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The Face
Gianni Nicolino or Johnny from Jersey, aka Gianni Nico, aka Lukas Froneski, also known as THE FACE, never needed anyone; he took care of himself all his life, from running with street gangs in Newark, New Jersey, to the runways of New York, Paris, and Milan then with a clandestine group of “fixers” run by the U.S. government in Europe. He took on whatever personality suited him. At age forty-seven, he doesn’t know who he really is or where he belongs.
That is until he finds a true home, learns to surf, is adopted by a dog and a cat couple, and falls head over heels in love with an over-scheduled, single mom.
Heather has too much on her many plates, and they’re all spinning. With Tween Twin girls, a full-time job, aging parents, PTA, philanthropic commitments, and, oh yeah, GET DAD’S MONEY. She doesn’t sleep enough; her roots are showing, and the girls don’t go to the right dance studio, to the chagrin of the local townies. Her family name has been dragged through the mud, and she will restore their standing in the high society of Laguna Beach if it’s the last thing she does. But going to an alleged gangster for help may not have been the right move. And she can’t seem to get a certain “tall-dark-and-handsome” neighbor out of her already jam-packed mind.
“The Face” is the fourth book in the “Tennent Surf” World. An Over 40/GenX Romance with several open-door love scenes, Gen X pop culture references, and finding the romance in getting older. This book comes after “The Perpetual”, “The Dasher” and “The Hubble.”
That is until he finds a true home, learns to surf, is adopted by a dog and a cat couple, and falls head over heels in love with an over-scheduled, single mom.
Heather has too much on her many plates, and they’re all spinning. With Tween Twin girls, a full-time job, aging parents, PTA, philanthropic commitments, and, oh yeah, GET DAD’S MONEY. She doesn’t sleep enough; her roots are showing, and the girls don’t go to the right dance studio, to the chagrin of the local townies. Her family name has been dragged through the mud, and she will restore their standing in the high society of Laguna Beach if it’s the last thing she does. But going to an alleged gangster for help may not have been the right move. And she can’t seem to get a certain “tall-dark-and-handsome” neighbor out of her already jam-packed mind.
“The Face” is the fourth book in the “Tennent Surf” World. An Over 40/GenX Romance with several open-door love scenes, Gen X pop culture references, and finding the romance in getting older. This book comes after “The Perpetual”, “The Dasher” and “The Hubble.”
177 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 14, 2025
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About the author
Cindy Kehagiaras
13 books60 followersMy writing journey began after my 50th birthday, and the pandemic lockdown provided the opportunity to write. Some of my stories have haunted my dreams for decades. When the characters shouted day and night, I knew I had to write about them.
My previous lives have been in advertising, fashion, and a small business owner. I've made it my life’s ambition to push through challenges of a dyslexia diagnosis to consume novels, poetry, articles, and tell fun, swoony, romantic stories.
A proud GenX woman and native Californian, I live in Hermosa Beach, CA, with my husband aka "The Greek", two beautiful kids, and two spunky-rescue kitties.
My previous lives have been in advertising, fashion, and a small business owner. I've made it my life’s ambition to push through challenges of a dyslexia diagnosis to consume novels, poetry, articles, and tell fun, swoony, romantic stories.
A proud GenX woman and native Californian, I live in Hermosa Beach, CA, with my husband aka "The Greek", two beautiful kids, and two spunky-rescue kitties.
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February 14, 2025
This had me at single mom romance and over 40 romance, but I wasn't prepared for how much fun this read was. I loved the old time mafia ties that put another spin on this book. Heather and her girls were awesome then add in Gianni their new neighbor. I loved how each girl had such a different personality. They were so much fun and I loved when they interacted with Gianni. Heather and Gianni are trying to find their path. Heather takes on so much for so many then Gianni is searching for his true self. I felt a few times is got a bit wordy, but this was an enjoyable read. One of my favorite parts was Gianni becoming a pet dad and rocking it. I'm glad I gave this a read because I would have missed out on a good book!
