He's Shirtless ...with Kids.

By Sable Burns

He's Shirtless...with Kids

A romantic comedy about fake engagements, found family, and the courage to love again.

If you enjoy romantic stories filled with humor, heart, and hope, you'll love spending time in Harts Grove.

Alexa Stone moved to Harts Grove for one reason: to disappear.

Falling for the shirtless firefighter next door was definitely not part of the plan.

Noah Townsend has everything he needs:

a firehouse job he loves two clever kids who run circles around him a quiet small-town life

What he doesn't need is another relationship.

Not after losing the love of his life.

But when a misunderstanding sparks a rumor that Alexa is Noah's fianc e, the solution seems obvious:

Pretend it's true.

A fake engagement solves everything.

Noah gets the town's support for his struggling bar.

Alexa gains instant credibility with the locals-and a convenient shield from questions about her secret billionaire life.

Totally fake.

Completely temporary.

No emotions involved.

Except suddenly Alexa is helping with bedtime stories, negotiating with two very persuasive kids, and teaching Noah something he never expected to believe again:

That you can see the life you want, give thanks for it, and take one brave step toward it.

And Noah?

He's discovering that the mysterious neighbor next door might be the one woman who sees past his walls.

The one woman who might turn his broken heart back into a home.

And two very determined children who are absolutely convinced Alexa belongs in their family.

Alexa came to town to hide.

But between the shirtless firefighter, two determined kids, and a fake engagement that feels increasingly real...

She never stood a chance.

A romantic comedy with humor, heart, and a message about building a meaningful life. Perfect for readers who love meaningful stories, uplifting fiction, and inspirational novels. These characters are like most of us-kind, cautious, and wanting to love and be loved. Along the way, they discover that love grows when we dare to live with intention. This story is good for the soul, balm for the sore places, and a mirror for the potential in all of us.

Book One in the Truth & Treasure Romance series - stand-alone love stories where love grows through honesty, laughter, and the courage to build a meaningful life together.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0982810881
• ISBN13: 9780982810880
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Lumora Press
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.3" x 8.0"