* REVIEW * BEYOND DUTY by Stanalei Fletcher

* REVIEW *  BEYOND DUTY by Stanalei FletcherBeyond Duty by Stanalei Fletcher
Series: Northstar Security Series Book 3
Published by The Wild Rose Press Inc on October 12, 2016
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four-stars

Northstar Security agent, Riley O’Neal, balks at posing as anyone’s husband for an assignment. Nevertheless, to rescue the kidnapped wife of a U.S. Senator, he’ll perform his duty and do his best to resist the charms of the very woman who deceived him on a previous mission.

U.S. Army Lt. Mary “Chip” Anderson is uneasy about the undercover assignment to pose as newlyweds. Concealing her attraction to Riley while staying focused on the task, may be the biggest challenge. Despite efforts to remain objective, enforced proximity ignites emotions and a desire to make the fake honeymoon real.

When Chip is kidnapped during a botched rescue attempt of the senator's wife, both women become pawns in the case that threatens the nation’s security. Riley must remain objective, save the women, and avert the threat. But after that, can he convince Chip that she wants to wear his ring forever?


Keeps us guessing!  I enjoyed the character interactions and the way the plot kept us on our toes trying to figure out who was behind everything, whether they would get them out safely, and whether there would be a future relationship to come out of it all!

Northstar Security agent Riley O’Neal isn’t happy about posing as someone’s husband in an undercover operation, but when he finds out it’s with the woman he hasn’t been able to get off his mind for the last year, he’s willing to take his chance!

US Army Lt Mary “Chip” Anderson is gung ho to help catch the enemy because she has a vested interest in the outcome.  Working closely with a man she has an attraction for isn’t ideal, but she’ll be able to handle it!

When Chip is kidnapped in a botched rescue attempt of the hostage, will Riley be able to keep his cool and get her back before time runs out?

four-stars

* REVIEW * JACKED UP by Samantha Kane

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* REVIEW * JACKED UP by Samantha KaneJacked Up by Samantha Kane
Series: Birmingham Rebels
Published by Loveswept on January 31, 2017
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four-half-stars

The secret about the Birmingham Rebels is out: With a girl in the middle, two mouth-watering football studs are better than one.

Linebacker Sam Taylor feels like a ticking time bomb. He left the army with emotional wounds as fresh as the scars on his back. Sam’s been living like a monk, but his best friend, defensive lineman King Ulupoka, wants to get him laid. Easy for him to say. The larger-than-life Samoan is a hard-bodied, tribal-tattooed fantasy. Sam agrees, under one condition: King stays to watch.

ER nurse Jane Foster is done being a good girl, and nothing says wild like picking up two of football’s sexiest players and bringing them back to your hotel room. Trouble is, she can’t decide which one she wants more. Sam is hot, sweet, and vulnerable. Jane’s more than willing to ride him into oblivion. But King’s intense gaze from across the room promises that the best is yet to come.

Sure, King has had his choice of girls and guys in the past. That doesn’t mean he’ll jeopardize his relationship with Sam over a case of locker-room lust—until a naughty nurse pushes them both out of their comfort zones. Seeing Jane and Sam together turns King on more than he ever imagined. If they’re game, he’s ready to tackle a three-way play.


A steamy-hot continuation of Samantha Kane’s Birmingham Rebels series is once again burning up the sheets!  You MUST be okay with menage and M/M to enjoy this book … and if you are, you’re in for a treat!  These two guys are the best of friends and then meeting that one certain lady, takes it to a whole new level!  The characters are sweet and kind, they have issues just like us, and I think you’ll find yourself rooting for a happy ending for them just like I was.

The PTSD that Linebacker Sam Taylor suffers from after returning from Afghanistan has him living his life in a really stunted way.  He overthinks things and worries constantly about what might set him off, and it’s driving his best friend crazy!  Defensive lineman King Ulupoka just wants to see Sam be able to relax and enjoy life a little bit.  He’s been living life like a monk ever since he came home, and King has decided it’s time he helps him change that!

ER nurse Jane Foster has always been the good girl, and so when she meets these two hunks and gets the opportunity to live life on the bad side for one night, she’s super tempted!  Steamy sex with a gorgeous football player?  YES PLEASE!  So what if his friend is going to stay and watch … she’s still game!

