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Ellery Mountain #5
The Paramedic and the Writer
Ellery Mountain—a series of books set in the town of Ellery in the Smoky Mountains and based around the Ellery Mountain Fridays. Finn, Daniel and Kieran meet up every Friday and have something in common—they are all navigating the barren landscape of being gay in a small town. These are the stories of Finn the cop, Daniel the ex-marine, and Kieran who hasn’t quite settled on anything in particular and the men who come into their lives in the strangest ways.
Book Five in the Ellery Mountain series.
Paramedic Jamie Llewellyn rescues accused murderer John Doe from a crash and his life will never be the same again.
Paramedic Jamie Llewellyn moves to Ellery to start a new life away from the city. He’s happy being attached to the hospital and working for his friend Liam Wolfe—even if he has to keep coming up with excuses to miss the Friday meet-ups. He has peace and he can finally make a difference in a community that needs him.
When he and Max rescue a John Doe from a crashed car balanced on the edge of a ravine, John opens his startling violet eyes and suddenly Jamie is falling hard. If only John didn’t have a gun and could remember why he’d shot the passenger in the car. Then maybe passion could change into something else…Love.
RJ Scott
RJ Scott has been writing since age six, when she was made to stay in at lunchtime for an infraction involving cookies. She was told to write a story and two sides of paper about a trapped princess later, a lover of writing was born.
Book Five in the Ellery Mountain series.
Paramedic Jamie Llewellyn rescues accused murderer John Doe from a crash and his life will never be the same again.
Paramedic Jamie Llewellyn moves to Ellery to start a new life away from the city. He’s happy being attached to the hospital and working for his friend Liam Wolfe—even if he has to keep coming up with excuses to miss the Friday meet-ups. He has peace and he can finally make a difference in a community that needs him.
When he and Max rescue a John Doe from a crashed car balanced on the edge of a ravine, John opens his startling violet eyes and suddenly Jamie is falling hard. If only John didn’t have a gun and could remember why he’d shot the passenger in the car. Then maybe passion could change into something else…Love.
RJ Scott
RJ Scott has been writing since age six, when she was made to stay in at lunchtime for an infraction involving cookies. She was told to write a story and two sides of paper about a trapped princess later, a lover of writing was born.
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First published July 26, 2013
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R.J. Scott
306 books2,711 followersRJ Scott writes heartwarming, passionate MM/gay romance stories where every man finds his happily ever after. When not writing, she enjoys reading books, watching movies, spending time with her family, following Formula 1 (Forza Ferrari!), and cheering on the Pittsburgh Penguins. Email her here: rj@rjscott.co.uk
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February 8, 2017
*** This wonderful tale opens with a big rescue ! ***
A car is hanging over the edge and Jaime and Max are jogging in that early morning, saw it, and stepped into action. Someone was inside, calling for help.
Jaime is a red haired, green eyed Paramedic.
He'd lost his Firefighter partner years ago and is happy in Ellery, but lonely.
"John Doe" is our victim, who is really Ian, a writer. The tangled mess he found himself in was because he was helping a friend with an investigation.
Jaime sat with recovering Ian,
talking to him while he's unconscious, and is there when he wakens. Ian can't remember anything, not even his name. Bit by bit things start to come back, but jumbled. Jaime spends lots of time with Ian, and when Ian's sis shows up, there is a misunderstanding.
We get lovely characters once again as we learn more about the men. They are attracted to each other, when on a date, they are walking when they hear yelling and profanity, plus strange sounds. Ian reacts right away to reach the area in question, and finds a body in the bushes. Ian calls 911; Jaime renders aid.
This is a great addition to the series, as we finally see Jaime find someone to love, and to be loved in return. We get hot sexy times, and a continuing story. I love the connecting stories that are full of other issues and action. Daniel's veteran's sanctuary gets it's first tenant, a Navy SEAL, who we'll learn about in the next tale.
This is a well written series I highly recommend ! ENJOY !
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A car is hanging over the edge and Jaime and Max are jogging in that early morning, saw it, and stepped into action. Someone was inside, calling for help.
Jaime is a red haired, green eyed Paramedic.
He'd lost his Firefighter partner years ago and is happy in Ellery, but lonely.
"John Doe" is our victim, who is really Ian, a writer. The tangled mess he found himself in was because he was helping a friend with an investigation.
Jaime sat with recovering Ian,
talking to him while he's unconscious, and is there when he wakens. Ian can't remember anything, not even his name. Bit by bit things start to come back, but jumbled. Jaime spends lots of time with Ian, and when Ian's sis shows up, there is a misunderstanding.
We get lovely characters once again as we learn more about the men. They are attracted to each other, when on a date, they are walking when they hear yelling and profanity, plus strange sounds. Ian reacts right away to reach the area in question, and finds a body in the bushes. Ian calls 911; Jaime renders aid.
