Flame by Victoria Purman - Firefighters of Montana - Book 5

Reviewed by Helen

This is the fifth and last book in this series and again I loved it sensual fast paced and it was a fabulous story to read.

Dex McCoy has moved back to his hometown of Glacier Creek, Montana after being away for months doing a smokejumper exchange he is still known as the rookie on the team but he is really good at his job and has learnt a lot over the past few months, he is gorgeous single and has no plans to change his single status his brother and his sister in law and their little girl Lila live on the family ranch and Dex does everything he can to help them after Lila was hurt in an accident but when he runs into Cady Adams a spark starts up again after many years are they destined to be together?

Cady Adams has lived all of her life in Glacier Creek and after going off to California to go to a culinary institute and learn to bake the best cakes and pies in the land she is back in town now but there was one thing she wanted before she left and it had a lot to do with Dex McCoy but she left without getting it so when she runs into Dex there is a lot of water under the bridge between them and feeling that emotion between them flying from the pages is awesome.

Who doesn't love a firefighter and Dex has a few issues that need to be resolved and Cady is just the person to help him truly they are so made for each other the journey to a HEA is filled with ups and downs but is sensual and very moving. I do highly recommend this one MS Purman will pull you in and have you smiling of course it was fabulous catching up with friends from the previous books and the cup cakes that Cady makes well I want them all :)

5/5 stars for a great story

Published July 5th 2016 by Tule Publishing

Heat by Karen Foley (Firefighters of Montana #4)

Reviewed by Helen

This is book four in this series and all I can say is woohoo I loved this one as much as the first three in the series what's not to love about a hot smokejumper who has such a caring way about him and knows how to love a lady. This is Tyler Dodson's story he has been married and divorced is settled in Glacier Creek Montana has a block of land that he is planning on building a home for himself he has been burnt once and doesn't plan on doing that again although that is probably about to change when he is working on one of the biggest wildfires they have seen for a while and is called in to rescue a family in the path of the fire and when he meets the daughter of the owner of the wolf sanctuary there is more heat caused by the spark from them and not just the fire.

Callie McClain has returned home to Montana from California to care for her father after he has had a heart attack her Dad runs a wolf sanctuary and they are both vets but they do not have a close relationship and when the fire turns fast and puts them and the wolves in the path the smokejumpers turn up to rescue them and one smokejumper in particular brings further heat to Callie but things are happening too fast to for everyone and Callie just makes it off the mountain with her very ill father and some of the wolves but the firefighter is not forgotten.

This is a fabulous story MS Foley has bought the fear and suspense of the fire out on the pages and shoes how destructive they can be but she has also opened up a journey to a HEA for Tyler and Callie one that is sensual and so very thoughtful considering all that they are going through and the distance they live from each other. This one is beautifully written and was the first one I have read of MS Foley's but it won't be the last. I am very much enjoying this series and look forward to the next one.

5/5 stars for a great story

Published June 28th 2016 by Tule Publishing

Ignite by Nicole Helm (Firefighters of Montana #3)

Reviewed by Helen

I am loving this series and this one is a fabulous addition to them we have met Ace Clark in the first two books he is a cocky one strong and good at his job as a smokejumper but I had the feeling that he had a secret and now it is going to be uncovered in such a great story sit back and enjoy.

Dr Lina McArthur has moved to Kalispell to start a new life get out from under her father's shadow she is quiet a loner a very good Doctor and very innocent in so many ways she has one very close girlfriend Jess and lives a quiet life that is until one of the smokejumpers is bought into the ER as she treats him she sees something in his eyes like she knows him and she is drawn to him this is so unusual for Lina and so her life is about to change in so many ways.

Dean Ace Clark has a secret that has kept him running for many years form one place to another but he has finally found something that has made him feel good about himself his job as a smokejumper he has finally put down some roots but his past is always with him kept locked away, so when he is treated by Dr McArthur in the ER that name brings a lot memories back he should stay away from her but there is a pull a spark that cannot be ignored.

