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Melt
In Melt by Natalie Anderson two frozen hearts collide...
Emma Reed closed her heart to love years ago after a lifetime spent getting kicked around foster homes and bad relationships. Now she's on a mission to prove she deserves her recent award to paint a mural for a research base in Antarctica. Nothing and no one is going to get in her way.
After months working in recovery zones around the world, Hunter Wilson planned to escape everything this holiday season by rebuilding a lab at the Kiwi Research Base. Alone. No to family, no to fun. It's isolation not intimacy he's aching for. But when he sees the determined artist, that ache becomes an urge - after all, shouldn't someone show her what two people can do with twenty-four hours of brilliant sunlight? In the coldest place on earth, even the most frozen hearts can melt.
Emma Reed closed her heart to love years ago after a lifetime spent getting kicked around foster homes and bad relationships. Now she's on a mission to prove she deserves her recent award to paint a mural for a research base in Antarctica. Nothing and no one is going to get in her way.
After months working in recovery zones around the world, Hunter Wilson planned to escape everything this holiday season by rebuilding a lab at the Kiwi Research Base. Alone. No to family, no to fun. It's isolation not intimacy he's aching for. But when he sees the determined artist, that ache becomes an urge - after all, shouldn't someone show her what two people can do with twenty-four hours of brilliant sunlight? In the coldest place on earth, even the most frozen hearts can melt.
85 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 6, 2011
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Natalie Anderson
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Natalie Anderson is a USA TODAY bestselling author. She writes emotional contemporary romances full of sparkling banter, sizzling heat and uplifting endings—perfect for readers who love to escape with everyday empowered heroines and arrogant alphas who are too sexy for their own good.
With over five million books sold, her stories are translated into more than a dozen languages, she’s been a Romantic Times Award nominee and a finalist for the R*BY (Romantic Book of the Year).
When she’s not writing, you’ll find her wrangling her four fab kids, walking Alfie, the mini schnauzer and laughing with her husband at the end of the day–unless they’ve taken Romeo, the Campervan for a spin. She lives in Christchurch, New Zealand.
Natalie Anderson is a USA TODAY bestselling author. She writes emotional contemporary romances full of sparkling banter, sizzling heat and uplifting endings—perfect for readers who love to escape with everyday empowered heroines and arrogant alphas who are too sexy for their own good.
With over five million books sold, her stories are translated into more than a dozen languages, she’s been a Romantic Times Award nominee and a finalist for the R*BY (Romantic Book of the Year).
When she’s not writing, you’ll find her wrangling her four fab kids, walking Alfie, the mini schnauzer and laughing with her husband at the end of the day–unless they’ve taken Romeo, the Campervan for a spin. She lives in Christchurch, New Zealand.
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September 8, 2025
I thought this novella, set in Antartica, would deliver melting panties and hot sex, but no. I couldn't have been more wrong. There's just one kiss and one boring sex scene, but no real tension, chemistry, or emotion. The author's attempt at sexy banter falls flat as well, as it's limited to empty phrases such as: "It's not the size that matters." and "I'm not going to sleep with you. – I didn't say anything about sleeping."
Ultimately, the only thing that melted was my brain.
Ultimately, the only thing that melted was my brain.
December 23, 2011
Another Hot read from a terrific author. I loved the storyline and learning a little about life in the antarctic.
December 23, 2011
Quick, heartwarming read with two very likeable protagonists. This is the first title that I have read the author - it won't be the last.
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December 27, 2011
MELT by Natalie Anderson is a December 2011 release from Entangled Publishing.
To escape family during holidays, Hunter Wilson goes to Antarctica to work. He’s looking forward to isolation intimacy is the last thing on his list. Then he meets Emma Reed, who is headed there as well to work on an art project. Hunter flirts with Emma outrageously but steps back from getting too serious. Still he can’t deny the spark he feels for her. He is determined to show Emma what they can do to have fun in a place where night has no meaning.
Emma can also feel her frozen heart thaw after a lifelong of broken trusts and relationships. Will she take what Hunter offered? Will their hearts melt in this frozen place?
MELT is a story which has a strong conflict and sizzling sexual tension. The characters are smart and sharp-witted and match up perfectly. I can’t actually point out the difference in Natalie Anderson’s other titles although there is a subtle variation in that the hero is alpha yet he flirts and is a funny loveable character who is not serious all the time! It was a pleasure to meet Hunter and go with him on his journey to discover love. And Emma was witty and charming. This was a fun read and the ending was simply excellent!
To escape family during holidays, Hunter Wilson goes to Antarctica to work. He’s looking forward to isolation intimacy is the last thing on his list. Then he meets Emma Reed, who is headed there as well to work on an art project. Hunter flirts with Emma outrageously but steps back from getting too serious. Still he can’t deny the spark he feels for her. He is determined to show Emma what they can do to have fun in a place where night has no meaning.
