the hot cannolis - series - by eli easton & tara lain
The Canalis are a big Italian family of firefighters who work for Cal Fire fighting wildfires in California. They’re also all gorgeous. Hence their nickname, The Hot Cannolis. The series kicks off when the youngest Canali brother, Mike, helps a Shane, a gay twink college student, rescue his grandfather during a wildfire. Sparks fly. This fire and rescue happens in the prequel, FIREMAN’S CARRY. In book one, HOT SEAT, Mike and Shane have to see if their initial attraction can stand up to Mike’s big, crazy family, the Canalis, and their alpha-male culture. See, Mike isn’t out. In HOT WINGS, Mike’s brother, Donny, finds his own feet over fire when he meets Pilot Dell Murphy, a gorgeous and commanding fire bomber who sounds all of Donny’s alarms. Two more books, HOT PURSUIT and HOT LIPS will follow in Spring 2022!
FIREMAN‘S CARRY (THE HOT CANNOLIS BOOK .5)
Out for free on Prolific Works - Jan 1, 2022
In the midst of a California wildfire, two opposites find that their only hope for survival is each other.
This was Shane’s worst nightmare—a wildfire that threatened the California mountain town where his grandfather lived. He had to get Pops out of there. Thank God for the young firefighter they assigned to him at the barricade. With the handsome but oh-so-butch Mike Canali along for the rescue mission, everything would be okay. Or at least that’s what Shane kept telling his inner drama queen. This wasn’t the time to panic!
Mike had been on the job with Cal Fire for only two weeks, but he came from a big Italian family full of firefighters, so he recognized serious trouble when he landed in it along with the flamboyant gay guy named Shane, and Shane’s crotchety grandfather. Trapped, with no way to escape, Mike had to come up with a plan to save their lives—and the lives of all the other drivers stuck on the road.
One day can change the course of a life—especially when that day involves surviving an inferno. Even two opposites can find they’re stronger together. When the superficial is burned away, what’s left is what’s real—true bravery, the true self, and, maybe, true love.
EBOOK:
FREE on Prolific Works | Goodreads
CO-AUTHOR’S WEBSITE:
Tara Lain
READ THE FIRST CHAPTER HERE
What people are saying…
“This is a really short story, but I was so invested in it from the first page. The setting and the storyline make it a more intense read and there's something about a romance that starts in a life-threatening situation. I really liked all the characters - Mike, Shane and Shane's grandfather.” - Goodreads review
”Holy shit!! That was edge-of-my-seat INTENSE! Regardless of its short story status and despite the fact it’s a freebie, Fireman's Carry packed a serious wallop!” - Goodreads, 5 star review.
“Okay I get the hype. I am all in!!!!” - Goodreads 4.25 star review
“This novella is on fire (literally and figuratively)! What you'll get: brave rescue, grumpy grandpa, spunky college student wearing a pink Bite Me sweatshirt, sexy firefighter wearing an even sexier uniform, action/tension galore. All that and a kiss.” - Goodreads 4.5 star review
“I can’t wait to see what’s in store for this likeable duo. I can only imagine the angst that will surely follow when/if Mike comes out to his very large, testosterone fuelled, firefighter family. Roll on February as Eli’s teaser has left me thirsty for more!” — Goodreads 4 star review
“I loved this. Knew it was a pre-series book but I really want the first book NOW.” - Goodreads 5 star review
hot seat (the hot cannolis #1)
Release date: Feb 22. 2022
Wait. Can a Canali be gay?
Hero firefighter, youngest of six macho Italian brothers and—in love with Shane Bower, who never met a unicorn T-shirt he didn’t love? How does that even work?
When Mike Canali meets Shane Bower, his attraction to the guy is off the charts. But then his huge family and intense job full of rules and expectations intrude and he never calls.
Until they both get a medal—
and his mom falls in love with Shane at the ceremony—
and all of a sudden Shane’s all over his life, whether Mike likes it or not.
The butch Canali family face-to-face with sparkly Shane Bower? This is a wildfire of its own.
Shane worked damned hard to be who he is—fantastic, femme and in-your-face. He won’t compromise that, even to have the super-hot man of his dreams. But can he really ask Mike to give up his family and future just to have his fabulous self? Especially when he’s falling in love with the Canali family too?
HOT SEAT is a hot firefighter, big crazy family, coming out, opposites attract, forced proximity, romantic comedy—with all the feels.
