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Romeo's Fire
Mike Romeo thought he’d left the violence of the streets behind…
Now working as an investigator for his friend, lawyer Ira Rosen, Mike finds himself drawn into the dark underbelly of Los Angeles once again. Ira’s newest client, Coby Keaton, is a homeless young man accused of a brutal murder.
As Mike digs deeper, his investigation leads him to Reverend Tatum Walker, a man trying to bring hope to the the city’s homeless. But a shadow of darkness looms large over L.A.'s streets. Soon, Mike uncovers a deadly plot aimed at Walker—and himself.
With time running out, Mike must face down a network of evil more insidious than he ever imagined—forcing him to confront not only a murderer but also his own demons.
Another un-put-downable thriller by “a master of the cliffhanger, creating scene after scene of mounting suspense and revelation . . . Heart-whamming.” (Publishers Weekly)
Now working as an investigator for his friend, lawyer Ira Rosen, Mike finds himself drawn into the dark underbelly of Los Angeles once again. Ira’s newest client, Coby Keaton, is a homeless young man accused of a brutal murder.
As Mike digs deeper, his investigation leads him to Reverend Tatum Walker, a man trying to bring hope to the the city’s homeless. But a shadow of darkness looms large over L.A.'s streets. Soon, Mike uncovers a deadly plot aimed at Walker—and himself.
With time running out, Mike must face down a network of evil more insidious than he ever imagined—forcing him to confront not only a murderer but also his own demons.
Another un-put-downable thriller by “a master of the cliffhanger, creating scene after scene of mounting suspense and revelation . . . Heart-whamming.” (Publishers Weekly)
205 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 13, 2024
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About the author
James Scott Bell
132 books1,039 followersJim is a former trial lawyer who now writes and speaks full time. He is the bestselling author of Try Dying, No Legal Grounds, Presumed Guilty, Glimpses of Paradise, Breach of Promise and several other thrillers. He is a winner of the Christy Award for Excellence in Inspirational Fiction, and was a fiction columnist for Writers Digest magazine. He has written two books in the Writers' Digest series, Write Great Fiction: Plot & Structure and Revision & Self-Editing.
Jim has taught writing at Pepperdine University and numerous writers conferences. He attended the University of California, Santa Barbara where he studied writing with Raymond Carver.
Series:
* Shannon Saga (with Tracie Peterson)
* The Trials of Kit Shannon
* Ty Buchanan
Jim has taught writing at Pepperdine University and numerous writers conferences. He attended the University of California, Santa Barbara where he studied writing with Raymond Carver.
Series:
* Shannon Saga (with Tracie Peterson)
* The Trials of Kit Shannon
* Ty Buchanan
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October 22, 2024
Another installment in the great Mike Romeo series by James Scott Bell. A terrific story and as usual a lot of fun.
October 29, 2024
I love the Mike Romeo series! I recommend them. Through all the books the characters have developed well and I feel like I know them. #9 is no exception. Great read!
October 24, 2024
Oh Boy Oh Boy!
More fun From James Scott Bell! Romeo always getting in fixes. You wondering how he can escape. Mr. Bell making you laugh during non-action times with his humorous knowledge base about Everything! As Ira his best friend persistently explains the wisdom of God to a skeptical Mike Romeo. And the romance continues. I've now read all nine Romeo books! Keep up the good work. I'm looking forward to the next one!
More fun From James Scott Bell! Romeo always getting in fixes. You wondering how he can escape. Mr. Bell making you laugh during non-action times with his humorous knowledge base about Everything! As Ira his best friend persistently explains the wisdom of God to a skeptical Mike Romeo. And the romance continues. I've now read all nine Romeo books! Keep up the good work. I'm looking forward to the next one!
October 24, 2024
Romeo’s Fire
A good addition to this series. Romeo is not the typical hero but is a thinker. That’s a refreshing change from most of the thrillers out there. Believable story line. Good cast of characters. Recommended.
