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He may not say much, but once provoked…
Or enticed…
All bets are off.
Blaze learned early in life that his voice didn’t matter. He developed his fighting skills and now has big career plans and sponsors willing to support his time in the ring.
But first, he needs to find his missing father so he can leave his hometown once again.
Following clues leads him to danger, but no amount of danger carries as great a risk as being taunted by the woman who tempts him beyond all reason.
The one woman in the world he vowed never to touch.
His best friend’s little sister won’t leave him alone. But once an oath is broken, what does a man have left?
And why is it that the one opponent he can’t beat happens to be the one that lives inside his head?
***BLAZE is a seductive small town romance with a riveting mystery from the author of the Healing Springs series.***
Or enticed…
All bets are off.
Blaze learned early in life that his voice didn’t matter. He developed his fighting skills and now has big career plans and sponsors willing to support his time in the ring.
But first, he needs to find his missing father so he can leave his hometown once again.
Following clues leads him to danger, but no amount of danger carries as great a risk as being taunted by the woman who tempts him beyond all reason.
The one woman in the world he vowed never to touch.
His best friend’s little sister won’t leave him alone. But once an oath is broken, what does a man have left?
And why is it that the one opponent he can’t beat happens to be the one that lives inside his head?
***BLAZE is a seductive small town romance with a riveting mystery from the author of the Healing Springs series.***
- GenresRomance
162 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 12, 2017
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Amanda Torrey
35 books474 followersWhen not writing, USA Today Bestselling author Amanda Torrey enjoys spending time with her adult kids and her real-life hero. She loves reading, playing in nature/hugging trees, traveling, taking road trips (especially the kind that make everyone around her question her sanity), playing with her puppies, going to the movies, and binge-watching her favorite shows. Amanda is in love with elephants and castles and Scotland, and she is a true believer in happily-ever-after. She bursts into an instant good mood when people are unexpectedly kind or polite, and thinks there's nothing greater than connecting with a stranger through a smile. She loves meeting new people, and especially loves to hear from readers!
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December 17, 2017
I received a complimentary copy of this book and I am voluntarily reviewing it.
Wow! I loved Declan (he is a total sweetheart). Then I fell in love with Zander (Ms. Torrey made me fall for him with his story as I didn't think I would). But man Blaze is a heart-wrenching story. As a red-head, I too was bullied in school and suffered from being a hot-tempered person. I just wanted to put my arms around Blaze and hug him. From the Prequel and the first two books, I didn't know what to think about Blaze. He was a total mystery. As you get into his story, you just feel like a knife is stabbed into your heart and twisted. Thankfully Ms. Torrey had a strong-willed heroine picked out for him. Leila was the perfect woman. They shared a history, she is his BBF's little sister. This story will grab you in right from the beginning. The plot, and sub-plot (that is carried throughout the series) is so intriguing that you will not want to put this book down. This is a fantastic series. There is only one more book to this series and I am almost afraid to read it. I hate to see it ending. I feel like I am right there in the middle of Healing Springs with these characters and I don't want to say good-bye to them. But I must get to reading the last one as I can't wait to see the sub-plot being fully developed and explained. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND (yes I am yelling it from the rooftops!!!!) this entire series to everyone!
Wow! I loved Declan (he is a total sweetheart). Then I fell in love with Zander (Ms. Torrey made me fall for him with his story as I didn't think I would). But man Blaze is a heart-wrenching story. As a red-head, I too was bullied in school and suffered from being a hot-tempered person. I just wanted to put my arms around Blaze and hug him. From the Prequel and the first two books, I didn't know what to think about Blaze. He was a total mystery. As you get into his story, you just feel like a knife is stabbed into your heart and twisted. Thankfully Ms. Torrey had a strong-willed heroine picked out for him. Leila was the perfect woman. They shared a history, she is his BBF's little sister. This story will grab you in right from the beginning. The plot, and sub-plot (that is carried throughout the series) is so intriguing that you will not want to put this book down. This is a fantastic series. There is only one more book to this series and I am almost afraid to read it. I hate to see it ending. I feel like I am right there in the middle of Healing Springs with these characters and I don't want to say good-bye to them. But I must get to reading the last one as I can't wait to see the sub-plot being fully developed and explained. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND (yes I am yelling it from the rooftops!!!!) this entire series to everyone!
