Summer Butler is killing it in the ratings—and all of America is tuning in as New York Times bestselling author Denise Grover Swank greenlights a new season of TV’s hottest sleuth… the first season wrapped, the reality-show PI is feeling the pressure to make the next one an even bigger success.
Though finding a new case won’t be easy—it’s not like another dead body will just fall in her lap—Summer’s willing to give it a try. Besides, reconciling with her family—not to mention her old flame, police chief Luke Montgomery—is a nice way to spend her downtime.
But Summer’s rekindled romance isn’t the only thing burning up Sweet Briar. It seems the town is harboring an arsonist, and all the smoldering signs point to the same culprit: her cousin Dixie. Although this case may be too close for comfort, it seems season two is already bringing the drama—and for Summer it could also be too hot to handle.
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I really enjoyed this book, which I read for having Denise on my podcast Wine Women & Writing. The premise and characters are delightful, and the mystery actually kept me guessing until the end. It’s no surprise that such a wonderful author has come out with a charming new series, and it will really appeal to lovers of cozy mysteries.
Great book. This is the second in a series. Highly recommended.
I LOVED this book! I love this cast of characters and there’s even a few I love to hate. *cough, Lauren*. Summer delves into another season of her reality show Darling Investigations trying to come up with something to top her first season. She also gets closer to her handsome and swoon worthy boyfriend Luke. Her cousin Dixie finds herself in trouble when her past comes to haunt her and the crew does everything they can to help her. Can we just crush on Bill the camera man, please?! You’ll see and you’ll be crushing too! Also, I’m seriously hoping that new guy Nash is going to be a bad boy that we all love!
Blazing Summer is filled with action, humor, suspense and love. Summer’s cases are sabotaged by her producer and she makes some enemies in law enforcement, but that doesn’t stop her from solving her biggest case yet!
A great read that was hard to put down. This is the second book of the series, can’t wait for number 3!
I absolutely LOVED this book! I love Summer and her story. I’ve been thinking about this book since I read the last Summer Butler book. I hope it isn’t the last one in the series.
Summer is back in Sweet Briar and so is everyone else from the first book, plus we met a few new characters. The big mystery in this book was clearing Dixie’s name and it was a great one. I always thought there had to be more to the story, and I’m glad we learned everything in this book.
I couldn’t tell who the arsonist was for most of the book. I kept trying to guess, but really wasn’t sure. I will say the book started a little slow, but picked up soon. I can’t wait to reread and I really hope we get another book.
I received an ARC of this book for an honest review.
I loved this book so much I want to go back and reread the series! Loaded with mystery, romance, action, heart-felt moments. This book has it all! I love the way that Denise leave you in suspense throughout the entire book. I didn’t know who the arsonist was until it was revealed. Summer has become one of my favorite characters. She is genuine and honorable with spunk and sass thrown in for good measure…just like all the Baumgartners do. I loved the entire story. If you haven’t picked up this series yet – do it! You won’t regret it!
Blazing Summer by Denise Grover Swank a five-star read that will set you on fire. This is the second book in the Darling Investigations series and I will be honest and say I enjoyed it, but not as much as the first book Deadly Summer. But that being said It’s still a series I know I will love and read as soon as I am able. Denise Grover Swank is one of those authors you just can’t help but love, she writes multiple genres and I love them all. Summer Butler is back for the next instalment of her reality television show Darling Investigations, little was she expecting it to be such a huge success. All Summer wants is to be able to help her family and have a life, as far away from her old one as possible. Summer will fight for everything including her cousin Dixie no matter how bad things look, and how badly it will risk the blossoming romance with Brooding ex-flame police chief Luke Montgomery, he put Dixie away once and has the power to do it again? What would you do in Summers shoes? Throw in some amazing characters in the form of cousin Teddy and Meemaw and the craziness that is Living the Connor Life: Connor Blake’s guide to Spiritual, Physical and Emotional wholeness in less than thirty days, (A book within a book that I’m sure would be so funny, you can only dream) then you have a great story all round. There is something for everyone in the book.
