Love Off Limits Series by Hannah Jo Abbott

Ally Hughes likes living by the rules and playing it safe, and there’s definitely a rule against dating your roommate’s brother. But when she needs a fake date to keep from being set up again, it turns out he might be just the man for the job. Jackson Franklin likes to figure out life as he goes, but now his business is in trouble. He comes to town for a job interview, but he’s desperate to keep his sister in the dark. Desperate enough to agree to be a fake boyfriend... moreAlly Hughes likes living by the rules and playing it safe, and there’s definitely a rule against dating your roommate’s brother. But when she needs a fake date to keep from being set up again, it turns out he might be just the man for the job. Jackson Franklin likes to figure out life as he goes, but now his business is in trouble. He comes to town for a job interview, but he’s desperate to keep his sister in the dark. Desperate enough to agree to be a fake boyfriend. It was supposed to be one date, but it quickly turns into a longer ruse. When they start to share more than the secrets behind their fake date, will they fall for each other for real? less

Emily Franklin is a five-star chef, but outside the kitchen, she doesn’t see herself as anything special. Navigating the wedding world as her best friend’s maid of honor, she’s certain it’s the only wedding planning she’ll be doing. Cole Sanford is cool and confident and could have any girl he wants. At least that’s what everyone thinks. Truth is, he’s terrified to commit to a relationship. It doesn’t help that the only girl he can think about is his best friend’s sister... moreEmily Franklin is a five-star chef, but outside the kitchen, she doesn’t see herself as anything special. Navigating the wedding world as her best friend’s maid of honor, she’s certain it’s the only wedding planning she’ll be doing. Cole Sanford is cool and confident and could have any girl he wants. At least that’s what everyone thinks. Truth is, he’s terrified to commit to a relationship. It doesn’t help that the only girl he can think about is his best friend’s sister. He knows better than to risk the friendship, especially in the middle of his job as best man. When the maid of honor and best man are asked to plan a couples shower, Emily and Cole find themselves spending a lot of time together. Between cake tastings and menu planning, their mutual attraction is hard to hide. Can Cole overcome his fear of a relationship and admit his feelings, or will they be forever stuck in the brother’s best friend zone? less

A single dad afraid to love again. A teacher who knows she can't fall for him. Makayla has always wanted to be a wife and a mom. So far, love has only brought her heartache. She's settled down after moving to get away from the looks of pity at home and loves her job as a teacher. But she still wishes for a family of her own. Ryan thought his life was turning out great when he married young and started a family... moreA single dad afraid to love again. A teacher who knows she can't fall for him. Makayla has always wanted to be a wife and a mom. So far, love has only brought her heartache. She's settled down after moving to get away from the looks of pity at home and loves her job as a teacher. But she still wishes for a family of her own. Ryan thought his life was turning out great when he married young and started a family. Now as a single dad to his daughter, all he thinks about is protecting her and trying his best to be all the parent she needs. He won't risk his heart or his daughter's heart again. Ryan meets a new woman, and he can't deny the attraction he feels. But he can't have feelings for his daughter's new teacher. When Makayla and Ryan are assigned to the same volunteer committee, they find themselves spending time together. But will they put her job and all of their hearts in jeopardy if they allow themselves to give in to their feelings? less

She’s holding a grudge, but he’s holding out hope.Claire Palmer has given up on romance. Being a bridesmaid in her childhood best friend’s wedding is only making her more sure of that. Love might be in the air for the destination event, but Claire plans to keep to herself and enjoy the vacation.Deacon Miller knows there’s someone out there for him, but he’s sure he won’t find her at a wedding where he already knows everyone... moreShe’s holding a grudge, but he’s holding out hope.Claire Palmer has given up on romance. Being a bridesmaid in her childhood best friend’s wedding is only making her more sure of that. Love might be in the air for the destination event, but Claire plans to keep to herself and enjoy the vacation.Deacon Miller knows there’s someone out there for him, but he’s sure he won’t find her at a wedding where he already knows everyone.When Claire is partnered with her sister’s ex-boyfriend for the wedding festivities, she’s certain she might die before the weekend is over…unless she pushes him in the ocean first.Deacon can’t stand the thought that her whole family hates him after what happened with Claire’s sister. With Claire as his constant companion for the trip, he hopes he can convince her he’s not a bad guy.When they come back to reality, will they be able to move past their differences to find their own happiness?Her Sister's Ex is the fourth book in the Love Off-Limits Series. Each book can be read on it's own, but the whole series can be enjoyed in order. less

She’s a widow, determined to hide her struggle and her heart from the world. He’s her husband’s best friend, who made a promise to take care of the family he left behind. When Hailey’s husband died, she vowed that she alone would provide for her children. Her heart couldn’t suffer any more hurt and her children needed her more than ever. Even still, she aches for someone to lean on and share life... moreShe’s a widow, determined to hide her struggle and her heart from the world. He’s her husband’s best friend, who made a promise to take care of the family he left behind. When Hailey’s husband died, she vowed that she alone would provide for her children. Her heart couldn’t suffer any more hurt and her children needed her more than ever. Even still, she aches for someone to lean on and share life. Landon swore to his best friend that he would watch over his wife and kids, but how does a man even begin to take on a promise that big? A fun-loving bachelor could never fit into family life, no matter how much he might enjoy it. In a moment of desperation, Hailey reaches out to Landon for help, but when he comes to her aid, he realizes he’s not been keeping his promise. After he gets a taste of Hailey’s struggles as a single parent, he knows he can’t let them live this way. The more Landon is around, the more Hailey longs to open up to him and as their feelings grow, so does Landon’s guilt. Soon they discover that unspoken love is almost as heavy a burden as promises unkept. Can Landon and Hailey let go of their fears and embrace their chance at happiness? less