When a chance encounter has her crossing their path again a few months later, they decide they can’t let a gift like that slide by without jumping on it.  Neither of them have been able to get her or that night out of their mind … and neither has she!  When they all decide to try at a relationship … together … will they be able to live with the consequences when it goes public?

four-half-stars

* BLOG TOUR / REVIEW * UNDER PRESSURE by Lori Foster

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* BLOG TOUR / REVIEW * UNDER PRESSURE by Lori FosterUnder Pressure by Lori Foster
Series: Body Armor
Published by HQN Books on January 24, 2017
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five-stars

He can protect anything except his heart

Leese Phelps's road hasn't been an easy one, but it's brought him to the perfect job—working for the elite Body Armor security agency. And what his newest assignment lacks in size, she makes up for in fire and backbone. But being drawn to Catalina Nicholson is a dangerous complication, especially since it could be the very man who hired Leese who's threatening her.

What Catalina knows could get her killed. But who'd believe the sordid truth about her powerful stepfather? Beyond Leese's ripped body and brooding gaze is a man of impeccable honor. He's the last person she expects to trust—and the first who's ever made her feel safe. And he's the only one who can help her expose a deadly secret, if they can just stay alive long enough…


With the kick-off of a brand new series, Lori Foster brings us some familiar faces!  Instant attraction melded with heightened awareness to keep her safe has this Body Armor bodyguard feeling more than he ever thought possible for his newest client!  Great chemistry between the entire cast of characters keeps us highly entertained as we go along for the ride of solving the mystery of who the bad guys really are and how they can stop them.

When Leese Phelps gave up fighting to settle into being a body guard, he wasn’t sure he was going to like it, but he has to admit, it’s a satisfying job!  His boss Sahara takes good care of her guys and doesn’t take any gruff off of anybody, so they can always count on her to have their back.

From the moment he meets Cataline Nicholson, he’s drawn to her.  She’s done a great job of keeping herself hidden, and now that they have found her and realize what’s really going on, they realize they have led danger right to her door again!  She knows some very dangerous information, but knows no one would believe her against the wealthy men that it would bring down.  Now that Leese and his agency are on her side, will they be able to get all of the info they need to bring justice for those wronged and keep Cat safe before the bad men catch up to them?

 

 

 

 

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From New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Lori Foster comes UNDER PRESSURE, the first book in her brand-new Body Armor series, featuring her trademark alpha-male heroes and strong-willed heroines, who risk everything to save one another from the deadly forces that seek to destroy them.

 

 

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He can protect anything except his heart

Leese Phelps’s road hasn’t been an easy one, but it’s brought him to the perfect job—working for the elite Body Armor security agency. And what his newest assignment lacks in size, she makes up for in fire and backbone. But being drawn to Catalina Nicholson is a dangerous complication, especially since it could be the very man who hired Leese who’s threatening her.

What Catalina knows could get her killed. But who’d believe the sordid truth about her powerful stepfather? Beyond Leese’s ripped body and brooding gaze is a man of impeccable honor. He’s the last person she expects to trust—and the first who’s ever made her feel safe. And he’s the only one who can help her expose a deadly secret, if they can just stay alive long enough…

 

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“You do tempt me,” she whispered, her smile in place. “I didn’t realize it was mutual though.”

“Now you do.” And maybe she’d be more circum­spect.

“Because I’m convenient?” she asked. “Or some­what—” her expression pinched “—desperate?”

The uncertainty twisted his guts. He glanced at her mouth. “Because you’re hot.”

Her teeth bit into her bottom lip. “You really think so?”

Intuitively knowing she needed to hear it, he shared his thoughts. It wasn’t in the best interest of his sanity, but he liked seeing her blush.

He especially liked the way she looked at him.

“You, lady, are sexiness in a very small, sweet pack­age.”

“Usually I’m told I’m too thin.”

Leese slowly shook his head. “You have the right look and the right attitude to push all my buttons.”

Gifting him with that cocky smile he admired, she opened her hands on his chest. “Mmm. I think I like that.”

“What?”

“Pushing your buttons.” Her fingers trailed up to his shoulders, then around his neck.

