Detroit Heat Series by Davida Lynn

Life in the fire service isn’t for the weak. Nothing about Kade is weak, but every man has his breaking point. After two tragic events while battling fires, he begins to feel doubt creeping into his life. Is Kade really cut out to be part of Detroit’s Engine 37? Is he really cut out to battle blazes? Layne has devoted her life to helping those in need. She's looking for a man with the same moral compass... moreLife in the fire service isn’t for the weak. Nothing about Kade is weak, but every man has his breaking point. After two tragic events while battling fires, he begins to feel doubt creeping into his life. Is Kade really cut out to be part of Detroit’s Engine 37? Is he really cut out to battle blazes? Layne has devoted her life to helping those in need. She's looking for a man with the same moral compass. Finding someone that shares her passion has done hell for her love life, but when a handsome firefighter comes to volunteer at her community kitchen, Layne can’t let another chance slip through her fingers. Kade and Layne are on cloud nine until his past catches up with him. With the weight of the world on his back, can Kade come out on top? Can Layne do what she does best for the man she loves? Will they survive the flames together? less

It's not how hard we fall, it's how we take the hit. After an injury that nearly kills him, Rico has a long recovery ahead of him if he ever wants to fight fire again. His confidence bordering on cockiness is replaced with fear and depression, and he all but gives up on his dreams of returning to his career as a firefighter. Lizzie doesn't take no for an answer. She is a tough physical therapist who knows with the right motivation, Rico can overcome all of his injuries... moreIt's not how hard we fall, it's how we take the hit. After an injury that nearly kills him, Rico has a long recovery ahead of him if he ever wants to fight fire again. His confidence bordering on cockiness is replaced with fear and depression, and he all but gives up on his dreams of returning to his career as a firefighter. Lizzie doesn't take no for an answer. She is a tough physical therapist who knows with the right motivation, Rico can overcome all of his injuries. After the long rehabilitation process, she is confident he’ll return to work without any lasting effects. The two have a hard road. Their feelings grow as they train together week in and week out. Soon, their professional relationship is getting in the way of their personal one. Both Lizzie and Rico face some of the hardest decisions of their lives. Career or love? Present or future? Success or failure? less

No man can stand against the flames forever. Jonah can't take it anymore. He's sick of the macho firefighter mentality. It caused him to lose the love of his life, and he can't work without that reminder hanging over his head. He would rather transfer anywhere if it meant a second chance with Abbey. Abbey is tough. She knows what it's like to be a woman in a man's profession, so when Jonah comes to her begging for another shot, she's not about to give in right away... moreNo man can stand against the flames forever. Jonah can't take it anymore. He's sick of the macho firefighter mentality. It caused him to lose the love of his life, and he can't work without that reminder hanging over his head. He would rather transfer anywhere if it meant a second chance with Abbey. Abbey is tough. She knows what it's like to be a woman in a man's profession, so when Jonah comes to her begging for another shot, she's not about to give in right away. He's going to have to prove himself before she risks her heart a second time. Jonah has to fight his instincts, his brothers, and his career to make up for his mistakes in the past. Can he prove to Abbey that running into burning buildings isn't the only way to be a hero? less