This Time Around


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For lovers of happily ever afters—this collection of three light and sweet romance stories will sweep you off your feet. In A Summer Detour by Denise Hunter, you’ll meet free-spirited Allie Adams, who undertakes a road trip to deliver her grandparents’ newly restored ’57 Chevy in time for their fiftieth anniversary party . . . along with Luke Fletcher, the former boy-next-door who callously crushed her heart. Pining for You by Melissa Ferguson invites you to a cozy Virginia mountain town where Christmas tree farm owner Theo Watkins III has the opportunity to drop everything for one weekend to play farmer and potentially win back the heart of his childhood best friend, Skye Fuller. Only problem? He’s the kind of man who drives a Tesla, not a tractor. Last but not least, He Loves Me; He Loves Me Not by Kathleen Fuller will transport you to a small town in Arkansas where thirty-five-year-old Sophie Morgan has spent years making her flower shop a success. But when this workaholic decides she’s ready to make time for dating again, she finds herself with two handsome men vying for her attention. Whether your perfect romance involves rows and rows of Fraser firs and white pines glinting in the moonlight, childhood love that never ends, or a second chance at a happily ever after, you’re sure to find a story within this collection to warm your heart any day of the year. Praise for This Time Around: “Cozy up and prepare to lose yourself in this enchanting collection. Each story is as inviting and wonderful as the last. Reunion romances and heartwarming second chances are sure to delight readers.” —Nancy Naigle, USA TODAY bestselling author “Romance readers are in for a sweet treat! Authors Denise Hunter, Melissa Ferguson, and Kathleen Fuller have joined forces for a novella collection all about second chances, making the most of them when they’re right in front of you, and fighting for them with everything you’ve got when necessary. Come for this trio of talented storytellers and stay for the humor, heart, and confident hope that there will be a happily ever after, This Time Around.” —Bethany Turner, award-winning author of Plot Twist Perfect for lovers of sweet happily-ever-afters Stand-alone novella collection Book length: 80,000 words Includes discussion questions for book clubs




This Time Around


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This time around, I choose us. When I was twenty-one, I fell in love with Aaron Anderson. The hot Scot with cerulean eyes kissed me senseless under a starry Tennessee sky and made me believe in happily-ever-after. Until he returned to Edinburgh without me, spurring my heartache into music. Since Aaron, I've transformed from a Nashville songwriter into a country artist, catapulting my career into a nationwide sensation. But a dream career like mine has a dark side. One with sacrifices and consequences. Fear. One that requires an escape. Fifteen years ago, I met the only man I ever trusted. I hope I can trust him now.




This Time Around


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This Time Around follows Jordan and Ralph as they become involved in a struggle with Reverend Wellerson, a TV evangelist, over the fate of gay youth centers. Wellerson is willing to stop at nothing to crush gay rights and who better to halt his evil plans than the most famous rock star in the entire world? While battling Wellerson, Jordan seeks to come to terms with his own past and learn more about the father he never knew. The excitement builds when an assassin is hired and death becomes a real possibility for Jordan and those around him. Jordan is forced to face his own fears and doubts and the battle within becomes more dangerous than the battle without. Will Jordan be able to turn from the path of destruction, or is he doomed to follow in the footsteps of his father? This time around, things will be different.




Second Time Around


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Meeting for an annual reunion in the Adirondacks 10 years after graduation, five college friends regretfully take stock of their job choices and are astonished when one of their number dies, leaving the others one million dollars to pursue their dream careers. By the author of The Pre-Nup. Original.




This Time Around


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From USA Today bestselling author Tawna Fenske comes a refreshing take on second-chance love--and the hilarious hurdles along the way. Allie Ross is not living the life she once dreamed. Her law career ended before it ever started, her parents landed in jail for running a Ponzi scheme, and she just inherited her grandmother's B&B--which is nice, even if it is full of extra-toed cats. As for her love life...she'd rather not talk about it. When Jack Carpenter reaches out to reconnect with Allie, the girl who broke his heart in college, his plan is to impress her with the adult he's become. Sure, he was a deadbeat then, but life has forced him to grow up. And it's a relief to find out that things didn't necessarily go the way Allie expected either. As Allie and Jack get reacquainted, they rediscover the things they loved--and hated--about each other. But who they are now isn't who they were then, and secrets--old and new--will test whether they have a future together, or if the past is destined to repeat itself.




