A five-plus-starred romantic suspense page-turner!
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Keeping secrets and pretending to be someone he's not is all part of Fisher Braun's job description. As part of the Special Activities Division (SAD), he's one of the best at what he does, but it also prevents him from forming any sort of attachment to anyone outside of his team, which is the only family he has now. On of the requirements of his job involves him informing them of anything and everything to do with his life, and while they may know almost every single thing about him, there are a few things he hasn't exactly been willing to share and when he finds the unlisted home he shares with the boyfriend no one knows about in broken into and in shambles, Fisher has no other alternative but to tell his best friend and partner before they go off to find Zachary Allen, Fisher's lover, who Fisher fears has been abducted. However, it's Zach that finds them first and when Fisher stares at the man who has shared his bed and his home for months pointing a gun straight at him, he is, for the first time ever, at a loss as to how to deal with Zach's betrayal.

Zachary Allen knew what was required of him when he was sent undercover to infiltrate Pentasus, a criminal organization believed to be nothing more than a rumor. But the illegal activities and horrific crimes they've engaged in are very much real, and Zach intends to see his mission to the very end. Nothing and no one will get in his way...until his boyfriend, Fisher Braun, becomes the very prime target that Pentasus has focused its crosshairs on. To save the man that he loves, Zach is left with only one alternative: to break Fisher's trust and make him believe that Zach is his enemy. In the process of doing so, however, Zach has failed to take into account just how broken the trust will be and how equally broken both his and Fisher's hearts are. At the end of it all, will fulfilling his mission prove to be more possible than the impossible one that has him  hoping that Fisher will learn to forgive him? Can someone like Fisher, wary and distrustful, open his eyes and see just how far Zach has gone and will go to protect him?

Right off the bat, I was drawn into the story. My curiosity was piqued and I had one question after another popping in my head. The back story comes in fragments as the truth is revealed about Zach and his being a CIA operative. Calling this book "filled with tension" would be inadequate because the tension isn't relegated to just a singular aspect. There are a host of strong emotions emanating from the main characters, Zach and Fisher, though I think it's safe to say that they were far stronger on Fisher's end and understandably so. And yet not once did I doubt Zach's feeling for Fisher, which is why their story, for the most part, was heartbreaking as it unfolded. How do you forgive someone who knowingly crossed your path with an intent different from what you once believed? Was everything they shared a lie, part of the rouse? From start to finish, Mr. and Mr. Smith had me by the throat and I was on-board for the twists and turns of this thrill of a ride. This gets five-plus stars and I'm already excited for The Talented Mr. Rivers.
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Cara Putman delivers engaging legal suspense with a sweet romantic flair! I wastransfixed by each pageofImperfect Justicefrom start to finish!

In addition to her legal endeavors on behalf of abused women, Emilie Wesley has a looming article deadline and a bad case of writer's block exacerbated by the looming menace of a tenacious stalker.
Reid Billings is an all-around good guy despite the nearly all-consumingfocus required to build his successful career in a highly competitive field.

This story exudes authenticity with a well-balanced combination of heavy elements (crime, grief, danger) and encouragement (faith, love, hope). I highly recommend this series and eagerly anticipate future installments!!!

I requested the opportunity to read this book through the publisher. The opinions expressed are my own.
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An excellent, emotionally captivating, romantic suspense that's a must read! This story captured me right from the start, and stayed long after the last word was read. With an interesting storyline, complex characters, humor, sensual and borderline erotic sexual encounters, secrets, intense situations, and intriguing surprise twists, this story is a page turner you won't be able to put down till the end. A fantastic story, and a great beginning to this new series.

I'll be honest, there were parts of the story that were upsetting to read due to the severity of the abuse. However, it also made my connection with the characters that much stronger. The author did an outstanding job of conveying the emotions of each character, which made me feel as though I was right there with them throughout the story. I could feel their fear, terror, helplessness, anger, vengeance, determination to help themselves &/or others, and so much more.

I really liked Ivan and Uma, and they were perfect for one another in so many ways. The elderly woman that Uma worked for was quirky, at times seemed over the top hateful, but after being taken advantage of on numerous occasions, and her own traumatic past, there were reasons for this. I believe that she helped Uma in her own stern way. By making Uma stand up for herself, to realizing that she didn't have to put up with the emotional abuse from anyone, as well as give her something else to think about besides the circumstances that had led her there, she also became a loyal friend, and someone who Uma could count on. I liked Ivan's sister Jessie, and can't wait for her story!

