Milow can’t speak. Her father took her voice before she ever had a chance to use it, leaving her trapped in silence and haunted by memories no one should ever endure. Every day is a reminder of what was taken from her, and every moment is a quiet battle to survive the shadows of her past. When she arrives at a new foster home, Milow expects nothing. Just another place where she doesn’t belong and isn’t loved. But then she meets Ashby, her new foster brother, who has lived through his own hell. Somehow, he sees her, and without words or judgment, he understands her in a way no one else ever has. Growing up together, their bond deepens into something unbreakable. Ashby becomes her protector and the one constant in her life. They spend years leaning on each other, but childhood doesn’t last forever, and that closeness starts to shift into something more complicated and intense. As they grow older, the world gets crueler. The bullying Milow has endured her whole life never lets up, and it only becomes heavier. At the same time, the pressure on Ashby keeps building as school and swimming demand more from him. Milow has to decide how much of herself she can risk in a world that has never treated her gently, while Ashby has to choose what he’s willing to sacrifice to reach his goals. But after everything, they know one truth: no matter what it costs, they will always choose each other. CLOSE TO YOU is an epic and emotional coming-of-age novel with a HEA that deals with heavy topics. This book is not meant for sensitive readers. AUTHOR'S NOTE Each book in this series focuses on a different couple and tells their story. All the stories take place during the same time period, so events in one book may overlap with those in another. You will encounter familiar situations, locations, or characters from the other books, but from the couple's perspective featured in the current story. Because the books share the same timeline and interconnect in this way, they are meant to be read in order (or, in the future, as tandem reads) and cannot be fully understood as standalone stories. Together, the books form a continuous, interconnected series. That said... Milow and Ashby will get at least 1 more book!

Savanna Davis thought that night in August six years ago—and Dalton Hayes—were nothing more than memories that haunted her dreams. He was her childhood crush, her brother’s best friend, and the one man who walked away without warning, leaving her to raise their secret alone. Now, years later, Savanna’s blast from her painful past is back in town visiting from the military—moody, guarded, and dare she say looking incredibly delicious? Tempted by the one guy she never stopped thinking about, Savanna must make a keep her distance and her secret away from him? Or reveal the truth while reaping the benefits? Because now that she’s older, she knows better than to get attached—it’s all just temporary, anyway. Dalton Hayes has never stopped thinking about Savanna Davis—or that one passion-filled night they spent together on the beach the night before he left for the military. Now, six years later, he’s reluctantly back home in his hometown—the one place he’s avoided like the plague. But when Dalton comes face-to-face with the smoking hot blonde he’s tried so desperately to steer clear of—it’s obvious the feelings he’s tried to suppress come roaring back. When Dalton realizes Savanna is a single mom—to a spunky, familiar, blue-eyed little girl—and isn’t happily settled like he originally believed, the narrative of the last few years gets completely flipped upside down. Now with a second chance, what Dalton wants with Savanna is permanent. The only thing he has to do is convince her he’ll stay.

Savanna Davis thought that night in August six years ago—and Dalton Hayes—were nothing more than memories that haunted her dreams. He was her childhood crush, her brother’s best friend, and the one man who walked away without warning, leaving her to raise their secret alone. Now, years later, Savanna’s blast from her painful past is back in town visiting from the military—moody, guarded, and dare she say looking incredibly delicious? Tempted by the one guy she never stopped thinking about, Savanna must make a keep her distance and her secret away from him? Or reveal the truth while reaping the benefits? Because now that she’s older, she knows better than to get attached—it’s all just temporary, anyway. Dalton Hayes has never stopped thinking about Savanna Davis—or that one passion-filled night they spent together on the beach the night before he left for the military. Now, six years later, he’s reluctantly back home in his hometown—the one place he’s avoided like the plague. But when Dalton comes face-to-face with the smoking hot blonde he’s tried so desperately to steer clear of—it’s obvious the feelings he’s tried to suppress come roaring back. When Dalton realizes Savanna is a single mom—to a spunky, familiar, blue-eyed little girl—and isn’t happily settled like he originally believed, the narrative of the last few years gets completely flipped upside down. Now with a second chance, what Dalton wants with Savanna is permanent. The only thing he has to do is convince her he’ll stay.

Creating a naughty bucket list gains Liam Zander's attention, solidifying a destined-for-failure friendship. Liam is Formula 1’s golden boy. Irresistible. Unattainable. Whisperer of seductive promises. A closet nerd who reads novels and discusses movie plot holes for fun. The type of man who should come with a complimentary roll of caution tape. He wants to strike a deal. Cross off naughty bucket list items together while traveling around the world. I should say no and walk away. Instead, we make a bet. I broke my biggest rule, unwillingly adding a new item to my list while shattering my heart—and friendship—in the process.

Noah Maya Alatorre is the sister of my teammate…and my new obsession. Keeping my distance during the Formula 1 season should be easy, except I always find ways to see her. Press tours. Pre-race rituals. Sponsor events and black-tie galas. The more time we spend together, the stronger my desire grows. Sneaking around with her is one thing, but wanting more? Never going to happen. She might be a distraction dressed like a daydream, but no woman is worth risking the championship title over. Or so I thought. Maya Noah Slade is Formula 1 royalty and my brother’s biggest rival. When I’m invited to join my sibling while he competes for the World Championship, I promise to avoid Noah at all costs. Twenty-one races. Two drivers who hate each other. And one forbidden attraction I can’t ignore. Developing feelings for Noah wasn’t part of my plan. But then again, neither was anyone finding out. Turns out the man I was warned about happens to be the one I can’t stay away from. Even if he breaks my heart once the season comes to an end.

Noah Maya Alatorre is the sister of my teammate…and my new obsession. Keeping my distance during the Formula 1 season should be easy, except I always find ways to see her. Press tours. Pre-race rituals. Sponsor events and black-tie galas. The more time we spend together, the stronger my desire grows. Sneaking around with her is one thing, but wanting more? Never going to happen. She might be a distraction dressed like a daydream, but no woman is worth risking the championship title over. Or so I thought. Maya Noah Slade is Formula 1 royalty and my brother’s biggest rival. When I’m invited to join my sibling while he competes for the World Championship, I promise to avoid Noah at all costs. Twenty-one races. Two drivers who hate each other. And one forbidden attraction I can’t ignore. Developing feelings for Noah wasn’t part of my plan. But then again, neither was anyone finding out. Turns out the man I was warned about happens to be the one I can’t stay away from. Even if he breaks my heart once the season comes to an end.