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Island Fire #4
Firestorm
Firefighting has been Captain Joe Mendoza’s passion since the days his firefighter dad let him climb on the trucks. When the chance for a promotion arises, he’ll do whatever he can to secure it. Accepting the fire chief’s request to take the newest hire, Chief Peligni’s daughter, under his wing is a no-brainer. What Joe doesn’t anticipate, though, is the way Faith storms into his life and becomes a monumental temptation.
Faith Peligni may be the first female in the department, but she’s not interested in making waves. She’s determined to fit in as just another firefighter. However, being a woman and the chief’s daughter, she has to work twice as hard to gain half the respect. She burns for that respect, and she’ll take help from no one—least of all the sexy, dark-eyed captain who sends a spark through her with just a look.
She has a lot to prove. He has everything to lose. Can they find a way to be together without their careers going up in flames?
Firestorm is a stand-alone novel in the Island Fire series. It was previously published as Burning Ambition.
Faith Peligni may be the first female in the department, but she’s not interested in making waves. She’s determined to fit in as just another firefighter. However, being a woman and the chief’s daughter, she has to work twice as hard to gain half the respect. She burns for that respect, and she’ll take help from no one—least of all the sexy, dark-eyed captain who sends a spark through her with just a look.
She has a lot to prove. He has everything to lose. Can they find a way to be together without their careers going up in flames?
Firestorm is a stand-alone novel in the Island Fire series. It was previously published as Burning Ambition.
268 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 1, 2011
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Amy Knupp
113 books595 followersAmy Knupp is a USA Today Best-Selling author of contemporary romance and a freelance copy editor. She loves words and grammar and meaty, engrossing stories with complex characters.
Amy lives in Wisconsin with her husband, and has two sons, four cats, and a box turtle. She graduated from the University of Kansas with degrees in French and journalism. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, breaking up cat fights, watching college hoops, and annoying her family by correcting their grammar.
Amy lives in Wisconsin with her husband, and has two sons, four cats, and a box turtle. She graduated from the University of Kansas with degrees in French and journalism. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, breaking up cat fights, watching college hoops, and annoying her family by correcting their grammar.
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June 3, 2018
This was mostly very good! There's some stupidity, but the heroine gets to call it out and I really like that everyone fully respects each other at work and there's some blended family stuff that's excellent. I am very satisfied with my choosing of this particular firefighter book because it had kittens on the cover. (Which also appear in the book!)
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February 18, 2018
3.5 stars
February 13, 2018
Wow just the right kind of story!
This is part of a series but can be read as a stand alone title. Be warned you'll fall in love with these characters and be eager to read more about them. This is Joe and Faith's story. The characters are believable,well written And engaging. The story itself is fast paced and keeps you eager to get to the end yet not wanting to read the last sentence. Fans of firefighter romances will be enthralled with these characters And their journey to a happily ever after. Highly recommended!
This is part of a series but can be read as a stand alone title. Be warned you'll fall in love with these characters and be eager to read more about them. This is Joe and Faith's story. The characters are believable,well written And engaging. The story itself is fast paced and keeps you eager to get to the end yet not wanting to read the last sentence. Fans of firefighter romances will be enthralled with these characters And their journey to a happily ever after. Highly recommended!
November 26, 2011
This is the fourth book in The Texas Firefighters Series. Like the ones before ti Ms. Knupp writes a detailed, heartfelt story. This time involving the Chief's daughter and first female firefighter on the San Amaro Island Fire Department, Faith and Captain Joe Mendoza.
A few interesting notes:
1. Joe Mendoza is 40 and Faith is 26 but I never felt the age difference.
2. Joe and Faith wanted each other but knew they shouldn't/couldn't be together, very Romeo & Juliet and well written.
3. I liked seeing the characters from the other books but it had been a while so I almost forgot who was who. But I didn't think I needed to read the other books to understand them.
4. You never find out if Joe got the job.
I read through this book in an afternoon. I didn't want to put it down and was quite pleased with Joe realizing that he can have the career and the woman. His step-brothers were a hoot too.
A few interesting notes:
1. Joe Mendoza is 40 and Faith is 26 but I never felt the age difference.
2. Joe and Faith wanted each other but knew they shouldn't/couldn't be together, very Romeo & Juliet and well written.
3. I liked seeing the characters from the other books but it had been a while so I almost forgot who was who. But I didn't think I needed to read the other books to understand them.
