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24 Hours - Final Countdown #3
Survive the Fire
What happens when an irresistible force meets an immovable object? It’s explosive! Two years ago, a mind-blowing one-night stand left SWAT bomb squad tech Liam O’Rourke searching high and low for the woman he’d known as Just Kate. The only woman who’d ever lit his heart’s fuse. Now fate, with its warped sense of humor, hurls them back together … when a stalker armed with an arsenal of bombs thrusts injured artist-turned-photographer Kate Chabeau into Liam’s custody. Unfortunately, Liam’s partner, K-9 Murphy, is Kate’s worst nightmare. Liam and Murph have just twenty-four hours to defuse Kate’s mistrust, capture the bomber, and win her heart. Or lose her forever. Just 24 hours can change your life. Book 3 of 4 in the "24 Hours - Final Countdown" Series. Previously published as Heat of the Moment
254 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 1, 2006
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About the author
Diana Duncan
25 books90 followersWhen her dreams of becoming a ballerina were quashed by early-onset klutziness, Diana Duncan took up the safer vocation of writing. Her first thrilling masterpiece—written in orange crayon—was titled “Perky the Kitten,” and became an instant bestseller with her grandparents.
Her childhood growing up as a military brat gave her ability to leap into a conversation with anyone, anywhere, anytime…and she always discovers a new friend in the process. This gift of gab perfectly equipped her for a career that involves making stuff up.
Di is famous for using seven words when one will do. She wields smart-assery like a samurai sword, and will be the first to volunteer in a catastrophe. Of course, she was probably the one who caused the catastrophe.
She’s fiercely loyal to her friends and family…but in the event of the upcoming zombie apocalypse, she won’t hesitate to use them as human shields.
She loves her job as an author, and claims writing is the most fun she’s ever had while wearing her sock monkey pajamas. She also enjoys gardening, cooking, and adopting abandoned curbside furniture to refurbish into treasures.
Di loves to hear from her readers. Write to her at writedianaduncan@msn.com Join her on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/dianaduncan1 and feel free to stop by and ogle her kilted hunks on her website http://www.dianaduncan.com
Her childhood growing up as a military brat gave her ability to leap into a conversation with anyone, anywhere, anytime…and she always discovers a new friend in the process. This gift of gab perfectly equipped her for a career that involves making stuff up.
Di is famous for using seven words when one will do. She wields smart-assery like a samurai sword, and will be the first to volunteer in a catastrophe. Of course, she was probably the one who caused the catastrophe.
She’s fiercely loyal to her friends and family…but in the event of the upcoming zombie apocalypse, she won’t hesitate to use them as human shields.
She loves her job as an author, and claims writing is the most fun she’s ever had while wearing her sock monkey pajamas. She also enjoys gardening, cooking, and adopting abandoned curbside furniture to refurbish into treasures.
Di loves to hear from her readers. Write to her at writedianaduncan@msn.com Join her on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/dianaduncan1 and feel free to stop by and ogle her kilted hunks on her website http://www.dianaduncan.com
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July 14, 2011
Heat of the Moment is the third book in Forever in a Day series and is Liam's story, who is a SWAT bomb tech.
The book was a disappointment mainly because of the heroine Kate, who I couldn't warm up to. Kate's family defines dysfunctional, her father is absent(immersed in his work), her sister is manipulative and her mother no better so all responsibility falls on her( I wanted her to tell them to F-off). In a vicious dog attack she lost the use of one of her arm, her painting and then her fiancee cheated on her with her sister. So, she walks into a bar alone, where she meets Liam, who is sweet and doesn't look at her with revulsion. She asks to go home with him and makes all the moves but kind of balks when he takes her virginity and makes a run for it.
They meet again two years later, when Liam comes to disarm the bomb in her car courtesy of a guy who has been stalking her for a year. Liam is the charmer brother, with a love them, leave them reputation. After his father was murdered, his fiancee walked out on him and he tried to cheer up his family and not get hurt again. His best friend is his K-9 partner Murphy. He's spent his time searching for Kate since he felt a deep connection with her. Their meeting is not good, the FBI takes her in for questioning, she hates big dogs and suspects him of being a stalker.
Kate has spent her time doing photographs and kind of missing Liam.
I never warmed up to Kate, she was too sad and over-flowing with old crap. Liam was a sweet-heart to her, getting her out, putting his life on risk for her while she only moaned I guess. The action with a guy planting all bombs also didn't work for me.
Just a FYI, the hero hasn't been with anyone since Kate and same goes for her.
The book was a disappointment mainly because of the heroine Kate, who I couldn't warm up to. Kate's family defines dysfunctional, her father is absent(immersed in his work), her sister is manipulative and her mother no better so all responsibility falls on her( I wanted her to tell them to F-off). In a vicious dog attack she lost the use of one of her arm, her painting and then her fiancee cheated on her with her sister. So, she walks into a bar alone, where she meets Liam, who is sweet and doesn't look at her with revulsion. She asks to go home with him and makes all the moves but kind of balks when he takes her virginity and makes a run for it.
They meet again two years later, when Liam comes to disarm the bomb in her car courtesy of a guy who has been stalking her for a year. Liam is the charmer brother, with a love them, leave them reputation. After his father was murdered, his fiancee walked out on him and he tried to cheer up his family and not get hurt again. His best friend is his K-9 partner Murphy. He's spent his time searching for Kate since he felt a deep connection with her. Their meeting is not good, the FBI takes her in for questioning, she hates big dogs and suspects him of being a stalker.
Kate has spent her time doing photographs and kind of missing Liam.
I never warmed up to Kate, she was too sad and over-flowing with old crap. Liam was a sweet-heart to her, getting her out, putting his life on risk for her while she only moaned I guess. The action with a guy planting all bombs also didn't work for me.
