Showing posts with label Kate Meader. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kate Meader. Show all posts

Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Up in Smoke by Kate Meader {a review}

 
Are you ready for a new firefighter romance series from Kate Meader? If so, go grab Up in Smoke NOW! Up in Smoke is the first in the brand new Hot in Chicago Rookies series about firefighters navigating the trials of new jobs and sizzling romances as they find their place in the world and the love of a lifetime.

First things first, I love that Abby has followed her dreams and became a firefighter. Yes she's following in her mom's footsteps, but she's doing this on her own, and proving that just because her father is who he is, he isn't helping her one bit. Abby has earned her position at Station 6 because of her qualifications.

Then there is that meet cute between Roman and Abby at the diner. Absolutely loved that, and absolutely saw what was going to happen next. It didn't matter one bit that I predicted it, the story still captivated me. From Abby finding her footing at the firehouse, to learning the ropes, to creating friendships, to going out on calls, I loved it all. The moments of tension, at work, between Abby and Roman had me coming back for more. I had to see how all of this was going to work out.

When they finally got together I was curious as to how it would affect their work, or if it would at all. I also was wondering what Abby's dad was going to say when he found out. I wasn't expecting it to all be revealed the way it was. But it was probably the best way for it to be revealed for the shock/drama factor.

Speaking of drama, I fulled expected Roman's ex to bring more to the table in that department. So I was a bit disappointed by her role in the story.

BUT, the moment of conflict between Roman and Abby was top notch. I never want to see characters in agony, but the way Kate Meader laid this all out was perfection. It just made the reunion all the sweeter. I could go on, but I don't want to accidentally spoil anything.

This was a great kick off to the new series, and I am so glad that I read it. Cannot wait to read the next book in the series, and witness Abby & Roman as side characters. Plus the next book is about Jude, and I am so ready for his story to be told! Now I just hope that Kate releases it sooner than December! (wishful thinking)

Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts on Up in Smoke. If you are a fan of firefighter romances set in the workplace, that is also a bit of an age gap, as well as forbidden, then you need to check out this book!

Laura
Cover: Lori Jackson Design

Lives are on the line at Engine 6 … and so are hearts.

 

Newly-minted firefighter Abby Sullivan is exactly where she wants to be: Chicago Fire Department’s Engine 6, the station where her mom blazed a trail as one of the first female firefighters in the city. The first to fall in the line of duty, too. All Abby wants is to succeed, but that’s a tough proposition when people only see a feel-good story, a token woman failing at a man’s job, or the princess in need of protection. And the man tasked with watching her six? 

 

Lieutenant Roman Rossi, the one person she can’t let close. 

 

Having the daughter of his boss and nemesis under his wing shouldn’t be a problem for Roman—he’s a professional and can treat her like any other firefighter rookie. Except she happens to be the gorgeous woman he once shared a slice of cherry pie with, followed by the hottest, sweetest, most pulse-pounding kiss of his life. He didn’t know her name but he had planned to find out.

 

Now Roman knows exactly who Abby is: a threat to his self-control more dangerous than a five-alarm blaze. Lust has no place in the firehouse, and a distraction like Abby with her electric blue eyes, waves of flame-red hair, and freckles Roman wants to map with his tongue, is one he can ill afford. 

 

Because one wrong move … and it could all go up in smoke.

 



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Meet Kate Meader 


Originally from Ireland, USA Today bestselling author Kate Meader cut her romance reader teeth on Maeve Binchy and Jilly Cooper novels, with some Harlequins thrown in for variety. Give her tales about brooding mill owners, oversexed equestrians, and men who can rock an apron, fire hose, or hockey stick, and she’s there. 

Now based in Chicago, she writes sexy contemporary romance with big-hearted guys and strong heroines - and heroes - who can match their men quip for quip.


Connect with Kate Meader 

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Thank you to Kate Meader, and Wildfire Marketing Solutions, for providing me with an advanced review copy of Up in Smoke.


Friday, November 12, 2021

Who wants a new firefighter romance? {cover reveal}

 
Did you see that Kate Meader has a new firefighter romance series coming soon?

Well she does, and it's called Hot in Chicago Rookies.

Up in Smoke is the first in the brand new Hot in Chicago Rookies series about firefighters navigating the trials of new jobs and sizzling romances as they find their place in the world and the love of a lifetime.

 

The first book is Up in Smoke, and it is coming February 22, 2022.

According to a post on Kate's Facebook page, Up in Smoke will feature:

🚒 A Single Dad Firefighter
🚒 Girl power in a man's world
🚒 Oops, I kissed my boss before I knew he was my boss.

I don't know about you, but I am so ready for this series to kick off. And also, LOOK AT THIS COVER!!



Lives are on the line at Engine 6 … and so are hearts.

