The Young Adult sensation Becca Fitzpatrick, author of the best-selling Hush Hush saga, is back with a new novel! Black Ice, a riveting stand –alone romantic thriller set against the treacherous backdrop of the mountains of Wyoming.
Britt Pfeiffer has never been that adventurous, but that’s about to change. Wanting to impress her ex-boyfriend, Britt convinces best friend, Korbie, to take a trekking trip with her. But when a freak storm leaves the girls stranded they seek shelter in a cabin, where they find two knights in shining armour. Or so they think.
Britt quickly realises that the girls need to get off the mountain, fast. In exchange for her life, she is forced to guide the boys down, and as they set out on a harrowing journey through the cold and snow, Britt realises the only way to escape with her life is to pretend she is on their side. But is gorgeous, sexy Mason an enemy or an ally? Tension mounts, and it’s only a matter of time before things turn deadly . . .
Dark and adrenaline-filled, Black Ice will have you on the edge of your seat right until the final twist!
Simon & Schuster is one of the leading publishers in the world, with a history of excellence and innovation, These books are really good!
Simon & Schuster is one of the leading publishers in the world, with a history of excellence and innovation. The company publishes books in various genres, such as fiction, nonfiction, children's, business, self-help, and more. Simon & Schuster also offers digital products and services, such as audiobooks, e-books, podcasts, and online courses. I have been a loyal customer of Simon & Schuster for many years, and I have always been satisfied with the quality and variety of their products. Their books are well-written, well-edited, and well-designed, and they cater to a wide range of interests and tastes. Their customer service is also friendly and helpful, and they offer fast and reliable delivery. I would highly recommend Simon & Schuster to anyone who loves reading and learning
Black Ice is a book you can read over again. It has romance but essentially it is a thriller with twists and turns. Expect the unexpected and one things for sure you won't want to put the book down. Becca Fitzpatrick is an excellent writer and she takes you into her story.
Once you start reading Black Ice you won't be able to put this book down. Becca Fitzpatrick is a great author and she makes all the characters come to life. Expect the unexpected and enjoy reading this book. I would certainly recommend this book as I really enjoyed reading it.
I loved this book. Great twist at the end. I'm sure to re read in order to find details I missed first time around. Highly recommend this one as it suits all age groups. Be careful Fitzpatrick is an excellent writer who makes the reader care about the characters and get immersed into the love story.
I loved reading this book. Such a great book. Romantic thriller's are really suspenseful !! I have read some Becca Kitzpatrick books before and this is another one that I didn't want to put down, once I started reading :) I love Young Adult books ... even though I'm 48 years of age. I find that they are more interesting & capture you imagination better :) I have already recommended soe of her books to my daughters & their friends.
Ok, I have passed this book around to my mum & now my sister, mum & haven't stopped talking about it, her words "out of all the draw dropping, cold & cringing books I have read, this one would by far be the best. Why haven't I seen her books around"
So we jumped on Google & ordered "hush, hush" this lady is very talented & I thank mouth of mums for showing my whole family a new path to sexy thrillers..
Enjoyable and exciting, edge of your seat romantic thriller
In a diversion from the fantasy world we have grown to love from the Hush, Hush series, Black Ice shifts between romantic novel and thriller as the main character Britt experiences a full range of emotions from feelings of love to white knuckle terror. A hiking trip turned sour when a blizzard forces Britt and her friend Korbie to seek refuge in a cabin where they find a couple of very handsome young men who take them captive and force Britt at gun point to act as their guide and help them escape from the mountain. Her captures alternate between hero and villain as they fight together to survive the dangers of the mountain and Britt’s heart and mind are in constant conflict about which way she should run. An enjoyable and exciting read.
I had high expectations for this novel, seeing as I've read Becca Fitzpatrick's other books and LOVED THEM. I'm happy to say that i wasn't disappointed. Like i said in my initial review, i didn't really like the characters at the beginning, but that all changed as i got more engrossed in Britt's world. It was definitely a suspenseful book, full of lots of twists and turns. And even though the plot was fairly easy to predict, i still found myself being surprised. Definitely worth the read!
I have read other books by Bec ca Fitzpatrick and will definitely be looking out for this one. She is such a great Australian Author and not terribly well known amongst my friends. We have a wonderful reading group and are always sharing books with one another. This one will go down a treat once I get hold of it. Thanks for your review
Black Ice by Becca Fitzpatrick is a thrilling romantic suspense set in the mountains of Wyoming. Britt, who’s not typically adventurous, embarks on a hiking trip with her friend Korbie to impress her ex. A sudden storm leaves them stranded, and they seek refuge in a cabin with two seemingly helpful men. But things quickly take a dangerous turn.
Britt is forced to guide the men off the mountain, unsure if she can trust Mason, one of her captors. As tension builds, the journey becomes a deadly game of survival. Dark, suspenseful, and full of twists, Black Ice will keep you hooked!
