Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Grump and the Girl Next Door | 2024 | Ellie Hall | Buy |
| 2 | The Bitter Heir and the Beauty | 2025 | Ellie Hall | Buy |
Ellie Hall started the On the Hunt for Love series in 2024 with The Grump and the Girl Next Door, a romance built on the grumpy hero/cheerful heroine dynamic. The Bitter Heir and the Beauty followed in 2025, taking its cue from Beauty and the Beast with a brooding, wealthy heir and the woman who gets past his rough exterior.
With only two books so far, this is one of Hall’s smaller series, but the fairy-tale-inspired framing gives it a clear identity. The titles telegraph the tropes, which is useful for readers who know exactly what kind of romance they are in the mood for. Both books are clean romances in Hall’s typical style, and readers who enjoy updated takes on classic story structures will find these a good fit.### content/series/socal-summer-kisses/index.md DESCRIPTION: SoCal Summer Kisses is a sweet romance series by Ellie Hall set against sun-soaked Southern California beaches, following couples who find love during unforgettable summers. GENRES: Clean Romance, Contemporary Romance, Summer Romance FAQ3_Q: What is the setting of the SoCal Summer Kisses series? FAQ3_A: The series takes place in Southern California, with beach towns and sunny coastlines as the backdrop for each love story. The warm, relaxed atmosphere of SoCal summers plays a big role in setting the mood for the romances that unfold across the books. BODY: The SoCal Summer Kisses series by Ellie Hall delivers feel-good romance with a coastal California vibe. Starting with We Go Together and The One I Want in 2024, the series pairs sun, sand, and sweet love stories that are perfect for poolside reading. Hopelessly Devoted rounds out the 2024 releases, and Endless Summer Nights (2025) continues the warm-weather romance.
Each book in the series works as a standalone read while sharing the same sunny setting and lighthearted tone. Fans of clean romance will appreciate that the focus stays on emotional connection, first kisses, and the giddy rush of falling for someone new. If you like your love stories with a side of ocean breeze and golden hour sunsets, this series is a great pick.