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It's Complicated
Series · 6 books · 2024

Books in series

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#1

Rebound Situationship

2024

A jilted bride. A past one-night stand gone horribly wrong. And the chance to change their stormy history. Mallory My fiancé left me at the altar... well, the day before the altar, but it felt horrible all the same. And for months now, I've been turtled inside of myself, wondering what I did wrong. I'm roped into performing at the local Fall Festival, I decide to knock the dust off my boots and show the crowd that my country side is still alive. And she's ready to kick some... well, you know what. When a one-night stand from high school comes waltzing into the concert like he's John-friggin'-Wayne, I remember back to that night and the disaster of two teenagers becoming adults and the anger and betrayal that followed. Barden's lanky legs and sweet talking have got the moves, especially on the dance floor, and my head and my heart are arguing But I won't fall for him again... nope, it's not like a country song. Or is it? It's a situationship, that's for sure. But is rebounding with a man who broke her heart smart? Enemies to lovers, second chance, jilted bride, rebound relationship, he falls first ♥♥♥If you’re a hopeful romantic at heart and love steamy, short, swoony love stories, then these situationship love stories are perfect for you. It’s Complicated is an instalove, rom-com, multi-author series. Guaranteed happy endings without cliffhangers or cheating.
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#2

Holiday Situationship

2024

Sam has been my go-to guy since we were kids. He was my first, for all the big milestones of life. The first to protect me from playground bullies. The first boy to take me to a school dance. My first kiss on New Year’s Eve. My first drunken mistake when I turned twenty-one. One night of careless flirting led to a morning after filled with regret. At least that’s what I said. I couldn’t risk our friendship by confessiong my true feelings. I’m head over heels in love with Sam, but I’m sure he doesn’t feel the same about me. Our situationship is complicated. We’re more than friends, less than lovers, but somewhere in between. Our friendship is about to be tested again when my boss hosts a holiday weekend at a couples only retreat. Will a weekend pretending to be a couple be the incentive I need to tell Sam my true feelings, or will fear keep us from unwrapping the greatest gift of all? friends to lovers, second chance, fake relationship, close proximity, holiday rom-com, with a small town vibe. ♥♥♥ If you’re a hopeful romantic at heart and love steamy, short, swoony love stories, then these situationship love stories are perfect for you. It’s Complicated is an instalove, rom-com, multi-author series. Guaranteed happy endings without cliffhangers.
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#3

Tricky Situationship

2024

He's a grumpy billionaire. I'm his cleaning lady. It's never going to work... Savannah My boss is a whole heap of trouble. Gorgeous, grumpy and way out of my league. But I see a different side of him when I accidentally get locked in his safe room...with him in it. There's something sizzling between us and now I have no idea what to do. I can't tell him how I feel, because I'm his employee. But seeing him every day and not jumping his bones is getting tricky. Very tricky.♥♥♥ An opposites-attract, billionaire cinnamon roll meets curvy girl one-hour romance read. If you’re a hopeful romantic at heart and love steamy, short, swoony love stories, then these situationship love stories are perfect for you. It’s Complicated is an instalove, rom-com, multi-author series. Guaranteed happy endings without cliffhangers.
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#4

Fake Situationship

2024

They thought love was behind them—until a fake situationship sparks something real. Zach Five years ago, my wife left me, claiming I was married to my work. Maybe she was right—I didn’t become a billionaire by playing it safe. But now, my best friend’s anniversary party is coming up, and I can’t show up alone while my ex gloats about how she was right. So, my assistant sets me up with a fake date from a service called Perfect Plus One. Claire’s far too young for me, but I can’t stop thinking about her. I might be ready to love again… and this time, I don’t plan on letting work get in the way. Claire I never thought I’d need a dating service, but with my cousin’s wedding around the corner—and my cheating ex-fiancé flaunting his new girl—I’m desperate. When Perfect Plus One matches me with none other than Zach Whitmore, the billionaire real estate mogul my ex idolizes, it feels like fate. But Zach isn’t just a convenient date. He’s everything I’ve been looking for… and I’m starting to wonder if this fake relationship could turn into something real. Can two people burned by love find something genuine in the most unexpected of places? This age gap, curvy girl, fake relationship, small town romance has you believing in love at first sight and giving you the quickie read you need to help you get through the day. Fake Situationship is part of a multi-author series, but can be read alone. \——————- If you’re a hopeful romantic at heart and love steamy, short, swoony love stories, then these situationship love stories are perfect for you. It’s Complicated is an instalove, rom-com, multi-author series. Guaranteed happy endings without cliffhangers.
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#5

