Blaze (Braddock Black)

I tend to read romance novels with a critical eye, but with "Blaze," I lost all objectivity. I remember in the beginning thinking, "I'll just read a few more pages." Before I knew it, it was midnight, and I was completely absorbed in the middle of the book. Immediately, the book tantalizes you with a steamy love scene. If you like your romance novels on the hot side, "Blaze" will not disappoint you. The book is also enriched with various settings, from wealthy Boston society, to decadent gold mining towns, to an earthy village of a Plains Native American tribe. I do admit, however, that there are some flaws. The characters throw themselves at each other as if they are animals in heat. It's hard to believe that anyone, much less a "well-bred" virgin, would be so unable to control their sexual desires. Also, upon a second reading, I wondered what the heroine really had to offer the hero. The only thing that really sets her apart from her rivals is her stubbornness. Also, the author, Susan Johnson, has sometimes been described as a bit wordy. I, however, found the eloquent prose really added an extra level of depth to the story. By the middle of the book, I was enamored once again, with the spoiled little rich girl and the magnificent Native American chief. I was feeling the heroine's pain. I was seeing Jon Hazard Black through the eyes of Blaze, not only as a beautiful man, but as a beautiful person, who would fight to the death to save his tribe and for the woman he loved. This book has action, romance, teepees, ballrooms, and lots of great sex! What more could you want?

This is one of the most romantic books that I have ever read! I read BRAZEN first, not realizing that it was a series. I loved BRAZEN and had to find out more about this stimulating family. I love the way S. Johnson explains all the historical things and it makes you wish you could be exported back in time to experience first hand.I read these stories for the wonderful fantasy not for real life. I was always under the impression that these stories are to help you escape your life for a time and dream of living in the story yourself. Give in to the delicious fantasy and don't analyze. This is a wonderful story and I know anyone with a wisp of romance in there heart will love it, too. (Along with all the other S.Johnson stories)

Blaze was the 5th Susan Johnson novel I read. (I have them all) I started it at 7pm and finished at 9am. I couldn't put it down. Hazard is one of her best leading men(next to Andre in Taboo). I laughed out loud and cried while reading it. I don't look for "reality" in romance novels, just a chance to be transported to another place and time. My thanks to Mrs. Johnson for sharing her gift and talent.

This is my first Susan Johnson book and it definitely won't be my last.I am a great fan of books where the heroine is not some faint hearted girl who allows the hero to drag her through life and this book delivers that.Susan Johnson's words are so powerful and evocative you feel as if you are standing there watching as the story unfolds. I cannot wait to read more of her novels.

Having read thousands of book, only 3 authors have had an the effect of a bomb going off inside my head. Susan Johnson would be one. Blaze was the first S Johnson novel I read, and without a doubt the best. It took about a minute and half to realize there was something 'different' about her style of writing. She is definitely an author who breaks all of the standard 'formula' rules. I wouldn't recommend Ms Johnson's books if you are looking for the 'traditional' soft/romantic moonlight, poetry and candles - 'don't come near me with that big thing', done-to-death type of story. Personlly, I expect, and like more for my money and reading pleasure. As they say; comedy is not pretty, and her books are not for the weak at heart. On the other hand, if you are looking for depth, historical relevence, with characters you can almost see and feel, S Johnson is the author for you. As any experienced reader will tell you, the difference between her books and the thousands of others is very simple. Ms Johnson's books, in a nutshell, just plain *kicks ass*.. With of course, 'Blaze' kicking the biggest one of all.. :>