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Imperfect Love #1-4

Imperfect Love Series: The Complete Collection

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From USA Today Bestselling Author Nikki Ash comes FIVE swoon-worthy love stories.

The Imperfect Love Series Complete Collection includes four full-length stand-alone novels PLUS a never before published bonus story!

The Pickup (secret pregnancy): The woman Nick’s falling in love with believes in fairytales. She compares everything to a storybook and wants the happily-ever-after. Now it’s up to him to show Olivia it’s time they write their own story.

Going Deep (enemies to lovers): For the past decade, football has been the only thing Killian’s allowed himself to commit to. That is until a beautiful, blue-eyed temptress steps into his limo to escort him to a charity function. Giselle is everything he wants in a woman. There’s just one problem. She’s not his for the taking. But that’s not going to stop him from trying to win her heart.

On the Surface (single dad, second chance romance): For ten years, Camilla managed to hide behind the image of perfection. Only letting people see what’s on the surface. Until she ran into Jase. Now, every raw emotion, every shattered piece of her heart that she buried long ago is exposed, and no matter how hard she tries, she can’t keep the walls from crumbling.

Through His Eyes (single mom, age gap romance): The moment Lachlan saw her walk through the door of Forbidden Ink, he knew Quinn was the one. With her wide hips, thick thighs, and perfect breasts, she’s every man’s wet dream. Add to that, her dark, soulful eyes, pouty lips, and a body covered in gorgeous art, and he knew he needed to make her his.

*BONUS STORY* Finding Our Tomorrow (age gap romance): Jax wasn’t looking for love. He was busy running his tattoo shop. But then one day he was invited out by Willow—the younger tattoo artist who works for him—and the chemistry between them was undeniable.

790 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 2, 2021

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Nikki Ash

75 books4,257 followers
Nikki Ash resides in South Florida where she is an English teacher and mom by day and a writer by night. When she’s not writing, you can find her with a book in her hand. From the Boxcar Children to Wuthering Heights to the latest Single Parent Romance, she has lived and breathed every type of book.

Reading is like breathing in, writing is like breathing out. - Pam Allyn

While reading and writing are her passions, her two children are her entire world. You can probably find them at a Disney park before you would find them at home on the weekends!

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Profile Image for Tricia Bartley.  #AuthorStalker.
1,299 reviews104 followers
October 14, 2019
OMG Nikki..I am so glad you wrote this story..I did love Jax and Willow!! Of course I fell even more in love with them after reading this little novella!

Thank you for writing!!
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August 24, 2025
I am so excited to share that for the first time ever, you can grab the Imperfect Love Series Complete Collection! This box set includes four full-length stand-alone novels PLUS a never before published bonus story! That’s FIVE stories in one box set.

Grab this complete collection while it’s on sale for only 4.99! (Price will increase after release week) And as always, you can find it on Kindle Unlimited->
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What you can expect in the Imperfect Love series:

🏈 Sexy football players
🖤 Hot tattoo artists
💜 Secret babies
💙 Single parents
💚 Second chance romances

The Pickup (secret pregnancy): The woman Nick’s falling in love with believes in fairytales. She compares everything to a storybook and wants the happily-ever-after. Now it’s up to him to show Olivia it’s time they write their own story.

Going Deep (enemies to lovers): For the past decade, football has been the only thing Killian’s allowed himself to commit to. That is until a beautiful, blue-eyed temptress steps into his limo to escort him to a charity function. Giselle is everything he wants in a woman. There’s just one problem. She’s not his for the taking. But that’s not going to stop him from trying to win her heart.

On the Surface (single dad, second chance romance): For ten years, Camilla managed to hide behind the image of perfection. Only letting people see what’s on the surface. Until she ran into Jase. Now, every raw emotion, every shattered piece of her heart that she buried long ago is exposed, and no matter how hard she tries, she can’t keep the walls from crumbling.

Through His Eyes (single mom, age gap romance): The moment Lachlan saw her walk through the door of Forbidden Ink, he knew Quinn was the one. With her wide hips, thick thighs, and perfect breasts, she’s every man’s wet dream. Add to that, her dark, soulful eyes, pouty lips, and a body covered in gorgeous art, and he knew he needed to make her his.

*BONUS STORY* Finding Our Tomorrow (age gap romance): Jax wasn’t looking for love. He was busy running his tattoo shop. But then one day he was invited out by Willow—the younger tattoo artist who works for him—and the chemistry between them was undeniable.

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901 reviews48 followers
September 2, 2021
This is one of my favorite series! This collection will grab your heart and take you on a few emotional rollercoaster rides that will have you on the edge your seat, gripping the handle, holding your breath, waiting to see what happens.

