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The Men of CLE-FD #2
Smoke & Fire: A Firefighter's Love Story
Firefighter Jonathan DeMinico was part of the Superman team of Fire Station 30. He considers himself a ladies man and vows never to give up his bachelor status or fall in love with one woman. That is until he is hurt and hospitalized. Always a flirt, he turns on the charm when he meets the sexy and beautiful respiratory therapist, Gabrielle King. She’s quiet and reserved and also not easily pushed over by the handsome fireman’s charm. Will Jonathan be able to break her shell and his vow of never giving himself to one woman or will Sandra Rhodes, the mother of the young victim he saved, wiggle her way into his loving arms?
- GenresInterracial Romance
172 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 10, 2013
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About the author
Toye Lawson Brown
53 books125 followersToye Lawson Brown resides in Ohio, is an national bestselling author and member of RWA. Her romance novels include African-American, interracial romance, romantic suspense, and multicultural stories. She was nominated for Breakout Author of the Year (2014) and Best Interracial Romance (2015) by the B.R.A.B Book Club. The Men of CLE-FD also was nominated for a Reader's Choice Award for IR/MC best series. Toye Lawson Brown lures readers from the present to her fictional world from the first page. When not writing, Toye is in the kitchen creating mouth-watering meals or sharpening her bread-making techniques.
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July 20, 2018
3 alarm fireman
This is the love journey of Jonathan and Gabrielle So Jonathan is a firefighter also known as a superhero. Jonathan risk his life every day fighting fires one particular day he raced his life to save the life of a young girl and while doing this he ended up hurting himself and had to be in the hospital with smoke and collation and broken ribs. While in the hospital frustrated and ready to leave he needs a beautiful therapist. But was Gabrielle. Sparks fly needless to say between the two but Jonathan has to overcome a few obstacles regarding Gabrielle’s past. Overall the book was very good however Gabrielle started to get on my nerves that is my very last nerve with some of the baggage she was carrying into the relationship. I highly recommend this book definitely five stars.
This is the love journey of Jonathan and Gabrielle So Jonathan is a firefighter also known as a superhero. Jonathan risk his life every day fighting fires one particular day he raced his life to save the life of a young girl and while doing this he ended up hurting himself and had to be in the hospital with smoke and collation and broken ribs. While in the hospital frustrated and ready to leave he needs a beautiful therapist. But was Gabrielle. Sparks fly needless to say between the two but Jonathan has to overcome a few obstacles regarding Gabrielle’s past. Overall the book was very good however Gabrielle started to get on my nerves that is my very last nerve with some of the baggage she was carrying into the relationship. I highly recommend this book definitely five stars.
January 24, 2015
Who doesn't love a good firefighter's story, Jonathan and Gabrielle's story was great.
Jonathan DeMinico is part of the Superman team of Fire Station 30, we first meet him when he is badly injured in a fire suffering from smoke inhalation and broken ribs. His regular respiratory therapist was out and Gabrielle King filled in for her, Jonathan is hurting and cranky because he wants to get out of the hospital but his injuries are pretty serious so they haven't released him yet. But once he gets a look at Gabrielle well he thinks maybe being in the hospital isn't such a bad idea.
Gabrielle King is a respiratory therapist, she loves her job and her patients. She has seen them all and also heard every pickup line imaginable, so as she is helping Jonathan and he is trying to be smooth and suave while hacking up the soot in his lungs, she can't help but to think he is adorable. Definitely not a word Jonathan would used to describe himself but he will take anything just so she will be around him longer.
They start off on a good foot, then get off on the wrong foot, then back on a good foot only to get back on the wrong foot LOLL!!! It was driving me a little crazy because Jonathan knew he wanted her but Gabrielle's issues (and they were legit in my opinion) was causing the stop and start. There is also an interesting dynamic with a crazy woman, the topic of child abuse, racism and friendships tested. I really enjoyed this story and looking forward to reading the next books in this series.
Well Until My Next Review Ciao Bellas!
Jonathan DeMinico is part of the Superman team of Fire Station 30, we first meet him when he is badly injured in a fire suffering from smoke inhalation and broken ribs. His regular respiratory therapist was out and Gabrielle King filled in for her, Jonathan is hurting and cranky because he wants to get out of the hospital but his injuries are pretty serious so they haven't released him yet. But once he gets a look at Gabrielle well he thinks maybe being in the hospital isn't such a bad idea.
Gabrielle King is a respiratory therapist, she loves her job and her patients. She has seen them all and also heard every pickup line imaginable, so as she is helping Jonathan and he is trying to be smooth and suave while hacking up the soot in his lungs, she can't help but to think he is adorable. Definitely not a word Jonathan would used to describe himself but he will take anything just so she will be around him longer.
They start off on a good foot, then get off on the wrong foot, then back on a good foot only to get back on the wrong foot LOLL!!! It was driving me a little crazy because Jonathan knew he wanted her but Gabrielle's issues (and they were legit in my opinion) was causing the stop and start. There is also an interesting dynamic with a crazy woman, the topic of child abuse, racism and friendships tested. I really enjoyed this story and looking forward to reading the next books in this series.
Well Until My Next Review Ciao Bellas!
July 31, 2018
4.5 stars
April 5, 2021
It was decent. But for some reason the characters were extremely whiny and I wasn’t too fond of that. But it was a good story overall with a satisfying/cute ending.
