Hunks to the Rescue by Trish McCallan

Jun 04, 2017 Maggie Schuler rated it it was amazing

Shelves: romance

Hunks to the Rescue is an opportunity to indulge in multiple short novellas, from a variety of authors, providing quick steamy romance reads. I had the pleasure of reading Unwrapped Treasure, by Jody A. Kessler and Path to Grace, by Wilder Quinn.

Unwrapped Treasure tells the tale of Brody and Treasure as they navigate their way through friendship, working together, and a budding romance. Kessler leaves the reader ready for more of their story but sprinkles enough of them in the novella to warran ...more

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Jun 26, 2017 Angela rated it it was amazing

5 Stars

Hunks to the Rescue is an anthology of eighteen standalone stories from some incredibly talented, bestselling and award winning authors. The stories all have the same inspiration, which is hunks who come to the rescue. But the stories are each individual and unique with their own moods and personalities.
There are many types of heroes such as firefighters, police officers, Servicemen or EMT/Paramedics. As well as our typical heroes, this collection also sees heroes that are cowboys, detec ...more

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Jul 01, 2017 Heather rated it it was amazing

Hunks to the Rescue is a boxset of 18 stand-alone novellas by a great set of authors: Margo Bond Collins, Victoria Pinder, Krista Ames, Deb Christie, Raine English, Tamara Ferguson, Eli Grace, Aileen Harkwood, Lynda Haviland, Jody A. Kessler, Katie O'Sullivan, Stephanie Queen, Constance Phillips, Jan Romes, Janice Ross, Nancy Segovia, Debbie White, and Wilder and Quinn. This anthology was a great collaboration bringing together hot contemporary stories of those hunky men we love to obsess over a Hunks to the Rescue is a boxset of 18 stand-alone novellas by a great set of authors: Margo Bond Collins, Victoria Pinder, Krista Ames, Deb Christie, Raine English, Tamara Ferguson, Eli Grace, Aileen Harkwood, Lynda Haviland, Jody A. Kessler, Katie O'Sullivan, Stephanie Queen, Constance Phillips, Jan Romes, Janice Ross, Nancy Segovia, Debbie White, and Wilder and Quinn. This anthology was a great collaboration bringing together hot contemporary stories of those hunky men we love to obsess over and secretly claim as our book boyfriends, from firefighters to FBI to the ultimate bad boy. It is all included in this set and it's a mouth watering read.

I have read several of these authors previously, but also came across some authors I had heard of previously and not yet read any other their books, along with authors that were completely new. There was not a story in this book that I did not enjoy, but I definitely had some favorites. I am a huge fan of anthologies, especially those that include authors I am familiar with and enjoy their works. Anthologies help introduce me to authors that I may not have previously taken a chance on and quite often I am pleasantly surprised. Again, a great set of novellas by amazing authors.

Tempting Conner (Victoria Pinder): A Prince, just what every girl secretly dreams of growing up. However, this goes beyond the promise of a dream come true, this prince comes to the rescue like a knight in shining armor, but at the same time is the request worth all that is being asked for? First story I have read by this author and I really liked this one. I thought the main characters were thoroughly written and given their own unique perspectives to add character depth and how they were brought together was well done.

That Unexpected Kiss (Tamara Ferguson): One hot FBI agent adds to the intrigue and suspense in this novella. On the hunt for a killer, but a woman comes into the picture. Add additional drama and this story delivered in only the way that Tamara Ferguson can deliver. I have previously read several books by this author and every story they write is unbelievably well done.

Unwrapping Treasure – A Granite Lake Romance (Jody A. Kessler): This story is about paramedic co-workers, but also friends. This was a touching story of friends with the hope of more. Can these friends take their friendship beyond current boundaries unto something more fulfilling? Jody A. Kessler does an outstanding job with this couple dynamic and laying out a story that works specifically for those characters.

Coaching the Sub (Debbie White): In this story, two teachers come together to reach a common goal. The author did well with the combination of these two characters, Shannon and Brock. It was well laid out and such a heart warming story that brings you rooting for the story to come to the ending you know that is just waiting for them. I have read several books previously by Debbie White and enjoy this author's style of writing.

Path to Grace (Wilder and Quinn): I enjoyed this mob story that gave me a bit of adventure, danger and intrigue with the mix of two individuals that discover they want more, but can they do that with everything else that is going on around them? This is a story of how far someone is truly willing to go in the name of love, but is it worth the final price? ...more

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Jun 20, 2017 Katie rated it it was amazing

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5 stars
Hunks to the Rescue is a fabulous anthology full of novels and novella’s about some pretty sexy hunks and was a great read! Normally in an anthology is like around half of the stories but I have to say I enjoyed every single one! For me they were all 4 or 5 star reads and so I thought the anthology deserved an overall 5 stars! I have read work by a few of the authors included in this set before but many of them were new to me and it was a great way to read some of their work! I have picke 5 stars
Hunks to the Rescue is a fabulous anthology full of novels and novella’s about some pretty sexy hunks and was a great read! Normally in an anthology is like around half of the stories but I have to say I enjoyed every single one! For me they were all 4 or 5 star reads and so I thought the anthology deserved an overall 5 stars! I have read work by a few of the authors included in this set before but many of them were new to me and it was a great way to read some of their work! I have picked some of my favourites for this review but they were all well worth reading!

Two more Miles by Jan Romes
I loved this story! The opening part was brilliant. I was totally captivated by this story from the very beginning. Ava was a great character; she was feisty and gave as good as she got from Keith. I loved how easy their connection was. I probably wouldn’t mind falling off a treadmill if I knew Keith was going to catch me! The comments some of his work colleagues made about him were very funny – I can imagine that some doctors are difficult to work with but in their personal lives are completely different! A really nice novella, well written and a lovely ending!

