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Alaskan Fire (Guardians of the First Realm #1)
by
Sara King (Goodreads Author),
David King
Blaze MacKenzie is a freakishly-tall heiress who just discovered that her ‘parents’ actually found her abandoned as an infant in some bizarre human sacrifice in the woods. Along with that nasty little bit of information came a six hundred thousand dollar check, a strange golden feather, and the ability to move to the Alaska Bush and begin her dream-life living off the Grid...more
Kindle Edition, 544 pages
Published
January 30th 2012
by Amazon Digital Services
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I really enjoyed this, finding it to be a twist on the usual were-folk that are around. THe main character has issues due to the fact that she feels she is freakishly tall, with flame red (she calls it orange) hair, and orange eyes. She purchases a fishing lodge in the Alaskan wilderness, and hires someone who turns out to be a wereverine (this isn't a spoiler, its all in the first chapter or two!) He has an idea who she is, but doesn't say anything. If you know your mythology, then there are lo...more
Alaskan Fire
Blaze's Parents are now dead and she finds out things that she never knew, Like that she was adopted! Not in the usual way but found as a baby in ashes. Her parents leave her a Feather that she has no clue as to what and why. Money also was left to her.
She decides to follow her dream and open a Lodge in the Alaskan Wilderness. That will not be as easy as she thinks. Jack has claimed this bit of Wilderness as his own and he doesn't need a freakishly tall woman who won't take the hints...more
Blaze's Parents are now dead and she finds out things that she never knew, Like that she was adopted! Not in the usual way but found as a baby in ashes. Her parents leave her a Feather that she has no clue as to what and why. Money also was left to her.
She decides to follow her dream and open a Lodge in the Alaskan Wilderness. That will not be as easy as she thinks. Jack has claimed this bit of Wilderness as his own and he doesn't need a freakishly tall woman who won't take the hints...more
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I went into this book thinking it was paranormal romance but well, it isn't exactly that. We've got our heroine who decides to buy a hunting lodge in the middle of nowhere, Alaska. Her name is Blaze and not only is she 6 foot 4 but she's got glow in the dark hair. Then when she gets there, she finds her handyman, Jack, is somewhat freaky. The first third of the book is more about the heroine hopping into a major life change. Then we get some paranormal conflict and an idea that all isn't what it...more
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Blaze, a 6'4" flame-haired woman with a mysterious past and a passion for reclaiming our food supply from the clutches of big corporations who care more bout how long a food will last in transit than how healthy it is, buys a lodge in the Alaskan bush hoping to start her own business. With very few choices in knowledgeable, skilled natives to hire, Blaze's pretty muc...more
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Blaze, a 6'4" flame-haired woman with a mysterious past and a passion for reclaiming our food supply from the clutches of big corporations who care more bout how long a food will last in transit than how healthy it is, buys a lodge in the Alaskan bush hoping to start her own business. With very few choices in knowledgeable, skilled natives to hire, Blaze's pretty muc...more
Alaskan Fire… the name alone drew me into purchasing this book. Miss King did not disappoint me with her imagery of the unspoiled wilderness that this spectacular state is known for. The little things that she brought to life, such as Blaze’s reaction to the scenery during her flight in a small plane taking her to a life long dream “The Sleeping Lady Lodge” was similar to my first reaction to seeing Alaska. Most writers forget those tidbits that make the characters journey, your own.
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I don't know why I ended up reading this. Somewhere someone gave it high praise. For the life of me I can't figure out why. It's also long. I tried. I really tried. I read every page until I got about half way through and then I just started skimming so I could get to the end with a general idea of how it ends. I guess it pulled me in enough that I cared to know how it ended.
The author has talent but she needs a better editor to begin with. The story was long and drawn out. I had a problem with...more
The author has talent but she needs a better editor to begin with. The story was long and drawn out. I had a problem with...more
I stayed up the whole night, because it hooked me that much. Had to go to bed at 6am when I no longer could read the words on the screen... *ahem*
The story arc is interesting, as are the main characters, although I personally think some of the scenes were a bit dragged out, and some things felt a bit like *yeah yeah, you might not know that, but I certainly know something weird is going on, so stop hinting about it already* on the other hand I'm one of those who like to predict how the story go...more
The story arc is interesting, as are the main characters, although I personally think some of the scenes were a bit dragged out, and some things felt a bit like *yeah yeah, you might not know that, but I certainly know something weird is going on, so stop hinting about it already* on the other hand I'm one of those who like to predict how the story go...more
Wow, I have always wanted to roam up to Alaska. Who wouldn't be drawn to the wildness and the solitude it offers ? Then there are the dangers, many dangers. I love the way the author incorporated both the dangers and the bonuses of Alaskan life in her paranormal twisted tale of adventure and love. From the strange folks that have been known to live there to the weather and survival issues. She has us worried about getting the generators running while watching for the werewolf attack. She tells a...more
In the end, I thought it was marvelous. At first the characterizations felt very stiff and not at all 'real'. That changed over time as my suspension of disbelief grew to encompass a far deeper and well thought out world than I had imagined.
