Temperatures Rising

Jeffries #2

by Brenda Jackson

Sherri Griffin knows all about hot, stormy weather.

The kind where all a girl wants to do is strip down to her lingerie. A successful radio producer, still nothing can prepare Sherri for being stranded in a hurricane with gorgeous, arrogant Terrence Jeffries.

While the gathering clouds bring gale winds and pounding seas, Sherri and Terrence are walking right into a hurricane of passion.

Genres: Romance, African American Romance, Contemporary, Harlequin

156 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 1, 2009

About the author

In 1994, Brenda Jackson’s first novel, Tonight and Forever, was released. Since then she has had more than 100 novels and novellas published (the first African-American author to accomplish such a feat) and has over 3 million books in print.

A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Brenda is the first African-American author to have a book published by Harlequin Desire and the first African-American romance author to make the New York Times and USA TODAY bestseller lists within the series romance genre.

In 2012, Brenda received the Romance Writers of America’s Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award—one of the highest literary awards a romance author can receive. In 2013, she was recognized by the mayor and the city of Jacksonville as being a Trailblazer in the literary field.

In 2010, she collaborated with Five Alive Films to turn her Truly Everlasting title into a feature film. Brenda’s 2011 novel A Silken Thread is scheduled to be filmed with Debbie Allen attached as director in 2015.

Email Brenda at authorbrendajackson@gmail.com or visit her on her website at brendajackson.net.

Reviews

[SassyMama · Rating 4 out of 5]

Classic Brenda Jackson...man meets woman...man wants woman...woman fights her attraction...until she can't resist anymore...they agree to a one-night-stand ONLY...and after that one INCREDIBLE night they both discover that one-night will NEVER be enough...woman doesn't want to admit that she's fallen in love with the man, at least not out loud...and man is DETERMINED to convince her he has fallen in love with her, despite his reputation...he discovers that he wants more from her and intends to use EVERYTHING in his "playbook" to show her that they belong together...and while locked together at the radio station...while Hurricane Ana is raging outside...he does exactly that...but will the secret that she uncovers about the man of her dreams tear them apart?!!! Read it...see what's brewing with Sherri Griffin and Terrence "Holy Terror" Jefferies...Terrence is sexy-as-all-get-out...and he knows how to "handle" Sherri...first he turns on the charm and plays Mr. Nice Guy...but when that doesn't work...he pulls out all the stops and puts his arrogant "Bad Boy" persona to work...what girl can resist a "bad-boy"...especially one with such AMAZING "talents"...looking forward to reading the rest of this Mother Nature Matchmaker miniseries...and of course I can hardly wait to see what Mrs. Jackson has in store for Duan Jefferies!

[Misherald Brown · Rating 4 out of 5]

Brenda Jackson has launched the Mother Nature Matchmaker with a tempting couple who are both stubborn but also passionate about their desires in life.

Sherri Griffin is a successful radio producer looking to take over her uncle radio station when the time arrives but after being jolted in a relationship, Sherri has sworn off men temporarily but have also sworn off men who have no promise for the future or no promise of commitment.

Terrance Jefferies aka Holy Terror on the football team has been known to be a stubborn person who always got what he wanted no matter what and it just so happens Terrance wants Sherri and she’s throwing up blocks left and right because she’s not willing to get her feelings hurt again. Terrance is not willing to stop pursing her until he figures out why he has this desire to be with her.

When a hurricane leaves the two of them stuck at the radio station together holding down the weather reports and other important aspects that come with working in the media the two find their selves tasting the limits of keeping their hands to their selves. Sherri finds out some rather interesting information about Terrance that sets her off again and Terrance can do nothing but force his way back into her heart.

Brenda has produced apiece based off one of the most deadly storms that can hit the south and has turned it into a passionate climax of two people falling in love.

[Tanya Mayes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed reading this story about Terrance and Sherri. I waited a long time and it didn't disappoint me. This is a love a first sight read. While a hurricane is raging out side the love and attraction between Terrance and Sherri is raging on the inside. (Radio Station Wow!!!. It was fun hot read. the way the book was written put me right there with them. I still wanted more of them. Great Job Brenda!!!.

[MsChris1161 · Rating 2 out of 5]

Maybe it's just me, but I have a hard time getting through a book where the man who lives by a rule to never be married or fall in love, and is only interested in a casual affair agressively pursues a woman who has repeatedly says no to his pursuit of her. No to dates. No to an affair. And even goes as far to say she is looking for marriage and they don't have the same expectations, so no. But this man has a hard on for her and isn't used to hearing no, so he persists with a total lack of respect for what the woman wants. NO means NO.

As far as I'm concerned it really doesn't matter what occurs after he eventually breaks down her defenses against him. But for the record, he continues to dismiss her wishes, and aggressively pursue what he wants. This man is selfish and has no respect for women. I had to stop listening about halfway through it. It's possible a better writer would have been able to tell this story in a way that was less offensive, but as written, no thank you.

2 generous stars - DNF

[Kathy Blanton · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice love story. Sherri Griffin did not believe in having affairs but wanted a lasting relationship that ended in marriage. Terrence Jefferies didn't believe in marriage because his mom left his dad when he was 10 years old and never remarried because he had to raise three children. Terrence was attracted to Sherri the moment he saw her and she was attracted to him as soon as she saw him. They continued to play the cat and mouse game until finally she gave in and told him she would give him one night. After that night Terrence wanted more because he realized he was in love with her.

