Heart of Fire

Blood of Zeus #2

by Meredith Wild, Angel Payne

He’s forged from heaven. She’s promised to hell.

Professor Maximus Kane can no longer deny his passion for his stunning yet mysterious student, Kara Valari. But surrendering to their desires carries more consequences than just violating the Alameda University conduct codes. Kara has defied her destiny. Higher directives have been violated. Now there’s hell to pay.

It’s a crisis for which there seems no solution, until the explosive secrets of Maximus’s bloodline are exposed. Despite all his doubts and fears, Maximus has no choice but to accept help from his enigmatic father, which means coming to terms with his heritage and embracing a bizarre new world of gods and demons. Because somewhere in that world—in the strange and sordid secrets surrounding his past—is the key to protecting Kara’s future. Nothing has ever meant more to him than saving the treasure of her life and the fire of her heart.

While earth’s lower realms seek payback for Kara’s transgressions, Kara finds a new ally in a surprising place: the Valari matriarch herself. Beneath the scrutiny of the world press, Veronica orchestrates a plan to protect her daughter by doing what she does best—shining the spotlight on her. But by her side, Maximus can’t escape the glare of the paparazzi.

Can they buy time and blind their enemies with Kara’s fame? Or will Hollywood’s new “it” couple and their forbidden love incite more vengeance than they’d ever bargained for?

Genres: Romance, Fantasy, Paranormal, Paranormal Romance, Mythology, Demons, Audiobook

297 pages, Paperback

First published December 22, 2020

About the author

Meredith Wild is a #1 New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of 22 novels. After self-publishing her debut novel Hardwired in 2013, Wild used her ten years of experience as a tech entrepreneur to form her own publishing imprint, forging relationships with major retails, and becoming one of the first indie authors to become fully stocked in brick-and-mortar bookstore chains nationwide.

Both traditionally and self-published, Wild’s books have hit No. 1 on the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestsellers lists. She has been featured on CBS This Morning, The Today Show, the New York Times, The Hollywood Reporter, Publishers Weekly, and The Examiner. Her foreign rights have been sold in over 23 languages. She resides in Florida with her many cats.

Reviews

[Angel Payne]

UPDATE, 10/3/2020: HEART OF FIRE is off to our formatting team, and we cannot wait to see what magic they do with it. If you have a copy of BLOOD OF ZEUS in ANY format, you know that the artistic team really put some thought and care into every gorgeous page for this series. It's been such a special experience to create Maximus and Kara's love story, and we know you're going to DIE (in the good ways!) over Book 2!

WRITING UPDATE: You guyyyzzzz....we are done with the first draft now, and feeling all the things for it! We can't wait for you dive into this story in December!

[Meredith Wild]

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[Nadine Bookaholic · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ah•May•Zing!!!

This was a phenomenal read, Kara and Maximus' story is one of light and dark, good and evil, and the struggle for love to conquer all.

Here's the ultimate question Can Love conquer all? This is an epic love story but it makes you wonder if good can overcome evil and if it can what is the ultimate price that will be paid for it. Kara and Maximus are hoping that their love will prevail and that no one will be hurt in the process, but only time will tell if that is what will happen because we are left with another cliffhanger and this one had me nearly jumping out of my skin with a lot of WTF's coming out of my mouth.

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[Sandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

OH MY Meredith and Angel this book is EVERYTHING! I was so excited to receive an ARC of Heart on Fire and it did not disappoint in any way, (other than I have to wait for Fate of Storms). : (. This was the perfect book for me to finish my reading with for 2020!

We meet Kara and Maximus right where we left them in Blood of Zeus. Heart of Fire was the perfect name for this book. The Fire between Kara and Max is on point and can not be denied!

This book is beauty and fire, fashion and art, sincerity and snark, and a whole lot of undeniable love and feeling! I would RUN to your nearest book store or e-reader and get this book! It it worth your undivided attention!

