Arctic Heat

De: Annabeth Albert

Narrado por: Iggy Toma

A lasting connection needs more than simply surviving a winter together—they’ll have to outsmart danger, let down their defenses and open their hearts.

“Whether making my heart melt or my head burst into flames, Annabeth Albert draws the reader in and keeps them captivated.” —Gay Book Reviews

Owen Han has a fresh lease on life—he’s kicked cancer’s ass and is roaring through his bucket list. The former investment banker hopes to find his next challenge in Alaska, volunteering alongside park rangers and fulfilling his childhood dreams of snowy winters and rustic life. Of course, those dreams did tend to feature big strapping mountain men in vivid detail…

Ranger Quilleran Ramsey would like to be anywhere other than dealing with newbie volunteers. And really, the only thing he needs less than a green volunteer “partner” is the flirty attentions of a buff city boy who doesn’t look ready to last a week, let alone an Alaskan winter. They’re all wrong for each other, even if Quill’s traitorous body enjoys the flirting more than it should.

As the weeks pass, the two snowbound men give in to temptation. But can their seasonal romance last until spring? For them to have a future together, each will have to trust the other…while hoping that the harsh elements and omnipresent dangers don’t destroy what happiness they’ve found in the moment.

Frozen Hearts
Book 1: Arctic Sun
Book 2: Arctic Wild
Book 3: Arctic Heat

Also by Annabeth Albert:

Shore Leave
Book 1: Sailor Proof
Book 2: Sink or Swim

Out of Uniform
Book 1: Off Base
Book 2: At Attention
Book 3: On Point
Book 4: Wheels Up
Book 5: Squared Away
Book 6: Tight Quarters
Book 7: Rough Terrain

Sweet and Sexy

Annabeth Albert is a favorite author and this book didn't disappoint. I love the story setting, a remote tourist area in Alaska. Lot's of realistic details, like the traffic jam caused by lines of RV's headed to an Alaskan destination, and sneaky tourists trying to camp in restricted places, and the danger of avalanches, and much more. I enjoyed visualizing Owen's first experience with the Alaskan cold and the incredible natural beauty in the area. It took awhile for Quill to allow Owen into his personal space and eventually into his heart. The back story of the two men is realistic and explains their thinking and behavior perfectly. There's some angst, but no long winded internal conversations by a whiny character and not a lot of dithering back and forth. I'm so grateful that Albert didn't overdo the angst because I get impatient when the characters act immature and refuse to communicate with their love interest. Quill had some need to engage in reflective thinking about his past experiences with people who purported to love him but let him down. He did the internal thinking and was able to communicate with Owen rather than prevaricate.
Iggy Toma was a good narrator for this book, not over the top when emotions ran high, and he differentiated the voices of the different characters well. His narration added to this engaging book.

BEST YET

Have listened to several Annabeth stories. They just keep getting better. Can't wait to listen to Arctic Heat again tomorrow. Then start the other Arctic stories.

I dare to say: sweet!

As a retired mental health professional, I do applaud the author’s narratives between stars…I found it plausible and informative

An Alaska Romance

Owen was working through his bucket list after winning a bout with cancer. Quill was a grouchy park ranger who was not looking for any relationship even friendship. But winters are cold and feelings are growing. Great performance and story. Recommend Author.

Good book!

Good story, but my least favorite of the three. Still very sweet though. Definitely worth the read.