I’m a stick-to-the-rules, planning-it-all-out kind of girl. As a city event planner’s assistant, my plan is to check off every box on my to-do list and make sure the Fireman’s New Year’s ball goes off without a hitch.Everything is in order. Until nothing turns out to be the way it is. Kissing Gabe Blanco, the sexy fireman with chocolatey eyes and a dirty mouth, was not on my to-do list, but now I … to-do list, but now I can’t think of anything else I would rather do. There was no way I could have planned on him, but he’s tempting enough for me to throw caution to the wind.
Temps might be dropping outside, but this OTT whirlwind insta-love will have you slightly hot under the collar.
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This was my first introduction to Beech Grove and I once finished I had to one click the rest.
Daisy is unexpectedly left to organise the Fireman’s New Year’s Eve celebrations after her boss is snowed in. As she is finalizing the last details, her eyes met Gabe’s……..And sparks fly! Gabe totally made my heart swoon. He is determined to make her, his.
‘ When it came to her, I’d be a mother****ing warrior’
The insta connection between these two is just beautiful, the light touches, the looks they give each other as the time inches closer to the beginning of a new year…..but will it all fizzle out after the bubbles have been poured?
What a great story to start off in the new year. This is the second book from this series that I have read and I loved it. This is Gabe and Daisy’s story. This is a short sweet Insta-love story between a hot fireman and a party planner. I loved the storyline and the characters. Can’t wait to read more and go back and read the other books in this series.
I received an ARC and volunteered to leave a review.
Super fun, super-fast, and super sexy! I love the buildup and anticipation of this couple. The author takes things slow in telling the story but when this couple finally comes together, they explode like fireworks. Gabe is a sexy fireman who has a heart of gold. He has a past of being a womanizer but all of that is forgotten when he lays eyes on Daisy. Daisy is realizing she is ready for a man to fall in love with. She is tired of the boys that just want one thing. Romantic and enticing with every page. Great read to start off the New Year. I recommend it for any time of the year.
3.5-4 Gabe Filled Stars!!!
This is the 6th book in the Beech Grove Series. I’ve been DYING for Gabe’s story since the beginning of this series with Burning Bridges. That story was Gabe’s sister Sofia and best friend/coworker Maverick getting together.
Since than Gabe has made an appearance in every book. Even if small cameos but he’s been a constant. He’s cameos revolve around either his job being a firefighter or at the bar. Usually drunk. I’ll get back to that in a bit.
Daisy is a party planner. When her boss gets snowed in Daisy’s left last minute in charge of the annual Fireman’s NYE celebration/auction. She’s legit freaking out. Luckily for Daisy she’s got some friends who if you’ve rad the previous books you know who they are helping her out.
Daisy’s got to get guys to be auctioned off. Sofia offers up for brother Gabe which will be a hit with all the women and great networking for him. Daisy is just hoping it all works out. The first time she meets Gabe she can see what all the fuss is about until he opens his mouth and than she’s instantly turned off. Or so Daisy thought.
When Gabe first saw Daisy from afar he knew he had to meet her and than she disappeared on him. When Gabe finds out his little sister signed him up for the auction he wanted a way to get out of it. Until he found out whose in charge of it. Than, he asked his sister for help. She got him into this mess and now she was going to make it worth it.
In Burning Bridges Gabe got hurt at work during a fire. Now Gabe is back and feeling great. Gabe’s name is in everyone’s mouth about him being the next fire chief. Gabe’s tryin to play it cool even though he wants it.
Gabe wants the job for his own reasons. Gabe’s also never has an issue getting women. He just doesn’t stick around long. But, seeing his best friend Maverick and sister Sofia falling in love and a lot of his other friends as well it’s got Gabe wanting more than a one nighter much longer.
When Gabe sees Daisy he wants her in a way he’s never wanted a women before. After screwing up their first meeting Gabe makes himself a promise. When the clock hits midnight when the ball drops he’ll bring the New Years in kissing Daisy and it’ll be both their last first kiss.
Since Burning Bridges it’s seemed Gabe’s drinking has gotten worse. I’ve been under the impression he’s been getting sloppy drunk which isn’t like him. Maverick made a comment in book one Gabe had been disappearing more like he’s been seeing someone. Talk of him becoming fire chief since than too. I’ve been waiting for both of that to come out. Waiting for him to get the promotion he’s rightfully deserved. Wanting to know where’d he been sneaking off too. Why the excess drinking and why multiple characters throughout the previous 5 books thought he hadn’t been looking himself, almost sad.
