From Abigail Davies comes the ultimate forbidden romance duet.
Strong.
Kind.
Forbidden.
Guys like him didn’t want girls like me.
Or did they?
My life was a battle, one which I was losing.
Each moment I struggled to keep everything on lockdown.
And yet all it took was the man with the enticing eyes to draw me out.
He thought he knew my secrets, but he had no idea the pain I felt.
The … knew my secrets, but he had no idea the pain I felt.
The torture I suffered.
The agony I held deep down inside where no one else could see.
Dancing had been my only savior.
But now he was too.
The marine who knew the deepest part of my soul.
The tattoo artist who turned my black and gray world into full color.
The man fourteen years older than me.
He’d vowed to protect me. To shield me from the evil I encountered.
But there was a dark cloud hanging over us.
One which promised to rain terror.
The battle had turned into a war, and there could only be one winner.
Fast Burn is book one in the Burned Duet. A two-part, emotionally gripping story of forbidden angst filled love.
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Well, that was quite the ride, how does one put into words after they read something so soul grippingly deep as Asher and Elodie’s story and it only the beginning!
Oh before I get into what I loved, I need to say Knox is a douche and karma will get him!!
Surviving, that is all Elodie knows she is such a bada** little warrior, her strength will pull you in from the beginning and make you wanna fight right along side of her. She feels that her life is what is gonna be that is until she meets and sexy guy with dark eyes that sets her body on fire!
Asher has his demons being a survivor of war he is haunted by those events daily. But like most veterans he puts on a brave face and locks down all his emotions, not wanting his family to know how damaged he really is. Asher goes through everyday life with the feeling something or someone is missing, until he meets her.. the sexy little dancer that completely consumes all this thoughts.
This whole Easton series is absolutely amazing and Asher’s story is turning out to be just as amazing!!
This author loves to break us with her characters so I have a love/hate relationship with her and always come back for more. I love her writing because it always has something that nearly brings you to your knees. Her female characters are women who go through hell but come out on top and this time is no different. Her hell started a long time ago, when her father left. Taking care of a drug addicted mom and just trying to make it until graduation she’s lived a life in the shadows. Now she’s paying the price. He has had his own battle wounds from his tour as a marine. Now visiting the next generation we find the love of a younger woman is something he gets from his dad. But in the same respect she isn’t a typical young lady, life has made her far wiser than her age. A great read that will emotionally drain you in the best of ways and yeah prepare yourself because this author loves the dark and she will definitely test you before this is done. Yes it does end in a cliff hanger but as usual it’s more than worth it in the end.
Fast Burn (Burned Duet #1) is a heartbreakingly raw, emotional, and tragic, slow burn romance. Asher and Elodie both have their demons and are striving for a happier life. But life has different plans for them and they’ll need each other, their love, and family to get through the bad times.
Asher and Elodie are amazing characters, especially Elodie who’s strength shines through.
The Easton Family Saga is an amazing series. I highly recommend it!
FIVE BURNED AND EMOTIONAL STARS for Elodie and Asher !!!
I can’t believe that this is the last duet in Easton Family Saga !
This family is everything!
Their stories are so deep and emotional that you can’t read them without feeling like a part of their big and full of love family.
“Fast Burn” is an age-gap romance and forbidden love trope.
Elodie and Asher’s story is a little different from the story of Belle and Ford.
There is no mafia and a lot of suspense parts of the book.
This story talks about abuse in a relationship that is well known today but people don’t talk about it.
Elodie is a female character who shows that no matter how can life be difficult you can always fight but you don’t have to do it on your own because there is always someone who will protect you you just need to ask for their help.
Asher is totally different from what I’ve imaged he would be but I love his character and his relationship with Belle.
Elodie and Asher’s relationship is simple and I love how easy they became from friends to lovers.
And one little thing…
I really love Abigail’s cliffhangers !
If you love the previous books from this saga and you also obsessed with the age-gap trope, you NEED to read this duet!!!
Highly recommended!!!
