They're fierce, wounded, and dangerous. The stakes were high and their love was strong. It was personal, and they went above and beyond the breaking point. Our brave heroes took on the world. For all of us. For those they loved. Five Degrees of heartwarming to melting stories Five stand-alone swoon-worthy heroes that will leave you breathless from award-winning International, USA Today, and Amazon bestselling authors Pamela Ackerson, Debra Parmley, Teri Riggs, Maggie Adams, and Nia Farrell. * A Rosa for Russell ~ Trapped in desire and drowning in need; to fall in love with the enemy, there might as well be a mountain between them. "Well, then. That's something to help me sleep at night. Could you be sweet enough on me to let me give you a quick kiss on the cheek?"She tapped his arm. "No. Now out you go. I've got men over there who are trulysick and need me."She grinned. A kiss? The thought sent a cluster of warmth to her heart. Longing flared deep inside her.Yes, she liked the idea of kissing Russell.He looked back when he reached the door. He wiggled his eyebrows up and down. "It's Christmas in a few days. Perhaps it will be my gift from you." ** Two Step, New Steps ~ Healing from a gunshot wound, Leanne Bobbin brings out his protective instincts. "Not myself," he shook his head as he paced. "I need to be there. That's my girl.""I know, and that's damn hard.""It's not my nature to stand down," Len growled. "And sure as hell not when it's my woman in danger.""I'll let you ride with me; with the understanding you'll stay in the patrol car until I give the okay. Understand?""Yes," Len growled again. The only word he could get out through gritted teeth. *** Bringing Her Home ~ Can Thomas Raintree bring home the woman he loves, but had to leave behind? "Is it really you?""In the flesh." His lips skimmed over the inside of my wrist, and he brushed another light kiss on my forehead. "Tell me what hurts."Only e