Fire & Ice by Constance Phillips
This really was a beautiful story about Charlene and Brian. Charlene is a physical therapist and Brian a firefighter. They once dated at high school and now Charlene is back in her hometown following some devastating news and she finds herself treating Brian. There is some tension between them but it’s pretty obvious they still like each other. I really felt for Charlene as she just felt she wasn’t quite good enough for Brian but he really did like her. The novella was really well written and I thought the characters were great.

Unwrapping Treasure by Jody A Kessler
This was a really nice story about two wonderfully selfless people. Treasure and Bodie are paramedics who are fighting a growing attraction between them. This is definitely one of those stories that you just don’t want to end and I really hope there is more to Treasure and Bodie’s story! I thought they were perfect for each other! I loved how Treasure selflessly rescued a little girl but the reaction from Bodie showed just how much he cares about her! I thought this novella was really well written and I would really like to read more from this author in the future.

Kissed by Fate: The Unexpected Kiss by Tamara Ferguson
I was super excited when I found out this author had a story in this book as I have read her work before and always enjoyed it and I was not disappointed with this one! It’s one of the longer stories in the anthology and again as I expected excellently written! The author just has a way of capturing your interest from the very beginning. The passion between the characters was great! I really liked both Julie and Dylan. This story was definitely one of my favourites in this anthology!! Plus who doesn’t love a hunky FBI agent??

Breaking the Kiss by Katie O’Sullivan
This was my first read of anything by this author and what a read it was! Wow I was completely hooked into this story from the very beginning. It is one of the longer stories in the anthology and I’m glad it was because I just wanted more! I will definitely be looking to read more from this author! Oh Jake and Abbie – I loved them! I loved the setting of the story too a little different to normal which made it refreshing to read. I loved all the twists and turns. I really can’t wait to go back and read this one again!

Overall I really enjoyed this anthology. Every story was different. They were all really well written with great characters. It is actually one of the best anthologies that I have read for a while! Well done to all of the authors involved!! I highly recommend this to anyone looking for some well written novellas, with great characters and some very sexy hunks!!
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Jun 13, 2017 Sara Oxton rated it really liked it

Hunks to the Rescue Four Star read -
In this collection, there are a number of hunks just for you, whether the hunk you are looking for is military, firefighter, first responder, FBI, cow boy or a bad boy, and maybe just an everyday guy who will kiss you senseless, you will find the hunk for you. With each hunk you will find a new rescuer and be taken on a thrilling and passionate ride.
Fire and Ice by Constance Phillips – Charlene Norris has moved back to her home town of Ann Arbor after the de Hunks to the Rescue Four Star read -
In this collection, there are a number of hunks just for you, whether the hunk you are looking for is military, firefighter, first responder, FBI, cow boy or a bad boy, and maybe just an everyday guy who will kiss you senseless, you will find the hunk for you. With each hunk you will find a new rescuer and be taken on a thrilling and passionate ride.
Fire and Ice by Constance Phillips – Charlene Norris has moved back to her home town of Ann Arbor after the death of her farther who was always a hero in her eyes, it’s been ten years since she left town, no one would have thought of her least of all her high school boyfriend. They broke up after rumours of him cheating and when Brian Doravek gets injured rescuing a Rabbit, he steps into her new job and the flames they do rise.
Two more Miles by Jan Romes – When Ava Beckenridge faints on the treadmill, she gets more than she bargains for when she is rescued by a handsome hunky OB/GYN Dr Keith Miles. Maybe its Karma that it was his treadmill and maybe it’s something else, they both have long stories and maybe their stories entwine more than they realise.
Coaching the sub by Debbie White – Coach Brock Andrews steps in to rescue Substitute Teacher Shannon when she has issues with bullies in her class. Will they help the bullies, without breaking the rules?
Unwrapping Treasure by Jody A.Kessler – Treasure Hope Vogel works as a paramedic alongside Brodie Everett, he is a man that she has been able to reveal most parts of herself to, he is the one who makes her want to break her own rules. Especially when he won’t be around for four months as he is off on wilderness training. When one night they have the craziest time with Santa, one of the wise men and a little angel with duck feet. Will Christmas wishes be granted In Reno? A cabin in the woods may bring more heat that either have ever let themselves feel.
Come hell or high water by Nancy Segovia – Masie Whitehall has been through a lot, she has sworn off men after she left her piece of work husband. Then her life gets swept up again when a hurricane hits and she has to be rescued from her rooftop, with her cat Daisy zipped into her jacket. When rescue comes in the form of a Red Cross helper Dwight Harrison. But he may need to save Maisie from more than a roof top.
Saving Necessity by Margo Bond Collins – Zeke MacAllan is a simple farm hand in Necessity, Texas. That is until Sophie Daniels and some others from Hollywood come to town, then he becomes a hero after he saves Sophie from a fire and whisking her away to safety and away from the tabloids that are hunting her down after a bad break-up. When they get back to the Ranch that’s where the heat really turns up.
Dark Current by Lynda Haviland – Drifter Ben Kane is just out in his boat when warning of a storm coming and after the Hurricane that hit the area the previous week, deciding to stop and let it pass he gets an unexpected welcoming committee of a Rooster called Finn who has a passion for fruit loops. Willow Vega needs help, her marina is falling apart as sand and salt water get everywhere. Will Ben be able to help, or will he be gone before the help he can provide can do anything.
There are some great stories in this collection, I have included short reviews of some of my favourites but they were all worthy of reading. ...more

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Jun 13, 2017 Jenni Bishop rated it really liked it

This is a compilation of stories by fourteen Authors. Hunks to the Rescue finds you immersed in hot and steamy short stories. If you love a good romance with hot hunks then this anthology is right for you to indulge your senses. All authors give you a taste of hot and steamy that will leave you needing you to cool down.
Saving Necessity by Margo Bond Collins
Zeke is just your normal Cowboy in the town of Necessity in Texas. When he is asked to help his best friend, he finds far more than he was ...more

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Jun 24, 2017 Char Davis rated it it was amazing

This is a set of exciting,sometimes extra hot novellas. So many multi talented authors that grouped together to put together some great stories . I loved each story but one of my favs was Path to Grace. I loved the action ,and the way Matteo the top cleaner for the mob was so in love with Carina the Mob bosses daughter Carina. Matteo saved her from an attempted hit on her. Matteo could never feel worthy of the love of Carina but he will take a thousand bullets to keep her safe. Will Carina ever ...more

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Jun 22, 2017 Ericka Hamilton rated it it was amazing

Loved all the novellas in this anthology. Especially Path to Grace by Wilder & Quinn. I loved Matteo and Carinas story it had a little bit of everything in it. Only wish it was longer.

