I loved that the characters are adrenaline junkies
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Cam and Luc have been friends for years . But when they become friends with benefits, their friendship is on the line. Suddenly, Luc feels insecure and afraid of his feelings for Cam and doesn't know how to handle it. When Cam walks out on him, he lets her go. This was a typical friends with benefit story. I loved that the characters are adrenaline junkies, which added some originaility.

*I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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I do dislike using the tired clich, page-turner, but this book was definitely exactly that.

Ex-special forces friends regroup to battle an enemy more bizarre and dangerous than any they have fought before.

An alarming conspiracy, an abundance of action and intrigue, and characters with depth, all contributed to an adrenaline filled adventure well worth reading.

Another favourite author discovered whose books are now on my download list!

I received a copy of this book from eBook Discovery in return for my honest opinion.
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The characters hit the ground running and tried not to look back.  Bob McDermott has a way of being very descriptive without being wordy.  He brings you into the stories tragedies; he made me cry a few times.  He also had me holding my breath then pumping my fist in the air at some of my favorite character's triumphs.  I also had to walk away from the book it made me so angry, but I couldn't stop reading it.  Push Back is the second in the series, the first one is Tell Tale Sky if you have not read it yet you should (lovely book this review applies to that one too).  I love the premise of this series, no alien attack, no super power invasion, for this story the 'enemy' is from within.  But so are the heroes, every day people just getting through day by day.  I can not wait for book three and as many spinoffs Mr. McDermott can muster, but I will wait only because I have to.
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Action packed! My heart was racing and my nerves were zinging ... This book brought more than just a sexy, badass biker. Rebel is a fabulously complex character. Alexis/Sophia is endearingly fierce. The thickening plot seems simplistic at first, but it quickly worked its way into an intricate adventure.

Callie Hart has a writing style that seems so effortless. She really brought this story and these characters to life. I'm anxious to move on to the next book & find out what happens!
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Joy is now an Elite Hunter, no longer followed around by the cameras or competing in the rankings.  She soon learns that there is more danger than anyone expects, and not just from the Othersiders, but within the city of Apex itself.
There is much more action in this sequel than in the first book, which I was personally very happy about!  This book makes up for the world-building in the first novel, and I can appreciate how the two books worked together.  The plot thickens in this story, and things go from bad to worse for Joy and the Hunters.  The buildup in this story is incredible, and I couldn't put the book down the closer I got to the climax, wondering how they would defeat the Othersiders.  The tension is fantastic, and I really hope there will be a third book as I've become attached to several of the characters in this story!
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I wanted to read Adrenaline Crush because I am drawn to books about injuries or illnesses, so when I saw that she was slowed down by the pretty serious ankle injury it peaked my interest... And then mentioning the war vet, it sealed the deal. I like to read about men in uniform esp the younger ones, they bring a unique perspective and I have all respect for the military heroes.

  I liked Dyna, and although I am certainly not a daredevil nor do I enjoy high adrenaline things like biking and rock climbing. She is a big risk taker and she loves the natural high from pushing herself and being outdoors. Personally I would almost always rather be inside curled up with a book, its nice to hear from the other camp of girls. She goes through a big trauma and injury and through these things we get to see her grow and overcome fears.

  It was a fast read and I read it in a few sittings. It kept my attention but the romance was a bit problematic. Slight spoiler... There is one boy, very much a protector and he is with her after she races him on bikes and then she shows him her secret swimming hole. After she pushes beyond what even she normally does at this location, Jay is there and he pulls her from the water and is with her to the hospital. They form a friendship and then relationship pretty quickly when he comes around to the house and with her for her recovery. And I liked him, he was a nice guy, smart and funny. But I knew from the synopsis he's not the vet, so I didn't let myself get attached to him even though he's such a great guy. But he doesn't challenge the part of her that is wild and wants to be outdoors. And of course that turns into a problem.

  And then there is Pierce. Dyna meets him during therapy, where they open up and talk during the first part, a talk therapy type thing, and then they do the physical therapy the last part. The group is very diverse and there are all sorts of reasons for the members to be there. They all learn from each other, and help each other face their fears and overcome injury by doing assignments, developed to help them face whatever it was to get them into therapy. I liked this aspect because we have people from all walks of life, all different personalities, but they are brought together because some part of their body isn't working right.

  But back to Pierce. He is intense and he pushes himself. He offers quiet advice and for Dyna, she has someone to help her get back, to go just a bit further through the pain. And ultimately he helped her realize what she was holding back and missing from her life. So, there is some cheating in this one. And that made me mad because even though I felt the chemistry and saw how good they could be together, there is above mentioned boyfriend. I guess it serves to add the extra tension, but I wish it could have just been Pierce instead of the love triangle. I also wanted to pull for Pierce because that interest and chemistry grew over a bit more time than her and Jay. But I guess I was warned in the summary that it was going to be chosing between two boys, I just hate when one never really seems to have a fair shot. And also, I know that him saving her made a huge impact on the speed in which they connected and started dating, but it did feel like it was a bit of insta-love since they hadn't really talked much before then.

