Always: Lassiter Sisters, Book 3

by Joy Avery, Zair Jordan (Narrator)

How does love repair a shattered heart . . .

After her recent divorce, a new relationship is the last thing on Sadona Lassiter's mind. Who needs the complication? Unfortunately, Mount Pleasance, North Carolina's handsome veterinarian is starting to grow on her. A huge complication. She can't deny her attraction to Keith Fremont, but is she ready to risk her heart again?

. . . piece by delicate piece.

Keith's content with his mundane life—all work and no play—until Sadona strolls into his practice with an injured dog. Captivated by the beautiful woman, he's determined to get to know her. And he does. But will he allow a devastating betrayal in his past to keep him from securing a future with the woman he loves?

Audible Audio

Expected publication July 7, 2026

About the author

By day, Joy Avery works as an engagement manager. By night, the North Carolina native travels to imaginary worlds—creating characters whose romantic journeys invariably end happily ever after.

Since she was a young girl growing up in Garner, Joy knew she wanted to write. Stumbling onto romance novels, she discovered her passion for love stories; instantly, she knew these were the type stories she wanted to pen.

Real characters. Real journeys. Real good love is what you’ll find in a Joy Avery romance.

Joy is a member of Romance Writers of America.