Juicy Romance in Somerville Series by Alexis Ashlie

ERICLet me tell you this; all the stories you hear about basketball groupies are true. But just because I’ve enjoyed sampling those delicacies in the past doesn’t mean I’m not in the mood for a fresher, more enticing, home-cooked dish.And meeting Skylar at the local juice joint does more than whet my appetite... moreERICLet me tell you this; all the stories you hear about basketball groupies are true. But just because I’ve enjoyed sampling those delicacies in the past doesn’t mean I’m not in the mood for a fresher, more enticing, home-cooked dish.And meeting Skylar at the local juice joint does more than whet my appetite. This hot redhead is sexy, funny, and smart, and our sparkling encounter comes just at the time when I’m beginning to question my pro basketball career, with its long hours on the road traveling from town to town, and no one to come home to.Is she the right woman for me? The one who can make me decide to give it up for good and settle down? Or do I dare ask her to give it all up and follow me?SKYLARWorking at the best juice place in town has its perks . . . especially on the weekends when all those hunky, sweaty athletes crowd inside for their fresh fruit fix. When the store’s juicer starts sounding more like a trash compactor, a big blond cutie step in to help. As it turns out, his huge, gifted hands work not only on basketballs and machinery, but on a woman’s body as well!But he’s a basketball star, used to being surrounded by groupies and adoring fans. What makes me think I’d be special? And what’s going to happen when he moves on with his team, to another town, another basketball game, and another crowd of girls who are only too happy to throw themselves at him?Is it worth risking my heart on something that will only end in hurt?Meet the curvy young women who work at F&V, the town’s most popular juice bar. Here they encounter the alpha men that tempt them, frustrate them and end up stealing their heart. Each story is a steamy stand-alone with a HEA. less

PAULEverything I want, I get. I have money you see, and contrary to what people say, it can buy you happiness. Or, let me rephrase that. As long as you are content with the superficial, money can buy you all the happiness in the world. And I thought I was content, until I realized that a real, deep connection was what I was really craving. And no amount of money could buy that. As a matter of fact, having money hindered such search. When I met Aimee, I was immediately intrigued... morePAULEverything I want, I get. I have money you see, and contrary to what people say, it can buy you happiness. Or, let me rephrase that. As long as you are content with the superficial, money can buy you all the happiness in the world. And I thought I was content, until I realized that a real, deep connection was what I was really craving. And no amount of money could buy that. As a matter of fact, having money hindered such search. When I met Aimee, I was immediately intrigued. I could tell she was a woman worth knowing. But would she want me for me or for my money.AIMEE I always dreamed of a life beyond the confines of my small hometown. And I worked hard for it too. But life is what it is. And it is not fair. One unexpected expense too many and any hope of me seeing the world promptly flew out the window. Along with my joy. When I learn that the man I randomly met one night and who has been showing interest in me is loaded, I know that this might be the only chance I'll ever have to get out of Somerville and out of my funk. But my plans may not work out the way that I want them to once I get to know Paul a little better. Meet the curvy young women who work at F&V, the town’s most popular juice bar. Here they encounter the alpha men that tempt them, frustrate them and end up stealing their heart. Each story is a steamy stand-alone with a HEA. less

TRAVISI am rich, successful and handsome. This means I get what I want . . . although most times, I don’t really want it; I just think I do.And then I meet Christie, an intriguing young woman who seems to be better at my own game than I am. I definitely want her! But if she truly is better at this game than me, how do I get her? Do I dare give her a peek at what’s behind the curtain, hoping she is the type to appreciate a vulnerable moment? Or do I have her and then move on . . moreTRAVISI am rich, successful and handsome. This means I get what I want . . . although most times, I don’t really want it; I just think I do.And then I meet Christie, an intriguing young woman who seems to be better at my own game than I am. I definitely want her! But if she truly is better at this game than me, how do I get her? Do I dare give her a peek at what’s behind the curtain, hoping she is the type to appreciate a vulnerable moment? Or do I have her and then move on . . . and keep on getting the things I don’t truly want?CHRISTIEPeople talk about you whether you like it or not and whether you’re good or bad. Half the time, the things they say aren’t even true. So, if they are going to drag your name through the mud, why not at least have some fun and play along? That’s what I’ve been doing ever since I was a teen. Play the game right and you might even clog the rumor mill so much that it just breaks down and is forever gone. That was my plan. But Travis Gee, the rich playboy who was going to play a part in that, threw a wrench at it instead.Meet the curvy young women who work at F&V, the town’s most popular juice bar. Here they encounter the alpha men that tempt them, frustrate them and end up stealing their heart. Each story is a steamy stand-alone with a HEA. less

JACKSONOne does not become really successful at anything without stepping on other people. That is just the reality of things. And I am not afraid to admit it, or do go through with it. That's how I became as successful as I am. So it was going to be as easy as pie to crush Mr. Torres and his company under my boot... or so I thought. Enter Rebecca, his gorgeous, curvy daughter. When she asks me for a favor, I know exactly what I want in return... moreJACKSONOne does not become really successful at anything without stepping on other people. That is just the reality of things. And I am not afraid to admit it, or do go through with it. That's how I became as successful as I am. So it was going to be as easy as pie to crush Mr. Torres and his company under my boot... or so I thought. Enter Rebecca, his gorgeous, curvy daughter. When she asks me for a favor, I know exactly what I want in return. But will she give in? And then I find out she is a virgin. What will she risk to save her father's business?Meet the curvy young women who work at F&V, the town’s most popular juice bar. Here they encounter the alpha men that tempt them, frustrate them and end up stealing their heart. Each story is a steamy stand-alone with a HEA. less

SHANETo the outside eye, I have the type of life people only dream of. I live in a bustling city, have a good job that allows me to travel around the country and sometimes the world. And I am a handsome man with a lot of money. But my favorite part of the week is not when I am in some exotic destination sipping martinis. It’s when I go back to my small hometown to spend time with my daughter. I do my best to be a good father to her, even though I didn’t have the best start at it... moreSHANETo the outside eye, I have the type of life people only dream of. I live in a bustling city, have a good job that allows me to travel around the country and sometimes the world. And I am a handsome man with a lot of money. But my favorite part of the week is not when I am in some exotic destination sipping martinis. It’s when I go back to my small hometown to spend time with my daughter. I do my best to be a good father to her, even though I didn’t have the best start at it. It’s in my hometown that I meet Tina. A beautiful young woman who had a rough upbringing similar to mine, and we share a deep connection. But will those very similarities prove to be our downfall?TINAI have always been the mother hen of my group of friends. It’s ironic really, since I don’t even want to be an actual mother. I had the worst kind of role-model and I wouldn’t want to subject a kid to all that strife. But much like a mother whose kids have left the nest, I am left sad and lonely when all of my friends move on with their lives. When I meet Shane, I find myself hopeful that my loneliness is about to end. There is one big problem, though. Shane is a father. How could I ever have a future with him, when he comes with a little human who triggers all of my deep-seated issues? less