Ambushed

Decorah Security #1.6

by Rebecca York

She's a target. He's her shield.

Sworn to protect federal witness Elizabeth Bannerman, Decorah Security Agent Jordan Stone fights the emotions building between them. When they’re ambushed by terrorists, Jordan realizes he actually does have something left to lose–-Elizabeth.

Genres: Romance, Paranormal, Short Stories, Romantic Suspense, Paranormal Romance, Suspense, Contemporary Romance

ebook

First published December 12, 2011

About the author

Ruth Glick (born 1942) is a best-selling author of healthy cookbooks and has also written dozens of romantic suspense romance novels under the pen name Rebecca York.

Ruth earned a B.A. in American Thought and Civilization from George Washington University and an M.A. in American Studies from the University of Maryland. Although she always wanted to become a writer, Glick was convinced that her lack of spelling skills meant that her goal was unattainable. As a stay-at-home mother, she took a community college course to help her choose a career. The course made it very clear that writing was her primary interest. Glick began writing articles for newspapers and magazines, but after several years decided to try writing fiction. Her first book, a kids' science fiction book, was finally purchased by Scholastic Inc..

Since then, Glick has become a highly successful author of over 50 romantic suspense and paranormal novels. Many of her novels are published under the Harlequin Intrigue line, and in June 2003, she became one of the first authors published under Berkley's new Sensation imprint. Before 1997, she often collaborated with Eileen Buckholtz and Kathryn Jenson.

Glick also is a highly regarded author of cookbooks focusing on healthy eating. She sometimes hires trained chefs to test the recipes that she creates, and makes sure that every recipe is tested at least three times before it appears in one of her cookbooks.

Glick is the head of the Columbia Writers Workshop. She and her husband, Norman Glick, live in Columbia, Maryland, where Ruth collects rocks, and enjoys cooking, walking, reading, gardening, travel, and Mozart operas. They have two grown children, Elissa and Ethan, and two grandsons (Jesse and Leo).

Reviews

[Shannon · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ambushed
Decorah Security, Book 1.6

I Picked Up This Book Because: TBR Jar pick.

Media Type: eBook
Source: Kindle
Dates Read: 3/30/26
Rating: 3 Stars


The Story:

This review is probably longer than this story. However, I dug it. It was fast paced and suspenseful. I’d probably be more connected if I didn’t pick a random book from the middle of the series. I’m interested in going back and reading more of this series and we’ll see where it goes.

[Sue]

Series

Ms. York writes an exceptionally good series about a Security company that hires people with special insights or abilities. This book four and I would recommend starting with book one so you have background.

[Dianne · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ambushed was good! I wanted more character development, more pages! Nice and quick for those times when you NEED to read, but don't have a lot of time!

[Radd Reader · Rating 1 out of 5]

24 pages, so obviously there is no character development. One situation and then bam, they’re in bed and then they live HEA.

[Cullen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Elizabeth and Jordan


They were on their way to a pretrial meeting when they were attacked. Running for cover he called for reinforcements. But he had to get them out of the garage and to safety.

While this story has a beginning middle and end I'm hoping it is just a part of a longer story

[Sadie Forsythe · Rating 2 out of 5]

I thought these stories would stand alone better than they apparently do. This was pretty clearly a single action scene, followed by a single mild sex scene and nothing more. The mechanical writing seemed fine, but there wasn't enough of a story here to be worth bothering with.

[Nicole · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nice, but very short and fast paced.

[Michala Tyann · Rating 2 out of 5]

If the author has taken the time to slow down the scenes and develop the characters better I believe it would have been deserving of at least three stars. Unfortunately the entire, and very brief piece here is way too fast paced, choppy, and the ending didn't work well for me at all. My suggestion, go back in and rewrite each paragraph or two and make it more fulfilling. Then send it my way because it's decent writing and the author certainly has a creative mind.

[Kaffi · Rating 4 out of 5]

~!~ Extremely short, but extremely good ~!~

~!~ Extremely short, but extremely good ~!~

This book is extremely: 1) short, 2) well written, 3) engaging. It really grabbed my attention right away. Be warned however, it's a teaser to get you interested in the series. Also, it doesn't end on a cliffhanger so much as an "okay for now ending", but you will really want to know what happens next.