[The Bosnian · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow just plain WOW, check out my full review on my BLOG -> CLICK HERE

[Brittani Jolley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh. My. Gosh! This story took my heart on a rollercoaster of emotions. I had a hard time putting this down to sleep each night. The love between Kara and Maximus jumps off the pages and into your soul! The way the authors meld their writing is fascinating, but the story they weave is out of this world. The mixing of modern society with Greek mythology is probably my new favorite troupe. If you like new age romance or Greek mythology at all, this series is perfect for you. Cannot wait for the third book in the series!!!!!

[Ренета Кирова · Rating 3 out of 5]

Втората книга от поредицата Кръвта на Зевс беше по-скучна и предвидима. Почти нищо не се случи в нея, дори и тайните не бяха изцяло разкрити. Едва в последните две глави ми стана интересно, така че с нетърпение очаквам трета част, където ще се разкрие всичко, но недоумявам защо така трябва да се раздуват поредиците.

[Caroline F · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a fabulous continuation of Maximus and Kara's story, as we delve deeper in Maximus' hidden history and how their love affair has really messed up the order of things.

"She looks like an angel. But she's my perfect little demon. And I'm beginning to truly believe that she's all mine."

These two lovers have fallen irrevocably in love with one another. No power in any realm can break it. The connection between them grows deeper by the day, as we see how beautifully and stunningly their souls are intertwined. The writing is poetic, dreamlike and very fitting to the story.

"In a world where I'd have to exist without you, no knife would cut deep enough anyway."

For two people who are really private individuals, these two have to walk the walk as they navigate their new relationship in the public eye, whilst not really understanding or realising what's really at play. By the end of this instalment, in the wake of devastation, there are a million questions to be answered, and May can't come soon enough with the final book.

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[Kari Hansen · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Maximus’s and Kara’s worlds collided together as teacher and student neither was prepared for the fallout that it would bring. They know that they should stay away from each other on so many levels but some things are impossible to deny.

Now that they have crossed lines there is no going back and they will face whatever obstacles the future brings them as a couple. They have those who support them but there is also a faction that will do anything to tear them apart and that is where their biggest challenges will lay.

The characters draw you in, their story is captivating, their love magical to watch and it leaves us wondering what the future holds for this couple.

[Sharon Wingo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing story by Angel Payne and Meredith Wild. This is book 2, and it picks up where Blood of Zeus, book 1 ended. Kara and Maximus are completely taken by each other in a whirlwind romance that is all consuming and forbidden. We learn more about their back stories and family histories. Many turns in this story takes you to the cliffhanger that could only have been written by these two amazing authors! Hoping May gets here quickly because I need book #3. I recommend this series to everyone! I received an advance copy for my honest review.. Thanks for the awesome story ladies!

[Ivana · Rating 5 out of 5]

And the plot thickens. I really love where the story is headed. It was good to have Z and his brothers more involved in the storyline. I can't wait to see what will Maximus do now because that ending was quite epic.

[Paulski · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF bei 38%
Einfach nur gähnend langweilig. 😔 Band 1 ist 1000 mal besser.. 😫

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

[I received a digital arc for an honest review]

"Because nothing can ever compare to you. This. Us."

Heart of Fire is the second book in the Blood of Zeus series by Meredith Wild and Angel Payne. This is a continuous series, and you need to read book one before this one. Therefore, my review will be short and spoiler free.

In the second installment of Blood of Zeus, Maximus and Kara are trying to come to terms with the revelations that ended book one. The Valari's decide that thrusting them into the spotlight will keep her safe from the repercussion of her actions. Yet this may just put Maximus into danger himself.

Heart of Fire is filled with outings for the paparazzi, some sweet moments for Max and Kara, and some explosive intimate scenes between the two of them. It's also filled with Gods (pleasant and not so pleasant ones), demigods, demons and all the chaos that these individuals bring with them.

