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Smokin' Situation: Masked Men of Sage Springs, Book 3
Testing Tristan -
When a wildfire grew out of control and I was caught on a remote county road going up in flames, I never expected to be rescued on horseback by a man whose face I couldn’t even see. He blazed into my life like a masked romance novel hero, scooping me up and riding me to safety. Unexpectedly cut off from town in a remote lakeside cabin with Tripp, the outside world was the last thing on my mind.
Accosting Annie -
Three weeks into balancing my new jobs with the Sage Springs volunteer fire department and as manager at a local horse ranch, an unexpected wildfire threw me into a rescue mission I never saw coming. One stolen weekend with Rhey would never be enough, but I couldn’t stay away, no matter the consequences. But when our past connections threatened to pull us apart, it wasn’t so easy to separate the smoke from the fire.
Smokin' Situation is a spicy Fourth of July themed interconnected stand-alone novel with a scarred, reclusive, cowboy cinnamon roll and his little brother's sarcastic ex-hookup.
When a wildfire grew out of control and I was caught on a remote county road going up in flames, I never expected to be rescued on horseback by a man whose face I couldn’t even see. He blazed into my life like a masked romance novel hero, scooping me up and riding me to safety. Unexpectedly cut off from town in a remote lakeside cabin with Tripp, the outside world was the last thing on my mind.
Accosting Annie -
Three weeks into balancing my new jobs with the Sage Springs volunteer fire department and as manager at a local horse ranch, an unexpected wildfire threw me into a rescue mission I never saw coming. One stolen weekend with Rhey would never be enough, but I couldn’t stay away, no matter the consequences. But when our past connections threatened to pull us apart, it wasn’t so easy to separate the smoke from the fire.
Smokin' Situation is a spicy Fourth of July themed interconnected stand-alone novel with a scarred, reclusive, cowboy cinnamon roll and his little brother's sarcastic ex-hookup.
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Published June 24, 2026
About the author
E.L. Koslo
20 books463 followersFind the funny in your life.
That’s what EL Koslo strives to do in her life every day. She spent her youth with her nose in a book, often conjuring up storylines in a composition notebook she hid under her mattress. Her love of writing continued on through high school as she served on the school paper and wrote poetry for the literary magazine.
At University, she studied Art and Art History where she met her own prince charming after kissing a few frogs, of course.
Her love of reading and writing have been a constant in her life with her nose always buried in a book, tablet, or computer—both writing and reading.
She resides in the Midwest United States with her husband and four rambunctious children. Her days are filled with driving kids to school, activities, and sports; frequently squeezing writing time in while waiting in the carpool line.
Koslo’s characters are often developed while running on the treadmill at the gym, and she has a DVR full of Hallmark movies.
Her debut novel, Foreplay on Words, combines her love of steamy romance, awkward but loveable leading males, and headstrong heroines with a dash of humor and a little bit of kink.
Follow her at: https://linktr.ee/elkoslo
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That’s what EL Koslo strives to do in her life every day. She spent her youth with her nose in a book, often conjuring up storylines in a composition notebook she hid under her mattress. Her love of writing continued on through high school as she served on the school paper and wrote poetry for the literary magazine.
At University, she studied Art and Art History where she met her own prince charming after kissing a few frogs, of course.
Her love of reading and writing have been a constant in her life with her nose always buried in a book, tablet, or computer—both writing and reading.
She resides in the Midwest United States with her husband and four rambunctious children. Her days are filled with driving kids to school, activities, and sports; frequently squeezing writing time in while waiting in the carpool line.
Koslo’s characters are often developed while running on the treadmill at the gym, and she has a DVR full of Hallmark movies.
Her debut novel, Foreplay on Words, combines her love of steamy romance, awkward but loveable leading males, and headstrong heroines with a dash of humor and a little bit of kink.
Follow her at: https://linktr.ee/elkoslo
Instagram: @elkoslo_writes
Tiktok: @elkoslowrites
Facebook Page: EL Koslo Romance Writer
Facebook Reader Group: Dirty Words Brigade
ELKoslo.com
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July 25, 2026
⭐ Overall Rating: 4.5/5
🔥 Burn Level: 4/5
🌶️ Spice Level: 4/5
💧 Emotional: 4/5
This was such a fun summer romance!
Tristan is a firefighter, Annie is a bartender, and when a wildfire throws them together, the forced proximity creates plenty of chemistry.
I loved the Fourth of July setting and how perfectly it fit the story. It gave the romance such a fun summer atmosphere while still allowing for emotional moments between the characters.
The audiobook was absolutely amazing.
The narrators were perfect for Tristan and Annie. They made every conversation feel natural and brought so much personality to the characters that I never wanted to stop listening.
Honestly, the audiobook was so good that now I want to buy the book just so I can experience the story again in a different way.
If you enjoy firefighter romances, summer settings, and fantastic audiobook narration, definitely give this one a listen.
Thank you to Luna Literary Management and E.L. Koslo for the opportunity to listen to an advanced listening copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
🔥 Burn Level: 4/5
🌶️ Spice Level: 4/5
💧 Emotional: 4/5
This was such a fun summer romance!
Tristan is a firefighter, Annie is a bartender, and when a wildfire throws them together, the forced proximity creates plenty of chemistry.
I loved the Fourth of July setting and how perfectly it fit the story. It gave the romance such a fun summer atmosphere while still allowing for emotional moments between the characters.
The audiobook was absolutely amazing.
The narrators were perfect for Tristan and Annie. They made every conversation feel natural and brought so much personality to the characters that I never wanted to stop listening.
Honestly, the audiobook was so good that now I want to buy the book just so I can experience the story again in a different way.
If you enjoy firefighter romances, summer settings, and fantastic audiobook narration, definitely give this one a listen.
Thank you to Luna Literary Management and E.L. Koslo for the opportunity to listen to an advanced listening copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
June 30, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌶️🌶️.5
🎧Duet Narration
👨🏻🚒Firefighter MMC
🍺Bartender FMC
🛖Forced Proximity
☀️Summer/4th of July
This audiobook hooked me from the dedication! I loved everything about this story. Annie has been in a friend with benefits situation for years to avoid emotional entanglement. Tristan has recently moved back to town after a fire accident caused him to leave his wildfire jumper job. They fall hard and fast for each other and I was here for it all. They communicate well with each other not hiding secrets to sabotage the relationship later. There is still a bump in the road to overcome and there was a scene that made me cry. The spicy scenes were delectable. The way these two talk to each other during those scene, chef’s kiss! And Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts were amazing, they really breathed life into Annie and Tristan.
