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The Fitzgerald Family #1
Slow Burn
She doesn’t want to deal with the past...
Ten years ago, Ashley Fitzgerald witnessed the death of her parents in a tragic fire and blocked the memory. She pretends to have moved on, is a successful artist and photographer, until the morning she opens her door to a stranger she assumes is a model and asks him to strip to his briefs .
He wants to expose the truth....
Wealthy businessman Ron Noble has the body, the jet, the fast cars and the women, but he hides a deadly secret. His father started the fire that killed Ashley’s parents. Now someone is leaving him clues that could exonerate his father and they lead to Ashley’s door. Blindsided by the blazing attraction between them and a merciless killer silencing anyone who was there the night of the fire, Ron dare not tell Ashley the truth. Yet the answer he seeks may very well tear them apart.
While a demented arsonist...SLOW BURN(s)...and plots his ultimate revenge.
Ten years ago, Ashley Fitzgerald witnessed the death of her parents in a tragic fire and blocked the memory. She pretends to have moved on, is a successful artist and photographer, until the morning she opens her door to a stranger she assumes is a model and asks him to strip to his briefs .
He wants to expose the truth....
Wealthy businessman Ron Noble has the body, the jet, the fast cars and the women, but he hides a deadly secret. His father started the fire that killed Ashley’s parents. Now someone is leaving him clues that could exonerate his father and they lead to Ashley’s door. Blindsided by the blazing attraction between them and a merciless killer silencing anyone who was there the night of the fire, Ron dare not tell Ashley the truth. Yet the answer he seeks may very well tear them apart.
While a demented arsonist...SLOW BURN(s)...and plots his ultimate revenge.
275 pages, Paperback
First published April 1, 2011
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15 books336 followersI write sensual Paranormal and contemporary romance. When not writing, I read. When not reading, I hang out with my family. When not with my family, I'm plotting and writing....it's a vicious cycle.
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She doesn t want to deal with the past...
Ten years ago, Ashley Fitzgerald witnessed the death of her parents in a tragic fire and her mind blocked the memory. She pretends to have moved on, is a successful artist and photographer, until she opens her door to a stranger, assumes he s a model and asks him to strip to his briefs.
He plans to expose the truth...
Wealthy businessman Ron Noble has the body, the jet, the fast cars and the women, but he hides a deadly secret. His father started the fire that killed Ashley s parents. Now someone is leaving him clues that could exonerate his father and they lead to Ashley s door. Blindsided by the blazing attraction between them and a merciless killer silencing anyone who was there the night of the fire, Ron can t dare tell Ashley the truth. Yet the answer he seeks may very well tear them apart.
While a demented arsonist lots his ultimate revenge...
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May 30, 2016The story moved very slowly. I was at 30% and there was not much happening. So enough for now. I'll probably get back to it one day.
December 31, 2021
3.5 Stars!
This was a great mystery novel with a side of romance. Ashley Fitzgerald lost her parents to a fire when she was 15. She hasn't been able to remember what happened that night but is still haunted by the events years later. Ron Noble lost his father to the same fire. He has been receiving mysterious notes implying the fire was no accident and leading him on a path to find the truth. One of the names listed in the letters is Ashley.
For a mystery novel this had everything you can love. I spent the whole time trying to figure out who, what and why's of the story. It was well written and kept me engaged. The romance part of the story was just ok for me. It was overshadowed by the mystery and since I read more for romance, that's why this story was a "like" and not a "love". I am curious about the rest of the series and do plan to read them. ARC provided by NetGalley.
This was a great mystery novel with a side of romance. Ashley Fitzgerald lost her parents to a fire when she was 15. She hasn't been able to remember what happened that night but is still haunted by the events years later. Ron Noble lost his father to the same fire. He has been receiving mysterious notes implying the fire was no accident and leading him on a path to find the truth. One of the names listed in the letters is Ashley.
For a mystery novel this had everything you can love. I spent the whole time trying to figure out who, what and why's of the story. It was well written and kept me engaged. The romance part of the story was just ok for me. It was overshadowed by the mystery and since I read more for romance, that's why this story was a "like" and not a "love". I am curious about the rest of the series and do plan to read them. ARC provided by NetGalley.
September 27, 2011
In preparing to write this review, I had a moment of confusion. Did I really read the same book as everyone else? Was my $.99 Kindle purchase some how missing all the pleasing attributes that other Goodreads reviewers wrote about? Am I a total book snob? Not sure of the answers to those questions...but I am sure that I was disappointed in this book. The thought of finding a new series to add to my list was exciting. I was sure I found another series (a la Nora Roberts trilogy style) to sink my teeth into. Just kidding. Weak character development and poorly written. Unlikely and clumsy dialogue. Where was the editor?? Awkward situations...aka the "man hug" between two characters. I found myself continuing to read this book just to have something to do during a 2 hour flight. Can't recommend this one.
July 25, 2025
Slow Burn is the first in the Fitzgerald Family series by E. B. Walters. Ashley Fitzgerald lost her parents in a fire 10 years prior and is trying to move on with her life. Ron Noble has been sent letters that indicate the fire was not an accident as reported. He contacts Ashley in hopes of getting information that could help him discover the truth. But Ashley has repressed those memories and doesn't remember. And there are people who want her to continue to forget.
It wasn't a bad read but it started slow for me. It finally picked up but it never totally grabbed my attention.
It wasn't a bad read but it started slow for me. It finally picked up but it never totally grabbed my attention.
May 24, 2013
This is an entertaining romantic suspense that gives me a feeling that I was actually watching a suspense movie. Two likeable leads, fleshed out villains, great supporting characters and an engaging suspense that kept you guessing.
Our heroin, Ashley, lost both her parents ten years ago in a fire in Carlyle House. She was there at the scene, but couldn't recall what she witness during that night. One day, when a man wanted to hire her to paint for his grandmother, she came face to face with Ronald Noble, the son of the fire-fighter who was killed trying to save her parents. Ron needs her help to uncover the truth behind the tragedy that killed their parents. Although, she didn't want to revisit the awful memories, she reluctantly agrees after being persuaded by his insistence.
Ron Noble had been living with the rumours of his father being the arsonist behind the fire for ten years. When he started receiving anonymous letters pointing him to investigate the fire, he engaged his PI pal, Kenny for help. Ashley name happened to appeared in the letter as well, that's when he decided he needs to seek her out.
Someone wants Ron to uncover the truth, but at the same time someone also wants to silence all the witness. Ashley's Uncle Kirkland, who happened to be her parents' lawyer is the first person who got targeted. After he was attacked and lying in coma, Ashley worried that someone is out to get her. Meanwhile, Ron suspect that his family, which include his mother, grandmother and uncle are hiding some family secrets from him. When one by one, the people involved in the incident got attacked or went missing, Ron and Ashley were desperate to jog her memories by going for hypnotising.
Ashley and Ron have this connection from their first encounter, probably due to their shared past of losing their parents in the same tragedy. Their first meeting started off in an awkward situation where Ashley mistaken Ron as her model for her erotic series. Ron is kind of shameless when it comes to taking advantage of opportunities present to him. He is so sure of himself, confident and a little cocky, but a cool-headed person he is not. Most of the time, he is easily riled up and can't keep his emotion in check. I like seeing him all angry and snappy. But what I like most about him is he readily admit his wrong doings.
Usually in standalone book, I enjoyed reading how the leads getting together. But in Slow Burn, I find myself enjoying it more after they are together. I love their easy banter and how Ashley wanted to smack Ron when he was out of line. Some of the Fitzgerald family members made some brief appearance, but they didn't came out to steal the show. There isn't a specific character that I am rooting to read about, beside Ron's PI pal, Kenny. That guy really did made an impression on me. All in all, this is one entertaining read and I plan to read the next book in the series as well.
"I want you in my bed. Or yours. I don't have a preference, really. It could even be on the floor or a couch, standing, sitting, or lying down. It doesn't matter as long as I make us happy. I want to kiss you all over. I want to hear my name on your lips when you come apart, when I-"
Our heroin, Ashley, lost both her parents ten years ago in a fire in Carlyle House. She was there at the scene, but couldn't recall what she witness during that night. One day, when a man wanted to hire her to paint for his grandmother, she came face to face with Ronald Noble, the son of the fire-fighter who was killed trying to save her parents. Ron needs her help to uncover the truth behind the tragedy that killed their parents. Although, she didn't want to revisit the awful memories, she reluctantly agrees after being persuaded by his insistence.
Ron Noble had been living with the rumours of his father being the arsonist behind the fire for ten years. When he started receiving anonymous letters pointing him to investigate the fire, he engaged his PI pal, Kenny for help. Ashley name happened to appeared in the letter as well, that's when he decided he needs to seek her out.
