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Micalea Smeltzer

    Smeltzer explores the profound effects of kidney disease and transplantation through her writing. She is dedicated to raising awareness about these health issues and advocating for living donation. Her work is often infused with personal experience, reflecting a commitment to educating readers on complex medical journeys. As a devoted reader herself, she brings a deep appreciation for literary craft to her own storytelling.

    Real Players Never Lose
    The Confidence of Wildflowers
    Desperately Seeking Landlord
    The Confidence and Resurrection of Wildflowers
    Say When
    Rule Breakers Fall Hardest
    • Rule Breakers Fall Hardest

      • 552 pages
      • 20 hours of reading

      The story revolves around the deep connection between the narrator and Daire Hendricks, who was not only a childhood crush but also a source of comfort and support amidst family turmoil. As the narrative unfolds, it explores themes of love, resilience, and the complexities of growing up, highlighting how pivotal relationships can shape one's life. The bond between the characters offers a glimpse into their shared history and the emotional refuge Daire provided during challenging times.

      Rule Breakers Fall Hardest
      4.5
    • Say When

      • 370 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      The story unfolds with a charming and straightforward encounter between the protagonists, setting the stage for a romantic journey. As their relationship develops, readers are drawn into their evolving connection, exploring themes of love, serendipity, and the complexities of modern relationships. The narrative captures the essence of finding unexpected joy in everyday moments, making it a delightful read for fans of romance.

      Say When
      4.3
    • The Confidence of Wildflowers My future is a big 'what if' at the moment and I'm fine with that. For the most part. When Thayer Holmes moves in next door, the grumpy landscaper both fascinates and amuses me. When he asks me to nanny his kid, it's a great way to make some extra money. It's impossible not to fall in love with Thayer and his adorable son. There's a big problem though. I'm eighteen. He's thirty-one. Falling for someone almost fifteen years older than me wasn't part of my plans, but sometimes things happen when you least expect them. The Resurrection of Wildflowers His heart was shattered beyond repair. My life was irrevocably changed. And so I left him. I started over. I married someone else. But I never forgot him. It's been six years since I last saw Thayer Holmes. Being forced to return to my hometown means confronting our past head on and dealing with the fallout of my divorce. I'm now in the same spot he was when we met. Starting over. There are no secrets we can keep anymore. Not all love gets a second chance, but maybe we'll be the exception. Then again, maybe not.

      The Confidence and Resurrection of Wildflowers
      4.3
    • Desperately Seeking Landlord

      • 364 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      A brief romantic encounter spirals into unexpected emotional depths, challenging the characters' initial intentions. As they navigate the complexities of their feelings, they confront personal issues and the potential for lasting connections. The story explores themes of love, vulnerability, and the unpredictability of relationships, illustrating how a seemingly casual affair can transform into something profound.

      Desperately Seeking Landlord
      4.0
    • The Confidence of Wildflowers

      • 436 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      My future is a big 'what if' at the moment and I'm fine with that. For the most part. When Thayer Holmes moves in next door, the grumpy landscaper both fascinates and amuses me. When he asks me to nanny his kid, it's a great way to make some extra money. It's impossible not to fall in love with Thayer and his adorable son. There's a big problem though. I'm eighteen. He's thirty-one. Falling for someone almost fifteen years older than me wasn't part of my plans, but sometimes things happen when you least expect them.

      The Confidence of Wildflowers
      3.0
    • Real Players Never Lose

      • 450 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Teddy McCallister is notorious on campus for his player reputation, drawing the attention of many girls eager to win his affection. However, the reality is that he is not the type to commit, leaving a trail of broken hearts in his wake. The story explores the dynamics of attraction and the challenges of finding true love amidst the chaos of college life.

      Real Players Never Lose
      4.0
    • Pretty Little Mistake

      • 363 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      What happens when the one person you thought you'd never see again waltzes back into your life? One scandalizing night in an emotional novel by a USA Today bestselling author. Lennon Wells and Beckham Sullivan should have been perfect for each other. Both vulnerable, both striving to please difficult families, and both broken by the past. Going from friends to lovers seemed inevitable. So did a bad ending. They thought--they hoped--they'd never see each other again. Years later, bad luck or fate, Lennon and Beckham find themselves working for the same magazine. The wounds are still raw, but the chemistry is there. Then they're forced to work together on a project. Some things never change, and all it takes is one impetuous night. One mistake. And Lennon discovers she's pregnant. With more in common than they ever had before, Lennon and Beckham are going to be in each other's lives for a long time now, whether they like it or not. And they're starting to. If only they can break from the generational traumas that hold tight and take a shot at something they never expected: a second chance.

      Pretty Little Mistake
      4.0
    • Eleven Eleven

      • 524 pages
      • 19 hours of reading

      The protagonist embarks on a journey of self-discovery following a divorce, choosing to relocate across the country to escape their past. This fresh start offers the opportunity to forge new connections and redefine their identity in a different environment, highlighting themes of resilience and personal growth.

