Love in a Small Town Series

Welcome to Burton, a small town just west of Savannah where the men are sexy, the women are sassy and happily-ever-afters are a specialty of the house. Rilla I've never been farther than twenty miles from my family's farm. My overprotective father wants me to marry our church's youth pastor and settle down into the life he's chosen for me, but I'm not sure that's what I want anymore. I'm ready to make my own choices, and that includes starting my own PR business and maybe even moving off the farm, no matter how much my dad hates it. When Mason Wallace, the owner of the local bar and hot spot, asks me to work for him, I'm both excited and terrified. Excited, because it's just the opportunity I've wanted. Terrified because Mason, with his intriguing hazel eyes and drool-worthy body, is the kind of guy who makes my knees weak and my heart pound.  Mason Once upon a time, I had the perfect career, a gorgeous wife and a beautiful baby girl. I was on top of the world, until it all shattered with the sudden death of my wife. Now I'm back in Georgia, running my bar and trying to take care of my family. And I need all the help I can get. When that help comes in the form of shy and quiet Rilla Grant, I can see already see the trouble ahead. I'm not interested in finding love again, but damned if I'm going to let Rilla's father run her life and make her ashamed of innocent choices.  Even after we're forced into a decision that will change our lives forever, I'm determined to keep my heart out of the equation. I'm not going to suffer again. But sometimes love isn't the easy choice. Sometimes it's the only one.

Escape to Burton, Georgia, a quaint farm town near Savannah, where love stories thrive.   Meghan When I signed up to teach art to underserved kids for my final summer in college, I never expected to find myself on a Georgia farm. And living with Sam Reynolds, a man who clearly wishes I weren't there? Complicated. Yet, his mesmerizing brown eyes and Southern drawl draw me in, igniting something real and maybe a little scary. Sam I'm not one for excitement or romance. Responsibility defines my life since my parents passed away. But when the fiery red-haired art student moves into my farmhouse, I can't deny the temptation. Meghan makes me believe in forever and happy endings, despite being the last thing she needs. Is this just a summer fling?   Discover unexpected love in a fleeting summer.

Escape to Burton, Georgia, a quaint farm town near Savannah, where love stories thrive. Ali High school sweethearts, Flynn Evans and I had dreams of leaving our small Georgia hometown. But after graduation, only Flynn ventured out, while I dedicated the next eight years to raising our daughter and helping my family farm. Thoughts of Flynn and what could have been are pains I avoid at all costs, even if they're impossible to forget. Flynn After eight years away, a sudden loss brings me back to Burton. I've turned our shared dreams into reality, but now I face an unexpected surprise—a daughter I never knew. My world is upended, and my bitterness towards Ali is challenged. As we navigate our past, we discover that first love may be worth a second chance. Discover second-chance love against all odds.

Welcome to Burton, a small town just west of Savannah where the men are sexy, the women are sassy and happily-ever-afters are a specialty of the house. Maureen  I've had a crush on Smith Harrington since we were in college together. I knew he didn't see me as anything more than his best friend—just one of the guys—but that didn't stop me from weaving sexy fantasies about him. Now, after years of maintaining a long-distance friendship, Smith's moving to Burton to be my partner at the veterinary clinic practice I just took over—not to mention a tenant in my new house. After all this time, I should be able to handle working with him without getting hot and bothered.  Or maybe not.  Smith I have wanted Maureen Evans since the first day I saw her, but she never seemed interested in taking things to the next level. Eventually, I figured we were destined to stay in the friend zone. And although we've lived hundreds of miles apart for years, to me, she's still the one who got away.  When Maureen asks me to be her partner at the veterinary clinic, I jump at the chance. Maybe all hope is not lost. Maybe with a little effort on my part, we can finally have our shot at love. So even as Maureen tries to maintain our just-friends bond, I push those boundaries until flirting crosses the line into something more.  When friendship is no longer enough, there's always love.

Welcome to Burton, a small town just west of Savannah where the men are sexy, the women are sassy and happily-ever-afters are a specialty of the house. When I ducked into a Savannah art museum, I was only looking for an air-conditioned spot to hang out before an appointment. But meeting Cal Rhodes amps up the heat instead. Now I just have to convince a gun-shy Cal to risk his heart on love. The sparks fly when the perfect one comes around. Read less

Welcome to Burton, a small town just west of Savannah where the men are sexy, the women are sassy and happily-ever-afters are a specialty of the house. Elizabeth When I met Trent Wagner met on a Christmas tree lot in Florida, sparks flew, igniting a fire we both thought would burn for a long time.  The problem with fires is that sometimes people get hurt. In this case, we were both burnt when an impulsive decision resulted in long-term repercussions.  Still, I took a risk and moved to Burton for Trent. Now I'm stuck in a job I'm not sure I like, living with people I don't know and in love with a man who may not be capable of the forever I crave.  Trent I was dealing with the aftermath of a painful situation in my past when I met Elizabeth. I'm not sure that committing to her is a good idea when everything I touch seems to end badly . . . even though she's all I ever I wanted.  Being back in Burton isn't easy. Everyone sees me as a loser, and I know most people are just waiting for me to fail. Again. But this time, I want to prove that I can be a man worthy of a woman like Elizabeth. I can't stand the idea of letting her down.  When it seems as if hope has died . . . there's always love.

