Austin never imagined a one-night stand would change his life, but from the moment he gave into desire, the flames of ambition were stoked. As a fire at the legendary Masterson House rages, Austin is hailed a hero and the prime candidate to be named to the White Pine Fire Department's team for the annual Fire Ball contest. But the sexy, powerful Joey Silva from the opposing fire department truly ignites Austin's heart.

Tucker once called White Pine his home, but after following his heart and becoming a successful musician, he has returned to pick up the pieces of his shattered life. Taking up with the first love of his life, Ian Masterson, who survived a fire that nearly consumed his home, Tucker must battle small-minded people as well as his father, the local fire chief, to find happiness and love.

With White Pine getting set for the annual Hibernation Festival, the highlight of which is the Fire Ball, secrets are revealed and alliances renewed. Bragging rights are on the line, not only for the village of White Pine, but for the sexually charged men who live within its borders.