Practically Persuaded in Pittsburgh

Jake's got a diner to run, a fake marriage to plan, and Sadie to woo—he's in over his head. When Jake Walker returns home and, for his mom’s sake, cooks up a fake relationship with sexy waitress, Sadie Evans, he’s shocked to discover that he wants the friends-to-lovers thing to stay on the menu forever. Although Sadie can’t pass up this chance to be in close proximity with her one true love, she harbors no delusions. Jake’s not built for settling down or small-town life. She’s betting he’ll rip off his apron and chuck the wedding band long before she has to admit to ordering up a fresh start for herself—one that can’t possibly include him. . . . . . . This is a story about returning home after love and loss, taking chances and forging new beginnings, and, of course, grasping for a second chance with the one who got away! . . . . . . Love That Lasts is a an emotionally-charged contemporary romance series from award-winning author JB Schroeder. If you love stories about well-drawn characters forging new beginnings, fighting for second chances, and risking their hearts for true love—this series is for you! Love That Lasts series: Faking It Together (#1) Second Chance Love Affair (#2) Dreaming of Forever with You (#3) Starting Over Together (#4) and Making Forever with You (Prequel) ………… Reviews: “Another winner from JB Schroeder! This interracial, fake relationship romance will make you believe that secrets can be overcome when these friends become lovers and score a second chance at love! JB’s Love That Lasts books follow the Walker brothers as they deal with love and loss. The stories feel like home with a family theme and small-town vibe in a neighborhood of Pittsburgh—a tribute to Schroeder’s vision. These workplace contemporary romances celebrate real love and new beginnings.” -Savannah Kade, Maggie Award-winning Author of Dark Falls Romantic Suspense “Faking It Together is the perfect little bite of small-town, second-chance romance and you'll want to finish it in a single sitting.” -Holland Rae, author of Contemporary and Historical Romance “The author kept me rapidly reading with smooth writing, really likeable characters, and a touching romance. I'm going to order the next story about Jake's brother!” -Roni Denholtz, Award-winning Author “This is a quick book, but it was very sweet and fun. It's perfect when you want a book to simply give you a warm, happy feeling. And I loved the little twist at the end with the "ticket"...I was not expecting that. So sweet!” -Christi Snow, Multi-genre Author “Awesome, fabulous, outstanding ... loved the ending!” -Carol, Goodreads Reviewer ………… Fans of JB Schroeder’s contemporary romances are also reading books by: Samantha Chase, Bella Andre, Melissa Foster, Susan Mallery, Jill Shalvis, Roxanne St. Claire, Lillian Monroe, Bria Quinlan, Elana Johnson, Claire Cain, Donna Kauffman, Nancy Herkness, Savannah Kade, Christi Snow, Shirley Hailstock, Julie Strauss, Terri Osburn, Kim Law, Christine Ashworth, Holland Rae, Moni Boyce, Jennifer Wilck, Melinda Minx, Olivia Gaines, Tiana Cole, Rochelle Alers, Nia Arthurs, Kayla Watkins, Simone Rivers, Janine Taylor, Piper Rayne, Vixa Vaughn, Dahlia Rose, Jamie Beck, J.L. Lora, Patty H Scott, Topics: a love that lasts story, a love that lasts book, contemporary romance series, contemporary romance stories, contemporary romance with a twist, magic of love, second chances book, new beginnings romance, new beginnings romance, starting over together, fresh start, new path, small town romance, second chance romance, second chance at love, workplace romance, working together, interracial romance, multi-cultural romance, African American romance, BWWM urban romance, real romance, real love, true love, ticket to true love, magical spring water, Legend of True Springs, fountain, emotional journey, emotional romance, heartfelt romance, swoon-worthy romance, make your heart race romance, award-winning romance, award-winning author, novella romance, novella collection, novella series, willing to take a chance, happily ever after, no cliffhanger, brothers, family, love and loss, fake relationship, friends-to-lovers, return home, death of parent, secrets, teaching English abroad, diner, Pittsburgh, Strip District, waitress, small business owner, trader, young heroine, older college student