Caught Up In Love Series by Lauren Blakely

A second chance at first love... Five years ago, Kat Harper fell into a dizzying summer romance with her brother's best friend Bryan. It was a mad, crazy love full of kisses all through the night—but he broke her heart and she had to move on. Five years later, Kat is finishing her graduate degree and building her business as a jewelry designer, when Bryan, head of his own successful company, walks back into her life... moreA second chance at first love... Five years ago, Kat Harper fell into a dizzying summer romance with her brother's best friend Bryan. It was a mad, crazy love full of kisses all through the night—but he broke her heart and she had to move on. Five years later, Kat is finishing her graduate degree and building her business as a jewelry designer, when Bryan, head of his own successful company, walks back into her life. Bryan has been assigned to Kat as her new business mentor and the rules are clear. No hanky panky permitted. Kat can handle that because she's totally over him... right? Except, he still makes her laugh, and he remembers all the things she likes. Not to mention that he's even more handsome now than he was then. Then there's the spark between them—the simply undeniable chemistry, and the tender ways he shows he still cares for her. Can they resist each other the second time around or will first love trump all? less

Once upon a time in New York City, there was a down-on-his-luck actor named Reeve, who was talented and gorgeous in that dreamy, broody sort of way that makes all the women swoon. But show biz is a rough biz - he lost out on a part in a big film, and now his day job hours have been cut too. What's a handsome young thing in need of a role to do? Enter Sutton Brenner. She's sexy and shrewd and the most top-notch casting director there is... moreOnce upon a time in New York City, there was a down-on-his-luck actor named Reeve, who was talented and gorgeous in that dreamy, broody sort of way that makes all the women swoon. But show biz is a rough biz - he lost out on a part in a big film, and now his day job hours have been cut too. What's a handsome young thing in need of a role to do? Enter Sutton Brenner. She's sexy and shrewd and the most top-notch casting director there is. She's this close to landing a coveted gig casting a film based on a best-selling mega-romance novel, but there's a catch. After one too many transgressions with lovely single ladies, the film's philandering producer has been put on a short leash by his wife, who's forbidden him from working with anyone unattached. So the happily single Sutton strikes a pact with Reeve - play the role of her fiancee until she closes the deal, and he's guaranteed to get an audition for the starring role in the film. But as the two play pretend, the lines between make-believe and matters of the heart start to blur. Especially after that hot night in the balcony of the Broadway theater. And that scorching afternoon in the stacks of the New York Public Library. Who's playing who? Or is someone else really the director in the secret affair of their lives? PRETENDING HE'S MINE is a companion book in the New York Times and USA Today bestselling CAUGHT UP IN US series. It can be read before or after CAUGHT UP IN US, or on its own. You do not need to have read CAUGHT UP IN US to enjoy this story, though characters from CAUGHT UP IN US appear in PRETENDING HE'S MINE. This eBook also includes two bonus chapters from CAUGHT UP IN US and a sneak peek at the first chapter of USA Today Bestselling author Monica Murphy's upcoming novel SECOND CHANCE BOYFRIEND.Show more Show less

Sometimes you can't help falling in love, even when you try to do the opposite... Successful fashion blogger McKenna Bell has spent far too long protecting herself after the way her ex-fiancé left her at the altar for a college chick he met the night of his bachelor party. Loving again, trusting again, well, that's just not in the cards. Especially now that her ex is back in town with his new woman, demanding custody of McKenna's favorite creature in the whole world--her dog. No effing way... moreSometimes you can't help falling in love, even when you try to do the opposite... Successful fashion blogger McKenna Bell has spent far too long protecting herself after the way her ex-fiancé left her at the altar for a college chick he met the night of his bachelor party. Loving again, trusting again, well, that's just not in the cards. Especially now that her ex is back in town with his new woman, demanding custody of McKenna's favorite creature in the whole world--her dog. No effing way. McKenna's had enough of him, and she decides to even the score by finding her own hot young thing -- a Trophy Husband. Sure, she's only twenty-seven, but doesn't that make it even more fun -- and infuriating to her ex -- to pursue a younger man? When she declares her intentions on her daily blog, her quest quickly skyrockets in popularity, and that's when Chris enters the picture, and he’s got all the assets. He's handsome, successful, and turns her inside out with a kiss to end all kisses, the kind that makes you feel like a shooting star. But loving again could mean losing again, and it's so much easier to focus on getting even, isn't it? Unless, you just can't help falling in love. Which means McKenna will have to come face to face with what she really wants in life -- protecting her heart from hurt, or letting go of her fears of a new beginning. **TROPHY HUSBAND is part of the New York Times & USA Today Bestselling CAUGHT UP IN LOVE series. Each book can be read as a standalone, though you will likely enjoy the other books in the series.** THE CAUGHT UP IN LOVE SERIES: BOOK 1: CAUGHT UP IN HER (Bryan & Kat’s story begins) BOOK 2: CAUGHT UP IN US (Bryan & Kat’s story continues) BOOK 3: PRETENDING HE'S MINE (Reeve & Sutton's story) BOOK 4: TROPHY HUSBAND (Chris & McKenna's story) BOOK 5: PLAYING WITH HER HEART (Davis & Jill's story) BOOK 6: STARS IN THEIR EYES (William & Jess’ story - October 2014 release) BOOK 7: TANGLED UP IN LOVE (Box Set of Books 1-4) less

