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On Fire #2
Still Burning
Robert and Sam are back in this sequel to On Fire! Fire Chief Robert is completely unaware that Sam is having trouble with the residents of their small Canadian town. He doesn't hear any of the barbs that come Sam's way about them living together in an openly gay relationship. Much younger and not as well-loved by the whole town, Sam feels pretty much like an outsider, and things get rougher for him when Robert has an accident on the job. Sam finds out that some folks would prefer to see him gone, and some feel like he's not such a great influence on his third grade students. When Robert finds out about Sam's troubles, he sets out to put things right, working toward finding Sam the acceptance he so desperately craves, both in the community and in their own home. Can Robert make Sam understand how much he cares? Can Sam handle the new demands placed on his life by Robert's new commitment? Drew Zachary has created a wonderful pair of lovers and partners in the On Fire series, leading the reader through the everyday details of a couple who are still on fire for each other no matter what. On Fire 2: Still Burning opens a window on a life, and love, that are worth it, no matter how much Sam and Robert get burned.
216 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 2007
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Drew Zachary
40 books101 followersDrew Zachary is the pen-name of co-authors Chris Owen and Vic Winter.
"Born in the wilds of Canada, Drew grew up with an axe in one hand and a book in the other. Drew's love of writing is outshone only by his love of men. Lucky for him, he can combine the two.
From his father, Drew learned how to wield that axe, fix a carburetor and bake a mean can of beans using fire, gas or electricity. From his mother, he learned how to rotate the tires, turn apples into just about anything from cider to pie to a meatless lasagna, and how to swim. At twelve Drew ran away to join the circus, only to run away from it when he realized just how badly elephant poop stinks.
When Drew ran out of books to read he started writing his own and never looked back. His home is filled with books, unfinished manuscripts and his grandmother's knick knacks. His best friend is a dog named Barney and his pet fish keep him entertained for hours.
Drew writes about love because he still believes in it. Even though he's never found that special man himself, he's never given up hope. Well, never on a permanent basis, anyway."
Source:www.drewzachary.com
"Born in the wilds of Canada, Drew grew up with an axe in one hand and a book in the other. Drew's love of writing is outshone only by his love of men. Lucky for him, he can combine the two.
From his father, Drew learned how to wield that axe, fix a carburetor and bake a mean can of beans using fire, gas or electricity. From his mother, he learned how to rotate the tires, turn apples into just about anything from cider to pie to a meatless lasagna, and how to swim. At twelve Drew ran away to join the circus, only to run away from it when he realized just how badly elephant poop stinks.
When Drew ran out of books to read he started writing his own and never looked back. His home is filled with books, unfinished manuscripts and his grandmother's knick knacks. His best friend is a dog named Barney and his pet fish keep him entertained for hours.
Drew writes about love because he still believes in it. Even though he's never found that special man himself, he's never given up hope. Well, never on a permanent basis, anyway."
Source:www.drewzachary.com
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September 21, 2024
Uh... I don't think anyone will be surprised to know that this is basically 200 pages of smex. It's a wonder that these guys ever take the time to do anything else - like indulging in hobbies or pursuing new interests. Seriously. I'm not joking.
However, this still appealed to my enjoyment for reading about established couples, as Sam and Robert try to find a more secure footing in their small community - where obviously the love and desire have not diminished one bit. Not even a little. Nope.
You've been warned. Enjoy.
However, this still appealed to my enjoyment for reading about established couples, as Sam and Robert try to find a more secure footing in their small community - where obviously the love and desire have not diminished one bit. Not even a little. Nope.
You've been warned. Enjoy.
December 25, 2015
2.5 stars
This was not as entertaining as the first book.
This book features Sam and Robert again, but we are now 7 years later. And even though I loved it that in this book the characters did indeed feel more grown up, it was also a bit boring.
There was an overdose of sex and normally I am not one to complain about this. But it just didn’t really hold my interest and in the end I started skimming.
This was not as entertaining as the first book.
