Exciting, suspenseful romance!
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Late for Fate is a fast-paced, romantic, and wild ride! Lori M. Jones latest novel was a page-turner from the start full of plenty of action and twists and turns. Jezebel is hoping to meet a nice guy, and her Magic 8-Ball tells her that she will. As she boards the Metro on her way home from work, she meets the handsome Kirk and they immediately start into polite chit-chat. Suddenly the Metro crashes, everything is chaos, but she is saved by a mysterious stranger and luckily only has some minor injuries. A few weeks later she gets a call from Kirk wanting to get together and to make sure that she is o.k. Jezebel meets Kirk and although she is confused and hesitant about his marital status of being separated, she struggles to resist her attraction to him. In the mean time, the law firm where she works is in the middle of sexual discrimination and harassment suit involving a high profile attorney and his secretary. Jezebel has no idea how intertangled her professional and love life have become, and she has no idea the lies and the deceit that she has been exposed to.

So, I really enjoyed this novel and read it from beginning to end in one sitting. Its suspenseful, well-written, and provides many surprises that you will never see coming. I liked Jezebel although at times I was frustrated by how clueless she was regarding Kirk. My feelings for Kirk flip-flopped back and forth between liking him, loving him, and hating him! Nicole was a horrible person but a very well-written character. After reading I sat and reflected on what a crappy person that she was and how much her and Kirk deserved to spend the rest of their lives being miserable for everything they did to each other and to other people. But I always see it as a tribute to the authors writing when characters frustrate me this much I cant say a lot more about the story without giving spoilers but this was a fantastic read and I think anyone that loves romance mixed with suspense will enjoy this novel. Personally, I think this novel deserves a sequel so that we can learn more about what happens with Jezebel, but of course, thats up to the author!
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I really enjoyed this book. The sexy men, the strong beautiful women, the mystery and excitement and most of all - the romance. Not as steamy as I usually like but just as sexy. The story itself was very fun, exciting, and "earthy". Every characters role was necessary and needed, not just thrown in for fluff and I love that. I can't wait to see what happens next and what secrets are revealed! So suspenseful and exciting.
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Steamy yet romantic - a great combination that makes for an exciting read! Can't wait to read book #2  in the series!
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An exciting suspense filled romance that kept me entertained. Slightly predictable but overall a good read.

When Maggie Sinclair left without a word a year ago for another undercover assignment, Quinn McCade didn't think he's ever see her again. Now she's calling and asking for his help. He should say no but his heart won't let him.

Maggie is desperate, obviously, she called Quinn. The one man who probably hates her more than any one else. He's also the only one she can trust. She's been working over a year to bust up a prostitution ring but after removing two girls, her cover is blown and she needs Quinn's help.

