Explore My Stories of Love and Connection
Step into a world of deep emotions, unforgettable characters, and heart-pounding romance. Each of my books is crafted to take you on a journey filled with longing, joy, and the challenges that come with finding love. Whether you're a fan of slow-burn romance, forbidden love, or second chances, there’s something here for you. Scroll down to explore the stories that have captured the hearts of readers everywhere.
(You Series, Prologue)
Perfect for fans of: fake dating, small-town romance, slow-burn, emotional healing, and second chances.
Kiara thought leaving town and starting fresh would help her rebuild her life. After being fired and stranded on the side of the road, she’s offered a ride by Waylon, the town’s eligible bachelor. When nosy neighbors mistake them for a couple, they decide to play along to avoid more questions. What starts as a harmless act quickly becomes much more, as Kiara struggles to keep her heart in check while pretending with Waylon.
Waylon never planned on getting attached. His past has taught him to avoid love at all costs, but Kiara makes him rethink everything. Their fake relationship seems easy at first—just enough to quiet the rumors—but the more time he spends with her, the more he realizes he’s falling deeper than he ever intended. Can he risk his heart for a future that’s anything but guaranteed?
A slow-burn, fake-relationship romance that explores trust, healing, and the unexpected power of love.
This book contains themes of emotional trauma and complicated family dynamics.
(You Series, Book 1)
Perfect for fans of: brother’s best friend, small-town romance, slow-burn, second chances, emotional healing, grief and love.
Stella left Waterbury a year ago, hoping distance would help her forget the twin brother she lost. But when circumstances force her back, she’s not prepared for the overwhelming emotions that come with returning home—and the unexpected connection with her brother’s best friend, Gray. They were never close, but shared grief has a way of sparking feelings neither of them saw coming.
Gray never thought much about Stella beyond being his best friend’s twin sister. But now that she’s back, he can’t ignore the spark that wasn’t there before. As they confront their shared loss, they realize their connection runs deeper than just memories of the past. But will their budding relationship survive when she’s planning to leave again?
A slow-burn, heart-wrenching romance about healing, love, and the ties that bind us, even when we least expect it.
Perfect for fans of: brother’s best friend, small-town romance, slow-burn, second chances, emotional healing, grief and love.
Trigger Warnings: This book contains themes of grief, loss of a sibling, and emotional trauma.
(You Series, Book 2)
Perfect for fans of: forbidden romance, best friend’s cousin, small-town romance, slow-burn, second chances, emotional healing.
Josie O'Donovan has had a crush on Nate Keyes for as long as she can remember. He’s her cousin's best friend and the town's rebellious bad boy—completely off-limits and always just out of reach. After being rejected by her dream music school, Josie thought staying in Waterbury would help her escape the disappointment and pressure from her parents. But when she’s called back to the family farm, she doesn’t expect Nate to be there, reigniting feelings she thought she’d buried.
Nate Keyes has always kept his distance, hiding his own struggles beneath a tough exterior. But the more time he spends with Josie, the harder it becomes to ignore the spark between them. As they grow closer, Nate isn’t the only one vying for Josie’s attention—Cody, a shared longtime friend, has always been there for her, leaving Josie torn between what feels familiar and what her heart truly wants.
A slow-burn, forbidden romance about love, self-discovery, and finding the courage to follow your heart.
Trigger Warnings: This book contains themes of emotional trauma, off-page trauma from abuse, and mental health struggles.
(You Series, Book 3)
Perfect for fans of: forced proximity, strangers-to-lovers, emotional healing, second chances.
Lyssa Baxter has spent years building walls around her heart. After her father's devastating betrayal, trusting anyone feels like an impossible risk. Her future is all that matters now, and getting through college without distractions is her only plan. But when she's paired with the last person she’d expect for a project about love—Cody Brooks, a guarded stranger with his own demons—her carefully laid plans begin to unravel. The more time they spend together, the harder it becomes to ignore the attraction that threatens to knock down all of her defenses.
Cody Brooks thought he had everything figured out—until his best friend shattered his heart. After years of secretly loving her, watching her choose someone else left Cody feeling lost and directionless. Now, with no plan for the future and a broken heart, the last thing he wants is to be stuck with Lyssa for a project about love. But as their connection grows, Cody starts to realize that the future he once dreamed of might not be the one he truly needs. And maybe, just maybe, Lyssa is the person who can help him find a new path forward.
A slow-burn, heart-wrenching romance about trust, healing, and risking it all when love feels like the last thing you want.
Trigger Warnings: This book contains themes of emotional trauma, broken family dynamics, and relationship tension.
(You Series, Book 4)
Perfect for fans of: friends with benefits, road trip romance, emotional healing, second chances, forced proximity.
Kasey thought leaving town and starting fresh would help her forget the life she left behind. But now, she's living in a cramped coastal town with her younger brother, struggling to keep their lives together. Her dreams are on hold, and the last thing she needs is a complication—especially in the form of Ollie, the brooding Brit who’s too charming for his own good. What started as a no-strings arrangement becomes harder to maintain as feelings Kasey thought she’d buried start to resurface.
Ollie came to escape his past, not get involved with anyone. But when he meets Kasey—the guarded woman with a strength that draws him in—he quickly realizes he’s in over his head. Every moment they spend together makes him question his decision to keep things casual, and he finds himself wanting more. As their road trip takes them closer to the end of summer, Ollie realizes Kasey might be the reason he doesn’t want to leave.
A slow-burn, heart-wrenching romance about love, healing, and discovering the life you truly want.
Trigger Warnings: This book contains themes of emotional trauma, gun violence (including a character being shot), broken dreams, and complicated family dynamics. Reader discretion is advised.
Elin Kind
Indie New Adult Romance Author
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