This book features Sam and Robert again, but we are now 7 years later. And even though I loved it that in this book the characters did indeed feel more grown up, it was also a bit boring.
There was an overdose of sex and normally I am not one to complain about this. But it just didn’t really hold my interest and in the end I started skimming.
June 26, 2013
Amazing sequel. I loved reading more of these hot boys!
Catching up with some of my favourite characters is always a pleasure for me. When I love a couple as much as I loved Sam and Robert that is definitely not a problem,it can be very hot, actually. Sequels can go wrong, but with a couple like this, that I love this much, I don't actually care about that. Again, this book was on fire! And again, I fell in love.
Sam and Robert are more "grown up" here. We see a lot of the same, lovable couple that we met in the first book, but now we see some issues they are facing.Like a bitch I wanted to slap across the face. Anyway, both characters have jobs, they live together and everyone knows who they are, which is not always a good thing. Some minor issues in their relationship, but nothing major.
There was a proposal, and a couple of parties, a lot of hot sex and that couple I just have to love. We had the funny moments, some serious scenes and just a whole lot of wonderful love from Robert and Sam. This book was probably more real than the first, but I didn't mind that muchor at all. I was just happy to have this chance, not every great book has a sequel.
So for fans of the first book, this is a must for afterwards. We will get a lovely catch up and something we don't always get, a nice solid HEA. I am so happy with this series and even though this gives us a HEA, I still want another one... Maybe?
Catching up with some of my favourite characters is always a pleasure for me. When I love a couple as much as I loved Sam and Robert that is definitely not a problem,
Sam and Robert are more "grown up" here. We see a lot of the same, lovable couple that we met in the first book, but now we see some issues they are facing.
There was a proposal, and a couple of parties, a lot of hot sex and that couple I just have to love. We had the funny moments, some serious scenes and just a whole lot of wonderful love from Robert and Sam. This book was probably more real than the first, but I didn't mind that much
So for fans of the first book, this is a must for afterwards. We will get a lovely catch up and something we don't always get, a nice solid HEA. I am so happy with this series and even though this gives us a HEA, I still want another one... Maybe?
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March 27, 2009Robert and Sam are living in a small town in British Columbia. Robert is the Chief Fire, and really he is the only fireman, cause his men are all volunteers. Sam is teaching in the elementary school and he loves his work, and loves more and more Robert. Everything seems perfect, but some nasty people are not so happy that their Chief Fire and one of their teachers are leaving together in an openly gay relationship. And they are not married, they live in "sin".
But now in Canada gay marriage is legal, so maybe one of the problem can be eliminated: but Sam will accept to marry Robert only to makes happy the community? Or maybe Sam will accept to marry Robert cause he obviously loves him?
In this second enstallment the age difference between Sam and Robert is only a minor issue, more relevant is who is who in their relationship, the respective roles. Robert is clearly the dominant character, at least physically: he is huge and muscular, and he is the kind of man "more actions than words". But Sam is pushy and dictatorial he manage to lead Robert where he wants and when he wants. He is not the girl in this relationship, and he is so sure of Robert's love, that he doesn't need a physicals proof to know it.
I love this couple and I love this second enstallment cause, despite all the problems they have to deal, they do it always together and never questioned the mutual love they share. This is a sequel that is faithful to the first book and that adds happy moment to the wonderful story that was On Fire. And last but not least, the sex is, like in the first book, hot, often and funny.
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But now in Canada gay marriage is legal, so maybe one of the problem can be eliminated: but Sam will accept to marry Robert only to makes happy the community? Or maybe Sam will accept to marry Robert cause he obviously loves him?
In this second enstallment the age difference between Sam and Robert is only a minor issue, more relevant is who is who in their relationship, the respective roles. Robert is clearly the dominant character, at least physically: he is huge and muscular, and he is the kind of man "more actions than words". But Sam is pushy and dictatorial he manage to lead Robert where he wants and when he wants. He is not the girl in this relationship, and he is so sure of Robert's love, that he doesn't need a physicals proof to know it.
