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River Bend
Series · 10 books · 2014-2017

Books in series

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#1

Can't Shake You

2014

Lovers to friends to lovers…could it get any more complicated? One thing Carissa Brandt knows: spontaneity always gets her in trouble. Still, she’s gone and jumped head first into an impulsive summer renovation project with her fingers crossed. When her contractor turns out to be a cheat, it seems her only lifeline is the proffered hand of Josh Hudson—the sexy Marine who left her aching for more than their single night together three years ago. Josh has two hard and fast rules: never mix business with pleasure and don’t look twice at women his friends have dated, much less loved. It makes life in a small town simple—or it would, if he wasn’t harboring a secret with the potential to destroy his good name and the reputation of a woman he can’t get out of his head. When Carissa finds herself in a bind, Josh’s integrity—both personal and professional—won’t let her fail. Will working together finally extinguish the attraction lingering between them? Or will the smoldering embers of their passionate rendezvous ignite all over again and set aflame the friendships they cherish the most? Warning: This book contains a hella-sexy, inked up hero, a spunky heroine who isn’t afraid to speak her mind, smokin’ hot sex, and enough swearing to make your momma blush. For readers 18+.
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#1.5

Can't Hold Back

2014

Alternative cover edition for ASIN B00KUF0CUS To have and to hold. To trust and to obey. To take and to pleasure… Some things just don’t come up in your wedding vows. Off to their honeymoon in sexy, exotic Cabo, Dan and Maddie Hudson are finally free from the microscope of small town living. For Dan, a self-assured attorney, this means indulging in the all-consuming intimacy of marriage—especially the naked kind—wherever and whenever his new wife will have him. But CPA Maddie doesn’t want to be in charge. In fact, there’s something she craves and there’s no one she trusts more than Dan to give it to her. But will pushing the envelope sexually be too much, too soon in their marriage? The last thing she wants is to make her husband regret his vows before the honeymoon is even over. Can Dan be the man Maddie needs, now and forever? Or will her secret desires bring an early end to their happily ever after? Warning: This short, sexy novella contains an über confident, dirty talking hero and a heroine who isn’t afraid to push the boundaries of the bedroom—or the beach. For readers 18+.
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#2

Can't Get Enough

2014

This small-town single dad has never had a neighbor like this before... Tony Dunn's panty-snatching bachelor life has been turned upside down—he now has custody of a daughter he didn't even know he fathered. With his focus solely on doing right by his little girl, the last thing he needs is a sexy, totally distracting blonde showing up on his doorstep. Nicole Hodges is in River Bend temporarily, to handle her grandmother's estate and get the heck out of Dodge before her past catches up with her. Only problem is…she likes the quiet little town more than she expects, and she can't resist overextending herself to help her built-like-a-bad-boy neighbor get his life back on track. Tony and Nicole have different goals in mind, none of which include a relationship. But what harm could come from a little fun if they both know the rules up front?
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#2.5

Always Enough

2015

Tony and Nicole fell in love, hard and fast. Just as quickly, life and responsibility turned their whirlwind relationship into more of a routine than a romance. Now, they’re stealing kisses in the hallway and begging for quickies that leave them aching for more. It’s time for this River Bend couple to take a moment just for themselves—and reaffirm just how deep their connection truly is. Always Enough is an epilogue to Can't Get Enough (River Bend, #2).
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#3

Can't Walk Away

2015

A convenient, casual, and completely orgasmic fling. What more could a girl want? For the past year, barista Ally Barrett has been content to spend her weekends distracting River Bend’s hottest commodity—the sexy, too-serious sheriff. Their casual arrangement suits her independent nature just fine…until it doesn’t. Sheriff and Army Guardsman Mark Dunn lives to serve the people of his community and his country. Ally is the only woman who’s never asked for more than his nights—and the only one he’s ever considered giving his days, as well. Too bad duty says otherwise. When an unexpected pregnancy flips their no-strings understanding on its head—and tarnishes both of their reputations—Mark has a tough time proving he wants a real relationship and not just reelection. But if this sheriff knows anything, it's how to fight for what he believes in—Ally’s heart. Warning: This book contains a hero who’s all business and no play…unless there’s a dress and a hot redhead involved.
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#4

Can't Resist Him

2015

Can't Resist Him is the fifth book in the River Bend series. Sometimes what you want and what you need are two very different things. Always relegated to the “friends with benefits” corner of small town River Bend, Jenny Riley is done giving the milk for free. Falling hard for a bad boy? Not in the plan, either. Sexy, emotionally-wounded Marine Reservist Brody Nelson just needs someone to lend an ear. A friend. Friends to lovers? That’s more than he bargained for. Neither wants a relationship. A long distance friendship should be enough. It’s not. Warning: This books contains a tattooed, pierced hero with a few surprises up his sleeve...and a hella sexy one down his pants.
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#4.5

Can't Forget Her

2016

\\River Bend - Hope Falls Kindle Universe crossover!\\ Ryan Croft has three goals—enjoy his Tahoe vacation, figure out why the hell he’s so restless and, once and for all, forget about the woman who broke his heart nine years ago. Rosemary Shaw has three goals, too—do the best job she can for her movie-star boss, settle into Hope Falls as quickly as possible and, at long last, come to terms with her past. Running into each other after all this time? Not the plan. Feeling the same sizzle and spark after all this time? Not on the agenda, either, but since when does anything in life go as planned? The chemistry between these former lovers is undeniable. Then again, so is the guilt and broken trust.
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#4.75

A River Bend Wedding

2016

River Bend's first couple is back! The pleasure of your company is requested at the marriage of Carissa Joy Brandt & Joshua Daniel Hudson on Saturday, the thirteenth day of February, at St. Joseph's Parish. But shh! Keep it on the down-low, because the bride doesn't know! \\It is recommended that you read Can't Shake You (River Bend, #1) before reading this novella.
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#5

Can't Let Go

2017

Everyone has a secret... Reed Fletcher has spent years perfecting his reputation as River Bend's most shameless player. Don't confuse him with a heartless asshole—he's just honest about what he wants and he'll do anything to get it. Being born under less than perfect circumstances has given him no other choice. Everyone has a story... Mia Carderas has used her sweet and sexy demeanor to get everything she could possibly want out of life. Or so she lets everyone believe. When her father falls ill back home, that carefully constructed façade begins to crack. The only way to keep it together is to accept help from a former friend...and more recent lover. A man who knows more than he should—a man who could ruin it all if she isn't careful. Everyone has a weakness... Finding a balance between what Reed wants and what Mia needs proves harder than he expected. With every slow blink and every shared moment, he loses more of himself to her...willingly. Maybe neither of them is who they've pretended to be. But where exactly does that leave them when it all comes crashing down?
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#5.5

Going All In

2016

\\River Bend - Sapphire Falls Kindle Universe crossover novella!\\ When Ellie Morris’s father ran out on her ten years ago, she lost touch with his side of the family. Imagine her surprise when she learns that Uncle Miles, despite their time apart, has left her with half of his estate in Sapphire Falls. Wounded police officer Dillon Whitmore loves Sapphire Falls and the much-needed peace the town has brought to his life. He wants nothing more than to settle down in the home he helped build for his dear friend and father figure, Miles. The only problem is the pretty—and completely unexpected—co-heir who stands in his way.

Author

Molly McLain
Molly McLain
Author · 28 books

Author of sexy, small town romance. Lover of banana Laffy Taffy, 80's ballads, 90's rock, and road trips. Location: Wisconsin. Sign: Sagittarius. Religion: Coffee and naps. Check me out on FB: https://www.facebook.com/mollymclaina... My reader group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/Autho...

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