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Fiction. Romance. Suspense. HTML:Suspense doesnâ??t burn any brighter and desire doesnâ??t run any deeper than when Suzanne Brockmann takes the helm, opens the throttle, and takes readers along for a breathless ride as she breaks the thrill barrierâ??again and again. With Into the Fire, Brockmann lights the fuse on her most explosive story yet. Vinh Murphyâ??ex-Marine and onetime operative for the elite security firm Troubleshooters Incorporatedâ??has been MIA ever since his wife, Angelina, was caught in a crossfire and killed during what should have been a routine bodyguard assignment. Overcome with grief, Murphy blames the neo-Nazi group known as the Freedom Network for her death. Now, years later, Freedom Network leader Tim Ebersole has been murderedâ??and the FBI suspects Murphy may have pulled the trigger. To prevent further bloodshed, Murphyâ??s friends at Troubleshooters scramble to find him and convince him to surrender peacefully. Murphy himself canâ??t be sure what he did or didnâ??t do during the years he spent mourning and lost in an alcohol-induced fog. He does know he occasionally sought solace from Hannah Whitfield, a former police officer and the very friend whoâ??d introduced him to his beloved late wife. But Hannah, still grappling with the deafness that resulted from an injury sustained while on duty, was fighting her own battles. For years Hannah had feelings for Murphy, and one painful night their suffering brought them together in a way neither expectedâ??and both regretted. Murphy is ready to rejoin the living. As always, he finds himself knocking on Hannahâ??s door, and as always, his longtime friend welcomes him back into her home. Yet even as Murphy slowly rebuilds his splintered life, he continues to fight his growing feelings for Hannah. Then he learns of Ebersoleâ??s murder and comes to believe that the Freedom Network has targeted himâ??and Hannahâ??to avenge their leaderâ??s death to violence. Now Murphy must face the terrifying prospect of losing another woman he loves. As the Troubleshooters desperately search for him, Murphy races toward a deadly confrontation with the Freedom Network and ultimate choice: surrender his life in hopes that Hannah will be spared, or risk everything to… (more)
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LibraryThing member Archieve
Dave Malkoff and Sophia Ghaffari is the only reason why I have checked out this book. A buddy of mine knows that I am a big fan of Dave Malkoff and that I think that he and Sophia would make a cute couple. In my circle. I was the only one seeing Sophia and Dave as a couple. My buddies were seeing
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Sophia and Decker. I honestly can't see Sophia with Decker. He doesn't love her. Yet, everyone sees things differently. The book will get three stars. Dave and Sophia is the only reason why I am giving 5 stars. The rating doesn't have anything to do with the book per say. Show Less
LibraryThing member lrobe190
Brockmann continues her Troubleshooters series with the story of Vinh Murphy who lost his wife in a shootout in a previous book in the series. Vinh blames his wife's death on a terrorist group called the Freedom Network and now the leader of the network, Tim Ebersole is dead. The problem is, Vinh
This book features many characters from previous Troubleshooter novels and sometimes I got lost trying to remember which character was which. I had a hard time getting into this one, but once I got into it, I really enjoyed it and I'm looking forward to the next installment.
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isn't sure whether or not he killed Ebersole. A secondary relationship features Izzy Zanella.This book features many characters from previous Troubleshooter novels and sometimes I got lost trying to remember which character was which. I had a hard time getting into this one, but once I got into it, I really enjoyed it and I'm looking forward to the next installment.
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LibraryThing member sswisher
Very good read. Brockmann introduces a couple of new characters, includes a lot of the previous characters. If you enjoyed the book about Jimmy and Tess, they have a big part in this too.