A good addition to this series. Romeo is not the typical hero but is a thinker. That’s a refreshing change from most of the thrillers out there. Believable story line. Good cast of characters. Recommended.
October 21, 2024
Great series
James Scott Bell is an excellent storyteller with a few different series ongoing. Mike Romeo is my favorite pick. Much better than a lot of the offerings on Kindle Unlimited
James Scott Bell is an excellent storyteller with a few different series ongoing. Mike Romeo is my favorite pick. Much better than a lot of the offerings on Kindle Unlimited
October 21, 2024
Love mike romeo!
Another delicious ride with Mike and Ira! Always so much fun! Thriller that keeps you guessing...The wit,the vocabulary,the references,always an education!
Another delicious ride with Mike and Ira! Always so much fun! Thriller that keeps you guessing...The wit,the vocabulary,the references,always an education!
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December 12, 2024Razor-Sharp, Witty, and Uplifting
It's not often that one of your favorite mystery series will give you a breath of fresh air and a sense of uplifting, but James Scott Bell manages to do all that and more with the Mike Romeo series. Book #9 in the series keeps up the same high level of craftsmanship as the previous entries. Treat yourself to a series that is challenging, cerebral, and edifying - all without bad language - a real treat in today's literary circles!
It's not often that one of your favorite mystery series will give you a breath of fresh air and a sense of uplifting, but James Scott Bell manages to do all that and more with the Mike Romeo series. Book #9 in the series keeps up the same high level of craftsmanship as the previous entries. Treat yourself to a series that is challenging, cerebral, and edifying - all without bad language - a real treat in today's literary circles!
November 10, 2024
another great book from James Scott Bell
These Mike Romeo books are all great reads. Part informative, part mystery, part, crime story, part philosophical. Always fun! Highly recommend
These Mike Romeo books are all great reads. Part informative, part mystery, part, crime story, part philosophical. Always fun! Highly recommend
November 14, 2024
Hoping for more!
Such a great, interesting read! Learning new words, watching someone grow closer to a better knowledge of God and His saving grace! So much history too! Wonderful storyline, can’t wait for more of Romeo etc!
Such a great, interesting read! Learning new words, watching someone grow closer to a better knowledge of God and His saving grace! So much history too! Wonderful storyline, can’t wait for more of Romeo etc!
February 16, 2026
Riveting
Bell's Romeo series is quite goid, and the dialogue catchy - as in part throwback to old detective movies, though with more class and style. I've not read a bad one yet, and will continue till I do.
Bell's Romeo series is quite goid, and the dialogue catchy - as in part throwback to old detective movies, though with more class and style. I've not read a bad one yet, and will continue till I do.
November 12, 2024
Since I was on vacation, I am only listing books read and star rating.
December 13, 2024
Hate to see the series end
Hope another one wi be released soon. Great character development over time. Interesting story lines. Good writing,with lovely little smile lines.
Hope another one wi be released soon. Great character development over time. Interesting story lines. Good writing,with lovely little smile lines.
January 4, 2025
Excellent as always
Mike Romeo books are always good. I hope Mr. Bell has plans for many more adventures with Ira and Mike.
Mike Romeo books are always good. I hope Mr. Bell has plans for many more adventures with Ira and Mike.
February 12, 2025
Saving People
Michael Romeo's day just got more exciting. Politics, religion and friendship all combined to create Romeo's Fire. Can he put this fire out?
Michael Romeo's day just got more exciting. Politics, religion and friendship all combined to create Romeo's Fire. Can he put this fire out?
June 16, 2025
Not one of my favorites from this series. I rate it 4 stars.
December 3, 2025
Typical Mike Romeo, and that's good
If you liked the earlier books, you'll like this one. If you haven't read any of them, start with the first one, Rome's Rules.
If you liked the earlier books, you'll like this one. If you haven't read any of them, start with the first one, Rome's Rules.
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