Someone wants Ron to uncover the truth, but at the same time someone also wants to silence all the witness. Ashley's Uncle Kirkland, who happened to be her parents' lawyer is the first person who got targeted. After he was attacked and lying in coma, Ashley worried that someone is out to get her. Meanwhile, Ron suspect that his family, which include his mother, grandmother and uncle are hiding some family secrets from him. When one by one, the people involved in the incident got attacked or went missing, Ron and Ashley were desperate to jog her memories by going for hypnotising.
Ashley and Ron have this connection from their first encounter, probably due to their shared past of losing their parents in the same tragedy. Their first meeting started off in an awkward situation where Ashley mistaken Ron as her model for her erotic series. Ron is kind of shameless when it comes to taking advantage of opportunities present to him. He is so sure of himself, confident and a little cocky, but a cool-headed person he is not. Most of the time, he is easily riled up and can't keep his emotion in check. I like seeing him all angry and snappy. But what I like most about him is he readily admit his wrong doings.
Usually in standalone book, I enjoyed reading how the leads getting together. But in Slow Burn, I find myself enjoying it more after they are together. I love their easy banter and how Ashley wanted to smack Ron when he was out of line. Some of the Fitzgerald family members made some brief appearance, but they didn't came out to steal the show. There isn't a specific character that I am rooting to read about, beside Ron's PI pal, Kenny. That guy really did made an impression on me. All in all, this is one entertaining read and I plan to read the next book in the series as well.
"I want you in my bed. Or yours. I don't have a preference, really. It could even be on the floor or a couch, standing, sitting, or lying down. It doesn't matter as long as I make us happy. I want to kiss you all over. I want to hear my name on your lips when you come apart, when I-"
June 1, 2011
RATIN: 4.5)SLOW BURN by E.B. Walters is an exciting romantic thriller.It is the first in "The Fitzgerald Family" series. The plot is well written with twists and turns,The characters are engaging,believable,and will capture your heart. It has arson,murder,mystery,erotica paintings,romance, electrifying sex scenes,and love. This is a love story that is not only forged by fire,but by desire and passion. Ashley Fitzgerald,is a talented and successful artist/photographer who witnessed her parents death in a tragic fire that also killed a firefighter on her 15th birthday. She has blocked the memories of that horrid day for a decade. But Ron Nobles,whose father was also killed that horrid day,wants answers.He and his mother have been receiving pictures and messages concerning that tragic day and questioning what really happened.So Ron goes to the only person who survived that day,Ashley,to enlists her help.Ron wants to expose the truth,his father was blamed for starting the fire that cost three people their lives including his.But someone does not want the truth exposed. This places both Ron and Ashley in danger,especially Ashley.
Someone does not want her to remember that tragic and horrific day when Ashley lost that only her family but her way of life.The chemistry between Ashley and Ron is electrifying from the moment they meet to the very end. Not only will the truth be exposed but secrets will be revealed,passion ignited,and love formed. This story has **explicit sex scenes** that will leave you not only spell bound but also panting for more.This is an exciting and spellbinding story from the first page to the last page. A must read. This book was received for the purpose of review from the author and details can be found at Firetrail Publishing and My Book Addiction Reviews.
Someone does not want her to remember that tragic and horrific day when Ashley lost that only her family but her way of life.The chemistry between Ashley and Ron is electrifying from the moment they meet to the very end. Not only will the truth be exposed but secrets will be revealed,passion ignited,and love formed. This story has **explicit sex scenes** that will leave you not only spell bound but also panting for more.This is an exciting and spellbinding story from the first page to the last page. A must read. This book was received for the purpose of review from the author and details can be found at Firetrail Publishing and My Book Addiction Reviews.
November 30, 2011
Ashley Fitzgerald witnessed her parent's death by fire 10 yrs ago and doesn't remember a thing. She has moved on, or so she thinks, until Ron Noble steps into her life and makes her wonder, what exactly she saw that night. Ron has everything, including a huge secret. He has approached Ashley hoping to clear his father's name but when things start to heat up between the two of them, the fire 10 yrs ago, will the be least of their concerns.
This story was filled with twists and turns that kept you glued to the pages until the very end. It was thrilling, sexy, sensual, emotional, and so much more. It grabbed me at the beginning and didn't let go. The plot was exciting and flowed extremely well. The story read fast but left nothing out. Ron was amazing. He's a filthy rich playboy with a great body and is extremely talented yet there was an emotional side that the author did a fantastic job showing the readers. Ashley is a talented artist and one that you don't want to push around. She is incredibly independent and extremely straight forward but yet vulnerable and broken. Ms Walters did an amazing job making me feel what the characters felt and believe the emotions that were explained on the pages. Both characters were well put together and thought out. The chemistry between then was smokin and sheet burning good. This is an emotional roller coaster that had me giggling, crying, fanning myself, and cursing all before the last page. The villains were truly demented and their actions were well explained and thought out. I found myself wanting to stop them yet not knowing who "them" was till the very end. I enjoyed this story immensely and cannot wait to read the other Fitsgerald books in the series.
This story was filled with twists and turns that kept you glued to the pages until the very end. It was thrilling, sexy, sensual, emotional, and so much more. It grabbed me at the beginning and didn't let go. The plot was exciting and flowed extremely well. The story read fast but left nothing out. Ron was amazing. He's a filthy rich playboy with a great body and is extremely talented yet there was an emotional side that the author did a fantastic job showing the readers. Ashley is a talented artist and one that you don't want to push around. She is incredibly independent and extremely straight forward but yet vulnerable and broken. Ms Walters did an amazing job making me feel what the characters felt and believe the emotions that were explained on the pages. Both characters were well put together and thought out. The chemistry between then was smokin and sheet burning good. This is an emotional roller coaster that had me giggling, crying, fanning myself, and cursing all before the last page. The villains were truly demented and their actions were well explained and thought out. I found myself wanting to stop them yet not knowing who "them" was till the very end. I enjoyed this story immensely and cannot wait to read the other Fitsgerald books in the series.
October 2, 2016
3.5 stars.
'Slow Burn' by E.B. Waters is book one in "The Fitzgerald Family" series. This is the story of Ashley Fitzgerald and Ron Noble. This is also a re-release of this book. Which I had missed this book the first time around so I was glad that they did send it back out again. This was a easy read that for me. But it didn't grip me in or give me an emotional tie to this book as I like. Which is why I put it at 3.5 stars.
Ashley is still getting over a fire that killed her parents when she was just 15 years old. Ron also lost his father in the fire. Ron's father was a fireman and was helping Ashley which ended up killing him in the fire. Ashley hasn't been able to remember that night and Ron is looking for answers. Ron is finding no one is willing to talk about that night so he goes out to find Ashley and see what she remembers. But they find that they are attracted to each other with some growing feelings.
I received an eARC, from NetGalley and the publisher, in exchange for an honest review.
'Slow Burn' by E.B. Waters is book one in "The Fitzgerald Family" series. This is the story of Ashley Fitzgerald and Ron Noble. This is also a re-release of this book. Which I had missed this book the first time around so I was glad that they did send it back out again. This was a easy read that for me. But it didn't grip me in or give me an emotional tie to this book as I like. Which is why I put it at 3.5 stars.
Ashley is still getting over a fire that killed her parents when she was just 15 years old. Ron also lost his father in the fire. Ron's father was a fireman and was helping Ashley which ended up killing him in the fire. Ashley hasn't been able to remember that night and Ron is looking for answers. Ron is finding no one is willing to talk about that night so he goes out to find Ashley and see what she remembers. But they find that they are attracted to each other with some growing feelings.
I received an eARC, from NetGalley and the publisher, in exchange for an honest review.
May 17, 2019
Ok but not enough to truly captivate me
April 2, 2013
On her 15th birthday, Ashley Fitzgerald witnessed the murder of her parents. The only problem is that she has blocked all recollection of that fateful night 10 years ago. Now a successful artist, Ashley has chosen to move on with her life with the help of loving family members. She does have some quirky habits that she assumes is due to her parents’ death, such as being in confined spaces and using post in notes in the event that she forgets what she has done.
Ashley has become a successful artist/photographer and has very little complications until Ron Noble shows up at her doorstep. She is waiting on a male model and assumes that Ron is her client. Ron plays along for a short time, because he is seeking answers that he thinks only Ashley knows. His father also died in the fire along with her parents. There was a rumor that Ron’s dad was the arsonist, and Ron is doing all that he can to exonerate him. Ron begins receiving strange messages that includes names of everyone involved on the night of the fire. With the help of Ashley, Ron begins to uncover the truth.