Welcome to Burton, a small town just west of Savannah where the men are sexy, the women are sassy and happily-ever-afters are a specialty of the house. Elizabeth I have one goal in mind for this holiday season: ignore it. With my complicated family, non-existent love life and demanding job, skipping Christmas seems like the best plan ever. Until a Christmas tree lot pops up just outside my office, run by the hot and hunky Trent Wagner.  Trent I took this job because I needed to get away from my small Georgia hometown. Hauling a truckload of Douglas firs and blue spruces from my uncle's farm in Michigan to sell in Florida sounded like the perfect plan to find the space I need to finally get my life on track. I didn't plan on the instant sparks of attraction between us.  But no matter how hard I fight that temptation, no matter how much she ignores our spark, something unexpected—and wonderful—may show up beneath the Christmas tree this year.

Welcome to Burton, a small town just west of Savannah where the men are sexy, the women are sassy and happily-ever-afters are a specialty of the house. Sydney I moved back to the small town of Burton, Georgia to run my aunt's bakery. At least, that's my excuse. I don't exactly want to broadcast the fact that my own restaurant went belly-up, my boyfriend ditched me, and my life is in shambles. And the cute newspaper guy who keeps pestering me for a date with his Danish? Yeah, that's not happening. Will I'm pretty sure I'm a glutton for punishment. After all, Sydney's made it clear she's not interested, but I just can't seem to stay away, no matter how hard I try. Now, though, I've got a secret weapon--the four-legged kind. Can a down-on-his-luck dog be the key to toppling the walls keeping me from Sydney's heart?

Welcome to Burton, a small town just west of Savannah where the men are sexy, the women are sassy and happily-ever-afters are a specialty of the house. Jenna   I celebrated my twenty-first birthday by persuading Trent Wagner, the guy I'd been crushing on for months, to sleep with me. When he broke my heart and crushed my dreams by rejecting me afterward, I did the unthinkable. I tried to end my life. Over two years later, I'm finally finding my balance again. My job at the county historical society is steady and predictable, two elements I appreciate right now. I'm living on my own, and my world is peaceful, if lonely. That is, until Lincoln Turner comes to town. Link When my wife was killed in a car accident, she left me with two small children and a bleak future. Six years later, I'm a recovering alcoholic who's just gotten my kids back. I'm ready to tackle a new position as co-owner of a building restoration company.  I'm not looking for any attachments. But I'm also not ready for the irresistible attraction I feel for Jenna when a huge project brings us together.  The road to true love has more bumps than we could imagine. Making our way to a happy ending won't be easy. But when two bruised souls find their way to each other . . . forever is possible.

Before Meghan met Sam . . . before Jude loved Logan . . . there was another crossover romance between Crystal Cove and Burton.  When Sasha Jones was eight years old, her grandmother rescued her from a dangerous home and whisked her off to Crystal Cove, where Sasha grew up and fell in love with local boy Cole Wilson. Fourteen years after she left her Georgia hometown, Sasha makes the painful choice to go back to take care of the mother who'd abandoned her. But making this decision means losing Cole when he can't understand why she needs to do it. Cole knows Sasha is worth his patience. But when she makes a move that threatens their future together, he realizes he can't wait any longer. He's tired of playing games. He'll do anything to remind her where she belongs. Is his love enough to bring her home?

Welcome to Burton, a small town just west of Savannah where the men are sexy, the women are sassy and happily-ever-afters are a specialty of the house. Ashley I have spent most of my life taking care of other people, whether it was my mother, my friends or the many clients at my hair salon. I'm used to playing the role of sidekick, best friend or supporting character, even though deep down, I long for my own secret dreams to have a chance to bloom. When I meet Zane Fletcher, the new lawyer in Burton, it's insta-lust . . . but I soon realize he's already smitten with someone else, even if Zane himself doesn't seem to know it.  I want to help him find his happiness . . . but damn, I wish it was with me. Zane I caught a lucky break when one of the first people I met in Burton was Ashley Webbar. She gave me a haircut on the house, but it was her sweet sass and charm that really captivated me. I want to let her know that I think I'm falling for her. But every time I try to make my move, she changes the subject, diverts and deflects. I'd think she wasn't interested except that her eyes tell a different story.  Getting her to give us a chance just might require a Christmas miracle . . . and a fruitcake.