J.R. Ward knows how to tell a story. My heart was pounding from the first chapter. I wanted to hug and squeeze both Danny and Anne (but for very different reasons**wink winker**). As with previous Ward books, there are several character/story lines woven seamlessly in a beautiful tapestry of words. Anne and Danny do get a resolution and there is no cliffy, but I did feel like there was a few unresolved things. Hopefully the story will continue with Tom or Jack as the main character.

I have been a fan of JR Ward’s other publications for sometime. So thankful for the opportunity to read this new one. I would rate this one as one of her best. I couldn’t put this book down, I loved everything about it. The characters and their stories were fantastically developed. I can’t wait to see where this new series go.

I’m a little torn over this one. I liked some of the storyline, it was really intense in some parts. There’s a lot of detail and there were several times where I felt I was right up in there watching it happen in front of me. I think the one major thing that made me not really enjoy the book was Anne. She drove me bonkers! I was 80% in and when I read the part about why she is the way she is towards her mom, I about lost my noodle on the fake people. I called my husband to bitch about her because I wanted to be done with her. I’m all hell no, Anne with an e. I wanted to put her in the time out corner! Then there was another incident between her and Danny towards the end too that really chapped my ass. But I digress... I really did enjoy some parts, just not all. Anne really is a badass and I liked her some of the time. Danny didn’t blow me away but I am intrigued about some other cool cats that I would like to read more about, especially Rizzo. I feel like I’m all over the place with my feelings because I really am torn. I just need to get over the pretend people pissing me off.

Explosive! What a way to kick off a series. Loved Danny and Anna and all their imperfections. Can’t wait to see where Ward takes it from here. Introduced a ton of characters that I’m looking forward to read about.

Consumed very much consumed me from the first word until the last. Everything in between was nothing short of spectacular. ~ Heather, White Hot Reads

Consumed was my first JR Ward book and now I wonder why I waited so long. Sigh. Now I'm determined to read all about the Bourbon Kings, but first -- Anne and Danny.

I don't know what I expected from this book - probably some super sexy firemen with a bevy of beauties who follow them everywhere. However, Consumed is so much more than that. It feels like a real life account of a firefighters life - and all the things that we don't see as the public.

Anger. Sadness. Despair. Tragedy. Mental Health. Investigations.

Anne has been part of the fire family her whole life - first, as a child of a fireman and then as a firefighter herself. Then one fire changes her life - forever. But Anne is a strong woman. She doesn't let these changes get her down. She keeps fighting and rises through the ashes. Her path now includes investigating the fires that her previous team fought. Add a huge dose of masochistic a$$holes and she becomes Consumed by the fire.

Danny, oh Danny boy. I have to say, I really loved him. Not just because he seems to be super sexy , but he's real. He's dealing with his demons. He's trying to find himself after...

Consumed isn't a love story - it's a life story. A story about all the things that happen in life and it teaches us that we can either be consumed by them or rise from the ashes. It's the perfect story that provides us lessons about learning to live again and what that can mean for all parties involved.

5 Phoenix Stars for Consumed!

This series is going to be the next binge read for all fans of J.R. Ward. This book ignited a passion for me, one that I don't think I can wait on for too long. I can't wait for the next installment and will be bursting into flames once released! A highly recommended read for those who have come to love the author, and those who just need a good dose of fire!

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Consumed by JR Ward
I received this book from the Netgalley for an honest review.
I was excited to see this new series on Netgalley when I was looking for a book to read. I am a huge fan of her paranormal series and I also loved her older Jessica Bird books.
Since I knew there was going to be world building with introducing a new series, characters and relationships, I sat back and enjoyed the world she was creating for us. The world building was a little bit slower then I anticipated but once the story took off, it was blowing me away. The twists and turns were amazing. I didn’t see the twists coming at all!!
Anne is one hell of a woman. I don’t know that I would have done what she does in the beginning of the story that changed her life for good. She is strong and feisty if not stubborn to a fault when it comes to how she feels for Danny.
Danny is just…yum…can I get that outta the way. He is strong and alpha but vulnerable when it comes to his feelings for Anne. They have a chemistry that you can FEEL through the pages throughout the story. Their banter is this flirty yet the push and pull that left me wanting more…wanting one of them to cross that line from “friends wanting” to “friends with MORE”.
The book has many different stories. Its Anne and Danny redefining THEM. Its Anne getting over her life changing event. Its Danny figuring out HIM after losing Anne. It’s the arson investigation Anne is trying to figure out. It’s the firefighters and the fire station. It’s the politics of the town and lastly its figuring out what you want out of life when you realize you had it all wrong.
The book is very complex with all the relationships and history of the characters. There is so much comradery and respect for one another all the while everyone is dealing with their own demons. Some of those demons will come back to cause issues for Danny, Anne and the entire firefighting family of station 499.
I can’t wait for the next book and I REALLY HOPE that Tom is the next book. Anne’s brother needs some love. He is carrying to world on his shoulders. I am even more excited for this series after reading the book.

