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Shadow Warriors #7.5
On Fire
The fine line between strength…and surrender
When a Navy SEAL drops into Khat Shinwari's life unexpectedly, love opens her up for the first time. But her bond with Mike Tarik comes at the expense of her family's expectations that she quit the military and start a family in her village. A sergeant in the US Marine Corps and a Shadow Warrior, Khat is torn between giving in to the love she has for this courageous man and walking away from him forever. But deep in dangerous territory, Khat goes missing. The only man who can save her is the one she might need to give up. With Mike's bravery, Khat learns to trust in the future, all while her ingrained values pull her back to old traditions. Will love or duty win out?
When a Navy SEAL drops into Khat Shinwari's life unexpectedly, love opens her up for the first time. But her bond with Mike Tarik comes at the expense of her family's expectations that she quit the military and start a family in her village. A sergeant in the US Marine Corps and a Shadow Warrior, Khat is torn between giving in to the love she has for this courageous man and walking away from him forever. But deep in dangerous territory, Khat goes missing. The only man who can save her is the one she might need to give up. With Mike's bravery, Khat learns to trust in the future, all while her ingrained values pull her back to old traditions. Will love or duty win out?
- GenresRomantic Suspense
384 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 1, 2015
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About the author
Lindsay McKenna
360 books2,504 followersI've lived six lives in one and it all shows up in the books I write, one way or another.
I was always a risk taker and broke mustangs at thirteen years old in Oregon. I learn to break them with love, not threat or pain.
At 17 years old, I picked night-crawlers (worms) out in our Oregon orchards from 9pm to midnight, every night. I earned enough money to buy my school clothes and book. I also plunked down $600 to a flight company at the Medford, Oregon airport and asked them to teach me...a girl...to fly. I soloed in 12 hours, which is average. From that time until I left for the US Navy at 18, I had accrued 39 hours of flight time in my Cessna 150 single engine airplane.
I was in the US military and was an AG3 (weather forecaster). There was no airplane club, so I couldn't fly when I was in the Navy. But I could look at the clouds in the sky ;-).
Later, I flew in a B-52 bomber for a day and night mission (18 hours total), a T-38 Talon jet, USAF, where I was riding in a "chase plane" on a test flight in a Dragonfly jet.
I was one of the first AFLA (American Fencing League of America) women fencers to fence with epee and sabre. These weapons were closed to women because they were too 'heavy' for a female to handle. I said baloney and fought the males and won half my bouts. I was part of a surge of women fencers on the East Coast in the 1970's to push for equality in the sport. Together, we changed the sport and changed the mind of the men. Today? In the Olympics? Women now fence in foil, epee and sabre, thanks to what we did as a vanguard showing the world it could be done.
I then became a volunteer firefighter when I was a civilian once more, the first woman in an all - male fire department in West Point, Ohio for three years. I became a local expert not only in firefighting, driving the engine and tanker trunks, but also had training in hazardous material (Reynoldsburg Fire Academy, Columbus, OH).
My books always reflect what I experienced. If you like edgy, gritty, deeply and emotionally intense love stories with sympathetic heroes and heroines, check out my newest series that will be available mid-Oct. 2015, and it incorporates much of what I have lived.
I was always a risk taker and broke mustangs at thirteen years old in Oregon. I learn to break them with love, not threat or pain.
At 17 years old, I picked night-crawlers (worms) out in our Oregon orchards from 9pm to midnight, every night. I earned enough money to buy my school clothes and book. I also plunked down $600 to a flight company at the Medford, Oregon airport and asked them to teach me...a girl...to fly. I soloed in 12 hours, which is average. From that time until I left for the US Navy at 18, I had accrued 39 hours of flight time in my Cessna 150 single engine airplane.
I was in the US military and was an AG3 (weather forecaster). There was no airplane club, so I couldn't fly when I was in the Navy. But I could look at the clouds in the sky ;-).
Later, I flew in a B-52 bomber for a day and night mission (18 hours total), a T-38 Talon jet, USAF, where I was riding in a "chase plane" on a test flight in a Dragonfly jet.
I was one of the first AFLA (American Fencing League of America) women fencers to fence with epee and sabre. These weapons were closed to women because they were too 'heavy' for a female to handle. I said baloney and fought the males and won half my bouts. I was part of a surge of women fencers on the East Coast in the 1970's to push for equality in the sport. Together, we changed the sport and changed the mind of the men. Today? In the Olympics? Women now fence in foil, epee and sabre, thanks to what we did as a vanguard showing the world it could be done.
I then became a volunteer firefighter when I was a civilian once more, the first woman in an all - male fire department in West Point, Ohio for three years. I became a local expert not only in firefighting, driving the engine and tanker trunks, but also had training in hazardous material (Reynoldsburg Fire Academy, Columbus, OH).
My books always reflect what I experienced. If you like edgy, gritty, deeply and emotionally intense love stories with sympathetic heroes and heroines, check out my newest series that will be available mid-Oct. 2015, and it incorporates much of what I have lived.
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March 4, 2015
Great conclusion to Khat and Mike's HEA. This novella was a more in depth look at Khat's rescue and recovery. Plus seeing Khat work her way into civilian life. I really wanted to deck her dad.
September 29, 2016
Another short story with Khat. She's living between her Afghani people trying to help them when she falls ill and Michael will save her.
June 29, 2021
Thought provoking
In depth storyline, educational and informative about other cultures. Loved it as it described different ways of life and different beliefs. Thought provoking
In depth storyline, educational and informative about other cultures. Loved it as it described different ways of life and different beliefs. Thought provoking
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October 17, 2023I badly want to read this novella, to finish Khat's story, but cannot find it anywhere. Disappointing.
