From USA Today bestselling author, Dani René, comes a brand new raw, emotional standalone romance that’s like nothing she’s written before. A poignant tear-jerker, with plenty of heart-wrenching moments.Life is a game, and if you don’t play your cards right, you’ll never win.Everything Katerina Nielsen knew burned to the ground when she was sixteen. She had nothing but memories to keep her warm … she was sixteen. She had nothing but memories to keep her warm at night. At eighteen, life throws her into an inferno and the only choice is to become someone else.
Until she becomes the interest of two strangers.
They offer her a chance at a normal life. But she’s learned everything in life comes at a price and the cost of what they’re giving her may just burn her alive.
With the promise of a future she’s always wanted, she can’t refuse.
But what happens when a dark secret comes to light?
Will she rise from the ashes and embers, or will she burn?
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Dani, Dani, Dani….What did you just do to me with this book. I went in thinking that this book was going to be one thing and it was something totally different.
This book is told from three POVs.
When Katerina was 16, she lost everything she knew. Her parents, her home, everything that was her life. Thrown into the foster care system, she became a lost soul.
Two years later, Kat is doing what she need to do to make money; being a “companion” to men who needs dates. Never having gone as far as some of the other girls, Kat is determined to only do this for 12 months, enough time to get money for college.
Ash first sees Kat when she walks into his hotel bar. He is taken from her from the very beginning. He knows why she is there and approaches her. When he makes her an offer she can’t refuses, she goes with him for the evening. But she does something to him, something inside him. She makes him feel feelings he hasn’t ever felt. Once she leaves, he doesn’t know what he is going to do, but he does know that she needs to be in his life.
Ember knows his brother Ash as lost it. He did the one thing he told him not to do. But once Ember meets Kat, he understands why Ash did what he did. Ember is the cool headed brother. The brother that has feelings and emotions. When it comes to Kat, Ember knows what he needs to do. He knows what he needs to do to get his plan to work.
But Ash and Ember are keeping secrets from Kat. And Ember is keeping secrets from Ash.
What happens when those secrets come to life? Will Kat every forgive Ash and Ember? Will Ash be able to survive after he finds out Ember’s secret?
If you are a K. Webster fan, this book reminded me of My Torin. (Which I gave 5 stars)
This book was not what I expected. I went into it with my mind set on a plot. I thought I had it figured out. But I was wrong.
This book is a bit different than most books I have read from Dani Rene. I felt that this book had more heart and emotions in it. I have read many Dani books and have given 5 stars to some of those, but this book was just at a different level.
Great job!
Omg. How epic this story is. So many emotions went through me while reading this. Laughed. Cried. Amazing characters with intense passionate connections to each other. So many twists and turns in the storyline I didn’t see coming. The best book I have read in a very long time. Read this now!!!!
Among Ash and Ember by Dani René has surprised me in a good way! This story is so different from the dark and twisted stories she writes and I love them. This story is about human connection in the purest and most raw forms. Three broken and damaged souls will entangle in a way you cannot predict ar all. Just let me tell you I was completely blindsided. It is about relationship of three people. But in the most unique and heartbreaking way.
This story is essentially about two brothers and their choices. Ash is the angry, brooding and raging one. He can get really rude and irritating but Ember is always there to calm him and ground him. They have a dark secret that concerns Kat , the bold and beautiful yet vulnerable woman they are protecting. Kat has lost everything and trying to get back on her two feet when the two attractive, protective and dominating men come to her rescue. Can she trust them? Who has her heart or is it both of them?
The complexity of human interactions is multilayer here. Ash and Ember have their own deep bond based of caring, trust and everything important. Kat cares for both of them but may not be the same way. Ember loves her and Ash craves her. It was an intriguing tale of emotions and passion. My heart is a bit biased towards Ember. He has carried so much weight on his shoulders and the unexpected awful turn made me cry so hard for him. He has literally given everything to Ash and planned for his happiness long in the future. Ash and Kat complement and elevate each other. Kat soothes the pain, hurt and guilt in Ash. And Ash makes her feel cherished, loved and protected. Ember has a special place in her heart for his kindness, calm confidence and selfless love. But this is a different story. The ending has wrecked my heart and even after mentally praying so much, Dani René decided to drag me through hell.
Among Ash and Ember by Dani René is fascinating and deeply riveting story of love, family and friendship. Sometimes a single heart can hold so many kinds of love and it only makes it bigger. A powerful and soulful read all the way.
Received ARC for Honest Review
Among Ash & Ember by Dani René is an intense, emotional, heartbreaking love story about two brothers and the girl that they BOTH love. Told in multiple POV’s, contrary to what it sounds like this story is NOT a love triangle. I went in thinking that it was going to be something along those lines, let me be the first to admit I have never been gladder to be wrong. Among Ashes and Embers was so much MORE than I ever could have expected.
