Although it’s unnecessary to read the Blushing books in order, readers will get more context and continuity by reading them in publication order,[2-3] which coincides with their chronological order,[4-5] by following this sequence:
| Order | Cover | Title | First published | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
You, Me, and Forever | 2025[2] | Introduces Blushing, its wedding business, and the community. |
| 2 |  |
Love You, Mean It | 2025[3] | Builds on Violet and Charlie’s connection and the town’s ongoing changes. |
1. You, Me, and Forever
You, Me, and Forever (2025)[2] follows wedding planner Montana Kingsley as the impending demolition of the Seaside Inn puts her work and childhood memories at risk. Her conflict with developer Myles St. James develops into a romance complicated by their opposing plans, family histories, and different expectations for the future.[4]
This novel establishes Blushing’s community, businesses, and recurring relationships while bringing Montana and Myles’s romance to a resolution.[4]
2. Love You, Mean It
Love You, Mean It (2025)[3] follows wedding planner Violet Beaumont as she moves into contractor Charlie Huxley’s guesthouse after her home floods. Their arguments over the renovation lead to a relationship that draws Violet into the life of Charlie’s young daughter, Harper.[5]
The novel expands the community introduced in You, Me, and Forever and develops a supporting relationship from that book into a complete, family-centered romance.[5]
References
- Blushing (2 book series) Kindle Edition. Amazon.com.
- You, Me, and Forever (Blushing): Pavlov, Laura: 9781662525438. Amazon.com.
- Love You, Mean It (Blushing): 9781662525452. Amazon.com.
- You, Me, and Forever. Montlake. ISBN: 9781662525438.
- Love You, Mean It. Montlake. ISBN: 9781662525452.