The Smoke & Vows Series
Stories of second chances, hidden secrets, and the courage to love when everything's on the line. Written by a proud Air Force veteran, for everyone who ran toward the danger.
Still Burn For You
Harper & Colt's Story
Harper's POV:
Harper Miller thought she'd buried her past when she left Fairhill twenty years ago. The town called her an arsonist, destroyed her family, and drove her into the military to escape the shame. Now retirement has brought her back with a job offer she can't refuse — and a secret that could destroy everything. She knew her son was here, but she never expected to work alongside Colt Carson, the man she loved and left behind.
Colt's POV:
Colt Carson has spent twenty years hating Harper Miller for abandoning him without explanation. Now she's back, working on his crew, and someone wants her gone badly enough to send death threats. As Colt finds himself falling for her all over again, he discovers the woman he thought he knew was keeping the biggest secret of all.
Rekindling the Flames
Book 2 of the Smoke & Vows Series
"Some secrets don't burn away. They smolder."
The fire between them never fully died — it just waited. Now with secrets buried in ash and a love that refuses to stay cold, Fairhill's next chapter is about to ignite. Coming soon from Rose Austin.
"The First Time I Saw Her Again"
Logan drove in a day early. She was alone in the bay. She had no idea he was coming — because his name on her paperwork wasn't the name she'd married.
Smoke and Ash
Jessica & Jake's Story
The third chapter of the Smoke & Vows series is in progress. Jessica and Jake's story promises everything you love about Fairhill — high stakes, hidden truths, and a love that burns through every wall they've built. Coming soon.
The Kids of Fairhill
The heart of the Smoke & Vows series beats loudest through its kids. They didn't ask for complicated families or a town full of secrets — they just showed up, brave and full of life, in the middle of everything.
Preteen. Dark wavy hair, watchful brown eyes, and too much insight for her age. She sees everything the adults hope she won't.
The quiet middle. Dark curly hair, steady gaze. He holds things together when everyone else is falling apart.
Little brother energy, big firefighter dreams. He was born for the helmet.
What Readers Are Saying
14 reader reviews across the series · Kindle Verified Purchases
A Smoky Second Chance That Hits All the Feelings
"The 'she left branded an arsonist, he stayed and became fire captain' setup hooked me right away. The romantic angst and suspense plot wind around each other instead of fighting for space. The secret child angle works because Colt's biggest fear is losing his son and Harper's biggest fear is being the reason everything burns down again."
Really Really Good
"Written differently, written with a creative mind from a new perspective on romance. Loved the integration of fear, love, and romance. This would make a great movie. Every night I would read it hoping she comes back — does she? Check it out, you won't regret it!"
Compelling, Thrilling and Suspenseful
"A riveting tale that expertly weaves suspense with a gripping storyline. Their tumultuous past adds emotional depth, and the tension is palpable throughout. The author skillfully balances romance and intrigue, making each twist feel authentic and earned."
Slow Burn, Real Stakes, Messy Past
"The tension between Harper and Colt felt earned — not just chemistry, but years of hurt, miscommunication, and unfinished business. The mystery didn't take a backseat to the romance — they moved in tandem, which kept it engaging beyond just the relationship."
Flames of the Past
"This story mixes romance, danger, and old secrets. The mystery of the fires kept me turning the pages quickly. As a mom, I connected with Harper's need to keep her child safe, no matter the risk. The mix of suspense and heartfelt moments made it a story that stayed with me after I finished."
A Love That Returns
"I could still feel the fire of love between Harper and Colt — and their son made it even more emotional. At first I thought it was just a typical second chance story, but the feelings, secrets, and fire incidents made it more intense. Even my wife loved it."
More Than a Second-Chance Romance
"I went into this expecting a second-chance romance, but the mystery surrounding the fires ended up being one of the things that kept me most invested. Laura is not simply waiting for Logan to return and fix everything, and Logan has his own difficult adjustment to make. A satisfying blend of romance, family, mystery, and suspense."
It Was a Great Way to Unwind at Night
"I really enjoyed how the book slowly let me in on what the characters had been dragging around from their pasts. A few reveals totally changed how I read earlier scenes, which kept things fresh. The emotional tension was just as big a deal as the romance. I kept wanting to know what would come out next."
An Emotional Second-Chance Romance with Real Suspense
"Logan returning after being presumed dead for eight years and coming face to face with the son who doesn't yet know he is his father — that situation immediately creates tension. When the mysterious fires reach Eli's school, Logan is forced to protect the family he's only just found again. A very emotional story with enough mystery and suspense to keep me turning the pages!"
Rose Austin
Rose is a former United States Air Force EMT/medic who brings authentic military and first responder experience to her romance novels. She writes stories that honor the courage, sacrifice, and unbreakable bonds forged in the line of duty.
When not crafting swoon-worthy heroes, Rose drinks too much coffee while being supervised by her opinionated pets. Still Burn For You is her debut novel and the first book in the Smoke & Vows firefighter romance series.
You Are Not Alone
Rekindling the Flames is a love story, but it's also about what comes home with the people who serve — and what is left behind for the people who wait. Logan's years as a prisoner of war, Laura's grief that no one helped her name, Margaret's loss of her brother. These are realities for too many real families.
If any of it resonated more closely than you expected, please know you are not alone. There are people trained to help you carry it. Everything in this guide is free, and most of it is available around the clock.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline · Crisis Text Line (HOME to 741741) · SAMHSA Helpline
Safe Call Now · First Responder Support Network · Center for Excellence · IAFF Center of Excellence
Veterans Crisis Line (988, press 1) · National Center for PTSD · Vet Centers · Military OneSource
TAPS · The Compassionate Friends · GriefShare
This list is offered as a starting point and is not medical advice. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
Rose Austin · GRDM Publishing, LLC · grdmpublishing.net
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