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To Love A Hero
Dr. Cecile Lornier is an ambitious chemist who fought hard to win and keep her first international contract. She travels to Belarus to coordinate the environmental cleanup and literally starts her contract on the wrong foot as she stumbles on the broken escalator at the airport. When a muscular chest cushions her fall, she finds more chemistry than she bargains for in the arms of the handsome Major General of Belarus. The widowed Sergei has pledged to clean his country of the pollution left by the Chernobyl disaster. With a glass of vodka in his hand and the lovely Cecile nestled in his arms, Sergei has more on his mind now than nuclear pollution, and Cecile soon learns that chemicals are not the only things that generate heat. The general doubts he can fulfill his mission if he surrenders his heart while Cecile fights his chauvinistic officers to perform her contract. Soon she will have to choose between betraying Sergei's trust or abandoning him to the evil plot of his hateful ex-father-in-law.
292 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2008
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Mona Risk
235 books138 followersNew York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author, Mona Risk, received an Outstanding Achiever Award from Affaire de Coeur Magazine. Her name has often been posted on the Amazon.com 100 Most Popular Authors in Romance list. She's a two time winner of Best Contemporary Romance of the Year from Readers Favorite; a winner of Best Romance Novel of the Year from Preditors & Editors Readers Poll; and an EPIC Award finalist.
A tireless traveler, Mona Risk writes contemporary romance, medical romance, and romantic suspense novels, all simmering with emotion, sprinkled with a good dose of humor and set in the fascinating places she visited.
“Ms. Risk is one of those authors who puts together a tale that’s captivates from first page to last.” ~ The Romance Studio
“Sign me up, Ms Risk, I'll be looking for your next foreign escape.” ~ Publishers Weekly Saturday Blurb Barbara Vey's Special Beyond her Book
“Mona Risk will pull you in with her amazing characters and in-depth twisting suspense.” ~ Night Owl Romance
“Mona Risk is a talented author. She knows how to weave intrigue and romance into her story.” ~ Review Your Book Review
“Mona Risk’s writing sweeps you into the story from the first page, and keeps you turning the pages.”~ The Long And The Short Reviews.
A tireless traveler, Mona Risk writes contemporary romance, medical romance, and romantic suspense novels, all simmering with emotion, sprinkled with a good dose of humor and set in the fascinating places she visited.
“Ms. Risk is one of those authors who puts together a tale that’s captivates from first page to last.” ~ The Romance Studio
“Sign me up, Ms Risk, I'll be looking for your next foreign escape.” ~ Publishers Weekly Saturday Blurb Barbara Vey's Special Beyond her Book
“Mona Risk will pull you in with her amazing characters and in-depth twisting suspense.” ~ Night Owl Romance
“Mona Risk is a talented author. She knows how to weave intrigue and romance into her story.” ~ Review Your Book Review
“Mona Risk’s writing sweeps you into the story from the first page, and keeps you turning the pages.”~ The Long And The Short Reviews.
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September 20, 2015
2.5 stars.
October 10, 2009
Chemist Dr. Cecile Lornier heads a team overseas to Belarus to set up a lab in the aftermath of the Chernobyl disaster. Here she meets Major General Sergei Fedorin. After he gets over his shock that she’s a woman–he’d thought her name was Cecil–he scoffs that she’ll be able to rid his country of the deadly pollution. Cecile proves her mettle and charms the major general, but when he falls for her, political intrigue takes root. His enemies use their relationship to topple him. Can they both find a way to be together?
February 16, 2019
Great
characters with vivid descriptions plus an
interesting plotted story set in Belarus.
Belarus is still holds to the old fashion custom
that women do not belong in holding a man’s
job or to have a say in politics.
Cecile Lornier, an ambitious chemist won the
position of Program Manger of Belarus to set
up a Chemical Lab to clean the air and soil
from the aftermath of the Chernobyl fallout.
Her boss to be Major General, Sergei Fedorin
did not expect a woman especially one like
Cecile.
A very well plotted, interesting read.
characters with vivid descriptions plus an
interesting plotted story set in Belarus.
Belarus is still holds to the old fashion custom
that women do not belong in holding a man’s
job or to have a say in politics.
Cecile Lornier, an ambitious chemist won the
position of Program Manger of Belarus to set
up a Chemical Lab to clean the air and soil
from the aftermath of the Chernobyl fallout.
Her boss to be Major General, Sergei Fedorin
did not expect a woman especially one like
Cecile.
A very well plotted, interesting read.
September 2, 2011
To Love a Hero isn't your typical contemporary romance. The alpha male hero doesn't comes across as an arrogant jerk and the heroine isn't in need of saving.
