"Falling for the Masquerade"
In the charming town of Willow Creek, a captivating love story unfolds against the backdrop of autumn leaves and the anticipation of the annual Halloween celebration. Enter Emma Rose Bennett, a contemplative bookworm haunted by her past, and Noah Jameson Taylor, a café owner with a fear of commitment. Their lives take an unexpected turn when they decide to masquerade as a couple for a Halloween party, donning the iconic masks of Romeo and Juliet.
As their masquerade ensues, Emma and Noah discover a connection that surpasses the bounds of their charade. What starts as a playful act transforms into a journey of self-discovery, challenging the authenticity of their emotions amidst Halloween-themed scavenger hunts and a town that embraces their unconventional romance.
Navigating changing seasons, the couple's relationship unfolds through compromise, surprises, and enduring love. From the grandeur of a Halloween wedding to confronting doubts and shadows of the past, Emma and Noah's story becomes a tapestry of emotions, with Willow Creek as both witness and participant.
"Falling for the Masquerade" celebrates individuality and the strength found in vulnerability, reminding us that extraordinary love stories often emerge from unexpected beginnings. As Halloween traditions merge with the nuances of genuine connection, the narrative weaves an enchanting legacy, leaving an indelible mark on the town's folklore-a timeless tale of love echoing through the ages.
Luke has been in love with his best friend, Taylor, for too long now and it's getting difficult to be around him. He knows it's time to move on and find someone who can make him happy, but he feels like that will never happen, not with the way Taylor has his heart...
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Being in love with your best friend is hard. Luke Peterson knows this better than anyone else, as he's agonized over his feelings for Taylor Schofield for the past five years. So when he meets the handsome and confident Will Carson who wants to help him get over Taylor, it seems like the perfect chance for him to move on. But can Luke truly give Will a chance? Or will his heart always belong to his best friend?
Content and trigger warning: This story contains descriptions of suicide and homophobia.
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Cover designed by Holly Thurston