Dellani Oakes

“You stepping on my cat again,” Julia said from the family room where she was making the bed. “I can do that, sis. Go to bed, huh?” “I’m pregnant, not helpless.” “I know, but I’m completely capable of making my own bed. You don’t have to mother me.” “Maybe I want to. This is the […]

“Oh, was that before Jasper quit?” “He didn’t quit. Did he say that?” “He said he studied to be a vet, but he quit. I thought it meant he quit college.” Julia’s laugh was like a mountain stream. “No, he didn’t quit. He went to college and vet school. He even passed his boards. He […]

“That’s surprising.” “I’ve got a favor to ask.” “Oh?” “I need a woman for this new one. You’d be absolutely perfect. You get to wear clothing,” Issy rushed to add. Would you like to see the dress?” “Sure.” Issy led her to a rack of dresses. The one Issy took off the rack was dark […]

Blacksmith’s Heart ~ A Love Under the Sun Romance by Dellani Oakes ~ Part 23 “How cool! When she said therapy, I had no idea. Your family is full of surprises.” “Including me?” He walked next to her, his arm around her shoulders. “Especially you.” “Yeah? How?” “Well, you sing, you dance, you ride bucking […]

“Want the balm?” she asked over her shoulder. Jasper hesitated, moving slowly as another muscle kinked. “Yeah, you better. Thanks.” He sat on Willow’s stool, leaning forward, letting his upper body drop toward the ground. Hana watched as the taut muscles rolled under the bronzed skin. She wanted to touch him, but wasn’t sure how […]