Curvy Girl and the Firefighter Next Door

Curvy Girls Date #10

by Jessa Joy

He's the gorgeous older firefighter next door. And me? I'm a hot mess. HaileyAtlas King is a legend in Snowflake Falls. Strong, brave, ridiculously gorgeous... he's the big, burly hero who everybody respects. My next door neighbor makes me melt. Why would he even look twice at a chaos-causing curvy girl like me? But we're thrown together and I find out something surprising. He's definitely noticed me before. In fact, he looks at me like he wants to protect me. To pick me up and possess me. Now he's all I can think about, night and day. I'm ready to go up in flames. Part of the Curvy Girls Date series featuring curvy women and the men who fall head over heels for them. An age gap curvy girl meets firefighter 90 minute read with no cheating and always a HEA!

Genres: Romance, Novella, Firefighters, Contemporary, Fiction, Contemporary Romance

Kindle Edition

First published April 11, 2024

About the author

I'm Jessa Joy and I write about curvy women and the alpha men who can't resist them. Short, steamy and upbeat is the name of the game. I hope you (like me) enjoy a guaranteed Happy Ever After! Whether you're into office, holiday or second chance romance, hot billionaires, small town shenanigans or enemies to lovers intrigue, I'm here to fulfil your reading desires!

Reviews

[Brittany (Brit.tea.reads) · Rating 4 out of 5]

🩷 Little Comet and her firefighter 🩷

I've been waiting for Hailey's story since I read Curvy Girl and the Boss Next Door, and she didn't disappoint us.

This was such a short, sweet, swoony read, but it always is when you read one of Jessa's books.

Please keep them coming, Jessa. I love this world and all the characters in this series.

[Marie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ice cream anyone?

Atlas finds his Little Comet and nothing is going to stop him claiming her, especially not something as pesky as a stalker. But Hailey's stalker is determined and knows no limits, will it be Hailey that pays the price?
Yes, it's a short read, but it's an instalove and it does exactly what it says in the tin: short, steamy, a little over the top, a little bit naughty and a lot cute, Atlas and Hailey are easy to like characters and Ember will steal your heart with her sneaky matchmaking! A great read on Kindle Unlimited.

[Oriana Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hailey just moved back to Snowflakes Falls after running away from a stalker. She meets Atlas her new landlord, hot older fire chief and her newest crush. Atlas is smitten with Hailey, but he thinks he is too old and she wouldn't be interested. When her stalker comes back Atlas finally makes his move. Instalove, age gap, sweet, fun to read, steamy , romantic and safe with a sweet HEA 😍😍😍😍

[Moriah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved

Loved Atlas and Hailey's story. He's older than her and thinks she's off limits, but I loved just how well they fit together. These two were so fun.

[Robin is it summer yet · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute read. Loved Atlas.

[Mina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Too cute! Steamy and right on point.

[casvec · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hailey has moved to Snowflake Falls for a new start and get away from a stalker. Atlas is her sexy next-door neighbor / landlord, but has kept his distance, that is until his dog brings them together.

Cute fast read with smexy firefighter, a hint of danger and fun moments that pulls in from the start.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[lamija🪷📖 · Rating 2 out of 5]

IT WAS FREE ON MY KINDLE OKAY
NAH this showed me why some books should just stay in one’s imagination bc HUH THIS WAS COMEDY AT ITS FINEST
(i actually read it just to pump up my goodreads goal)

[BeyondBOOKED📚 · Rating 1 out of 5]

Honestly I read this and was like “ what???”

[Sydney Ivory · Rating 1 out of 5]

Good, quick. Lots of filler. Wouldn’t recommend.

[lf · Rating 5 out of 5]

She is his little comet

Curvy Girl and the Firefighter Next Door is the tenth book in the Curvy Girls Date series. This story is about Hailey Ryder and Atlas Rose. Hailey moved back to Snowflake Falls from the city. She moved into a rental house that her sister was living in, that is until her sister fell in love and moved out. Hailey has not really told anyone exactly why she moved back and instead is trying to hide from him. She is a talented hair dresser/designer who had her dream job in the city and now is working three part-time jobs to cover the rent. But she does get an interview with the owner of the new salon in town, and things look good. Atlas is the Chief of the Snowflake Falls Fire Department. He worked his way up the ranks and now has a reputation that everyone in town talks about, as he is a hero for saving some many people and doing daring things. He also is Hailey's landlord, though there is a property management company that they deal with. But when Atlas's dog steals Hailey's shirt off the clothesline in the backyard it will end up with Hailey making an impression that Atlas will never forget, and one that he wants to continue.
This is a quick, light, fun, entertaining and smexy hot romance. I definitely enjoyed this story and would recommend it to other readers.

