Laws of You Series by Samantha Brinn

I have known Hallie Evans for my entire life.I was eighteen years old when I first realized I was in love with her.For more than a decade, I have kept my feelings a secret, afraid to risk the friendship that means so much to me and the close-knit bonds between my family and hers.But eleven years of waiting is my limit.At a career crossroads, Hallie has some secrets of her own. She has always kept her feelings buried deep and rarely opens up to anyone. But this time, she is opening up to me... moreI have known Hallie Evans for my entire life.I was eighteen years old when I first realized I was in love with her.For more than a decade, I have kept my feelings a secret, afraid to risk the friendship that means so much to me and the close-knit bonds between my family and hers.But eleven years of waiting is my limit.At a career crossroads, Hallie has some secrets of her own. She has always kept her feelings buried deep and rarely opens up to anyone. But this time, she is opening up to me. And it seems like maybe – just maybe – she might share my feelings too.One breakfast, cup of coffee, and conversation at a time, I am determined to be Hallie’s safe place to land, and to show her what I know we can be together.Because I am absolutely certain that what we can be, is everything. less

The first time I saw Julie Parker, the gorgeous, brilliant, sharp tongued lawyer knocked the wind right out of me.The second time I saw Julie Parker, our eyes met across a football field.The third time I saw Julie Parker, we had a *moment* and I was certain she was meant to be mine.The fourth time I saw Julie Parker, she was struggling... moreThe first time I saw Julie Parker, the gorgeous, brilliant, sharp tongued lawyer knocked the wind right out of me.The second time I saw Julie Parker, our eyes met across a football field.The third time I saw Julie Parker, we had a *moment* and I was certain she was meant to be mine.The fourth time I saw Julie Parker, she was struggling.On a mission to bring some joy to her life and to give her someone to confide in when it seems like she keeps so much buried deep, I convince her to come with me on my annual off-season road trip back to my hometown.At a career crossroads of my own, I have some secrets I'm keeping too. I'm finally ready to open up to someone, and I want that someone to be her.One quirky town, ridiculous rest stop, hotel room, and road trip snack at a time, I am determined to convince Julie that it's safe for her to lower her walls, and to let me be the person she leans on. To show her that we're so much better together.The girl of my dreams. One car. Two weeks. And, hopefully, forever. less

Ten years ago, I met Emma Langley for the first time and I was drawn to her immediately— two lost souls looking for people and a place to call home.Eight years ago, we spent one single night together. But when morning came, I left with barely a word but full of regret.In the years since, I’ve found any excuse to get her attention, searching for ways to be close to her, even if I'll never get to call her mine... moreTen years ago, I met Emma Langley for the first time and I was drawn to her immediately— two lost souls looking for people and a place to call home.Eight years ago, we spent one single night together. But when morning came, I left with barely a word but full of regret.In the years since, I’ve found any excuse to get her attention, searching for ways to be close to her, even if I'll never get to call her mine.But when I bump into her on the running trail we both love, conversation flows for the first time since that night. We're easy with each other, and all I want is more, even if it means I'll have to face my own fears to get it.I never expected to find love, but something about Emma keeps pulling me back in. When I realize we share more than just a love of running and a friend group, the feelings I’ve tried to hold back for years become stronger and stronger for the woman I ran out on eight years ago.Can she ever forgive me, or will I stay stuck in this place, never getting to be someone’s forever? less

Molly Jenkins is the love of my life.We met on our first day of college and fell instantly, head-first in love the way you do when you're young and free, and certain life will always be just exactly as perfect as this.Except it wasn't.Since the day we broke, I have raised my sisters, built companies, and invented things that changed the world. But despite it all, every day of the last ten years, I have lived my life with one singular focus: put myself back together and return to Molly... moreMolly Jenkins is the love of my life.We met on our first day of college and fell instantly, head-first in love the way you do when you're young and free, and certain life will always be just exactly as perfect as this.Except it wasn't.Since the day we broke, I have raised my sisters, built companies, and invented things that changed the world. But despite it all, every day of the last ten years, I have lived my life with one singular focus: put myself back together and return to Molly.I have waited (not so) patiently for my moment. And that moment is now.Molly has hesitations, and I understand them all. Ten years is a long time to stay gone, and the way we broke leaves scars that are not easily healed. But I know her better than anyone, and I want every part of her to be mine.One memory, movie night, and conversation at a time, I am determined to show Molly that I am the only one who can love her the way she deserves to be loved. That life doesn't make sense if we don't spend it by each other's side.Together. Forever. The way it was always meant to be. less