The Pickup - I could not put this one down. Nick and Olivia pulled me into their story that's filled with emotional moments and times where you cannot help but swoon over Nick. Nick has been brought up a certain way and use to just pleasing his parents without thought. He also is trying to make a name for himself in football again. Olivia has dealt with loss and finding herself again. These two meet and the chemistry is off the charts, then go their separate ways. Now what happens after these two run into each other again. Nick and Olivia are given a second chance, now it's up to Nick and Olivia to figure out what they want. These two have their own ideas of what love is and how they have experienced it, Nick and Olivia both learn from each other and open their minds to the possibility of a love you read in fairytales. I definitely suggest reading this story that will pull you in and make you feel as if your there with the characters experiencing every moment.

Going Deep - Wow, Nikki has done it again. I fell in love with Killian and Giselle. Giselle is a stubborn, strong, independent woman who has experienced some tough times and wants to do it herself. Killian is a good looking, charming when he wants to be, football star. These two constantly go back and forth with each other based on judgement. Once the walls come down and these two start to understand one another, you can't help but get sucked into this rollercoaster or emotions. Killian and Giselle take you for one insane ride, but it is totally worth the journey. I could not put this book down, it's an amazing read!

On the Surface - An amazing story that you should read! Celeste has had her feelings on lockdown since she left her hometown. She has made her dreams come true, but starting to realize that she wants what her friends have, someone to lean on, love, and enjoy life with. Jase comes back into her life and she tries to ignore it at first. Jase has had some life changing moments as well, but could never forget Celeste. Celeste and Jase start to get to know each other again past what's on the surface, but can they move on from the past they both can't forget. Celeste and Jase have that instant chemistry that melts the room when you enter, they take you for one wild ride, but to see what happens you have to read this book! You won't be disappointed, Jase and Celeste will suck you right in and won't be able to put this book down.

Through His Eyes - Wow, I mean Nikki Ash does it every time, writes an amazing story with characters that you connect with and can't help but fall for the guy. This was a beautifully written story filled with a character who doesn't see herself as enough and doesn't know how to handle someone telling her see is. Quinn has been through a lot, we got little peaks into her life, but now we get the whole story and oh my, this story puts you in Quinn's corner rooting for her. Quinn meets Lachlan at her brothers Ink shop and the minute they meet you feel that moment where the connection is ignited and will continue to burn throughout this story until it is too intense. Lachlan knows who is is and tells Quinn the most beautiful truths, but Quinn has a hard time seeing that through his eyes. Quinn and Lachlan take you on an emotional journey that pulls at the heart and makes you root for this two to figure things out. Read this book, you will fall in love with Quinn and Lachlan the moment they meet!

Finding Our Tomorrow - We finally get Jax's story. We are taken on the most emotionally, sweet, make your swoon over Jax, adventure. Jax and Willow's story will melt your heart and leave you with hope. Don't miss out on this short story. It's worth it!
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14k reviews162 followers
September 2, 2021
This massive collection packs a powerful punch of feels, swoon and intense emotion. This box set gets you four full-length romances and an a brand new novella. One of my favorite things about this collection is that it has some variety to it. If you are anything like me, sometimes a collection, box set or even an anthology can lead you to getting bored or feeling burned-out because it seems like you're reading the same thing over and over. I'm thrilled to say that is not the case here because many different tropes are featured. I found it an absolutely delightful way to get my read on. I am posting a impartial, independent review.
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1,111 reviews36 followers
September 10, 2019
So good even if it was a short story! Gah i loved getting the story of jax and willow!
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515 reviews13 followers
January 29, 2020
Finding Our Tomorrow was perfect for Jax and Willow’s story! This short story is a must read if you have read On the Surface or Going Deep!
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874 reviews25 followers
September 23, 2021
After reading each individual book in this series I’m so happy this boxset is available for others to get with just one click! Absolutely love this series!
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460 reviews16 followers
April 2, 2023
Book series are an iffy thing for me... a lot of the time I read the first book fall in love, pick up the second book and get half way through it and I'm bored. Then there's time I can get through the second but don't make it through the third. It just kind of falls flat. Or I say I'm gonna read something in between so that I'll want to come back and finish, but then never do. But then there's times like now, that in a day and a half I have read the first 3 books and I'm scrambling to download the 4th to read! Then again I dont think I have read a book by @authornikkiash that I haven't fallen in love with, so there's also that! I absolutely loved "The Pickup". Nick & Olivia's story was amazing. But I have to say books 2 and 3 are what did it for me! Killian & Giselle's story "Going Deep" and Jase & Celeste's story "On the Surface" were both out of this world. The character development from beginning to end even with their stories running through the previous books were out of this world! It's not often that you find books that you can feel in your bones! I absolutely recommend the IMPERFECT LOVE SERIES!!! Quinn's story is just as good! This series is 👨‍🍳💋