[Korkoi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love is a Powerful Feeling -
Hailey was only looking for a new start when she moved to Snowflake Falls, but what she didn’t realise was that it was part of the plan fate had for her life. Atlas picked up on Hailey’s weariness around people from their first interaction, which instantly brought out his protective instincts as well as his intense attraction towards her. Unfortunately, just as they start exploring a romantic relationship, Hailey’s life is upended again and Atlas helps her deal with it, which subsequently puts him in danger.

Luckily, they were able to resolve problem with the help of the authorities, so they could get the happy life they wanted. This was a short, endearing instalove story, that took me through a myriad of emotions, but left me feeling joyful by the time I req£ the final word. This book deserves to be recommended to every avid romance reader looking for a quick, fast-paced story to indulge in.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Atlas is a firefighter captain and a landlord to Hailey. Hailey is new to town and is running away from a stalker as well. She is a hairdresser and loves what she does. Hailey also walks dogs and practically any job she could do to work from home. Now that she has a hairdressing job, she can fully concentrate on that.
Atlas is definitely interested in Hailey but feels that she is too uncomfortable ung for him. Hailey is attracted to Atlas but has other priorities going for now. It doesn’t take long for Atlas to change his mind about the age gap and Hailey to turn her attention to Atlas.
Jessa Joy is a fabulous writer and I love the fact that she writes about curvy girls. Her female leads are strong women and the men that love them, love them with all of their hearts. Jessa Joy books are fantastic books!.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Curvy Girl Book Nerd (Jen S) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Curvy Girl and the Firefighter Next Door is a short and steamy, instalove, OTT, age-gap, curvy girl gets her hunky firefighter romance. Hailey is a 25 year old curvy hairdresser and animal lover. Atlas is a hunky, 38 year-old fire chief, her next-door neighbor, and landlord. When Atlas's dog ends up stealing Hailey's shirt off her clothesline, she chases him only to fall into the mud at Atlas's house. The two are attracted to each other, but Atlas is worried about the age gap. Hailey also has a stalker ex that she has been running from. Can Atlas keep her safe? Will they admit their feelings? I loved Atlas! He was so sweet with Hailey. They had amazing chemistry, and we got a very happy ending. I love seeing prior characters from the Snowflake Falls series. I can't wait for Daisy's book and the new firefighter series!!.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Char · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hailey is a breath of fresh air. She has moved to Snowflake Falls for a new beginning. She is currently working three different jobs - dog walker, animal shelter and she hopes with this new interview she will be working as a hairdresser again. She had to relocate because of a boyfriend who became a stalker. Hailey is living next to Atlas who is a firefighter, as well as her landlord. This is a relationship just in the beginning stages. Hailey meets Atlas when she is chasing after his dog. This has some danger with the old boyfriend but otherwise it is a feel good read. Atlas is a charmer and a protector. Hailey - “little comet” as Atlas calls her will keep her safe. It’s a sweet, tender hearted story. Really an enjoyable read! I loved the story and the characters were very unique and interesting!.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Suzanne Houser · Rating 5 out of 5]

The newest installment of Jessa Joy's wonderful Curvy Girls Date series is Curvy Girl and the Firefighter Next Door, Atlas and Hailey story. A steamy age-gap romance, hairdresser Hailey has crushed on her next-door neighbour - and landlord - firefighter Atlas since she moved in months ago. However, she has never interacted with the older, somewhat larger-than-life town hero until his dog confiscates an article of her clothing. Atlas has been keeping his distance from his beautiful, curvy neighbour because of their age difference, but once she's thrust into his orbit, he can no longer stay away. But when her reason for returning to Snowflake Falls reappears, will they be over before they even really begin? A sweet, steamy and swoony quick short read.

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[Suelen · Rating 2 out of 5]

Vizinho Bombeiro

No geral foi ok, mas achei que faltou um pouco mais de desenvolvimento na trama. A coisa vinha se arrastando e, de uma hora para outra, foi tudo jogado em cima da gente, sem aprofundar em nada, seja no relacionamento do casal e eles se apaixonando, seja no caso do stalker. Poderia ter tido mais coisas pra solidificar a relação deles, e ter caprichado um pouco mais na questão do stalker. Não torci tanto pelo casal. Hailey não me passou muita segurança de que amava mesmo o Atlas. A impressão que tive foi de que ele a amava mais. Ela tinha umas questões a resolver e não parecia ter muita cabeça para um relacionamento naquele momento, não. Sei lá, não curti tanto quanto pensei que curtiria. Uma pena!

[Shawna · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved Curvy Girl and the Firefighter Next Door. This is a short and sweet story. Hailey is trying to get her life back after a stalker made her leave the city. Her neighbor, who is also her landlord, makes her nervous in a good way. Atlas has avoided his beautiful neighbor until she needs help and now he knows she’s the one for him. He just has to keep her safe when her stalker returns. I loved the storyline and the characters. It’s short, steamy and has a happy ending. I would definitely recommend this book.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Barbara Atkinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a sweet swoony short read. Atlas is the hot older fire chief. He is also Hailey’s landlord. When his dog Ember steals her shirt she face plants in the mud in his backyard.
Hailey is currently working three part time jobs trying to get a job as a hairdresser.
She has an unwanted stalker.
Once Atlas finds out he ensures she doesn’t have to worry about the stalker anymore.
There was so much flirty banner in this book. It was really enjoyable.
Atlas is just a big ole hot steamy cinnamon roll.

