When author Christian Rivers meets Milestone County's Sheriff Philip Erickson, a spark of attraction flickers between them. The three stories in this collection fan the flames of that attraction, and the love Christian and Philip share blazes within these pages. Contains the stories: A Light in the Dark: Author Christian Rivers has ended a five-year relationship with his boyfriend, Russ, but is suddenly propelled back into "the scene" when he phones Milestone County Sheriff Philip Erickson about an animal cruelty case. What follows for both men is surprisingly satisfying. Winter's Light: A week before Christmas, Christian and Philip move in together. Balancing a relationship, a book tour, the approaching holiday, and the imminent arrival of in-laws, he also juggles the hassle of running into his ex-boyfriend and dealing with his sister, who shows up uninvited. Will new year start with an even deeper commitment to one another, or end up on the rocks after the holidays? Heaven's Light: Christian receives the phone call he's been dreading for six months. His father has died. Flying home to Arizona with his husband Philip, Christian arrives in Glendale to a family in chaos. Fraught with his own demons, will Christian be strong enough to solider on and battle the challenges that await him when he arrives home to say a final goodbye to the man he called Dad?

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I say, “Not to change the subject, but—”


“Please do. I don’t want to talk about work anymore.”


“I’m afraid my news is just as grim.”


There is a hint of amusement in his voice. “Just when I thought it couldn’t get any worse.”


I stare up into Philip’s rugged face. “Speaking of unfortunate circumstances, do you happen to know what the percentage rate is for homeless people in Milestone County?”


He exhales and stares around the room. “I don’t know the exact numbers, but I know I’ve seen a rise in the homeless community just in the last month. It is especially noticeable around the holiday season, people digging through dumpsters around town and sleeping in the park. Why do you ask?”


Chapter 22