Thank you so much to E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary for this alc opportunity!!
🎧Duet Narration
👨🏻🚒Firefighter MMC
🍺Bartender FMC
🛖Forced Proximity
☀️Summer/4th of July
This audiobook hooked me from the dedication! I loved everything about this story. Annie has been in a friend with benefits situation for years to avoid emotional entanglement. Tristan has recently moved back to town after a fire accident caused him to leave his wildfire jumper job. They fall hard and fast for each other and I was here for it all. They communicate well with each other not hiding secrets to sabotage the relationship later. There is still a bump in the road to overcome and there was a scene that made me cry. The spicy scenes were delectable. The way these two talk to each other during those scene, chef’s kiss! And Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts were amazing, they really breathed life into Annie and Tristan.
Thank you so much to E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary for this alc opportunity!!
July 13, 2026
4⭐️ 2.5🌶 4🎧
Great mix of laughter, heart, healing, spice and chemistry. I really loved the balance in this book. Its playful while also tackling serious topics without making it feel overwhelming. Also having read the first 2 books in this series i liked this take on masked men.
Tripp/Tristan and Annie are so adorable and funny. Their banter was amazing. Their chemistry was delicious and the spice only added depth to their connection. They really had a beautiful connection and was much more then sexual chemistry. Their story is emotional and deals with PTSD and loss. They both support each other through the tough moments. They both showed up for one another without question giving strength and comfort.
This audiobook was done in duet style narration by Madison Mitts and Theodore Zephvr. They did a fantastic job of bringing this story to life and deepening the connection of the characters. Madison delivers the sass, sensitivity and care of Annie while Theodore gave Tristan his strong, protective and loving heart a voice. They did a great job
Thank you to E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary for this ALC. These are my honest opinions and feelings.
Great mix of laughter, heart, healing, spice and chemistry. I really loved the balance in this book. Its playful while also tackling serious topics without making it feel overwhelming. Also having read the first 2 books in this series i liked this take on masked men.
Tripp/Tristan and Annie are so adorable and funny. Their banter was amazing. Their chemistry was delicious and the spice only added depth to their connection. They really had a beautiful connection and was much more then sexual chemistry. Their story is emotional and deals with PTSD and loss. They both support each other through the tough moments. They both showed up for one another without question giving strength and comfort.
This audiobook was done in duet style narration by Madison Mitts and Theodore Zephvr. They did a fantastic job of bringing this story to life and deepening the connection of the characters. Madison delivers the sass, sensitivity and care of Annie while Theodore gave Tristan his strong, protective and loving heart a voice. They did a great job
Thank you to E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary for this ALC. These are my honest opinions and feelings.
June 28, 2026
Smokin' Situation by E.L. Koslo is book three of the Masked Men of Sage Springs series. It is a contemporary small-town romance set in the charming small town of Sage Springs. It features a rugged firefighter, a witty bartender, forced proximity, emotional healing, and enough Fourth of July chaos to keep the sparks flying both literally and figuratively.
SUMMARY: After a devastating wildfire changes everything, bartender Rheyanne "Annie" finds herself rescued by a mysterious masked cowboy on horseback. That cowboy turns out to be Tristian "Tripp" -- a quiet, protective firefighter carrying emotional scars of his own. Forced together under extraordinary circumstances, their undeniable attraction quickly grows into something much deeper as they help one another navigate grief, trauma, and the possibility of a fresh start.
REVIEW: Smokin' Situation was such an enjoyable surprise. E.L. Koslo delivered a romance that perfectly balanced laugh-out-loud banter, heartfelt emotional moments, and delicious chemistry without ever feeling overly heavy. The pacing moved quickly, but I never felt like the relationship was rushed. Considering everything Annie and Tripp experienced together, their emotional connection felt authentic and well-earned.
Tripp was a wonderful MMC. Beneath his stoic, gruff exterior was an incredibly thoughtful and compassionate man whose protective instincts never overshadowed Annie's independence. I especially appreciated how the author handled his PTSD. It was portrayed with compassion and realism, and watching Annie instinctively know how to ground and support him during his difficult moments made their relationship feel rooted in genuine care rather than simple physical attraction.
Annie was equally easy to love. She was resilient, quick-witted, and refreshingly capable, despite everything life continued to throw her way. I loved that she wasn't written as an FMC who waited to be rescued, even though Tripp certainly had his swoon-worthy 'white knight' moments. Instead, both Annie and Tripp continually showed up for each other -- offering comfort, encouragement, and unwavering support when it mattered most.
One of my favorite parts of the book was the banter. Annie and Tripp's teasing conversations had me smiling throughout the story. Their playful dynamic made the emotional moments land even harder. Once the romance really took off, their chemistry was delectable. There were plenty of spIcy scenes and they fit naturally within the progression of their relationship.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed Smokin' Situation by E.L. Koslo. It blends humor, heart, emotional healing, and steamy romance into an addictive story that was incredibly difficult to put down. If you enjoy protective heroes, witty heroines, forced proximity, small-town charm, and romances where the emotional connection is just as satisfying as the spice, I highly recommend adding this one to your TBR.
A huge thank you to E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary Management for the ARC. All opinions are my own.
TROPES: Firefighter MMC, Bartender FMC, Forced Proximity, Small-Town Romance, Fourth of July Setting, Hurt/Comfort, PTSD Representation, Protective Hero, Emotional Healing, Fast Burn, Spicy Romance
Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice Scale: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Cliffhanger: No
HEA: Yes
POV: 1st person, alternating
Series / Standalone: Interconnected standalone
Narrators: Madison Mitts, Theodore Zephyr
Narration Style: Duet
INSTAGRAM: @Book.Lover.IRL
STORYGRAPH: @Book_Lover_IRL
GOODREADS: Book Lover IRL
FABLE: Book Lover IRL
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I loved this book
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I really liked this book
⭐️⭐️⭐️ I liked this book
⭐️⭐️ Meh… bored or annoyed
⭐️ Seriously? Not worth it
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ INFERNO. P@nty melting
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ Blazing h0t
🌶️🌶️🌶️ Now we’re talking
🌶️🌶️ Meh… uninspired missionary
🌶️ Does weak f0replay count?
