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Hide 'N Seek
Private Investigator Marklynn Brooks has a major problem and this time it’s personal. Her sister, Sydney, is missing and the trail leads to Dalton Beck, CEO of Beck Security Systems. He denies any involvement in Sydney’s disappearance, but with the evidence stacked against him, can she believe him? As she races against time to find her sister, she’s not only in danger of losing Sydney -- she’s also in danger of losing her heart.
Dalton Beck is positive that Sydney is responsible for the security breach at his company. Someone is hacking into his computer system. To find the truth, he turns to Marklynn for help. She doesn’t trust him, but he’s not going to let that stop him as an attraction develops between them. But to earn her trust, he must make the ultimate sacrifice in order to save his company and catch a killer who will stop at nothing to destroy them.
Dalton Beck is positive that Sydney is responsible for the security breach at his company. Someone is hacking into his computer system. To find the truth, he turns to Marklynn for help. She doesn’t trust him, but he’s not going to let that stop him as an attraction develops between them. But to earn her trust, he must make the ultimate sacrifice in order to save his company and catch a killer who will stop at nothing to destroy them.
274 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 30, 2012
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About the author
Yvonne Harriott
9 books15 followersWith an overactive imagination from an early age, Yvonne created vivid stories in her mind in which she was the lead character. It wasn't long before she decided to take these stories from her mind and pen them to paper.
A romantic at heart, Yvonne loves short stories and romantic suspense. She writes primarily about relationships. At first, she wrote only for herself. But out of her passion for writing evolved a collection of stories.
Yvonne has published two collections of short stories, "The Wedding and Other Short Romantic Stories," showcasing her romantic collection. "The Invitation and Other Short Stories," a dramatic collection.
Her debut romantic suspense novel, Hide 'N Seek is the first of her suspense novels.
She lives in Canada and loves to travel.
A romantic at heart, Yvonne loves short stories and romantic suspense. She writes primarily about relationships. At first, she wrote only for herself. But out of her passion for writing evolved a collection of stories.
Yvonne has published two collections of short stories, "The Wedding and Other Short Romantic Stories," showcasing her romantic collection. "The Invitation and Other Short Stories," a dramatic collection.
Her debut romantic suspense novel, Hide 'N Seek is the first of her suspense novels.
She lives in Canada and loves to travel.
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October 1, 2012
Hide ‘N Seek was the first book that I’ve read by this author and it had everything that I was looking for in a romantic suspense novel. It had just enough suspense and romance and it definitely kept me guessing to the very end. Markie is looking for her sister but she cannot find her and doesn’t know what has happened to her. In the process of looking for her sister that is when she meets Dalton Beck, you can immediately see some chemistry between the both of them. They both work together to find out what happened to her sister and to find out who is behind everything at his company. There are a lot of twists and turns and I loved it. I am looking forward to reading the next book.
August 20, 2014
I enjoyed the fast paced plot of this read and the fact that it was a tough no non-sense type of heroine. I also liked the cover for this book!!! The character depth, to me, could have been better, and the storyline as well as ending was pretty easily preditable and quite cliché. I do very much appreciate this being offered as a freebie. I would most likely check out more of this writers work in the future.
April 4, 2014
I must say this was a good read. Really didn't know what to expect since I've never read any of Yvonne's work. After reading, I really couldn't stand Melanie. But after finding out what she went through to cause everything, I blame the parents. I'm glad Markie finally stopped being afraid and followed her heart with Dalton. Letting go of her past finally paid off.
April 1, 2015
A VERY SWEET LOVE STORY WITH A LOT OF MYSTERY, I DID WANT TO HURT THE h/MARKIE SHE WAS SO STUPID AT TIMES. I LOVED THE H/DALTON HE WAS SUPER SEXY AND SO SWEET.;D
September 13, 2018
First time reading this author and love this debut romantic suspense novel. It's a page-turner with enough suspense, romance, and intrigue to keep it interesting. Marklynn is looking for her missing sister, Sydney, and when a clue leads her to Dalton, she wants to learn what happens to her sister and fights their attraction at first. Meanwhile, Dalton suspects Sydney is behind the hacking of his computer's system and he will do everything to stop the culprit even if it means losing Marklynn. The story goes smoothly and I could hardly put it down. Highly recommended for romantic suspense fans!
July 15, 2017
I really enjoyed this book.
I found it very easy to read and enjoyed the balance between the romance and suspense aspects.
