Romance in New Orleans Series by Katherine L. Evans

Erasing the mistakes of the past is harder than they ever imagined…Out of sight.Out of mind.Connor Deneau knows that the secret to his success is to keep the lost love of his life out of his mind. But when he comes face-to-face with the beautiful and talented new marketing director at the small record label where he works, Connor wonders if there’s a chance to rekindle what they lost. With the help of his meddling, matchmaker best friend, it’s time to repair the past... moreErasing the mistakes of the past is harder than they ever imagined…Out of sight.Out of mind.Connor Deneau knows that the secret to his success is to keep the lost love of his life out of his mind. But when he comes face-to-face with the beautiful and talented new marketing director at the small record label where he works, Connor wonders if there’s a chance to rekindle what they lost. With the help of his meddling, matchmaker best friend, it’s time to repair the past.Liza Hardin cannot catch a break. Believing she landed her dream job in New Orleans, she’s shocked to discover that the man who shattered her heart is her new co-worker. The last thing she wants is to rehash the past and let him sever the remaining pieces of her heart. But the sexy, brooding Army veteran she so clearly remembers still takes her breath away. Refusing to relent, Liza focuses on reviving the dying record label.But Liza’s no match for Connor’s matchmaking buddy. Suddenly, she’s questioning everything—even the past. Can she erase her favorite mistake of the past to correct her plans for the future?•••MY FAVORITE MISTAKE is a steamy second chance romance, small town southern veteran romance, a hot office romance with a twist, and a matchmaker romance all rolled into one sexy getaway to the Big Easy. It’s the first book in the ROMANCE IN NEW ORLEANS series and will leave you fanning your face and reaching for the tissues.The books in the Romance in New Orleans series are interconnected standalone romance novels, but should be read in numerical order to avoid spoilers from previous books.MY FAVORITE MISTAKE: Connor and Liza's storyLUCK OF THE DRAW: Brennan and Skye's storyBACK TO YOU: Luke and Chloe's storyIF THIS IS LOVE: Gabe and Ruth's storyBREAKING THE RULES: Carson and Sabrina's storyPROMISE ME FOREVER: Series finale centered around Connor, Liza, Brennan, and SkyeMR. NOT NICE GUY (RNOLA BONUS BOOK): August and Scarlett's story***This is the unabridged edition of the original book that released in 2018. less

He's a gambling playboy.She's running from her deadly past.Together, their luck just might change.New Orleans' most eligible bachelor and former Marine Corps sniper Brennan Riley is a notorious gambling playboy. But when he sets his sights on a sexy, mysterious redhead for a one night stand, Brennan gets more than he was betting on.Skye's hellbent on hiding her past... moreHe's a gambling playboy.She's running from her deadly past.Together, their luck just might change.New Orleans' most eligible bachelor and former Marine Corps sniper Brennan Riley is a notorious gambling playboy. But when he sets his sights on a sexy, mysterious redhead for a one night stand, Brennan gets more than he was betting on.Skye's hellbent on hiding her past. But after a night of unadulterated passion and pleasure, Brennan wants to know everything about the woman whose bruises and secrets have broken her. And she's not saying a word.Now, with bookies breathing down his neck and thugs trying to kidnap her, Brennan and Skye find themselves buried in the sinister underworld of the city. Teaming up and facing the peril head on is their only option. But in a game of chance, will it all come down to the luck of the draw?•••LUCK OF THE DRAW is a steamy billionaire playboy romance, small town southern veteran romance, and an angsty opposites attract romance with a twist all rolled into one sexy getaway to the Big Easy. It’s the second book in the ROMANCE IN NEW ORLEANS series and will leave you fanning your face and reaching for the tissues.The books in the Romance in New Orleans series are interconnected standalone romance novels, but should be read in numerical order to avoid spoilers from previous books.MY FAVORITE MISTAKE: Connor and Liza's storyLUCK OF THE DRAW: Brennan and Skye's storyBACK TO YOU: Luke and Chloe's storyIF THIS IS LOVE: Gabe and Ruth's storyBREAKING THE RULES: Carson and Sabrina's storyPROMISE ME FOREVER: Series finale centered around Connor, Liza, Brennan, and SkyeMR. NOT NICE GUY (RNOLA BONUS BOOK): August and Scarlett's story***This is the unabridged edition of the book originally released in 2019 less

