restaurant, lingering over his meals and flashing charming smiles her way.But Alan isn’t the pub’s only new patron. Terrence Rawlins—the no-nonsense health inspector whom Vivian has butted heads with more than once—also starts to stop by for meals from time to time, and Vivian is surprised to find that she actually enjoys bantering with him.Is it possible that both men are interested in her? Or are they each just looking for friendship? Is she really ready to open her heart again?But just as she’s about to throw caution to the wind, she finds out that one of them has been harboring a secret—a lie that could threaten the life she’s worked so hard to rebuild.As the Owens siblings rally around their mother, they’re each juggling their own milestones and setbacks. Dean’s health issues strain his relationship a bit, while Alexis seeks to satisfy a mystery pregnancy craving. And Julia realizes that Cooper is planning to ask her a very big question.No matter what comes their way, one truth will always remain: with the love and support of family, anything is possible.Take a trip to Rosewood Beach, where the water is warm, the sand is soft, and the Owens family is waiting to welcome you into their lives! This sweet and uplifting women’s fiction series is the perfect bookish escape. Read more

Nestled at the end of a tiny, cobbled backstreet, is a charming, careworn bakery, its doorstep scrubbed clean and pale green linen blinds neatly drawn. Every night, long after customers have gone and the last crumbs wiped from the shelves, a key turns in the lock. This is a haven, a place where a candle burns through the night for anyone feeling lost or lonely.Frankie, kneading dough through the night and shaping croissants to bake for morning, hopes the bakery will keep her safe from the heartbreak of her past. But what she hasn’t expected is to meet others who need to heal as much as she does.William appears one moonlit night. Forging his own new path following years of heartache, he begins to check in on Frankie nightly, his gentle smile letting her know he’s keeping an eye.Tam, lost and alone, stumbles upon the bakery and it becomes the one place where he can be himself.Beth, who nurses patients by night and her husband by day, is drawn in by the scent of freshly baked bread and warm sugar, with Frankie’s custard tarts the one bright spark in her long, lonely nights.Each of them finds comfort, companionship, and hope, as they begin to reveal secrets they’ve kept hidden for so long.But one night, Frankie finds a letter neatly folded on the countertop. As she unfolds the perfect creases, her heart plummets when she sees the scrawled writing: will everything she’s been working towards be undone in an instant?Can the four new friends fight for the place they love? Or will they lose the midnight bakery just when they need it most?Fans of The Last List of Mabel Beaumont, Sally Page and Amanda Prowse will adore this totally uplifting and page-turning novel of finding friendship and belonging in the most unexpected of places.What readers are saying about The Midnight Bakery:‘OMG!!! I ABSOLUTELY LOVE, LOVE, LOVED THIS BOOK, AN ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, STUNNING, EMOTIVE AND PAGE TURNING MUST READ!! BE STILL MY BEATING HEART!!!!... Absolutely addictive… Stunning!! This beautiful book has definitely just hit my favourite book this year!!!!... Just OMG!!! Absolutely brilliant!!! I mean seriously I cannot describe just how AMAZING this book is!!! I absolutely LOVED this addictive and emotive page turner!!! I honestly loved absolutely everything about it from the start to the end. An absolutely gorgeous read!! This book is just truly amazing in every single way… This book is definitely going to live rent free in my mind for a very, very long time! It captured my attention from the very first page and kept me glued to the pages until the very last word and definitely left me wanting more this is one gorgeous and unputdownable stunner ❤️!!!’bookwormwhitlock86, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Stole my heart at that very first page! This story is a treasure chest full of amazing characters. This phenomenal story had my attention from cover to cover. I couldn’t put it down…nor did I want to. I highly recommend this fantastic and unforgettable story. I LOVED this book!!!!’PageTurners, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘An absolute joy to read. Everything about this book was so good… I could almost smell the baking coming out of my kindle. This is the perfect read curled up in a chair with a cuppa and a slice of cake.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘In love with it… Held me in a cosy embrace… I couldn’t put this book down.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Amazing… I was totally hooked right from the beginning. Loved every minute of it’susannescott, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Loved this book! Read in one sitting. Couldn’t put it down’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read more

