The Donnellys of Dogwood Cove Series by Julia Jarrett

I assumed my secret crush on my next door neighbour would stay just that - a secret.Until my best friend dared me to ask him out.I never turn down a dare…It started as a way for me to learn to trust men again, after having that trust broken by my ex. But it quickly turned into something more.I knew Hunter was an amazing man, full of energy and light. What I wasn’t prepared for were the deep emotions he hides from the world... moreI assumed my secret crush on my next door neighbour would stay just that - a secret.Until my best friend dared me to ask him out.I never turn down a dare…It started as a way for me to learn to trust men again, after having that trust broken by my ex. But it quickly turned into something more.I knew Hunter was an amazing man, full of energy and light. What I wasn’t prepared for were the deep emotions he hides from the world. And it’s that vulnerable, soft side of him that I’m falling for, just as much as the golden retriever energy everyone else sees. Being with Hunter is a dream come true. Until my meddling brothers start to pull at the seams of what we’re building.Now I’m terrified the man I’m falling for will ignore what’s in his heart, and push me away.Our relationship began because of a dare, but now I know it could be the start of forever. I just have to get Hunter to believe that too. less

My all-star hockey career is over. All because of a busted leg from one too many hits into the boards. Coming home to Dogwood Cove to heal and figure out my next steps feels like the best option I’ve got.Then somehow the first step I take is to wind up in a fake relationship with my physical therapist, who also happens to be my little sister’s best friend.It starts out simple enough. Lily needs a date to a family wedding, one that promises to be more torture than celebration... moreMy all-star hockey career is over. All because of a busted leg from one too many hits into the boards. Coming home to Dogwood Cove to heal and figure out my next steps feels like the best option I’ve got.Then somehow the first step I take is to wind up in a fake relationship with my physical therapist, who also happens to be my little sister’s best friend.It starts out simple enough. Lily needs a date to a family wedding, one that promises to be more torture than celebration. Now, thanks to an overbooked hotel with only one bed, two gossiping bridesmaids, and a three minute slow dance… the entire town, including our families, thinks we’re dating.To save face we decide to keep the ruse going.There’s just one problem: What I’m feeling for Lily is anything but pretend.Falling for her wasn’t part of the plan, but she’s a ray of light that pierces through the dark clouds surrounding me.She thinks my future is still in hockey, but I know differently.My future is with her. less

From bestselling author Julia Jarrett comes a steamy, friends to lovers, marriage of convenience small town romance about the Donnelly brother no one expects to have a dirty side and his best friend who needs a husband…My best friend needs my help? Consider it done, no questions asked. Well, maybe one question…Will you marry me?Except Camilla Byrne is more than just my friend... moreFrom bestselling author Julia Jarrett comes a steamy, friends to lovers, marriage of convenience small town romance about the Donnelly brother no one expects to have a dirty side and his best friend who needs a husband…My best friend needs my help? Consider it done, no questions asked. Well, maybe one question…Will you marry me?Except Camilla Byrne is more than just my friend. She’s the woman I’ve loved ever since we met, the one who knows me better than I know myself, and the one I would put everything on the line for.Including my heart, it would seem. Because Cam’s chance at an inheritance that will guarantee she gets everything she’s ever dreamed of, requires the one thing she’s never wanted.A husband.Next thing I know, we’re saying I do. Now she’s living in my house. And sleeping in my bed - for comfort, nothing more.Because there are some lines I will not cross. Not unless my wife crosses them first…Promise To Marry You You is perfect for fans of steamy small town romance centered around a big family who love to get in each other’s business. It has plenty of swoon, plenty of spice, light-hearted banter, quirky small town vibes, low angst, and a guaranteed HEA. It is a standalone and the fourth full-length novel in the Donnellys ofDogwood Cove series. less