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C.K. Darling writes bite-sized romances with big heart, plenty of heat, and a whole lotta Southern sass. Her spicy short stories—each clocking in around two hours—are perfect for readers and audiobook lovers who want all the swoon without the slog. Set in the small (but never dull) town of Peachwood Grove, Georgia, C.K.’s romances can be enjoyed as standalones or gobbled up in a bingeable series—like your favorite potato chips… you can’t read just one.

Whether you're craving a second-chance love, enemies turned sweethearts, or a grumpy hero who melts like buttercream, she’s got just the treat. These stories are also the perfect palate cleanser between heavier reads—quick, satisfying, and sure to leave you smiling (and maybe a little flushed

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	Buttercream and Second Beginnings (Sweetheart Scones & Stories, #1) 3.92 avg rating — 189 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Sweet and Spiteful Rivalries: A Short Romance (Sweetheart Scones & Stories Book 2) 4.12 avg rating — 124 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Forbidden Love and Lattes: A Short Romance (Sweetheart Scones & Stories Book 3) 4.05 avg rating — 88 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	Holiday Hearts Unwrapped (The Holiday Matchmaker Short Romance Series Book 1) 4.14 avg rating — 43 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Midnight Kiss Countdown: A Short Romance (The Holiday Matchmaker Short Romance Series Book 2) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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C.K. Darling liked Tiffany Segal's review of Holiday Hearts Unwrapped (The Holiday Matchmaker Short Romance Series Book 1): "ALC review for CK Darling I’m a huge fan of best friend-to-lovers storylines. I’ve been eagerly anticipating Dalton’s story since the Sweetheart and Scone series. For years, Dalton has been unlucky in love and can’t seem to find the one. Meanwhile, Sa" Read more of this review »
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C.K. Darling liked H S's review of Holiday Hearts Unwrapped (The Holiday Matchmaker Short Romance Series Book 1): "4.5 stars!! Short and sweet holiday perfection! Dalton and Savvy grew up together and even shared a first kiss but Dalton was too afraid of risking the friendship to pick up on Savvy’s clues over the years. Now they are in a fake relationship that tu" Read more of this review »
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“You’re delicious,” he says, licking his lips. “I’m a mess,” I say, wiping the icing from my neck. “You’re perfect,” he replies, his voice low and husky.”
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