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Grayson's Surrender & Taking Cover
These two Wingmen Warriors stories will leave you breathless!
Grayson's Surrender
Nothing frightens Grayson "Cutter" Clark. Yet the sight of Lori Rutledge has the air force flight surgeon almost dropping to his knees. After a year without her, Grayson is now her partner. Suddenly, rescuing a group of orphans from a war-torn country seems easy compared to keeping his feelings for Lori locked safely away…especially when she wants his surrender!
Taking Cover
Dr. Kathleen O'Connell's years in the air force taught her a thing or two about handling arrogant top-gun pilots. But there's one hotshot flyboy who's always gotten past her defenses. And now he's her unwelcome partner—on the most dangerous mission of her career. Kathleen thinks she can keep him in line—maybe—but she's not so sure about her own traitorous heart….
Grayson's Surrender
Nothing frightens Grayson "Cutter" Clark. Yet the sight of Lori Rutledge has the air force flight surgeon almost dropping to his knees. After a year without her, Grayson is now her partner. Suddenly, rescuing a group of orphans from a war-torn country seems easy compared to keeping his feelings for Lori locked safely away…especially when she wants his surrender!
Taking Cover
Dr. Kathleen O'Connell's years in the air force taught her a thing or two about handling arrogant top-gun pilots. But there's one hotshot flyboy who's always gotten past her defenses. And now he's her unwelcome partner—on the most dangerous mission of her career. Kathleen thinks she can keep him in line—maybe—but she's not so sure about her own traitorous heart….
544 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published April 15, 2014
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Catherine Mann
598 books1,247 followersUSA Today bestseller Catherine Mann has written women's fiction, romance, and romantic suspense for Lake Union, Harlequin, HQN, Berkley, Tule, and Sourcebooks, with titles released in more than 30 countries. Catherine’s novels have won numerous awards, including a RITA Award, the Romantic Times Magazine Reviewer’s Choice Award, and the Bookseller’s Best Award.
A South Carolinian at heart, after years of moving around the country Catherine has settled back in her home state with her Harley-riding husband. Empty nesters, they have a blended family of nine children, nine grandchildren, two dogs, and three feral cats, who all provide endless inspiration for new novels. For more information, visit: http://catherinemann.com
A South Carolinian at heart, after years of moving around the country Catherine has settled back in her home state with her Harley-riding husband. Empty nesters, they have a blended family of nine children, nine grandchildren, two dogs, and three feral cats, who all provide endless inspiration for new novels. For more information, visit: http://catherinemann.com
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May 11, 2014
By the time I started reading Catherine Mann, her Wingman Warriors books were out of print. I’d always heard good things, but unless I happened upon on in a used bookstore (I didn’t) opportunities to read them were slim. This is the biggest reason I was thrilled to learn that Harlequin was rereleasing the first two, Grayson’s Surrender and Taking Cover, in a single paperback.
I’m happy to say they lived up to the hype. Both were well-told stories with strong characters. There is more romantic suspense in the second one; the first more heart. I really enjoyed getting to know these men and women known for their motto of Anything Anywhere Anytime. I only hope Harlequin decides the remainder of the series is worth reissuing also. I can’t wait to revisit these flyers and the women who bring them back down to earth.
Get your copy before they go away again. You won't be sorry!
May 11, 2014
*sighs*
Sometimes, it takes a well written, well researched, sweet, and sexy book to get me out of a bad mood, and this book (actually, two full length books in one!), so totally did the trick. I'll have the review up in the next week or so on my blog and will update this review with the link.
If you can't wait til then, here's a bit to tide you over: Grayson and Tanner are two hot, pilots and I loved watching them find love. And the heroines are both strong and smart and seeing them bring these strong men to their knees was a treat!
*I received an ARC of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.*
Sometimes, it takes a well written, well researched, sweet, and sexy book to get me out of a bad mood, and this book (actually, two full length books in one!), so totally did the trick. I'll have the review up in the next week or so on my blog and will update this review with the link.
If you can't wait til then, here's a bit to tide you over: Grayson and Tanner are two hot, pilots and I loved watching them find love. And the heroines are both strong and smart and seeing them bring these strong men to their knees was a treat!