I was very disappointed that none of it was ever brought up, resolved or job given. Dunno it could just be me. But, I was left with a lotta wtf to answers I’ve wanted answered since the first book.
Absolutely loved Daisy and Gabe’s story. These two never knew what hit them until they finally laid eyes on the other. The instinct sets in and they both know deep down that the other was made for them, their perfect match. So of course with their first perfect Kiss their worlds align and everything is right in the world just as the ball drops. Everyone deserves their Happily Ever After especially these two. Love Mayra she always delivers a story that gives you all the feels.
What a great read! I loved how this author wove the characters from her other books into this story!
Gabe and Daisy have an instant attraction and you see that build in this story. A great book! I always love this author’s books.
Kissing Gabe is a quick, sweet, sexy read that will capture your heart and have you believing in instant attraction and chemistry ! Daisy has been watching everyone around her find love and happiness and she thinks that maybe it may not be in the cards for her. Gabe is a player but one look at Daisy he is enthralled and captivated but unfortunately Daisy has his number and she may take a bit of convincing ! Loved it !
~~Michele McMullen ~~
Great Romance!
What a wonderful story!
I love Mayra’s short stories! She writes them in a way that you don’t know they’re not a full length book! I loved Gabe and Daisy’s story! The attraction was instant and combustible! He knew he wanted her at first sight!
This story is sweet and sexy!
Read it and you’ll love it too!
I absolutely loved this latest book by this author!!! This is the story of Daisy and Gabe. They met at the annual Fireman’s NYE celebrations. Daisy was in charge of organizing the event…something that was thrusted upon her short notice when her boss was snowed in. Gabe was there at the event and when his eyes connect with Daisy…he knew that he had to do whatever was needed to make Daisy his. The connection they shared was hot, instant, and combustible. When its right…you just know and that is how it was for them both. I loved their story so much and would highly recommend it to all. Another fantastic story by this talented author…well done!!!!
I love the quick, sweet reads that this author writes. I’ve been waiting for Gabe’s story since his sister and best friend fell for each other in Burning Bridges, and this surely didn’t disappoint! Gabe and Daisy meet just in time to start the new year off on a positive note and take us along for the ride as they get to know each other and decide that everything just feels RIGHT when they’re together. If you find yourself with an hour or two and need a light pick-me-up to feel positive about 2019, this story fits the bill perfectly. There’s no OTT drama to be had, but there is plenty of sweet to go around when Gabe and Daisy are involved!
Gabe Blanco never had to work hard to get female company. After his injury and hoping to move up to Fire Chief in Beech Grove, he wants something more, something real. Then he spots a gorgeous woman setting up for the Annual Fireman’s Ball and suddenly he can’t stop thinking about her. Luck brings her into his life as she knows his sister. Now, he knows who he needs in his life. Hopefully, she will want the same thing and ring in a new year with love.
Gabe has been a character in the previous Beech Grove books and I have been dying for his story. Watching this firefighter meet his match was awesome! Daisy is a strong, capable professional. She takes on the work of the organizing the annual ball when her boss gets snowed in. She knows what she wants at this point in life. She knows Gabe’s reputation and fears that he just wants a fling. Gabe realizes pretty quick that Daisy is the girl for him. Mayra Statham is one of my top 10 authors and she just keeps upping her game. If you are looking for a sweet and sexy romance to ring in the new year, you need to get your hands on this one! 5 stars for Kissing Gabe!
This author does a great erotic insta-love story about these two. He sees her and makes it his mission to grab and conquer and she let’s him. Gabe not only get’s his kiss at midnight but a whole lot more in this hot and sexy short. He makes sure she understands he isn’t in it for a minute he’s in for the long hall from the start. Love a man that knows his heart and the woman who claims it.
Happy New Year! What a beautiful story! Short, sweet and so very hot! I love these short stories by Mayra Statham. She can write a magical story that will have you consumed.
I couldn’t wait for Gabe’s story. I really hoped he’d get one and what a story we got.
Insta-loves are one of my favorites to read about and Gabe and Daisy’s story will leave you breathless. When one night changes everything.
Highly recommended.
This was a very sweet story. Loved Gabe and daisy together. Very romantic love story. I’m a huge Mayra Statham fan and her beech grove series is one of my favorites.