Taylor If it weren’t for my jerk of an ex, I wouldn’t be back to waiting tables just to stay afloat. The plan was keep my head down, collect tips, and rebuild. It all seemed pretty simple, until I saw him. Nick, the brooding, brawny owner and head chef. He’s my boss, which should be a dealbreaker… But with his lethal smile and big, hulking arms, he’s hard to resist. He wants me; I feel it. But can I really risk my shot at freedom for a fling with the man who signs my paycheck? Ever since I was a chubby kid helping my mom in the kitchen, I’ve dreamed of owning a restaurant. Now that dream’s finally within reach, and I’m up to my eyeballs in stress. I’m swamped with permits, inspections, and a to-do list a mile long… Then Taylor shows up. She’s curvy, insanely gorgeous, and completely off-limits. We open in less than twenty-four hours, But the more I try to focus on my goals, the more I find myself thinking about her. And how fast I can make her mine. The Mountain Men Crave Curves stories are sweet and spicy standalone, curvy woman romance reads featuring alpha mountain men with hearts of gold. As always, these stories are steamy but safe! There's no cheating and no cliffhangers. Just a swoon-worthy HEA to melt your heart. They're the perfect short romance read for your coffee break or when you need a quick high heat escape read. Insta Love Forever!