Emma can also feel her frozen heart thaw after a lifelong of broken trusts and relationships. Will she take what Hunter offered? Will their hearts melt in this frozen place?
MELT is a story which has a strong conflict and sizzling sexual tension. The characters are smart and sharp-witted and match up perfectly. I can’t actually point out the difference in Natalie Anderson’s other titles although there is a subtle variation in that the hero is alpha yet he flirts and is a funny loveable character who is not serious all the time! It was a pleasure to meet Hunter and go with him on his journey to discover love. And Emma was witty and charming. This was a fun read and the ending was simply excellent!
January 4, 2012
3.75 Stars
Hunter and Emma meet on the way to work on projects in Antarctica. There is an instant attraction on the plane, which Emma refuses to acknowledge and Hunter wants to explore.
Even though they want totally different things out of life, Hunter and Emma are perfect for each other. It was refreshing to read a story where the H/h fought their attraction and actually became friends first. During their friendship there was flirting and chemistry that had me rooting for them to get together. I really like the fact that even though there was not a lot of smexin' in MELT, there was a lot of sexual tension between Hunter and Emma, there were several moments when he would simply touch her or look at her that made me catch my breath.
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Hunter and Emma meet on the way to work on projects in Antarctica. There is an instant attraction on the plane, which Emma refuses to acknowledge and Hunter wants to explore.
Even though they want totally different things out of life, Hunter and Emma are perfect for each other. It was refreshing to read a story where the H/h fought their attraction and actually became friends first. During their friendship there was flirting and chemistry that had me rooting for them to get together. I really like the fact that even though there was not a lot of smexin' in MELT, there was a lot of sexual tension between Hunter and Emma, there were several moments when he would simply touch her or look at her that made me catch my breath.
To read my entire review visit
http://www.guiltypleasuresbookreviews...
December 25, 2011
This is a little gem of a story, romantic, sexy, and funny, with a fascinating setting and warm and humorous characters. Highly recommended for a Christmassy read!
December 30, 2011
Totally loved it! fell in love with Hunter! Natalie's writing brings you into the story and you feel you are apart of it!
August 22, 2021
This was a fast paced read and I liked the unusual setting of an Antarctic base and the information about it.
I’ll add it to my bucket list!
As for the h and H it was instalust for them both and this was a fast paced book set over a period of 2 weeks. However neither gives on until the last day as they both have issues her because she was abandoned by her mum and grew up in foster care him because his parents were workaholics who fell out on Xmas day his one and only Christmas with him.
Would have liked a little more
I’ll add it to my bucket list!
As for the h and H it was instalust for them both and this was a fast paced book set over a period of 2 weeks. However neither gives on until the last day as they both have issues her because she was abandoned by her mum and grew up in foster care him because his parents were workaholics who fell out on Xmas day his one and only Christmas with him.
Would have liked a little more
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 8, 2020
Cute romance with great ambiance
September 22, 2013
(Originally posted Feb 2012 at Book Lovers Inc)
When you think of places in the world that inspire romance, does Antarctica come to mind? I admit that, to me, it definitely does not, and never has. But after reading Natalie Anderson’s Melt, I’m left to wonder why it’s never previously occurred that it’s a great place to set a contemporary romance.
So I’ll begin this review with the setting used for the majority of the tale: Antarctica. Anderson’s descriptions of the location are so detailed that I was wondering whether she’d actually been there before! ^_^ From the methods of transportation to and in Antarctica to the facilities on location to the social activities that the inhabitants partake in…it all felt alive and lived-in. It felt like the kind of place that the two main characters could realistically develop a romantic connection. It was also pretty fun to note how numerous aspects of the book reflected the setting. The cold, barren landscape perfectly reflects the seeming emotional deficiencies of the main characters. It’s small considerations like that that make me smile. ^_^
Rather than the setting being the preventative to romance, it’s the characters themselves. The two leads are very much flawed and scarred when it comes to emotional connections and interpersonal relationships. As the author notes during the story, “[Hunter] cared deeply about humanity, yet caring so deeply for another person was foreign to him.” And Emma has spent a lifetime being left behind by those who were supposed to love and protect her. Unsurprisingly, the two characters being shoved together in a very limited space leads to amusing scenes, given that they share an immediate attraction.
I’ve found that stories of novella length must necessarily leave out some elements of the storytelling–back story, in-depth character exploration, complex plot, something. I’m always particularly concerned when a novella is a romance, because so much of the believability factor–when it comes to the romantic entanglements of the main characters–relies upon careful, sometimes lengthy development. In this story, I thought the connection between the two protagonists was crafted well through dialogue, both within each of the two and between them. There were a number of scenes that seemed like inconsequential bits of conversation, but actually brought out important elements establishing the deeper attraction between Emma and Hunter. It also helped that this story zeroes in on the two characters, not adding a secondary cast and subplots that would just take up valuable space.