This was a fantastic story that I think everyone should enjoy reading. I will caution those who have been in abusive situations that this is very detailed and could be a trigger. I'm looking forward to the next book in this excellent new series!
I strongly recommend this book and great author!

I have voluntarily reviewed this arc I received from the publisher via NetGalley.
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A military suspense set on the remote naval outpost of Frasier Island, Susan Page Davis' new book reminds me very much of one of my favorite suspense authors, Dee Henderson. Like Dee, Susan writes with the perfect balance of suspense, romance, and faith. Both internal and external conflicts kept me eager to turn the next page.

Ensign Rachel Whitney's first assignment is the one she had hoped for--serving under Lieutenant George Hudson on tiny Frasier Island in the North Pacific. Lt. Hudson's reputation is stellar, and Rachel knows she can learn many things from him that will advance her career in the Navy.

George Hudson has his own reasons for choosing to serve on such a remote island. While his assignment has lasted much longer than Navy protocol would normally allow, his exemplary performance and dedication to his country make him the perfect person to guard the highly classified secret hidden on the island.

However, George wasn't expecting a female ensign to replace one of his departing men, so his reaction to Rachel's presence is less than welcoming. But Rachel is determined to show that her skill and competence make her the perfect person for the job. And she relies on her newfound faith in God to help her overcome her quick temper, and to give her the patience and wisdom she needs to persevere--especially when her feelings for her commanding officer become more than she had intended.

When a Navy insider leaks the island's secret, George and Rachel find that they have few resources besides each other and their faith in God to thwart the plans of the enemy.

Susan Paige Davis begins Frasier Island with more internal than external conflict, but this is an asset to the story. By the time the action begins to build, I cared so much about the characters that I could hardly bear to put the book down!

Armchair Interviews says: A perfect blend of suspense and romance, Frasier Island should appeal to fans of both.
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I haven't been in a romantic suspense mood as of late, which is never good when they pop up on my review schedule. Dangerous to Know is the third romantic suspense on my schedule this month and even though the last two were great, I was worried that my hesitancy for the genre would color my opinion of the book. Fortunately, this was not the case. Despite a rather complicated beginning in which a case assignment was handed down through multiple channels  with enough names being given that I actually had to read the passage twice  Ryder has penned a novel that sucked me right in and kept me up late trying to reach the end before sleep claimed me.

What made Dangerous to Know unlike most military-based romantic suspense novels Ive read was the level of conspiracies that were taking place. As much as I would love to believe that the events that occurred were complete fiction  sensationalized even  the existence of national and international investigative agencies suggest that they are well within the realm of possibility. Considering the secrets being sold and how easy it was for the person responsible to frame an innocent person  someone who trusted him as if he were family  freaks me the heck out. This made the treasonous aspects of the story eerily realistic to me. The romance part was off-the-charts hot because the spark between Mercer and Zoe was such that they both had a hard time resisting the other (even if Zoe didn't realize she had the same effect on Mercer as he had on her). Much like Zoe, I would have had a very, very, very difficult time trusting what they had was real considering how they started. Unlike Zoe, I wasn't raised with a military mind set, so Im not sure I would have ever given Mercer the chance she gave him once his deception was discovered. But thats what makes the book interesting  Zoe was able to acknowledge the extremes of military service and decide if the promise of Mercer outweighed their beginning.

If I could, I would give Ryder a standing ovation for the final showdown scene between Zoe, Mercer, and the traitor. As I read it, I could actually visualize the action sequence playing out in slow motion on a movie screen. It was that good!!! That scene alone is worthy of five stars, but when combined with the conspiracies (yes, plural), the action, the sizzling sex, and the lust-driven romance (no hearts and flowers here), it all made Dangerous to Know a book I will reread. It also left me ready for the next book in the series, not only to find out which of our Unbroken Heroes is next up for love (Bram, maybe?), but also to find out where the conspiracy will lead the team because not all of the questions were answered in this installment. Well done, Dawn Ryder, I do believe you have solidly knocked me out of my romantic suspense doldrums.

I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Reviewed by Angela at Crystal's Many Reviewers!
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Permanent Lines by Ashley Wilcox is a page-turning novel of romantic suspense, featuring Merrick Drake from Running from Forever. I couldn't wait to read this story because I really liked Merricks character, and I was eager to see what kind of girl would capture his heart.

