Sexy Mountain Man Flame Series by Emily Crescent

He’s gruff, growly, and wants to be left alone. She’s curvy, fiery, and just moved in next door. Let the sparks explode. Jax Perez lives for the quiet. Tucked away in the wilds of Cedar Hollow, the rugged mountain man spends his days guiding lost hikers and protecting the town’s misfit kids. No drama. No distractions. No feelings. Until her. Alyza Munro storms back into town with sass, sugar, and a dream—launching her new bakery, Crimson Crumb... moreHe’s gruff, growly, and wants to be left alone. She’s curvy, fiery, and just moved in next door. Let the sparks explode. Jax Perez lives for the quiet. Tucked away in the wilds of Cedar Hollow, the rugged mountain man spends his days guiding lost hikers and protecting the town’s misfit kids. No drama. No distractions. No feelings. Until her. Alyza Munro storms back into town with sass, sugar, and a dream—launching her new bakery, Crimson Crumb. When their first meeting turns into a shouting match over hungry kids and cinnamon rolls, Jax knows she’s trouble. The curvy baker with fire in her eyes and flour on her cheeks? Yeah. .. she’s impossible to ignore. Then a sudden storm traps them on a hike, alone and soaking wet. Tempers flare. Mouths clash. And just like that, one heated kiss turns into something wild. Now, passion is burning hot. But Alyza’s fighting to rebuild her life, and Jax is guarding a heart that's been locked away for years. Still, every touch pulls them closer. Every glance dares them to hope. Can a grumpy mountain loner and a curvy dreamer turn rivalry into forever? Or will their fire burn out before it becomes love? Grumpy Mountain Man and the Curvy Rival. is a steamy, emotional mountain romance packed with tension, heart, and a flame that refuses to fade. less

She believes in happily-ever-afters. He stopped believing a long time ago. Nancy Chambers keeps her tiny town of Ember Hollow sweet—one cupcake, one smile, and one act of kindness at a time. Between her mom’s hospital bills and her sister’s tuition, life isn’t easy, but Nancy refuses to let the world dim her light. Until one snowy afternoon, a runaway kindergartener—with frosting on his nose and trouble in his grin—runs straight into her bakery…and straight into the life of his brooding father... moreShe believes in happily-ever-afters. He stopped believing a long time ago. Nancy Chambers keeps her tiny town of Ember Hollow sweet—one cupcake, one smile, and one act of kindness at a time. Between her mom’s hospital bills and her sister’s tuition, life isn’t easy, but Nancy refuses to let the world dim her light. Until one snowy afternoon, a runaway kindergartener—with frosting on his nose and trouble in his grin—runs straight into her bakery…and straight into the life of his brooding father. Patrick Walters is a man of few words and fewer second chances. Raising his son alone has left him with calloused hands and a heart closed tight—until Nancy’s laughter and stubborn optimism start to melt the ice around him. What begins with spilled sprinkles and burnt toast turns into late-night talks, unexpected warmth, and a love that feels as simple—and as necessary—as breathing. Cynical Mountain Man and the Curvy Optimist. is a cozy, steamy small-town grumpy-sunshine romance brimming with sweetness, found family, and the kind of love that proves even the coldest hearts can thaw when the right woman shows up with cookies and courage. less

He's been my best friend since we were kids. He's never once made a move. Diego Shelton — mountain mechanic, hands that smell like motor oil and pine, the only person who ever told me to eat the damn cake and stop shrinking for anyone. He drove me home from his best friend's birthday party and something shifted. It never shifted back. Years. Years of stolen glances, of him opening my truck door even when he was angry, of falling asleep on his shoulder and pretending it meant nothing... moreHe's been my best friend since we were kids. He's never once made a move. Diego Shelton — mountain mechanic, hands that smell like motor oil and pine, the only person who ever told me to eat the damn cake and stop shrinking for anyone. He drove me home from his best friend's birthday party and something shifted. It never shifted back. Years. Years of stolen glances, of him opening my truck door even when he was angry, of falling asleep on his shoulder and pretending it meant nothing. Then he got a girlfriend. Out of nowhere. Stopped answering my calls. Looked through me like I was invisible. So I put on a red dress and let another man buy me dinner. Diego carried me out of that bar like a caveman and kissed me against my apartment wall like he'd been starving for it. Turns out there was never a girlfriend. Just a dangerous secret — one that could get us both killed. He pushed me away to keep me safe. But I'm a journalist, and this story? It's already mine. Now I'm chasing the truth and falling for the man who's been catching me since day one. less