Billie Dixon Series by D.L. Pitchford

College freshman and math whiz Billie Dixon has everything planned to a T. But life doesn’t always go according to plan. Her best friend's roommate won't stop goading her, the senior she's tutoring in calculus develops an unwelcome crush, and she spends much of her time avoiding her estranged father, the Math Department Head... moreCollege freshman and math whiz Billie Dixon has everything planned to a T. But life doesn’t always go according to plan. Her best friend's roommate won't stop goading her, the senior she's tutoring in calculus develops an unwelcome crush, and she spends much of her time avoiding her estranged father, the Math Department Head. But a sudden encounter with Daddy Dearest forces Billie to face memories and emotions she'd rather ignore, and for the first time, her father wants to rekindle their relationship. Now, Billie must choose between reinforcing the wall she built around her heart and giving her father a second chance in the first installment of this gritty slow burn college romance series. less

Billie's struggle with young adulthood continues in the second installment of this slow burn college romance. Can she learn to trust her instincts before she loses herself completely? Billie Dixon doesn't remember the last night she slept well. Sleep is overrated. Now, her bipolar mother wants her in therapy—using blackmail if necessary. Her sister wants her to act the role of perfect daughter and bridesmaid for her mother's wedding. And Xander wants her to admit feelings that don't exist... moreBillie's struggle with young adulthood continues in the second installment of this slow burn college romance. Can she learn to trust her instincts before she loses herself completely? Billie Dixon doesn't remember the last night she slept well. Sleep is overrated. Now, her bipolar mother wants her in therapy—using blackmail if necessary. Her sister wants her to act the role of perfect daughter and bridesmaid for her mother's wedding. And Xander wants her to admit feelings that don't exist. Let's get this straight: She doesn't need therapy. She's perfectly healthy. And she absolutely isn't jealous. And her infectiously bubbly housemate agrees. When the two become fast friends, Dahlia Finnick provides Billie with the effortless companionship she craves—along with a thirst-quenching solution to her problems. But a bottle of wine isn't the best coping mechanism when your mom's an alcoholic. less