      Eleven Eleven
      4.0
    • Good Guys Don't Lie

      • 394 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      I've been nothing but a failure to my parents my entire life. I know I'll never live up to their level of perfection, but it doesn't matter. Especially, when I'm about to fail the same class twice. It seems like I'm doomed until my professor tells me he knows the perfect guy to tutor me- if he'll agree. Cree Madison is the star player on the hockey team, bound for NHL superstardom, and my last hope. I'm willing to do almost anything for his help. When I meet up with him, his eyes light up and he says, "I've been looking for you." Only I don't know him, and I've never met him before now. I'm willing to pretend to be whoever he wants me to be if it means I pass this class. But lies have a way of getting out of hand and neither one of us is prepared for the fallout when everything comes to light.

      Good Guys Don't Lie
      3.7
    • Bring Me Back

      • 402 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      Note From The Author I could have put the typical blurb here. Boy meets girl. They fall in love. Live happily ever after. The end. But this isn't that story.

      Bring Me Back
      2.0
    • Real Players Never Lose - Special Edition

      • 466 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      I've heard the whispers on campus of what a player Teddy McCallister is. Most girls on campus are vying to be the one, but guys like him don't settle down. When he overhears that my tuition has been pulled and I'm going to basically be a college reject he makes me an offer I can't refuse. Be his fake girlfriend until graduation so he can get his inheritance. It seems simple enough. I need the money and he needs someone to make him look committed. If one thing is certain, it's that I won't be falling for him. But no one warned me about what happens when my fake boyfriend starts to fall for me.

      Real Players Never Lose - Special Edition
      3.8
    • Sweet Dandelion

      • 608 pages
      • 22 hours of reading

      Dandelion Meadows is cursed. Horrible name. Horrible luck. At eighteen she should be headed off to college, all smiles and naivety. Instead, a victim of a school shooting, she's starting her senior year in a new city and living with her brother. Nightmares of that terrible day haunt her, affecting her daily life and the relationships around her. Forced to meet with the school counselor, Dani finds him chipping away at the walls she's built around herself, and even her heart. Lachlan Taylor doesn't know what to make at first of the broken student he's tasked with helping. She's survived a trauma he's not sure he can save her from, but he knows he has to try. The more time they spend together, the more they learn about what it really means to live. Some things are forbidden. Some things are necessary for survival. Their love is both.

      Sweet Dandelion
      3.8
    • The Resurrection of Wildflowers

      • 428 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      "His heart was shattered beyond repair. My life was irrevocably changed. So I left him. I started over. I married someone else. But I never forgot him." -- back cover.

      The Resurrection of Wildflowers
      3.8
    • Wild - Special Edition

      • 418 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      My band, The Wild, has finally had its big break. It's what we've always wanted-what we have always dreamed of-and nothing will stand in the way of achieving success. Except maybe me. As soon as we sign with our new record label, our producer gives us one rule; stay away from his daughter. I thought it would be easy to resist her, but Mia Hayes is under my skin. She is everything I never knew I wanted or needed. But falling for Mia might cost us everything we've worked so hard for. Do I sacrifice my band member's dreams and chase her, or will Mia be the one thing that is more important than any stage I have ever dreamed of?

      Wild - Special Edition
      3.8
    • Good Guys Don't Lie - Special Edition

      • 370 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      I've been nothing but a failure to my parents my entire life. I know I'll never live up to their level of perfection, but it doesn't matter. Especially, when I'm about to fail the same class twice. It seems like I'm doomed until my professor tells me he knows the perfect guy to tutor me-if he'll agree. Cree Madison is the star player on the hockey team, bound for NHL superstardom, and my last hope. I'm willing to do almost anything for his help. When I meet up with him, his eyes light up and he says, "I've been looking for you." Only I don't know him, and I've never met him before now. I'm willing to pretend to be whoever he wants me to be if it means I pass this class. But lies have a way of getting out of hand and neither one of us is prepared for the fallout when everything comes to light.

      Good Guys Don't Lie - Special Edition
      3.6
    • Nice Guys Don't Win

      • 344 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      When I agreed to be his roommate, I had no way of knowing that Cole Anderson was one of my father's star players. Having transferred to Aldridge University for my junior year, I wasn't familiar with anyone on campus. If there's one rule I've always been supposed to follow it's don't date a basketball player. Cole is different, though, and I don't want to stay away. But when he finds out I'm the coach's daughter I might not have any say in the matter.

      Nice Guys Don't Win
      3.6
    • The Game Plan

      • 410 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      A notorious hockey player grapples with his tumultuous past and the consequences of his reckless behavior. As he strives to redeem himself both on and off the ice, he faces challenges that test his resolve and character. Along the way, he encounters unexpected relationships that force him to confront his flaws and redefine what it means to be a hero. Balancing the pressures of the sport with personal growth, this story explores themes of redemption, identity, and the transformative power of love.

