The Oxford Blue Series #2

The Second Time I Saw You

If you can't get enough of E. L. James, Sylvia Day and Samantha Young, you'll love this passionate romance. 
 
It's the beginning of a new term at Wyckham College, Oxford, and a fresh start for Lauren Cusack. 
 
Her fingers were badly burnt when a whirlwind romance with gorgeous English aristocrat, Alexander Hunt, became too hot to handle - and now she's determined to keep her distance. 
 
But her resolve is shaken when Alexander appears on her doorstep, completely torn apart after hearing devastating news. 
 
Lauren knows that she should stay away, but their chemistry is undeniable and she soon finds herself back in Alexander's arms. 
 
Can Lauren handle the drama that comes with Alexander Hunt? Or will she have to sacrifice the most exhilarating passion she's ever known . . . 
 
You won't be able to put down the sizzling second novel in Pippa Croft's Oxford Blue romance series. 
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'This series has me hooked' 5***** reader review 
 
'Seriously addictive!' 5***** reader review 
 
'An exciting, sexy read' 5***** reader review 
 
'Absolutely gripping romance with plenty of heat' 5***** reader review

Croft (mainstream romance author Phillipa Ashley) kicks off her Oxford Blues new adult contemporary trilogy with an angsty yet appealing romance. Lauren Cusack, the daughter of a U.S. senator, leaves Washington, D.C., for a year abroad at Oxford, studying for a master's degree in the history of art and visual culture. Alexander Hunt is a compellingly broken English aristocrat. The author is an Oxford alum herself, and she writes with authority about what happens when an upper-crust Brit meets a fearless American.

A very well deserved five stars, a fabulous emotion filled, dramatic read!

A very steamy NA with a sprinkling of Downton-Abbey-esqueold money traditions and snobbery. And I freaking loved it.

With a great setting, fantastic characters and a passionate love story, The First Time We Met is a great read in the New Adult genre.

I absolutely cannot wait for book 3!

Pippa Croft captures the overwhelming physical attraction between Lauren and Alexander. It was hot. REALLY hot.

Pippa Croft is the pen name of an award-winning romantic novelist. After studying English at Oxford, she worked as a copywriter and journalist before writing her debut novel, which won the RNA's New Writers' award and was later made into a TV movie. The Oxford Blue series are available as Penguin paperbacks and ebooks.

The beginning of a new term at Wyckham College, Oxford: Lauren Cusack had her fingers badly burnt last time when a whirlwind romance with gorgeous English aristocrat, Alexander Hunt, became too hot to handle. Now, she's determined to stay away. 
 
 Her resolve is shaken when Alexander turns to her in a desperate time of need. Lauren knows that she should stay away, but their chemistry is undeniable and she soon finds herself back in Alexander's arms. 
 
 Can Lauren handle the drama that comes with Alexander Hunt? Or will she have to sacrifice the most exhilarating passion she's ever known.

The Oxford Blue Series #1

The First Time We Met

Fans of E. L. James, Sylvia Day and Samantha Young will love this sizzling new romance . . . 
 
 When US Senator's daughter Lauren Cusack arrives at the enchanting Wyckham College of Oxford University, she hopes to mend her broken heart by throwing herself into her studies. 
 
 But then English aristocrat Alexander Hunt walks into her life and everything changes. 
 
Handsome, brooding, and with his own dark past to escape, Alexander is exactly what Lauren doesn't need - but she finds herself helplessly drawn towards him. 
 
 Both Alexander and Lauren know that they should stay away from each other . . . but sometimes desire is so powerful that it conquers all else. 
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 'Definitely a page turner . . .I couldn't wait to know what happened next' 5 ***** reader review 
 
'The steamy scenes are hot page turners that will have you addicted and reading on and on' 5 ***** reader review 
 
'I am totally in love with this series' 5 ***** reader review 
 
'So addictive, sexy and exciting' 5 ***** reader review

Croft (mainstream romance author Phillipa Ashley) kicks off her Oxford Blues new adult contemporary trilogy with an angsty yet appealing romance. Lauren Cusack, the daughter of a U.S. senator, leaves Washington, D.C., for a year abroad at Oxford, studying for a master's degree in the history of art and visual culture. Alexander Hunt is a compellingly broken English aristocrat. The author is an Oxford alum herself, and she writes with authority about what happens when an upper-crust Brit meets a fearless American.

With a great setting, fantastic characters and a passionate love story, The First Time We Met is a great read in the New Adult genre.

When US Senator's daughter, Lauren Cusack, arrives at the enchanting Wyckham College of Oxford University she hopes to mend her broken heart by throwing herself into her studies. 
 
But then English aristocrat Alexander Hunt walks into her life and everything changes. Handsome, brooding, and with his own dark past to escape, Alexander is exactly what Lauren doesn't need - but she finds herself helplessly drawn to him. 
 
Both Alexander and Lauren know that they should stay away from each other . . . but sometimes desire is so powerful that is conquers all else.

Pippa Croft

The Oxford Blue Series #3

'Captain Hunt has been involved a serious incident.' 
 
 This call changes everything for Lauren Cusack. Her relationship with impossibly handsome aristocrat Alexander Hunt has been turbulent, passionate, and addictive, and now she rushes to his side knowing she will inevitably be sucked back into his world. 
 
 And sure enough, Alexander remains an intoxicating cocktail Lauren cannot resist and despite everything she finds herself happier than ever. 
 
 As Lauren's final term at Wyckham College races by, she is offered the perfect job back in Washington. With Alexander tied to his Estate, the fragility of their romance hits home.

Third Time Lucky

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Croft (mainstream romance author Phillipa Ashley) kicks off her Oxford Blues new adult contemporary trilogy with an angsty yet appealing romance. Lauren Cusack, the daughter of a U.S. senator, leaves Washingt ...

A very well deserved five stars, a fabulous emotion filled, dramatic read!

A very steamy NA with a sprinkling of Downton-Abbey-esqueold money traditions and snobbery. And I freaking loved it.

Croft (mainstream romance author Phillipa Ashley) kicks off her Oxford Blues new adult contemporary trilogy with an angsty yet appealing romance. Lauren Cusack, the daughter of a U.S. senator, leaves Washingt ...

A very well deserved five stars, a fabulous emotion filled, dramatic read!

A very steamy NA with a sprinkling of Downton-Abbey-esqueold money traditions and snobbery. And I freaking loved it.

Croft (mainstream romance author Phillipa Ashley) kicks off her Oxford Blues new adult contemporary trilogy with an angsty yet appealing romance. Lauren Cusack, the daughter of a U.S. senator, leaves Washingt ...

A very well deserved five stars, a fabulous emotion filled, dramatic read!

A very steamy NA with a sprinkling of Downton-Abbey-esqueold money traditions and snobbery. And I freaking loved it.

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