This book is sexual, suspenseful, and memorable. The initial tension between the two main characters is believable and the description of Ron is yummy. Ron was charming, flirtatious, and sexy, but his vulnerabilities are also shown. It is easy to fall in love with both of the main characters, as well as some supporting characters. Their love was portrayed as realistic, passionate, and loving.
I loved this book and didn’t want it to end. Just when I thought that I knew who committed the crime, another clue would surface. The only issue that I had with this book is that there are several grammatical/spelling errors. This author has written YA books for years and has now moved to adult, which this one is definitely not for children. One would think that she would have a better editor. However, I read this on my Kindle so maybe the hardback doesn’t have this issue. I would not let the grammatical issues stop you from reading this, and I have the next two in this series. Highly recommended!
Ashley has become a successful artist/photographer and has very little complications until Ron Noble shows up at her doorstep. She is waiting on a male model and assumes that Ron is her client. Ron plays along for a short time, because he is seeking answers that he thinks only Ashley knows. His father also died in the fire along with her parents. There was a rumor that Ron’s dad was the arsonist, and Ron is doing all that he can to exonerate him. Ron begins receiving strange messages that includes names of everyone involved on the night of the fire. With the help of Ashley, Ron begins to uncover the truth.
This book is sexual, suspenseful, and memorable. The initial tension between the two main characters is believable and the description of Ron is yummy. Ron was charming, flirtatious, and sexy, but his vulnerabilities are also shown. It is easy to fall in love with both of the main characters, as well as some supporting characters. Their love was portrayed as realistic, passionate, and loving.
I loved this book and didn’t want it to end. Just when I thought that I knew who committed the crime, another clue would surface. The only issue that I had with this book is that there are several grammatical/spelling errors. This author has written YA books for years and has now moved to adult, which this one is definitely not for children. One would think that she would have a better editor. However, I read this on my Kindle so maybe the hardback doesn’t have this issue. I would not let the grammatical issues stop you from reading this, and I have the next two in this series. Highly recommended!
July 23, 2011
I’m giving “Slow Burn” 4.5 Stars.
A tragic incident from the past brings two people together. One wants to find out the truth from that night and the other wants to move on and forget the ghosts of the past. Neither asked for the circumstances that shaped their lives, but both will persevere and become stronger because of it.
Ashley Fitzgerald has a large loving family, but she is alone. She lost her parents in an awful fire a decade ago. She is only able to remember fragments of that night. It has haunted her for too long and she wants to move on, but is unable to. Her plan is to buy the property where her parents died and totally demolish the house, the memories and the pain.
Ron Noble does not believe his father started the fire that killed him and Ashley’s parents. Ron has never really believed it. Now he is getting messages for him to investigate the fire. There are secrets buried and he is determined to find out what really happened the night his father died. Ashley’s name is mentioned in one of the notes and he is determined to find out what she knows.
A mystery waiting to be solved a decade later brings these two people together. There is people out there that will do anything to keep the secrets buried. Ashley and Ron must work together to stay alive and to find the truth. People involved from that night are dying and Ashley and Ron are running out of time.
“Slow Burn” is a great mystery. Sad circumstances bring these two heartbroken people together. While working side by side, they discover that they have more in common than just that night. Passion ignites hotter than the fire that ruined their lives. If they are not careful, they will get burned by the secrets of the past.
I truly enjoyed “Slow Burn”. I’m normally not a big mystery fan, but the action and the romance kept me interested. Ms. Walters wrote amazing characters that kept me captivated and I just couldn’t tear myself away from them. “Slow Burn” was a real page turner for me and I can’t wait to read more about the amazing Fitzgerald family.
A tragic incident from the past brings two people together. One wants to find out the truth from that night and the other wants to move on and forget the ghosts of the past. Neither asked for the circumstances that shaped their lives, but both will persevere and become stronger because of it.
Ashley Fitzgerald has a large loving family, but she is alone. She lost her parents in an awful fire a decade ago. She is only able to remember fragments of that night. It has haunted her for too long and she wants to move on, but is unable to. Her plan is to buy the property where her parents died and totally demolish the house, the memories and the pain.
Ron Noble does not believe his father started the fire that killed him and Ashley’s parents. Ron has never really believed it. Now he is getting messages for him to investigate the fire. There are secrets buried and he is determined to find out what really happened the night his father died. Ashley’s name is mentioned in one of the notes and he is determined to find out what she knows.
A mystery waiting to be solved a decade later brings these two people together. There is people out there that will do anything to keep the secrets buried. Ashley and Ron must work together to stay alive and to find the truth. People involved from that night are dying and Ashley and Ron are running out of time.
“Slow Burn” is a great mystery. Sad circumstances bring these two heartbroken people together. While working side by side, they discover that they have more in common than just that night. Passion ignites hotter than the fire that ruined their lives. If they are not careful, they will get burned by the secrets of the past.
I truly enjoyed “Slow Burn”. I’m normally not a big mystery fan, but the action and the romance kept me interested. Ms. Walters wrote amazing characters that kept me captivated and I just couldn’t tear myself away from them. “Slow Burn” was a real page turner for me and I can’t wait to read more about the amazing Fitzgerald family.
dnf
April 26, 2018DNF@47.6%
I've had enough.
The Romantic Suspense genre in the world of books, is My First Love.
عشق اول من
내 첫 사랑
mon premier amour
私の最初の愛
Special, you know?
I don't wanna offend anyone but this was just . . . shit.
Sorry, not sorry.
Everything here was so forced it's ridiculous.
And I do mean, E.V.E.R.Y.T.H.I.N.G.
The plot, the characters, the supposed "chemistry".
*shudder*
So I'm stopping this book here, cause no one wants to see their first love being butchered and burned.
I've had enough.
The Romantic Suspense genre in the world of books, is My First Love.
عشق اول من
내 첫 사랑
mon premier amour
私の最初の愛
Special, you know?
I don't wanna offend anyone but this was just . . . shit.
Sorry, not sorry.
Everything here was so forced it's ridiculous.
And I do mean, E.V.E.R.Y.T.H.I.N.G.
The plot, the characters, the supposed "chemistry".
*shudder*
So I'm stopping this book here, cause no one wants to see their first love being butchered and burned.
September 2, 2011
OMG! I couldnt put the book down, I became obsessed. It will be hard to start a new book, I'll forever be thinking of Ashley and Ron!!!
April 28, 2018
The plot of this book was intriguing but the hero was kind of a jerk and incredibly insincere. But the real game ender for me was the realization that if I saw the word must one more time I was going to yell and throw my nook at the wall. "I must do this...we must do that" no one talks like that and at least if you're going to make your writing that stiff alternate it with something else. Jesus.
April 10, 2011
Demented Arsonist – Talented Artist – Firefighter who wants the truth exposed- will the truth find its way, or will they find themselves buried with it?
Ashley Fitzgerald witnessed the death of her parents in a tragic fire on her 15th birthday, for ten years she has blocked all memory of that horrid night. Ashley has chosen to move on with life, paint to her hearts desire, photograph what she loves and deal with the nightmares that hold the truth.
Ashley is a successful artist-photographer, living her life with no added complications until one morning her male model turns up at her door and she asks him to strip to his briefs, ready for a session, when he informs her that he is not who she thinks he is. He is indeed the son of the man who died saving her from the fire in Calyle house 10 years prior. Ron Noble. Ron believes the fire may have been deliberately lit; Ashley just wants to move on, she has accepted what has happened.
Did someone kill Ashley’s parents? Was the fire set deliberately?
Ron wants to expose the truth, and he needs Ashley on his side, to do so.
Ron Noble wants to find out what happened that dreaded night. Ashley understands his pain they both lost loved ones, feeling drawn to Ron not only for his charming ways, but feels maybe it is time to find out the truth... Ashley agrees to help Ron, the electricity between them is sizzling, they both feel it, but as secrets are unraveled, mysteries divulged, they find themselves in a whirlwind of turns and twists they could never have imagined. People on the list are getting killed, the toll is getting higher and more is at stake that then could ever have imagined. It’s left up to Ashley to remember details of the accident something that will change her life forever.
Wow!!!!
I must say this romantic thriller, was filled with twists and turns at every corner. I was intrigued from beginning to end with this read, and at one stage I felt like a crazed reader, flickering through 100 miles per hour just to find out whom, what, where and why!!!
