Fire and Ice
Buchanan-Renard
Chicago reporter Sarah Weston escapes to the Alaskan wilderness after exposing a dangerous scheme, and FBI agent Jack MacAlister follows to keep her alive. A romantic suspense novel in a frozen setting.
About This Book
Fire and Ice is a contemporary romance novel by Julie Garwood, first published in 2009 by Ballantine Books. It is part of the Buchanan-Renard series and runs 400 pages. Readers can expect forced proximity.
At a glance
- Genre
- Contemporary
- Trope
- Forced Proximity
- Length
- 400 pages
- Format
- Mass Market Paperback
Where to read or listen
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Why You May Love This Book
You may love this if…
- After exposing a dangerous scheme, a Chicago reporter flees to the Alaskan wilderness while an FBI agent tracks her down to ensure her survival.
- Fans of romantic suspense
- Readers who enjoy wilderness settings
- Suspenseful
- Features Forced Proximity
This may not be ideal if…
- Lack of character detail
The Romance
Tropes, dynamics, and the chemistry that drives this story.
Tropes
Relationship Dynamics
Details
Type: Unknown
Pairing: unknown
Power balance: Protector dynamic
How It Feels
The emotional landscape you'll move through while reading.
Moderate tension.
Heat Level
Based on available metadata and editorial review.
Who Is This Book For?
Best for
Reading mood
Recommended audience: Adult
Content Guidance
The Story
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
Sarah Weston, a journalist from Chicago, finds herself in danger after uncovering a clandestine scheme. Seeking safety in the remote Alaskan wilderness, she is pursued by FBI agent Jack MacAlister, who is tasked with keeping her alive. The narrative focuses on their interaction amidst the harsh, frozen environment.
Central Conflict
Sarah is in danger from those she exposed and must survive the Alaskan wilderness while under the protection of an FBI agent whose presence and protection methods create interpersonal friction.
Setting
Alaskan wilderness
Strengths
- High-stakes premise
Consider before reading
- Lack of character detail
Discussion Guide
Questions to deepen your reading experience or spark a book club conversation.
- 1
How does the central conflict shape the relationship between the main characters?
- 2
How does the setting influence the characters' decisions and their relationship?
- 3
How do the relationship dynamics evolve throughout the story?
- 4
Who would you most want to recommend this book to?
- 5
How did the pacing affect your reading experience?
- 6
Which aspect of the story did you find most compelling?
How This Profile Was Created
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- Editor reviewed:
- Yes
- Last reviewed:
- October 13, 2026
- Confidence:
- Limited data
- Profile version:
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About the Author
Julie Garwood
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Publication Details
- Publisher
- Ballantine Books
- Format
- Mass Market Paperback
- Length
- 400 pages
- Language
- English
- ISBN-13
- 9780345500762
- ISBN-10
- 0345500768
Fire and Ice: quick answers
- Who wrote Fire and Ice?
- Fire and Ice was written by Julie Garwood.
- When was Fire and Ice published?
- Fire and Ice was first published in 2009 by Ballantine Books.
- What genre is Fire and Ice?
- Fire and Ice is a contemporary romance novel, with forced proximity.
- How many pages is Fire and Ice?
- Fire and Ice is 400 pages long (Mass Market Paperback).
- Is Fire and Ice part of a series?
- Yes — it is part of the Buchanan-Renard series.
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