Combust

Natalie and Cameron are literally so cute :3 This book is such a simple quick read such a heartwarming book, to Natalie caring for Trinity from when she was little to becoming her mom <3. Cameron has already been through a lot and for him to go through having to raise a daughter on his own I can't even imagine how alone he must've felt. Favorite scene hands down had to of been when Trinity called Natalie her mom for the first time. I'd love to see what their future has in store for them, maybe a sibling for Trinity 👀

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Booksprout and I am voluntarily reviewing it.

While this is the second book in the series, you don't have to read the prior one to fully understand and enjoy this one.

This is written in a multiple person format. Getting secondary characters, as well as the main characters thoughts, really make for a more enjoyable read. I feel connected to the characters when I can read their thoughts.

I love this author. Her stories are well written and they just draw you in. The characters are so humanistic that it is hard to believe that they are just characters!

How can you not love a single dad firefighter?! Ms. Briscoe delivers these fantastic single dad stories. I hate to see them end.

These are sexy stories so just a word of caution. I would highly recommend this story to anyone over the age of consent!

Book two in the Bradford Station series features Cameron, a single dad firefighter and Natalie, a family friend who is now nanny to Cam's little girl. Natalie is younger than Cameron, plus his best friend's little sister, so we've got a lot of tropes going on in one story.
This isn't a bad thing by any means. I love Natalie and her relationship with Trinity, who's been lacking a mother figure most of her life. Natalie fills that, while always being cognizant of the fact that she and Cam are just friends...although she's always dreamed of more.
Cameron finally sees her in the same light, but he's also shackled by loyalty to her brother, and he's never risking a relationship again. That, of course, changes, and they do embark on at least a physical connection at first. Naturally, someone comes along to pop that bubble and strife ensues.
I liked this storyline and the characters, especially Natalie. It was well written and kept me engaged and turning pages while I read it in one sitting. As a longtime reader of romance, nothing is going to "surprise" you about the plot, but it will definitely keep you entertained. I love these kinds of stories because while there's drama, it's not so angst-filled that it's a constant roller coaster ride. Both types have their place and my ereader is filled with them all. Combust was the right book at the right time for me. I'll be back for book three...and any other Laramie Briscoe book she's working on. She quickly became a must-read author for me.