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    Burnished by Fire
    Burnished by Fire
    Burnished by Fire
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    Burnished by Fire

    By Andrew Grey

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    Sequel to Strengthened by Fire
    By Fire Series: Book Three

    Firefighters Lee Stanton and Dirk Krause need a vacation. Work seems to have other ideas: they spend the day before their holiday begins battling a fire that claims three lives. Thankfully, Lee and Dirk will have a whole week on the high seas to recover. 

    They’re having a wonderful time—until they spot Dirk’s miserable, closed-minded father on the ship. Between his father’s presence and his guilt over the lives he couldn’t save, Dirk feels sure his romantic cruise is going to tank. But then he saves another passenger’s life—and maybe he can salvage something else too.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherDreamspinner Press
    Release dateOct 24, 2012
    ISBN9781623800659
    Burnished by Fire
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    Andrew Grey

    Andrew Grey is the author of more than one hundred works of Contemporary Gay Romantic fiction. After twenty-seven years in corporate America, he has now settled down in Central Pennsylvania with his husband of more than twenty-five years, Dominic, and his laptop. An interesting ménage. Andrew grew up in western Michigan with a father who loved to tell stories and a mother who loved to read them. Since then he has lived throughout the country and traveled throughout the world. He is a recipient of the RWA Centennial Award, has a master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, and now writes full-time. Andrew’s hobbies include collecting antiques, gardening, and leaving his dirty dishes anywhere but in the sink (particularly when writing). He considers himself blessed with an accepting family, fantastic friends, and the world’s most supportive and loving partner. Andrew currently lives in beautiful, historic Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Email: andrewgrey@comcast.net Website: www.andrewgreybooks.com

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      I really like this author but I do wish his books were a bit longer....well actually a lot longer. This one could have benefited from a little more excitement in the plot...but it turned out to be a slow, sweet story that saw the two guys relaxing and just having fun while meeting new people Too bad that Dirk’s jerk of a father had to show up....but there were issues that needed to be worked out between father and son also. What are the chances of that ever really happening? Dirk though never...but he underestimated the power of love. A more than satisfactory ending to the story of Dirk and Lee. Write longer books Mr. Grey!

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    Burnished by Fire - Andrew Grey

    Chapter 1

    DIRK checked the clock in the station for what had to be the millionth time today. Just four hours to go and his shift would be over, without another one for nine whole days. It had been slow, with no calls, and combined with the cold outside, they were left with limited things to do. Dirk had been manufacturing chores for himself for the past two hours. All he had to do was get through the rest of the day and he was home free. Dirk moved back so he could inspect the chrome on the engine he’d been polishing. It looked fine. In fact, it had looked fine when Dirk started, but he’d needed something to do.

    Hey, just a few more hours, Lee practically sang from behind him, and Dirk grinned. They had both been acting like schoolkids for the past two days.

    The alarm sounded, and Dirk threw his rag aside, hurrying to where his gear stood ready. Within seconds, both he and Lee were suited up and on the truck as it pulled out of the station. Business fire downtown, one of the guys said as he spread the word. That meant one thing: an old building that would burn quickly, probably with apartments on the upper floors. If it wasn’t a false alarm, this could be a bad one. Dirk looked over to where Lee sat and saw the same realization on his lover’s face.

    The drive wasn’t long. Traffic through town was already being diverted. Dirk jumped off the truck, looking up as smoke poured out of second- and third-story windows. Dirk groaned as he put on his breathing equipment and communications gear, ready to receive instructions. When he was done, Dirk saw that Lee was doing the same. Not sure how involved the building is, the captain said through their earpieces. Seems like mostly smoke, but there are probably people trapped in the upper floors. Go up the side stairs and carefully check around. The building is wood frame and old, so for God’s sake, don’t take any chances. Dirk acknowledged the captain’s instructions as he started climbing the stairs. Lee pointed, motioning that he’d continue up, and Dirk nodded, entering the second floor.

    Dense smoke packed the air, and Dirk used his heat-sensitive glasses to see through the murkiness. They showed something glowing hot at the far end of the hall, and he began pushing open doors, making quick sweeps of rooms before continuing on. The apartments were small, and Dirk searched two quickly. In the third, the door didn’t want to open, so Dirk kicked it in. The rooms were filled with smoke, and Dirk went carefully, searching for any residents.

    Dirk, have you found anything? Lee asked through the radio.

    No, he answered before pushing open the bedroom door. You?

    No. I’m almost done here.

    Dirk saw no one in the room and left, then went to open the next door. Lee, get down here. Three young children, second apartment on the left, he called through the radio, knowing the team on the outside would already be arranging for medical support. A man, presumably the father, was trying to help them, but he was coughing and no use at all. Dirk told him to get out and pointed toward the door. We have them. Go! he yelled when the man hesitated. The kids couldn’t be any older than four or five. Dirk scooped up the youngest of the three and began carrying her out. He met Lee coming down the hall and transferred the girl to him before returning to the apartment. Make sure the father gets out too. The heat at the end of the hall was growing more intense, and just before he entered the apartment again, he saw open flames. They looked to be spreading fast.

    Dirk rushed back into the bedroom and lifted both remaining children. He had no idea if they were breathing, but he tucked each one under an arm and hurried out into the hall. The flames were already licking down the walls, and Dirk could feel the heat building inside his suit. Lee came over to him, and Dirk handed him one of the kids. Get the hell out of here. The place is going to go up, Dirk warned, staying behind Lee as they made their way toward the stairwell. As they were descending the stairs, they were met by other men who took the kids from them. Dirk could hear breaking glass. Turning around, he saw flames shoot out of the doorway they’d left seconds before.

    Dirk raced for the ground floor behind Lee with the roar of flames right behind them. As they moved, the sound dissipated slightly, and once they reached the outside, they continued moving away as glass blew out of windows, with flames following right behind. The crews were already spraying water, but it seemed to be having little effect. The building was made almost entirely of old, dry wood, and it was set to burn fast and hot. Crews were dousing the neighboring buildings to keep the fire from spreading, and Dirk followed Lee to where the rescue crews were working on the children. Now away from the fire, Dirk pulled off his helmet and breathing gear.

    How are you? Any breathing issues? one of the paramedics asked as he rushed over.

    No, John, I’m fine. The mask worked like a charm. How are the kids? Dirk took a deep breath of fresh air as he waited for the answer.

    All three were alive when you and Lee got them out. We’re transporting them to the hospital. It’s too soon to tell for sure, but they looked okay. You and Lee did great.

    There was still an apartment I didn’t get into. Is there anyone else missing? Dirk asked, turning to one of the police officers.

    We don’t know. No one seems to really know anyone else. We’re still trying to get in touch with everyone, he answered, and Dirk nodded his understanding before looking to Lee, who was doing the same thing. They’d both heard that story before. Eventually they would know if they’d missed anyone, and then they both would have to deal with it. Dirk simply hoped today was not one of those days. After thanking the officer and paramedic, Dirk walked to where the captain was directing operations.

    You two head for the truck. You did good work, he said, and they followed his

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