Hammered By Lili Valente Apr 2026

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.

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. Hammered by Lili Valente

Broken-down clown schools, kittens, and several run-ins with the local law. Why Readers Love It What follows is a chaotic, dual-POV journey through

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 Broken-down clown schools, kittens, and several run-ins with

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

A hedgehog with a "humping hobby," a super-sleuthy squirrel, and an overly amorous alpaca.

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.