When Marine Corps veteran Luke Martinelli agrees to be a groomsman for one of his buddies, he fully expects to find himself a hot little hook-up at the wedding. The last thing he expects is to bump into Chloe Laurent, the woman he’s secretly been in love with since they were in first grade—and who disappeared from their hometown of New Orleans immediately after their one-night-stand six years earlier... moreWhen Marine Corps veteran Luke Martinelli agrees to be a groomsman for one of his buddies, he fully expects to find himself a hot little hook-up at the wedding. The last thing he expects is to bump into Chloe Laurent, the woman he’s secretly been in love with since they were in first grade—and who disappeared from their hometown of New Orleans immediately after their one-night-stand six years earlier. Instead of finding a hook-up for the night, Luke sets his sights on finishing what he and Chloe started the last time he saw her. Luck is on Luke’s side when he finds out Chloe has not only moved back into their old neighborhood, but has also started hanging out with his tight-knit circle of friends. But when Chloe shows up at one of the group’s get-togethers with her five-year-old son, Jackson—who happens to have the same distinctive gray eyes that Luke does—Luke is faced with the realization that his one night with Chloe resulted in something neither of them were prepared for: parenthood. But Luke has no way of knowing for sure if Jackson is his son, and Chloe doesn’t even hint at trying to tell Luke that he’s the father, so Luke has to take matters into his own hands. With the holidays approaching, and Chloe feeling the financial pinch of trying to provide for Jackson with only her meager salary, Luke decides the best way to get the truth from Chloe is by winning her heart and Jackson’s with a little Christmas magic. less

He's a wounded war hero.She's a struggling widow.Together, they heal the scars of their pasts.Marine Corps veteran Gabe Martinelli is determined to put his past behind him. After a horrifying stint in combat and an equally traumatizing marriage, he's perfectly content living his life isolated with only his faithful service dog as a companion. But when Gabe's friends approach him to build an establishment that will serve victims of atrocities, he can't refuse... moreHe's a wounded war hero.She's a struggling widow.Together, they heal the scars of their pasts.Marine Corps veteran Gabe Martinelli is determined to put his past behind him. After a horrifying stint in combat and an equally traumatizing marriage, he's perfectly content living his life isolated with only his faithful service dog as a companion. But when Gabe's friends approach him to build an establishment that will serve victims of atrocities, he can't refuse. Widowed and wronged, Ruth Washburn prays for some salvation from her painful life. Looking for purpose and sanctuary, she leaps at the opportunity to uproot her entire life to help innocent survivors make new lives for themselves in New Orleans. Gabe and Ruth both long to help others​​—never realizing they need to heal themselves first. As they create a strong bond of friendship, Ruth's past drives a wedge between them. The fear and pain of their trauma threaten to destroy whatever future they can build together. With the help of their friends, their loving pups, and their own courage, can Gabe and Ruth find lasting love the second time around?•••IF THIS IS LOVE is a slow-burn, friends-to-lovers romance between a divorced wounded warrior and widow struggling to find herself, with a healthy helping of fun with their loving dogs. It’s the fourth book in the ROMANCE IN NEW ORLEANS series and will leave you reaching for the tissues while simultaneously fanning your face and randomly laughing out loud.The books in the Romance in New Orleans series are interconnected standalone romance novels, but should be read in numerical order to avoid spoilers from previous books.MY FAVORITE MISTAKE: Connor and Liza's storyLUCK OF THE DRAW: Brennan and Skye's storyBACK TO YOU: Luke and Chloe's storyIF THIS IS LOVE: Gabe and Ruth's storyBREAKING THE RULES: Carson and Sabrina's storyPROMISE ME FOREVER: Series finale centered around Connor, Liza, Brennan, and SkyeMR. NOT NICE GUY (RNOLA BONUS BOOK): August and Scarlett's story***This is the unabridged edition of the original book that released in 2019. less