Merrick has finally met the girl of his dreams, Amelia Driscoll. She is everything hes has been looking for: beautiful, funny, and just downright pleasant to be with. Of course, it doesnt hurt that Amelia races dirt bikes too. Following a race when Merrick and Amelia finish first and second respectively, they spend the weekend with each other, getting to know each other, and of course, the sex is hot and steamy. Believing hes found the one, Merrick is devastated when Amelia does not return his calls or texts, and then her phone is disconnected. Brokenhearted, Merrick tries to go on with his life and even tries seeing other women, but he is unable to get Amelia out of his mind, which just made my heart hurt. Months later, Merrick and Amelias paths finally cross, and Merrick quickly notices that something is seriously wrong. Amelia fell hard for Merrick during their super hot weekend. But, she has been unable to get out of an abusive relationship with a mob boss who she hasn't had feelings for in a long time. In order to protect Merrick, she disappeared. Amelia is a compassionate person and would rather put herself in danger than risk others getting hurt, which endeared her character to me. I couldn't help but feel sympathy for her in her current predicament. Needing to protect Amelia, Merrick does the one thing he never though hed have to doturn to Miles Blackwell for help. Wilcox does a consummate job of blending Miles and Kayla, the couple from Running from Forever, into Merrick and Amelias story. I really enjoyed seeing Merrick and Miles working together even if they don't completely like each other. Through these various relationships and Amelias escape from her mobster boyfriend, Wilcox completely pulls the reader in while driving the story to the heart-pounding climax.

At the end, I just loved the way the title of the book made its way into the story, leaving me with a huge smile. With enticing characters and breathtaking suspense, Permanent Lines is a hard story to put down.

I received an eBook copy of the book for the purpose of an honest review. I was not compensated for this review, and all conclusions are my own responsibility.
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From the very first page, BAD BOY BLAKE is instantly gripping and riveting. Dont let the cover fool you; yes, the book is filled with sizzling chemistry, but there are many depths and nuances to both the plot and the main characters, who are so much more than just a gorgeous bod and face. This is a strong and sensual hero and heroine who are comfortable in their own skin and know how to live life to the fullest even when confronted with challenges and danger. Balancing their strength is an excellent dose of humor. If you're like I am and deplore the trend of books with characters who seem to revel in being and staying messed up, author Lorraine Nelson is a more than welcome breath of fresh air on the romantic-suspense writing scene. Add in an intriguing mystery, a wonderful range of emotions, a page-turning plot and highly memorable characters, and this book has all the hallmarks of a winner, plus the author keeps the heat level just as passion should behot but never tawdry. Ms. Nelsons books are keepers in every way, and this book is no exception. It's one of my favorites!
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Nicole Powell's best friend, Maleah Purdue, is a strong, smart and independent woman. Trim and curvy with a peaches-and-cream complexion and sun-streaked shoulder-length blond hair, Maleah has survived an abusive childhood and a life touched by grief. She is one of the Powell Private Security and Investigation Agency's most skilled and dedicated agents.

Born to an enormously wealthy Southern family, former FBI profiler Derek Lawrence has shunned the privileged life of a trust-fund millionaire. As a top-notch profiler and consultant for the Powell Security Agency, Derek has made his mark on the world by his own terms. From the moment they first meet, Derek has been fascinated by Maleah, but Maleah has disliked and distrusted the tall, dark and dangerously handsome profiler.

Brutal murders and chilling circumstances bring the two together to track down and catch the Copycat Carver. The cunning murderer is a madman mimicking the grizzly murder methods of Jerome Browning, a serial killer locked up for life in a Georgia State prison. The copycat killer has Maleah in his sights, and he knows how to lure her into his wicked game.

One of Browning's murder victims was Maleah's college boyfriend. To help catch the Copycat Carver, Maleah must put her emotions aside and jeopardize her own welfare when she visits the psychopathic Browning in prison. As she gets closer to the truth, the evil Browning plays mind games with her, trying to trap her in his twisted fantasy world.

While Maleah and Derek begin to unearth clues and connect the dots to identify and track down the copycat killer, the body count of Powell Agency colleagues and their families rises. As Maleah and Derek begin to close in on the murderer, the danger intensifies --- and romantic sparks begin to fly.

While the mystery starts unraveling, the identity of who is behind the quest for revenge and why he is set on destroying everyone close to the Powell Agency creates more questions. The truth about the mastermind behind the evil plot and his motives tests the love, trust and future of Nic and Griff Powell.

DEAD BY MORNING, the second book in Beverly Barton's romantic suspense series, brings back familiar characters from the Powell Agency and sheds light on the secrets that connect Griff, Sanders and the mysterious Yvette. A killer in the midst, a stunning twist and the breathtaking cliffhanger will keep Barton's loyal fans reading into the wee hours --- and anticipating the trilogy's final installment, DEAD BY NIGHTFALL, in December.