4. You never find out if Joe got the job.
I read through this book in an afternoon. I didn't want to put it down and was quite pleased with Joe realizing that he can have the career and the woman. His step-brothers were a hoot too.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 14, 2011
What a cute love story! I liked the point that they couldn't have each other, but yet they wanted each other. Kinda like a Romeo and Juliet, firefighter style....
February 13, 2018
Firestorm is Book 4 in the Island Fire series, but it can definitely be read as a stand-alone. This book delivers a take on the forbidden romance angle, and pairs it steamingly with fire-fighters. But even better it has a sassy take-no-crap heroine who happens to fight fires just as well as the hero does.
Faith has always had to be extra - extra tough, extra fierce, work extra hard, do twice as much to prove her worth as a female firefighter, being the ONLY female on the Island squad means she's up against a lot more - but it's all worth it to her. Until she finds herself drawn to Captain Joe - drawn in ways she can't comprehend at first as she knows things can't work out between them as is.
Joe's life has always had one goal in mind and it hasn't changed, so for him it was easy to go for the assistant chief position, so when he's asked to look out for and help bring in the first female firefighter to the squad - he's all in. That is until he sees Faith and somehow his heart skips a beat and he finds himself wanting her. But there's so much that stands in their way - so many reasons why they can't be anything more than co-workers - or is there?
Firestorm will grab hold of you and suck you in, in to the world of Faith and Joe, and all of the guys at the fire station. It will make you feel the flames flicking to life between these two and leave you rooting for a way for them to be together and still maintain their lives. There's a lot going on in both Joe and Faith's personal lives and those issues sort of compound their current lives, and add to the present - but they are handled in such a way that they just sort of mesh with rest of the story. It gives a deeper grasp of the struggles they are facing when they think of how much they want each other and the risks that might be involved.
Knupp's writing style will pull you in easily, bringing the characters to life and emotions to the forefront. The story is delivered with just the right balance of chemistry, heat, and love, blended with the job and family and friends.
Faith has always had to be extra - extra tough, extra fierce, work extra hard, do twice as much to prove her worth as a female firefighter, being the ONLY female on the Island squad means she's up against a lot more - but it's all worth it to her. Until she finds herself drawn to Captain Joe - drawn in ways she can't comprehend at first as she knows things can't work out between them as is.
Joe's life has always had one goal in mind and it hasn't changed, so for him it was easy to go for the assistant chief position, so when he's asked to look out for and help bring in the first female firefighter to the squad - he's all in. That is until he sees Faith and somehow his heart skips a beat and he finds himself wanting her. But there's so much that stands in their way - so many reasons why they can't be anything more than co-workers - or is there?
Firestorm will grab hold of you and suck you in, in to the world of Faith and Joe, and all of the guys at the fire station. It will make you feel the flames flicking to life between these two and leave you rooting for a way for them to be together and still maintain their lives. There's a lot going on in both Joe and Faith's personal lives and those issues sort of compound their current lives, and add to the present - but they are handled in such a way that they just sort of mesh with rest of the story. It gives a deeper grasp of the struggles they are facing when they think of how much they want each other and the risks that might be involved.
Knupp's writing style will pull you in easily, bringing the characters to life and emotions to the forefront. The story is delivered with just the right balance of chemistry, heat, and love, blended with the job and family and friends.
February 13, 2018
The early copy I read of this book is my first by this author and I’m so glad I found her! Not only is the storyline gripping and the characters wonderfully complex, the story is skillfully constructed and extremely well edited. Joe and Faith both have long family histories with fire fighting. Her father is the fire chief, and Joe's father was chief before Faith's father. Joe is a captain with his eye on becoming chief one day, and Faith is the first female fire fighter in the San Amaro Island Fire Department. Not only does she feel the need to prove herself as a female and the chief’s daughter, her mutual attraction with Joe is something she tries to ignore.
These characters won my heart from the very beginning, being realistic, multilayered, believably flawed and endearing. And there is so much more to this story than a simple fire house romance. Joe is dealing with his mother's illness, feeling like an outsider with her new husband's family, and doing some soul searching about why a promotion is so important to him. Faith is prone to panic attacks when faced with fighting fires since her injury on the job at her previous fire department, her family has their own issues, and in the middle of all that these co-workers realize they can’t deny their growing attraction, but do their best to fight it. This story is so complex that it kept my attention effortlessly, and the author did an amazing job laying the groundwork, interweaving the many subplots throughout the book and resolving things beautifully. I loved the story as well as the characters! I definitely recommend this book and will certainly be reading more from the Island Fire series!
