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paddlefoot55's review
4.0
*Cue Whitney Houston singing "I Will Always Love You" as this MMA-fighter-slash-bodyguards meets Hollywood royalty in this 3rd installment of The Bodyguard Series.
Though this is the 3rd in the Bodyguard series, each can be read as stand alones, and there is enough back information that you won't get lost if you jump in now.
Alexa and Zack's story is a fast paced and adrenaline packed one. The Hollywood mob, MMA fighters, twists and intrigues. So much happening all the time.
I loved the pull between our lovelies, you can't help but want them to get together, stuff the consequences.
One thing though - the "you're so sweet" comment from Zack to Alexa every 5 minutes was a bit much. We got it. Despite everything she is going through and her upbringing, she was sweet - but this might just irk me.
Zack is a great hero. Yes he is protective, but I liked that he wasn't too OTT with is. Sometimes those alpha tendancies can be a too much, but I didn't feel that with him.
Alexa I found it a little harder to connect with. Can't quite put my finger on what it was, so is it probably just a me thing.
I have really been enjoying this series, and now I need more (Ian's story need to be told, right away!)
Though this is the 3rd in the Bodyguard series, each can be read as stand alones, and there is enough back information that you won't get lost if you jump in now.
Alexa and Zack's story is a fast paced and adrenaline packed one. The Hollywood mob, MMA fighters, twists and intrigues. So much happening all the time.
I loved the pull between our lovelies, you can't help but want them to get together, stuff the consequences.
One thing though - the "you're so sweet" comment from Zack to Alexa every 5 minutes was a bit much. We got it. Despite everything she is going through and her upbringing, she was sweet - but this might just irk me.
Zack is a great hero. Yes he is protective, but I liked that he wasn't too OTT with is. Sometimes those alpha tendancies can be a too much, but I didn't feel that with him.
Alexa I found it a little harder to connect with. Can't quite put my finger on what it was, so is it probably just a me thing.
I have really been enjoying this series, and now I need more (Ian's story need to be told, right away!)
briarsreviews's review
4.0
If you're looking for a slow burn romance with action and suspense woven throughout, Tara Wyatt's Chain Reaction is the book for you!
Why didn't I read this book sooner? Romance, a Canadian author, and a sexy man on the cover are three awesome traits of this book that make it a must have in my collection. This book has it all - drama, suspense, thrills, romance and some incredibly sexy scenes. Zack is mega hot, Alexa is a Hollywood star looking for something different and they are a match made in heaven! It helps that they've been pining after each other in secret for the past year.
This Bodyguard series seems to be centered on, you guessed it, bodyguards protecting a woman and then falling in love with them. It's kind of the damsel in distress narrative, but with a little more 'umph'. The duo seem to fall in love way too quickly, but it's a romance novel so it's easy to suspend reality on that front. But, the falling in love fast story line makes this book feel passionate and sexy. While it won't work for all readers, it sure worked for me!
I liked Tara's writing style - it was fast enough to keep me hooked, it was descriptive enough to make me feel like I'd been whisked away from reality, and it was easy to read. I found myself binging the whole book because I felt for Zack and Alexa and needed to know how it ended. She also wrote Alexa, a character with obvious flaws, really well. I honestly wanted her to have the happy ending she deserves. Buuuuut... yep, a but, I would have loved to have seen her past fleshed out a bit more. She's a really interesting character who I want to follow more of. Unfortunately, I don't think we'll be getting anymore epic side stories about Alexa and Zack (at least... not yet!).
The plot itself is exciting and full of soap opera like turns. Alexa's Dad is a bad guy, and there's many more reveals to come. Alexa and Zack decide to 'fake' a relationship to not tip off any of the bad guys, but we all know how well that goes in romance novels.
On a side note: This book was easily read as a stand alone. I had no idea what happened in the past books, even though the novel hinted at them along the way, but that didn't affect the quality of this book. As a reader, I was able to nod along and follow the plot without needing to search up the prequels. I absolutely want to read the two previous books now because this book was just so darn good!
Overall, I really enjoyed this book! I can easily recommend this to romance lovers who like a little action mixed in with their story.
Four out of five stars!
I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.
Why didn't I read this book sooner? Romance, a Canadian author, and a sexy man on the cover are three awesome traits of this book that make it a must have in my collection. This book has it all - drama, suspense, thrills, romance and some incredibly sexy scenes. Zack is mega hot, Alexa is a Hollywood star looking for something different and they are a match made in heaven! It helps that they've been pining after each other in secret for the past year.
This Bodyguard series seems to be centered on, you guessed it, bodyguards protecting a woman and then falling in love with them. It's kind of the damsel in distress narrative, but with a little more 'umph'. The duo seem to fall in love way too quickly, but it's a romance novel so it's easy to suspend reality on that front. But, the falling in love fast story line makes this book feel passionate and sexy. While it won't work for all readers, it sure worked for me!
