Leah Between a series of subpar one-night-stands, my family's toxic behavior, and a new business venture, my stress is at an all time high. One night with local game warden Nick Foster could be just what I need to relieve the tension. Unfortunately, we're part of a new blended friend group. And I don't do strings. Even worse, ever since Nick helped when I had too much to drink, he watches over me like I'm one sip away from a blackout. It's not that serious; I just like to take the edge off. How am I supposed to find release when he keeps scaring off all of my would-be one-night-stands? Nick It's funny how one night can change your life forever. Like the night my best friend met his fiance. The same night I met Leah Van Hoff, who was too wasted to walk thanks to her companion for the night. Her friends are concerned with her increased drinking, so I do what any good friend would do and keep an eye on her when I have the chance. Unfortunately, now she thinks I'm intentionally scaring off potential suitors. I'm not. We're just friends. Even if my growing attraction to her threatens to derail that. She just needs to see she's worth more than a quick lay. A Penny For Your Thoughts is book one in the Bull Creek series. It's a small town, slow burn romance that touches on complex themes. The series features characters from The Fallout Duet in a new set of interconnected standalone romances.