These characters won my heart from the very beginning, being realistic, multilayered, believably flawed and endearing. And there is so much more to this story than a simple fire house romance. Joe is dealing with his mother's illness, feeling like an outsider with her new husband's family, and doing some soul searching about why a promotion is so important to him. Faith is prone to panic attacks when faced with fighting fires since her injury on the job at her previous fire department, her family has their own issues, and in the middle of all that these co-workers realize they can’t deny their growing attraction, but do their best to fight it. This story is so complex that it kept my attention effortlessly, and the author did an amazing job laying the groundwork, interweaving the many subplots throughout the book and resolving things beautifully. I loved the story as well as the characters! I definitely recommend this book and will certainly be reading more from the Island Fire series!
January 31, 2018
As an avid reader, I am constantly searching for “new” authors. When the opportunity presented itself to read a book by Ms Knupp, I took it. Boy, am I glad I did.
Firestorm is the fourth book in this series, but rest assure, it’s a stand alone.
The story centers around firefighting Capt. Joe Mendoza, and Faith Peligni, the daughter of the Fire Chief, and the first woman firefighter in Joe’s station.
Faith has a lot to overcome, not only as a female firefighter, but also as the daughter of the Chief. Some will say she got the job because of him, but she will prove them wrong.
The attraction is immediate, but in addition to the obstacles Faith already has to overcome, Joe is also her boss.
Ms Knupp gives the reader, an engaging plot, with characters that are complex and likable.
I loved that she also highlights the obstacles female firefighters have to overcome. She also reminds us that goals can change and still be just as rewarding. Last but not least, that family is precious, and when the opportunity for happiness is within our reach, we should grasp it.
Looking forward to reading more stories by this talented author.
I was gifted a copy of this book. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
Firestorm is the fourth book in this series, but rest assure, it’s a stand alone.
The story centers around firefighting Capt. Joe Mendoza, and Faith Peligni, the daughter of the Fire Chief, and the first woman firefighter in Joe’s station.
Faith has a lot to overcome, not only as a female firefighter, but also as the daughter of the Chief. Some will say she got the job because of him, but she will prove them wrong.
The attraction is immediate, but in addition to the obstacles Faith already has to overcome, Joe is also her boss.
Ms Knupp gives the reader, an engaging plot, with characters that are complex and likable.
I loved that she also highlights the obstacles female firefighters have to overcome. She also reminds us that goals can change and still be just as rewarding. Last but not least, that family is precious, and when the opportunity for happiness is within our reach, we should grasp it.
Looking forward to reading more stories by this talented author.
I was gifted a copy of this book. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
February 13, 2018
Firestorm is a book with a plain, somewhat unoriginal plot. The narration is often dragged, becoming slow and uneventful.
Faith, the heroine, is a convincing character. Being young, she is still in the process of building her self confidence. She faces a series of difficult situations and, in doing so, matures into a determined, passionate, self conscious woman. As the story unravels, she becomes stronger, and her emotional journey turns out to be the best part of the book.
Joe, the male protagonist, is a Captain in the fire department. He is depicted as capable, strong, compassionate. However, he is much too indecisive, too much of a people pleaser to really captivate the reader.
On another note, the interaction between Joe and his step family is one of the good streams in the narration.
Most of the other side characters are also unconvincing. Their less than impressive behaviours, weak personalities and confused reactions do not contribute to the quality of the narration.
Overall, Firestorm lacks the tension, the vibrancy of the characters, the emotional involvement of a convincing book, resulting in a non descriptive, often boring story populated with unimpressive personas.
Faith, the heroine, is a convincing character. Being young, she is still in the process of building her self confidence. She faces a series of difficult situations and, in doing so, matures into a determined, passionate, self conscious woman. As the story unravels, she becomes stronger, and her emotional journey turns out to be the best part of the book.
Joe, the male protagonist, is a Captain in the fire department. He is depicted as capable, strong, compassionate. However, he is much too indecisive, too much of a people pleaser to really captivate the reader.
On another note, the interaction between Joe and his step family is one of the good streams in the narration.
Most of the other side characters are also unconvincing. Their less than impressive behaviours, weak personalities and confused reactions do not contribute to the quality of the narration.
Overall, Firestorm lacks the tension, the vibrancy of the characters, the emotional involvement of a convincing book, resulting in a non descriptive, often boring story populated with unimpressive personas.
