MY REVIEW:

The action and suspense builds in the fifth installment of the Chasing Fire: Montana series. Fire Line  finds the Jude County firefighting team facing the growing threat of wildfire along with an arson attack that destroyed most of their headquarters. Nova Burns hopes to be chosen as the new crew chief but a growing attraction to crew member Booth Wilder has her having second thoughts. But Booth is hiding something so her feelings are conflicted.

Dangerous men are at work in the wilderness and one is determined to get revenge for his brother’s death. They are also looking for the same man Booth is trying to find so time is of the essence. Danger is around every corner and survival is questionable.

As always, I appreciated the interaction between imperfect characters whose attempts to do the right thing was admirable. More clues were added to the mystery that has tracked through every book of the series. Although I am anxious for a resolution, I dread the end of this series.

If you are a lover of adventure-suspense novels, Fire Line may be just the book for you. I would highly recommend beginning with book one to get the entire story.

I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by Sunrise Publishing. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.

ABOUT THE BOOK:

?SECRETS. BETRAYAL. SACRIFICE.
THIS TIME, THEY’RE NOT JUST FIGHTING FIRE.

An original series created by bestselling authors Susan May Warren and Lisa Phillips.

She was born to be a smokejumper…

As the niece of a legendary smokejumper, Nova Burns is tough as nails. When their crew chief Tucker Newman breaks his leg, Nova longs for the opportunity to helm the team, ready to take risks and prove herself. But there’s one risk she refuses to take—falling in love.

He’s living a lie

Undercover Homeland agent Booth Wilder is seeking redemption. Scarred by a past explosion that took the life of his partner, Booth is hunting a rogue CIA faction known as the Brotherhood. Now, he’s determined to uncover their secrets and find a hidden nuclear weapon that could turn the world to ash.

Only problem…summer sparks have ignited between Booth and Nova. Nova is torn between her future as the smokejumping chief, her growing attraction to Booth, and the belief that he’s hiding something from her. Of course he is…Booth is hiding his true goal—unrooting the Brotherhood and returning to his life as a Homeland Security agent, a life that he’s not sure he really wants.

Then the wildfire threatens the home of the Jude County Firefighting team, and Nova doesn’t care what secrets he might be hiding—she needs everyone to save the town. But when the Brotherhood discovers Booth and his goals, the fight becomes personal. Now, Booth must choose between accomplishing his mission and saving the woman he’s come to love.

It’s a dangerous game of loyalty, betrayal, and pulse-pounding action in the fifth installment of the Chasing Fire: Montana series.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Kate Angelo is a Publishers Weekly Bestselling Romantic Suspense author, minister, and public speaker from Southwest Missouri who works alongside her husband championing stronger marriages and families through their nonprofit. As Mom to 5 adult children, she’s fluent in both sarcasm and eye rolls. Kate is a coffee addict, tech enthusiast, productivity guru, expert knitter, summer lake fanatic, prayer warrior, dog lover, avid reader, and a known klutz—just ask her doctor. Having aged out of foster care, Kate brings a unique perspective to her writing, breathing life into flawed characters who find hope and healing amidst danger. Subscribe to her newsletter to hear about her pet lion at https://kateangelo.com/.

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MY REVIEW:

So many secrets! It seems like every character might have one or more. A son whose father doesn’t know exists and they’ve actually been working together. A serious health problem the father is determined to keep hidden from his daughter and everyone else if he can. Not only that but he has secret plans on how he intends to handle things. Of course all the secrets will eventually come out as Charlie and Jayne are reunited as a wildfire threatens the fire camp she runs. Will Charlie find a new reason to live? That is if they all manage to survive the fire as well as dangerous men with evil intentions.

Tension and danger mount with each new installment of the Chasing Fire: Montana series. Firestorm amps it up another notch with not only danger and suspense but intense human emotions exhibited by the characters themselves. Plenty of action kept me turning the pages as I hoped for the best. I enjoyed how bits and pieces of the mystery have been revealed over the course of the series and am eager to learn the outcome – even if I hate for the series to end.

I am thankful that I have had a chance to read and review the books of this series and hope that other readers will also give them a chance. I don’t think they will be disappointed.

I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by JustReads Publicity. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.

ABOUT THE BOOK:

Series: Chasing Fire #4 Publisher: Sunrise Publishing Release Date: July 30, 2024 Genre: Romantic Suspense

SECRETS. BETRAYAL. SACRIFICE.
THIS TIME, THEY’RE NOT JUST FIGHTING FIRE.
An original series created by bestselling authors Susan May Warren and Lisa Phillips.

He thought his life was over…and then she walked back in.

Charlie Benning has always been a rescuer—first with the Last Chance County Fire and Rescue team, and now as a firefighter with the Jude County Hotshots. But this summer isn’t about saving lives—it’s about hiding his own terrible secret. A secret he’s keeping from his estranged daughter, Alexis.

But fate is about to intervene.

Will their secrets destroy their second chance?

Jayne Price raised her son, Orion, on her own just fine, thank you. And now, she runs Wildlands Academy, a summer camp that teaches kids how to fight forest fires and confront their own teenage angst—kids like Alexis Benning, who clearly has a chip on her shoulder about her semi-estranged, firefighter father.

And Jayne has her own issues, like not wanting her only son to join the elite smokejumping corps. It’s enough that he’s risking his life as a hotshot on the Jude County team.

Then the wildfire turns its force onto the camp and suddenly the hotshots show up to help her fight it. Only problem…the last person she expects is for her former flame, Charlie Benning—the man she can’t forget—to show up working alongside her son.

Rather, his son.

Who he doesn’t know exists.

