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Rory’s once promising ballet career was destroyed by family tragedy and illness. She turned her life around and became a lawyer. Now at the start of her legal career, she lacks passion in her work and self-confidence in her abilities. But when she meets gorgeous, mysterious Russian ballroom dancer, Sasha, at a firm holiday party, her passions for life and dance are immediately re-kindled.
Since being torn from his Siberian family as a child, Sasha’s life ambition has been to be world ballroom champion, a path he was destined for until his former partner pulled the plug on their partnership. She went on to win the world title, leaving him, without a partner equal in ability, forever in second place. The instant he lays eyes on Rory, he recognizes the depth of her passion and talent, and falls hard for her in more ways than one.
But she also reminds him of great pain from his past. He must not only overcome his own demons but convince her to leave her demanding law career, and all that she has worked for in her adult life, to train with him full-time in order for their partnership – both on and off the dance floor – to work.
This is part one in a continuing three-book series.
Rory’s once promising ballet career was destroyed by family tragedy and illness. She turned her life around and became a lawyer. Now at the start of her legal career, she lacks passion in her work...
Rory’s once promising ballet career was destroyed by family tragedy and illness. She turned her life around and became a lawyer. Now at the start of her legal career, she lacks passion in her work and self-confidence in her abilities. But when she meets gorgeous, mysterious Russian ballroom dancer, Sasha, at a firm holiday party, her passions for life and dance are immediately re-kindled.
Since being torn from his Siberian family as a child, Sasha’s life ambition has been to be world ballroom champion, a path he was destined for until his former partner pulled the plug on their partnership. She went on to win the world title, leaving him, without a partner equal in ability, forever in second place. The instant he lays eyes on Rory, he recognizes the depth of her passion and talent, and falls hard for her in more ways than one.
But she also reminds him of great pain from his past. He must not only overcome his own demons but convince her to leave her demanding law career, and all that she has worked for in her adult life, to train with him full-time in order for their partnership – both on and off the dance floor – to work.
This is part one in a continuing three-book series.
A Note From the Publisher
Fever: A Ballroom Romance is a three-book, continuing series. Books one and two end with a cliffhanger. The series will also be released as a box set. The Fever series is part of a larger series of romances, Infectious Rhythm, set in a Hollywood dance studio.
Tonya Plank is the award-winning author of Swallow, a work of women's fiction. Fever is her first romance. A former ballroom dancer, she wrote a dance blog, Swan Lake Samba Girl, which was lauded by James Wolcott in his Vanity Fair blog, and Terry Teachout of the Wall Street Journal.
Fever: A Ballroom Romance is a three-book, continuing series. Books one and two end with a cliffhanger. The series will also be released as a box set. The Fever series is part of a larger series of...
Fever: A Ballroom Romance is a three-book, continuing series. Books one and two end with a cliffhanger. The series will also be released as a box set. The Fever series is part of a larger series of romances, Infectious Rhythm, set in a Hollywood dance studio.
Tonya Plank is the award-winning author of Swallow, a work of women's fiction. Fever is her first romance. A former ballroom dancer, she wrote a dance blog, Swan Lake Samba Girl, which was lauded by James Wolcott in his Vanity Fair blog, and Terry Teachout of the Wall Street Journal.
Advance Praise
"Passions flare in this riveting behind-the-scenes look at
competitive dance. From barre to ballroom, studio to bedroom, jealousy,
sabotage, and romance, set the pages on fire." - Robena Grant, author of Corsica Gate and Ring Me Later
"Passions flare in this riveting behind-the-scenes look at competitive dance. From barre to ballroom, studio to bedroom, jealousy, sabotage, and romance, set the pages on fire." - Robena Grant...
"Passions flare in this riveting behind-the-scenes look at
competitive dance. From barre to ballroom, studio to bedroom, jealousy,
sabotage, and romance, set the pages on fire." - Robena Grant, author of Corsica Gate and Ring Me Later
With the popularity of Dancing with the stars, etc. this is a perfect read for that audience. Only difficulty is the slow build to the actual love match and the main characters insecurity.
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Nikki R, Reviewer
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Allie C, Reviewer
As someone who loves dance, I was interested in this novel despite it seeming a little dramatic for my tastes. I was blown away by how passionate the novel was without going over the top. It accurately portrays the fervor that goes into one’s craft, not to mention how the fiery personalities of the artists themselves. I loved the characters and the development of their stories. The author does a great job at creating sexual tension without being ridiculous. While I enjoyed the novel, however, I feel that I can patiently wait to read the next in the series.
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Emma O, Reviewer
This book has two of my favorite things. Romance and dancing. Great novel definitely go check it out if you love those things too.
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Caroline Q, Librarian
Rory had given up ballet and decided to pursue a career in law. Only, she is unhappy and unable to find confidence in her own abilities. After seeing a ballroom dance performance, Rory decides the perfect outlet for her is to again try her hand at dance. Further, she forms a fascination with professional ballroom dancer Sasha who just so happens to be the man she saw at the performance. He recognizes in her the same passion for dance he has in him. Together they might just form the perfect couple both on and off the dance floor.
