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The Heroic Firefighter: A Runaway Bride Age Gap Romance
I fled my wedding and drove straight into a firefighter's arms.
When I overheard my fiancé plotting how he'd control me once we were married, I ran. No dramatic scene, no explanation. Just me, my ruined wedding dress, and an empty gas tank that left me stranded in Whitetail Falls.
That's where I found Arthur. Or maybe he found me.
Tall, steady, with hands that fix broken engines and eyes that see right through my fears. Arthur Gray offers me shelter without questions, safety without demands, and something I haven't felt in years—the space to breathe.
He doesn't push. Doesn't pry. Just stands beside me like a wall between me and the world.
Arthur promises to stay by my side, his quiet strength becoming my own. But can I trust these feelings growing between us? Or am I trading one man's control for another's protection, no matter how gentle his touch or sincere his gaze?
The Heroic Firefighter is a short, sweet, and steamy small-town instalove romance with a happy-ever-after. It can be read as a standalone or together with the rest of the books in the Whitetail Fire Station series.
When I overheard my fiancé plotting how he'd control me once we were married, I ran. No dramatic scene, no explanation. Just me, my ruined wedding dress, and an empty gas tank that left me stranded in Whitetail Falls.
That's where I found Arthur. Or maybe he found me.
Tall, steady, with hands that fix broken engines and eyes that see right through my fears. Arthur Gray offers me shelter without questions, safety without demands, and something I haven't felt in years—the space to breathe.
He doesn't push. Doesn't pry. Just stands beside me like a wall between me and the world.
Arthur promises to stay by my side, his quiet strength becoming my own. But can I trust these feelings growing between us? Or am I trading one man's control for another's protection, no matter how gentle his touch or sincere his gaze?
The Heroic Firefighter is a short, sweet, and steamy small-town instalove romance with a happy-ever-after. It can be read as a standalone or together with the rest of the books in the Whitetail Fire Station series.
57 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 3, 2025
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November 29, 2025
The Heroic Firefighter by Summer Rose is the kind of story that slips quietly into your heart and then refuses to leave. It’s tender, empowering, deeply romantic, and so beautifully human that I found myself breathless more than once.
Lori’s story begins the way so many of our biggest turning points do—quietly. Not with shouting or slammed doors, but with a single overheard sentence that shatters everything she thought was true. In that moment, she chooses herself. She runs. No plan. No suitcase. Not even a full tank of gas. Just a woman in a wedding dress finally saying, No more.
And that’s how she lands in Whitetail Falls, at the doorstep of a mechanic shop, exhausted, terrified, and completely untethered… until Arthur Gray steps into her life.
Arthur isn’t the loud, swaggering kind of hero. He’s the kind who asks nothing, offers everything, and stands with that steady firefighter strength that makes you feel safe down to your bones. The kind of man who doesn’t fix you—he simply gives you room to fix yourself.
The way Summer Rose writes the slow unfolding between them is nothing short of magical. Lori isn’t just healing from an ex-fiancé; she’s healing from years of being diminished, managed, and quietly erased. And Arthur? He becomes this gentle pause in her storm. He sees her—really sees her—without ever trying to own her.
Their connection grows in these soft moments: shared meals, quiet mornings, grease-stained shirts and long glances that say more than either is ready to admit. Each page feels like watching Lori rediscover her strength, her laughter, and the right to choose a life that doesn’t cage her.
Arthur is the perfect counterweight: patient, grounded, protective without being possessive. He’s the kind of man who leans against the kitchen counter, arms folded, and waits for you to be ready—no judgment, just presence.
The romance blooms slowly, beautifully, like something that was meant to happen the moment she ran out of gas.
By the end, I wasn’t just cheering for them—I was grieving the last page because I wanted more of their quiet, powerful love story. This book wraps you in warmth, hope, and the reminder that the right person doesn’t save you… they simply walk beside you while you save yourself.
If you love small-town romance with heart, healing, found courage, and a hero who loves like a shelter in a storm, The Heroic Firefighter is absolutely a must-read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Lori’s story begins the way so many of our biggest turning points do—quietly. Not with shouting or slammed doors, but with a single overheard sentence that shatters everything she thought was true. In that moment, she chooses herself. She runs. No plan. No suitcase. Not even a full tank of gas. Just a woman in a wedding dress finally saying, No more.
And that’s how she lands in Whitetail Falls, at the doorstep of a mechanic shop, exhausted, terrified, and completely untethered… until Arthur Gray steps into her life.
Arthur isn’t the loud, swaggering kind of hero. He’s the kind who asks nothing, offers everything, and stands with that steady firefighter strength that makes you feel safe down to your bones. The kind of man who doesn’t fix you—he simply gives you room to fix yourself.
The way Summer Rose writes the slow unfolding between them is nothing short of magical. Lori isn’t just healing from an ex-fiancé; she’s healing from years of being diminished, managed, and quietly erased. And Arthur? He becomes this gentle pause in her storm. He sees her—really sees her—without ever trying to own her.