A suspenseful thriller- romance that will leave you bewildered, guessing and wandering who the killer was, and why. An unpredictable plot by any means, suspense that will leave you gasping, unexpected events that will bring tears to your eyes; make you fume at events that take place, and also making the plot both intriguing and memorable. Chapters flowed smoothly, the plot was fast paced, and kept the reader interested throughout from beginning to end. I felt not a thing was missed or rushed...
Slow burn was filled with luscious sensual love scenes, that not only with have your toes curling, eyelashes fluttering, but your heart racing like a bird in flight. Moments where you will find yourself grinning with amusement at the funny antics between the characters, and moments where you heart is being played like a marionette and scenes where you want to just jump into the book.
The main characters were well developed, Ron – was charming and flirtatious, cocky, and hot to trot, a rich businessman, and every womans ideal dream boat - yet also has his own vunerabilites, this showed the reader he was not that perfect hot firefighter- playboy and that he also had issues he had to deal with. Loving and caring and sexy an idealistic hero for all. A tortured soul to a certain extent.
Ashley was hot headed and independent, caring and considerate, but also I enjoyed her straight forward character, she liked the truth and believed to give it at all costs. She was passionate about her work and the ones she loved, determined to do what it took to keep the ones she loved out of danger.
The blazing attraction between Ron and Ashley was mesmerizing, tantalizing and passionate. Sex scenes were sensual and loving, electrifying- if you make call it, yet at times also dreamy and transient. Their love was portrayed, tastefully and emotionally giving a good insight to their feelings. Both the good and the bad moments. The descriptions in this story were Fluent, expressive and rhythmic well above defined, there is nothing quite like reading a book and being able to envisage scenery, scents and smells. I am one for great descriptions and this book does not disappoint.
Secondary characters all blended in well, nothing missed out and even the villains were portrayed as noxious, and demented. Definitely incalculable. Making you dislike the character. The other characters, loyal and faithful, and heartfelt. I enjoyed all the characters in Slow Burn, each and every one unique and necessary for the plot to unwind.
Overall, I must say, I had Goosebumps by the end, Held my breath and hoped for the best …. I am a dramatic reader, but you know when you have read a good book when it pulls at your emotions and when the end is done … you sigh! And breathe… I’m sure I held my breath last few chapters..
A capricious read !!!! I’m sure you will enjoy.
Look forward to reading more of the Fitzgerald series.
Ashley Fitzgerald witnessed the death of her parents in a tragic fire on her 15th birthday, for ten years she has blocked all memory of that horrid night. Ashley has chosen to move on with life, paint to her hearts desire, photograph what she loves and deal with the nightmares that hold the truth.
Ashley is a successful artist-photographer, living her life with no added complications until one morning her male model turns up at her door and she asks him to strip to his briefs, ready for a session, when he informs her that he is not who she thinks he is. He is indeed the son of the man who died saving her from the fire in Calyle house 10 years prior. Ron Noble. Ron believes the fire may have been deliberately lit; Ashley just wants to move on, she has accepted what has happened.
Did someone kill Ashley’s parents? Was the fire set deliberately?
Ron wants to expose the truth, and he needs Ashley on his side, to do so.
Ron Noble wants to find out what happened that dreaded night. Ashley understands his pain they both lost loved ones, feeling drawn to Ron not only for his charming ways, but feels maybe it is time to find out the truth... Ashley agrees to help Ron, the electricity between them is sizzling, they both feel it, but as secrets are unraveled, mysteries divulged, they find themselves in a whirlwind of turns and twists they could never have imagined. People on the list are getting killed, the toll is getting higher and more is at stake that then could ever have imagined. It’s left up to Ashley to remember details of the accident something that will change her life forever.
Wow!!!!
I must say this romantic thriller, was filled with twists and turns at every corner. I was intrigued from beginning to end with this read, and at one stage I felt like a crazed reader, flickering through 100 miles per hour just to find out whom, what, where and why!!!
A suspenseful thriller- romance that will leave you bewildered, guessing and wandering who the killer was, and why. An unpredictable plot by any means, suspense that will leave you gasping, unexpected events that will bring tears to your eyes; make you fume at events that take place, and also making the plot both intriguing and memorable. Chapters flowed smoothly, the plot was fast paced, and kept the reader interested throughout from beginning to end. I felt not a thing was missed or rushed...
Slow burn was filled with luscious sensual love scenes, that not only with have your toes curling, eyelashes fluttering, but your heart racing like a bird in flight. Moments where you will find yourself grinning with amusement at the funny antics between the characters, and moments where you heart is being played like a marionette and scenes where you want to just jump into the book.
The main characters were well developed, Ron – was charming and flirtatious, cocky, and hot to trot, a rich businessman, and every womans ideal dream boat - yet also has his own vunerabilites, this showed the reader he was not that perfect hot firefighter- playboy and that he also had issues he had to deal with. Loving and caring and sexy an idealistic hero for all. A tortured soul to a certain extent.
Ashley was hot headed and independent, caring and considerate, but also I enjoyed her straight forward character, she liked the truth and believed to give it at all costs. She was passionate about her work and the ones she loved, determined to do what it took to keep the ones she loved out of danger.
The blazing attraction between Ron and Ashley was mesmerizing, tantalizing and passionate. Sex scenes were sensual and loving, electrifying- if you make call it, yet at times also dreamy and transient. Their love was portrayed, tastefully and emotionally giving a good insight to their feelings. Both the good and the bad moments. The descriptions in this story were Fluent, expressive and rhythmic well above defined, there is nothing quite like reading a book and being able to envisage scenery, scents and smells. I am one for great descriptions and this book does not disappoint.
Secondary characters all blended in well, nothing missed out and even the villains were portrayed as noxious, and demented. Definitely incalculable. Making you dislike the character. The other characters, loyal and faithful, and heartfelt. I enjoyed all the characters in Slow Burn, each and every one unique and necessary for the plot to unwind.
Overall, I must say, I had Goosebumps by the end, Held my breath and hoped for the best …. I am a dramatic reader, but you know when you have read a good book when it pulls at your emotions and when the end is done … you sigh! And breathe… I’m sure I held my breath last few chapters..
A capricious read !!!! I’m sure you will enjoy.
Look forward to reading more of the Fitzgerald series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 28, 2011
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Slow Burn, the first novel in the Fitzgerald Family series by E.B.Walters, was about Ashley Fitzgerald and Ronald Noble. This companion series has extremely good reviews and ratings. I, however, didn’t get what all the fuss was about. I wasn’t that impressed with this novel. I thought it was okay, but not spectacular.
Something held me back from connecting with the story and the characters on an emotional level. In my opinion, the characters in this novel were only two-dimensional; they didn’t come to life before my eyes. I thought the plot was intriguing, but “the bad guy” was very obvious. Walters actually shows you who the bad guy is very early on when she writes from his perspective. I wish she wouldn’t have ruined the element of surprise, but that wasn’t the way things panned out.
Ron has a playboy image, but we see no evidence of this. Authors are making this mistake a lot more frequently lately, and it really bugs me. I wanted to see evidence of his past. Why aren’t girls approaching him and calling him? Don’t just tell me he used to be a bad boy, show me some proof. You don’t have to go over the top, but give me something.
Ashley made the mistake of making the most annoying move ever. I absolutely hate it when characters “run away” to protect the person they love. Come on. They are still going to be in danger, and if you stick together you have greater odds. I really don’t like it when characters push people away to save them. Other than that, Ashley was a pretty decent character.
I gave Slow Burn by E.B. Walters 3 STARS (2.5 STARS). This was an okay novel, but it wasn’t sooo impressive that I would rush out and tell my friends to read it right away. Even though the next two books in the series have really good reviews and ratings, I am going to put off reading them. I may decide to pick them up at a later date, but I am not going to read them now.
-XOXO
READING, EATING AND DREAMING
Slow Burn, the first novel in the Fitzgerald Family series by E.B.Walters, was about Ashley Fitzgerald and Ronald Noble. This companion series has extremely good reviews and ratings. I, however, didn’t get what all the fuss was about. I wasn’t that impressed with this novel. I thought it was okay, but not spectacular.
Something held me back from connecting with the story and the characters on an emotional level. In my opinion, the characters in this novel were only two-dimensional; they didn’t come to life before my eyes. I thought the plot was intriguing, but “the bad guy” was very obvious. Walters actually shows you who the bad guy is very early on when she writes from his perspective. I wish she wouldn’t have ruined the element of surprise, but that wasn’t the way things panned out.
Ron has a playboy image, but we see no evidence of this. Authors are making this mistake a lot more frequently lately, and it really bugs me. I wanted to see evidence of his past. Why aren’t girls approaching him and calling him? Don’t just tell me he used to be a bad boy, show me some proof. You don’t have to go over the top, but give me something.