Just a FYI, the hero hasn't been with anyone since Kate and same goes for her.
December 30, 2018
First page gets you hooked..
Once I read the first few paragraphs I was hooked. The continuation of the O'Rourke Brothers is up to the third brother, Liam. He is just as drool worthy as his two older brothers with the heart and skills to boot. Kate shows us how to never give up. Another one I couldn't put down! Can hardly wait for Grady's story!!!
Once I read the first few paragraphs I was hooked. The continuation of the O'Rourke Brothers is up to the third brother, Liam. He is just as drool worthy as his two older brothers with the heart and skills to boot. Kate shows us how to never give up. Another one I couldn't put down! Can hardly wait for Grady's story!!!
December 1, 2019
Amazing
This is an incredible book it was nice to see these men finding women who can match them is amazing. I love that she got over her fear of dogs for the man she loves just incredible
This is an incredible book it was nice to see these men finding women who can match them is amazing. I love that she got over her fear of dogs for the man she loves just incredible
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June 3, 202024 hours
A LOT can happen in 24 hrs. I love the O'Rourke brothers. They believe in 'soul mates'. And when they meet theirs, they know it. This book is full of action. And it all happens in 24 hours.
A LOT can happen in 24 hrs. I love the O'Rourke brothers. They believe in 'soul mates'. And when they meet theirs, they know it. This book is full of action. And it all happens in 24 hours.
June 16, 2019
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January 5, 2020
This series is about four O'Rourke brothers who are all part of a SWAT team. This is the third book in the series and boy it was explosive – literally. Another edge of your seat romantic thriller.
January 26, 2021
That Was Almost Too Sad...
What happened to Murphy upset me so much, but this book is excellent.
I especially love how we would occasionally read Murphy's thoughts.
What happened to Murphy upset me so much, but this book is excellent.
I especially love how we would occasionally read Murphy's thoughts.
February 13, 2020
Boom 💥
What a wild ride...
Every single book in this series gets better & better. Love these brothers. And every one I think man...he’s my fave. Then I go and meet the next one and I’m hooked.
What a wild ride...
Every single book in this series gets better & better. Love these brothers. And every one I think man...he’s my fave. Then I go and meet the next one and I’m hooked.
June 14, 2021
Amazing as always! Loved the romance and the character development between these two!
March 12, 2015
Heat of the Moment is the third book in Forever in a Day series and is Liam's story, who is a SWAT bomb tech.
Kate's family defines dysfunctional, her father is absent(immersed in his work), her sister is manipulative and her mother no better so all responsibility falls on her( I wanted her to tell them to F-off). In a vicious dog attack she lost the use of one of her arm, her painting and then her fiancee cheated on her with her sister. So, she walks into a bar alone, where she meets Liam, who is sweet and doesn't look at her with revulsion. She asks to go home with him and makes all the moves but kind of balks when he takes her virginity and makes a run for it.
They meet again two years later, when Liam comes to disarm the bomb in her car courtesy of a guy who has been stalking her for a year. Liam is the charmer brother, with a love them, leave them reputation. After his father was murdered, his fiancee walked out on him and he tried to cheer up his family and not get hurt again. His best friend is his K-9 partner Murphy. He's spent his time searching for Kate since he felt a deep connection with her. Their meeting is not good, the FBI takes her in for questioning, she hates big dogs and suspects him of being a stalker.
Kate has spent her time doing photographs and kind of missing Liam.
I never warmed up to Kate, she was too sad and over-flowing with old crap. Liam was a sweet-heart to her, getting her out, putting his life on risk for her while she only moaned I guess. The action with a guy planting all bombs also didn't work for me. {Review copied from Sally}
Just a FYI, the hero hasn't been with anyone since Kate and same goes for her.
Kate's family defines dysfunctional, her father is absent(immersed in his work), her sister is manipulative and her mother no better so all responsibility falls on her( I wanted her to tell them to F-off). In a vicious dog attack she lost the use of one of her arm, her painting and then her fiancee cheated on her with her sister. So, she walks into a bar alone, where she meets Liam, who is sweet and doesn't look at her with revulsion. She asks to go home with him and makes all the moves but kind of balks when he takes her virginity and makes a run for it.
They meet again two years later, when Liam comes to disarm the bomb in her car courtesy of a guy who has been stalking her for a year. Liam is the charmer brother, with a love them, leave them reputation. After his father was murdered, his fiancee walked out on him and he tried to cheer up his family and not get hurt again. His best friend is his K-9 partner Murphy. He's spent his time searching for Kate since he felt a deep connection with her. Their meeting is not good, the FBI takes her in for questioning, she hates big dogs and suspects him of being a stalker.
Kate has spent her time doing photographs and kind of missing Liam.
I never warmed up to Kate, she was too sad and over-flowing with old crap. Liam was a sweet-heart to her, getting her out, putting his life on risk for her while she only moaned I guess. The action with a guy planting all bombs also didn't work for me. {Review copied from Sally}
Just a FYI, the hero hasn't been with anyone since Kate and same goes for her.
February 19, 2020
Excellent reading adventure
I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the third O'Rourke brother, Liam. Each book builds on the family love and trust that the brothers have for one another while focusing on the particular relationship within the story. Kate and Liam working through past pain and trauma to get to their HEA is very attention grabbing. One brother left, I can't wait!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the third O'Rourke brother, Liam. Each book builds on the family love and trust that the brothers have for one another while focusing on the particular relationship within the story. Kate and Liam working through past pain and trauma to get to their HEA is very attention grabbing. One brother left, I can't wait!
February 2, 2019
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