J. Bengtsson

Jake McKallister might have been a rock star, but he was no ordinary one. Surviving an unspeakable crime as a young teen had shaped him into a guarded workaholic, and he now lived his life trying to forget. If it hadn't been for music and the redemption he found through it, he might not have survived. Career success came easily for him. Personal connections did not. When outspoken, vivacious college student Casey Caldwell was paired with the famously reserved rockstar for a friend's wedding, she was prepared for the worst. What could they possibly have in common? She was a bubbly talker; he was a reclusive loner. His life was filled with music; she couldn't carry a tune. She'd enjoyed a happy childhood; his was a well-publicized nightmare. Yet despite their obvious differences, Jake and Casey found each other, and her light balanced out his darkness. Would their love be strong enough to survive the weight of his tragic past?

A Love Story

Cake

Twenty-two-year-old Kyle McKallister has lived his life in the shadows. Younger brother to one of the world's most elusive and embattled celebrities, Kyle has carved out a comfortable existence touring with his famous brother and living in the lap of luxury with no commitments or plans of his own, only a deep, haunting loyalty to his brother. But his life is about to be shaken up when the opportunity comes to compete on a popular reality show. Small town girl Kenzie Williams has come on the show for one thing only: to win. But when a disastrous start forces her to rely on an eclectic band of misfits, she finds herself immediately smitten with a handsome and mysterious cast mate. But life on the island is just a game. Can Kyle and Kenzie's fragile spark survive the pressures of the real world?

The Theory of Second Best

Enemies to lovers tale with an earth-shaking twist! When his mega-famous boy band AnyDayNow breaks up, international pop star RJ Contreras strikes out on his own. But when his solo career flops, RJ retreats to a no-frills apartment where he can hide out from the world and lick his festering wounds. But when the girl next door starts slipping 'good neighbor' contracts under his door and complaining about his behavior through strategically placed Post-it-Notes, RJ snaps out of his self-absorbed melancholy to wage war. Nothing short of an act of nature could repair the relationship between these two strong-willed enemies. But guess what Fate has in store?

Ripple Effect

Emma, older sister of renowned rock star Jake McKallister, has crafted a quiet existence for herself. Fiercely independent, scorned at work, and indifferent to relationships, she's spent the past decade trying to move on from the crime that shook her family to the core. Living by a promise she made to herself as a distraught sixteen-year-old, Emma has sworn off marriage and children¿ until a chance encounter with a scruffy hitchhiker throws her orderly world into chaos. A wild child raised in mayhem by a teenage mother, fearless Finn Perry cruises through life as the perennial nice guy. Now a struggling actor, he supports himself by performing daredevil stunts. At a crossroads in his life, one thing has always remained constant in his world: Finn's desire to start the family he never had. The mystery woman who rescues him from the side of the road sure seems like the perfect person for the job. But unfinished business from Emma's troubled past looms heavy, threatening to destroy the fledging love she's found with the only man to ever jump-start her wounded heart.

Fiercely Emma

Romance centered on a college student and a rock star. She helps him heal from a childhood kidnapping.

Cake A Love Story

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Cake the Newlyweds

A standalone story. She's living next door to a superstar... and doesn't even know it. Enemies to lovers tale with an earth-shaking twist! When his mega-famous boy band AnyDayNow breaks up, international pop star RJ Contreras strikes out on his own. But when his solo career flops, RJ retreats to a no-frills apartment where he can hide out from the world and lick his festering wounds. But when the girl next door starts slipping 'good neighbor' contracts under his door and complaining about his behavior through strategically placed Post-it-Notes, RJ snaps out of his self-absorbed melancholy to wage war. Nothing short of an act of nature could repair the relationship between these two strong-willed enemies. But guess what Fate has in store?

Cake: Una Historia de Amor

A love story amidst an all-too-current fiery landscape What is it like to be caught in the middle of a raging California wildfire? Does famous musician Bodhi Beckett have what it takes to save himself, a quirky hairdresser, and a car full of pets? Don’t miss this high-action romance! “Quirky, fun, lovable and a joy to read.” – Katie “I’m gonna read this book again and again and again!” - Christy A. “I didn’t just love Breeze and Bodhi, I was OBSESSED with them.” Melissa B. Audible Editor When a letter from his supposedly deceased mother finds its way into his hands, life changes in an instant for international pop star Bodhi Beckett. Reeling from the deception of those closest to him, Bodhi spirals out of control and is sent to a secluded mansion in the coastal mountains of Southern California for some rest and relaxation.But the retreat proves to be anything but relaxing when a raging wildfire sets the landscape around him ablaze. While escaping the flames, Bodhi rescues Breeze, a quirky, pet-loving woman, and together the two fight their way to safety. In the aftermath of the fire, Bodhi and Breeze hit the road to uncover the truth about his family. What neither of them expected is to forge a powerful connection that will change their lives forever…but can it survive the real world, or will it disappear like the wind?