January 20, 2021
Could love really happen to the big, stern, quiet, brute of a brother, Blaze? Blaze is not one for romance. The only place he sees himself is in a ring fighting his opponents. So when his long lost friend’s little sister starts following him around, as she did when they were younger, he wants no part of it. Though. Leila is no longer a little girl. She is now a woman he finds attractive and for him, that’s not a good thing.
Leila might be an adult, but you would never know it from the way she still annoys, plots a revenge game, and chases after Blaze. She has never gotten over her crash on Blaze or forgiven him for the rejection she felt the night of prom. (I had my Prom date cancel too, so I definitely understand how that type of rejection and humiliation can last for years.)
In between finding more clues about his father’s disappearance, Blaze struggles with his growing attraction to Leila. It must be lust, because a guy with anger-management issues his whole life, Blaze doesn’t believe he deserves to be loved. Well, Leila is not the type of woman to back down, so Blaze is in for a shock, as she rocks his world. The author did a honest job writing about two people that weren’t anywhere near the usual book couple, and showed them for themselves, warts and all. In this book, the sexiness is hotter, and the mystery also heats up with an intense scene.
Leila might be an adult, but you would never know it from the way she still annoys, plots a revenge game, and chases after Blaze. She has never gotten over her crash on Blaze or forgiven him for the rejection she felt the night of prom. (I had my Prom date cancel too, so I definitely understand how that type of rejection and humiliation can last for years.)
In between finding more clues about his father’s disappearance, Blaze struggles with his growing attraction to Leila. It must be lust, because a guy with anger-management issues his whole life, Blaze doesn’t believe he deserves to be loved. Well, Leila is not the type of woman to back down, so Blaze is in for a shock, as she rocks his world. The author did a honest job writing about two people that weren’t anywhere near the usual book couple, and showed them for themselves, warts and all. In this book, the sexiness is hotter, and the mystery also heats up with an intense scene.
November 17, 2017
Off-limits / childhood best friend’s younger sister romance
Blaze is an off-limits / childhood best friend’s younger sister romance. For those following along the series, I would say this book is a little grittier than the previous two in terms of suspense and action, although nothing too heavy. There is plenty of angst, some serious heat between the characters, and surprises that made this a great read.
Told from dual points of view, Blaze and Leila have a sizzling attraction that heats up the pages. Leila and Blaze appear as opposites, she the good girl and he the tough man, but together they complimented each other nicely and it was clear how their history impacts on the chemistry between them. Leila was a great match up to the physically strong but somewhat emotionally vulnerable Blaze with her persistence and feistiness. Both characters have gone through difficulties in their pasts for different reasons, the issues shaping who they both are today.
While each book focuses on a new couple and can be read as a standalone with a HEA, there is an underlying storyline interconnecting the books that isn’t fully solved in this book
I’m really enjoying this series and would definitely recommend it if you enjoy a well written small town romance with suspense mixed in and a best friend’s sister theme.
*I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. I was not compensated for my review, and I was not required to write a positive review. The opinion expressed here is my own.
Blaze is an off-limits / childhood best friend’s younger sister romance. For those following along the series, I would say this book is a little grittier than the previous two in terms of suspense and action, although nothing too heavy. There is plenty of angst, some serious heat between the characters, and surprises that made this a great read.
Told from dual points of view, Blaze and Leila have a sizzling attraction that heats up the pages. Leila and Blaze appear as opposites, she the good girl and he the tough man, but together they complimented each other nicely and it was clear how their history impacts on the chemistry between them. Leila was a great match up to the physically strong but somewhat emotionally vulnerable Blaze with her persistence and feistiness. Both characters have gone through difficulties in their pasts for different reasons, the issues shaping who they both are today.
While each book focuses on a new couple and can be read as a standalone with a HEA, there is an underlying storyline interconnecting the books that isn’t fully solved in this book
I’m really enjoying this series and would definitely recommend it if you enjoy a well written small town romance with suspense mixed in and a best friend’s sister theme.
*I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. I was not compensated for my review, and I was not required to write a positive review. The opinion expressed here is my own.
