Third Time's the Charm: A Second Chance Romance Novella K.E. Monteith Author

LUCY SHEPPARDTen years ago Jake kissed me and ran. Eight years ago I learned the reason why. Five years ago, Jake came back for a night and I let him have what we both wanted, knowing he wouldn't be able to stay in town after all he went through.But ... Read more

LUCY SHEPPARDTen years ago Jake kissed me and ran. Eight years ago I learned the reason why. Five years ago, Jake came back for a night and I let him have what we both wanted, knowing he wouldn't be able to stay in town after all he went through.But that night led to a kid. And while I wouldn't take it back for the world, now that Jake's made a surprise visit and finds out he's a dad, I can't let my love for him sway me anymore.JAKE WHEATLEYTen years ago I stole Lucy's first kiss because I thought it'd be the only thing I could have from her. Five years ago I took something even more important. And now I found out that night led to a kid. Lucy and my kid.I can't be a father, not when mine was the way he was. But I can't bring myself to leave Lucy's side this time. Maybe if it's just a little, I won't turn out like him.Third Time's the Charm is a standalone, steamy romance. This novella does contain material triggering for some: sexually explicit content, depictions of parental abuse, neglect, and demotic violence, and a depiction of panic attacks. Less