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

When I place the van in park, my stomach drops, and my heartbeat quickens. I’m really doing this. Take a breath. Just like pulling off a bandage, quick is best. As I ease my driver’s door open, Memphis steps out her back door. 


“I’m so glad you’re here,” Memphis greets, opening her arms for me. 


When I pull from her embrace, I ask, “Can I stay with you?” 


“Psst,” Memphis swats at me. “You know you are always welcome here.” 


“Well, I need to tell you something first.” I signal for her to stay put as I back toward the vehicle. I open the back, driver’s-side door, unbuckle then lift Liberty from the van. “Liberty, this is…” 


“Grandma!” Memphis stands beside us; tears fill her wide eyes as her left hand presses against her chest and her right fans her face. “Oh, my!” 


I’m not surprised; it’s easy to see the resemblance between Liberty and Hamilton.  She looks like his sister, Amy, as a little girl. 


“Libby, this is Na-Na.” I point as I speak. “And this is Liberty.” 


Chapter 88: Madison