EBOOK:
Amazon US | Amazon UK | Goodreads
CO-AUTHOR’S WEBSITE:
Tara Lain
READ THE FIRST CHAPTER HERE
What people are saying…
“I loved every minute of reading this book. Family and family found, and a wonderful love story.” - RJ Scott, best-selling author
“I honestly and truly didn’t want this book to end! It was that heartwarmingly good” - Love Bytes review, 5 stars
“The book is written very well, I didn’t want to put it down. You’ll enjoy the banter between brothers, the love of a mother for all her kids, the grandpa who doesn’t think twice about your sexuality, friends who are always there and a sister who is on your side always! An absolute awesome start to a new series, this is gong to be amazing!!!.” - Bookbub, 5 star review
“Hot Seat is heartfelt and poignant…. I am so excited about The Hot Cannolis, y'all!” Dani on Goodreads, 5 star review
“This is a very entertaining, sometimes hilarious (the first scene in the book club is simply epic) and deeply moving story about coming out, and about the difference between the family we are born in and the family we find.” Susanna on Goodreads, 5 star review
“There are books and there are books. I’ve read plenty that capture me, but every so often an exceptional one comes along.
Eli Easton and Tara Lain's writing styles just seem to mesh together, creating some great reads…. this one packs a whole wallop of feels. They bring both humour and sorrow to the MCs, and own it. Left me with a massive book hangover. Can't wait for the next book.” Edga on Goodreads, 5 star review
hot wings (the hot cannolis #2)
Release date: March 29, 2022
The alpha meets his match.
Most macho of all the super-alpha Canali brothers and proud of it, Donny’s famous for his gorgeous face, his firefighter prowess, and for going through girls his family doesn’t approve of as fast as he changes jeans.
Donny’s biggest hero is his fire captain dad, until his life gets saved from the skies by fire pilot Dell Murphy.
Dell’s certain about most things. He’s been proud to be gay since he was ten, handled a helicopter in Afghanistan like it was part of his body, and can fly a fire bomber in the worst conflagration. And he’s absolutely certain that Donny Canali belongs to him.
Dell also knows how to show a lover he’s in charge.
Donny’s shocked to discover how much he’s turned on by dominant Dell, but Donny’s not gay. He’s not. He can’t be. It would break his father’s heart.
Leaving Dell will break Donny’s.
HOT WINGS is a battle of the alphas, hot firefighters, two crazy families, dominant lover, HEA romance with a helping of laughter and even more feels.
EBOOK:
Amazon US | Amazon UK | Goodreads
CO-AUTHOR’S WEBSITE:
Tara Lain
What people are saying…
“There is humor in this book, and both authors show not only an understanding of their characters but a fondness for them. The writing is just very good. The pace, in this one, seemed to drift a touch in parts, but overall the story is engaging and the side characters are almost as much fun as the main pair. I hope you give this series and this book, especially, a try. It’s very much worth it.” 4.5 star review, Joyfully Jay
“The truth is this book is so fantastic I could babble on about all the great things the authors have put into this story that enrich the storylines and support the characters growing relationship, but why not just pick it up and read it? It’s fabulous!” - goodreads
“I loved this book. This whole series is surprising me more and more. If you like adrenaline, emotions that turmoil inside a young person in full questioning, coming out and a touch of homophobia or people who do not understand well, this book have it all. These authors always give us the right dose of a perfect recipe for a successful book.” - goodreads
“Donny and Dell are a great couple with good chemistry.” - goodreads
“Not to advertise my uniform fetish but like is there a job sexier than a fire bomber pilot? I would argue that there absolutely is not. I really enjoyed this book about a very macho firefighter having a gay awakening with a super hot pilot.” - goodreads
hot pursuit (the hot cannolis #3)
Release date: Jun 30 2022
Solving the case will be tricky. But keeping their hands off each other will be impossible.
Detective Rick Canali’s life is perfect the way it is. He loves his job with the Chico, CA police. He can get casual sex whenever he wants it, and for family vibes, he has his brother Angelo’s large family of hotheaded firefighters. He’s happy being a “perpetual bachelor.” But when he’s partnered up with a too-attractive newbie detective, all the neat boxes in his life threaten to collapse. Because the one thing this detective never saw coming—falling in love.
John Rivera always wanted to be a detective. He’s determined to succeed despite his ex trying to make his life hell and his new partner—the gorgeous Rick Canali—making it clear he’s not wanted. As a former foster care kid, he’s used to fighting his own battles and depending on no one.
When a firefighter dies under suspicious circumstances, Rick and John’s new partnership is tested. It turns out, they’re a pretty good team. But can they crack the case while dancing around their mutual attraction, dodging John’s ex, and trying to keep the Canali firefighters safe from a potential killer in the Cal Fire ranks?
HOT PURSUIT is a murder mystery wrapped in a romance with a big scoop of suspense, hurt-comfort, evil ex, and more Canali family feels.
What people are saying…
"I was so excited for the 3rd book in this series and it did not disappoint, it was excellent!" - goodreads
"A romantic suspense storyline, a beautifully written love story, and I was hooked. This is my favorite of the series..." - goodreads
"Definitely the best one yet in this series and filled with an excellent balance between the romance and the suspense." - goodreads
"I’ve enjoyed all the books in this series so far but this is definitely my favourite. Loved the mix of romance and procedural plus John absolutely stole my heart." - goodreads
"Another hit in this series. " - goodreads
"Smartly written, engaging, and comforting. I was hooked early on with this mystery/suspense romance." - goodreads