Sparks in Texas Series by Mari Carr, Kelli Collins

I Do is the easy part. Happily ever after? Not so much. Evan and Annie are deeply in love, but that hasn't stopped tension from creating cracks in their relationship. Determined not to fail his wife, Evan takes action before those cracks become craters, damaging their marriage irreparably. Over the Fourth of July weekend, he'll reignite Annie's passion with his own brand of fireworks. Stand back and watch the sparks fly... moreI Do is the easy part. Happily ever after? Not so much. Evan and Annie are deeply in love, but that hasn't stopped tension from creating cracks in their relationship. Determined not to fail his wife, Evan takes action before those cracks become craters, damaging their marriage irreparably. Over the Fourth of July weekend, he'll reignite Annie's passion with his own brand of fireworks. Stand back and watch the sparks fly. *Break out the fireworks and get ready to kick off your summer with this HOT new collection of stories. Sparks Fly is part of the Red Hot and BOOM multi-author series (stands alone for reading enjoyment). less

How do you protect the woman you love…when the greatest danger is sleeping in her bed? Sydney Sparks can’t remember a time when Chas wasn’t part of her life—from childhood playmates, to high-school sweethearts, to long-distance friends. Now, after twelve long years, Chas is leaving the Marines and coming home. Sydney’s thrilled to have him back on American soil, safe and sound, even if his return is doing funny things to her heart... moreHow do you protect the woman you love…when the greatest danger is sleeping in her bed? Sydney Sparks can’t remember a time when Chas wasn’t part of her life—from childhood playmates, to high-school sweethearts, to long-distance friends. Now, after twelve long years, Chas is leaving the Marines and coming home. Sydney’s thrilled to have him back on American soil, safe and sound, even if his return is doing funny things to her heart. The second he stepped off the plane and locked gazes with Sydney, Chas refused to waste a minute more on their “just friends” status quo. Together again, it feels as if they were never apart, the love they’d shared as innocent teens now vastly more intense as adults—with a sexual hunger to match. However, despite his newfound happiness, Chas can’t seem to shake the memories of his tours in the Middle East, of the firefights, the killing…the deaths of his friends. When the flashbacks grow stronger, Chas struggles to hide his increasing lack of control, terrified of losing everything he’d just regained—including Sydney. less

Jeannette's life is. .. nice. Great job in the family restaurant, cute house, sweet cat. All very nice. .. and boring. .. and maybe a little lonely. But she'll suffer that price for the safety she desperately covets. Now, if only something could keep her safe from the temptation that is Luc and Diego. The gorgeous firemen are a danger to her libido, if not her heart. Lovers Luc and Diego have had a hunger for the pretty cook at Sparks Barbecue since they rolled into town three years ago... moreJeannette's life is. .. nice. Great job in the family restaurant, cute house, sweet cat. All very nice. .. and boring. .. and maybe a little lonely. But she'll suffer that price for the safety she desperately covets. Now, if only something could keep her safe from the temptation that is Luc and Diego. The gorgeous firemen are a danger to her libido, if not her heart. Lovers Luc and Diego have had a hunger for the pretty cook at Sparks Barbecue since they rolled into town three years ago. But everyone knows Jeannette doesn't date, so the men's lust seems destined to go unslaked, no matter how much they want her in their bed. If friendship is all she's willing to offer, Luc and Diego will greedily take it. That changes quickly when an arsonist throws Jeannette in harm's way, forcing her to find security and comfort in Luc and Diego's arms. But the trio's simmering heat is barely a flicker before the men learn Jeannette has secrets that run dark and deep. .. presenting them with a challenge unlike any they've yet to face. Note: This book contains a scene of abuse from 16-year-old Jeannette's past. less

Jeannette's life is. .. nice. Great job in the family restaurant, cute house, sweet cat. All very nice. .. and boring. .. and maybe a little lonely. But she'll suffer that price for the safety she desperately covets. Now, if only something could keep her safe from the temptation that is Luc and Diego. The gorgeous firemen are a danger to her libido, if not her heart. Lovers Luc and Diego have had a hunger for the pretty cook at Sparks Barbecue since they rolled into town three years ago... moreJeannette's life is. .. nice. Great job in the family restaurant, cute house, sweet cat. All very nice. .. and boring. .. and maybe a little lonely. But she'll suffer that price for the safety she desperately covets. Now, if only something could keep her safe from the temptation that is Luc and Diego. The gorgeous firemen are a danger to her libido, if not her heart. Lovers Luc and Diego have had a hunger for the pretty cook at Sparks Barbecue since they rolled into town three years ago. But everyone knows Jeannette doesn't date, so the men's lust seems destined to go unslaked, no matter how much they want her in their bed. If friendship is all she's willing to offer, Luc and Diego will greedily take it. That changes quickly when an arsonist throws Jeannette in harm's way, forcing her to find security and comfort in Luc and Diego's arms. But the trio's simmering heat is barely a flicker before the men learn Jeannette has secrets that run dark and deep. .. presenting them with a challenge unlike any they've yet to face. Note: This book contains a scene of abuse from 16-year-old Jeannette's past. less

