Fire and Ice: Legal Briefs (Harlequin Blaze, No 65) (Paperback)

by Tori Carrington (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From the Author
Dear Reader,

Jena McCade is a woman who knows what she wants and takes it. Wouldn't we all like to say that about ourselves? Have you ever wondered why so many of us can't? Perhaps it's because we're afraid of finding ourselves smack dab in the middle of a situation that may be too hot to handle. That's what happens to our heroine. BecauseTommy Brodie should come with a warning label--CAUTION: LIVE WIRE.

In FIRE AND ICE, provocative criminal defense attorney Jena McCade has faced her share of opponents in the courtroom, but sexy ex-jock Tommy "Wild Man" Brodie is her toughest opponent yet in the personal arena. When a scorching one-night stand leaves Tommy thinking he can take up permanent residence in her life, Jena uses every weapon in her arsenal to scare him off. Only Tommy's made of stronger stuff than that. And when he utilizes a few of his own sexual weapons…well, Jena never stands a chance.

We hope you enjoy Jena and Tommy's sizzling story. We'd love to hear what you think. Write to us at P.O.And don't miss Marie's story, GOING TOO FAR, available in February 2003.

Here's wishing you happy (and hot!) reading,

Lori & Tony Karayianni aka Tori Carrington

Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.
"You took your own sweet time getting here…"

Jena heard Tommy's voice just as she rounded the corner. Before she knew what was happening, he'd hauled her into his arms and pressed her against the cool wall in the deserted hallway. She shivered as he eyed her mouth in a predatory way.

"I wanted to make sure no one followed me," Jena said, surprised at the shallowness of her breathing, the unbearable craving deep in her belly. He hadn't even touched her yet and she was a heartbeat away from climaxing.

Trembling with anticipation, Jena watched as Tommy slid his finger under one of her dress straps and tugged it down her bare arm until the fabric pulled tight against her breasts. When it scraped against her hypersensitive nipples, she let out a small cry.

"Shhh," Tommy said, tipping her head forward and kissing her deeply. "We wouldn't want anyone to hear you and come to investigate."

Jena gazed into his handsome face. "You're not suggesting…we're not going to…"

Tommy licked her bottom lip, then pulled it into his mouth. "Oh, yes, Jena. We very definitely are…."

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Harlequin (December 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0373790694
• ISBN-13: 978-0373790692
• Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 4.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,130,849 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars book desciption- back of book, June 22, 2003

By	"choosealotbooks" (seattle) - See all my reviews

Bad-girl criminal defense attorney Jena McCade has finally found her bad-boy sexual equal. Professional hockey player Tommy "Wild Man" Brodie is everything she's ever wanted in a man. He's gorgeous, he's incredibly talented...and he's temporary! Still, when Tommy shows up on her doorstep after being injured, Jena can't resist offering him some very physical therapy....

Tommy wants out of the rat race - almost as badly as he wants Jena! Since their one-night stand, she's been on his mind and in his dreams. And now he finally has the sexy D.A. right where he wants her - in his bed, exciting him, delighting him. The problem? Jena considers their relationship a fling...nothing more. But even Tommy knows that possession is nine-tenths of the law. And once he's stolen Jena's heart, she's not getting it back....

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Blaze not to be missed!, December 29, 2002

By	Patti Fischer "pattifischer" (Clarkston, WA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

FIRE AND ICE by Tori Carrington is exactly what I pictured the Blaze line as being. Sizzling characters. Dialogue that is snappy. Love scenes that are scorchers. If you want to experience Blaze at its best, pick up FIRE AND ICE.
This is one book that made me stay up late to finish, because I did not want to put it down. The writing team of Tori Carrington is fast establishing themselves as one of the hottest authors at Harlequin Books and it shouldn't be long before we see them also published elsewhere. FIRE AND ICE is a masterpiece work of art created by this outstanding husband and wife writing team.

The story opens with Tommy "Wild Man" Brodie on Jena McCade's doorstep. The Hockey star Tommy had met Attorney Jena several months before and had a wild one night stand. He is back for more and she is ready for more. It doesn't take long for them to settle into a pattern of wild sexy nights and days learning about one another. But how long will it last? Both are afraid of commitment and both have issues going on in their life that needs settling. See how they resolve their problems, with lots of lovemaking in between.
Another reason that this book scored with me is that not only did it have the main story (the relationship between the two) but it had secondary plots that kept me interested...from the trial that Jena was preparing for to the office romance.

If you are looking for an excellent book, with both sensuality and plot, then you need to read this one.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Smart, sassy, and sizzling! Very highly recommended, December 10, 2002

By	C. Penn "WordWeaving" (Greenville, SC) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

A one-night stand leaves both Tommy "Wild Man" Brodie and Jena McCade longing for more. He is a highly paid hockey player; she is a criminal defense attorney. Both are accustomed to working hard and playing equally as hard, never taking their sensual liaisons too seriously...until they meet each other. It has been three months since their sizzling night together, and both still fantasize about it. So when an injury takes Tommy off the ice, he decides recuperation at Jena's place is just what the doctor ordered.

Jena decides that she needs a wife when she opens her door and finds Tommy on her doorstep. Her instant response ignites them both. Jena's sexual escapades have become legendary among her friends, and her sudden reticence in sharing her experience makes them all suspicious. Perhaps bad-girl Jena has finally met her match. Tommy is everything that Jena wants in a short-term affair, but she'd better decide quick if she wants something brief or if she is willing to risk for a whole lot more.

Writing duo Tori Carrington live up to their blazing reputation with FIRE AND ICE, balancing steaming romance, hot erotica, rich character development and a delightful plot. While Jena and Tommy know from the beginning that they are perfect partners in bed, establishing an equal relationship proves much more challenging, especially with Jena making some rather stereotyped assumptions. Furthermore, Jena's struggle with career and personal demons reveal her vulnerabilities in a way that cannot help but endear her to readers' hearts. Fans will also welcome the return of Dulcy and Quinn from A STRANGER'S TOUCH. Carrington makes it difficult to wait for each new scintillating release, and readers will be left panting for the release of GOING TOO FAR in February 2003. Add FIRE AND ICE to your keeper shelf as it comes very highly recommended.