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Books by Ashley Willow
Bryce (book 1)
They say everything happens for a reason… but anyone who has ever found themselves in a bad situation through no fault of their own, knows that’s just something people say.
Samantha is married to one of New York City’s bravest. She works part time in a bookshop so she can pursue a career on Broadway. That’s what she tells herself, anyway. In reality, she has found herself in a miserable marriage and no one realizes how bad things are—not even Samantha. Having a part-time job is what allows her to follow her dreams, as well as the thing that keeps her trapped where she is.
When tragedy strikes, she comes face to face with the one person who truly sees her. The one person who knows what she’s been through without her having to explain. The one person she never knew existed.
Bryce does okay for himself. He is a general contractor and has more than enough work to keep busy. He has friends who have become his family. He has a comfortable home. At this point in his life, he’s accepted that things will likely remain the way they are. He has no difficulty meeting women, but hookups just aren’t his scene. He’s comfortable with the way his life is.
When he meets Samantha, he is hit with all sorts of feelings that he doesn’t have any business having. A connection so strong he can’t stay away no matter how hard he tries, or how sure he is that staying away is the right thing to do.
Sometimes, a broken soul can only be repaired by someone just as broken.
Content/trigger warnings: This book contains content that may be disturbing to some readers. Explicit sexual content, Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault, Mentions of Suicide, Death of Spouse, Infertility, Pregnancy, Abortion.
Logan (book 2)
Lissandra is entirely too aware that life isn’t easy. While she’ll always blame herself for some of her struggles, it’s hard to accept that some things are not in anyone’s control. She’s finally climbing her way out of the darkness and realizes there are two things she must do. First, it’s time to take a break from men and dating so she can focus on herself. Next, she needs to get the hell away from the constant memories if she wants to finally have a fresh start.
Then, she meets Logan. Their connection is immediate. It feels different. One final night without strings attached won’t change her course. Or so she tells herself as her resolve begins to crumble.
Logan likes to keep to himself. Many years ago, he suffered a devastating loss. Now, he does what he can to help others to find a way to deal with their grief. As much as he tries to help people, he still keeps them at arm’s length. There are women in his life, but nothing serious. He’s already been there and done that. When he meets Lissandra, there’s no ignoring the immediate spark between them. No promises are made when he invites her to his place for a night of fun. But when he wakes up to an empty bed, he isn’t filled with the usual sense of relief.
Just as he begins to think the ache he’s felt since waking up alone is never going away, they happen to cross paths. Only when he sees her, gone is the fiery, sultry woman he’d taken home that night. In her place is a woman who is just doing the best she can. A woman he is desperate to keep in his life no matter what.
Content/trigger warnings: This book contains subject matter that may be disturbing to some readers. Explicit sexual content, mentions of infidelity/cheating (no cheating between main characters), discussions of death of a child and death of spouse (conversations and memories of past events).
Her Way Home
Samira Wylder returns to her hometown for the first time in over ten years to attend her uncle’s funeral. Her plan to quickly settle her uncle’s estate and return to her successful life in the city is derailed when she is told she must live in her childhood home before she can sell it. Thinking she would only be in town for a few days, she allows herself to fall into a friendship with her forbidden first love. Now, while confronting her painful past, she must also continue working to further her career without losing track of who she is.
Andy Grant is the only son of a Chesapeake Bay waterman. His dad is unwell, so he has taken over his boat to keep the business going as is expected of him. He’s simply going through the motions when he runs into his first love for the first time in fifteen years. When he sees her, he immediately knows he has to make things right. Reconnecting with her brings their painful past to the surface. Not only is he falling for this once forbidden woman, but he has a furniture business that will fail if he continues to keep it on the back burner. He must decide if his own happiness means enough for him to finally fight for what he wants.
Content Note: This book contains explicit sexual content and discusses sensitive topics such as illness/death of parents/relatives.
Stars of Life (book 1)
Alyssa finds herself in the middle of a divorce while trying to finish paramedic school and work full time. She turns to a long-time friend and colleague for support, which quickly turns into more, but things need to be kept quiet due to the nature of their professional relationship.
Things unravel when she is brutally attacked and has to fight for her life. Now she must learn the difference between surviving and living, and try not to lose her second chance along the way.
A relationship isn't even on Michael's radar. He is always careful to keep his professional life separate from his personal life, but the lines become blurred when it comes to Alyssa. Risking his reputation as a preceptor seems like no big deal. The risk becomes a strong possibility when he walks in on her being attacked and their secret comes out. Now he finds himself in an unfamiliar situation at work while his personal life is in a place he never thought he would see again.
Stars of Life is a full-length novel following the excitement and heartbreak these two first responders witness daily, along with the steamy romance that keeps them going.
Content Note: This book contains true-to-life medical scenarios which include victims of violence and loss of life.
Tests of Fate (book 2)
Mallory learned at a young age not to rely on other people. People leave. People move on. People get forgotten. The one time she broke that rule, she nearly lost herself. Now that she has finally dug herself out of the dark hole, she is determined to live her life for herself and without complications. Until she meets Christian. Something about him has her willing to toe the line between fun and complicated, even as she comes face to face with a past she has worked so hard to forget.
Chris is fun. People have always enjoyed being around him. Women enjoy dating him even though one night is all he’s willing to offer. Relationships are nothing but a recipe for pain and disappointment. Until he meets Mallory. There’s something about her, and suddenly those thoughts move to the farthest point in his mind. When his life comes crashing down and secrets come to light, he must quickly decide just how willing he is to disregard every rule he’s made.
Content Note: This book contains explicit sexual content and strong language. It also discusses mental health as well as illness/injury/death of a family member.