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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It’s been five years since I last witnessed Hamilton’s pre-game routine in person, and I’m giddy. Miss Alba is a veteran at preparing everything for him. I did ask her yesterday to help me fix his dinner for tonight. She patiently walks me through each step in baking his chicken breasts with his favorite seasonings and steaming the vegetables. Liberty helps us for a few minutes here and there until she becomes bored and returns to her toys. 


At four o’clock, Miss Alba helps me write down instructions for the remainder of the meal prep before she leaves for the day. With a few minutes to spare before we expect Hamilton home, I help Liberty with her bath. She’s excited to attend the home opener tomorrow, and we choose her outfit from head to toe, placing it near her dresser. 


“Daddy!” she squeals, sprinting to the front door and into Hamilton’s arms. “Come see my outfit for da game.” She points him toward her bedroom. 


Chapter 154: Madison