Bøger af Kristen Granata

When my best friend tells me she's finally following her dreams and starting her own business, I couldn't be happier. Since college, we've talked about creating a website where people of all types can feel free to be themselves and explore what turns them on. So when she asks me to run it with her, I'm all in. Until she asks me to sleep with her and her husband, and post it on the website. I've loved her my whole life, but she chose a different path to please her parents. A path that led her to her wonderful hockey pro husband. If I accept her offer, I'd be her dirty secret all over again, and I don't know if my heart can withstand it. But when my apartment goes under construction, I'm stuck living with the two people I should be keeping my distance from. The forced proximity brings us closer in ways I never would've imagined, and now that we've started, I don't know how we'll be able to stop when it's time for me to move back out. No one can know about the things the three of us are doing. There's too much at stake. But even though we're careful to hide our identities, nothing stays hidden on the internet for long...

Elena When my candy bowl gets stolen by a mischievous teenager on Halloween, I march across the street to confront the girl's father. Since the bowl is a memento from my family, I expect him to apologize and make his daughter give it back. No harm, no foul. Not only does the gorgeous single dad-who I've enjoyed watching mow his lawn without a shirt more times than I'd like to admit-deny the whole thing and take his daughter's side, but he is extremely rude to me. I should let it go and cut my losses. But something about his self-righteous attitude strikes a nerve. So, I steal something from him to get even. And end up starting a war. Grant I'm too old to be pulling pranks on my neighbor. But when I see the smile it brings to my daughter's face, I'll do anything to keep her from reverting back to slamming her bedroom door and yelling that I don't understand her. Being a single parent is hard, and being a father to a hormonal teenage girl is something else entirely. It has always been just the two of us, but I'm starting to realize that I might not be enough to help her as she turns into a young woman. Which is why I call a truce with the beautiful blonde across the street and allow her to tutor my daughter instead. I'm not prepared for the bond they create, and I'm definitely not prepared for the way my body reacts whenever she's around. Somehow, my enemy just turned into so much more.

Heart Trick is a fake dating hockey romance novella from bestselling author Kristen Granata. This is book 1 in a series of interconnected standalone novellas.My new neighbor is a jerk. Sure, he's the embodiment of tall, dark, and handsome, and he looks like he could crush a watermelon between his muscular thighs. But he has managed to become enemy number one within the first forty-eight hours of moving into the apartment next door.I may have retaliated and escalated the situation. I'm not above being petty, and I'm determined to make him break first.Until he sees my cheating ex-boyfriend giving me a hard time outside our building and steps in to help. If it weren't for the pictures in the press the next morning, I would've assumed his act of kindness was just a fever dream. But my face is everywhere-labeled as hockey star Trenton Ward's new girlfriend.Now, my grumpy neighbor's agent wants to run with this story. Apparently, his image needs some sprucing. (I can't imagine why with such a charming personality.) I agree under one circumstance: I get to use him for inspiration in the new romance book I'm working on.I swear I meant it in the figurative sense when I signed the contract.But after a few fake dates and a toe-curling kiss, Trenton turns into my experimental guinea pig for all my spicy scenes. I may be fake dating one of the NHL's best goalies, but out of all the things we do, faking it is not one of them.Only, falling in love wasn't in the fine print.

Merritt Adams was used to taking care of herself. With her mother's selfish abandonment, and her father's shocking suicide, she is convinced that nobody will ever stick around for long. However, after she is mysteriously rescued from a fiery crash, Merritt needs to learn how to accept help, and love - even when it comes from an unexpected source. Trying to create a new life for herself will be difficult, and so will resisting the charms of someone she swore she would never show interest in. In addition to the buzz surrounding Merritt's tragic headlines, everyone is talking about the charismatic Chase Brooks' return home after spending two years in California aspiring to become a rock star. What people don't know is the real reason why he had to leave his dreams behind. Saddened by his return, Chase is even more saddened to see how broken and alone his childhood classmate, Merritt, is. Two sad souls could be good for each other, couldn't they? Merritt isn't so sure... and after she finds out who pulled her from the mangled car that night, her life will be changed forever.

