On Hold

Having it all is a fantasy, right? Chloe Browne knows all about fantasy. Fantasy is her job. And she's very, very good at what she does. As director of design for the O Spa chain, a sophisticated women's club that is trending its way into being the Next Big Thing, Chloe's ready to take on the world. One baby at a time. Her home study's done, and she's about to adopt, a thirty-something single mother by choice. Who needs to put her life on hold for the right guy when the right baby is waiting for her? Besides, talk about fantasy. The right guy? Pfft. Right. And then in walks Nick Grafton, with those commanding sapphire eyes and wavy blonde hair and a sophisticated mouth that only smiles for her. He's perfect. But the last thing Nick wants is to start fresh with a new baby as his college-age kids fly the coop. A single father for more than fifteen years after his wife walked out on her family, Nick finally tastes freedom. But he likes the taste of Chloe more. “Our Options Have Changed” is a full-length standalone contemporary romance by New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Julia Kent and journalist-turned-fiction-writer Elisa Reed. It is a loose spinoff from Julia Kent's “Shopping for a Billionaire” series, with cameo appearances from favorite characters.

Having it all is a fantasy, right? Carrie Shelton thought her boyfriend was too good to be true. Her best friend's brother? A guy who loved antiquing? Who cuddled on the couch while watching foodie YouTube clips and talking about artisanal spices? Who helped her accessorize her outfits? Right. Fantasy. So, when he ran off with Kevin, the owner of an antique shop, right before his sister's wedding, Carrie's life went from fantasy to nightmare. As maid of honor, she can't back out of the wedding. And her ex is the best man, but now he has his own best man. She needs a date. Stat. Enter Ryan. Sure, he's a hot male stripper at the O Spa where she works as junior designer, but he's a few years younger and just, you know, a friend. Perfect. She needs a friend more than she needs a boyfriend. A weekend of playing her boyfriend so she can save face is a lot to ask, but for some reason Carrie doesn't understand, Ryan's all in. Enthusiastic, even. Especially when it comes to physical displays of affection. Public kisses turn to private confessions, and pretty soon, Carrie can't tell the difference between fantasy and reality. Because if Ryan's just pretending he's in love with her, then why does the chemistry between them-and between the sheets-feel so real? Carrie can't settle for almost, though. She's already done that. She's not putting her life on hold anymore. Turns out Ryan won't, either. He's holding out for more.