LETHAL NIGHTS (BRUTE FORCE #3)

Ilya Dragonovich is no stranger to the dark side. As a safe-house owner for security agency Brute Force, Dragon knows that the battle line between good and evil runs through the heart of every man―and, sometimes, a beautiful woman…

Emma Jane Preston needs help. After her marriage crumbled, she believed she could get back to a normal, happy life. But her ex-husband moved among some shady characters, and now she needs the kind of protection that comes at a cost―one that only someone like Dragon can provide. But can Emma Jane trust this handsome, undercover operator to keep her safe when she is in danger of falling into the arms of the deeply seductive, fiery Dragon…and never letting go?

Release Date: September 24, 2019

St. Martin’s Press

Brute Force #3

Romantic Suspense

Review copy provided by publisher

Nikki’s Review:

Lora Leigh is one of my unicorn authors. I have devoured her novels for years! I was so excited to dive into her newest book.

Ilya is a typical Lora Leigh hero, which I adore. He’s growly, stubborn, alpha, and oozes hot sexy times! Emma is the kind of heroine that I really like. She’s spunky, sassy, independent, and kind. She also has that vulnerability that I like to see in a heroine. 

The chemistry between the two was off the charts. It just kept building and building. By the time things came to a head, I thought I was going to scream “thank god!”. Lora Leigh knows how to keep the reader on their toes when it comes to the rising lust between her characters. 

As much as I liked this book, I struggled a bit. There’s constant mention of dragons. Dragon tribes, dragon bloodlines, dragon mates, and other mystical type of stuff. I started to wonder if I was reading a paranormal romance rather than romantic suspense. I think the flow of the story would have worked better had those things not been so prominent. I started to skim over those parts. 

One thing I can always count on with a Lora Leigh novel is the intricately woven suspense storyline. There was a great balance of romance and action. 

This book wasn’t my favourite in the series. It didn’t grab me quite like the first two books did, but I am definitely looking forward to the next installment! 

 Rating: 3 Stars (B)

DAGGER'S EDGE (BRUTE FORCE #2)

Ivan Resnova wants nothing more than to escape his hard, brutal past. Starting over is not so easy once you've been a powerful crime boss but now, instead of being punished for his alleged crimes, Ivan fears that the one woman he can't forget is in danger of paying the price.

Crimsyn "Syn" Delaney thought the danger she'd faced was over, and that she could resume her life. She never imagined it would return with a vengeance and throw her back into Ivan's world. But when an attempt is made on her life, she needs Ivan more than ever to keep her safe--even if she is in danger of falling deeply and dangerously in love. . .

Release Date: August 28, 2018

St. Martin’s Press

Brute Force #2

Romantic Suspense

Review copy provided by publisher

Nikki’s Review:

I struggled a bit with this one. I absolutely love Lora Leigh's romantic suspense books, but there was something about the hero and heroines relationship that didn't quite pull at me like her other characters in the past. I think it was because it felt somewhat forced. There's tons of lust and sex, but the emotion wasn't quite there.

I liked Journey. She had been handed a crap deal in life. She's never really known love. Her family has always treated her horribly. In spite of that, she's really strong. She's soft where she needed to be; vulnerable when appropriate. I liked the many facets of her personality.

Ivan is your typical over the top alpha male. Lora Leigh's books are always full of those! And I love them! He's a bit of an anti-hero. He kinda toes the line between an honest life and organized crime. 

I liked these two characters separately, but I couldn't connect to them as a couple, at least not easily.

It wouldn't be a Lora Leigh book if it didn't have off the charts smouldering hot sex scenes. I do so look forward to those! 

Overall, the plot was great. I didn't have a clue who the bad guy was. I like being surprised, because it means the author did a great job weaving the mystery storyline. 

I'm really looking forward to the next book in the series. I never miss a book by this amazing author!

Rating: 3 Stars (B)

COLLISION POINT (BRUTE FORCE #1)

Riordan “Rory” Malone is a force to be reckoned with. A member of the Brute Force Protection Agency and an operative working with the Elite Ops, Rory is the fiercest of warriors and protectors. Honed from the strong Irish stock of their grandfather and sharpened to a razor’s edge, Malone men live for one single purpose: to protect the women who own them, body and soul. From the moment he saw Amara Resnova, he knew she could be that woman.

But Amara, daughter of an alleged notorious crime lord, is a force in her own right. When she betrays her father, she’s finds herself in the arms of a man who is dangerous for her body and soul.

Can Rory keep Amara safe while protecting his own heart? Can Amara trust Rory not to break hers even as the danger mounts, threatening to take them and their passion to a breaking point?

Release Date: February 27, 2018

St. Martin’s Press

Brute Force #1

Romantic Suspense

Review copy provided by publisher

Nikki’s Review:

This book brought me so joy. Seriously, there is nothing like a heart racing romantic suspense book by Lora Leigh to make my day.

This book, in my opinion, has an "old Lora Leigh" feeling. It's like she went back to her roots with this one. I love her writing, but her Elite Ops series from years ago holds a special place. This new series seems to be a spin off from that. Characters from the Elite Ops make appearances, which makes my heart sing. 

Riordan and Amara lit up the pages with every smouldering glance they shared. Sweet baby Jesus, Lora Leigh is one of a few authors who can still make me blush. I loved the possessiveness that Riordan had over Amara. It was all alpha and growly, and kinda made me swoon. 

One of the things that I can expect from a romantic suspense by this author is she will share the details. Lots and lots of details. It's not information overload, but it's a well thought out and plotted series of twist and turns. I found myself gasping out loud and using my amateur sleuthing skills to try and unravel the intricate web. So much freakin' fun!

Amara has lost a year of memories. She doesn't remember loving Riordan, but she senses that she needs him and that he was important. Riordan is determined to find out the secrets that are locked in her mind...and to have her back in his life. 

All the ingredients needed to make a thrilling romantic suspense are in this book; betrayal, secrets, alpha heroes, and sexy times. I don't want to give away the details of the plot because the fun part is going on the journey and watching the mystery unfold. 

If you're in the market for a book that has a panty-melting hero, a strong heroine, captivating writing, and love scenes that'll bring you to your knees...this one is for you! Collision Point is a brilliant start to this new series.

Rating: 4 Stars (A)