This is my first book by J.R. Ward. I saw so many people talking about it in my reading groups that I just knew I had to read it. The book centers around a group of fire fighters, all men except for Anne Ausburn. She is living the legacy....a father who was a fire fighter and her brother is the Chief. Anne is somewhat involved with Danny McGuire her fellow colleague. Then fate happens.....Anne is hurt and no longer able to work as a fire fighter. She learns to reinvent herself in a new job as a fire investigator. The recent warehouse fires start to look fishy. The deeper Anne digs into the investigation, it appears she is putting herself in the line of fire. There is a twist to the mystery that I didn't see coming, but I don't want to give that away. I loved this book. I will be reading more books by this author! Great read!

Wow! Consumed by JR Ward starts off with intense action that Anne Asburn pays a steep price for. The mystery is intense and builds very slowly as the sparks between Anne and Danny fly. Anne has built her identity on being a firefighter and one hard night at work takes that dream away from her. As she begins to rebuild her life, Danny is also struggling with guilt and not truly living his own life. Irresistibly drawn together, they definitely have chemistry...putting their minds to work on the mystery shows a good depth.

I admit I was not as crazy about the characters as I thought I would be. I like that they are flawed but Anne's reckless behavior is downright scary and not someone I would want to partner with to fight fires. I admit her rash disregard for the rules does come with a consequence that is extreme... but it also is a character trait that would make firefighters cringe. I found it a turn off. That being said,... I did continue reading and I like the maturity and growth that comes with her experiences. Her new boss is a hoot, darn I really like him. There are many characters that draw you into the story...into the mystery that needs to be solved. It is worth spending the time reading as it gets much better!

Well written, great romantic scenes and chemistry, flawed main characters that can grow on you, intriguing mystery, and amazing supporting characters.

Thank you to NetGalley and to Galley, Threshold, and Pocket Books for an advanced readers copy. As always, my opinions are my own.

Welcome to your next series addiction. A riveting and gritty read. Ward continues to surprise with yet another fresh helping of alpha and not just the male variety. This fall warm up next to the fire with a combustible read from an author who knows how to ignite the reader!

This was a fun, light summer read that centers around firefighters, arson, murder and of course romance! This was a bit predictable, with characters that were un-evenly developed, and an ending that felt forced. That said, the book introduced other characters that I would like to read about (and expect to see in titles further in the series). Recommend for light summer romance reading.

OMG!! I loved this book! Couldn’t put it down! JR Ward is an incredible writer! She creates characters and stories that are interesting, with elements of humor, suspense, attention to detail in her storytelling that makes you feel like you are there.
What a great book!

Fairly new to J. R. Ward’s work, I was excited to read her new book. Consumed is the story of Danny and Anna who know they are not good for each other, yet can’t stay away. When a devastating fire, causes Anna to change her life, she knows she will be a survivor, with or without her family. Danny carries gilt from that fateful day and no one can be sure he live without his Anne. When an arsonist starts threatening Anne, Danny knows he has to save her because he can’t lose her again.
I am anxiously waiting for the others characters to have their turn with their own stories.

I have to admit this is the first JR Ward book I've ever read. And I'm not really sure how I feel about it. I don't know if the writing style is 'normal' or if this is an anomaly...

What I liked...the premise of the story. the action. the unapologetic treatment of the characters situations...

What I didn't like...the overly descriptive style, the lack of dialogue, the way the ending felt forced...