Tyson Sparks finds love with the girl of his dreams. And his best friend. When Harley returns home after a year away, her best friends and bandmates, Caleb and Tyson, are there waiting for her. After all, the men have had twelve long months to worry about Harley's real reason for leaving Maris. Shortly after her brother's death, they made a mistake. One that haunts them and keeps them up all night, tossing and turning--with desire. They kissed her. Together... moreTyson Sparks finds love with the girl of his dreams. And his best friend. When Harley returns home after a year away, her best friends and bandmates, Caleb and Tyson, are there waiting for her. After all, the men have had twelve long months to worry about Harley's real reason for leaving Maris. Shortly after her brother's death, they made a mistake. One that haunts them and keeps them up all night, tossing and turning--with desire. They kissed her. Together. Harley left Texas and headed to Florida to mourn her beloved brother, escape her screwed-up parents and to figure out these new feelings she has for Ty and Cal. The three of them grew up together and there was nothing on earth more precious to her than their friendship. So why is she now imagining the three of them doing the horizontal mambo. And what the hell would the guys think if she told them she wanted them both? Would they be willing to throw convention and society's rules to the curb? Or would they force her to choose? After years spent in limbo, Harley is ready for an adventure. And it includes love, laughter, skinny-dipping, music and the two men who make her heart dance. less

Macie Sparks' number-one talent is talking. She's a huge fan of her own voice. Always has been. But lately the resident Queen of Gossip has been feeling blue. While she's helped several of her cousins find their happily ever afters, she can't help but think she missed the boat somewhere. Lucky for her, widower Hank Cooper is pretty fond of her stories and her off-color jokes and basically everything else Macie has to offer... moreMacie Sparks' number-one talent is talking. She's a huge fan of her own voice. Always has been. But lately the resident Queen of Gossip has been feeling blue. While she's helped several of her cousins find their happily ever afters, she can't help but think she missed the boat somewhere. Lucky for her, widower Hank Cooper is pretty fond of her stories and her off-color jokes and basically everything else Macie has to offer. After the death of his beloved wife, Hank found his way to Sparks Barbeque, where Macie caught his eye. The more time he spends with her, the more Hank starts to think that maybe lightning can strike twice. That a man can find two loves of a lifetime. And while all Macie knows is dating and keeping it casual and staying single, Hank isn't willing to dance to her tune. Because he wants Macie in his bed. .. and his life. .. forever. less

She might be too big to sit on Santa’s lap, but Adele still has a couple of Christmas wishes. First, a night in Porter’s bed. The alpha cowboy is the king of one-night stands, so it shouldn’t be too much to ask. Follow it up with a White Christmas in Texas? She’ll have gotten everything she wants. Porter doesn’t believe in asking for what he wants, but he’s got a couple of problems. He believes in riding it down and roping it up. If he gets Adele in his bed, he’s not planning to let her go... moreShe might be too big to sit on Santa’s lap, but Adele still has a couple of Christmas wishes. First, a night in Porter’s bed. The alpha cowboy is the king of one-night stands, so it shouldn’t be too much to ask. Follow it up with a White Christmas in Texas? She’ll have gotten everything she wants. Porter doesn’t believe in asking for what he wants, but he’s got a couple of problems. He believes in riding it down and roping it up. If he gets Adele in his bed, he’s not planning to let her go. But there’s his reputation to overcome, and her stubbornness to boot. It might just take a holiday miracle to convince her to stay all year. less

Xander left his hometown right after high school graduation, driven to big city life by his lofty ambitions. Returning home for a New Year’s Eve wedding, he’s blindsided by his immediate and overpowering attraction to the maid of honor, who happens to be one of his little brother’s best friends... moreXander left his hometown right after high school graduation, driven to big city life by his lofty ambitions. Returning home for a New Year’s Eve wedding, he’s blindsided by his immediate and overpowering attraction to the maid of honor, who happens to be one of his little brother’s best friends. Gia Sparks is all grown up, and the way she’s looking at him makes him think she might enjoy it if he pushed the beautiful—younger—woman facedown over his bed, spanked her, and demanded she call him Daddy. Gia has had a crush on Xander Carter for more years than she cares to count, the man starring in too many of her racy fantasies. Unfortunately, she’s well aware that the wealthy, sexy older man is completely of her league. Or at least he was…until he drags her under the mistletoe at a holiday party, then drives her home, making all her wildest, kinkiest dreams come true. Their one-night stand turns into a whirlwind two-week affair. But what happens when the wedding is over, the clock strikes midnight, and it’s time for Xander to once more leave small-town life behind? less

Forever starts now. Paige Sparks has always played by the rules—valedictorian, family girl, and now the no-nonsense office manager of her family’s famous barbecue joint in the heart of Maris, Texas. While her cousins find love and start families of their own, Paige is stuck managing spreadsheets, supplier drama, and the crushing realization that predictability has become her entire life... moreForever starts now. Paige Sparks has always played by the rules—valedictorian, family girl, and now the no-nonsense office manager of her family’s famous barbecue joint in the heart of Maris, Texas. While her cousins find love and start families of their own, Paige is stuck managing spreadsheets, supplier drama, and the crushing realization that predictability has become her entire life. When she decides to renovate the charming old house she just bought, hiring the new carpenter in town seems like the perfect solution—until she realizes the man holding the hammer is none other than Hudson Ryan. The same Hudson who tormented her in high school, then vanished without a trace. The years have changed Hudson. Beneath the tattoos and cocky grin is a man shaped by hardship, hard work, and hard-won redemption. Paige wants to believe people can change, but trusting Hudson may be the biggest risk she’s ever taken. As the walls come down—both in the house and between their hearts—old grudges ignite into something neither of them saw coming. In a town where everyone knows your name and your business, Paige and Hudson must decide if their unexpected spark is just a flicker of the past… or the start of something real. less