I liked Tara's writing style - it was fast enough to keep me hooked, it was descriptive enough to make me feel like I'd been whisked away from reality, and it was easy to read. I found myself binging the whole book because I felt for Zack and Alexa and needed to know how it ended. She also wrote Alexa, a character with obvious flaws, really well. I honestly wanted her to have the happy ending she deserves. Buuuuut... yep, a but, I would have loved to have seen her past fleshed out a bit more. She's a really interesting character who I want to follow more of. Unfortunately, I don't think we'll be getting anymore epic side stories about Alexa and Zack (at least... not yet!).
The plot itself is exciting and full of soap opera like turns. Alexa's Dad is a bad guy, and there's many more reveals to come. Alexa and Zack decide to 'fake' a relationship to not tip off any of the bad guys, but we all know how well that goes in romance novels.
On a side note: This book was easily read as a stand alone. I had no idea what happened in the past books, even though the novel hinted at them along the way, but that didn't affect the quality of this book. As a reader, I was able to nod along and follow the plot without needing to search up the prequels. I absolutely want to read the two previous books now because this book was just so darn good!
Overall, I really enjoyed this book! I can easily recommend this to romance lovers who like a little action mixed in with their story.
Four out of five stars!
I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.
briarsreviews's review against another edition
4.0
If you're looking for a slow burn romance with action and suspense woven throughout, Tara Wyatt's Chain Reaction is the book for you!
Why didn't I read this book sooner? Romance, a Canadian author, and a sexy man on the cover are three awesome traits of this book that make it a must have in my collection. This book has it all - drama, suspense, thrills, romance and some incredibly sexy scenes. Zack is mega hot, Alexa is a Hollywood star looking for something different and they are a match made in heaven! It helps that they've been pining after each other in secret for the past year.
This Bodyguard series seems to be centered on, you guessed it, bodyguards protecting a woman and then falling in love with them. It's kind of the damsel in distress narrative, but with a little more 'umph'. The duo seem to fall in love way too quickly, but it's a romance novel so it's easy to suspend reality on that front. But, the falling in love fast story line makes this book feel passionate and sexy. While it won't work for all readers, it sure worked for me!
I liked Tara's writing style - it was fast enough to keep me hooked, it was descriptive enough to make me feel like I'd been whisked away from reality, and it was easy to read. I found myself binging the whole book because I felt for Zack and Alexa and needed to know how it ended. She also wrote Alexa, a character with obvious flaws, really well. I honestly wanted her to have the happy ending she deserves. Buuuuut... yep, a but, I would have loved to have seen her past fleshed out a bit more. She's a really interesting character who I want to follow more of. Unfortunately, I don't think we'll be getting anymore epic side stories about Alexa and Zack (at least... not yet!).
The plot itself is exciting and full of soap opera like turns. Alexa's Dad is a bad guy, and there's many more reveals to come. Alexa and Zack decide to 'fake' a relationship to not tip off any of the bad guys, but we all know how well that goes in romance novels.
On a side note: This book was easily read as a stand alone. I had no idea what happened in the past books, even though the novel hinted at them along the way, but that didn't affect the quality of this book. As a reader, I was able to nod along and follow the plot without needing to search up the prequels. I absolutely want to read the two previous books now because this book was just so darn good!
Overall, I really enjoyed this book! I can easily recommend this to romance lovers who like a little action mixed in with their story.
Four out of five stars!
I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.
Why didn't I read this book sooner? Romance, a Canadian author, and a sexy man on the cover are three awesome traits of this book that make it a must have in my collection. This book has it all - drama, suspense, thrills, romance and some incredibly sexy scenes. Zack is mega hot, Alexa is a Hollywood star looking for something different and they are a match made in heaven! It helps that they've been pining after each other in secret for the past year.
This Bodyguard series seems to be centered on, you guessed it, bodyguards protecting a woman and then falling in love with them. It's kind of the damsel in distress narrative, but with a little more 'umph'. The duo seem to fall in love way too quickly, but it's a romance novel so it's easy to suspend reality on that front. But, the falling in love fast story line makes this book feel passionate and sexy. While it won't work for all readers, it sure worked for me!
I liked Tara's writing style - it was fast enough to keep me hooked, it was descriptive enough to make me feel like I'd been whisked away from reality, and it was easy to read. I found myself binging the whole book because I felt for Zack and Alexa and needed to know how it ended. She also wrote Alexa, a character with obvious flaws, really well. I honestly wanted her to have the happy ending she deserves. Buuuuut... yep, a but, I would have loved to have seen her past fleshed out a bit more. She's a really interesting character who I want to follow more of. Unfortunately, I don't think we'll be getting anymore epic side stories about Alexa and Zack (at least... not yet!).
