Ride the Fire (Blakewell/Kenleigh Family Trilogy, #3)

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Ride the Fire (Blakewell/Kenleigh Family Trilogy #3)

by Pamela Clare (Goodreads Author)

4.33 of 5 stars 4.33 · rating details · 945 ratings · 141 reviews

There was only one rule on the frontier—survival. So when a wounded, buckskin-clad stranger appeared at the door of her isolated cabin, Elspeth Stewart felt no qualms about disarming him and then tying him to her bed. Newly widowed and expecting her first child, she had to protect herself at all costs. And Nicholas Kenleigh threatened not only her safety, but her peace of...more

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Published March 6th 2005 by Leisure

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Feb 06, 2013 Kristen rated it 5 of 5 stars

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IT'S FINALLY HERE! The release of Pamela Clare's Ride the Fire with the much anticipated epilogue. Woohoo! I've waited a whole year to read the epilogue to my all-time favorite historical romance. What's even better...the book is now offered in e-format. Life just doesn't get better than that!

Huge 5+ stars

Once again Pamela Clare has left me in awe and thoroughly entertained. Ride the Fire is one of those books that not only draws the reader in right from the start, but also holds their attention...more IT'S FINALLY HERE! The release of Pamela Clare's Ride the Fire with the much anticipated epilogue. Woohoo! I've waited a whole year to read the epilogue to my all-time favorite historical romance. What's even better...the book is now offered in e-format. Life just doesn't get better than that!

Huge 5+ stars

Once again Pamela Clare has left me in awe and thoroughly entertained. Ride the Fire is one of those books that not only draws the reader in right from the start, but also holds their attention to the very end. It not only delves into the historical aspects of the Pontiac’s Rebellion, but also into the darker parts of the human psyche, leaving the reader with a renewed sense of optimism in the resilience of the human soul.

Of all Ms. Clare’s books I’ve read, I felt Ride the Fire is her most heart-wrenching, yet uplifting story. I experienced emotions ranging from elation, to empathy, to horror. The book deals with the reality and consequences of mental, physical, and sexual assault - for Nicholas during war and for Bethie growing up.

The novel begins with Nicholas Kenleigh, a tracker in Washington’s Forces, being captured and held prisoner by the Wyandot Indians. He is brutally tortured and kept alive for the selfish desires of the Chief’s daughter (for breeding purposes!). He is forced to watch the two young men he took under his wing slowly burned to death over the course of a few days. Eventually he escapes and returns home a bitter and changed man. No longer comfortable around his family, he leaves to become a trapper in the wilderness. After six long years full of apathy and loneliness, a wounded Nicholas stumbles upon a small cabin, where a very pregnant, very beautiful, and very alone Bethie lives.

Elspeth Stewart “Bethie” is a young, newly widowed, eight-months-pregnant woman living alone on the frontier when Nicholas happens upon her. Holding her at gun point, he forces her to care for his wound. While aiding him, Bethie drugs his whisky and ties him to the bed, hoping to protect herself and her unborn child. Smart girl! Loved that part. Soon a truce is formed, with Bethie allowing Nicholas to stay until he’s fully healed. Nicholas, in return, offers his protection and help with the more strenuous chores. It isn’t long before Nicholas realizes that Bethie has also been abused. Slowly the two develop a sweet and tender friendship that eventually turns to an erotically passionate love.

The birth of Isabelle was my favorite scene in the book and the turning point for these two damaged and lovable characters. It isn’t often I cry when reading an emotional story; however, I found myself teary eyed during this segment of the story. It was emotionally, tenderly, and beautifully written. The moment I finished the book, I quickly went back and read this segment again. That’s how much I loved it.

What I love most about this book is the message that love has the power to heal. Ride the Fire is one of the most beautiful, tender, powerful, triumph-of-the-soul love stories I’ve read.

Pamela Clare is definitely in a class all her own when it comes to writing historical romance books full of strong memorable characters, engaging tight plots, scorching sensuality, and powerful love stories.

I highly recommend this book.(less)

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Feb 05, 2013 UniquelyMoi *Dhestiny* BlithelyBookish rated it 5 of 5 stars

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Ride the Fire is one of the most amazing historical romances ever written. Today, February 5th, 2013, it's been re-released with new content, and an epilogue. I never imagined this story could get any better, but it just did! And, it's in ebook for the first time!

Congratulations, Pamela. I know how much this story means to you. You're an incredible lady, and your fans are so, so happy for you!