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118 reviews1 follower
November 28, 2022
Started 4/25/22 Finished 4/26/22
Jax & Willow
Novella
4.5 / 5 Stars
The last piece of the puzzle for this series - short and sweet!
Jax and Willow have worked together for the last 2 years. One night she invites him to go out with her. At the club they almost hookup in the bathroom. He wants to take her home but she says no. He follows her home to make sure she makes it there safe after she refuses to share a cab. Come to find out - she’s homeless. Has been for a year thanks to her worthless ex-boyfriend who kicked her out after she pushed him away. She found out that she had cancer and needed to have a hysterectomy. No kids or marriage were in her future.
Jax takes her home that night and she never leaves. They love for today for 10 years until she finally agrees to live for tomorrow with him and get married❤️❤️
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Profile Image for Abby Phillips.
371 reviews
October 15, 2023
a sweet little novella to end it all.

I didn’t expect this whole series to peak my interest based on the first book but man did it not disappoint. I love how the author intertwined everyone’s stories throughout the series even if you could read them kind of like standalones. All these men are such brunch daddies but I think my fav was Quinn and Lachlan. I love good strong FMC and watching her transformation was nice.

8/10 recommend this series.
560 reviews
March 5, 2024
Omg heart melt.. love it

I forgot it's short. I wanted more. I've been waiting for Jax. I loved how he's always there for his siblings. Adopting Quinn and together with his siblings have a life. He's the perfect man for Willow. After their story I wanted to see more of their tomorrow. Really loved the whole series. Enjoyed it all. Sucks it's the end but still loved the ride.
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207 reviews
June 4, 2025
thoroughly enjoyed this series!

I’m a Nikki Ash fan anyway so no surprises here. I think she captures family and all the intricacies and complications that come with all the personalities that entails. I love the generational changes as time floats along with glimpses of where various kids end up and the additional babies that make an appearance as family units are built then grown. Loved!
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27 reviews
January 14, 2025
5/5⭐️ to Jax's and Willow's novella.
4/5⭐️ for the whole series.

I love the fact that these books aren't too long and aren't too short. Just the perfect amount of pages. I didn't get bored, and I really did enjoyed reading.

I recommend if you're looking for fun, quick, cozy reads.

(My fave was the third book. Damn Jace the man you're🥰.)
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717 reviews24 followers
August 6, 2022
Amazing series!

I absolutely loved every book in this series! I seriously could not get enough of every one of these characters.
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767 reviews17 followers
February 4, 2023
loved them all

I loved all the stories but Quin is my favourite.
Each book had the right amount of drama and angst, I love Nikki’s writing style.
338 reviews2 followers
March 31, 2023
book 5

I got this book set for I can read book 5 and I have to say they are my favorite couple! I loved this short read on how everything went down between them.
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15 reviews
December 1, 2023
All 5 stories are good, I like how they are different in each of their own ways but also intertwine. There are a few cringe spots but I looked past in since the stories were pretty good.
7 reviews
January 13, 2024
Loved loved loved specifically book 2 and also 3!!! Killian might be one of my favorite book-men ever! And who doesn’t love a single dad with a lot of tattoos😉
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1,319 reviews36 followers
December 2, 2023
So Many Awwww’s

I read each one of these stories individually and picked up the box set to read Jax and Willow’s story. They are a fun couple ❤️❤️

I honestly think my fave couple though is Killian and Gisselle they had to overcome a lot of personal feelings to find their happiness together and they worked well.

Jase and Celeste total opposites in personality but that works out very well for them.