The Blood of Zeus series continues to bring undeniable passion along with a new modern take on Greek mythology. It's exciting to find the parallels and similarities to well known myths and the way the authors bring them to life.

"A thousand little moments that twined our souls, tighter and tighter, until I couldn't imagine giving myself to anyone else."

[Bookish Lauren · Rating 5 out of 5]

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Loveloveloved the second installment of Maximus and Kara's story. More emotion. More family history, on both sides.

Payne and Wild brought us deeper into the throes of Greek Mythology, introducing us to more of Maximus's family. With that comes the uncovering of secrets. Secrets that have the potential to tear our forbidden lovers apart for eternity.

I enjoyed seeing more of the family dynamic for both characters. They get help formulating a plan to ensure their relationship remains possible, even with the underworld knocking on their door.

As I mentioned, this book holds so much more emotion between Kara and Maximus than book 1. It's not angsty, but you feel it, especially at the end. Their connection is palpable, literally and figuratively.

[Sissy's Romance Book Review · Rating 5 out of 5]

Heart of Fire by Meredith WIld & Angel Payne is book two in the Blood of Zeus Series. This continues the story of Kara Valari and Maximus Kane, so you really should read the previous book 'Blood of Zeus' before starting this one. This book took us right to where we left off. This connection and story starts to strengthen and we start to learn more of Maximums life. This start to lead us into Greek Mythology as we start to learn more. This book didn't slow down on the page turning for me and left me needing more which hopefully the next book will be coming soon. I so recommend these two author's writing and this is a great series to start with them.

[Ashley Carr, LSoR · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story picks up right where Kara and Maximus left off. They are complete opposites but they compliment each other so well and their passion for each other is off the charts. Such a phenomenal blend of mythology and a modern day love story. I can’t wait for the next installment!!

[Kasia (kasikowykurz) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Standardowy system - chodzi za mną okładka, gdzieś tam została polecona, a do zapoznania się zmotywował mnie fakt, że bodajże w lutym wychodzi trzeci tom. Co prawda podeszłam trochę jak pies do jeża - nazwisko Payne do tej pory kojarzyło mi się z bólem mojej duszy po przesłuchaniu Pioruna, ale jestem człowiekiem dawania niezliczonej ilości drugich szans i kurde. Wkręciłam się.

Kara Valari jest demonem, Maximus Kane przeklętym, obdarzonym boską posturą i niewytłumaczalną, ale oboje mieszkają w Los Angeles i wiodą pozornie normalne życie. Ona jest celebrytką i studentką uczelni, na której on wykłada (27-letni wykładowca, czaicie?) i czuje do niego niesamowite przyciąganie. Brzmi banalnie, ale wiecie. MITOLOGIA GRECKA. Um, przepraszam, ale mam trochę obsesję na tym punkcie, a poza tym demony i inne kreatury przechadzające się wśród zwykłych ludzi i wiodące normalne życie? Biorę. Jestem kupiona. Amen. Dziękuję.

Ale bądźmy poważni, bo nie wiem, na ile wpływ ma tu druga autorka, ale fabularnie jest spójnie, postacie są ciekawe i nie są jednowymiarowe, faktycznie mają jakieś cechy poza byciem piekielnie ładnym. Ale wiemy, jesteśmy w romansie, więc dziwne by było, gdyby byli brzydcy i szczerze mówiąc to jest coś, na co ja już zwyczajnie nie zwracam uwagi. Dziewczyna się uczy, faktycznie jej zależy na edukacji i próbuje (ze skutkiem zerowym) ignorować przyciąganie do przystojnego wykładowcy.

Ale poważnie - wykładowca, który ma wiedze taką, jakby napisał co najmniej pięć doktoratów okazuje się być młodym gówniarzem? Zgrzytało mi to okrutnie w tej historii, bo początkowo byłam przekonana, że to gorąca czterdziestka, czy coś, a tu nagle się okazuje, że ona ma ledwie 27 albo 28 lat i przykro mi bardzo, ale ja tego nie kupuje. Może gdyby był nauczycielem w liceum, ale wykładowcą akademickim? Niet.