Such an emotional storyline!! So much heartache and pain! Struggling to stay afloat! Abigail Davies takes you on a spectacular journey with Asher and Elodie, and their struggles!!
Oh this story had me from the very beginning. These two characters are absolutely amazing and I loved them together so much. Could not get enough of these two at all. Cant wait for the next part
There was so much I liked about this book and at the same time my heart hurt for Elodie. I want the best for her. I admire her strength, her conviction and her plan to make her life better. Asher checks all my boxes. I wondered how they could meet in the middle each being such strong individuals. This book has some serious themes and scenes so be aware. The last page has me in tears. I’m looking forward to the next book in the duet. I need everything to be ok! I’m scared. Definitely recommend!
Wow omg what a ride this book was abigail davies as yet again delivered another master piece.
I never know what to expect when ever I read one of her books.
Forbidden older guy/younger woman.
Although this is a new duet it still an Easton book/series.
This is asher’s and elodie story.
Elodie is one strong young woman she goes though alot at such a young age. She never allows all the bad in live to effect her.
Asher is one strong guy. He is always there to protect her or tries to at least.
This book will leave you wanting more.
Thanks abigail what a ride this was
I received an ARC copy of this book for an honest review.
This book is the latest in the Easton family saga.
This book is Asher’ book, and what a first book it is
It has everything that new love has, ex boyfriends that won’t take no for an answer, PTSD, age gap, also people that wouldn’t understand
There’s also a friendship between Elodie the love interest, and Leo the nephew
Throw in homelessness, high school and trying to make ends meet. That’s all in a day for Elodie, just thinking about it leaves me breathless
Asher has his own demons to chase away but together they seem to forget them and are allowed to just be.
Another brilliantly written book by Abigail Davies, and I really can’t wait for the next instalment to see where it takes us
I’d definitely recommend this book and the whole series as they are all really brilliantly written book’s
Honestly I have never been a big fan of the age gap romances, but reading Abigail’s Easton Family saga books have definitely changed my mind. Loved every single one of the books. They have all been absolutely amazing.
Fast Burn is a book that will draw you in right from page 1 it’s that damn good. It will pull at your heartstrings and will definitely leave you breathless at the end. Fantastic book, can’t for book 2!!!
I feel like my heart could just burst right now. I have so many emotions running through me right now. What an ending! Gahhh….my heart is broken!!
Abigail Davies knows how to give you such a rush while reading. She hooks her claws right into you. Her words spear through your heart. She makes you feel such deep emotions for fictional characters.
Elodie and Ashers story will tear you apart. And I know that she’s going to put all the pieces of my heart back together, soon!
I’ve absolutely fallen in love with this family and every single story gets better and better.
Y’all need this book and this whole series in your life. It’s one of the best age-gap series I’ve ever read.
Highly recommended.
This series is a must, each duet delivers an epic storyline and Fast Burn is Asher and Elodie’s gripping romance – Another 5 Star well written book.
Asher who we have met in previous books is now all grown up and like all the Easton’s before him is drawn to a younger soul, Elodie is a strong young women who has been living a nightmare and handling it in the best ways she could to make it through the other side.
The friendships built in this book and the love that follows will have you smiling and cheering but don’t get too comfortable because tragedy strikes and we are left wondering if the broken pieces can be fixed.
In Fast Burn we also get to catch up with all members of the family, including a new and interesting rescue dog!
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Although this is Book 1 in a new duet, it is part of The Easton Family Saga so if your like me and like to everything about everyone, then go back and start with Free Fall – I have loved every single one
Back to this!…We have Asher and Elodie, Asher is the son of Lola (from Free Fall!) who was a Marine but is now home and settling in, determined to make his tattoo shop work and is quite a few years older; and Elodie is a newbie to the series and I honestly wish I could go help her! She has it tough, like really tough but jees she is so strong! She doesn’t expect handouts, she works for everything she needs, she keeps everything bottled up, she’s just a good girl who really needs a break – and a friend!
Things happen which I’m not going to talk about lol, but I will say that from the moment I started this book, I was completely lost in it!