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Jun 13, 2017 Debi rated it it was amazing

Hunks To The Rescue
18 Hot Contemporary Romance Novellas

5 Stars

Fire And Ice (A Sunnydale Days Novella) by Constance Phillips
Charlene and Brian dated in high school. She was Valedictorian and he barely made grades to keep up with his sports. Football, basketball, and baseball. His friends never liked her and when she was told a lie that she never really believed she chose to run because it would be easier than staying around. 10 years later she returns to take care of her mom after losing her dad ...more

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Jun 17, 2017 Martha rated it really liked it

SO HOT‼ I WANT TO BE RESCUED‼
These are good guys by day and bad boys at night. Delicious fun! So If you like fighters, cowboys, military, first responders, well you get the idea, then this is for you. Be ready for the ride!
With Authors like Margo Bond Collins, Krista Ames, Raine English, Tamara Ferguson, Aileen Harkwood, Lynda Haviland, Jody A Kessler, Katie O’Sullivan, Constance Phillips, Stephanie Queen, Nancy Segovia, Emily Wilder, Jan Romes, Debbie White, Michelle jo Quinn, Victoria Pinder, SO HOT‼ I WANT TO BE RESCUED‼
These are good guys by day and bad boys at night. Delicious fun! So If you like fighters, cowboys, military, first responders, well you get the idea, then this is for you. Be ready for the ride!
With Authors like Margo Bond Collins, Krista Ames, Raine English, Tamara Ferguson, Aileen Harkwood, Lynda Haviland, Jody A Kessler, Katie O’Sullivan, Constance Phillips, Stephanie Queen, Nancy Segovia, Emily Wilder, Jan Romes, Debbie White, Michelle jo Quinn, Victoria Pinder, Eli Grace, Janice Ross and Deb Christie you are sure to find these stories as much fun to read as I did.
BOUND BY TEMPTATION By Trish McCallan Emma Janssen and Lucas Trammel had some very hot night together but that was all because she didn’t hear from the hot Navy Seal for quite sometime. When Lucas steps in and saves Emma which battle will win the one that can destroy her life ot the one that can destroy her heart. Trish McCallan has written a story that will grab you immediately.
Fire And Ice By Constance Phillips After returning to her hometown, after swearing she would only be back for visits, Charlene’s aka Char’s life has come full circle and she is back. After accepting a job at the local hospital she has now come face to face with the guy who had a very special place in her heart. She knew he would never take her back because she slammed that door shut. There were lies and she believed them, and never gave Brian the chance to tell his side. Can she physically help him heal and can he get her back into his life?
Two More Miles By Jan Romes Ava has been left broken hearted by her ex fiancee and all she can do is question herself as to why she keeps thinking and searching the gym for that annoying guy she had words with. Keith Miles tried not to watch the woman with the copper hair, but she had grabbed his interest. Ava has fainted and thought she was on a tropical island with a drink in her hand but then she opened her eyes and the people told her she fainted, but guess who was taking her pulse, Keith Miles aka Dr. Keith Miles. Which way will their relationship go? Can they survive trouble or will it keep them apart?
Coaching The Sub By Debbie White If you have ever been a substitute teacher you will relate to this story. I was a sub but never had a hot coach to rescue me from the bullies in the classroom. Shannon is a nervous wreck because today she is the substitute. Filling in for another teacher is not always easy especially when Chase, Kyle and Stevie refuse to do and assignment. That is when Coach Brock Andrews steps into her class and it is immediate attraction. But everybody know that it is against the rules for teachers to date other faculty members. With the attraction they feel for each other how are they going to work this out and can they keep their jobs?
Unwrapping Treasure by Jody A Kessler Everyday paramedics walk into dangerous situations and that is what has happened to Bodie and Treasure. What better way to earn a vacation. This story make you want to build a fire and warm next to the one you love. Well written!
These are a few of the stories and I hope I have enticed you to read them all. They are worth your time. Very romantic stories are the best fantasy. Thank you to all the Authors who put so much into each story‼

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Jun 12, 2017 Kaye rated it it was amazing

BOUND BY TEMPTATION - TRISH MCCALLAN

Oh my golly! This is one heart-pumping with action kind of story. One that will get you drooling with all the hunks of Navy SEALs parading around like Thanksgiving parade! With all the action and the man-muscles, get ready to give your heart s work out!

SAVING NECESSITY - MARGO BOND COLLINS

That was the cutest story, ever, with an unexpected twist! I really enjoyed this one!

AN UNEXPECTED TWIST - KRISTA AMES

Sweet and adorable story that will blow you away!

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Jun 19, 2017 Lucy Berson rated it it was amazing

Hunks To The Rescue Anthology. This was a book filled with, hot and sexy, hunky stories. I could not wait to dive in!!!’ Hope you enjoy these books as much as I have!

Fire And Ice, by Constance Phillips
Char and Brian were his school sweethearts until a rumor broke them up. Now years later, she returns to her hometown, to help her mother out after her father passed away. Knowing that is it very possible that she will run into Brian, she prepares herself and her heart. Can they get over the past an Hunks To The Rescue Anthology. This was a book filled with, hot and sexy, hunky stories. I could not wait to dive in!!!’ Hope you enjoy these books as much as I have!

