Playing with Fire
Playing with Fire
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2020
Book Brief
Beta436
Novel • Fiction
Texas • Contemporary
2020
18+ years
Super Short Summary
L.J. Shen's novel Playing with Fire tells the story of a reclusive woman with a traumatic past and a former athlete dealing with personal demons. Their paths cross in a small town, leading to mutual growth and understanding as they confront past wounds and seek redemption.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Playing with Fire by L.J. Shen offers a gripping romance with complex characters and an emotionally charged narrative. Readers appreciate the intense chemistry between the protagonists and the depth of character development. However, some critics note predictability in the plot and pacing issues. Overall, it's a compelling read for romance enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Playing with Fire?
Readers who enjoy intense romance novels with strong characters and emotional depth will appreciate L.J. Shen's Playing with Fire. Fans of Colleen Hoover's It Ends with Us and Penelope Douglas's Punk 57 will find this book equally engaging, as it blends steamy romance with personal growth and resilience.
57,080 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
436
Novel • Fiction
Texas • Contemporary
2020
18+ years
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