A riveting story of heroism, heartache, and the power of love to heal all wounds by New York Times bestselling author Charles Martin.Murphy Shepherd is a man with many secrets. He lives alone on an island, tending the grounds of a church with no parishioners, and he’s dedicated his life to rescuing those in peril. But as he mourns the loss of his mentor and friend, Murph himself may be more lost than he realizes. When he pulls a beautiful woman named Summer out of Florida’s Intracoastal Waterway, Murph’s mission to lay his mentor to rest at the end of the world takes a dangerous turn. Drawn to Summer, and desperate to find her missing daughter, Murph is pulled deeper and deeper into the dark and dangerous world of modern-day slavery. With help from some unexpected new friends, including a faithful Labrador he plucks from the ocean and an ex-convict named Clay, Murph must race against the clock to locate the girl before he is consumed by the secrets of his past—and the ghosts who tried to bury them. With Charles Martin’s trademark lyricism and poignant prose, The Water Keeper is at once a tender love story and a heartrending search for freedom.  “Charles Martin fans rejoice, because he’s done it again . . . a multilayered story woven together with grace and redemption, and packed tight with tension and achingly real characters.” —Lauren Denton, USA TODAY bestselling author of The HideawayPart of The Murphy Shepherd series:Book 1: The Water KeeperBook 2: The Letter Keeper  Book 3: The Record Keeper Coming July 2022!)Full-length novelIncludes discussion questions for book clubsAlso by Charles Martin: The Mountain Between Us, Send Down the Rain, Long Way Gone, When Crickets Cry, Chasing Fireflies Read more

A reluctant guardian. A determined spinster. A battle of wits that might just end in love.Former military officer Edward Halstead never imagined his quiet bachelor existence would be upended by the unexpected guardianship of a spirited young lady. When his late comrade’s daughter, Daphne Price, is placed in his care, Edward is faced with a challenge unlike any battlefield he has ever encountered, especially with her fiercely protective aunt, Felicity Price, staying in his home to ensure he doesn’t fail in his duty.Felicity has dedicated her life to her beloved niece, and she has no intention of leaving Daphne in the hands of a gruff and emotionally distant bachelor. If Edward Halstead believes he can simply house, feed, and marry off her niece without regard for her well-being, he is sorely mistaken. Felicity will remain at Briarwood House as long as necessary to ensure Daphne’s future and to make certain Edward doesn’t ruin it. After all, she doesn't want her niece to end up a spinster...like Felicity.With Felicity and Edward at odds over Daphne’s upbringing, propriety, and the girl’s future, tension sparks and tempers flare. Yet, beneath the clashes and differences of opinion, an undeniable attraction grows. As Daphne’s entrance into Society looms and Edward’s past resurfaces in unexpected ways, Felicity and Edward must decide if their partnership is merely one of convenience or if love has been the lesson they’ve both been waiting to learn.Perfect for fans of witty banter, slow-burn romance, and fiercely independent heroines, A Bachelor's Lessons in Love is a Regency romance filled with heart, humor, and unexpected love. Part of the Bachelors of Blackstone's series, the books may be read and enjoyed in any order. Read more

When there’s no escaping the plans life has for you…Beckett McCarthy’s beloved Gran always taught him to find magic in mundane, everyday things. But since she died, he no longer feels any magic.In fact, he feels nothing at all.So, when he has an opportunity to spend a summer abroad in Serendipity Springs, he’s expecting little more than a change in scenery.Until Keeley Roberts—quite literally—falls into his life.From their first chaotic encounter in a stuck elevator, Beckett and Keeley can’t seem to stay apart.Not that Becks is complaining. He’s enchanted by his beautiful, feisty new neighbor; drawn to her in a way he can’t explain... until they discover an invisible string that’s been connecting them all this time.It’s as if fate itself has conspired to bring them together.But with Beckett soon returning to Ireland and Keeley’s dream job hanging by a thread, is fate enough to keep their love alive… or will they need a little magic?The Escape Plan is a standalone book in the Only Magic in the Building series. These closed door, whimsical romance books are all set in the same historic building, which has a habit of playing matchmaker with its residents. There are light magical elements, but no spells, shifters, or dark magic of any kind. Read more

"Everyone deserves a second chance... unless they're a murderer."From Amazon #1 Best-Selling AuthorNaomi Brennon is ready for a fresh start. After a career-ending scandal and a painful divorce, purchasing her aunt's charming beachside inn in Crescent Bay, Florida seems like the perfect escape. With contractor Ryan Hart by her side, renovating the property could be the distraction she desperately needs.Until a neighbor's whispered warning changes everything: "He killed his wife, you know."What began as a peaceful new chapter quickly becomes a minefield of secrets and suspicion. The townspeople are convinced Ryan got away with murder 10 years ago, but something about him makes Naomi doubt their stories. As she digs deeper into his past—breaking a promise she made not to pry—she uncovers more questions than answers.The closer Naomi gets to the truth, the harder it is to ignore her growing feelings for Ryan. But can she trust a man whose past is shrouded in mystery? And when Ryan discovers her betrayal, she may lose the one person who makes Crescent Bay feel like home.This is Book 2 in the Southwest Florida series, a captivating beachside romance full of small-town secrets, second chances, and the courage to trust your heart even when everyone tells you not to...Scroll up to begin reading now! Read more