It's full of suspense and romance and it's a book I would definitely recommend.
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I loved this latest romance from the talented Ms. Martin!  Set in a location that is not given much attention, (Yukon, and Alaska), and containing such topic's like the gold rush, inherited memories, and sizzeling romance, and suspense make this a fast paced, page turning read!
McCall Hawkins has come to the Yukon to heal after the death of his wife and child.  He has been hiding for four years and really perfers the peace and quite of his mountain hide-a-way.  That is all about to change when Charity  Sinclair arrives.
Charity has left everything behind in New York in order to realize her dream of going to the Yukon and mining for gold.  She isn't doing it to get rich, but more because she has always felt an unusual draw to the mountains.  What she doesn't count on is her cranky but sexy as sin nextdoor neighbor, or her attraction to him or his attitude about her arrival.  Well, Charity has come to stay, at least for the 6 months that she set for herself and she won't let Call buy her off any sooner then that!  Oh, and she plans on mining for gold, so goodbye peace and quite!
Soon she finds herself being rescued by her sexy neighbor from bears, and a nasty neighbor whom works for her in her little mining operation, and as a result they find themselves fighting a loosing battle with the attraction that they feel for each other.  Eventually Call learns to love again, and Charity, well, Charity learns a lot about her past, her present, and gold mining, as well as what it feels like to fall in love totally and completely.
This is not a high suspense novel, suspense is involved but not the driving force behind the story.  Still love romance between these two very different people was entertaining and fun.  Do yourself a favor and get the book, you won't be disappointed!
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This is a suspenseful, steamy romance that is part of the Masters & Mercenaries Crossover Collection but is a total standalone. Talia Shaw made an amazing breakthrough on a life saving drug and is now on the run to save both herself and the formula. The only person she can trust to keep her safe is her brothers best friend and her long time crush. Bodyguard, Shane Landon, has been attracted to Talia since grade school but thought he wasn't the right man for her. Now that she is under his protection, he sees that she just might be the perfect fit for his hectic and dangerous life. Their fiery attraction becomes explosive as they spend more time together on the run. But they might not have the future they desire if they can't escape the ruthless men after them. I enjoyed this fast paced, thrilling romance. It kept me on the edge, completely engaged, and was totally satisfied.
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Hearts Racing is an excellent romance with just the right touch of suspense to keep you on the edge of your seat. I loved the way Ms. Smith handled the multiple point of views, something rarely seen in this genre, but it definitely added to the suspense of the story. Set in Alberta, it was a trip down memory lane for me, reminding me of places I'd visited years before. Well done. I'd recommend this book to those who enjoy cowboy stories as well as mysteries.
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Reluctant Burglar is a wonderful mix of romance and suspense and kept me turning pages, rooting for both hero and heroine, right up until the end. The "who-done-it" factor held plenty of twists and turns, and I was happily kept in suspense, not figuring out the mystery too soon.

I've had a glimpse of Jill Nelson's work in the past, but this book went beyond my expectations - a compelling read!

I look forward to reading the next in this series and will definitely keep an eye on this author.
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Beneath the Surface by Lynn H. Blackburn is an exciting romantic suspense novel. I was very pleased with this story. It offered suspense, mystery, and some romance. As the plot raced on, I found myself curious about who was behind the murders and what would happen next.

The leading female protagonist has a slight idea but could not see the whole picture. I appreciated this, because it kept me in the dark as to who was behind it all. The building romance between the leading protagonists was fun to follow. Both had a crush on each other but did not realize it until an investigation dangers them both. Ryan is best of buds with the brother of the woman he loves. Kirk is the big protective brother of Leigh. Leigh always held a secret crush on Ryan. This complicates things further and made the connection to the characters easier. I loved them all. Kirk, Ryan, Gabe, and Leigh were my favorite group of characters. They're the good guys. Beneath the Surface offers a lot of intrigue. The characterization and action propelled me through the pages quickly. It was hard to put this book down...overall, I highly recommend to all readers.