February 16, 2025
A single mom romance + sexy silver fox? Yes, please! https://amzn.to/4jTyq4R
March 3, 2025
I received this book as a Goodreads giveaway. It was a fun story with sweet and interesting characters.
January 18, 2025
I absolutely adore Gianni and Heather! I love the sparks that fly whenever they are in the same room, the love he has for her children, and the fun they always have when they are together. Gianni gets nervous when he hasn’t seen Heather in a while and he counts down the minutes until he will see his “Bella Ragazza” again. Gianni has had heart eyes for Heather from the moment he first saw her and when he bumped into her again he knew that fate had stepped in to make him the happiest man in the world.
All of Cindy Kehagiaras’s heroes are charming, handsome, thoughtful and mysterious. I must say that after reading “The Face” quite a few times, Gianni has found a permanent place in my heart. Besides having “movie-star” good looks and a chiseled jawline, his Italian upbringing had given him a nurturing, loving and caring personality. His Uncle Sam was like a father to him and he quickly became very protective over Heather’s twins, Lexi and Zoe. The three of them were the loves of his life, and he hoped they would always be together. Heather was a “goddess” in Gianni’s eyes and he thanked God daily that she had come into his life
I think the reason I have turned to this book so many times is that the storyline and characters just make me happy. It is like spending time with my best friends and watching them fall in love all over again. The beautiful beach setting lent an air of romance that couldn’t be found anywhere else. I swooned when Gianni spoke to Heather in Italian and cheered when she would sneak away to his house to surprise him. The depth of their love was beautiful to see and would stay in their hearts forever.
All of Cindy Kehagiaras’s heroes are charming, handsome, thoughtful and mysterious. I must say that after reading “The Face” quite a few times, Gianni has found a permanent place in my heart. Besides having “movie-star” good looks and a chiseled jawline, his Italian upbringing had given him a nurturing, loving and caring personality. His Uncle Sam was like a father to him and he quickly became very protective over Heather’s twins, Lexi and Zoe. The three of them were the loves of his life, and he hoped they would always be together. Heather was a “goddess” in Gianni’s eyes and he thanked God daily that she had come into his life
I think the reason I have turned to this book so many times is that the storyline and characters just make me happy. It is like spending time with my best friends and watching them fall in love all over again. The beautiful beach setting lent an air of romance that couldn’t be found anywhere else. I swooned when Gianni spoke to Heather in Italian and cheered when she would sneak away to his house to surprise him. The depth of their love was beautiful to see and would stay in their hearts forever.
December 21, 2025
An overscheduled single mom is so relatable, but add a friend-with-benefits scenario with her hot new neighbor, and things get very interesting very quickly, especially since Gianni is a mystery wrapped in a gorgeous package.
In his 47 years, Gianni has been many people, but when he finds his dream home, friends, and a new family to love, he finally figures out who he truly is and where he belongs.
Sexy, cute swoon with adorable pets and quirky tween twins to lighten up anyone's reading.
In his 47 years, Gianni has been many people, but when he finds his dream home, friends, and a new family to love, he finally figures out who he truly is and where he belongs.
Sexy, cute swoon with adorable pets and quirky tween twins to lighten up anyone's reading.
December 29, 2025
loved it !! love this series !! love, love, love Gianni and Heather... Lexi and Zoe... this is their story... a fun fast paced rom/com drama... it was love at first sight for Gianni... he's lost and wants to find himself.... he learns to surf.. he is the Face... he's gorgeous.. and now, he lives next door to Heather and her girls... and Heather well... her plate is over full.. and it's spilling over... and the girls... tweens.. twins... yeah !!! this is so good !!!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 23, 2025
When your existing life comes to an end due to the type of work you do, what do you do, and who do you become?
When you make that decision, you encounter a woman who will change your life. But is she willing to accept you, change her life, and be with you?
This is an interesting read. I love the actions of the animals.
When you make that decision, you encounter a woman who will change your life. But is she willing to accept you, change her life, and be with you?
This is an interesting read. I love the actions of the animals.
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