They both have big goals. But will an unplanned baby derail their futures?

Madison craves so much more out of life. Counting down the days until she leaves for college, the eighteen-year-old dreamer is ready to escape her alcoholic mother and small-town nosiness. But wanting her first time to be with someone she trusts, she approaches her best guy friend with a sexy farewell proposition.

Hamilton’s excited for the next chapter. Drafted to MLB to start in the minor leagues, he treasures his one special night with his favorite girl as a fond send-off. And unwilling to let it become a final goodbye, he savors each word of their many texts and video calls to stay connected.

Her stomach dropping when she finds out she’s pregnant, Madison scrambles for a way to keep it secret from their tight-knit circle, continue her longed-for education, and not destroy her bestie’s promising baseball career. But though Hamilton is confused by her sudden distance, he discovers a desire for something deeper than friendship.

Will they open their hearts to each other, or will hard choices push them apart?

The Locals is a New Adult small-town, sports romance.series. If you like fun casts of characters, coming-of-age drama, and slow-burn relationships, then you’ll love Haley Rhoades’s beautiful 4 book series.

The Locals Series

I pull my cell phone close as I attempt to open my eyes. The April sunshine is bright through the blinds I forgot to close last night. It’s 9:15! I hop from my bed and hurry to Liberty’s crib. It’s empty—Alma must already have her downstairs allowing me to sleep late. A gift every mom loves. 


I find Liberty in her high chair munching on her cereal and Alma reading the newspaper with coffee in hand nearby. I pour a mug of coffee while I wait for my toast to brown. Liberty cheers when the toaster pops up. 


I secure my hair in my usual ponytail. It allows me to go an extra day or two between washing it. I spend my extra minutes each morning lying in bed or cuddling Liberty. 


Today I wear a long-sleeved T-shirt under my blouse. Along with added warmth, it fit better over its thickness. I need to ask Alma to help me shop for more this weekend. Just the thought of shopping exhausts me. I sigh as it’s a necessary evil. 


Chapter 70: Madison