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Will my nemesis show mercy, or let me burn?
When my beloved sister is snatched by ruthless monsters and the trail goes cold, desperation leaves me with only one unthinkable option to bring her home.
Except turning to the man I betrayed eight years ago comes with consequences. There’s no forgiving what I did as a rookie cop, and Draven certainly hasn’t forgotten. His naked fury still runs deep.
With the list of missing women growing, Draven agrees to put aside his hatred for the greater good. But as we’re plunged into the dark underworld of a sex trafficking gang and evil raises the stakes, our blistering chemistry explodes, leaving both of us shell-shocked.
With danger closing in, my hard fought-for career hangs by a tenuous thread. This time, if everything goes up in flames, there may be no coming back from the ashes.
Author This book was previously released as part of the Brook Brothers series. It has been completely reimagined and re-edited, and includes an additional 15% of content.
When my beloved sister is snatched by ruthless monsters and the trail goes cold, desperation leaves me with only one unthinkable option to bring her home.
Except turning to the man I betrayed eight years ago comes with consequences. There’s no forgiving what I did as a rookie cop, and Draven certainly hasn’t forgotten. His naked fury still runs deep.
With the list of missing women growing, Draven agrees to put aside his hatred for the greater good. But as we’re plunged into the dark underworld of a sex trafficking gang and evil raises the stakes, our blistering chemistry explodes, leaving both of us shell-shocked.
With danger closing in, my hard fought-for career hangs by a tenuous thread. This time, if everything goes up in flames, there may be no coming back from the ashes.
Author This book was previously released as part of the Brook Brothers series. It has been completely reimagined and re-edited, and includes an additional 15% of content.
257 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 1, 2024
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Tracie Delaney
73 books728 followersTracie Delaney writes billionaire romance where the men fall hard and the women make them work for it. Even though she has more than 35 novels published across many different series, Tracie still considers herself a reader first and foremost and loves fangirling over her favorite authors.
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February 18, 2020
Oh La La! A Romantic Thriller That Takes Your Breath Away!!
A cop whose sister is kidnapped, along with several other woman in a short period..A PI who Always gets his man..Actions you take when a loved one is in terrible jeopardy..
Louise used to be mentored by Draven, eight years ago, when she made a call that she now realizes was a mistake. No longer a cop, she knows she needs his skills to find her sister, but he hates her.
Draven is shocked when Louise shows up at his door, and determined to keep her away. But her story about her sister missing grabs that part of him who hates those who hurt others!
A fast-paced story with pages that burn through your hands as this hard to handle duo race to find the women before they are auctioned off! Amazing characters will have your full attention with sparks, action and intensity , and the plan to work with the FBI with Louise as bait will have you reading non-stop until the amazing ending!!
A 5 STAR story that has something for everyone, Grab it Today!!!
A cop whose sister is kidnapped, along with several other woman in a short period..A PI who Always gets his man..Actions you take when a loved one is in terrible jeopardy..
Louise used to be mentored by Draven, eight years ago, when she made a call that she now realizes was a mistake. No longer a cop, she knows she needs his skills to find her sister, but he hates her.
Draven is shocked when Louise shows up at his door, and determined to keep her away. But her story about her sister missing grabs that part of him who hates those who hurt others!
A fast-paced story with pages that burn through your hands as this hard to handle duo race to find the women before they are auctioned off! Amazing characters will have your full attention with sparks, action and intensity , and the plan to work with the FBI with Louise as bait will have you reading non-stop until the amazing ending!!
A 5 STAR story that has something for everyone, Grab it Today!!!
February 15, 2020
Amazing page-turner
What a cracking read. I absolutely devoured it within a few hours. To me, this author should write more thrillers. I would class this as a steamy thriller. Yes, there are some hot sex scenes but there’s also an edgy thriller on the go here too.
The characters are fabulous, Draven is a no BS character which we’ve had the pleasure of meeting in one of this author’s other series. He definitely deserved his own billing.
Louise and Draven used to be partners in the police force but something personal had soured their relationship. But Louise turns up on his doorstep needing his help as her sister has been abducted.
