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Introducing the Graffiti Street Bad Boys series from Brynn Hale. Bringing blue-collar bad boys and curvy women together in a hot, quick, & colorful way. 

Cece Rollins

I can’t be falling for a man who stole my car in high school. 

It’s crazy, right? 

Plus, with opening a business, my controlling ex, and taking care of my daughter, I can’t deal with more.

But when it comes to Dane Drake, my heart does the talking and I have to listen. 

Dane “Hemi” Drake 

When the past comes walking into a bar wearing red heels and curves that I’d like to ride on forever, I’m a goner. 

She comes with a past, we all do. I just need to show her that her past isn’t our future.

I’m gonna steal her heart this time.
Hemi: Graffiti Boys 1  is an instalove, happily-ever-after, STEAMY, single mom romance. NO cliffhangers, NO cheating. This is a standalone story part of the GRAFFITI BOYS series.

58 pages, ebook

First published December 12, 2019

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Brynn Hale

210 books165 followers
Brynn Hale is a Midwest girl who can spot--and swoon over--a hard-working guy a mile away. She believes in winks across a crowded room, guys who do the dishes, a blue-collar alpha will always win a heroine's heart, and a martini or craft beer is the perfect accompaniment to her stories. You can visit her at https://www.facebook.com/Brynn-Hale-A...

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2,114 reviews63 followers
July 28, 2020
Ok read BUT

First I will start by saying this book ends at 77%. UGH I hate that for one it's a short book to begin with, well ending at that percent makes it REAL short. Sorry but that is a pet peeve of mine. To new from 77 to 100% isn't reading and considered just stuffing to fill the rest of the pages.

Now about the story it was a very quick sleep together 2nd meeting in her car than they are in love.
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1,716 reviews4 followers
December 16, 2019
Loved this short romance from beginning to end. Hemi and Cece have a bit so great past. But Hemi is hooked right from the start when she walks back into his life. This book is a fast insta romance and you can’t help but fall in love with these two.

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50k reviews132 followers
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April 26, 2020
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1,263 reviews11 followers
December 14, 2019
4 1/2 Stars

Yes, this was a very short read, but I like to rate according to my entertainment level and I really enjoyed this story. Sometimes short and sweet is better than long and drawn out. I must have been in the mood for this sweet couple with a fairytale like theme.

The cute lighthearted blurb for this book was the hook for me. Cece was back in her hometown moving on from a bad ex, and lovingly raising her daughter. I thought her friend Ella was hilarious and just the right person to help Cece get out more. Burned by her past relationship and determined to move on, Cece was not prepared to be hit on by Hemi and was definitely not expecting to like it as much as she did.
I liked the way the author had them both changing their names which hinted at their changed personalities as well. Dane was now Hemi and Celeste was Cece.
Although short, this romance had all the feel goods that I enjoy. Cece was subjected to a selfish, self serving, entitiled husband for seven long years and endured his controlling and demeaning treatment, but she was nobody's victim. I loved the way she stood up for herself when Bruce demanded to see their daughter. It was also great that Hemi was there to witness her strength and stayed to protect Cece if needed. Kudos to the author for packing so much into this short and sexy read!

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362 reviews13 followers
December 14, 2019
Cece just moved back to her hometown with her daughter Skye after a messy divorce when she gets reintroduced to Dane or as he’s going by now Hemi. Hemi stole Cece’s car In high school now he’s making it his mission to steal her heart. I really enjoyed this book. I liked how Hemi was in it for the long haul right from the beginning and her having a kid didn’t bother him at all. I even liked his reason for stealing her car. I can’t wait to read more about her best friend. If you enjoy bad boys who melt for their woman then this is the book for you. I loved his relationship with her daughter. The epilogue was good too. I definitely recommend.

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1,123 reviews59 followers
December 8, 2019
This is my first book by Brynn Hale and it definitely won’t be my last. Hemi is the perfect story of a protective Hero that started bad in the past but has redeemed himself. CeCe is the smart, beautiful, curvy, and brave heroine that I love to read about. Put them together and you have this story that will put a smile on your face and make you take breath over the steam they create.
Brynn has definitely gained another faithful reader with this little gem

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5,947 reviews30 followers
December 23, 2019
Loved the book it was great, the story was well written and the characters are interesting. For such a short story it was full of surprises and I could not get enough. Hemi and Cece both changed their names and the attraction for each other had changed. Cece hated Hemi he stole her car when they were younger. Then Cece got married to an a**hole only to go back to her home town to start over with the help of her friend.
Thank you for allowing me to review your book.

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4,676 reviews9 followers
January 23, 2020
This is my first book by Brynn Hale and it definitely won’t be my last. It is a well-written short insta-love romance with an alpha man and curvy woman. These characters are well-developed for a short story and you fall in love with them. The chemistry is instant with these two and the story flows smoothly and is great sweet story. A Must Read HEA with no cliffhangers.

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1,397 reviews5 followers
September 25, 2020
Hemi (Graffiti Street Bad Boys Book 1)

I'm really enjoying this series the Graffiti Street Bad Boys Book 1 By Brynn Hale . Cece and Hemi were made for each other they are perfect for each other. Cece moved a9oway after high school and got married to her ex-husband after the divorce she moved back home with her daughter . Hemi went to college after higmoth school then opened an Auto Shop to work on motorcycles and cars . I recommend 18 and
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2,349 reviews10 followers
December 14, 2019
I enjoyed Hemi & Ceci coming together finally especially after their past history. This was a great instalove second chances story. Their chemistry was of the charts and the HEA was wonderful. Cant wait to read next book in series with Ceci's best friend Ella.