A Fiery Rock Star Romance

Like The Wind

For fans of the Cake series by J. Bengtsson comes a funny, heartwarming companion novella featuring the Cake characters in lockdown. Just like the rest of the world, the McKallisters find themselves struggling to conform to a new way of life after the virus confines them to their homes. These connected short stories give fans a chance to catch up on all of their favorite Cake characters as well as enjoy a bonus epilogue and interviews with the characters. Find out how Jake and Kyle cope with isolation-and each other-after they enter quarantine following exposure to the virus. Follow Finn and Emma as they desperately try to prevent a super spreader event at Perryland-while attempting to ration the toilet paper. And go on a humorous journey with Quinn as he searches for a place to stay after initially refusing to lock down with the others. And in a bonus epilogue, Keith is called upon to lead the family on a secret mission that unites them all.

Hunker Down with the Mckallisters

You thought their story was over… but a love like theirs has no end. Fate doesn’t own Jake McKallister. At least, that’s what he tells himself. Life is better than ever. He’s at the top of his game, performing to sold-out crowds the world over. He has his health and a solid, fun-loving family to keep him grounded. And he got the girl - the beautiful, quirky girl he’s just made his wife. Yes, life is good. If only fate would stop screaming in his ear. Lucky is the best word for Casey McKallister. She has an awesome support system, a nerd’s dream job at a prestigious accounting firm, and best of all, she’s married to the hottest rock star to ever roam the earth. Yes, life is perfect… until it all comes crashing down around her. They say love conquers all. That’s what Jake and Casey are counting on.

Cake The Newlyweds

Keith Yeah, I’m screwed up. I’ll admit it. People think they know why. After all, my superstar brother’s past looms large. Don’t I wish it were that simple? It would be so easy to blame all my problems on the childhood tragedy that ripped my family in two…but it would also be a lie. Sam knows the truth. She’s always known and yet, she’s loved me from the start. I try so hard to hold onto her but I’m messed up. And she’s not going to wait forever. Samantha No one saw us coming. I was the quiet, smart girl on track to college. He was the aimless high school surfer/stoner on track to expulsion. We helped each other. We fell in love. We were supposed to live happily ever after. But with Keith McKallister love has never been enough. “An epic tale of growth and love and family – a truly great read!” Christy A. “A perfect second chance romance.” Melanie “Keith is probably one of the funniest, irreverent, and sarcastic characters I have ever read.” – Cali Gals Blog

Rogue Wave

A love story amidst an all-too-current fiery landscape What is it like to be caught in the middle of a raging California wildfire? Does famous musician Bodhi Beckett have what it takes to save himself, a quirky hairdresser, and a car full of pets? Don't miss this high-action romance! "Quirky, fun, lovable and a joy to read." - Katie "I'm gonna read this book again and again and again!" - Christy A. "I didn't just love Breeze and Bodhi, I was OBSESSED with them." Melissa B. Audible Editor When a letter from his supposedly deceased mother finds its way into his hands, life changes in an instant for international pop star Bodhi Beckett. Reeling from the deception of those closest to him, Bodhi spirals out of control and is sent to a secluded mansion in the coastal mountains of Southern California for some rest and relaxation. But the retreat proves to be anything but relaxing when a raging wildfire sets the landscape around him ablaze. While escaping the flames, Bodhi rescues Breeze, a quirky, pet-loving woman, and together the two fight their way to safety. In the aftermath of the fire, Bodhi and Breeze hit the road to uncover the truth about his family. What neither of them expected is to forge a powerful connection that will change their lives forever...but can it survive the real world, or will it disappear like the wind?