The mystery part of the plot was complex enough to keep guessing; I enjoyed the red herrings.
My feelings for the characters changed through the book as we learned more about them which added to my enjoyment of this story.
I have added 'Cat n Mouse' and 'Hit n Run' to my Amazon wish list.
I found it very easy to read and enjoyed the balance between the romance and suspense aspects.
The mystery part of the plot was complex enough to keep guessing; I enjoyed the red herrings.
My feelings for the characters changed through the book as we learned more about them which added to my enjoyment of this story.
I have added 'Cat n Mouse' and 'Hit n Run' to my Amazon wish list.
February 28, 2020
Loved it.
First time reading a book by this author. boy did I enjoy it. It really kept me interested from beginning to end. I thought it was well written and a good page turner. I am now looking for something else by this author. Keep up the good writing i enjoyed every page. And I liked the length of the story.
First time reading a book by this author. boy did I enjoy it. It really kept me interested from beginning to end. I thought it was well written and a good page turner. I am now looking for something else by this author. Keep up the good writing i enjoyed every page. And I liked the length of the story.
March 4, 2021
Enjoyed
So very glad that Sydney was found alive and that Marklynn and Beck resolved their issues and came back to one another. Great they got married and the icing on the cake was the pregnancy!
So very glad that Sydney was found alive and that Marklynn and Beck resolved their issues and came back to one another. Great they got married and the icing on the cake was the pregnancy!
March 16, 2018
It's a good read!
I could not stop reading. I had to finish the book in order to find out what happened to Mackie & Beck.
I could not stop reading. I had to finish the book in order to find out what happened to Mackie & Beck.
September 30, 2022
I really enjoyed the book. I wish the ending would have been a little different. Overall, I really liked it
October 14, 2022
Good read.
May 28, 2024
Interested and had a little susoense
The book was a little slow in the beginning, but was very good reading at the middle until the end.
The book was a little slow in the beginning, but was very good reading at the middle until the end.
March 26, 2019
Good read!
This book captures your attention the moment it starts. If you think you guessed what will happen you are wrong... Good suspenseful book
This book captures your attention the moment it starts. If you think you guessed what will happen you are wrong... Good suspenseful book
December 30, 2020
Just ok
The story line was good, but I like a the mystery till the end. The story was so predictable, you knew what was going happen.
The story line was good, but I like a the mystery till the end. The story was so predictable, you knew what was going happen.
June 15, 2015
Finished reading: May 30th 2015
"Whether he wanted to play her game or not, he didn't have a choice. He would play her game of hide and seek and when the game was over, he would be dead. And eye for an eye."
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February 28, 2017
This had the makings of a terrific book. It reminded me of the Harlequin Intrigue series, in that it was about equal parts well-crafted thriller and sensuous (not pornographic) sweet romance.
So why only four stars? Well ...
I have done some freelance copy-editing in the past, most recently in December 2016, and my tolerance for misspelled or misused words, missing or misplaced punctuation, and missing quotes is close to zero. This is a good book, but it could have been better with a little attention. Bottom line: though I enjoyed this book, I won't be rushing to read the others in the series.
So why only four stars? Well ...
I have done some freelance copy-editing in the past, most recently in December 2016, and my tolerance for misspelled or misused words, missing or misplaced punctuation, and missing quotes is close to zero. This is a good book, but it could have been better with a little attention. Bottom line: though I enjoyed this book, I won't be rushing to read the others in the series.
October 9, 2014
4.5 STARS!
Marklynn Brooks and her sister Sydney were left in the care of their Nan from an early age, and Markie has always been the responsible older sister.
When Sydney makes arrangements to meet Markie for lunch, and doesn’t show, Markie finds Sydney’s house trashed and no sign of her sister. But what she does find is two intruders, one firing bullets, and the other going head to head with her while the sparks fly.
Markie tracks down the second man to Beck Security and discovers that he is the CEO, Dalton Beck and that he was meant to meet Sydney to view some photographs that she captured recently showing members from his firm in a compromising position, especially considering the customers he has been losing recently as his company takes hits from what appears to be an inside job.
Beck gets Markie and her team of PI’s on the case in the hope they can discover who is behind the sabotage at his company, while also trying his best to get Markie as part of his happily ever after.
This book takes you on a fast paced journey as Markie tries to get her sister back, whilst battling feelings from her past fiancé that make her keep Beck at a distance. I loved Beck and his determination in all areas from his business to his feelings. He is a wonderful main man.
