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The Merge Series Second Generation series by Kylie Kent follows the lives and loves of the children from the Merge Series: Ash, Lily, Hope, and Ava Williamson.
Merge Series Second Generation Book Series Reading Order
This is the Merge Series Second Generation series by Kylie Kent; however, you do not need to read the first generation to enjoy these books. It is a series of standalone billionaire romances with suspenseful twists and turns. Each book can be read as stand-alone or in the following reading order.
Ignited By Him: Merge Series Second Generation Book 1 by Kylie Kent
A Dark Romance
Published 26th October 2021
Format: Paperback and Kindle Edition
Pages: 374
Ash Williamson and Breanna McKinley
Parents: Alyssa and Zac Williamson and Josh and Emmy McKinley
This Book contains scenes that could be considered dark, profanity, sexual content and violence. If any of these are triggers for you, you should consider skipping this read.
Ash
She’s the unattainable, untouchable. The one I’ve both loved and lusted after from the sidelines.
For years, I’ve kept myself distracted with work, turning my family’s company into an empire.
And, more importantly, I’ve kept my distance. It’s best for everyone.
But when she walks into my club and tries to cheat me out of money, all bets are off.
One way or another, she’s going to pay back what she’s stolen.
Although, it won’t be in the form of cash.
Breanna
I love winning, even if I have to cheat to get to the finish line.
I knew better than to come to this club to play.
I knew he’d more than likely find out I was here.
What I didn’t expect was to see him up-close. I’ve hardly seen him over the last few years.
I wanted him to notice me. To see that I wasn’t a little girl anymore.
And that was my mistake, because he did more than notice.
There is no going back now.
That flame we’ve both been dousing in denial has just been ignited.
Can I really play with fire without getting burned? Or will everything around me turn to ash?
Totally Booked UK Review: Ash Williamson was six years old when Breanna McKinley was born, he can still remember his mom taking him to meet her. From that very first moment, he could tell that there was something special about her. As the cousin of his cousin, he has spent a lot of time with Bree, although it wasn’t until she was sixteen that he realised that he felt more for her than just family or friendship. For six years, he has attempted to distance himself from her at family events but he’s done waiting.
As the princess of the McKinley family, Bree has always had the love and support of her parents. Just like her father, she has inherited some of his traits such as loving only a handful of people but those she does love, she loves deeply. Her family are loved, but there are only three she loves deeply, such as loving only a handful of people, her mom, dad and Ash. She had harboured a crush on him since she was sixteen, although she had always felt a pull towards him before that. Given that she is a cousin to one of his cousins, she’s never acted on her love.
Knowing that Bree is cheating at poker in Club Merge makes Ash decide enough is enough. He is highlighting it back from Perth, and he has her sent to his apartment as he deals with the issue. Sneaking into his bed when she can’t sleep has them both acknowledging their feelings, and Bree wishes to keep things quiet for now. But their families soon work out what is happening and, although unhappy about it, can understand their love. Can they deal with things together as they are challenged by Ash’s past being dumped on his doorstep? Or will this have them going their own way?
An Entangled Christmas: Merge Series Second Generation Book 2 by Kylie Kent
A Mafia Christmas Romance
Published 15th December 2021
Format: Paperback and Kindle Edition
Pages: 233
Lily Williamson and Alessandro Mancini
Parents: Reilly and Bray Williamson
Come and spend Christmas with the Williamson’s and McKinley’s
The kids are grown and getting into all sorts of trouble!
Lily
Christmas has always been my favourite time of year.
My family goes overboard, and the celebrations are week-long.
This Christmas is different, however. We’re all spending the holiday at my Aunt Ella’s beach house.
We’re not the only ones spending Christmas on this beach though.
When my eyes spot the new neighbour, I can’t look away.
I’m caught in a trance, in watching the show he’s putting on through the bedroom window.
Even as his eyes meet mine, and he finishes, I still can’t seem to look away.
If only I wasn’t currently in a house surrounded by my entire family.
Alex
The girl from the window has been on my mind, night and day, for the past few days.
I’ve stared out of that same window for hours, hoping to just catch a glimpse of her.
I’ve seen at least a dozen different people come and go from the room, even one who looked just like her. But that girl wasn’t her.
I’m tempted to just storm through the front door and search until I find her, except I know exactly whose house that is.
As much as I want to take what’s mine, I currently have a multi-million dollar deal in the works with McKinley Industries—the very same people who own that property.
When I meet one of the family members on the beach and get invited to dinner, I don’t hesitate to accept.
This is my chance to see her again. Every fibre of my being wants to claim her as mine.
But can I really entangle this innocent woman in my dark world?
Totally Booked UK Review:Heading to her Aunt Ella and Uncle Dean’s beach house, Lily Williamson is prepared to spend Christmas with her family. Although seeing all the adults making out has her retreating to the bedroom, she’ll share it with her twin sister Hope and cousin Ava. Looking out of the window, she can see directly into the window of the house next door, straight through to the bathroom and the shower being utilised by a hunk. She is unable to keep her eyes off him as she watches him masturbate, even when he looks up into her eyes.
Needing to ensure that the merger with McKinley Industries goes through, Sydney underground boss Alessandro Mancini has pushed through purchasing the beach house next door to where Josh’s family will spend Christmas. Bringing his sister Mia, niece Tessie and right-hand man Leo along, he was not prepared to feel instantly drawn to the red-headed beauty who watched him in the shower. He is pleased when he needs to head next door to retrieve a ball and meets Lily and her father, Bray.
Surprised that her father invited Alex and his family over for a BBQ, Lily is taken aback when he knows that Hope is in front of him and not her. As they navigate getting to know each other, their relationship is in the fast lane, but when you meet your soulmate, you know. But as Alex’s enemies start to make themselves known, will Lily second-guess life with him, and will she be safe in his world?
