Penelope Ward

From New York Times bestselling author Penelope Ward comes a new, STANDALONE novel... ABBY: I'm falling for the father of the baby I'm carrying. The problem is: it's not my baby. And the broody widower is not looking for a long-term partner. As a surrogate, the deal was that I'd only be in England long enough to give birth. At first, the man seemed as pretentious as his name: Sigmund Benedictus. He and I butted heads. Sig challenged my intentions, accused me of just wanting to do this for the money. Gradually, he learned to trust me. He even became protective. Over time, our heated animosity turned into fiery chemistry. I was falling in love with him. But my time here had a limit. I needed to protect my heart from the devastatingly gorgeous older man who'd end up breaking it. SIG: When my in-laws told me they wanted to use my dead wife's eggs to conceive a grandchild, I wasn't immediately on board. They swore that on her deathbed Britney told them it was what she wanted-but only if I fathered the baby. Her parents insisted they would be the ones to raise it. Against my better judgment, I agreed. I vowed to keep my heart out of it, though. I'd continue to pretend it wasn't happening and live the empty, single life I'd become accustomed to the past five years since Britney died. And despite the fact that a certain younger American named Abby Knickerbocker had awakened things inside me that I thought were long dead... I most certainly wouldn't fall in love with the surrogate.

From New York Times bestselling author Penelope Ward, comes a new standalone novel. The one that got away. Every girl has one, right? Mine was a charming, British aristocrat who turned my world upside down one summer. From the moment I first spotted Leo in the distance through my binoculars, I'd been captivated. I certainly never expected to find a man showering outside of the property across the bay in his birthday suit. Then I noticed his housemate staring back at me with binoculars of his own-watching me watching Leo. That made for an interesting conversation starter when I inevitably ran into them. Turned out, the handsome Brits were only renting that house for the summer in my seaside town. Leo and I formed an instant connection, even though we were technically opposites by all appearances. I taught him how to dig for clams, and he taught me that not all wealthy and powerful guys are pretentious. Despite knowing he was totally wrong for me, I couldn't seem to stay away. It was a wild and crazy few months. And before I knew it, we'd fallen in love. We both had one wish: more time together. But Leo had obligations back home. He lived a life I'd never fit into. And I was going to law school. So, we decided to end it and never look back. A part of me always felt like I'd let my soulmate walk away. I believed our story was over. Until five years later when he sent me a letter that shook me to my core. I'd thought my world was turned upside down that first summer? Well, I knew nothing yet.

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From New York Times bestselling authors Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland comes a new standalone romance. Rule number one for having a one-night stand: Don't fall for the girl. After a lengthy dating slump, I finally met someone who sparked my interest. Well, first the sparks flew when we argued. Later in the evening those sparks ignited into something more. I was drawn to Devyn, in a way I hadn't felt in a really long time. Needless to say, I was disappointed when she abruptly left after our amazing night together. I couldn't stop thinking about her. But she hadn't even given me her number. In a city with eight-million people, I figured I'd never see Devyn again. So imagine my surprise when I knocked on the door of an apartment in the building I lived in, and none other than my one-night stand stood on the other side. If I thought Devyn didn't want anything to do with me before, that was nothing compared to how she felt after finding out I was the landlord and she was about to be evicted... And that was just the first surprise that would rock my world when it came to the mystery woman in apartment 410.

From New York Times bestselling authors Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland comes a new standalone romance. Rule number one for having a one-night stand: Don't fall for the girl. After a lengthy dating slump, I finally met someone who sparked my interest. Well, first the sparks flew when we argued. Later in the evening those sparks ignited into something more. I was drawn to Devyn, in a way I hadn't felt in a really long time. Needless to say, I was disappointed when she abruptly left after our amazing night together. I couldn't stop thinking about her. But she hadn't even given me her number. In a city with eight-million people, I figured I'd never see Devyn again. So imagine my surprise when I knocked on the door of an apartment in the building I lived in, and none other than my one-night stand stood on the other side. If I thought Devyn didn't want anything to do with me before, that was nothing compared to how she felt after finding out I was the landlord and she was about to be evicted... And that was just the first surprise that would rock my world when it came to the mystery woman in apartment 410.

