The Set Up

by R.J. Groves

Brooke's happy with her life. As a single working parent, she's got no time or energy for relationships, even if her mother keeps insisting. But after her mother volunteers her to help set up for a birthday party, her whole world changes, whether she likes it or not. Lewis is finally content with his life. His wife's death five years ago wrecked him. He'd made her a promise, and he'd accepted he'd be a single parent forever. Work and parenting keep him busy--just the way he likes it. Until his meddling mother, a birthday party, and a coincidental meeting make him very much aware of the loneliness he'd kept suppressed.Neither are looking for anything. Both are lonely. Both have a lot more at stake than they're willing to put on the line. Could it be the risk worth taking?

Kindle Edition

Published September 1, 2021

About the author

Australian author R.J. Groves has been passionate about writing since she could put pen to paper and can usually be found jotting plots and stories down on anything she can get her hands on. Describing herself as a mum, wife, author, and coffee lover, her other passions include music, cooking, books, adventures, and searching for plot bunnies in even the most mundane activities.

Reviews

[M.S. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cuuuuute!

I’m usually not much for the single parent trope, but this double single parent tale was too adorable! I love that each had their own backstories and reasons for eschewing romance that were totally different yet totally relatable. The way they were drawn together after meeting unfolded so naturally, and I loved the few surprises and twists along the way. A very sweet and steamy story. Highly recommend!

[Leanne Lovegrove · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautifully written and sweet second chance romance with wonderful characters