The plot itself is exciting and full of soap opera like turns. Alexa's Dad is a bad guy, and there's many more reveals to come. Alexa and Zack decide to 'fake' a relationship to not tip off any of the bad guys, but we all know how well that goes in romance novels.
On a side note: This book was easily read as a stand alone. I had no idea what happened in the past books, even though the novel hinted at them along the way, but that didn't affect the quality of this book. As a reader, I was able to nod along and follow the plot without needing to search up the prequels. I absolutely want to read the two previous books now because this book was just so darn good!
Overall, I really enjoyed this book! I can easily recommend this to romance lovers who like a little action mixed in with their story.
Four out of five stars!
I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.
elylibrarysec's review against another edition
4.0
Rating: 4.5 Stars
Alexa Fairfax has given up trying to impress her mother. But her mother is a pussycat compared to her father. Zach De Luca has the same circle of friends as Alexa. He also has the expertise that she is in need of. Can a man who is all about protecting people find happiness with someone that is considered part of tinseltown royalty?
This author created the right combination that had me glued to my ereader. I just had to remember to blink. I’m all about the romance but this author gives me plenty of passion, suspense, and action. Can you imagine thinking you know your family only to learn it’s all a lie? Ms. Wyatt has created a group of men that you would want to have around should you get into trouble. At times Alexa seems vulnerable and timid but by creating Zach and his friends, she is willing to fight for her survival. And also willing to take a chance on a relationship.
This was the first book in the Bodyguard series that I have read. At no time did I feel that I needed to read the first two books in order to understand anything that was going on here. But with how the author had me transfixed with Alexa and Zach’s story, I feel the need to know more about their friends. One thing that caught my attention was how both Alexa and Zach seemed to have a light bulb moment but found it interesting the moment that light bulb went on. The ending left me happy and with a smile on my face. It certainly gives hope to those that feel opposites attract.
I was not compensated nor was I required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
Alexa Fairfax has given up trying to impress her mother. But her mother is a pussycat compared to her father. Zach De Luca has the same circle of friends as Alexa. He also has the expertise that she is in need of. Can a man who is all about protecting people find happiness with someone that is considered part of tinseltown royalty?
This author created the right combination that had me glued to my ereader. I just had to remember to blink. I’m all about the romance but this author gives me plenty of passion, suspense, and action. Can you imagine thinking you know your family only to learn it’s all a lie? Ms. Wyatt has created a group of men that you would want to have around should you get into trouble. At times Alexa seems vulnerable and timid but by creating Zach and his friends, she is willing to fight for her survival. And also willing to take a chance on a relationship.
This was the first book in the Bodyguard series that I have read. At no time did I feel that I needed to read the first two books in order to understand anything that was going on here. But with how the author had me transfixed with Alexa and Zach’s story, I feel the need to know more about their friends. One thing that caught my attention was how both Alexa and Zach seemed to have a light bulb moment but found it interesting the moment that light bulb went on. The ending left me happy and with a smile on my face. It certainly gives hope to those that feel opposites attract.
I was not compensated nor was I required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
amym84's review against another edition
4.0
Alexa Fairfax was born into Hollywood royalty. But instead of continuing the tradition, she's happier outside of the limelight. Unfortunately, she's never quite been able to break the bonds that tie her to her famous family. Until one evening Alexa becomes a witness to a plot that could leave more than one person dead. Of course Alexa needs help and protection and who better to provide that than Virtus Security.
Zach De Luca has been training hard to become an MMA fighter. He doesn't plan to be a bodyguard for Vitrus forever, and with an important fight coming up, he can't let anything break his concentration. That is, until Alexa comes to him for help. Zach has been attracted to Alexa from the moment he saw her nearly a year ago. Despite dating (and then dumping) one of her best friends first, he always believed she'd never go for a guy like him.
But when part of her protection means Zach has to pose as her boyfriend, they're both put in a situation where they can no longer deny their feelings for one another. And as the danger to Alexa intensifies, Zach begins to understand how far he'll go to protect her.
I liked the spin on the "fake boyfriend" trope. I was kinda happy when that little detail got thrown in the picture, despite how trivial it ends up being because the attraction / chemistry / heat between Zach and Alexa is hot from pretty much page one.
Chain Reaction ties up some open storythreads that have come over from information learned in the first two books. I'm hesitant to go into too much detail for those who haven't yet read the first two books, but I liked how it rounds out the overarching storyline.
That being said, there are so many potential Vitrus men that I'd love to learn more about, and see them get their own romances, that I'm very interested to see where Tara Wyatt will, hopefully, take the series next.
As it stands though, I found Chain Reaction to be on par with the previous two installments. Although I will go so far as to say the building up to Zach and Alexa's romance was hot and when we got down to it, very sexy indeed.