And speaking of space….I’ll just say that, if there’s any place to have sensual tension between two people, it’s in a confined space. This book uses that tension extensively, but the payoffs are hot enough to…well, to melt ice!
There were little details here and there that made the characters feel real, and others that gave slivers of insight into the emotional make-up of Emma and Hunter. Emma, seemingly serious and “all-work,” has her e-reader loaded with steamy romance. Hunter, supposed playboy, gravitates to Emma at a party to avoid having to interact with the “interested and available” women seeking him. She loves hyperrealist art; he uses flirtation as a crutch. Like I said before…it’s the little things!
So, can a story set in the coldest place on earth be hot stuff? That would be a solid yes. Melt is a good choice for a quick, uncomplicated read that sports a little something different from the usual contemporary romance tropes.
When you think of places in the world that inspire romance, does Antarctica come to mind? I admit that, to me, it definitely does not, and never has. But after reading Natalie Anderson’s Melt, I’m left to wonder why it’s never previously occurred that it’s a great place to set a contemporary romance.
So I’ll begin this review with the setting used for the majority of the tale: Antarctica. Anderson’s descriptions of the location are so detailed that I was wondering whether she’d actually been there before! ^_^ From the methods of transportation to and in Antarctica to the facilities on location to the social activities that the inhabitants partake in…it all felt alive and lived-in. It felt like the kind of place that the two main characters could realistically develop a romantic connection. It was also pretty fun to note how numerous aspects of the book reflected the setting. The cold, barren landscape perfectly reflects the seeming emotional deficiencies of the main characters. It’s small considerations like that that make me smile. ^_^
Rather than the setting being the preventative to romance, it’s the characters themselves. The two leads are very much flawed and scarred when it comes to emotional connections and interpersonal relationships. As the author notes during the story, “[Hunter] cared deeply about humanity, yet caring so deeply for another person was foreign to him.” And Emma has spent a lifetime being left behind by those who were supposed to love and protect her. Unsurprisingly, the two characters being shoved together in a very limited space leads to amusing scenes, given that they share an immediate attraction.
I’ve found that stories of novella length must necessarily leave out some elements of the storytelling–back story, in-depth character exploration, complex plot, something. I’m always particularly concerned when a novella is a romance, because so much of the believability factor–when it comes to the romantic entanglements of the main characters–relies upon careful, sometimes lengthy development. In this story, I thought the connection between the two protagonists was crafted well through dialogue, both within each of the two and between them. There were a number of scenes that seemed like inconsequential bits of conversation, but actually brought out important elements establishing the deeper attraction between Emma and Hunter. It also helped that this story zeroes in on the two characters, not adding a secondary cast and subplots that would just take up valuable space.
And speaking of space….I’ll just say that, if there’s any place to have sensual tension between two people, it’s in a confined space. This book uses that tension extensively, but the payoffs are hot enough to…well, to melt ice!
There were little details here and there that made the characters feel real, and others that gave slivers of insight into the emotional make-up of Emma and Hunter. Emma, seemingly serious and “all-work,” has her e-reader loaded with steamy romance. Hunter, supposed playboy, gravitates to Emma at a party to avoid having to interact with the “interested and available” women seeking him. She loves hyperrealist art; he uses flirtation as a crutch. Like I said before…it’s the little things!
So, can a story set in the coldest place on earth be hot stuff? That would be a solid yes. Melt is a good choice for a quick, uncomplicated read that sports a little something different from the usual contemporary romance tropes.
January 18, 2012
My Review:
This is the second book that I have read recently based in Antarctica. Who knew that frozen wasteland provided such an amazing backdrop for romance? And romance there is. I like the way that Natalie Anderson built up the romance in this book. Emma is only on the base for eleven days. She's there as an artist in residence, creating a mural based upon a competition that she won. She is not a professional artist. She's really just a receptionist, so this is a HUGE opportunity for her to achieve some notoriety in the artistic world. She doesn't want to blow it and is working in a very short time-frame so there is lots of pressure on her. There's definitely no time for romance.
She actually meets Hunter the day before they both leave to go down to Antarctica. He feels an immediate draw to her but, regardless of his flirtatious manner, he doesn't want to get involved either. Both of these characters had horrible childhoods, and their scars from those childhoods can be traced back to the holiday season, so neither of them have great feelings about this time of year. Hunter is upfront about the fact that he is there to avoid the holiday season and his family.
Quite honestly, both of them had such dysfunctional childhoods, that they don't even know how to be in a real relationship. It was interesting to watch them develop a friendship which then led them into a more serious place that neither one of them could escape, no matter how much they tried to tell themselves that they could. Those feelings can't just be wished away. Like I said, I really like how the author developed this story. It worked!