Chased By Him: Merge Series Second Generation Book 3 by Kylie Kent
A Billionaire Forbidden Romance
Published 15th June 2022
Format: Paperback and Kindle Edition
Pages: 227
Hope Williamson and Chase Masters
Parents: Reilly and Bray Williamson
This book contains scenes and discussions of non-consensual sexual acts, domestic violence, profanity, sexual content, violence and miscarriage through trauma. If any of these are triggers for you, you should consider skipping this read.
Chase
People take one look at me and see a pretty face.
Because that’s what I want them to see.
What they don’t know is the truth behind the façade I’ve perfected.
The welfare kid who grew up on the wrong side of the tracks.
When she looks at me, though, she sees it all.
The one person I haven’t been able to hide from.
The one person who gets me like no one else can.
She’s also the one person I’m not supposed to touch.
But I always get what I want. Eventually.
Hope Williamson will be mine—she already is.
And soon everyone will know it, including her.
Hope
I’ve been scared since I was sixteen years old.
I’m really good at pretending I’m not though.
I’ve perfected the art of losing myself in partying hard.
Being the fun, outgoing twin.
The exact opposite of my sister.
I don’t know how he always seems to know.
But he does.
Chase Mathers, my cousin’s best friend.
He knows when I’m afraid.
He chases away my demons like no one else can.
He makes me feel safe…
Even though the monsters lurking behind his eyes should terrify me the most.
Totally Booked UK Review: Visiting her Uncle Theo Valentino and Aunt Holly in New York when she was sixteen, Hope Williamson begged her twin sister Lily to cover for her as she snook out to meet her boyfriend. Driving to a deserted parking lot, they were making out when suddenly her boyfriend wouldn’t stop. Taking her innocence without her permission, he was suddenly pulled off her by her cousins, Theo and Matteo and killed in front of her.
Ever since, she has attempted to hide her fears and anxieties from those around her. Only her parents and Lily truly know her insecurities. Flirting with Chase, her cousin Ash’s best friend, she feels a sense of calm around him for the past year or so.
Chase Masters counts himself lucky the day he made friends with Ash Williamson, ignoring his childhood drama and being taken in by the Williamson’s in his hour of need. He has loved Ash’s cousin Hope from afar for the last six years. Knowing that something happened when she was sixteen to dim the light in her eyes and make her way of situations and men. Getting his chance to be close to her on the dance floor one night, he is surprised when she allows him to put his hands on her before all hell breaks loose.
For years, Hope has felt that she is broken beyond repair, destined to live at home and has fear blocking any chance at love. Chase is different from anyone else; he brings a sense of calm and allows her to think that maybe she can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Chase enables Hope to take control of her life and sexuality, loving her and being there for her. But as they begin their happily ever after, will they be able to overcome past interferences from upset family members?
Tethered By Him: Merge Series Second Generation Book 4 by Kylie Kent
A Second Chance Romance
Published 14th October 2022
Format: Paperback and Kindle Edition
Pages: 274
Ava Williamson and Noah Hunt
Parents: Alyssa and Zac Williamson
This story contains content that can be considered dark, such as but not limited to: Discussions and scenes displaying post-traumatic stress. Adult language and content. If any of these are triggers for you, you should consider skipping this one.
Ava
I had my whole life figured out, down to the very last detail.
I was the good girl, top of my class.
Never went to parties or stayed out late.
I had a plan.
And that plan didn’t include him.
He left. I begged him not to go and he left anyway.
I wanted to hate him. I really tried to.
Then he came back. Or at least his body did. I’m not too sure where his mind is most days. Not anymore.
He says I’m still his good girl, but he doesn’t know what I’ve done.
Will he feel the same way when he finds out?
Noah
The tiny dancer had more fight in her than most guys at recruit training.
I’ve been watching her grow for a few years now, from a distance.
One night, that’s all it took to change both of our lives.
I’d say for the better.
She’d tell you for the worse.
Just when I had her where I wanted her, under me, around me, consuming me,
I was deployed.
I will come home to her though, because no matter how much ocean separates us, that tiny dancer, the good girl, is now mine.
I’m not sure what’s worse: the internal war raging inside my head, or the one I’m about to enter in order to get her back…
Totally Booked UK Review: Ballerina Ava Williamson loves to dance, but she isn’t feeling the party she’s attending with her friend Sophia. Seeing her friend about to hook back up with her on-off boyfriend, Ava decides that now is a good time to head home. Making her way to her car, she finds her front tyre has been slashed, and she contemplates who to call to help her. Trevor shows up and pushes her against the car. Attempting to get him off her, his weight is suddenly gone when she notices Noah Hunt is laying into Trevor.
Noah has been watching Ava from afar for the past four years, Two grades ahead of her at school, two years were spent just attempting to get her to notice him. Seeing her outside a party is his chance to spend time with her and get her to safety. Protective and possessive over her, he manages to get her to agree to get in his care when she has nobody to call about her car. Taking her up to a special lookout, they talk about their plans for the future.
Ava’s life is already busy with school dance and family commitments, but she somehow finds time to date Noah. Keeping their relationship quiet for six months, however, when he is due to meet her family, he heads off on a special forces mission despite promising her he would resign. Brokenhearted, she throws herself into dancing but finds out that she is pregnant and almost miscarries. After not speaking to Noah for 3 months, she finds out he is home, in hospital and suffering from memory loss. Will she be able to make him remember her? Their plans and the life they wanted together?
About Author Kylie Kent
Kylie Kent is an international Amazon Bestseller Author of Steamy, Dark and Delicious Romance, based in Australia. Kylie is living out her dream to deliver always and forever romances. after finding her own real life instant-love with her husband.
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