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Summer Hearts

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Five years ago, Emma Sullivan traded small-town sunsets for big city lights, leaving behind her grandmother's cherished bookstore-and her high school crush, Ben Harrison. Now she's back in Lighthouse Cove, determined to save the bookstore's legacy, even if success feels as elusive as the perfect summer romance.
But Ben isn't the same quiet boy who once slipped notes into her favorite novels. Now, he's a passionate marine biologist fighting to protect their coastal paradise, with a confidence that makes her pulse race like the incoming tide.
When their paths collide in a literal stack of falling books, Emma discovers that some feelings don't fade with time-they just get buried like seashells waiting to be found.
As summer unfolds in their picturesque beach town, Emma and Ben find themselves co-writing a new chapter neither expected. Between organizing beach cleanups, rescuing sea turtles, and fighting off corporate bookstore chains, they're discovering that maybe-just maybe-the best love stories are worth waiting for.
But when career opportunities threaten to pull them in opposite directions again, they'll have to decide: Is their second-chance romance destined to be a summer fling, or could it be the kind of love that lasts longer than a perfect sunset?All Rights Reserved

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Coming Home by CelesteABrook

[Small Town / Second Chance] When Jennifer heads back to her hometown after ten years to celebrate her grandmother's 70th birthday, she knows she'll have to face Matthew, once the love of her life. But what both of them don't expect is to have the feelings they had long buried inside to flourish back to life along with walls of resentment, and a sizzling attraction. ***** Jennifer Bloom has completely escaped her small-town past. She's a successful interior designer with great clients and everything she's ever wanted. But when she's called back home to help plan her grandmother's 70th birthday party, she's partnered up with Matthew Hunt - once the love of her life. He's lived in town his whole life, and he's handsome, strong, kind, and the only man who's ever made her heart race. Experiencing life with Matthew again reminds Jennifer of all the things she's missing, even though she's got everything she once wanted. At one point, all those years ago, they thought they'd be spending their lives together, but life threw them a curveball, forcing her to make the decision to leave and never look back. Now, they realize love was never an issue; their problem has always been everything that comes in-between. He'd never move to the city, and Jennifer can't leave the life she's built behind. Walls of resentment still block the way, even though their love for each other still burns strong in their hearts. Can true love bridge the distance between them? Is love ever enough to make a relationship work? Is it finally their second chance?

Change Of Tides by Mistyhxrizo

Olivia Chase, a talented but struggling musician, takes a job as a music teacher in a small coastal town to make ends meet. She's determined to save money and return to the city to pursue her dreams of stardom. On her first day in town, she literally bumps into Liam Sullivan, a charming local fisherman with a hidden passion for poetry. Despite their instant attraction, Olivia is adamant about not getting attached to anyone or anything in this temporary home. As Olivia begins teaching, she encounters Emma, a gifted but shy student who reminds her of herself at that age. Olivia becomes invested in helping Emma overcome her stage fright and pursue her musical talents. Meanwhile, Liam keeps finding excuses to run into Olivia, slowly breaking down her walls with his warmth and wit. He introduces her to the tight-knit community and the beauty of coastal life, challenging her perceptions of success and happiness. When a storm threatens the town's annual festival, Olivia finds herself at the center of efforts to save the event, working closely with Liam and discovering a sense of belonging she's never felt before. As her planned departure date approaches, Olivia must confront her feelings for Liam and the community, and decide whether to pursue her original dream or embrace the unexpected life and love she's found in this small town. The story explores themes of finding oneself, the meaning of success, and the power of community, all woven into a sweet romance between two people from very different worlds.

Only Summer by aurianamiller

Maybe that's all they could ever be. A summer with an end, two waves rippling in opposite directions. Maybe it really is only summer - but then why does it feel so perfect? Mia wants to become more independent, and she decides that the best way is by moving out for the summer with her best friend. Little does she know, the boy they move in next to is about to shake up their friendship and change Mia's life. Amidst small beach town drama and brand new relationships, will Mia's new connections last, or will they crash like the waves?

Silent Hearts (Sequel to Tangled Hearts) by RennyTee

[BOOK2] ***** I want her. I want her more than I've ever wanted anything. But I can't have her. Because the moment I admit that out loud, the moment I risk everything we've built, I could lose her. And losing Isla? That's not an option. ******* Isla Brookes and Theo Dwyers have been inseparable since childhood-always there for each other, always just friends. Though, things start to change and everything starts feeling different. The stolen glances, the quiet tension, the way his heart pounds whenever she's around. Isla's the last person to realize the truth: she's falling for the one person she can't afford to lose, and Theo's determined to stay in her orbit, even if it means watching her slip away. But some connections are impossible to ignore. As they stumble through missed moments and growing feelings, they'll have to decide if risking their friendship for something more is worth it. Because with love this deep, waiting isn't an option forever.

All For You by Mads11304

Jessica Simmons lived a happy life in Los Angeles, California. That is until her younger brother died in a car accident that she had to witness. His death sent their entire family into a spiral and she was forced to deal with major nightmares of that night that haunted her. Finally, she decides to take a break from California and take a summer vacation to Miami, Florida to figure herself out and start putting together the details of her dream job. To run a bakery. Jasper Derelli is the CEO of a major corporation that his father handed down to him. He has so much resting on his shoulder daily, including the needs of his five year old son, Liam. To make things more difficult, Liam's mother isn't in the picture, leaving Jasper to take care of him on his own. With work building up and Liam's need for attention and love growing, Jasper makes the decision to hire a nanny to take care of Liam while Jasper's working. Jessica takes up the offer, needing a place to stay and a steady income, which Jasper definitely offers. Little did she expect when she took the job that she finds herself drawn closer and closer to Jasper and Liam like a deer caught in the headlights. Jasper finds himself fighting against his wants as he tries to pay attention to what's best for Liam. But what happens when Jessica and Jasper find themselves drunk and in the same room late at night? Will they be able to fight their desires for each other?

