Long Simmering Spring

Spring comes to Star Harbor, bringing unexpected passion for a sexy sheriff, as the next Grayson brother finds love with the town’s beautiful doctor.
 
Julie Kensington grew up in the same small town as the Grayson brothers and remembers when the boys were nothing but trouble. As teenagers, Cole’s rugged sex appeal set Julie’s heart ablaze, but she did her best to ignore it. Now a grown woman with a medical degree, Julie still can’t resist her searing attraction to the roughest, toughest Grayson. He’s ex-military, tormented, and sexier than ever, but are his wounds too deep to be healed by her loving, gentle touch?
 
Even back in high school, straight-arrow Julie had a way of making Cole think twice about his bad-boy lifestyle. When Julie decides she’s finally ready to embrace her wild side, Cole knows he is just the man to show her the way, unleashing years of pent-up desire. Neither of them counted on falling in love, but when Cole’s demons threaten to derail their relationship, it’s up to Julie to show him that together, they can overcome the past . . . and build a future.

Praise for Long Simmering Spring
 
“The Star Harbor series just keeps getting better and better! Long Simmering Spring delivers on all counts for heat, heart, and humor!”—New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Probst
 
“I love the author’s writing style; from the first page you know that this is going to be a page turner.”—Forever Book Lover
 
“The story and characters are good as well as the pacing. I highly recommend this book to fans of the Star Harbor series. You will not be disappointed. I swear I literally could not put this read down and read it in one sitting. I was that hooked on it and I’m sure you will be too!”—Kawehi’s Book Blog
 
“Star Harbor makes me want to emigrate! The Grayson brothers series keeps getting better.”—I Love Romantic Fiction
 
“Barrett does another great telling of the story of a Grayson brother of Star Harbor.”—Bodice Rippers, Femme Fatales and Fantasy
 
“The small town feel is prominent and the romance is steady and strong, creating a bond that is both uplifting and inspiring.”—Under the Covers
 
“I really enjoyed reading Long Simmering Spring. Cole’s initial wooing of Julie is tender and heartfelt. Hot romantic encounters, a damaged but genuine hero, appearances from characters we’ve come to love in the previous Star Harbor books and a suspense filled mystery, this story had it all. I’m definitely a fan of Elisabeth Barrett’s Star Harbor series and am looking forward to reading more about this fabulous oceanside town.”—Tome Tender
 
Includes a special message from the editor, as well as excerpts from these Loveswept titles: Deep Autumn Heat, Blaze of Winter, and Along Came Trouble.