Ember's Kiss: A Dragonfire Novel [Mass Market Paperback]

Deborah Cooke (Author)

Book Description

Release date: October 2, 2012 | Series: DRAGON FIRE NOVEL (Book 8)

A DRAGONFIRE NOVEL

For centuries, the shape-shifting dragon warriors known as the Pyr have hidden themselves from mankind, defending the earth’s treasures in secrecy. But as the final reckoning with the Slayers—who are determined to eradicate both humans and the Pyr who protect them—heats up, even the most ancient secrets will be revealed.…

Brandon Merrick is determined to banish his shifter nature forever. The charismatic tattooed surfer is on the cusp of the ultimate challenge—to prove himself on the whitecaps of Hawaii and secure his future as a pro surfer. But his dragon isn’t prepared to be tamed so easily....

One look at marine biologist Liz Barrett ignites the spark of a firestorm: Liz is his destined mate and his chance for happiness. While Brandon sees their first night together as just the beginning, his dragon seizes the upper hand. Awakening in the company of a raging dragon challenges Liz’s ability to believe her own eyes. Can Brandon accept his inner beast in time to make it work with Liz?

Neither one realizes Brandon is caught in an ancient Slayer’s scheme to enslave him. When the deadly plot ignites, the very island will be at risk...and Brandon and his mate could be the ultimate sacrifice.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Deborah Cooke has written over thirty romance novels under the names Claire Cross and Claire Delacroix. When she isn't writing, Deborah can be found knitting, sewing or hunting for vintage patterns.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 416 pages
• Publisher: Signet; Original edition (October 2, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0451238257
• ISBN-13: 978-0451238252
• Product Dimensions: 4.1 x 1.3 x 6.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #490,996 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Deborah Cooke sold her first book, a medieval romance which was published under the pseudonym Claire Delacroix, in 1992. Since then, she has published over fifty romance novels in a wide variety of subgenres, including historical romance, paranormal romance, time travel romance, fantasy romance, contemporary romance, fantasy with romantic elements and paranormal young adult with paranormal elements. She has won numerous awards for her work, including the Orange County RWA Book Buyer's Best and the Colorado RWA's Award of Excellence, and been nominated for still more. In 2009, Deborah was the writer-in-residence at the Toronto Public Library, the first time the library has hosted a residency focused on the romance genre. In 2012, she was honored to receive the Romance Writers of America PRO Mentor of the Year Award.

Deborah makes her home in Canada with her husband. When she isn't writing or reading, she can be found knitting, sewing or hunting for vintage patterns.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing series, just keeps getting better and better November 26, 2012

By Deborah Haupt

Format:Mass Market Paperback

Brandon Merrick is a dragon shape shifter, a Pyr only he thinks of himself as a monster, he doesn't know about his heritage because of an absent father. He's focusing on surfing the Hawaiian waves while getting help from his old Chinese friend to save him from his dragon-self. But now there's another fly in the ointment during an eclipse Brandon's firestorm erupts, (when the Pyr find their one true mate), and what a woman she is but it's also causing his dragon to take control.
Marine Biologist, Liz Bennett is also in denial, she's running from a past full of magic and legends too hurtful to remember, so she's come to the islands to start over. But before she can even unpack her suitcase she's literally hit by the sensual sparks coming from a gorgeous surfer and she never knew what hit her. Worse it unleashes her thought dead powers.
Liz and Brandon are alight in the newfound light of the firestorm and before the sparks die down nature is erupting in catastrophe, but there's nothing natural about it. A terrible enemy has them in their sights and will do anything to end them. The other Pyr have sensed the firestorm and are on their way to help, if they can reach them in time. Will the firestorm bring them together forever or will it burn them to ashes.