There were really some fascinating aspects to this story. First, Antarctica is such a different locale for a romance novel. I like how the art that Emma was creating brought out all the aspects of the completely different environment. Her art has to reflect the station so it is interesting to see the things that she picks up on as an artist to focus on....I really LOVED the black and white aspect of it.
Overall this was a great read and a very sweet romantic story.
This is the second book that I have read recently based in Antarctica. Who knew that frozen wasteland provided such an amazing backdrop for romance? And romance there is. I like the way that Natalie Anderson built up the romance in this book. Emma is only on the base for eleven days. She's there as an artist in residence, creating a mural based upon a competition that she won. She is not a professional artist. She's really just a receptionist, so this is a HUGE opportunity for her to achieve some notoriety in the artistic world. She doesn't want to blow it and is working in a very short time-frame so there is lots of pressure on her. There's definitely no time for romance.
She actually meets Hunter the day before they both leave to go down to Antarctica. He feels an immediate draw to her but, regardless of his flirtatious manner, he doesn't want to get involved either. Both of these characters had horrible childhoods, and their scars from those childhoods can be traced back to the holiday season, so neither of them have great feelings about this time of year. Hunter is upfront about the fact that he is there to avoid the holiday season and his family.
Quite honestly, both of them had such dysfunctional childhoods, that they don't even know how to be in a real relationship. It was interesting to watch them develop a friendship which then led them into a more serious place that neither one of them could escape, no matter how much they tried to tell themselves that they could. Those feelings can't just be wished away. Like I said, I really like how the author developed this story. It worked!
There were really some fascinating aspects to this story. First, Antarctica is such a different locale for a romance novel. I like how the art that Emma was creating brought out all the aspects of the completely different environment. Her art has to reflect the station so it is interesting to see the things that she picks up on as an artist to focus on....I really LOVED the black and white aspect of it.
Overall this was a great read and a very sweet romantic story.
June 9, 2012
Melt, by Natalie Anderson, is a short and fun read about to solitary people who find more than they were looking for in the stark but magical setting of Antarctica.
Emma Reed is embarking on the trip of a lifetime. The winner of an art competition, she is chosen to paint a mural in a facility in Antarctica. Determined to prove herself as an artist, she has no time for romance or the distraction that is Hunter Wilson. Hunter has come to Antarctica to escape his family for the holidays and isn’t looking for any entanglements. However, that doesn’t stop him from flirting outrageously with Emma.
While Hunter and Emma start of their relationship with lots of flirting and innuendo, they don’t just jump into bed together. Hunter takes Emma under his wing as the veteran Antarctica visitor and they become very good friends. Though Hunter still manges to flirt at every opportunity, it’s clear that it’s not just about sex, and they are both surprised by the connection that develops as they get to know each other. Neither of them wants their time together to end. When a sudden snow storm extends Emma’s stay for a couple of days, they both finally give into their attraction and boy, is it worth the wait.
A sweet story with sizzling chemistry, Melt pulled me in with great characters, a compelling story and an incredible setting. I loved the little details about life in Antarctica. A truly unique and fascinating setting, it was the perfect backdrop to the story.
Anderson packs a lot of punch into a very short story. Filled with witty dialogue and funny, likable characters, Melt was the perfect quick read. This is my first Natalie Anderson but not my last. Hers is definitely a name I will keep an eye out for in the future.
*An e-ARC of this book was provided by NetGalley. This, in no way, affected my opinion or review of this book.
Emma Reed is embarking on the trip of a lifetime. The winner of an art competition, she is chosen to paint a mural in a facility in Antarctica. Determined to prove herself as an artist, she has no time for romance or the distraction that is Hunter Wilson. Hunter has come to Antarctica to escape his family for the holidays and isn’t looking for any entanglements. However, that doesn’t stop him from flirting outrageously with Emma.
While Hunter and Emma start of their relationship with lots of flirting and innuendo, they don’t just jump into bed together. Hunter takes Emma under his wing as the veteran Antarctica visitor and they become very good friends. Though Hunter still manges to flirt at every opportunity, it’s clear that it’s not just about sex, and they are both surprised by the connection that develops as they get to know each other. Neither of them wants their time together to end. When a sudden snow storm extends Emma’s stay for a couple of days, they both finally give into their attraction and boy, is it worth the wait.
A sweet story with sizzling chemistry, Melt pulled me in with great characters, a compelling story and an incredible setting. I loved the little details about life in Antarctica. A truly unique and fascinating setting, it was the perfect backdrop to the story.
Anderson packs a lot of punch into a very short story. Filled with witty dialogue and funny, likable characters, Melt was the perfect quick read. This is my first Natalie Anderson but not my last. Hers is definitely a name I will keep an eye out for in the future.