I love this couple and I love this second enstallment cause, despite all the problems they have to deal, they do it always together and never questioned the mutual love they share. This is a sequel that is faithful to the first book and that adds happy moment to the wonderful story that was On Fire. And last but not least, the sex is, like in the first book, hot, often and funny.
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December 12, 2015
I like Robert and Sam but and I can't believe I'm saying this but for me this book had way too much sex and not enough plot.
I've never known 2 men go at it so frequently and so close together in time without any issues.
The author had started a plotline where Sam was being harassed by some of the townsfolk including his school principal and I am not sure if this was resolved when Brenda moved out of town but it seemed to be forgotten.
I liked that they got married and Sam in wedding planning mode was funny.
I've never known 2 men go at it so frequently and so close together in time without any issues.
The author had started a plotline where Sam was being harassed by some of the townsfolk including his school principal and I am not sure if this was resolved when Brenda moved out of town but it seemed to be forgotten.
I liked that they got married and Sam in wedding planning mode was funny.
May 11, 2011
Sam and Robert are back, both more mature. They have move to a small town where Robert is the Fire Chief and Sam is a school teacher. Their relationship is stronger and their love for each other has only grown stronger.
This story is just as hot, (Sam is STILL that horny guy for Robert),funny, sweet, sexy and endearing as the first one. There is a little added drama, but nothing either one of them cannot handle. I enjoyed this one just as much and would definitely recommend!
This story is just as hot, (Sam is STILL that horny guy for Robert),funny, sweet, sexy and endearing as the first one. There is a little added drama, but nothing either one of them cannot handle. I enjoyed this one just as much and would definitely recommend!
March 6, 2011
Enjoyed this a little more than the first. Still a light-hearted read, some conflict, but not over the top. But I just love Sammy & Robert! I think their relationship is the kind we all wish we could find...sweet as can be and hotter than hell! 4 1/2 stars
September 27, 2011
2.5 stars
This sequel was much better than the first book, at least it had a bit more depth to the relationship between Robert and Sam, A fun light read but still too much sex to keep me interested!
This sequel was much better than the first book, at least it had a bit more depth to the relationship between Robert and Sam, A fun light read but still too much sex to keep me interested!
August 20, 2011
Nice continuation of the series!
Still hot, still adorable and very funny sometimes :) I absolutely love Sam's dad and his dry humor, btw.
Still hot, still adorable and very funny sometimes :) I absolutely love Sam's dad and his dry humor, btw.
September 2, 2017
I liked this as it was an older Sam but still SAM. He still has the hots for his fireman but its timpered a bit with Robert's and his Adult Responsibilities. (There's still a bunch of sex!) Robert is still gorgeous (the town's females sigh when he's around) but Sam begins to notice the lack of respect he gets from the town's population even though he teaches at the school. Luckily there's an HEA.
November 3, 2012
A consistent continuation of On Fire
Warning: This review might contain what some people consider SPOILERS.
Rating: 7/10
PROS:
- Endearing characters beautifully devoted to each other.
- Funny, cute moments that speak of a strong, established relationship. As rare as it is these days to see two people stay together as long as 7 years, Zachary does well showing a long-standing couple who are still very much in love.
- Didn’t really like the way the idea of a wedding comes about, but I loved the wedding itself (well, basically, the whole resolution).
CONS:
- Some glaring editing issues. Typos, yes, but anyone who reads much of this genre learns to look past those; this book has some actual inconsistencies. For example, in Chapter 1, Robert describes Sam’s hair as “tipped with pink just now” and then two pages later as “blond hair cut funny but not sporting any color.”
- More conflict in this one than in the first, but Zachary doesn’t do as much with it as I expected him/her to. There’s very little tension between the two characters about one particular issue (which seemed unrealistic to me, but admittedly, I didn’t really WANT them to fight).
- Lots of sex that gets repetitive…but it occurs approximately every other chapter, so repetitiveness is only natural, I suppose.
