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Black List (Black's Bandits - Book 1): HOT Heroes for Hire: Mercenaries by [Lynn Raye Harris]

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Jace Kaiser is a man without a country, without connection. His only loyalty is to the group who saved him, and the man who leads them.
Until her...

The assignment should have been easy. Capture a deadly assassin and take her to HQ. But flawed intel leads to disaster, and Jace abducts a beautiful art appraiser instead. Intrigued by her courage, he's drawn to her in ways he can't explain. Dr. Madeline Cole stood up to him, fought for her identity, and never backed down. She's the kind of woman he could fall for if it wasn't so dangerous--for her.

Then Maddy is targeted for elimination because she's the sole person who can identify the mysterious female assassin--and the only thing standing between her and certain death is the sexy mercenary who swears he'll die before he lets anything happen to her. As the passion between them ignites, it seems clear that keeping Maddy safe has become the most important assignment of Jace's life.

Even then, protecting her might not be enough--because Jace has secrets that could destroy them both. And someone is determined to unmask them all...

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07Q11NKC4
Publisher ‏ : ‎ H.O.T. Publishing, LLC (April 23, 2019)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 23, 2019
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2909 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 352 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1941002439
Lending ‏ : ‎ Enabled

Best Sellers Rank: #135,821 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #4,934 in Military Romance (Kindle Store)
- #5,238 in Military Romance (Books)
- #10,081 in Romantic Suspense (Kindle Store)

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Lynn Raye Harris is a Southern girl, military wife, wannabe cat lady, and horse lover. She's also the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the HOSTILE OPERATIONS TEAM Ⓡ SERIES of military romances, and 20 books about sexy billionaires for Harlequin.

A former finalist for the Romance Writers of America's Golden Heart Award and the National Readers Choice Award, Lynn lives in Alabama with her handsome former-military husband, one fluffy princess of a cat, and a very spoiled American Saddlebred horse who enjoys bucking at random in order to keep Lynn on her toes.

Lynn's books have been called "exceptional and emotional," "intense," and "sizzling" - and have sold in excess of 4.5 million copies worldwide.

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Books by Lynn:

Hostile Operations Team Ⓡ

Strike Team 1 Series:

Reckless Heat (#0) ~ prequel

HOT Pursuit (#1)

HOT Mess (#2)

Dangerously HOT (#3)

HOT Package (#4)

HOT Shot (#5)

HOT Rebel (#6)

HOT Ice (#7)

HOT & Bothered (#8)

HOT Protector (#9)

HOT Addiction (#10)

HOT Valor (#11)

A HOT Christmas Miracle (#12)

Strike Team 2 Series:

HOT Angel (#1)

HOT Secrets (#2)

HOT Justice (#3)

HOT Storm (#4) ~ Coming Soon!

HOT Witness ~ Liliana Hart's MacKenzie world

HOT SEAL Team Series:

HOT SEAL (#1)

HOT SEAL Lover (#2)

HOT SEAL Rescue (#3)

HOT SEAL Bride (#4)

HOT SEAL Redemption (#5)

HOT SEAL Target (#6)

HOT SEAL Hero (#7)

HOT SEAL Devotion (#8)

HOT Heroes for Hire: Mercenaries Series, aka Black's Bandits:

Black List (#1)

Black Tie (#2)

Black Out (#3)

Black Knight (#4)

Black Heart (#5)

Filthy Rich Billionaires:

Filthy Rich Revenge

Filthy Rich Prince

7 Brides for 7 Blackthornes Series:

Ross (#3)

7 Brides for 7 Brothers Series:

Max (#5)

7 Brides for 7 Soldiers Series:

Wyatt (#4)

Harlequin Presents:

20 titles

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Elizabeth Yost

Another hit from Lynn Raye Harris!

Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2019

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Well, it's official, Lynn Raye Harris is brilliant at what she does. I just finished reading her new release, BLACK LIST. It is the first book in the series, it's about Ian Black and his Black Bandits. The series starts with Jace and Maddy's story. It didn't take long for me to fall in love with Jace, he is the ultimate "bad boy" and Maddy is a strong, independent woman who steals Jace's heart. It isn't an easy road for the two of them, there are road blocks in front of them, but in the end, they learn to trust each other. I couldn't stop reading this book, it has suspense, romance, and action all rolled into one. I would definitely recommend this book to my friends. Way to go, Lynn, another five star read!

