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.

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“I have a bit of business I’d like to go over with you before tomorrow.” Trenton gestures for me to sit on the nearby sofa. “We want tomorrow to be a day of celebration and remembrance. Thus, I’ve already sat with my sisters regarding the will.” 


I look to Taylor and Cameron. Both smile and join us in the living room. Hamilton takes my hand in his as he sits beside me on the sofa. 


“Mother, as you know, was very fond of Liberty and you.” He clears his throat before continuing. “She amended her will with a clause that her house can’t be sold until you and Liberty find a place to live. She wants you to have a place to stay while you make other arrangements. And the three of us agree.  We all love you like a little sister; we want to make sure you are taken care of, and we hope you will allow us to continue to be in your life.” 


Chapter 100: Madison