TONY: Slow Burn

This was an emotional read laced with deep seeded pain but also full of hope and inspiration. Tony and Carmella shouldn’t fit, shouldn’t work, but some how, they see something in the other, and can’t stay away. At times things are stark and raw, in others, it is soft, sweet, and comforting. Trauma in life is never easy, and Tony takes time to get where he needs to be, at the times he wants to be there. Nothing is glossed over, and an attraction and secret relationship are weaved throughout. I loved the realness of the characters and their story. I loved the emotions that were true and not held back. I loved the vulnerability and love, not just between Tony and Carmella, but their families with them. I loved the slight nod to the unknown and the mystical. I loved the journey that Tony and Carmella take and the things they learn about each other and themselves as they fall in love <3

5 Star Review Tony: Slow Burn (Raging Fire #1) by Kallypso Masters Firstly I have to say that when I see the name Kallypso Masters, it is an automatic purchase and I was beyond excited when I learnt that she had a new series releasing. Tony: Slow Burn is book one in the Raging Fire series and if this book is anything to go by, then Ms. Masters has another winning series on her hands. This is youngest brother, Tony Giardano and Carmella D’Alessio’s story and was well written with characters whose story you cannot help but become invested in. There were so many layers to these characters and it was like peeling an onion, layer by layer whilst reading this emotional story. Tony has always been the fun loving Giardano brother, a bit of a player, but always a committed first responder. After a devastating and tragic call shatters him, he is adrift, lost and uncertain. Carmella and Tony are frenemies at best even though there is an attraction that sizzles between them. However Carmella senses the struggles in Tony and despite herself she is drawn to him and wants to help. Could Carmella be the piece that will complete Tony, the piece he never knew he wanted or needed? Tony: Slow Burn made me laugh and cry and it was wonderful to see some familiar faces make an appearance whilst reading. There were times where I sobbed, times where I sighed and times where I couldn’t help but smile. If you want a story that has heart and soul, then this is the book for you. I cannot wait to see what is next for the Raging Fire series.