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loishojmark's review
4.0
I like Tru and Jones. The main theme was miscommunicationc and the following plot conflicts could have been avoided if only the bloody people would actually use their words! It could seem a bit trivial and maybe a bit boring since there's no explosions or any big bang ruckus, but it is also very realistic. Miscommunication might be the reason behind 94% of real life people's problems. Sometimes it is kind of nice to have a bit of realism (especially the very realistic billionaire and the Christmas ghosts).
wendylynnm's review
4.0
4.5 stars
I love seeing Tru and Jones working on continuing to building their relationship. Working together but not always getting it right is what these two go through most of the book but I still love them together. I feel how much they want each other and I love that in books. Of course there are misunderstandings between the guys, come on, Tru is new to having a solid relationship so he will stumble when it comes to being open and Jones is a young, wide eyed devoted romantic, who expects things to be perfect.
I loved this book as much as book one and am looking forward to book three!
I love seeing Tru and Jones working on continuing to building their relationship. Working together but not always getting it right is what these two go through most of the book but I still love them together. I feel how much they want each other and I love that in books. Of course there are misunderstandings between the guys, come on, Tru is new to having a solid relationship so he will stumble when it comes to being open and Jones is a young, wide eyed devoted romantic, who expects things to be perfect.
I loved this book as much as book one and am looking forward to book three!
the_novel_approach's review
4.0
Tru Burn is the second book in the Ember Peak series, and contains major spoilers for book one, Tru Smoke. It’s not recommended to read out of order.
After their engagement, Tru and Jones take a road trip to Ohio to see Jones’s mother and her new family for Thanksgiving. Things don’t go quite as smoothly as they’d like, though. Some interesting accommodations along the way, with the guys and Tru’s dog and some meddling from Jones’s new stepsister, give both men pause about their wedding plans.
As they leave for home, Tru thinks they need to make a stop in Chicago, but by this time, Jones is truly sick as a dog. Unfortunately, Tru has forgotten to mention that his friend Steph is staying at his place while his house is being redone. Jones has never been a big fan of Steph’s and when he’s sick, he really isn’t that interested in making nice. But apparently Steph’s made plans, and Tru and Jones get a little caught up in them. While he’s still down for the count, Sandra shows up and agrees to drive with him back to Colorado—much to Tru’s dismay. Although Tru does have work to do in Chicago, and he’s not happy about the two of them driving, he relents and they begin the last leg of the road trip home.
Here’s where this story fell apart a little bit for me. A big secret (no one will be surprised what that is) comes between Jones and Tru. I admit that I had a huge problem with Sandra’s character at this point. Maybe because I’ve always been old—even when I was eleven—and I’ve always put my friends and family before myself (much to my own detriment). I just didn’t understand how she could ask Jones what she did of him. Suffice to say that Jones is a loyal and loving friend, and the decision he makes to support that friendship could have severe and lasting consequences for him.
When Tru finally gets back to the Christmas winter wonderland that Jones has created for him, he’s thrilled to be there. But once he figures out that Jones is hiding something from him, he becomes both worried and angry. This, of course, does not bode well for their first Christmas together. And when Tru decides he has to handle the crisis himself, they might not even be together at all for Christmas. Things seem to go from bad to worse, and even though it’s obvious that Tru and Jones are meant to be, this is definitely a big bump in the road to their happily ever after.
Man, I wanted to love this book but I can’t honestly say that I did. I liked it a lot, loved the parts with Jones and Tru together on their road trip, and at the house, and, of course, the ending. But I really became completely disgusted with and disenchanted with Sandra. I’m all for being supportive of friends, but I really didn’t like what she asked of Jones, knowing Tru as well as she did and what his reaction would be. She as much as anyone fought for them to be together. It was inconsistent to me that she would allow such a wedge to grow between them. So that part of the story, frankly, just ticked me off. That being said, I am really looking forward to the third book. Maybe she’ll get back in my good graces, maybe not. Regardless, I’ll still be there to see how Tru and Jones move forward.
Reviewed by Sadonna for The Novel Approach Reviews
After their engagement, Tru and Jones take a road trip to Ohio to see Jones’s mother and her new family for Thanksgiving. Things don’t go quite as smoothly as they’d like, though. Some interesting accommodations along the way, with the guys and Tru’s dog and some meddling from Jones’s new stepsister, give both men pause about their wedding plans.