The new cover:

Now, stop what you're doing, get this book and prepare yourself to meet Nicholas Kenlei...more

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Mar 12, 2013 Buggy rated it 5 of 5 stars

Recommended to Buggy by: Shawna and others

Shelves: hist-rom, scars-r-sexy, shelf-11, tortured-hero, war, colonial-frontier

Opening Line: "Nicholas leaned back in the wooden tub, closed his eyes, let the hot water soak the chill from his bones."

Well, that's it I'm no longer a Pamela Clare virgin. Although I may just become an addict now. And lucky me, I have SO much good reading to look forward to.

This was easily one of the best historical romances I've read. Now I know why everyone keeps recommending Pamela Clare. I just can't seem to bring myself back from the frontier of 1763, nor do I want to, and then there’s N...more Opening Line: "Nicholas leaned back in the wooden tub, closed his eyes, let the hot water soak the chill from his bones."

Well, that's it I'm no longer a Pamela Clare virgin. Although I may just become an addict now. And lucky me, I have SO much good reading to look forward to.

This was easily one of the best historical romances I've read. Now I know why everyone keeps recommending Pamela Clare. I just can't seem to bring myself back from the frontier of 1763, nor do I want to, and then there’s Nicholas... Sigh

There isn’t much I can say really that hasn’t been said already, Ride The Fire is an epic read, with characters that will stay with you long after you’ve finished. By the end I couldn’t believe how far they’d come and what they’d been through. And the detail paid to historical accuracy here is simply amazing. Down to the smallest of facts, including actual soldiers, battles, forts, and sieges. You’ll have no trouble being transported away and imagining yourself there. And how fun was the inclusion of “Ben” in the closing chapters?

In regards to the romance (big sigh) Bethie and Nicholas are just perfect; with a realistic, slow building love forming between two equally wounded souls. I love a tortured hero and Nicholas is about as good as it gets without being a bully (as most tend to come off before they fall in love) and I appreciated how his dark secrets weren’t given away all at once either. I was on pins waiting to hear exactly what had taken place after he was tortured and why he continued to live amongst the Wyandot. Surprisingly though it wasn’t his brutal torture but the scene where he drops to his knees in front of his mother and begs forgiveness that got to me. There were no TSTL moments on the heroine’s part here, no dumb misunderstandings to plod through or exaggerated conflict it was all just beautifully done.

I should also mention that while this is the third part of a trilogy I read it as a stand alone with no problems whatsoever. I have of course just ordered the first two books because I can’t seem to find anything else to read that even comes close to capturing the magic I found here. Cheers
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Jan 25, 2011 Karla rated it 5 of 5 stars

5+++ Stars! AMAZING!

I read this book first, not realizing that this was part of a trilogy. I wasn't to much into historical romance at the time, but this one changed my mind, boy did it ever!! One of the best books that I have ever read. It is my number one comfort read! I could read it a million times and it just never gets old! Pamela Clare does it all and does it best.

One day I will I will give this book the proper review it deserves, and it deserves nothing but the best!

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Nov 24, 2008 Auntee rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: Everyone who loves a powerful historical romance

Recommended to Auntee by: Kathrynn, Melissab

Shelves: keepers, made_me_cry, historical-romance-american, husband-worthy_hero

Words can not adequately describe how much I enjoyed this amazing book--to me, it was just awesome! At times it was so emotional, it had me tearing up. And then the graphic scenes of violence had me tearing up, dying inside for the hero and heroine and all that they went through. And the beautiful love scenes had me tearing up. And the fighting scenes and the arduous trek to Fort Pitt while trying to avoid the Indians had me gripping my chair and biting my nails. This was just one big fat emotio...more Words can not adequately describe how much I enjoyed this amazing book--to me, it was just awesome! At times it was so emotional, it had me tearing up. And then the graphic scenes of violence had me tearing up, dying inside for the hero and heroine and all that they went through. And the beautiful love scenes had me tearing up. And the fighting scenes and the arduous trek to Fort Pitt while trying to avoid the Indians had me gripping my chair and biting my nails. This was just one big fat emotional read for me, and at times I was just rung out!

I won't get into the plot, because the synopsis handles it just fine. Just know that it takes place around the time of the French and Indian war, late 1750- early 1760s, largely around western PA, and what later became Pittsburgh. Perhaps this was an added bonus for me, since I am from the area, and recognized a lot of the historical names and places. It's obvious the author did her homework, and when the H/H (Nicholas and Bethie) were trying to flee from her frontier home to the relative safety of Fort Pitt, I had my map out plotting their course!