A heartwarming family saga about the bond between siblings, laughter, love, and new beginnings. Julia Owens never planned to return to her hometown of Rosewood Beach. Her life in New York, working long hours at a high-powered ad agency, is exactly what she always dreamed of.But when she loses her job and then learns that her father has passed away, everything changes. Drawn back to the small coastal town for the funeral, she reunites with her mother and three siblings, only to discover some shocking news: their father’s hidden gambling debts have left The Lighthouse Grill, their beloved family restaurant, on the brink of ruin.Determined to help her mother save the restaurant from a rival family eager to swoop in, Julia settles in for what she believes will be a short stay. But every day spent with her siblings—as well as her run-ins with the ruggedly handsome single dad next door—make her question the big-city ambitions she once held so tightly.Cooper Harris, the charming father of a rambunctious two-year-old girl, is exactly the kind of distraction Julia insists she doesn’t need. But as chance encounters lead to an unexpected friendship—and maybe something more—she starts to wonder if there’s room in her carefully planned future for a man raising a toddler.With her mother reeling from the new revelations and her siblings juggling their own secrets, Julia throws herself into preserving The Lighthouse Grill and her family’s legacy. As she does, she begins to realize that sometimes the path you never thought you’d take… is exactly where you belong.Take a trip to Rosewood Beach, where the water is warm, the sand is soft, and the Owens family is waiting to welcome you into their lives! This sweet and uplifting women’s fiction series is the perfect bookish escape. Read more

There's Trouble Up North...Meet Doyle, who finds peril in paradise in this rivals romance, book 3 in the Minnesota Kingston series by USA Today bestselling author Susan May WarrenWhen love and danger collide, paradise plays by its own rules.When Tiana Pepper lands on the lush island of Mariposa, she just wants to put her sad past behind her. Her goal is a new beginning as fundraiser and director of Hope House, a local orphanage.Except she’s not the director. She’s co-director, and nobody told her she’d have to work with an impulsive, out-of-bounds, depend on his charm, annoying disaster rescuer, named Doyle Kingston.She can run this show on her own, thanks.Doyle Kingston, bearing the weight of his own grief, arrives at Hope House ready to leave behind a history of loss. He hopes to find forever homes for these orphans, and the last thing he expects is to have to work with a woman who thinks she’s the boss of this island paradise.And yet…they have problems.Like becoming the target of a local gang.And boss, Billionaire Declan Stone has invited his fancy friends to the island to see Hope House up close, in hopes they’ll donate and get the orphanage on its feet. So…please, could they work together?And wouldn’t you know it but among the donors is a treasure hunter who believes a pirate left a stash under Hope House. What-ever.Then an earthquake rocks the island, kids go missing and Tia and Doyle have no choice but trust each other if they hope to save the children and each other.Doyle is a pulse-pounding romantic suspense featuring rivals turned rescuers, where opposites attract amidst peril in paradise, are two hearts scarred by tragedy just might find a second chance at true love.The Minnesota KingstonsBook1: JackBook 2: ConradBook 3: DoyleBook 4: AustenBook 5: Steinbeck Read more

I’m a runaway princess. He’s a Hollywood heartthrob. What could possibly go wrong?Being a princess means living by 1200+ rules—I've counted them all in my leather-bound journal—including Rule #124: "No climbing trees" and Rule #592: "A princess must never leave the palace without security detail." So when I swap my tiara for a goth disguise and escape the palace for a grand adventure as "Amy," I'm breaking every royal protocol imaginable.Hiding from paparazzi in a costume shop, I meet a gorgeous American stranger who's also on the run. Suddenly I'm making disastrous coffee at a pink café, sharing a lakeside mansion with "Maverick"—aka Hollywood star Ethan Roberts in disguise—and developing feelings that make my heart perform gymnastics. Which was definitely not covered in my princess rule book.Ethan's gotten into the habit of rescuing me—from online con artists, espresso machine explosions, and even breaking Rule #124 when I climbed a tree right to the top, … and promptly got stuck. But as our friendship blooms into something wonderfully more, our carefully constructed facades begin to crack, and our new relationship hangs in the balance.Can a runaway princess and an actor hiding from fame find their happily-ever-after, or will duty force us back to our separate spotlight lives?In this dizzyingly romantic modern royal romcom for grown-ups, find out what happens when a Hollywood heartthrob meets a princess who wants to break all the rules... The Royal Runaway is a closed-door romance with all the sizzle but without the spice, and a guaranteed happily ever after. It’s Book 3 in the royal romance series, Royally Kissed, and can be read as a standalone. Read more