SUMMARY: After a devastating wildfire changes everything, bartender Rheyanne "Annie" finds herself rescued by a mysterious masked cowboy on horseback. That cowboy turns out to be Tristian "Tripp" -- a quiet, protective firefighter carrying emotional scars of his own. Forced together under extraordinary circumstances, their undeniable attraction quickly grows into something much deeper as they help one another navigate grief, trauma, and the possibility of a fresh start.
REVIEW: Smokin' Situation was such an enjoyable surprise. E.L. Koslo delivered a romance that perfectly balanced laugh-out-loud banter, heartfelt emotional moments, and delicious chemistry without ever feeling overly heavy. The pacing moved quickly, but I never felt like the relationship was rushed. Considering everything Annie and Tripp experienced together, their emotional connection felt authentic and well-earned.
Tripp was a wonderful MMC. Beneath his stoic, gruff exterior was an incredibly thoughtful and compassionate man whose protective instincts never overshadowed Annie's independence. I especially appreciated how the author handled his PTSD. It was portrayed with compassion and realism, and watching Annie instinctively know how to ground and support him during his difficult moments made their relationship feel rooted in genuine care rather than simple physical attraction.
Annie was equally easy to love. She was resilient, quick-witted, and refreshingly capable, despite everything life continued to throw her way. I loved that she wasn't written as an FMC who waited to be rescued, even though Tripp certainly had his swoon-worthy 'white knight' moments. Instead, both Annie and Tripp continually showed up for each other -- offering comfort, encouragement, and unwavering support when it mattered most.
One of my favorite parts of the book was the banter. Annie and Tripp's teasing conversations had me smiling throughout the story. Their playful dynamic made the emotional moments land even harder. Once the romance really took off, their chemistry was delectable. There were plenty of spIcy scenes and they fit naturally within the progression of their relationship.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed Smokin' Situation by E.L. Koslo. It blends humor, heart, emotional healing, and steamy romance into an addictive story that was incredibly difficult to put down. If you enjoy protective heroes, witty heroines, forced proximity, small-town charm, and romances where the emotional connection is just as satisfying as the spice, I highly recommend adding this one to your TBR.
A huge thank you to E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary Management for the ARC. All opinions are my own.
TROPES: Firefighter MMC, Bartender FMC, Forced Proximity, Small-Town Romance, Fourth of July Setting, Hurt/Comfort, PTSD Representation, Protective Hero, Emotional Healing, Fast Burn, Spicy Romance
Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice Scale: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Cliffhanger: No
HEA: Yes
POV: 1st person, alternating
Series / Standalone: Interconnected standalone
Narrators: Madison Mitts, Theodore Zephyr
Narration Style: Duet
INSTAGRAM: @Book.Lover.IRL
STORYGRAPH: @Book_Lover_IRL
GOODREADS: Book Lover IRL
FABLE: Book Lover IRL
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I loved this book
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I really liked this book
⭐️⭐️⭐️ I liked this book
⭐️⭐️ Meh… bored or annoyed
⭐️ Seriously? Not worth it
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ INFERNO. P@nty melting
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ Blazing h0t
🌶️🌶️🌶️ Now we’re talking
🌶️🌶️ Meh… uninspired missionary
🌶️ Does weak f0replay count?
July 3, 2026
🔥🐴 Wildfires, forced proximity, and chemistry hot enough to rival the flames. 🐴🔥
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
Spice-meter: 🌶️🌶️🌶️☆☆ (3/5)
Audiobook: 🎧 Duet
Series: Masked Men of Sage Springs, Book 3
HEA: Yes
This was my first book in the Masked Men of Sage Springs series, and it definitely made me curious to go back and listen to the first two books. Smokin’ Situation is a short, fast-paced, and spicy romance that delivers exactly what it promises: heat, banter, and a fun small-town cowboy vibe.
I’m honestly not sure whether Tristan or Annie was the bigger draw for me. Tristan is the ultimate scarred cinnamon roll hero: protective, quietly sweet, and impossible not to root for. Annie brings the perfect counterbalance with her sarcastic, fiery personality and sharp wit. Their chemistry felt effortless from the start, and the banter between them was easily one of the strongest parts of the story.
Despite being a shorter read, the romance never felt rushed. The forced proximity setup works really well here, creating plenty of tension, emotional vulnerability, and some genuinely sweet hurt/comfort moments. And yes… the spicy scenes absolutely delivered. The dialogue and chemistry between them during those moments? Chef’s kiss.
I also appreciated that both characters are in their thirties, which gave the romance a slightly more grounded, mature feel while still keeping all the fun and heat.
What I Loved
✔️ Scarred cinnamon roll cowboy MMC
✔️ Feisty, sarcastic bartender FMC
✔️ Fun forced proximity setup
✔️ Strong banter and chemistry
✔️ Mature characters in their 30s
✔️ Great blend of spice and sweetness
✔️ Quick, bingeable read
🎧 Narration
Performed in duet narration by Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts.
The audiobook was fantastic. Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts brought so much life and emotion to Tristan and Annie’s story. Theodore perfectly captured Tristan’s quiet strength, protectiveness, and softer emotional layers, while Madison delivered Annie’s sass, vulnerability, and fire beautifully.
Together, they created believable chemistry and made the emotional and romantic moments land even harder. Their performances added a lot of depth to what was already a fun and engaging story.
Tropes & Vibes
✔️ Firefighter MMC
✔️ Bartender FMC
✔️ Forced Proximity
✔️ Hurt / Comfort
✔️ Small Town Romance
✔️ Cinnamon Roll Hero
✔️ Friends-with-Benefits’ Brother
✔️ Protective MMC
✔️ Spicy Romance
✔️ Fast-Paced Read
Final Thoughts
Smokin’ Situation is a fun, steamy, and easy-to-binge romance with strong chemistry, lovable characters, and plenty of spice packed into a shorter story. It may not be deeply complex, but it doesn’t need to be. It knows exactly what kind of story it wants to tell and delivers it well.