Barton, who passed away suddenly just days before the novel's publication, knew how to build suspense and create intriguing characters while ratcheting up the romance, action and intrigue. She will be sorely missed.

  --- Reviewed by Donna Volkenannt
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This story starts off with a power-packed punch with Marcus Gray sitting in his car and suddenly seeing an unmanned car racing toward him in his rear view mirror. In his last moments, the images of his beloved wife and precious daughter fill his thoughts along with the knowledge that the remote-controlled car was undoubtedly filled with explosives...

Jumping ahead to one year later, the intense drama doesn't let up at all! Marcus' widowed wife Jenna Tikaani-Gray and twelve year old daughter Andrea (Andie) are on a small plane flying from out of their town Anchorage, Alaska, and headed for home along the Chena River. But disaster strikes when their pilot friend Hank, unexpectedly pulls a gun on the last-minute passenger travelling with them! Unbelievably, Hank also shoots the plane's radio. This unfamiliar passenger on Jenna's plane is able to knock the gun out of Hank's hand as well as knocking out Hank too, but their lives are in grave danger with the plane having no radio, working controls, or fuel left, and the very remote and treacherous Mt. Sultana rushing is towards them!

Cole Maddox, the mysterious man on the plane is the only one that Jenna and her daughter Andie can rely upon to help them stay alive in this freezing and hostile environment that they've crashed in to. But who is he and why was he even on the plane? Clearly a man with some secrets, can he even be trusted? When a fierce winter storm rages, along with alarming injuries to some of the survivors, elevation sickness, and Andie's rare neurological disorder, everything seems against them. In addition to this, there are people that want to kill them no matter what it takes. Can they all manage to possibly survive?

No Safe Haven is a relentless tale of suspense, danger, and intrigue. From jaw-dropping moments to tissue-grabbing occasions, this story is an undeniable page-turner that will be near impossible to put down! Add to all that a sweet romance and you've got yourself a story you'll cherish.
Woven throughout this story also is the eloquently explained message of salvation... movingly expressed and perfect for those who could benefit from this important message without being too preachy.

The characters are all well-developed, interesting and unique, and I fell in love with the bright, feisty and charming Andie straight away! She had a heart of compassion for others and a deep love for God. But this enchanting child unfortunately suffers from HSAN (Hereditary Sensory Autonomic Neuropathy), an extremely rare nerve disorder where she cannot sweat or feel pain. What were hazardous situations already, became even more dangerous for this courageous young girl.
And what made this incredible story even more so amazing and real, was when I discovered that Andie was based on co-author Kayla Woodhouse who suffers from this disorder in reality. I remain deeply inspired by this beautiful mother and daughter duo and thank them both for this exciting and brilliant story while bringing awareness to this very rare condition!
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This is a really good romantic suspense that had me guessing from the beginning till the end. I find myself feeling invested and totally engaged in both the romance and the suspense department. I kinda suspected everyone in the picture, so when the truth was revealed I'm not that shocked. But was surprised by some revelation nonetheless.

Trace and Shannon were some sort of childhood friends. She was the rich girl, while he was the hired help. Their friendship ended in a tragedy when Shannon's mum was killed and Shannon's statement help to put Trace behind bars for a crime he did not commit.

Twelve years later, Trace is now out for parole. His whole family was destroyed, only his sister, Beverly left. There is so much bitterness in him for the wrongfulness he had endured and the way the townsfolk treated him didn't help with the matter at hand. When Shannon seek him out, things just gets ugly.

Shannon questioned the truth and wanted Trace help to bring back her repressed memory. Trace was reluctant to dig up old memories and he basically gave up on clearing his name. She wanted to remember, but he wanted to forget.

With new evidences pilling up, they both no longer can ignore that the real murder is still at large and should be brought to justice. Together they both tried to dig up old buried memories, some sweet, some bitter, some ugly, but Shannon relish remembering Trace as the boy she long to be with since she was a wee teenage girl. I felt the most lovely recount was of how Trace took care of her and wanted to protect her from her family.

Their interaction started off with bitterness and hatred, then came understanding and then turn angst. Shannon being engaged to a prosecutor put her blossoming relationship with Trace at an impasse because she fear to let go of the life she built. I wanted her to dump her fiance so bad, but I understand her reluctant and she needs time to figure things out for herself.