Nearly 500,000 copies sold! | A Southern Living Book of the Month SelectionFrom New York Times bestselling author Charles Martin comes the moving story of a heart surgeon who's hiding his own heart, a little girl whose heart won't last much longer, and a shared journey toward healing for both of them--for fans looks for the emotional depth of Fredrik Backman and the Southern atmosphere of Delia Owens.It begins on the shaded town square in a sleepy Southern town. A spirited seven-year-old has a brisk business at her lemonade stand. But the little girl's pretty yellow dress can't quite hide the ugly scar on her chest.Her latest customer, a bearded stranger, drains his cup and heads to his car, his mind on a boat he's restoring at a nearby lake. The stranger understands more about the scar than he wants to admit. And the beat-up bread truck careening around the corner with its radio blaring is about to change the trajectory of both their lives.Before it's over, they'll both know there are painful reasons why crickets cry . . . and that miracles lurk around unexpected corners.With its beautiful, lyrical writing, engaging characters who stick with you, and a storyline that will touch your own heart, it's no wonder why so many readers adore When Crickets Cry."If you read any book this year, this is the one." --Coffee Time Romance"Charming characters and twists that keep the pages turning." --Southern Living Read more

Fake dating a disgraced pro hockey player wasn’t in the cards. Neither was falling in love with him for real. Being a female mechanic has it’s flaws. The sweet-talking hockey player who thinks I’m here to flirt with him instead of fix his car is proof.Thanks to my broken heart, Chance McLanely’s crystal blue eyes and charming smiles don’t—ahem—barely affect me.I fix his flashy Lamborghini, drop him off and expect to never see him again. Except he’s at my garage the next day, asking me to jumpstart his career instead of his car.And what do I get in exchange for our little ruse?Publicity for my new garage and the sweet, sweet taste of revenge… as my cheating ex sees me getting fawned over by his favorite hockey player.But Chance is a little too good at fake-fawning.And fake dating.And fake kissing.A star athlete like him could never like a woman like me, so why is he looking at me like I’m more than just his mechanic? Read more

He’s a man with a secret. She’s honest to a fault—and about to blow his cover.Alice Taylor is ready to leave her small-town life behind and start fresh. When the opportunity to work for billionaire Billy Baxter—who’s launching a professional soccer team—lands in her lap, she jumps at the chance.Adventure, a new city, and a career? Yes, please.Only Alice didn’t plan on Will.Ridiculously sexy, effortlessly charming, and annoyingly professional, Will is her supervisor—the gatekeeper between Alice and her elusive boss. Trying to keep her focus on the job is hard enough, but resisting Will? Nearly impossible.Sparks fly, office boundaries blur, and Alice finds herself head over heels in a relationship she’s not allowed to be in. What Alice doesn’t know is that behind Will’s witty smile and irresistible charm is a secret—one he’s guarded for years.One Alice is about to expose.Alice Taylor Is More Than A Princess is a closed door, laugh out loud romcom. In this book expect off-page death of parents and a neglectful parent. Also expect swoony kisses, moments that will make you giggle, and a lovely happy ending--without any explicit scenes. Read more