This is a great addition to the series, as we finally see Jaime find someone to love, and to be loved in return. We get hot sexy times, and a continuing story. I love the connecting stories that are full of other issues and action. Daniel's veteran's sanctuary gets it's first tenant, a Navy SEAL, who we'll learn about in the next tale.
This is a well written series I highly recommend ! ENJOY !
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August 5, 2013
Another little slice of life in the Ellery Mountain series. This one featuring that lovely paramedic Jamie who assists Dr Liam
Wolfe, and Ian, who has lost his memory. 3.5 stars
October 12, 2021
Solid suspense/mystery start - but then it fell a little rushed/flat after that.
I know these are quick/easy reads, but moving in & in love in 3 weeks … instalove isn’t really my thing. I felt Scott had too many things going without wrapping them up well. Though I did enjoy Jamie & Ian as characters.
I noticed it a little the previous books - but this had many British spellings & colloquialisms which pulled me out of the Tennessee setting. Additionally Scott used Zach as the name for an ex in book 1 and again in this book. There’s a tertiary character in the last book and this one named Adam.
I know these are quick/easy reads, but moving in & in love in 3 weeks … instalove isn’t really my thing. I felt Scott had too many things going without wrapping them up well. Though I did enjoy Jamie & Ian as characters.
I noticed it a little the previous books - but this had many British spellings & colloquialisms which pulled me out of the Tennessee setting. Additionally Scott used Zach as the name for an ex in book 1 and again in this book. There’s a tertiary character in the last book and this one named Adam.
July 30, 2013
3.5 - Another enjoyable read in this series.
July 25, 2013
This story was very different from the other Ellery Mountain books. It started with a bang literally which landed Ian in the hospital with amnesia and the suspect in a murder. Jamie was a Knoxville transplant so both men were fairly new to Ellery. I enjoyed their slow to boil romance even though both men were attracted to each other early into the story. The idea that Jamie was in a menage relationship with Abby and Owen had me chuckling. It was nice to see some homophobia introduced into the sometimes overly gay friendly Ellery even though someone had to get hurt. Hopefully Ms Scott will keep it alive long enough to catch the ignorant assailant. It was nice to see the halfway house coming along. The well written story read easily and had just enough angst to make it different and maybe even better than the last two installments. The HEA is there but the road to it was a bumpy one. This story blew new life into the entire series and left me hungry for the next book.
July 31, 2013
This was another really good RJ book in the Ellery series. Jamie and Ian were a nice couple, we had some old friends back, and the whole thing with the gay bashing. The plot definitely took an interesting turn this time around. I love this author, and this series never fails.
I would really recommend this series to fans of the author and people who like series' with different MC's in an open environment.
I would really recommend this series to fans of the author and people who like series' with different MC's in an open environment.
August 7, 2021
These are perfect lunchtime or bathtime reading.
They're short but somehow RJ manages to pack them full of actual relationship development and true emotional connection between two gorgeous men without making them feel like insta love.
I really liked Jamie and Ian. The paramedic has had guest appearances in the other stories so it was great to see his romance and journalist Ian literally crashed into his life.
I liked the little mystery twist with this one but I was shocked with what happened to Mikey so his story better be next!
They're short but somehow RJ manages to pack them full of actual relationship development and true emotional connection between two gorgeous men without making them feel like insta love.
I really liked Jamie and Ian. The paramedic has had guest appearances in the other stories so it was great to see his romance and journalist Ian literally crashed into his life.
I liked the little mystery twist with this one but I was shocked with what happened to Mikey so his story better be next!
April 24, 2018
~~I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads ~~
This is the fifth book in this engaging series, and gives Jamie his chance at happiness. He is increasingly surrounded by happy couples, and Friday evenings have become even more tortuous than before Liam found his man.
A great, dramatic start to a book ,with super strong Max holding up a car, as Jamie rescues the driver. An explosive start, which leads to a real crime being uncovered by the local police. Once the situation settles, Jamie has found that the driver is maybe someone he could become close to, but is survivor thanks the only link between them? I enjoyed the ongoing avoidance of Friday evenings, but also the realisation that things maybe on the change. Some fun misunderstandings along the way too.
We are also brought up to date on progress for the veteran's halfway house that the men are busy getting ready - there is a resident ... and a strong hint that he will be getting his HEA very soon.
Another good addition to the series, with a slant away from the cabins for a change.
This is the fifth book in this engaging series, and gives Jamie his chance at happiness. He is increasingly surrounded by happy couples, and Friday evenings have become even more tortuous than before Liam found his man.