I agree there isn't much sex scenes, but the few that we had were totally memorable and much meaningful compare to having meaningless sex just to make up the page count.

Overall, Within Temptation offer a perfect balance of romance and suspense. The plot just pull me in and can't put it down until I had everything figure out. This is a standalone, the next one will feature Trace's brother, Cole who is currently still in the mental health institute. I am totally intrigued for his story.
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This was such a fun, glued-to-the-pages, suspenseful, swoony read!

Lila has special powers that no one knows of. She can move things with her mind. She is mugged one day, uses her powers to defend herself, and almost lets things go too far. In a panic, she packs a bag, gets on a plane and leaves London, where she lives with her Dad, to run to her brother, Jack in California. Well, truthfully she runs to Alex, her brother's best friend and Jack. Lila has been in love with Alex since she was five years old, when she broke her leg and Alex bundled her up in his jacket, and brought her back home. Alex has always been there for her when any tragedy struck, holding her hand. The last tragedy Alex was there for her was five years earlier, when Lila's mother was murdered. Lila's father packed her up from the States, and took her back to England, immediately after the funeral. Jack stayed back, and along with Alex, dropped out of school and joined the military. Jack and Alex work in a super secret, special ops branch of the military. Upon arriving, Lila realizes Alex and Jack are very worried about her protection, and they make sure she's guarded at all times. More than that though, when Lila sees Alex again for the first time in five years; she realizes that she is hopelessly, head-over-heels in love. This girl has it bad! Let me tell you Lila is swooning over Alex like you can't believe for most of the book, and I was too, right there with her. Here's a quote to drool over (I guess this is a little spoilery, so look away if you don't want to know):

He finished tying the knot and looked me in the face and I felt my gaze fall from his eyes to his lips and back again. "Why are you giving it back to me?" I asked. He pressed his thumb to my bottom lip and I heard an intake of air. That was me, I thought, before my head started to spin. Then he bent his head and kissed me. Just lightly, for a short few seconds before drawing away again.

*Faints*

This story hooks you in the first page. There is action, adventure, and a lot of plot twists and turns to keep you on the edge of your seat. I love superhero stories. I've always thought it would be so cool to have Buffy, super-girl strength but when you think of it, what good would that do me? Am I going to go around beating people up? Lila's superhero power is infinitely more useful. This book left me with quite a few questions.  While we're not left on a violence inducing cliffhanger (thank goodness!), I'm already dying for the next book: Losing Lila.
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Mystery, suspense and romance create a fast-paced and engaging read in "Agent in Old Lace" by Tristi Pinkston.

Shannon Tanner's world turns upside down when she realizes her boyfriend Mark isn't the Prince Charming she thought he was. When she discovers his secret, Mark turns on her and Shannon's life is suddenly in danger.

The FBI assigns a female agent to go undercover as Shannon's roomate to see if they can flush out Mark. But when this agent is injured right before the assignment, the FBI must turn to their top agent, Rick Holden.

For a while things seem like they will be okay. Rick is by Shannon's side--even though he's wearing a dress most of the time--and Mark might have taken off for good. When Shannon's best friend Tate is kidnapped, Shannon realizes that only way to stop Mark once and for all is to make Rick move out. Can Shannon lure Mark out into the open? And if she does, can Rick save her before it's too late?

After enjoying Tristi's novel, "Season of Sacrifice", I knew I wanted to read "Agent in Old Lace" when it came out. This is a decidely different book than "Season of Sacrifice", but it is equally as engaging and riveting.

Shannon discovers her life isn't quite as perfect as it seems and she suddenly finds herself in danger from the man who supposedly loves her. In steps Rick Holden, the dashing FBI agent who ends up having to room with her to keep her safe from Mark. That proves challenging because everyone knows Shannon would never have a male roommate, so Rick becomes a woman. This leads to many funny scenes that help to break up the suspense of Mark being on the loose and waiting for the chance to get back at Shannon.

One of the subplots of "Agent in Old Lace" is that while all this is going on, Shannon's father is fighting for his life from some mysterious illness that the doctors have yet to identify. This raises the stakes for Shannon because she needs to worry about her father's health, her mother's safety, and trying to draw Mark out without getting killed. Pinkston certainly knows how to push characters to their limits.

While the formula has been done before, the extra element of faith that is added to "Agent in Old Lace makes" this romantic suspense novel unique. All the main characters are LDS, and Shannon uses the power of prayer on more than one occasion to help bring her through her troubles.