*An e-ARC of this book was provided by NetGalley. This, in no way, affected my opinion or review of this book.
June 30, 2015
I've been a fan of Natalie Anderson ever since I read "Dating and other Dangers". Even now, as I write this review, the book still brings a smile to my face. Y'all should pick it up. It was a great book. Anyways, moving on :).
The story revolves around Hunter and Emma, both of whom have bad childhood (and adult) experiences that have left them closed off and aloof and unwilling to take chances when it comes to romance and relationships. Emma would rather just be by herself, while Hunter would rather engage in short term affairs that don't go anywhere. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that the attraction between both of them is fierce and strong.
When it comes to characters that have incredible and undeniable chemistry, Ms Anderson is especially gifted, and there was no shortage of it with Hunter and Emma. I enjoyed the cat-and-mouse game played by both of them - Hunter chasing and Emma resisting the chase. Even though this was happening, I LOVED the fact that both of them developed a good, solid friendship and were able to enjoy spending time with each other without always having to focus on their attraction to each other. I also LOVED that both Hunter and Emma were honorable, hardworking, caring, and responsible people. I also LOVED that when they both gave in to their attraction, there were feelings involved. It made them seem real and human. As for the resolution of their "conflict", because there has to be one :), I LOVED that it was not sappy. It was sweet, appropriate, and fitting for both Hunter and Emma. It was well done.
All in all, this was another hit for Natalie Anderson and I'm glad I finally got off my butt and read it :)
The story revolves around Hunter and Emma, both of whom have bad childhood (and adult) experiences that have left them closed off and aloof and unwilling to take chances when it comes to romance and relationships. Emma would rather just be by herself, while Hunter would rather engage in short term affairs that don't go anywhere. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that the attraction between both of them is fierce and strong.
When it comes to characters that have incredible and undeniable chemistry, Ms Anderson is especially gifted, and there was no shortage of it with Hunter and Emma. I enjoyed the cat-and-mouse game played by both of them - Hunter chasing and Emma resisting the chase. Even though this was happening, I LOVED the fact that both of them developed a good, solid friendship and were able to enjoy spending time with each other without always having to focus on their attraction to each other. I also LOVED that both Hunter and Emma were honorable, hardworking, caring, and responsible people. I also LOVED that when they both gave in to their attraction, there were feelings involved. It made them seem real and human. As for the resolution of their "conflict", because there has to be one :), I LOVED that it was not sappy. It was sweet, appropriate, and fitting for both Hunter and Emma. It was well done.
All in all, this was another hit for Natalie Anderson and I'm glad I finally got off my butt and read it :)
January 27, 2012
Melt is the latest from author Natalie Anderson, a preview to a new imprint being offered by Entangled Publishing, Ever After. Novella length, it lacks nothing in plot, steaminess, romance, and great characters! Hunter Wilson is everything I could want as my romance hero,... big, strong, and gorgeous with an off-color sense of humor. Emma Reed looks sweet and innocent, but she is not a shrinking violet but a girl with a tough past. I hate romance novels in which the big man has to protect and take care of the little woman, so I was delighted to find this had none of that. Emma is tougher than she looks, fully capable of taking care of herself.
A lot of times steamy romance can be more raunchy than it is sexy and, for me, that detracts from the plot. This one oozed sexual tension without crossing that line and I loved that! Hunter and Emma had that sexual tension, but their dialogue was funny and flirty. I really enjoyed this book and couldn't put it down. And who knew the icy cold Antarctica could be such a perfect place for love?!
This was my first book by Anderson, and I really enjoyed it. If this is any indication of how the new Ever After line is going to be, I am sold. I loved the mix of romance, sexiness, and humor, perfectly balanced throughout the book. While definitely not intended to be educational in the slightest, her details and descriptions of the locale gave me knowledge I didn't have before!! A fun read definitely worth running to (or clicking to) Amazon or Barnes & Noble! I will be loading up my Kindle with more by this author!
A lot of times steamy romance can be more raunchy than it is sexy and, for me, that detracts from the plot. This one oozed sexual tension without crossing that line and I loved that! Hunter and Emma had that sexual tension, but their dialogue was funny and flirty. I really enjoyed this book and couldn't put it down. And who knew the icy cold Antarctica could be such a perfect place for love?!
This was my first book by Anderson, and I really enjoyed it. If this is any indication of how the new Ever After line is going to be, I am sold. I loved the mix of romance, sexiness, and humor, perfectly balanced throughout the book. While definitely not intended to be educational in the slightest, her details and descriptions of the locale gave me knowledge I didn't have before!! A fun read definitely worth running to (or clicking to) Amazon or Barnes & Noble! I will be loading up my Kindle with more by this author!
