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HEAT WAVE by Richard Castle

We know Richard Castle's latest mystery thriller will be the hottest book of the year. Preview the first ten chapters here on ABC.com. HEAT WAVE, now available at bookstores everywhere!

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Nikki led him wordlessly into her bedroom and set the candle on her dresser, in front of the trifold mirror, which multiplied its light. She turned to find Rook there, close to her, magnetic. She folded her arms around his neck and drew his mouth to hers; he wrapped his long arms around her waist and tugged her body to him. Their kisses were deep and urgent, familiar all at once, her tongue finding the depth and sweetness of his open mouth while he explored hers. One of his hands began to reach for her blouse but hesitated. She clutched it and placed it on her breast. The heat of the room was tropical, and as he touched her, Nikki felt his fingers ride the slick of perspiration above the dampness of her bra. She lowered her hand and found him and he moaned softly. Nikki began to sway, then he did, too, both doing a slow dance in some sort of delicious vertigo.

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cynic888

1 day ago

Where the heck is chapter 11? This is seriously getting annoying. I agree: not a good way to keep the fan base happy.

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schwarrs

4 days ago

So whats up with the chapter posts? Are we not a few weeks behind now?

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W0LFMAN1999

6 days ago

POST MORE CHAPTERS!!!!!!!

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mpbcpa

6 days ago

I have to join the group and say give us chapter 11 already!

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juliaobx

1 week ago

This is making me crazy...it has been 4 weeks now and no new chapters have been posted. What gives? Teasing us like this is not a good way to keep the fan base happy!!!

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jules052279

1 week ago

I LOVE THIS SHOW..PLEASE DON'T CANCEL IT.

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kcour07

1 week ago

I reeaaally love this show! I tried to get the novel at Barnes and Noble, and not only were they sold out, I was told that the entire first printing was sold out. I'll have to buy it online--I like an actual book to hold and read; not a computer screen. I'm totally looking forward to it.

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WildChild1954

1 week ago

Some of us don't live anywhere near a book store and don't have credit cards so please have a little mercy and post Chapter 11!!! I won't be near a place to buy it for another six months.

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gnrldavis

1 week ago

I bought the book about 3 weeks ago. . on walmart.com, it was less expensive that the big bookstore chains too.

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chicosue

1 week ago

I am so disappointed! I read 10 chapters of this book, loved it-and then nothing. But I will not buy a book that I have read so much of. Why not a teaser, say 25 pages-or a couple of chapters? However, I just love the show. And the sparks between Castle (he is so pretty!) and Beckett is so intriguing. I watch every week. thanks

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mgmechanic

1 week ago

I know it's been an awfully long time since "Car 54", but did anyone else twang on the names of the burglary detail?

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duaneandjess

2 weeks ago

Tried to buy book at Chapters in Canada, but it is not available. Not even online. I'm ready for the next chapter.

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HugeHewlettFan

2 weeks ago

C'mon! Post Chapter 11 already!!!! We're eager to see what's next! Some of us can't afford to get the book just yet. C'mon. Help a fan out!!!! Please?

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failed_brownie_scout

2 weeks ago

I've been a Castle nerd from the very beginning! I'm still not sure whether or not I want to read this. I've built up Castle and his writing talents so much that I don't want to be disappointed (Hello, Breaking Dawn). Maybe I'll buy the book and see what happens.

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kwhearty88

2 weeks ago

I would read a few chapters online first before buying the book. I've read everything on here and, honestly, I don't think I would spend money on it. The writing is okay, but definitely not the best murder novel I've read. It's a fun read tho!

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storey_12

1 month ago

I haven't read the book yet but it is an absolutely excellent marketing gimmick. Well done whoever thought of it.

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nebraska785703

1 month ago

Where is chapter 11????!!!! I absolutely love this show and the entire ensemble!

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Derringe

1 month ago

I love the series, and had NO idea it was a real book! Did the writers write it or the author? Since Nathan is doing a book signing it must be him, right? I heard the Storm novels are real too, I'm SO starting a new collection now!!

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TRACHEIN

1 week ago

Dude - are you serious??? I'm not sure if you are kidding or not. If so, please learn the art of sarcasm. If you are not, you are an idiot. Castle is a TELEVISON SHOW. Richard Castle is not a real person. After the show became successful, TPTB at ABC said, hey, wouldn't it be cool if we "really" had a Nikki Heat book, like Castle talks about in the show? So they hired some writer to ghost the project as "Richard Castle." If you llook at the copywright notice for the book (or even the chapters printed online, you will see the owner is ABC Televison. Not "Richard Castle." If Nathan Fillion was signing books, it was to promote the show, not because he wrote them . While I am certain that Mr. Fillion is a man of many talents, he's not a novelist. The Storm novels ARE NOT REAL. "Richard Castle" a not real person wrote them. The stuff that happens on your TV IS NOT REAL (except, unfortunately the news). "Reality" shows ARE NOT REAL. There is no Santa Claus, Easter Bunny or Tooth Fairy. Also, I would like to for your to invest in my Ponzi scheme.

