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Flashpoint (American Heroes #1) (American Heroes: The Firefighters #1)
by
Jill Shalvis (Goodreads Author)
Zach Thomas risks his life battling flames every day. But since sexy EMT Brooke O'Brian joined the crew, he can't resist playing with fire. Brooke is feisty, a little uptight...and sexy as hell. And as Zach soon discovers, she's definitely hot stuff between the sheets. Still, every firefighter knows that the hotter the blaze, the faster the action's over....
After the whirl...more
After the whirl...more
ebook, 217 pages
Published
July 1st 2008
by Harlequin
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Aug 29, 2011
Dina
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4 of 5 stars
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This book proves that you can tell a very good story with a somewhat limited number of pages. Well-drawn characters (the hero, the heroine and some interesting secondary characters) and compelling plot involving a series of suspected arson fires, what else do we need? Zach and Brooke got their HEA, but there were some things left unsolved in the arson investigation. I guess everything will be explained in Flashback, the next book in this miniseries.
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Jul 06, 2009
Shawna
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Recommends it for:
Romantic suspense fans who love hot firefighter heroes
4 stars – Romantic Suspense
I sort of messed up by reading the second book, Flashback, in this HQ Blaze series before this one, but I still enjoyed them both immensely. I mean, with a hot-as-sin firefighter hero, a spunky EMT heroine, intriguing and well-developed main and secondary characters, spicy dialogue, verrry steamy romance, a dose of suspense involving an arsonist plot thrown in, terrific writing by Shalvis, and a great HEA, and all that within a 224 page quick read, what’s not to love?
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I sort of messed up by reading the second book, Flashback, in this HQ Blaze series before this one, but I still enjoyed them both immensely. I mean, with a hot-as-sin firefighter hero, a spunky EMT heroine, intriguing and well-developed main and secondary characters, spicy dialogue, verrry steamy romance, a dose of suspense involving an arsonist plot thrown in, terrific writing by Shalvis, and a great HEA, and all that within a 224 page quick read, what’s not to love?
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Firefighter Zach Thomas felt the sort of attraction to New Hire Number Seven (also known as EMT Brooke O'Brian), that sparks blazes, and getting the buttoned up beauty to loosen up a little becomes his goal when he's between fires calls. A pretty young woman in town for a six week duty before she moves on seems perfect for the no-strings-allowed Zach. And that thought sticks with him...right up until he gets his first taste of Brooke and realizes with startling, sinking clarity that there's no w...more
This book tells the story of Brooke, who for lost of her life never lived in be place for too long. Her mother never stayed in one place for too long and as she got older brooke found herself doing the same thing. She goes to Santa fey to clean ur her deceased grandmothers house and sell it. And whole there working temporarily as an emt for 6 weeks, after which she plans on leaving to her next unknown destination. Then she meets Zach, sexy firefighter who lost his parents at a young age and is...more
3.5 stars. I'm not a big fan of Harlequins but gave this a try since I enjoyed Shalvis' Lucky Harbor books so much. This is the story of Zach a fireman and Brooke the EMT who takes a temporary assignment at his firehouse. Zach has issues with commitment after losing his parents at a young age and being on his own since he was 18. Brooke is in even worse shape after living a nomadic childhood and also being on her own from age 18. Unlike Zach who has close friends and livings in town where he gre...more
I had to choose a super thin and light book to take on the west coast trail. So, I chose a harlequin novel about a hot firefighter - haha! Come on, admit it, who wants to borrow it???
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Jun 10, 2012
Starry
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This review was originally posted on The Book Vixen. I bought this book.
Why I Read this Book: A romance with firefighters? No further enticing needed. (Yeah, I’m that easy.)
What I Liked: Brooke and Zach both try to tell themselves that they’re not looking for anything serious. I enjoyed watching them suffer and fail at trying to keep their relationship anything but serious. I’m evil, I realize this.
Love how close the crew are. They feel totally at home with one another and nothing is off limits...more
Why I Read this Book: A romance with firefighters? No further enticing needed. (Yeah, I’m that easy.)
What I Liked: Brooke and Zach both try to tell themselves that they’re not looking for anything serious. I enjoyed watching them suffer and fail at trying to keep their relationship anything but serious. I’m evil, I realize this.
