High Heat

By: Annabeth Albert

Narrated by: Iggy Toma

"This affable May-December romance delivers all the well-developed characterization and sensual love scenes Albert’s fans expect." —Publishers Weekly

Annabeth Albert’s Hotshots series continues—the emotions and intensity of Chicago Fire with the raw, natural elements of Man vs. Wild.

Smoke jumping is Garrick Nelson’s life. Nothing, not severe injuries nor the brutal physical therapy that follows, is going to stop him from getting back with his crew. But when a lost dog shows up on his front porch, he can’t turn her away, and he can’t take care of her on his own. Thankfully, help comes in the form of his new sexy, dog-loving neighbor. As they work together, trying to re-home their little princess, Garrick can’t resist his growing attraction for the other man, even though he knows this guy isn’t the staying type.

Rain Fisher doesn’t take anything too seriously. He dances through life, one adventure at a time, never settling in one place for too long. When his hot, conveniently buff, neighbor shows up on his doorstep, dog in tow, Rain’s determined to not just save the adorable puppy, but her reluctant owner as well. He never expects their flirtation might tempt him into stay put once and for all...

Danger lurks everywhere for Central Oregon’s fire crews, but the biggest risk of all might be losing their hearts.

Hotshots
Book 1: Burn Zone
Book 2: High Heat
Book 3: Feel the Fire
Book 4: Up in Smoke

Also by Annabeth Albert:

Shore Leave
Book 1: Sailor Proof
Book 2: Sink or Swim

Out of Uniform
Book 1: Off Base
Book 2: At Attention
Book 3: On Point
Book 4: Wheels Up
Book 5: Squared Away
Book 6: Tight Quarters
Book 7: Rough Terrain

Garrick and Rain

Garrick is recovery from his near death ordeal 12 mths ago, when he finds a stray dog at his door, he needs his neighbors help and he finds her attractive grandson visiting for the summer. They hit it off and the rest is history, beautifully written and narrated

Love the Romance!!

And the interesting addition of the need & trust of both men, and a dog named Cookie. So many new beginnings for people who didn't see 'em coming! Thoroughly enjoyed the passion between the MC's, discovering how to navigate through uncharted physical challenges neither had faced before. Totally delicious story I've enjoyed more than a few times now, made so yummy by Iggy Toma's beautiful voice.

This story is important

This is the first romance I’ve read where there’s a problem in bed, and I think the storyline is so very important to tell! A lot of men and women have problems n bed because of some problem or other and I love that you told this amazing love story about this character’s journey through that and other problems!! It’s so beautifully told!! And I always love Iggy’s narration!! So there’s that!!

enjoyed it - solid 4 stars

Would I listen to it again: yes ✔
Did the story keep me engaged: yes ✔
Was I invested in the characters: yes ✔

📖 Story comment: Good pace, likeable characters, nice flow.
I liked that we got to find out what happend to Garrick. I appreciate the authors attention to not everying in Garrick's world being OK after his accident but with the right support network, it can be better.

🎧 Narrator comment: I enjoyed Iggy Toma's narration, he suits the characters, has good cadence, inflections and intonations and it's easy to distinguish the characters from each other. Overall an enjoyable performance and he bought the characters and story to life.

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📌 Where does it fall on my personal scale? 7
• 1 not my thing • 2 didn't like the narration • 3 didn't keep my attention • 4 was good, but once was enough • 5 enjoyed it • 6 will listen again if i'm in the mood for the narrator • 7 goes on the "re-listen" list • 8 kept me up past bed-time • 9 recommended to family/friends • 10 own it in multiple formats • 11 keep a copy with me at all times
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