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Heart Fire: A Sci-Fi Alien Romance (Under Violet Suns Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Rose Laura Mackie (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 277 ratings

Would you risk your life on a new planet for the chance to meet your perfect mate?

The planet Falosia has no males. The planet Verit few females. In a last desperate attempt to save both worlds, a new joint colony must be forged. It has one purpose; to help their people find mates.

Denara (a Healer of Falosia) barely survived her disastrous first attempt at marriage. For years, she threw herself into her scientific research, but when an exciting opportunity arises to take up a position on the colony, she decides to take a risk for the chance to live, and love again.

Lucius has spent his life under the heel of the ruthless Matriarchs of Verit. Tasked with leading the males of the unsteady new colony, he reluctantly accepts the assignment. The last thing he wants is to tie himself to a scheming female through mating. But nothing could have prepared him for meeting Denara.

As sparks fly, they must learn to overcome their pasts to find love. Stuck amid the fierce political machinations of both Falosia and Verit, can they find a way to bridge the gap between their worlds?

If you like Ruby Dixon, Honey Philips, Ava Ross or Ilona Andrews, you won't be able to put down this sci-fi romance. A mix of slow-burn, steamy romance and deep world-building, start the sweetly addictive Under Violet Suns series today.

Heart Fire is a full-length, friends-to-lovers romance. Under Violet Suns has a progressive story, but each book is a complete HEA with no cliff-hanger.
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  2. “This planet welcomes us. It is strong, and happy to have new life on it. We have formed a connection, which will grow in time to enable us to make this place abundant.”
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Heart Fire, the Debut novel from Rose Mackie, a Sci-fi alien romance. Mockup of ebook and paperback.

Glorious world building

Steamy Romance

All the consent

Sassy, strong heroine

Want more, Dark Fire Book 2 Under Violet Suns available on pre-order

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***** "A great plot and the background and lore have the kind of detail and depth that make a great read"

***** "I couldn't put this book down. The world-building from the very first page is top notch."

**** "This Sci-fi romance was excellent!"

***** "Fantastic Sci-fi adventure romance"

***** "I read this from start to finish in one sitting! Loved it!"


About the Author

Rose Mackie is an Australian writer of sci-fi romance and fantasy romance.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09PLKV4M4
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Rose Mackie
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 11, 2022
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 11.7 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 412 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 5 ‏ : ‎ Under Violet Suns
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 out of 5 stars 277 ratings

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Rose Mackie is West Australian paranormal, sci-fi and fantasy romance author. She writes sweet, steamy romances filled with incredible character development and glorious world-building. Rose loves writing about hot alphas and the strong, sassy females that they adore.

Rose lives with her grumpy cat Carbon and a long suffering partner, and loves all forms of art and storytelling. Plus, it's a good way to procrastinate housework!

To stay in touch, head to www.rosemackie.com where you can find out about new releases and join the mailing list, or look up Rose Mackie Author on most socials.

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Customers find the book highly readable, with one noting it's the best read in book number order. The story quality receives positive feedback, with customers describing it as compelling and full of intrigue.

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Customers find the book very entertaining, with one customer noting it's the best read in book number order.

"...novel is a stand alone romance for each couple, but is best read in book number order...." Read more

"Ooh wee was this an exciting book! I found it to full of intrigue, excitement and a lot of heat...." Read more

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"...The answer to that is a resounding yes! This book sucked me right in, built 3 new worlds in my imagination and developed the sweetest first romance..." Read more

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Customers find the story compelling and full of intrigue, with one customer noting its never-ending action.

"...Rose's imagination knows no bounds. She gives the book never ending action, drama and humor. The characters are engaging and fantastic...." Read more

"...The story has lots of twists and turns a,nd plot drama to keep you interested to keep you interested what will happen next...." Read more

"Ooh wee was this an exciting book! I found it to full of intrigue, excitement and a lot of heat...." Read more

"The story is sublime. It is alien & yet totally human. The characters are well rounded, intelligent, emotionally scarred & completely likeable...." Read more

