'The Smoke Jumper' by Nicholas Evans is an epic romance novel that spans many years, revolving around characters who are firefighters. The story is described as super epic with a lot of pining and sensual prose, making it a page-turner from start to finish. The book delves into themes of love, grief, loss, and emotions without being sappy, featuring well-developed characters and multiple intertwined storylines that keep the reader engaged.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, memorable, and undergo substantial growth, enhancing the emotional depth of the story.

Writing/Prose:

The writing is characterized by vivid details and emotional resonance, making for an engaging and accessible read.

Plot/Storyline:

The narrative intricately blends firefighting action with profound emotional arcs, creating a complex tapestry that captures the intricacies of love and loss.

Setting:

The setting is rich and diverse, primarily situated in Montana, which enhances the story's connection to nature and adventure.

Pacing:

While it starts slowly, the pacing accelerates as the plot unfolds, creating a gripping reading experience.

The important things in life always happened by accident. At fifteen she didn’t know much, in fact, with each passing year she was a lot less clear about most things. But this much she did know. You c...

Notes:

Nicholas Evans is the author of The Smoke Jumper and The Horse Whisperer.

The Smoke Jumper is set in Montana and includes firefighting action and personal struggles.

The story involves love, grief, and the challenges of various characters, including a war photographer.

Readers find The Smoke Jumper emotionally engaging, exploring deep themes without being overly sentimental.

The book has multiple narratives that intertwine with the lives of three main characters.

Many readers feel a sense of hope and joy from the book, making it a personal favorite.

The book is not just a romance but also an epic tale spanning many years.

The writing includes detailed descriptions of unique experiences like smoke jumping and war.

Readers appreciate the believable and relatable characters created by Evans.

The Smoke Jumper is suggested for book clubs and recognized for its storytelling technique.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include themes of grief, loss, and the psychological impact of war.

Has Romance?

The Smoke Jumper contains a strong element of romance, weaving it through the lives of the characters as a central theme.

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From The Publisher:

In a searing novel of love and loyalty, guilt and honor, the acclaimed author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Horse Whisperer gives his millions of readers another hero…

The Smoke Jumper

His name is Connor Ford and he falls like an angel of mercy from the sky, braving the flames to save the woman he loves but knows he cannot have. For Julia Bishop is the partner of his best friend and fellow "smoke jumper," Ed Tully. Julia loves them both-until a fiery tragedy on Montana's Snake Mountain forces her to choose between them, and burns a brand on all their hearts.

In the wake of the fire, Connor embarks on a harrowing journey to the edge of human experience, traveling the world's worst wars and disasters to take photographs that find him fame but never happiness. Reckless of a life he no longer wants, again and again he dares death to take him, until another fateful day on another continent, he must walk through fire once more…

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About the Author:

Nicholas Evans is the author of The Horse Whisperer, the #1 bestseller that has enthralled millions of readers around the world. He lives in London, where he is at work on his next novel.

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