Firestorm, by Iris Johansen. Published by Bantam Books, April 2004, 321 pgs.
Kerry Murphy is a fire investigator, and one of her greatest secrets and investigation aids is her sniffing dog Sam. Many years ago her mother was killed in a fire and while running to get help, Kerry (as a young child) is knocked unconscious and thrown into a long-term coma. This coma left Kerry with a gift, a gift she tries to keep hidden and to just lead a normal life. This is where Sam comes in. There is group out there who teaches people with special gifts to use and control such gifts, but Kerry decides to handle this on her own. But, this group has kept an eye on her.
Into Kerry’s life a stranger comes. His name is Silver and he has secrets and gifts of his own.
A psychopath is out there, and he has created a weapon, Firestorm. His weapon of choice is fire and he wields it against any who come against him. This government funded weapons research was scuttled and this killer absconded with the device and is now clearing a path through fiery deaths to the highest bidder. He has also developed an eerie obsession for Kerry. He sees her as a kindred spirit, and if she doesn’t want to play his game, then Firestorm may just have to find her too. This is where Silver and his gifts come in. Not only is he using Kerry as bait, but in a short amount of time he must teach her to protect herself without becoming emotionally entangled with her. Time will tell how effective he is and if together they can catch a killer.
Iris Johansen has done several books including dogs, fire and tragedies; this one revolves more around the people than the animals, but is just as compelling. The characters are always enjoyable and easy to get entangled with. Johansen is an intriguing read.
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