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Rose D. Bentley

Author of moody love stories.

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Penelope’s life is shaped by heartache and loss from a young age. When she meets Myles, the boy next door, her world is suddenly filled with hope, or at least a friendship that could never fade.Naturally, she finds herself growing closer and closer to him, and deeper feelings begin to emerge for both of them as they grow up together. As they step into adulthood, everything starts to feel lighter. New possibilities and plans begin to open until their togetherness is disrupted when Myles is given a career opportunity he cannot turn down.With nothing left to lose, Penelope runs away to a new city and starts over.In her new life, she finds stability, but is quickly pulled into a whirlwind of emotions when she and Myles reunite. Torn between chasing love or remaining in the life she has built, Penelope learns the truth about her mother’s disappearance, and tragedy strikes once again.As she is thrown into emotional chaos, she is forced to choose where her heart belongs.

In a town where the sea gives and takes everything, two strangers are about to find out what the tide can really bring to shore.Layla Dumont came to Morro Bay for a fresh start, trading the chaos of Los Angeles for small-town life, and she’s embracing everything that comes with it, including the gorgeous local brooding fisherman.Leo Anderson has no interest in newcomers. The ocean is his life, his escape, and after losing his father and almost his best friend, it is the only thing he trusts. But the new girl might just be the one to tear down the walls he has so carefully built.As Layla settles into small-town life, she is drawn into Leo’s world of foggy mornings, sandy beaches, and a tight circle of friends who protect their own.But Morro Bay has its shadows, and when trouble resurfaces from Leo’s past, everything shifts, threatening the one thing neither of them saw coming… each other.

After five years away, Millie Maple is finally coming home to Eversboro, Minnesota, expecting a warm, cozy, and magical Christmas with her parents.Instead, she finds out they’ve escaped the cold for a Mele Kalikimaka in Hawaii.
And when an unexpected blizzard rolls through town, Millie has no choice but to seek shelter in the Wynters’ Christmas cottage. Unfortunately, Mr. and Mrs. Wynters aren’t home either.But the cottage isn’t empty…She is greeted by a plump cat who seems to be fond of her.
And her ex… who absolutely is not.Leif Wynters has spent years convincing himself that Millie belongs firmly in his past. He’s looking forward to a calm and secluded Christmas. But when the woman he never quite got over shows up on his doorstep, his quiet holiday plans go straight out the door.Could a little Christmas magic be all it takes to find their way back to each other?

Hey!Thanks for stopping by.My name is Rose and writing has been my outlet since I was just a wee little one.I started with poetry, short stories, and silly little songs that I've only sang in the shower (and that is where they will stay...forever). Then, I decided to try a love story. And well, I fell in love with writing about love.I get my inspiration from cognitive exploration (the not-so-fun kind), motherhood (the best), love, and nature. I really enjoy implementing settings that feel like a character in itself. So, if you venture into one of my books, expect to feel like you're standing in the room with the MC's.When I'm not writing, I'm enjoying the outdoors, binge watching FRIENDS with my mini me, drinking hot coffee, or splurging on overpriced pastries.I love hearing from readers, so if you want to say hello - my email & DM's are always open!