There's something achingly familiar about the look in fire marshal Chad Owens's eyes. Widowed mom Jeannie Nelworth knows firsthand what it is: loss, hurt and yes—bitterness. Ever since the fire that changed their lives, Jeannie's young son has borne that same look, pushing everyone away. So she's grateful when Chad tries to get through to the boy with the help of his trusty fire station dog. But the man who's all about safety and prevention keeps himself protected—from loving and losing again. Seems as if Jeannie will have to add his kind, guarded heart to her rebuilding efforts.
When firefighter Nick saves Miri from a fire at the school where she teaches, their attraction is immediate and sizzling. The heat of their passion quickly consumes them, but Miri's fear of commitment threatens to cool their blistering romance before it really begins. Sweet Escapes are novellas that get right to the point. They offer crazy insta-love, heart-pounding emotions, and improbable scenarios. They're identical to the Pure Escapes versions of each title, except there's no steam, no swearing, and nothing that would make your grandmother blush. They’re pure escapist fantasies. Enjoy!
One blizzard. Two opposites. And stolen kisses under the mistletoe. Josh Carson has a secret. As a firefighter he’s comfortable being sent in to save forests and wildlife, but in his spare time he creates delicate hair ribbons that are anything but masculine. When he finds Simone snowed in on Nymph Island--and she’d rather freeze than be saved by Mr. Tough Guy--he realizes that the only way to win her over and get her to safety is to take a risk and reveal his true self. Simone Pascal loves being independent and self-reliant--she’s never needed a man to save her, and yet she keeps falling into Josh’s arms at every turn, wanting him to rescue her. The worst part? She likes it. A lot. Which is a big problem since she’s rearranged her entire life to take on a new project—a baby via a sperm donor. Her life plans most definitely do not include anything as unpredictable as falling in love with Mr. Macho Firefighter, but that seems to be exactly what she’s doing. Will the two come to terms with their true selves in time to snag their happily ever after? Or will they be spending Christmas cold and alone? This is a strong heroine, billionaire heroine where opposites attract romance. Get snowed-in over Christmas in this sweet romance set in the small town of Port Carling Canada. NOTE: Includes a letter to Santa from the beloved character Tigger! --> Also available in audiobook--narrated by the fabulous Vanessa Moyen. Fall in love with the complete Summer Sisters series: Falling for the Movie Star (Book 1) Falling for the Boss (Book 2) Falling for the Single Dad (Book 3) Falling for the Bodyguard (Book 4) Falling for the Firefighter (Book 5) “The author does an amazing job with the storyline, the flow of her writing, and with the twists and turns that she throws into the story every so often to keep the reader on their toes. She writes so well that it is impossible NOT to get lost in the story and ignore the world around you!” --reader review from Stephenee, Nerd Girl Official. “The push pull that is happening between Simone and Josh is something many authors wish they could master and Jean has done it.” --reader review from Heather. “This maybe my favorite book of the series. All the characters finally have their HEA and I’m a little sad to see the series end.” --reader review from Kall.
A summer bargain…that could lead to forever. For firefighter Brady Adams, racing into burning buildings is no problem. Forgetting the kiss he once shared with aspiring flight attendant Kate Price — that’s a bigger challenge. Brady longs to buy a house and settle down, while free-spirited Kate insists that relationships have an expiration date. But as their no-strings summer fun deepens into tenderness, will Kate admit her heart has found a haven? Mills & Boon Cherish — Stories of love, compassion and happiness.
After twenty-six years in public safety, David Westbrook was at the top of his game. Married with four children, a former police officer, paramedic, firefighter and Lieutenant for the Baltimore County Fire Department, he was "living the dream". What he didn't know was that after years of repeated exposure to trauma such as children dying in his arms, an entire family being burned to death in a house fire, a police officer suicide and even a line of duty death within his own department, his dream would soon become a nightmare. Left untreated, David's undiagnosed PTSD began to change him, as his life began to spiral out of control. It wasn't until after hitting rock bottom, he realized he had a problem. The silent beast living inside him had stolen his happiness, confidence and his will to live. Lost, lonely and a broken shell of a man, David began to pick up the pieces and put his life back together. All of his self-destruction could have been avoided had he simply admitted there was a problem and not been afraid to ask for help. His pride along with the stigma associated with seeking mental health treatment within the fire service prevented him from asking for the help he so desperately needed, which nearly cost him his life. In this MUST-READ memoir, David gives a firsthand account of the damages that remaining silent caused him, and his family to endure. Intertwined with real life comedic experiences from his time on the job, it is sure to have you laughing as you learn a thing or two about mental health among firefighters and paramedics and the trauma they face from day to day. It's time to erase the stigma.
A Bachelor Firemen of San Gabriel story When a fashion magazine comes to San Gabriel’s Fire Station 1 for a photo shoot, firefighter Matt McBride thinks it’s going to be nothing but glamorous fun. But that all changes when a fire breaks out at the inn where the models are staying. Rescuing world-famous model Bianca Gallina should have been all in a day's work. But they say the deepest bonds form during a crisis. For Bianca, trapped under a collapsed roof, the fireman's voice is a lifeline. Even though she can’t get a good look at him, his calm strength and sexy Scottish accent are everything she needs. If she survives, she knows it’ll be thanks to him. Big “if.” No one could blame her for sharing some of her deepest secrets in case she doesn’t make it out. After the worst happens, the real rescue may be something neither of them expected—if they can find each other again.
To love and protect… sometimes means letting go. After her brother dies bravely battling a forest fire Laura Wheeler is left devastated. Becoming a Cape Pursuit volunteer firefighter seems like the perfect opportunity to take back control of her life. If only fire chief Tony Ruggles wasn’t so reluctant to train her. She doesn’t see the battle going on in his head - How can he train her to risk her life when he wants to protect her at all costs? The Cape Pursuit Firefighters series: In Love with the Firefighter The Firefighter’s Vow A Home for the Firefighter From Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.
This single mom doesn’t need rescuing—but her feelings for an Australian fireman may be too hot to handle . . . Jack Keller might be the hottest man in Australia, but ex-trauma nurse Liesel Adler didn’t travel halfway around the globe to fall straight into the arms of another hero! Her adorable son, Liam, is her priority now, and mysterious firefighter Jack is definitely in the No-Go Zone . . . But Jack’s “kiss of life” sparks a fire in Liesel’s heart that she just can’t extinguish, no matter how hard she tries. Is Jack—the last man she expected to fall for—the one man to heal her broken heart? Praise for Annie O’Neil’s writing “Sparkling.” —Laura Kemp, author of Bring Me Sunshine “Heartwarming, funny.” —Debbie Johnson, author of Maybe One Day
Ruby, Dana, Brazil, and Jessie--choose the extraordinary when they join the Minneapolis Fire Department. Prepared to fight literal fires, none of them anticipates the threats lurking in the dark corners of the firehouse. Is it better to secure her own place in a flawed system or fight for a better system for everyone?