November 19, 2017
Reading about Blaze and Leila was painful in all the right ways. These two do a dance between being vulnerable and hard headed, stubborn and single mindedness that make you just want to shake them. While the drama continues with their father still missing and clues bringing them closer and closer Blaze gets to act on his anger while Leila deals with the fallout from her plan. The pain they share from their individual past carries over and almost is what destroys a chance at a future. Watching Blaze cave in and being brought to his knees?!?! Priceless.
I am loving this series of books and the individual stories of the mighty Blackthorne Brothers falling one by one to women that stretch them and demand more from them than sex. The brothers aren't the only ones being stretched. Great suspense to go with the romance.
I am loving this series of books and the individual stories of the mighty Blackthorne Brothers falling one by one to women that stretch them and demand more from them than sex. The brothers aren't the only ones being stretched. Great suspense to go with the romance.
November 22, 2017
Wow! What a great addition to the series. ‘Blaze’ has a ton of drama and action as the brothers get closer to finding out the story behind their father’s disappearance. Blaze and Leila’s story is filled with drama, explosive sexual tension, and past hurts that could threaten any hope for a forever future. Will Leila be able to break through the tough, broody exterior Blaze has built to find the boy she still holds near and dear to her heart, or has his world beaten him down so far he can’t be reached?
I loved the action and tense drama they faced in this book. It kept me on the edge of my seat, flipping the pages as fast as I could, anxious to see what was going to happen.
I’m excited for Kaden’s book, to get to the conclusion of their missing father, but at the same time sad to know it will be the end of this exciting adventure Amanda Torrey has taken me on.
I loved the action and tense drama they faced in this book. It kept me on the edge of my seat, flipping the pages as fast as I could, anxious to see what was going to happen.
I’m excited for Kaden’s book, to get to the conclusion of their missing father, but at the same time sad to know it will be the end of this exciting adventure Amanda Torrey has taken me on.
April 5, 2021
I really enjoyed Blaze, there was a lot more of working on the mystery of where the missing father. There was a lot more action. I found Blaze a little hard to like, he doesn't talk a whole lot he just throws his fist around. The qualities I liked about Blaze his his love for his family and how he has his brothers backs. When it came down to it he stepped up for Leila. I loved how Leila didn't back down from Blaze. I loved how Leila had Blaze's back. Leila was one spitfire. I found Blaze a little predictable but I was okay with that. Overall I enjoyed Blaze. I read in Blackthorne Brothers: The Complete Collection: Books 1-4, plus prequel.
January 21, 2021
I think Blaze may have broken my heart every time he rejected her just like he did hers. But my heart also broke for the big that wasn’t sure where he belonged and because of that pushed everyone away. Blazes story was unique from his brothers in that he is very different than the other three. The mystery of their father also continues to build in this story... I’m desperate to truly understand what is happening...
January 26, 2021
I enjoyed all these Blackthorne brothers. The characters are all believable and likeable and the interactions amongst the brothers and their gals and their stories are great. You need to read them all though because of the mystery running throughout them which is not resolved until the last book. I’m glad I got them at discount. Well done!
November 25, 2017
Couldn't warm to this brother as he is such a dark character. However, the story between him and Leila developed beautifully with some real chuckle moments along the way. Read an ARC for an honest review.
December 2, 2017
An excellent third instalment of the Blackthorne series. More emotion, more intrigue and more romance.
Actions have consequences, grudges can be held overly long and memories can be long. Not all necessarily good things. Enjoy this story unfurl.
Actions have consequences, grudges can be held overly long and memories can be long. Not all necessarily good things. Enjoy this story unfurl.
November 16, 2017
Another piece of the puzzle filled. I think this book went even quicker than the last 2. I love the spunk in Leila!
December 8, 2017
I am loving the Blackthorne brothers, and Blaze, Is my favorite. He’s the lovable underdog. A little misunderstood, in need of love and affection.
July 17, 2018
Blaze
This is the third book about the Blackthorn Brothers. Blaze is a fighter but he's come home to help his brothers to find their Father who has gone missing.
This is the third book about the Blackthorn Brothers. Blaze is a fighter but he's come home to help his brothers to find their Father who has gone missing.
January 10, 2021
Too cheesy love story, mostly predictable in the outcome.
January 16, 2022
Brilliant
Another great read couldn't put it down well written and a great cast of characters and story line absolutely loved it
Another great read couldn't put it down well written and a great cast of characters and story line absolutely loved it
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