Fire And Ice, by Constance Phillips
Char and Brian were his school sweethearts until a rumor broke them up. Now years later, she returns to her hometown, to help her mother out after her father passed away. Knowing that is it very possible that she will run into Brian, she prepares herself and her heart. Can they get over the past and start over again?

An Unexpected Twist by Krista Ames
Kelsey is running away from her life in New York. Little does she know that she is heading right for a tornado and a sexy firefighter named Boone. Boone isn't looking for a relationship but while driving home from his parents house, he sees a twister touch down and thankfully he finds Kelsey injured but ok. He takes her back to his house to find safety and shelter until the storm is gone. Can two people not looking for anything serious, find exactly what they want and need to be complete?

Unwrapping Treasure by Jody A. Kessler
Treasure and Bodie work together as paramedics. There has always been attraction between them. Treasure is known for taking risks but then she takes a huge life threat risk on Christmas Eve and Bodie lays into her about it. When their shift is over, she plans on spending time up at a cabin, alone and thinking about her life. When Bodie shows up, things take an unexpected turn. Bodie is going to be gone, training for about 4 months. When he returns, will they go back to just being friends or is their relationship completely changed now?

Path to Grace by Wilder Quinn
Carina’s father is one of the biggest Mob bosses and Matteo works for him as a clean up guy. He has always wanted Carina but not being full blooded Italian, he knows they can. Ever be together. When Carina's life is out in danger, Matteo will do anything and everything to protect her, love her and keep her safe.

Coaching the Sub by Debbie White
Shannon is a substitute teacher and on her first day, she has 3 students already starting trouble. Immediately Coach Andrews comes to her aid with the 3 knuckle heads. All Shannon wants is to be a good teacher and help her students, with Brock’s help, the start forming a plan to help the boys figure out their paths. Along the way, their relationship also developed into love. Brock was the best coach that Shannon could have asked for!!!

Every story in this Anthology was great. My only wish was that they were longer. A lot of these authors were new to me and I truly enjoyed reading their work. Have fun and enjoy reading about these sexy guys and the women that they fall in love with. ...more

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Jun 01, 2017 Tena Stetler rated it it was amazing

After reading a teaser about about all of them they all sounded deliciously enticing. I did read three of them That Unexpected Kiss by Tamara Ferguson, Breaking the Rules by Katie O’Sullivan and Come Hell or High Water by Nancy Segovia.
These novellas were entertaining, well-written and had me rooting for the characters from the beginning. I enjoy a good book with a hot hero and a feisty heroine.

I must say that Breaking the Rules by Katie O’Sullivan was my favorite - Police detective and known ru ...more

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Jun 10, 2017 Kathleen rated it it was amazing

Hunks to the rescue gives you an opportunity to read several short stories about awesome alpha males and the woman who tame them.
I read Path to Grace. This is a mafia story about the daughter of the boss and the person sent to keep her safe. When someone puts a hit out on the princess of the mafia - Carina, Matteo is sent to protect her.
After a brief firefight Matteo realizes that the person who wants to harm Carina is internal and he takes her to a place he hopes will keep her safe.
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Jun 17, 2017 Margaret Watkins rated it really liked it

An anthology of novellas, something to pick up and put down when you only have an hour or two to read. As so often happens with a compendium of books, you have different standards of writing as well as different genres. I enjoyed references to other books in the series by Victoria Pinder and Constance Phillips, although Fire and Ice was more believable and had substance. Debbie White's Coaching the Sub touched my heart. I was surprised at Wilder Quinn's Path to Grace as I don't normally enjoy Ma ...more

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Jun 10, 2017 Brigitte rated it it was amazing

I voluntarily received an Advanced readers copy of this book. I got sent three of the 15 stories in this box series as I was in arc group 2. I must say I find it a great idea to have a box set with similarily minded authors who still all write very differently. The three stories I got were all quite well written and they were fun to read. Bound by temptation, Unwrapping treasure and Path to Grace. The first story was also the longest story as some were more aligned to novellas rather than a full ...more

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Jun 11, 2017 D rated it it was amazing

Path to Grace-Quinn

Carina is the daughter of a crime boss out on a date with a 'normal' boring man. Matteo is her father's cleaner and her bodyguard for the night. When her date is killed and she targeted he saves her and brings her to his cabin for safety. There they discover their love for each other, stop the killer, break with her family, almost die and leave to start their life together. This is a vividly written wonderful short story that I truly enjoyed and you will too. Highly recommend.

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Jul 01, 2017 Book-Lovin-Momma rated it it was amazing

This collection of 18 hunky contemporary romance stories in a variety of subgenres and story lines. In Path to Grace, by Michelle Jo Quinn, Matteo is a hitman for Carina's father, and he is trying to save her life, not just because he feels compelled to, but also because he truly cares for her. He doesn't think he's worthy of her, but it remains to be seen whether Matteo will ever reveal his true feelings to Carina. There was good action and intrigue, as well as a enticing romance. This collecti ...more

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Jun 19, 2017 Viper Spaulding rated it really liked it

This boxed set has a little something for everyone, at least everyone who loves hot and steamy romances with spunky heroines and hot alpha males. The three stories I read were panty-melting hot! Well-written little novellas, perfect for a quick read when you have a bit of me-time. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

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Jun 26, 2017 Traci Westling rated it it was amazing

I bought this SOLELY for the purpose of reading FIRE & ice By Constance Phillips! While I'm excited to read more that I'm sure to enjoy I'm happy to report the I Loved FIRE & ice in this set that was set back with the Sunnydale series that Constance writes about! Great little story with our hero who is recovering in PT dept. under Chars care! Love medical aspects to romance & when you bring back a favorite Front porch diner for a bit of this romance ,well I'm all in!!! Well written a ...more

