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The Rehearsal Dinner
(The Wedding From Hell #1)
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A brand new ebook-only story from bestselling author J. R. Ward
Are you ready for The Wedding From Hell?
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It's a classic recipe for disaster: Take one bridesmaid who thinks pink is the root of all evil. Mix with a best man who's hotter than a four-alarm fire. Add in their explosive sexual attraction, a nightmare bridezilla, two catfights, and an emergency call, an
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The Rehearsal Dinner is part one in a series of three prequels to the brand new book Consumed, by J.R. Ward.
This is our first introduction to Anne Ashburn. She has been a firefighter for two years now at Stationhouse 499 in New Brunswick. And to Danny Maguire who is also a firefighter in the same stationhouse.
One of Anne and Danny’s fellow firefighter brothers and also Danny’s best friend and roommate, is getting married. It’s four days before the wedding and all of the pre-wedding chaos has beg ...more
This is our first introduction to Anne Ashburn. She has been a firefighter for two years now at Stationhouse 499 in New Brunswick. And to Danny Maguire who is also a firefighter in the same stationhouse.
One of Anne and Danny’s fellow firefighter brothers and also Danny’s best friend and roommate, is getting married. It’s four days before the wedding and all of the pre-wedding chaos has beg ...more
*** 3.5 Stars!!!***
A quick read to give us a taste of what is to come with JR Ward’s new release coming in October! Her new series is about fire fighters and now that I have been introduced to some of the characters, I am definitely looking forward to it!
There are three introduction stories that are currently out, and even better they are free!!! So if you are a fan of JR Ward and want to check out a taste of her new series, then definitely give this a go!
A quick read to give us a taste of what is to come with JR Ward’s new release coming in October! Her new series is about fire fighters and now that I have been introduced to some of the characters, I am definitely looking forward to it!
There are three introduction stories that are currently out, and even better they are free!!! So if you are a fan of JR Ward and want to check out a taste of her new series, then definitely give this a go!
Free on Amazon!
Besides writing about sexy vampires, J.R. Ward apparently can also write about sexy fire fighters.
I loved the beginning of Anne and Danny's story and I looking forward to seeing what happens next for these two.
The reception:
Wedding from Hell 3:
Consumed:
Besides writing about sexy vampires, J.R. Ward apparently can also write about sexy fire fighters.
I loved the beginning of Anne and Danny's story and I looking forward to seeing what happens next for these two.
The reception:
Wedding from Hell 3:
Consumed:
This was a neat free! novella that introduced Anne and Danny, the characters who will feature in JR Ward’s new firefighter’s series, Consumed. Basically, one of the other firefighters is getting married in what looks to be a disaster of a wedding, and Anne and Danny are dragged along for the festivities. There are definite sparks between them and Ward’s signature writing style is there for sure.
Please excuse typos/name misspellings. Entered on screen reader.
Please excuse typos/name misspellings. Entered on screen reader.
I am a huge fan of anything JR Ward, so when I saw she had a free novella as sort of a prequel to her new release out this October, Consumed, I downloaded it right away. This novella took less than an hour to read and I have to say, after finishing it, I can't wait for more! I am completely invested in these characters and can't wait to see what happens next!
3.5 stars.
I predict potential in this series. Lots of delicious potential.
Definitely recommend grabbing this and the next novella whilst they're FREE!
I predict potential in this series. Lots of delicious potential.
Definitely recommend grabbing this and the next novella whilst they're FREE!
Jul 24, 2018
Kat Valentine
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This is a prequel to JR Wards new series coming out Consumed,it's about Anne and Danny!! I love these two characters,theirs a great chemistry and camaraderie between them. Anne is a strong female lead and Danny is a sexy bad boy who is falling for Anne in a big way. Can't wait for the continuing of this new series! So far so! Good!
FREE novella from JR Ward!!!
It's the beginning of her new series coming up. I was lucky enough to get an arc of Consumed from Netgalley, so I snagged the prequel novellas to get prepared to read it. This novella was a great little escape from reality, a perfect Sunday afternoon short read. It follows coworkers Danny and Anne and the events leading up to the rehearsal dinner for their friends.
I gotta say, this novella has me excited for what is to come!!!
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It's the beginning of her new series coming up. I was lucky enough to get an arc of Consumed from Netgalley, so I snagged the prequel novellas to get prepared to read it. This novella was a great little escape from reality, a perfect Sunday afternoon short read. It follows coworkers Danny and Anne and the events leading up to the rehearsal dinner for their friends.
I gotta say, this novella has me excited for what is to come!!!
Follow me on ♥ Facebook ♥ Blog ♥ Instagram ...more
Ahhh...the missing prologue that should've been included in Consumed.
It gives a little more background to the characters and answers a few questions.
Not sure if this was edited out, or recently written to fill in some holes. But I still enjoyed it.
It gives a little more background to the characters and answers a few questions.
