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Book Description
Leighton
Dixon Turner has always been a part of my life. I never thought twice about him… until now.
Volunteering to help him launch his new agricultural mechanic shop seemed harmless enough.
But I wasn’t prepared to spend every day with the guy I’ve known most of my life… and start seeing him in a way I never have before.
The quiet steadiness of him. The way he listens like he actually hears me.
Something has definitely shifted. And when the tension finally snaps, I make him an offer I really hope he doesn’t refuse.
Friends… with benefits.
I know a guy like Dixon doesn't do forever.
But I’ll take whatever he’s willing to give.
Because it’s a whole lot better than pretending there’s nothing between us… and trying not to kiss him every time he gets too close.
Dixon
Leighton was always there… the little sister who tagged along.
Looking back, I can’t remember a time she wasn’t.
But somewhere between rebuilding engines and building my business, I realize she’s all grown up.
Wanting Leighton and letting myself have her are two different things.
I’ve seen firsthand what happens when you build your world around someone and lose them.
My father never recovered, and I’ve spent years making sure that never happens to me.
Then Leighton happens.
And if I can’t bring myself to love her the way she deserves, I’ll lose her anyway.
About Kaylee Ryan
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kaylee Ryan has earned the affectionate title of “Queen of Swoon” from her devoted readers. With over sixty romance novels to her name, Kaylee has built a beloved catalog of heartfelt stories that celebrate love in all its tender, emotional, and undeniably swoony forms. Her signature blend of charm, chemistry, and genuine happily-ever-afters has captivated readers around the world.
When she’s not crafting new love stories or dreaming up her next unforgettable couple, Kaylee can usually be found with a book in hand, fueling her creativity as a lifelong reader. She cherishes the time spent with her family and friends, embracing the moments that inspire the heart of her stories.
My Thoughts
Trying Not to Kiss You by New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kaylee Ryan—brought to life through an extraordinary, deeply expressive duet audio performance by Andi Arndt and Grayson Owens—is a comforting, heartwarming, and delightfully steamy small-town romance that serves as a standout third installment in the Moran Sisters series.
The story follows Leighton Moran and Dixon Turner, who have known each other for as long as they can remember, with Leighton initially existing as the tag-along younger sister in Dixon's orbit. However, their dynamic shifts drastically when Leighton volunteers to help Dixon launch his new agricultural mechanic shop. Spending long days working alongside each other, rebuilding engines, and even babysitting together sparks an unexpected, magnetic pull between them. Leighton begins seeing Dixon in a completely new light, falling for his quiet steadiness, attentive nature, and grounded warmth. When the overwhelming tension finally snaps, Leighton proposes a secret friends-with-benefits arrangement, convinced that a guarded man like Dixon avoids forever commitments. Having witnessed his father's devastating heartbreak after loss, Dixon has spent years protecting his heart from deep attachments. Yet, as their secret relationship deepens and encouragement from loved ones pushes them forward, Dixon realizes that guarding his heart risks losing the woman who has become his entire world, prompting him to take a brave leap toward real, lasting love.
Ryan masterfully weaves a tender, low-angst narrative rich with emotional healing, sizzling chemistry, and deeply comforting found-family themes. Beyond the sweet, steamy evolution from long-time friends to secret lovers, the heart of the story shines through the authentic, loving bonds Leighton and Dixon share with their family, friends, and tight-knit small-town community.
Andi Arndt and Grayson Owens deliver a masterclass audio performance in duet format, bringing profound emotional depth, warmth, and seamless vocal chemistry to every scene. Arndt brilliantly conveys Leighton’s sweet determination, feisty wit, and vulnerable hope, while Owens gives Dixon a grounded, gentle, and fiercely protective presence that makes his journey toward open-hearted love completely swoon-worthy. Beautifully written, emotional, and deeply satisfying, Trying Not to Kiss You is a captivating small-town romantic escape that leaves listeners thoroughly charmed and eagerly anticipating the next Moran sister's story.
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