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Hideaway Legacy #8
No Compromise
As the driven executive director of The Sanctuary, a program dedicated to reaching out to victimized women, Jolene Walker has neither the time nor the energy for a personal life...until she meets United States Army Captain Michael Kirkland, a sexy, powerfully compelling intelligence expert who tempts her to trade in her eighteen-hour work days for sultry nights of sizzling passion. But their bliss is shattered when Jolene takes on a mysterious new client whose deadly secrets plunge her into a terrifying world of danger, leaving Michael no choice but to risk everything to save the woman he loves...
384 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published September 18, 2007
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About the author
Rochelle Alers
220 books1,051 followersRochelle Alers was born in Manhattan, New York, USA, where she raised. She obtained degrees in Sociology and Psychology, before started to work. She is a member of the Iota Theta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., and her interests include gourmet cooking and traveling. She has traveled to countries in North, Central and South America, and Europe. She is also in accomplished in knitting, crocheting and needlepoint.
Published since 1988, today a full-time writer, has been hailed by readers and booksellers alike as one of today's most prolific and popular African-American authors of romance and women's fiction. With more than fifty titles and nearly two million copies of her novels in print, she is a regular on the Waldenbooks, Borders and Essence bestseller lists, regularly chosen by Black Expressions Book Club, and has been the recipient of numerous awards, including the Gold Pen Award, the Emma Award, Vivian Stephens Award for Excellence in Romance Writing, the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award and the Zora Neale Hurston Literary Award. She also wrote as Susan James and Rena McLeary.
Rochelle Alers lives in a charming hamlet on Long Island.
Published since 1988, today a full-time writer, has been hailed by readers and booksellers alike as one of today's most prolific and popular African-American authors of romance and women's fiction. With more than fifty titles and nearly two million copies of her novels in print, she is a regular on the Waldenbooks, Borders and Essence bestseller lists, regularly chosen by Black Expressions Book Club, and has been the recipient of numerous awards, including the Gold Pen Award, the Emma Award, Vivian Stephens Award for Excellence in Romance Writing, the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award and the Zora Neale Hurston Literary Award. She also wrote as Susan James and Rena McLeary.
Rochelle Alers lives in a charming hamlet on Long Island.
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June 4, 2013
Um, yeah...let's get into it.
Liked:
* I liked that (and i've said it before) the sex was realistic. I hate reading about ppl having 12 orgasms before they have sex and another 5 during. Or is it 5 before and 12 during? I've read it both ways. Makes me tired.
* Michael, the most interesting man in the world. He doesn't romance you/open doors/protect/cater to every whim/cook/clean/massage/think/talk about his feelings/speak other languages/profess his eternal and undying love/plan dates/sweep you off your feet (sometimes literally)/give you the best sex of your life/put up with your ridiculous rebellious streak often...but when he does, he prefers Dos Equis.
Didn't like:
* This story unfolded s-l-o-w-l-y. Oh-em-gee, i started skipping pages just to get to it. I also didn't need all the technical jargon. I'm not interested in the dictated letter to the judge or the visit to potential donors or how they're gonna restructure services! Just acknowledge that the heroine is gonna do it (if it helps move the story along, which it didn't seem to...we know she's competent or she wouldn't be running the place!), and move on.
* The dialogue. Really?!?! No one says they "reside", they say they "live"...and i don't care how "proper" you are. Also didn't like the cheesy Spanish endearments. Dude speaks French, Japanese, Spanish, German, Arabic, and Russian...but the best we get is "mi amor" and "mi corazon"? =\
* I didn't see what was so special about the heroine. As previously stated, Michael is perfect. She's pretty and dresses nicely, but i didn't get a lot of personality from her. I didn't feel the attraction. Hell i'm more interested in getting to know April.
* The heroine. She can't get her head out of her ass and commit to Michael. Riiiight. Her quickie relationship with her ex hubby didn't work out so she wants to take things slow. OK, but i don't understand why she kept snapping at him when she thought he was trying to tell her what to do. That would have made more sense if her ex was controlling.