Leese started to lean down when Justice knocked again.

Cat froze, then panicked. “Oh my God. That’s Jus­tice, right? I forgot all about him!” She pushed against Leese, trying to slide free.

He wanted to groan.

In truth, he should thank Justice for keeping him from doing anything insane. “Shh. Take it easy.” He rolled to the side of her and watched her shoot off the bed, then make a mad dash around to the bedroom.

Her ass looked really nice as she did so.

After scrubbing both hands over his face, Leese forced himself from the bed and went to the door. He peeked out first.

Justice stood there holding a tray with coffee and a basket of Danish pastries. Time to get the day started.

Past time to work through the puzzle of the current case: Catalina Nicholson.

 

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LORI FOSTER is a New York Times, USA TODAY and Publishers Weekly bestselling author of more than 55 titles, beloved for her contemporary romance novels revolving around alpha males and the women they fall for. Lori has been a recipient of the prestigious RT Book Reviews Career Achievement Award for Series Romantic Fantasy, and for Contemporary Romance. For more about Lori, visit her website at LoriFoster.com, or check out these online locations where she interacts with readers: Facebook.com/LoriFoster, Twitter.com/LoriLFoster, Goodreads and Pinterest.com/lorilfoster.

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five-stars

* REVIEW * TO WIN HER BACK by Mackenzie Crowne

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* REVIEW * TO WIN HER BACK by Mackenzie CrowneTo Win Her Back by Mackenzie Crowne
Series: Players
Published by Lyrical Shine on January 24, 2017
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five-stars

Will the mistakes of the past ruin their future?

As public relations coordinator for the Manhattan Marauders pro football team, Victoria “V” Price has the wealth, prestige, and glamour she only dreamed of growing up. All she’s missing is a man to share it with. V thought she gave up her shot at love when she left her childhood sweetheart in the dust of her rural Texas town, along with the painful secrets of her family life. But the past comes roaring back when Sam Fitzpatrick, the only man she ever loved, is hired as the Marauders’ new offensive coordinator.

Despite Sam’s reluctance to work alongside V, his distrust of the woman who broke his young heart is no match for their swiftly rekindling passion. Yet even as V’s tough PR persona gives way to her softer side, Sam wonders if their chemistry is enough to overcome the wounds left unhealed between them. But when the devastating truth of V’s past is exposed, threatening both her career and their second chance, Sam finds himself asking a different question: does he have what it takes to win back her love?


Another great book in Mackenzie Crowne’s Player series!  We’ve seen V be the hard-nosed sports agent previously and even seen her be a loyal friend, but we haven’t seen the softer side of her that comes out when we finally get the story of her past and what made her who she is today.  Her turmoil really touches your heart!

Victoria Price is loving her new job as the PR Coordinator for the Manhattan Marauders football team, but her newest assignment just might be end of it when it’s barely begun!

Sam Fitzpatrick is super stoked at being offered the Offensive Coordinator position for an NFL team, but the fact that the woman that cruelly broke his heart all those years ago is the one there offering it is pretty off-putting!  Can he actually bring himself to accept a job for the same team she works for?

V had her reasons for walking away from Sam all those years ago, but she never shared them with him, so he and everyone around him assumed the worst.  When she finds the strength to share her secret, will she finally be free to go for that love of her life once and for all or will it be too late to matter?

 

five-stars

* REVIEW * ACCIDENTALLY ON PURPOSE by Jill Shalvis

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* REVIEW * ACCIDENTALLY ON PURPOSE by Jill ShalvisAccidentally on Purpose by Jill Shalvis
Series: A Heartbreaker Bay Novel
Published by Avon on January 24, 2017
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four-stars

There’s no such thing as a little in love . . .

Elle Wheaton’s priorities: friends, career, and kick-ass shoes. Then there’s the muscular wall of stubbornness that’s security expert Archer Hunt—who comes before everything else. No point in telling Mr. “Feels-Free Zone” that, though. Elle will just see other men until she gets over Archer . . . which should only take a lifetime . . .

There’s no such thing as a little in lust . . .