Nobody puts Quinn in a corner Quinn Just six years old when my brother was snatched off the street, I grew up in the aftermath of tragedy. While other kids were happily playing in the sandbox, I was hiding under press conference podiums listening to my parents beg for Jake’s safe return. People ask if I’m screwed up after what happened, and I never know how to respond. Life after the kidnapping is all I’ve ever known. Well, that and being the youngest brother to a rock star. Jake was the ultimate survivor. The prodigal son. My king. But I’m not that worshipful kid anymore, and I’m tired of walking a step behind. I’ve got the talent. I’ve got the drive. And now I’m coming for Jake’s throne. Jess What to do with a runaway rock star in my passenger seat? Jess of yore would’ve jumped at the chance. Hell, she’d already be in his lap by now. She was fearless and fun and sexy. She lived like there was no tomorrow… until tomorrow came calling and delivered her an ultimatum: repent or risk losing it all. And so responsible Jess was born, the good girl who paid her rent and watered her plants and put others before herself. The new, improved version of myself represented stability and a roof overhead. Yet sometimes… sometimes I missed that reckless girl. Wild Jess. God, she’d been so fun. And now Quinn was here, built like a god and asking me to play. One mindless afternoon of fun. Surely I could spare that for a future rock legend. I could bring old Jess back for just one day. What could possibly go wrong?

Next in Line

Quinn Just six years old when my brother was snatched off the street, I grew up in the aftermath of tragedy. While other kids were happily playing in the sandbox, I was hiding under press conference podiums listening to my parents beg for Jake's safe return. People ask if I'm screwed up after what happened, and I never know how to respond. Life after the kidnapping is all I've ever known. Well, that and being the youngest brother to a rock star. Jake was the ultimate survivor. The prodigal son. My king. But I'm not that worshipful kid anymore, and I'm tired of walking a step behind. I've got the talent. I've got the drive. And now I'm coming for Jake's throne. Jess What to do with a runaway rock star in my passenger seat? Jess of yore would've jumped at the chance. Hell, she'd already be in his lap by now. She was fearless and fun and sexy. She lived like there was no tomorrow... until tomorrow came calling and delivered her an ultimatum: repent or risk losing it all. And so responsible Jess was born, the good girl who paid her rent and watered her plants and put others before herself. The new, improved version of myself represented stability and a roof overhead. Yet sometimes... sometimes I missed that reckless girl. Wild Jess. God, she'd been so fun. And now Quinn was here, built like a god and asking me to play. One mindless afternoon of fun. Surely I could spare that for a future rock legend. I could bring old Jess back for just one day. What could possibly go wrong?

A love story that survives the test of time.Keith McKallister is the king of the stoners. You know the type. Every school has one - the hot, fun, dopey guy beloved by the student body but despised by, well, just about everyone else. He spends his early mornings in the ocean and his days trying to get to class on time. Life is as easy as it gets until one poor choice too many catches up with him and he's forced to reevaluate his path. Samantha Anderson sits in the front row. You know the type. Every school has one - the quiet, faceless, studious girl who fears the taunts of her peers and fades into the background. Life has never been simple for Samantha, and it's about to get a little more complicated when Keith slides into the seat beside her with a partnership plan designed for his benefit only. But what Keith brings to the table is more than either of them could imagine. Sometimes the person you least expect to make a difference will change your life forever. Sometimes the person you love the most might be better off without you.

Book Five Cake Series

Der perfekte Schmöker für den Herbst - eine herzzerreißende Rockstar-Romance, erzählt auf mehr als 600 Seiten! Er ist ein gefeierter Rockstar - und ein verschlossener Einzelgänger. Von einem schrecklichen Verbrechen in seiner Kindheit traumatisiert arbeitet Jake McKallister wie besessen an seiner Musikkarriere. Denn Musik ist das Einzige, was ihn die Vergangenheit vergessen lässt. Als er auf der Hochzeit seines Bruders Casey Caldwell kennenlernt, funkt es augenblicklich zwischen ihnen, und das, obwohl sie unterschiedlicher nicht sein könnten: Casey ist fröhlich, laut und aufgeschlossen - und kann keinen einzigen geraden Ton halten. Doch bald muss Jake einsehen, dass sie vielleicht die Einzige ist, die es schaffen kann, ihn ein für alle Mal von seinen Dämonen zu befreien ... "Die Bilder, die die Autorin mit ihren Worten heraufbeschwört, sind emotional und herzzerreißend. Es geht um die Macht der Liebe, aber auch darum, wie wichtig Familie ist." Smexy Books

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