Seattle Steam Series by Shelli Stevens

Madison Phillips is focused on making her new coffee shop a success. She also wouldn’t mind if the sexiest cop in Seattle, Gabriel Martinez, would start seeing her as more than just his best friend’s little sister. When her shop gets robbed and she’s the only one who can identify the increasingly violent Espresso Bandit, Gabe’s there to keep her safe... moreMadison Phillips is focused on making her new coffee shop a success. She also wouldn’t mind if the sexiest cop in Seattle, Gabriel Martinez, would start seeing her as more than just his best friend’s little sister. When her shop gets robbed and she’s the only one who can identify the increasingly violent Espresso Bandit, Gabe’s there to keep her safe. Having Gabe act as her personal bodyguard is certainly no hardship, and Maddy’s ready to try anything to tempt him into providing some hands-on protection. This title was previously published. It’s been significantly revised with new scenes added. less

Christy Wallace is a respectable Spanish teacher, but during the summer lets her sultry side shine as a salsa dancing instructor. When a sexy country boy named Adam starts taking her classes, she starts falling hard.At the same time, she promises her gay best friend that she’ll briefly pose as his girlfriend to meet his family, she doesn’t think a little game of pretend will hurt anyone. It certainly won’t get in the way of her new relationship. Or will it?Adam’s just not any country boy... moreChristy Wallace is a respectable Spanish teacher, but during the summer lets her sultry side shine as a salsa dancing instructor. When a sexy country boy named Adam starts taking her classes, she starts falling hard.At the same time, she promises her gay best friend that she’ll briefly pose as his girlfriend to meet his family, she doesn’t think a little game of pretend will hurt anyone. It certainly won’t get in the way of her new relationship. Or will it?Adam’s just not any country boy. He’s the owner of Adam’s Apples, the fastest-growing cider business in Washington. To his own surprise, one night with Christy has him thinking long-term. That is until he walks into a restaurant for a family lunch and finds Christy on the arm of his brother. less

There's a snowstorm barrelling down on Seattle, and Heather's committed to being at her cousin's party on the other side of the mountains. When a sexy man from her past offers her a ride, she only briefly questions her sanity before accepting. Tony has never forgotten Heather, or their brief encounter at a party over the summer. Back then she was dating his co-worker, but now that's she single he's not about to let her walk out of his life again... moreThere's a snowstorm barrelling down on Seattle, and Heather's committed to being at her cousin's party on the other side of the mountains. When a sexy man from her past offers her a ride, she only briefly questions her sanity before accepting. Tony has never forgotten Heather, or their brief encounter at a party over the summer. Back then she was dating his co-worker, but now that's she single he's not about to let her walk out of his life again. If driving her over a mountain pass is what it'll take to win her over, he's sure as hell going to give it a try. Even with the temperature outside falling, it isn't long before things inside the car start heating up. less

(Same as Melting Point) Heather had just left her salon on the way to a Christmas party at her cousin's house when it began to snow. Quinton hasn't been able to stop thinking about Heather since he met her a few months ago, so when he spots her walking down the street, he can't resist stopping to offer her a ride......anywhere she wants to go......even when he finds out that her destination is three hours away through the mountains... more(Same as Melting Point) Heather had just left her salon on the way to a Christmas party at her cousin's house when it began to snow. Quinton hasn't been able to stop thinking about Heather since he met her a few months ago, so when he spots her walking down the street, he can't resist stopping to offer her a ride......anywhere she wants to go......even when he finds out that her destination is three hours away through the mountains. When the mountain pass is closed for snow removal, leaving Quinton and Heather temporarily stranded by the side of the road, they decide to generate their own heat to pass the time. less

He's going to show this wedding crasher just how dirty the outdoors can be. Seattle Steam, Book 3 Allison Siegel is out to stop a wedding. With one of her best childhood friends about to marry a gold-digger, who wouldn't at least try to stage an intervention? Apparently, her other childhood bestie, Clint. The minute Allie grew out of her sneakers and into her curves, Clint's hormones went ballistic... moreHe's going to show this wedding crasher just how dirty the outdoors can be. Seattle Steam, Book 3 Allison Siegel is out to stop a wedding. With one of her best childhood friends about to marry a gold-digger, who wouldn't at least try to stage an intervention? Apparently, her other childhood bestie, Clint. The minute Allie grew out of her sneakers and into her curves, Clint's hormones went ballistic. But she had eyes only for Ken, so Clint made himself scarce, even after the relationship fizzled. Now she's back, looking better than ever--and hell-bent on sabotaging Ken's wedding. So Clint knows he needs to do whatever it takes to head her off at the pass. Kidnapped! Allison can't believe it. Now she's stuck in the Montana backwoods fending off nature's friends, and fighting a losing battle to resist Clint--the sexiest forest ranger on the planet. Clint has big plans for Allie. Not only will he convince a city girl that she needs to embrace her inner nature freak, but he's going to prove there's sparks flying in more places than just the campfire. Warning: This book contains a city girl out of her element, a forest ranger determined to keep her there, and a campfire seduction hot enough to melt more than just marshmallows. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. "This is ridiculous!" She stared out at the blur of trees as they sped down a deserted road. "Where are we going?" "Away," he answered ambiguously. "Away," she mimicked him. "We're going away? What the hell kind of answer is that?" "The only answer you're getting right now. And watch your mouth. I know your mom taught you better." "Didn't your mom teach you that kidnapping is a felony ?" she shot back and slapped the window again. "If you break my window it's going to seriously piss me off, Allie." "Well, guess what? I'm already pissed." Slap . Her hand connected with the glass again and again. "Maybe you should have taken that into account when you abducted me, Clint." She nearly fell out of her seat as he swerved the car to the side of the road. Was he going to let her go? Leave her stuck on some random back road? Hell, she didn't care, she'd hike her way back to her car if she had to. He climbed out of the vehicle and came around her side, wrenching open the door. "Get out." Relief flooded through her. He was letting her go. Finally. She scooted out the door, making the jump down to the ground and smoothing her dress back down her thighs. "Well, it's about time you came to your senses--oh!" He jerked her hard against him, both of her wrists in one of his massive hands. "Maybe I didn't make myself clear," he murmured, his gaze full of determination and something else...something hot. Something that sent a jolt of heat straight from her stomach to between her legs. Her pulse quickened and she dragged in a shuddering breath, tugging at her hands. "Have you gone completely insane?" she whispered. "Maybe." His lips twisted, his gaze roving over her face. "Or maybe I'm just willing to go to any lengths to make sure you don't break up Kenneth's wedding." "I'm not..." She ran her tongue over her suddenly dry lips. less