I received this copy from the publisher. This is my voluntary review.
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Farewell Apathy is a page turning, pulse quickening suspenseful romance.  Just a few months ago, I was introduced to Jenn Hype, an up and coming author whose NA series, Pretending, left me wanting to read more.  So, when I had the chance to read an advanced copy of her newest release, Farewell Apathy, I jumped at it. Ms. Hype takes a departure from the comedic tone in her debut series and leads us down a path of sinister plots and shadowy villains.  While the love story is the heart of this book, its also a real whodunit that has absolutely NO chill. Whatsoever.  From page 1 the story takes off and it doesnt slow down until the very last page.  Our heroine, Brailey is recovering from a head trauma that has caused her to lose her memory.  With no real sense of who she was before the trauma, Brailey decides to build a life that fits how she perceives herself now. We see Brailey struggle to decide which part of her personality will assert itself  the strong, willful Brailey or the unsure, frightened Brailey.  The strong Brailey usually wins out.  But, she is still extremely vulnerable.  Essentially dependent on her friend Mark for any substantive information on her past.  She has dreams and flashbacks that she cant be sure are memories.  The only person she is sure of is her friend Keegan who acts as a bodyguard and tough love coach for Brailey throughout this story. At the same time, she meets Wyatt her neighbor who she is not quite sure she can trust, but who she cant stay away from.  While reading this book, I didn't know who to trust and therefore trusted no one (except for Wyatt).  I was on the edge of my seat the entire time.  Let me just talk about Wyatt for minute.  What a guyto Brailey he seemed hot and cold, but it was clear he was conflicted about his role in Braileys life. I won't spoil the story for you by giving you more details than that, but I loved Wyatt all the way through the book and I thought he was a wonderful foil for Brailey. When they hit their stride as a couple, they fit so well together.  I loved them.  This story has so many twists and turns that it will keep you gripped from the moment you start reading until the VERY last word.  If you like some suspense with your romance, this will do you RIGHT!  If you think you don't like NA, give this a chance because Ms. Hype knows how to write our characters in a way that even my old ass can relate to.
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Gabriel is out of chances when he gets the call to protect Ruby. The senators daughter has a crazy stalker, but her family.... What a story! Great characters, good guys and bad. A suspenseful romance that left me with tingles! Great read! Enjoy!!!
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is a well written romantic love story filled with danger, action & suspense! There is also of course the hot hot hot chemistry between the 2 main characters that will leave you wanting more! A great quick exciting read
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Sworn To Protect is a fabulous combination of suspense, mystery, and romance. The story centers around Quinn Brody and Athena Manikas. At an office party for her new job, Athena sees the guy who, two months before, broke things off with her because she was a virgin. Realizing his mistake, Quinn hopes for a second chance. After a few encounters at work, Athena is finding it harder to remember why she should resist him. When she finds herself in trouble, it's Quinn that she calls, and he is determined to protect her.
This is much more than an ordinary second-chance romance. It is skillfully written, maximizing the storyline to its full potential. The amount of angst in the story is perfect (which is not easy in this kind of romance). The romance between the lead characters really heats up the pages, too. Their chemistry and passion for each other are sizzling hot. Even though Quinn made a stupid mistake when he dumped Athena, you still find yourself rooting for him.
I highly recommend this book. I will be reading it many more times myself.
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4.5 STARS

This is a thrilling suspense, fast paced, engaging, intriguing, and much more. Ciaran and Sloane are amazing characters, very likable and believable. I love the connection between this two and how the relationship develops.

They both are keeping secrets from their past, and as we follow them through their journey, we get to fell in love with this two. There are twists and turns, drama, and something we didn't see coming.

I really enjoyed this read. The story is well-developed, well-written, and well-plotted.

I highly recommend it!

Review copy courtesy of the publisher via NetGalley.
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This is Book 2 in Madeline's Mercenary Maidens series, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. This is the story of Delilah Canterbury and Kaid MacLeod. Said desperately needs to save his clan from a vicious and heartless laird from a different clan. Kaid needs the help of Delilah to succeed, but there are many obstacles in their way.

Will Delilah agree to help him? Will an attraction form between them, or will they hate each other? Will Kaid be successful in what he needs to do, or will he and his clan be destroyed?

Read this very well-written story with very interesting characters to find out. The story moves at a very nice pace, and it has suspense, intrigue, humor and romance all rolled into one exciting and entertaining story. Highly recommended!
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This will show up under my husband's name because our account is under it - my name is Peggy-Sue.
I loved this book!! The characters were well developed and easily to connect with. I was rooting for them throughout the story. The suspense was real and anxiety - provoking because I felt like I knew the characters and therefore I wanted them to be okay. And the romance was passionate and steamy! Wow! A definite must-read for anyone who loves a good romance novel. I look forward to more books by this author!
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Interesting read! The Hero is the first book of the Sons of Texas and Owen's story.
The Hero blew me away. It's a suspense and romance in 1 book and a book about second chance at love. The story and the characters are good. The characters, Owen and Natalie are lovers from the past, but things changed - something happened that will again cross their paths. I love how I was easily pulled into the story of Owen and Natalie. I also love how Ms. Donna caught my interest on the suspense - and also the romance in the story. I also love the mystery of the characters' adventure. Ms. Donna did a good job in writing this book! Liked it!