From New York Times bestselling author Penelope Ward comes a new forbidden, enemies-to-lovers story... It all started with an unexpected phone call. Two years after my fianc passed away in an accident, his father died suddenly, leaving Brad's adult, special-needs brother with no one to care for him. The next thing I knew, I was on a cross-country drive to New Hampshire where I'd be moving in to look after Scottie until I could get him into a group home. The last thing I ever expected? I wouldn't be taking care of him alone. Josh Mathers, my fianc 's best friend-who also happened to be my sworn enemy-insisted he was the better person for the job. He told me to go back to California, and I told him where he could stick that demand. Our disdain for each other wasn't anything new. It dated back to a text I'd accidentally read years ago. We hated each other. But we both loved Scottie, so neither of us budged. Now we were living together in a tiny house-with one available bedroom. Thank goodness it was only temporary. Over time, I realized the broody jerk I thought I knew was different than I'd imagined. I found myself slowly growing attached to someone I once considered the enemy...and growing attracted to him. Sure, both of us were guilt-ridden over Brad. We were also two grown people with pent-up frustration toward one another-stuck in a cabin in the woods. But this was Josh. I could never.

From New York Times bestselling author Penelope Ward comes a new forbidden, enemies-to-lovers story... It all started with an unexpected phone call. Two years after my fianc passed away in an accident, his father died suddenly, leaving Brad's adult, special-needs brother with no one to care for him. The next thing I knew, I was on a cross-country drive to New Hampshire where I'd be moving in to look after Scottie until I could get him into a group home. The last thing I ever expected? I wouldn't be taking care of him alone. Josh Mathers, my fianc 's best friend-who also happened to be my sworn enemy-insisted he was the better person for the job. He told me to go back to California, and I told him where he could stick that demand. Our disdain for each other wasn't anything new. It dated back to a text I'd accidentally read years ago. We hated each other. But we both loved Scottie, so neither of us budged. Now we were living together in a tiny house-with one available bedroom. Thank goodness it was only temporary. Over time, I realized the broody jerk I thought I knew was different than I'd imagined. I found myself slowly growing attached to someone I once considered the enemy...and growing attracted to him. Sure, both of us were guilt-ridden over Brad. We were also two grown people with pent-up frustration toward one another-stuck in a cabin in the woods. But this was Josh. I could never.

From New York Times bestselling author Penelope Ward comes an emotional, romantic journey and the start of an epic series of standalones. Nina Kennedy was alive...but not living...until she met him. Planes, trains, heights...you name it, Nina was afraid of it and led a sheltered life ruled by irrational fears and phobias. When she moves to Brooklyn for nursing school, that life is turned upside down as she develops an intense but unwanted attraction to her gorgeous roommate, who's pierced, tattooed and just happens to be the smartest person she's ever met. Behind Jake Green's rough exterior and devilish smile, lies a heart of gold. He makes it his mission to change Nina's outlook on life. When he agrees to tutor her, they forge a bet and the stakes are high as Jake forces Nina to face her demons. They just weren't expecting to fall hard for each other in the process. What Nina doesn't realize, is that Jake is hiding a massive secret. Once he drops a bombshell, will their love survive it? A STANDALONE novel. Standalone Books in the Jake Series: Jake Undone (Jake #1)My Skylar (Jake #2)Jake Understood (Jake #3)

From the New York Times bestselling author of Jake Undone, comes a full-length standalone companion novel and epic conclusion to the Jake Series. A different side to the story: Jake's side." We're getting a new roommate," they said. I thought nothing of it...until she walked in the door. Her hand trembled in mine as she looked at me with fearful eyes. My entire world spun on its axis. Nina... It was a mismatch made in heaven: innocent girl from the boonies moves in with a tattooed, pierced, badboy. I came up with a bet, a plan to tutor her in math and coach her through her phobias. What I wasn't betting on was becoming addicted to her. But I was living a double life on weekends, and once she found out about it, she'd be gone. I had to protect myself and that meant one thing: I couldn't fall in love. In Jake Understood, pivotal scenes from Jake Undone are retold from Jake's point of view combined with ALL-NEW material from both the past and present time after Jake Undone left off. While it could stand alone, if both books are read, it should follow Jake Undone (Jake #1). In this book, readers of My Skylar (Jake #2) will also get to catch up with the beloved characters, Mitch and Skylar, for a glimpse of their life beyond My Skylar. Standalone Books in the Jake Series: Jake Undone (Jake #1)My Skylar (Jake #2)Jake Understood (Jake #3)

From New York Times bestselling author Penelope Ward comes an epic standalone, friends-to-lovers story...with a jaw-dropping twist you won't see coming. Skylar has been my best friend since childhood, but I secretly pine for her. One thing after another has kept us apart, and I've spent the last decade in fear of losing her forever. Because of me, she left town. For years, I thought I'd never see her again. But now she's back...and living with him. I don't deserve her after everything I've put her through, but I can't live without her. This is my last chance, because she's about to make the biggest mistake of her life. I can see it her eyes: she doesn't love the man she's set to marry. She still loves me...which is why I have to stop her before it's too late. A STANDALONE novel. Standalone Books in the Jake Series: Jake Undone (Jake #1)My Skylar (Jake #2)Jake Understood (Jake #3)