Lachlan is so swoony and sweet! He helped Quinn pick up her broken pieces and put them back together in a way that fit her better and helped her process her new normal with him so beautifully 🥰🥰
Profile Image for Layne.
137 reviews
June 2, 2022
Good…yet…hmm

I started this whole thing off by first. Reading about Quinn and her story from an advertisement on instagram. Thinking it was a stand alone, which technically I suppose it was. But getting glimpses of her brothers made me want stories for them. So when I went into my KU, to look up the author and finding that it was part of a series, I was excited. So I checked out the series set and started from book one. All of the stories were SO good and I LOVED the characters. I was super excited to finally get to Jax’s story, but his, in comparison to the others, felt more like an afterthought. I couldn’t understand why everyone got over 20 chapters and he only got 12. It made no sense. It felt rushed to me. The author even prefaced the story, saying it was for everyone that wanted Jax’s story. Well….why wouldn’t we? I would think that would be a given. In my opinion, Quinn’s story should have been last and equal attention should have been given to Jax. I feel like I have a puzzle with a bunch of pieces missing. I was left a bit disappointed. Still a good read, I just wish there was more….more. It’s like the author got tired and was like “Meh, this’ll do.” I mean, ya can’t take a 500 mile drive, then take a nap 2 minutes from your destination, lol.
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1,564 reviews
September 6, 2021
4.5 Stars!

This family stuck together through thick and thin - it was AMAZING to see Jax and Willow get their happy ending!

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4.5 Perfectly Imperfect Stars!

The Pickup is full of little surprises which made it all the better. The relationships between the main characters, Nick & Olivia and their friends, Celeste, Killian & Giselle was amazing and I enjoyed the interaction between them. Especially when Olivia and Celeste first met and Olivia told her how their friendship was going to unfold in true fairy-tale fashion. Nick's parents had me screaming throughout this book, their relationship with their son made me sad and was disheartening. With that being said this story would not have been the same without them. I love how Nick strives to give Olivia the fairy-tale on their terms!

Going Deep gave me Giselle & Killian's story. There was so much animosity between these two, that I knew it would explosive chemistry once they got together. They are each beautifully broken in their own way and fit together perfectly. "Be broken and lonely with me" provoked emotion in me each time those words passed my screen. I liked the fact that Killian took charge and didn't give in, that he supported Giselle through her journey and that he was always surprising her (good & bad). I loved the Alice's Adventures in Wonderland theme throughout.

On The Surface brings Celeste's story . It was one I wanted since The Pickup, then when Jase entered the scene in the second book I knew it was going to be quite the story, further building my anticipation ~ Nikki did not let me down! I love it when a book continues to fill you in on previous characters lives, the interaction makes you feel the complete story, so seeing the rest of the gang only made this one better. The chemistry between Celeste & Jase was off the chain and well-written (a bit steamy too). I loved the growth we seen in Celeste over the series and this one was a touchdown with Sky & her Mom....

On The Surface has a way of drawing you in, keeping you interested and pulling at your heartstrings while delivering a story that you just FEEL. Her characters are real, you can relate to them. Her plots aren't forced, they just flow. I think of all her characters so far, I felt connected to Quinn the most. She was strong, yet weak. Confident, yet insecure. As a single mom with the support of her brothers (Love them), she rocked. Lachlan brought out the best in her, I loved his persistence and patience, the way he was with Mini-Q , but especially the way he made Quinn feel she was ENOUGH.

Finding Our Tomorrow rounded out this series. This family stuck together through thick and thin - it was AMAZING to see Jax and Willow get their happy ending!

What a GREAT opportunity to read 5 truly AMAZING stories, together in one place!
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1,641 reviews
September 2, 2021
The Pickup
I really enjoyed Nick & Olivia’s story! I loved their chemistry!
Nick & Olivia’s adventure was filled with a couple twists & turns! It wasn’t an easy journey, but it was worth it.
I can’t wait for the rest of this series!

Going Deep
It took me a while to get into Giselle & Killian’s book. I’m glad I kept going because there were some twists and turns that I didn’t see coming. I loved that Killian & Giselle were ‘broken and lonely’ together. Both of them were flawed, but were exactly what each other needed in their lives.
I hope Celeste’s book is next!

On The Surface
Hands down my favorite Nikki Ash book to date! I devoured every word and couldn’t stop reading.
Celeste & Jase’s journey was not an easy one, but worth it. More than once while reading, I teared up. I loved that Celeste got to tell her story! I wasn’t a fan of hers in the beginning of the series, but she won me over and now is my favorite character of Nikki Ash’s. And oh Jase was everything I could want in a book boyfriend! Jase was sweet, hardworking, and a great father. Jase & Celeste had amazing chemistry! I loved Jade & Celeste together!
I really hope Quinn’s story is next!

Through His Eyes
Words can’t describe how much I loved and adored Lachlan & Quinn’s story! Definitely one of my top reads of 2019! I was consumed from the first page to the last! I highly recommend!
I had no idea when I started Lachlan & Quinn’s journey that I would fall hopeless in love with these characters & their story. Lachlan is the book boyfriend that I couldn’t help but swoon over. Quinn has been through a lot & being a single mom was hesitant to start a relationship. I loved watching Lachlan & Quinn find their way to happiness.
I loved every page & I can’t wait for more by Nikki Ash. And I really hope Declan’s story is next!
I voluntarily reviewed this book.