*I received an ARC of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.*
June 1, 2014
MY VIEW
GRAYSON'S SURRENDER
Our hero, Grayson and our heroine, Lori gives the reader lots of the sweet romance and then there was a lot of hot, sexy meetings. Grayson doesn't want any kind of commitment while Lori wants to settle down and have a family. Grayson appears to be a good guy and Lori is a nice, kind and gentle woman. I think Grayson needs this kind of woman.. There's a young child in the story, Magda, who just touch their hearts and bring them together.
The author wrote a lovely story about two people who have different ideas about being together. Will they come to one idea on what love is? Or will they go their separate ways?
TAKING COVER
One you start reading this story it seems to get better as you turn the pages. We have two intelligent, strong and self sufficient people who are investigating an accident together. Kathleen and Tanner are are igniting an old flame as they get closer and closer. Tanner has had a lot of problems in his past and yet he still has a positive attitude and is filled with laughter. Kathleen doesn't have much self esteem. Her ex-husbands have drilled into her that she is good for nothing. It was sweet watching the two slowly begin to love each other.
I would recommend both of these books to the reader. They are written well and have a reality in them that makes you want to turn the pages. You want the characters to have things work out for them. You are with them all the way. SO grab a copy and read read "The Wingmen Warrior Series" Hopefully you will love them as much as I did.
I was given a complimentary copy of GRAYSON'S SURRENDER and TAKING COVER by Catherine Mann from Lola's Blog Tours for my view of the book.
GRAYSON'S SURRENDER
Our hero, Grayson and our heroine, Lori gives the reader lots of the sweet romance and then there was a lot of hot, sexy meetings. Grayson doesn't want any kind of commitment while Lori wants to settle down and have a family. Grayson appears to be a good guy and Lori is a nice, kind and gentle woman. I think Grayson needs this kind of woman.. There's a young child in the story, Magda, who just touch their hearts and bring them together.
The author wrote a lovely story about two people who have different ideas about being together. Will they come to one idea on what love is? Or will they go their separate ways?
TAKING COVER
One you start reading this story it seems to get better as you turn the pages. We have two intelligent, strong and self sufficient people who are investigating an accident together. Kathleen and Tanner are are igniting an old flame as they get closer and closer. Tanner has had a lot of problems in his past and yet he still has a positive attitude and is filled with laughter. Kathleen doesn't have much self esteem. Her ex-husbands have drilled into her that she is good for nothing. It was sweet watching the two slowly begin to love each other.
I would recommend both of these books to the reader. They are written well and have a reality in them that makes you want to turn the pages. You want the characters to have things work out for them. You are with them all the way. SO grab a copy and read read "The Wingmen Warrior Series" Hopefully you will love them as much as I did.
I was given a complimentary copy of GRAYSON'S SURRENDER and TAKING COVER by Catherine Mann from Lola's Blog Tours for my view of the book.
May 20, 2014
My thoughts on "Grayson's Surrender":
Ok- I loved it! The tug of war between Grayson, our hero and Lori, our heroine is one filled with sweet romance and hot, steamy encounters! Grayson has a commitment phobia and all Lori wants is to settle down. Will they come together? Will Madga, a young child that touches both their hearts, help. This is a touching and realistic story about two people in love that struggle to come to terms with their feelings. Grayson is a great guy! It's no wonder Lori falls for him. And, Lori, she's a kind, gentle person that is exactly what Grayson needs. This is a must read! Thank you, Ms. Mann, for a wonderful story! Enjoy!
My thoughts on "Taking Cover":
This story starts off strong and gets better and better! Both Kathleen and Tanner are strong, smart and independent individuals that are ordered to work together to investigate an accident. While working so closely together, an old spark reignites and they grow closer too. I liked that the relationship grew and got stronger with time, not rushed. Tanner is great - despite hardships in his past, he still is positive and loves to laugh. Kathleen is vulnerable and not thinking too highly of herself, having believed her ex-husbands words. Watching their love grow and blossom is a beautiful thing! Again, Ms. Mann has done it! Don't miss any of the Wingman Warriors stories!