January 21, 2013
I was thinking of giving it a 3 star or 4 so it is somewhere in between those numbers.
Melt was an easy laid-back read considering its number of pages(also expect that it was fast paced but nonetheless it was adventure packed). It was not that bad, seeing as there were transient moments when the book was able to provide an astounding ice world as a setting. I was about to give the book up when it all started with a love at first sight with a guy-to-swoon-for named Hunter?? and oftentimes this storyline ends up in a train wreck. It didn't appeal to me because Hunter was just the typical blue eyed earthling blessed with a hot body yada yadaa. And I'm trying to minimize the casualty given the fact that Wintergirls annoy the hell out of me. But the wordplays and the exchange of conversations between them were amusing, sassy and sexy(flirtatious, indeed) and that keeps me going. It was a splendid slash rad read because it will keep you reeling for more. However, I had to skipped through their love scene because I don't think it was really necessary to go further with.(I tried to backread them and it was full of details, idk.) Chapter 6? Was a bit heartbreaking and enlightening at the same time, and I guess that's what makes me rate it between 3 and 4.
Melt was an easy laid-back read considering its number of pages(also expect that it was fast paced but nonetheless it was adventure packed). It was not that bad, seeing as there were transient moments when the book was able to provide an astounding ice world as a setting. I was about to give the book up when it all started with a love at first sight with a guy-to-swoon-for named Hunter?? and oftentimes this storyline ends up in a train wreck. It didn't appeal to me because Hunter was just the typical blue eyed earthling blessed with a hot body yada yadaa. And I'm trying to minimize the casualty given the fact that Wintergirls annoy the hell out of me. But the wordplays and the exchange of conversations between them were amusing, sassy and sexy(flirtatious, indeed) and that keeps me going. It was a splendid slash rad read because it will keep you reeling for more. However, I had to skipped through their love scene because I don't think it was really necessary to go further with.(I tried to backread them and it was full of details, idk.) Chapter 6? Was a bit heartbreaking and enlightening at the same time, and I guess that's what makes me rate it between 3 and 4.
November 11, 2013
Time for an e-Book... and since I like to shake it up some, this one takes place in Antarctica. Emma - an ex-foster kid, hotel receptionist and self-taught artist - took a chance and entered an art contest and won. Now she gets to paint the mural on the entrance wall of an Antarctic laboratory. She's determined to prove herself, to see something few people have ever seen, and to have new and exciting experiences.
Hunter is a contractor and a lone wolf. He takes jobs that are short term and in remote locations - preferrably disaster zones around the world - and doesn't allow people to get close. But something about Emma pings with him. She's as guarded and yet hopeful as he is. And he's determined to get to know her. At first, it was just an easy way to keep other women from buzzing around him - sticking close to her. But then he realizes that he actually might be willing to take a chance on someone.
I loved this. Not just because of the characterizations, but the descriptions of the journey. There's a LOT of detail left out in regards to her artwork, the facilities, and the location, but it still was unique and interesting... something out of the ordinary. So four stars for being inventive, unique, and for great characters!
Hunter is a contractor and a lone wolf. He takes jobs that are short term and in remote locations - preferrably disaster zones around the world - and doesn't allow people to get close. But something about Emma pings with him. She's as guarded and yet hopeful as he is. And he's determined to get to know her. At first, it was just an easy way to keep other women from buzzing around him - sticking close to her. But then he realizes that he actually might be willing to take a chance on someone.
I loved this. Not just because of the characterizations, but the descriptions of the journey. There's a LOT of detail left out in regards to her artwork, the facilities, and the location, but it still was unique and interesting... something out of the ordinary. So four stars for being inventive, unique, and for great characters!
May 7, 2012
MELT
Natalie Anderson is a perennial reader favourite who writes for RIVA and Harlequin Presents Extra, like me! She’s also written a novella called MELT.
For a girl who always writes long and has to cut back a ridiculous amount – me! - to see a story with half the amount of words I usually write, written so tight, so rich, so full of context and romance, and heat was amazing. I love love loved this story.
The setting, a base in Antarctica, was a third hero for me. The detail Nat invoked was phenomenal. What an astonishing place. I found myself jealous that Hunter and Emma were some of the lucky few who get to experience it!
Now Hunter. There's a hero. Gorgeous, hotter than hot, and fun. Emma, shyer, softer, with nicely unexpected sass, was a great foil. Together they pack some fabulous sexual tension.
This was one of those stories that made me snatch every minute I could to drink it up. I made the mistake of reading it while dying my hair. I had a five minute window. I took fifteen! Happy ending, my hair did not fall out, though it might be a tad more vibrant than usual this month ;).
MELT is a flirty, sassy, fun, warm read. And don't even get me started on the cover. LOVE!
Natalie Anderson is a perennial reader favourite who writes for RIVA and Harlequin Presents Extra, like me! She’s also written a novella called MELT.