* We went from "not wanting to commit" to "unprotected sex" rather quickly for my taste! That was irresponsible on both of their parts.
* Liked that the heroine was capable of defending herself, but someone tried to kidnap and/or kill you yesterday (bearing in mind that this someone knows how to find you...let me reiterate, HE KNOWS HOW TO FIND YOUR IGNUT ASS) and this morning you're gonna traipse off to the gym? Alone?? Good times. In all fairness, i dislike the "i can take on the entire world without any help from anyone" attitude in all books, across all genres. I particularly hate that it's almost always a woman who thinks this way and runs off to do something stupid that puts her life and the lives of others in more danger than they were already in. This girl got lucky, the guy only gave up because he heard sirens...and he had a gun. Which brings me to my next point.
* I hate characters who hate guns soooo much they can't stand to be in the same room with a gun, even though (1) whoever's after them has guns and (2) they're with someone who knows how to use said gun. Get over it, when ppl are after you (and not for a damn date or a job), you need a gun. Welcome to Earth, enjoy your stay...try the veal. I don't own a gun, but if someone was after me i'd get one and learn how to use it! And at the very least, i'd alter my daily routine.
I'd give this 2.5 stars but i don't know how. I reserve 1 and 2 star ratings for books that i pretty much hate, and i don't hate this but i don't like it either.
Liked:
* I liked that (and i've said it before) the sex was realistic. I hate reading about ppl having 12 orgasms before they have sex and another 5 during. Or is it 5 before and 12 during? I've read it both ways. Makes me tired.
* Michael, the most interesting man in the world. He doesn't romance you/open doors/protect/cater to every whim/cook/clean/massage/think/talk about his feelings/speak other languages/profess his eternal and undying love/plan dates/sweep you off your feet (sometimes literally)/give you the best sex of your life/put up with your ridiculous rebellious streak often...but when he does, he prefers Dos Equis.
Didn't like:
* This story unfolded s-l-o-w-l-y. Oh-em-gee, i started skipping pages just to get to it. I also didn't need all the technical jargon. I'm not interested in the dictated letter to the judge or the visit to potential donors or how they're gonna restructure services! Just acknowledge that the heroine is gonna do it (if it helps move the story along, which it didn't seem to...we know she's competent or she wouldn't be running the place!), and move on.
* The dialogue. Really?!?! No one says they "reside", they say they "live"...and i don't care how "proper" you are. Also didn't like the cheesy Spanish endearments. Dude speaks French, Japanese, Spanish, German, Arabic, and Russian...but the best we get is "mi amor" and "mi corazon"? =\
* I didn't see what was so special about the heroine. As previously stated, Michael is perfect. She's pretty and dresses nicely, but i didn't get a lot of personality from her. I didn't feel the attraction. Hell i'm more interested in getting to know April.
* The heroine. She can't get her head out of her ass and commit to Michael. Riiiight. Her quickie relationship with her ex hubby didn't work out so she wants to take things slow. OK, but i don't understand why she kept snapping at him when she thought he was trying to tell her what to do. That would have made more sense if her ex was controlling.
* We went from "not wanting to commit" to "unprotected sex" rather quickly for my taste! That was irresponsible on both of their parts.
* Liked that the heroine was capable of defending herself, but someone tried to kidnap and/or kill you yesterday (bearing in mind that this someone knows how to find you...let me reiterate, HE KNOWS HOW TO FIND YOUR IGNUT ASS) and this morning you're gonna traipse off to the gym? Alone?? Good times. In all fairness, i dislike the "i can take on the entire world without any help from anyone" attitude in all books, across all genres. I particularly hate that it's almost always a woman who thinks this way and runs off to do something stupid that puts her life and the lives of others in more danger than they were already in. This girl got lucky, the guy only gave up because he heard sirens...and he had a gun. Which brings me to my next point.
* I hate characters who hate guns soooo much they can't stand to be in the same room with a gun, even though (1) whoever's after them has guns and (2) they're with someone who knows how to use said gun. Get over it, when ppl are after you (and not for a damn date or a job), you need a gun. Welcome to Earth, enjoy your stay...try the veal. I don't own a gun, but if someone was after me i'd get one and learn how to use it! And at the very least, i'd alter my daily routine.