Fast-paced thrilling ride that at times took my breath away. Absolute must read and hands down five stars from me. 😀❤️
What a cracking read. I absolutely devoured it within a few hours. To me, this author should write more thrillers. I would class this as a steamy thriller. Yes, there are some hot sex scenes but there’s also an edgy thriller on the go here too.
The characters are fabulous, Draven is a no BS character which we’ve had the pleasure of meeting in one of this author’s other series. He definitely deserved his own billing.
Louise and Draven used to be partners in the police force but something personal had soured their relationship. But Louise turns up on his doorstep needing his help as her sister has been abducted.
Fast-paced thrilling ride that at times took my breath away. Absolute must read and hands down five stars from me. 😀❤️
January 12, 2020
Draven....
Be still my tattoo, beard, muscly, biker, bad boy loving, heart! I need this man to be real!
I absolutely am in love with this book, this guy, the world, EVERYTHING!
This author has a way of connecting her audience with her characters, it’s one of the many things I love about her. The way she makes you believe in the scenes she is writing.
Draven is a guy who gives no actual F’s. He’s not into the whole PDA thing. If he’s scorned, boy does that man hold a grudge.
Louise is that grudge. She did him a disservice back in the day and now that she’s come “crawling,” for help, he makes her earn it.
And boy, together they are explosive.
It’s a sight to behold, or read in this case.
I highly recommend reading this one. Not only is it a rollercoaster, but it’s believable and thrilling and one hell of a ride.
Oh, I’ve also staked my claim, for anyone that thinks they’re going to claim him. He’s taken, preoccupied and unavailable.
Ciao!
Be still my tattoo, beard, muscly, biker, bad boy loving, heart! I need this man to be real!
I absolutely am in love with this book, this guy, the world, EVERYTHING!
This author has a way of connecting her audience with her characters, it’s one of the many things I love about her. The way she makes you believe in the scenes she is writing.
Draven is a guy who gives no actual F’s. He’s not into the whole PDA thing. If he’s scorned, boy does that man hold a grudge.
Louise is that grudge. She did him a disservice back in the day and now that she’s come “crawling,” for help, he makes her earn it.
And boy, together they are explosive.
It’s a sight to behold, or read in this case.
I highly recommend reading this one. Not only is it a rollercoaster, but it’s believable and thrilling and one hell of a ride.
Oh, I’ve also staked my claim, for anyone that thinks they’re going to claim him. He’s taken, preoccupied and unavailable.
Ciao!
February 16, 2020
I love, love, love Tracie Delaney's hot as heck a-hole male characters. Draven did not disappoint, with his brash manners, filthy mouth, and abrasive attitude. And Louise is a super strong, hard as nails heroine, who can hold her own against him. Watching them spar as their relationship grew in spite of them, as they worked to solve the mystery together, made my bits tingle. And their sexy times, when they finally get down to business, are super hot. Read this one today!
February 18, 2020
Excellent characterization, great plot. For me, this is where this author is at her strongest - the romantic suspense arena. This book always going to be a tough ask given that the male lead was introduced in her other book series' and his character stole every scene, even then. He had to be, literally, larger than life. And he didn't disappoint. Loved it.
March 2, 2020
Ohhhhh I so loved this book,the story flowed along at a fast pace that kept me glued to this story line,i love a dark read and this was definitely the darkest book by this amazing author.
This couple was a match made in heaven as they both had strong characters and was not backing down to each other at all.We have already met Draven in a few of her other books so have a idea of what he is like,but Louise, I just loved her character from the off as she is a match for Draven in every way.The chemistry between this couple was explosive the more time they spent on the case.
Her younger sister is missing and Louise will stop at nothing to find out what has happened,but she doesn't know what she is unleashing and with her determined to find out the truth no matter what it takes, this goes deeper than she ever thought.
This was a fast paced story that will have you on your toes through out with how the plot unfolds,love this authors writing and this book was definitely one of her best yet with the darker element.Five huge Draven stars,
This couple was a match made in heaven as they both had strong characters and was not backing down to each other at all.We have already met Draven in a few of her other books so have a idea of what he is like,but Louise, I just loved her character from the off as she is a match for Draven in every way.The chemistry between this couple was explosive the more time they spent on the case.
