They've known each other her whole life, but somewhere between backyard barbecues and family dinners, their easy banter turns into something heavier. The closer they get, the harder they fall. She was never supposed to be his weakness. He was never supposed to be hers. Some lines just aren't meant to be crossed. So why does it feel impossible not to? First time trying a slow burn, fem!reader, smut included (watch yours eyes, minors!)

🎶Think I need someone older Just a little bit colder Take the weight off your shoulders Think I need someone older Baby, am I your little secret? Eighteen, I'm old enough to keep it🎶

NYU student Cassidy Teller arrives in New York excited to take on her freshman year. She was finally going to be free from all drama in a city where she could blend in with millions of others who shared the same interests. But this all changes when Cassidy meets James Franco, oblivious to his fame, and subsequently finds herself falling for him. Can she handle being thrown into the Hollywood spotlight? Is the age difference too big of an obstacle for the couple? And how will Cassidy juggle her fast-paced life in the city, her wild romance with James Franco, and the increasing advances from his younger brother, Dave? Read "Can't Stop" to find out!

Rosie Brown's ordinary life takes an extraordinary turn when she discovers that Theo James, the man who has captivated her heart, is her professor at Oxford. Their forbidden love, fraught with societal disapproval and professional boundaries, challenges them to defy conventions and embrace the unyielding power of their connection. This is a tale of passion, courage, and the pursuit of love against all odds.