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Jun 13, 2017 Kelli rated it it was amazing

Book Review: Hunks to the Rescue
Anthology
FIVE STARS OVERALL
Wonderful set of books all dedicated to our everyday heros. There are books about fire fighters, paramedics, doctors, coaches and teachers, even a mafia cleaner and daughter of THE Family.
FIRE AND ICE ~~ Author Constance Phillips
Charlene was an awkward teenager in school, now here she is several years later moved back home and she still feels awkward. Brian is having to go to physical therapy due to a work injury and imagine his supri ...more

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May 17, 2017 Evie Heisskell rated it it was amazing

I read an ARC copy of two stories in this book. They were each written by a different author and while they were different in style and flavor, they were each amazing! Jody Kessler's tale about Bodie and Treasure is steamy and hot. The romance of Matteo and Carina is tempestuous and masterfully written by Wilder Quinn. Both stories quickly suck you in and carry you away. I am so excited for this book to come out so that I can read the rest of these romances, and if these two stories are an indic ...more

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Jun 13, 2017 Chantelle Smith rated it it was amazing

Shelves: itsy-bitsy-books

Hunks to the rescue is a box set of stand-alone novellas. Whether the hunk is a firefighter, FBI Agent, a first responder or even just an everyday guy that sweeps you off your feet after rescuing you from danger than this is the set for you.

Each of these individual novellas take you on various thrilling rides, full of passion, love, action and to top it off are full of sexiness. Each of these books will hook you in some way and captivate you until the very end! I thoroughly enjoyed reading all o ...more

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May 29, 2017 Cheri rated it really liked it

I always find boxed sets a good way out new authors. Hunks to the Rescue has fifteen of the sexy guys and hot gals to sample. None of the authors in this set were familiar to me so it was a surprise each and every story. For example:
Coaching the Sub by Debbie White: 4 stars 5/28
This was not what I expected. The sub was actually a substitute teacher. She and the coach work together to deal with some trouble makers. Looking a little deeper they find there are some underlying reasons for the teen' I always find boxed sets a good way out new authors. Hunks to the Rescue has fifteen of the sexy guys and hot gals to sample. None of the authors in this set were familiar to me so it was a surprise each and every story. For example:
Coaching the Sub by Debbie White: 4 stars 5/28
This was not what I expected. The sub was actually a substitute teacher. She and the coach work together to deal with some trouble makers. Looking a little deeper they find there are some underlying reasons for the teen's actions. This was a great story line. The resolution seemed to be coming a bit fast. A couple of snags make it more realistic.
There were a few too many descriptions and step by step details for my taste while some readers may like that. One of the issues seemed a bit out of place although it was a common issue. The steam builds slowly, realistic for this couple. Overall a good story and a nice romance. A real feel-good-when-you're-finished story. Well worth the read.
Bound by Temptation by Trish McCallan 4 stars 5/29
Three nights of bliss followed by three months of misery. Emma had spent those three nights in the arms of her neighbor, Lucas. Then he'd just shut her out. No, “This just isn't going to work.” Not even a “Goodbye.” He wouldn't answer his phone but she got the message. She had no plans to ever see him again. Until, a home invasion prompted the investigating officer to let Lucas, his former SEAL buddy, know he didn't like the situation but couldn't do anything in his position except recommend she get a security system which she couldn't afford or a dog. You'll love her choice.
When Lucas showed up, she was not going to allow him to do anything for her. That is until she was grabbed in front of her house. He manages to stop them, however, Emma doesn't escape unscathed. She needs protection. He needs to be the one to do the protecting. Forced together their feelings reignite. Will they be able to overcome the fear that kept them apart? Will she escape the danger that still pursues her?
This was a good SEAL intrigue/romance. The conflict was pretty common, however, the characters were good and the one with fur is special. The steam would fog up a band of mirrors. A thoroughly enjoyable read.
Come Hell or High Water by Nancy Segovia: 4stars
Maisy vowed never to be with another man “Come Hell Or High Water”, she'd finally escaped an abusive marriage and wanted to make a life for herself. Through all the bad times she had one constant, her cat, Daisy. Several years later, when the high water brought the hell of a hurricane she couldn't abandon Daisy and no one would take her. She decided to try to wait it out. Not so smart.
Dwight, her first responder, found her and Daisy. That was a major accomplishment. He couldn't understand her combative attitude. After delivering the smart-mouthed, bitchy woman to the shelter, he didn't like the situation. He did like the way she looked even freezing and soaking wet.
This is a short one and the instant love may be hard for some readers. I'm a romantic and enjoyed it in this short read. It's perfect if you only have a little time to read and love romance.
Falling For Captain Hunk by Stephanie Queens: 4 stars 5/29
Captain Hunk, or Cap to his friends, hadn't expected the big league bad guys on his island, nor did expect Tony. She was one gorgeous cop undercover to help capture the men who'd killed her cop fiance six months earlier. Cap knew he needed to ignore the attraction, she was not just gorgeous but had a sense of humor and just might feel a pull as well.
Tony was attracted and felt more than she had in a long time. Still, there was the no cops rule and he had some rule as well. No way would they mess this case up by getting personal. Sure they wouldn't.
Could they fight it or find it together? The assignment was dangerous. One they might come through, not both or either of them. He worried she wouldn't want to take a chance with another cop. She had secrets he needed to learn. Another hunk and this time a breathtaking female to the rescue. Just who rescues who?
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Jun 13, 2017 Bobbi Wagner rated it really liked it