Flirty Situationship

2024

Get ready for a flirty situationship... It's complicated! Kylie keeps her personal life private, or as private as one can now that she’s moved back to Lumberjack Lagoon. She’s a woman on a mission to live every second of her life to the fullest. It used to feel like a dream, though lately, it’s feeling a bit lonely. When she meets a single dad with a heart of gold, she opens more than just her new plant shop. But can this situationship lead to true love? ♥♥♥If you’re a hopeful romantic at heart and love steamy, short, swoony love stories, then these situationship love stories are perfect for you. It’s Complicated is an instalove, rom-com, multi-author series. Guaranteed happy endings without cliffhangers or cheating.
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#6

Sticky Situationship

2024

My arrangement with the well-built firefighter next door is simple. Scorching hot passion. No strings attached. Despite what my best friend claims, I’m not waiting for THE ONE. Hell, I’m not even looking for THE ONE. At least not until I’ve finished my medical residency and am a board certified physician. Then I’ll start dating, I swear. Until then, the booty call situation I’ve got going on suits me just fine, thanks to my devilishly hot first responder neighbor who knows how to handle my smoke detector. And his hose. Or at least I thought everything was peachy keen until the attending physician in charge of my program drops by unannounced at her son's apartment to meet his girlfriend. And I answer the door. Wearing nothing but his shirt. Now? Things are complicated. ♥♥♥ Sticky Situationship is a short steamy rom com featuring a driven heroine convinced she knows exactly what she wants and a sexy hero wicked enough to deliver exactly what she needs. The story is light, fun, and the perfect escape. Scroll up and one-click your copy today! ♥♥♥

Authors

Brynn Hale
Brynn Hale
Author · 56 books
Brynn Hale is a Midwest girl who can spot—and swoon over—a hard-working guy a mile away. She believes in winks across a crowded room, guys who do the dishes, a blue-collar alpha will always win a heroine's heart, and a martini or craft beer is the perfect accompaniment to her stories. You can visit her at https://www.facebook.com/Brynn-Hale-A...
Elsie James
Elsie James
Author · 37 books

Elsie James is proud to be lifelong curvy girl. She found her prince charming a decade ago after kissing a ton of frogs. Now, she helps her characters find their happily ever afters and has fun with her readers, The Treat Tribe, along the way. Elsie writes sweet, steamy and short romance stories with a guaranteed Happily Ever After. You can connect with Elise on Instagram or Facebook: @authorelsiejames

Piper Cook
Piper Cook
Author · 31 books
Piper Cook writes sexy insta-love stories with strong, curvy leading ladies and their hot male counterparts. Guaranteed HEA without cliffhangers or cheating.
Ellen Brooks
Ellen Brooks
Author · 16 books

Ellen Brooks pens short, steamy & satisfying modern day love stories. When she’s not dreaming up her next hero or plotting a happily ever after, you’ll find her absorbed in a novel, relaxing into śavāsana, or downing a caffè americano. Oh, and belting out the lyrics to Hamilton. Visit ellenbrooks.info/extras to grab a free book today!

Jessa Joy
Jessa Joy
Author · 61 books
I'm Jessa Joy and I write about curvy women and the alpha men who can't resist them. Short, steamy and upbeat is the name of the game. I hope you (like me) enjoy a guaranteed Happy Ever After! Whether you're into office, holiday or second chance romance, hot billionaires, small town shenanigans or enemies to lovers intrigue, I'm here to fulfil your reading desires!
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