Böcker av Kerry Evelyn

He was her BFF until life got in the way. Now he's back, right when she needs him most. But crossing the line of friendship will risk more than just their hearts. All Jane Porter Allen ever wanted was a big family, front porch, and white picket fence. That dream was laid to rest alongside her husband, Casey, when their life was just getting started. Now, as their son, Noah, faces a similar life-threatening diagnosis, she's forced to confront her past as she struggles with how to save her little boy's future. Enter Ryan Engstrom, Jane's college bestie and Casey's childhood best friend. A pediatric neurosurgeon, he's full of regrets and determined to help Noah. He'll need to move mountains to make sure Noah receives the best medical treatment possible-all the while fighting his own personal demons as he faces a heart-wrenching decision. Though still deeply grieving past traumas, Jane and Ryan are just as in tune with each other as ever. When their feelings grow beyond friendship, everything hangs in the balance, including Noah's life. Now, they must confront their pain and make a choice-continue on separate paths and miss out on a second chance at love, or risk everything to find a way to build a future together. Love on the Brain is a poignant emotional journey that explores love, loss, and the healing of wounds that prove most resistant to it.

A curse, a kingdom, and a quest... *** BIRD'S EYE VIEW When Nettie's life is in peril, her true self will take flight. Nettie's acceptance letter to Once Upon Academy is the opportunity she's waited her whole life for. The prima ballerina's first eighteen years were spent following rules and obeying her parents. She's excited to go out on her own to discover who she really is and the letter is her ticket out. Reggie, a fifth-year senior and an orphan, only knows one thing for sure: he loves to fly. So, when one of his flying students reveals to him he has the mark of a royal phoenix shifter, he's excited to conquer the sky for real and learn more about his heritage. But will he get his chance? When Nettie and Reggie are locked in a tower by a foe on the eve of Reggie's first transformation, his life is in mortal danger. Helping him means Nettie must face her own greatest fear. Can they save themselves and each other? *** PHOENIX RISING Reggie will need to summon all the power within him to break the curse of his kingdom's firstborn. Finding his birth father and learning he's heir to a kingdom is a lot for Reggie to adjust to-especially when tradition demands the one thing he can't give. Refusing to accept conforming when duty calls, he teams up with his half-brother to find a way to right the wrongs. Nettie, not willing to stand by until a solution presents itself, begins a quest to find a magical artifact that can set everything right. From Once Upon Academy to exotic kingdoms in realms near and far, she and Reggie will risk everything. Together with Reggie's half-brother Krish and his beloved Saraya, the four will do whatever it takes to keep everything from going up in flames and earn their happily-ever-afters. *** This is a sweet fantasy with a lot of fairytale elements, a good amount of magic, a bit of romance, and a whole lot of fun! Suitable for ages 13 & up (or youngers who don't mind kissing, haha).

Love happens when you least expect it... Lost dog tags bring together a tormented police officer and a grieving hockey trainer who is afraid to love again. Hockey Trainer Sarah Hutchinson was devastated by the death of her fiancé two years ago. She hasn't been able to move on, can't imagine living her life without him, and certainly won't let herself fall in love again. Law enforcement officer Zach Miller experienced his own tragic loss. Unable to save his brother, he's spent the past six years living with his guilt and going through the motions of daily life. Helping others has become a Band-aid to cover his wound that won't heal. When Zach and Sarah meet during an investigation, Zach feels a powerful connection and recognizes the pain in her eyes. It's the same look he sees in the mirror, every day. When a group of Sarah's players decide to play matchmaker, Sarah is faced with a choice-attend the charity Valentine Gala with Zach, or continue living in survival mode? Can she move beyond grief and open her heart to love again? And will Zach be able to free himself from guilt and let go of the past? Read this story if you love sweet hockey romance, small-town heroes, strong friendships, love after loss, and happily-ever-afters!

His colonel hired him to protect her, not to fall in love. But their fake honeymoon at a seaside resort might just save their hearts as well as her life. When her life is upended by a vicious stalker, Lanie Owens retreats to a seaside resort where she can heal in peace while the authorities hunt down her stalker. The last thing she wants is to get bossed around by the handsome bodyguard who's been hired to protect her. Army Ranger Matt Saunders has almost recovered from the injuries he sustained during the hellish event that almost took his life. Anxious to prove he's fit for duty, he accepts the position to protect his former colonel's granddaughter. Their faith, values, and struggles with PTSD draw them together, but is it enough to rearrange their lives? When Lanie's location is exposed, Matt will do everything it takes to protect her-and find a way for them to be together. If you love romance with a bit of suspense, idyllic coastal resorts, fake marriages, kickass heroines, swoon-worthy bodyguards who love their grandmothers, and a colorful ensemble cast of characters you won't forget, this book is for you!