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Hearts Under Fire Kindle Edition

by Trish McCallan (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 out of 5 stars 1,226 ratings
****Hearts Under Fire takes place several weeks prior to the events in Forged in Ash. Nor is it part of the four book story arc that spans Forged in Fire, Forged in Ash, Forged in Smoke and Forged in Ember. Hearts Under Fire is a short contemporary romance that focuses on the budding romance between two of the secondary characters in Ash. While Aiden’s and Demi’s storyline will continue in a full length romantic suspense novel, it will be a standalone romantic thriller and will not be part of the Fire story arc.****

A woman on the prowl…
After three years of grieving, widow Demi Barnes is ready for another relationship—a purely physical relationship. One that won’t involve her heart, interfere with her life or tarnish the love she still carries for her beloved husband. Aiden Winchester, her best friend’s brother, fits the bill. As an active operator within the elite SEAL program, he’s rarely home, and his dangerous career insures she’ll lock down any stray feelings for fear he’ll break her already fragile heart. And then there’s the way his long, lean body, chiseled features and delicious ass launch a full array of tingles, chills and hormonal meltdowns whenever he’s near.

The problem? Aiden is barely aware she exists.

A SEAL on a mission…
Aiden Winchester wanted Demi Barnes the moment his sister introduced them, but she was married and off limits. After her husband’s death, he battened down his hunger and waited for her to open herself emotionally. But when he discovers the woman he’s lusted after for five long years is about to embark on a rebound fling with someone else, it’s full steam ahead and all ammunition on deck.

The only man Demi will take to bed—or on the kitchen table or up against the wall—is him. And it won't be a short-term fling.

A double-edged seduction… On the battlefield of desire every advantage counts, so when a persistent admirer turns stalker, Aiden grabs the opportunity to move in with Demi under the guise of protection. The two square off in a close-quarters battle of the heart—but when the passion settles and the sheets cool, will their connection prove fleeting or permanent?

This Book was previously published as Bound by Seduction.
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    Operation: Hot Spot
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  5. Publication date
    February 27, 2015
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Other Books by Trish McCallan

Series: Operation: Hot Spot
These are military romantic suspense. There are no cliff hangers and each book has an HEA. The books can be read and enjoyed in any order.

Books in the series:
Hearts Under Fire
Trust Under Fire
Loyalty Under Fire
Future Under Fire (releases June 2020)
Hero Under Fire (releases August 2020)

Series: The Red-Hot SEALs
This series is complete, and the entire series is for sale. These are military romantic suspense. The first three books end with plot cliffhangers, but the main romance for each book is resolved and each couple gets their HEA.
To follow the plot and for full enjoyment, these books do need to be read in order.

Books in the series:
Book One- Forged in Fire
Book Two- Forged in Ash
Book Three- Forged in Smoke
Book Four- Forged in Ember

Series: Dark Falls, CO
This is a multi-author series set in Lori Ryan's Dark Falls, CO world. Each book is a standalone and features a law enforcement hero or heroine. There are no cliffhangers and the books can be read in any order. My two contributions to this series are:
Dark Legacy
Dark Tidings

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00QOPW18O
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Trish McCallan Inc
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 27, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.8 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 128 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 7 ‏ : ‎ Operation: Hot Spot
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 out of 5 stars 1,226 ratings

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Trish McCallan was born in Eugene, Oregon, and grew up in Washington State, where she began crafting stories at an early age. Her first books were illustrated in crayon, bound with red yarn, and sold for a nickel at her lemonade stand. Trish grew up to earn a bachelor’s degree in English literature with a concentration in creative writing from Western Washington University, taking jobs as a bookkeeper and human- resource specialist before finally quitting her day job to write full time.

Forged in Fire, the first book in her Red Hot SEALs series, came about after a marathon reading session, and a bottle of Nyquil that sparked a vivid dream. She lives today in eastern Washington. An avid animal lover, she currently shares her home with four golden retrievers, a black lab mix and two cats.

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Customers enjoy this book for its special ops romance, humor, and character development, finding it a fast and fun read. The steamy content receives positive feedback, with one customer describing it as a "steamy break in your day." However, the story length receives mixed reactions, with several customers noting that too much of the narrative is missing.

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9 customers mention "Steamy content"9 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the steamy content of the book.

"...male, a fist fight with injuries, hilarious flirting and some hot steamy scenes." Read more

"Wow, a hot, sexy read. Aiden and Demi shoot off sparks brighter than the fourth of July...." Read more

"...Hot and humorous, this was a fun read." Read more

"...This story is hot and heated from beginning to end. Happy Reading!!" Read more

6 customers mention "Romance"6 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romantic elements in the book, particularly the special ops storyline with romance, with one customer noting how it sets up the relationship between Demi and Aiden.

"...next books!! Hot romance & some launcher" Read more

"...I was excited to read this and glad Aiden got his own story. Demi is sweet, funny and so right for the serious Seal. They make an adorable couple" Read more

"While this novella definitely sets up the romance between Demi and Aiden, there's certainly more to tell...." Read more

"...He seems like a very loving and caring person...." Read more

5 customers mention "Humor"5 positive0 negative

Customers find the book humorous, with one mentioning enjoyable flirting scenes.