Simon & Schuster is one of the leading publishers in the world, with a history of excellence and innovation, These books are really good!
Simon & Schuster is one of the leading publishers in the world, with a history of excellence and innovation. The company publishes books in various genres, such as fiction, nonfiction, children's, business, self-help, and more. Simon & Schuster also offers digital products and services, such as audiobooks, e-books, podcasts, and online courses. I have been a loyal customer of Simon & Schuster for many years, and I have always been satisfied with the quality and variety of their products. Their books are well-written, well-edited, and well-designed, and they cater to a wide range of interests and tastes. Their customer service is also friendly and helpful, and they offer fast and reliable delivery. I would highly recommend Simon & Schuster to anyone who loves reading and learning
Black Ice is a book you can read over again. It has romance but essentially it is a thriller with twists and turns. Expect the unexpected and one things for sure you won't want to put the book down. Becca Fitzpatrick is an excellent writer and she takes you into her story.
Once you start reading Black Ice you won't be able to put this book down. Becca Fitzpatrick is a great author and she makes all the characters come to life. Expect the unexpected and enjoy reading this book. I would certainly recommend this book as I really enjoyed reading it.
I loved this book. Great twist at the end. I'm sure to re read in order to find details I missed first time around. Highly recommend this one as it suits all age groups. Be careful Fitzpatrick is an excellent writer who makes the reader care about the characters and get immersed into the love story.
What can I say about Black Ice? I thought it was a good book to read however there are bits I liked and bits that I didn't!
I really enjoyed reading about the characters and trying to discover their underlying motives, however as the story moved along, I thought it become a tad unbelievable.
The half-way point of the book also let it down, and I felt this section to be a bit of a slog, especially after such a fast paced start. The ending however did gain momentum which gets this book points again.
This book was entertaining and kept me guessing however there were some elements I really liked and others I didn't.
The characters and their motives intrigued me and I couldn't wait to find out the truth however, even though at first the plot captivated me, I thought it became a little far fetched throughout the book.
Black Ice's tempo was fast and engaging at both the beginning and at the end however, I felt that during the middle of the book it dragged somewhat.
I loved reading this book. Such a great book. Romantic thriller's are really suspenseful !! I have read some Becca Kitzpatrick books before and this is another one that I didn't want to put down, once I started reading :) I love Young Adult books ... even though I'm 48 years of age. I find that they are more interesting & capture you imagination better :) I have already recommended soe of her books to my daughters & their friends.
When I started the book I didn’t know exactly what to expect. But from the first pages it was so engaging! I just couldn’t put it down. The suspense and tension went on through the all book. I loved it! I surely want to read more from this author! It's not a book just for young adults. :-)
When I started the book I didn't know exactly what to expect. But from the first pages it was so engaging! I just couldn't put it down. The suspense and tension went on through the all book. I loved it! I surely want to read more from this author!
I applied to review books for Mom’s and was overjoyed to be chosen to review the book ‘YOU’. ‘Black Ice’ was my second choice of book to review. I have read the reviews and it seems the book is a brilliant read. I have decided to get the book and read it.
150g gluten free flour Plus 1/2 cup extra for kneeding
2g xanthan gum
2 free range eggs
Directions
1
Preheat oven to 200C
2
In a heavy based saucepan combine the water, salt and butter.
3
Bring to a simmer and add the flour and Xanthan gum. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon. Lower temperature and continue to cook until pastry comes away from the sides and is well combined. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
4
Whisk the eggs to combine and add half the egg mixture slowly, incorporating fully before adding the final half. If the mixture is a dough texture when you add in the first half, you may not need to rest of the eggs mixture.
5
Turn out onto a surface on which you have placed a further ½ cup gluten free flour and knead until shiny. Try to incorporate as little flour as possible so the pastry does not go crumbly.
6
Chill pastry then using a rolling pin roll the pastry between two pieces of baking paper greased on both sides. Roll to half a centimetre thick and place in pie tins.
7
Properties: browns beautifully, has a nice crispness and holds in moisture. Has a nice potato undertone which is very pleasant. Has a great shelf life, up to 5 days in fridge without going mouldy.
8
Note: You could add 2 teaspoons of xylitol or coconut sugar and make a sweet pastry for fruit pies.
Wow, what an awesome read, after missing out on reviewing this book I went straight to the Library to get it as it sounded great, I certainly wasn't disappointed. What an awesome read, couldn't put it down and just loved the ending.
Ok, I have passed this book around to my mum & now my sister, mum & haven't stopped talking about it, her words "out of all the draw dropping, cold & cringing books I have read, this one would by far be the best. Why haven't I seen her books around"
So we jumped on Google & ordered "hush, hush" this lady is very talented & I thank mouth of mums for showing my whole family a new path to sexy thrillers..