A great, dramatic start to a book ,with super strong Max holding up a car, as Jamie rescues the driver. An explosive start, which leads to a real crime being uncovered by the local police. Once the situation settles, Jamie has found that the driver is maybe someone he could become close to, but is survivor thanks the only link between them? I enjoyed the ongoing avoidance of Friday evenings, but also the realisation that things maybe on the change. Some fun misunderstandings along the way too.
We are also brought up to date on progress for the veteran's halfway house that the men are busy getting ready - there is a resident ... and a strong hint that he will be getting his HEA very soon.
Another good addition to the series, with a slant away from the cabins for a change.
July 11, 2020
Coming across a vehicle that has crashed over the guard rail, Jamie instantly puts his paramedic training to work. But when the patient cannot remember who he is, it is Jamie that stays by his side. The connection Jamie feels for "John Doe" is so much more than paramedic and patient and when Ian finally comes out of his amnesia will the connection still be there? I have loved Jamie from when he was first introduced and was so glad to get his story. When good things come from bad, the love can only bring positive things.
February 1, 2018
Jamie Llewellyn, of 'The Paramedic and the Writer' by RJ Scott, is feeling lonely lately since most of the gay men in town are happily matched up. They continue to invite him to their Friday night get-togethers, but he feels like a third wheel, they make him feel even more desolate. He's impatiently waiting for his turn at happiness when fate brings it to him in an explosive way.
After rescuing Ian, Jamie spends time with him, supposedly as follow-through after the accident. He does this for all his patients, but he seems to be spending an inordinate amount of time with this particular one. He uses his paramedic status to cover what he realizes is a growing infatuation, despite the fact that there is a chance he may have broken the law. He doesn't, however, escape some good-natured teasing from Liam, his friend and doctor: “I know you’re desperate for a man, Jamie,” he said with a waggle of his eyebrows, “but sitting with an unconscious guy is a new low.” In spite of what it appears, all of Jamie's instincts tell him that this is a good man who couldn't possibly have committed murder and does his best to protect him, i.e., complying with the doctor's plan to delay his being questioned by the cops until he's mentally able to do so.
When Ian Grant opens his eyes, he hurts all over. The only person he wanted to see is Jamie, the man who has spent so much time with him while he was in and out of consciousness. He feels safe when Jamie is there and especially when he holds his hand. Jamie has become his touchstone, his friend and protector. As he gets better, Ian wants to get closer to Jamie, but Jamie hesitates, fearing that Ian's affection is some sort of gratitude for saving his life instead of having a real interest in him. After some amusing confusion about Jamie's sexual preference, Ian is determined to show Jamie that he truly wants to get to know him better.
This is another great story from the Ellery Mountain gang. It was great, as always, to visit with the guys and enjoy how their lives fit together to make Ellery a better place, whether it's in an official capacity, or as volunteers and friends, the men always come to each other's aid. I'd recommend this book especially to Ellery Mountain fans, and to those who haven't read the stories of this great community, its handsome men, and the support they show each other. I'm looking forward to the next story. Thanks, RJ! Great job!
NOTE: This book was provided by Love Lane Books for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
After rescuing Ian, Jamie spends time with him, supposedly as follow-through after the accident. He does this for all his patients, but he seems to be spending an inordinate amount of time with this particular one. He uses his paramedic status to cover what he realizes is a growing infatuation, despite the fact that there is a chance he may have broken the law. He doesn't, however, escape some good-natured teasing from Liam, his friend and doctor: “I know you’re desperate for a man, Jamie,” he said with a waggle of his eyebrows, “but sitting with an unconscious guy is a new low.” In spite of what it appears, all of Jamie's instincts tell him that this is a good man who couldn't possibly have committed murder and does his best to protect him, i.e., complying with the doctor's plan to delay his being questioned by the cops until he's mentally able to do so.
When Ian Grant opens his eyes, he hurts all over. The only person he wanted to see is Jamie, the man who has spent so much time with him while he was in and out of consciousness. He feels safe when Jamie is there and especially when he holds his hand. Jamie has become his touchstone, his friend and protector. As he gets better, Ian wants to get closer to Jamie, but Jamie hesitates, fearing that Ian's affection is some sort of gratitude for saving his life instead of having a real interest in him. After some amusing confusion about Jamie's sexual preference, Ian is determined to show Jamie that he truly wants to get to know him better.
This is another great story from the Ellery Mountain gang. It was great, as always, to visit with the guys and enjoy how their lives fit together to make Ellery a better place, whether it's in an official capacity, or as volunteers and friends, the men always come to each other's aid. I'd recommend this book especially to Ellery Mountain fans, and to those who haven't read the stories of this great community, its handsome men, and the support they show each other. I'm looking forward to the next story. Thanks, RJ! Great job!
