Just This Once, Military Small Town Friends to Lovers Romance

Book excerpt: A swoon-worthy romance from USA Today Bestselling Author J.H. Croix! If you like smoking hot romance with alpha men and sassy women, you’ll love this series! This ex-military security guard is legendary for his control. Except when it comes to his best friend’s sister. Aidan McNamara is many a woman’s dream—a tall, dark, smokin’ hot military type who tends to save the day so often it’s annoying. Becca has spent years ignoring the spark that burns every time she sees Aidan. She’s got other priorities. After getting dumped days before her wedding a few years ago, she made a commitment never to fall in love again. Aidan’s been half in love with Becca for years, but as his best friend’s sister, she’s off limits. One scorching hot kiss on a rainy night, and Becca begins to question the limits she set. Maybe just one night will burn the fire between them to ashes. Just this once turns into so much more. Aidan & Becca's story is perfect for readers who love small town romance, military, alpha heroes, smart sassy heroines, friends to lovers, slow burn, emotional romance with a dash of angst, plenty of swoon, and a protective broody hero. *A full-length standalone romance.