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Rising Flames (Surviving Ashes, Book Five) Kindle Edition

by Kennedy Layne (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 254 ratings
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USA Today Bestselling Author Kennedy Layne concludes the Surviving Ashes series with an explosive story where the strength of love rises against the loss of humanity...

Van Overton had given years of service to his country. He'd paid his dues and he no longer needed to put his life on the line. He could live out the rest of his days doing what he did best--making money from inside the heart of the world's fastest paced financial system.

Allie James had wished time and again for something--anything--to happen just so she didn't have to open another eviction notice. She adored the hustle and bustle of the city, her cozy apartment in a good neighborhood, and the rugged looking man across the hall wasn't half bad to look at either. Regrettably, she'd been thinking more along the lines of winning the lottery than an approaching apocalypse.

Van should have known his luck wouldn't hold out, but a supervolcano eruption? It was a good thing his time in the military had taught him to be ready for just about anything. Unfortunately, his next-door neighbor didn't fit into anyone's idea of a survival plan. Allie was everything he tried to avoid in a woman, but she was definitely the one who had the ability to steal his heart.

Series Description: The world as they know it is about to change. The Yellowstone Caldera has erupted in an apocalyptic fashion, triggering simultaneous events around the world. The one thing that will either bring society together or rip their lives apart is the need for survival as a group. A company of former Marines will do whatever it takes to reach an area in the far recesses of northeastern Washington State, a region they feel is uniquely equipped for endurance and existence in what is left of the crumbling infrastructure of the United States. Follow along as Kennedy Layne conveys each of their stories as these brave men and women face the harsh, fiery elements of an inevitable apocalypse while encountering passion, intrigue, and suspense...
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Praise for the Red Starr Series:
"Beautiful and eloquent, while still steaming off the page. Kennedy Layne is a winner." ―New York Times bestselling author Carrie Ann Ryan

Praise for the CSA Case Files Series:
"Kennedy Layne's Captured Innocence is a deliciously scorching suspense topped off with one sinfully sexy Dom." ―USA Today bestselling author Cherise Sinclair
Praise for The Safeguard Series:"When it comes to heart-stopping suspense, there's no one quite like Kennedy Layne!"―New York Times bestselling author Lexi Blake

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Reading order for the Surviving Ashes Series:Essential Beginnings (Surviving Ashes, Book One)Hidden Flames (Surviving Ashes, Book Two)Buried Flames (Surviving Ashes, Book Three)Endless Flames (Surviving Ashes, Book Four)Rising Flames (Surviving Ashes, Book Five) Reading order for the CSA Case Files Series:Captured Innocence (CSA Case Files 1)Sinful Resurrection (CSA Case Files 2)Renewed Faith (CSA Case Files 3)Campaign of Desire (CSA Case Files 4)Internal Temptation (CSA Case Files 5)Radiant Surrender (CSA Case Files 6)A Mission of Love (A Hot SEALs / CSA Case Files Crossover)Redeem My Heart (CSA Case Files 7) Reading order for the Red Starr Series:Starr's Awakening (Red Starr, The Prequel)Hearths of Fire (Red Starr, Book One)Targets Entangled (Red Starr, Book Two)Igniting Passion (Red Starr, Book Three)Untold Devotion (Red Starr, Book Four)Fulfilling Promises (Red Starr, Book Five)Fated Identity (Red Starr, Book Six)Red's Salvation (Red Starr, Book Seven) Reading order for the Safeguard Series:Brutal Obsession (The Safeguard Series, Book One)Faithful Addiction (The Safeguard Series, Book Two)Distant Illusions (The Safeguard Series, Book Three)Casual Impressions (The Safeguard Series, Book Four)Honest Intentions (The Safeguard Series, Book Five)Deadly Impressions (The Safeguard Series, Book Six) Thank you for joining me on these journeys....

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01N4KD39L
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Kennedy Layne Publishing, Inc. (March 21, 2017)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 21, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3560 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 306 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 254 ratings

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Kennedy Layne

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Kennedy Layne is a USA Today bestselling author. She draws inspiration for her romantic thrillers in part from her not-so-secret second life as a wife of a retired Marine Master Sergeant. He doubles as her critique partner, beta reader, and military consultant. Kennedy also has a deep love for cozy mysteries, thrillers, and basically any book that can keep her guessing until the very end. They live in the Midwest with their menagerie of pets. The loyal dogs and mischievous cats appreciate her writing days as much as she does, usually curled up in front of the fireplace. She loves hearing from readers—find out how to connect with her at www.kennedylayne.com.