Ashley made the mistake of making the most annoying move ever. I absolutely hate it when characters “run away” to protect the person they love. Come on. They are still going to be in danger, and if you stick together you have greater odds. I really don’t like it when characters push people away to save them. Other than that, Ashley was a pretty decent character.
I gave Slow Burn by E.B. Walters 3 STARS (2.5 STARS). This was an okay novel, but it wasn’t sooo impressive that I would rush out and tell my friends to read it right away. Even though the next two books in the series have really good reviews and ratings, I am going to put off reading them. I may decide to pick them up at a later date, but I am not going to read them now.
-XOXO
READING, EATING AND DREAMING
October 12, 2011
OMG !!! THIS BOOK IS DEFINITELY HOT !!!
WOW , I'd call myself crazy if i were to say this book didnt hit me in the right places ;) !!
I totally loved this book , this was a very good mixture or romance , action and mystery . I could very well say this , it had all the makings of a great hollywood blockbuster . Sophistication , style , panache you name it this book had it all .
I loved the book cover , it was the first thing that got me excited to read this book .
The second , was obviously the synopsis . Ashley Fitsgerald is a woman tormented by nightmares of her past . An accident that left her an orphan . Ron Nobles , a man battling to clear his fathers name accused of something he didnt do . Together they seek to uncover the truth , but the bad guys are not far behind and will stop at nothing to make sure the truth never comes out .
This book is definitely for ' mystery - thriller ' readers . What i really liked about this book was its uniqueness compared to other ' mystery ' reads . In this book , the reader knows who exactly the bad guys are but the mystery part kicks in when someone tries to help Ashley and Ron in uncovering the truth .
Honestly , reading half the book i wasnt able to figure out who this mystery helper was . But somewhere later on i kind of figured out who this ' helper' of theirs was . And trust me when i say this i was soooo damn happy to know i was right !!! Why was i sooo happy , well we can say that you'll be surprised to know who this person was .
This is definitely a must read , please check it out !! You'll love it :)
WOW , I'd call myself crazy if i were to say this book didnt hit me in the right places ;) !!
I totally loved this book , this was a very good mixture or romance , action and mystery . I could very well say this , it had all the makings of a great hollywood blockbuster . Sophistication , style , panache you name it this book had it all .
I loved the book cover , it was the first thing that got me excited to read this book .
The second , was obviously the synopsis . Ashley Fitsgerald is a woman tormented by nightmares of her past . An accident that left her an orphan . Ron Nobles , a man battling to clear his fathers name accused of something he didnt do . Together they seek to uncover the truth , but the bad guys are not far behind and will stop at nothing to make sure the truth never comes out .
This book is definitely for ' mystery - thriller ' readers . What i really liked about this book was its uniqueness compared to other ' mystery ' reads . In this book , the reader knows who exactly the bad guys are but the mystery part kicks in when someone tries to help Ashley and Ron in uncovering the truth .
Honestly , reading half the book i wasnt able to figure out who this mystery helper was . But somewhere later on i kind of figured out who this ' helper' of theirs was . And trust me when i say this i was soooo damn happy to know i was right !!! Why was i sooo happy , well we can say that you'll be surprised to know who this person was .
This is definitely a must read , please check it out !! You'll love it :)
April 13, 2012
I love, love, love this book. The characters are well thought out, intriguing, and true to life. Ednah Walters writes a fantastic story, and has written, by leaps and bounds, THE best love-making scene I have ever read in a romance novel, and then supplemented it with three more fairly descriptive accounts throughout the book.
Many Authors have discussed how writing a Romance novel is like following a formula, but I believe Ms. Walters goes above an beyond the romance genre norm and gives us all a little extra boost. Her writing style is engaging and thought provoking, the suspense grips you to the chair, and you simply cannot put this book down (Much like Julie Garwood's novel of the same name, though both the story and the characters are so incredibly different)
If you even like romances a little bit, you will enjoy this book!
Many Authors have discussed how writing a Romance novel is like following a formula, but I believe Ms. Walters goes above an beyond the romance genre norm and gives us all a little extra boost. Her writing style is engaging and thought provoking, the suspense grips you to the chair, and you simply cannot put this book down (Much like Julie Garwood's novel of the same name, though both the story and the characters are so incredibly different)
If you even like romances a little bit, you will enjoy this book!
May 27, 2015
Slow Burn es el primer libro de la serie The Fitzgerald Family de la autora E. B. Walters, ademas de mi primera lectura de la autora.
La historia al principio tiene un ritmo bastante lento y por esa razon tarde tanto en terminar la lectura, no podia leer mas de un par de capitulos seguidos sin que la lectura se me hiciera tediosa, hasta que llegue a la mitad, entonces el ritmo es mas fluido y la lectura se me paso en un instante. Uno de los aspectos que mas me gusto de la historia fue la trama, era muy entretenida, sobre todo con la parte del suspence, aun asi me faltaron algunos elementos para que el libro fuera aun mejor pero reconozco que para ser el primero de una saga fue muy interesante, ademas de estar muy bien escrito.
Estoy segura de que continuare leyendo esta serie.
3 Estrellas!
June 9, 2011
One word, three syllables.....A...MAZ...ING!!!
Romance and mystery, you just can't get any better....Ashley lost her parents in a fire 10 years ago...Ron lost his father in that same fire. He has been receiving letters making him think that the fire was not an accident. He's on a mission to open the case and find the truth. But one person knows the truth, Ashley. Can he convince her to help? Find out what really happened? Will Ron be able to keep his hands off Ashley? Will Ashley finally trust someone again? Hell, I'm not telling, read the book. And its a good one!!!
Romance and mystery, you just can't get any better....Ashley lost her parents in a fire 10 years ago...Ron lost his father in that same fire. He has been receiving letters making him think that the fire was not an accident. He's on a mission to open the case and find the truth. But one person knows the truth, Ashley. Can he convince her to help? Find out what really happened? Will Ron be able to keep his hands off Ashley? Will Ashley finally trust someone again? Hell, I'm not telling, read the book. And its a good one!!!
August 7, 2014
I actually enjoyed this read. Nothing that you can complain about this story or unless a little for me.....Always picky or always annoying is what I would call it :) Now I like the characters they connect and when that happens I connect with them.
When Ron and Ashley meet hmm sparks happen and then for me the story flows. You cannot say that it dragged cause really it has flirting, angst, suspense and yes don't forget hot hump scenes that is actually not too over the top. So I like all what this book brings. Action. Now the only thing is will I continue with the series??
When Ron and Ashley meet hmm sparks happen and then for me the story flows. You cannot say that it dragged cause really it has flirting, angst, suspense and yes don't forget hot hump scenes that is actually not too over the top. So I like all what this book brings. Action. Now the only thing is will I continue with the series??
May 16, 2011
I.loved.this.book! Passion, mystery, suspense, steamy romance, and lots of twists and turns await you in this book. I won it through a blog contest and am so lucky to have an autographed copy of this amazing book!!! I was drawn in to the story from the very beginning and the characters became very real to me. I couldn't put this book down and I cannot wait to read what's next for Ron and Ashley. Well done Ednah!
August 18, 2016
I loved this book! Loved the characters, the plot line and the writing. This starts out as a who done it with psychological ramifications. The love affair develops slowly as the protagonists cannot fight the relentless draw they feel to each other. Ashley and Ronald will need to come terms with all the lies and misinformation of the last 10 years in order to move on with their lives.
Gripping story full of mystery and passion. A must read!
Gripping story full of mystery and passion. A must read!
July 31, 2012
Ednah Walters is going to be one of my favourite finds of the year. This book had a fast pace, a storyline I haven't already read a thousand times, as well as enough smexy times to make me a happy little romance reader. Enjoyed all the characters, even the villians.
Will be reading more of this series for sure.
Will be reading more of this series for sure.
May 4, 2014
I really enjoyed this book.
April 13, 2011
Demented Arsonist – Talented Artist – Firefighter who wants the truth exposed- will the truth find its way, or will they find themselves buried with it?
Ashley Fitzgerald witnessed the death of her parents in a tragic fire on her 15th birthday, for ten years she has blocked all memory of that horrid night. Ashley has chosen to move on with life, paint to her hearts desire, photograph what she loves and deal with the nightmares that hold the truth.
Ashley is a successful artist-photographer, living her life with no added complications until one morning her male model turns up at her door and she asks him to strip to his briefs, ready for a session, when he informs her that he is not who she thinks he is. He is indeed the son of the man who died saving her from the fire in Calyle house 10 years prior. Ron Noble. Ron believes the fire may have been deliberately lit; Ashley just wants to move on, she has accepted what has happened.
