Hillary Slaughter
State: Utah
Hillary Slaughter crafts heartwarming, clean contemporary romances full of witty banter, strong friendships, and the cozy comforts of real connection. She debuted with Love Letter Lost, the first book in her Lost Roommates series, which celebrates roommates finding love in unexpected places. Her stories blend humor, emotional depth, and small-town charm—often inspired by her own Utah adventures and crafting hobbies. A hiking enthusiast and self-proclaimed Diet Dr Pepper lover, she pulls inspiration from Wyoming road trips, hidden cafes, and long conversations with her characters. Hillary writes for readers who want to laugh, swoon, and believe in love’s power to bring people home.
Genres: Romance
Audiences: Adult
Books by Hillary Slaughter
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The Ruse of Romancing
Genre: Romance
Audience: Adult
Tags: Romantic Comedy, Small-Town Romance
The Ruse of Romancing by Hillary Slaughter is a witty, slow-burn contemporary romance set against the charm of the Oregon coast. When bestselling author Dani Baldwin moves in to find inspiration, she doesn’t expect to clash with her too-charming neighbor Mason, a heartbreaker with a strict no-attachments policy. But when Mason pretends to be someone else to help his career—and to get closer to Dani—their flirtatious banter and growing chemistry threaten to turn into something real. With small-town coziness, laugh-out-loud banter, and a dash of deception, this romcom is perfect for readers who love Gilmore Girls–style warmth with Pillow Talk–level romance.
Lost Roommates
Genre: Romance
Audience: Adult
Tags: Romantic Comedy
The Lost Roommates series by Hillary Slaughter is a heartwarming collection of interconnected standalone romances that follow a group of women whose paths first crossed as college roommates—and who now find themselves stumbling into love in the most unexpected ways. From second-chance sparks with a long-lost love, to road trip banter that turns into something more, to friends realizing they might be perfect for each other, each story blends humor, vulnerability, and swoony closed-door romance. With themes of self-discovery, healing, and the courage to embrace change, this series is perfect for fans of sweet contemporary romance full of relatable heroines, witty banter, and cozy seasonal vibes.