Cottages on Ocean Breeze

“Walls were in place for reasons. You didn’t reach through them.” Attorney and single mom Sage Martin has the family she always wanted—no thanks to Gray Bartholomew, her ex-fiancé. Her adopted young daughter, Leigh, almost makes her forget their scandalous broken engagement. But now the handsome veterinarian is back in Ocean Breeze and hiding out from a scandal of his own. Ten years hasn’t dimmed their sizzling attraction. Nor has it transformed child-shy Gray into father material. But when Sage is in his strong arms, watching him interact with her toddler, she yearns for a second act. Maybe a little Christmas magic—and a lot of love—will warm Gray’s reluctant heart! From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. The Cottages on Ocean Breeze Book 1: Her Christmas Wish

Helping her best friend is a no-brainer Unfortunately, so is falling for him Aside from a spontaneous kiss at his sister's wedding, Scott Martin and Iris Shiprock's relationship has remained firmly, safely, in the friend zone. And why not? They're both confident, independent commitment-phobes. But when a surfing accident leaves Scott in need of 24/7 care, Iris moves in to help...exposing the lingering attraction simmering beneath the surface. Learning to rely on someone is hard for Scott, and Iris finds that caring for her stubborn best friend is almost impossible without falling for him. But with a strong foundation, and two meddling dogs, anything can happen!