Not sure if this was edited out, or recently written to fill in some holes. But I still enjoyed it.
Jul 17, 2018
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romance,
contemporary-fiction,
cliffhanger
** Book 1 and 2 are Free on Amazon for now** 7/18/18
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Quickie little novella to set the flames a’ burning! This is gonna be good!
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With a title like Wedding from Hell, you know this is going to be a book that you just have to check out. Broken into three parts, these quick novellas are perfect for a break in your monotonous day.
Part One: The Rehearsal is a riot. You can already tell that the steam and energy between these tw ...more
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Quickie little novella to set the flames a’ burning! This is gonna be good!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
With a title like Wedding from Hell, you know this is going to be a book that you just have to check out. Broken into three parts, these quick novellas are perfect for a break in your monotonous day.
Part One: The Rehearsal is a riot. You can already tell that the steam and energy between these tw ...more
Serving as an introduction/warm-up to Ward's latest novel, Consumed, this novella introduces us to the heart of the story - its characters. There's Anne, who wants to be a guy's gal and so is treated like one. She's the newest firefighter in the company and instead of being part of the bridal party, she's a groomsman. There's Danny, her potential love interest, a true hero and one of the best firemen in the company. Then there's a couple of side characters that we don't really learn anything a
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A good, hot build-up between Danny and Anne. I wish the best of luck to Moose, their firefighter brother, because Deandra is a piece of work.
This quick read is setting up the full length book that's coming soon about fire fighters . Anne and Danny work together and this novella is about the days leading up to a friends wedding. The chemistry is there for all to see but buttoned up Anne has no wish to become another notch on the bed post of always foot loose Danny or does she ?
If you've enjoyed this authors paranormal stories then you will be very happy to hear that these new characters seem just as strong and in touch with life arou ...more
If you've enjoyed this authors paranormal stories then you will be very happy to hear that these new characters seem just as strong and in touch with life arou ...more
Interesting prelude to the series.
Anne Ashburn and Danny Maguire are both firefighters in the same company, now having to be part of the wedding party for Moose Miller, his best friend and roommate and her firefighter brother. Unfortunately, he’s marrying Bridezilla who’s also got some shade in her background. Adding to this toxic mix is Anne and Danny’s strong attraction to each other that they’re fighting hard to resist.
This was a nice tease, especially as I’m jumping right into the next nov ...more
Anne Ashburn and Danny Maguire are both firefighters in the same company, now having to be part of the wedding party for Moose Miller, his best friend and roommate and her firefighter brother. Unfortunately, he’s marrying Bridezilla who’s also got some shade in her background. Adding to this toxic mix is Anne and Danny’s strong attraction to each other that they’re fighting hard to resist.
This was a nice tease, especially as I’m jumping right into the next nov ...more
well...that was really good! It's just a little part of a story and I don't know the characters because I haven't read any others, but I really liked the MCs here. I'm continuing for sure.
Oh this is just fab!
Seriously??? 48 pages!! Yes, you read it correctly FOURTY EIGHT PAGES. Not to mention the atrocious content.
This is some kind of con job or something.
This must be the shortest book ever. And it ends before anything even starts! It's like "watch episode one for free and subscribe to watch episode two"...
I never really look at the page count, but I will be in the future.
And no, I will not be reading anything else by this author ever again.
This is some kind of con job or something.
This must be the shortest book ever. And it ends before anything even starts! It's like "watch episode one for free and subscribe to watch episode two"...
I never really look at the page count, but I will be in the future.
And no, I will not be reading anything else by this author ever again.
Sep 10, 2018
Carvanz
rated it
it was amazing
Shelves:
buy-more,
novella,
cliffhanger,
jealous-possessive,
coworkers,
fireman,
male-pov,
part-of-a-series,
fast-read,
low-angst
What a great start for the upcoming book Consumed. This is a wonderful introduction to Anne and Danny as well as the crew they work with. It covers a bit of their history as well as how they have worked together, thought about each other and feel about one another. It’s definitely leading us down an interesting and steamy road. There’s a tinny hint of trouble on the horizon from a past liaison of Danny’s so I’ll be looking out for that but at this point, Anne is all he sees.
Dual POV
Safe (view sp ...more
Dual POV
Safe (view sp ...more
Sep 18, 2018
Mindy Lou's Book Review
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review of another edition
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This was a great little teaser to the up and coming new book Consumed. It's crazy how quick the author hooked me on Anne and Danny. One of their firefighter buddies is getting married and the whole team are groomsmen, even Anne. The bride and groom seem like a complete disaster and watching everything unfold between those to and the growing attraction to Anne and Danny was pretty riveting. I can't wait to see what happens in the next prequel.
There is two prequel's and one excerpt for the book Co ...more
There is two prequel's and one excerpt for the book Co ...more
I love J. R Ward she can definitely write some steamy scenes. Yes this is different from her norm no paranormal but so worth it. I mean when I got to the last page I was so upset it was done. I could have kept reading for hours it was so damn good.