If you enjoy firefighter cowboys, forced proximity, sarcastic heroines, and cinnamon roll heroes who go soft for their girl, this one is definitely worth picking up.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
Spice-meter: 🌶️🌶️🌶️☆☆ (3/5)
Audiobook: 🎧 Duet
Series: Masked Men of Sage Springs, Book 3
HEA: Yes
This was my first book in the Masked Men of Sage Springs series, and it definitely made me curious to go back and listen to the first two books. Smokin’ Situation is a short, fast-paced, and spicy romance that delivers exactly what it promises: heat, banter, and a fun small-town cowboy vibe.
I’m honestly not sure whether Tristan or Annie was the bigger draw for me. Tristan is the ultimate scarred cinnamon roll hero: protective, quietly sweet, and impossible not to root for. Annie brings the perfect counterbalance with her sarcastic, fiery personality and sharp wit. Their chemistry felt effortless from the start, and the banter between them was easily one of the strongest parts of the story.
Despite being a shorter read, the romance never felt rushed. The forced proximity setup works really well here, creating plenty of tension, emotional vulnerability, and some genuinely sweet hurt/comfort moments. And yes… the spicy scenes absolutely delivered. The dialogue and chemistry between them during those moments? Chef’s kiss.
I also appreciated that both characters are in their thirties, which gave the romance a slightly more grounded, mature feel while still keeping all the fun and heat.
What I Loved
✔️ Scarred cinnamon roll cowboy MMC
✔️ Feisty, sarcastic bartender FMC
✔️ Fun forced proximity setup
✔️ Strong banter and chemistry
✔️ Mature characters in their 30s
✔️ Great blend of spice and sweetness
✔️ Quick, bingeable read
🎧 Narration
Performed in duet narration by Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts.
The audiobook was fantastic. Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts brought so much life and emotion to Tristan and Annie’s story. Theodore perfectly captured Tristan’s quiet strength, protectiveness, and softer emotional layers, while Madison delivered Annie’s sass, vulnerability, and fire beautifully.
Together, they created believable chemistry and made the emotional and romantic moments land even harder. Their performances added a lot of depth to what was already a fun and engaging story.
Tropes & Vibes
✔️ Firefighter MMC
✔️ Bartender FMC
✔️ Forced Proximity
✔️ Hurt / Comfort
✔️ Small Town Romance
✔️ Cinnamon Roll Hero
✔️ Friends-with-Benefits’ Brother
✔️ Protective MMC
✔️ Spicy Romance
✔️ Fast-Paced Read
Final Thoughts
Smokin’ Situation is a fun, steamy, and easy-to-binge romance with strong chemistry, lovable characters, and plenty of spice packed into a shorter story. It may not be deeply complex, but it doesn’t need to be. It knows exactly what kind of story it wants to tell and delivers it well.
If you enjoy firefighter cowboys, forced proximity, sarcastic heroines, and cinnamon roll heroes who go soft for their girl, this one is definitely worth picking up.
July 1, 2026
Grumpy cowboy/firefighter who’ll literally ride through a wildfire to save you? Say less… I’m already pressing play. 🤠🔥
This audiobook completely stole my heart.
Tristan is the ultimate scarred, grumpy cinnamon-roll cowboy/firefighter, and Annie? She’s confident, funny, knows exactly what she wants, and I absolutely loved that she wasn’t waiting around to be rescued… even if Tristan had other ideas. Their chemistry? Pure wildfire. ❤️🔥
What really surprised me was the emotional depth. Yes, there’s plenty of swoon, banter, forced proximity, and spice that’ll have you fanning yourself, but the way E.L. Koslo captures the devastation of wildfires and the impact they have on firefighters and their communities genuinely hit me in the feels. I definitely wasn’t expecting to get misty-eyed.
And can we talk about the narration? Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts absolutely owned these characters. Duet narration always pulls me in, but these two didn’t just read the story… they lived it. Every laugh, every vulnerable moment, every flirty exchange—it felt so real that I forgot I was listening to an audiobook.
If you love:
🔥 Grumpy cowboy/firefighter MMC
🤠 Forced proximity
❤️ Honest communication (no ridiculous miscommunication drama!)
🌶️ Delicious spice
🎆 Small-town summer romance
…then this one deserves a spot in your ears immediately.
Huge thank you to E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary for the ALC. This one was equal parts heart, heat, and horses… and honestly, that’s a combination I’m never saying no to. 🐴❤️🔥
This audiobook completely stole my heart.
Tristan is the ultimate scarred, grumpy cinnamon-roll cowboy/firefighter, and Annie? She’s confident, funny, knows exactly what she wants, and I absolutely loved that she wasn’t waiting around to be rescued… even if Tristan had other ideas. Their chemistry? Pure wildfire. ❤️🔥
What really surprised me was the emotional depth. Yes, there’s plenty of swoon, banter, forced proximity, and spice that’ll have you fanning yourself, but the way E.L. Koslo captures the devastation of wildfires and the impact they have on firefighters and their communities genuinely hit me in the feels. I definitely wasn’t expecting to get misty-eyed.
And can we talk about the narration? Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts absolutely owned these characters. Duet narration always pulls me in, but these two didn’t just read the story… they lived it. Every laugh, every vulnerable moment, every flirty exchange—it felt so real that I forgot I was listening to an audiobook.
If you love:
🔥 Grumpy cowboy/firefighter MMC
🤠 Forced proximity
❤️ Honest communication (no ridiculous miscommunication drama!)
🌶️ Delicious spice
🎆 Small-town summer romance
…then this one deserves a spot in your ears immediately.
Huge thank you to E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary for the ALC. This one was equal parts heart, heat, and horses… and honestly, that’s a combination I’m never saying no to. 🐴❤️🔥
July 1, 2026
Smokn Situation
Masked Men of Sage Springs book 3
Available Now
Narrated Duet Style: Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts
🎇Friend with Benefit’s Brother
🤠Firefighter MMC
🎇Bartender FMC
🤠Forced Proximity
🎇Hurt/Comfort
🤠4th of July/Summer Romance
I was immediately hooked and once I was in I had the hardest time letting go…I think it’s safe to say that it’s my favorite out of the series. I’m not sure if it was the cinnamon roll firefighter/ranch hand that drew me in or the sarcastic fiesty bartender that was the bigger drawl but either way once again E.L Koslo delivered another banger.