The hero, Nicholas, is one of those to-die-for heroes. Strong, sexy, incredibly brave and oh-so-gentle with the emotionally scarred Bethie. And he had to be one of the most tortured (literally) heroes that I've read about in a long time. What he went through both physically and mentally just about tore my heart out. Boy, did this guy ever deserve a HEA!

And Bethie was no slouch either. Although she started out incredibly naive, every experience she went through just made her stronger and stronger. And even though she had her own emotional scars to deal with, she somehow found a way to keep plugging along and not give up on life. She was a heroine I admired more and more with each page I read.

And Nicholas and Bethie together? Let me tell you it was worth the long wait! Although technically they weren't 'together' until about the 3/4 mark of the book, there's lots and lots of sexual tension that leads up to the big moment(s), more than enough to keep the reader satisfied. I love how the author handled their romantic scenes, having Nicholas help Bethie overcome all her fears and misconceptions about sex. It was just beautifully done, and very erotic too. They were an ideal match for each other--physically and emotionally.

So if you're a fan of historicals set in Colonial America, I urge you to try this book. If you can get past the graphic violence in the prologue, you will be richly rewarded as this beautiful love story between two wounded souls plays out. I think Pamela Clare outdid herself with this compelling romance. This was one of the best historicals I've ever read, so it's easy to say "Five big stars"!(less)

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Nov 28, 2011 ✿Alyssa✿ rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: EVERYONE!

Shelves: favorites, pamela-clare, historical-romance

To sum it up: There was only one rule on the frontier- Survival. So when a wounded, buckskin-clad stranger appeared at the door of her isolated cabin, Elspeth Stewart felt no qualms about disarming him and then tying him to her bed. Newly widowed and expecting her first child, she had to protect herself at all costs. And Nicholas Kenleigh threatened not only her safety, but her peace of mind.

The terrible scars on his body spoke of a tortured past, but his gentle touch and burning gaze awoke lon...more

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Sep 22, 2010 Kathrynn rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: Colonial Romance Enthusiasts

Shelves: own, 2008, romance-historical, theme-colonial_frontier, favorites, hot, 2009, reviewed, theme-hero_heartthrob, theme-pregnancy, 2010

First read: November 15, 2008

Loved it! This is book #3 in the Blakewell/Kenleigh series and other than a few references to some of the other characters in the series and the last chapter of reunions (that had me in tears), this book could be read as a stand alone...fyi.

NOTE: Nicholas Kenleigh is the first son of Alec and Cassie from the first book in this series. Jamie (from book #2) is in this one, but a very minor role.

This one reminded me a lot of the movie Last of the Mohicans. Lots of acti...more

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Feb 03, 2011 Lynsey A rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: baby, books-i-own, historical-romance, pregnancy, 2011-reads, heroine-traumatic-past, abused-heroine, hero-tortured-past, part-of-a-series, made-me-cry

*sighs* I can't believe I am done with all of Pamela Clare's historicals. What a great writer! She brings every book to life and makes you feel every emotion that the H/h experience.

This one was a tough read, especially in the beginning. What Nicholas experienced was terrible to read about and almost impossible to imagine. This book was about two tortured souls who find each other. Nicholas and Bethie were mirror images of each other in what they suffered. Although, it seemed that Nicholas was t...more

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Aug 14, 2009 KatLynne rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: Those who love a well written, intense Historical Romance.

Shelves: g-historical-romance, smokin-hot-steamy, part-of-a-series, keeper, favorite-treasures, american-frontier, french-indian-war, hero-to-die-for, heroine-i-loved, colonial-america, highlander, intensely-emotional, 2009-reads, hero-favorite-smokin-hot-sexay, desert-island-a-must

5++++++++++++++
A Masterpiece! My favorite in this series..I loved it so very much. I don't have the words to write a reveiw that would do justice to this amazing read. It is easily one of my fav all time Historicals.

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Apr 17, 2013 Mo rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
I love thee to the depth and breadth and height
My soul can reach, when feeling out of sight
For the ends of Being and ideal Grace.
I love thee to the level of everyday's
Most quiet need, by sun and candlelight.
I love thee freely, as men might strive for Right;
I love thee purely, as they turn from Praise.
I love thee with the passion put to use
In my old griefs, and with my childhood's faith.
I love thee with a love I seemed to lose
With my lost saint...more

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May 23, 2012 Leslie rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: favorites, historic, steamy, romance

Another Pamela Clare book I had a hard time putting down! Good writing, great storyline and tourtored souls...what more could a reader want? I enjoy this era of time being an Outlander fan, it's obvious that Clare has done her research. Her words draw you in and don't let go until the very end. I just wish all male characters could be like Nicholas: Strong, brave, respectful even chivalrous, wrapped up in a handsome, ripped masculine form. (It only happens in books, dang it!)