Anne is a female firefighter surrounded by men. She feels the sexual attraction with Danny but is trying not to get burn. He is so tired of wanting her from afar. This series is a must read and enjoy the sexual tension omg.
Anne is a female firefighter surrounded by men. She feels the sexual attraction with Danny but is trying not to get burn. He is so tired of wanting her from afar. This series is a must read and enjoy the sexual tension omg.
It was great to get a glimpse of things before Consumed and how Anne and Daniel's relationship started!
OOOOOOOOOh come on..... really????
Now I want desperately read "Consumed"....
I think 2,5 stars it's pretty good rate about this 45pages book....
Now I want desperately read "Consumed"....
I think 2,5 stars it's pretty good rate about this 45pages book....
The Rehearsal Dinner introduces us to the men and women of the 499 firehouse in New Brunswick, Massachusetts. This is a short story that quickly introduces the crew and our heroine Anne Ashburn and hero Danny "Dannyboy" Maguire. Robert "Moose" Miller's wedding nuptials are days away and his fiance aka "bridezilla" is upset that Anne is a groomsmen. While the story is short, we gain history on Anne and Danny and bear witness to the begins of their relationship. Sizzling chemistry, denial and side
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The sparks are already flying in part 1 of this prequel and we've barely scratched the surface of this storyline. The chemistry between these firefighters is scorching hot, their chemistry is electric. The Rehearsal Dinner has me SO DAMN ANXIOUS for more of what's shaping up to be one SMOKING HOT romance!!
I was already anxious for the release of Consumed BEFORE I read Part 1 of this prequel. Now?? I'm beyond DESPERATE for it. Danny and Anne are a slow burning firefighter romance in the making an ...more
I was already anxious for the release of Consumed BEFORE I read Part 1 of this prequel. Now?? I'm beyond DESPERATE for it. Danny and Anne are a slow burning firefighter romance in the making an ...more
💝FREE on Amazon & on iBooks today (7/18/2018)!💝 The Wedding from Hell, Part 2: The Reception can be pre-ordered for FREE on Amazon today too (release date 8/7/2018)!. :D
Blurb:
Are you ready for The Wedding From Hell?
Dear Reader,
It's a classic recipe for disaster: Take one bridesmaid who thinks pink is the root of all evil. Mix with a best man who's hotter than a four-alarm fire. Add in their explosive sexual attraction, a nightmare bridezilla, two catfights, and an emergency call, and you hav ...more
Blurb:
Are you ready for The Wedding From Hell?
Dear Reader,
It's a classic recipe for disaster: Take one bridesmaid who thinks pink is the root of all evil. Mix with a best man who's hotter than a four-alarm fire. Add in their explosive sexual attraction, a nightmare bridezilla, two catfights, and an emergency call, and you hav ...more
Prequel to the novel "Consumed".
Very effective, made me want to read the full length book.
Part 1 of 2.
Very effective, made me want to read the full length book.
Part 1 of 2.
I love the hell out of this author. I doubt there is anything she could write I didn’t like to a great degree.
I had the pleasure of reading an ARC of Consumed. I am also not a re-reader. So this prelude is an expansion what I already know. This took the wind out of my sails. I know had I not read Consumed already, this story would be killer.
So my rating is not really author based and really for the reasons I mentioned above. I didn’t enjoy it as much as I could because I already heard the basic ...more
I had the pleasure of reading an ARC of Consumed. I am also not a re-reader. So this prelude is an expansion what I already know. This took the wind out of my sails. I know had I not read Consumed already, this story would be killer.
So my rating is not really author based and really for the reasons I mentioned above. I didn’t enjoy it as much as I could because I already heard the basic ...more
FIREFIGHTERS! I can't wait for this new book!
5 Excellent-start stars!!
Well, my lovelies... we are heading to an awesome thing, I can just feel it ;)
Off to read more!
Well, my lovelies... we are heading to an awesome thing, I can just feel it ;)
Off to read more!
The Rehearsal Dinner (The Wedding From Hell Part #1) is part of the Firefighters series. It is a prequel to Consumed.
This e-book is free on amazon .com.
This prequel is set prior to Consumed. It introduces readers to Anne and Danny (the main characters from that book). The story is set in New Brunswick, a city about 45 minutes from Boston.
Anne and Danny are firefighters. Danny's best friend Moose (also a firefighter) is getting married to Deandra. The rehearsal dinner is featured in this first pr ...more
This e-book is free on amazon .com.
This prequel is set prior to Consumed. It introduces readers to Anne and Danny (the main characters from that book). The story is set in New Brunswick, a city about 45 minutes from Boston.
Anne and Danny are firefighters. Danny's best friend Moose (also a firefighter) is getting married to Deandra. The rehearsal dinner is featured in this first pr ...more
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