NOTE: This book was provided by Love Lane Books for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
July 27, 2013
4 Hearts
Review written for MM Good Book Reviews
This story is part of a series and must be read in order. Jamie moved to Ellery to start a new life away from the city, he works as a paramedic and is happy to work alongside his friend Liam, even if he makes excuses so he can avoid the Friday night meet-ups with all the happy couples. When Jamie and Max rescue a man from a car wreck Jamie begins to fall for the violet eyes and he wonders what the man’s story is, but the man has amnesia and there are many unanswered questions.
Ah Ellery Mountain men are just something special and Jamie is no different than those that came before him. Jamie is a sweet character who loves his job, he goes that little bit further with the patients, caring for each and every one of them. When Jamie and Max rescue a man from a car wreck Jamie wants to know more about the handsome man, but until the death of the passenger of the car is cleared up he knows he can’t really get involved. John Doe (Ian) can’t remember what happened or who he is, he has flashes of memory but nothing that can really help him. When he does remember and the situation is resolved he makes his interest in Jamie known, but his own history might just count against him.
I really enjoyed this story where we find out a little of Jamie’s past that has scared him off adrenalin seekers for life. Both Ian and Jamie are great characters and they slot quite nicely together, even with Jamie’s fears that Ian will be running off chasing the next dangerous story. They are certainly hot together and although their first date ends with a terrible event, you can see the simmering attraction between them. The storyline is interesting, first with the mysterious circumstances surrounding Ian’s crash, then with the horrific attack on a secondary character and finally the developing relationship between Jamie and Ian, which is just a bit rocky.
The development of the Ellery series is continuing and broadening its horizons, we learn how Daniel’s Veteran house is coming along and we have a new development of a homophobic attack in the usually gay friendly Ellery. I can’t wait for the next instalment of these sexy men and what may await us as the Veteran house is opened and they get their first client in The Barman and the SEAL.
I recommend this to those that love mystery, daring rescues, hot men, hot sex, brilliant characters, men risking their hearts and a great ending.
Review written for MM Good Book Reviews
This story is part of a series and must be read in order. Jamie moved to Ellery to start a new life away from the city, he works as a paramedic and is happy to work alongside his friend Liam, even if he makes excuses so he can avoid the Friday night meet-ups with all the happy couples. When Jamie and Max rescue a man from a car wreck Jamie begins to fall for the violet eyes and he wonders what the man’s story is, but the man has amnesia and there are many unanswered questions.
Ah Ellery Mountain men are just something special and Jamie is no different than those that came before him. Jamie is a sweet character who loves his job, he goes that little bit further with the patients, caring for each and every one of them. When Jamie and Max rescue a man from a car wreck Jamie wants to know more about the handsome man, but until the death of the passenger of the car is cleared up he knows he can’t really get involved. John Doe (Ian) can’t remember what happened or who he is, he has flashes of memory but nothing that can really help him. When he does remember and the situation is resolved he makes his interest in Jamie known, but his own history might just count against him.
I really enjoyed this story where we find out a little of Jamie’s past that has scared him off adrenalin seekers for life. Both Ian and Jamie are great characters and they slot quite nicely together, even with Jamie’s fears that Ian will be running off chasing the next dangerous story. They are certainly hot together and although their first date ends with a terrible event, you can see the simmering attraction between them. The storyline is interesting, first with the mysterious circumstances surrounding Ian’s crash, then with the horrific attack on a secondary character and finally the developing relationship between Jamie and Ian, which is just a bit rocky.
The development of the Ellery series is continuing and broadening its horizons, we learn how Daniel’s Veteran house is coming along and we have a new development of a homophobic attack in the usually gay friendly Ellery. I can’t wait for the next instalment of these sexy men and what may await us as the Veteran house is opened and they get their first client in The Barman and the SEAL.
I recommend this to those that love mystery, daring rescues, hot men, hot sex, brilliant characters, men risking their hearts and a great ending.
August 28, 2013
I probably said this when I reviewed the last book in the series but there is something about the Ellery Mountain series that really appeals to me. I think it's because all the guys in Ellery seem like friends now and it is nice to pay a visit and see what is going on!
In this story, Jamie (the paramedic) rescues Ian (the writer) from a car wreck. Jamie likes to spend time with his patients, sitting with people at the hospital and Ian is no exception. Ian's identity is unknown and he is a "John Doe" until his memory returns.
It is interesting to watch their relationship develop - Ian doesn't have his memory, his situation in the car is mysterious, Ian misunderstand's Jamie's relationship with Ian's sister but the attraction between the two of them grows. I initially had some doubts about Ian focusing on his rescuer and perhaps misguided emotions being involved but the author raises this so it's pretty easy to overlook.
I think my favourite scene is the one where Ian is telling Jamie a story about being hit upon by a politian in a bar "Of course all he saw in me was this guy in tight leather pants and no shirt willing to go down on his knees for some action. All I saw was the headline for my next article." Not how I'd pictured Ian (leather and shirtless) but it gave Jamie a big hint that he was gay!