Poza tym, co dla mnie osobiście było sporym szokiem - ta książka okazała się momentami naprawdę zabawna (sceny z drugiego tomu z ojcem Maximusa - złoto!) i znalazłam kilka pobocznych postaci, o których naprawdę chciałabym się dowiedzieć czegoś więcej (demoniczny kumpel braciszka Kary - mam przeczucie, co do ciebie, kolego!) i samo zakończenie drugiego tomu. Nie spodziewałam się, że tak się to rozwinie i serio jestem podekscytowana, co się tam wydarzy w tym trzecim tomie i błagam, nie zepsujcie mi tego!

[Joana · Rating 3 out of 5]

A dar a mesma potuação porque as aulas e a falar de Dante realmente melhorava, mas acho que havia muita coisa estranha e aquela família dela… que personalidades confusas.

[Zinaida · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐ 😊

[Beyond The Covers Blog · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow can this series get any better? Hot and steamy!

Cara and Maximus heat the pages up and make it near impossible to put the book down! 

Be weary though because just like that it ends in a major cliffhanger! I can't wait to read the next one!

[Stephanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ok so now hades has come into the mix. He’s supposed to be the villain in this, the Devil dragging the FMC to hell. If the authors think this will turn me against Hades, they have another think coming. Team Hades no matter what!

[Maja · Rating 4 out of 5]

