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CALIFORNIA DREAMING, BOOK 1
A lover who disappears. A best friend who takes his place. A girl who desperately loves them both.
It’s 1982 in California’s Bay Area, where Jacqui Hall yearns to belong. Stuck living at home so her oppressive parents will pay for college, the nineteen-year-old aspiring writer wishes for someone to make her feel special. And her dreams seem to come true when she hits it off with a pair of hot mechanics that work next door. Falling hard for the haunted Mick, Jacqui finally finds acceptance in his passionate arms. But when he vanishes without a word and his rakish best friend Remy steps into his shoes, she’s torn between two very different kinds of affection. When Mick returns and Remy doesn’t want to let go, will Jacqui be forced to choose, or can she truly have it all? Recalling the days of West Coast car culture and low-tech times, When There Was Us delivers an intimate story of found family and polyamorous sexual awakening. Packed with emotion, irresistible characters, and heartfelt honesty, this absorbing tale is authentically real. NOTE TO READERS When There Was Us is the first book in the California Dreaming romance series, a continuing story (vs. connected standalones). While book one ends on a HFN and is a complete work, there is a cliffhanger that resolves in book two: When There Was You, with a full HEA. There are a total of four books in this continuing series. The ebook is exclusive on Amazon* and also available in Kindle Unlimited.
Paperbacks are available anywhere books are sold (the illustrated cover edition is available only at Amazon). A hardcover version is also available at Amazon. *As an Amazon affiliate, I earn a small commission on sales. |
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CALIFORNIA DREAMING, BOOK 2
A broken heart. A chance encounter. One night that could change everything.
Jacqui Hall is limping through 1984 with a heart shattered so thoroughly, it might be irreparable. When a plum magazine job across the country arises, she jumps at the opportunity, desperate to restart her life and chase her dreams. And when she meets a handsome stranger and they share one reckless, memorable night, it stirs passions she feared were long dead. But leaving California brings consuming loneliness and new troubles as Jacqui struggles to find her footing. Until Mr. One Night Only roars back into her life, testing her resolve about falling for another sweet-talking man with hypnotic eyes—and arms that feel like home. Especially when they’re both emotionally scarred and harboring deal-breaking secrets. But if she’s brave enough to trust again, will Jacqui find the man truly worthy of her heart? Recalling the days of muscle car culture and low-tech times, K.C. Lake delivers an intimate story of healing hearts and found family. When There Was You is the second propulsive book in the California Dreaming contemporary romance series. If you like emotional reads, strong dialogue, and swoonworthy book boyfriends, you’ll adore this steamy love story packed with all the feels. NOTE TO READERS When There Was You is book two of California Dreaming, a continuing story (vs. connected standalone). Please read book one, When There Was Us, first. The ebook is exclusive on Amazon* and also available in Kindle Unlimited.
Paperbacks are available anywhere books are sold (the illustrated cover edition is available only at Amazon). A hardcover version is also available at Amazon. *As an Amazon affiliate, I earn a small commission on sales. |
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COMING SOON: CALIFORNIA DREAMING, BOOK 3
A man whose scars run as deep as the ocean. A ray of sunshine who unexpectedly captures his heart. One decision that could capsize their love.
1982, Oakland, California. Mick Callahan is desperate to escape his stagnant existence. Scarred by his tumultuous childhood, the jaded car mechanic walls himself off from love and settles for the occasional hookup. But he’s completely thrown off his axis when he meets the gorgeous new girl working next door. Despite his skepticism, he falls hard for the golden-eyed angel who radiates light into his darkness. Yet just as he dares hope they could be more, an emergency forces a split—and his best friend swoops in and steals her affection. Navigating those murky waters unleashes an emotional hurricane, tumbling Mick into the eye of the storm. When their profound love is threatened, is Mick too broken to fight for what he truly desires? Recalling the days of muscle car culture and low-tech times, K.C. Lake delivers an intimate story of potent first love and the choices that break us. When There Was Her is the third propulsive book in the California Dreaming contemporary romance series and told in Mick’s solo POV. If you like fast friends to lovers, emotional love triangles, and found family vibes, this steamy, angsty love story delivers all the feels. NOTE TO READERS When There Was Her is book three of California Dreaming, a continuing story (vs. connected standalone). Please read book the first two books in the series to avoid spoilers. |