The Pond House

by Steph West

From award-winning author and former Gannett/USA Today and Fox Sports Ohio journalist Steph West comes her third and final novelette in the Double Digits Pocket Romance Series, The Pond House. This short, sweet pocket romance, considered a two-hour or less read, is perfect for the beach or travel!

In the third book of this unique and delightfully engaging pocket romance series (literally, it fits in your pocket!), Josh and Scout face very important decisions about their careers and the possibility of having a family, Lucas and Jaime are up to their usual tricks, and the grandparents are hoping for a bigger family. How will it all unfold in the conclusion of this sweet romance series?

This is the final book, Book 3, of the Double Digits Pocket Romance Series that follows Scout and Josh's love story. Book 1 is Double Digits and Book 2 is California Love.

231 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 20, 2025

About the author

Award-winning author and former Gannett/USA Today and Fox Sports Ohio journalist Steph West creates genre-bending stories from action-adventure and fantasy to sports and romance. The through-line in all her creations is a dedication to featuring three-dimensional characters of all shapes, sizes, and professions. West strives to inspire and empower others through her stories AND the creation process of those stories. She has a long history of award-winning storytelling including two Silver Telly awards and an Emmy (regional) nomination. She began her career in traditional print media before transitioning to digital and video mediums, and landing in film and publishing. She holds an MFA in Creative Writing and will graduate from law school in 2027.

Reviews

[Brenda Maximenko · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such a cute little story. Love romance reads!