This Time Around


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She is a young woman who attempts to turn her life around for the better During her senior year in high school, Cassie applies for work as a supermarket cashier and meets Corey. Both are attracted to each other and so after a couple of months, they become a couple. But later, Cassie suddenly meets Trey, also an attractive man who wants to know her more on a personal level. Although Trey has a girlfriend and Cassie has a boyfriend, both sneak out and meet secretly. Until when can they play this game? Follow her experiences concerning friendships, heartbreaks, and relationships with men This Time Around.




The Second Time Around


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In this entry of the USA Today–bestselling Regency romance series, a widow gets a second chance at love when reunited with a dashing viscount. Patience was the second wife of the Earl of Worthington before he died. So why shouldn’t Patience be allowed a second chance at marriage, too? Of course, finding a new husband was not something the mother of four had ever planned on. But a surprise encounter with her first love has suddenly made the impossible seem possible all over again… It seems like a lifetime ago that Richard, Viscount Wolverton, was halfway around the world, looking for adventure…while Patience, at her coming-out, was left with no choice but to take old Worthington’s hand. Richard never forgot the woman whose heart he yearned for—and now that he’s back, he’s not going to let her slip away again… Praise for The Worthingtons series “A classic Regency romp! Perfect for fans of Grace Burrowes.”—Caroline Linden, USA Today–bestselling author on When a Marquis Chooses a Bride “Three Weeks to Wed is a delightfully heartwarming escape into the sparkling world of the Regency. Ella Quinn weaves magic.”—Cathy Maxwell, New York Times–bestselling author




This Time Around


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Sammie, still recovering from her abusive marriage, finds herself unwillingly attracted to high school sweetheart R.J. when he takes over daily operations of "Romantic Living," and wonders if she will ever be able to accept his love.




This Time Around


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"Couldn’t put it down! Great characters with funny/quirky personalities…some steamy scenes full of emotion."​ 2nd Place in the 2020 Koru Award of Excellence for Short Romance​ ​Finalist in the 2020 Stiletto contest for Mid-length Romance What would you do for a second chance at love? Jane Melville has done some very stupid things in her life. Having an open sexual relationship with someone who turned out to be a thieving con man and left her standing at the altar—pregnant and penniless—was one of the worst. With her dreams of owning her own catering business down the drain, and the prospect of working at her family's patisserie for the rest of her life looking more and more likely, Jane is determined to make the most of her misfortunes. After all, things could be worse. Her baby daddy might have turned out to be the con man instead of the tall, brooding lawyer, Rafael Bennett. But just because she's willing to have a baby with the man doesn't mean she has to like him. Rafe Bennett's life has been one of responsibility and heartache. A long time ago, he was forced to give up the girl of his dreams, then made to bear the brunt of her anger for his trouble. In the years since, he has shared his bed with Jane Melville more times than he can count, snatching moments of erotic bliss whenever he can, but when she chose to marry someone else, Rafe walked away for good. Or so he thought. When fate thrusts Jane back into his life—complete with baby on board—Rafe seizes the opportunity with both hands. He lost her once and never truly got her back, but he's determined to change their fate. He knows in his heart that with a little persuasion and a whole lot of cake, everything will be different this time around!




This Time Around


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Ten years ago, she broke her first love’s heart. Now, like it or not, she’s his wedding date. Katie finds her hometown friend’s wedding invitation buried under a stack of mail and makes the last-minute decision to escape her demanding job long enough to attend. She’s given little thought to being minus a plus one until the bride suggests she attend with another single. Anticipating polite conversation with a stranger over the plated entrée, Katie agrees… and finds herself face-to-face with her high school boyfriend, whom she hasn’t seen since she dumped him after graduation. Once a shy, gawky teenager, Chase has grown into a strong, handsome man. Yet he never escaped the heartache of Katie’s sharp rejection. For years, he’s distracted himself with work. Now, his time is filled with raising his nephew after his brother and sister-in-law died in a car accident. The last thing he needs is a painful reminder of the past. Yet thanks to his cousin, the two meet again and realize the spark of attraction between them is still burning bright. But Katie needs to return to her job, and Chase can’t uproot his orphaned nephew. Can the pair reconcile and build a future together?