I read The Pickup, Going Deep, On The Surface, and Through His Eyes when they first came out. So my reviews are my original reviews when I first read them. I have to say recently I re-read On The Surface & Through His Eyes and I remembered why these stories are still my favorite stories by Nikki Ash. A great collection of stories that keep any reader captivated. I know I was beyond captivated while reading. Finding Our Tomorrow is a great add to this series!
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815 reviews47 followers
September 3, 2021
The Pickup: This book is an incredibly well told tale about love over coming obstacles. So many well written characters. Characters you can't help but fall in love with, as well as characters you love to hate. I absolutely loved how loving, supportive, and protective every member of Olivia's family (including her step-mom) and her friends were. I loved the way Nick went above and beyond to give Olivia what she wanted, and deserved. Their story is so incredibly sweet.

Going Deep: This book is an amazing frenemies to lovers romance. Having read the Pick up before this I was excited to read Killian and Giselle's story. It was also nice to get a little bit more of Olivia and Nick's story. Each of the characters in this book are well developed and layered. I loved digging into each of them and finding out what made them the way they are. Such an amazing book.

On The Surface: This is an amazing second chance romance. I love Jase and Celeste's story. Following along as Celeste learns to open her heart to love in an amazing journey.

Through His Eyes: This book is absolutely amazing. The characters are so relatable. I quickly found myself comparing myself to Quinn. I could see so many similar qualities between us. Kinsley is that absolute sweetest, cutest 6 year old.

Then we come to Lachlan. Every woman needs and deserves a Lachlan in their life. The way he takes his time to prove to Quinn how beautiful she truly is and how much he cares for her. He is the absolute sweetest man.

This is an absolute must read for all women.
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2,950 reviews12 followers
September 2, 2021
Such a great series!

The Pickup : I loved it! I could not put it down. I loved Nick, he was swoony and sexy. Olivia was sweet. I loved loved Nick and Liv together. They were so perfect for each other.

Going Deep : The second book in the series and it's Killian and Giselle's book! I loved it alot. It was emotional and beautiful. I could not put it down. I so loved Killian, he was swoony and sexy. Giselle was pretty awesome as well. Killian and Giselle had amazing chemistry and scorching sexy scenes! Loved this alot!

On the Surface : On The Surface is book three in the series. I loved it! I loved loved Jase, he was so swoony. I loved Celeste. Jase and Celeste had amazing chemistry and were just scorching together! Skyla was adorable. Definitely a must read!

Through his Eyes : another great read.
loved it!! I loved loved Lachlan, he was just swoony and the perfect man. I loved Quinn, she was sweet, sassy and strong. Lachlan and Quinn had amazing and scorching chemistry. They were perfect together. Kinsley was so adorable!

Finding Our Tomorrow : Jax and Willow's story was a short but sweet bonus read! Just like all of the previous couples, Jax and Willow were perfect for each other. I loved how much Jax loved her!
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95 reviews
September 8, 2021
FINALLY!!!! LOVE THESE BOOKS!!!

You won’t be able to but down the Imperfect Love Collection.
The anthology has a little bit of everything.
If you are into single parent books it got that.
If you are into hot tattooed men and woman it definitely has that.
If you want age gap or hot Irish men with killer accents you will find that too.
Plus it has sports which I can honestly say I knew nothing about but I learned some from these books. (Plus those men are gorgeous )
Oh don’t forget the enemies to lovers that one is my favorite.
The authors writing makes you feel as though you know each of the characters and that they are real.
Each book has its own theme and can be read individually but now you have them all in one fabulous, beautiful, little, package.
The stories and characters do interact and intwine between each other.
I have read each of these books several times and now I have it all together on my kindle and I ordered it as a signed copy. If that doesn’t convince you I don’t know what will.
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1,746 reviews18 followers
September 2, 2021
I am not a re-reader, I’m a once and done kindof girl, but when I got this complete box set I got hooked right away and found myself getting lost again in Nikki Ash’s words and her world she created that is filled with beautifully broken characters who were made to love and love deeply.

This set has all five books in her Imperfect Love series, and with each story having its own couple the characters are all there throughout.

There is so much that can be said about these books, but if you are familiar with Nikki’s writing style then you know what I want to say, and if you haven’t read anything by Nikki Ash this is the perfect place to start your love affair with her words.

If you enjoy smart writing, emotional stories with lots of steam then you simply have to grab this series while you can!!
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