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Grumpy Firefighter Next Door: A Slow-Burn Enemies-to-Lovers Romance
He’s grumpy, guarded, and doesn’t do small talk.
She’s sunshine, sass, and just moved in next door.
Their sparks? Combustible.
When Hailey Carter relocates to her late aunt’s bungalow for a fresh start, she never expected her brooding neighbor to be a firefighter with a six-pack and a permanent scowl. Beckett Cole has one rule—keep to yourself. But his new neighbor’s laughter keeps slipping past his defenses, and her kindness burns hotter than any blaze he’s faced.
She bakes cookies. He avoids people.
She believes in second chances. He stopped believing in happy endings years ago.
But when a local emergency throws them into each other’s orbit, their friction turns into fire—and neither of them can put it out.
This slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance brings small-town charm, sizzling chemistry, and a grumpy firefighter who falls hard—once he lets himself feel again.
If you love forced proximity, found family, cinnamon roll heroes hiding under gruff exteriors, and heart-melting happy endings—this one’s for you.
She’s sunshine, sass, and just moved in next door.
Their sparks? Combustible.
When Hailey Carter relocates to her late aunt’s bungalow for a fresh start, she never expected her brooding neighbor to be a firefighter with a six-pack and a permanent scowl. Beckett Cole has one rule—keep to yourself. But his new neighbor’s laughter keeps slipping past his defenses, and her kindness burns hotter than any blaze he’s faced.
She bakes cookies. He avoids people.
She believes in second chances. He stopped believing in happy endings years ago.
But when a local emergency throws them into each other’s orbit, their friction turns into fire—and neither of them can put it out.
This slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance brings small-town charm, sizzling chemistry, and a grumpy firefighter who falls hard—once he lets himself feel again.
If you love forced proximity, found family, cinnamon roll heroes hiding under gruff exteriors, and heart-melting happy endings—this one’s for you.
233 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 14, 2025
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October 1, 2025
ARC Review-BookSirens
Star Rating: 3.5
Pub Date; Sept 14th, 2025
Spice: 🌶️
I read this in one sitting. This is a small town firefighter romance between Isla who’s a baker and firefighter Logan. I really enjoyed all the baking stuff in this and their romance was cute. It’s slow burn and not spicy at all just basic. I wanted more. I did like Logan’s side since it’s firefighter I love that stuff. He moves next door to Isla and their connection sparks from there. The romance kinda left me wanting more, it was too quick for me but it was cute and I liked the banter between the characters. Could have been better. Still enjoyed though :)
Star Rating: 3.5
Pub Date; Sept 14th, 2025
Spice: 🌶️
I read this in one sitting. This is a small town firefighter romance between Isla who’s a baker and firefighter Logan. I really enjoyed all the baking stuff in this and their romance was cute. It’s slow burn and not spicy at all just basic. I wanted more. I did like Logan’s side since it’s firefighter I love that stuff. He moves next door to Isla and their connection sparks from there. The romance kinda left me wanting more, it was too quick for me but it was cute and I liked the banter between the characters. Could have been better. Still enjoyed though :)
October 30, 2025
This is Hailey Carter and Beckett Cole's story. Talk about opposites! They meet when she relocates to her late aunt’s bungalow for a fresh start, and she meet her brooding, grumpy neighbor. Beckett Cole has one rule—keep to yourself. Her rule - she bakes cookies and is full of happiness and sunshine. Will she get past the barriers he has erected? Interesting read.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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