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leighanneprin's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
pattyfgd's review against another edition
5.0
Ignite
The Everyday Heroes World
By Kim Loraine
Narrated by Jason Clarke and Stella Hunter with a cameo by Aaron Shedlock
Ah, Kim Loraine writing a cowboy/firefighter. How much better can it get? Travis Ryker has left the Ryker Ranch to start his new life. Recently divorced from a cheating wife, his demeanor is dark and nothing seems to light him up. Until Lark. Travis literally runs into Lark, a woman 15 years his junior and their attraction is instantaneous. Though young, her life has been full of tragedy and she carries a lot of baggage. And the chemistry is off the charts. Until Travis finds out she is his Chief's daughter. Now what should he do? Finally coming alive, the two now have to make decisions. What will they be? Loraine checks all the boxes for me when she writes. Swoony heroes, intelligent heroines and fantastic stories to back it all up. And to top it all off, we have a cameo by Buck Ryker!!! This is a fantastic addition to the Everyday Heroes World and has made my start to the weekend perfect!
Loraine is a master at picker her narrators and she must have had the voices of the two she chose in mind. Jason Clarke is so versatile and easily becomes Travis. He is broody, strong, protective and loving. Stella Hunter has an amazing range, and the emotional tug of Lark is huge. Each scene is perfectly executed. This team brought the best to this performance and with the addition of Aaron coming in as Buck just made it even sweeter!
The Everyday Heroes World
By Kim Loraine
Narrated by Jason Clarke and Stella Hunter with a cameo by Aaron Shedlock
Ah, Kim Loraine writing a cowboy/firefighter. How much better can it get? Travis Ryker has left the Ryker Ranch to start his new life. Recently divorced from a cheating wife, his demeanor is dark and nothing seems to light him up. Until Lark. Travis literally runs into Lark, a woman 15 years his junior and their attraction is instantaneous. Though young, her life has been full of tragedy and she carries a lot of baggage. And the chemistry is off the charts. Until Travis finds out she is his Chief's daughter. Now what should he do? Finally coming alive, the two now have to make decisions. What will they be? Loraine checks all the boxes for me when she writes. Swoony heroes, intelligent heroines and fantastic stories to back it all up. And to top it all off, we have a cameo by Buck Ryker!!! This is a fantastic addition to the Everyday Heroes World and has made my start to the weekend perfect!
Loraine is a master at picker her narrators and she must have had the voices of the two she chose in mind. Jason Clarke is so versatile and easily becomes Travis. He is broody, strong, protective and loving. Stella Hunter has an amazing range, and the emotional tug of Lark is huge. Each scene is perfectly executed. This team brought the best to this performance and with the addition of Aaron coming in as Buck just made it even sweeter!
xxbooksilovexx's review against another edition
5.0
This was my listen in the Everyday Heroes World. Totally loved it! Travis is totally swoon worthy & stole my heart. Firefighter & Cowboy - Yes, please!. Loved the chemistry between Lark & Travis. And I loved the age gap between them. Jason Clarke and Stella Hunter did an amazing job at narrating!
nicki_theoverflowingbookcase's review against another edition
4.0
A story that proves that no obstacle is too big to overcome. Both Travis and Lark have loads of baggage from their pasts and within the chapters of this book not only do they provide hope for each other but love and acceptance as well. Kim Loraine created characters that are easy to love and a storyline that will capture your heart. Simply put this is one of those books that the reader comes away with positive feelings.
merenunley's review against another edition
2.75
I listened to this on audio. “Darling” in that rough so there accent is 🔥🔥🔥
spuddytally's review against another edition
4.0
* * I HAD BEEN GIVEN AN ADVANCE READERS COPY IN EXCHANGE FOR MY HONEST REVIEW * *
I have read a few but not all the books in the series and it has introduced me to many new authors I would not have looked at before and that is what I really like about the Everyday Heroes.
This book at first confused me because there was a lot of back story that was eluded more than talked about and there were certain parts that annoyed me more than intrigued me. But that's the hard part of a new book with a new author you are learning their style and as I read more into the Story of Ryker and Lark I was not disappointed.