September 3, 2025
4.5⭐️🌟…. Come on Goodreads, implement half star ratings… please and thank you!
March 5, 2017
Loving & emotional
This is the book to read after Taking Fire-it's a more in depth emotional look at Tarik and Khat's story from his rescue of Khat from the village, thru her surgery, her staying with his parents, while he worked his rotation Very good
This is the book to read after Taking Fire-it's a more in depth emotional look at Tarik and Khat's story from his rescue of Khat from the village, thru her surgery, her staying with his parents, while he worked his rotation Very good
March 1, 2015
Just a few days ago, I reviewed TAKING FIRE by Lindsay McKenna, where the beautiful love story of Khat and Mike started. It is an amazing tale, a stand-alone novel, and I highly recommend you read that, cause on ON FIRE fills in to that, and the story continues.
On Fire is an intense and emotional journey in between cultures, families, and two people in love, determined to make it work for them.
The novella starts off with intense, riveting action, when the SEAL team goes on a mission to rescue Khat from the village, where she has taken refuge on, wounded and sick. The fight against the Taliban is harsh and bloody, and they only have so much time, if they want to get Khat out of there alive.
When Mike has to wait and see, if Khat will survive, another kind of battle is fought. Emotional and touching scenes from the hospital, while Mike is waiting by Khat's side, had me in tears. The feelings in the air are palpable, the love, hope, determination, and faith for survival.
The adaptation and adjustment to the civilian life is not easy for Khat, but Mike's family is standing by her side, helping and guiding her on every step. Khat has her journey of healing, from the surgery, from years in the black ops, and from the hurt and disappointment from her father.
Heartwarming, tender conclusion to Khat and Mike's journey, where thrilling action is mixed with love and passion, and bright plans for the future
~ Five Spoons!
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On Fire is an intense and emotional journey in between cultures, families, and two people in love, determined to make it work for them.
The novella starts off with intense, riveting action, when the SEAL team goes on a mission to rescue Khat from the village, where she has taken refuge on, wounded and sick. The fight against the Taliban is harsh and bloody, and they only have so much time, if they want to get Khat out of there alive.
When Mike has to wait and see, if Khat will survive, another kind of battle is fought. Emotional and touching scenes from the hospital, while Mike is waiting by Khat's side, had me in tears. The feelings in the air are palpable, the love, hope, determination, and faith for survival.
The adaptation and adjustment to the civilian life is not easy for Khat, but Mike's family is standing by her side, helping and guiding her on every step. Khat has her journey of healing, from the surgery, from years in the black ops, and from the hurt and disappointment from her father.
Heartwarming, tender conclusion to Khat and Mike's journey, where thrilling action is mixed with love and passion, and bright plans for the future
~ Five Spoons!
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March 14, 2015
This is a fascinating continuation of the story of Khat Shirwari and Mike Tarik who were featured in the book TAKING FIRE from Lindsay McKenna’s Shadow Warrior series. After a dangerous mission, Khat is rescued but not expected to survive. Being a red-haired warrior with the heart of a lion Khat overcomes an infection, raging fever, rapid pulse, high blood pressure and trauma from appendix surgery. The nursing supervisors recognize the undeniable healing power of love as they witness Mike feeding her his. (Tissue Alert!)
With a mix of Saudi, Afghan and American blood their roots run deep and they lead from their hearts. The time has come for Khat and Mike to lay down their weapons of war for tools of peace. Can they leave their military world behind and move forward? With time they discover that being together makes them even stronger. They can still staunchly fight for the underdog and give back but now from a different vantage point. They definitely earned a lifetime of happiness, married and sharing their love forever.
With a mix of Saudi, Afghan and American blood their roots run deep and they lead from their hearts. The time has come for Khat and Mike to lay down their weapons of war for tools of peace. Can they leave their military world behind and move forward? With time they discover that being together makes them even stronger. They can still staunchly fight for the underdog and give back but now from a different vantage point. They definitely earned a lifetime of happiness, married and sharing their love forever.
June 2, 2015
Ending to the story of Khat and Mike. Khat had become separated from Mike during a storm and then became deathly ill. The SEAL team was sent in to rescue her and had to engage a horde of Taliban who were bent on revenge.
When Khat get to the hospital, her surgeon doesn't hold out much hope for her recovery. The staff and Mike have other ideas. This short novella finishes their story nicely. McKenna mentions in the foreword that the original book Taking Fire was too long for editorial requirements for the publisher, so she had to split their story into two ebooks.
This series is very well done story-line wise, although I am somewhat losing patience with the increasing grammatical and editing errors.
When Khat get to the hospital, her surgeon doesn't hold out much hope for her recovery. The staff and Mike have other ideas. This short novella finishes their story nicely. McKenna mentions in the foreword that the original book Taking Fire was too long for editorial requirements for the publisher, so she had to split their story into two ebooks.
This series is very well done story-line wise, although I am somewhat losing patience with the increasing grammatical and editing errors.
January 21, 2016
The End of the Story
If you met Khat, and Mike in Taking Fire, you will really enjoy this novella. It stands on its own merits, but is especially good as an epilogue to Taking Fire.
If you met Khat, and Mike in Taking Fire, you will really enjoy this novella. It stands on its own merits, but is especially good as an epilogue to Taking Fire.
March 10, 2015
Great series! Very well written and entertaining.
March 11, 2015
Good book
As always wonderful writing and she makes her characters human. Would recommend this book to everyone to read and enjoy
As always wonderful writing and she makes her characters human. Would recommend this book to everyone to read and enjoy
April 10, 2015
On Fire
Love all of the author books and you will love them too. I can't wait for the next book to read.
Love all of the author books and you will love them too. I can't wait for the next book to read.
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