I loved that Annie and Tristan actually communicated instead of relying on unnecessary miscommunication. Their romance felt genuine, their banter was top tier, And the spice? Absolutely delectable. The dirty talk? Chef's kiss. 🥵 Their chemistry practically melted my headphones and I couldn’t get enough. The writing and Theodore’s narration was a deadly combination! Plus add in Madison’s breathy responses definitely added to the hot factor.
What I wasn't expecting was how emotional this story would be. E.L. Koslo beautifully captured the impact of wildfires on firefighters and their communities, and yes...I definitely got misty-eyed.
The duet narration by Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts was phenomenal. They completely brought these characters to life and made every emotional and steamy moment hit even harder.
Another absolute banger from E.L. Koslo. Huge thank you to E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary for the ALC!
Masked Men of Sage Springs book 3
Available Now
Narrated Duet Style: Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts
🎇Friend with Benefit’s Brother
🤠Firefighter MMC
🎇Bartender FMC
🤠Forced Proximity
🎇Hurt/Comfort
🤠4th of July/Summer Romance
I was immediately hooked and once I was in I had the hardest time letting go…I think it’s safe to say that it’s my favorite out of the series. I’m not sure if it was the cinnamon roll firefighter/ranch hand that drew me in or the sarcastic fiesty bartender that was the bigger drawl but either way once again E.L Koslo delivered another banger.
I loved that Annie and Tristan actually communicated instead of relying on unnecessary miscommunication. Their romance felt genuine, their banter was top tier, And the spice? Absolutely delectable. The dirty talk? Chef's kiss. 🥵 Their chemistry practically melted my headphones and I couldn’t get enough. The writing and Theodore’s narration was a deadly combination! Plus add in Madison’s breathy responses definitely added to the hot factor.
What I wasn't expecting was how emotional this story would be. E.L. Koslo beautifully captured the impact of wildfires on firefighters and their communities, and yes...I definitely got misty-eyed.
The duet narration by Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts was phenomenal. They completely brought these characters to life and made every emotional and steamy moment hit even harder.
Another absolute banger from E.L. Koslo. Huge thank you to E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary for the ALC!
October 29, 2026
🎧📚
Smokin’ Situation is my first book by E.L. Koslo and it will not be my last!!!!! I enjoyed this story so much. It’s original. It’s written well easy to read. There are a few times that I actually had goosebumps. I’m not usually into Insta love/attraction but this one had me from the beginning.
The chemistry between Tripp and Raye is electric. I love the way that interact between each other. And the spice is fantastic. I will definitely be rooting the first two books in the series and any that come later.
Theodore Zypher and Madison Mitts did an exceptional job. They are believable as a characters. They sounded wonderful together, and you can feel the chemistry between them. I will be looking for books narrated by these two in the future.
This is a perfect book to listen to or read on a hot summer weekend. Or if you’re looking for something to warm up those cold winter nights. This is such a great book. You should read it.
Performance ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Story⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Overall⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25
Thank you Luna Literary Management and EL Koslo for the gifted copy. All opinions are my own!!!
Smokin’ Situation is my first book by E.L. Koslo and it will not be my last!!!!! I enjoyed this story so much. It’s original. It’s written well easy to read. There are a few times that I actually had goosebumps. I’m not usually into Insta love/attraction but this one had me from the beginning.
The chemistry between Tripp and Raye is electric. I love the way that interact between each other. And the spice is fantastic. I will definitely be rooting the first two books in the series and any that come later.
Theodore Zypher and Madison Mitts did an exceptional job. They are believable as a characters. They sounded wonderful together, and you can feel the chemistry between them. I will be looking for books narrated by these two in the future.
This is a perfect book to listen to or read on a hot summer weekend. Or if you’re looking for something to warm up those cold winter nights. This is such a great book. You should read it.
Performance ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Story⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Overall⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25
Thank you Luna Literary Management and EL Koslo for the gifted copy. All opinions are my own!!!
June 28, 2026
I absolutely adored this audiobook! It had me hooked from beginning to end!
Annie is a bartender and has been in a situationship to avoid being emotionally involved with anyone, but she is feeling the urge to end things.
Tristan moved back to town after a major injury that took him off duty as a smoke jumper and he needed time to recover. Needing to get out of the house, he finds a job as a manager at a ranch and becomes a volunteer fire fighter.
He meets Annie at their annual town event and is immediately intrigued. Unfortunately, he doesn't realize she is connected to him in so many ways.
The emotional pull of this story had me from the get go, their honesty with each other and what they want was clear from the beginning but they still have obstacles to overcome and they do well to navigate their challenges because they both know what they want out of life.
Madison Mitts and Theodore Zephyr are my ever end 🫠 absolutely love both of them! The way they are able to get into character and portray them is just phenomenal! The performance was raw and moving and left me misty eyed. I was speechless but they for sure portrayed these characters perfectly!
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶🌶
Narration: 🎙🎙🎙🎙🎙
Annie is a bartender and has been in a situationship to avoid being emotionally involved with anyone, but she is feeling the urge to end things.
Tristan moved back to town after a major injury that took him off duty as a smoke jumper and he needed time to recover. Needing to get out of the house, he finds a job as a manager at a ranch and becomes a volunteer fire fighter.
He meets Annie at their annual town event and is immediately intrigued. Unfortunately, he doesn't realize she is connected to him in so many ways.
The emotional pull of this story had me from the get go, their honesty with each other and what they want was clear from the beginning but they still have obstacles to overcome and they do well to navigate their challenges because they both know what they want out of life.
Madison Mitts and Theodore Zephyr are my ever end 🫠 absolutely love both of them! The way they are able to get into character and portray them is just phenomenal! The performance was raw and moving and left me misty eyed. I was speechless but they for sure portrayed these characters perfectly!
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶🌶
Narration: 🎙🎙🎙🎙🎙
July 3, 2026
Love, love loved it!
Such a great story.