I can only characterize the relationship that grows between Jack and Blaze as "HOT".
I am six foot nine. So when Blaze is going on and on about her height issues, I knew where she was coming from. I wanted to tell her "baby, you are just right!". I found myse...more
I can only characterize the relationship that grows between Jack and Blaze as "HOT".
I am six foot nine. So when Blaze is going on and on about her height issues, I knew where she was coming from. I wanted to tell her "baby, you are just right!". I found myse...more
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I loved this book for so many reasons. It had the right mix of paranormal elements with everyday life. The characters continue to grow as the story moves along. While this was a romance, the author didn't focus on 'heat' to the point that the plot was lost in between the sheets. It was a slow and sweet romance with the paranormal element playing an important role. This book was more about the story versus steam. Don't get me wrong I love steam and there is plenty of that in the story but lately...more
Though I rarely read books about vampires, werewolves, shapeshifters, etc., I found this book quite enjoyable. Ms. King's take on werewolves were so much different than I anticipated or read about in the past or saw in any movie about werewolves, let alone a wereverine, which Ms. King did a great job of describing him. The main reason I wanted to read this book was because it is set in Alaska where I had been living for the past 10 years and just moved away from. Having worked in an office where...more
I met Sara King about four (or was it five?) years ago while I was participating on writing.com. I started reading the story she'd posted there entitled "Outer Bounds," or should I say part of a novel because it simply consisted of the first few chapters she'd been working on. I was immediately hooked, so much so that I almost cried when I reached the end of what she'd posted. When I discovered more about her, I was absolutely astonished that she hadn't been picked up by a big-time publisher, ev...more
I really wish we could give half stars because I would put this at 4.5 stars.
The first 50% of the book was a five star for me. I loved the inner dialogue going on inside Blaze and Jack. It made me laugh out loud as did their banter back and forth. The story moved at good clip as well.
It was about the 50% mark that the inner dialogue became less and we got caught up in the werewolves/Amber side of the tale. I thought it was dragged out and the story slowed a bit for me. This is where it dropped...more
The first 50% of the book was a five star for me. I loved the inner dialogue going on inside Blaze and Jack. It made me laugh out loud as did their banter back and forth. The story moved at good clip as well.
It was about the 50% mark that the inner dialogue became less and we got caught up in the werewolves/Amber side of the tale. I thought it was dragged out and the story slowed a bit for me. This is where it dropped...more
There is so much to say about this book that I do not even know where to start. First of all, the book has two characters that are hard not to like eventually. There was good character development with the two main characters ant it made me fall in love with them because I first I did not like either one at all. Blaze felt like she was needy and weak and Jack felt like, well, an asshole. After they started to come together and learn from each other, the story blossomed from there. I am not going...more
This book was a total riot. I laughed myself to tears, thrilled along for the ride, felt my hackles go up more than ones and a few times even put it down with goose bumps on my arms. I would have to say, while not Sara's single, most stunning piece of work, this one is still a step above the rest. On par with Orson Scott Card in my humble book, but I am just a reader, so far... what would I know.
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And yes, I DID finish this book two days before it was published. It is good to know your authors a...more
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And yes, I DID finish this book two days before it was published. It is good to know your authors a...more
I'm not going to re-hash the plot here because the book summary on Amazon is both accurate and sufficient.
I did my best to read this book in one night, but it's satisfyingly long and my stamina eventually failed me at about 5am. The tension between Blaze and Jack was beautifully written and there some great plot twists. Every time I thought it couldn't get better, it did. I really, really didn't want to put it down till I found out how the story panned out, and when I did finish, I wished I'd ma...more
I did my best to read this book in one night, but it's satisfyingly long and my stamina eventually failed me at about 5am. The tension between Blaze and Jack was beautifully written and there some great plot twists. Every time I thought it couldn't get better, it did. I really, really didn't want to put it down till I found out how the story panned out, and when I did finish, I wished I'd ma...more
Always great to read a book that has a solid dose of creativity. This first book of a series creates a world with great characters, different beliefs/cultures, humor...........Only downgrade for me is the moments that were written like a Harlequin romance novel.
I in some ways preferred author's Wings of Retribution novel, but this book only reinforces my belief that this is a very talented author who I greatly look forward to reading more of her creations.
I in some ways preferred author's Wings of Retribution novel, but this book only reinforces my belief that this is a very talented author who I greatly look forward to reading more of her creations.
I am not a Romance Novel fan! After reading Sara Kings other tales, I decided to take a chance on the (Guardians of The First Realm)series. I am SO glad I did. This rollicking romp in the Alaskan bush Starts with a Splash, there is never a dull moment. It is an adventure I am really thrilled that I went along on with Jack and Blaze! WHAT is Jack?? Who is Blaze?? Even if you thought you did not like "urban fantasy/paranormal romance" this Tale will keep you reading and loving it!!