 

Newly-minted firefighter Abby Sullivan is exactly where she wants to be: Chicago Fire Department’s Engine 6, the station where her mom blazed a trail as one of the first female firefighters in the city. The first to fall in the line of duty, too. All Abby wants is to succeed, but that’s a tough proposition when people only see a feel-good story, a token woman failing at a man’s job, or the princess in need of protection. And the man tasked with watching her six? 

 

Lieutenant Roman Rossi, the one person she can’t let close. 

 

Having the daughter of his boss and nemesis under his wing shouldn’t be a problem for Roman—he’s a professional and can treat her like any other firefighter rookie. Except she happens to be the gorgeous woman he once shared a slice of cherry pie with, followed by the hottest, sweetest, most pulse-pounding kiss of his life. He didn’t know her name but he had planned to find out.

 

Now Roman knows exactly who Abby is: a threat to his self-control more dangerous than a five-alarm blaze. Lust has no place in the firehouse, and a distraction like Abby with her electric blue eyes, waves of flame-red hair, and freckles Roman wants to map with his tongue, is one he can ill afford. 

 

Because one wrong move … and it could all go up in smoke.

 


Pre-Order Your Copy Here:

Amazon | Apple | Kobo | Nook 


Add to your Goodreads TBR List!



Meet Kate Meader 


Originally from Ireland, USA Today bestselling author Kate Meader cut her romance reader teeth on Maeve Binchy and Jilly Cooper novels, with some Harlequins thrown in for variety. Give her tales about brooding mill owners, oversexed equestrians, and men who can rock an apron, fire hose, or hockey stick, and she’s there. 

Now based in Chicago, she writes sexy contemporary romance with big-hearted guys and strong heroines - and heroes - who can match their men quip for quip.


Connect with Kate Meader 

Newsletter | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Goodreads | BookBub | Reader Group | Amazon Author Page



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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Rebel Yule by Kate Meader {a review}

 

Are you a fan of the Rookie Rebels series from Kate Meader? If so, then go grab Rebel Yule now! This novella, set during the Christmas season, will have you falling for Erik!

Casey has been working as Harper's assistant for a while now, and every time Erik Jorgenson has a meeting with Harper, Casey cringes. He acts as though he doesn't remember her, but Casey remembers Erik quite well. It may have been one night, but she thinks about it fondly. Meanwhile Erik cannot figure out why Casey dislikes him so much! What did he do? He's friendly, he asks questions, and he tries not to pester, but it's always the same. It isn't until the night of the party at Harper's house that Erik's questions are answered. And those answers? Well it's allowed him to explain something major, and he fills Casey in on a few things. While Erik wants forever with Casey, she's offering him a holiday fling. Can it stick to that? Or will these two ride off into the sunset together?

I fell for these two big time! I love how passionate Erik is about Christmas, and about his family. I love how invites the team over for these holiday celebrations. I love the time that he and Casey spent together. Yes my heart hurt for the years that these two had to be apart, but now things are headed in the right direction. Everything that happened between these two just felt right. From the way things ended all those years ago, to Casey's reaction to seeing Erik again, to the way their story unfolded. Loved it, and wish it was a full novel versus the novella. Of course I also loved getting to see the familiar faces from previous stories making their appearances. 

If you're a hockey romance fan who enjoys a good second chance romance, then go grab Rebel Yule now! Or save it for a bit closer to Christmas, and read it during December.

Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts about Rebel Yule. 

Laura

A holiday entry in the Rookie Rebels series, featuring a player who’s been here from the start . . . 

Goalie Erik "Fish" Jorgenson finally gets his shot at love . . . but first he'll have to figure out what he did to offend the woman he's had his eye on for some time. Can a little Yuletide cheer get him into her good graces, warm bed, and frozen heart? Or will he fumble the puck and lose his chance? 

Join the Chicago Rebels this holiday season and find out if Erik is as good at saving Christmas as he is at saving goals!



Grab Your Copy Here:

Amazon | Apple | Kobo | Nook


Add Rebel Yule to your Goodreads TBR!



Meet Kate Meader 


Originally from Ireland, USA Today bestselling author Kate Meader cut her romance reader teeth on Maeve Binchy and Jilly Cooper novels, with some Harlequins thrown in for variety. Give her tales about brooding mill owners, oversexed equestrians, and men who can rock an apron, fire hose, or hockey stick, and she’s there. 

Now based in Chicago, she writes sexy contemporary romance with big-hearted guys and strong heroines - and heroes - who can match their men quip for quip.


Connect with Kate Meader 

Newsletter | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Goodreads | BookBub | Reader Group | Amazon Author Page



Hosted By

Thank you to Kate Meader, and Wildfire Marketing Solutions, for providing me with an advanced copy of Rebel Yule.