Das Buch ist eine erfreuliche Fortsetzung der Reihe. Die Geschichte setzt sofort am Ende des ersten Bandes an. Wir lernen mehr über Maximus Herkunft und versuchen Kara aus dem Pakt zu befreien. Das ist sehr informativ und verständlich in die Geschichte integriert, sodass man nicht mit Informationen überladen wird. Das Schöne ist, das wir zu den anderen Geschwistern auch einen Draht aufbauen. Dadurch wird die Geschichte spannender, da auch die anderen Dämonen mit ihrem Schicksal zu kämpfen haben. Dabei lernen wir neue Nebenfiguren kennen und auch alte Bekannte tauchen wieder auf. Das peppt die Story auf und sorgt für viel Verwirrung. Wovon es noch viel gibt, sind Spicy Szenen. Zwischen Kara und Maximus geht es wirklich heiß her, was fast schon stärker hervorgehoben wird als die ganze Storyline an sich. Jedoch ist der Story Aufbau weniger interessanter gestaltet, aber das ist auch subjektiv verschieden. Denn es gibt keinen richtigen bzw. eindeutigen Spannungsbogen, es hat sich eher stagnierend angefühlt. Positiv gesehen gab es am Ende doch eine unerwartete Wendung mit explosiven Ausgang. Weshalb man, doch Lust hat das nächste Band zu lesen. Denn die Charaktere waren mir schon sympathisch und durch den fiesen Cliffhanger am Ende muss man unbedingt erfahren, wie es weitergeht. Das Buch ist an sich ein gutes Buch für zwischendurch und bekommt aufgerundete vier Herzen.
Die Story geht überraschend spannend weiter. Die Dämonin muss sich den Konsequenzen ihren Handels stellen und hat an ihrer Seite den Sohn von Zeus. Der Halbgott hat jedoch auch eigene Probleme zu bewältigen, während er versucht seine Liebe zu beschützen und sich selbst zu finden. Doch reicht ihre Liebe aus, um die Widerstände zu überstehen?
Kara ist eine Dämonin, die sich in einer sehr berühmten Familie befindet. Diese muss jedoch ihr Leben an einen vorgegeben Dämon binden. Als Dämonin hat sie die Begabung Emotionen zu riechen. Sie ist eine coole, selbstbewusste und familiäre Person. Zu ihrer Mutter hat sie keine so starke Bindung, aber zu ihrem Großvater eine starke. Außerdem hat sie eine Schwester und einen Bruder, die sie beide sehr gern hat. Kara lebt mit ihrer Schwester zusammen in Hollywood. Als sie Maximus kennenlernt verliebt sie sich in ihn und gibt ihn etwas das nicht für ihn hervorbestimmt war. Ihre Entwicklung zeigt sich darin das sie in sich rein hört und akzeptiert das sie sich in Maximus verliebt hat. Dabei versucht sie ihn und sich zu beschützen und wird entführt. Ich mag ihre Art gerne und bin gespannt auf ihre weitere Entwicklung.
Maximus ist ein Halbgott, der Sohn von Zeus. Er hat keine Erinnerungen an die erstem acht Jahre seines Lebens, seine Mutter will ihm aber nicht sagen, warum oder wo sie gelebt haben. Jetzt arbeitet er als Professor für Literatur. Er arbeitet gerne mit Dante und liebt seine Arbeit. Sein bester Freund Jess ist auch Professor an derselben Universität und er hat eine tiefe Verbindung zu ihm. Doch die Besonderheit an ihm ist nicht nur seine Statur, sondern auch seine Fähigkeiten, die er von Zeus hat. Er kann einen Sturm hervorrufen und Blitze entstehen lassen, außerdem ist er besonders stark. Maximus ist ein freundlicher, charmanter, kreativer und ausdrucksstarker Mann. Seine Entwicklung zeigt sich darin das er sich Mut der Wahrheit abfindet und versucht seine Familienhintergründe zu verstehen. Dabei gesteht er sich seine Gefühle für Kara ein und doch schafft er es nicht sie zu retten. Ich finde ihn ziemlich nett und denke er wird noch viele Abenteuer erleben.
Zusammen sind die beiden ein hinreißenden Paar. Sie passen supergut zusammen, auch wenn ihre Abstammung nicht gegensätzlicher hätte sein können. Doch ihre Liebe ist so wahrhaftig und stark das sie ein unzerstörbares Band zwischen ihnen erschaffen hat, was die Welt in Flammen setzt.
Das Ende war nicht vorhersehbar, dafür aber ziemlich cool gehalten. Die beiden Protagonisten sind füreinander geschaffen, denn ihre Herzen schlagen im gleichen Takt. Jedoch haben die beiden Widersacher. Unter anderem Hades, der Kara zu sich rufen will und seltsamerweise von ihr fasziniert scheint. In den letzten Seiten erleben wir nicht nur einige leidenschaftliche Momente, sondern auch Drama ohne Ende und Momente des Verrates. Das Ende regt also zum Weiterlesen an und lässt einen wünschen sofort das nächste Band lesen zu können. An sich war das Buch schon gut, jedoch konnte es mich nicht ganz von sich überzeugen. Ich finde aber trotzdem, dass es eine interessante Fortsetzung ist. Die Reihe ist vielversprechend und das nächste Band wird bestimmt dieses übertreffen. Zusammengefasst ist es ein gutes Buch für zwischendurch und empfehlenswert.

[Sandy S · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.25 stars--HEART OF FIRE is the second instalment in the contemporary, adult BLOOD OF ZEUS paranormal, mythological, romantic suspense series co-authored by Meredith Wild and Angel Payne focusing on university student Kara Valari and professor Maximus Kane. HEART OF FIRE should not be read as a stand alone as it picks up after the event of book one BLOOD OF ZEUS.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Kara and Maximus) HEART OF FIRE follows in the aftermath of Maximus Kane’s discovery of his heritage, and the history of his mother’s relationship with a God among man. As the fall-out of Maximus’ relationship with his student Kara Valari comes under the scrutiny of the paparazzi, the students and the teaching staff, there is someone else determined to make Kara his own, no matter the cost or repercussions to everyone involved. What ensues is the ongoing relationship between Maximus and Kara, and the chaotic fall-out of betrayal, vengeance, obsession and lies.