Her younger sister is missing and Louise will stop at nothing to find out what has happened,but she doesn't know what she is unleashing and with her determined to find out the truth no matter what it takes, this goes deeper than she ever thought.
This was a fast paced story that will have you on your toes through out with how the plot unfolds,love this authors writing and this book was definitely one of her best yet with the darker element.Five huge Draven stars,
August 5, 2024
OMG this man. It is no secret that I love this guy. He is a total A**hole but he's the Ass Louise needs him to be. His methods skirt the line of what is lawful, but it gets results.
When Louise Rhodes was a rookie cop, Draven was her T.O. She wasn't keen on his methods, he didn't care and they ended their partnership on bad terms.
Eight years later Louise's sister has been snatched off the street and with time running out, she swallows her pride and begs Draven for help. Let battle commence.
This is a fast paced story that will keep you glued to the book from start to finish. The straight laced cop and the guy who hates people who hurt others and doesn't care what it takes to bring them down. If you aren't a little (or maybe like me, a lot) in love with this guy by the time you finish I would be surprised.
This is the last in the O'Reilly Brotherhood series and OMG what a way to go out, Tracie has out done herself with this one. Do yourself a huge favour and grab it,now.
When Louise Rhodes was a rookie cop, Draven was her T.O. She wasn't keen on his methods, he didn't care and they ended their partnership on bad terms.
Eight years later Louise's sister has been snatched off the street and with time running out, she swallows her pride and begs Draven for help. Let battle commence.
This is a fast paced story that will keep you glued to the book from start to finish. The straight laced cop and the guy who hates people who hurt others and doesn't care what it takes to bring them down. If you aren't a little (or maybe like me, a lot) in love with this guy by the time you finish I would be surprised.
This is the last in the O'Reilly Brotherhood series and OMG what a way to go out, Tracie has out done herself with this one. Do yourself a huge favour and grab it,now.
August 3, 2020
I’ve waited soooo long for this book by this talented author & can’t believe that I’ve just read The End !!!
This was a spellbinding story of corruption of City Crime Officials who are meant to be there to protect you !!
Draven and Louise Rhodes are old partners who had a fall out because she’s a stickler for rules and regulations & he couldn’t care a damn how the work is done as long as he gets results.
Fast forward 8 years & Louise has to approach him for his help which he gladly gives but under his terms.
It’s a very difficult situation as Louise’s sister Keira has been kidnapped by a sex & drug trafficking syndicate with links to high up ranking cops.
Need to know more about this totally absorbing book ? Then download it fast before you change your mind.
This was a spellbinding story of corruption of City Crime Officials who are meant to be there to protect you !!
Draven and Louise Rhodes are old partners who had a fall out because she’s a stickler for rules and regulations & he couldn’t care a damn how the work is done as long as he gets results.
Fast forward 8 years & Louise has to approach him for his help which he gladly gives but under his terms.
It’s a very difficult situation as Louise’s sister Keira has been kidnapped by a sex & drug trafficking syndicate with links to high up ranking cops.
Need to know more about this totally absorbing book ? Then download it fast before you change your mind.
January 24, 2025
Draven and Louise
Enemies to lovers
Romance thriller
RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
SPICE: 🔥🔥🔥,2
Draven, a former NYPD, lives for justice and doesn’t always follow the rules to get it.
Louise, Draven former partner (and a reason he left her former precinct due to her complaint) is desperate for Draven’s help and his tactics when her sister goes missing.
Tracie always writes insanely strong FMC and Louise is not exception. She doesn’t back down to Draven’s oger ways, takes him down a level (literally).
The tension between these two is strong. And yet, Draven stays focused on finding her sister over his desire to have his way with her.
A good plot with her missing sister with twists along the way.
Draven. Yeah, a large man in all senses and his ways in the bedroom are spicy good.
Enemies to lovers
Romance thriller
RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
SPICE: 🔥🔥🔥,2
Draven, a former NYPD, lives for justice and doesn’t always follow the rules to get it.
Louise, Draven former partner (and a reason he left her former precinct due to her complaint) is desperate for Draven’s help and his tactics when her sister goes missing.
