From the tender age of eleven, Reena Hale bore witness to the destructive power of fire, her family's restaurant reduced to ashes by an arsonist who was eventually brought to justice. This traumatic event didn't break her; instead, it forged an unbreakable resolve. She dedicated her life to understanding and combating fire, rising through the ranks as a firefighter, then a cop, with the ultimate goal of becoming an elite arson investigator. Now a formidable member of Baltimore's arson unit, Reena finds her skills put to the ultimate test when a series of increasingly violent and sophisticated fires plague the city. These blazes are not random; they are meticulously orchestrated, each one drawing closer to Reena, hinting at a deeply personal vendetta. As the flames of terror engulf her world, Reena realizes she is locked in a deadly game with a vengeful psychopath who will stop at nothing until he sees everything she cherishes consumed by blue smoke. To protect her city and herself, she must outwit this master manipulator before her past finally catches fire.
Critical Reception
""Blue Smoke" stands as a compelling testament to Nora Roberts' mastery of romantic suspense, captivating millions with its thrilling blend of danger and desire."