Ashes Between Us
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Last published Sat, May 16, 2026
Danielle Grant, 24, has just landed her dream job as a Crisis Intervention Social Worker at LAFD's Station 118. But her excitement is short-lived-because her new captain is Bobby Nash, the father who hasn't recognized her since a fire took half their family seven years ago. Bobby's memory of Danielle was erased by trauma, and in his grief, he rebuilt his life-with a new wife, new stepkids, and no space for the daughter he forgot.
Now, forced to work beside him, Danielle struggles to balance professionalism with heartbreak, hiding her true identity and the scars of her past.
Enter Evan "Buck" Buckley-Bobby's golden boy and fiercely loyal protégé. Buck instantly feels threatened by Danielle's presence, and the two clash with intense chemistry and simmering resentment. Watching from the sidelines is Eddie Diaz, Buck's best friend and a devoted single dad. Eddie sees through Danielle's walls, and their connection builds slowly-until one kiss changes everything.
As emotions spiral and lines blur, Danielle finds herself torn between two men-and two futures. What starts as rivalry, resentment, and unresolved grief slowly evolves into something unexpected: love, healing, and the possibility of a family made from the ashes.
In the end, maybe love isn't a choice. Maybe it's a collision.
And maybe the only way forward is together.
Book cover and synopsis are generated by ChatGPT. Book two of the standalone series of our favorite LA First Responders.
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