Everly – Struggling to escape a life of broken promises, I never expected the answer to my prayers would come from the last place I should turn—my best friend’s father. Jaxon is the embodiment of strength, a rock in the storm, and though he’s gruff and off-limits, he’s the only person I feel truly safe with. But as his touch becomes harder to resist, I realize that getting close to him means risking more than my heart.

I swore I could keep my distance… until a single night changes everything.

Jaxon – She’s off-limits, my daughter’s best friend, but when Everly’s world falls apart, I can’t stand by. She needs more than just a place to stay—she needs someone who won’t let her down. As feelings I can’t ignore start to surface, I know better than to indulge. But one night is all it takes for my boundaries to blur, leaving me determined to keep her safe… and by my side.

In Secrets & Stardust, a grumpy protector and a bright spirit find themselves tangled in a love that’s impossible to resist. But as their secret threatens to unravel, will they risk everything—including their bond with the one person they both care about most—or will the fear of losing her keep them apart?

Full guidance can be found in the beginning of the book/preview.