Second Chance Lovers Series by Austin Bates

I can’t love him. It’s not allowed. Twenty years ago, I made a promise. If anything ever happened to Marc - my best friend - I'd step up and take care of his wife and baby son. I never thought I'd have to honor it. Never even dreamed that something would happen to him. He was an unyielding presence in my life. Always solid. Always there. And now he's dead. Murdered in cold blood. His wife, Lindy, is holding in there. But his son, Mason, isn't coping very well at all... moreI can’t love him. It’s not allowed. Twenty years ago, I made a promise. If anything ever happened to Marc - my best friend - I'd step up and take care of his wife and baby son. I never thought I'd have to honor it. Never even dreamed that something would happen to him. He was an unyielding presence in my life. Always solid. Always there. And now he's dead. Murdered in cold blood. His wife, Lindy, is holding in there. But his son, Mason, isn't coping very well at all. It's gotten so bad that he may have to postpone his final semester of university. All I want to do is look out for him, and having me around seems to help. But I have a secret. It’s more than grief. Mason wants me - the way an omega wants their alpha. And heaven help me, but I want him, too. I'm so sorry, Marc. I love your son. And now I don't know what to do. Crushing On My Father's Best Friend is a dual point of view, contemporary mpreg novel featuring a guaranteed happy ending and the healing that comes through the power of love. The first in its series, this title can be read as a standalone book. less

Sawyer can spot a bad boyfriend at a hundred paces… Liars, cheaters, and worse, he can’t seem to stay away. If it weren’t for Axel Lewis, he wouldn’t be able to put himself back together after every heartbreak. Ax is kind, protective, and way too good for the mess that is Sawyer Clarke. But when one of his terrible exes starts causing trouble, Sawyer will need the help of his best friend to stay out of danger... moreSawyer can spot a bad boyfriend at a hundred paces… Liars, cheaters, and worse, he can’t seem to stay away. If it weren’t for Axel Lewis, he wouldn’t be able to put himself back together after every heartbreak. Ax is kind, protective, and way too good for the mess that is Sawyer Clarke. But when one of his terrible exes starts causing trouble, Sawyer will need the help of his best friend to stay out of danger. And maybe, just maybe, there might be more between them than he’s ever dared to dream. He’s been waiting for years… It’s torture to watch the man he loves go through terrible boyfriends who don’t deserve him, and Ax won’t let that happen again. He’s been Sawyer’s best friend since they were kids, and he’s secretly pined for years. Now he’s ready to make his move and be the man standing at Sawyer’s side for good. But with Sawyer’s ex ready to cause trouble, it may already be too late. Danger lurks in their sedate town and when they’re ready for their chance at love it could be ripped away before it can begin. Love hasn’t come easy or stayed long for the men of Knot Pointe, Colorado. But now luck is on their side. They’ll seize their second chances and find the loves of their lives! This book and every other book in the Second Chance Lovers Series can be read in any order! less

He’s running himself ragged to keep his family together… Wyatt’s always been the caretaker for his three younger siblings, but when his parents’ negligence becomes too much, he needs to step in and make things official. Keeping the kids out of foster care and raising them by himself is almost too much for one twenty-four year old to handle, but he’ll do anything to protect his family... moreHe’s running himself ragged to keep his family together… Wyatt’s always been the caretaker for his three younger siblings, but when his parents’ negligence becomes too much, he needs to step in and make things official. Keeping the kids out of foster care and raising them by himself is almost too much for one twenty-four year old to handle, but he’ll do anything to protect his family. Even if it means turning to a staid and surprisingly attractive lawyer who’s willing to take his case on a pro bono basis. He’s the best family lawyer in the state… Forty year old Carter admires Wyatt’s determination to raise his siblings despite his young age. And they should have no problem keeping things professional. After all, Wyatt is too young for him and way too busy taking care of three kids. But the more time that Carter spends with the family, the more he finds himself fitting in and hoping for more. As long nights with Wyatt burn with the promise of passion, Carter will need to decide if he’s ready to risk his heart to take a chance at having everything he always wanted with a man and a family he never knew he could need. Love hasn’t come easy or stayed long for the men of Knot Pointe, Colorado. But now luck is on their side. They’ll seize their second chances and find the loves of their lives! This book and every other book in the Second Chance Lovers Series can be read in any order. less

Nolan isn’t too old for me, no matter what he says … I started coming to the coffee shop to work on my novel, but I keep coming back to watch Nolan, the hot as hell alpha who owns the place. So what if he’s a few─okay several─years older than me? I know that I belong in his bed and in his life. Nolan’s been hurt by young omegas before and I need to convince him that we could be the real thing. He gets me like no one ever has and I yearn to be his... moreNolan isn’t too old for me, no matter what he says … I started coming to the coffee shop to work on my novel, but I keep coming back to watch Nolan, the hot as hell alpha who owns the place. So what if he’s a few─okay several─years older than me? I know that I belong in his bed and in his life. Nolan’s been hurt by young omegas before and I need to convince him that we could be the real thing. He gets me like no one ever has and I yearn to be his. But when a post on my blog sparks controversy, I’m suddenly in danger and Nolan thinks it’s all my fault. Are we really over before we begin? Or can Nolan and I find a way to overcome the threats and take our chance at love? less