Tracie always writes insanely strong FMC and Louise is not exception. She doesn’t back down to Draven’s oger ways, takes him down a level (literally).
The tension between these two is strong. And yet, Draven stays focused on finding her sister over his desire to have his way with her.
A good plot with her missing sister with twists along the way.
Draven. Yeah, a large man in all senses and his ways in the bedroom are spicy good.
January 22, 2021
Alpha Male in Abundance!
After reading the Brook brothers series I’m so glad Draven got his own story and wow what a story it is. He is the most arrogant alpha male ever, but meets his female match in Louise aka Lola. There story started when she was a rookie cop and he was her mentor. Things went badly from the get go and they went their separate ways. Eight years later and Lola, now a detective is back and asking for Dravens help. Her sister is missing, abducted by traffickers. Will Draven help Lola? Can they put their differences aside? You will have to read it to find out.
After reading the Brook brothers series I’m so glad Draven got his own story and wow what a story it is. He is the most arrogant alpha male ever, but meets his female match in Louise aka Lola. There story started when she was a rookie cop and he was her mentor. Things went badly from the get go and they went their separate ways. Eight years later and Lola, now a detective is back and asking for Dravens help. Her sister is missing, abducted by traffickers. Will Draven help Lola? Can they put their differences aside? You will have to read it to find out.
February 29, 2020
This can be read as a stand alone
Wow! This was so good.
Detective Louise Rhodes, needs help to find her sister. She’s gone missing.
From nowhere, Draven turns up. He’s a hunk and a cop. Louise once worked with him.
We get to hear of more missing women. What had happened to them?
Was a nice surprise that we met up with the Cop, Cole, from Tracie Delaney’s previous books.
Now we had help to find the missing women.
Oh, and the sex scenes from Draven and Louise, were out of this world!
This is one talented Author!
Wow! This was so good.
Detective Louise Rhodes, needs help to find her sister. She’s gone missing.
From nowhere, Draven turns up. He’s a hunk and a cop. Louise once worked with him.
We get to hear of more missing women. What had happened to them?
Was a nice surprise that we met up with the Cop, Cole, from Tracie Delaney’s previous books.
Now we had help to find the missing women.
Oh, and the sex scenes from Draven and Louise, were out of this world!
This is one talented Author!
July 4, 2020
I have been in a rather spectacular reading rut for months! Safe to say Draven saved the day! I started and finished this book on one sitting and absolutely devoured it. Granted, he is a bit of an arse, as you may know from the Brooks Brothers series, but he is a lovable arse and has definitely met his match in Louise. She's fiesty, will willingly go toe to toe with him and call him out on his bull. They're the perfect team and a perfect match, although it takes both of them way to long to realise that.
Highly recommend, especially if you want to get back onto the reading wagon.
Highly recommend, especially if you want to get back onto the reading wagon.
August 1, 2024
Exciting
Draven is definitely not your usual romantic hero but you know what? - he's certainly the hero Louise needs when her sister is abducted. Louise struggles with her attraction to Draven. He is a rule breaker and she is a rule follower but as the investigation proceeds she understands him a bit more. I loved their feisty love-hate relationship and really enjoyed getting to know more about Draven. Enjoyable book.
Draven is definitely not your usual romantic hero but you know what? - he's certainly the hero Louise needs when her sister is abducted. Louise struggles with her attraction to Draven. He is a rule breaker and she is a rule follower but as the investigation proceeds she understands him a bit more. I loved their feisty love-hate relationship and really enjoyed getting to know more about Draven. Enjoyable book.
January 8, 2025
Draven the Maverick
Used to doing things his way, Draven is forced off the police force because of his unorthodox methods. But that doesn't stop him from bringing evil minded folks to justice. And who needs his help, his fellow officer who got him reassigned. But he won't refuse a case where young women are being taken, even if he's harboring a 7 year grudge against the female who got him reassigned.
Used to doing things his way, Draven is forced off the police force because of his unorthodox methods. But that doesn't stop him from bringing evil minded folks to justice. And who needs his help, his fellow officer who got him reassigned. But he won't refuse a case where young women are being taken, even if he's harboring a 7 year grudge against the female who got him reassigned.