May 29, 2015
It's the drag between smoke & fire that makes this wearisome!
3.00 stars. Jonathan DeMinico is a firefighter who suffers lung damage during a rescue and Gabrielle king is the respiratory therapist treating his ailment. They share an immediate attraction for each other and quickly move into a physical relationship which they plan to build on-but, Gabrielle has trust issues, her ex was found to be a gay man on the 'down low' and she's stuck in that mud. Jonathan wants to be a savior to the child of a woman who desires him. The story dragged and Gabrielle was irritating with the ex-gay man saga and then out of the blue, Jonathan puts his and Gabrielle budding relationship on hold so he can prove child abuse-another drag on this slow moving train. HEA ending though.
3.00 stars. Jonathan DeMinico is a firefighter who suffers lung damage during a rescue and Gabrielle king is the respiratory therapist treating his ailment. They share an immediate attraction for each other and quickly move into a physical relationship which they plan to build on-but, Gabrielle has trust issues, her ex was found to be a gay man on the 'down low' and she's stuck in that mud. Jonathan wants to be a savior to the child of a woman who desires him. The story dragged and Gabrielle was irritating with the ex-gay man saga and then out of the blue, Jonathan puts his and Gabrielle budding relationship on hold so he can prove child abuse-another drag on this slow moving train. HEA ending though.
September 19, 2014
Hot Love
A pleasant read about some hot firemen. When Jonathan DeMicio was injured in a fire that saved a young girl's life, he never dreamed that his life would be changed forever. Gabrielle King, respiratory therapist had no idea what hit her when she met Jonathan at the hospital where she worked. She only knew she had to resist him at all cost, not wanting to be hurt.
Throw in a crazed obsessive woman, mother of the child Jonathan saved, her delusion made for an interesting story.
A pleasant read about some hot firemen. When Jonathan DeMicio was injured in a fire that saved a young girl's life, he never dreamed that his life would be changed forever. Gabrielle King, respiratory therapist had no idea what hit her when she met Jonathan at the hospital where she worked. She only knew she had to resist him at all cost, not wanting to be hurt.
Throw in a crazed obsessive woman, mother of the child Jonathan saved, her delusion made for an interesting story.
December 26, 2014
Hot!!
After reading the other two books out order, I read John's story and was not disappointed. Tory has a winning formula telling the love stories of 3 Cleveland Firefighters.
Each story is captivating and well written. I enjoyed them all and am tremendously glad that I stumbled across Ms. Brown.
After reading the other two books out order, I read John's story and was not disappointed. Tory has a winning formula telling the love stories of 3 Cleveland Firefighters.
Each story is captivating and well written. I enjoyed them all and am tremendously glad that I stumbled across Ms. Brown.
April 13, 2016
Love the firefighters of CLE-FD
Wonderful story of Jonathan and Gabrielle. Grabby worked my last nerve first she wanted to date Jon, then she didn't. Then she is back again yes lets date but take it slow. Jonathan was very patient because he knew she was the one for him. This story has a little racism, child abuse, arson, and kidnapping with attempted murder.
Wonderful story of Jonathan and Gabrielle. Grabby worked my last nerve first she wanted to date Jon, then she didn't. Then she is back again yes lets date but take it slow. Jonathan was very patient because he knew she was the one for him. This story has a little racism, child abuse, arson, and kidnapping with attempted murder.
September 1, 2014
A Very Good Love Story
A love story with a good plot and some drama. I enjoyed reading about the couple overcoming hurdles, while still having a good sex life. I was glad to see that in the end everything turned out for the best.
A love story with a good plot and some drama. I enjoyed reading about the couple overcoming hurdles, while still having a good sex life. I was glad to see that in the end everything turned out for the best.
November 29, 2014
A good read
Wow, we have a psycho person in this good read. This author has brought some subject matters to light in this read that will have you on pins and needles. I highly recommend this book to anyone.
Wow, we have a psycho person in this good read. This author has brought some subject matters to light in this read that will have you on pins and needles. I highly recommend this book to anyone.
October 23, 2016
Inspiring
The storyline and characters development was spot on. Gabrielle learning to put her trust in Jonathan and him not giving up on what he wanted was inspiring.
The storyline and characters development was spot on. Gabrielle learning to put her trust in Jonathan and him not giving up on what he wanted was inspiring.
April 21, 2017
Superman saves the day
This book kept me engaged throughout. I loved the characters. Jonathan and Gabrielle meet while he was in the hospital due to being injured in a fire. He flirts but she resists. The two eventually give in to their mutual attraction and attempt a relationship. Gabrielle's past relationship, a psychotic woman, an abused child, and other drama get in the way. I'm glad things worked out in the end. Looking forward to what is next for the Supermen .
This book kept me engaged throughout. I loved the characters. Jonathan and Gabrielle meet while he was in the hospital due to being injured in a fire. He flirts but she resists. The two eventually give in to their mutual attraction and attempt a relationship. Gabrielle's past relationship, a psychotic woman, an abused child, and other drama get in the way. I'm glad things worked out in the end. Looking forward to what is next for the Supermen .
May 5, 2019
Awesome Book
I enjoyed reading this book so much! I couldn't put my kindle down! I enjoyed the storyline and the chemistry between Gabrielle and Jonathan! Fantastic book
I enjoyed reading this book so much! I couldn't put my kindle down! I enjoyed the storyline and the chemistry between Gabrielle and Jonathan! Fantastic book
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