And then Charlie discovers the secret she’s been keeping, and he’s torn between anger and the long-simmering love that refuses to die. And Jayne isn’t about to let go of the man she loves a second time. But if the blazing wildfire isn’t enough, a dangerous and relentless killer is on the prowl in the woods…

Now, with the camp cut off from the outside world and the fire closing in, it’s a race against time as Charlie, Jayne, Orion, and a team of courageous smokejumpers join forces to protect the campers against a merciless inferno and a murderer. But the biggest threat of all might be Charlie’s devastating secret that could destroy the happy ending they’ve waited for so long.

Prepare for an edge-of-your-seat journey that will leave you breathless until the very last page, in book four of the Chasing Fire: Montana series.

Purchase a copy of Firestorm or any of the Chasing Fire: Montana series at Sunrise Publishing or your preferred bookstore.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Lisa Phillips is a USA Today and top ten Publishers Weekly bestselling author of over 50 books that span Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense line, independently published series romantic suspense, and thriller novels. She’s discovered a penchant for high-stakes stories of mayhem and disaster where you can find made-for-each-other love that always ends in happily ever after.

Lisa is a British ex-pat who grew up an hour outside of London and attended Calvary Chapel Bible College, where she met her husband. He’s from California, but nobody’s perfect. It wasn’t until her Bible College graduation that she figured out she was a writer (someone told her). As a worship leader for Calvary Chapel churches in her local area, Lisa has discovered a love for mentoring new ministry members and youth worship musicians. Find out more at www.authorlisaphillips.com.

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Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for Where Trees Touch the Sky by Karen Barnett hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

MY REVIEW:

I have always enjoyed Karen Barnett’s books that give her readers a glimpse of the history of our National Parks. Where Trees Touch the Sky was a welcome addition to my library. A split time novel, the narrative tells the stories of a modern park ranger and her aunt who played a role in establishing the Redwood National  Park.

Rich in details, the book portrays the battle between big lumber companies and the conservationists who wanted to save the giant trees. Marion was dedicated to saving the forest but her romance with the son of a lumber mill owner forced her to make choices that would change her life. Years later, her niece Jane became a ranger in the National Park that was partially established due to Marion’s efforts. Handicapped by a bout with polio, Jane is determined to prove herself capable. Her pride in her aunt leads her to a joint effort to produce a film about Marion’s life that reveals secrets Marion would rather keep hidden.

Where Trees Touch the Sky is an enjoyable read filled with imperfect characters who nevertheless desire to be their best. It is a tale of perseverance, dedication, and faith with a touch of romance in both eras. A surprise or two should please most readers of this inspirational story.

I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by JustReads Publicity. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.

ABOUT THE BOOK:

Title: Where Trees Touch the Sky Series: National Parks Author: Karen Barnett Publisher: Kregel Release Date: August 13, 2024 Genre: Christian Fiction, Dual Timeline

Some secrets have shadows as long as the redwoods are tall.

In the early 1920s, the accelerating destruction of the California redwoods is more than nature-loving Marion Baker can bear. Throwing herself headlong into the work of the Save the Redwoods League, she is shocked to learn that Frank Duncan, a man she’s grown to love, is the son of one of the area’s worst timber barons. Though devastated by the betrayal, she realizes this could also be an opportunity–if only she can convince him to help preserve her favorite grove from his father’s greedy grasp. Is her love strong enough to persuade him to save these precious trees? Or will Marion choose to sacrifice her beliefs to keep Frank by her side?

Nearly fifty years later, in 1972, polio survivor June Turner is deeply proud of the legacy her great aunt Marion has left as a redwood warrior. And despite her disability, June is determined to prove herself capable as a ranger at the recently established Redwood National Park, even if it means taking to the trails with her crutch in hand. What better way to carry on the family tradition of preserving God?s magnificent creation?

When aspiring film student Adam Garner approaches June to help make a documentary about Marion’s life, she swiftly grabs the opportunity to spread her aunt’s worthy reputation. That is, until they unearth a secret that might shatter the family legacy. In the scramble for answers, June may lose not only her family pride but also her own dreams.

Karen Barnett’s beautifully crafted split-time novel, set against the majestic backdrop of a beloved national park, immerses the reader in history that feels as fresh as if it happened yesterday.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Karen Barnett is the award-winning author of eight novels including When Stone Wings Fly and The Vintage National Parks Novels. A former national park ranger, she’s also a hobby photographer and enjoys teaching writing workshops with both Cascade Christian Writers and West Coast Christian Writers. She and her family live in Albany, Oregon.

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MY REVIEW:

I have read several books by Heather Day Gilbert and enjoyed them all. Queen of Hearts is more of a psychological suspense tale than the others but  wow, what a story!

In it best-selling romantic suspense novelist Alexandra Dubois is haunted by a stalker. When things escalate Alexandra finally agrees to hide out at the remote cabin offered by her editor. Strange events continue at the cabin that cause Alexandra to doubt her sanity and wonder if her stalker has found her again.

Queen of Hearts is masterfully crafted with so many twists and surprises as well as mounting suspense with each page that I couldn’t put it down. I honestly was astonished by the revelation at the end. I thought Alexandra’s character was well rounded and found her autistic actions to be quite believable.

If you enjoy psychological suspense, please take a chance on Queen of Hearts. I believe you will not be disappointed.

I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by Netgalley. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Heather Day Gilbert, an RWA Daphne du Maurier Award winner and 2-time ECPA Christy Award finalist, enjoys writing contemporary mysteries with unpredictable twists, much like the Agatha Christie books she read growing up. She also writes Viking historicals. Her novels feature small towns, family relationships, and women who aren’t afraid to protect those they love. Find out more at heatherdaygilbert.com.