Playing With Fire — Amy Knupp

She won't take no for an answer!

Macey Locke is not backing down. That means Derek Severson -- the man she's been attracted to for years -- is just going to have to deal. She hasn't come all the way to this South Texas beach bar for a tan. She's here to help her best friend get back to being what he loves -- a firefighter.

But Derek is more stubborn than she thought. He won't tolerate her cajoling, and he's definitely not hearing any confessions of love and affection.

Well, too bad. This time, tough guy, you've met your match.