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Harnessed Passions

Harnessed Passions

D. T. Jones

After her father’s death, Julia returns to her family ranch in Kentucky—bound by the promise she made to him. The land is full of memories she tried to forget, but walking away isn’t an option. Daniel, the son of a duke, made a promise of his own—to Julia’s father—to protect the stables and keep the ranch thriving. Working side by side, Julia and Daniel face rising threats and long shadows that still haunt Turner Stables. As danger circles closer, duty turns into desire, and trust becomes their only way forward. But can two people bound by promises find the courage to build something real?

Seaside Series

Seaside Series

Rachel Van Dyken

From New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Rachel Van Dyken comes the Seaside Series.

Life as a teenager is never easy. But for Natalee Murray, things have just gotten way more difficult. Bored with life, she can't wait to graduate high school and get out of town, especially considering the famous band members from AD2 suddenly start attending her school, making her once boring life, absolutely insane.

Crime & Passion 1: The Code Enforcer

Crime & Passion 1: The Code Enforcer

Valerie J. Clarizio

He’s a Marine hiding his career-ending injury. She’s a Police Investigator hardened by her past. Can these two overcome their painful pasts—and a murder investigation—to find happiness together?

Having been made the laughing stock of her hometown by her cheating ex-fiancé, Investigator Markie Pearson has sworn off overly-confident, good-looking men. When Bryce Hawk strolls into town, Markie quickly realizes he's the classic example of a man she needs to keep at a distance. Ex-Marine Bryce Hawk moves to small-town Wisconsin after his military career-ending injury. All he wants to do is hide in his mundane job as the city's code enforcer while he sorts out his life. What Bryce doesn't account for is Markie, that emerald eyed beauty, walking through his office door on day one. Too bad it's too, late. Women are not in his plans, nor will they ever be...especially Markie, the one who gets his dormant juices flowing while irritating him at the same time. When the municipal code violators that Bryce is investigating are murdered, Bryce becomes Markie's number one suspect. Or, is he another target? Is she? Will this damaged cop and wounded vet overcome their inner demons in order to work together to escape the claws of death and perhaps find love in the process?

Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice

Jane Austen

Enter the elegant world of Regency England in this timeless tale of societal norms and romantic entanglements. Follow the spirited Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates the complexities of love and societal expectations, clashing head-on with the enigmatic Mr. Darcy. Jane Austen's masterpiece explores the dance between pride and prejudice, and how true love can overcome even the most stubborn of hearts.

Piccadilly Pioneers

Piccadilly Pioneers

D. T. Jones

"Still think it's hopeless?" Douglas smiled.

"No, it's not hopeless, Douglas. It's impossible," Natasha said. "Your dream is a dead-end alley in the middle of the Twilight Zone. You've taken drunks, drug addicts, and prostitutes into the desert to rebuild a dream that will never come true."

Natasha has stopped believing in second chances—until Douglas, a charming doctor with a wild dream, drags her into one. He’s leading a group of people the world has forgotten into the desert to rebuild a ghost town from the dust up. What starts as an impossible mission begins to shimmer with something real: laughter, belonging, maybe even love. Amid cracked walls and broken hearts, they discover that hope doesn’t die—it just waits for someone brave enough to bring it back to life.

Ride of Desire

Ride of Desire

Sarah A. McCombs

When Mercy returns to her hometown after ten years, all she wants is to reclaim the house haunted by the ghosts of her past. Then she crosses paths with Tommy, her long-lost love, and the ghosts threaten to upend her precarious new life - and expose an enormous secret. Can she and Tommy make up for lost time and start fresh? Can she allow herself to be accepted by the family she's always longed for? Or will the past catch up with them all in ways uglier than they could have imagined?

Age Rating: 16+

Something Like That

Something Like That

C. M. Jines

Lia Morgan arrives at the sleepy town of Medford hoping to put the past behind her. An encounter with a handsome police officer sparks a new chance at love, but her tragic secrets stand in her way. While Officer Cody Hudson fights to win Lia’s heart, a terrifying phone call spells danger: the past stands at her door. It’s up to Lia to decide if love is stronger than wounds, old and new.

Age Rating: 18+ (Assault, Attempted Rape, Extreme Violence/Gore, Miscarriage, Offscreen Rape, Onscreen Rape, Sexual Assault/Abuse, Stalker)

I Don't Belong Here

I Don't Belong Here

Tayla Grossberg

I can see ghosts, but my sister doesn't believe me, and my parents won't listen. The only ones I can talk to are my Grandmother May and my dog, Amore...until Dimitri. He's tall and beautiful, but beyond that, he's the kind of understanding friend I never thought I'd have. I can confide in him—I can trust him with anything. But Dimitri has secrets of his own, and some secrets are meant to come out...no matter what.

Age Rating: 16+

Lady Susan

Lady Susan

Jane Austen

Unapologetically charming and manipulative, Lady Susan Vernon is a widow with a penchant for seduction and scheming. Through a series of letters, Austen weaves a tale of Lady Susan's calculated pursuit of advantageous matches for herself and her daughter. A departure from Austen's typical narrative style, this novella offers a deliciously wicked glimpse into the mind of a cunning protagonist.

The Glassblower's Heart: Royal Romance

The Glassblower's Heart: Royal Romance

P. J. Williams

Emilia grows up in a quiet village, shaping glass and a simple life with the woman who raised her. She never questions where she comes from—until a chance encounter with a charming prince turns her world upside down. Drawn into a glittering court filled with whispers and watchful eyes, Emilia finds herself caught between tender new feelings and rising tension she cannot quite understand. Not everyone welcomes her presence, and jealousy begins to stir beneath polished smiles. As secrets flicker just out of reach, Emilia senses that her story is far bigger than she ever imagined. Because sometimes love is only the beginning… and destiny is waiting to be claimed.

Sense And Sensibility

Sense And Sensibility

Jane Austen

Dive into the enthralling lives of the Dashwood sisters: Elinor, a beacon of logic and restraint, and Marianne, a fiery spirit driven by passion. When their world is upturned by their father's death and a sudden fall from wealth, the sisters grapple with heartbreak, love, and societal expectations in a world where reputation is everything.

Thrust into the unforgiving spotlight of a society where feelings are traded like commodities, who will find true love amidst the whispers of scandal and the dance of deception?

HomeCategoriesSmall Town Romance Books

Small Town Romance Books

Small Town Romance Books capture the charm of tight-knit communities where everyone knows your business and second chances feel possible. These stories often feature characters returning home after years away or newcomers trying to fit into established social circles. The small-town setting creates natural opportunities for chance encounters and community events that bring people together. Local gossip adds both humor and tension as relationships develop under watchful eyes. The appeal lies in the slower pace and deeper connections that small communities foster. Explore romances where home is wherever your heart finds its perfect match.... 

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