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Ablaze
Boy billionaire Desmond De La Rosa has been missing for six months.
His fiancée, aspiring musician Mia Kealoha, has not seen or heard from him since. She yearns for his return, but has moved on with her life and now works at one of Honolulu’s most prestigious banks. Mia is half hope, half heartache, until one day her workplace is attacked—by pirates! And Desmond is among them.
The one that got away came back…
…and he’s as sexy as ever. Why did Desmond leave, and can Mia rescue him in time? Can she resist his erotic charms or will they consume her? And after everything that’s happened, will their love still prevail?
Ablaze is a sensual blend of romantic comedy and romantic suspense, starring a brilliant BBW and a protective alpha male. The stakes are high and the tension is thick, and the ending is a delight.
His fiancée, aspiring musician Mia Kealoha, has not seen or heard from him since. She yearns for his return, but has moved on with her life and now works at one of Honolulu’s most prestigious banks. Mia is half hope, half heartache, until one day her workplace is attacked—by pirates! And Desmond is among them.
The one that got away came back…
…and he’s as sexy as ever. Why did Desmond leave, and can Mia rescue him in time? Can she resist his erotic charms or will they consume her? And after everything that’s happened, will their love still prevail?
Ablaze is a sensual blend of romantic comedy and romantic suspense, starring a brilliant BBW and a protective alpha male. The stakes are high and the tension is thick, and the ending is a delight.
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Published February 8, 2019
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February 6, 2019
I enjoyed reading this new to me author. This novella was a quick and enjoyable read. I saw potential for a longer book if the author so desired. But I did like the way it was quick and to the point.
The one thing I don't like is the price for these 50 to 80 page novellas. I just think it's a little steep.
The one thing I don't like is the price for these 50 to 80 page novellas. I just think it's a little steep.
February 6, 2019
Ablaze is as original as it is sexy. Which is to say, extremely so. Mia and Desmond's love is heartwarming and passionate, and the background behind Desmond's involvement with the pirates is super interesting! I look forward to reading more of this author in the future :)
February 18, 2024
I received this book for free. This does not impact my review in any shape or form.
Ablaze, by Violet Elizabeth Moon, is a short, action packed romance about freeing yourself from parental expectations to be with the one you love. Mia Kealoha was recently able to reconnect with her long lost boyfriend named Desmond, who had somehow gotten involved with pirates, all of which is a cover up for an elaborate scheme to get Desmond to do whatever his parents do. Mia and Desmond resolve to be together, no matter the cost, and together, they find a way to outsmart the authorities and Desmond’s parents in order to achieve their happily ever after.
This was a fast-paced book. A really fast-paced book with little time for world or character building. I feel Moon’s just shoving characters into my face and expecting me to follow along with the story. Moreover, by the time the climax finally arrives, it’s as though someone just whacked me over the head with it. I also think the story was being told from the wrong perspective. Would I want to read about a guy pining after his long lost love? Yes, I would. I really, really would. Rather than just a woman’s who entire world suddenly gets turned around all for the sake of some (lightning round) whirlwind romance.
For now, I would give this book a 2.5 out of 5 stars. There isn’t objectively anything wrong with the story in general, but if an ex comes crashing into my life and explaining why he’s suddenly with pirates, I would question first.
Ablaze, by Violet Elizabeth Moon, is a short, action packed romance about freeing yourself from parental expectations to be with the one you love. Mia Kealoha was recently able to reconnect with her long lost boyfriend named Desmond, who had somehow gotten involved with pirates, all of which is a cover up for an elaborate scheme to get Desmond to do whatever his parents do. Mia and Desmond resolve to be together, no matter the cost, and together, they find a way to outsmart the authorities and Desmond’s parents in order to achieve their happily ever after.
This was a fast-paced book. A really fast-paced book with little time for world or character building. I feel Moon’s just shoving characters into my face and expecting me to follow along with the story. Moreover, by the time the climax finally arrives, it’s as though someone just whacked me over the head with it. I also think the story was being told from the wrong perspective. Would I want to read about a guy pining after his long lost love? Yes, I would. I really, really would. Rather than just a woman’s who entire world suddenly gets turned around all for the sake of some (lightning round) whirlwind romance.
For now, I would give this book a 2.5 out of 5 stars. There isn’t objectively anything wrong with the story in general, but if an ex comes crashing into my life and explaining why he’s suddenly with pirates, I would question first.
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