Once again, there is a large ensemble cast of colorful and energetic secondary and supporting characters. We are introduced to Maximus’ best friend and fellow professor Jesse NOrth; Kara’s sister Kell, their mother Veronica Valari, their grandfather Giovani Valari, art collector Arden, Maximus’ mother Nancy Kane, his father, and the uncles he knew nothing about. We are introduced to Kara’s brother Jaden, and his best friend Rerek who is about to betray the man that he loves.

Like the first instalment BLOOD OF ZEUS, HEART OF FIRE is a story of family, secrets, power and gods; of mythological demons, angels, contracts and legends; of promises and love. The premise is captivating and heart breaking; the romance is passionate and emotional; the characters are energetic and determined. HEART OF FIRE ends on a cliff-hanger, you have been warned.

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[Tabatha · Rating 2 out of 5]

Disappointedly slow and unremarkable.

Maximus Kane is a character made for daydreaming - physically (I mean look at the cover and the inside pictures!). Other than that though, this book left me with nothing to fantasize about or write home about.

I had some hopes, though not high, going into this second book of the series. I hoped for more character growth, relationship development and some steamy romantic scenes. I thought for sure the plot would pick up, and the emotion/angst in our two main characters would be at a combustible level. Unfortunately, none of that happened.

Leaving off right where the first book ended, our two main characters are laying around waiting to hear news of what their future will entail. Will they be able to love each other without limits? Will the demi god's father, Zeus, help and will the half demon's mother, Veronica, find out and blow a gasket?

To be honest, I questioned myself quite often on whether I should give up and move on. I found it hard to keep myself engaged. The characters are not overly likeable, for they seem to think everyone else will solve their problems for them. Plus their relationships seems to be stagnant and definitely not at the level I would expect for them both being half human and thus having some extra nonhuman abilities. As for the plot, that is slow and redundant - until I hit the last few chapters and was able to say 'finally'! Finally, some action was to be had, and it could not have left me more intrigued for the third book.

Again, I find myself excited to read the next book. I still have a desire to learn the outcome and to follow the journey of the characters. Though, I know that excitement is on its last leg. It will not take much for me to give up entirely. Fingers crossed, the third book will be redeemable!

[Julie Race · Rating 5 out of 5]

To say I was excited for this next book in the Blood of Zeus series, is pretty much an understatement and it didn’t disappoint! I was torn between devouring it as quickly as possible or savouring it, but the Magic that Meredith Wild and Angel Payne weave in this story has you unable to put it down until it’s finished.

The story starts where Blood of Zeus finishes, and then goes from strength to strength. Maximus and Kara, now have to deal with the aftermath of their powerful connection and the danger it has brought to them. It also takes us deeper into Maximus’s family and his past and the world of Greek Mythology it is riveting.

The love between these two is so pure and intense, it is portrayed beautifully in this story you can feel it from the words.

“"I’m not sure if this helps or hurts.”
“If it’s hurting you, it’s gone.” I’m not sarcastic about it this time. Not a note. “Kara. I’d cut my own heart out if its beats caused you pain.” I form my hands over hers, bringing them back up to the space at the center of my sternum. “In a world where I’d have to exist without you, no knife would cut deep enough anyway.”"


A relationship between a demi god and a demon, two worlds colliding, but can they do enough to save them from the danger and uncertainty of it.

The book ends on a cliffhanger, which again leaves me excited and eager for the final installment.