This really is a beautiful story as Lina opens up in so many ways to life and love with Ace they have such a sensual journey choosing to leave that elephant alone until Jess arrives from Marietta to visit her friend Lina and the emotions come pouring out. This is a story that will have you turning the pages and thoroughly enjoying the journey to such a beautiful HEA for Ace and Lina two people who are perfect together.

5/5 stars for a great story

Published June 21st 2016 by Tule Publishing

Scorch by Dani Collins (Firefighters of Montana #2)

Reviewed by Helen

This is my second visit to Glacier Creek and the Smokejumpers and the characters that are so alive and fabulous to be with. These Smokejumpers are strong reliable and determined people who know how to love when they find the right person.

Jacqui Edwards has lived in this town all of her life and always wanted to work with the smokejumpers and has been the receptionist for many years and also married to Russ the boss but when tragedy strikes and Russ loses his life in an accident Jacqui takes off to Florida letting another smokejumper Vin Kingston move into the house, but when Jacquie comes back to Glacier Creek to get things settled she realizes that she can't leave she needs to get on with her life and that she is drawn to Vin there is a spark that could very well start a fire will she be able to get through to Vin?

Vin Kingston has finally found a family in the smokejumpers at Glacier Creek he loves the people the job and the security it brings even if his marriage does not work out and his ex works at the local tavern he is determined to stay but when he witnesses his boss's death it takes a lot out of him he does everything he can to help Jacqui and over the months that he is in her house they become very close friends and yes there is a spark but nothing can happen he cannot jump his late friend's wife no way, but can he be strong enough to control the spark.

This is a sizzling passionate story about people getting a second chance at love it is steamy and emotional as we journey to a HEA filled with lots of ups and downs, seeing Jacqui get stronger and stand up to Vin and when he can no longer deny this spark the sheets heat up and you will be turning the pages very quickly. I loved this one from page one and I highly recommend it for people who enjoy fast paced sexy stories that will make you smile.

5/5 stars for a fantastic story

Expected publication: June 14th 2016 by Tule Publishing

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Review by Amanda

Scorch by Dani Collins is a steamy, passionate story with a cast of imperfect characters who command your attention from the start. Fast-paced and enjoyable, Scorch, second novella in the Firefighters of Montana series, is a must read. Jacqui Edwards carried around a lot of emotional baggage ever since she lost her husband. She has returned to Glacier Creek to sell her home before heading back to Florida and move on with her life. What she hasn’t bargained on is meeting Vin Kingston, her husband’s best friend. Vin has never gotten over the guilt of losing his best friend. But seeing Jacqui, the urge to protect her takes up residence in his head…but below the friendliness between them burns a passion too hard to resist!

Recommended
4 Stars

Review by TashNz - 5 Stars

Loved this book from the start, I loved the characters Jacqui and Vin because they were two people deserving of love a second time around. I loved the setting of the story and reading about the job Vin did for a living - coming from NZ, I didn't know there was such a thing. I loved the interaction between Jacqui and Vin and I loved how he held back when all he really wanted was Jac. I loved how the author made it completely legit that Jacqui wanted to live life and love again. I loved how I did not want to put this book down at all.

This is my first intro into the Firefighters of Montana and I enjoyed this so much I will be picking up the others to read. Fast paced but emotional and edge of the seat reading. I loved how Jacqui had cut all her hair off and I loved seeing into the thoughts of both characters and totally understanding where they come from and why they think the way they do.

The author has written with a freshness, a punchyness and in such a way that i laughed and cried right along with them, like I was there. Scorch had me hook line and sinker.

Loved this book to pieces!


Review by Cheryl - 5 Stars

Jacqui spent years as the receptionist for the Glacier Creek smokejumpers. She left Glacier Creek when her husband who was the captain of the group of smokejumpers died during a jump six months earlier. She went to live with her family for a while and clear her head. She comes back to settle up with things including her house that Russ and her had lived in. Another jumper Vin Kingston was now living in it and remodeling it and was also planning to purchase it when she was ready to sell. 
Vin grew up in foster care and he has married Tori who just could not be happy with him and they divorced. She was tries to sell what was Vin and Tori’s house and at first did not succeed and the 2nd time was the charm. 