February 14, 2018
This is the first book by Amy Knupp that I have read, but definitely not the last. In fact, I originally received this as an ARC, but loved it so much I bought it; as well as Island Fire Books 1-3.
Firestorm is really well written, with well developed characters that you can't help but like. The story flows smoothly, and dialog is realistic keeping consistent with each character. All things that I look for in a book. There were also no noticeable editing/proofreading misses that frequently interrupt my reading flow, for which my inner grammar Nazi rejoices.
Faith and Joe have an almost immediate attraction to each other. Unfortunately he is her supervisor in a job she feels she has to prove herself in, and her father is Joe's mentor. Despite the roadblocks, sparks fly, and their relationship evolves. The dynamics between them had me rooting for their HEA from the beginning. Adding in the dramatic element from their careers, and you have a definite page turner. There was no way I was putting this thing down until I hit the very last page.
Overall, this is one I am totally confident recommending and can't wait to sink my teeth into the rest of this series. Though this is absolutely a standalone, I can't wait to read more about Joe's peers at the fire station.
Firestorm is really well written, with well developed characters that you can't help but like. The story flows smoothly, and dialog is realistic keeping consistent with each character. All things that I look for in a book. There were also no noticeable editing/proofreading misses that frequently interrupt my reading flow, for which my inner grammar Nazi rejoices.
Faith and Joe have an almost immediate attraction to each other. Unfortunately he is her supervisor in a job she feels she has to prove herself in, and her father is Joe's mentor. Despite the roadblocks, sparks fly, and their relationship evolves. The dynamics between them had me rooting for their HEA from the beginning. Adding in the dramatic element from their careers, and you have a definite page turner. There was no way I was putting this thing down until I hit the very last page.
Overall, this is one I am totally confident recommending and can't wait to sink my teeth into the rest of this series. Though this is absolutely a standalone, I can't wait to read more about Joe's peers at the fire station.
July 5, 2024
Forbidden boss-employee, age-gap love
There are a lot of layers and nuances in this particular story.
Faith is fighting an uphill battle, in her mind, to earn her fire squad's respect based on her own capabilities, despite being the first female firefighter in the department and the Fire Chief's only daughter. She simply can't admit the attraction she feels for the hunky Captain of her squad. Joe is just as reluctant to acknowledge his attraction to his boss/mentor's daughter. It is improper and unprofessional. And that is ignoring how it feels like a betrayal of her dad's trust in him.
But admitted or not, the attraction IS there. Exchanging confidences about issues that affect the job continues to nurture that connection, and expands to more involvement in the personal family issues.
I really liked that communication was present and professional decorum maintained from the beginning clear thru the story. The characters balanced each other well, and restraint in the various power dynamics was handled with respect. Plus watching Faith deal with her parental issues gave a lot of insight to her evolving and maturing relationship with them.
I purchased a copy of this story on Amazon and voluntarily chose to share my review.
There are a lot of layers and nuances in this particular story.
Faith is fighting an uphill battle, in her mind, to earn her fire squad's respect based on her own capabilities, despite being the first female firefighter in the department and the Fire Chief's only daughter. She simply can't admit the attraction she feels for the hunky Captain of her squad. Joe is just as reluctant to acknowledge his attraction to his boss/mentor's daughter. It is improper and unprofessional. And that is ignoring how it feels like a betrayal of her dad's trust in him.
But admitted or not, the attraction IS there. Exchanging confidences about issues that affect the job continues to nurture that connection, and expands to more involvement in the personal family issues.
I really liked that communication was present and professional decorum maintained from the beginning clear thru the story. The characters balanced each other well, and restraint in the various power dynamics was handled with respect. Plus watching Faith deal with her parental issues gave a lot of insight to her evolving and maturing relationship with them.
I purchased a copy of this story on Amazon and voluntarily chose to share my review.
February 13, 2018
I’ve loved all of the books that I’ve read by Amy Knupp, but I was a little unsure of this one. Right at the very beginning we find out that Faith was a female firefighter having to make her way in a male world. I was a little concerned that the bulk of the book would be of work challenges that Faith had to overcome. While I enjoy reading about this in the real world, I want my fiction world to be a little lighter and more entertaining. I really didn’t need to worry. Although the female/male work dynamic was part of the story, the bulk of it was the development of relationships – not only romantic, but family, too. There were a couple of sub-themes running through the book and I really enjoyed delving into all of them. I had a moment when one of the main characters disappointed me, but it was very shortlived before it was resolved. I’m really looking forward to more of the firefighters of San Amaro Island and of course the Hale Street novels. I received an ARC copy and am pleased to give an honest review.