The early part of the book contains the mystery of what happened to Ian, the second half focuses on the relationship, particularly Jamie's fear that he will lose Ian if the journalist heads back to a war zone to find the next great news story. Jamie's been hurt in the past with the loss of loved one and doesn't want to put his heart on the line.
Another great addition to the series!
I now publish all my m/m reviews on my blog so if you want to see all my m/m reviews in one place come visit at Because Two Men Are Better Than One!
In this story, Jamie (the paramedic) rescues Ian (the writer) from a car wreck. Jamie likes to spend time with his patients, sitting with people at the hospital and Ian is no exception. Ian's identity is unknown and he is a "John Doe" until his memory returns.
It is interesting to watch their relationship develop - Ian doesn't have his memory, his situation in the car is mysterious, Ian misunderstand's Jamie's relationship with Ian's sister but the attraction between the two of them grows. I initially had some doubts about Ian focusing on his rescuer and perhaps misguided emotions being involved but the author raises this so it's pretty easy to overlook.
I think my favourite scene is the one where Ian is telling Jamie a story about being hit upon by a politian in a bar "Of course all he saw in me was this guy in tight leather pants and no shirt willing to go down on his knees for some action. All I saw was the headline for my next article." Not how I'd pictured Ian (leather and shirtless) but it gave Jamie a big hint that he was gay!
The early part of the book contains the mystery of what happened to Ian, the second half focuses on the relationship, particularly Jamie's fear that he will lose Ian if the journalist heads back to a war zone to find the next great news story. Jamie's been hurt in the past with the loss of loved one and doesn't want to put his heart on the line.
Another great addition to the series!
I now publish all my m/m reviews on my blog so if you want to see all my m/m reviews in one place come visit at Because Two Men Are Better Than One!
April 20, 2015
I found the first half of this book to be quite enjoyable. I liked the characters, there was some action, good pacing, etc. Having read several other books in this series and found them fairly underwhelming, I was surprised to find that this one was heading towards a 4-star read for me. YAY!
But then, somewhere around the half-way mark, it went a little off the rails. I found myself bored reading about their first date and resentful of the way that Mikey's subplot intruded on Ian and Jamie's story. It would have been fine if Mikey's beating advanced Ian and Jamie's story or relationship in any way, but I didn't feel like it accomplished anything new (and because of this, it felt gratuitous). From then on, it was as if the characters lost a little of that intense instant connection - that spark - that had been building so deliciously in the first half of the story/ The author allowed the minutiae to take over and I could literally feel my enthusiasm for the story dying a slow death.
Bottom line: by the end of the book, when the character's romance should have been heating up for a lifetime of love, passion, and laughter, I barely felt a sizzle.
But then, somewhere around the half-way mark, it went a little off the rails. I found myself bored reading about their first date and resentful of the way that Mikey's subplot intruded on Ian and Jamie's story. It would have been fine if Mikey's beating advanced Ian and Jamie's story or relationship in any way, but I didn't feel like it accomplished anything new (and because of this, it felt gratuitous). From then on, it was as if the characters lost a little of that intense instant connection - that spark - that had been building so deliciously in the first half of the story/ The author allowed the minutiae to take over and I could literally feel my enthusiasm for the story dying a slow death.
Bottom line: by the end of the book, when the character's romance should have been heating up for a lifetime of love, passion, and laughter, I barely felt a sizzle.
August 3, 2013
Another wonderful book from Ms Scott here♥
The fifth book in the Ellery Mountain is just as lovely, sweet, sexy and amazing read.
This time the main character is Jamie, the new young paramedic, that at one time had a crush on Dr. Liam.
Out running one morning with Max and Daniel, the guys rescue a John Doe from a crashed car.
The guy awakens feelings in Jamie that he had almost forgotten.
There is just one thing……John Doe might be a murderer….
Over time the two guys connect, and as things work out Jamie falls in lust and love with the new guy that turns out to be a writer.
Problems are to be solved and with good friends in the small town, Jamie has a real chance for real love.
The story is sweet and angsty and tells a tale of love and friendship that I love very very much.
I feel a real connection with the guys and look forward to read and re-read over and over.
Just one thing though – MIKEY!!!!!!!!!!!!
The fifth book in the Ellery Mountain is just as lovely, sweet, sexy and amazing read.
This time the main character is Jamie, the new young paramedic, that at one time had a crush on Dr. Liam.
Out running one morning with Max and Daniel, the guys rescue a John Doe from a crashed car.
The guy awakens feelings in Jamie that he had almost forgotten.
There is just one thing……John Doe might be a murderer….