Archer’s wanted the best for Elle ever since he sacrificed his law-enforcement career to save her. Their chemistry could start the next San Francisco earthquake and he craves her 24/7, but Archer doesn’t want to be responsible for the damage. The alternative? Watch her go out with guys who aren’t him . . .

There is such a thing as . . .

As far as Archer’s concerned, nobody is good enough for Elle. But when he sets out to prove it by sabotaging her dates, she gets mad—and things get hot as hell. Now Archer has a new mission: prove to Elle that her perfect man has been here all along . . .


With another match up of the Heartbreaker Bay gang, Jill Shalvis brings us Elle’s story!  The connection between her and Archer is not only sexy as sin, but it’s also sweet and comforting.  I really enjoy this group of friends.  They are always there for one another, and are always good for a few laughs as we see their interactions.

Elle Wheaten owes Archer Hunt a lot.  She came from a hard life, and when he chose to give up so much in order to rescue her from it, she took on the additional burden of knowing how much she had cost him.  It doesn’t stop her from constantly wanting him, but it makes her understand why he can’t possibly want her back.

Considering the circumstances when they met, Archer feels like his desire for Elle is wrong.  He’s worked hard to show indifference to her all of these years, but when he sees her starting to want more in her life, it drives him crazy to see her possibly reach for it with someone else!

Will these two stubborn people be able to put aside their pride long enough to see that the other loves them too?

four-stars

* REVIEW * CALL TO HONOR by Tawny Weber

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* REVIEW * CALL TO HONOR by Tawny WeberCall to Honor by Tawny Weber
Series: A SEAL Brotherhood Novel
Published by HQN Books on January 31, 2017
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four-stars

The Poseidon team are hard-bodied, fiercely competitive navy SEALs. But when a sensitive mission goes disastrously wrong, three of the team's finest will have to trust their hearts and instincts to uncover the truth…

"No man left behind" is inscribed in the DNA of every SEAL and Lieutenant Diego Torres is no exception. But with a team member killed—and the body missing—Diego's honor is sorely tested. Now his career and reputation are on the line, and a traitor is hiding among them. Diego wants answers…and only one woman has them.

Single mom Harper Maclean has two priorities—raising her son Nathan and starting a new life. Her mysterious new neighbor may be impossibly charming, but Diego asks too many questions about her past—and about the father of her child. Questions she fears will reveal her burning attraction for Diego, and ultimately put them all in danger's path.


With a story filled with intrigue and passion, Tawny Weber brings us the start of a new SEAL series!  Team Poseidon is the best of the best and make for an interesting bunch of guys.  First off we are getting Diego’s story … looking forward to more!

Diego Torres has given his life to his Navy SEAL career.  He lives for his job and his teammates, so when a mission goes awry and someone is left behind, that doesn’t sit well with him!  He’s settling into a boatload of guilt when intel comes in that leads them to think there is some shady business going down.  He’s sent in to try to get some information from the only source they have.

Harper Maclean has worked hard to overcome her past and give her son a great life.  She has done it all on her own, since his so called father walked out before he was born.  When a new sexy man shows up as their new neighbor, she can’t help but be intrigued.  Can she really throw caution to the wind and actually live for herself for once?

Will Diego blow his cover when he gets too close to Harper and her son?  And when information starts to surface, will he be able to keep them safe?

four-stars

* BLOG TOUR / REVIEW * BIG SHOT by Carly Phillips & Erika Wilde

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* BLOG TOUR / REVIEW * BIG SHOT by Carly Phillips & Erika WildeBig Shot by Carly Phillips & Erika Wilde
Series: A Book Boyfriend Novel 1
on January 17, 2017
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four-half-stars

Wes Sinclair is a notorious heart-breaker, a hot as sin bad boy with a panty-dropping smile no woman can resist. Except for his best friend's little sister and business adversary, Natalie Prescott, who seems immune to his flirtatious charms. While she's become a permanent fixture in his dirtiest, most scandalous fantasies, she wants nothing to do with him, or his seductive promises. Challenge accepted. His goal? To bring her to her knees, make her beg, and show her just how good being bad can be.

A new series by Carly Phillips & Erika Wilde kicks off with a bang!  It’s sexy hot, it’s fun and it’s fresh!  Loved the characters and it was a blast to get to catch a glimpse of the Kincaid brothers!

