Love, Next Door: A Sweet Friends-to-Lovers Romance Novel

· Hometown Heartbreakers Book 3 · Sold by Harlequin
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This book will become available on November 24, 2026. You will not be charged until it is released.

About this ebook

Rediscover this friends-to-lovers romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery. Previously published as Father in Training.

Single mom Sandy Walker moved from LA to the small town of Glenwood seeking a quiet, friendly place to raise her three children. But reuniting with her next-door neighbor, now turned a sexy deputy, suddenly makes Sandy’s blood run hot.
Kyle is an adventurer, and Sandy insists he isn’t father material. But Kyle enthralls Sandy’s kids, and after harboring a crush on her for sixteen years, he is determined to not let her go again. This time, he’ll do whatever it takes to prove it.

Perfect for fans of:
  • Small town romance
  • Friends to lovers
  • Found family


Revisit recently published titles by Susan Mallery:
  • One Summer Night
  • Falling into You
  • Only the Beginning
  • Secrets of Summer

Rediscover this friends-to-lovers romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery. Previously published as Father in Training. Single mom Sandy Walker moved from LA to the small town of Glenwood seeking a quiet, friendly place to raise her three children. But reuniting with her n...

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About the author

SUSAN MALLERY is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of novels about the relationships that shape women's lives—family, friendship, romance. Library Journal says, “Mallery is the master of blending emotionally believable characters in realistic situations," and readers seem to agree—40 million copies of her books have sold worldwide. Her warm, humorous stories make the world a happier place to live. She’s passionate about animal welfare, which shows in the many quirky animal characters she has created.Susan grew up in California and now lives in Seattle with her husband and adorable poodle. Visit her at SusanMallery.com.

SUSAN MALLERY is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of novels about the relationships that shape women's lives—family, friendship, romance. Library Journal says, “Mallery is the master of blending emotionally believable characters in realistic situations," and readers seem to agree—40 milli...

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