Over time the two guys connect, and as things work out Jamie falls in lust and love with the new guy that turns out to be a writer.
Problems are to be solved and with good friends in the small town, Jamie has a real chance for real love.
The story is sweet and angsty and tells a tale of love and friendship that I love very very much.
I feel a real connection with the guys and look forward to read and re-read over and over.
Just one thing though – MIKEY!!!!!!!!!!!!
November 26, 2013
I want to move to Ellery Mountain. I want a town with this many happy men couples. Once again, this is old fashioned happiness in a short sweet story. This time we have Jamie, the Paramedic and John Doe, the man he rescues from a car crash. Jamie is new to Ellery and reticent about his personal life. John Doe brings out the best in Jamie when he cares for him in the hospital.
It's a short read, but great for these cold winter nights. I give it a heart full of stars.
It's a short read, but great for these cold winter nights. I give it a heart full of stars.
March 15, 2023
umm
I really like RJs work usually but this series is getting more and more uninspiring. I’m guessing it’s because I’m binge reading them one after the other. They all seem to be the same in some way and though they have different stories and adventures there seems to be a formula and they’ve lost the spark as I’ve gone through. I shall take a break here and read some other author and maybe come back to continue the next one and see how that is.
I really like RJs work usually but this series is getting more and more uninspiring. I’m guessing it’s because I’m binge reading them one after the other. They all seem to be the same in some way and though they have different stories and adventures there seems to be a formula and they’ve lost the spark as I’ve gone through. I shall take a break here and read some other author and maybe come back to continue the next one and see how that is.
July 27, 2013
Didn't really get to know the characters well enough to feel much for them. Parts of the plot that could've made the book more interesting were pushed into the background (like a summarized retelling), or left as a mystery to be used in a future installment. Felt like a filler instead of an integral part of the series.
August 4, 2013
I love this series, and I did enjoy this one, but I don't know...it didn't outshine a few of the previous works. As always, I enjoyed seeing some of the previous characters back in the series, and I look forward to more in the series.
July 26, 2013
3.75 stars
August 11, 2013
This series is getting better and better...
August 9, 2025
A paramedic rescues a man who cannot remember his name or why he had a gun in his hand
In this, the fifth entry in the books of Ellery Mountain, paramedic Jamie rescues a man in a car that has crashed who cannot remember his name, why he had a gun in his hand, or who the other dead man was. It is a mystery that, when solved, resolves into a love story.
This mystery unfolds from when Jamie goes into action mode to save Ian from the car perched on a steep side of a ravine. Ian does not remember anything having a significant blow to the head. The ever diligent Jamie works at the small Ellery hospital when he's not called out for a rescue. So he hovers over Ian until this memory begins to work back. He's even handcuffed to the bed as they don't know if he's the killer of the dead man.
But the story turns when his memory comes back that he was being forced to drive away from his home with his friend from college who had discovered corporate fraud, that the operators of the corporation did not want revealed. Ian and Jamie bond over the experience, and Jamie's hovering protection for the man who was only known as John Doe.
RJ Scott gives us great character development, woven into the fabric of Ellery that she has created. These two characters will add to the quilt that will make up the fabric of this special community. This is however a love story also, and there is yet another couple that will make Friday nights reserved for the gay men of Ellery where their unwavering support for each other strenghtens the community and their friendship.
The mystery is revealed and Ian is no longer a suspect, but the bond left between him and Jamie leaves them resolved to be together.
While I love most of RJ's books, this one was a bit too English for me as the series is set in the mountains of Tennessee, and English countryside descriptions don't fit. Additionally, Jamie is dealing with the death of his former boyfriend, a fireman who would run into burning buildings despite being told not to. He clearly has issues that are being affected by the death of his former boyfriend.
In this, the fifth entry in the books of Ellery Mountain, paramedic Jamie rescues a man in a car that has crashed who cannot remember his name, why he had a gun in his hand, or who the other dead man was. It is a mystery that, when solved, resolves into a love story.
This mystery unfolds from when Jamie goes into action mode to save Ian from the car perched on a steep side of a ravine. Ian does not remember anything having a significant blow to the head. The ever diligent Jamie works at the small Ellery hospital when he's not called out for a rescue. So he hovers over Ian until this memory begins to work back. He's even handcuffed to the bed as they don't know if he's the killer of the dead man.
But the story turns when his memory comes back that he was being forced to drive away from his home with his friend from college who had discovered corporate fraud, that the operators of the corporation did not want revealed. Ian and Jamie bond over the experience, and Jamie's hovering protection for the man who was only known as John Doe.
RJ Scott gives us great character development, woven into the fabric of Ellery that she has created. These two characters will add to the quilt that will make up the fabric of this special community. This is however a love story also, and there is yet another couple that will make Friday nights reserved for the gay men of Ellery where their unwavering support for each other strenghtens the community and their friendship.