Deborah Cooke's excellence in world building just keeps getting better and better and her characters just keep getting more interesting. This time she brings us a man who's ignorance of his heritage gets him in a world of trouble and a woman who's knowledge of hers scares the daylights out of her and we get to watch as the magic of Deborah's words give them life and meaning and make them fall in love as well.... Her plot of fantasy and contemporary mixes like the perfect ingredients of a time loved recipe, her characters keep the pages turning and the nails bitten to the quick. And the romance, oh the romance is poetic how she makes these not so ordinary folks bow to the altar of extraordinary love. As with every series they're best read in order but she also makes each one stand well on it's own.
Deborah yours is always one of my must reads and always keepers on my shelves. Read more ›

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars This series is romantic, wildly unreal, but so much fun! November 5, 2012

By A. Alam

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Love this series. Deborah Cooke writes so well. Suspense and romance and a whole group of unusual characters. OK so dragons aren't real. But Deborah makes them come alive with wonderful abilities and feelings. There is a family feel to the Pyr. Good vs Evil always a winner with me!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Better than expected October 21, 2012

By Piperine4u

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This latest part of the Dragonfire Saga introduces new elements or maybe I should say elementals. I found it to be one of the better books in the series. I especially liked character Pele as this book takes place in Hawaii.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars review October 24, 2012

By jdc

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Plot was good - just too many wasted pages on sex that did not increase the story. They did add quite a few pages to the book however,-m guess I am just old fashioned - I'd rather a good story than irrelevant details.

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Ember's Kiss is Paranormal Romance at its best October 5, 2012

By Tralee

Format:Mass Market Paperback

What another engrossing and amazing instalment to the Dragonfire Series by Deborah Cooke. If you are a lover of Dragons and the paranormal and have not read this series all I can say is what are you waiting for.

The reading order for the Dragonfire series is

Kiss of Fire Dragonfire Novel Book 1
Kiss of Fury Dragonfire Novel Book 2
Kiss of Fate Dragonfire Novel Book 3
Winter Kiss Dragonfire Novel Book 4
Harmonia's Kiss Dragonfire Novella
Whispers Kiss Dragonfire Novel Book 5
Darkfire Kiss Dragonfire Novel Book 6
Flashfire Dragonfire Novel Book 7
Embers Kiss Dragonfire Novel Book 8

This is a keeper for all lovers of paranormal romance.

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Loved it! May 27, 2013

By Pamela

Format:Mass Market Paperback

- SPOILER ALERT! -

For those who love the paranormal series, "Dragonfire" by Deborah Cooke, the eighth book in the series, "Ember's Kiss" does not disappoint. It's a terrific novel about a young man (Brandon) who doesn't want to acknowledge or accept who and what he really is; that he's Pyr (dragon). For years he's hated his dragon and done everything to ignore it; turning away from the other Pyr members who've tried to guide him; and not wanting to be a part of the war between Pyr and Slayers; to only do what he loves best - surfing the biggest and most dangerous waves. Once again Cooke delivers a well-written, intriguing and engaging story of good vs. evil. It's full of action, suspense, and romance. As well, two adversaries (Slayers) who try to destroy each other for total control and power. I loved it all, especially the couple at the heart of the story, Brandon and Liz, who made this story really come alive. The way Brandon's firestorm occurs so early on in the book (chapter 2), the way it consumes them as they've never met and don't even know their names - talk about hot and oh so erotic. The heat and passion between them sizzles. I've always loved the heroes in the series and that includes Brandon. There've been the odd one or two heroines that I didn't care for, but I thought Liz was absolutely terrific. With no clue of what's really going on and instead of sitting back and doing nothing, Liz dives right in to help Brandon fight his demons and ultimately, the Slayers, never giving up on him. She accepts who and what Brandon really is. With the support and guidance Brandon receives from Liz and the other Pyr members (and their mates), Brandon is able to finally accept his true self and destination....

I'm already looking forward to reading the next installment in this kick-ass paranormal series. Read more ›

5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it May 13, 2013

By debbielee

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I love this family.
Intrigue, romance, sex (hot steamy sex) sadness,devestation, heart break and fun,, what is there not too love about the family that faces all these life changing things and still see the benefits of loving and carng for each other is what life is all about.