Finding Strength (Summer Easton, #1)

After a devastating loss, Summer’s life has been really hard. Between the bullying, nightmares, and her lack of interest in anything, survival mode is her new normal.
An unwanted surprise forces her to move and start over again. Turns out, a fresh start was what she needed. She meets a group of 5 friends over spring break that change everything. Taking Summer under their wing, they provide support and understanding.
Seb, the golden retriever who invades her life with a smile
E, the beautiful soft soul who loves to cook
Bay, the boy next door, who likes to fix things
Alex, the formal, rich genius
Nick, the grumpy, bad boy
With her new family and friends, she discovers she can live again and be happy. But shadows from the past can follow you anywhere.

Finding Strength is a mature high school/new adult romance. Although Book 1 does not contain spice, Books 2-4 contain sexual scenes, and the sex featured is consensual within the group. This is a new contemporary slow burn reverse harem romance series. Trigger warning—this book discusses trauma, sexual assault, loss, and more.

familyFriends to loversSlow burnBisexual best friendsA strong female dealing with trauma