Did someone kill Ashley’s parents? Was the fire set deliberately?
Ron wants to expose the truth, and he needs Ashley on his side, to do so.
Ron Noble wants to find out what happened that dreaded night. Ashley understands his pain they both lost loved ones, feeling drawn to Ron not only for his charming ways, but feels maybe it is time to find out the truth... Ashley agrees to help Ron, the electricity between them is sizzling, they both feel it, but as secrets are unraveled, mysteries divulged, they find themselves in a whirlwind of turns and twists they could never have imagined. People on the list are getting killed, the toll is getting higher and more is at stake that then could ever have imagined. It’s left up to Ashley to remember details of the accident something that will change her life forever.
Wow!!!!
I must say this romantic thriller, was filled with twists and turns at every corner. I was intrigued from beginning to end with this read, and at one stage I felt like a crazed reader, flickering through 100 miles per hour just to find out whom, what, where and why!!!
A suspenseful thriller- romance that will leave you bewildered, guessing and wandering who the killer was, and why. An unpredictable plot by any means, suspense that will leave you gasping, unexpected events that will bring tears to your eyes; make you fume at events that take place, and also making the plot both intriguing and memorable. Chapters flowed smoothly, the plot was fast paced, and kept the reader interested throughout from beginning to end. I felt not a thing was missed or rushed...
Slow burn was filled with luscious sensual love scenes, that not only with have your toes curling, eyelashes fluttering, but your heart racing like a bird in flight. Moments where you will find yourself grinning with amusement at the funny antics between the characters, and moments where you heart is being played like a marionette and scenes where you want to just jump into the book.
The main characters were well developed, Ron – was charming and flirtatious, cocky, and hot to trot, a rich businessman, and every womans ideal dream boat - yet also has his own vunerabilites, this showed the reader he was not that perfect hot firefighter- playboy and that he also had issues he had to deal with. Loving and caring and sexy an idealistic hero for all. A tortured soul to a certain extent.
Ashley was hot headed when she needed to be and independent, caring and considerate, but also I enjoyed her straight forward character, she liked the truth and believed to give it at all costs. She was passionate about her work and the ones she loved, determined to do what it took to keep the ones she loved out of danger.
The blazing attraction between Ron and Ashley was mesmerizing, tantalizing and passionate. Sex scenes were sensual and loving, electrifying- if you make call it, yet at times also dreamy and transient. Their love was portrayed, tastefully and emotionally giving a good insight to their feelings. Both the good and the bad moments. The descriptions in this story were Fluent, expressive and rhythmic well above defined, there is nothing quite like reading a book and being able to envisage scenery, scents and smells. I am one for great descriptions and this book does not disappoint.
Secondary characters all blended in well, nothing missed out and even the villains were portrayed as noxious, and demented. Definitely incalculable. Making you dislike the character. The other characters, loyal and faithful, and heartfelt. I enjoyed all the characters in Slow Burn, each and every one unique and necessary for the plot to unwind.
Overall, I must say, I had Goosebumps by the end, Held my breath and hoped for the best …. I am a dramatic reader, but you know when you have read a good book when it pulls at your emotions and when the end is done … you sigh! And breathe… I’m sure I held my breath last few chapters..
A capricious read !!!! I’m sure you will enjoy.
Look forward to reading more of the Fitzgerald series.
Ashley Fitzgerald witnessed the death of her parents in a tragic fire on her 15th birthday, for ten years she has blocked all memory of that horrid night. Ashley has chosen to move on with life, paint to her hearts desire, photograph what she loves and deal with the nightmares that hold the truth.
Ashley is a successful artist-photographer, living her life with no added complications until one morning her male model turns up at her door and she asks him to strip to his briefs, ready for a session, when he informs her that he is not who she thinks he is. He is indeed the son of the man who died saving her from the fire in Calyle house 10 years prior. Ron Noble. Ron believes the fire may have been deliberately lit; Ashley just wants to move on, she has accepted what has happened.
Did someone kill Ashley’s parents? Was the fire set deliberately?
Ron wants to expose the truth, and he needs Ashley on his side, to do so.
Ron Noble wants to find out what happened that dreaded night. Ashley understands his pain they both lost loved ones, feeling drawn to Ron not only for his charming ways, but feels maybe it is time to find out the truth... Ashley agrees to help Ron, the electricity between them is sizzling, they both feel it, but as secrets are unraveled, mysteries divulged, they find themselves in a whirlwind of turns and twists they could never have imagined. People on the list are getting killed, the toll is getting higher and more is at stake that then could ever have imagined. It’s left up to Ashley to remember details of the accident something that will change her life forever.
Wow!!!!
I must say this romantic thriller, was filled with twists and turns at every corner. I was intrigued from beginning to end with this read, and at one stage I felt like a crazed reader, flickering through 100 miles per hour just to find out whom, what, where and why!!!
A suspenseful thriller- romance that will leave you bewildered, guessing and wandering who the killer was, and why. An unpredictable plot by any means, suspense that will leave you gasping, unexpected events that will bring tears to your eyes; make you fume at events that take place, and also making the plot both intriguing and memorable. Chapters flowed smoothly, the plot was fast paced, and kept the reader interested throughout from beginning to end. I felt not a thing was missed or rushed...
Slow burn was filled with luscious sensual love scenes, that not only with have your toes curling, eyelashes fluttering, but your heart racing like a bird in flight. Moments where you will find yourself grinning with amusement at the funny antics between the characters, and moments where you heart is being played like a marionette and scenes where you want to just jump into the book.
The main characters were well developed, Ron – was charming and flirtatious, cocky, and hot to trot, a rich businessman, and every womans ideal dream boat - yet also has his own vunerabilites, this showed the reader he was not that perfect hot firefighter- playboy and that he also had issues he had to deal with. Loving and caring and sexy an idealistic hero for all. A tortured soul to a certain extent.
Ashley was hot headed when she needed to be and independent, caring and considerate, but also I enjoyed her straight forward character, she liked the truth and believed to give it at all costs. She was passionate about her work and the ones she loved, determined to do what it took to keep the ones she loved out of danger.
The blazing attraction between Ron and Ashley was mesmerizing, tantalizing and passionate. Sex scenes were sensual and loving, electrifying- if you make call it, yet at times also dreamy and transient. Their love was portrayed, tastefully and emotionally giving a good insight to their feelings. Both the good and the bad moments. The descriptions in this story were Fluent, expressive and rhythmic well above defined, there is nothing quite like reading a book and being able to envisage scenery, scents and smells. I am one for great descriptions and this book does not disappoint.
Secondary characters all blended in well, nothing missed out and even the villains were portrayed as noxious, and demented. Definitely incalculable. Making you dislike the character. The other characters, loyal and faithful, and heartfelt. I enjoyed all the characters in Slow Burn, each and every one unique and necessary for the plot to unwind.
Overall, I must say, I had Goosebumps by the end, Held my breath and hoped for the best …. I am a dramatic reader, but you know when you have read a good book when it pulls at your emotions and when the end is done … you sigh! And breathe… I’m sure I held my breath last few chapters..
A capricious read !!!! I’m sure you will enjoy.
Look forward to reading more of the Fitzgerald series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 20, 2020
Slow Burn nos cuenta la historia de Ashley Fitzgerald, una artista de renombre, que perdió a sus padres en un incendio hace diez años, cuando ella tenía quince años. La historia comienza con ella queriendo comprar la casa en la que ocurrió dicho suceso, porque cree que es la única manera de que las pesadillas de aquella noche la dejen tranquila.
Todo se complica cuando el hijo de la dueña de la casa, Ron Noble, se presenta en su casa buscando respuestas. Ashley lo confunde con uno de sus modelos, así que Ron toma la oportunidad para charlar con la artista tan ocupada. El padre de él murió en el mismo incendio en el que fallecieron los padres de ella, y lo peor es que circula el rumor por ahí de que el incendio fue provocado y… que fue el padre de Ron quien lo inició. Ahora, diez años después, Ron quiere saber lo que sucedió en realidad, aunque eso suponga que su padre quede como un héroe… o un asesino.
El Ron de veinte años decidió aceptar lo que ponía en el informe oficial: había sido problema de unos cables defectuosos. Ahora, ha empezado a recibir cartas anónimas con un listado de nombres. Él los localiza a todos y habla con ellos… o al menos lo intenta, porque nadie quiere saber nada del tema. De hecho, evitan hablar de ello. Entre los nombres aparece el de Ashley Fitzgerald, así que decide que no tiene nada que perder. Ella al principio está muy desconfiada, de él y de hablar del tema. Le ha costado superar mucho aquél trauma y lo que menos le apetece es rememorar aquella noche. Pero al final decide ayudar a Ron, porque es lo que tiene que hacer por sus padres y para al fin dejar el accidente atrás de una vez por todas.