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The First in a new series that you MUST read.

Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2019

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Lynn Raye Harris - Black List (Black's Bandits - Book 1): H.O.T. Heroes for Hire: Mercenaries (April 23, 2019)

Genre: Contemporary/Military Romance
Heat Level: Hot
Stars: 5

In Ms. Harris' style, the first installment takes off at rocket speed and doesn't let up until you close the book. Black's Bandits is a spin-off of the Hostile Operations Team (H.O.T.) series and one I have been waiting for with great excitement and anticipation.

Sprinkled throughout the H.O.T. Series, Ian Black has shown up at the right time for many of the H.O.T. missions. Colonel John VIPER Mendez, H.O.T. leader, has stated that Black is a mystery and has wondered if he is the enemy, a disavowed C.I.A. agent that isn't disavowed at all, or maybe a mercenary for hire. Regardless, Ian Black has helped Mendez and his men on several occasions, so for now, Mendez will count him as one of the good guys.

The first installment is about Jace Kaiser, who Ian Black saved seven (7) years ago after his parents and sister were taken away by the Russians and killed. For seven (7 ) years, Jace has traveled the world for Black Defense International, doing whatever was required to take the bad guys down and make the world a little better place to live. Jace has no intention of ever settling down, He knows Russia has a target on his back and anyone that he cared for would become a target too. That was until he met Dr. Madeline Cole.

Jace's assignment was to take out an assassin, Calypso, and take her to H.Q. The mission didn't go as planned. Instead of taking Calypso, he kidnapped Dr. Madeline Cole. When it became clear that Madeline (Maddy) was targeted for elimination, Jace pledges to protect her with his life. As time continues, they grow closer, and Jace must pull away, for Maddy's own good. He will walk away as soon as Maddy is safe. He can't allow her to be on the run from the Russians too.

There are twists and turns in any good book, but I didn't see one coming for Jace. Someone from his past shows up that not only surprises Jace but the entire team. Will Jace be able to walk away, will Maddy allow him to walk. Find out and start reading one of the best authors for military romance, mystery, covert thrillers you can find.

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Krissy

Gteat start to the series

Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2022

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The first book in the series and it's packed with suspense, intrigue, action and so much sizzling slow burn hotness! The series introduces some of the characters in the Black Bandits team that is under Ian Black. But the main focus is on Jace and Maddy; their first time meeting was tumultuous and things had to get crazy before they got better, so their road to HEA was paved with danger. Loved both Jace and Maddy individually and together they brought out the best in each other and helped each other heal and find peace. Loved the heart pounding moments that kept me on the edge of my seat and I'm now hooked on the series!

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I’ve lived a thousand lives

Amazing

Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2022

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Great story, loved the characters and their relationship. It was emotional and I read it one sitting. The twist was a bit obvious though. Also, as someone with a family member who has dementia, part of the story was heartbreaking.

I found it really surreal picturing Ian Black as guy bringing beer to a barbecue. He’s been such a enigma in previous books, not sure if he was a good or bad guy. I can’t wait to read his story.

Can be read as a stand-alone but you’re missing out if you don’t read the rest of the series.

Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2022

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Maddie and Jace

Maddie is an art appraiser, her specialty is Russian Art.

Jace works foe Black Defense International as one of their top
operators.

Jace and Maddie have an attraction. Maddie is a smart feisty woman,
Jace is an alpha over protective male.
Can a relationship work between them?

This book is great for the beginning of a new series. It is action packed, suspense, some humor and emotions.

Great job Lynn Rae Harris !!!

Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2019

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This was a riveting book from the first page on!!! The twists and turns and suspenseful events were written in such a way that they felt as if they were real and for me they generated anxiety and concern as if they were! Lynn is a really good author who can make you feel so involved in the story and events that you feel you are really watching them happening!! I really enjoyed how Jace and Maddy liked each other from the start and had a sweet and sexy swoony romance! I enjoyed the camaraderie and friendships of the team also and am looking forward to the next book in the series! I highly recommend this book if you want an action packed read that keeps you guessing right to the end!!!!😁

romance!

Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2019

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The book started out well. Maddy was in Russia to do an appraisal for a very wealthy man and staying at his massive estate. The day of her arrival is also the same evening of his birthday celebration. Without giving away anything not disclosed in the book's description, she is mistaken by a black ops team operative as the female assassin they have been looking for. She's taken into custody and transported back to the US. Jace, the hero is interesting. Maddy however is an old cat lady in the making. Her grandmother is in a memory care facility and when Maddy isn't worried, stressed, crying etc over her grandmother's condition, she is ruminating over how they use to make popcorn, drink tea and watch old movies, and as another reviewed pointed out, she is off her rocker enough that her cat requires its own bodyguard. The point being that she is so boring and uninteresting, I'm not sure what Jace sees in her. I got to where I skimmed sections just to see what happens next.

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NK

Lord have mercy

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 9, 2019

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Black List was and is absolutely fabulous. Thank you Lynn Raye Harris for a fabulous start to the Black Bandits series.

We have always been intrigued and a little obsessed with Ian Black. So to finally see and hear more about him and his team in action is drool worthy.

Jace Kaiser is a mystery that needs to be unravelled, and what better way when a case of mistaken identity leads him to one Maddy Cole who he kidnaps thinking she's a lethal assassin, and also a temptress totally jolting his equilibrium.

Maddy is Ying to his yang. She's sweet but has a strength to her character somewhat. The chemistry throughout the book is so hot you can feel the zap.

So much intrigue, action, comedy and heartache too.

It's nice to see more of Ian Black and hear his thoughts and seeing how this story ends gives you a positive outlook on what the future holds with Ian, Colt, Angie and the elusive Natasha..

Can't wait for more.

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Lizzie

Three and a half stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 27, 2019

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I've been waiting to this so I was slightly disappointed by it. The premise of Blacks Bandits is that they're run by Ian Black, a slightly disreputable and enigmatic man who appears and disappears as needed and was a thorn in Colonel Mendez's side at the beginning in the HOT series.
I expected a really explosive story and this wasn't it.
It has a great start but then slowly goes to a simmer which is kept on until the end.
It features Jace Kaiser, one of Blacks men and an art appraiser Dr Madeline Cole, as the story goes on she's targeted by a female assassin and he needs to keep her safe.
As always with this author, it's well written, characterization is good and even though, in my eyes, it's not the start to the series I expected, it's still a good book.

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Doubledoodles

Phew! Not HOT, Hotter!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 21, 2019

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For readers who know Lynn Raye Harris's work and are familiar with her previous books you will seriously love this book, Ian Black of course is in it but not the lead - this is Jase's story. No spoilers but couldn't put this down, I was on the edge of my seat, loved it, exceptional, exciting, sexy, alpha guys doing their thing, either saving the world or the girl, always fabulously written, entertaining, enjoyable - I don't know how else to convince you this is an amazing read. WARNING - these guys are addictive, if this is your first meeting of the HOT teams connected to Ian, settle in for a great set of summer reads, NOT at all necessary to enjoy this book, But who turns down more alpha guys, great stories, amazingly written and sexy as all heck! Enjoy

Sue Thomas

Black is the New HOT

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 30, 2019

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Yes folks Lynnn Raye- Harris's new series has been long awaited by her fans, and worth the wait. Hot Book Boyfriend Ian Black, dynamic, ultra intelligent, and dangerously hot, is heading a team of mercenaries with a difference. Saving many a day for the Hostile Operations Team (HOT) Misunderstood, but respected by many, he was an enigma but now thanks to Lynn, his creator we are getting to know him. This debut novel focuses on team member Jace who meets Maddy in a very unusual and dangerous way, and the danger keeps on coming. Hot suspense that will keep you turning the pages til the end, that you don't want to end. If that makes sense you are already a fan of this amazing author.

Mrs C

Brilliant!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 20, 2022

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Wow what a book. I loved this, this series is certainly going to be one to hold my attention. Jace and Madeline made a perfect couple. This story was captivating, steamy and packed a punch. I thoroughly enjoyed this and meeting the team. Ian is so intriguing and helps bring the story alive. Overall a fantastic book I highly recommend.

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