Vin took it upon himself to keep a watch over Jacqui and not in any romantic way as he for sure felt he could never go for his friend’s widow. Again fate took over and they finally said the magic I Love You. 
Jacqui asked Sam Gaskill, who was now the captain for her job back. She liked order and had really loved her job. 

There are 2 more books after this one and can’t wait to read them too. I learned quite a bit about smokejumpers and what they go through. 

Review by Alexia - 5 Stars

"Scorch" by Dani Collins is book 2 in her 'Firefighters of Montana' series. It can be a read alone or be read as part of the series. The author takes us into the story about smokejumpers in Glacier Creek. Jacqui Edwards is returning home after losing her husband (he was a smokejumper) in order to put her affairs in order and be close to family. She is thrown when Vincent Kingston, Vin, becomes more than her her husbands best friend. After being friends for years they seem to have found a new appreciation for their relationship.


Review by Dottie - 5 Stars
The second book in series in Glacier creek about smokejumpers. In this book we meet Vin Kingston who after a failed marriage still stays in Glacier creek because of the love of his job and security it brings. He witness's his boss's death and so comes to the aid of his boss's wife Jacqui and he moves into her house to help her. She has a difficult time and decides the best thing to do is pick up and move so she goes to florida leaving Vin in her house. Realizing that the distance doesn't help she returns and so does the sizzle that was there for a while but denied by both. Vin feels guilty about having feeling for his late boss's wife, but Jac feels its time to accept what they feel for each other and see where it leads. A very lovely story about two hurting people, but the amazing chemistry between them has you immersed in an incredible love story of second chances. Love finds a way through the heartache and she finds there is love again right in front of them. Ms. Collins always writes fantastic stories and this is another example of her wonderful talent to heat up the pages of a book.

Smolder by Tracy Solheim (Firefighters of Montana #1)

Reviewed by Helen

This is a great start to a fabulous new series about smoke jumpers these guys are strong and determined they work hard and fast to stop fires and save lives and they are just what every girl needs in their lives if you can cope with the danger. This is from a new to me author Tracy Solheim and I loved it and will be looking out for more of her stories.

Ex Army ranger Sam Gaskill has arrived in Glacier Creek Montana from Texas to take on the captains role at the smoke jumpers he as arrived with his late wife's horse Tabitha and has her boarded at the local Whispering Breeze Ranch where he hopes that the owners can bring a wish to fruition for his wife and that is to have Tabitha win the finals at the quarter horse championships Sam has a lot of issues from his past and wants nothing more than to get on with his life but I think this is about to change when he meets Laurel Keenan daughter of the owners of the ranch the spark between them could start a fire.

Laurel Keenan is a single mum and lives at the ranch works hard she has been through what she thought was love with an champion snow boarder and getting involved with someone is not what she wants her life now evolves around her 5 year old son Tyson but she cannot deny the pull that she has when first meeting Sam but of course Laurel is known for speaking before she thinks and this has Sam on his toes. What is in store for Laurel will she be able to overcome her past and get on with the future?

This is a sizzling story for two people who had both been burnt in the past there is a lot of emotion flying of the pages and neither of them can deny this spark this lustful passion that shoots between them can they overcome their pasts together? This is really a beautifully written story that gives Sam and Laurel the chance to find love again it is fast paced emotional and a thoroughly enjoyable read that had me turning the pages I do highly recommend this one.

5/5 stars for a fabulous story

Expected publication: June 7th 2016 by Tule Publishing

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Review by Amanda

Sizzling, engrossing and angsty Smolder by Tracy Solheim should definitely be on your radar of novellas to read. The characters in this short and fast-paced story were well-drawn out and the author did a fine job building their individual back-stories without overpowering the readers. Sam and Lauren jumped off the pages. Their past relationships, their struggle, their growth—their overall personalities kept you interested until the end. This is a gem for readers who love short stories that sizzle!

