Review: Beautifully written story of love, passion, and growth
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 27, 2013
4.5 Drops ReviewHeat Under Fire is the newest novella from Andrew Grey. It's in the same town as the By Fire series and the Of Love books. Dirk and Lee even make brief visits! Yes, that was me squealing... Unapologetically, thank you very much. When I heard that Andrew was doing a spin-off on the two hottest firefighters ever (well, a close tie with Griff and Dante, but I digress...) I knew I had to read Heat Under Fire. That said, Justin and Rock had some pretty serious boots to fill, but boy did they ever!From the very beginning Mr. Grey had my attention, and my heart racing. Watching Justin rescue a busload of children, a bus that was hanging off the freeway, set the tone for the kind of man he is. The problem for Justin becomes readily apparent though, in a work situation he is strong, controlled, honourable, and communicates flawlessly. Take the job out of the situation and the sexy, hero suddenly can't manage more than to gape and choke.Rock is a paramedic and has a serious thing for the confusing and aloof Justin. Well, aloof to him. Rock knows Justin talks to others just fine, but not to him. When their lack of communication sends Justin running for home and Rock to demand what his problem is, Justin manages to use his getting tongue tied for something useful... Tangling his tongue with Rocks!As they start seeing one another, a crazy mother, a quack, hospital visits, and the By Fire guys all get mixed in, and what a strange mix it is. But facing the past and moving forward is never easy, especially when you can't remember the past that haunts you.The characters are so beautifully written they stay with you long after finishing the story (I've already read it a second time... yep, just as good). Their emotions so real you feel your heart race, your eyes mist, and your ... well, a fan or cold shower might be needed a few times, lol. I wholeheartedly recommend Heat Under Fire for any that love M/M romance, hot cops, sexy EMTs, and a great story.*Heat Under Fire is a spin-off but can be read on it's own** Author provided eARC in exchange for an honest review.