Wes Sinclair is a legendary lady’s man.  He doesn’t commit or make promises, he just bluntly says what he wants and walks away once he gets it.  No surprises there!

Natalie Prescott is his best friend’s little sister and they all grew up together.  He tries to hide his lust for her from his BFF, but it’s getting harder and harder to keep under wraps.  When a friendly competition opens up the doors for a little propositioning, Wes and Natalie embark on a secret fling.

Will they burn up the sheets and then walk away, or will this be the one woman Wes can’t get out of his system?

 

 

Big Shot (A Book Boyfriend Novel 1) by Carly Phillips and Erika Wilde

Date of Publication: January 17, 2017

Blurb

New York Times Bestselling Authors Carly Phillips and Erika Wilde bring you a sexy new standalone romance.

Fall in love with your next Book Boyfriend . . .

Wes Sinclair is a notorious heart-breaker, a hot as sin bad boy with a panty-dropping smile no woman can resist. Except for his best friend’s little sister and business adversary, Natalie Prescott, who seems immune to his flirtatious charms. While she’s become a permanent fixture in his dirtiest, most scandalous fantasies, she wants nothing to do with him, or his seductive promises. Challenge accepted. His goal? To bring her to her knees, make her beg, and show her just how good being bad can be.

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***About Carly Phillips***

Carly Phillips is the N.Y. Times and USA Today Bestselling Author of over 50 sexy contemporary romance novels featuring hot men, strong women and the emotionally compelling stories her readers have come to expect and love. Carly is happily married to her college sweetheart, the mother of two nearly adult daughters and three crazy dogs (two wheaten terriers and one mutant Havanese) who star on her Facebook Fan Page and website. Carly loves social media and is always around to interact with her readers. You can find out more about Carly at www.carlyphillips.com.

***About Erika Wilde***

Erika Wilde is the author of the sexy Marriage Diaries series and The Players Club series. She lives in Oregon with her husband and two daughters, and when she’s not writing you can find her exploring the beautiful Pacific Northwest. For more information on her upcoming releases, please visit website at www.erikawilde.com.

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* REVIEW * NECESSARY RISK by Tara Wyatt

* REVIEW * NECESSARY RISK by Tara WyattNecessary Risk by Tara Wyatt
Series: Bodyguard (Book 1)
Published by Forever on February 23, 2016
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four-half-stars

SOMEONE TO WATCH OVER ME

Former child star Sierra Blake is making a stunning Hollywood comeback-and attracting a scary amount of attention. When her home is vandalized and her safety threatened, she knows it's time to bring in the professionals. But from the moment she sets eyes on her indecently sexy new bodyguard, Sierra's thoughts are anything but professional . . .

Few things in this world scare Sean Owens-until he realizes he's in serious danger of losing his heart to his new client. No matter how much he wants to, Sean won't let his feelings for the smart and gorgeous Sierra get in the way of doing his job. Because as the attacks against her escalate, crossing the line between business and pleasure could get them both killed.


With the first in the Bodyguard series, Tara Wyatt brings us an intriguing read!  We’re drawn in from the start and continue trying to figure out who is behind all of the threats until the end, while falling for the sexy bodyguards!  Loved the character interaction.

When former child actress Sierra Blake starts receiving threats, she reaches out to security expert Sean Owens who she recently met.  Sean brings in some of his best men to keep her safe, and takes her under his personal protection.  There’s just something about her that he can’t help but react to.

When the situation continues to increase along with the growing attraction between them, will Sean be able to keep his professional distance to keep her safe or will getting too emotionally invested make him lose his edge?

four-half-stars

* BLOG TOUR / REVIEW * RESCUED BY LOVE by Melissa Foster

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* BLOG TOUR / REVIEW * RESCUED BY LOVE by Melissa FosterRescued by Love by Melissa Foster
Series: Love in Bloom: The Ryders Book 4
Published by World Literary Press on January 11, 2017
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four-half-stars

As the daughter of a world-renowned fashion designer, Addison Dahl enjoyed a privileged life attending the most sought after parties, traveling around the world, and having anything she wanted. Until she broke free and went against her father's wishes, needing to prove to herself--and to him--that she could make it on her own. Now she's ready to take her adventures in a new direction and sets her sights on roughing it in the wilderness.

