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Synopsis

She applied to Search and Rescue to redeem herself. Her ex will decide if she makes the cut.
Fired, broke, and broken, Darby Hayes returns to Crystal Lake in the California mountains determined to rebuild herself. She joins the search and rescue team and immediately lands in a mortifying heap at Cole Harper’s feet. Cole is her new team leader, and the man who shattered her heart seven years ago without bothering to explain why.
He’s broader now, bossier, and looking unfairly good in that Henley. To stay on the team, Darby must train under his command and trust him with her life. But between cliffside rescues, flash floods, and narrow cave extractions, a different kind of danger emerges: Cole is getting too close, and Darby’s defenses are crumbling.
And so are his. Because Cole has been keeping a secret since the night he let her go—one that will unravel everything Darby thought she knew about love, sacrifice, and what it means to be enough.
The sharp wit and spice of Ali Hazelwood meets the action of Nora Roberts and Susan Stoker in this steamy second-chance romance about proving your worth and discovering you never had to.

Tropes:

  • Slow burn to level 4 spicy
  • He falls first
  • First Person POV
  • Protective MMC
  • Steamy Second Chance Romance
  • Suspenseful wilderness emergencies
  • Small town charm with atmospheric outdoor scenes
  • Medical rescues and suspense

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Understanding Our Spice Level Ratings

Not sure what spice level is right for you? Use this guide to find books that match your comfort level with romantic content.

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Level 1 - Sweet & Mild

Tender moments and stolen kisses. Sweet and innocent romance. No sexual content whatsoever. Perfect for all ages.

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Level 2 - Warming Up

Chemistry is building with passionate kissing. Light physical affection and touches. Intimate moments are hinted at but not shown on page. Sensual but not explicit. Closed door or Fade to Black

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Level 3 - Getting Spicy

At least one intimate scene that readers experience on the page. Physical descriptions are present but tastefully written. Sensual and engaging without being overly graphic. Suitable for most adult readers.

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Level 4 - Fire Alarm

Two or more explicit intimate scenes with detailed descriptions. Frequent sexual content woven through the story. Varied and adventurous encounters. Not for the faint of heart.

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Level 5 - Whew! Hot Damn

Multiple explicit intimate scenes throughout the entire book. Detailed, graphic descriptions of sexual content. Varied and adventurous acts featured prominently. May include kink, BDSM, or other mature themes. Strictly for adult readers seeking maximum heat.