The mystery is revealed and Ian is no longer a suspect, but the bond left between him and Jamie leaves them resolved to be together.
While I love most of RJ's books, this one was a bit too English for me as the series is set in the mountains of Tennessee, and English countryside descriptions don't fit. Additionally, Jamie is dealing with the death of his former boyfriend, a fireman who would run into burning buildings despite being told not to. He clearly has issues that are being affected by the death of his former boyfriend.
March 30, 2018
Jamie is a paramedic in Ellery and he hasn't lived there very long. He's a bit jealous that all of his friends in Ellery have paired up; it makes him feel like a 3rd wheel. When going for an early morning run with friends he sees where a car has gone over a ravine and is stopped very precariously thanks to a small tree. He and his friends assist in the rescue of a man who can't remember his name.
Ian can't remember what all happened just yet but he's sure he didn't kill anyone like the cops suspect. He likes it that Jamie has been visiting him and holding his hand; it comforts him. Ian and Jamie begin to have feelings for each other. Ian is a writer and can work from anywhere. He's traveled to war zones but he's tired of traveling. After the car crash he's ready to settle down in one place.
This was a great book with a bit of mystery along with the romance between Jamie and Ian. The sexy time between these guys is pretty hot. As usual for her books, RJ Scott's writing kept me fully engaged from beginning to end. This is really a great series and I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the stories.
Ian can't remember what all happened just yet but he's sure he didn't kill anyone like the cops suspect. He likes it that Jamie has been visiting him and holding his hand; it comforts him. Ian and Jamie begin to have feelings for each other. Ian is a writer and can work from anywhere. He's traveled to war zones but he's tired of traveling. After the car crash he's ready to settle down in one place.
This was a great book with a bit of mystery along with the romance between Jamie and Ian. The sexy time between these guys is pretty hot. As usual for her books, RJ Scott's writing kept me fully engaged from beginning to end. This is really a great series and I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the stories.
May 7, 2018
The Paramedic and the Writer is the fifth book in the Ellery Mountain series, and I enjoyed this one much more than book 4, although I'm not sure why! When these Ellery Mountain Men fall, they fall fast, and they fall hard. Even when the one they fall for may be a killer. Jamie has no doubt that the John Doe couldn't have hurt anyone in cold blood, but has no idea why.
Although this one moves just as fast as the others, it seemed like there was more of a connection between Jamie and Ian. Yes, Jamie has his hang ups about Ian. After what happened with Zach, it's not surprising. However, it doesn't overtake the story and become the main focus. Instead, we see Jamie being all first-responder and Ian providing much needed support. I'd love to see where Mikey comes into the series. I'm really hoping we find out how he is doing.
I definitely recommend this book, and the series. It is definitely keeping my attention.
*A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion.*
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Although this one moves just as fast as the others, it seemed like there was more of a connection between Jamie and Ian. Yes, Jamie has his hang ups about Ian. After what happened with Zach, it's not surprising. However, it doesn't overtake the story and become the main focus. Instead, we see Jamie being all first-responder and Ian providing much needed support. I'd love to see where Mikey comes into the series. I'm really hoping we find out how he is doing.
I definitely recommend this book, and the series. It is definitely keeping my attention.
*A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion.*
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
November 18, 2024
When a paramedic accidentally finds a gun toting writer…
Sounds like a joke, but for Jamie it’s a matter of life and death! The Car he has found is pivoting on the edge of a cliff! Did I mention the dead body under the car or the bullet in his brain? Another day in the life of a first responder, is the first day of his love story… and maybe his HEA!!
Ian thinks he’s been to busy in his professional life traveling, reporting from war zones to have a significant other. This latest tip has him abducted at gun point in the Tennessee mountains! Losing control of his car has him Teetering on the edge of a cliff… Is this his end or just the beginning of something great!
RJ Scott has done it again! Best if read in order, the Ellery Mountain Series, brings men from every walk of life, to meet the men of the town of Ellery, Tennessee. The men of Ellery, are a special group of guys, trying to make the world a much better place… If they can find someone to love forever along the way then so be it.
I can’t wait to start book 6 in the series.
Sounds like a joke, but for Jamie it’s a matter of life and death! The Car he has found is pivoting on the edge of a cliff! Did I mention the dead body under the car or the bullet in his brain? Another day in the life of a first responder, is the first day of his love story… and maybe his HEA!!
Ian thinks he’s been to busy in his professional life traveling, reporting from war zones to have a significant other. This latest tip has him abducted at gun point in the Tennessee mountains! Losing control of his car has him Teetering on the edge of a cliff… Is this his end or just the beginning of something great!