When my best friend tells me she's finally following her dreams and starting her own business, I couldn't be happier. Since college, we've talked about creating a website where people of all types can feel free to be themselves and explore what turns them on. So when she asks me to run it with her, I'm all in.Until she asks me to sleep with her and her husband, and post it on the website.I've loved her my whole life, but she chose a different path to please her parents. A path that led her to her wonderful hockey pro husband. If I accept her offer, I'd be her dirty secret all over again, and I don't know if my heart can withstand it.But when my apartment goes under construction, I'm stuck living with the two people I should be keeping my distance from. The forced proximity brings us closer in ways I never would've imagined, and now that we've started, I don't know how we'll be able to stop when it's time for me to move back out.No one can know about the things the three of us are doing. There's too much at stake.But even though we're careful to hide our identities, nothing stays hidden on the internet for long...

A contemporary romance about hope, mental health, and the healing power of love.After surviving a suicide attempt, Phoenix Bridges has been given a second chance at life-one she isn't sure what to do with. When she's released from a psychiatric treatment center, she moves into her family's old shore house in New Jersey to figure out how to start over. She expects the town to be desolate in the winter months. What she doesn't anticipate is the gorgeous, brooding cop who lives next door. James Russo blames himself for being unable to save his mother years ago. Now he's made it his life's mission to help everyone he can. So when he catches a glimpse of his beautiful new neighbor crying through her bedroom window, he's determined to be her refuge. Sparks fly as they grow close and share their tragic pasts. But when danger unexpectedly strikes, James is helpless to stop it as Phoenix gets caught in the crossfire. Will Phoenix fight for the life she never wanted, or will James lose the one he loves all over again? *TW: This book contains some sensitive subject matter.

The job was clear: Get in, get what I need, and get out.It should've been easy.It could've been effortless.I wasn't supposed to fall in love with the enemy's daughter. Long raven hair and dark mischievous eyes drew me in. Her feisty attitude and caring heart kept me there. Her pain called out to mine and our souls entwined.Now I'm in so deep, I don't know which way is up. If my father finds out, we'll be next on his list.I'll do anything in my power to protect her, but how can I keep her safe when I'm the one I need to keep her safe from?She doesn't know it yet, but she's playing the part of Juliet in this twisted tragedy.And our final act is inevitable. REVIEW "This was an absolute 5 star read, I had it in my hands every chance I could get. The story was written beautifully, and we really got inside of the characters heads." -- Caroline O'Sullivan, ARC Recipient"Amazing chemistry between the main characters, secrets and twists, an actual strong female main character, and a very good amount of steam." -- Themreadsbooks"A real, sweet, intense and passionate story that catches you from the first pages." -- Stela Sparrowinlove, ARC Recipient"Badass heroine- check. Hottie hero- check. Off the charts chemistry- check. Forbidden romance- check. Angst- check. Suspense- check. Kristen has outdone herself. This book was killer!!" -- SJ Sylvis, Author"A great read for those who love a darker, edgier romance with lots of action... and a kick ass heroine!" -- Nikki J Summers, Author"Inevitable is a take on Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet and Kristen did a great job of filling in those shoes. In previous renditions Juliet isn't as forward and ballsy as Kristen's "Juliet" (aka Eva). Kristen's version is my kind of heroine." -- Colleen Young, Author"The ones we love we hurt the most, and in this angsty retake on Romeo and Juliet it's more true than ever. Betrayal is everywhere and no one is left unharmed. Oh holy hotness, You don't want to miss this gem!" -- Sonja Ton, ARC Recipient

