Hammered By Lili Valente May 2026

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

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

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

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. Broken-down clown schools