The twist near the end that reveals the culprit is completely unpredictable and the conclusion leaves you on edge.
A great read!
Reviewed by Diana.
Marklynn Brooks and her sister Sydney were left in the care of their Nan from an early age, and Markie has always been the responsible older sister.
When Sydney makes arrangements to meet Markie for lunch, and doesn’t show, Markie finds Sydney’s house trashed and no sign of her sister. But what she does find is two intruders, one firing bullets, and the other going head to head with her while the sparks fly.
Markie tracks down the second man to Beck Security and discovers that he is the CEO, Dalton Beck and that he was meant to meet Sydney to view some photographs that she captured recently showing members from his firm in a compromising position, especially considering the customers he has been losing recently as his company takes hits from what appears to be an inside job.
Beck gets Markie and her team of PI’s on the case in the hope they can discover who is behind the sabotage at his company, while also trying his best to get Markie as part of his happily ever after.
This book takes you on a fast paced journey as Markie tries to get her sister back, whilst battling feelings from her past fiancé that make her keep Beck at a distance. I loved Beck and his determination in all areas from his business to his feelings. He is a wonderful main man.
The twist near the end that reveals the culprit is completely unpredictable and the conclusion leaves you on edge.
A great read!
Reviewed by Diana.
January 26, 2021
The story is intriguing, sometimes pacy, but too predictable. Well, perhaps that's the point of romance, but when it's a well known fact that Yvonne writes stories with a happy ending, there is no point of reading because after all the ending will be happy, with the two main characters together and my mind won't be blown off with a 'I didn't see that coming....'
Private Investigator, Marklynn Brooks has a major problem and this time it’s personal. Her sister, Sydney, is missing and the trail leads to Dalton Beck, CEO of Beck Security Systems. He denies any involvement in Sydney’s disappearance, but with the evidence stacked against him, can she believe him? As she races against time to find her sister, she’s not only in danger of losing Sydney she’s also in danger of losing her heart.
Dalton Beck is positive that Sydney is responsible for the security breach at his company. Someone is hacking into his computer system. To find the truth he turns to Marklynn for help. She doesn’t trust him but he’s not going to let that stop him as an attraction develops between them. But to earn her trust, he must make the ultimate sacrifice in order to save his company and catch a killer who will stop at nothing to destroy them.
Private Investigator, Marklynn Brooks has a major problem and this time it’s personal. Her sister, Sydney, is missing and the trail leads to Dalton Beck, CEO of Beck Security Systems. He denies any involvement in Sydney’s disappearance, but with the evidence stacked against him, can she believe him? As she races against time to find her sister, she’s not only in danger of losing Sydney she’s also in danger of losing her heart.
Dalton Beck is positive that Sydney is responsible for the security breach at his company. Someone is hacking into his computer system. To find the truth he turns to Marklynn for help. She doesn’t trust him but he’s not going to let that stop him as an attraction develops between them. But to earn her trust, he must make the ultimate sacrifice in order to save his company and catch a killer who will stop at nothing to destroy them.
February 12, 2013
Wow. Picked up a completely random book and it turned out to be really good. This was the kind of surprise I really like!
Hide 'N Seek is entertaining both when it comes to suspense and when it comes to the romance. The suspense was well thought and even though it wasn't difficult to figure it out, it was still captivating. I must say I really liked the characters. Sharp and intelligent people, they were described in a wonderful manner making them difficult not to like. Anyway, I suggest everyone reading my review just grab their ereaders and see for themselves. :)
Hide 'N Seek is entertaining both when it comes to suspense and when it comes to the romance. The suspense was well thought and even though it wasn't difficult to figure it out, it was still captivating. I must say I really liked the characters. Sharp and intelligent people, they were described in a wonderful manner making them difficult not to like. Anyway, I suggest everyone reading my review just grab their ereaders and see for themselves. :)
July 26, 2017
This book had the potential to be a good suspense read. BUT the author ruined it for me by including several detailed intimacy scenes. It only received a 2 because of the decent plot. I normally would have stopped reading when I hit the first racy scene with TMI, but I actually wanted to find out who was behind the hacking and had kidnapped Marklynn's sister.
Definitely would not recommend for those who prefer clean reads.
FAVORITE QUOTE: "When you close people out of your life, you miss out on their life and they miss out on yours."