February 1, 2018
Firestorm by Amy Knupp is pretty much a May and December romance between Faith Peligini, a female firefighter, and her immediate superior Captain Joe Mendoza. He is forty and she is twenty-six. Even if their age differences are immaterial their job descriptions certainly are a major impediment to their falling in love. Yet the heart wants what the heart wants. Faith doesn't need this complication she has many other obstacles to overcome to become a respected member of her firefighting team. Faith is strong women who will eventually achieve her goal and Joe is a likable well-respected leader yet the chemistry between these two just isn't sufficient to carry the story. The book was just a little too long and a little too languid. It's not a bad story but it's not a great one. However, if you are into firefighters and firefighting you will like this novel.
I received a free copy of this ARC and am voluntarily leaving this honest review.
I received a free copy of this ARC and am voluntarily leaving this honest review.
February 8, 2018
Being the chief's daughter, Faith feels that she has to prove that hiring her as the first female fire fighter in the department was the right one. Faith doesn't want special treatment or help from Joe, the good looking Captain. Even though Joe is very attracted to Faith, getting involved with Faith would hurt his chances of being promoted to Assistant Fire Chief. Faith is trying to get over her fears of going into a burning building after being hurt firefighting. I loved how the author gives us a glimpse of life as a fire fighter through Faith and Joe. I was given a copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntarily given review. I loved this book and hated to put in down. This is my favorite book in the series.
February 8, 2018
As if being the only female firefighter in the department and the chief's daughter isn't enough, Faith finds herself attracted to her hot boss. Captain Joe has a lot on his plate also - trying for a promotion and dealing with a sick mother, in addition to his attraction to Faith. Both of the main characters had a lot to deal with in their lives - outside of their attraction to each other. Loved how Faith was able to help see his stepfamily in a new light so that he was able to appreciate them more.
February 13, 2018
This was my first book from Amy Knupp and I enjoyed it. Joe and Faith both come from firefighting families with both of their fathers having been Fire Chief. Joe is dealing with his mom being ill and her new husband‘s family. Faith is the first female at this fire department and from being injured on the job at her previous fire department, has panic attacks. They both have much to overcome. The book was well written as were the characters. I look forward to reading the rest in this series and more from this author.
February 14, 2018
The story revolves around two firefighters at the same station house. One is the Captain and one is the new transfer trying to prove herself to the all male squad. The characters were real and easy to relate to. They had to address real dilemmas, not manufactured problems. They truly cared about each other and not standing in the way of each other's career. The characters had growing to do and they did. Nice character development. Loved the kittens. I'm looking forward to reading more from this series and this author.
February 17, 2018
Faith is the only female firefighter in the group and she has to work harder than any of his colleagues not just for being female but also for being the fire chief’s daughter.
Joe is the fire captain and he always has been in conflict with his stepfather and his stepbrothers, all of them lawyers. He feels they don’t respect him because of his job.
The eternal conflict of women doing men’s jobs. I like how it is treated here. And I like too how Faith trust Joe and his words of encouragement makes her forget about her panic and focus on the problem at hand. Easy to read and very enjoyable.
Joe is the fire captain and he always has been in conflict with his stepfather and his stepbrothers, all of them lawyers. He feels they don’t respect him because of his job.
The eternal conflict of women doing men’s jobs. I like how it is treated here. And I like too how Faith trust Joe and his words of encouragement makes her forget about her panic and focus on the problem at hand. Easy to read and very enjoyable.
February 12, 2018
This is book four out of five in the Island Fire Series, but is a standalone. Joe is the Captain of the Fire Squad and Faith is the daughter of the Fire Chief. She joins the squad as the first female member. The chemistry between the two is smoking hot and we follow their relationship. Lots of passion and drama makes for a great read. I read an advance reader copy and voluntarily chose to write a review.
February 14, 2018
How Do We Know What We Really Want?
This is a wonderful story about how our perceptions of ourselves--and the perceptions we assume others have of us--influence our thinking and our actions. I loved sharing Faith's and Joe's journeys of self-discovery on their way to finding love. I also really liked witnessing Joe's personal growth as he got to know and accept his stepbrothers. (And, of course, seeing the softy in a strong man is always a treat.)