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  • Ourania
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love It!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2023
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    This is one of the best sci-fi novels I've ever read. Rose's imagination knows no bounds. She gives the book never ending action, drama and humor. The characters are engaging and fantastic. She describes so much detail that I feel like I was on that Planet. Any one that enjoys otherworldly tales will love Heart Fire. I'm looking forward to the next adventure.
    Read On, Ourania 😇
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great story!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2024
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    I totally enjoyed this sci-fi indeath story. It's part of an ongoing series, but each novel is a stand alone romance for each couple, but is best read in book number order. The story is compelling and each love relationship is deep and satisfying. The story has lots of twists and turns a,nd plot drama to keep you interested to keep you interested what will happen next. Sci-fi and romance together you can't beat. Very entertaining read, enjoy.
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  • Kindle Customer CarmenB
    5.0 out of 5 stars Healer, Healer, Heart Stealer
    Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2023
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    Ooh wee was this an exciting book! I found it to full of intrigue, excitement and a lot of heat. I found the two species to be quite interesting, both run by females and males beaten down and uses with an iron fist. I am SO looking forward to the next book.
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  • Avid Reader
    3.0 out of 5 stars a plethora of aliens to love
    Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2022
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    This book was well written and the story of two alien races, both altered to survive their situation was lovely. The lower rating was for the head hopping, on a single page we could jump to several different points of view and a few world building questions I had that didn’t quite fit. In the end, I could forgive most of that for the fun read.
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  • E. Scarborough
    5.0 out of 5 stars fantastic!!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2022
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    My first question in reading any new author is, can they edit their book? The answer to that is a resounding yes! This book sucked me right in, built 3 new worlds in my imagination and developed the sweetest first romance one could have on an alien planet! I can’t wait to learn more about this new colony, how they will combine the two cultures to make something new, the mystery surrounding the saboteur, and the mates that will come together. 😊
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  • JoQue_¤vidReader
    4.0 out of 5 stars Who's Sabotaging Colony 29?
    Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2022
    Description- Earth has long since developed Interstellar exploration capabilities, and has been colonizing newly found planets for a while. So long in fact, that their original colonies have formed colonies. Their cultures are wildly different and hard to keep up with. But The Alliance manages to do so, regulating all colonies from their base on the original Earth planet. The main colonies we have been introduced to are Verit and Falosia. Both are matriarch lead societies. The first having an 80% male population and the latter an 80% female population. (I think you can see where this is going and what trope is being used) A new colony called 29 is a joint venture between the two colonies to reverse population inequality and ensure the survival of their people. Verit's female rulers are called Mamans and they rule with an iron fist and cruelty- which has caused entirely too much untold resentment from the mostly male population they rule. Falosian females are seen as soft due to being empaths but they can mete out punishment when warranted. The two cultures are tested to the max as they attempt to build a colony together, while also clinging tightly to their individual identities. Sabotaging and political wrangling abound, from inside and outside the colony. It's a guessing game of who to trust and everything seems to be going wrong.
    There's a small romance blooming between Verit's first warrior and Falosia's healer. It's a slow burn, with mostly clean scenes. The constant sabotaging along with so many people wanting to see the colony fail, seemed to put a negative veil over the colony that was impossible to get out from under. I personally prefer a more adventurous and positive fantasy in my escape time but see the appeal for fans of 'who dunnit' suspense and thrill seekers. This is a great first novel from the author and I hope to see this world grow more positive, entertaining and romantic as the series develops. I rated this book 3.5 stars due to great cover art, worldbuilding, suspense, decent editing and a complete HEA. I will absolutely give this author and the series another try. I believe honesty and transparency is key in reviews, otherwise what's the point of them. I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving an honest review. Happy reading!
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  • Meduzza
    5.0 out of 5 stars So well written & thought out
    Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2022
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    The story is sublime. It is alien & yet totally human. The characters are well rounded, intelligent, emotionally scarred & completely likeable. To say I loved this book is a definite understatement. Can't wait to read the next book.
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  • C. Dinsmore
    5.0 out of 5 stars excellent story!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2023
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    This story has a real “old school sci/fi fantasy” feel to it. Very enjoyable and engaging . I’m looking forward to the next in the series.
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  • SueM
    5.0 out of 5 stars Heart Fire
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 23, 2022
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    What a great new series I've found. So well written, great storyline and so different from the usual Aliens v Humans, instead we have male warriors and female empaths from differing planets, joining up to start a new colony on a new planet. Can't wait to get started on book 2.
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  • Virginia Burns
    5.0 out of 5 stars I felt like I was there!
    Reviewed in Australia on May 1, 2022
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    Keep writing! Seriously!! This brave new world you are creating is brilliant! I still have a little way to go but will be very sorry to read the final words of this first (hopefully) book in this series. When the pods came down, it was like the reader was right there along with them! So exciting! The characters are being well developed and really stir the emotions of the reader. Me anyway. Noone can speak for others, but I think anyone who likes alien romantic fiction will love this story!
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  • Sam
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 18, 2022
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    My first read from this author and I’m really impressed, the world building could have been better but the story was fantastic, great character elements, list of more unique variants to the normal new planet colony theme. Loved it, and will be back for more!
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  • Bonnie Lennon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Clever and engaging
    Reviewed in Australia on April 14, 2022
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    This is the best book from a new author I have read. It has a good plot, sound character development and was well written. Quality work in what can be a pretty ordinary genre. I look forward to the next book in the series.
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  • Elle sim
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 6, 2022
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    Stayed up all night reading. So well plotted and edited. Absolute joy to read.. and I can’t wait to see what happens next!
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