Hammered By Lili Valente Apr 2026

Broken-down clown schools, kittens, and several run-ins with the local law. Why Readers Love It

The story follows Jace O’Dell, the town's resident "bad boy" bartender, and Olivia Moonbeam, a Vespa-riding, aura-reading hippie. When Olivia realizes Jace is being blackmailed into marrying a "kindergarten teacher from hell," she does the only logical thing: she kidnaps him from the altar. Hammered by Lili Valente

Readers on Amazon have highlighted the book’s surprisingly deep moments, including insights on healing from the past and the weight of words. If you're looking for a "banging hot happily ever after" that starts with a Vespa sidecar getaway, Hammered delivers "straight up, no chaser". Pippa Grant answers your questions — Ask the Author Broken-down clown schools, kittens, and several run-ins with

A hedgehog with a "humping hobby," a super-sleuthy squirrel, and an overly amorous alpaca. Readers on Amazon have highlighted the book’s surprisingly

If you like your romance with a side of "did that really just happen?", then (Book 2 in the Happy Cat series) by Lili Valente and Pippa Grant is your next must-read. This laugh-out-loud romantic comedy takes the "small-town" trope and turns it upside down, featuring everything from accidental kidnappings to a very judgmental squirrel. The Setup: At the Altar and On the Run

Critics and fans alike praise the book for its and steamy romance . While it works perfectly as a standalone , it captures the eccentric spirit that Valente and Grant are known for in their collaborative work.

What follows is a chaotic, dual-POV journey through the quirky town of Happy Cat, where Jace and Olivia must navigate their undeniable chemistry while dealing with: A scheming ex-fiancée who won't let go.