“Pain will fray you. It will rip you to shreds. And love is the only thing that can put you back together.”
At 16 years old, in the blink of an eye, a fire took everything from Katerina Nielsen. After her parent’s death, Kat is placed in the system until she ages out, two years later.
Now, lost, alone, and drowning in debt left to her by her parents, Kat knows she has to do what she has to do to keep a roof over her head and make ends meet. Kat has become a “companion” for wealthy men. Not quite going as far as some of the other girls she bunks with, she is more of arm candy for her clients. Kat is determined to only participate in this lifestyle for 12 months, long enough to save enough money so that she can pursue her dream to go to college.
Ashton Addington notices Kat from across the room of the hotel bar. He knows exactly what a girl like her is doing there so he approaches her and makes an offer that he knows she won’t be able to refuse. Sure enough, Kat follows him back to his hotel room.
But something is different. For Ash, it’s usually one night of bliss and then it’s over. So why is it that every time he thinks of never seeing this girl again he can barely rein in his anger? There is just something about Kat. Ash is determined to find a way to keep her in his life. But now he just has to convince his brother to go along with his plan.
Ember Addington knows his brother is taken with this girl. Ash went against Ember’s wish just to be with her… But once Ember meets Kat for himself, he can understand EXACTLY why this beautiful intriguing girl has such hold on his brother.
So the brothers make her an offer. An offer that could change her entire life for the BETTER if she agrees. But Kat is so scarred from the life she’s been forced to lead that she’s hesitant to blindly trust these mysterious brothers… and she has every right to be.
Ash and Ember are keeping a secret from Kat, a secret that could wreck everything. But what’s worse… Ember is concealing something from his brother as well.
“Sometimes secrets are the only thing holding us together and keeping us from falling apart.”
What happens when those secrets are revealed?
Will Kat be able to forgive Ash and Ember?
What is Ember hiding from Ash?
What happens when the past collides with the present?
“But it can also be those secrets that tear your life apart. They could so easily be the same lies you think will keep you safe. But in the end, they’re the ones that will destroy you.”
You’ll have to read Among Ash & Ember to find out!
“How can two broken souls go through so much, yet find themselves again?”
Gahhh what a beautiful story! The writing was flawless and poetic, the characters were amazing, and the secrets kept you right on the edge of your seat trying to figure out exactly WHAT they were all hiding. I laughed, I smiled, I swooned, I yelled, I cried, seriously I literally messaged Dani as soon as I finished just to yell at her for making me cry! But I would do it all over again. This is one of those stories that stays with you, and I know that it will stay with me for a while. Truly a BEAUTIFUL story.
Katerina, gahhh I LOVE Kat. She’s feisty, sassy, and even after the horrible hand of life she’s been dealt she still holds an air of innocence. She’s been through more than anyone her age should but yet still holds on to the hope of accomplishing her dreams, and is willing to do whatever it takes to make them realities.
“I’ve fallen. I’ve walked right into the inferno. And there’s no escape for me now.”
Ash, is like a whirlwind. Because of all the secret burdens that were left to him he appears to be such an angry person but being around Kat gives him a sense of contentment that his life has been lacking and he’d go through hell and back for this brother.
“He’s bad and good all wrapped up in a perfect package, and I wonder if it unravels, what I’ll find inside.”
Ember, ahh Ember, my love. The peacemaker, the matchmaker. Being an Empath Ember feels everything so much more then anyone else does. Ember is the soft to his brothers hard. I have the biggest crush on Ember and my heart is literally BREAKING, Dani René!
I loved watching the bond between the three of them as well as the bond between Kat and each brother. The love between each was SO different but still SO strong.
That ending… even though I just KNEW that there was something more going on… I just still wasn’t ready for THAT. Gahhh I’m not going to post spoilers but just be prepared!
Another thing, if you guys follow me you know I’m all about the sexy times lol, so I just wanted to mention, the first sex scene happens at about 84% in… BUT there IS a whole lot of heat and some steamy scenes early on but they just don’t go for the whole enchilada.
I’ve read ALMOST everything Dani René has released and this one, this one was a lot different than what she normally writes. The emotion, and the turmoil… I just can’t even explain it but trust me when I tell you, she pulled it off! Dani, she is such a brilliant and talented writer. She’s also one of the nicest authors I have ever met, well met as in stalked online lol, but still, you get the point! I absolutely devoured Among Ash & Ember and I can not wait to see what she comes up with next!
I HIGHLY recommend Among Ash & Ember.
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I voluntarily reviewed an advance complimentary copy of this book.