Overall comments: Definitely a worthwhile read if you read and liked the first On Fire--Zachary kept the characters very consistent from the first volume to the second. Not for you if you’re looking for a book with a substantive plot.
Warning: This review might contain what some people consider SPOILERS.
Rating: 7/10
PROS:
- Endearing characters beautifully devoted to each other.
- Funny, cute moments that speak of a strong, established relationship. As rare as it is these days to see two people stay together as long as 7 years, Zachary does well showing a long-standing couple who are still very much in love.
- Didn’t really like the way the idea of a wedding comes about, but I loved the wedding itself (well, basically, the whole resolution).
CONS:
- Some glaring editing issues. Typos, yes, but anyone who reads much of this genre learns to look past those; this book has some actual inconsistencies. For example, in Chapter 1, Robert describes Sam’s hair as “tipped with pink just now” and then two pages later as “blond hair cut funny but not sporting any color.”
- More conflict in this one than in the first, but Zachary doesn’t do as much with it as I expected him/her to. There’s very little tension between the two characters about one particular issue (which seemed unrealistic to me, but admittedly, I didn’t really WANT them to fight).
- Lots of sex that gets repetitive…but it occurs approximately every other chapter, so repetitiveness is only natural, I suppose.
Overall comments: Definitely a worthwhile read if you read and liked the first On Fire--Zachary kept the characters very consistent from the first volume to the second. Not for you if you’re looking for a book with a substantive plot.
January 31, 2013
3.5
On Fire II is, as the title insinuates, the continuation of Sam and Robert's story in On Fire. And it's a pretty good one, all in all. It's set after the epilogue of part two and we get to know the struggles and the enjoyments of those two who are still going strong after 7 years of living together.
It wasn't as good as the first book, though. I found myself sometimes skipping the (very numerous) sex scenes - not because they were any less hot, but because they were pretty much exactly the same as in book one. Which isn't bad, but it got slightly repetitive. And this book was a bit too much on the mushy side for me. Still, it's Sam and Robert and I love them, so I can't not rate four stars! So I give 3.5 and round up to 4 :)
On Fire II is, as the title insinuates, the continuation of Sam and Robert's story in On Fire. And it's a pretty good one, all in all. It's set after the epilogue of part two and we get to know the struggles and the enjoyments of those two who are still going strong after 7 years of living together.
It wasn't as good as the first book, though. I found myself sometimes skipping the (very numerous) sex scenes - not because they were any less hot, but because they were pretty much exactly the same as in book one. Which isn't bad, but it got slightly repetitive. And this book was a bit too much on the mushy side for me. Still, it's Sam and Robert and I love them, so I can't not rate four stars! So I give 3.5 and round up to 4 :)
September 7, 2016
My favorite thing about Still Burning is how settled Sam and Robert are in their relationship. While there are still pages and pages of sex, there is also a strong base running through this entire book that speaks of the strength of these two men and of their love for each other.
This could very easily have become just another book about Sam and Robert having sex anywhere they possibly can (not to say that they don't take every opportunity as they are presented), but I truly appreciate how the author took it one step further in fleshing out these two men and their relationship to each other and the townsfolk where they live.
All in all, a delightful read that left me feeling warm and fuzzy on the inside by the time I'd finished this book.
This could very easily have become just another book about Sam and Robert having sex anywhere they possibly can (not to say that they don't take every opportunity as they are presented), but I truly appreciate how the author took it one step further in fleshing out these two men and their relationship to each other and the townsfolk where they live.
All in all, a delightful read that left me feeling warm and fuzzy on the inside by the time I'd finished this book.
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January 23, 2023The best thing about this book was that it was about a lasting relationship. Sam and Robert have been together for 6 years and are still very much in love and lust. They face a number of issues living in a small town community where Robert is fire chief and Sammy teaches school. However I felt there was lost opportunity in developing these story lines as the majority of the book is sex (admittedly well written sex).