Jake Ryder followed in his father's footsteps as a top search and rescue professional. He spends his days saving those in need and his nights in the arms of willing women who offer nothing more than a few hours of sexual enjoyment. Just the way he likes it.

When Jake's sister-in-law calls and reports her best friend missing, it's up to Jake to find her and bring her home. But Addison isn't lost, and she sure as hell isn't going to be told what to do by an ornery mountain man with whom she'd spent one torrid night after her best friend's wedding. Jake has never left anyone behind--will Addison be his first failed rescue?


Melissa Foster has quite a way with words when she creates a sexy bad boy!  He might be slightly arrogant and a total player, but he’s adorably endearing and we have to fall for him anyway!  These Ryders are quite the bunch … a great, close-knit family that is always there to love and support each other.  I enjoy them so much … and can’t wait for more!

Jake Ryder has been lusting after Addison Dahl for months now, but she’s been playing hard to get.  He knows he gets to her, but she refuses to give in and have a fling with him.  He works hard as a Search and Rescue guy, but when he has some down time, he lives to enjoy life … and preferably a sexy woman!

Addy isn’t as immune to Jake’s charms as she tries to pretend.  She honestly hasn’t been able to get him off her mind in the months since they first met and he turned on the heated charm.  She doesn’t do feelings for a man … she just has a good time and lives for herself, so she’s NOT happy that this guy will not get out of her head!  She’s looking forward to getting away for a few days in the mountains and hopes that will give her a fresh perspective.

When temptation gets to be too much and they share a night together, will they be able to walk away?

 

Jake has never left anyone behind–will Addison be his first failed rescue?
RESCUED BY LOVE
The Ryders Book Four
Melissa Foster
Released Jan 11, 2017
World Literary Press

 

Addison Dahl is excited to return to Elpitha Island for her best friend Gabriella’s wedding. A weekend of sun and fun is just what she needs before setting out on her newest adventure—roughing it in the wilderness. Addison is tough, she’s independent, and she doesn’t “do” feelings toward men. But lately her friend—and Gabriella’s brother-in-law—sinfully sexy and ornery-as-hell Jake Ryder has been the star of her late-night fantasies, and she can’t get him out of her mind. It doesn’t help that the chemistry between them is scorching hot. With any luck, a few days in the wilderness will snap that craziness out of her head.

As a top search and rescue professional, Jake Ryder spends his days saving those in need and his nights in the arms of willing women who offer nothing more than a few hours of sexual enjoyment. But there’s only one woman he wants, and he’s spent the last several months trying to get beautiful, smart, and sassy Addison to give him one sinful night. He’s sure one night will lead to more.

The night of the wedding the heat between Jake and Addy ignites, and they’re powerless to resist their explosive passion. Wild kisses, sensual touches, and heartfelt conversations brings them closer together, and when the weekend ends, Jake is determined to keep Addy close and make her his. But Addy has other plans…


 

 

 
Melissa Foster is a New York Times & USA
Today
 bestselling and award-winning author. She writes sexy and
heartwarming contemporary romance, new adult romance, and women’s fiction with
emotionally compelling characters that stay with you long after you turn the
last page. Melissa’s emotional journeys are lovingly erotic, perfect beach
reads, and always family oriented. 

 

The spicy scent of Jake’s cologne overrode the aroma of grilled meats and casseroles Gabriella’s relatives had spent all day preparing. Jake rested his elbow on the bar beside her, brushing his muscular forearm against hers and sending ripples of awareness to her core.

Who was she kidding? There was no distracting herself from the biggest distraction of them all.

“I think there are still a few guys you haven’t danced with yet.”

Of course Jake would go straight to pushing her buttons.

“I’ll have to take care of that, won’t I? Gab’s brother, Niko, is looking awfully hot tonight.” Niko was the epitome of a Greek heartthrob. Tall, dark, handsome, and as touchy-feely as the rest of Gabriella’s warm and loving family. He was also a shameless flirt.

Jake ground his teeth together, nearly paralyzing her with a blistering stare.