Among Ash and Ember was an emotionally riveting story of learning to trust, loss and a truly beautiful love. The characters were each flawed yet so relatable that I quickly found myself invested in them. Their story was laid out in such a way that my emotions were constantly changing. I was held captivated as I laughed, yelled, raged and cried throughout reading this amazing book. There were a few twists and truths along the way that took me by surprise but I loved every emotion-filled moment of this book. If you want a read that will clench your heart with characters that keep you on your toes then grab Among Ash and Ember as soon as possible.
Oh this book, it broke me! I have read some amazing books but this book blew many of them away.. it pull and pushed my emotions all over the place. Amazing, just amazing Dani!!
This is one if those books that it’s best to go in blind. The synopsis intrigued me and to be honest I wasn’t sure what to expect. Kat Ash and Ember’s story was overflowing with emotion. I loved the dynamics of their relationship it was intense and passionate.
Just when you think no book can ever get any better, Dani blows that out of the water, This book was amazing, it pulled every emotion out of me, My heart hurt so hard for the characters and what they had to endure.
The beautiful Dani Rene has a certain way with words, the way that she puts them together to make such an amazing story has me in ore of her, she’s amazing and this book is a true reflection of the amazing author she is.
‘‘Love will always be among Ash and Ember, even when I’m not there.’’
Wow. To be honest I’m not sure exactly what to say about this book. The characters, and the story they tell are so crazy good, it blew my mind. They are so flawed, but so real it hurts to read at times. The writing so beautiful, but so tragic it makes your heart bleed.
Katerina, or Kat as she’s called by those closest to her, lost her parents when she was 16, and after that life got progressively hard for her. First in foster care then out of it. When Ash and Ember show up, and offer her a chance at a better life, she wants to take it, but she’s become jaded to believe good things happen for no reason. Things always have an ulterior motive. She just has to find it.
“Love is strange. It creeps up on you, weaseling its way through the darkness, bathing you in light, giving you hope.
Pain is real. It has been the only thing I’ve known since I was sixteen, and I realized that it could so easily kill you if you let it.”
~Kat~
Because of what these characters have been through in life, it hasn’t left them all that trusting, so to rely on each other isn’t easy. Secrets that aren’t shared can tear them apart when finally revealed.
“I don’t believe in religion, in God, or the saints. I don’t even believe there’s a higher power, but something sent Katerina to me and Ember knew it.”
~Ash~
I think this is my favorite book from this author to date. Some books you just read and enjoy. Others you read and feel with every fiber of your being, and this is one of those books. I completely and wholeheartedly recommend this book. Five glowing, beautiful stars for this one.
Where do I even begin with how emotional this story is? My heart is beating, my tears are falling, and I am in awe of this author’s writing abilities. When a story takes such a hold on your very heart and soul, I know it is a great one. Katerina loses so much so young, and as she grows up, she takes a path that many may not agree with, but she feels it’s her only way. Then she meets Ash and Ember, and they want to help her, but she can’t figure out why they are so determined. These two brothers have their reasons, and as you read, you will understand why. These three characters will ingrain themselves into your very being and you can’t help but fall in love with all of them. This story will make you laugh and will make you cry, but I loved each and every word and so will you. A truly brilliant read.
This was a beautifully written story about love and loss and learning to love again. Ash’s, Ember’s and Katerina’s story brought me to tears and I felt each of their losses as if they were my own. The author managed to capture every stage of grief brilliantly. This has now been added to my list of books I will gladly re-read again and again.
DREAMY’S REVIEW
Among Ash and Ember by Dani Rene was nothing that I expected. It was extraordinary and so different that what I am used to by this author! So compelling, beautiful, and well-written with an emotional depth that is hard to find else where.
This is hands down Dani Rene’s best work to date!! This story had so much emotion, that it wrecked me in the best possible way! Rene always has a way with words and surprising me at every turn with what she publishes next! Among Ash and Ember is everything you want in romance AND more.
There’s secrets and a little underlining of mystery. There’s a beautiful, broken girl who’s just trying to find her footing. And there’s two broken brothers who are just trying to help heal and give her some footing.
There’s a raw and realness of emotional connection between these three, but let me tell you now, this is NOT a cheat story. It is so much more than that. There is a beautiful story unfolding with every single world, every single sentence, every single page, and every single chapter.
The closer you get to the truth, the more you learn about Ash and Ember. And the more you get to learn about Ash and Ember, you learn more about the past and their connection to Katerina. You learn how deeply rooted these three are and that’s just the surface of things.
The writing is so poetic, there is no way that it cannot speak to your soul and hold volumes. It’s so impactful in ways that you don’t even realize your first go around while reading.
You need this book in your life. It will touch your heart and soul. It will leave you completely breathless. It will evoke emotions out of you.
Dani Rene, bravo! It’s such an honor and privilege to be able to read such beautiful words with a compelling storyline and captivating characters.