I’ve loved this series and found this book just as enchanting as the rest.
This one follows Annie who’s in her early 30’s but other than having regular hook ups with her male friend, still hasn’t met the man for her.
Until Trip comes waltzing into her life and not only saving her once, but now twice.
Their chemistry is electric and neither can resist spending time with each other.
This is a steamy story where the man comes to the rescue of a beautiful woman who just happens to be the lady he can’t get out of his mind.
There is danger, emotion, fun and a swoony scene at the end when Trip goes and gets his lady back.
Loved it and especially the characters.
I’m certainly looking forward to more in this series.
I had the please of listening to this story by audiobook and it was narrated in duet by Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts.
I enjoyed both of their performances and felt they did a wonderful job adding their own flare to the storytelling.
Thank you EL Koslo and Luna Literary for the opportunity to listen to this audiobook.
Such a great story.
I’ve loved this series and found this book just as enchanting as the rest.
This one follows Annie who’s in her early 30’s but other than having regular hook ups with her male friend, still hasn’t met the man for her.
Until Trip comes waltzing into her life and not only saving her once, but now twice.
Their chemistry is electric and neither can resist spending time with each other.
This is a steamy story where the man comes to the rescue of a beautiful woman who just happens to be the lady he can’t get out of his mind.
There is danger, emotion, fun and a swoony scene at the end when Trip goes and gets his lady back.
Loved it and especially the characters.
I’m certainly looking forward to more in this series.
I had the please of listening to this story by audiobook and it was narrated in duet by Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts.
I enjoyed both of their performances and felt they did a wonderful job adding their own flare to the storytelling.
Thank you EL Koslo and Luna Literary for the opportunity to listen to this audiobook.
July 3, 2026
3.5 🎧
⭐️⭐️⭐️🔥🤠🐴
This book was smokin hot with love at first rescue vibes .
Tropes
Forced Proximity with One bed
Fourth of July Summer Cowboy Romance
Comfort/ Hurt
Bartender FMC
Firefighter MMC
Tristan /Trip and Annie/ Rhye cross paths during a wild fire and their lives change completely. In the next week their Lust for each other will surprise them both. They both have not being interested in dating for months . Annie hasn’t been seeing her friend with benefits for a while now so does that make her free to explore other romance opportunities . Trip / Tristan doesn’t know if he’s going to stick around or where he is going in his career and he has wounds physically and mentally that are still healing. The rest of the story is so smokin hot you will need to call the fire department especially with all those summer dresses with no panties and Trips rippling abs . Give this audio a go . Theo/Mads do an excellent job narrating this Duet Audio .
Thank you to Luna Literacy for this ALC copy !
#lunaliteracy
#smokinsituations
#bookfunnel
⭐️⭐️⭐️🔥🤠🐴
This book was smokin hot with love at first rescue vibes .
Tropes
Forced Proximity with One bed
Fourth of July Summer Cowboy Romance
Comfort/ Hurt
Bartender FMC
Firefighter MMC
Tristan /Trip and Annie/ Rhye cross paths during a wild fire and their lives change completely. In the next week their Lust for each other will surprise them both. They both have not being interested in dating for months . Annie hasn’t been seeing her friend with benefits for a while now so does that make her free to explore other romance opportunities . Trip / Tristan doesn’t know if he’s going to stick around or where he is going in his career and he has wounds physically and mentally that are still healing. The rest of the story is so smokin hot you will need to call the fire department especially with all those summer dresses with no panties and Trips rippling abs . Give this audio a go . Theo/Mads do an excellent job narrating this Duet Audio .
Thank you to Luna Literacy for this ALC copy !
#lunaliteracy
#smokinsituations
#bookfunnel
July 24, 2026
This is my first time reading about a cowboy firefighter and I gotta say that I love it! Theo and Maddi always bring to life the characters they narrate and this one wasn’t the exception. I really enjoyed the duet narration and how Annie and Tristan connected amidst the chaos, their losses, and trauma. It was also my first time reading about a scarred man. Tristan becoming Annie’s hero in more ways than one and the southern accent in the narration, damn.
I’ve read all the previous Masked Men of Sage Springs books and I always connected with the characters. This time I couldn’t connect with them. It was entertaining and I liked reading about the characters and their backstories. I couldn’t feel the chemistry between Annie and Tristan. I felt their pain. I felt their trauma but not them as a couple. One book I hope we get is Baker and Annie’s sister, Reese. Their moments made me want to know more about their past and how they reconnected.
Thank you El Koslo and Luna Literary Management for the ALC. This is my honest opinion.
I’ve read all the previous Masked Men of Sage Springs books and I always connected with the characters. This time I couldn’t connect with them. It was entertaining and I liked reading about the characters and their backstories. I couldn’t feel the chemistry between Annie and Tristan. I felt their pain. I felt their trauma but not them as a couple. One book I hope we get is Baker and Annie’s sister, Reese. Their moments made me want to know more about their past and how they reconnected.
Thank you El Koslo and Luna Literary Management for the ALC. This is my honest opinion.
July 2, 2026
ALC Review:
Duet Narration by Madison Mitts and Theodore Zephyr
4.5⭐
Tropes:
Friend with Benefit’s Brother
Firefighter MMC x Bartender FMC
Forced Proximity
Hurt/Comfort
4th of July/Summer Romance
The story centers on Annie (Rhey), an early-30s recovering people-pleaser trying to outrun a dead-end situationship. Having been a people-pleaser myself, diving into Annie's POV felt incredibly close to home and kept me completely invested. She is rescued from a raging wildfire by Tripp, a scarred former smokejumper struggling with severe depression and PTSD from surviving a wildfire accident. Their lakeside isolation quickly turns into a summer romance of mutual healing.
Madison Mitts captures Annie's modern struggles with precision and heart, while Theodore Zephyr's deep, emotive performance brings incredible authenticity to Tristan's internal battles.
Luna Literary PR and the E.L. Koslo for this ALC!!
