I have never read a story by this author before but I have to say she has written a beautiful and charmingly romantic story full of hope and love. When I started the story I thought I would not like it because Amy seemed bitter and not likeable, but as I learned more about her and her situation, I really admired her. The author wrote her so realistically that you can’t help but to root for her and Riley. I also liked Riley, I wish I had met someone like him, he was charming; a real gentleman. I liked the way he was patient with Toby and Amy. The comedic relief is offered by the sub-characters like Amy’s father and grandmother. I enjoyed the scene where Amy’s grandmother is making her own soap. I also enjoyed getting to know the town’s people and experiencing small town life through Amy’s eyes. The romance and chemistry between Riley and Amy is steamy; you can almost feel the sparks flying. The intimate situations are very well written and fit the story well. I think this is a great story to read at any time but especially on those days you feel down, it just gives you hope that something better is always around the corner.

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Reviewed by Molly
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Jennifer Johnson is my new favorite author! I LOVE her writing skills. She blends lots of humor, real life issues, plenty of romance and one rockin' cast of characters to create an instantly gripping and engaging novel.

Rescue Me. I just LOVE that title. Not only that, I loved Amy, Riley, and sweet little Toby. They truly worked their way into my heart and I won't soon forget them. Amy's issues are very real to life, being divorced and a single mom to a 7 year old son. She leaves her ex behind in Texas and heads back to Mississippi to start over with their son. She's bound and determined to do what it takes to get back on her feet, and be done with men.

Enter Riley. One HOT firefighter determined to be a best friend to her sweet innocent son, trying to make up for his past and a tragedy he dealt with. But, stubborn Amy butts heads with Riley on more than one occasion, even as the sparks are flying...sparks she's denying. The one question that lies between them is this: can they RESCUE each other and move on from their past?

With just enough passion blended with just enough lightheartedness, Jennifer Johnson has truly created a novel that I think is stellar. I felt Riley's pain, I felt Amy's turmoil, and I felt sweet little Toby's hopefulness. I finished this novel in less than two days, and stayed up late into the night reading to find out what happened between Amy and Riley. I won't spoil it for you, so I will just say that you NEED to get a copy of this awesome 4 star novel. You won't be disappointed and you'll quickly become a Jennifer Johnson fan, hoping for more amazing work!

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