On a side note, I bought the kindle version of this book via Amazon and it has a different cover (the cover is for a book called Seeing a Man About A Horse by Lorne Rodman) so I didn't see the book displayed on my Kindle and thought it hadn't downloaded properly.
On a side note, I bought the kindle version of this book via Amazon and it has a different cover (the cover is for a book called Seeing a Man About A Horse by Lorne Rodman) so I didn't see the book displayed on my Kindle and thought it hadn't downloaded properly.
May 23, 2011
How often is a sequel better than the first?! This book was absolutely brilliant - I loved this slice of reality, seeing Sam and Robert living their lives and dealing with the things that happen. Reality strikes during a fire, and the reaction of the townsfolk pushes Sam and Robert into making a decision that they would probably have made anyway.
I adored Sam planning the wedding - OMG, I remember that complete and utter hell - and yeah, I cried at the wedding! Perfect follow up - Drew Zachary rocks!
I adored Sam planning the wedding - OMG, I remember that complete and utter hell - and yeah, I cried at the wedding! Perfect follow up - Drew Zachary rocks!
August 20, 2016
In this sequel, Sam has graduated from college and he and Robert have moved to a small town where Sam teaches elementary school and Robert has taken the position of Fire Chief. Robert's easily accepting by the community, but Sam isn't seen as someone permanent. When Robert learns that Sam has had some trouble with intolerance, it brings up other problems he hadn't really seen in their relationship. This is a wonderful followup to On Fire. I love readying about the great couple!
September 14, 2012
Like the first book, this book is a wonderful sexcapade between Robert and Sam. I enjoyed this more than the first book because there was a bit more plot and deeper emotions. Sam and Robert are a good couple and, even after 7 years, they are still scorching hot in the bedroom (and the kitchen and the fire station...). Raw, loving, sweet, dirty the sex scenes were definitely good in this book. If you are looking a hot, kinda sugary read with really no angst, this is worth a look.
February 10, 2011
This is a very good sequel. I think you need to have read the first book, On Fire, to appreciate it to the fullest. The guys have grown since the first book, and yet have some new issues to work through. Not an "oh, no" to be had during the whole read, leaving a satisfied sigh at the end of the book.
(Small spoiler) I do wonder - does Charlie get a happy ending some day?
(Small spoiler) I do wonder - does Charlie get a happy ending some day?
April 21, 2012
Robert and Sam are what true love is all about. Things have settled but the sex life is still great and they are no less in love with each other. This is what love is all abt. Not the giddy feeling during the honeymoon period but knowing you won't be happier anywhere and with anyone else.
They get married and have pets. Sam's dad is ever so supportive. I love Ray Mauger!
They get married and have pets. Sam's dad is ever so supportive. I love Ray Mauger!
October 2, 2014
Just sweet and nice and easy to read. Spent a most enjoyable evening with On Fire II. As always, Zachary overdoes the sex scenes, so I did skip a few of them, but only a few. The ones I read were well done.
June 13, 2012
Yes, there was still a ton of sex in this book but there was a little bit more story. Sammy and Robert were cute and sweet together. Through the brief non-sex moments you are still able to get to know the characters. It was a good read.
August 16, 2008
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September 9, 2010
Follow-ip to On Fire, meet again Sam & Robert as they are together as a couple. Sweet and moving. Loved it
August 29, 2011
If you have read On Fire this is a definate must.
February 16, 2011
Good as the first.
August 27, 2011
And the fire just keeps burning! I don't think I could ever get tired of reading about Robert and Sam. Another great HOT book! Recommend!
April 11, 2013
A great light fluffy read, would've been 5*s but for some reason the cover for the kindle edition on Amazon is wrong/weird? It's just a silly publishing error like this that puts me off a little bit.
July 29, 2013
Hot and sexy .
July 12, 2021
The 2nd book in a great series. A fun, sexy story that follows up on the 1st one with sweet, lovable and fun characters and lots and lots of fun sex!
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