FINAL DECISION: Despite the book ending on a cliffhanger, I enjoyed this book tremendously. From the beginning, I quickly loved the relationship between Tessa and Zy. A combination of angst and slow burn and mystery and suspense, this book sets up for (hopefully) a great ending in the next book of this duet.
THE STORY: Chase Garrett aka Zyron is attracted to Tessa Lawrence from the first time he sees a photograph of her. Unfortunately, they work for the same company and there is a non-fraternization clause in their contracts that forbids any relationship between them. When she is threatened by her ex, the fiercely protective Zy is going to care for her when he is assigned as her temporary bodyguard. Things are hot between these two even as they both fight what seems inevitable.
OPINION: This book captured my attention from the first page. The structure does well to soften my resistance to the cliffhanger in the story. The complete and utter commitment that Zy has towards Tessa from the beginning made the semi-contrived plot device keeping them apart tolerable. Zy and Tessa are a great couple. The heat between them kept me on edge as I saw them move towards one another. The suspense story searching for the mole kept the plot moving even as Zy and Tessa are in the slow burn, relationship-building stage of the story. I look forward to the conclusion of the story in the next book.
WORTH MENTIONING: This book is PART 1 of the complete story. Readers who don't like multi-part books that require the reading of the second part should wait for the second book to arrive. The book makes it clear on its cover and in its title/description that this is the first part of this couple's story.
CONNECTED BOOKS: WICKED AS LIES is the third book in the Wicked & Devoted series. It is not necessary to read the first two books in the series in order to read this one.
STAR RATING: I give this book 4.5 stars.
NOTE: I received a pre-release ARC to assist in preparing this review. I was not required to write a review or to write a positive review. All opinions contained herein are my own. I purchased a copy of this book after its release.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2021
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Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2021
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Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2021
Zy is a field operative and Tessa works in the office keeping things organized and running smoothly but when the new owners think there is a mole in their midst they give Zy the task of proving his friend's, Trees, innocence as well as the woman he loves, Tessa. There are so many other things causing havoc in this story, I cannot wait to get my hand on the second part, WICKED AND TRUE.
Chase “Zyron” Garrett and Tessa Lawrence's story is one filled with suspense, passion, and love. I will admit that I was totally blown away that the queen of BDSM Romance didn't have one erotic scene in this entire book yet it was steamy and utterly amazing.
If you have read One-Mile and Brea's story in WICKED AS SIN and WICKED EVER AFTER, events in this story run parallel with that one so you will encounter some familiar scenes but from a different point of view.
If you enjoy Romantic Suspense this story is one I would highly recommend.
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I was totally blown away with this story!
By Nadine Bookaholic [Nadine's Obsessed with Books] on February 12, 2021
Have you ever wanted to be with someone so much it hurts? What if there are things standing in your way, would you risk everything or play by the rules? That’s the dilemma Zyron and Tessa are facing in this first part of their story. Their want and hunger is so strong you can feel the sexual chemistry radiate through the pages.By Nadine Bookaholic [Nadine's Obsessed with Books] on February 12, 2021
Zy is a field operative and Tessa works in the office keeping things organized and running smoothly but when the new owners think there is a mole in their midst they give Zy the task of proving his friend's, Trees, innocence as well as the woman he loves, Tessa. There are so many other things causing havoc in this story, I cannot wait to get my hand on the second part, WICKED AND TRUE.
Chase “Zyron” Garrett and Tessa Lawrence's story is one filled with suspense, passion, and love. I will admit that I was totally blown away that the queen of BDSM Romance didn't have one erotic scene in this entire book yet it was steamy and utterly amazing.
If you have read One-Mile and Brea's story in WICKED AS SIN and WICKED EVER AFTER, events in this story run parallel with that one so you will encounter some familiar scenes but from a different point of view.
If you enjoy Romantic Suspense this story is one I would highly recommend.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2021
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Wickedly good
By Kerchenski on February 9, 2021
Zy and Tess’s story with the build up and the addition to Hallies new born is so great and the cliff hanger. Plus the friendship between Zy and Trees is good. You can’t help but root for Zy and Tessa and the possibilities except the road blocks that are in their way. They have chemistry and can’t wait for them to see if it’s combustible. Seeing the stories from all the other stories from another side is interesting. This book has much action and there are many unanswered things that I can’t wait for the next book to see where this story Is going. Shayla Black has made another great series and and keeps all the characters connected. Seeing and hearing from many favorites.
By Kerchenski on February 9, 2021
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Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2021
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