⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A contemporary romance that will take your breath away." -Reader Views Reviewer's Choice Literary Awards Finalist 2025

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Shaken and stirred.

Five years is a long time between drinks for old friends, Andie and Chris.

Shaken by a series of heartbreaks, Andie’s fear of jumping into new relationships leads her to run away and keep her distance from the possibilities of love—even with Chris.

After five years apart, Andie and Chris are unexpectedly thrown together, and they have the chance to re-ignite their friendship. The heady cocktail of comfort, heated conversation, and undeniable chemistry in their shared moments has Andie questioning what she really wants: friendship—or maybe even more, this time around.

Can Andie move beyond her deep-seated fears to finally take the leap of faith and meet Chris halfway? Is it possible that the person who knows her best might be the love she’s been missing?

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"A feel-good book with a casual vibe that screams summer reading by the pool with a fruity cocktail in hand....Between the novel’s breathtaking setting, the multidimensional (and aesthetically pleasing) characters, and the stirring romance, you’ll get all the feels you need from this endorphin-boosting prose." Reader Views Reviewer's Choice Literary Awards Finalist 2025 (Judges Review)

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"'Caution, meet Wind'. Charming, clever & addictive! A sweet, slow-burn romance set in Sydney, ‘The Next Round’ follows two longtime friends caught in a “will they, won’t they?” dynamic that will keep you eagerly turning the pages. The story is expertly crafted, effortlessly shifting between past and present. Every word feels carefully chosen, elevating it above your typical chick lit. Filled with love, longing, hope, and just the right amount of sizzle, I was hooked from start to finish!" -Amazon Review

"Real people inhabit this love story; the dialogue sparkles, the situations are down to earth, and the characters, easily relatable." -IndieReader