Love how close the crew are. They feel totally at home with one another and nothing is off limits...more
Flashback and Flashpoint by Jill Shalvis (both) - C. These are 2 Harlequin Blaze's from 2008 set in fictional Santa Rey California and based on characters from Fire Station #34. I enjoyed the romance aspect (who doesn't love a hot, sexy, firefighter?) but was impatient with the suspense plot involving a serial arsonist, which spread across both books (which doesn't really make sense, especially in the case of the second book because it was kind of integral to the relationship but still...)
Was in the mood for something quick and steamy, and got myself a strangely sweet yet suspenseful romance story. A no roots heroine meets a no strings hero, and despite all their efforts they couldn't fight their very strong attraction.
I liked all the side-characters, and am actually looking forward to the sequel, because I don't think they got the right arsonist.
So I didn't find what I was looking for, but I got that lovey dovey romance novel feeling anyway, so I'm satisfied.
I liked all the side-characters, and am actually looking forward to the sequel, because I don't think they got the right arsonist.
So I didn't find what I was looking for, but I got that lovey dovey romance novel feeling anyway, so I'm satisfied.
Nov 13, 2011
Lexxie (un)Conventional Bookviews
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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This was extremely well written! Very romantic, and filled with fluff as well. The anticipiation and building up was incredible, and I really loved the story of these fire-fighters and the EMT! This is totally my kind of book, with both a real story, and some very sexy scenes as well. It was all made believable because of the slow build-up between the two main characters.
I absolutely love Jill Shalvis' latest novels so now I'm working through whatever I can get my hands on. This is a very easy quick read with lots of chemistry. I mean what's not to like about a hot firefighter right?
3.5* Fun HQ Blaze by one of my go-to authors. Found it at a used book store and read it on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Definitely worth the time, even if I am a little tired of the "instant attraction" plot device.
HOT, HOT, HOT.
Zach doesn't do relationships. Brooke doesn't stick around long enough to have relationships. He's a firefighter, she's an EMT and when they meet, sparks fly!
In between all the sparks between Zach and Brooke, more is going on...there is an arsonist setting fires all over town and Zach wants to find out who and why no one seems to be investigating.
This is a one hot little book...the chemistry and sex is spectacular. The story leaves a few things open and you need to follow up this...more
Zach doesn't do relationships. Brooke doesn't stick around long enough to have relationships. He's a firefighter, she's an EMT and when they meet, sparks fly!
In between all the sparks between Zach and Brooke, more is going on...there is an arsonist setting fires all over town and Zach wants to find out who and why no one seems to be investigating.
This is a one hot little book...the chemistry and sex is spectacular. The story leaves a few things open and you need to follow up this...more
It was cute. However, it was a little unrealistic to me. Also, there were more monologues than dialogues which was a bit annoying.
Woohoo!! Loved this book. Could not put it down! Such good characters, good chemistry. I love Harlequin books!!
sweet read...
I know some firefighters and they sure as hell do not look like this bunch...such a shame
I know some firefighters and they sure as hell do not look like this bunch...such a shame
Brooke O’Brien has been a drifter all her life. Until she takes a new job in Cali as an EMT at a fire department and the sexy-surfer-boy-firefighter, Zach Thomas, catches her eye. Brooke is a great character. She’s independent, smart, and physically fit. She holds her own on the job and in the bedroom. Zach harbors a conspiracy theory about a chain of fires in their district, and together they discover a deadly connection. She’s not a relationship person, but neither is he. Can they just enjoy t...more
Two people who are careful with their hearts + arson story.
Sep 09, 2010
Robin Covington
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Shelves:
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romance-reads
Jill Shalvis does it again. You can't miss with one of her books.
Mmm, like candy. Already forgotten.
3.5 stars, but it scratched an itch so I rounded up.
Good book
Unless there's a sequel, Shalvis forgot to finish her "mystery."
Mmm, like candy. Already forgotten.
I love fire fighter stories. This story is another great story that fills that need for the hero.
I really enjoyed this. The town of Santa Rey is lovely, all those yummy men. Can't wait to read more about this place and the firefighters, cops, etc. Men in uniform YAY! More of her excellent character building and humor.
Another well written, quick and easy read from Jill Shalvis. Anyone who likes Jill's style of writing will not be disappointed in this romantic story that has a bit of suspense.
This is a cute, quick, fun read! I loved this book. I read it pretty much in one shot.
A great hot read that leads into the next.
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New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis lives in a small town in the Sierras with her family and far too many assorted quirky animals. Any resemblance to the quirky animals in her books is, um, mostly coincidental. Look for Jill’s bestselling, award-winning books wherever romances are sold and visit her website at www.jillshalvis.com for a completely booklist and daily blog detailing her ci...more
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