From the NYT & USA Today Bestselling romance author, a sizzling and addictive story of a woman with a broken past and the man who can’t fight his attraction to her… Twenty-three year old rising theater star Jill McCormick has built a life out of pretending. Pretending she’s happy, pretending she’s not haunted by the dark secret that shattered her world six years ago. But then she comes face to face with her new director – sexy, sophisticated, possessive, all-alpha Davis Milo... moreFrom the NYT & USA Today Bestselling romance author, a sizzling and addictive story of a woman with a broken past and the man who can’t fight his attraction to her… Twenty-three year old rising theater star Jill McCormick has built a life out of pretending. Pretending she’s happy, pretending she’s not haunted by the dark secret that shattered her world six years ago. But then she comes face to face with her new director – sexy, sophisticated, possessive, all-alpha Davis Milo. He tries to resist the actress he’s cast, but the attraction between them is too powerful, and soon their private rehearsals spiral into new, forbidden territory. The passionate connection, the intense chemistry is undeniable, and it hits them anywhere, and everywhere – in the theater, on the piano, in the limo, in the restaurant…But the tragedy in Jill’s past stands between them. Davis has walls too, so they can either face their fears together, or risk the deepest love and greatest passion either has ever felt… less

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Lauren Blakely comes a scintillating forbidden romance between a director and his actress…The first rule of directing is simple: Never fall for your leading lady.The second? Don’t let it get to you when she stage kisses another man.Looks like I’ve already broken both. Now my jealous, possessive heart wants all of her—the ingénue who’s the star of my next show. I’m captivated by her raw talent, her addictive charm, and her desperate need for me... moreFrom #1 New York Times bestselling author Lauren Blakely comes a scintillating forbidden romance between a director and his actress…The first rule of directing is simple: Never fall for your leading lady.The second? Don’t let it get to you when she stage kisses another man.Looks like I’ve already broken both. Now my jealous, possessive heart wants all of her—the ingénue who’s the star of my next show. I’m captivated by her raw talent, her addictive charm, and her desperate need for me.Soon we’re staying late in the empty theater, our private rehearsals spiraling into forbidden territory.Exactly where I can’t go. Because then I’d break the most dangerous rule of all.Don’t give her your heart.Because how can I be sure that what she feels is real and not a part of the play?Author’s Note: The Private Rehearsal was previously titled Playing With Her Heart. It has been significantly revised and updated. I hope you enjoy this new edition of one of my first novels! less

What happens after the happy ending? Lauren Blakely gives readers a glimpse of the happily ever afters for three of her romantic couples from the Caught Up in Love series - Kat and Bryan from Caught Up In Us, Chris and McKenna from Trophy Husband, and Jill and Davis from Playing With Her Heart. THIS IS NOT A NOVELLA. IT IS NOT EVEN A COLLECTION OF SHORT STORIES. It is ONLY a compilation of bonus scenes - one from each couple... moreWhat happens after the happy ending? Lauren Blakely gives readers a glimpse of the happily ever afters for three of her romantic couples from the Caught Up in Love series - Kat and Bryan from Caught Up In Us, Chris and McKenna from Trophy Husband, and Jill and Davis from Playing With Her Heart. THIS IS NOT A NOVELLA. IT IS NOT EVEN A COLLECTION OF SHORT STORIES. It is ONLY a compilation of bonus scenes - one from each couple. It is intended for passionate fans of the series who wish to get a glimpse of what comes next... IT IS IN KINDLE UNLIMITED SO YOU CAN READ IT FOR FREE! THE INTENTION IS NOT FOR YOU TO PAY FOR THIS! less