Liam By Leann Ashers Apr 2026

The story begins when Paisley is sixteen and meets Liam, a seventeen-year-old with a "bad boy" reputation. Their relationship is forged in a moment of trauma; Liam saves Paisley from a brutal assault, becoming her protector and best friend. Despite their different backgrounds—Paisley being everything Liam felt he wasn't—he becomes her "everything" and the only person with whom she feels truly safe. The Separation: Military Service

: Liam is a classic "Alpha" male—fiercely protective and willing to kill to keep Paisley safe. Liam by LeAnn Ashers

To prove himself and become a "better man" for Paisley, Liam leaves to join the Navy SEALs. They spend years apart, separated by distance but remaining loyal to one another. During this time, Paisley becomes a nurse, while Liam hones his skills in the military. Uniquely for "second chance" romances, both characters remain celibate and wait only for each other during their years apart. The Reunion: Cartels and MC Life The story begins when Paisley is sixteen and