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Seven Brides, Seven Brothers Pelican Bay
Series · 5 books · 2017-2018

Books in series

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#1

Breathless

2017

Private Investigator, Parker Donahue, gets a blast from the past when his ex-girlfriend, Cadence, walks back into his life with an urgent request. It’s been three years since Cadence broke his heart by unceremoniously dumping him. Now, she wants his help in getting her son back after he’s abducted by her ruthless ex-husband. Seeing Cadence again rocks Parker’s world and reignites feelings he’s tried to stuff down over the past few years. Having the love of his life back in his orbit forces him to face the fact that he’s never gotten over her. And he fears he never will. Three years ago Cadence Johnson sacrificed herself in a bid to save the man she loved from a dangerous threat. Now, with her son kidnapped by her ex-husband, she turns to Parker to help her locate him. Being in Parker’s presence reminds Cadence of everything she lost when she ended things with Parker. But she fears Parker won’t ever truly forgive her for the pain she caused him in the past. Can Parker and Cadence work through the betrayals of the past and reignite their love story?
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#2

Adored

2017

This series centers around seven brothers and one sister raised by Penelope and Jude Donahue in the idyllic Florida seaside town of Pelican Bay. A blended family of adopted and biological siblings, the Donahue clan always have each other’s backs as they face life’s challenges and search for love. A spin-off of the Cape Cod Donahue brothers, the Pelican Bay clan are their southern cousins. Caleb Donahue is a chef who has recently achieved his life’s dream of opening his own bistro, The Blue Bayou. Adopted by the Donahue family of Pelican Bay, Caleb’s past is a bit murky. He’s stuffed down the memories of his biological mother and the circumstances leading to his adoption by the Donahue family. Addie Fontaine steps in to his life when he least expects it. Daughter of a wealthy businessman, Sebastian Fontaine, Addie is attempting to prove herself to her father by making inroads in the business world. When her father gives her his partnership in the Blue Bayou, Addie ends up working side by side with Caleb. Addie is determined to step up and live her life out loud, while Caleb is determined to make his bistro a success. When love comes calling, will Addie and Caleb be able to reach out for the love of a lifetime?
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#3

All This Love

2017

Seven Brides, Seven Brothers (Pelican Bay) This series centers around seven brothers and one sister raised by Penelope and Jude Donahue in the idyllic Florida seaside town of Pelican Bay. A blended family of adopted and biological siblings, the Donahue clan always have each other’s backs as they face life’s challenges and search for love. A spin-off of the Cape Cod Donahue brothers, the Pelican Bay clan are their southern cousins. Heath Donahue has recently returned from Afghanistan after witnessing the horrific death of his best friend. Haunted by those memories and the early tragedy of his childhood, Heath ends his relationship with the love of his life, Bella, rather than drag her down with his PTSD issues. Now, five months later, Heath wants nothing more than to reunite with the woman he adores. Bella Vincente has loved Heath Donahue for as long as she can remember, but the hurt he caused her by ending their relationship was deep and profound. She still loves Heath but isn’t certain she can trust him with her heart. Can two hearts divided by pain and heartache find their way back to one another?
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#4

Tenderly

2018

This series centers around seven brothers and one sister raised by Penelope and Jude Donahue in the idyllic Florida seaside town of Pelican Bay. A blended family of adopted and biological siblings, the Donahue clan always have each other’s backs as they face life’s challenges and search for love. A spin-off of the Cape Cod Donahue brothers, the Pelican Bay clan are their southern cousins. With sun, surf and sand at their doorstep, The Donahue’s embrace faith, family and happily-ever-afters. Micah Donahue is one of the eight Donahue siblings. He’s a male model who hasn’t been able to see his own self-worth in anything other than his good looks and charm. Being diagnosed with dyslexia as an adult has opened his eyes a bit to his life-long struggles. When he meets introverted teacher Faith O’Connell, Micah’s entire life turns upside down. For the first time in his life he can see his future in the eyes of another. Faith O’Connell is a caring young woman whose life has been marred by a tragic fire that forever changed her life. As a teacher, Faith is able to change the lives of children on a daily basis, yet she hides behind layers so no one can see her burns. Yearning for a bigger and better life, Faith sees her life changing when she meets Micah Donahue and his wonderful family. Can Micah’s love and devotion help Faith overcome her fears?
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#5

Forever and a Day

2018

Seven Brides, Seven Brothers (Pelican Bay) This series centers around seven brothers and one sister raised by Penelope and Jude Donahue in the idyllic Florida seaside town of Pelican Bay. A blended family of adopted and biological siblings, the Donahue clan always have each other’s backs as they face life’s challenges and search for love. A spin-off of the Cape Cod Donahue brothers, the Pelican Bay clan are their southern cousins. With sun, surf and sand at their doorstep, The Donahue’s embrace faith, family and happily-ever-afters. Daniel Donahue: Quirky and highly intelligent, Daniel has always felt a little bit different than the rest of the Donahue clan. He’s struggled in his life to make connections with people outside of his family members. Deeply misunderstood by most, Daniel is a generous and caring man who has big dreams and extraordinary vision. Daniel has become wealthy due to his video game company, DD Studios, yet he fears he’ll never find a woman who will except him as he is. When he collaborates with a beautiful model on a business venture, Daniel is able to see his future unfolding right before his very eyes. Lorelei James is a well-known model whose face and figure has graced dozens of magazines. Emotionally abandoned by her parents, Lorelei dreams of belonging to a tight-knit family and finding a love of her own. When she meets enigmatic video game entrepreneur, Daniel Donahue, she can’t help but be swept away by the handsome loner. But Lorelei’s past trauma prevents her from accepting the love she’s found with Daniel and moving on with her life.

Author

Belle Calhoune
Belle Calhoune
Author · 51 books

Belle Calhoune writes heartwarming, inspirational romance novels set in small, cozy towns. Married to her college sweetheart and living in southern Connecticut, she is the mother of two girls. Born and raised in Massachusetts, she is one of five children. Growing up across the street from a public library allowed her to become an avid reader who aspired to be a romance writer. When she isn't writing, she enjoys reading, spending time in Cape Cod, traveling and enjoying time with friends and family. Belle hopes her books will provide readers with inspiration, entertainment and an escape from day to day life.

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