  I liked the family aspect as well. Both of her parents were present in her life. They weren't cookie cutter parents though, which was nice. They rode harleys and her dad is a tattoo artist. I like that they are tough but they are also present and involved in their kids lives. Her brother Harley also provides another secondary character arch that I enjoyed seeing him realize his own dreams and potential even if that didn't come right out of high school.

  It was good overall and I liked the growth of Dyna, as well as the chemistry between her and Pierce.

Bottom Line: Fast paced and fun to read.
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I was shocked by how much head-hopping went on given this is such a prominent author. I almost quit reading at page 46 because it was constantly taking me out of the action and making me work too hard to figure out whose head I was in. Also, the author/editor used dialogue tags so sparingly that I often didn't know who was speaking, especially in the beginning when there were quite a few characters to get to know/keep straight.

All that said, the characters won me over. Gulliver was such a nerdy/macho combination I couldn't resist. Rowen was a tough, self-assured (kick-butt) woman who knew who she was and what she wanted  the kind of heroine I think we need more of in romances. The firefighting action was the main reason I picked up the book, and didn't disappoint (I could tell the author really did her research) and the mystery was superbly done with a very satisfying climax. If not for the crazy seesaw point-of-view, would have been a 5-star.
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I've always loved young adult books that have so much action, and this book gave me that thrill. I won't spoil anything for you, but I just wanted to say that  I would love to be a character who does that stuff! The only thing that didn't really get me was the continuous romance that didn't exactly seem quite realistic. But all the same, it is a great book, and has a bittersweet ending.
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I could not put it down! Nonstop adrenaline rush! The author does an excellent job leading the reader through the characters' experiences as if the reader was there! Love!!!
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I love these books with adrenaline junkies. Lots of adventure. Vince Flynn is one of my favorite authors.
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If you are looking for action and adventure, danger and romance, this book is for you.  I was especially stricken by the beautiful word pictures which made me feel as though I were really there with the characters, whether in the jungles of Viet Nam or wending my way through the concrete jungle of Chicago.  This literature is well worth your time and be prepared for a heart pumping experience!
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I can't recall ever breaking out in a sweat while reading a book before, but this one certainly got my adrenaline pumping. I was right there with the operatives trying to unwind this mystery and figure out just what was going on. The author used a (I'm hoping) fictional weapon of mass destruction, which was very creative and terrifying. Cheering the good guys on is a favorite past time of mine - but in this case? It took me a while to figure out who wore the white hat and who wore the black and to be honest, I wasn't really sure until I read the last page. I devoured this book in one sitting. If you're a fan of thrillers and action, this is the book for you. Very smart, and I like that.
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A fast paced roller coaster that reminded me of 24. The best part was that Simon Parks was no Jack Bauer. He was human, full of mistakes and not the baddest dude with or without a gun. The character development in this book is excellent, as is the dialogue and the settings.  I was amazed at the complexity of the story as I followed Simon around while he not only tried to save his family but the U.S.

The only problem I ran across at all was a handful of typos sprinkled throughout.  Even so, this was an awesome action packed adventure and I eagerly await the next book written by Charlie Cole. He has a gift for dialogue and description.

There are two sex scenes also that were very well detailed and yet realistic and tasteful.
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If you love animals, and enjoy lots of action you will find Poppy's adventures a great read. She is adrenaline junkie with a strong idea of right and wrong,
I found the book to be a quick read with lots of laughs, interesting characters and a great story line that will keep you reading.
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Anyone who is an adrenaline junkie will love this book. Joel Rosenberg has again, hit it out of the park. Character development was great for all the major characters, and the tension of the book mirroring what is going on in the natural began with the first chapter. I laughed and cried and wanted to pray for situations in the book that felt too real to be imaginary.

Joel Rosenberg is one of my favorite writers. He is a master of his craft.
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I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book

It was a little slow getting into it, its been a little bit since I read the last book but it picked up and I have to say, this one was heart pounding. There were quite a few plot twists and some intense feelings here.

One thing that Im really happy about is the friendship between Oliver and Rogan. They are funny together and I feel a real strong connection between them and I am so mad at the author for scaring me like that! You cant do that to me!

I had fun reading this book and I cant wait for the next ones. Im getting really anxious about how all this is going to resolve itself.

The covers continue to amaze me, the author really knows what colors can compliment one another to make a beautiful image.

The plot is moving along nicely for how many books there will be and the author knows how to keep readers on the edge of their seats. The writing continues to be rather simple but it really works for these books, especially with the genre.

If a teen is looking for an adventure book with plenty of plot twists, mystery and a little bit of romance, I think they would find their love of reading through this series. There were times where I was laughing because of the antics of Rogan and Oliver and then gasping because of some drama or a plot twist that I didn't see coming.
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I didn't realize how much I needed some adventure in my life until I started this book. The characters are so well-developed, and the scenery so deliciously detailed with this book actually made me want to run away to San Francisco for a weekend. Immediately. (Though I lived in the Bay Area for quite some time, some of the landmarks described in this book sound too fantastic to miss. And I certainly never found them on my own.)

I was nervous that this book would be a bit too forward for me, taking me to places I wasn't necessarily prepared to go. However, I found the characters to be vulnerable, endearing, real, and insecure  -- just enough to make me feel comfortable. I dare to hope that the tales of Electra and Charley will continue on.  They seem like a fine crime-fighting pair.