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[Nancy Koske · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hailey moved from the city to get away from a stalker and just got a job that she wants at the beauty salon. Now she does not have to work part-time jobs. The rental house is owned by the local firefighter hero, Atlas, who lives next door. He thinks that she is gorgeous and too young for him. She now is getting text messages from her stalker that he is moving to Snowflake. Strange things are happening which frighten her so much and that her stalker is nearby. Will Atlas be able to keep her safe?.

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[Lucy Chesna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Its all about Hailey and Atlas. She moves away from a stalker and really likes her neighbor and landlord. Atlas is a firefighter and older man that really likes Hailey too. In the beginning it has been subtle but when they got together, there was no turning back until her stalker finds Hailey and Atlas is in danger too. He protects her and their feelings become a reality. A great story and you are going to love it as much as I did.

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[Lisa Parker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hailey left the city for Snowflake Falls, when she had a stalker that would not leave her alone. She has been working two part time job, while waiting to find a job at a hair salon. The place she rents is owned by the hot firefighter next door. Atlas believes he is too old for her but when her stalker starts texting her again, he is determined to protect her.

Of course, the more time they spend together, the more feelings come to the surface.

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[Charmaine Nouwen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Curvy Girl and the Firefighter Next Door: Age Gap He Falls First Romance story of Atlas and Hailey..A small town hero,firefighter captain and the woman who intrigue and captured his heart..A curvy,sweet curvy woman,a hairdresser from the city move to snow flakes for a new start and to hide from her stalker..She is attracted to her landlord and the town hero,when her stalker found her Atlas save and protect her and become her forever..A quick,sweet,steamy,enjoyable with some angst and hea.

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[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hailey moved to Snowflake Falls to get away from a stalker. Atlas is the fire chief in town and Hailey's neighbor/landlord. When danger comes to Hailey Atlas goes into protective mode. This is an age gap, instalove romance with a stalker twist. The writing is well done, the characters are well developed and the story has danger, suspense, steam, and a happily ever after. Curvy Girl and the Firefighter Next Door is a great addition to the Curvy Girls Date series. I look forward to reading the rest of this fun series. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.

[Natasha Tucker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hailey moved to Snowflake Falls from the city when an ex started stalking her. She moved on next door to Atlas, the town fire chief. She crushed on him from afar. Atlas had feelings for Hailey but thought he was too old for her and she wouldn’t be interested. When an opportunity arises Atlas takes his chance to show Hailey his true feelings. Sweet, steamy story with amazing chemistry, a loving, caring hero, a little danger and a wonderful HEA.

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[Mrs R · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a super fast insta-love standalone novella, and by super fast, I mean declaring love with a week of being together.

I love my insta-romances, but I don't like declarations of love within a few days/weeks.

They were neighbours who were likeable, Atlas being the local firefighter hero and Haley being new in town, but happens to have a stalker following her.
Their story was sweet and steamy. He gives her a cute nickname.

- insta-love
- age gap (13 years)
- firefighter / hero / protector
- he falls first
- curvy girl
- stalker
- standalone

[Lexi · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is the, what, fourth time he's met this girl? They've spent a total of approximately ten minutes together, they haven't really had anything explosive happen more than them each having a little crush on the neighbor, and he loves her? They literally know nothing about each other except the LinkedIn headline of their profession. What even happened in this book. At least he proposed with ice cream, I guess

[Niki · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hailey has the hots for her neighbor which also happens to be the chief of the fire department, he is a bit of legend in town. When she sees her favorite shirt hanging out of his dog's month she takes after him, only to end up in the mud. Atlas defiantly has noticed her before but kept his distance, now it is game over. Especially when her ex shows up and wants her back.

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[Renee · Rating 4 out of 5]

So adorable and quick read

I absolutely love the Curvy Girl stories. I got this on the Stuff Your Kindle Day and am grateful I did. Cute meet situation. Love firefighters. Love dogs getting into mischief. Love plot twists and intrigue. Love the spicy scene. So if you are desiring a fun, quick read that gives you some Hubba Hubba moments, read this book.

Recommend this to my normal readers? YES. To my mom, no. 4 stars and .5 spice compared to most of my reads.

[Jessica Carpenter · Rating 3 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🌶️🌶️
This book is about a woman that moves back to her home town because she is trying to get away from a stalker. She moves in next door to the town’s fire chief who also happens to be her landlord. This is a very short quick read. Perfect if you like insta-love and just want something short to read before bed. There is only one 🌶️ scene and it might give you some ideas on how to eat some ice cream. It is a stand alone with a HEA.