Carson McDermott does what he damn well pleases. As the eldest son of one of the wealthiest families in New Orleans, he did his time in college and law school, and now he placates his family by keeping a day job as a contract attorney. By night, however, he’s gunning for the title of the city’s most eligible bachelor and samples the finest women his city has to offer—including the beautiful blonde at the bar next to him one particular evening, who seems to be in a really foul mood... moreCarson McDermott does what he damn well pleases. As the eldest son of one of the wealthiest families in New Orleans, he did his time in college and law school, and now he placates his family by keeping a day job as a contract attorney. By night, however, he’s gunning for the title of the city’s most eligible bachelor and samples the finest women his city has to offer—including the beautiful blonde at the bar next to him one particular evening, who seems to be in a really foul mood. And Carson knows just the way to cheer her up. Sabrina Deneau is head over heels in love with her best friend, Max. She has been forever. The fact that he’s married is totally inconsequential. The fact that he lives in her hometown of New Orleans and she lives in California also doesn’t matter. The stars seem to align when she takes a job back home just as Max announces that he’s separating from his wife. Her destiny is unfolding, and Sabrina is about to get exactly what she’s always hoped for. But when Max repeatedly blows her off in favor of his soon-to-be ex-wife, Sabrina decides it’s time to show him what he’s missing out on. And the sexy stranger attempting to coax her out of her bad mood at a bar one evening is the perfect place to start. After a mind-blowing one-night-stand, Sabrina is in much better spirits and opts to join her brother and his friends at a dinner in their old neighborhood the following evening—only to discover that one of his friends is Carson. Sabrina and Carson agree there can’t be a repeat of the one night they had together, but she’s still got his phone number… and he’s still got hers. She’s still stuck on making Max jealous. And Carson can’t seem to tell his best friend’s hot-as-hell baby sister no—even though he knows it might literally get him killed if anyone finds out. Just as Max finally gets his act together, the sudden death of someone close to both her and Carson causes Sabrina to second-guess everything she ever thought she wanted. The man she’s always longed for. The man inexplicably intertwined with her life who has begun to light her soul on fire. Sabrina has to choose. And no matter what choice she makes, somebody’s going to get hurt. less

Four best friends. Two married couples. Five years of wedded bliss and fourteen years of rock-solid friendship. One trip to LA that destroys all of it.Promise me Forever: The Romance in New Orleans Series Finale DuetIn The End: Book 1Liza and Connor Deneau, and Skye and Brennan Riley are as close as friends could get. After years of toiling through heartbreak and setbacks, the four have finally arrived at a place of perfect happiness and smooth sailing... moreFour best friends. Two married couples. Five years of wedded bliss and fourteen years of rock-solid friendship. One trip to LA that destroys all of it.Promise me Forever: The Romance in New Orleans Series Finale DuetIn The End: Book 1Liza and Connor Deneau, and Skye and Brennan Riley are as close as friends could get. After years of toiling through heartbreak and setbacks, the four have finally arrived at a place of perfect happiness and smooth sailing.The heights reach their highest yet when a jazz musician who Connor and Liza have mentored and catapulted into stardom is nominated for a major music award. It’s the perfect opportunity for the group’s first real couples’ trip, and they have big plans to live large during the short weekend getaway.But before the plane even touches down in California, Brennan makes a single hasty decision that causes everything about the life they love to change forever.All This Time: Book 2“Riley.”“Yeah, Sarge.”“Look after my girls while I’m gone.”“You got it.”Brennan Riley and his best friend, Connor Deneau have said those words to each other countless times over the years. But on one summer night after the fateful trip to LA, Brennan finds himself alone with Connor’s wife, Liza, and he knows this precarious situation isn’t what he and Connor ever meant by those words.Liza’s intention is written all over her face. And Brennan suddenly realizes the consequences of his hasty decision during the trip are more far-reaching than he ever imagined.Secrets will come to light.Loyalties will be tested.Relationships will be shaken to their core.The tight-knit group of friends down in ol’ New Orleans will learn that nothing in life is guaranteed, and sometimes you have to walk through the pit of hell to reach a happy ending.The PROMISE ME FOREVER DUET is two gripping books that tell the story of the true depths of friendship and love. In this epic finale of the Romance in New Orleans series, dedicated readers of this heartwarming-heartbreaking series will be treated to two full-length novels in one, with more than 600 pages of the most heart-stopping installment of this saga to date. less