Title: Inflame
Author: Tessa Teevan
First published May 10, 2014
339 pages, ebook
Rating: 4.21
Overview
Kale Montgomery, a charming soldier who enjoys the company of women, never imagined he would fall for his best friend, the sassy and alluring schoolteacher, Lucy Dawson. They have a mutual understanding of their friends-with-benefits relationship, and everything seems to be perfect until one night that changes everything.
With their hearts now involved, they can no longer deny their intense feelings for each other. As their relationship progresses, insecurities and past pains resurface, threatening to put out the flames of their passionate love.
Will they find a way to overcome their fears and finally admit that they are meant to be together, or will their love go up in smoke? Tessa Teevan’s Inflame is a steamy romance that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
About the Author
Meet Tessa, a passionate book lover in her twenties who also happens to be a huge sports fan. By day, she works as a research analyst, but by night, she transforms into a dedicated writer.
Tessa has been happily married to her best friend for over ten years. When she’s not busy writing, you can catch her enjoying a good book on her Kindle while sipping on a glass of wine, or rooting for her favorite teams such as the Reds, Bengals, and Buckeyes.
Editoral Review
Inflame by Tessa Teevan is a contemporary romance novel that was first published on May 10, 2014. Teevan is known for her captivating storytelling and her ability to create complex, multi-dimensional characters that readers can’t help but fall in love with.
With Inflame, Teevan delivers a steamy and emotional tale that will keep readers engrossed until the very end. The novel follows the story of Claire Montgomery, a strong and independent young woman who has been deeply hurt by her past experiences with love.
When she meets the handsome and charming Blake DeLuca, she is immediately drawn to him, but her fear of getting hurt again makes her hesitant to let him in. Despite her reservations, Blake is persistent and charming, and it isn’t long before Claire finds herself falling in love with him.
As their relationship deepens, Claire and Blake must navigate a number of challenges and obstacles that threaten to tear them apart. Teevan’s writing is both heartfelt and honest, and she explores themes of trust, forgiveness, and the power of love with great sensitivity and depth.
One of the strengths of Inflame is Teevan’s ability to create fully-realized and nuanced characters. Both Claire and Blake are complex, multi-dimensional individuals with their own unique struggles and flaws.
Readers will find themselves rooting for the couple as they face their challenges and grow together. The pacing of the novel is also excellent, and Teevan keeps the story moving forward with plenty of twists and turns.
The plot is well-constructed, with just enough tension and conflict to keep readers engaged without feeling overwhelmed. Another standout aspect of Inflame is Teevan’s writing style.
Her prose is lyrical and evocative, and she has a knack for creating vivid and immersive settings that transport readers fully into the story. While Inflame is a strong and enjoyable read, there are a few areas where the novel falls short.
Some readers may find certain aspects of the story to be a bit clichéd, and the resolution of some conflicts feels a bit too tidy. Overall, Inflame is an engaging and satisfying read that will appeal to fans of contemporary romance.
Teevan is a skilled storyteller with a lot of heart, and her characters are both relatable and compelling. While the novel is not without its flaws, it is a solid addition to the genre.
If you’re in the mood for a steamy and emotional romance that will keep you invested from start to finish, then Inflame is definitely worth checking out.