Dr. Cecile Lornier is an ambitious chemist who fought hard to win and keep her first international contract.
She has money, respect and power but inside, she's not as self-confident as people believe. And she isn't as staid and serious either. She wants love AND respect. But the major general of Belarus isn't used to dealing with women or taking orders. The widowed Sergei just wants to clean his country of the pollution left by the Chernobyl disaster. But Sergei and Cecile soon find themselves in a tangled web of love, lies, and deceit.
This story is the most unique contemporary romance I've ever read. For starters, it's set in Belarus. I know Russia was a US Allie in both World Wars, but in the cinema, Russians are usually the bad guys. And the antagonist in To Love a Hero fits the typical Russian villain to a "T." Except, Ms. Risk clearly outlines his motivations so he's not a super villain. He's believable. And Sergei reminds me a bit of Arnold Schwarzenegger in the move Red Heat. Sergei is powerful and confident, but he's not rich and never will be. He's in the army and totally dedicated to his country and his cause.
Cecile is ambitious. She wants to make a name for herself and prove she doesn't need a man's help to get the job done. But inside she's vulnerable. And Sergei is lonely and tired of living for his country.
I read the first few chapters of this book at a sedate pace. A few pages each night before going to bed. Then I got to the big black moment and the climax and couldn't put it down. I stayed up until two in the morning because I had to know how it ended.
Sergei and Cecile were in love--a forbidden love that could ruin their careers. Sergei realized he needed more in his life than duty and Cecile realizes she can ask for a man's help without losing her independence. But how would they overcome all those external obstacles? I just couldn't see how it would be possible. But somehow, Ms. Risk found a resolution that was both believable and satisfying. I loved it.
Dr. Cecile Lornier is an ambitious chemist who fought hard to win and keep her first international contract.
She has money, respect and power but inside, she's not as self-confident as people believe. And she isn't as staid and serious either. She wants love AND respect. But the major general of Belarus isn't used to dealing with women or taking orders. The widowed Sergei just wants to clean his country of the pollution left by the Chernobyl disaster. But Sergei and Cecile soon find themselves in a tangled web of love, lies, and deceit.
This story is the most unique contemporary romance I've ever read. For starters, it's set in Belarus. I know Russia was a US Allie in both World Wars, but in the cinema, Russians are usually the bad guys. And the antagonist in To Love a Hero fits the typical Russian villain to a "T." Except, Ms. Risk clearly outlines his motivations so he's not a super villain. He's believable. And Sergei reminds me a bit of Arnold Schwarzenegger in the move Red Heat. Sergei is powerful and confident, but he's not rich and never will be. He's in the army and totally dedicated to his country and his cause.
Cecile is ambitious. She wants to make a name for herself and prove she doesn't need a man's help to get the job done. But inside she's vulnerable. And Sergei is lonely and tired of living for his country.
I read the first few chapters of this book at a sedate pace. A few pages each night before going to bed. Then I got to the big black moment and the climax and couldn't put it down. I stayed up until two in the morning because I had to know how it ended.
Sergei and Cecile were in love--a forbidden love that could ruin their careers. Sergei realized he needed more in his life than duty and Cecile realizes she can ask for a man's help without losing her independence. But how would they overcome all those external obstacles? I just couldn't see how it would be possible. But somehow, Ms. Risk found a resolution that was both believable and satisfying. I loved it.
June 14, 2013
Dr. Cecile Lornier is a woman not a man which upsets the staid businessmen of Belarus. Their plans of setting up the old Belchem Chemical Laboratory are complicated and Cecile had to fight very hard against her old fiancé and the politicians back home to convince them that she was the right person to take on this job. That her ambition is powerful enough for her to handle any opposition. Once she arrives in Minsk and meets the handsome General Sergei, he puts her on the spot. He begs her help in cleaning up the environment after the Chernobyl incident, which produces cancers in his country that takes the lives of so many, including his ex-wife, and she can't say no. She can't say no to the attraction that flares between them either and the road gets very slippery for her and her future. There's secrets uncovered, tender love scenes, and great characterization that makes this a wonderful read.
June 3, 2010
Mona's debut novel was a real pleasure. I enjoyed the unique setting of Belarus and especial the sexy general. It made me want to visit. A great first novel and I'm looking forward to her other stories.
March 10, 2010
Mona Risk draws on her extensive world travel and background to create a fascinating read.
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March 5, 2008
FANTASTIC BOOK. WELL WRITTEN AND WELL RESEARCHED. COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN.
JACLYN
JACLYN
June 24, 2013
Loved this book! It was a bit different than my usual read, but so glad I downloaded it!! Very sexy and love Cecile's character. A must read!!
July 8, 2013
Glad it was free!
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