Definitely would not recommend for those who prefer clean reads.
FAVORITE QUOTE: "When you close people out of your life, you miss out on their life and they miss out on yours."
April 29, 2014
THIS BOOK HAD A LOT OF TWISTS AND TURNS. IT STARTS OUT WITH MARKI WHO IS A P.I. AND HAS A SISTER NAMED SYDNEY, WHO SEEMS TO HAVE VANISHED. SO MARKI HAS TO FIND HER, AND REALLY DON'T KNOW WHY SHE WAS TAKEN IN THE FIRST PPLACE, BUT ALONG THE WAY, MARKI MEETS THE OWNER OF A SECURITY COMPANY ( BECK ) WHO SEEMS TO FALL RIGHGT IN PLACE OF WHERE SYDNEY IS..HUMMM..BUT THERE IS A TWIST TO ALL OF THIS,,,THERE IS ACTION,SUSPENSE, AND WTH.....PRETTY GOOD SATURDAY EVENING READ....
October 9, 2014
I found this book VERY predictable. I got to page 79 or so and the whole plot came into plain view. I then scanned through everything, not really reading. The ONLY reason why I rated this as 3 stars is because of the twist of it not being who I thought it was that was wreaking all this havoc. Not gonna spoil it for any potential readers. BEWARE, though, it is very very VERY predictable. All the way down to the epilogue. If you take the plunge, you'll see what I mean.
August 1, 2015
Geez, If I ever go missing, I sure hope my sister spends more time trying to find me, not herself.
Picked this book up as a freebie from Amazon. Have to say, I felt this story was very predictable and at times found myself asking, didn't I already read that? Every emotion was analyzed over and over ad nauseam. Besides the poor, missing sister and her abductor, I never grew to care about the main characters. The ending had me rolling my eyes.
Picked this book up as a freebie from Amazon. Have to say, I felt this story was very predictable and at times found myself asking, didn't I already read that? Every emotion was analyzed over and over ad nauseam. Besides the poor, missing sister and her abductor, I never grew to care about the main characters. The ending had me rolling my eyes.
May 7, 2014
An amazingly good book. I picked this book mainly because of the strong female main charcter and that it was free on kindle. It hooked me fron the first chapters and kept me guessing to the very last page with so many mysteries to answer and plot twists it was so gripping i read it in one day. There is a good balance between the clean romance and the action of finding sydney.
August 25, 2014
the story was pretty good and plausible. Their behaviour between each other was not ...... and not to tell him that the murder is waiting in her sisters appartment, brushing your teeth, washing your face, checking make up and taking all the time to react is just silly ! and NOT believeable ! Try again ......;-)
August 30, 2014
Loved it! Was easily drawn into the storyline from the beginning. Storyline was well written, intriguing and suspenseful. At times keeping me on the edge of my seat. Loved the chemistry and interaction between Dalton and Marklynn. They kept me entertained thru-out the book. First book for me by this author but definitely won't be the last.
April 1, 2015
Good read.
I started this book weeks ago, found it hard to read, but after the first chapter I was more than pleasantly surprised. The story basically kick started in chapter two for me. Overall it was a good read, and an enjoyable storyline.. oh and 'Nan' is a refreshing amusement lol!!
I started this book weeks ago, found it hard to read, but after the first chapter I was more than pleasantly surprised. The story basically kick started in chapter two for me. Overall it was a good read, and an enjoyable storyline.. oh and 'Nan' is a refreshing amusement lol!!
March 17, 2014
Perfect Balance!
I love romantic suspense! This book had the perfect balance of romance, suspense, and mystery. Once I started I had a hard time putting it down. I look forward to reading the other books by this author.
I love romantic suspense! This book had the perfect balance of romance, suspense, and mystery. Once I started I had a hard time putting it down. I look forward to reading the other books by this author.
May 26, 2014
I really enjoyed this book! It had chemistry, suspense, and developed characters. I was rooting for the hero, heroine, and her sister the whole way through. It addressed issues of the past, present, and future for the characters. Definitely, I recommend!
July 23, 2014
Love it!!!!!
this was one mystery that had you on your toes. great story line. it was so good. I loved the characters, they each brought they own touch to the story. this is a must read!!!! 1 click it!!!!!
this was one mystery that had you on your toes. great story line. it was so good. I loved the characters, they each brought they own touch to the story. this is a must read!!!! 1 click it!!!!!
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