For a girl who always writes long and has to cut back a ridiculous amount – me! - to see a story with half the amount of words I usually write, written so tight, so rich, so full of context and romance, and heat was amazing. I love love loved this story.
The setting, a base in Antarctica, was a third hero for me. The detail Nat invoked was phenomenal. What an astonishing place. I found myself jealous that Hunter and Emma were some of the lucky few who get to experience it!
Now Hunter. There's a hero. Gorgeous, hotter than hot, and fun. Emma, shyer, softer, with nicely unexpected sass, was a great foil. Together they pack some fabulous sexual tension.
This was one of those stories that made me snatch every minute I could to drink it up. I made the mistake of reading it while dying my hair. I had a five minute window. I took fifteen! Happy ending, my hair did not fall out, though it might be a tad more vibrant than usual this month ;).
MELT is a flirty, sassy, fun, warm read. And don't even get me started on the cover. LOVE!
May 15, 2021
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When I first read the info about this book, I thought to myself “Antarctica? Really?” Author Natalie Anderson has created character depth, titillating dialogue and a fun adventure in the land of endless day.
Emma Reed has won the opportunity to travel to desolate Antarctica to paint, her life’s love. On her way, she meets Hunter Wilson, he is heading to the frozen land both to work and to escape his family over the Christmas holiday. The exciting sexual tension between Emma and Hunter starts from the very beginning. Hunter, an alpha male all the way, is deliciously relentless with his flirting. Emma is there to make the best of her limited time and paint a mural, but Hunter has other ideas.
This book is a fast read, and has whetted my appetite for more from this author. I give it 4 ½ stars!
Melt
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When I first read the info about this book, I thought to myself “Antarctica? Really?” Author Natalie Anderson has created character depth, titillating dialogue and a fun adventure in the land of endless day.
Emma Reed has won the opportunity to travel to desolate Antarctica to paint, her life’s love. On her way, she meets Hunter Wilson, he is heading to the frozen land both to work and to escape his family over the Christmas holiday. The exciting sexual tension between Emma and Hunter starts from the very beginning. Hunter, an alpha male all the way, is deliciously relentless with his flirting. Emma is there to make the best of her limited time and paint a mural, but Hunter has other ideas.
This book is a fast read, and has whetted my appetite for more from this author. I give it 4 ½ stars!
Melt
January 22, 2012
A world of frozen white in the middle of nowhere seems like a safe place for a girl with a guarded heart to do her dream job. Safe until she runs into a man that has the potential to break through her guards and melt her heart.
Emma is a girl very easy to relate to. She is experiencing an emotional rush of being able to venture to an exotic locale and paint her heart out. But what fun would a once in a lifetime chance be if there wasn’t a chance at love too? At least that is what Hunter thinks.
Hunter has a magnetism to him that draws people, even if he doesn’t ask for it. Emma can’t resist that but she can spar words with him and make it a challenge. With his own reasons to guard his heart these two have some big icebergs to break through.
Anderson has written a fun quick read with two very real characters. You really feel like you are right there with them seeing the frozen landscape. Beautiful as it seems they don’t spend the whole time looking at snow, they manage to have quite a bit of fun in this desolate place.
Review to be posted at Reading Between the Wines blog.
Emma is a girl very easy to relate to. She is experiencing an emotional rush of being able to venture to an exotic locale and paint her heart out. But what fun would a once in a lifetime chance be if there wasn’t a chance at love too? At least that is what Hunter thinks.
Hunter has a magnetism to him that draws people, even if he doesn’t ask for it. Emma can’t resist that but she can spar words with him and make it a challenge. With his own reasons to guard his heart these two have some big icebergs to break through.
Anderson has written a fun quick read with two very real characters. You really feel like you are right there with them seeing the frozen landscape. Beautiful as it seems they don’t spend the whole time looking at snow, they manage to have quite a bit of fun in this desolate place.
Review to be posted at Reading Between the Wines blog.
November 9, 2013
Melt tells the story of two people brought together in the harsh climate of Antarctica. Painter Emma Reed wins the chance to have her art in a new laboratory and on her way to the icy environment she meets Hunter Wilson, the man in charge of completing said lab. They have an instant attraction but sometimes that just isn't enough.
I really enjoyed this little novella. It's only 80-some pages but there's a lot of story. Both Emma and Hunter come from broken backgrounds which influence them and their choices in everyday life. I felt connected to both characters which is always a plus. I also enjoyed the fact that the words "love" and "soulmate" were no where to be found. It made this wholly more realistic for me. Yes, they had their happily ever after but it was up to the reader to infer anything they wanted at the end.