Recommended
4 Stars

Review by TashNz - 5 stars

Although this is the 1st in the series, I read it second. I loved the symmetry between this book and number 2, for example a couple of things happened in book 2 from book 2's characters point of view and the same things happened in book 1 from book 1's point of view. I found that really interesting. Once you've read the two you'll know exactly what I mean.

I was just as invested as Book 1, Captain Sam is quite the character and very likeable. I liked the plot, his back story and his go get em no nonsense approach to all things. Laurel was quite the lucky girl I think!

Fantastic examples of smokejumpers and what they do to practice in season and off season, coming from NZ I knew nothing about these type of firefighters. I found the action side of the story great.

The reason I give this book 5 stars is because I loved the characters, I loved how the first two stories kind of merged in the right places and I loved that I was totally invested 100% early on in the piece. I also enjoyed the fast paced story line, the action and the characters and locations that were focal point in book 2 as well, I enjoyed the familiarity.

Totally recommend this read to everyone!


Review by Cheryl Steckling - 5 Stars

Having never read a book by Tracy Solheim I did not know what to expect. But now will keep my eyes open for me. She sold me over with this book. 

It of course takes place in Montana, Glacier Creek to be exact. Former Army Manger, Sam Gaskill is starting over since losing his wife and what better way but then moving out of Texas to Montana. 
There he boards his late wife’s horse and where that happens he meets Laurel Keenan. She is a champion horsewoman and she was going to leave the ranch and area however when her mother got sick and she herself got pregnant all those dreams vanished. She was there raising her son alone and leading a pretty quiet life, she also was taking classes. 

Sam already failed one wife with his being gone a lot with the Army and her death that he does not want to let his heart fall for another woman. Laurel does not want to risk her heart once again for a thrill seeker. She knows her son still wants her to be with his father and that is not happening as he has moved on to another gal. But fate has stepped in and they found each other. 

Will they last? As I said in the start this is an awesome book and can’t wait to read the rest in the Firefighters of Montana series. Enjoy as I did!!

Review by Alexia - 5 Stars

"Smolder" by Tracy Solheim is the first book in the 'Firefighters of Montana' series. We are introduced into the world of smokejumpers who are very sexy, and just regular guys too. Captain Sam Gaskill, former Army Ranger, relocating to Glacier Creek is leaving behind his memories in Texas. Laurel Keenan couldn't wait to leave town but is back because of her sick Mom. When Sam and Laurel meet the instant attraction is there, but there are also complications. Past memories, and Laurel is coming back already pregnant.

Review by Amanda - 4 Stars

Sizzling, engrossing and angsty Smolder by Tracy Solheim should definitely be on your radar of novellas to read. The characters in this short and fast-paced story were well-drawn out and the author did a fine job building their individual back-stories without overpowering the readers. Sam and Lauren jumped off the pages. Their past relationships, their struggle, their growth—their overall personalities kept you interested until the end. This is a gem for readers who love short stories that sizzle!


Review by Dottie - 5 Stars

A fantastic start to a new series called Firefighters of Montana. Sam Gaskill moves from Texas to Glacier Creek Montana to start over bring his late wife's horse with him. He lost his wife in a way that leaves him with a feeling of remorse. He was a skilled soldier and that kept him away from home more than his wife liked and so to ease her loneliness he bought her a palomino to occupy her time. Her desire was for the horse to be trained and enter a championship unfortunately she dies before she accomplishes this. In order to fulfill her wish he engages the help of Whispering Breeze ranch to have Tabitha trained. Laurel lives on the ranch with her son Tyson, and she has her hands full enough trying to help her son accept that her marriage to his dad is done. The last thing she needs is to get involved with a firefighter. Ms. Solheim takes two people both hurting in their own way and bringing them together to train a horse. The attractions is immediate but the fear of being hurt is strong. You will fall in love with little Tyson and his dog Oreo. Can these two find the love they deserve despite the fears they both have. You will have to read this lovely story to appreciate the wonderful writing of Ms. Solheim and fall a little in love with Sam also.