Verdict: Bleh. I didn’t finish this read. I liked the story line, and the writing itself was ok. But overall, I don’t like the feel the book gave at the apparent acceptance of cheating. Almost every major character in the book was in some sort of longstanding relationship, and then managed to find someone else who they thought was a better fit for their needs. Additionally some of the many nitpicks I have - at the beginning of the story it seemed that the author spent a little too much time emphasizing how much Rory focused on how the dancer’s (Sasha’s in particular) hips and feet moved instead of describing how the dancers looked. I understand that it was meant to represent Rory’s re-introduction to the passion of dance, but it just felt off to me. Also, I didn’t enjoy how Rory decided to join the dance studio where Sasha danced and then proceeded to just about stalk his every movement there until he noticed her. I just didn’t find this to be my cup of tea.
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Cassandra G, Reviewer
This is a book for you, if you’re in the mood for some sexy Latin dancing in the ballroom. It has steaminess and some very sexy character that you will like. You definitely like Roxy, despite everything she’s been through and the Latin dancer that gets in her way isn’t half bad either. The characters were thoroughly enjoyable and you definitely want to see how the story ends. It flowed quite nicely and had a few intriguing moments, so if you’re in the mood pick up a copy and enjoy. Even though the action takes place in the ballroom it definitely keeps your attention and turning the page till the end.
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Angel H, Reviewer
Rory was an attorney who felt that most attorneys were boring. Her boyfriend is James, whose also a lawyer in LA. She had studied ballet for 14 years. At a party, she saw a dance being done and longed to dance again.
This was a little slow-moving, but I did finish it. I didn't like where it left off. I didn't realize it was part of a serial when I got it. Maybe if I get a chance to get the other two books, I will feel better about the whole story.
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W M, Reviewer
With the popularity of Dancing with the stars, etc. this is a perfect read for that audience. Only difficulty is the slow build to the actual love match and the main characters insecurity.
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Nikki R, Reviewer
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Allie C, Reviewer
As someone who loves dance, I was interested in this novel despite it seeming a little dramatic for my tastes. I was blown away by how passionate the novel was without going over the top. It accurately portrays the fervor that goes into one’s craft, not to mention how the fiery personalities of the artists themselves. I loved the characters and the development of their stories. The author does a great job at creating sexual tension without being ridiculous. While I enjoyed the novel, however, I feel that I can patiently wait to read the next in the series.
Was this review helpful?
Emma O, Reviewer
This book has two of my favorite things. Romance and dancing. Great novel definitely go check it out if you love those things too.
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Caroline Q, Librarian
Rory had given up ballet and decided to pursue a career in law. Only, she is unhappy and unable to find confidence in her own abilities. After seeing a ballroom dance performance, Rory decides the perfect outlet for her is to again try her hand at dance. Further, she forms a fascination with professional ballroom dancer Sasha who just so happens to be the man she saw at the performance. He recognizes in her the same passion for dance he has in him. Together they might just form the perfect couple both on and off the dance floor.
Verdict: Bleh. I didn’t finish this read. I liked the story line, and the writing itself was ok. But overall, I don’t like the feel the book gave at the apparent acceptance of cheating. Almost every major character in the book was in some sort of longstanding relationship, and then managed to find someone else who they thought was a better fit for their needs. Additionally some of the many nitpicks I have - at the beginning of the story it seemed that the author spent a little too much time emphasizing how much Rory focused on how the dancer’s (Sasha’s in particular) hips and feet moved instead of describing how the dancers looked. I understand that it was meant to represent Rory’s re-introduction to the passion of dance, but it just felt off to me. Also, I didn’t enjoy how Rory decided to join the dance studio where Sasha danced and then proceeded to just about stalk his every movement there until he noticed her. I just didn’t find this to be my cup of tea.
Was this review helpful?
Cassandra G, Reviewer
This is a book for you, if you’re in the mood for some sexy Latin dancing in the ballroom. It has steaminess and some very sexy character that you will like. You definitely like Roxy, despite everything she’s been through and the Latin dancer that gets in her way isn’t half bad either. The characters were thoroughly enjoyable and you definitely want to see how the story ends. It flowed quite nicely and had a few intriguing moments, so if you’re in the mood pick up a copy and enjoy. Even though the action takes place in the ballroom it definitely keeps your attention and turning the page till the end.
Was this review helpful?
Angel H, Reviewer
Rory was an attorney who felt that most attorneys were boring. Her boyfriend is James, whose also a lawyer in LA. She had studied ballet for 14 years. At a party, she saw a dance being done and longed to dance again.
This was a little slow-moving, but I did finish it. I didn't like where it left off. I didn't realize it was part of a serial when I got it. Maybe if I get a chance to get the other two books, I will feel better about the whole story.
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