This story is about...more

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Apr 26, 2010 Zeek rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: favorites-all-time, hist-rom-colonial, hist-rom, favorite-author, alpha-hero, favorite-hero, romance, own

Set in the American frontier during the French and Indian war, the hero, Nicholas Kenleigh, lives in the wild after escaping the savage Wynadot tribe who held him captive for years.

Years later, after being wounded by a bunch of marauding trappers, Nicholas comes across our spunky heroine, Elspeth Stewart, and basically forces her to take him in.

Left alone and heavily pregnant after her husband died months before, Bethie doesn't want to trust the mysterious man who showed up at her door, but Chri...more

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Apr 09, 2009 Lady Danielle aka The Book Huntress rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: abused, action-adventure, american-setting, alpha-hero, angsty-read, colonial-america, favorites, frontier, hero-to-die-for, historical-romance, native-american, owned-copy, part-of-a-series, widow

I'd probably give this one 4.5 stars. I thought it really was an excellent book, but the whole confict between the Native Americans and the settlers is just heartwrenching. I think the characters in this book were driven to their brink in many ways. It was so well-written and I loved it, but because the tragic elements hit so close to home, and this affected my enjoyment factor, it's hard to give it five stars.

There are incidents that occur in this book that I found downright disturbing. Maybe...more I'd probably give this one 4.5 stars. I thought it really was an excellent book, but the whole confict between the Native Americans and the settlers is just heartwrenching. I think the characters in this book were driven to their brink in many ways. It was so well-written and I loved it, but because the tragic elements hit so close to home, and this affected my enjoyment factor, it's hard to give it five stars.

There are incidents that occur in this book that I found downright disturbing. Maybe I'm too sensitive, or I read it on a week where my life stress level was too high, but I found it hard to get past some of that.

I take the whole Native American situation deeply personal, partly because that is part of my heritage, but also because I hate persecution and unfairness. I can totally see what drove the Natives to fight back so hard against the settlers, but I can never condone the murder of innocent people on either side. History is brutal and tragic, and it shows that humanity does not have the best motivations. Again and again we see nations and civilizations conquered by cultures that are more powerful in an integral way that allows them to decimate the so-called "weaker culture." It is something that I do not like facing, but unescapable. It's one of the reasons I love historical romance, but at times it is hard to deal with in the scope of a book about a romantic relationship between a couple.

I do love that Clare always presented a balanced perspective. She didn't make the Natives always the good guy and she didn't make the settlers always the bad guys. There were atrocities committed on both sides, as she is unflinching in describing some of those acts in this book.

I found Nicholas and Bethie both to be characters I liked, admired, and wished well for. They were both strong survivors who had gone through hell and back. What they suffered in their lives was almost too much to deal with at times. I love angst, so don't get me wrong, but probably I just read this during the wrong few days where my angst tolerance level was lower. Nicholas was just a delicious hero. I couldn't get enough of him, but I like that he wasn't a perfect, plaster saint. He didn't always do the right thing, although he was deeply principled in his own way. Survival had motivated him for so long, but when it came down to it, his moral compass did not forsake him.

I am curious about Nicholas' parents and his young uncle Jamie, so I hope to read Sweet Release and Carnal Gift soon. Clare definitely is an author that I want to read more of.(less)

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Aug 17, 2011 TJ rated it 4 of 5 stars

Aw Pamela, you can tell a love story like no other! *sigh* Although this is not one of my favorites of the Clare clan, it is still a signature heart-stopping, can't put down, tears in your eyes, sigh worthy love story. Elspeth and Nicholas are both deeply scarred, yet believable and compassionate human beings. One can't help but fall in love right along with them. The scenes are real, sometimes uncomfortably so and the steam is intense, more than I usually like, but for a story-driven fan like m...more

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Dec 02, 2008 Christel rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: any historical romance reader

Wow just Wow!! Words cannot describe this book. Just you have to read it yourself and give it your own interpretation. Just, Whew I am speechless. Just if you enjoy Historical romance get this book. I cannot wait till I can read the rest of them

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Apr 27, 2012 Aestas Book Blog rated it 4 of 5 stars

“Men who hurt Women are my favorite men to kill. Touch her and I'll send you straight to hell - with a smile on my face!” ~Nicholas

This is the first real historical romance novel that I've read (not counting the big epic ones). It came highly recommended to me as a touching romance and it was.

