A review by kara_hildebrand
Combust by K. Bromberg

5.0

Combust is the second book in the Everyday Heroes series by the very talented K. Bromberg. They are each standalones, but if you haven't read Cuffed you really need to. Trust me! I always look forward to reading a new book by K. Bromberg because I know I'm going to get all the feels. Her writing is always fantastic, her characters well developed and real. They have depth, heart, and humor. Usually when I start a series about brothers, I have a favorite from the first book. I have already met all three, Grant, Grayson and Grady and I can honestly say I can't pick a favorite. That is a first for me. There was something very intriguing about Grady and his easy smiles and sexy dimples. He was carefree and fun. In Combust, we get to see all the sides of Grady Malone. Yes, he's sexy, sweet and has a body made for sin. But he's also carrying around guilt and scars inside and out. He's a firefighter, that's who he is. Always wanted to be. But now he's not the same. Answering the call is more terrifying than exciting. Dylan is a friend's sister who needs a place to escape to. She's running from her ex-boyfriend but she's still tied to him through their song writing. She needed a place without memories to write the album and Sunnyville is the perfect spot. Grady is easy to live with even if she can't stop staring at his eight abs. They get to know each other and when they have to pretend to be more, the sparks fly. But it's more than physical. They become something to each other. A voice to help the other heal. A deal to help them overcome their pasts. But when time's up neither wants to say goodbye. Can Grady put it all on the line for love? Will Dylan ask for more? I loved this story. It had so much heart I found myself smiling through most of it, even my tears. There is a lot of emotion and turmoil, but the humor and heat are the perfect balance. Grady is so damn sexy and his scars just add to his appeal. They tell the story of his life. Dylan is beautiful and she learns that loving yourself is the hardest thing to do. I felt for these characters. I cheered, I yelled and I swooned. I can't wait to see what Grayson has in store for us!

"Ready to show me your fire pole, Malone?”
“I already pet your kitty, so I guess my pole is the next best place to start.”
“You’re sick.” I laugh.
“And you love it.”

“I’m getting lost in you, Dylan. It’s so damn easy. When I’m with you, I forget the bad. I’m kissing you because when I’m with you, my mind stops and the world starts turning again.”