Their connection grows in these soft moments: shared meals, quiet mornings, grease-stained shirts and long glances that say more than either is ready to admit. Each page feels like watching Lori rediscover her strength, her laughter, and the right to choose a life that doesn’t cage her.
Arthur is the perfect counterweight: patient, grounded, protective without being possessive. He’s the kind of man who leans against the kitchen counter, arms folded, and waits for you to be ready—no judgment, just presence.
The romance blooms slowly, beautifully, like something that was meant to happen the moment she ran out of gas.
By the end, I wasn’t just cheering for them—I was grieving the last page because I wanted more of their quiet, powerful love story. This book wraps you in warmth, hope, and the reminder that the right person doesn’t save you… they simply walk beside you while you save yourself.
If you love small-town romance with heart, healing, found courage, and a hero who loves like a shelter in a storm, The Heroic Firefighter is absolutely a must-read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 6, 2025
Arthur and Lori! The firefighter who saved her, became her friend, her everything.
Summer Rose is gonna make me buy a ton of tissues because these books keep making me cry happy tears. If Whitetail Falls was real, I'd move there tomorrow. Lol.
On what should've been the best day of her life, Lori Parker was anything but happy. After some awful news, she runs away until she ends up in Whitetail Falls, where she meets Arthur Gray, the guy who'd become her hero, her champion, her safe place in a storm.
This book gave me such good vibes. From the moment they met, Arthur knew Lori needed help. I loved how Arthur immediately stepped up and offered Lori his help. To say I was happy when Arthur and Lori started getting closer is an understatement. I was like a cheerleader on the sidelines with my pom-poms, rooting for them through the good, the great, that nonsense with Richard, all the way to them finally getting their happy ending! This book in my opinion is definitely 5 star worthy.
Summer Rose is gonna make me buy a ton of tissues because these books keep making me cry happy tears. If Whitetail Falls was real, I'd move there tomorrow. Lol.
On what should've been the best day of her life, Lori Parker was anything but happy. After some awful news, she runs away until she ends up in Whitetail Falls, where she meets Arthur Gray, the guy who'd become her hero, her champion, her safe place in a storm.
This book gave me such good vibes. From the moment they met, Arthur knew Lori needed help. I loved how Arthur immediately stepped up and offered Lori his help. To say I was happy when Arthur and Lori started getting closer is an understatement. I was like a cheerleader on the sidelines with my pom-poms, rooting for them through the good, the great, that nonsense with Richard, all the way to them finally getting their happy ending! This book in my opinion is definitely 5 star worthy.
November 28, 2025
This was so good I went through this book so fast and loved every single moment. Lori escaped her wedding after over hearing her fiancé talking about how he was going to control her and it made her realize just how much he had been controlling her life and moving people out of her life that were her friends for years. She ran away from her wedding and ran out of gas at Arthur's mechanic shop and found her haven that she needed to heal. Arthur saw this beautiful woman who was super spooked and exhausted and running. He took her under his wing and let her find herself while giving her the much needed support that she never realized she needed. This turned out to be such a beautiful story that so matches with the others in the series. I loved every single moment of this book. This is a must read!!
December 5, 2025
Lori was getting dressed for her wedding when she heard her groom,Richard, telling his friends that after the weeding that he could tighten his control of Lori. That she was unstable and the doctor would prescribe more meds for her and he could make her more what he wanted. Lori flee without telling anyone where she was going. Many hours later she stopped at a garage for gas exhausted. The garage owner,Arthur, doesn't act shocked or surprised to find a young woman in a ruined wedding dress. He offers her help without question; food, a shower with some clothes and a place to sleep. When Richard tracks her down, he lets her lead in telling her ex what? Is this Arthur's version of having her back and getting herself back?.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 7, 2025
Lori runs on her wedding day and she gets to Whitetail Falls just as her car is running out of gas. She finds a garage and pulls in for help.
Arthur sees something in the woman who appears at the garage. Sees she needs someone and he is there for her. When she tells him why she ran, he can't help but feel protective.
When her groom shows up, she stands up to him. Will he really just let her go and where will she go?
Arthur wants actually sees who Lori is and when the ex shows up and spills lies, he is none too happy. He is falling hard but she just got out of a relationship. Will she stay ?
Good story of how it feels when someone truly sees who you are.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Arthur sees something in the woman who appears at the garage. Sees she needs someone and he is there for her. When she tells him why she ran, he can't help but feel protective.
When her groom shows up, she stands up to him. Will he really just let her go and where will she go?
Arthur wants actually sees who Lori is and when the ex shows up and spills lies, he is none too happy. He is falling hard but she just got out of a relationship. Will she stay ?
Good story of how it feels when someone truly sees who you are.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 12, 2025
I found myself completely engrossed in this captivating story, and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience of immersing myself within its pages! From the very beginning, the development of the characters and their intricate interactions felt incredibly authentic and engaging, seamlessly drawing me deeper and deeper into their unique and compelling world. The romance was not only steamy and passionate but also remarkably believable, which created a truly immersive and unforgettable experience for me as a reader. Furthermore, the plot maintained my complete attention from start to finish, keeping me captivated and on the very edge of my seat, eagerly anticipating each twist and turn, right up until the exciting and satisfying conclusion on the very last page.
