Serenity Bay Series by Callie Timmins

It only takes one spark ...Determined to tame the beast that claimed his parents when he was young, Jackson Davidson worked hard, climbing the ranks within the fire department to attain the role of captain before the age of thirty. Gruff and cynical, he takes no nonsense from anyone. He’s sworn off all relationships because there is no way he's going to be responsible for someone else enduring the same heartache he did. Besides, his sister and niece are enough family for him... moreIt only takes one spark ...Determined to tame the beast that claimed his parents when he was young, Jackson Davidson worked hard, climbing the ranks within the fire department to attain the role of captain before the age of thirty. Gruff and cynical, he takes no nonsense from anyone. He’s sworn off all relationships because there is no way he's going to be responsible for someone else enduring the same heartache he did. Besides, his sister and niece are enough family for him.Or they had been, until a blonde schoolteacher crashes into his life and makes him confront the doubts he's clung to for so long.Moving to Serenity Bay with her son was the biggest step out of her comfort zone for widowed teacher Madeleine Cleary. That, and volunteering to be the photographer for Serenity Bay Elementary’s fundraising calendar. Especially when said calendar involves snapping images of the handsome, yet obstinate fire captain who fills her thoughts, despite every attempt to block him out. But she swore off men until her son, Henry, was older. She doesn't need the complexity of a relationship in her life when she's just trying to get by. But just one look from the handsome firefighter is all it takes to ignite something deep within, and soon they are both battling to overcome fears that could keep them apart.A sweet contemporary romance in The Serenity Bay series. All books can be read as standalone. less

He'd rescued her once before. Would she let him do it again?After a near drowning a decade ago, Amelia Lincoln has rarely stepped foot in the ocean. It’s a silly notion, given that she lives in Serenity Bay, and runs her own business – By the Bay Tours – shuttling tourists around her hometown. But she hasn’t ever gotten over that terrible day when she was forced to think about her mortality. Nor has she forgotten the young guy who pulled her from the waves all those years ago... moreHe'd rescued her once before. Would she let him do it again?After a near drowning a decade ago, Amelia Lincoln has rarely stepped foot in the ocean. It’s a silly notion, given that she lives in Serenity Bay, and runs her own business – By the Bay Tours – shuttling tourists around her hometown. But she hasn’t ever gotten over that terrible day when she was forced to think about her mortality. Nor has she forgotten the young guy who pulled her from the waves all those years ago. When she discovers Flynn Landy is back in town, her old feelings resurface, and she discovers her teenage crush on the handsome lifeguard never went away. But Flynn hadn’t noticed her ten years ago, so why would he notice her now?Flynn returns home to Serenity Bay reeling from his mistakes. Despite the mess he made of his life, his proudest achievement is his daughter, Poppy. She’s the light of his life, and he won’t let anything - or anyone - jeopardize his family again. Not even the girl he pulled from the surf in his first rescue. Not that she’s a girl anymore. Amelia Lincoln has grown into a beautiful woman. A smart, successful, gorgeous woman. But he won’t be tempted by another relationship. He can't allow his feelings get in the way of anything anymore. Especially when he’s got his daughter to protect.Rescuing Her Heart is a sweet contemporary romance in The Serenity Bay series. All books can be read as standalone. less

Player Prentice. It's the nickname Adam Prentice has carried for years. A reputation that he's carved well for himself. Except it's a reputation based on a lie. Most people think he's the life of the party, always one for a good time, never serious and can't hold down a relationship. And he's more than happy to be known as Serenity Bay's player and practical joker. Because beneath his carefree attitude, is a ton of hurt he's tried to forget... morePlayer Prentice. It's the nickname Adam Prentice has carried for years. A reputation that he's carved well for himself. Except it's a reputation based on a lie. Most people think he's the life of the party, always one for a good time, never serious and can't hold down a relationship. And he's more than happy to be known as Serenity Bay's player and practical joker. Because beneath his carefree attitude, is a ton of hurt he's tried to forget.Barista Josie Pascoe can't stand the local police officer. His wisecracks and smart-alec comments aren't funny. They're downright annoying, and she wishes he'd just grow up. She wishes her family would grow up too, and stop relying on her to solve their problems. When a family crisis arises, Josie needs help. Adam Prentice is the last person she wants to ask. And the last thing she needs is his charity to drive her to visit her family. Dealing with her family's issues is enough trouble on its own without throwing the wise-cracking cop into the mix. But she's desperate, and surely it won't be that hard to share the journey with him. Will the road ahead be smooth sailing, or filled with twists and turns that uncover secrets they've both kept hidden?Holding Her Heart is a sweet contemporary romance in The Serenity Bay series. All books can be read as standalone. less