Crimson Creek

She doesn't have time for romance—until he walks through the door.

Single mom Cindy barely has time to breathe, let alone think about dating—especially not with cocky Andy, the ex-military heartthrob who's unexpectedly returned to their small Texas hometown. Between juggling soccer practices, school events, and two demanding nursing jobs, romance is the last thing on Cindy's mind. But then Andy walks in, all charming smiles and intense gazes, and suddenly the Texas heat isn't the only thing making her sweat. Too bad he's as overconfident as ever. Cindy knows better than to fall for a guy like him—no matter how tempting he is.

Andy never imagined medical retirement would send him back home—or lead him straight to the fiery, overworked nurse who's as irresistible as she is off-limits. Cindy isn't looking for trouble, especially the kind that could jeopardize her job, and Andy's complicated family past only adds to the obstacles.

When sparks ignite, they'll need to decide if their attraction is worth the risk, or if past baggage and professional boundaries will extinguish their budding romance before it even starts.