Juniper Creek Series by C.L. Cruz

Goody Two-Shoes is a short, sweet, steamy story. It is the third in the Juniper Creek series but can be read as a standalone. It features a strong, curvy heroine and the man who wins her heart.CharlotteI’ve always been a good girl. I stayed out of trouble, was the valedictorian of my class, and was even accepted into my father’s alma mater.But it was never enough to get my parents’ attention... moreGoody Two-Shoes is a short, sweet, steamy story. It is the third in the Juniper Creek series but can be read as a standalone. It features a strong, curvy heroine and the man who wins her heart.CharlotteI’ve always been a good girl. I stayed out of trouble, was the valedictorian of my class, and was even accepted into my father’s alma mater.But it was never enough to get my parents’ attention.In fact, when they leave for the summer after my graduation, my best option is to stay with an old family friend and his surprisingly attractive son.Before embarking on the life they have planned for me, I might as well have fun.Tank Roberts is sexy, experienced, and sees something in me that no one else has.When it comes down to it, do I keep trying to fulfill my parents’ expectations or do I go after the life I really want?TankI didn’t always dream of being a small business owner, but I’m content with my life.At least, until I lay eyes on Charlotte Lowry.Juniper Creek isn’t big enough for the both of us.She’s young, curvy, temptation incarnate, and living in my house.Charlotte has every opportunity, and I’m going to make sure she doesn’t waste them.Even though I don’t want to ruin her future, if I have anything to say about it, she’s going to be a part of mine. less

Three short, sweet, steamy small-town romance stories in one box set with an exclusive bonus epilogue!TomboyWhen Chely started the Tacontento Grill, it was just a small, hole-in-the-wall taco joint with delicious food. But after the restaurant is featured on a popular food show, business starts to boom and it’s almost more than she can handle. That’s when Noah Bradford rides in on his white horse. He’s a restaurant investor with good taste and even better buns... moreThree short, sweet, steamy small-town romance stories in one box set with an exclusive bonus epilogue!TomboyWhen Chely started the Tacontento Grill, it was just a small, hole-in-the-wall taco joint with delicious food. But after the restaurant is featured on a popular food show, business starts to boom and it’s almost more than she can handle. That’s when Noah Bradford rides in on his white horse. He’s a restaurant investor with good taste and even better buns. But while he may look like Prince Charming, she's no swooning Cinderella. Can she stop being one of the boys long enough to let him treat her like a princess?BlabbermouthVeda and Nacho have been friends since grade school—over twenty years. And she's had a crush on his brother, Jack, for just as long. When she learns that Jack is recently single, she enlists Nacho to help make him jealous. But as they fake-date, the chemistry between them becomes real. It doesn’t take long for her to realize that her friend, with his secret six-pack abs, just might be the man of her dreams. Can she convince herself that she deserves to go after the brother that truly makes her happy?Goody Two-ShoesCharlotte has always been a good girl. She stayed out of trouble, was the salutatorian of her class, and was even accepted into her father’s alma mater. But it was never enough to get her parents’ attention. In fact, when they leave for the summer after her graduation, her best option is to stay with an old family friend and his surprisingly attractive son. Tank is sexy, experienced, and sees something in her that no one else has. When it comes down to it, will she keep trying to fulfill her parents’ expectations or will she go after the life she really wants? less

When a self-proclaimed old maid finds an unexpected connection, will she re-open for business?MaeAs everyone else around me partners up, it seems like I’ll be single for the rest of my life.Surprisingly, I’m okay with that.I have a handful of close friends and run a successful antique shop that keeps me busy.But then Dr. Graham Cooper strolls into town and turns the tables on me.His sexy muscles and cocky attitude make me want to re-open for business... moreWhen a self-proclaimed old maid finds an unexpected connection, will she re-open for business?MaeAs everyone else around me partners up, it seems like I’ll be single for the rest of my life.Surprisingly, I’m okay with that.I have a handful of close friends and run a successful antique shop that keeps me busy.But then Dr. Graham Cooper strolls into town and turns the tables on me.His sexy muscles and cocky attitude make me want to re-open for business.Will I continue to play it safe, or will I let him show me what I’ve been missing?GrahamI’m used to my busy life as a general surgeon in the city.That doesn’t mean I’m happy, though.When I inherit a private practice and a Victorian mansion in a small town, my first instinct is to sell it.But the antiques dealer I hire to help me changes my mind.Mae Mitchell is smart, sophisticated, and I want to study her curvy anatomy.Now I have to convince her that new isn’t always bad, especially when it comes to love. less

When a smarty pants and a know-it-all are forced to spend time together, will they be able to admit their feelings for each other?ReaganI’ve always believed learning to be serious business.As an English teacher, I love sharing the classics with my students.When I’m asked to chaperone a youth writing retreat, it seems like a great opportunity.That is, until I learn I’m going with Cash Hawkins... moreWhen a smarty pants and a know-it-all are forced to spend time together, will they be able to admit their feelings for each other?ReaganI’ve always believed learning to be serious business.As an English teacher, I love sharing the classics with my students.When I’m asked to chaperone a youth writing retreat, it seems like a great opportunity.That is, until I learn I’m going with Cash Hawkins.He’s too smart for his own good and infuriatingly superior, but I still want to give his six-pack abs straight A’s.Will I be able to put aside my great expectations and love him against all reason?CashI wasn’t a great student.Which is why it’s important for me that my open mic cafe be a place for free expression.Chaperoning a youth writing retreat seems like the perfect chance to spend more time with the kids.That is, until I learn I’m going with Reagan Doyle.But it turns out she’s more than just the local English teacher and resident stick-in-the-mud.Reagan is brilliant, witty, and makes me want to bang her erasers.Now I just have to convince her that our love is no fairy tale. less

When a spoiled brat falls for her bodyguard, will she let pride stand in the way of going after what she wants?BirdieAs a local realtor and the sheriff’s daughter, I’m a well-known face around town.So when a string of robberies threaten my livelihood, my dad puts one of his deputies on the case.Seth is sexy, fearless, and has me thinking of better uses for those handcuffs on his belt.I want him as more than just a bodyguard.Luckily, I have a way of always getting what I want... moreWhen a spoiled brat falls for her bodyguard, will she let pride stand in the way of going after what she wants?BirdieAs a local realtor and the sheriff’s daughter, I’m a well-known face around town.So when a string of robberies threaten my livelihood, my dad puts one of his deputies on the case.Seth is sexy, fearless, and has me thinking of better uses for those handcuffs on his belt.I want him as more than just a bodyguard.Luckily, I have a way of always getting what I want.SethI’m the new deputy in town, so I expect to get the worst gigs.Which is why I’m not surprised when I get assigned to babysit the boss’ daughter.Birdie Sweet is anything but sweet.She’s outspoken, headstrong, and so curvy that it should be illegal.But as we get to know each other, I realize she’s more than a spoiled brat.She’s exactly the kind of woman I want in my life.Now I just have to convince her that this town is big enough for the both of us. less