"...a sniveling not so alpha male, a fist fight with injuries, hilarious flirting and some hot steamy scenes." Read more

"A quick story with humor and attraction...." Read more

"...Demi is sweet, funny and so right for the serious Seal. They make an adorable couple" Read more

"...Hot and humorous, this was a fun read." Read more

5 customers mention "Readability"5 positive0 negative

Customers find the book easy to read, with one describing it as a fun quick read.

"This was a very fast read. It starts shortly before another series of four episodes. But this was about Aiden and Demi...." Read more

"Fun, quick read. Nice introduction into these two characters, can't wait for the complete story." Read more

"Fun and sexy quickie!" Read more

"Quick and fun..." Read more

4 customers mention "Character development"4 positive0 negative

Customers love the characters in the book.

"...I like what I read and hope for more good characters and story building!" Read more

"Fun, quick read. Nice introduction into these two characters, can't wait for the complete story." Read more

"...It didn't hurt the story just a bit confusing time line. I love all the characters and how the mystery is unfolding. Still waiting for more!!!!" Read more

"Really like her characters and I hope she does some more of these novellas around other sub-characters like Tag "hint, hint"...." Read more

24 customers mention "Story length"16 positive8 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the book's length, with some finding it a good story while others note that too much of the narrative is missing.

"I like a book that completes the story. What happens next? I'm Slightly confused about the ending. Love seal team books." Read more

"This is a great short read and perfect to devour on a nice quiet night...." Read more

"...So, back to “Bound in Seduction,” aside from the novella having no story outside of Aiden getting together with the woman he’s lusted after for ten..." Read more

"...I like what I read and hope for more good characters and story building!" Read more

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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars New Author And Worth Reading
    Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2025
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    Loved this sample book. Definitely Looking forward to ordering this book & more of the same!! I enjoy finding new authors especially like Trish McCallan!

    next books!! Hot romance & some launcher
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  • Susan
    4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
    Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2022
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    I like a book that completes the story. What happens next? I'm Slightly confused about the ending. Love seal team books.
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  • Carolyn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Aiden and Demi
    Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2022
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    This is a great short read and perfect to devour on a nice quiet night. This novella features Aiden Winchester, the Navy SEAL, and Demi Barnes, the owner of a gourmet coffee stand. These two have had an eye on each other for years and she is finally ready to move on after the death of her husband. We have growls possessive alpha males, a sniveling not so alpha male, a fist fight with injuries, hilarious flirting and some hot steamy scenes.
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  • meghan varner
    3.0 out of 5 stars Quick and fun
    Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2022
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    A quick story with humor and attraction. There is a lot of potential here, but due to how short the story is I don’t know enough about the gifts or stalker. I believe this is an intro though so maybe we get more to their relationship and character backgrounds as the series develops? I like what I read and hope for more good characters and story building!
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  • Kimberly S Perrine
    5.0 out of 5 stars Trish McCallan pours pure heat on to the page.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2015
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    In a word, this story is steamy! By all means, brace yourself! This novella is just a teaser of things to come. I can't wait for the full-length tale. Aiden and Demi spent years working their way up to the explosive moment when they can finally express their pent-up passion for one another. Grab this novella and devour it like a treat. If this is your first time to read Trish McCallan's books, by all means pick up her red-hot seals series. You'll be glad you did.
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  • DAA
    4.0 out of 5 stars Hearts Under Fire
    Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2023
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    This was a very fast read. It starts shortly before another series of four episodes. But this was about Aiden and Demi. They met when she was still married. But ten years later her husband was no longer in the picture. And Aiden is not about to let her go. But is he too late in getting Demi's attention?
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  • Patsy
    5.0 out of 5 stars patsy
    Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2022
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    Wow ! Her red sweater & skirt sure got the men,s attention ! She found out real quick that Adrian wanted only his eyes on her ! Glad they came together at the right time !
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  • suzanne cotton
    5.0 out of 5 stars Smoking hot Seal story
    Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2015
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    Wow, a hot, sexy read. Aiden and Demi shoot off sparks brighter than the fourth of July. I was excited to read this and glad Aiden got his own story. Demi is sweet, funny and so right for the serious Seal. They make an adorable couple
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hot Spot 1
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 22, 2020
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    Excellent and funny book, very entertaining and made me laugh. Hot guys always good enjoyed the story the women too had hilarious stuff to say to keep these alpha guys in check. I recommend to everyone to get into this series, I am on to the next. Thanks
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  • Deborah cC Kennedy
    4.0 out of 5 stars A great little read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 6, 2016
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    A great little read
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  • anna richmond
    3.0 out of 5 stars confused
    Reviewed in Australia on August 21, 2023
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    Where’s the rest of the book? What happened with the stalker? So confusing and short. Not bothering with the rest of the series.
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  • Dmc
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hot afternoon read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 7, 2015
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    I have read the other books in this series and thoroughly enjoyed them. This book was a great afternoon read made me smile and hot under the collar at the same time. Before this author I was never interested in military based books but these SEALs prove there more than muscle showing there softer sides without looking weak. I recommend this book highly and that you read others in series
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  • romantic
    3.0 out of 5 stars good read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 15, 2023
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    Great read but to short. Would have liked it to continue for another couple of chapters and have more depth
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