The story leaned heavier on said romance, but I would have liked the suspense part of the story, where Alexa's life is potentially in danger, to be a bit more suspenseful though.
Other than that, I enjoyed Chain Reaction. Tara Wyatt has become an author I can rely on to give me a good romance with a dash of suspense.
*Copy provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Zach De Luca has been training hard to become an MMA fighter. He doesn't plan to be a bodyguard for Vitrus forever, and with an important fight coming up, he can't let anything break his concentration. That is, until Alexa comes to him for help. Zach has been attracted to Alexa from the moment he saw her nearly a year ago. Despite dating (and then dumping) one of her best friends first, he always believed she'd never go for a guy like him.
But when part of her protection means Zach has to pose as her boyfriend, they're both put in a situation where they can no longer deny their feelings for one another. And as the danger to Alexa intensifies, Zach begins to understand how far he'll go to protect her.
I liked the spin on the "fake boyfriend" trope. I was kinda happy when that little detail got thrown in the picture, despite how trivial it ends up being because the attraction / chemistry / heat between Zach and Alexa is hot from pretty much page one.
Chain Reaction ties up some open storythreads that have come over from information learned in the first two books. I'm hesitant to go into too much detail for those who haven't yet read the first two books, but I liked how it rounds out the overarching storyline.
That being said, there are so many potential Vitrus men that I'd love to learn more about, and see them get their own romances, that I'm very interested to see where Tara Wyatt will, hopefully, take the series next.
As it stands though, I found Chain Reaction to be on par with the previous two installments. Although I will go so far as to say the building up to Zach and Alexa's romance was hot and when we got down to it, very sexy indeed.
The story leaned heavier on said romance, but I would have liked the suspense part of the story, where Alexa's life is potentially in danger, to be a bit more suspenseful though.
Other than that, I enjoyed Chain Reaction. Tara Wyatt has become an author I can rely on to give me a good romance with a dash of suspense.
*Copy provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
bookbriefs's review against another edition
3.0
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Chain Reaction is the third book in the adult romantic suspense, Bodyguard series by Tara Wyatt. I have not read either of the first two books in the series, however; I have a thing for bodyguard stories, so when I saw Chain Reaction float into my email, I couldn't pass it up. The books can be read as standalones, and I had no problem picking up with this installment. The plot sounds yummy, and it totally was! I really enjoyed this steamy bodyguard tale. There is lots of bickering, plenty of action and a sexy romance. Yes, please.
Chain Reaction is Alexa and Zack's story. This book has so many things going for it. First, a bodyguard. Second, an undercover bodyguard and third a fake turned real romance. Bodyguards and fake romances, I am all over this book. It was such a fun read. However; with as many fun and sexy elements as this book had, the actual plotline of the story was also pretty creepy. The suspense part of the story certainly kept me on the edge of my seat and more than a little creeped out. Tara Wyatt hit the atmospheric writing out of the ball park. This is the first book I have has the pleasure of reading by her and I was super impressed. The suspense and the romance were on pretty equal footing, which is tough to do. And even tougher to do so well.
Bottom line: If you like romantic suspense read, the Bodyguard series is going to be a great one for you. whether you start with Chain Reaction, or start with book 1, you can't go wrong. I fyou like your romances to be on equal footing with the suspense plotline, you will love Tara's writing. Plus, who can say no to a hot bodyguard?
Chain Reaction is the third book in the adult romantic suspense, Bodyguard series by Tara Wyatt. I have not read either of the first two books in the series, however; I have a thing for bodyguard stories, so when I saw Chain Reaction float into my email, I couldn't pass it up. The books can be read as standalones, and I had no problem picking up with this installment. The plot sounds yummy, and it totally was! I really enjoyed this steamy bodyguard tale. There is lots of bickering, plenty of action and a sexy romance. Yes, please.
Chain Reaction is Alexa and Zack's story. This book has so many things going for it. First, a bodyguard. Second, an undercover bodyguard and third a fake turned real romance. Bodyguards and fake romances, I am all over this book. It was such a fun read. However; with as many fun and sexy elements as this book had, the actual plotline of the story was also pretty creepy. The suspense part of the story certainly kept me on the edge of my seat and more than a little creeped out. Tara Wyatt hit the atmospheric writing out of the ball park. This is the first book I have has the pleasure of reading by her and I was super impressed. The suspense and the romance were on pretty equal footing, which is tough to do. And even tougher to do so well.
Bottom line: If you like romantic suspense read, the Bodyguard series is going to be a great one for you. whether you start with Chain Reaction, or start with book 1, you can't go wrong. I fyou like your romances to be on equal footing with the suspense plotline, you will love Tara's writing. Plus, who can say no to a hot bodyguard?
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