I was pretty meh about the characters - didn't love them or hate them. Nothing leaves me itching for the next book in the series, but I m curious about what might develop so I'll probably give book 2 a try.

firefighters, family-dynamics, detective, PTSD, romance, contemporary, suspense, action, bravery -----

Anne learns that she can get caught by a new passion/calling and that fire is simply a fact, but true evil is a human monster. Told as only someone who has been around driven firefighters and detectives can, this book is truly representative of Ward's genius with plot, characters, emotions, and imagery. Don't miss this one, but be prepared for situations that would make USMC blanch. See publisher's blurb for hints without spoilers.
Disclaimer: I have worked in a major city ER, floor duty, rehab, and jails. Oh, and I love this author's books.
I requested and received an ARC from Simon and Schuster Publisher via NetGalley. Thank you!

I've enjoyed Ward's Black Dagger Brotherhood books, so I (rightly) assumed I'd enjoy anything else she's written. This novel follows a group of firefighters. As she did in the Brotherhood books, Ward did an excellent job of creating characters you care for and feel invested in. Consumed has lots of action and intrigue, and the sex was steamy. I'm looking forward to other books she'll write in this series!

I just finished reading this book and I am a little unsure how I felt about the book. I should start by saying that the book really did grab me and hold my interest, and was hard for me to put down at times.

There was a twist to the end of the book that I really liked, I just wish it had gotten a little more involved in the twist, it almost felt like it was included just because a piece needed to be tied up. I also think some parts kind of felt like they were almost left hanging a bit for me.

The main character had a complicated relationship with her brother that I think I would have liked to have been explored a little more. And there is a part in the book that I keep turning over in my head that doesn’t make sense to me why it was in there. When her brother went to one of the guy’s apartments to talk to him, he mentioned wearing a mask, but it was never brought up again and I just don’t know why it was there.

Overall I really enjoyed the book, there are just some parts I felt were under developed or I wasn’t quite sure why they were in the book.

When I picked up Consumed, all I really knew was that it was written by JR Ward. And honestly that's all that mattered. Especially after loving her Bourbon Kings trilogy.

And as I suspected, Consumed was a superbly written story that was captivating as well as emotionally wrecking, and it was filled with charismatic characters that left me wanting more. 

I was shocked the way the author opened the book. I admire her for not holding any punches. She actually left me sitting with my mouth hanging wide open not believing what I was reading. And that opening scene wasn't the only one that gave me a sense that this series will touch non charted territory. Throughout the book, there were quite a few scenes and sub plots that left me reeling. The straight forward approach to topics that are often avoided was refreshing and fascinating. The story felt honest, raw, and authentic. And the emotional traction that I got from those pages felt REAL. 

I must honestly admit that it took me quite a while to get into the book.

The story is told from multiple POVs, and at the beginning I was plainly overwhelmed by them. But at the end they all made sense and added to the rich and overall deeply layered plot.

Speaking of plot, the mystery on it's own was superbly crafted. The author kept me guessing, and the last twist came out of the blue and side swept me with a big wallop. It was very well done!!! 

The feeling that these fire crews were one big family was palpable. It was easy to imagine it. Their camaraderie, loyalty, love and fierce allegiance to each other is what made it so hard to for me to say goodbye at the end of the book. I wanted the story to go on. I had so many more questions, and I really hope I'll see certain characters again. 

Consumed didn't feel like the author's Bourbon Kings, which I adored and devoured. But at the end of the book the author had me hooked. It might have taken me longer to get invested, and connected to the story and characters, but the only thing that matters is that I'm looking forward to the next book. As I said I wasn't done with this crew, and I hope the author isn't either.

I liked the description of this book, a female firefighter who has to completely rebuild her life after an on the job injury, with some mystery and a love story added in. However, I didn't like the characters, except for the rescue pit bull, Soot. Because I didn't like the characters, I didn't have much sympathy for their problems, and it was like reading a Jerry Springer soap opera at the firehouse.

Amazing book. It has left me with a huge book hangover that it even entered my Dreams.
Anne & Danny are a great couple. Both have so much pain in their pasts that they have a hard time coming together. There is so much drama, love, laughs and tears in this book. I can’t wait to read the next one in this series.