Duet Narration by Madison Mitts and Theodore Zephyr
4.5⭐
Tropes:
Friend with Benefit’s Brother
Firefighter MMC x Bartender FMC
Forced Proximity
Hurt/Comfort
4th of July/Summer Romance
The story centers on Annie (Rhey), an early-30s recovering people-pleaser trying to outrun a dead-end situationship. Having been a people-pleaser myself, diving into Annie's POV felt incredibly close to home and kept me completely invested. She is rescued from a raging wildfire by Tripp, a scarred former smokejumper struggling with severe depression and PTSD from surviving a wildfire accident. Their lakeside isolation quickly turns into a summer romance of mutual healing.
Madison Mitts captures Annie's modern struggles with precision and heart, while Theodore Zephyr's deep, emotive performance brings incredible authenticity to Tristan's internal battles.
Luna Literary PR and the E.L. Koslo for this ALC!!
July 6, 2026
5★
🎧 -Smokin' Situation by E.L. Koslo
Performance-10/10
Story- 10/10
This amazing audiobook is duet narrated by Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts. This was my first book by E.L. Koslo and I enjoyed the heck out of it. This book is will have going through the emotions. I loved how Madison and Theodore brought the characters emotions to life from the sad parts to the parts that have you laughing your butt off!
The spice in this book was chef kiss and very well done. I definitely will be going back and listening to the other Masked Men Of Sage Springs.
Watching Annie and Tristan grow was one of my favorite parts of this book. The chemistry between these two is off the charts. This book touches on Tristan’s PTSD and watching how Annie becomes one of his biggest supporters.
Thank you for the opportunity by Luna Literary for letting me listen to an early copy of this audiobook. All opinions are my own.
🎧 -Smokin' Situation by E.L. Koslo
Performance-10/10
Story- 10/10
This amazing audiobook is duet narrated by Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts. This was my first book by E.L. Koslo and I enjoyed the heck out of it. This book is will have going through the emotions. I loved how Madison and Theodore brought the characters emotions to life from the sad parts to the parts that have you laughing your butt off!
The spice in this book was chef kiss and very well done. I definitely will be going back and listening to the other Masked Men Of Sage Springs.
Watching Annie and Tristan grow was one of my favorite parts of this book. The chemistry between these two is off the charts. This book touches on Tristan’s PTSD and watching how Annie becomes one of his biggest supporters.
Thank you for the opportunity by Luna Literary for letting me listen to an early copy of this audiobook. All opinions are my own.
June 30, 2026
4⭐️ 2.5🌶️ 4.5🎧
These two were so fun, and I really enjoyed this take on Ex's (or rather FWBs) Brother. Rhey/Annie and Tripp/Tristan were so good together, I loved their banter and how they were constantly joking with each other, their relationship was very playful and fun.
Madison Mitts and Theodore Zephyr narrate this book in DUET and did a good job! I enjoyed their performances, but was very aware of when they inhaled, which pulled me out of the story occasionally. I still really enjoyed this listen and felt it elevated the reading experience.
Thank you, E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary, for an advanced copy of this audiobook.
These two were so fun, and I really enjoyed this take on Ex's (or rather FWBs) Brother. Rhey/Annie and Tripp/Tristan were so good together, I loved their banter and how they were constantly joking with each other, their relationship was very playful and fun.
Madison Mitts and Theodore Zephyr narrate this book in DUET and did a good job! I enjoyed their performances, but was very aware of when they inhaled, which pulled me out of the story occasionally. I still really enjoyed this listen and felt it elevated the reading experience.
Thank you, E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary, for an advanced copy of this audiobook.
July 6, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
I previously listened to another audiobook by this author and the same narrators, and it was such a fun read. I was looking forward to listening to Annie and Tristan’s story. Once again, narrators Madison Mitts and Theodore Zephyr did a great job bringing the characters to life. After this second narration from them, I think I’d be willing to listen to any book they narrate.
❤️ Friend with Benefit’s Brother
🤍 Firefighter MMC
💙 Bartender FMC
❤️ Forced Proximity
🤍 Hurt/Comfort
💙 4th of July/Summer Romance
I received a free advance listening copy of this book from the author and Luna Literary.
I previously listened to another audiobook by this author and the same narrators, and it was such a fun read. I was looking forward to listening to Annie and Tristan’s story. Once again, narrators Madison Mitts and Theodore Zephyr did a great job bringing the characters to life. After this second narration from them, I think I’d be willing to listen to any book they narrate.
❤️ Friend with Benefit’s Brother
🤍 Firefighter MMC
💙 Bartender FMC
❤️ Forced Proximity
🤍 Hurt/Comfort
💙 4th of July/Summer Romance
I received a free advance listening copy of this book from the author and Luna Literary.
July 26, 2026
This was such a FUN listen!!! Rhey is SPICY and full of sass and Tripp doesn't know what's coming when they meet in town. Then due to an unfortunate wildfire they are forced into close proximity of each other after he comes to her rescue! This is a great spicy listen and the narrators do an amazing job of bringing their characters to life! There is a plot twist that will have you saying OMG!!!
if you're looking for a fun quick listen and love, firefighters, age-gap, small town, forced proximity this listen is for you!!! 5 star listen for me.
Thank you so much E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary for the ALC opportunity! These thoughts are all my own.
if you're looking for a fun quick listen and love, firefighters, age-gap, small town, forced proximity this listen is for you!!! 5 star listen for me.
Thank you so much E.L. Koslo and Luna Literary for the ALC opportunity! These thoughts are all my own.
June 28, 2026
Thank you Luna Literacy and E.L. Koslo for the ALC
It’s a cute story. Short, fast paced and spicy. I liked the chemistry between Rae and Tripp and the connection they grow over a few days. To me it does feel pretty unrealistic to fall in love within a week, but it works for this book. Didn’t care for the drama with Tripps brother. We are told he’s hooking up early on with the MMC but we don’t meet him till the last 70%. He acts like a jerk and it just was unneeded drama. The narration was perfect.
It’s a cute story. Short, fast paced and spicy. I liked the chemistry between Rae and Tripp and the connection they grow over a few days. To me it does feel pretty unrealistic to fall in love within a week, but it works for this book. Didn’t care for the drama with Tripps brother. We are told he’s hooking up early on with the MMC but we don’t meet him till the last 70%. He acts like a jerk and it just was unneeded drama. The narration was perfect.
