Hope Ignites by Jaci Burton – Review & Giveaway
Hope Ingites
Hope Series – Book #2
by Jaci Burton
Release Date: March 25, 2014
Links to order Hope Ignites: Amazon / Barnes and Noble / The Book Depository
Description:
Logan McCormack likes his isolated life on the ranch, until a movie crew starts filming there. When actress Desiree Jenkins blows into his life, she wrecks it harder than the Oklahoma winds with her brutal honesty and soft touch. Des knows this is a temporary stay, but she loves the open freedom of the land, and for the first time in her life, Des feels like she might have found a place she can call home, with a man she might be falling in love with. But Logan’s heart is tougher than the soil beneath them—can she convince him that they belong together?
Review:
Hope Ignites is the 2nd book in Jaci Burton’s Hope series. I loved the first book in this series, Hope Flames and couldn’t wait to read this book. I have to say after reading Hope Ignites, that Jaci Burton is quickly rising on my must read list. This was a wonderful book, and a fabulous couple. Logan is our hero, as we met him in the first book, being Luke’s brother. Logan is not interested in anything but taking care of his ranch. He is not interested in woman or relationships, other than a one night stand. Logan has a long memory of the mother who left them, and refuses to allow himself to suffer like his father did. He has no intention of allowing any woman into his life.
When he agrees to let a film production use part of his huge property to film a movie, he has no idea that his life is about to change. We meet our fabulous heroine, Desiree Jenkins (Des), a famous actress, who is the star of the movie. She is an awesome heroine; strong, confident, refreshingly honest, and fun loving. It doesn’t take long for Des to notice the hot ranch owner, and once she does, Logan doesn’t stand a chance when he is caught up in the whirlwind called Des. Martha, who is Logan’s housekeeper is a big fan of Des and her leading man, Colt; and that opens the door, as she enlists Logan’s aid to visit the set and meet the cast.
What follows is a fantastic hot steamy romance of a couple, who are enjoying the moment, knowing there is no future for them. Logan becomes obsessed with Des, but knows she has her career, and loves what she is doing. He loves his ranch, and has no thought of becoming part of the wild world of the film industry. Des, in between her filming, learns all about the small town of Hope, and Logan’s ranch. She dreams of having a place of her own, away from the glare of the public, but at the same time loves her career. But for the couple of months in Hope, Logan and Des become totally involved and it’s fun to get to see some of the characters we met in the first book. I really enjoyed the buildup of this romance, and Burton has quite a few sizzling sex scenes that truly will steam up your kindle (if you have paper, then your mirror will steam up). 🙂
They made such a great fun couple, though at times I wanted to smack Logan for being so nasty to Des, letting his past (the mother who left them) effect his thinking.
I loved Des’s relationship with her leading man, Colt, who is her best friend. Colt is gay, and is still in the closet; as he hides his relationship with Tony, his boyfriend. Many people, including Logan, at first, think of Des and Colt as having a relationship, which helps Colt hide the truth. But Des tries to convince him not to hide and to come out and live openly. Nice friendship between them, very well done.
Hope Ignites was a wonderful fun and sexy romance that pulls you totally in. Des was absolutely wonderful, and she is perfect for Logan. Will they find a way to get past the major obstacles stand in their way? Will Logan ever get past his thinking all woman are like his mother, and trust Des? Will Colt find his happy ending? You will have to read this fabulous book to find out. I will say that Jaci Burton gives us a wonderful and uplifting climax that rivals some great movies that we have seen. Wonderful!
Reviewed by Barb
Copy provided by Publisher
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Wonderful review, Barb. I remember your review of the first book. I now have to buy both and move them up on my list to read.
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I love Jaci’s books. I haven’t read this series yet but it’s on the top of my TBR pile.
wonderful review barb. i read the first book and loved it. this one looks even better.
Great review Barb. I have yet to read this series , Sounds very interesting I must check this one out.
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I’ve read the first book and novella. Want to try this one too!
Jaci Burton is one of my favorite authors and I can’t wait to read this story.
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Awesome review! I have been a fan of Jaci’s since almost the very beginning of her writing career! Please enter me!
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I would love to read this.
Thanks for the chance to win Jaci’s book! I enjoyed reading the review and I can’t wait to find out what happens to Des and Logan!
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I love Jaci’s books, but have not yet read this series. Count me in!
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I love Jaci Burton & I’ve been eyeing this series hard. great review 🙂
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Jack Burton has always been on my must read list!! I loved Luke and cannot wait to read Logan’s story!! Thanks for the chance! Please enter me in the giveaway! Do I get extra entries for my birthday today?! Lol
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Oh auto correct you kill me!! Jaci, Jaci, Jaci!! Not freaking Jack!! Grr
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Awesome review. Adding to my TBR list!
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Somehow I missed the start of this new series. Love the covers just like the ones for her sports series.
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Please enter me in the contest. Terrific review and very interested in reading this book.
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I enjoyed the review, I would like to read Hope Ignites. Please enter me for the giveaway.
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From the review this sounds like a book I would love to read. Thanks for the chance. =)
Sounds like a great read! Thanks for the chance to read!
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Jaci is a fabulous author. Would love to have this. esseboo@yahoo.com
I love Jaci’s books and I love a storyline with diverse characters … I loved the blurb for this story because the hero has a damaged soul,and you have a lady trying to break through the damage done to his soul,it’s a story of 2 people learning to trust and that love can heal … Thank you for the opportunity,my e-mail address is :: ruth.gutscher@cox.net
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I love Jaci’s books and am looking forward to starting this series! She absolutely has the best covers!
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Nice review. I really like Jaci. I also love the dog on this cover, reminds me of one I had as a kid :).
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Great review, always enjoy Jaci’s books. Thanks for the giveaway.
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I loved the Jaci Burton you reviewed earlier here at TRC. Great review Barb and do not enter me as I have had this on pre order for awhle.
The first book in this series was wonderful, but this one is even better.
I love Jaci’s books! I love hearing about new books to add to my ever-growing list!
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Great review, Barb. I’d love to read this book. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.
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Wonderful review Barb. Please enter me into the giveaway-thanks!
Please enter me into the giveaway. Great review Barb.
Thank you for the giveaway! I’ve been reading Jaci’s books for quite a while and enjoy them thoroughly!
I thought I wanted to read this series, and after that review I know I do!
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Great review Barb!!
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Great review! I’m looking forward to this book! Thanks for the giveaway!
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Thanks for the review Barb. Please enter me in the giveaway. I’ve enjoyed all the Jaci Burton books I’ve read so far. Can’t wait to read this one!
I really liked the review, love Jaci’s books and look forward to this second book in the series!
Wonderful review Barb. I really want to read this series as I do enjoy Burton’s Play by Play series. Just need to find the time now
I’d love to read this novel.
I can’t wait to read this book!!!! So excited 🙂
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Great review!!!! Love Jaci & hope to read this one. Takes for the giveaway. Please enter me in it.
Jaci’s covers are always amazing and this one is great with a buff shirtless rancher and adorable dog – LOVE! Great review. Can’t wait to read this one. Thanks for the giveaway.
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Great review and giveaway. Thanks!
Awesome review Barb . Sounds like a sweet series , I will have to check this one out. Thanks
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Great review, I can’t wait to read Jaci’s newest book! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
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I LOVE LOVE LOVE this cover!! I can’t wait to read this book!! ♥