This is a wonderful story about how our perceptions of ourselves--and the perceptions we assume others have of us--influence our thinking and our actions. I loved sharing Faith's and Joe's journeys of self-discovery on their way to finding love. I also really liked witnessing Joe's personal growth as he got to know and accept his stepbrothers. (And, of course, seeing the softy in a strong man is always a treat.)
May 6, 2018
4 stars
I purchased Firestorm Island Fire book 4 by Amy Knupp and this review was given freely.
Accepting the mortality of a parent, broken relationships, resisting a workplace romance, and gaining a sense of belonging are just a few of struggles Faith and Captain Joe face while working together at the Fire Island Fire Station. This novel contains two rocky romances, mentions alcoholism, divorce and depression but has multiple happy endings.
I purchased Firestorm Island Fire book 4 by Amy Knupp and this review was given freely.
Accepting the mortality of a parent, broken relationships, resisting a workplace romance, and gaining a sense of belonging are just a few of struggles Faith and Captain Joe face while working together at the Fire Island Fire Station. This novel contains two rocky romances, mentions alcoholism, divorce and depression but has multiple happy endings.
July 30, 2023
I have always liked Joe. He has always been there for his men, the firefighters. Enter Faith, the first women on the team. She has been serving in a station on the mainland, but after an injury, has returned home to the station where her dad is chief. She knows that she has to work twice as hard to prove herself. Joe was asked by her dad to keep an eye on her, he never expected to fall in love with her. I enjoyed their family dynamics as they finally give into their feelings. Good story.
October 9, 2025
A little dull
2.5 stars
The writing flows, but the plot is a little bit dull. It seems like the biggest conflict should have been the forbidden supervisor/supervisee relationship, but nothing really happened with that. The two may have had chemistry, but everything seemed very insta. There's also a large age gap that isn't really dealt with other than a couple of jokes. As the first in a series, maybe it's just trying to set the scene.
2.5 stars
The writing flows, but the plot is a little bit dull. It seems like the biggest conflict should have been the forbidden supervisor/supervisee relationship, but nothing really happened with that. The two may have had chemistry, but everything seemed very insta. There's also a large age gap that isn't really dealt with other than a couple of jokes. As the first in a series, maybe it's just trying to set the scene.
February 11, 2018
Joe & Faith are attracted to each other, but think that their careers should come first, but for very different reasons. Throughout the novel, however, both are forced to reassess their original goals, and their characters grow & mature - especially Faith's.
This is a slow-moving firefighter romance novel, but a fairly okay read.
I voluntarily read & reviewed an ARC of this book.
This is a slow-moving firefighter romance novel, but a fairly okay read.
I voluntarily read & reviewed an ARC of this book.
February 13, 2018
I received a complimentary copy of this book and I am voluntarily reviewing it.
I enjoyed this book. The characters and plot were wonderful. The plot flowed beautifully. I just loved Joe and Faith. They seemed like the couple complimented each other beautifully. This is the first book of this series that I have read. I have to go back and read the others.
I recommend this book to anyone.
I enjoyed this book. The characters and plot were wonderful. The plot flowed beautifully. I just loved Joe and Faith. They seemed like the couple complimented each other beautifully. This is the first book of this series that I have read. I have to go back and read the others.
I recommend this book to anyone.
February 18, 2018
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As the department’s first woman, Faith just wants respect from her fellow firefighters. She is a fighter, has to be; she is not here just because her father is chief. Captain Joe admires her. He is impressed by her. I really liked Joe. He was caring. I liked the book but I liked other books by this author just that little bit better. It was very serious. Good not great.
As the department’s first woman, Faith just wants respect from her fellow firefighters. She is a fighter, has to be; she is not here just because her father is chief. Captain Joe admires her. He is impressed by her. I really liked Joe. He was caring. I liked the book but I liked other books by this author just that little bit better. It was very serious. Good not great.
September 22, 2025
A great story with wonderful characters, especially Faith, a strong, hardworking firefighter! Thoroughly enjoyed a story featuring a woman who can be successful, overcoming obstacles, in a male-dominated field! And…a man who respects her for it!
September 28, 2025
I’ve read other books in the series so I don’t know how I missed this one. Joe and Faith’s story is one of my favorites. Sometimes it takes losing what we want when trying to figure out what we really need. Thoroughly enjoy Amy Knupp’s books!
January 30, 2018
This book is amazing! You get wrapped up in the struggles Faith and Joe go through.
July 29, 2018
Loved this book! There are so many reasons why Joe and Faith should not be together but also a tie that keeps bringing them together.
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