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The Wedding From Hell #1
The Rehearsal Dinner
Don’t miss #1 New York Times bestselling author J.R. Ward’s three-part ebook serialization: The Wedding From Hell. This exclusive prequel to her upcoming standalone suspense Consumed (available in October 2018) takes us back to where it all started between arson investigator Anne Ashburn and ‘bad boy’ firefighter Danny Maguire. The Wedding From Hell is a sexy standalone novella that sets up Consumed’s storyline, leaving fans hungry for more and dying to snatch it up.
The Wedding From Hell, Part 1: The Rehearsal Dinner: 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 cat fights, and an emergency call, and you have the wedding from hell.
Experience the sizzling start of Anne and Danny’s intense relationship. Is this the start of something good...or just an erotic one-night stand that rocks their world, but must never be repeated?
The Wedding From Hell, Part 1: The Rehearsal Dinner: 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 cat fights, and an emergency call, and you have the wedding from hell.
Experience the sizzling start of Anne and Danny’s intense relationship. Is this the start of something good...or just an erotic one-night stand that rocks their world, but must never be repeated?
48 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 17, 2018
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221 books52.4k followersJ.R. Ward is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of numerous novels, including the Black Dagger Brotherhood series. She lives in the South her family.
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August 5, 2018
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 begun.
“From the moment she’d walked into the open bay of the 499 two years ago, she had gotten his attention. Even as a newbie fresh out of the academy, she had had a confidence and competence that had been intimidating.”
Danny might have a reputation for being a ladies man. But that all changed when he met Anne. He’s kept his feelings hidden up until now but what he feels for her is getting hard to keep contained. He can feel that she is drawn to him as well but she won’t give in to it.
Anne knows of Danny’s reputation but she is determined not to be his next one and done. Only, this chemistry that is sizzling between them is getting harder to ignore.
They are thrown together during all of the wedding festivities and the pull between them does nothing but get stronger. Only she has to work with this man, face him every day. Can she give in to this attraction and then face him at work like nothing is changed? Her head says stay away but her body and her heart are saying something else.
I loved this introduction to these two. They already have me pulled in to them as a couple. I have a feeling I am going to love this series and can’t wait for the second prequel, The Reception, to see what happens next.
“He wanted to be more for her. He wanted to be everything for Anne."
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 begun.
“From the moment she’d walked into the open bay of the 499 two years ago, she had gotten his attention. Even as a newbie fresh out of the academy, she had had a confidence and competence that had been intimidating.”
Danny might have a reputation for being a ladies man. But that all changed when he met Anne. He’s kept his feelings hidden up until now but what he feels for her is getting hard to keep contained. He can feel that she is drawn to him as well but she won’t give in to it.
Anne knows of Danny’s reputation but she is determined not to be his next one and done. Only, this chemistry that is sizzling between them is getting harder to ignore.
They are thrown together during all of the wedding festivities and the pull between them does nothing but get stronger. Only she has to work with this man, face him every day. Can she give in to this attraction and then face him at work like nothing is changed? Her head says stay away but her body and her heart are saying something else.
I loved this introduction to these two. They already have me pulled in to them as a couple. I have a feeling I am going to love this series and can’t wait for the second prequel, The Reception, to see what happens next.
“He wanted to be more for her. He wanted to be everything for Anne."
September 27, 2018
*** 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!
July 21, 2018
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:
August 16, 2018
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.
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July 10, 2020
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!
August 26, 2018
La Ward es mucha Ward y este avance promete mucho, pero es tan corto que poco más se puede decir.
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October 10, 2018This 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!
September 13, 2018
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!
September 27, 2018
Si con esta primera entrega del avance de su nueva novela, Consumed, la Ward quería ponerme la miel en los labios, lo ha conseguido. Pero es tan corta que no sé qué puntuación darle.
September 9, 2018
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!!!
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July 19, 2018
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.
July 19, 2018
** 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 two is going to be a blockbuster. The electricity and lustful feelings are there and ramping up quickly. Why is she killing us by breaking it into parts?? Hell with anticipation, I say! LOL
I’ve read several books now by JR Ward and I just love her writing skills. Plus, with this being about firefighters, I sure hope she dives into the fire and brings us the heat in the rest of the novellas.
I can’t wait to dive into book 2! And then after book 3, we will be ready for Consumed! Cannot wait!