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ecwilsoninc

1 month ago

I absolutely loved the series and I loved the book. I read all chapters in one day. Great easy and fun read. Can't wait to buy it so I can find out how it ends.

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lifeiskitsch

1 month ago

Where is Chapter 11?

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sidneymay1206

1 month ago

i love how they keep quoting eachother in the book/show like thw whole beckett "i need the practice" amazing for anyone who loves the show!

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hazel7711

2 weeks ago

This is my favorite (favourite, to you Nathan) show. When I get a moment to wind down, I check my recorded programs and if "Castle" is there I can't help but get a giddy rush. Loved the Halloween episode and even though I am telling my friends about the awesomeness of your show, I can't help but have a secret, greedy little "hog it to myself" feeling. I mean look what happened to Twilight? Now I have to go see the new movie with thousands of crazed junior highers. Selfish .. I know .. but yet .. oh so refreshingly honest haha

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yee518

4 weeks ago

Is it me or is the book Heat Wave thicker on screen than the real thing?? I love the show and the characters. I think Castle and Beckett has really grown into their roles.

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SciFiMama

3 weeks ago

Maybe I'll finish the book when I can get it from my local library.

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SciFiMama

3 weeks ago

They must be using size 32 font for the book to be that big. I have enjoyed reading it as offered by downloading it, but I don't feel it's so good that I would purchase it, especially after already reading 10 chapters. What a copout and shame on them!

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middle of cornfield

3 weeks ago

Where is Chapter 11???? Times are tough right now - and I have really enjoyed being able to jump on line and read this! Really love the show, think the book is a great promotional idea and frankly a great read....just please finish putting the book up on line - I'm sure you can fill the last several pages with advertising coupons to pay for the printing!

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nebraska785703

1 month ago

Seriously, where is chapter 11? It's Wednesday night already!!! You can't give us chapters 9 and 10 and then just stop!! That's inhumane!!!!

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Crazy4Ncis

1 month ago

They probably wont give us any more chapters since the book has come out. Shame though, I'm in Ireland and I have to wait for the book to come out.

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BwayBndMthWz07

1 month ago

Why would they stop putting up chapters when they're more than half way through the book? And if they really wanted to leave us with a cliffhanger to make us buy the book, wouldn't they have stopped at the end of ch 9? They put up chapters for several weeks after the book was released. I understand why they would not want to put up the whole book, but seriously, if they've come this far they can't quit on us now! I'm going back and watching the first season and I love the references to the show in the book!

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anniemack2

1 month ago

I love the show and never miss it. The book is great and I could see a great movie out of this one!!

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arh116

1 month ago

I love the show!!!! My boyfriend and I watch it every week. I ahd no clue the book was actually published until I saw it a Borders yesterday! I heard Nathan Fillion is doing a book signing in LA, but I don't live on the west coast and I would really love to have my book signed. Is there a possibility he can do a book signing in Charlotte, NC? Please come do a book signing in Charlotte, NC!

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cjandnzsparents

1 month ago

Loved it! Was a really fun , quick read-light but not dumb. I liked the way they incorporated event that happened in the show, as if Castle was using the material for his novel. This whole cross-promotional thing is very clever and hopefully a sign that the execs are invested in the show. I look forward to this show every week and mention it to people all the time--everyone should be watching this show! Keep 'em coming, 'Castle' and 'Castle novels'.

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le_plus3

1 month ago

I never realized the show was actually a book. I love this show.

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dsbb_5

1 month ago

I love this show and the book was excellent! Thanks for posting each chapter online BUT I couldn't wait, so I read the first 5 chapters online and went out and bought the book!! Hopefully Rick Castle will write a second book?!?! Again, love the show!

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shelbyrebe

1 month ago

I love this show too! I can't wait for a new episode each week & I tell everyone I know to watch it. What a great idea the writers had in making this show & I hope they never change a thing!!! Sometimes after a show is a hit for some reason it changes & is never the same. This show is too AWESOME!! Keep up the great work. I will be a fan forever. "I LOVE THIS CASE!!!

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sidneymay1206

1 month ago

Oh MAN did i love this book!! I mean it isn't going to be up for any Pulitzer's but MAN was it a great read. I finished it off in about 2 days and have re-read it since then! It is EXACTLY like Castle and Beckett only they have sex. I hope the characters get close soon, i was left way to excited after reading the book! They have even made referances and quotes from the book in the show lately and it is so unique to experience something like that because now i almost feel more connected to the characters! LOVE THE SHOW :)

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