Abigail had me instantly attached to the characters, I sooo wanted to help Elodie and most definitely get to know Asher better I liked the actual storyline, I love that it’s not an insta-love story, yes there’s insta-attraction but they don’t instantly jump into bed and live happily ever after!
I’m afraid I’m going to leave my review at that because I can’t write anything else apart from I loved it!
Although please note – Abigail loves to leave us with a cliff hanger (my poor poor heart!) but thankfully it’s not long until the next one is released!! #Phew ! 4.5
Fast Burn, the first book in the final duet of the Easton Family Saga. Again, Abigail Davies broke me.
I got exactly what I expected – amazingly written characters, filled with angst and brokenness. A fantastic story that grips you with the emotional, heartbreaking pull. Then boom, the story twists and hits you hard, especially when you’re so invested in these characters. You’re left shocked, wondering, wanting more.
Luckily, the final part of the final duet is only a few short weeks away.
I kind of didn’t want to start it because once it’s over, it’s over! I’ve loved these duets and I don’t want them to end. But I went ahead and started and I know I’m going to love this duet as much as the rest.
Another brilliant read in fast burn.
We follow Asher (who we’ve met previously in the other duets) as he finds himself helping a damsel in distress in the form of Elodie, but never did he think he would fall fast and hard for her when he finds out who she really is.
I’m going to cry when these duets are over! I love these characters so much. These are the types of books you read over and over. Loved them and cannot wait for part two
Abigail Davies always wrecks me with her words, but this book.. This one absolutely ruined me. I received my ARC earlier tonight and I finished it in under two hours; that’s how amazing it is. It’s intense, heartbreaking, emotional, and that cliffhanger will have you crying all the while begging for more.
I’m not going to give anything away, especially since this is a duet, but just know that once you start you won’t be able to stop. The story consumed me.. between the pain that our young heroine, Elodie goes through is so heartbreaking. She is a warrior, and I loved her immediate connection with Asher. They were so perfect for each other, and considering age gaps are one of my all time favorite tropes, I knew I would love this book!
Just be warned; that cliffhanger really is brutal .. I’m just glad we don’t have to wait that long for part two!
**This is part one of an interconnected series. It can be read as a standalone, but I encourage you to read the entire series.
***I received an ARC of this book and these are my honest opinions!***
In the its Asher’s turn for his story and oh my … what a story it is. Both Asher and Eloise have a lot of baggage they need to unload. Elaine has gone though the mill and she is going through it when she meets Asher and with each other’s help they work their way through it.. We also get to see the whole Easton clan at the same time and it gave me the shivers.. I’m not going to lie this book isn’t for the faint of heart as it has some sensitive scenes but on the other hand it absolutely has all the feels…. and that ending Oh my poor heart it hurts so much…. I’m so looking forward to the second part.
Elodie has had a rough life but she has a plan. Then she meets Asher and everything changes. Asher is a marine who opened his own tattoo shop after coming home. When he meets Elodie, everything seems different now. Can Elodie follow her plans and get what she wants? Will Asher allow himself to act on how he feels?
Fast Burn is the best of the Easton family series yet! Asher and Elodie both possess a beautiful strength beneath their struggles that quickly got me invested in their story. I enjoyed these characters so much and cannot wait for Deep Burn to be released.
I don’t even know what to say since I feel like I will need a bit to process all my emotions.
The chemistry between Asher and Elodie started with little sparks that could be felt before they even spoke a single word to each other. Then the with just a glance and a few words those sparks are embers burning a little hotter than before.
I don’t even know if there’s enough emojis to express how many emotions I felt while reading this, heartbreak for both for very different reasons and not just once. I was practically giddy when the whole Easton family was in the same room. My heart was fluttery, and I swooned all over the place. I had pains in my chest, butterflies in my stomach, all the feels all over the place.
I desperately need book 2 but I’m also not ready to say goodbye to the Easton clan so my heart is in 2 but I will be counting down the moments until I have book 2.