After the Fire is a dual timeline read of love and loss. Nick and Beth meet at university and quickly fall for each other, but a tragedy tears them apart just as they are starting their lives together. The story follows them over the years, showing their ups and downs in relationships, family, and careers while they never completely let each other go.

I would recommend this read to fans of romantic dramas and contemporary fiction, particularly those who enjoy stories about enduring love and personal growth. An engaging and thought-provoking read.

Nick and Beth meet at university and fall for each other pretty quickly, but just as they're about to embark on their future together a tragedy devastates them both learning them apart.
The story follows them over the years, through new relationships, family troubles and career highs and lows. Never quite letting each other back in, but always in each other's lives.
I loved this story so much, it had me hooked from the start.
Fans of Rixons debut novel The One That Got Away won't be disappointed with this offering. If you loved One Day, you won't go far wrong with this.

With thanks to Aria &Aries and Netgalley for this ARC.

This was a real tear-junker. The burning push and pull between Beth and Nick had me sat on the edge of my seat. Plus, it was so well written you could feel their tension in every word. Plus, I enjoyed their character’s development too.

After the Fire" is a compelling "will they or won't they" story that centers on Beth and Nick. Meeting at university, their budding friendship and romance are interrupted by a shared tragedy that profoundly impacts their relationship. After spending a year apart, they reenter each other's lives, providing support through difficult times and celebrating significant milestones together.

The storyline is thought-provoking, addressing themes of loss, coping with grief, domestic violence, and mental health conditions. These complex issues are handled with sensitivity, adding depth to the narrative.

Going in, I anticipated an emotional rollercoaster that would leave me in tears. While the book was certainly moving, I didn't feel the intense emotional connection I expected. However, the dual timeline of "before" and "after" was well-executed and flowed smoothly, adding an engaging dynamic to the story. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and developed a genuine affection for both Beth and Nick.

Thanks to NetGalley for the download.

Read and reviewed in exchange for a free copy from NetGalley. This was a fantastic read, well written and engaging. I was invested in the characters and Rixon wrote the dual narrative well.

Another enjoyable book from this author!
Romance and drama. Love and accident and a classic question: will they make it in the end?
I love the style the author brought the main characters to me as a reader. A book you get into easy.
Solid work.
One star less because at times I‘d have shorten the book. But it probably goes to another proofread anyway.

Thanks for providing a copy!!!!

I really enjoyed this dramatic and gripping love story between Nick and Beth. I loved the bombshell moment near the end which made me gasp aloud. It's written in sections "before" and "after" the fire. I liked how the plot emphasises family values and how parents/grandparents play an important part in influencing Nick and Beth's behaviour. Entertaining and compelling this is one not to be missed.

This is the story of girl meets boy.. And then everything goes wrong. And I've never wanted everything to go right in such a long time! Heartbreaking and full of longing and chemistry - it's a captivating story and a pitch-perfect romance. I adore Beth and Nick.

Beth ambitious, beautiful and talented, missed freshers week thanks to glandular fever! She shares a bathroom with Nick her new flat mate - the loveliest guy ever! The Magnetism between them is unveiled.
A fire starts in their halls, theres a face at the window! Torn apart - they never got the chance to explore what might have been!
The story spans over 15 years, where they learn to live with the trauma.
Found myself totally routing for Beth and Nick the whole way through the book. An easy 5 stars from me!

Perfect for those who enjoy:
- Unfinished romantic endings revisited
- Fans of ‘One Day’ by David Nichols
- Dual timelines
- A story about star crossed lovers
- Girl meets boy and then everything went wrong

With thanks to Aria & Aries and Netgalley for an ARC copy in return for an honest review.