I'd give this 2.5 stars but i don't know how. I reserve 1 and 2 star ratings for books that i pretty much hate, and i don't hate this but i don't like it either.
March 1, 2009
A book in the hideaway saga, i love all of ms alers books and have read every one. i love the romantic suspense. I wish men like the coles,kirklands,etc existed in real life but unfortunately they do not. ms alres never disappoints.
January 22, 2013
This was another great read in this series, I couldn't put it down.... Makes you wish that there were more men like the Kirkland's, Cole's, and Sterling's.
July 7, 2021
Phenomenal!
In spite of needing a family tree template, this book was incredible. Romance, suspense, drama and love at first sight are a few of topics covered. I savored reading the book in several sessions.
I have read several individuals books and three series written by this author. Anything the author has written that I have read is definitely a treat.
In spite of needing a family tree template, this book was incredible. Romance, suspense, drama and love at first sight are a few of topics covered. I savored reading the book in several sessions.
I have read several individuals books and three series written by this author. Anything the author has written that I have read is definitely a treat.
May 3, 2019
This was boring to me. I'm sorry but I just don't feel bad for either woman who stayed in their abusive relationships. I have learned in my line of work you can't help people who don't want to be helped. So I agree with her husband leaving her.
March 26, 2020
I’ve read this book at least 100 times and that is no exaggeration. I read it for the first time in seventh grade and I’ve been reading ever since. Sometimes three times in a year. I love the characters, the laughs, the fights, the storyline, etc. Its amazing!
June 11, 2021
This book will always be one of my favorites! If you follow the series, you'll be glad to know that Micheal Kirkland is the perfect mixture of his parents, Joshua and Vanessa Kirkland. I loved the heroine, Jolene and she was the perfect match for Micheal. I think I've reread this one 1000 times!
July 2, 2019
3.5⭐️
December 1, 2022
It's worth every second of anyone's time.
November 10, 2024
This book had it all
I enjoyed the story. It made smile, laugh, mad and wonder what the gecko. It was good spending time with the family again.
I enjoyed the story. It made smile, laugh, mad and wonder what the gecko. It was good spending time with the family again.
April 22, 2018
Excellent love story.The characters were marvelous.The action and suspense enough to keep you glued to the story and eager to learn the outcome.Yes,this is certainly a novel worth reading.
August 23, 2013
Romance, thrill, mystery, and drama it all came together in this on read. Jolene brought something to life in Michael at a time he was looking to decide his future. Jolene found a real love that she thought was lost for her, at a time she least expected it. She couldn't ask for a bigger family with deep, rich heritage and unity to ask for.
December 29, 2015
I have read this book over and over again, It's one of my favorites. This book is one of the books in the hideaway series written by Rochelle Alers. The strong characters, paired with the suspenseful story line make for a great read.
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August 16, 2008No Compromise (Arabesque) by Rochelle Alers (2002)
December 6, 2010
Great mixture of suspense and romance with realistic african american lead characters. belongs to the Cole series.
December 27, 2011
Great read.
February 12, 2012
I absolutely love her writing style. Her style is romantic with interesting characters and story lines.
August 5, 2017
It's so captivating and HOT. There's no books that compare to this one. It's so scorching, that's the only word to describe it. A MUST READ!!!
June 30, 2012
Love all Rochelle Alers books. This is one of my favorite suspense romance novels
December 20, 2012
Michael was a very patient man. Jolene had issues justifiable but still a lesser man would have left.
November 24, 2018
to re read a book over ten times and get the same five stars feeling-------------------priceless
June 14, 2013
Great book, enjoyed the story and the drama, I hated when I could not read my book.
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May 4, 2015I really enjoyed this book
January 2, 2016
I have not yet found a book by this author that I didn't like. Her story lines are great and hold your interest from the first page to the last.
August 14, 2014
1st time reading book by this author
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