Fans of romantic suspense will be flocking to "Agent of Old Lace" by Tristi Pinkston. Don't miss this one. It's worth every penny!
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Suspense-filled story with twists and turns...and a little bit love story too
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This story is action-packed and full of surprises from the opening to the very last page!

Gianna is a modern day heroine with a nursing degree that she uses to help the disadvantaged in an inner city clinic and as a entrepreneur with a medical technology company that promises to be a game changer with regards to medical records.  Joe is a trauma surgeon with ties to Gianna's family and a widower with a painful past.  Both have secrets that as they unravel connect and define them in ways that they cannot quite imagine.

I loved both the hero and heroine in this story, whose romance progressed authentically with a few bumps in the road.  Gianna was consistently strong, wise, courageous (without being ridiculous), and demanding of Joe in ways that made her the consummate modern day heroine.  Joe was moody and somewhat of an alpha male, who also knew when to confront and when to back down.

The plot was great at combining constant suspense that kept you guessing who exactly the bad guys were and delivering thrilling moments at unexpected moments (the gang scene and car bombs).  Secondary characters were well-developed including the man with the twitch to both further the suspense and romantic plots.  Romantic suspense novels often favor the romance or the suspense, but I felt that Ms. Rizzo did an excellent job of devoting attention to both equally well.  While I knew who the villain was before the end, there were still surprises and twists that kept the suspense alive.

I also loved that this was a complete romantic story that explored an earlier crush without making our heroine seem swept away in the romance and did not abruptly end the romance once the suspense seemed to end.

Silent Sentry is long, but it is a great story that is well worth the extra pages!
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Right from the start I could not put this down!  Tempted Into Danger had everything I crave for in a romantic suspense story.  It had pulse-racing action, delicious slow-burning romance, plenty of tension, and a fast-paced storyline filled with thrills and unexpected moments.  The setting in the Panamanian rain forest was exotic and made for such an exciting back drop.

I thought Vanessa and Diego complemented each other very well.  Both characters go through their own journey of personal growth and change.  What each had gone through in their past tugged at my heart.  I loved how they drew strength and learned from each other as they fought to survive.  The story takes place over a few days.  Even in that short time-frame, Cutler was able to pull off a believable romance that is slowly-built and satisfying.  My only gripe is that there was no epilogue.  I hope that we do see some sort of update about them later on.

If you're a fan of romance suspense of the black ops variety, or if you like the kind of romance where the true action hero falls hard for the girl with the brilliant mind, then I highly recommend Tempted Into Danger.  Melissa Cutler is a new-to-me author.  I'll be waiting for more!  Who is the next book about?  Ryan's I hope!!!

*** A complimentary copy was provided for an honest review ***
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I really enjoyed this latest addition to the Red Stone Security series. A well-paced romantic suspense, this was just what I was looking for when I needed a "book escape" for a few hours. Athena & Quinn's romance was a sort of "second chance" romance, because Quinn made a colossal mistake a few months earlier & walked away from her. I have to say, I'm glad he figured out that he'd been a jerk & was quick to remedy the situation when he was lucky enough to run into her again at a Red Stone get-together. From the get-go, it was clear that these two had not just a really intense attraction, but also an easy acceptance of each other. They bantered easily, had quiet talks about more serious matters, and just seemed to be the perfect pairing! As for the suspense portion of the story...the villain was really creepy. I was thrilled to see him get what was coming to him! I love that these stories are just intense enough to keep me flipping pages (totally losing track of time),but not so creepy that I'll lose sleep over them! As always (because this IS one of my favorite series), I enjoyed all the glimpses of the Red Stone crew-Travis, Grant, Belle, Iris, and all the others. The way they all care for and support one another just adds to my love for the series!

My favorite lines from the story: "Hmm, eight year difference. Not exactly robbing the cradle, but I think I might have to rethink this whole thing between us." *Loved everything about this scene-sexy & fun!
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Julie Garwood delivers a brilliant story that chills and thrills, combined with drama and intense suspense from beginning to end. FBI agent Grayson Kincaid meets the beautiful, young attorney as she walks in the middle of a sting operation that has been gathering evidence for months, and turns it into complete chaos. Grayson becomes attracted to her instantly, mesmerized by her beauty. However, his partner is furious with Olivia for messing up the case. Olivia fights back, despite his bullying and is not afraid, because she is the IRS. But, she begins to ask the wrong people questions, and walks into danger. The drama becomes as intense as the suspense. Enjoyable, Brilliant, and Entertaining. Highly Recommended for all romantic fiction lovers!