Summer is a detective with creative ways to solve her cases.
I enjoyed the book a lot and was disappointed to reach the end of the book. Luckily there are other books in the series 🙂
Please read all of Ms Swanks books. They are awesome!
This one was just as good as the first one and Summer is back season two is starting and this one not going as planned. There is an arsonist on the loose and they are trying to pin it all on Dixie. Of course, Summer and her team solve the mystery and the associated murders. So good! I wish there were more of this series.
This was a good read for a second installment. The pace stayed fairly stead and the introduction of new characters and a few twists kept it different enough from the first book to stay interested. I look forward to seeing more more from Summer and finding out what memaw’s big family announcement could be.
I really enjoyed listening to this on Audible through Kindle Unlimited. Really enjoying the series and the mantra for does an excellent job of bringing the characters to life. This is a fairly new author to me and have enjoyed all her books. Hope this series continues.
I can not believe how much I love this book now. The first book of the series took at bit to get into, but now I’ve read that and now the second one I am addicted. I love the mystery, comedy and romance. So well written. This book I could not put down as it kept you on edge I just needed to know. I love how summer has come right into here detective role and she is a natural. I hope this series continues.
Denise Grover Swank! WHAT?! This second installment of Darling Investigations was PHENOMENAL!!
We are once again pulled into Sweet Briar and the lives of Summer, Dixie, Teddy, & Luke. Summer is moving on to season two of her show and this season has even more unexpected happenings than last season!
This story had my heart racing and my fingers itching to turn the page to see what would happen next. I am SO disappointed that there’s not a third (and fourth, fifth…) book in this series. They were just too good!
Blazing Summer was such a surprise! The first book I simply read because it was on kindle unlimited and by my favorite author. I actually found myself more involved and I started to truly care about the characters. It is a cute book- fun summer read. Living in a small town, I totally understand the little nuances that Denise includes – and yes, everyone is somehow related and we know everybody’s business! ha ha!!
Blazing Summer is the second book the Darling Investigations series and I really loved this book! It was such an entertaining book to read that was filled with mystery, suspense, some romance, and plenty of humor. I really like Summer, her cousins Dixie and Teddy, and Luke. I loved that Denise kept me guessing on the mystery in this story and it was difficult for me to put down this book because I wanted to keep reading more of the story. I am really hoping there will be more books in this series. If you are looking for a fun, easy, and entertaining series, I definitely recommend the Darling Investigations series.
Deadly Summer was a good book, but Blazing Summer was even better! I love Summer, Dixie, Luke, and Teddy. Summer had no idea what she was getting herself into with this reality TV show. She’s got quite the fan base as a former star and everyone loves watching the hometown hero. This book is action packed with humor, mystery, and strong family bonds. Blazing Summer goes portrays the deep roots of the Sweet Briar community, and when Dixie is accused of arson, they stick together to clear her name. I’m hoping for more books in this sweet, small town series because this story and Summer’s romance is just getting started! Can’t wait to see what is next from Denise Grover Swank.
Book kicked off soon after the previous book ended. Right into a humorous event.
She brings back same characters and a few new ones. The suspense and humor are perfect mixes.
You feel torn as Summer is being torn in different directions and hoping her choices are the right ones.
I absolutely love how bad ass Summer is!
Usually suspense books you have a good idea and stick to the one person you thought did it but with this book? Wow!
How can this series be over?! Summer and Dixie are just getting started with these investigations! So much activities in Sweet Briar and let’s not forget about Luke and Summer. Swoon! I think I had some added anxiety throughout this book that I just could not put it down! The predicaments that she gets into! Reminds me of someone else I know! **Rose** Denise Grover Swank knows how to write! 5 Stars as always!!!
Another laugh out loud book from Denise Grover Swank! Blazing Summer is a great book but a bit more serious than Deadly Summer, especially with her cousin’s future on the line. We find out the truth about Dixie’s past and the mystery that surrounds her tragic history. Overall its a great book, funny, and of course a twisted and unpredictable plot.