Bøger udgivet af Amanda Shelley, Inc.

Watching my sister fall in love last summer gave me something I hadn't expected-hope. It gave me hope that there might be someone out there for me and hope that I might get past my misguided fears and finally let someone in.With my help, Ryan's planning the most epic proposal. I just have to get the know-it-all musician I work with to fall in line to make it work.Jax is wicked smart, extremely talented, and sexy as sin. But he can't see the forest for the trees when it comes to his potential. He'd rather keep playing in dive bars along the coast than take a real shot at success.When the Seaside festival has a music competition, I present Jax with an ultimatum that will either make or break both our careers.I've laid it all on the line, but can he?

Samantha never saw Enzo coming. As the dust settles from her divorce, her life is full. She doesn't have time for distractions. She's too busy running her own company and checking off numerous items from her kids' demanding schedule to have a life of her own. Then he walks into her kitchen with his breathtaking green eyes and a mischievous grin. He's there to surprise his father - her contractor, but his presence makes everything off kilter. Enzo's perfectly content with his adventurous life as an elite rescue pilot, until a harmless prank turns on him. Instead of surprising his father, he finds his world thrown off course by the beautiful woman with a sexy smile, wicked sass and the mouthwatering ability to keep him on his toes. With his limited time on leave, is she worth the risk to his heart?

Falling head over heels was the last thing I expected.Literally.Coffee is everywhere - and more than my ego is bruised.When the handsome stranger I plowed into calls me by name, mortification sinks in.He rushes off to class. I run home to change, hoping to forget the whole incident.If only I could be so lucky.I quickly find it's a small world and Gavin Wallace is completely unavoidable.Everywhere I turn he's there. In my classes. Hanging with my friends.I've got his full attention and I have to admit, I like it a lot more than I should.

This pitch could make or break my career.Not only will it set a personal record for the biggest account I've ever landed, but it could set my newfound company three years ahead of schedule for expansion.Thank god I've got Nate Bellinger on my team.Even though I had my reservations hiring the sexiest man I've ever laid eyes on - he more than meets my expectations with his hard work and determination. Together, we've formed a solid team and play off each other perfectly.As we wait for the final verdict, I begrudgingly take Nate up on his offer for a night on the town. After all, this is Vegas and I need to let the chips fall where they may.Imagine my surprise when I wake up the next morning to find we've not only won the campaign, but I'm apparently married to the man I've only ever let myself fantasize about.The kicker of it all - he has no intentions of letting me go.But what will it mean once we leave Vegas?

Zander's known for being a player both on and off the court. When his name shows up as my next client, my heart stalls, and not in a good way. There's no way I'll survive the semester with him. I just don't have the patience.However, when I need help, Zander makes a proposal I can't refuse. He'll be my fake date to my best friend's wedding so I don't have to face my ex and his new girlfriend alone.The weekend goes off without a hitch as we effortlessly pretend to have the time of our lives.All is perfect... until I realize my feelings for Zander are no longer an act.What will I do when our arrangement comes to an end?

Summers in Seaside meant time with Nana, my sisters and an entire season at the beach.Nana always took care of everything far in advance, so it shouldn't be surprising that she'd planned renovations for after she passed.However she failed to mention said plans to anyone.So imagine my surprise, when I'm awoken by the blasting sound of a saw practically coming through my wall, the first official morning of summer break.Not only did I come flying out of bed swinging, but I gave Ryan, the unsuspecting carpenter the surprise of his life, when I came wielding my killer coat hanger and all. Too bad, I was only in a tank and undies and it wasn't nearly as effective as I'd hoped.Of course, Ryan insists Nana paid for this project in full and he's only doing his job.But my sisters and I must make this summer memorable without Nana. It was her final request. I refuse to let a tall, pesky, sexy as sin, know-it-all get in our way. Nope - not a chance.For the next few weeks, I do my best to pretend I ignore Ryan - until my youngest sister throws down a dare I can't back down from.Kiss the next single guy who walks up to the bonfire - or explain to my sisters why I get riled up over Ryan.When Ryan suddenly appears, I know I'm screwed in more ways than one.Not only will my sisters find I've been keeping a secret, but from the determined look on Ryan's face, I'm afraid he's eager to reveal it to the world as well.What have I gotten myself into?As I walk toward him, one thing is certain - this summer dare will either make or break me.

With Enzo returning to Germany, distance has its hardships.Settling down or having a family had never been on his radar before Samantha.Now her quick wit and sexy smile has him contemplating his life choices. She and her kids have burrowed their way deep into his heart, and he knows he cannot let go.Samantha never imagined she would fall so hard for the man who broke through her defenses and took her world by surprise. She's looking forward to their carefree vacation.However, fate has other plans, which potentially will bring them closer together or rip them apart.Will Enzo and Samantha get the resolution they desire?**This is book Two of a Duet, you will want to read Resilience to see how this story began.**