March 17, 2025
Draven was blunt, rude and an alpha hero and Lola was his match 100%. The story line was pretty angsty and sad at times. It did end though with a HEA as it should. This was the last book in the series and I have really enjoyed so far, I wish though for more closure on all the characters. I would have loved to seen a book about Zayden, and even in Draven book, more closure. Just some missed opportunities. Of all the characters, I think I like Ciaran the best.
March 22, 2020
Such a great well crafted story and easy to read too.
Draven isn't a sweet romantic guy hidden by leathers, motorcycles and tattoos. He is uncompromising, difficult and always true to himself. And in Louise he finds a life partner.
It reminds us that there is always someone for everyone. You just gotta find them.
Draven isn't a sweet romantic guy hidden by leathers, motorcycles and tattoos. He is uncompromising, difficult and always true to himself. And in Louise he finds a life partner.
It reminds us that there is always someone for everyone. You just gotta find them.
May 4, 2020
I do not like to write negative reviews, but I must be honest, this book did not draw me in. This was an okay read for me. I finished it, but I was not compelled to read it. And I don't feel compelled to read other books by this author. The one thing that bugged me the most was Louise's desire to save her sister but not at the cost of her career. Saving someone you love should be worth any risk.
February 22, 2020
Loved it
I instantly felt a connection with Draven and Louise. If you love a good police mystery woven into a love story this is the book for you. The chemistry is very combustible and felt real.
I instantly felt a connection with Draven and Louise. If you love a good police mystery woven into a love story this is the book for you. The chemistry is very combustible and felt real.
April 27, 2020
This book was a great suspense with a nice side of hilarious banter. I loved that Louise never took any of Draven's crap, which made him like her more. There were moments when I thought my heart was going to beat out of my chest and others where I was cracking up laughing.
October 17, 2020
Revitting
I really enjoyed Draven and Lola's story. I absolutely loved Draven's character and Lola is definitely his match. The story flows beautifully and I was sad it came to an end. Well done Tracie.
I really enjoyed Draven and Lola's story. I absolutely loved Draven's character and Lola is definitely his match. The story flows beautifully and I was sad it came to an end. Well done Tracie.
August 5, 2024
Brilliant read
I have been looking forward to Draven's story for a while, and wow this book certainly did not disappoint. Fantastic read that is an excellent standalone, however I highly recommend the whole series.
I have been looking forward to Draven's story for a while, and wow this book certainly did not disappoint. Fantastic read that is an excellent standalone, however I highly recommend the whole series.
August 31, 2024
When he rolls over in bed and you see another woman name on his back.
Who’s Ruby? The life of my life.
This alone made me want to read this book. The storyline was decent, but I was eager to uncover the mystery surrounding Ruby and whether Louise would find her sister.
Who’s Ruby? The life of my life.
This alone made me want to read this book. The storyline was decent, but I was eager to uncover the mystery surrounding Ruby and whether Louise would find her sister.
January 29, 2024
Brook brothers
Loved this book think Draven is my favourite although not a Brook, but he a fantastic character and Louise is so right for him as they are so alike.
Loved this book think Draven is my favourite although not a Brook, but he a fantastic character and Louise is so right for him as they are so alike.
August 4, 2024
Can't put it down
Tracie you did it again. This last book was so great. It took you all over the place. He needed someone to keep him in his place.
Tracie you did it again. This last book was so great. It took you all over the place. He needed someone to keep him in his place.
August 5, 2024
Loved this
I absolutely loved loved loved this book. I'll be
reading it again over and over again. Louise and Draven need their own series. I need more Louise and Draven in my life
I absolutely loved loved loved this book. I'll be
reading it again over and over again. Louise and Draven need their own series. I need more Louise and Draven in my life
August 21, 2024
I loved it, also cried a lot
October 8, 2024
Skip to 75% and then continue to skim. The writing was weak.
November 4, 2024
When an old college turns up at his door it dad's to do much more
Why has she turned up at his model door he's not seen or heard from her for yrs what does she want
Why has she turned up at his model door he's not seen or heard from her for yrs what does she want
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