I really enjoyed this little novella. It's only 80-some pages but there's a lot of story. Both Emma and Hunter come from broken backgrounds which influence them and their choices in everyday life. I felt connected to both characters which is always a plus. I also enjoyed the fact that the words "love" and "soulmate" were no where to be found. It made this wholly more realistic for me. Yes, they had their happily ever after but it was up to the reader to infer anything they wanted at the end.
April 24, 2012
A good solid read with some great emotional scenes as I would expect from this talented writer.
I felt the hero, Hunter's journey was a little rushed near the end and was also a little disappointed that Emma, the heroine could leave things as they were without trying to make things happens for a future together. Instead, the happy-ever-after came about because of Hunter not letting things stand.
If you've never read anything by Natalie Anderson, this story is a great appetiser for one of her longer works.
I felt the hero, Hunter's journey was a little rushed near the end and was also a little disappointed that Emma, the heroine could leave things as they were without trying to make things happens for a future together. Instead, the happy-ever-after came about because of Hunter not letting things stand.
If you've never read anything by Natalie Anderson, this story is a great appetiser for one of her longer works.
October 30, 2012
Although it was short, it was one heck of a read. The writing was perfect. I appreciate the wordplay even though certain play of words have been done before. The chemistry was just so right and perfect. The conflict was also so perfect (I can't think of any other word, seriously) in composition and wasn't a letdown. It was a gentle kind of heartbreaking and sad and that's what I like best about this book. It's also very wealthy in details albeit the conciseness of the novel. It's just a really fun, light and sexy read! Five stars! Would definitely recommend!
January 16, 2012
My thoughts:
This was my first Natalie Anderson read and I loved it! Hunter and Emma are wonderfully created characters. They interact from the start with fun, flirty personalities.
An entertaining, fun, fast read. I enjoyed the characters, the setting, and the story. The ending was exactly what I was hoping for. I only wish it had been longer. I look forward to reading many more stories by Natalie Anderson!
This was my first Natalie Anderson read and I loved it! Hunter and Emma are wonderfully created characters. They interact from the start with fun, flirty personalities.
An entertaining, fun, fast read. I enjoyed the characters, the setting, and the story. The ending was exactly what I was hoping for. I only wish it had been longer. I look forward to reading many more stories by Natalie Anderson!
April 9, 2012
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Being a huge fan of Natalie's work, I’m not sure which side of the fence I stand with this book and that’s pretty unusual for someone as opinionated as me. Perhaps it was a little too short of a read for me. I would have liked to have read more about Emma's and Hunter's life together; maybe an Epilogue would have helped.
Being a huge fan of Natalie's work, I’m not sure which side of the fence I stand with this book and that’s pretty unusual for someone as opinionated as me. Perhaps it was a little too short of a read for me. I would have liked to have read more about Emma's and Hunter's life together; maybe an Epilogue would have helped.
August 13, 2012
Another great story from Natalie Anderson. Her most valuable quality as a contemporary romance author (besides the oh so easy task of creating relatable, complex characters) is her ease at helping the reader experience the vulnerability of her main characters. Her stories never seem to disappoint, even when a bit more brief. I loved Emma and Hunter, and their story. It made me want to go to Antarctica! I eagerly await Natalie's next story, whether it's a Harlequin Presents novel or not.
February 28, 2012
Quanto vorrei vivere la stessa storia...quanto.
Datemi un Hunter ( il nome del protagonista maschile. Poche parole per descriverlo: UN FIGO DA PAURA), un uomo che ti dice "you could bring me beauty" e un viaggio in Antartide, il tutto condito con il periodo natalizio e mi fate felice, molto felice.
Se siete della mia stessa idea non lasciatevi perdere questo libro....davvero.
Datemi un Hunter ( il nome del protagonista maschile. Poche parole per descriverlo: UN FIGO DA PAURA), un uomo che ti dice "you could bring me beauty" e un viaggio in Antartide, il tutto condito con il periodo natalizio e mi fate felice, molto felice.
Se siete della mia stessa idea non lasciatevi perdere questo libro....davvero.
January 3, 2012
Melt è un bel racconto dedicato a chi vuole leggere di una storia d'amore ambientata in un posto decisamente insolito. Una delle cose che ho preferito nel libro...
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March 8, 2012
I am a fan of Natalie Andersons and bought Melt on auto-buy.
I really enjoyed the banter between the hero and heroine. I also loved the setting in Antartica - who knew such a desolate place could be so romantic?
This is a fab read and I really enjoyed the ending. Perfect summer reading :)
I really enjoyed the banter between the hero and heroine. I also loved the setting in Antartica - who knew such a desolate place could be so romantic?
This is a fab read and I really enjoyed the ending. Perfect summer reading :)
July 23, 2024
What can I say except I really enjoy this novella.
April 11, 2012
I thought this story was good. Since it was a Novella it was a little short for my liking but I loved it anyway.
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