Hunks to the Rescue: 18 Hot Contemporary Romance Novellas by Margo Bond Collins, Krista Ames, Raine English, Tamara Ferguson, Aileen Harkwood, Lynda Haviland, Jody A. Kessler, Katie O'Sullivan, Constance Phillips, Stephanie Queen, Nancy Segovia, Emily Wilder, Jan Romes, Debbie White, Michelle Jo Quinn, Victoria Pinder, Eli Grace, Janice Ross, and Deb Christie is a collection of stories about heros by day and sexy hot men by night. These heroes are anything from military, fire fighters, first res Hunks to the Rescue: 18 Hot Contemporary Romance Novellas by Margo Bond Collins, Krista Ames, Raine English, Tamara Ferguson, Aileen Harkwood, Lynda Haviland, Jody A. Kessler, Katie O'Sullivan, Constance Phillips, Stephanie Queen, Nancy Segovia, Emily Wilder, Jan Romes, Debbie White, Michelle Jo Quinn, Victoria Pinder, Eli Grace, Janice Ross, and Deb Christie is a collection of stories about heros by day and sexy hot men by night. These heroes are anything from military, fire fighters, first responders, FBI agent, cowboy, bad boy mafioso, or just that sexy everyday guy, something for everyone in this anthology. They are great fast reading stories that will pull you in from the first word and keep you engaged until the end. They will leave you wanting to see more from these characters. You will enjoy the writing style of each author and they all have their own way they develop characters. Below you will find a few of my favorites stories from this anthology. Find out how hot and sexy these men can be!

The Unexpected Kiss by Tamara Ferguson is about what happens when an FBI agent moves to a new town to find his fathers killer. When he falls for a woman, will she be in danger from this killer? She has a story all of her own. Will their worlds collide and have more in common then they realize? Find out what fate will have in store for these two characters. Will he keep her safe? Will they find their HEA?

Dark Current by Lynda Haviland is a story about a hurricane damaging the island and with it the Marina. What will happen when she has to let all her employees go because her business is about to shut down. When a stranger shows up what is she to do? He is hot, sexy and most of all a handy man. Will he help her save her business? Will she save him from his past? Will he stay or leave? Find out what happens with these two as they heal each other.

Two More Miles by Jan Romes is a story about second chances. She is determined to become stronger and leave the hurt behind. What will happen when she falls at the gym and he comes to her rescue? There is an instant connection between them. Everything is good one minute and the next one situation will change everything for them. Find out if fates gives them a second chance or if fate has other plans for them.

Unreachable Heart by Aileen Harkwood is a story about surviving life challenges. What happens when she finds herself in a situation that she is sure she won't survive? He thinks it is a just another rescue until things go bad. He is left behind, fighting for survival in the Devil's Doorstep. Was there more to this rescue then meets the eye? Will he find more then what he bargained for? Will he be able to keep them safe until they find safety?

An Unexpected Twist by Krista Ames is a story about two lives who are touched more then just by the weather. She just had to get away. He was looking forward to going home until the weather starts getting really nasty the more he makes his way home. What will happen when a twister turns a car over and he stops to rescue the driver? Will the storm be the only storm they will battle? The storm blew her into town and will it blow her right back out?

There are a few more stories that I know you enjoy just as much as I have. These authors all come from different backgrounds and are from all over the place. The one thing that they have in common is that their stories are fast reading and will leave you asking for more. Each one has some twists and turns that you won't want to miss. I highly recommend this anthology, I know you will enjoy reading each and every story and you will be able to find your favorites like I did. ...more

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Jun 13, 2017 Lisette Gonzalez rated it really liked it

Hunks to the Rescue: 18 Hot Contemporary Romance Novellas is an anthology box set of stand-alone, short stories. You have everything from sexy OB/GYN doctor to high school coach, each story is a different. Each novella involves a quick story line with some suspense and action, but at the end, there is always a happy ending. As all the stories were interesting in each of their own way, a few of them stood out to me the most.

The first story within the anthology is Fire and Ice by Constance Phillip Hunks to the Rescue: 18 Hot Contemporary Romance Novellas is an anthology box set of stand-alone, short stories. You have everything from sexy OB/GYN doctor to high school coach, each story is a different. Each novella involves a quick story line with some suspense and action, but at the end, there is always a happy ending. As all the stories were interesting in each of their own way, a few of them stood out to me the most.

The first story within the anthology is Fire and Ice by Constance Phillips is a second-chance romance between Charlene and Brian, who both dated for a short period while in high school. A rumor caused Charlene to break up with Brian and move away to college and pursue her career in Physical Therapy. After several years pass, the death of her father brings her back to be with her mother. In transition of a new job, she is placed to treat Brian, her old high school flame, that was injured while working a fire. Will Brian be able to open his heart to Charlene after she broke in high school? I enjoyed this story since it was a second-chance romance. I always like reading about couples that were torn apart by jealousy to then find themselves together again, stronger than before.

I also enjoyed Two More Miles by Jan Romes, the love story between Ava and Dr. Keith Miles. Their first meeting took a rocky start after he rudely asked Ava to get off the treadmill he runs in every morning. Ava took a defending stand let him know that he doesn’t own the treadmill and continues to run until she blacks out and Dr. Miles is there to rescue her. They instantly have a connection and their relationship builds quickly until Dr. Miles sees Ava with someone else. Will Ava be able to prove to Keith that what he saw was not what he thought? This story was very quick paced and the ending will surprise you.

Another story that I truly enjoyed was Coaching the Sub by Debbie White. What a cute story! This novella is about Shannon, a substitute teacher at her old high school and Coach Brock Andrews. While her first day as a substitute for Home Economics, she is greeted by three students that disrupt her classroom and she is forced to throw them out of her class. In comes Coach Andrews, who knows the three students and how they have been disruptive in school. These two build an instant connection trying to help the three disruptive students back to their old environments in sports and debate and to be able to graduate. While working together, Ava and Brock fall in love quickly.

Dark Current by Lynda Haviland is the novella about Ben and Willow. Willow’s boat marina is dire need of help after a storm sweeps through and causes havoc. Ben, a drifter on his boat, hears about the storm warning decides to stop to let the storm blow through. Will Ben be able to help Willow with the marina before it is too late?

