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Running Back For You
This wasn't supposed to be happening.
Life was supposed to reman quiet and peaceful, in the small country town of Wattlebark, where Navy Grayson spends her days.
She wasn't supposed to see him again.
The guy whose heart she broke, when she left him eight years ago.
Reunited for their best friend's wedding. Navy is forced to face Dallas again, and her world will never be the same.As far as Navy can see, nothing has changed in their lives. He's still a famous football player in the USA, and she's a small town Social Worker in Australia.
With no possible way to make this work, Navy must steel her heart against the devastating hold Dallas has over it.
But Dallas has other ideas.
Join Navy and Dallas as their lives cross paths once more, and they are faced with the question - is it ever too late for a second chance?
Life was supposed to reman quiet and peaceful, in the small country town of Wattlebark, where Navy Grayson spends her days.
She wasn't supposed to see him again.
The guy whose heart she broke, when she left him eight years ago.
Reunited for their best friend's wedding. Navy is forced to face Dallas again, and her world will never be the same.As far as Navy can see, nothing has changed in their lives. He's still a famous football player in the USA, and she's a small town Social Worker in Australia.
With no possible way to make this work, Navy must steel her heart against the devastating hold Dallas has over it.
But Dallas has other ideas.
Join Navy and Dallas as their lives cross paths once more, and they are faced with the question - is it ever too late for a second chance?
234 pages, Paperback
Published October 31, 2024
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October 26, 2024
A fast paced second chance Romance. If you’re looking for a cute and sweet kinda campy book look no further. Navy will have you shaking your head and Dallas will have you swooning in no time.
Spoilers:
Navy is the classic case of a FMC thinking she knows what’s best for others and making herself suffer because of her own actions. Of course she’s made this wonderful but lonely life for herself. It’s just a prime example that we do not always know what is best, and that communication is key. Navy made me want to yell at her to open her big damn eyes and take a look around. Like ma’am please get out of your own way and listen to your heart not your head.
Dallas is the greenest green flag I have ever seen. Man deserves an award. when he finally told her to “respectfully- please stop talking” it was about damn time that she needed to actually listen to what he had to say. Who doesn’t love a sexy man who knows what he wants treats his lady respectfully can cook and is a pro athlete.
Spoilers:
Navy is the classic case of a FMC thinking she knows what’s best for others and making herself suffer because of her own actions. Of course she’s made this wonderful but lonely life for herself. It’s just a prime example that we do not always know what is best, and that communication is key. Navy made me want to yell at her to open her big damn eyes and take a look around. Like ma’am please get out of your own way and listen to your heart not your head.
Dallas is the greenest green flag I have ever seen. Man deserves an award. when he finally told her to “respectfully- please stop talking” it was about damn time that she needed to actually listen to what he had to say. Who doesn’t love a sexy man who knows what he wants treats his lady respectfully can cook and is a pro athlete.
March 12, 2025
This was a lovely change of pace for me!
An easy to read contemporary romance.
Poor Navy, our main gal, has spent eight years trying to get over Dallas and then he's suddenly back in her life, opening old wounds and reminding her that she's never stopped loving him!
Dallas, our main man, would have to be the sweetest book boyfriend ever! I mean, he cooks her breakfast and gets her cups of tea. ☕️ He sounds perfect!
(OK, so there are other things he says and does that give him the swoon factor, but breakfast & tea are a pretty big deal to me! 😂)
A story of sacrifices, undying love and second chances with a HEA ending.
Wattlebark and Navy's home reminded me of my Nan's cottage garden and small town. Small towns really are beautiful places to be. I miss that! Maybe one day I'll get back to a place like Wattlebark! 🥰
An easy to read contemporary romance.
Poor Navy, our main gal, has spent eight years trying to get over Dallas and then he's suddenly back in her life, opening old wounds and reminding her that she's never stopped loving him!
Dallas, our main man, would have to be the sweetest book boyfriend ever! I mean, he cooks her breakfast and gets her cups of tea. ☕️ He sounds perfect!
(OK, so there are other things he says and does that give him the swoon factor, but breakfast & tea are a pretty big deal to me! 😂)
A story of sacrifices, undying love and second chances with a HEA ending.
Wattlebark and Navy's home reminded me of my Nan's cottage garden and small town. Small towns really are beautiful places to be. I miss that! Maybe one day I'll get back to a place like Wattlebark! 🥰
January 29, 2025
I rate it 5. The love story was beautiful. The characters were down to earth. And I luv her name! (Navy). It sounds like a person who is strong of heart, not a wishy washy chacter.
I fell in luv with Dallas as soon as I "met" him!
I could imagine the cute town of Wattlebark (I’ve visited a few like it).
The book was a far cry from "Mills & Boon" books, thank god!
There were a few twists which I luv. Was Navy going to choose the wrong man? What really was the reason she left him at the alter? (It kept me reading to find out why).
Melissa has a way with words.
It wasn't dragged out but left enough space to guess the next step.
The "saucy" bits weren't too saucy. Overall, a great read.
Can't wait for the next one.
I fell in luv with Dallas as soon as I "met" him!
I could imagine the cute town of Wattlebark (I’ve visited a few like it).
The book was a far cry from "Mills & Boon" books, thank god!
There were a few twists which I luv. Was Navy going to choose the wrong man? What really was the reason she left him at the alter? (It kept me reading to find out why).
Melissa has a way with words.
It wasn't dragged out but left enough space to guess the next step.
The "saucy" bits weren't too saucy. Overall, a great read.
Can't wait for the next one.
December 7, 2024
This style of book is right up my alley. It was such a delightful and easy-to-read romance! Navy and Dallas are such wholesome characters and I found myself deeply invested in their journey. The tension between them was perfectly paced, keeping me hooked from start to finish.
What truly stood out, though, was the town, Wattlebark. Melissa Jean has beautifully detailed the township, making me feel like I was right there. I’m tempted to pack up and move there myself.
If you’re looking for a heartwarming, escape with the most beautiful, charming man (inside and out) and chemistry that is palatable, I highly recommend reading, Running Back by Melissa Jean.
What truly stood out, though, was the town, Wattlebark. Melissa Jean has beautifully detailed the township, making me feel like I was right there. I’m tempted to pack up and move there myself.
If you’re looking for a heartwarming, escape with the most beautiful, charming man (inside and out) and chemistry that is palatable, I highly recommend reading, Running Back by Melissa Jean.
June 16, 2025
Navy and Dallas’ story is such a beautiful second chance romance. After eight years apart, fate brings them back together at their best friend’s wedding—and it’s instantly clear the love between them never faded. Neither ever truly stopped loving the other, and honestly… can you blame Navy? Dallas is an absolute dreamboat
This story definitely pulled at all my heartstrings. I got teary a few times, but the ending left me full of love and reminded me just how powerful love can be—even after years apart.
This story definitely pulled at all my heartstrings. I got teary a few times, but the ending left me full of love and reminded me just how powerful love can be—even after years apart.
June 27, 2025
This book is light hearted, relaxing, easy to read and all round enjoyable! I loved the characters, the storyline and felt the desperation to keep reading to find out how the story was going to end! A must read!
October 24, 2024
This isn’t my usual kind of read, but I thought the book was great. I found the characters relatable and the plot made me want to keep reading. The author really set the scene of a small cozy town.
May 24, 2025
wow what a fantastic book! I couldn't put it down, she leaves you having on an wanting more after every page. Hands down my favourite book. highly recommend reading ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
June 11, 2025
Couldn't put this book down. Such an easy and enjoyable book to read!
June 25, 2025
Such an enjoyable read!! I love a good love story. I read it so quickly because I couldn’t put it down.
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