Paper Hearts (WaterColor Beach Romances #3)
Jenn Bridges

Reese spent her life striving towards her goals. She was going to be a lieutenant with the Atlanta Fire Department. Reese almost had the life of her dreams. She was a firefighter in Atlanta, and she was engaged to her longtime girlfriend. But one night of tragedy left her injured and unsure of her future. Now here she is one year later, living with her parents, jobless, and girlfriendless. Her life lacks direction and Reese feels stagnant. Until she happens to stumble into Happy Paws Wagging Tails Rescue. That's where she meets Jordan. Reese is instantly attracted to Jordan. And when Jordan asks her out, Reese can't help but say yes. But everytime Jordan gets close, Reese remembers the scars from her injury. She remembers the nightmares that plague her sleep. Reese can't let Jordan get too close, but she's entranced by Jordan. Can she trust Jordan enough to let her inside? If you enjoy a slow burn romance, with fun side characters then this is the romance for you.