The Guy Series by Skylar M. Cates

A military man and a “nice guy” at a crossroads Anthony Carrino loves his big, gregarious Italian-American family. Even if his sisters are interfering, and his dad, the local sheriff, knows everything going on in town. He’s happy as a middle-school guidance counselor. Despite helping kids and their parents fix their problems, Anthony can’t manage to get his own love life right. Apparently, he’s just too nice. Dean Pierce doesn’t do relationships... moreA military man and a “nice guy” at a crossroads Anthony Carrino loves his big, gregarious Italian-American family. Even if his sisters are interfering, and his dad, the local sheriff, knows everything going on in town. He’s happy as a middle-school guidance counselor. Despite helping kids and their parents fix their problems, Anthony can’t manage to get his own love life right. Apparently, he’s just too nice. Dean Pierce doesn’t do relationships. A tough-minded military man, he is dedicated to his job flying Chinook helicopters and minding his own business. He never stays in one place for long, and he certainly doesn’t want to deal with a mess of emotions. But when tragedy strikes, Dean finds his hands full with the unexpected addition of his troubled niece, her irresistible guidance counselor, and a meddlesome family, which includes a rather large puppy. Will Dean have a change of heart or will he stick to his agenda? Anthony has been hurt before, and he doubts his feelings are reason enough for Dean to stay in Glamour. If Anthony can convince Dean that some plans aren’t worth keeping, then maybe this time, the “nice guy” won’t finish last. NOTE: This book was previously published under the same title. The new edition has been reformatted, with new front and back matter, but the overall story is the same. less

Sometimes a risk will bring the ultimate reward. Aaron Weiss knows how to escape. Years ago, he ran from a romantic disappointment and impulsively joined the Army. Now, he’s forced to take a medical discharge and readjusting to life at home proves a challenge. Jesse Ross knows how to hide. He realizes he’s an oddball, that he’s an outsider within his own family. He also knows his secret love since childhood, Aaron, only wants his good-looking, favored older brother... moreSometimes a risk will bring the ultimate reward. Aaron Weiss knows how to escape. Years ago, he ran from a romantic disappointment and impulsively joined the Army. Now, he’s forced to take a medical discharge and readjusting to life at home proves a challenge. Jesse Ross knows how to hide. He realizes he’s an oddball, that he’s an outsider within his own family. He also knows his secret love since childhood, Aaron, only wants his good-looking, favored older brother. Over the years, Jesse is a faithful pen pal to Aaron, never fully able to abandon his intense feelings. Then Aaron shows up on his doorstep, and in a twist of events, the two are overwhelmingly drawn to each other. As long-buried secrets and past hurts take center stage, Aaron and Jesse must take a leap of faith to be together. Will taking a chance on love break their hearts or lead them to a forever future? NOTE: This is book #2 in a series, The Guy Series. However, it can be read as a standalone. This book was previously published under the same title. The new edition has been reformatted, with new front and back matter, but the overall story is the same. less

Posing as half of a fake couple seems like a fun idea, if only it wasn’t with him. Henry doesn’t want to be in Glamour, not after moving far away to overcome a difficult, if privileged, childhood. He’s no longer that pudgy kid desperate to escape his hometown, but it still holds painful memories. When his recently widowed mother needs him, however, “dependable Henry” does the right thing—even if it means leaving his job at the IRS to take a boring corporate position... morePosing as half of a fake couple seems like a fun idea, if only it wasn’t with him. Henry doesn’t want to be in Glamour, not after moving far away to overcome a difficult, if privileged, childhood. He’s no longer that pudgy kid desperate to escape his hometown, but it still holds painful memories. When his recently widowed mother needs him, however, “dependable Henry” does the right thing—even if it means leaving his job at the IRS to take a boring corporate position. But things don’t stay boring for long. Soon Henry finds himself taking extraordinary measures to help the local sheriff’s department unravel a crime. Deputy Locke may be new to the Sheriff’s Department of Glamour, but he’s fought his way up in the world and is determined to make a good impression. He keeps his personal life private, even from his beloved younger brother. Set in his ways, Locke knows better than most the need to protect what’s his. He especially knows not to give away his heart. Emotions are of no use to him, and he keeps them well-buried. Henry resents the arrogant, gorgeous cop, and Locke finds Henry to be sheltered and spoiled. A secret and steamy encounter adds to their animosity while stirring up feelings neither counted on. The two join forces, and as the case gets complicated, so does the fine line between love and hate. Both men think a relationship would be catastrophic, but the white-hot passion between them is all too real. Could Henry and Locke be more than a hookup gone wrong? NOTE: This book is #3 in a series, The Guy Series. However, it can be read as a standalone. This book was previously published under the same title. The new edition has been reformatted, with new front and back matter, but the overall story is the same. less

A Work in The Guy Series Two proposals. One giant dog. Reunited lovers. Welcome to Glamour, Arizona, where the holidays are never dull. Glamour may be a small town, but the surprises keep coming. Everybody’s looking forward to Thanksgiving. Only Mac Sharma is a reluctant guest. Even as Anthony and Dean make him feel welcome at the Carrino table, Mac feels awkward among the close-knit group of friends. Life gets even more complicated when Conor Harvey shows up in town... moreA Work in The Guy Series Two proposals. One giant dog. Reunited lovers. Welcome to Glamour, Arizona, where the holidays are never dull. Glamour may be a small town, but the surprises keep coming. Everybody’s looking forward to Thanksgiving. Only Mac Sharma is a reluctant guest. Even as Anthony and Dean make him feel welcome at the Carrino table, Mac feels awkward among the close-knit group of friends. Life gets even more complicated when Conor Harvey shows up in town. Mac has been in love with Conor since his university days. Too bad Conor broke his heart—right before he fled to his hometown in Ireland without explanation. Conor's still a wild artist and as sexy as Mac remembers. But they’re no longer kids. This Thanksgiving, Mac must decide if he can give Conor a second chance. less