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He's her mean boss, and they don't know their first meeting is going to change EVERYTHING.

Fire Chief Noah Baker knows he rules his fire department with an iron fist. His subordinates quake in their boots under his piercing silent glare. It's necessary because it's up to him to make sure the city doesn't burn down.

He doesn't need a distraction like getting stuck in a supply closet with the most delicious and kissable woman he's ever met... who happens to be one of his rookie lady firefighters.

Fall for Fire Chief Noah Baker and firefighter Erin Hudgens in this fun, steamy prequel to their first book Smolder. You should only read if you wish Grey's Anatomy and Chicago Fire had an unyielding gorgeous blonde fire chief who give your body unspeakable pleasure between the sheets - bonus because this mean grumpy boss series is written by a real ER doctor.

46 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 1, 2022

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Carina Alyce

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January 12, 2024
Off to a hot start
A short story with some extra heat about the love affair that officially starts with the book Smolder. A good way to find out if the books by ms Alyce are to your liking. She writes about strong man and women, you’ll find lovable characters (most of them), witty banter, steamy scenes and it will give you lots of enjoyable reading hours. Only 4* because it’s so short.
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June 17, 2024
I knew this was a prequel but it was much too short. I can not wait to dive into the real deal and get to know these characters and watch their relationship bloom.
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February 4, 2026
It’s was good but I felt like the ending was missing something. It needed a little more. But overall okay. 3 stars.
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