Gracias a estos sobre anónimos y la ayuda de varias personas, las cosas se van aclarando poco a poco. Y, de paso, estos dos pues se enamoran perdidamente el uno del otro.
Al principio Ashley me ha encantado. Es un personaje fuerte, madura, sabe lo que quiere en la vida y no duda en usar todos los medios habidos y por haber para conseguirlo, incluida la manipulación (todavía estoy debatiendo conmigo misma si eso es algo bueno o malo, jaja). Dice las cosas claras y tal como las sientes. Y un punto muy a favor es que, aunque se derrita en su interior por Ron cada vez que lo ve (quién no), le deja las cosas claras y le responde con mordacidad. Lo mejor de todo es que no actúa como una idiota a su alrededor, como suele pasar con algunas protagonistas, que parecen que pierde todo sentido común y poder de pensar por sí mismas.
De hecho, hay un momento en el libro que Ashley quiere encontrar unas cartas y en su búsqueda se encuentra con algunas cosas de sus padres y llora. En ese momento, llega Ron y le pregunta que si ha sido su culpa, que si ha hecho o dicho algo mal. La respuesta de Ashley es: «¿Qué te hace pensar que podías hacer o decir algo que me redujera a lágrimas, Noble?». La verdad es que fue una respuesta un poco arrogante por parte de Ron, sobre todo teniendo en cuenta que habían hablado un total de dos veces y esa sería como la tercera vez que se veían en su vida. Me pareció una respuesta totalmente genial.
Y no tiene miedo a ser irrespetuosa si eso significa librarse de alguien que está siendo un poco pesado:
En serio, esa es una señora contestación, jaja.
Ron dirige una rama de la empresa de seguridad de su familia (que si no fuera por un par de veces que menciona y aparece trabajando diría que subsiste a base de aire) y es el típico protagonista excepcionalmente guapo que atrae las miradas de todo el mundo, con piel dorada, ojos azules y pelo negro. Tiene una meta, descubrir la verdad, y no va a parar hasta descubrirla, y Ashley no va a ser un obstáculo, y menos con la reputación de mujeriego que tiene (pretends to be shocked). Sinceramente, Ron no ha sido nada que no haya leído antes. Arrogante, guapo, millonario, mujeriego, jefe de una empresa, con un avión privado, que nunca ha tenido ninguna relación seria con ninguna mujer y, claro, no se iba a enamorar de Ashley porque, psssh, él no hace eso.
Y, claro, estos personajes suelen venir con una personalidad que deja mucho que desear.
En el mismo capítulo en el que Ashley le dice que él no tenía nada que ver con el motivo de su llanto, Ron le comenta que la ha visto hablando con el hijo del vecino de su madre, y, claro, después de haber hablado unas cuantas veces, ¿por qué no iba a sentir celos porque Ashley estuviera hablando con otro hombre? Es totalmente razonable, ¿cierto? Y también lo es que le insinúe con toda su hermosa cara que ella le ha ofrecido su cuerpo al hijo del vecino para conseguir la casa que Ashley quiere comprar.
Ah, pero la respuesta de Ashley es tan malditamente satisfactoria.
Ron se disculpa, claro, por «sacar conclusiones precipitadas» y por acusarla de hacer «algo poco ético». Pero eso no es todo, porque Ashley le importa más bien poco sus disculpas y está reticente a aceptarlas. Ron piensa en ese momento: «¿por qué no puede aceptar nada con gracia?». Perdóname, amigo, pero cualquiera desconfiaría de ti después de decirle que se «ha vendido» por un «favor».
Y, además, en cierto momento Ron se molesta con Ashley porque le está haciendo muchas preguntas relacionadas con su investigación. Piensa que no quiere que ella se involucre porque «es demasiado personal» y «lo único que quería de ella era la información enterrada en los recovecos de su mente». Espera, espera, a ver si lo entiendo. Vas a su casa aun cuando ella te había dicho que no podía atenderte (porque antes de todo esto la llama a su teléfono para concertar una cita para hacer un retrato para su abuela moribunda con el fin de hablar con ella), le empiezas a preguntar cosas que la muchacha no quiere rememorar, quieres que te cuente todo lo que pasó esa noche y que te hable de la muerte de sus padres… pero para ti es demasiado personal. ¿Y qué pasa con ella? ¿la muerte de sus padres no es «demasiado personal»? no hay que ser muy inteligente saber que tuvo que pasar por un trauma, y más sabiendo que ella estaba allí aquella noche y que una persona murió por ella. Y si a todo esto le sumamos que es un extraño, pues…
Luego está el pequeño problema que se le presenta, . Así que le propone una solución, , a lo que ella se niega rotundamente, porque no quiere volver a pasar por todo el sufrimiento y sabe que le va a doler como si el suceso hubiera ocurrido el día anterior en lugar de hace diez años. ¿Que no lo quieres hacer? No pasa nada, porque yo te seduzco y te manipulo (y aquí vamos otra vez con este tema) para que hagas lo que yo quiera. Ese es el razonamiento de Ron. Ella le contesta que «él no es nadie para entrar en su vida y dictar lo que debe o no debe hacer». Intenta por todos los medios que acceda a ello, sabiendo todo lo que sabe, que ella no quiere y aún así, la seduce para que cambie de opinión.
Aquí es cuando Ashley me ha empezado a caer un pelín mal. Es decir, está tan segura de que no quiere hacerlo, y basta que llegue su primo de visita (con Ron aún en su casa) para que cambie de opinión. O sea, es que pasa del sí al no en menos de cinco minutos. Sus razones son totalmente válidas y lógicas («Ya es hora de que me enfrente a lo que vi aquella noche. No puedo seguir con miedo toda mi vida»). Pensaba que al menos lo iba a reflexionar durante un par de días porque es una decisión complicada que hay que meditar bien. Pero no que lo decida a los cinco segundos…
Cuando se admite a sí misma que se ha enamorado de Ron (que, debo añadir, que esto ocurre antes de llegar a la mitad del libro) y descubre que alguien va tras ella por lo que «sabe» de esa noche, la policía le ofrece vigilancia (que por una vez en libros/películas la policía hace algo!) y ella se niega. ¡Se niega! Es decir, tiene a un maldito psicópata por ahí suelto que no duda en matar y en dar palizas a todo el que sepa lo más mínimo del incidente (incluido su tío), pero lo rechaza porque «de ningún modo iba a permitir que invadiesen su intimidad». Ron intenta razonar con ella y le plantea incluso que se vaya una temporada a vivir con él o que incluso se mude una temporada con sus primos. «La idea de que le sucediera cualquier cosa a uno de sus primos porque ella no podía cuidar de sí misma, la aterraba». Claro, claro… estamos hablando de «cuidarse» de un maldito loco psicópata que deja bien claro desde el primer momento que hará lo imposible para callar bocas…
Y, claro, a raíz de todo el asunto del psicópata este, ata cabos y cae que el que Ron esté a su lado lo pone en peligro. Así que lo aleja. ¿Y qué hace para conseguirlo? Aceptar el trato de la policía de la vigilancia, pero a cambio de que le prohíban a Ron subir a su apartamento o incluso que se acerque a ella. ¿Para qué? Para que a los tres días recapacite y caiga en que su actitud es ridícula y para sentirse decepcionada cuando la llaman por teléfono y no es Ron. Demasiado rápido te perdona, amiga.
En fin. Y ya para rematar, el final.
Así que estoy dudando entre 2 y 3 estrellas, porque ha estado bien pero tampoco ha sido nada del otro mundo. Creo que me voy a decantar por el 2,5. La verdad que por los primeros capítulos, cómo me enganchó y atrapó la historia pensaba que me iba a gustar mucho. Tiene un ritmo ágil y toda la trama del incendio es interesante. Pero le ha faltado algo…
Todo se complica cuando el hijo de la dueña de la casa, Ron Noble, se presenta en su casa buscando respuestas. Ashley lo confunde con uno de sus modelos, así que Ron toma la oportunidad para charlar con la artista tan ocupada. El padre de él murió en el mismo incendio en el que fallecieron los padres de ella, y lo peor es que circula el rumor por ahí de que el incendio fue provocado y… que fue el padre de Ron quien lo inició. Ahora, diez años después, Ron quiere saber lo que sucedió en realidad, aunque eso suponga que su padre quede como un héroe… o un asesino.