It's an instant attraction that turns into a deep love quickly that builds over trauma and therapies of both parts.
There are some loose ends I didn't like but that just leaves the door open for more stories about this wee fore hall and more glimpses of how Ryker and Lark are doing in the later months and years.
I do recommend this book.
- Ashton
I have read a few but not all the books in the series and it has introduced me to many new authors I would not have looked at before and that is what I really like about the Everyday Heroes.
This book at first confused me because there was a lot of back story that was eluded more than talked about and there were certain parts that annoyed me more than intrigued me. But that's the hard part of a new book with a new author you are learning their style and as I read more into the Story of Ryker and Lark I was not disappointed.
It's an instant attraction that turns into a deep love quickly that builds over trauma and therapies of both parts.
There are some loose ends I didn't like but that just leaves the door open for more stories about this wee fore hall and more glimpses of how Ryker and Lark are doing in the later months and years.
I do recommend this book.
- Ashton
booktastic21's review against another edition
5.0
I love the story and the journey of friendship between Travis and Lark "Birdie" was sweet. I have enjoyed the Ryker stories so this was like a little bonus to learn more about the family. Some of my favorite things a age gap, cowboy and a firefighter. I love how the stories come alive from the first page until the end.
jennifermarie119's review against another edition
5.0
I could not put this one down, this story was that good. Travis and Lark’s story is an age gap with a forbidden element and from the moment they met they were on fire. I loved how both characters helped each other overcome their pasts through their love. This book took you on a journey of emotions, it will make you laugh and cry and there were plenty of steamy moments that will leave you fanning yourself. I really enjoy Kim’s storytelling and this one will go in the repeat stack! Jason Clarke and Stella Hunter are perfection as Travis and Lark. There was added bonus of Aaron Shedlock back as the Ryker brothers. An amazing read/listen that you should pick up especially if you love firefighters and cowboys.
aliciasplendeur's review against another edition
4.0
Steamy age gap. Even though our main characters fall in love pretty quickly, this book delivers a solid romance from two people who have lived through heavy experiences and all in 190 pages.
Travis Ryker moved to California to put the past behind him. He does his job as a firefighter and rides his horse. That's all. He doesn't even spend time with his fellow firefighters outside of work.
Until he meets Lark. She's too young for him, too broken. But he can't let her go.
Even though he should stay away.
Travis Ryker moved to California to put the past behind him. He does his job as a firefighter and rides his horse. That's all. He doesn't even spend time with his fellow firefighters outside of work.
Until he meets Lark. She's too young for him, too broken. But he can't let her go.
Even though he should stay away.
holly_hawk_reads_a_lot's review against another edition
5.0
Ignite is one of books in The Everyday Heroes World Series. This audio book is told in duet narration from Lark and Travis. I really enjoy duet narration, so that made the book more fun! This is an age gap romance.
Lark and Travis meet when Travis accidently clips the bike she is riding. He takes her to the hospital and stays with her. They start to have feelings for each other.
When he's at the fire station, she shows up, and it turns out his captain is her dad. So they hide their relationship from him. Both Travis and Lark are going through something. Lark had a traumatic past, and has trouble being in big crowds. Travis is going through a divorce, and his ex wife won't leave him alone.
As the book continues their feelings for each other grow. However Lark isn't sure if Travis is fully over his ex wife. What happens when the ex wife shows back up. What happens when one of their lives gets put in danger? What happens when her father finds out about their relationship?
I really enjoyed this book, and am excited to go read more about the other members of Travis's family.
Lark and Travis meet when Travis accidently clips the bike she is riding. He takes her to the hospital and stays with her. They start to have feelings for each other.
When he's at the fire station, she shows up, and it turns out his captain is her dad. So they hide their relationship from him. Both Travis and Lark are going through something. Lark had a traumatic past, and has trouble being in big crowds. Travis is going through a divorce, and his ex wife won't leave him alone.
As the book continues their feelings for each other grow. However Lark isn't sure if Travis is fully over his ex wife. What happens when the ex wife shows back up. What happens when one of their lives gets put in danger? What happens when her father finds out about their relationship?
I really enjoyed this book, and am excited to go read more about the other members of Travis's family.