As they leave for home, Tru thinks they need to make a stop in Chicago, but by this time, Jones is truly sick as a dog. Unfortunately, Tru has forgotten to mention that his friend Steph is staying at his place while his house is being redone. Jones has never been a big fan of Steph’s and when he’s sick, he really isn’t that interested in making nice. But apparently Steph’s made plans, and Tru and Jones get a little caught up in them. While he’s still down for the count, Sandra shows up and agrees to drive with him back to Colorado—much to Tru’s dismay. Although Tru does have work to do in Chicago, and he’s not happy about the two of them driving, he relents and they begin the last leg of the road trip home.
Here’s where this story fell apart a little bit for me. A big secret (no one will be surprised what that is) comes between Jones and Tru. I admit that I had a huge problem with Sandra’s character at this point. Maybe because I’ve always been old—even when I was eleven—and I’ve always put my friends and family before myself (much to my own detriment). I just didn’t understand how she could ask Jones what she did of him. Suffice to say that Jones is a loyal and loving friend, and the decision he makes to support that friendship could have severe and lasting consequences for him.
When Tru finally gets back to the Christmas winter wonderland that Jones has created for him, he’s thrilled to be there. But once he figures out that Jones is hiding something from him, he becomes both worried and angry. This, of course, does not bode well for their first Christmas together. And when Tru decides he has to handle the crisis himself, they might not even be together at all for Christmas. Things seem to go from bad to worse, and even though it’s obvious that Tru and Jones are meant to be, this is definitely a big bump in the road to their happily ever after.
Man, I wanted to love this book but I can’t honestly say that I did. I liked it a lot, loved the parts with Jones and Tru together on their road trip, and at the house, and, of course, the ending. But I really became completely disgusted with and disenchanted with Sandra. I’m all for being supportive of friends, but I really didn’t like what she asked of Jones, knowing Tru as well as she did and what his reaction would be. She as much as anyone fought for them to be together. It was inconsistent to me that she would allow such a wedge to grow between them. So that part of the story, frankly, just ticked me off. That being said, I am really looking forward to the third book. Maybe she’ll get back in my good graces, maybe not. Regardless, I’ll still be there to see how Tru and Jones move forward.
Reviewed by Sadonna for The Novel Approach Reviews
kk94's review
5.0
„Tru Burn” is a sequel to „Tru Smoke”, a MM romance by Edie Danford.
Jones Hudson was in love with Truitt Larkin since FOREVER. After their reunion and engagement they do everything to make each other happy. Unfortunately both of them have some problems with communication and trying to assume what the other one wants, instead of asking.
Navigating a new relationship is hard enough without secrets, but when Jones hides something so big… it’s a disaster waiting to happen.
I enjoyed this part of Jones and Tru’s story, even more than the first one. I missed those guys! They are still lovable. I can’t get enough of Jones’ sweetness. Although the best part of this book was Tru’s transformation - from a guy who was allergic to any kind of commitment, to very loving and caring fiancé. *swoon* Also, sex was sizzling HOT!!
The plot was realistic, their struggles felt real and weren’t over the top. Perfection!
It was such a pleasure to read this book - it’s brilliant! Recommended!
*I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book & this is an honest & unbiased review.*
Jones Hudson was in love with Truitt Larkin since FOREVER. After their reunion and engagement they do everything to make each other happy. Unfortunately both of them have some problems with communication and trying to assume what the other one wants, instead of asking.
Navigating a new relationship is hard enough without secrets, but when Jones hides something so big… it’s a disaster waiting to happen.
I enjoyed this part of Jones and Tru’s story, even more than the first one. I missed those guys! They are still lovable. I can’t get enough of Jones’ sweetness. Although the best part of this book was Tru’s transformation - from a guy who was allergic to any kind of commitment, to very loving and caring fiancé. *swoon* Also, sex was sizzling HOT!!
The plot was realistic, their struggles felt real and weren’t over the top. Perfection!
It was such a pleasure to read this book - it’s brilliant! Recommended!
*I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book & this is an honest & unbiased review.*
rachelreadsravenously's review
4.0
4 stars!!!
This was a great follow up to the first book, I loved seeing more of Jones and Tru and their life together. While the first book does end on a happy note, I am glad we got to see these two working out some of the kinks in their relationship. I can't wait to read the third one in February 2017!
This was a great follow up to the first book, I loved seeing more of Jones and Tru and their life together. While the first book does end on a happy note, I am glad we got to see these two working out some of the kinks in their relationship. I can't wait to read the third one in February 2017!
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