Saving Necessity by Margo Bond Collins is the novella about Zeke MacAllan and Sophie Daniels. Zeke is a farm hand in a town in Texas when he meets Sophie, a Hollywood celebrity. Zeke rescues Sophie from a fire and takes her away before the tabloid get a whiff of where she may be. The instant attraction between Zeke and Sophie is hot and things get steamy when he brings her back to the farm.

As all eighteen stories were all good in their own way, the five novellas above were the ones that stood out to me the most. If you are into hunks in uniform or simple everyday type of guys, this anthology is for you.
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Jun 13, 2017 Shannon rated it really liked it

I am really beginning to like reading anthologies. A while ago I thought anthologies were short stories meant to tease but now I know that when I read an anthology, I get a taste of new to me authors. While some stories in any anthology may be short quick stories, some are actually full length novels. A bonus for buying and reading anthologies is that usually the money I spend on the “books” goes to help out a good cause. There are times when the anthology is just for the fun and love of reading I am really beginning to like reading anthologies. A while ago I thought anthologies were short stories meant to tease but now I know that when I read an anthology, I get a taste of new to me authors. While some stories in any anthology may be short quick stories, some are actually full length novels. A bonus for buying and reading anthologies is that usually the money I spend on the “books” goes to help out a good cause. There are times when the anthology is just for the fun and love of reading and writing, as is the case with Hunks to the Rescue!

The first story I read was Destiny’s Secret by Raine English. This was a great story. While it was a quick read there were enough details about the characters and situation that I immediately liked them. After reading this story, ghosts just might be real…if your mind is open enough…

Dark Current by Lynda Haviland is A Hidden Coast romance novella. It is set in a place called Pearl Key, Florida, after a hurricane has come through the area. Ben is a travelling handy man. Willow is a marina owner in need of some help. These two help each other in the sweetest of ways. Just enough mystery in this novella to make me want to read more from Lynda Haviland.

That Unexpected Kiss by Tamera Ferguson. I have to say that Ms. Ferguson is not a new to me author and boy do I love her stories from Dragonfly Pointe and the people who live there. This story is not a novella but it is a standalone. There are some references to others which makes me want to go back and re-read Ferguson’s other books. Dylan and Julie seem destined for each other but they hesitate to be together.

Coaching the Sub by Debbie White is a story about Shannon, the substitute teacher and Brock, the coach. It’s a heart-warming read that other teachers can relate to. Some kids need an extra helping hand when it comes to education and luckily enough those kids in this story have the sub and the coach looking out for them. Coaching the Sub shows that every person truly needs someone to believe in them.

An Unexpected Twist by Krista Ames has a sweet looking cover and as the name suggests there’s a twist! When Kelsey decides she needs a change, she ends up a long way from home and in the arms of a stranger. Boone is that stranger and he uses his arms to save people and animals every day since he is a forest fire fighter. This was a sexy sweet story. Love at first sight kind of hot.

I highly recommend this anthology. This anthology has new to me authors as well as new to me heroes and heroines! I am looking forward to reading more from all of the authors mentioned in this review and even those not mentioned.
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Jun 13, 2017 Shelley rated it it was amazing

Hunks to the Rescue features novellas from some great authors including Margo Bond Collins, Krista Ames, Raine English, Tamara Ferguson, Aileen Harkwood, Lynda Haviland, Jody A. Kessler, Katie O’Sullivan, Stephanie Queen, Constance Phillips, Jan Romes, Nancy Segovia, Debbie White, and Wilder Quinn. It is a great collection of novels and novellas.

There wasn’t a single novel or novella that I didn’t enjoy! However, Saving Necessity by Margo Bond Collins was my absolute favorite story in the colle Hunks to the Rescue features novellas from some great authors including Margo Bond Collins, Krista Ames, Raine English, Tamara Ferguson, Aileen Harkwood, Lynda Haviland, Jody A. Kessler, Katie O’Sullivan, Stephanie Queen, Constance Phillips, Jan Romes, Nancy Segovia, Debbie White, and Wilder Quinn. It is a great collection of novels and novellas.

There wasn’t a single novel or novella that I didn’t enjoy! However, Saving Necessity by Margo Bond Collins was my absolute favorite story in the collection. Sophie Daniels is a movie star on location in a small town in Texas. After a fire changes things, Zeke grabs Sophie and hides her away from the photographers. She feels safe with Zeke, even though she just met him. The two have a connection that they can’t explain.

Another one, Two More Miles by Jan Romes, was another one of my favorites. Life changes forever for Ava and Dr. Keith Miles with a treadmill. After fighting over a treadmill, Ava faints and Keith helps her. Their attraction and chemistry is there right from the start, however, there are many obstacles in their way. I loved Ava’s spunky temperament, as well as Keith’s personality. The two deserve each other, even if they are too stubborn to realize it!

Like I said, each story was wonderful and I had trouble picking favorites. Unreachable Heart by Aileen Harkwood was another one that I really enjoyed. In it, Jacie DeBello finds herself in trouble. In a small plane with her two very-overweight bosses, an accident is inevitable as they go over the mountains while a storm approaches. The plane just can’t handle all of the weight. Hart, as he is called, is needed for a mountain rescue. They find the two brothers and everyone assumes the search is over. However, Hart just has a feeling that someone else is out there. When the rescue plane won’t fit everyone, he volunteers to stay back, knowing that he will keep
looking. When he finds Jacie, their lives will forever be changed.

Come Hell or High Water by Nancy Segovia tells the story of a young woman who is unable to leave her home during a flood because she couldn’t leave her cat. After staying in the attic, she has to climb onto the roof and wait to be rescued. Imagine her surprise when a hunk rescues her and, even though she is worried about her cat, she also can’t stop thinking about the man who helped her in the
storm!

Dark Current by Lynda Haviland finds Ben Kane reaching another pier. He goes pier to pier helping to clean up storm damage. However, he didn’t think he would find himself in front of a marina owner named Willow, who captured his thoughts and dreams. She needs him as much as he needs her, both for the marina as well as in life in general.