A feel-good family saga about second chances and the bond between siblings.As a blanket of snow covers Rosewood Beach, the Owens family is busier than ever. Determined to give everyone in town a place to celebrate the holidays, they decide to host a Christmas gathering at the restaurant. But to Vivian’s dismay, their plans are put in jeopardy when the local health inspector insists they fix the vents at The Lighthouse Grill first.For Hazel, helping to plan the party has been a welcome distraction. After focusing on herself and spending time with her daughter, she’s convinced that she’s finally moved past her crush on Jacob, the local handyman who seems forever out of reach.When Jacob offers to help fix the pub’s ventilation system, Hazel is relieved to find that she’s perfectly relaxed around him. Now that she knows he’s off the market, the nerves she used to feel around him have evaporated, and she can actually enjoy his company as a friend. After all, he’s dating someone else… or so she thinks.As they spend hours working and laughing together, Hazel realizes that Jacob might not be taken after all. Suddenly, the feelings she thought she’d buried come roaring back—along with the nerves and self-doubt. Will she find the courage to take the leap this time?Meanwhile, Alexis discovers she’s pregnant just as she launches her fledgling jewelry business, Grayson proves how far he’s come as a supportive husband, and Julia grapples with missing her old career in New York… until she realizes that embracing the holiday spirit might be just the thing she needs.Take a trip to Rosewood Beach, where the water is warm, the sand is soft, and the Owens family is waiting to welcome you into their lives! This sweet and uplifting women’s fiction series is the perfect bookish escape. Read more

Carly Catterson has one rule: never date a coworker again.After her last office romance ended in humiliation—complete with a public breakup and a change in careers—Carly swore off love in the workplace. And especially love with Nate Farnsworth, the infuriatingly charming office rival at her new job.But when Nate needs a fake girlfriend to fool his parents, and Carly needs a way to make her ex squirm, a mutually beneficial arrangement is born. The plan is simple: fake smiles, staged hand-holding, and absolutely no real feelings involved.Only, somewhere between stolen glances and too-convincing kisses, Carly starts to see a side of Nate she never expected—kind, funny, and not at all the enemy she thought.But where does that leave the mystery pen pal who’s been her anonymous confidant for months? The one who actually understands her?With their fake dating deal nearing the end and a scheduled meeting with her pen pal on the horizon, Carly has to decide. Go back on her rule and risk her heart with Nate, or walk away from the online guy who knows her best.Never With You brings all the tension and sizzling chemistry without language or explicit scenes. It's book one in the Always Say Never Series. Read more

Wynn Harbor Inn is an inspirational series…an emotional journey about second chances, weaving together the bonds of family, the strength of friendships and the healing power of home—set on the unforgettable shores of Mackinac Island. Read more

Six months to find love. One overprotective menace (who’s way too handsome for his own good). And a building that might have the final say.Scarlett Fernsby holds the world record for shortest relationships. Mostly thanks to overprotective parents and an interfering brother, every attempt at dating has been a disaster.When her whole family is out of town for six glorious months, she knows it's time to find love.What she didn't count on was Wade Hendrix. Her older brother's best friend.He's even worse than her brother. He's soon crashing every date of hers, and Scarlett's beginning to wonder if he's made it his life's mission to annoy her.Wade is a firefighter with a hero complex; she doesn't want to be his pity problem. Especially when she's starting to misinterpret those fiery looks of his.Scarlett doesn't know what to do with this newfound attraction to him, and though she'd like to scrub him out of her life, the building she lives in has a very different plan.Wade Hendrix has a problem. His best friend asked him to keep an eye on his little sister. But Wade has trouble keeping his eyes off of her.What starts out as a favor for his best friend soon turns into pure torture: watching Scarlett date other men right in front of him.Wade would love to tell her how he feels—but he knows she doesn't feel the same.Or does she?After an especially disastrous date that Wade ruins—and with the help of a very special mop that likes to grant wishes—Scarlett tells Wade that he owes her a goodnight kiss.But one kiss isn’t enough. Wade wants forever. Now he just has to convince Scarlett that just maybe, love has been right in front of her all along.Clean Out of Luck is a standalone book in the Only Magic in the Building series. These closed door, whimsical romance books are all set in the same historic building, which has a habit of playing matchmaker with its residents. There are light magical elements, but no spells, shifters, or dark magic of any kind. Read more

There are some lines friends should never cross…right?Status quo might as well be Dashiell Cabot’s middle name. He has a job he loves, a billion dollars in the bank, and a best friend named Iris who keeps his personal life running smoothly. Why would he ever want to change any of that? But when Iris Jacobs tells him she’s quitting and returning to culinary school, Dash’s beloved status quo is thrown into chaos. Even worse? The thought of her departure is forcing him to realize his feelings for her might extend beyond the friend zone.Iris wants more out of life than taking care of Dash. She always has. And even though she could never repay him for everything he’s done for her, she can no longer afford to protect his precious status quo at the expense of her own dreams. She has no choice but to leave…unless he can give her a compelling—and possibly romantic—reason to stay.They’ve always been just friends. That was their deal. But when all is said and done, something will be broken—either their deal…or their hearts. Read more