El Ron de veinte años decidió aceptar lo que ponía en el informe oficial: había sido problema de unos cables defectuosos. Ahora, ha empezado a recibir cartas anónimas con un listado de nombres. Él los localiza a todos y habla con ellos… o al menos lo intenta, porque nadie quiere saber nada del tema. De hecho, evitan hablar de ello. Entre los nombres aparece el de Ashley Fitzgerald, así que decide que no tiene nada que perder. Ella al principio está muy desconfiada, de él y de hablar del tema. Le ha costado superar mucho aquél trauma y lo que menos le apetece es rememorar aquella noche. Pero al final decide ayudar a Ron, porque es lo que tiene que hacer por sus padres y para al fin dejar el accidente atrás de una vez por todas.
Gracias a estos sobre anónimos y la ayuda de varias personas, las cosas se van aclarando poco a poco. Y, de paso, estos dos pues se enamoran perdidamente el uno del otro.
Al principio Ashley me ha encantado. Es un personaje fuerte, madura, sabe lo que quiere en la vida y no duda en usar todos los medios habidos y por haber para conseguirlo, incluida la manipulación (todavía estoy debatiendo conmigo misma si eso es algo bueno o malo, jaja). Dice las cosas claras y tal como las sientes. Y un punto muy a favor es que, aunque se derrita en su interior por Ron cada vez que lo ve (quién no), le deja las cosas claras y le responde con mordacidad. Lo mejor de todo es que no actúa como una idiota a su alrededor, como suele pasar con algunas protagonistas, que parecen que pierde todo sentido común y poder de pensar por sí mismas.
De hecho, hay un momento en el libro que Ashley quiere encontrar unas cartas y en su búsqueda se encuentra con algunas cosas de sus padres y llora. En ese momento, llega Ron y le pregunta que si ha sido su culpa, que si ha hecho o dicho algo mal. La respuesta de Ashley es: «¿Qué te hace pensar que podías hacer o decir algo que me redujera a lágrimas, Noble?». La verdad es que fue una respuesta un poco arrogante por parte de Ron, sobre todo teniendo en cuenta que habían hablado un total de dos veces y esa sería como la tercera vez que se veían en su vida. Me pareció una respuesta totalmente genial.
Y no tiene miedo a ser irrespetuosa si eso significa librarse de alguien que está siendo un poco pesado:
―Yo siempre insisto en acompañar a una dama a su coche.
―Entonces estás de suerte hoy. No soy una dama.
En serio, esa es una señora contestación, jaja.
Ron dirige una rama de la empresa de seguridad de su familia (que si no fuera por un par de veces que menciona y aparece trabajando diría que subsiste a base de aire) y es el típico protagonista excepcionalmente guapo que atrae las miradas de todo el mundo, con piel dorada, ojos azules y pelo negro. Tiene una meta, descubrir la verdad, y no va a parar hasta descubrirla, y Ashley no va a ser un obstáculo, y menos con la reputación de mujeriego que tiene (pretends to be shocked). Sinceramente, Ron no ha sido nada que no haya leído antes. Arrogante, guapo, millonario, mujeriego, jefe de una empresa, con un avión privado, que nunca ha tenido ninguna relación seria con ninguna mujer y, claro, no se iba a enamorar de Ashley porque, psssh, él no hace eso.
Y, claro, estos personajes suelen venir con una personalidad que deja mucho que desear.
En el mismo capítulo en el que Ashley le dice que él no tenía nada que ver con el motivo de su llanto, Ron le comenta que la ha visto hablando con el hijo del vecino de su madre, y, claro, después de haber hablado unas cuantas veces, ¿por qué no iba a sentir celos porque Ashley estuviera hablando con otro hombre? Es totalmente razonable, ¿cierto? Y también lo es que le insinúe con toda su hermosa cara que ella le ha ofrecido su cuerpo al hijo del vecino para conseguir la casa que Ashley quiere comprar.
Ah, pero la respuesta de Ashley es tan malditamente satisfactoria.
Ron se disculpa, claro, por «sacar conclusiones precipitadas» y por acusarla de hacer «algo poco ético». Pero eso no es todo, porque Ashley le importa más bien poco sus disculpas y está reticente a aceptarlas. Ron piensa en ese momento: «¿por qué no puede aceptar nada con gracia?». Perdóname, amigo, pero cualquiera desconfiaría de ti después de decirle que se «ha vendido» por un «favor».
Y, además, en cierto momento Ron se molesta con Ashley porque le está haciendo muchas preguntas relacionadas con su investigación. Piensa que no quiere que ella se involucre porque «es demasiado personal» y «lo único que quería de ella era la información enterrada en los recovecos de su mente». Espera, espera, a ver si lo entiendo. Vas a su casa aun cuando ella te había dicho que no podía atenderte (porque antes de todo esto la llama a su teléfono para concertar una cita para hacer un retrato para su abuela moribunda con el fin de hablar con ella), le empiezas a preguntar cosas que la muchacha no quiere rememorar, quieres que te cuente todo lo que pasó esa noche y que te hable de la muerte de sus padres… pero para ti es demasiado personal. ¿Y qué pasa con ella? ¿la muerte de sus padres no es «demasiado personal»? no hay que ser muy inteligente saber que tuvo que pasar por un trauma, y más sabiendo que ella estaba allí aquella noche y que una persona murió por ella. Y si a todo esto le sumamos que es un extraño, pues…
Luego está el pequeño problema que se le presenta, . Así que le propone una solución, , a lo que ella se niega rotundamente, porque no quiere volver a pasar por todo el sufrimiento y sabe que le va a doler como si el suceso hubiera ocurrido el día anterior en lugar de hace diez años. ¿Que no lo quieres hacer? No pasa nada, porque yo te seduzco y te manipulo (y aquí vamos otra vez con este tema) para que hagas lo que yo quiera. Ese es el razonamiento de Ron. Ella le contesta que «él no es nadie para entrar en su vida y dictar lo que debe o no debe hacer». Intenta por todos los medios que acceda a ello, sabiendo todo lo que sabe, que ella no quiere y aún así, la seduce para que cambie de opinión.
Aquí es cuando Ashley me ha empezado a caer un pelín mal. Es decir, está tan segura de que no quiere hacerlo, y basta que llegue su primo de visita (con Ron aún en su casa) para que cambie de opinión. O sea, es que pasa del sí al no en menos de cinco minutos. Sus razones son totalmente válidas y lógicas («Ya es hora de que me enfrente a lo que vi aquella noche. No puedo seguir con miedo toda mi vida»). Pensaba que al menos lo iba a reflexionar durante un par de días porque es una decisión complicada que hay que meditar bien. Pero no que lo decida a los cinco segundos…
Cuando se admite a sí misma que se ha enamorado de Ron (que, debo añadir, que esto ocurre antes de llegar a la mitad del libro) y descubre que alguien va tras ella por lo que «sabe» de esa noche, la policía le ofrece vigilancia (que por una vez en libros/películas la policía hace algo!) y ella se niega. ¡Se niega! Es decir, tiene a un maldito psicópata por ahí suelto que no duda en matar y en dar palizas a todo el que sepa lo más mínimo del incidente (incluido su tío), pero lo rechaza porque «de ningún modo iba a permitir que invadiesen su intimidad». Ron intenta razonar con ella y le plantea incluso que se vaya una temporada a vivir con él o que incluso se mude una temporada con sus primos. «La idea de que le sucediera cualquier cosa a uno de sus primos porque ella no podía cuidar de sí misma, la aterraba». Claro, claro… estamos hablando de «cuidarse» de un maldito loco psicópata que deja bien claro desde el primer momento que hará lo imposible para callar bocas…
Y, claro, a raíz de todo el asunto del psicópata este, ata cabos y cae que el que Ron esté a su lado lo pone en peligro. Así que lo aleja. ¿Y qué hace para conseguirlo? Aceptar el trato de la policía de la vigilancia, pero a cambio de que le prohíban a Ron subir a su apartamento o incluso que se acerque a ella. ¿Para qué? Para que a los tres días recapacite y caiga en que su actitud es ridícula y para sentirse decepcionada cuando la llaman por teléfono y no es Ron. Demasiado rápido te perdona, amiga.
En fin. Y ya para rematar, el final.
Así que estoy dudando entre 2 y 3 estrellas, porque ha estado bien pero tampoco ha sido nada del otro mundo. Creo que me voy a decantar por el 2,5. La verdad que por los primeros capítulos, cómo me enganchó y atrapó la historia pensaba que me iba a gustar mucho. Tiene un ritmo ágil y toda la trama del incendio es interesante. Pero le ha faltado algo…
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