July 5, 2026
Smokin' Situation was a serious take on a passionate love story. The author did a great job depicting the devastation wildfires cause and what firefighters and survivors go through, but the author also did an amazing job with the banter and tropes contained in this book. It is the third book in an inter-connected series, but I was able to read it as a standalone.
The narrators did an amazing job bringing the passion of the characters to life.
Thank you so much to Luna Literacy for the ALC of this book. This has been my voluntary review.
The narrators did an amazing job bringing the passion of the characters to life.
Thank you so much to Luna Literacy for the ALC of this book. This has been my voluntary review.
July 8, 2026
4.5 round up to 5
This was such a fun audiobook. i really want to check the others out in there series. the story just gives you a great pallet cleanser. There’s spark (literally), sizzling spice, and a cowboy firefighter! The narrators did a great job and its in duet which is just top tier in my book. it really gave me all the emotions, which include complex situations. i also loved that the MC’s are in their 30's. If you need a 4th of July rec then add this to your list. I also saw this on hoopla!
Thank you Luna Literary for the ALC!
This was such a fun audiobook. i really want to check the others out in there series. the story just gives you a great pallet cleanser. There’s spark (literally), sizzling spice, and a cowboy firefighter! The narrators did a great job and its in duet which is just top tier in my book. it really gave me all the emotions, which include complex situations. i also loved that the MC’s are in their 30's. If you need a 4th of July rec then add this to your list. I also saw this on hoopla!
Thank you Luna Literary for the ALC!
July 1, 2026
Duet narrated audio… this book was a good balance of spice and story… this MF, MMC is a wounded hero, firefighter, forced proximity, situationship with a twist… FMC trying decide her next move.. she finds her best friend and home in him! Both narrators were new to me… Male narrator did great but a few pronunciations that weren’t my favorite, female had moments but felt a little more forced.. over all worth the listen!
August 2, 2026
Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts are the narrators of this great audiobook. This story focuses on couple Annie and Tripp. I loved how they first met. He rescued her from a dangerous situation like her very own movie hero. He’s a cowboy who also does volunteer firefighting. He’s totally swoon worthy and I loved the instant attraction between them. This is a great story that’s fast paced and is spicy with a little humor. I loved the narrators, I think they did a great job.
July 1, 2026
Thank you to Luna Literary and El Kolso for this ALC
This was SO fun and SO sexy, what a fun one bed, he saves her, she saves him, oops her situationship’s brother . What a fun story and i def need to read the other two jn this series and see if there is another annies sister bc there def is a story there!!!
This was SO fun and SO sexy, what a fun one bed, he saves her, she saves him, oops her situationship’s brother . What a fun story and i def need to read the other two jn this series and see if there is another annies sister bc there def is a story there!!!
August 13, 2026
When this book first came out I ARC read it and loved it! Well the ALC did not disappoint! Theodore Zephyr and Madison Mitts did a fantastic job bringing these characters to life. I have had it happen a few time where I love the book and have reread and then listened to the audio and what I had in my head reading just doesn’t mesh with what I am hearing....now this isn’t the narrators fault totally my own lol....however these two were amazing and made me fall in love with the book all over again!
The whole Sage Springs Series is fantastic and if you haven’t listened or read I highly recommend you do!
The whole Sage Springs Series is fantastic and if you haven’t listened or read I highly recommend you do!
August 5, 2026
Another example of me jumping into the middle of a series but I ain't mad about this one. Its fun, emotional and has a lot going on. The banter was on point and made the story feel as like it moved along quickly.
Small town, firefighters and forced proximity. Yes please.
Small town, firefighters and forced proximity. Yes please.
July 2, 2026
Cowboy firefighter ? Hell yes. I so freaking enjoyed this book about Annie and Tristan. Man I couldn’t put it down without finishing it. Like once you start you won’t know when you finished it.
June 29, 2026
After a devastating wildfire, Annie (Rhey) decides to make the (pretty dumb) decision to make her way back into the evacuation zone to save her night shift nurse who she fears would sleep through the evacuation orders. In trying to save her sister, she ends up stranded herself and saved my a masked man on horseback. Tristan (Tripp) is a former smoke jumper who's recovering from a career ending accident while spending his time a s volunteer fire fighter. When they get to safety and he removes his mask, they both realize their chance meeting a day prior had sparks flying for both of them.
In an effort to keep safe while waiting out the wildfire, they spend time getting to know each other, and their friendship turns spicy quickly with their off the charts chemistry. And while Annie gave the nickname Rhey (her full name is Rheyanne) and Tristan introducing himself as Tripp, the two miss a very big piece of the puzzle that is bound to tear them apart: Annie's long-time situationship Jay is Tristan's brother.
I was lucky enough to receive an ALC for this and after listening to the other two audiobooks in the series, I was happy to see how the chemistry for the two of them played out while having cameos from the first two couples. The timing was perfect for right around the Fourth of July playing into the story, and I ate this one up! There's a bit of found family sprinkled throughout that wasn't overwhelming, and having listened to the first two did add a little more context, but I think you could totally read this one as a standalone if you wanted to get your hot fireman/savior fix.
I do want to say that when I started this series, I expected the "masked" aspect to be a little more prominent, and while it absolutely was for the first in the series, I quite liked the more vague interpretation of "Masked Men of Sage Springs," especially with how it varied from each story.
In an effort to keep safe while waiting out the wildfire, they spend time getting to know each other, and their friendship turns spicy quickly with their off the charts chemistry. And while Annie gave the nickname Rhey (her full name is Rheyanne) and Tristan introducing himself as Tripp, the two miss a very big piece of the puzzle that is bound to tear them apart: Annie's long-time situationship Jay is Tristan's brother.
I was lucky enough to receive an ALC for this and after listening to the other two audiobooks in the series, I was happy to see how the chemistry for the two of them played out while having cameos from the first two couples. The timing was perfect for right around the Fourth of July playing into the story, and I ate this one up! There's a bit of found family sprinkled throughout that wasn't overwhelming, and having listened to the first two did add a little more context, but I think you could totally read this one as a standalone if you wanted to get your hot fireman/savior fix.
I do want to say that when I started this series, I expected the "masked" aspect to be a little more prominent, and while it absolutely was for the first in the series, I quite liked the more vague interpretation of "Masked Men of Sage Springs," especially with how it varied from each story.
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