Bethie is a woman 8 months old pregnant with the child of her newly-deceased older husband that her family married her off to. Nicholas is from a wealthy family but currently living as a soldier/trapper/...more “Men who hurt Women are my favorite men to kill. Touch her and I'll send you straight to hell - with a smile on my face!” ~Nicholas

This is the first real historical romance novel that I've read (not counting the big epic ones). It came highly recommended to me as a touching romance and it was.

Bethie is a woman 8 months old pregnant with the child of her newly-deceased older husband that her family married her off to. Nicholas is from a wealthy family but currently living as a soldier/trapper/tracker and comes across her house badly wounded and demands she tend his wounds at gunpoint. Naturally she does the logical thing lol, she drugs him and ties him to her bed and their relationship goes from there :P

One of the book's major themes is overcoming sexual abuse. Bethie (and to a certain extent Nicholas) were abused in their pasts and the fears, concerns and trust issues are something that Nicholas helps Bethie overcome over the course of the book. Actually at the front of the book is a dedication from the author saying:

"This book is dedicated to all victims of sexual assault. May you find the courage, love, and healing you need to live a full life." - PC

The way Nicholas cares for her is deeply touching - I loved all the parts of the book that dealt with the development of their relationship. And I also loved how easily and whole-heartedly he accepted Bethie's daughter into his life despite her not being his biological child. He was a wonderful hero - strong, protective, possessive, gentle, caring... The book has sweet moments, hot moments, external drama (battle/war) moments, no romantic heartbreak moments... all in all a good read. Its also not very long - only took me about 4 hours.

Buuuut, I'll say that despite really enjoying the story, this genre is not for me. I'm not fond of the 'old style' language (all the 'twas', bonny faces, heavy stones, and all). I understand that it makes sense for the timeline of the story, but it takes away from my reading enjoyment.

I also found all the historical background/plot stuff boring, I'll freely admit that I skimmed some of the battles a bit, I didn't care about their war with the Indians, or the defence of their fort etc enough to want to follow that storyline, I really just cared about Nicholas and Bethie's relationship.

I'm glad I read this book, and I'd highly recommend it to any historical romance fan or anyone who wanted to try a HR out, but I don't think I'll be reading anymore within the genre myself.

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Dec 06, 2007 Rhapsody rated it 2 of 5 stars Recommends it for: romance/abused heroine fans

Shelves: romance, romance-historical, fiction

Bethie was molested by her much older stepbrother when she was a child all the way until her stepfather caught them and married her off to a man old enough to be her father. Her husband died shortly after their marriage, leaving her on the frontier during a period when Indians were killing settlers. Nicolas comes upon her cabin after he's wounded in a fight. Six years ago, he was captured by Indians and tortured extensively. Ever since then, he's been a little nuts, but of course, Bethie tends h...more

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Jan 04, 2009 librarygirl rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: historical-romance, favorites

Wow! I could not put this book down! I was so deeply involved with the characters that I felt like I was there struggling with them. The story is very similar to the Last of the Mohicans - at least that's what I kept imagining while they were racing through the wilderness and at the fort. This one goes high on the keeper shelf. Steamy and absorbing, I'm still captivated by Nicholas and Bethie's story!

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Nov 10, 2012 Brooke rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: historical-romance

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Feb 16, 2013 ~V~ rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: historical-romance, favorites

Wonderful, absolutely wonderful!! There's a reason i love Pamela Clare's books, whether it's romantic suspense or historical, the woman knows how to write romance! I think Nicholas Kenleigh may just be one of the best heroes ever written! Loved it! I'm also really glad i waited to read this until now since it was just re-released and included an epilogue, which apparently was not included in the original..it, as usual with the epilogues in all her books, was fabulous!
Now i'm going to have to go...more

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Apr 08, 2013 Dangermousie rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: aaangst, hurt-comfort, romance, period-romance

This certainly may be the most unusual romance setting and characters I have ever come across. This is set in the Ohio Valley during the 1760s, and our protagonists are a trapper and a young widow that is 8 months pregnant, who end up wintering together in her cabin. There are a lot of household chores, avoiding being killed, and hero helping heroine deliver her baby. It's also not for the faint-hearted, because the hero has survived capture and torture at the hands of an Indian tribe during the...more

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Apr 06, 2013 Rachel Whitley rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: hero-abused-scarred-tortured-angst, historical, romance, 5-stars, historical-fiction, historical-romance

The magic of Pamela Clare historicals is that they are so well researched, you feel as if you've been dropped into whatever time and place she wants you to be. Combine that, with her ability to create unforgettable characters with soul-shredding stories, her gift for entwining two tortured souls until the balm of love heals them both, and you have the recipe for "Ride the Fire."