* This is a review of a personal book
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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 two is going to be a blockbuster. The electricity and lustful feelings are there and ramping up quickly. Why is she killing us by breaking it into parts?? Hell with anticipation, I say! LOL
I’ve read several books now by JR Ward and I just love her writing skills. Plus, with this being about firefighters, I sure hope she dives into the fire and brings us the heat in the rest of the novellas.
I can’t wait to dive into book 2! And then after book 3, we will be ready for Consumed! Cannot wait!
* This is a review of a personal book
October 17, 2018
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 about, plus the bride from hell and her soon-to-be groom. The pull between Anne and Danny is strong and only by force of will can she deny what she truly desires. How long will she hold out?
I actually laughed quite a bit during this little novella and I'm glad I'm one step closer to getting to the big finish!
I actually laughed quite a bit during this little novella and I'm glad I'm one step closer to getting to the big finish!
September 29, 2018
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.
July 19, 2018
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 around them . I enjoyed the dialogue, the camaraderie and also the basic premise much more than I expected as I'm not a huge lover of contemporary romance. Yes I would happily read more and now realise that I should have trusted this author to give me interesting characters and a story that's entertaining.
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 around them . I enjoyed the dialogue, the camaraderie and also the basic premise much more than I expected as I'm not a huge lover of contemporary romance. Yes I would happily read more and now realise that I should have trusted this author to give me interesting characters and a story that's entertaining.
November 13, 2018
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 novella. I like Anne, like Danny but that wedding and reception promises truly to be the wedding from Hell.
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 novella. I like Anne, like Danny but that wedding and reception promises truly to be the wedding from Hell.
August 30, 2018
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.
July 17, 2018
Oh this is just fab!
July 27, 2018
Por lo que he podido conocer de la historia de Anne y Danny en este primer aperitivo de Consumed, tengo claro que esta nueva serie me va a gustar. Que hype por leer la otra parte de este relato introductorio este acaba justo en el momento más álgido.
December 27, 2018
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.
September 11, 2018
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
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Dual POV
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September 18, 2018
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 Consumed.
There is two prequel's and one excerpt for the book Consumed.
November 6, 2019
Pues ni empieza ni acaba, así que no tengo muy claro qué es esto
No sé si lo escribió antes para poner miel en las lectoras o si al finalizar la novela le dijeron que los hiciera para que algunas cosas no fueran tan instalove (espero que no esa eso)
De todas formas, poco más se puede decir, voy a por el segundo a ver qué tal
No sé si lo escribió antes para poner miel en las lectoras o si al finalizar la novela le dijeron que los hiciera para que algunas cosas no fueran tan instalove (espero que no esa eso)
De todas formas, poco más se puede decir, voy a por el segundo a ver qué tal
September 8, 2018
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.
July 27, 2018
It was great to get a glimpse of things before Consumed and how Anne and Daniel's relationship started!
August 6, 2018
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....
September 7, 2018
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 glances abound. This was fun with a touch of drama as all wedding rehearsals are want to have. I had fun with this and appreciated the insight. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
December 3, 2018
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.
July 26, 2019
Ay la Ward, cómo sabe lo que nos gusta! Una camaradería como la de nuestros vampiritos pero entre bomberos. Aquí te intriga con Anne y Danny, así que a por el siguiente!
July 20, 2018
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 and I NEED MORE NOW!! I'm completely addicted to them already. I want their story. I want their secrets. I want JR Ward's signature storytelling to envelop me in the deliciousness that's sure to come.
The chemistry between Danny and Anne is palpable, their reluctant attraction is on fire. This was the tiniest little taste of what's to come but it packed such a punch! The dynamic between these firefighters oozed sexual tension and complicated emotions straight out of the gate and I WANT MORE. JR Ward hit the mark with this prequel because I am already CONSUMED.
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 and I NEED MORE NOW!! I'm completely addicted to them already. I want their story. I want their secrets. I want JR Ward's signature storytelling to envelop me in the deliciousness that's sure to come.
The chemistry between Danny and Anne is palpable, their reluctant attraction is on fire. This was the tiniest little taste of what's to come but it packed such a punch! The dynamic between these firefighters oozed sexual tension and complicated emotions straight out of the gate and I WANT MORE. JR Ward hit the mark with this prequel because I am already CONSUMED.
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