RJ Scott has done it again! Best if read in order, the Ellery Mountain Series, brings men from every walk of life, to meet the men of the town of Ellery, Tennessee. The men of Ellery, are a special group of guys, trying to make the world a much better place… If they can find someone to love forever along the way then so be it.
I can’t wait to start book 6 in the series.
September 30, 2025
This is a story about Jamie Llewelyn, a paramedic who moves to the small town of Ellery for a fresh start. Jamie finds his new sense of peace shattered when he and his partner rescue an amnesiac man, referred to as John Doe, from a crashed car teetering on a ravine. Upon seeing John Doe's eyes, Jamie is instantly and deeply attracted to him. However, the encounter is complicated by the discovery that John Doe has a gun and may have shot the car's passenger.
I enjoyed this story which had a conflict between intense, immediate passion and the dangerous, mysterious circumstances surrounding the man Jamie is falling for. I loved the way that the two men were equally attracted to the other. I did find it a little too close to an instalove story and the ending was very abrupt. Easy to read and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.
I enjoyed this story which had a conflict between intense, immediate passion and the dangerous, mysterious circumstances surrounding the man Jamie is falling for. I loved the way that the two men were equally attracted to the other. I did find it a little too close to an instalove story and the ending was very abrupt. Easy to read and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.
September 26, 2021
Paramedic Jamie, always lonely and the odd man out, gets his story in this novella. While out on a run, he and his friends spot a car crashed down a ravine. Jamie discovers a "John Doe" with injuries and no memory. As time goes by, the man remembers his name as Ian and the circumstances that led up to the crash. The two have a very strong connection, but can it develop into a long-lasting relationship?
This novella is a quick low-angst read and consistently good, as is the rest of the series. Characters from previous books appear, so the reader can keep up with the entire Ellery Mtn. crew.
This novella is a quick low-angst read and consistently good, as is the rest of the series. Characters from previous books appear, so the reader can keep up with the entire Ellery Mtn. crew.
June 7, 2017
4 out of 5 stars
Ian & Jamie’s story was mostly a quick, sexy read, though there were definitely some heartbreaking moments --- and my favorite part of this series is that we get to keep up with all the previous characters.
This series is full of amazing guys who are just looking for that one person to make their match. The author is able to tell a compelling story that makes the reader feel like they are right there as part of the town. I can’t wait to get more from Ellery Mountain!
*** I voluntarily read a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review ***
Ian & Jamie’s story was mostly a quick, sexy read, though there were definitely some heartbreaking moments --- and my favorite part of this series is that we get to keep up with all the previous characters.
This series is full of amazing guys who are just looking for that one person to make their match. The author is able to tell a compelling story that makes the reader feel like they are right there as part of the town. I can’t wait to get more from Ellery Mountain!
*** I voluntarily read a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review ***
April 7, 2024
3. 5 Stars
Good addition to the series
I Liked Jamie and Ian together. They worked. It was nice to see someone who resisted the Friday nights due to being single and not wanting to be a loose wheel. It was entertaining watching all the guys try and get him to give in an come, and how it was finally done was good.
I liked that the problem with Ian was resolved pretty quickly once his memory came back. I did want it to be a bit more fleshed out in some sections but that is this series. It’s a quick get to know you series and so it was it is
Good quick read.
Good addition to the series
I Liked Jamie and Ian together. They worked. It was nice to see someone who resisted the Friday nights due to being single and not wanting to be a loose wheel. It was entertaining watching all the guys try and get him to give in an come, and how it was finally done was good.
I liked that the problem with Ian was resolved pretty quickly once his memory came back. I did want it to be a bit more fleshed out in some sections but that is this series. It’s a quick get to know you series and so it was it is
Good quick read.
August 8, 2017
3.5*
This one was a little different from the others. Amnesia, big rescue from car hanging over cliff and a murder suspect!
Jamie rescues Ian (who has amnesia) from the car and sits with him in the hospital just talking. Ian is unconscious at the time. A slower relationship develops between these two as life keeps getting in the way. Mikey is victim of a hate crime that isn't solved in this book. Off to the next one!
This one was a little different from the others. Amnesia, big rescue from car hanging over cliff and a murder suspect!
Jamie rescues Ian (who has amnesia) from the car and sits with him in the hospital just talking. Ian is unconscious at the time. A slower relationship develops between these two as life keeps getting in the way. Mikey is victim of a hate crime that isn't solved in this book. Off to the next one!
May 1, 2018
This is one of my "fallback to feelgood"-series. Whenever I don't know what to read or just have finished a emotionally stressful book, I choose to read the next book in this series. Unfortunately it'll end one day...so I try not to be too quick with it. It's a solid feelgood series, that is reliable in it's stories, you get all the feelings, all the great MCs. It's like puting on your most comfortable clothes and going to relax on the couch with a good glass of wine.
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