      The Game Plan
      3.3
    • The story revolves around the deep connection between the narrator and Daire Hendricks, who was not only a childhood crush but also a source of support amid family challenges. Daire's presence provided comfort and safety, particularly in dealing with his bothersome brothers and the narrator's overbearing family dynamics. The narrative hints at themes of love, nostalgia, and the complexities of growing up with someone who played a pivotal role in the narrator's formative years.

      Rule Breakers Fall Hardest (Special Edition)
      3.4
    • Bad Boys Break Hearts

      • 438 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Mascen Wade, star pitcher of the Aldridge University baseball team, is a lot of things. Rich. Hotter than sin. The campus's reigning bad boy. We knew each other once upon a time, but even if I'm named after a princess, it doesn't mean my life is a fairytale. My plan is to keep my head down, get my degree, and leave this town. But the moment Mascen Wade recognizes me all my carefully laid plans come crumbling down. He's decided he wants to make my life a living hell. But I'm not so easy to push around and won't put up with his bully playground antics. Too bad for me I've never been able to resist him.

      Bad Boys Break Hearts
      3.4
    • Tempting Rowan

      • 370 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      The struggles of Rowan Sinclair highlight the challenges of familial responsibility and personal sacrifice. At just twenty-one, she navigates a difficult home life dominated by an alcoholic mother and a sleazy stepfather, forcing her to take on the role of caretaker for her younger siblings. Caught in a cycle of obligation, Rowan grapples with the desire for freedom while fearing the consequences of abandoning her family. Her story delves into themes of resilience, love, and the tough choices that come with loyalty.

      Tempting Rowan
    • Finding Olivia

      • 468 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      Olivia Owens embarks on a transformative journey in college, seeking to break free from her fears and embrace a bolder, more adventurous version of herself. The narrative explores her struggles and growth as she navigates new experiences, aiming to redefine her identity and discover what it truly means to live wildly.

      Finding Olivia
    • Chasing Olivia

      • 430 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      The story explores the complexities of love through the experiences of Trace and Olivia, who discover that their deep feelings may not be sufficient to overcome life's challenges. As they navigate their relationship, they confront the harsh realities that test their bond, revealing that love alone cannot solve all problems.

      Chasing Olivia
    • Rising - Special Edition

      • 552 pages
      • 20 hours of reading

      The protagonist struggles with emotional detachment, navigating relationships without forming deep connections. As he encounters challenges that test his resolve, he is forced to confront his fears and the reasons behind his reluctance to open up. This journey leads to unexpected revelations about love, vulnerability, and the importance of human connection, ultimately pushing him to reconsider his stance on attachment.

      Rising - Special Edition
    • Broken Hearts

      • 428 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      The narrative explores the challenges faced by a couple who believed their bond could withstand any adversity. As they navigate through trials and tribulations, their relationship is tested in unexpected ways, revealing vulnerabilities and strengths. Themes of resilience, love, and the complexities of human connection are central to the story, as the characters confront their past and the storms that threaten their future together.

      Broken Hearts
    • Die Zuversicht der Wildblumen

      • 429 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Die Liebe ist wie eine Wildblume: Man findet sie oft an den unwahrscheinlichsten Orten Mein Leben verläuft weitgehend unspektakulär, aber das ist für mich in Ordnung. Das ändert sich erst, als Thayer Holmes nebenan einzieht. Der mürrische Landschaftsgärtner bringt frischen Wind in meinen Alltag, und als er mich darum bittet, als Kindermädchen für seinen kleinen Sohn einzuspringen, stimme ich spontan zu. Es ist einfach unmöglich, Thayer und seinen Sohn nicht zu mögen. Doch da gibt es ein Hindernis: Ich bin erst achtzehn, während er einunddreißig Jahre alt ist. Die Anziehung zwischen uns war nicht geplant, und während ich versuche, meine inneren Dämonen zu besiegen, wird mir klar: Manchmal haben die schönsten Dinge die schlimmsten Konsequenzen ... Eine ergreifende New Adult Romance, die Herzen bricht und Seelen berührt

      Die Zuversicht der Wildblumen
      4.3
    • Wildblumen sind stark. Widerstandsfähig. Sie gedeihen unter den widrigsten Bedingungen und biegen sich im stärksten Sturm. Aber sie brechen nicht. Niemals. Es hat lange gedauert, bis ich erkannt habe, dass ich in manchen Momenten loslassen muss. Egal, wie stark die Liebe ist. Manchmal gibt es jemanden, für den ich stark sein und weitermachen muss und der mich braucht. Deshalb habe ich eine Entscheidung getroffen. Eine folgenreiche Entscheidung. Jetzt bin ich bereit, mich meiner Vergangenheit zu stellen – mit allen Konsequenzen. Und ich hoffe, dass eines Tages die Liebe zu mir zurückfindet ...

      Wildflower Duet - 2: Die Rückkehr der Wildblumen
      2.5