Ok- I loved it! The tug of war between Grayson, our hero and Lori, our heroine is one filled with sweet romance and hot, steamy encounters! Grayson has a commitment phobia and all Lori wants is to settle down. Will they come together? Will Madga, a young child that touches both their hearts, help. This is a touching and realistic story about two people in love that struggle to come to terms with their feelings. Grayson is a great guy! It's no wonder Lori falls for him. And, Lori, she's a kind, gentle person that is exactly what Grayson needs. This is a must read! Thank you, Ms. Mann, for a wonderful story! Enjoy!
My thoughts on "Taking Cover":
This story starts off strong and gets better and better! Both Kathleen and Tanner are strong, smart and independent individuals that are ordered to work together to investigate an accident. While working so closely together, an old spark reignites and they grow closer too. I liked that the relationship grew and got stronger with time, not rushed. Tanner is great - despite hardships in his past, he still is positive and loves to laugh. Kathleen is vulnerable and not thinking too highly of herself, having believed her ex-husbands words. Watching their love grow and blossom is a beautiful thing! Again, Ms. Mann has done it! Don't miss any of the Wingman Warriors stories!
August 3, 2016
4.5 shining stars
Catherine Mann is a well-known author in the military romance genre, and since I have enjoyed reading other romantic suspense novels that she has written, I was glad for the opportunity to review Grayson’s Surrender and Taking Cover. Both titles were published separately in 2002 but have now been combined and re-released this year. Although both novels may be categorized as contemporary romance, I was pleased to discover that Taking Cover has some elements of romantic suspense, which drew me into the plot, perhaps more so than Grayson’s Surrender. Nevertheless, both of these novels are great reads that quickly and easily pulled me into the lives of these fearless Air Force heroes and the courageous heroines who capture their hearts. “Anything, Anywhere, Anytime” is their motto, and in both novels, the main characters’ actions certainly show this to be the case.
Before I respond to each novel individually, I want to point out the similarities that I found between both stories.
-The heroes are dedicated, brave and honorable men who fear commitment and avoid getting too close to the women they date.
-The heroines are strong-willed and self-reliant, with type-A personalities that entice and challenge their men.
-Each couple as well as many of the supporting characters are multi-dimensional and are imbued with qualities and flaws that make them seem real and believable. Mann does a great job in developing each featured character’s appearance, personality, patterns of behavior, and backstory to lend depth to and strengthen that character’s emotional arc.
-Both novels are narrated from a third-person point of view so readers can get into the minds of each hero and heroine and follow their internal struggles. I am impressed with how smoothly Mann shifts from one character’s perspective to another even within the same scene. This is not easy to accomplish, but Mann does it extremely well.
-The love scenes are sensual rather than overly explicit in nature.
-Both stories have a HEA resolution that left me sighing in contentment.
Grayson’s Surrender
This is a well-written romance that describes a couple’s efforts to rekindle their relationship a year after they walked away from each other. Major Grayson, “Gray” Clark has the rare distinction of serving as both a pilot and flight surgeon in the Air Force. He thinks he has a great life, everything he wants…except for the one woman he can’t seem to forget, Lori Rutledge.
When a mission to rescue orphans from a war-torn Eastern European village brings Gray and Lori together, their response to each other and the tense dialogue between them clearly show they haven’t closed the door for good on their relationship. Their different ideas of what a future together would entail created a chasm that eventually tore them apart. Lori wants marriage and a family, but the most Gray is willing to offer is living together. Now, even though their reunion is awkward and unsettling, and Gray knows he will be moving away soon, he sees an opportunity to have closure with Lori so they can part on amicable terms. Gray sees the special relationship blossoming between Lori and Magda, one of the orphaned girls rescued, and implements a plan to make all three of them happy. By supporting and encouraging the growing bond between this woman and child, Gray thinks he is giving Lori the family he can’t provide, so he can walk away with no regrets. Unfortunately, Gray doesn’t count on his heart getting involved, which causes his plan to backfire. As Gray begins spending more time with Lori and Magda, he realizes that doing so is only making it harder to walk away from them.
This story is full of ironic situations, like this. The more Gray’s plans fall into place, the less happy he is about the outcome. Furthermore, one of the major reasons Gray refuses to settle down is because of his parents’ marriage. Ironically, Gray’s parents play a significant role in bridging the gap between the couple. His mother is amazingly intuitive and persistent in gently nudging her son toward the happiness that awaits him if he’ll only step up and embrace it. Although a man of few words and generally distant, Gray’s father provides the wisdom that leads Gray to question his choices.