LibraryThing member stephenskel
I thought it was great. A lot of the reviewers on Amazon were disappointed because they were led to believe in the last few books that certain couples were going to end up together, but didn't. But with this series, just give it time. You never know what's going to happen. And even when you think a
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couple's story is over, it's not. I now consider this series to be like a soap opera. Therefore, it would be hard to read as a stand alone novel. There are just so many characters that if you haven't read the series, you would be lost. It just makes more sense to you and means more to you when you know the back story on everybody. Supposedly, the next book in the series starts the day this one ends, so I'm really looking forward to it now. I hope she gets back into SEAL or Troubleshooter missions in the next one. Show Less
LibraryThing member kayceel
I adore this series - Brockmann's characters are so clearly drawn, that even when meeting characters that were introduced ages ago (5, 6 books back), they're still so easily recognized. She also writes about gut-wrenching danger and falling in love in such away, I feel like *I'm* one of the
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characters. Yes, some of the "I've always loved you" stuff can get a teeny bit cheesy, but her characters don't necessarily get the cheesy romance novel happily ever after - they all work at it, and as the series moves on, it's nice to see characters from past novels working hard at their relationships... Show Less
LibraryThing member la_librarian
You've got to make sure that when you sit down to read a troubleshooters novel that you've got at least an hour to devote. As usual there are several plots, several couples, and several time periods involved; however, this is the reason I love this series. This particular novel is primarily the
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story of Vinh Murphy and Hannah Whitfield. Vinh is basically a man out of control with grief over the death of his wife Angelina, who was killed in Hot Target (Troubleshooters, Book 8); Hannah was Angelina's AND Vinh's best friend and the person who introduced them to each other. The characters all have some type of issue going on and I truly love how the people in this series are so flawed yet strong. I highly recommend people reading this series in order. Show Less
LibraryThing member phyllis2779
Excellent. Have liked other Brockmann books better but this one is very good. In particular, I liked the Zanella and Eden Gillman characters. All of the characters are interesting and well-drawn -- no cardboard cut-outs. The plot has suspense although not much mystery. At a few points, things slow
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down a little but then they pick up again. Show Less
LibraryThing member SusiB
This book is one of Brockmann's Troubleshooters series. As always in these books, there are several storylines which are treated more or less with the same attention by the author. This time, the first one is about Vinh Murphy, a former Navy SEAL whom the Police and FBI want to find because they
I'll have to say that I enjoyed reading this book. It's certainly not the best in the series (these are Out of Control and Gone to Far), but it isn't the worst either. The characters are interesting and as always, it's well written. Brockmann is really good at writing action scenes. But there's something that bothers me a bit. Nearly every Navy SEAL-character from Brockmann's previous books gets a job at Troubleshooters, a California-based security firm. Their partners, too, if they happen to be unemployed. All of them are so damaged and traumatized in one way ore another that they need therapy. This makes Troubleshooters seem more like a charity than an enterprise. I am aware this is fiction, but some of these things require me - the reader - to suspend disbelief more than I can, and that's not an entirely good thing.
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think he has killed his wife's murderer. Vinh himself isn't sure if he did that, since he is an alcoholic and was drunk at the time. His best friend, Hannah, wants to help him find out what happened. Another storyline deals with Eden Gillman, the pregnant 18 year old sister of Navy SEAL Danny Gillman. His colleague Izzy Zanella marries her, even though he knows he's not the baby's father. The third storyline is about several Troubleshooters characters known from previous books - all of them are deeply traumatized in one or another way. All of these characters meet in an action-packed finale.I'll have to say that I enjoyed reading this book. It's certainly not the best in the series (these are Out of Control and Gone to Far), but it isn't the worst either. The characters are interesting and as always, it's well written. Brockmann is really good at writing action scenes. But there's something that bothers me a bit. Nearly every Navy SEAL-character from Brockmann's previous books gets a job at Troubleshooters, a California-based security firm. Their partners, too, if they happen to be unemployed. All of them are so damaged and traumatized in one way ore another that they need therapy. This makes Troubleshooters seem more like a charity than an enterprise. I am aware this is fiction, but some of these things require me - the reader - to suspend disbelief more than I can, and that's not an entirely good thing.
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LibraryThing member hailelib
In this book, Brockmann continues her Troubleshooters series with a story that mostly involves Murphy and his friend Hannah although Izzy gets a big slice of the story time. The usual characters take part including Jules Cassidy. I'm not sure that this can be read as a stand alone book since it
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picks up in the middle of several stories and only resolves Murphy's. For those who are just starting to read her books I would recommend starting with earlier ones. Show Less
LibraryThing member Lost_Lenore
I'm sorry to say that I didn't like this one much. I believe that the plot about Murphy/Hannah and Izzy/Eden didn't do it for me.
In the first place, I believe that Izzy deserved someone better, someone more down to earth to balance his "craziness" and to make him feel really appreciated and
Murphy and Hannah didn't so it for me and I can't even understand why. They didn't click or warm my heart. Nothing more to say.
And finally, finally, Sophia/Decker/Dave. I love this one ending; finally Sophia realized that her happiness was just a short distance away. I love Decker but Sophia and Dave were meant for each other.
In general, another great story full of twist and turns and things blowing.
