Life doesn't come with a manual for navigating the heart-and trust me, I would've read it cover to cover if it did. Dr. Harper Matthews knows all about handling high-stakes situations. As an ER trauma surgeon, she thrives on the adrenaline rush of saving lives in the chaos of Central Medical Base. But when a devastating fire rips through the heart of the city, she meets Jake Lawson, a firefighter whose rugged bravery is matched only by the intensity in his eyes. From the moment Jake pulls a young woman from the flames, Harper knows she's in trouble. There's something magnetic about him, something that makes her pulse quicken and her carefully controlled world spiral just a little off course. Jake's not just a hero-he's a protector, a man who runs toward danger without hesitation. And while Harper's used to being the one in control, Jake has a way of shaking up her life in ways she never saw coming. But here's the catch: both Harper and Jake live in a world where every moment counts, where danger is around every corner, and where falling in love could mean risking everything. As the fire dies down and the smoke clears, Harper must decide whether she's willing to let Jake into her life-and her heart-or if her fear of getting burned will keep them both standing on opposite sides of the flames. Through the Flames is a scorching tale of courage, chemistry, and the undeniable spark that can ignite between two people when they least expect it. Trust me, this is one fire you won't want to put out.