Although the plot is fairly predictable the dynamic characters are what make this story so enjoyable. The rescue mission itself is one of my favorite scenes because it really shows the characters’ moral fiber when you see them in action, handling each crisis that arises with skill and finesse. Another favorite scene is the climax which will easily sweep the romantics-at-heart off their feet. Be forewarned, you may find yourself swooning.
Taking Cover
Between the two stories, Taking Cover is my favorite. The drama centers around flight surgeon, Dr. Kathleen O’Connell and “hot shot” pilot, Tanner “Bronco” Bennett. Kathleen is a big believer in following the rules while Tanner likes to break them, and the sparks fly from their frequent verbal sparring. The slight antagonism they display toward each other is really just an effort to mask the intense mutual attraction between them that neither wants to admit.
When they cause a public scene in an argument over Tanner’s need for medical treatment, their commander assigns them to work together on an investigation of a recent C-17 crash. Their mission is two-fold: discover the cause of the crash and prove they can work as a team.
Forced to spend time together, Kathleen and Tanner try to set aside their difference and maintain a professional working relationship during the investigation. However, now they can no longer escape dealing with the metaphorical elephant that’s been in the room with them for the past twelve years: the unresolved passion and lust brimming just beneath the surface whenever they are around each other. Many of their dialogues are teeming with sexual tension, which makes for an interesting read. Despite their differences, Kathleen and Tanner have a charisma and passion that make them a well-suited couple.
Another intriguing aspect that I enjoyed in this story is the increasingly dangerous complications Kathleen and Tanner encounter as they get closer to solving the mystery behind the plane crash. The second half of the book is suspenseful and will put Kathleen’s and Tanner’s teamwork skills to the test, and this time their survival depends on their success. Taking Cover is also a well-written story with a unified and cohesive plot that makes for an engrossing read.
Source: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author to provide an honest review.
Catherine Mann is a well-known author in the military romance genre, and since I have enjoyed reading other romantic suspense novels that she has written, I was glad for the opportunity to review Grayson’s Surrender and Taking Cover. Both titles were published separately in 2002 but have now been combined and re-released this year. Although both novels may be categorized as contemporary romance, I was pleased to discover that Taking Cover has some elements of romantic suspense, which drew me into the plot, perhaps more so than Grayson’s Surrender. Nevertheless, both of these novels are great reads that quickly and easily pulled me into the lives of these fearless Air Force heroes and the courageous heroines who capture their hearts. “Anything, Anywhere, Anytime” is their motto, and in both novels, the main characters’ actions certainly show this to be the case.
Before I respond to each novel individually, I want to point out the similarities that I found between both stories.
-The heroes are dedicated, brave and honorable men who fear commitment and avoid getting too close to the women they date.
-The heroines are strong-willed and self-reliant, with type-A personalities that entice and challenge their men.
-Each couple as well as many of the supporting characters are multi-dimensional and are imbued with qualities and flaws that make them seem real and believable. Mann does a great job in developing each featured character’s appearance, personality, patterns of behavior, and backstory to lend depth to and strengthen that character’s emotional arc.
-Both novels are narrated from a third-person point of view so readers can get into the minds of each hero and heroine and follow their internal struggles. I am impressed with how smoothly Mann shifts from one character’s perspective to another even within the same scene. This is not easy to accomplish, but Mann does it extremely well.
-The love scenes are sensual rather than overly explicit in nature.
-Both stories have a HEA resolution that left me sighing in contentment.
Grayson’s Surrender
This is a well-written romance that describes a couple’s efforts to rekindle their relationship a year after they walked away from each other. Major Grayson, “Gray” Clark has the rare distinction of serving as both a pilot and flight surgeon in the Air Force. He thinks he has a great life, everything he wants…except for the one woman he can’t seem to forget, Lori Rutledge.
