Kai comes home every Christmas to spend time with his family. Only this time he’s here to stay.
The last person he expects to run into while delivering flowers for his sister’s flower shop is his one night stand from last Christmas.
Will the sparks return? Or, has their chance of a new connection fizzled?
Welcome to Out of the Ashes. The bar where everyone seems to find love.
Cocktails & Crushes
Out of the Ashes will be the best bar in the county. At least that’s what I promised my uncle before he passed away.
With all the changes we’re making, more challenges arise. The crowd seems to get rowdier with every day that passes, and it’s getting harder to keep my head above water.
That is until Dylan, the boy I used to know, walks in. He’s definitely not a kid anymore. But he might just be what I need to keep the bar running smoothly.
Too bad he isn’t staying in town and can only help for a few months. Then again, maybe it’s for the best.
I’m not sure how long I can fight my attraction, and guarding my heart is the least of my problems.
Because falling for Dylan? It isn’t an option. Ever.
Brews & Bartenders
The bartender is cute, and I may have a crush on him.
But it’s not like I’m going to do anything because I have David, my son, to worry about.
Which is fine until my ex-husband walks in with a younger and thinner girl on his arm. Then I grab on to the bartender with both hands and introduce him as my boyfriend.
This is a small town and word spreads. What was supposed to be one night becomes a fake relationship to keep up the ruse.
Catching feelings, though? That can’t happen.
Mai Tais & Mistletoe
The former star quarterback is home, and I’ve caught his eye.
You’d think I would be happy. Most girls would. But he didn’t even know I existed back then, and I don’t see why I should give him the time of day now.
I’ve gone out of my way to avoid him when he comes into the bar. That worked until he applied for a job.
Now, I’m stuck with him. Not only because we work together, but he’s also my ride to work after I fell off a ladder and he offers to help.
He seems like he’s changed, except he doesn’t know what his next step is. Who knows if he’s going to stay for good.
The only problem…the more time we spend together, the harder it is to keep my attraction to him at bay.
I need this promotion.
Too bad I have to temporarily move to a small town to prove I deserve it. And, it’s not as easy as I thought it would be.
My car? Ends up in a ditch.
A hot shower? Interrupted by a snake.
Not to mention the quiet. How do people fall asleep without background noise?
The only good thing about Asheville is the mechanic that comes to my rescue and offers to fix my car. He’s playful, kind, and promises he’s not looking for a relationship, which is great since I won’t be here long. He can show me everything this town has to offer, including “other activities”…with no strings attached.
But how can I keep my eye on the prize when he’s looking at me like I’m his?
Pregnant and alone. That’s not how I expected to end up after high school.
Jake wants me back. But I don’t want that toxic relationship. We aren’t good together and this baby isn’t the reason we should work things out.
Between work and school, I barely have time to figure out what I want to do. That is until I’m paired up with a hot guy in class for a project. He’s slowly working his way into my heart. But, I’m pregnant and trying to adjust to my new life. How can he actually be interested in me?
With Jake home from college, he’s doubling his efforts. Especially now that he sees me with Reaf.
I have decisions to make...and it’s not just about me anymore.
One night was all it was supposed to be…so why is he sitting in my office right now?
Agreeing to do the floral arrangements for a high profile wedding has opened the doors wide open for Whoopsie Daisy. My friends and I have more than we can handle, and hiring people to help is at the top of our list.
What I didn’t expect is for a job to be given to my one night stand, who happens to be younger than me. I knew he wanted to go out again, but I didn’t think he’d apply for a job at my flower shop. Though, I don’t remember telling him where I worked.
I can handle this. We’re both adults. Working together won’t be a problem. Too bad fighting my attraction to Xander is turning out to be the hardest thing I’ve ever done.
The bartender is cute, and I may have a crush on him.
But it’s not like I’m going to do anything because I have David, my son, to worry about
Which is fine until my ex-husband walks in with a younger and thinner girl on his arm. Then I grab on to the bartender with both hands and introduce him as my boyfriend.
This is a small town and word spreads. What was supposed to be one night becomes a fake relationship to keep up the ruse.
Catching feelings, though? That can’t happen.
Whose idea was it to pair my happy-go-lucky neighbor with me? Someone is going to regret that decision.
Being voluntold to participate in a planning committee for the Spring Bloom Festival was the last thing I wanted.
Walking in to find out my “there’s always a brightside” neighbor is also on the committee, my worst nightmare.
He is sunshine. I am thunder.
And after my not so graceful entry into his life, he’s someone I avoid at all costs. Except the committee leaders decided to pair us together.
I love Whoopsie Daisy more than anything and would do anything for my business and friends, but why does it have to be this?
So much for staying away from him. Fighting his charm has never been more crucial. Especially with the reputation of the shop on the line.
The former star quarterback is home, and I’ve caught his eye.
You’d think I would be happy. Most girls would. But he didn’t even know I existed back then, and I don’t see why I should give him the time of day now.
I’ve gone out of my way to avoid him when he comes into the bar, which worked until he applied for a job.
Now, I’m stuck with him. Not only because we work together, but he’s also my ride to work after I fell off a ladder and he offers to help.
He seems like he’s changed, except he doesn’t know what his next step is. Who knows if he’s going to stay for good.
The only problem…the more time we spend together, the harder it is to keep my attraction to him at bay.
The boy who broke my heart is back in town…now a man with a kid in tow.
Whoopsie Daisy is the florist for one of the most anticipated weddings of the year. This ceremony can make, or break, us.
The last thing I need is the guy I loved with all my heart to waltz back into town after all these years distracting me and wreaking havoc on my emotions.
It seems like every time I turn around in this town, I’m running into him and his adorable daughter. Why is this town so darn small?
He’s persistent in rekindling what we once had. I’m not so sure I can open my heart to him again, especially since he’s a package deal.
Fighting the feelings I thought were long gone is proving to be harder than I thought.
