I came to Hallow’s End to start over. Falling in love wasn’t part of the plan.
Tucked away in a quiet cottage with a paintbrush in my hand, I can finally breathe. No boardrooms, no expectations–just a cozy, charming small town where I can be myself. It’s the perfect place for a fresh start.
Then, I meet Ethan. A steady, kind-hearted teacher who starts to feel like home. Watching him care for his little sister, I begin to feel like maybe I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be.
But when my toxic ex resurfaces, determined to pull me back into the life I left behind, I have to make a choice. Will I return to my old life…or am I brave enough to choose myself and the future I can see for myself?
Perfect for fans of Pumpkin Spice Caf'', Virgin River, and Practical Magic.
Between Then and Now is a small-town, slow-burn romance with all the heart-melting moments and swoon-worthy tension you crave—plus a green flag hero who knows exactly how to make a girl want to stay. HEA guaranteed! Single POV, first person narrative.
Tropes:
Tucked away in a quiet cottage with a paintbrush in my hand, I can finally breathe. No boardrooms, no expectations–just a cozy, charming small town where I can be myself. It’s the perfect place for a fresh start.
Then, I meet Ethan. A steady, kind-hearted teacher who starts to feel like home. Watching him care for his little sister, I begin to feel like maybe I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be.
But when my toxic ex resurfaces, determined to pull me back into the life I left behind, I have to make a choice. Will I return to my old life…or am I brave enough to choose myself and the future I can see for myself?
Perfect for fans of Pumpkin Spice Caf'', Virgin River, and Practical Magic.
Between Then and Now is a small-town, slow-burn romance with all the heart-melting moments and swoon-worthy tension you crave—plus a green flag hero who knows exactly how to make a girl want to stay. HEA guaranteed! Single POV, first person narrative.
Tropes:
- Cozy fall romance
Small town
Slow burn
Golden retriever MMC
Witchy best friend
Found family
He falls first
Artist FMC x Teacher MMC
Healing from toxic relationship
Friends to lovers
City girl moves to small town
Ex-boyfriend drama
Close-knit community (Gilmore Girls vibes)
Supportive friend group
Breaking free from family expectations
His little sister immediately adopts her
Healing through art
mother-daughter reconciliation
Genre: Romance
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