Wow! A truely cactivating read. The story line has so many twists and turns but it keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. I could not put the book down. The characters are easy to follow and you grow an instant connection to Britt, Korbie and Mason. The story ends how you'd like but not after some more twists and turns. Definitely worth the read!
The book overall is good for young adults. It is not very complicated. The language was fine too. Black Ice is a sort of mystery with a killer on the loose, two young people running for their life through the mountain. Unfortunately, the story was not very convoluted. It was obvious what was about to happen in the middle of the book. So, the moment of surprise was missing. But overall it is enjoyable reading for teenagers.
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“My Floor Has Never Been So Clean”: The Mop That’s Winning Over Mums
Mopping isn’t exactly the chore most of us look forward to, but like most mums, for Katrina Macilroy, it’s unavoidable.
With three teenagers, a husband, a dog, two cats and timber flooring throughout most of her home, there’s plenty to keep her mop busy.
“I thought the toddler stage was hard, but teenagers take it to a whole other level,” Katrina told Mouths of Mums.
She describes herself as a ‘full-time Uber driver’ for her three kids, but when she’s home, she may as well be a full-time cleaner.
Her husband is a concreter, the family has plenty of sand coming inside and, with teenagers touching everything, the floors quickly show the evidence of a full family life.
“I have to mop like every second day because the floor gets marks,” she said.
So when Katrina was given the chance to try the Vileda Easy Wring & Clean TURBO Mop & Bucket Set, she was keen to see whether it could actually make one of her least favourite cleaning tasks any easier.
“I didn’t have high hopes for it to start with, because I’ve used spin mops before and I’d been disappointed,” she admitted.
But it didn’t take long for her to change her mind. One of the first things Katrina noticed was just how easy the mop was to use.
The foot pedal made wringing the mop quick and simple, without having to stop and fiddle with anything.
“It was so easy to spin it,” she says. “It wasn’t like you’re spinning it for hours or anything.”
She was also impressed by how quickly the mop itself could be put together, and the simple button that releases the mop head for washing.
“That simple press notion, everyone can do that. So I love that.”
It’s The Little Things That Add Up
For Katrina, who regularly finds herself cleaning up after a busy family, these little details made a surprisingly big difference. She also loved the triangular mop head, particularly when it came to getting into the corners and edges that her previous mop struggled with.
“The triangle design makes it easy to get into all the little corners,” she says.
But ultimately, the big question was whether it actually cleaned her floors. Katrina’s answer was an enthusiastic yes.
“My floor has never been so clean,” she says.
Katrina was also surprised by how light and manoeuvrable the mop felt, because at just 4’11”, she says mopping can sometimes be an uncomfortable job.
“I’m not a tall person, so trying to mop is always just a horrible experience.”
But she found the Vileda Easy Wring & Clean TURBO Mop & Bucket Set easy to move around and able to go in different directions without feeling heavy or awkward.
And it wasn’t just the mop itself that won Katrina over. She says the bucket design solved one of her biggest mopping frustrations: accidentally tipping the bucket over.
With timber floors, getting too much water onto the floor is something she tries hard to avoid. “The amount of mop buckets I’ve tipped over and just gone everywhere,” she says.
That can turn a simple cleaning job into another mess to deal with, particularly when you’re suddenly scrambling for towels and a dry mop head.
But Katrina says the Vileda bucket feels much more stable because of its design.
And for someone who mops as often as she does, she says that has saved her time. “This thing has saved me so much time, I can’t get over it.”
The Only Mop You’ll Need
Katrina also admits that she’d previously convinced herself she needed a steam mop. She even bought one, only to discover that plugging it in every time she wanted to clean wasn’t exactly appealing.
“You have to plug it in like a vacuum. Like, that’s not fun, I don’t want to do that.”
After trying the Vileda, she says she’s no longer convinced she needs one.
“Why do you need a steam mop when you can get this one?”
For Katrina, the combination of being lightweight, easy to wring, simple to manoeuvre and able to get into those awkward corners has made mopping feel much less frustrating. And despite going into the trial with low expectations, she’s now very happy to recommend it.
“I’m not trying to sell you a product, but I’m just saying that I’m very impressed with it. It’s really good.”
Her final verdict?
“It’s been really, really good. Recommend!”
This Real Story was provided as part of a paid sponsorship opportunity. Katrina was chosen to share her story because she was sent out and tried the Vileda Easy Wring & Clean TURBO Mop & Bucket Set, and genuinely loved it! And Vileda is so confident they’ve made the best spin mop ever, they’re backing the new & improved Easy Wring & Clean TURBO with a 5 Year Guarantee.
This mop so good and the views all are positive so I just purchased one on milkrun through Woolworths and it come with 2 mop head refills. Can’t wait to use it.