In the first place, I believe that Izzy deserved someone better, someone more down to earth to balance his "craziness" and to make him feel really appreciated and
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deserving of some respect (after all he's the Goofus of the team and deep inside he's "jealous" of his friends because they are married with wonderful women) but, I guess he did the honourable thing and we really can't fight love, so...Eden Gillman it will be. Murphy and Hannah didn't so it for me and I can't even understand why. They didn't click or warm my heart. Nothing more to say.
And finally, finally, Sophia/Decker/Dave. I love this one ending; finally Sophia realized that her happiness was just a short distance away. I love Decker but Sophia and Dave were meant for each other.
In general, another great story full of twist and turns and things blowing.
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LibraryThing member almin
I love Suzanne Brockmann books, a lot of action and some romance....perfect. Her characters are realistic...none are perfect in character or looks which make it so much better than a 'romance' novel. A lot of action and witty dialogue...which I love.
LibraryThing member Lauren2013
Into the Fire
4 Stars
In the aftermath of his wife's murder, former Marine and Troubleshooter Vinh Murphy has cut all ties except one - Hannah Whitfield, the friend who introduced him to Angelina. When the leader of the neo-Nazi group responsible for his wife's death is murdered, Vinh becomes the
Similar to the earlier books in this series, the focus is on three separate storylines that ultimately merge into one. Aside from Vinh and Hannah's friends-to-lovers relationship, there is a secondary romance between Navy SEAL Izzy Zanella and his teammate's troubled younger sister, Eden Gillman as well as updates in the ongoing Decker/Dave/Sophia saga.
***Spoilers ahead***
Hannah and Vinh are fantastic together. The flashbacks to their friendship provide strong insights into their abiding love and affection for one another, which was just waiting to blossom into something more. It is impossible to not root for their HEA. One interesting note is Brockmann's choice regarding Angelina's characterization.Given the descriptions of her in some of the previous books, one would expect her to be borderline angelic, and yet she is revealed to be a manipulative user who deliberately undermined Vinh and Hannah's connection - This was somewhat of a shock.
The secondary romance between Izzy and Eden is less appealing primarily due to the fact that both are quite immature. Eden is just too young and damaged to truly be in an adult relationship at this point. and Izzy also has some growing up to do. That said, there is tremendous potential here, which will hopefully come to fruition in the future.
Finally, it would seem that Sophia is finally coming to realize that her desire for a relationship with Decker is doomed to failure. Perhaps she will now open her eyes and see that there is someone who loves her sitting right under her nose. One can only hope.
The suspense plot is one of the best in the series and it is especially gratifying that the women play an important role in the action. They are all strong and resourceful, and it shows.
All in all, an entertaining read and I look forward to the next book to see how Nash's actions will play out.
4 Stars
In the aftermath of his wife's murder, former Marine and Troubleshooter Vinh Murphy has cut all ties except one - Hannah Whitfield, the friend who introduced him to Angelina. When the leader of the neo-Nazi group responsible for his wife's death is murdered, Vinh becomes the
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prime suspect. Afraid that the group will target Hannah for revenge, Vinh must make the hardest choice of his life - push Hannah away or risk her life to be with her. Similar to the earlier books in this series, the focus is on three separate storylines that ultimately merge into one. Aside from Vinh and Hannah's friends-to-lovers relationship, there is a secondary romance between Navy SEAL Izzy Zanella and his teammate's troubled younger sister, Eden Gillman as well as updates in the ongoing Decker/Dave/Sophia saga.
***Spoilers ahead***
Hannah and Vinh are fantastic together. The flashbacks to their friendship provide strong insights into their abiding love and affection for one another, which was just waiting to blossom into something more. It is impossible to not root for their HEA. One interesting note is Brockmann's choice regarding Angelina's characterization.
The secondary romance between Izzy and Eden is less appealing primarily due to the fact that both are quite immature. Eden is just too young and damaged to truly be in an adult relationship at this point. and Izzy also has some growing up to do. That said, there is tremendous potential here, which will hopefully come to fruition in the future.
Finally, it would seem that Sophia is finally coming to realize that her desire for a relationship with Decker is doomed to failure. Perhaps she will now open her eyes and see that there is someone who loves her sitting right under her nose. One can only hope.
The suspense plot is one of the best in the series and it is especially gratifying that the women play an important role in the action. They are all strong and resourceful, and it shows.
All in all, an entertaining read and I look forward to the next book to see how Nash's actions will play out.
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Original publication date
2008-07-22
ISBN
142334264X / 9781423342649