“I haven’t seen you dance all night. What’s the matter? Not into sexy island girls? Because I’m pretty sure that guy over there by the tree bats for the other team.” She enjoyed taunting the lion, even if she didn’t want to get too close. Her pulse beat wildly, and her fingers ached to grab him by the collar of his dress shirt and yank him down for what she knew would be an incredibly hot kiss. She tried to keep from dropping her eyes lower, but she was no match for the enticing ever-present bulge beneath his zipper. The one that became even more prominent when they were near. And damn, she liked knowing she had that effect on him.

He leaned in close, his warm breath coasting over her cheek. “I’m not into dancing, but if you keep looking at me like that you might find yourself getting up close and personal with more than you can handle.”

She lifted her eyes to his, which had gone coal black, and she swallowed hard against the lust threatening to pour out her mouth. Addy was used to controlling every interaction and reveled in holding her own and taking what she wanted where men were concerned. Or at least she always had, until the King of Hotness standing next to her came into the picture. Jake definitely threw her off her game. Lately, when they were together, she caught herself wondering if what she was experiencing were actual emotions rather than impulses. That was one thing that had kept her from taking their flirting to the next level. His relationship to her best friend was the other. But boy did she want to cross that line. It had been way too long since she had been with a man, thanks to Jake. Every time she came close to satisfying the urge to feel the weight of a man pressing down on her and get lost in the throes of passion, goddamn Jake swam into her mind, stealing her focus and killing the moment. Her fantasy had become her own personal cockblocker.

In an effort to reclaim the upper hand and prove he did not rattle her, she dragged her eyes over his chest again and said, “I have yet to meet a man who comes close to being what I can handle, much less more.”

The edge of his lips twitched as if they might quirk up, but he clenched his jaw, making the muscles beneath his dark scruff jump. He shifted his eyes away just as Niko headed toward them with a warm and inviting smile, making those jaw muscles work double time.

Niko nodded at Jake and offered his hand to Addy. “What kind of brother would I be if I didn’t dance with my sister’s beautiful best friend? Care to join me?”

“I’d love to.” Addy reached for his hand, taking pleasure in the tension rolling off of the man who had yet to ask her for a single dance but had no trouble inviting her into his bed.

 

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* REVIEW * HOT COMBAT by Elle James

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* REVIEW * HOT COMBAT by Elle JamesHot Combat by Elle James
Series: Ballistic Cowboys
Published by Harlequin Intrigue on February 1, 2017
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four-half-stars

Can a sexy SEAL discover the truth before terror explodes?

Loaned to the task force taking on the most dangerous Homeland Security challenges, injured SEAL Jon "Ghost" Caspar is assigned to protect a former lover and her daughter…and prevent an imminent terrorist attack on his Wyoming hometown.

Single mom Charlie McClain hoped she'd never again see the gorgeous cowboy who broke her heart, but with her safety compromised, she needs Ghost. Can she still resist his rugged charms…and keep a bombshell secret about their affair?

With a terrorist on the loose, Ghost struggles to remain professional. But the elite bodyguard can't guard his heart against beautiful Charlie and her adorable daughter…


An exciting kick-off to a new series, Ballistic Cowboys, from Elle James!  We meet a handful of military guys from various branches who are being pulled in to work on a task force for Homeland Security.  Each book will center on a different guy, and to kick it off, we have Ghost’s story!  The characters are down to earth guys who are serious about their jobs and protecting the innocent.  I enjoyed the reunion story for Ghost and seeing him soften when he interacts with her little girl.

Navy SEAL Jon “Ghost” Caspar is on temporary assignment with a Homeland Security task force that has brought him back to his hometown of Grizzly Pass, Wyoming for the first time in seven years.  He’s being sent to protect a single mother and her daughter after some threats have been made on her since she turned in some intel.

Charlie McClain never thought she’d see her former lover again after he left town, so when he comes knocking at her door, she’s shocked.  She’s still drawn to him the same as she ever was, but she knows if he hangs around too long, he’ll figure out the secret she kept from him.  Seeing him interact so sweetly with her young daughter makes her heart melt though, and has her second guessing whether she was in the right with her previous decisions in life.  Will he decide she’s worth sticking around for this time, or will the end of this mission see him taking off again?

four-half-stars