Yes, I couldn’t agree more. The Vileda spin mop is by far my favourite mop for a good thorough clean at home. I even got the landlords to purchase one for the holiday house I clean to make cleaning a breeze and get the job done properly. I always grab a spare when they’re out for half price.
Ah, I received a ‘you’re a finalist’ email from MoM for this fantastic mop but didn’t receive anything beyond that. I was looking forward to giving this a try to compare the three existing options I have but alas. Looks good, fingers crossed I can try it in the near future!
Omg! Yes! With 4 dogs and 4 teens AND the guests they bring home with them LOL our timber floors and tiles don’t stand a chance! I would love to see them add some wheels to the bottom of the bucket so that you don’t have to carry the bucket around with you.
This sounds like an excellent mop that makes cleaning so easy! I love a product that not only is as effective as advertised but makes a job less grueling. I gotta say though, a steam mop that plugs in sounds like an awful idea. I have a tineco floor mop, which is cordless and charges at a base, and it’s incredible on my white tiles.
7:42 pm
Simon & Schuster is one of the leading publishers in the world, with a history of excellence and innovation, These books are really good!
8:56 pm
Great reading
11:01 pm
Recommended reading
11:59 pm
Black ice good read
8:36 pm
Terrific !!
1:52 pm
sounds awesome and looks great
12:58 pm
xxx
Amazing book, recommend to everyone...
:)
10:00 pm
Hopeless romantic.???
So we jumped on Google & ordered "hush, hush" this lady is very talented & I thank mouth of mums for showing my whole family a new path to sexy thrillers..
Pure genius.
A++++*
9:47 pm
Enjoyable and exciting, edge of your seat romantic thriller
3:29 pm
Final Review: Great book
6:43 pm
Black Ice
1:03 am
Twisty and suspenseful
Britt is forced to guide the men off the mountain, unsure if she can trust Mason, one of her captors. As tension builds, the journey becomes a deadly game of survival. Dark, suspenseful, and full of twists, Black Ice will keep you hooked!
7:42 pm
Simon & Schuster is one of the leading publishers in the world, with a history of excellence and innovation, These books are really good!
8:56 pm
Great reading
11:01 pm
Recommended reading
11:59 pm
Black ice good read
1:51 pm
Worth a read
I really enjoyed reading about the characters and trying to discover their underlying motives, however as the story moved along, I thought it become a tad unbelievable.
The half-way point of the book also let it down, and I felt this section to be a bit of a slog, especially after such a fast paced start. The ending however did gain momentum which gets this book points again.
Overall, this book is worth a read.
9:16 pm
Yes and no
The characters and their motives intrigued me and I couldn't wait to find out the truth however, even though at first the plot captivated me, I thought it became a little far fetched throughout the book.
Black Ice's tempo was fast and engaging at both the beginning and at the end however, I felt that during the middle of the book it dragged somewhat.
Overall, it was an acceptable book to read.
8:36 pm
Terrific !!
1:52 pm
sounds awesome and looks great
2:39 pm
Full of suspense!
12:23 pm
Full of suspense!
1:36 pm
Black Ice
4:54 pm
Kept me intrigued
Ingredients
1 cup water
2 tspn salt
90g unsalted butter chopped and kept cold
150g gluten free flour Plus 1/2 cup extra for kneeding
2g xanthan gum
2 free range eggs
Directions
1
Preheat oven to 200C
2
In a heavy based saucepan combine the water, salt and butter.
3
Bring to a simmer and add the flour and Xanthan gum. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon. Lower temperature and continue to cook until pastry comes away from the sides and is well combined. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
4
Whisk the eggs to combine and add half the egg mixture slowly, incorporating fully before adding the final half. If the mixture is a dough texture when you add in the first half, you may not need to rest of the eggs mixture.
5
Turn out onto a surface on which you have placed a further ½ cup gluten free flour and knead until shiny. Try to incorporate as little flour as possible so the pastry does not go crumbly.
6
Chill pastry then using a rolling pin roll the pastry between two pieces of baking paper greased on both sides. Roll to half a centimetre thick and place in pie tins.
7
Properties: browns beautifully, has a nice crispness and holds in moisture. Has a nice potato undertone which is very pleasant. Has a great shelf life, up to 5 days in fridge without going mouldy.
8
Note: You could add 2 teaspoons of xylitol or coconut sugar and make a sweet pastry for fruit pies.
4:15 pm
BLACK ICE
12:58 pm
xxx
Amazing book, recommend to everyone...
:)
12:11 am
Awesome Thriller
10:00 pm
Hopeless romantic.???
So we jumped on Google & ordered "hush, hush" this lady is very talented & I thank mouth of mums for showing my whole family a new path to sexy thrillers..
Pure genius.
A++++*
12:40 am
A captivating read
1:07 pm
It's a good read for yound adults
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