Heart Trick is a fake dating hockey romance novella from bestselling author Kristen Granata. My new neighbor is a jerk. Sure, he's the embodiment of tall, dark, and handsome, and he looks like he could crush a watermelon between his muscular thighs. But he has managed to become enemy number one within the first forty-eight hours of moving into the apartment next door. I may have retaliated and escalated the situation. I'm not above being petty, and I'm determined to make him break first. Until he sees my cheating ex-boyfriend giving me a hard time outside our building and steps in to help. If it weren't for the pictures in the press the next morning, I would've assumed his act of kindness was just a fever dream. But my face is everywhere-labeled as hockey star Trenton Ward's new girlfriend. Now, my grumpy neighbor's agent wants to run with this story. Apparently, his image needs some sprucing. (I can't imagine why with such a charming personality.) I agree under one circumstance: I get to use him for inspiration in the new romance book I'm working on. I swear I meant it in the figurative sense when I signed the contract. But after a few fake dates and a toe-curling kiss, Trenton turns into my experimental guinea pig for all my spicy scenes. I may be fake dating one of the NHL's best goalies, but out of all the things we do, faking it is not one of them. Only, falling in love wasn't in the fine print.

Book 2 in The Collision Series is a continuation of Collision, the emotional New Adult romance. After the shocking ending of "Collision," Merritt Adams is now faced with the emotions she's buried for almost a decade. While her boyfriend goes off to fulfill his rock star dreams in California, Merritt is left to her own devices. She drowns her sorrows in alcohol, and spirals out of control. She's headed down a familiar dark path - one that led her father to take his own life. TJ Cutler is an MMA fighter who knows how dangerous inner demons can be. He may be the only person who can reach Merritt, having survived his own nightmarish childhood. But Merritt needs to prove that she's willing to take responsibility for the choices she's made, and commit to following TJ's rules. Merritt accepts TJ's help, and starts making the right choices. But the road to recovery isn't easy. She falters and breaks TJ's trust, disappointing him and herself. The only way for Merritt to move forward is by confronting the ghost she's been running from all along. Will Merritt give up and lose, or will she get up and fight? REVIEW "Hands down, one of my favorites this year. Kristen Granata, your storytelling is fuel. It's fire. It grips and doesn't let go even after you're done reading. I had the biggest book hangover after this duet." -- Andrea Hopkins, Author "I L O V E D the sequel! My gosh, I was up on the sofa reading as fast as my eyes would let me. 5 STARS and highly recommended." -- TheGuideToRomanceNovels "This story was so well done. The writing was phenomenal, and the plot fantastic. Kristen Granata is an author to watch out for." -- Mary, Astronima's On Pointe Reviews "Boy was I unprepared for book two. Drama, action, romance, friendships, playfulness, this book had it all." -- Lindsey Powell, Author "This read was so emotional and had me in a ball of anxiety at times, just hoping the worst case scenario wouldn't happen. Such incredible writing, amazing characters and honest emotion!" -- Kara, RotellaReads

Dear Santa, Find me a fake boyfriend I can take home for the holidays... There are certain things I never thought I'd do. Hiring an escort to pose as my boyfriend sits at the top of that list. But the idea of sitting alone at Mom's table for the fifth year in a row after my fiancé cheated on me has me feeling desperate. It started as a drunken joke when I let my best friend convince me to fill out an application for a male escort. Now, I'm on my way to see my family with the man I paid for. He's nothing like the polished professional I expected-complete with tattoos, a sinful muscular physique, and a blunt attitude. I almost call the whole thing off. Yet there's something he's hiding under his gruff exterior, and while I'm supposed to be getting to know my fake boyfriend, I'd rather learn about who this mysterious man truly is. What started as a simple business transaction isn't so simple anymore. We can barely keep our hands off each other-even when no one's watching. The lines we drew in our contract are blurring, and it doesn't feel like we're pretending. I can't keep up with our lie for much longer. But how can I trust my heart with someone who fakes love for a living? TW: Depression and talk of suicide in the past.