I Love Paranormal. I have never read this Author. I am so glad I did.
The whole premise of this book was so far out there yet the way Ms. King wrote the storyline made it so believable and wonderful.
This storyline draws the reader right in. You will love every minute of it.
I want to go live in the Alaskan Wildernesses, maybe I will find my soul mate I wonder what he will be. But then again there are so many bad Others. I mean this is their home and they will protect it. So many have lived here fa...more
The whole premise of this book was so far out there yet the way Ms. King wrote the storyline made it so believable and wonderful.
This storyline draws the reader right in. You will love every minute of it.
I want to go live in the Alaskan Wildernesses, maybe I will find my soul mate I wonder what he will be. But then again there are so many bad Others. I mean this is their home and they will protect it. So many have lived here fa...more
this book was a really tremendous book. I enjoyed the new idea of the story. this book was really funny and I loved all the characters even if some of them were the bad guys. it had lots of twists and turns that keep you up late at night. I recommend this book to readers andhope you enjoy it as I have. now I just bought the second book Alaskan fury and ill be back to tell you how that goes. (stay tuned)
I was able to obtain this book during a promotional day so it was literally a dollar. After reading it I would have paid more, and did for the Fury. This book is crudely funny with sarcasm, intellectual showdowns, oh...and a few 'critters' running around. I'm from the south and I was able to imagine southern people when the dealings of the main two characters came to head. A riot!
I don't give many reviews this may be my third or fourth review on different books... All I can say is I don't know what Sara King is drinking, smoking or eating to come up with these stories but what ever she is doing I hope she doesn't stop! I have the most fun reading her books they just take you away from everything earthly and take you to a whole new world! They are very creative, exciting, and a fast read but I never want them to end. Thus far this is my favorite of her books that I have r...more
This was a real interesting book with lots of paranormal happening. Blaze the red headed 6'4' "amazon" and Jack the wereverine are the center of the story. Blaze is other worldly but doesn't know it. Blaze has moved to the bush to start a farm and lodge and finds out that is also where the other worldly folks live too. There are fae, werewolves, djinni, a thunderbird and more.
I stumbled upon this book by accident & was attracted to it by the title. I was skeptical before starting, mainly because I was judging the book by the cover--I was wrong. What a fun, witty, creative story. Blaze & Jack's characters developed at a great pace and the story never grew old. I found myself falling in love with Runt. I wish I had a little annoying friend like him. I'm looking forward to reading what King has in store for her readers in book #2. I wish her much success on the...more
Too funny! Loved getting to know Blaze (the Yeti)and Jack (the Weazel) and all the other things that go "bump" in the woods! Sara King's imagination is awesome. This paranormal tale is so different from others that it kept me guessing and wondering where it would lead next. A pleasant departure from other paranormal reads. Enjoyed all 544 pages of this one!
3.5 stars
Funny, annoying, heart-wrenching tale about a very unlikely couple. It's a great story; gritty and realistic, sweet and sexy, milk-snorting through the nose funny--AND in desperate need of editing. Simply put, some scenes just go on way too long, like three pages instead of a paragraph or two, and need shortening and tightening to really let them shine.
Funny, annoying, heart-wrenching tale about a very unlikely couple. It's a great story; gritty and realistic, sweet and sexy, milk-snorting through the nose funny--AND in desperate need of editing. Simply put, some scenes just go on way too long, like three pages instead of a paragraph or two, and need shortening and tightening to really let them shine.
This is honestly one of the best books I've read for fun in a while. Its approach to the paranormal was different and refreshing, mostly because of the humor. I laughed out loud frequently while enjoying the book, and look forward to reading more from this brilliant author. Way to go, Sara!
Simply one of the best fantasy romance I have ever read. Well written, humourous with a plot that unfolds slowly but at the same pace with character depth growing. Wow! I will for sure look for the others works of Sara King. Well done!!
I loved this book, from the unusual lead characters, Blaze a 6´4 amazonian heroine and Jack a 6,000 year old werewolf. The sexual tension was very cleverly built up in the beautifully described surrounding of Alaska.
looking forward to the next installment.
Kim
looking forward to the next installment.
Kim
Not too bad at all. I would have loved a little more sexual situations, the one was well written, descriptive, and hot. The only real down side of this book was the lag that I felt in the last few chapters. Otherwise, pleased with it.
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After a long, twisted road, Alaskan Fury is my 15th book. The rest (aside from the first five or so ‘practice books’) spent the last 3-6 years languishing on my hard drive as I waited for some really cool editor at a big, traditional publishing house to notice me. It didn’t happen, even with a world-famous agent doing his damnedest to get my books out there.
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