Saving Caden: A Military Romance, Brother's Best Friend Romance, Scarred Hero Romance, Surprise Baby romance, Grumpy Sunshine, Pen Pal Romance, Protective Hero

· Brothers of Oakside Military Heroes Book 2 · 5 Little Roses Publishing
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One secret kiss. One silent promise. One life-altering letter.


Lucy Carr knew falling for her brother’s best friend was asking for heartbreak—especially when he was a Marine preparing for deployment. But one look from Caden and she couldn’t help herself. What started as a secret romance turned into love sealed in ink and hope-filled letters… until the letters stopped.


Caden thought he was doing the right thing. Protecting Lucy from the chaos of war. From the broken man he’s become. He never planned to lose a leg—or lose her. But waking up in a hospital bed and finding out she’s carrying his child? That changes everything.


Now back at Oakside, Caden must face the woman who refused to give up on him, the baby he didn’t know about, and a brother-in-arms who’s ready to kill him for breaking his sister’s heart. He doesn’t believe he’s strong enough for any of it.


But Lucy never stopped believing in their dream... and she’s not letting go.


Featured Tropes: Military, Small Town, Brother's Best Friend, Surprise Baby, Grumpy Sunshine, Scarred Hero, Pen Pal, Protective Hero


One secret kiss. One silent promise. One life-altering letter. Lucy Carr knew falling for her brother’s best friend was asking for heartbreak—especially when he was a Marine preparing for deployment. But one look from Caden and she couldn’t help herself. What started as a secret romance turned i...

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15 reviews
Biddy G
January 23, 2026
Another couple unite at Oakside. A relationship that starts in secrets, with the promise of a future. Dreams turn out differently when he is injured andvshe is pregnant. Her determination not to let him go proves trying at times, but eventually healing brings them closer when feelings and dreams resuface. Enjoyable short story, compliments and expands the series. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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Jennie Fortna
January 23, 2026
Saving Caden is book 2 in the Brothers of Oakside Military Heroes by Kaci Rose 4.5 stars Lucy and Caden become a secret couple, he leaves on deployment, they write letters then his stop…he is injured and loses his leg. Now back at Oakside to recover Caden is pushing Lucy away and she’s determined to show him that all the time spent together and writing their letters, they belong together and ok maybe their future looks a bit different but the deep abiding love is forever.. I voluntarily rea
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E G
January 22, 2026
This might seem like your typical “best friend’s little sister” story, but there’s so much more heart here. Caden returns home as a wounded soldier and Lucy fights fiercely for their love, the story had plenty of tender, emotional moments. Some things, and some people, are worth fighting for. I also adored the whole Oakside village. Lucy’s friends rallying around her and Caden’s brothers added warmth, humor, and that cozy small-town feel. The side characters truly brought the story to life.
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