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Karin Gesell
5.0 out of 5 stars The end of an amazing series!!!
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2018
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This is the final story in the Surviving Ashes series, and I’m so sad to see it end! I love this group of men who are family through and through. And the women they met along the way who ended up being their happiness at the most awful time in the world. And of course Tank, their Father figure, their savior due to his preparing for such a thing. I just loved them so much and each of their stories. This one is Van & Allies, and it couldn’t end any better. This series is a definite must read, one you’ll fly right through because you can’t wait to see what happens next! Just loved!!!
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4.0 out of 5 stars The End
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2019
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I read the entire series n really enjoyed it. This was a well developed series with great characters n a strong storyline.
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Maggie B
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this series!
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2021
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Great storytelling, weaved the characters struggles into a can’t-wait-for-the-next-book edge of your seat ride!
Apocalypse genre has become my favorite and Kennedy ranks very high with this series. Plenty of action without brutality on the female lead. Just right amount of sexual tension and caring. Please write more of this genre! You’re great at it!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Sorry to see the series end!
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2017
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I loved the series. The conclusion was a bit abrupt leaving me with some questions I would like answered. However, that didn't detract from my enjoyment of the book. I would make a couple of comments on the series as a whole: all the descriptions of the various weapons was too much information for me - I have no idea what an AR... is, and really don't care - maybe the author could describe the weapons more in layman terms. Also, there were times when the story seemed to jump forward without a logical segue. I found myself at times on Google Earth trying to follow the journeys of our couples as they made their way to Lost Summit. The one that made the least sense to me was Van and Allie. How did he get a horse and carriage out of Manhattan? It is an island and the only way out is by tunnel or bridge, but this wasn't mentioned. Also, driving his car through Manhattan at any time would be difficult and I can't imagine traffic moving at all if there were panic such as that described in the story. How did they suddenly get to Ohio? I've driven from NY to Ohio and in normal times it takes over 8 hours.
All that aside, I join the others who would like to see a follow-up series. What about Truman and his team? Also, now that they've had some interaction with government troops, would there be a way to set up regular communication? I would like to see some way they could get real medical help if needed!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Loved this series
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2017
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Excellent series. I enjoyed it very much. I would recommend. I hope the series is continued at some point.
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Kathryn Bonelli
5.0 out of 5 stars The best apocalyptic series I have read
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2017
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Have you ever met a book or series you both wanted to read and dreaded? This conclusion to Surviving Ashes is one. Reading it was like saying goodbye to family. Ms. Layne has created a world that is terrifying and inspiring. Her characters display the best of humanity as they face the most heartbreaking choices.
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Cindy O
3.0 out of 5 stars For a series that started out so strong and with such potential it fell flat and repetitive by the end.
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2017
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This series started off so strong and as I love apocalyptic books I was stoked about the series. The first book starts after a rather larger earthquake happens at Yellowstone. Ernie “Tank” Yates a retired Marines was a prepper and opened up Lost Mountain Lodge in a small town in northeastern Washington state. Tank always had a theory that one day Yellowstone would blow and had been building a large shelter in the hills with enough natural resources that could sustain them for years. Five marines that served under him helped him over the years build the shelter but never believed Tank about Yellowstone one day erupting. The first book blended the natural disaster, getting the town ready and the romance perfectly. The other books were about the 4 other marines making their way to Lost Summit through the ash cloud and the perils they experience on the way.

That all being said – that worked for the first 3 books. But by the 4th it got stale because nothing was new. It was the same story except insert different couple coming from different state. With this being the last book in the series I was hoping that formula would change – at least for the ending. But alas, no it was no different and other than finding out the real reason Truman showed up in the first book at the lodge and Tank making a big decision right at the very end of the book there was nothing new. There was no epilogue to see how everyone is fairing living in an apocalyptic world years down the road. The book just ended like others did. No wrap up at all.

For a series that started out so strong and with such potential it fell flat and repetitive by the end.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't put it down!
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2019
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Read every book in this series and loved every one of them. Was sad to finish the last book. The author pulls you into the story and makes you feel as if you know the characters personally. I usually avoid stories of the apocalypse but had to read all 5 books in the series!
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Pops
5.0 out of 5 stars Apocalyptic end to Mother Nature's PMS
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 21, 2017
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My Queen of Security... damn she left the best for last!!! I've loved this series, fell head over heels in love with Mason, been gripped by the storytelling, danger and struggle for survival thanks to Mother Nature erupting a super volcano.

Then Van & Allie hit the page! Oh my god is Allie my gal! Van's comment on her running about like a chicken with it's head chopped off.... KILLED ME.

As with all the couples, the chemistry between Van & Allie radiates and I just can't stop gushing as it her! I loved her thought process, her mannerisms, her questions!

Sad to see this series end, we finally find out the why's of Truman and its endearing the lengths he's went to end and how exciting it would be to have a little catch up with these guys in 10 years time to see how they are all doing.
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Lyn Avery
5.0 out of 5 stars Surviving Ashes
Reviewed in Australia on April 3, 2017
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This series was fast paced and had a intricate story line. If not a bit frightening if this disaster did indeed happen. Well thought out and written. Well done and sad to see it end.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 5, 2022
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No plot spoilers
No potential triggers
There are a few errors but nothing to get irritated about.
There is one violent scene.
The characterisation is really good, more than enough to allow you to form a connection. The characters have their own individual personality types and their own motivators.
The plotline has been so engaging I purchased the books one after the other because I had to learn what happens to each character.
It's a series about the end of the world as we know it, it's about the journey both physically and emotionally.
It's about love.
There is also a spot of intrigue and danger.
There is one sex scene and some swearing.
I take exception to some comments from reviewers who have slated the series, or worse, provided a poor review of this particular book because they didn't like the ending.
All questions are answered, it's not rushed or forced. It's a natural part of the book and to me, having a pop at the book just because it reaches it's conclusion is ridiculous.
One reviewer stated they wanted an extended epilogue so they could know what happened next . . .
That's a sign of a good plotline when readers want more, but selfish to punish the author because they don't provide it.
I have been very happy to read the series and have no doubt that I will return for a re-read at some point in the future.
If you are a fan of apocalyptic books, a fan of romance and a fan of intrigue I have no problem recommending the series.
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Debra Muston
5.0 out of 5 stars Great writer. With a background story which gives an ...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 3, 2017
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Great writer. With a background story which gives an interest which grows my knowledge of the people, careers, places and situations i know so little about, as well as the enjoyment of knowing how great relationships come together with the right people, under unusual situations.
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jd66
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 9, 2017
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Once again Ms Layne delivers another amazing book and the conclusion to an imaginative story. Her characters are all different but still all total Alphas.
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