[Lita Thomas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Heart of Fire (Blood of Zeus # 2) by Meredith Wild, Angel Payne picks up with Maximus knowing Zeus is his father. Maximus has true feelings for Kara and their relationship is making severe waves. Kara has broken her family obligations which has stirred up a bee's hive. While Zeus tries to forge a relationship with his son he also has to smooth things over with his brothers, especially Hades since Kara is part of his world. Kara's mother does what she does best to keep her daughter safe. I truly enjoyed this story, part of the enjoyment for me is my love for Greek Mythology. Learning about Maximus and his past , why he couldn't remember his early years and the interaction with Hades kept me quite interested.  Now it seems Hades has a real interest in Kara that is the set up to the end of this book and the beginning of the finale to book 3. The ending has me chomping at the bit for book 3 and how this story will be brought to it's final conclusion.  A 4 star read for me. I hope to get more about Zeus, Maximus's mother and of course Hera. Like I said I love Greek Mythology and if Hera is true to form she has a hand in some of what is going on. Boy oh boy!!!!!

[Amy [Book Addict Reviews] · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been dying for this book since the moment I finished Blood of Zeus. Meredith Wild and Angel Payne completely knocked it out of the park with the second book in this series. The moment it starts you are transported right back to where things left off for Maximus and Kara and from there it is an never ending ride that will have you on the edge of your seat the entire time.

More secrets are revealed. We get more family. More mythology. A connection between Maximus and Kara that is only growing deeper and deeper. Their relationship should be forbidden. A demigod and a demon. One belongs to the heavens and the other to hell, yet their chemistry is explosive. Their love is beautiful.

If you haven’t started this series I HIGHLY recommend it, even if paranormal romance isn’t your thing, you will still love this story and get lost in the world that Meredith Wild and Angel Payne have so beautifully created. I can’t wait to see how their story continues in book 3!

[Jennifer Pierson · Rating 5 out of 5]

The dynamic duo are at it again with the second book in the Blood of Zeus series, and man, I already NEED SO MUCH MORE! Since this is the second book, that means YOU MUST READ Blood of Zeus (Book 1) FIRST! As Heart of Fire comes out of the gate where Book 1 pushed us off at, I'm really not down with giving much away because it could be spoilers for that first book. Maximus & Kara have all kinds of things going with all kinds of outside forces trying to strong arm them so the secondaries are definitely a colorful bunch with all the gods & demons and even the paparazzi involved. I was suspicious of everyone which kept me on the edge of my seat cover to cover with heart racing, turning the pages at warp speed to see what was around the corner. This paranormal series is very original and I'm HERE FOR IT ALL! Of course I'm once again hanging by a finger off of another cliff so I'm impatiently waiting on the next book! HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ALL! 

[Enticed by Romance · Rating 5 out of 5]

Recently I’ve been hooked on PNR romances, ones that are heavy on the paranormal but I’m in absolute love with this series. Meredith Wild and Angel Payne have created a beautiful world that blends romance and paranormal in prefect harmony.

Heart of Fire picks up where book one ends and the chemistry between Maximus and Kara intensifies as their relationship! Just like in Blood of Zeus (book one) we are in for a journey and one hell of a cliffhanger!

This book is filled with secrets that will either help or destroy Maximus and Kara’s relationship and their forbidden love. Just like in book one this book also builds up the secondary characters, developing their relationships with our main characters but we also are introduced to more gods and demons.

If your looking for a way into reading PNR then this series is one I would highly recommend you check out. The series is filled with chemistry, mystery and magic!! I can’t wait for book three!

[Carol Ann Doveatt]

I was absolutely ready for book 2 in the Blood of Zeus trilogy and it was everything I expected and so much more. Meredith Wild and Angel Payne are magical together bringing us into the continuing story of Gods and demons, plus the human world. Maximus and Kara sustain and go beyond their beautiful and stormy lovemaking. What a emotional ride we are treated too, with an incredible cast of characters. There are twists and turns, magic, fantastic sexy incredible love, and two souls who were never meant to be together and yet neither one wants to be with anyone, or anywhere else. Maximus must fight for Kara and she for him. The writing is entertaining, smooth, and splendid. I am so excited for Storms of Fate to have questions answered, and see Max and Kara emerge victorious.
Thank you Meredith and Angel for your magnificent story.