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Sap & Secrets

A Surprise Baby Firefighter Romance (Maplewood, Book 1)

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Sap & Secrets

By: Daphne Elliot
Narrated by: Vanessa Edwin, Connor Crais
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A Surprise Baby Firefighter Romance from Amazon Bestselling Author Daphne Elliot

Nine months ago, I had one perfect, reckless night with Jasper Lawrence, the tall, tattooed firefighter who made me feel fearless. I told myself it was a mistake I’d never repeat.

Then he finds me at the Maple Festival… in labor with our surprise baby.

The best part? I had no idea I was pregnant.

Now Jasper is everywhere. The two of us stumble through new parenthood together. And he doesn’t just step up, he moves in. Almost. He pitches a tent in my backyard and sleeps outside so he’s never far away from us. He’s a shirtless, helpful menace who cooks, cleans, and cuddles our son. He makes me feel safe, seen, and wanted. And I hate how much I love it.

Every time I shove him away, he shows back up, golden retriever energy and all, with coffee and pastries in tow, ready to carry the baby, the groceries, and occasionally me.

I came to Maplewood, Vermont, to discover my independence. But it’s hard to keep my distance when the town’s been shaken by danger, the scars from my past refuse to stay buried, and the firefighter I should absolutely avoid keeps setting my world on fire.

Turns out the biggest threat to me in America’s most charming small town might be the man who won’t stop rescuing me.

Authors Note: Sap & Secrets is a small-town romance featuring a curvy black cat, a tattooed golden retriever, and a (very cute) surprise baby. If you enjoy acts of service, small-town shenanigans, and maple syrup madness, you will not be disappointed.

Series Blurb: Welcome to Maplewood, Vermont. America’s Most Charming Small Town has some dark, sticky secrets. Come for the maple syrup, festivals, and cheese wars; stay for swoon.

©2026 Melody Publishing, LLC (P)2026 Melody Publishing, LLC
Contemporary Small Town
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Trust me, this book won’t bore you, as there are so many surprises, like a dead body found in a barrel of syrup. This storyline plays second fiddle to that of the story of the new bundle of joy, and I was okay with that because the story is about how Evie and Jasper navigate unexpected parenthood when they are not in a relationship. I love all the sticky and sweet moments they find themselves in. OMG! Vanessa and Connor are perfect narrators for this couple 👏👏👏🫶

A Sticky and Sweet Romance

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Slightly predictable but kept me listening to the end. Loved the characters. Now to find a new listen.

What a great listen !!

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I’m loving this series 💗 these characters 💗 I can’t wait for the next instalment 💗 I definitely loved listening to Connor and Vanessa who did a awesome job bringing this story to life ✨💗✨💗✨

Beautiful 💗✨

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This is a great story told be excellent narrators! I couldn't stop listening, it was just too good!

Wonderful!

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I loved the narration and the story which has great characters. A really great listen, just like Daphne Elliot’s other books. Hoping book two comes out soon, I can’t wait.

A really enjoyable listen.

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