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Ex on the Beach
The Epic Joyride of Axel and Shay
She says she loves me, but does the person she loves exist?
Former child star and A-list actor Axel Dane doesn’t lack for women to date, but he’s convinced he’ll never find anyone who wants him for more than his money and fame. Following the wedding of his best friends, Ty Mays and Ivy Pless, Axel heads off to Slovakia to film his new motorcycle racing movie, determined to forget about love and enjoy his skyrocketing Hollywood success and all the perks that come with it.
Then Axel meets Shay Denning, an American traveler who is waitressing in Slovakia—and who miraculously doesn’t recognize him. It feels good to be treated like a normal person by a beautiful girl, so when Shay asks his name, Axel gives her the first answer that comes to mind—Ty Mays.
Shay seems to be interested in “Ty” for all the right reasons, and Axel finally feels like he might have a shot at a relationship not based on his fame. Shay seems to like Axel for who he is—the side of him she knows, at least—but the rest of his life is difficult to hide with paparazzi and adoring fans around every corner.
Will Shay still love Axel when she finds out the truth, or have his lies already ruined their chance to live happily ever after? The Epic Joyride of Axel and Shay is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy. It features R rated sexual content and swearing, no cliff hanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. "Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge "[THE EXTRA is] delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" –Bestselling Author Jen Greyson "Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." –Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush
Former child star and A-list actor Axel Dane doesn’t lack for women to date, but he’s convinced he’ll never find anyone who wants him for more than his money and fame. Following the wedding of his best friends, Ty Mays and Ivy Pless, Axel heads off to Slovakia to film his new motorcycle racing movie, determined to forget about love and enjoy his skyrocketing Hollywood success and all the perks that come with it.
Then Axel meets Shay Denning, an American traveler who is waitressing in Slovakia—and who miraculously doesn’t recognize him. It feels good to be treated like a normal person by a beautiful girl, so when Shay asks his name, Axel gives her the first answer that comes to mind—Ty Mays.
Shay seems to be interested in “Ty” for all the right reasons, and Axel finally feels like he might have a shot at a relationship not based on his fame. Shay seems to like Axel for who he is—the side of him she knows, at least—but the rest of his life is difficult to hide with paparazzi and adoring fans around every corner.
Will Shay still love Axel when she finds out the truth, or have his lies already ruined their chance to live happily ever after? The Epic Joyride of Axel and Shay is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy. It features R rated sexual content and swearing, no cliff hanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. "Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge "[THE EXTRA is] delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" –Bestselling Author Jen Greyson "Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." –Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush
268 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 13, 2024
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About the author
Megan Walker
32 books82 followersMegan Walker lives in Utah with her husband, two kids, and two dogs-all of whom are incredibly supportive of the time she spends writing about romance and crazy Hollywood hijinks. She loves making Barbie dioramas and reading trashy gossip magazines (and, okay, lots of other books and magazines, as well.) Megan has also written several published fantasy and science-fiction stories under the name Megan Grey.
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April 21, 2025
"Having someone you love that much, it gives you that much more motivation not to screw it up.”
Wow. I read a few sentences, turned a few pages, laughed a lot, cried a bit, and suddenly I read a 16 volume series and I find myself so sad to say goodbye to all these characters.
I dearly love the arcs, the growth, the lessons learned, the resilience, forgiveness (of others and one's self) and the joy
Not to mention the brilliant collaboration between Janci Patterson and Megan Walker. 😊 Now to find another good series to dive into.
Wow. I read a few sentences, turned a few pages, laughed a lot, cried a bit, and suddenly I read a 16 volume series and I find myself so sad to say goodbye to all these characters.
I dearly love the arcs, the growth, the lessons learned, the resilience, forgiveness (of others and one's self) and the joy
Not to mention the brilliant collaboration between Janci Patterson and Megan Walker. 😊 Now to find another good series to dive into.
July 3, 2024
Axel was in the last book and he was a total jerk. I have no idea how these authors turn someone like that into a character I have so much compassion for. I really enjoyed the journey of growth in this novel. It take an in-depth look at how people are shaped by their experiences and how sometimes the chance to leave behind who they were opens the door for them to grow into a better human being. I love how, once Axel begins to change, all the people in his life who love him can see that change and they love and support him on a whole other level. The story of Axel and Shay made my heard melt. This book is SO GOOD.
February 5, 2024
I LOVED it!
I really appreciate how the biggest jerks still get their redemption stories in this series. <3
(And let's be honest, Axel is a pro at being a jerk...)
I adored Shay and how she brought out the best in Axel (with some detours, but still ;) ).
And of course I enjoyed catching up with Ivy and Ty - those two are really near and dear to my heart. (And Felix! And Jenna!)
*happy sigh*
More, please?
I really appreciate how the biggest jerks still get their redemption stories in this series. <3
(And let's be honest, Axel is a pro at being a jerk...)
I adored Shay and how she brought out the best in Axel (with some detours, but still ;) ).
And of course I enjoyed catching up with Ivy and Ty - those two are really near and dear to my heart. (And Felix! And Jenna!)
*happy sigh*
More, please?
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