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19.2k reviews8 followers
December 15, 2019
Book one in the Graffiti Street Bad Boys series a well written short story that kept me turning pages. Dane “Hemi” Drake, Cece Rollins and her daughter Skye's story that was one sick ex. This is a new Author to me and I want to read the next book in this series. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
3,219 reviews26 followers
December 17, 2019
This was a great read by Brynn Hale. It was a very short read but it told a great story. After Cece moved back to town with her daughter after her divorce the last thing she expected was to connect with Hemi. Dane now goes by Hemi and he is not the same guy she knew in high school and he is determined to show her they belong together. Great new series!



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459 reviews10 followers
March 27, 2020
Second chances

This first book in the series and I loved it. CeeCee had first known Hemi when they were in high school. Now that her life has changed and she has moved back home and they meet again will this be there chance at forever. I love the book and the protectiveness that Hemi had for Ceecee
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1,955 reviews3 followers
April 9, 2020
Super cute quick read!

Cece is a divorced single mom that has come home to open a business. She was burned by her controlling ex and she doesn't want a repeat. Hemi sees her and his interest is renewed. He stole her car in high school to get her attention. The ex shows up and it's ugly. Don't worry, Hemi can fix anything! Sweet ending!
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710 reviews18 followers
July 26, 2020
This is a super quick read, fun, sexy and "hold-your-brain-at-the-door" kind of story. If you're not into instalove and relationship moving at super speed, then this is not the book for you. I would categorise this book as a cleanser if you've read something reading heavy and emotional and looking for something fun to read.
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Author 2 books29 followers
November 7, 2022
Hemi is the first book in Brynn Hale’s Graffiti Street Bad Boys series. Ms. Hale penned a simple romance centering on blue collar bad boys and strong, beautiful, and curvy women. This book focuses on Celeste (CeCe) Rollins, a divorcee, with a daughter, Skye. Her ex still makes her life miserable. The bad boy is Dane “Hemi” Drake, part owner of a automotive repair shop. These two knew each other in high school and then went their separate ways until Destiny brings them together. To find out what happens, you must read this book.
This is a quick read. Ms. Hale masterfully uses literary devices such as dialog, descriptive language and a dual POV to move her plot along. As the first book in the series, she takes time to introduce a bunch of integral secondary characters. I enjoyed this second chance romance.
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12.2k reviews75 followers
July 30, 2025
The author has given us a fast-paced story that pulls us into the lives of Hemi/Dane, Cece/Celeste and her daughter, Skye. The story keeps us turning the pages with a shared past, connection, revelations and second chances.

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7,160 reviews33 followers
December 13, 2019
A great fast paced read. The story was enjoyable with great characters that have amazing chemistry. This is a great start to this series and look forward to reading more. A great read on your lunch hour.
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4,590 reviews28 followers
December 14, 2019
This is the first book in the series and the first I have read from this author and I cannot wait to check out more. This was a really good enjoyable little read I liked the plot and thought Hemi and Cece were good together. I will be looking out for the rest of the series.
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4,309 reviews37 followers
December 14, 2019
Was a great read about a single mother and a guy from High school. Insta love with a HEA. A fun and steamy read. Hope other characters will get their own books. Great start of a new series.

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62 reviews
June 2, 2020
This is the first book I've read by this author, and I love, love, loved it!!! It was short, sweet, steamy, everything I love in a book, and omg Hemi-roids! I nearly went myself laughing! Loved it so much I went and brought a heap of other books by the author!
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16.4k reviews218 followers
August 28, 2020

It Grabbed My attention and focus so strong I could not put it down. A word of advice when you get your copy. Grab a snack, a comfy seat, kick back and relax. You will not be moving until you finish this bad boy here. Remarkable job. Thanks for sharing.
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2,604 reviews5 followers
November 3, 2020
Nice Read

This was a short, sweet and a nice read. Hemi may have done wrong in the past but the future looks good for him since Cece has come back in his life. This has the alpha male and a happily ever after. Looking forward to reading more from this author
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796 reviews
January 26, 2021
Quick reads ...

Usually come with certain issues like underdeveloped plots, everything is rushed and insta. This quick read was all that plus a little over the top in descriptions of sex and feelings. No plans read any more of this series.
2,555 reviews14 followers
January 30, 2021
A great book

Loved the story of Hemi and CeCe, what a great couple. Her daughter Skye is a cute little girl. CeCe's ex was something else, jerk. Liked this story a lot. His group of friends sound pretty good too. Thanks for such good entertainment. Written by Cindy :)
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24.3k reviews19 followers
December 16, 2019
I enjoyed Hemi & Cece's story. Good characters. An entertaining book. And a new author for me. I received a free copy of the book. And am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
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2,313 reviews31 followers
December 20, 2019
Cece just moved back to her hometown with her daughter Skye after a messy divorce when she gets reintroduced to Hemi.
4,145 reviews25 followers
January 7, 2020
Great short story, quite hot, about two people who have second chance. I liked the characters, the story is simple with some twists.
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277 reviews
February 15, 2020
Awesome!

It's a quick read but totally written well. The story is great and it was definitely entertaining. I'm glad it's a series so I'm on to the next book!!
1,385 reviews6 followers
March 16, 2020
I’ve really like the last series I read of hers with the virgin mountain men. This one was ok but just didn’t feel as good as those other ones. Cute, fast easy read.
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