[Mary Mooney · Rating 4 out of 5]

Author Brenda Jackson has a short steamy story set in the Florida Keys with a hurricane headed their way. Terrence and Sherri are a great couple once Sherri realizes that her heart has already fallen for Terrence. It is her head that needs to catch up. I hope there is or will be more to this story, I need to know how everything turns out after the hurricane.
I have to get book 2 to find out what happens with this couple. This is a great story and I can't wait for more.

[Becky Tatar · Rating 3 out of 5]

Besides the series listed, this seems to be a spin-off of Jackson's, Westmoreland series. Sherri Griffin is the assistant manager of her uncle's radio station in the Florida Keys, and is working on blocking her attraction to Terrance - Holy Terror - Jeffries, the host of the Holy Terror sports call in show on the station. Terrance is all about the hunt, seduction, getting what he wants, and walking away. Sherri wants more - romance, marriage, children. Guess who wins!

[Ashley Hedden · Rating 5 out of 5]

Temperatures Rising (Jeffries #2) was a good read by Brenda Jackson. Sherri Griffin is a successful radio producer who has had to weather all different kinds of storms. Nothing would have prepared her for DJ Terrence Jeffries. They both find themselves stranded together during a hurricane hitting the Keys. I enjoyed reading this book and can't wait to read more by the author.

[Turtleberry Turtleberry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Terrance had a thing for Sherri since the moment he met her. He thought he just needed to scratch an itch. She was avoiding him but finally decided to give in and go out with him. The sparks were instant. Terrance was in for more than he bargained for. A hurricane brings them together and they have to face how they really feel about each other.
Really enjoyed this book.

[Betty Sims · Rating 5 out of 5]

Too short.....wanted more!!

Not to "deep" Terrence is rich and an ex-football player Who is attracted to Sherri....She's been cheated on before by a previous lover....and so it begins. Enjoyable wanted more.

[Ariana · Rating 3 out of 5]

Soooo was that the ending? what was wrong with his friend?

[Cyndi · Rating 3 out of 5]

A game of wanting what you can't have, until you've fallen in love. Good characters, cute romance, and a quick read.

[Jimette Ross · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun, exciting, storm brewing, quick read

[chernice collins · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not for me

Very corny. Not worth the money. I ended up skimming through most of it because love of the love scenes are predictable.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book.

[Mattie · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was ok, however it got really boring Midway through. I liked that hero didn't fight his feelings once he realized he had them. Np.

[Sassafrass · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this was cute. It was pretty predictable, but I enjoyed it all the same. It was what I've come to expect from this author and I had a good time listening to it.

[Ann · Rating 3 out of 5]

Florida Keys and a hurricane. Terrance has a sports segment and Sherri helps run the station. He does not believe in love till he meets Sherri and can not stop thinking about her.

[Arnissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy Terror

This was a good story. It had a few surprises. The Holy Terror wasn't going to give up his pursuit to court Sherri. Good lo e story of two stubborn people.

[Decledra Corbett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome Book!

Ms. Jackson never disappoints! Great story between Sherry and Terrance!! I can’t wait to read the third book in the series!

[stilwaterz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Terrance Jefferies was first introduced to us in Tall, Dark Westmoreland as Oliva's older brother. Fine as he wants to be! Terrance, The Holy Terror, is holding down Key West Florida! Former professional football player, radio talk show host and night club owner. What woman wouldn't jump at the chance to have him? Well, Sherri Griffin wants nothing to interfere with her career in radio management.

I connected with this story because I have worked in radio and could easily relate professionally.

A different twist for Ms Jackson's male character. A devout bachelor realizes early on that he has fallen for the woman. He needs no convincing, but must convince her to let go of her past and trust him with her future.

The side story in this novel is the weather unlike most Jackson tales that involve a mystery sideline.

[Celeste · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sherri and Terrance .

Opposites definitely attract. Sherri the ever professional girl has met her match with the charismatic Terrance. Office romances tend to be complex and Sherri and Terrance's relationship is not an exception. Thank goodness for Kim and her encouraging Sherri to live in the present. It is those words that let Sherri knew that she was worth having it all. Terrance learned never say never. When love hits you. It does so like a ton of bricks. Nice romance with great setting along the Keys. Thanks Hurricane Ana for bridging the gap for Sherri and Terrance to see they were just right for each other.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Terrence Jeffries, better known as "The Holy Terror" had a reputation that preceded him for being Key West's bad boy. He met and obsessed over Sherri Griffin and didn't realize his obsession would turn from lust to true love. They had a few kinks in the road, but nothing could keep these lovers apart...not even Hurricane Ana! Great love story!

[LaTonya · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed reading Temperatures Rising. I loved the story line, the characters, and the hot and steamy love scenes. Brenda Jackson has done it again and I can't wait to read about the next Jeffries hunk.

[Toni · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sherri Griffin was hurt by her ex-fiancee and doesn't want to fall in love again. Terrence Jeffries motto is "never give your heart; never get hurt. As a hurricane is about to hit the Keys, they find themselves stranded together at the radio station where they both work.

[Phano · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again Brenda Jackson outdid herself

[Sheila Jackson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the story line between Terrence and Sherri and how being stuck at the radio station in Hurricane Ana caused them to confess their love for one another. I can't wait about Terrence two friends.

[Rainey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Great Brenda Jackson series. Loved it.

[Shannon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great, Must Read!

[Grace Augustine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Temperatures Rising

This is the story of Olivia Jeffries' brother from (Tall Dark Westmoreland) Nice love story great love scenes with a happy ending good read