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Synopsis

She never wanted small-town life. He never expected to fall in love. But sometimes, the best things come when you least expect them…

Emily Sinclair had it all—a fast-paced city life, glamorous nights out, and big dreams waiting to unfold. But when her parents move to a sleepy town in Indiana, she finds herself trapped in Maplewood—a place where everyone knows your business, and the biggest event of the week is a Friday night at the local bar.

Determined to make the best of it, Emily takes a job at a cozy bakery, where the scent of fresh bread fills the air—and where she keeps running into Jake Turner. Rugged, tattooed, and brooding, Jake is the definition of small-town charm and country strength. He’s the kind of man Emily swore she’d never fall for… but the more time she spends with him, the more she starts to question everything she thought she wanted.

But Jake has secrets, and Emily has doubts. As their connection deepens, so do the challenges that threaten to tear them apart. With her old life calling her back and Jake’s past coming to light, Emily must Is love worth the risk, even when it means letting go of the life she thought she wanted?

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Level 1 - Sweet & Mild

Tender moments and stolen kisses. Sweet and innocent romance. No sexual content whatsoever. Perfect for all ages.

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Level 2 - Warming Up

Chemistry is building with passionate kissing. Light physical affection and touches. Intimate moments are hinted at but not shown on page. Sensual but not explicit. Closed door or Fade to Black

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Level 3 - Getting Spicy

At least one intimate scene that readers experience on the page. Physical descriptions are present but tastefully written. Sensual and engaging without being overly graphic. Suitable for most adult readers.

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Level 4 - Fire Alarm

Two or more explicit intimate scenes with detailed descriptions. Frequent sexual content woven through the story. Varied and adventurous encounters. Not for the faint of heart.

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Level 5 - Whew! Hot Damn

Multiple explicit intimate scenes throughout the entire book. Detailed, graphic descriptions of sexual content. Varied and adventurous acts featured prominently. May include kink, BDSM, or other mature themes. Strictly for adult readers seeking maximum heat.