September 2, 2019 8:46 am
I’m reading this series with a Goodreads group. It’s a spinoff of the Titanium Security series we recently completed. I will be posting reviews every month as we read each book.
Special Agent Ethan Cruz is back in his hometown with his HRT members, partly for training but primarily to prepare for an operation to take down the enforcers of a dangerous drug czar who is awaiting trial. While there, he sees Marisol Lorenzo, his childhood friend who always had a crush on him and is now an Assistant U. S. Attorney out of the Miami office. She’s overseeing the trial and he’s worried for her security, feeling that Marisol may be unprepared for how brutal this man can be. However, she’s no longer the young kid he left behind, but a beautiful and capable woman handling a major case assignment.
I really enjoyed seeing Ethan in his element, amongst his family and hometown friends, as it gave him more layers and dimensions. It was wonderful to continue to see diversity in these stories. Marisol’s story was also enjoyable as her relationship with Ethan evolved from an adolescent adoration to an adult romance. Even though he was, at times, much too protective, his instincts were right on target. The threats were real and the level of danger the highest. I loved getting the point of view of the assassin as his was not your typical story, challenging my own thinking about him.
This was a really good story, though a bit of a slow start for me, but once it got going, I was hooked. There is a big surprise that came during the highly climactic ending that very much caught me off guard. And, I don’t think it’s fully resolved but I could be wrong (not!). It was exciting with a really good romance.
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Posted by Jonetta | Blue Mood Café
Categories: Romantic Suspense
Tags: 2019 Beat the Backlist Challenge, Reviews
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Great review, Jonetta! Sounds like a fascinating series. Will be looking forward to your monthly reviews.
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By happytonic on September 2, 2019 at 9:06 am
Thanks, Toni! This author writes great action scenes and stories. We’re very much enjoying it.
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By Jonetta (Ejaygirl) | Blue Mood Café on September 2, 2019 at 10:07 am
Lovely review, Jonetta! Even with the slow start it sounds as if this has been a consistent series! Happy Labor Day!
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By jennifertarheelreader on September 2, 2019 at 12:14 pm
Thanks, Jennifer! Yes, this has been a fun reading experience, especially with a group.
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By Jonetta (Ejaygirl) | Blue Mood Café on September 2, 2019 at 3:03 pm
Add me to the people who will be looking for your monthly review, Jonetta! Hoping this series will be fantastic.
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By yayareadslotsofbooks on September 2, 2019 at 7:47 pm
Thanks, Marialyce! We’re really enjoying the series.
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By Jonetta (Ejaygirl) | Blue Mood Café on September 2, 2019 at 8:22 pm
I haven’t read romantic suspense in awhile and this sounds great. Glad you are hooked Jonetta! I’ll check it out! ❤
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By Holly B / Dressedtoread on September 3, 2019 at 9:36 am
It’s one of my favorite genres, Holly. Hope you do find it appealing!
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By Jonetta (Ejaygirl) | Blue Mood Café on September 3, 2019 at 9:40 am
Sounds like it’s pretty captivating, Jonetta! I hope it continues to be a great series for you!
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By Stephanie on September 3, 2019 at 2:07 pm
Thanks, Stephanie!
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By Jonetta (Ejaygirl) | Blue Mood Café on September 3, 2019 at 2:16 pm
You’re welcome!
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By Stephanie on September 3, 2019 at 2:23 pm