Phenomenal. Emotional. All-consuming. Well-written. The best yet!
Five dreamy stars:
Among Ash and Ember was a great 5 star read. Dani has once again pulled me right in with her writing.
Katerina had a horrible experience at sixteen and is now working as an escort for money to help pay for debt. She has a goal to only escort for one year, in hopes that she will have enough money for college.
Ash meets Katerina when she shows up into the bar. He ends up in his room with her, there is something about her that is drawing him in. Problem is, he can’t touch her, his brother would not be happy. Ember is also quickly drawn in by her.
Ember and Ashton end up offering Katerina something that is too good to pass up, however they have a hidden agenda. They know exactly who Katerina is.
What is the secret that they are keeping? What will happen if she finds out about the secret?
Overall I really enjoyed this read. I really liked all of the characters, they added a great element to the story. There are several hidden secrets that come out. My emotions were all over the place with this book as well. I look forward to reading more from Dani. I highly suggest you 1-click and get started today.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
How beautiful, emotional, and loving is this story. Dani, you had me in my feelings. I love the chemistry between Ash, Ember, and Kat. Their bond is amazing! The way they feel for each other by the end, is what makes this whole story worth reading.
Among Ash and Ember is about the lives of two brothers. How they meet Kat, how they want to help her, how they want to change her life, and how they want to be real important to her. By the end of the book, you’ll see what I’m talking about with the chemistry between all three of them and the love they have. This story is exceptional, and I loved it.
OMG! I floved this book. Please have tissue handy, you will need it.
Katerina had had a hard life after her parents died. Once out of the system she starts her life as an escort, in hopes that she will eventually go to college. Enter Ash who hires her but he has secrets. Kat also meets with Ember but little does she know they are twins. They tell her they are paying for her to go to college. She wonders why. Finally it all comes to light how they are connected. Lies and secrets abound. The truth comes out. Ash, Ember’s secrets will they tear everything apart? Absolutely loved this book.
This story was so much. It ripped my heart out and then started putting it together again. This book was not what I expected at all but I loved it ! This story has the drama, secrets, the passion. And the characters are deep and connected to each other in ways that are surprising. I really loved this story.
Wow! What an amazing emotional and beautifully written read. Among Ash and Ember is one of those books that will stay with you for days after you have finished reading. I think this is one of my favorite Dani Rene books. I love these characters and I couldn’t get enough. Ash, Ember and Kat are very strong and independent characters. Kat’s life was turned upside down at sixteen. When Ashton and Ember and Kat’s lives cross paths years later and then soon secrets are revealed. Will their lives ever be the same again. Among Ash and Ember will bring out all your emotions. This is one story you won’t want to miss. Once I started reading I couldn’t put my Kindle down. Author Dani Rene you are brilliant! Yes, you also had me crying and running for my tissues.
Usually when I read a book I immediately fall in love with, I find it quite simple to write a review; but on this occasion I have struggled because I can’t honestly decide whether this is one of the saddest books I have read in recent years or one of the most joyous.
It is a skilfully written story told from the multiple perspective of the three wonderfully observed main characters. Kat, Ash and Ember are brought together by chance, or maybe fate. They all know about loss and adversity; and their bittersweet coming together and the trials they endure are beautifully and sensitively described.
Here I go making their story sound depressing, and in all honesty this story is much more about rising like a phoenix from the ashes; there is heartbreak and there is the devastating effects of loss but more importantly there is happiness, humour, and hope, and a bond of friendship and love that can never be broken… this is an enthralling five star read … I received an advanced copy of this book from the author
Emotional Fallout…
My heart is overflowing with emotion after reading this exquisite story. Katerina, Ash and Ember each have tormented souls from events that happened in their lives and for which they are still suffering from. Katerina grieves from loss at a young age andtakes a path that will hopefully reach her goals that she craves for. Along that path she meets Ash and Ember. Brothers who are totally opposite of each other but have qualities that Katerina is immediately drawn to. The brothers have emotional guilt andskeletons in their closets. When they see Katerina, they see hope for the first time in their lives. She has a light within in her that is intoxicating. She is so strong in spite of what she has experienced in her life.
Their story brought me to tears. My heart took an emotional hit when I gained insight into this trio. They all connect on such a deep level that you find yourself hopelessly drawn to them and you cannot stop at wanting to find out more about their story andhow everything turns out for them.
Wow!!!! What a beautiful story I have just read. I loved this so much, the way this story was written was wonderfully flawless, the characters were simply amazing and the twist and turns had me on the edge of my seat.
I felt every emotion possible… I laughed out loud, I swooned out loud, I shouted out loud and I cried out loud.
Thank you so much Dani for this amazing story. Ash, Ember and Kat will stay with me for a long time.