The Smoke Jumper

A Novel

By: Nicholas Evans

Narrated by: Eric Conger

Length: 14 hrs and 38 mins

Publisher's Summary

His first novel, the international phenomenon The Horse Whisperer, became a publishing legend, setting a benchmark for contemporary best sellers when it hit number one on the New York Times list faster than any first novel in history.He returned to enthrall his fans all across the world with his second triumph, The Loop, proving that here was a master storyteller of enduring power and appeal. 

Now the acclaimed author delivers a searing new novel of love and loyalty, of guilt and of honor. In a story set against the epic backdrop of wilderness firefighting and frontline photojournalism, he gives his millions of readers another hero...The Smoke Jumper. 

In The Smoke Jumper, Nicholas Evans delivers his most powerful novel to date, a story of two best friends and the woman they both love. When a terrible mountain fire forces her to choose between them, all three lives are changed forever. Here, Evans explores the territory her has carved out as his own: raw but complex emotion set against a vast landscape. Writing unflinchingly about the yearnings of the human heart and the painful quest for self-discovery, he gives us here a story of three fine people forced to walk the flames of passion and guilt and to make the devastating choice between love and honor. 

The Smoke Jumper combines pulse-pounding suspense with an unforgettable love story that his readers all over the world will avidly embrace. 

©2001 Nicholas Evans (P)2001 Random House Inc., Bantam Doubelday Dell Audio Publishing, a Division of Random House Inc.

The Smoke Jumper (unabridged)

I didn't want it to end and hated when I had to put it down.

Low heat

I bought this book purely because of the narrator, Eric Conger, who contributes so much to John Sandford's books and surprisingly I was not disappointed. This compelling story is essentially about a love triangle between three very likable people. Perhaps the book's only flaw is that they are too likable. It's a little saccharine and predictable but it's an enjoyable listen, thanks in large part to Eric Conger.

Good story, needs a new title

A decent story, exciting at times, a little dull at others. I bought the book because of it's title and my interest in fire fighting. I was disappointed to find that the bulk of the book did not make reference to this. A more recurring theme throughout the book is photography, disappointment and the supression of emotions. Perhaps it should have been titled "The heart broken photographer"

To bad it's not about smoke jumping

I was very disappointed with this book. I bought it because of my interest in fire fighting. The first 1/8th of the book was well done and held my interest. Then it feels like the author told his story and need to fill in the rest. It wonders through a strange sequence of monotonous events with little to no relevance to each other. It felt like he constantly ran out of ideas and thought up new material as he went. What I thought would be a story of courage and bravery in the burning back woods of Colorado ended up being a dull story of a blind man, his best friend who becomes a photographer, and his wife who?s really in love with his best friend. I can?t recommend this book.

Good story

Narrator was a little monotone and he pronounced Gembok wrong. The story was good, didn’t need the full details on the sex scenes. It didn’t add to the story. No

my favorite

I remember reading this book when I was 18 & now a being 33. I remember why I enjoy this book so much. I've read many book, but something about Evans book makes it bring to life.

The fates will always save us

How a friendship of three loving friends can last a lifetime. Their life’s were entwined from the beginning.

Best book so far!

This book was recommended by a friend, and it did not disappoint! I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a wonderful story.

Great writer if you like love triangle stories

Would give 5 if I liked the romance stories. I enjoy more the Montana, outdoors, western elements but the love triangle got very old for me as it was such a dominating element of the book.

Fabulous read!!!

This book was awesome! It has something for everyone - especially the adventurous with a touch of romance in their heart. Loved it!