Nicholas Kenleigh's story is not easy to read. In fact, it's some of the most difficult reading I've done.
There are fat...more

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Apr 04, 2012 Monique Atgood rated it 5 of 5 stars

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Somehow, this book Ride the Fire caught my eye twice so that I ended up with two copies of it. I guess I had forgotten I had it in my to be read pile already. And yes. It's that good.

I looked up the author on her wonderful and informative web site. She is very intelligent and well educated and it SHINES in this novel. She has transmitted her love for this time period to print and we are all the beneficiaries of her interest and talent.

I'm NOT a historical romance fan, but this one is just.... aw...more

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Jan 07, 2011 MashJ rated it 4 of 5 stars

This was a goody. It didn't quite make a 5 for me but it was impressive. Based in the 1760s on the frontier of America. Very interesting historically and well written. Good characterisations- two tormented souls drawn together in adversity. Recommended. Includes: American homesteads/conflict with Native Americans/violent reprisals/family abuse/fire/forts.

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Jul 19, 2012 Lisa rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Cela faisait longtemps que je n'avais pas autant vibré en lisant une histoire A&P. Pamela Clare a vraiment un talent incomparable pour créer des histoires pleines d'aventures et d'amour, où l'on ne s'ennuie jamais.
Ce 3ème tome est excellent et reste le meilleur de la trilogie.
La saga n'a cessé d'augmenter en intensité.
On se retrouve en plein milieu de la conquête de l'Ouest avec tous ses dangers: les guerres, les indiens, les conditions de vie difficiles...
Nicholas est l'un des héros masculi...more

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Aug 12, 2009 Pam rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Apr 26, 2013 Sara rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: romance

I got Sweet Release, the first book of the Blakewell/Kenleigh Family Trilogy, as a Kindle freebie and had it in my collection for months without reading it. One day, bored and not knowing what to read, I started it without many expectations. Although I'm a fan of the historical romance genre, I have always preferred the stories set in the elegant English states and salons to the rustic landscapes of the American colonies. However this trilogy has got to be the exception to that rule, mainly due...more

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Sep 03, 2010 Ruth rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: colonial, series, historical-romance, all-time-favorites, butt-kickin-spitfire-heroine, wounded-injured-hero, warrior, bad-boy-badass-s-o-b-rake-hero, non-aristo-historical-romance

I really thought the first book in this series couldn't be beaten, but with this one, the author returns to superb form.

The start is pretty graphic, so be warned, but, boy, is it worth sticking with. The first part focuses on the hero's sufferings and struggles, and, thankfully, this is not a love-at-first-sight story, since I don't particularly like that one-touch-and-they-just-knew crap. Or perhaps it is love-at-first-sight, between the hero and the baby he delivers? Anyway, the sexual desire...more

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Mar 28, 2012 Laura Navarre rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: historical-romance, colonial-american-romance

In 1763, Scottish colonial widow Bethie Stewart lives alone on the dangerous American frontier, until the day a badly wounded frontiersman in buckskin forces her at gunpoint to save his life. Thus begins the tender and poignant romance between two victims of violence who are determined never to trust or love again. Set on the Ohio frontier and during the siege of Fort Pitt by Native Americans during Pontiac's Rebellion, this historical romance is strongly researched, sensual and action-packed.

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Nov 22, 2011 Reading, Eating & Dreaming rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 4-stars

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Ride the Fire was another sensational historical romance novel by Pamela Clare. It’s the third novel in the Kenleigh/Blackwell series, and it was just as fabulous as its two predecessors, Sweet Release (Cassie and Alec) and Carnal Gift (Jamie and Brighid). I love Pamela Clare’s writing style; it’s mesmerizing and fluid. Her stories are memorable, romantic and exciting.

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Colorado author Pamela Clare began her writing career as a columnist and investigative reporter and eventually became the first woman editor-in-chief of two different newspapers. Along the way, she and her team won numerous state and national honors, including the First Amendment Award and the National Journalism Award for Public Service. This year, she was honored by the Colorado Pro Chapter of t...more

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