I highly recommend this collection of novels and novellas. I enjoyed every single story and couldn’t put it down. For only a few dollars, you will have a lot of remarkable reads that will make you want to wish that you could be rescued. You will read this collection even faster than you thought possible because it is that hard to put down!
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Jun 13, 2017 Lyndsey Fairley rated it really liked it

Hunks to the Rescue Anthology-18 Story Collection
4 Stars

Hunks to the Rescue is an anthology filled with 18 stories of alphas, police officers and other men in uniform or of power, stories. There's something for everyone in this collection! Here are just a few of the stories that I enjoyed.

Fire & Ice by Constance Phillips
Brian is a firefighter who was injured on the job trying to save a child's pet. He must now attend physical therapy before he's released to go back to work. But when he step Hunks to the Rescue Anthology-18 Story Collection
4 Stars

Hunks to the Rescue is an anthology filled with 18 stories of alphas, police officers and other men in uniform or of power, stories. There's something for everyone in this collection! Here are just a few of the stories that I enjoyed.

Fire & Ice by Constance Phillips
Brian is a firefighter who was injured on the job trying to save a child's pet. He must now attend physical therapy before he's released to go back to work. But when he steps into therapy the last person expects to see is his ex girlfriend Charlene.
Charlene believed the lies of the rumor mill and broke up with Brian and never looked back. Now she's back and he wants a second chance. When trying to move forward and hang out with old friends, the past rears its ugly head and the situation after becomes dangerous. Can they overcome the past or will this be over before it starts?

Come Hell or High Water by Nancy Segovia
Maisie Whitehall has sworn off of men after her divorce from her physically abusive ex. When no one can take her in during the hurricane because of her cat, she sticks it out at home. But when the water is rising, she must make a break for the roof. In swoops grumpy Dwight Harrison, who doesn't like rule breakers. When they are thrown into close quarters, feelings arise quickly. Did the storm bring them crashing together or will their attraction drift away with the water?

Coaching the Sub by Debbie White
Shannon gets a job as a substitute teacher in a home economics class. On her first day she encounters 3 gentlemen who refuse her assignment. When things escalate, in swoops Coach Brock. When they hit it off after a night out, they spend mor time together. The develop a plan to help these boys bet back on track and prepare for the future. Can she and Coach help them or is it too late?

The Unexpected Kiss by Tamara Ferguson
Dylan Nash is undercover in Wisconsin, trying to find his fathers murderer. When Julie comes back to town for a special education position, they start a relationship pretty quickly. As they start to learn more of each other, they find her mothers disappearance and his father's murder may be connected. Can he save Julie before she comes into any harm?

Unwrapping Treasure by Jody A. Kessler
Treasure and Bodies are a team of paramedics who are working Christmas Eve. When help is needed around the corner, they spring g into action. Treasure makes a hard fall and is injured which now means her Christmas vacation alone will be hard to make on her bike. When Bodies offers his vehicle, she accepts. But what she doesn't expect is his surprise visit on Christmas. When the drinks get flowing, feelings come out. Will they cross the friendship line or will they remain coworkers after the holidays? ...more

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Jun 13, 2017 Pam Snell rated it it was amazing

Wow. Each and every story was definitely about hunks and about rescuing of some kind. Truly loved reading all of these. May have to read them again. Wish they had been longer.
Saving Necessity – by Margo Bond Collins
This was so sweet and I am always a sucker for a story about a cowboy. There is just almost no way you can mess up a hot cowboy story. This one was about a sexy ranch hand named, Zeke MacAllen, even his name is sexy. He works hard and is not too happy about a movie star coming to town Wow. Each and every story was definitely about hunks and about rescuing of some kind. Truly loved reading all of these. May have to read them again. Wish they had been longer.
Saving Necessity – by Margo Bond Collins
This was so sweet and I am always a sucker for a story about a cowboy. There is just almost no way you can mess up a hot cowboy story. This one was about a sexy ranch hand named, Zeke MacAllen, even his name is sexy. He works hard and is not too happy about a movie star coming to town and taking away from the normalcy of the town but when he sees the sexy, Sophie Daniels he knows she needs saving of some kind and he thinks he is the man for the job.
Unwrapping Treasure – by Jody A. Kessler
This was another one of my favorites about two paramedics that were close friends since they spent so much time together and when there were no emergencies they had a lot of time to talk and learned a lot about each other. I simply could not get enough of this one and the way that they each cared about their patients just melted my heart. They were so sincere and were not just there to draw a paycheck. They truly cared about the people that they took care of.
Coaching the Sub – by Debbie White
This was a great one for me too because it was about teaching and since I am a teacher it was close to home for me. Shannon was subbing at a new school and was trying hard to get the students to like her and Coach “Brock” Andrews was always there to come to the rescue for Shannon and do exactly what needed to be done to help with the kids. I loved how sweet each of the characters were and how deeply they cared about what happened with all of the kids and what lengths they would go in order to help each of the students succeed.
Falling for Captain Hunk – by Stephanie Queen
Loved this one too. Captain Hunk was known as, Cap to his friends and everyone in town knew who he was. He was also known as the last HOT eligible bachelor and he planned on keeping that status. Cap does not date others on the police force and doesn’t break that rule. Tony is the niece of a restaurant owner and she is pretty hot. She meets this handsome hunk, Cap and decides to help him with his investigation because she is also a detective too but that was in her past. Together they are a hot team.
Breaking the Rules - by Katie O’Sullivan
Another great one. Abbie Duncan is a chef and Jake Campbell works undercover. Abbie gets to work with this hot guy each day and can’t believe her luck. Abbie has rules and she doesn’t want to break them for this hottie, Jake. Jake is trying to do his job but it seems to be getting kind of hard to trust anyone.

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