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
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