When a mission to rescue orphans from a war-torn Eastern European village brings Gray and Lori together, their response to each other and the tense dialogue between them clearly show they haven’t closed the door for good on their relationship. Their different ideas of what a future together would entail created a chasm that eventually tore them apart. Lori wants marriage and a family, but the most Gray is willing to offer is living together. Now, even though their reunion is awkward and unsettling, and Gray knows he will be moving away soon, he sees an opportunity to have closure with Lori so they can part on amicable terms. Gray sees the special relationship blossoming between Lori and Magda, one of the orphaned girls rescued, and implements a plan to make all three of them happy. By supporting and encouraging the growing bond between this woman and child, Gray thinks he is giving Lori the family he can’t provide, so he can walk away with no regrets. Unfortunately, Gray doesn’t count on his heart getting involved, which causes his plan to backfire. As Gray begins spending more time with Lori and Magda, he realizes that doing so is only making it harder to walk away from them.
This story is full of ironic situations, like this. The more Gray’s plans fall into place, the less happy he is about the outcome. Furthermore, one of the major reasons Gray refuses to settle down is because of his parents’ marriage. Ironically, Gray’s parents play a significant role in bridging the gap between the couple. His mother is amazingly intuitive and persistent in gently nudging her son toward the happiness that awaits him if he’ll only step up and embrace it. Although a man of few words and generally distant, Gray’s father provides the wisdom that leads Gray to question his choices.
Although the plot is fairly predictable the dynamic characters are what make this story so enjoyable. The rescue mission itself is one of my favorite scenes because it really shows the characters’ moral fiber when you see them in action, handling each crisis that arises with skill and finesse. Another favorite scene is the climax which will easily sweep the romantics-at-heart off their feet. Be forewarned, you may find yourself swooning.
Taking Cover
Between the two stories, Taking Cover is my favorite. The drama centers around flight surgeon, Dr. Kathleen O’Connell and “hot shot” pilot, Tanner “Bronco” Bennett. Kathleen is a big believer in following the rules while Tanner likes to break them, and the sparks fly from their frequent verbal sparring. The slight antagonism they display toward each other is really just an effort to mask the intense mutual attraction between them that neither wants to admit.
When they cause a public scene in an argument over Tanner’s need for medical treatment, their commander assigns them to work together on an investigation of a recent C-17 crash. Their mission is two-fold: discover the cause of the crash and prove they can work as a team.
Forced to spend time together, Kathleen and Tanner try to set aside their difference and maintain a professional working relationship during the investigation. However, now they can no longer escape dealing with the metaphorical elephant that’s been in the room with them for the past twelve years: the unresolved passion and lust brimming just beneath the surface whenever they are around each other. Many of their dialogues are teeming with sexual tension, which makes for an interesting read. Despite their differences, Kathleen and Tanner have a charisma and passion that make them a well-suited couple.
Another intriguing aspect that I enjoyed in this story is the increasingly dangerous complications Kathleen and Tanner encounter as they get closer to solving the mystery behind the plane crash. The second half of the book is suspenseful and will put Kathleen’s and Tanner’s teamwork skills to the test, and this time their survival depends on their success. Taking Cover is also a well-written story with a unified and cohesive plot that makes for an engrossing read.
Source: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author to provide an honest review.
August 14, 2014
Wow. Men in uniform admittedly do something to me. Men who would willing give up their own lives to save women and children? Well you’ve got me to the right place. In these two novels we meet two flyboys and the women who challenge them every step of the way. The stories aren’t pretty, pink or fairy tale style, nor are they all blood and gore. Ms. Mann has somehow found that perfect combination of shoot’um up and romance with a nice bit of heat mixed in as well. Each story individually is a stand alone novel in it’s own right but combined make for one heck of a story. They are also the first in a series that I’m excited to read. The players are by no stretch perfect but they are perfect for each other in their imperfections as well as lessons to one another. In fact that is one of the greatest things I took away from these books was Ms. Mann’s ability to show us that sometimes when we open not just our eyes but our minds we see what is in front of us and we see who we were meant to be.
The players come alive in a world that isn’t perfect but is real. The writing flows smoothly and the verbage is real. The biggest point to me is how Ms. Mann is able to show us even when the world around you is literally exploding or flying away love keeps you together and everything fades away.
The players come alive in a world that isn’t perfect but is real. The writing flows smoothly and the verbage is real. The biggest point to me is how Ms. Mann is able to show us even when the world around you is literally exploding or flying away love keeps you together and everything fades away.
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