Ghosts of Fire — Maureen Smith

Rachel Calloway is devastated when her father's popular restaurant is torched by an arsonist. Just when she thinks the nightmare can't get any worse, her father is charged with the crime. Rachel will do anything to prove his innocence, but her loyalty is tested to the limits when she crosses paths with Nicholas Hunter, the ruthless prosecutor bent on sending her father to prison…

Nick Hunter is thirsty for justice, a man made cynical by the horrors he experienced in childhood. He shows mercy to no one…until he encounters Rachel Calloway, the first woman ever to make him question his convictions. From the moment they meet, a forbidden attraction sizzles between them that neither can ignore.

As danger lurks in the shadows, Rachel soon finds herself in the biggest fight for her heart…and her life.

Ghosts of Fire is a 97,000 word romantic suspense novel that was originally published in 2002.

Praise for the Romantic Suspense Novels of Maureen Smith

“…a haunting, suspenseful story that documents Maureen Smith as a writer of considerable promise and ability” -- Midwest Book Review on Ghosts of Fire

“Few authors pen work that is so thoroughly engrossing the characters leave a lasting impression” -- Romantic Times on With Every Breath

“…keeps you guessing and hoping that these two will get together and find the perpetrators responsible…one of the best romantic suspense stories I've read in a long time” -- The Romance Readers Connection on A Heartbeat Away

“With a deft touch and solid cast of characters, Smith gives equal credence to spicy romance and nail-biting suspense on her way to an explosive conclusion” -- Publishers Weekly on Whisper My Name

“Smith weaves a captivating tale of mayhem and murder…a romantic suspense thriller that will stay with you long after you turn the final page” -- San Antonio Express-News on Whisper My Name

“…a tense page-turner that will further enhance Smith's reputation in the romantic suspense genre -- a reputation that is well deserved” -- Romantic Times on Like No One Else