December 5, 2025
I enjoyed the story for what it was, though it moved at a rather slow pace for a short insta-love romance. Lori bolted from her wedding venue when she overheard her fiance's future plans for her. Ending up in Whitetail Falls, Arthur, a mechanic and fireman, offers her support and shelter. I found myself really liking the steady calm presence he provided while her world was chaos. The past would come calling eventually, but would she be ready? There wasn't much lead-up to a relationship here. Perhaps a bit more length would allow for a stronger connection. I simply didn't feel anything while reading.
I was gifted a copy of this book and voluntarily provided this review.
I was gifted a copy of this book and voluntarily provided this review.
December 23, 2025
Another Very Good Story!
I really really enjoyed this. Lori Parker had enough of her fiancé to up and book on her wedding day. She drove for hours until she couldn’t drive any longer. Ending up at a car repair shop Gray Automotive. As she goes inside she is met by the Owner, Arthur Gray. He puts his coat over her shoulders and brings her inside to his office. He gets her some coffee to warm her up. Arthur tells her he has an apartment upstairs she is welcome to stay in for the night and figure things out the next day. It ends up being his own apartment and… 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💜💜💜💜💜😊😊😊😊😊
I really really enjoyed this. Lori Parker had enough of her fiancé to up and book on her wedding day. She drove for hours until she couldn’t drive any longer. Ending up at a car repair shop Gray Automotive. As she goes inside she is met by the Owner, Arthur Gray. He puts his coat over her shoulders and brings her inside to his office. He gets her some coffee to warm her up. Arthur tells her he has an apartment upstairs she is welcome to stay in for the night and figure things out the next day. It ends up being his own apartment and… 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💜💜💜💜💜😊😊😊😊😊
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December 3, 2025
“The Heroic Firefighter” by Summer Rose
This is a short, heartfelt, and steamy instalove romance. I received a free copy and am voluntarily sharing my honest thoughts.
A runaway bride finds safety and strength in the quiet steadiness of a small-town firefighter. Lori’s escape leads her straight to Arthur, whose gentle support helps her reclaim her voice. Their connection grows through healing, trust, and slow-building tenderness. The story leaves the reader warm and deeply satisfied. I recommend it.
This is a short, heartfelt, and steamy instalove romance. I received a free copy and am voluntarily sharing my honest thoughts.
A runaway bride finds safety and strength in the quiet steadiness of a small-town firefighter. Lori’s escape leads her straight to Arthur, whose gentle support helps her reclaim her voice. Their connection grows through healing, trust, and slow-building tenderness. The story leaves the reader warm and deeply satisfied. I recommend it.
December 15, 2025
After hearing her fiancé's plans to control her after their wedding, Lori quietly disappears on her wedding day. She ends up with car trouble in Whitetail Falls, and Arthur comes to her rescue. Arthur is a mechanic/firefighter and a big hearted man whose strength gives Lori the protection and security she needed. This is a short story with likable characters, a happily ever after, and a great addition to the Whitetail Falls: Fire Station series. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.
December 7, 2025
Stand up for yourself
I loved this story. You have a strong FMC who runs from her wedding day after she finds out the groom just wants to control her. She has nowhere to go, so she just drives until her car runs out of gas. Right into Arthur's strong arms.
The only thing I didn't like was I think the female character should have had a strong name.
I loved this story. You have a strong FMC who runs from her wedding day after she finds out the groom just wants to control her. She has nowhere to go, so she just drives until her car runs out of gas. Right into Arthur's strong arms.
The only thing I didn't like was I think the female character should have had a strong name.
December 3, 2025
The author has given us a fast-paced story that pulls us into the lives of Lori and Arthur. The heartwarming story keeps us turning the pages with a runaway bride, quiet acceptance, connection and steam.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 3, 2025
After you take your eyes off the steamy cover get ready because Arthur and Lori are going to have you feasting your eyes to your kindle for the next few hours. I was hooked just looking at the cover but WOW the storyline Summer wrote is out of this world amazing.
December 7, 2025
Seen and Saved
She runs from a marriage that would lead to control. She runs out of gas at his station and he knows. Real people handling situations while they find a relationship together. I loved the ending.
She runs from a marriage that would lead to control. She runs out of gas at his station and he knows. Real people handling situations while they find a relationship together. I loved the ending.
December 15, 2025
very good
This is a very good book. I can’t believe she had the guts to leave her wedding. She was so smart to do so though. She landed in a very good place with a exceptional man.
This is a very good book. I can’t believe she had the guts to leave her wedding. She was so smart to do so though. She landed in a very good place with a exceptional man.
December 25, 2025
The heroic firefighter was Arthur and Lori’s story. It was a wonderful read. Loved the characters. I received an early copy. And voluntarily leaving this review.
January 10, 2026
3.5 stars
January 19, 2026
Loved it.
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