The Wattle Junction Series

Never let the truth get in the way of a good story.   That's a life lesson Alice Aspinall, a reality TV starlet trapped in a fake marriage, has learnt the hard way. When her carefully curated life explodes, she flees to the small town of Wattle Junction. Trying to reinvent herself—again—while learning to stand on her own two feet is complicated and so are her feelings for her hot, new lawyer.   Owen James is a helper, despite what people say about his serious personality. He's recently moved home to set up his law firm with a focus on making sure everyone who needs legal advice gets it. Think of him as Legal Aid … but with better biceps, two mortgages and a conscience that keeps him up at night.   Another thing stealing his sleep? The sparkly, pretty newcomer who drives him up the wall while constantly surprising him.   As Alice and Owen's attraction heats up and they get to know each other—and themselves—will they be able to see the reality right in front of them? Or will they remain blind to the truth?

Things aren't always what they seem. Everyone in Wattle Junction knows about shy social worker Eloise Hamilton's dream to travel the world. But here's the kicker: the idea of leaving the small town she's long called home makes her nauseous. So does the fact that her career to-do list is getting bigger by the day, her brother's ridiculously over-the-top wedding is rapidly approaching and the only guy she's ever wanted sees her as nothing more than a friend.   It's also widely known that retired professional athlete-turned-author Nate James craves a quiet life. So what if he can't keep his gaze off his best friend's little sister. Nothing can ever happen with Eloise for so many reasons, especially when his new life is built on secrets. He's determined to learn how to be content with what he has and stop dreaming about what—or who—he really wants.   But when new opportunities arise and circumstances keep throwing them together, can these two find a way to become the main characters in the love story they've always wished for?