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thisisabooktracker's review
3.0
I forgot how much I hated the alcoholic dog with a shoe fetish. It was somehow even more over the top this time, which was disappointing given how much I enjoyed the actual story. I had a few gripes about the heroine, but the suspense was (mostly) engaging.
bookishlynomes's review
4.0
4 stars
I love Rebecca Zanetti but hadn't previously read any of the Deep Ops books so I was very excited to pick this one up. To sum it all up, I simply loved it!
Broken is fast-paced and action-packed right from the beginning. Within the first few pages, there is a dead person-of-interest to Wolfe and Dana's cases and throughout the rest of the story, these characters deal with car chases, shooters and so much more. This story was full of mystery and intrigue and I couldn't get enough!
I adored meeting Wolfe and Dana. Wolfe is the strong, silent type who likes to keep his feelings close to the vest until he just can't any longer. Then all bets are off and Dana will have to keep her wits about her if she wants to resist his charm. And that man is charming! Dana was also a great leading lady. She's steadfast and determined, and the perfect match for Wolfe. I enjoyed watching these two characters circle each other and fall in love immensely!
While I definitely think this story could be read as a standalone, I think it would probably be a better reading experience to read the series in order. This is simply because the story really is very fast-paced and the beginning almost felt like the middle for me when I realised the two main characters already had a history from the previous stories that I didn't know about. It didn't negatively impact my feelings towards this story but I did stop and think "I may need to pick up the previous books and then do a reread of this one again after"; which is fine by me because I'm keen to go back and visit the other characters in more depth too - especially Mal.
Overall, I really loved this story and recommend it to anyone who enjoys romantic suspense (particularly with heroes that have a military background) and to fans of Katie Ruggle and Julie Garwood. Zanetti is a fantastic writer and creates a compelling story that'll leave you on the edge of your seat.
Disclaimer: Thank you to Kensington Books and Netgalley for the arc in exchange for an honest review.
I love Rebecca Zanetti but hadn't previously read any of the Deep Ops books so I was very excited to pick this one up. To sum it all up, I simply loved it!
Broken is fast-paced and action-packed right from the beginning. Within the first few pages, there is a dead person-of-interest to Wolfe and Dana's cases and throughout the rest of the story, these characters deal with car chases, shooters and so much more. This story was full of mystery and intrigue and I couldn't get enough!
I adored meeting Wolfe and Dana. Wolfe is the strong, silent type who likes to keep his feelings close to the vest until he just can't any longer. Then all bets are off and Dana will have to keep her wits about her if she wants to resist his charm. And that man is charming! Dana was also a great leading lady. She's steadfast and determined, and the perfect match for Wolfe. I enjoyed watching these two characters circle each other and fall in love immensely!
While I definitely think this story could be read as a standalone, I think it would probably be a better reading experience to read the series in order. This is simply because the story really is very fast-paced and the beginning almost felt like the middle for me when I realised the two main characters already had a history from the previous stories that I didn't know about. It didn't negatively impact my feelings towards this story but I did stop and think "I may need to pick up the previous books and then do a reread of this one again after"; which is fine by me because I'm keen to go back and visit the other characters in more depth too - especially Mal.
Overall, I really loved this story and recommend it to anyone who enjoys romantic suspense (particularly with heroes that have a military background) and to fans of Katie Ruggle and Julie Garwood. Zanetti is a fantastic writer and creates a compelling story that'll leave you on the edge of your seat.
Disclaimer: Thank you to Kensington Books and Netgalley for the arc in exchange for an honest review.
katekate_reads_'s review
4.0
Wolfe is a super tough former Navy SEAL - who sometimes has a kitten in his pocket. Dana is a reporter who will follow any lead to get her story. When they run into each other while they are both undercover - suddenly they are being forced to work together.
I really enjoyed this story a lot - a fast moving romantic suspense that is heavy on both the romance and the suspense. Exactly what I came for!
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an advance reading copy.
I really enjoyed this story a lot - a fast moving romantic suspense that is heavy on both the romance and the suspense. Exactly what I came for!
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an advance reading copy.
ladysadiereads's review against another edition
4.0
Wolfe is naturally a loner after losing his fellow special ops teammates but he has a new team who he is more than a little fond of. And he is definitely more than a little fond of one freelance reporter - Dana Mulberry - who has wormed her way far deeper than anyone has been in a long time. But when her friend’s disappearance and a ghost from his past resurfaces they are going to have to fight to survive. Then they can figure out the rest.
Clarence Wolfe is one of those few Alpha heroes who is oddly logical and sweet. He is blunt and pretty awkward but is honest and kind and honorable and really loves whipped cream and sprinkles in his coffee. Dana is like a Lois Lane reporter and I just love watching her wrap Wolfe up in knots.
This is a great mystery, lovely romance (that gets steamy without being overly explicit) and a highly action packed book until the last page.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Clarence Wolfe is one of those few Alpha heroes who is oddly logical and sweet. He is blunt and pretty awkward but is honest and kind and honorable and really loves whipped cream and sprinkles in his coffee. Dana is like a Lois Lane reporter and I just love watching her wrap Wolfe up in knots.
This is a great mystery, lovely romance (that gets steamy without being overly explicit) and a highly action packed book until the last page.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
marysebcalderon's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal cruelty
booklvrkat's review against another edition
4.0
wow.. chase chase chase! These stories are super action packed. And the writer isn't hiding the rough stuff either.
gothai's review against another edition
3.0
Wolfe is a former Navy SEAL and he want to avenge for his fallen brothers and in search of the traitor. Dana is a reported who is trying to find out what happened to her friend another journalist who has gone missing. When both their search takes a same lead we have a thrilling suspense in our hands. It has adventure, passion, humour and the Deep Ops team members provide great support. Wolfe wants to keep Dana safe and Dana wants Wolfe to open up his heart.
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the eARC.
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the eARC.