Love & Steel Series by Jessica Topper

In this powerful debut novel, a young librarian grieves the loss of her husband...and discovers a love that defies classification.It's been over three years since a train accident made a widow of Katrina Lewis, sending her and her young daughter Abbey back to the suburban town of her youth...the only place that still makes sense. Lauder Lake is the perfect place to hide and heal.Recluse rocker Adrian "Digger" Graves survived the implosion of his music career, but his muse has long lain dormant... moreIn this powerful debut novel, a young librarian grieves the loss of her husband...and discovers a love that defies classification.It's been over three years since a train accident made a widow of Katrina Lewis, sending her and her young daughter Abbey back to the suburban town of her youth...the only place that still makes sense. Lauder Lake is the perfect place to hide and heal.Recluse rocker Adrian "Digger" Graves survived the implosion of his music career, but his muse has long lain dormant. Until Kat hires him to play at her library—not on the basis of his hard rock credentials but rather, because of the obscure kids' TV jingle he wrote years ago. In a case of mistaken identity, Adrian stumbles into the lives of Kat and her comically lovable daughter.Using tattoos as a timeline, Adrian unfurls his life for Kat. But as the courtship intensifies, it's unclear whose past looms larger: the widow's or the rocker's. Will their demons ever rest, or will they break these soul mates apart? less

Will wedding bells rock out for Louder Than Love’s most beloved couple in this Love and Steel novella? Falling in love with rock star Adrian “Digger” Graves was a dream come true for former librarian Kat Lewis. But with a little help from friends and family—including Kat’s adorable daughter, Abbey—Adrian has planned an evening and a proposal beyond her wildest dreams.  The night before, Kat witnessed the triumphant reunion of Adrian’s rock band at Madison Square Garden... moreWill wedding bells rock out for Louder Than Love’s most beloved couple in this Love and Steel novella? Falling in love with rock star Adrian “Digger” Graves was a dream come true for former librarian Kat Lewis. But with a little help from friends and family—including Kat’s adorable daughter, Abbey—Adrian has planned an evening and a proposal beyond her wildest dreams.  The night before, Kat witnessed the triumphant reunion of Adrian’s rock band at Madison Square Garden. Tonight, he will escort her to the elegant, ultra-exclusive Library Lion’s benefit. It seems like a fairytale, but even fairytales have a deeper, darker side. When old habits return to tempt her knight in shining heavy metal armor, will Kat’s happily ever after come crashing back to reality? Don’t miss the next Love and Steel novel, Softer Than Steel, coming in September 2015 from InterMix.Praise for Louder Than Love “An emotional ride with a to-die-for hero and with a sparkling ending. Topper is an author to watch!”—Laura Drake, author of The Reasons to Stay“A beautiful and engaging story that will melt your heart.”—Open Book Society less

From the author of Deeper than Dreams and the Much "I Do" About Nothing novels, a story that proves that you have to find yourself before you can find love... As rock star "Riff Rotten", Rick Rottenberg has enjoyed all the perks that fame can offer, especially now that he's reunited with his former band mate, Adrian "Digger" Graves. But despite his success, Rick is a mess... moreFrom the author of Deeper than Dreams and the Much "I Do" About Nothing novels, a story that proves that you have to find yourself before you can find love... As rock star "Riff Rotten", Rick Rottenberg has enjoyed all the perks that fame can offer, especially now that he's reunited with his former band mate, Adrian "Digger" Graves. But despite his success, Rick is a mess. Still reeling from the death of his wife years ago and terrified his demons will end his career, he agrees to seek help for his anxiety. Burned by a musician in the past, Sidra Sullivan has closed her heart to love. So when Rick walks into her yoga studio, she wants nothing to do with him--until the bad boy shows an unexpected soft side. As Sidra and Rick work through their painful pasts, they realize just how strongly opposites can attract. But when a crisis threatens the delicate balance they've forged, they'll discover if their love is strong enough to weather another storm or just too broken to survive... less

Not all gifts come wrapped in ribbon…Katrina Lewis-Graves never thought she’d call Manhattan home again. The train derailment that left her widowed, and her one-year old daughter fatherless, prompted her to flee years ago. But after a recluse rocker unexpectedly tumbled into their lives, time – and love – coaxes this level-headed librarian back to the city. It seems the perfect place to expand their fragile family unit... moreNot all gifts come wrapped in ribbon…Katrina Lewis-Graves never thought she’d call Manhattan home again. The train derailment that left her widowed, and her one-year old daughter fatherless, prompted her to flee years ago. But after a recluse rocker unexpectedly tumbled into their lives, time – and love – coaxes this level-headed librarian back to the city. It seems the perfect place to expand their fragile family unit. Still, Kat has had enough love and loss in life to suspect that happiness doesn’t come without a hitch in your plans… After years on the road as a touring musician and countless Christmases spent alone, Adrian Graves finally feels like he has a home. His Central Park West apartment never knew laughter until his stepdaughter Abbey; never felt lived in until Kat brought life and love to it. This year, he’s intent on filling it to the rafters with friends and family. Especially as he and Kat await the arrival of a new baby, now four days past due. But following a Christmas Eve full of fun and festivities, complications arise – forcing Adrian to confront parts of his past he’d thought long-buried, and leaving Kat to trust her faith in the man he has become. Come celebrate the holidays in Manhattan – parts magical, melancholy, and merry – with your favorite rock star family. MORE THAN MERRY is a holiday novella companion to the full-length novel LOUDER THAN LOVE.If you haven’t read LOUDER THAN LOVE yet, you may encounter spoilers! less