Wave of Events by srfingthestars

First chapter released: June 1st 2021 Last chapter released: Whole book editing and slight rewriting coming soon (not happy with my writing style) ♥︎♥︎♥︎ Schools out for Leilani and her friends, and with high school over and done with, they have a long and well deserved summer ahead of them, filled with surfing, tanning and fun. But one vacation up coast turns her relaxing summer into a spiral of drama, love and secrecy. A story of romance, growing up, and self discovery. ♥︎♥︎♥︎ I lean out of the kiss eventually, a toothy grin visible on my face, "I've always made you happy?" "Always," he whispers, tucking a loose strand of hair behind my ear.

My Riptide by Quinn_writesfw

Coral is a hometown beach girl filled with nothing but ambition and helplessness. Her past brings back trauma to her life, which causes her to have a hard time expressing feelings when all she's ever felt was nothing but to be scared of everyone around her, then somehow she thinks she had finally escaped it all this summer. So many things changed her this summer, including a boy. River Thompson is visiting Pedarshell for the last time for the summer before his parents send him off to Princeton University. His parents has full control over his life and future and River is trying his hardest to make an escape. The last summer he comes back, he doesn't come back for his friends, or the parties. He comes back for her. Where will these two take off as River tries to find the little girl he admired all these summers? Will Coral feel love again? Secrets unravel into heartbreak, toxic emotions turn into love, and is all swept away like a riptide when the summer ends. What will happen? SA AWARENESS!! This book is to spread SA AWARENESS and to remind people this could happen or is happening to anyone!! Click this link for more details https://www.nsvrc.org/saam

Waves of Fate by HariJayanth

Emma Clarke, a dedicated architect from New York City, is assigned to Harbor Creek, a sleepy beach town, to construct an environmentally friendly hotel. Unfortunately her whole life up until now has been centered around her career, which in turn has left her with no time for love or self examination. Harbor Creek is supposed to be just another project, but it soon proves to be much more. In Harbor Creek, Emma meets Nate Harper, a former travel photographer who now runs his family's bed-and-breakfast after a personal tragedy. Nate is happy with his small, peaceful life in the small town and does not want anything to do with the hotel project that emma has been working on. Nate sees the project as an intrusion on the quaintness and tranquility of Harbor Creek, and he isn't afraid to voice those sentiments. Although they are complete opposites, emma is attracted to nate's relaxed, and easy going attitude. His presence and the tranquility of the town begin to chip away at the fast-paced, career-driven persona she's built over the years. The longer she is in harbor creek, the more her priorities change. But Nate has a past that he can't escape that he refuses to reveal, and Emma's dreams of having a career catch up to her when it's time for her to complete her project for her major. Both face their own emotional battles-Emma, deciding if love and personal happiness are worth sacrificing her career for, and Nate, wrestling with the idea of moving on from his past. Their blossoming relationship is put to the test with these individual hardships, the hotel looming over head, and the emotional barriers they've both constructed. While dealing with their fears, Harbor Creek serves as the setting for a love story involving healing, self-discovery, and the strength of moving on. Will emma gamble her career for thru happiness? Is Nate going to be able to look into the future with Emma and find it in his heart to let go of the past?

The Leap [✔] by midnightpainter

Emma Taylor's summer wasn't filled with parties or beaches as she'd hoped. Instead life slams her into a dark reality that seems to be drowning her. And she doesn't let anyone in to save her, neither her family or her friends. But life is full of unexpected twists, bad and good. Emma begins to connect with Austin Moore, her brothers best friend, who just might be able to save her from the cold water's clutches and show her that sometimes you just need to take a leap of faith.

Love Bait by officialrachaelrose

When a handsome troublemaker inherits the Big Fish Cafe, eighteen-year-old Evvy must fight to protect her island while trying not to fall for his charm. ***** Headstrong islander Evvy lives on New Wave island, a small, idyllic retreat just off the coast of the Florida Keys. But when city boy Jordan inherits the cafe Evvy works at and threatens to sell it, it kickstarts a rivalry, one that risks tearing the island apart. Can the pair overcome their differences - and feelings - to save the cafe, or will it all be destroyed in the upcoming storm? *If you aren't reading this book on Wattpad, it has been stolen. Please report the website!*

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Coming Home

[Small Town / Second Chance] When Jennifer heads back to her hometown after ten years to celebrate her grandmother's 70th birthday, she knows she'll have to face Matthew, once the love of her life. But what both of them don't expect is to have the feelings they had long buried inside to flourish back to life along with walls of resentment, and a sizzling attraction. ***** Jennifer Bloom has completely escaped her small-town past. She's a successful interior designer with great clients and everything she's ever wanted. But when she's called back home to help plan her grandmother's 70th birthday party, she's partnered up with Matthew Hunt - once the love of her life. He's lived in town his whole life, and he's handsome, strong, kind, and the only man who's ever made her heart race. Experiencing life with Matthew again reminds Jennifer of all the things she's missing, even though she's got everything she once wanted. At one point, all those years ago, they thought they'd be spending their lives together, but life threw them a curveball, forcing her to make the decision to leave and never look back. Now, they realize love was never an issue; their problem has always been everything that comes in-between. He'd never move to the city, and Jennifer can't leave the life she's built behind. Walls of resentment still block the way, even though their love for each other still burns strong in their hearts. Can true love bridge the distance between them? Is love ever enough to make a relationship work? Is it finally their second chance?