[Mimi Barbour · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a lead agent for Decorah Security, it was Jordan Stone's responsibility to protect Elizabeth Bannerman not crave her body or her affections. He needed to keep her alive to testify against a terrorist. In this short story, the conflict took off and they had to fight for their lives. Loved the continuous action and the building tension by a master storyteller.

[Silver James · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ambushed is a quick read in Rebecca York's Decorah Securty Agency series. I would have enjoyed learning a bit more about the H/H, but the action was intense and drove the story.

[Engranon · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was a very quick read - so quick that I'm not entirely sure I would even call it a novella. I suppose one chapter is a novella, but his was an awfully quick chapter. Plot (what can be put into one chapter) was good.

[Author Ebony Nicole Smith · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a very short fast-paced read. The part I enjoyed the most was the chase and run from the terrorist. The sex scene was so-so. I would like to have gotten to know more about the characters. All and all, it was okay for me.

[Kathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fast-paced action as danger surrounds our hero Jordan and heroine Elizabeth. She's the target. He's her protector. Enjoyed this short story immensely!!

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very quick read. Wish it was a little longer, I felt there really wasn't enough time to connect with the characters.

[C.J. · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ok story with lots of action just not enough length for any real character development or depth.

[Kim Jackson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow. I sure hope there is a full length novel that precedes this novella.

[Alisa- I like happy endings. · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was very short. Story had potential but was a little novella. I don't think I've read anything else in this series. I may have to go give one a try. :)

[Jen_C · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short action-packed story.

[Jess · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was so short. It had so much potential but it was like one paragraph.

[Lori · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5

[Glenda Bettin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short and sweet

[Wendy coling ( trowbridge) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed this book. Lots of action and tension with romance. Jordan realises that Elizabeth's special to him.

[Carolyn Jenkins · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of Action

This story can be classified as realistic fiction. It is a fast read because of all the action. The characters are well developed for a short story.

[AH]

Kindle free download 2/11/13.

[Margaret · Rating 4 out of 5]

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**Decorah Security Series, Volume #4, from NY Times Best-Selling Author Rebecca York **

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**PRAISE FOR REBECCA YORK**

"Rebecca York delivers page-turning suspense."

--Nora Roberts

"A true master of intrigue."

--Rave Reviews

**OVERVIEW**

**AMBUSHED** is a Decorah Security short story.

Sworn to protect federal witness Elizabeth Bannerman, Decorah Security Agent Jordan Stone fights the emotions building between them. 

When they're ambushed by terrorists, Jordan realizes he actually does have something left to lose-Elizabeth.

**MORE PRAISE FOR REBECCA YORK**

"Rebecca York's fast-paced suspense, innovative stories and sexy characters set the standard for paranormal romantic suspense."

--Ann Voss Peterson

**If you enjoy the action-packed plots of of Dick Francis, the suspense of Clive Cussler and the sensuality of Angela Knight, you'll LOVE *AMBUSHED*. **

****More stories in Rebecca York's Decorah Security Series:**
    #1 ***On Edge*** - Paranormal romantic-suspense novella - introduces founder of Decorah Security Agency
    #2 ***Dark Moon*** - Paranormal romantic-suspense novel
    #3 ***Chained ***- Paranormal romantic-suspense novella
    #5 ***Dark Powers*** - Paranormal romantic-suspense novel
    #6 ***Hot and Dangerous*** - Paranormal romantic-suspense short story
    #7 ***At Risk ***- Paranormal romantic-suspense novel
    #8 ***Christmas Captive ***- Paranormal romantic-suspense novella

******The ***Decorah Security Collection*** is an anthology containing ***Chained***, ***Dark Powers, Hot and Dangerous***, and ***Ambushed***.

****For more sexy, action-packed thrillers from Rebecca York, check out the science-fiction romance stories in her Off-World Series:**
    #1 - ***Hero's Welcome*** - Sexy science-fiction romance short story
    #2 - ***Nightfall ***- Sexy science-fiction romance novella
    #3 - ***Conquest ***- Sexy science-fiction romance short story