Finding Home Next Door: A Cozy Small-Town Romance

Finding Home Next Door (Small-Town Romance) — by Velora Fox

A newly divorced single mom. A quiet street called Maple Street. And the one man she never truly forgot… waiting next door.

Finding Home Next Door is a heart-tugging small-town romance filled with cozy moments, emotional healing, and slow-burn tenderness. If you love single mom romance, brother’s best friend, and a protective hero who becomes family before anyone admits it—this book will feel like coming home.

✅ Available formats: eBook + Audiobook
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Sneak Peek from Finding Home Next Door

“Is this really home… or just the place I ran back to?”

Newly divorced and running on pure determination, Riley Hayes moves back to Maple Street with her son, Hudson, ready to rebuild from the ground up. Fresh start. Quiet street. Familiar faces.

What she doesn’t expect?

Jake Miller—her older brother’s best friend, the boy-next-door she never truly forgot—now living right next door… calmer, broader, and annoyingly good at fixing everything.

Doors that won’t close. A roof that won’t stop rattling. A little boy who needs to feel safe again.

And a woman who swore she wouldn’t need anyone.

But when Riley’s past shows up with sharp words and custody threats, Jake doesn’t just offer help—he quietly steps in like he was always meant to be there… for Hudson… and for her.

Because sometimes, the love that changes your life isn’t across the country.

It’s waiting on the other side of the fence.

About the Story

After a divorce that left her exhausted and wary, Riley Hayes comes back to the only place that ever felt steady: Maple Street. She’s determined to rebuild—new routines, a safe home for her son, and a fresh start that doesn’t rely on anyone.

No drama. No mess. No complicated feelings.

Then she meets her new next-door neighbor.

Jake Miller was supposed to be a childhood memory—her brother’s best friend, the guy who always showed up at family barbecues, the one she noticed a little too much and forgot a little too slowly.

Now he’s next door. Older. Stronger. Quieter.
And somehow, he’s still the kind of man who makes everything feel less heavy just by being there.

Riley’s house is full of little problems—sticky doors, rattling roof panels, a porch step that’s one wrong move away from disaster. Jake fixes them without making her feel small. Without asking for anything. Without acting like she owes him.

And Hudson? Hudson decides he likes Jake almost immediately.

Maybe it’s because Jake treats him like he matters.
Maybe it’s because Jake doesn’t try too hard—he just shows up steady, patient, and safe.
Or maybe it’s because children can sense what adults refuse to admit:

Jake isn’t just a neighbor.
He’s the kind of man you build a life around.

But Riley has rules now. She has boundaries. She has scars.

And when her past returns with sharp words, ugly accusations, and custody threats, Riley realizes her fresh start might not be as protected as she hoped.

Jake doesn’t hesitate.

He steps in—not loud, not aggressive, not reckless.
Just… present. Protective in the quiet way that says: You’re not doing this alone.

And suddenly, “next door” starts to feel like the safest place she’s ever been.

Because the love Riley needs isn’t flashy. It isn’t complicated.
It’s steady hands fixing what’s broken.
It’s a man who chooses her son, too.
It’s the kind of connection that grows slowly… then all at once.

Tropes & Vibes You’ll Love

If you enjoy cozy, emotional romance with a swoony payoff, you’ll love:

• Small-Town Romance / Close-Knit Community

• Single Mom + Protective Hero

• Brother’s Best Friend

• Next-Door Neighbors / Forced Proximity

• Ex Drama + Custody Tension

• Slow-burn tenderness with emotional healing

• Cozy moments, comfort reads, and “he’s already part of their life” sweetness

Steam Rating: 🌶️🌶️ (sweet romantic heat)

What to Expect

✅ Comforting small-town setting (Maple Street vibes)
✅ A single mom rebuilding her confidence and life
✅ A hero who’s steady, protective, and genuinely kind
✅ Child-inclusive romance done right (found family energy)
✅ Emotional tension with a warm, satisfying ending
✅ Slow-burn that delivers a swoony payoff

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What Readers Are Saying (placeholder — replace with real reviews later)

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Tender, emotional, and SO comforting—Maple Street felt like a warm hug.”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Jake is the definition of steady, protective, and swoony.”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The single-mom + next-door love story had me smiling through tears.”

FAQ

Is Finding Home Next Door a standalone?

Yes, it can be enjoyed as a standalone small-town romance.

Is it more cozy or more dramatic?

It’s mostly cozy and healing, with real-life tension from an ex and custody pressure.

How spicy is it?

Steam level is 🌶️🌶️—sweet, romantic heat with a focus on feelings and comfort.

How do I get the eBook and audiobook after buying?

After checkout, you’ll get instant access to download your eBook and audiobook files and start reading/listening right away.

About the Author — Velora Fox

Velora Fox writes romance that feels emotional, comforting, and deeply satisfying—filled with protective heroes, resilient heroines, and love stories that heal.

Connect with the author: https://www.instagram.com/authorvelorafox/

Ready to Return to Maple Street?

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