"Finally, a fresh main character who thinks on her own and has opinions that are insightful and stirring. The book starts with a bang, then branches out to paint a picture of the service and the 'brothers' she works with. I was not disappointed with the style of writing or the great inspiration it brought to me in the end..."
~ L.B., Rhode Island
"The author hit the nail on the head about the main character's feelings and experiences about starting at the hall. I just started full time and it is a weird experience for everyone, as I'm the first female that they have had to work with in this huge department. Good research."
~ New female firefighter, Canada
"I recently purchased a copy of Soot and Sweat on Flesh for my husband. He absolutely loved it and read it in a single day! I guess you really got it right because as a firefighter for 34 years, he can be pretty hard to please when it comes to firefighter novels."
~ Firefighter's wife, USA
"These books are an excellent, well-written story of a young woman's struggle to be accepted in the macho world of firefighting. I enjoyed the vivid descriptions. I especially enjoyed the development of characters & being privy to their innermost thoughts. Bette's challenges as a probie, her interesting past, and her rocky romance with Joe make for an exciting read."
~ T.C., Stoughton, MA