Book 4 in The Collision Series is an emotional standalone romance about finding hope after loss. TJ Cutler's life has been anything but easy. Looking at him now, no one would guess that the successful MMA fighter and business owner was once a homeless drug addict who witnessed his father brutally murder his mother when he was just a child. But TJ knows how harsh reality can be for some, and he dedicates his life to helping those who are struggling like he once did. Carla Evans thought that her life was perfect until everything fell apart. Determined to start over, she moves to a new town ready to check items off of her bucket list. She didn't plan for a steamy one-night stand with a muscular, tattooed fighter. She also didn't know that he'd end up being the boss at her new job a week later. She tries to keep things professional, but they're unable to resist their attraction to each other. Carla is the uptight, buttoned-up contrast to TJ's fearless and outgoing nature. He shows her how to live outside the box she constructed for herself, and pushes her past her comfort zone. But Carla soon realizes that TJ is the one in need of help - and love. Can Carla break through the walls of TJ's damaged past, or are his wounds too deep to be healed? This book contains some graphic scenes and sensitive subject matter. REVIEW "I devoured this book in hours. TJ, what can I say? You had me at the one tattooed butt cheek. Beautifully told & heartbreaking at the same time." -- Nikki J Summers, Author "This story made me feel everything. It consumed me. TJ and his demons, Carla and her struggles. Two characters that are totally right for one another. Kristen has a way with words and this book is written so beautifully." -- Lindsey Powell, Author "Fantastically Heavy Read! Wow! What an emotional ride Kristen Granata takes her readers on. From the blurb, I thought it was going to be pretty cut and dry, bad ass guy and stuck up girl getting together. However, this was so much more". -- Tiffany Readz "Kristen's writing continues to get better with every story. She is never afraid to write about real topics and loves making her readers go through a thousand emotions while reading her stories." -- Dorthy, GoodReads Reviewer

Book 3 is a standalone in The Collision Series. Every choice has a consequence. Charlotte Thompson knows it all too well. On the run from her past, she hopes to start over in her new home. To keep her secret safe, she must avoid getting close to anyone. The last thing she wants is to get involved with the town's notorious bad boy. Tanner Brooks is forever doomed to live in the shadow of his older sibling. Regarded as troubled and brooding, he's seen as nothing more than the other brother. That all changes when a striking new girl captures Tanner's attention. Charlotte gives him something to feel other than heartache and rage. Determined to prove himself, he will do anything for her ... even if it means putting his life on the line. Between Tanner's unwavering pursuit and Charlotte's wavering defenses, sparks fly. But when Charlotte's past catches up to her, she is forced to face the consequences of her actions. What's worse, Tanner is taken along for the ride. Charlotte needs to save Tanner from her mess and keep them both alive. This is an opposites attract, standalone romance about first love, finding your strength, and learning how to forgive not only others, but yourself. REVIEW"I freaking LOVED this book!!!! From beginning to end, this story consumed me." -- Kara, Rotella Reads "Granata's novels are not simply love stories. They are messages of strength. They are words of encouragement, and hope, and lessons learned. They are about fighting your inner demons, overcoming your obstacles, and surviving." -- Kerry, The Wineing Reader "The instant connection between Charlotte and Tanner was everything. The push and pull kept had me gripping my Kindle. The little moments that I feel Kristen writes so well." -- Andrea Hopkins, Author "Tanner was a hothead with a romantic side that made me swoon. Charlotte was a sweet girl with secrets in her that kept her from moving on with a happy life. Usually you read a story and broken characters come together and fix each other but in this one they fixed themselves so they could be together." -- Tammi, GoodReads Reviewer

From the author who brought you the best-selling romantic comedy, "Hating the Boss." They say you never forget your first love. Clearly, they haven't tried hard enough. I've spent five years forgetting about Christopher Hastings. His gentle touch? A distant memory. Those gorgeous hazel eyes? Long gone. The sparks that flew when we kissed? Wiped from my mind. Now my life is going exactly the way I want it to. I landed a teaching job at my old elementary school. I'm happy again. Everything's perfect. Imagine my surprise when I find out my school's gym teacher is none other than Christopher Hastings. Cue panic attack. But it doesn't matter how good he fills out those basketball shorts-I've moved on. At least that's what I keep telling myself. If only my heart would get the memo. They say you never forget your first love, and it looks like Christopher is determined to make sure I never forget mine. REVIEW "I loved this book from start to finish. Kristen Granata has found her sweet spot, mixing romcom together with some real life emotions." -- Tracy, GoodReads Reviewer "This book was charming, witty, and touching - a second chance romance at its finest." -- Lacey Dailey, Author "OMG! This book. I could not put it down. Christopher and Michelle are a perfect match!! This book was so funny and heartfelt. I was smiling the whole time." -- Rachael Smith, ARC Recipient "This book had such a good balance between funny, sweet and some heaviness. I wish I could give it more than 5 stars." -- Love of Words Between the Pages

