Huddling for Warmth Series by Cassie Mint

I came out here to interview a cryptid.Now he’s carrying me off to his cave.The Wild Man of Starlight Ridge is a local legend. A man who wanders the mountains barefoot and bare-chested, with a shaggy beard and long, unkempt hair.I’ve been sent out here to interview him, but when we finally meet… well, let’s just say he’s not my biggest fan.He thinks I’m a spoiled, helpless city girl who’s out to ruin his peace. I think he’s a jerk who needs a shave... moreI came out here to interview a cryptid.Now he’s carrying me off to his cave.The Wild Man of Starlight Ridge is a local legend. A man who wanders the mountains barefoot and bare-chested, with a shaggy beard and long, unkempt hair.I’ve been sent out here to interview him, but when we finally meet… well, let’s just say he’s not my biggest fan.He thinks I’m a spoiled, helpless city girl who’s out to ruin his peace. I think he’s a jerk who needs a shave.But when I sprain my ankle, it’s the Wild Man who comes to my rescue, scooping me up in those big, strong arms.And it’s cold on the mountain at night.So we’d better huddle for warmth in his cave…Lost in the Wild is a short and steamy instalove novella, starring a wounded wild man and the girl who heals his grumpy heart. less

He’s my brother’s best friend. They served together; bled together.So I probably shouldn’t daydream about crawling into his lap…My big brother Rowan was lost to us for so long, hiding away from his demons in the Starlight Ridge mountains. Now he’s back, settled with his new wife, and that means a visit from his old army best friend.His hot best friend. This gentle giant smoke show. Lord, why didn’t anyone warn me?!Because Ash is impossibly tall and broad, with kind eyes and a steady presence... moreHe’s my brother’s best friend. They served together; bled together.So I probably shouldn’t daydream about crawling into his lap…My big brother Rowan was lost to us for so long, hiding away from his demons in the Starlight Ridge mountains. Now he’s back, settled with his new wife, and that means a visit from his old army best friend.His hot best friend. This gentle giant smoke show. Lord, why didn’t anyone warn me?!Because Ash is impossibly tall and broad, with kind eyes and a steady presence. After so long on my own, the sweet way he takes care of me frazzles my brain.But I just got my brother back. I can’t do anything that might jeopardize that.Even if his burly best friend feels like home…Close to the Edge is a short and steamy instalove story, starring a strong protector and the lonely bartender he’ll never let go. less

The adventurer finds me sleeping in his bed.But he’s not mad. Instead, he’s got a proposition…Everyone told me the cabin in the glade is empty. Abandoned. And I’m desperate for a roof over my head, so I figure… what’s the harm? It’s not breaking and entering when the cabin owner is long gone, right?Wrong.The adventurer is not long gone. He’s right here, looming over me with his arms crossed and one eyebrow raised.I squeak and nearly fall off the bed.He tilts his head, considering... moreThe adventurer finds me sleeping in his bed.But he’s not mad. Instead, he’s got a proposition…Everyone told me the cabin in the glade is empty. Abandoned. And I’m desperate for a roof over my head, so I figure… what’s the harm? It’s not breaking and entering when the cabin owner is long gone, right?Wrong.The adventurer is not long gone. He’s right here, looming over me with his arms crossed and one eyebrow raised.I squeak and nearly fall off the bed.He tilts his head, considering.Then comes the strangest offer I’ve ever I can stay here as long as I like… so long as I marry this stranger. It will be a wedding on paper only, for mysterious reasons of his own.Is this man insane? What kind of lunatic would agree to that?…And why the hell am I so freaking tempted?Out on a Limb is a short and steamy instalove novella, featuring one fake engagement and bucket-loads of denial. less

I’ve been secretly sketching the hot older man who owns this bar.But he finds my drawings. And now he won't stop staring...I don’t know what it is about this guy, but I find him so magnetic. Maybe it’s the calluses on his strong hands, or the muscles shifting under his shirt. Maybe it’s the silver at his temples, or the way he glowers at everyone except me.Whatever it is, I’m hooked. Squirming and breathless on my bar stool... moreI’ve been secretly sketching the hot older man who owns this bar.But he finds my drawings. And now he won't stop staring...I don’t know what it is about this guy, but I find him so magnetic. Maybe it’s the calluses on his strong hands, or the muscles shifting under his shirt. Maybe it’s the silver at his temples, or the way he glowers at everyone except me.Whatever it is, I’m hooked. Squirming and breathless on my bar stool. And I can’t help myself—I’ve sketched the silver fox dozens of times, biting my lip as my pencil swoops across the page.I’ve been here every night. Watching. Wanting. Now he’s seen those drawings, and my secret is out.But the bar owner isn’t mad. Not even one bit.I’d better get this crush under control, because he’s ready to model for real…Pushed to the Peak is a sweet and steamy instalove novella, starring an artist with a crush and her gruff older muse. less