People think ballerinas are delicate, but we’re tough as nails. I’m back in my hometown after disaster changed my life forever. Opening a dance studio with my childhood best friend is giving me a new purpose. Except no matter where I go, loneliness follows. Then a caring, hunky firefighter brings his daughter to class. Ben makes me laugh and doesn’t look at me with pity like every other person in town. A devoted single dad, his little girl is his whole word. I plant him firmly in the friend zone. I can’t fall for a hero who risks his life every day. I’ve had enough tragedy. Plus, I’m not ready. I may never be. I keep trying to deny our spark. But he keeps showing up in his patient and tender way. Will it be enough for me to reopen my heart to love? If you like steamy, slow-burn romances with cinnamon roll heroes, then you’ll love From Cinders. Don’t miss this heartwarming story of love after loss.