Book 1 in The Collision Series is an emotional, slow burn, New Adult romance. After losing both of her parents, Merritt Adams was forced to grow up at a young age. Now a bitter and jaded adult, she's convinced that the only person she can count on is herself. When she's injured in a fiery crash, Merritt has to learn how to accept help from her friends. But she isn't prepared for support from the popular musician she used to go to school with. Chase Brooks spent the last two years in California aspiring to become a rock star, but his dream is cut short when he receives word about his sick father. He returns home to be with his family, and ends up seeking solace in the one girl who knows what it's like to lose everything. Merritt fights her attraction to Chase every step of the way, refusing to let him in. But beneath his cocky charm and good looks, she finds a caring man who's hurting just as badly as she is. As they grow closer, the wall Merritt built around her heart begins to crumble. What Merritt doesn't know is that Chase holds the truth about who saved her from her mangled car the night of the accident - and it could destroy the trust he's worked so hard for. Two sad souls could be perfect for each other, but a secret might tear them apart. REVIEW "A deep storyline that I couldn't even put the book down for one second. It's that freaking addictive." -- Yasamin, ARC Recipient "This is an outstanding debut novel. The author has crafted a story that is engaging, thought provoking, passionate, and full of friendship and love." -- Kristine, A Cozy Booknook "A sweet, emotional, slow burn, New Adult Romance. This book had me laughing and wanting to cry from beginning to end." -- Michelle Hillstrom, Author "One of the best books I've read this year. Every character is so well written and real. The dialogue is perfection. This one got me and made me feel all the feels." -- Andrea Hopkins, Author "Wow. Just wow. This book has left me speechless. I seriously can't believe this is Kristen's debut novel! It is insanely good. The writing, the characters, the emotions., . it's phenomenal!" -- MegB, Book Lover Blog

A contemporary romance about courage, loss, and moving on. Callie Kingston's life as an Orange County housewife isn't as perfect as it seems. Her husband isn't the same man she fell in love with nine years ago, and her home is no longer her safe haven. But she's determined to keep up appearances, especially when it comes to concealing the bruises her husband's temper leaves behind. Until Cole Luciano moves into her best friend's house across the street. He's abrasive and rude, but his steel-blue eyes tell a different story-one with dark secrets that has Callie curious. After suffering through an unspeakable tragedy, Cole settles into his sister's pool house until he can get back on his feet. He's convinced that he deserves to live with the guilt he harbors from his past, and wants nothing more than to be left alone. Yet he can't seem to stay away from his beautiful neighbor. He sees right through Callie's carefully orchestrated lies and is desperate to help her. Callie discovers more than an angry and bitter man underneath Cole's hard exterior. But when Callie finally finds the courage to create a new life for herself, Cole isn't sure if there's enough of his heart left to give in order to be the man she deserves. Can two broken souls heal each other, or are some just too damaged to be put back together? This book contains some graphic scenes and very sensitive subject matter. REVIEWS"It's very rare that an author surprises me. Kristen Granata didn't just surprise me, she completely blew me away. If you love emotional, poignant, and healing romance, you simply cannot miss What's Left of Me. A five-star must read and a lovely introduction for me to a new author I know I'll love for years to come." - Bestselling Author Kandi Steiner "This beautiful, heartrending book is a must-read. Kristen Granata delivered everything I want in a romance: romance, love, heartbreak, and healing. I'm still thinking about Cole and Callie weeks later." - USA Today Bestselling Author Ella James "I'm making a bold statement, this is easily one of my top reads of 2020 and could likely be my number 1 read of the year. Quite frankly, this is one of the best books I have ever read. Hands down Kristen's best work." - Steamy on Sundays "There have been two books that have stood out to me, two books that I still think about today: It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover and Long Shot by Kennedy Ryan. After this book, I'm adding a third to that list. Kristen knocked me off my feet with this one!." - NJPennyBookReviews