Eden Burning

Paradise calls to Chase Wilcox. A man of science fascinated by the rebirth of life in the wake of cataclysmic natural upheaval, he is drawn to the lush beauty of the island of Hawaii and the secrets it holds—while escaping the destruction of his own personal world. Here where warm breezes caress the skin and vibrant colors assault the senses—and where dangerous fires rage unseen beneath the earth's surface—Chase plans to immerse himself in his work...and somehow heal and forget. The last thing he needs or wants is love.But the island is home to many unexpected wonders, which is why Nicole Ballard could never leave it. A research assistant, an artist, and a dancer—a tall, stunning redhead who goes by the stage name of Pele, the goddess of fire—she, too, hides a secret pain, releasing her pent-up sensuality to the accompaniment of native drums before a mesmerized audience. Nicole has never met a man quite like Chase, strong, intense, and brilliant. And he, in turn, is fascinated by this remarkable woman who seems to be a breathtaking force of nature in her own right. Fate has cast them together, causing a chain reaction that neither imagined in their most secret dreams.Joined on an important scientific project that carries them into the verdant heart of a tropical wonder land, Nicole and Chase will be forced to confront their own lingering inner darkness, while resisting a newly inflamed need to touch, to give...to care. But in the shadows of Kilauea, all restraints will be broken, as emotions flow as hot and free as rivers of molten lava. And desire will erupt, as unpredictable and dangerous as the living volcano, transforming the very landscape of their lives—a torrent that no power on earth can contain, a passion that bums like fire. From a New York Times bestseller, a “perfect vacation” romance between a volcanologist and his assistant on Hawaii's Big Island is “highly recommended”(Library Journal).Paradise calls to Chase Wilcox. A man of science, he is drawn to the lush beauty of the island of Hawaii—while escaping the destruction of his own personal world. Here where warm breezes caress the skin—and where dangerous fires rage unseen beneath the earth's surface—Chase plans to immerse himself in his work... and somehow heal and forget. The last thing he needs or wants is love.But the island is home to many unexpected wonders, which is why Nicole Ballard could never leave it. A research assistant, an artist, and a dancer who goes by the stage name of Pele, she, too, hides a secret pain, releasing her pent-up sensuality to the accompaniment of native drums before a mesmerized audience. Nicole has never met a man quite like Chase, strong, intense, and brilliant. And he, in turn, is fascinated by this remarkable woman who seems to be a breathtaking force of nature in her own right. Joined on an important scientific project that carries them into the verdant heart of a tropical wonder land, Nicole and Chase will be forced to confront their own inner darkness, while resisting a powerful attraction between them. But in the shadows of Kilauea, all restraints will be broken, as emotions flow as hot and free as molten lava. And desire will erupt, as unpredictable as the living volcano, transforming the very landscape of their lives.“I'll buy any book with Elizabeth Lowell's name on it.” —New York Times–bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz Paradise calls to Chase Wilcox. A man of science fascinated by the rebirth of life in the wake of cataclysmic natural upheaval, he is drawn to the lush beauty of the island of Hawaii and the secrets it holds -- while escaping the destruction of his own personal world. Here Chase plans to immerse himself in his work ... and somehow heal and forget. The last thing he needs or wants is love. But the island is home to many unexpected wonders, which is why Nicole Ballard could never leave it. A research assistant, an artist, and a dancer -- a tall, stunning redhead who goes by the stage name of Pele, the goddess of fire -- she, too, hides a secret pain. Nicole has never met a man quite like Chase, strong, intense, and brilliant. And he, in turn, is fascinated by this remarkable woman who seems to be a breathtaking force of nature in her own right. Fate has cast them together, causing a chain reaction that neither imagined in their most secret dreams Paradise Calls To Chase Wilcox. A Man Of Science, Escaping The Destruction Of His Own Personal World, He Is Drawn To The Lush Beauty Of The Island Of Hawaii And The Secrets It Holds. Here He Intends To Immerse Himself In His Work . . . And Somehow Heal And Forget. A Research Assistant, An Artist, And A Dancer, Nicole Ballard Also Hides A Secret Pain. Together On An Important Scientific Project In The Moist, Verdant Heart Of A Tropical Wonderland, Both She And Chase Will Be Forced To Confront Their Own Lingering Inner Darkness. But In The Shadows Of Mount Kilauea, A Passion That Burns Like Fire Will Erupt, As Unpredictable And Dangerous As The Living Volcano, Transforming The Very Landscape Of Their Lives. A Classic Story Of Desire, Hope, And Dangerous Destiny From The Incomparable New York Times And Usa Today Bestselling Author Elizabeth Lowell Completely reworked and rewritten, this newly-published version of "Fires of Eden," set against the lush backdrop of Hawaii, follows Chase and Nicole, two tormented souls who find each other and embark on a passionate journey fraught with danger E-book extra: "Write As Much As I Can Before the World Catches Up with Me Again: