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Capital Confessions #3
Falling for Danger
The author of Flirting with Scandal presents her third book in a sexy contemporary romance series about three sisters in a powerful political family, the scandals that threaten to destroy them, and the passion that drives them…
Kate Reynolds has just graduated from college and is determined to make it on her own. Her job as a junior political analyst at the CIA is a dream come true and the perfect opportunity to find answers about the night that’s plagued her for four years—the night she lost her fiancé, Matt, on a Special Forces mission in Afghanistan. Kate’s consumed with uncovering the truth and avenging the man she loved and lost, even if it means risking her own life to prove that his death wasn’t an accident.
When she gets too close to discovering what happened that fateful night and danger arrives on her doorstep, Kate’s stunned by the man who comes to her rescue. Together, they begin to dig for the truth, fighting to stay alive as they’re dragged down into a world of secrets and lies. But when the threat hits close to home, Kate must choose between vengeance and a future with the man who’s ignited a fire inside her that she thought died long ago.
Kate Reynolds has just graduated from college and is determined to make it on her own. Her job as a junior political analyst at the CIA is a dream come true and the perfect opportunity to find answers about the night that’s plagued her for four years—the night she lost her fiancé, Matt, on a Special Forces mission in Afghanistan. Kate’s consumed with uncovering the truth and avenging the man she loved and lost, even if it means risking her own life to prove that his death wasn’t an accident.
When she gets too close to discovering what happened that fateful night and danger arrives on her doorstep, Kate’s stunned by the man who comes to her rescue. Together, they begin to dig for the truth, fighting to stay alive as they’re dragged down into a world of secrets and lies. But when the threat hits close to home, Kate must choose between vengeance and a future with the man who’s ignited a fire inside her that she thought died long ago.
238 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 15, 2015
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Chanel Cleeton
23 books7,253 followersChanel Cleeton is the Cuban-American New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of many novels including Reese's Book Club pick Next Year in Havana. Originally from Florida, Chanel studied in London where she earned degrees in International Relations and Global Politics. In law school, Chanel discovered her passion writing novels and embarked on a new adventure following her lifelong love of books.
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September 18, 2015
2.5 stars!
To say I'm conflicted about this book is an understatement. On the one hand, this whole series, Capital Confessions, has been one of my favorite series this year. It's fun, light, low-drama with a healthy dose of steam that I like in my books, and it has great characters that I can't help but root for. Which brings me to my conundrum. While I liked this one overall, it feels very disconnected to the other books in the series as a whole.
For the most part, Falling For Danger is romantic suspense. The first two books, while there were forbidden aspects of the relationships between its heroes and heroines, it's more on the lighter side. Yes, there was a bit of intrigue but that was it. There were no sinister plot or persons involved whatsoever. This book has quite a lot of it. Unfortunately, the execution along with the ending left me unimpressed for the most part and disappointed overall. I was kind of scratching my head as I was reading it. There were a lot of plot holes that weren't explained.
I still liked the characters. Kate is a very flawed heroine. I kinda hated her at the end of Falling for Trouble because of what she did to Blair and Gray but I understood her better here. If you've read the series, you'd know that Kate was once engaged to her high school sweetheart and best friend, Matt. They decided to get engaged despite objections from both of their families. Matt also enlisted in the military and was stationed in Afghanistan. Their trouble started when Matt's unit was ambushed with Matt believed to be dead. This sent Kate into spiraling downward with grief. But there's a lot of mystery surrounding Matt's death and Kate vowed not to stop until she gets to the bottom of it.
This one event explained so much about why Kate was the way she was. Her single minded drive to finish school and join the CIA was part of her wanting to find answers to questions about Matt and what truly happened to his unit. But the problem is, the people involved are the people closest to them -- their family. Namely, Kate's father and Matt's own father.
And this is where the story kind of lost me because in the previous books, while I hated Jackie, Blair and Kate's father, I never saw him as an evil villain straight out of a James Bond movie. He was an ambitious, manipulative jerk who only cares about his image and how he looks in the press, but I never took him to be this sinister villain with thoughts of world domination in mind. Well, not really the world, but you get my drift. Anyway, Kate's dad became this truly evil and sinister person and I just didn't buy it. Not because he was incapable of it but because it reeks of caricature characterization to me. I would've loved to see bit more layers to his character. It was disappointing. There are so many things I want to say about Matt's father...their mothers...it just didn't make sense to me.
Another thing that disappointed me was the ending. After all the chapters trying to convince me how evil and invincible Kate's father is, how they can't touch him because he has connections and he can get you killed apparently, they were able to oust him through the blog Capital Confessions, which was really anti-climactic. I mean, come on, he has all these connections and he's evil. He killed so many people to ensure his secrets won't get out but he totally tucked his tail and resigned after he got exposed on a political blog. And worst of all, Kate and Matt didn't even get to have their freedom that would allow them to live without fear of retaliation. It's just...I don't understand it at all. It felt totally rushed and unbelievable. And like I said, there were too many plot holes that weren't answered satisfactorily.
So yeah, this book is a real let down for me. But I would still recommend this series overall. Book number two is still my favorite, of course. I wish I'd loved this as much as the others but it just didn't work for me.
ARC provided by Intermix via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
To say I'm conflicted about this book is an understatement. On the one hand, this whole series, Capital Confessions, has been one of my favorite series this year. It's fun, light, low-drama with a healthy dose of steam that I like in my books, and it has great characters that I can't help but root for. Which brings me to my conundrum. While I liked this one overall, it feels very disconnected to the other books in the series as a whole.
For the most part, Falling For Danger is romantic suspense. The first two books, while there were forbidden aspects of the relationships between its heroes and heroines, it's more on the lighter side. Yes, there was a bit of intrigue but that was it. There were no sinister plot or persons involved whatsoever. This book has quite a lot of it. Unfortunately, the execution along with the ending left me unimpressed for the most part and disappointed overall. I was kind of scratching my head as I was reading it. There were a lot of plot holes that weren't explained.
I still liked the characters. Kate is a very flawed heroine. I kinda hated her at the end of Falling for Trouble because of what she did to Blair and Gray but I understood her better here. If you've read the series, you'd know that Kate was once engaged to her high school sweetheart and best friend, Matt. They decided to get engaged despite objections from both of their families. Matt also enlisted in the military and was stationed in Afghanistan. Their trouble started when Matt's unit was ambushed with Matt believed to be dead. This sent Kate into spiraling downward with grief. But there's a lot of mystery surrounding Matt's death and Kate vowed not to stop until she gets to the bottom of it.
This one event explained so much about why Kate was the way she was. Her single minded drive to finish school and join the CIA was part of her wanting to find answers to questions about Matt and what truly happened to his unit. But the problem is, the people involved are the people closest to them -- their family. Namely, Kate's father and Matt's own father.
And this is where the story kind of lost me because in the previous books, while I hated Jackie, Blair and Kate's father, I never saw him as an evil villain straight out of a James Bond movie. He was an ambitious, manipulative jerk who only cares about his image and how he looks in the press, but I never took him to be this sinister villain with thoughts of world domination in mind. Well, not really the world, but you get my drift. Anyway, Kate's dad became this truly evil and sinister person and I just didn't buy it. Not because he was incapable of it but because it reeks of caricature characterization to me. I would've loved to see bit more layers to his character. It was disappointing. There are so many things I want to say about Matt's father...their mothers...it just didn't make sense to me.
Another thing that disappointed me was the ending. After all the chapters trying to convince me how evil and invincible Kate's father is, how they can't touch him because he has connections and he can get you killed apparently, they were able to oust him through the blog Capital Confessions, which was really anti-climactic. I mean, come on, he has all these connections and he's evil. He killed so many people to ensure his secrets won't get out but he totally tucked his tail and resigned after he got exposed on a political blog. And worst of all, Kate and Matt didn't even get to have their freedom that would allow them to live without fear of retaliation. It's just...I don't understand it at all. It felt totally rushed and unbelievable. And like I said, there were too many plot holes that weren't answered satisfactorily.
So yeah, this book is a real let down for me. But I would still recommend this series overall. Book number two is still my favorite, of course. I wish I'd loved this as much as the others but it just didn't work for me.
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August 5, 2016
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4,5 STARS
I loved this story so much! After reading the first book this is definitely my next favorite and now I can't believe this series has come to an end! I'm going to miss all the characters! I have to say that I was so excited to read Falling For Danger.
This is Kate and Matt's story.They were best friends who soon became a couple. But when Matt died, Kate was lost in the beginning... Until the moment she decides that she wants to know the truth about his death. She wasn't afraid and she was willing to risk her own life if necessary. But when Matt comes back things become more complicated... What happened? Who is behind his death? Can they be together again?
Kate is strong, passionate, determined, stubborn and sweet. Matt isn't the same guy he was before, now he is emotionally scarred so it isn't easy for the two of them to be rekindle their... I loved this romance because it has a slow buildup and it was sexy, emotional and sweet! It was difficult for both of them to meet again under not the best of circumstances.
I hope Chanel surprise us soon with a new book in this series!! However, I'm also excited for her new series! I'm sure I will enjoyed as much as these books!! I highly recommend this series the concept is so refreshing that if you read the first book you will not want to stop until you read all of them!!
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4,5 STARS
I loved this story so much! After reading the first book this is definitely my next favorite and now I can't believe this series has come to an end! I'm going to miss all the characters! I have to say that I was so excited to read Falling For Danger.
This is Kate and Matt's story.They were best friends who soon became a couple. But when Matt died, Kate was lost in the beginning... Until the moment she decides that she wants to know the truth about his death. She wasn't afraid and she was willing to risk her own life if necessary. But when Matt comes back things become more complicated... What happened? Who is behind his death? Can they be together again?
Kate is strong, passionate, determined, stubborn and sweet. Matt isn't the same guy he was before, now he is emotionally scarred so it isn't easy for the two of them to be rekindle their... I loved this romance because it has a slow buildup and it was sexy, emotional and sweet! It was difficult for both of them to meet again under not the best of circumstances.
I hope Chanel surprise us soon with a new book in this series!! However, I'm also excited for her new series! I'm sure I will enjoyed as much as these books!! I highly recommend this series the concept is so refreshing that if you read the first book you will not want to stop until you read all of them!!
ARC courtesy of publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review
September 18, 2015
2.5-3 Stars!!
Since I enjoyed so much the other books in the series I have been anxiously awaiting this third and final installment. Reading a short snippet of this book at the end of the second installment I knew this one will be more action packed, more intense and more suspenseful than the other books in the series.
“Falling for Danger” fallows the third, youngest Reynolds sister, Kate. From the previous books in the series we know Kate is still grieving after Matt, her childhood boyfriend and later fiancée. Years ago they decided to get married despite the fact their families were against it. They didn’t care. Matt enlisted in the military and was sent in Afghanistan. Their happiness was shattered when Matt’s unit was ambushed and Kate thought since then that he was dead. Kate knew something happened back then and Matt’s death wasn’t an accident and all she wanted all this time was to find out what really happened with her fiancée. She joins the CIA to investigate his death, but finds out what she never expected – that their families are involved in what happened with Matt.
While I enjoyed the previous books in the series, this one was just ok for me. Like I mentioned, I expected this installment to be more suspenseful, but I didn’t expect to be so…different. The previous books were more light and steamy than this one and honestly I didn’t mind, since from time to time I enjoy a romantic suspense. However I wasn’t impress by this aspect of the story. IMO this aspect felt a little lame. I guess I expected more with such a premise. This installment had a lot of potential, but unfortunately was a miss for me compared with the other books in the series. Also the plot (at least some of the sub-plots) was/were a little underdeveloped.
However, I can totally say I enjoyed the main characters (at least the female MC). Kate was a flawed, in some way fierce heroine and I enjoyed reading about her. She’s strong as she can be in her situation, she’s stubborn, caring and I have to say I loved her determination. Matt’s character development was pretty lame IMO compared with Kate’s. He’s emotional scarred and I felt for him. He’s protective and thoughtful and overall was a nice guy, but I think I expected something more for our heroine. As for the romantic aspect of the story...well, I wasn’t impressed at all. I was expected something more. Where’s the big reaunion? I love second chances romances, but honestly this aspect was poorly done. And one of the reasons for me was because the story felt too short. So my advice? Lower your expectations.
My biggest problem with this installment was the ending. WTF was that??? Really?! To say that everything felt rushed and unbelievable is an understatement. I couldn’t believe this was the ending. I definitely wanted more.
Overall, this was just meh for me. However, I’m looking forward to read more books by this author since I enjoy her writing style.
Since I enjoyed so much the other books in the series I have been anxiously awaiting this third and final installment. Reading a short snippet of this book at the end of the second installment I knew this one will be more action packed, more intense and more suspenseful than the other books in the series.
“Falling for Danger” fallows the third, youngest Reynolds sister, Kate. From the previous books in the series we know Kate is still grieving after Matt, her childhood boyfriend and later fiancée. Years ago they decided to get married despite the fact their families were against it. They didn’t care. Matt enlisted in the military and was sent in Afghanistan. Their happiness was shattered when Matt’s unit was ambushed and Kate thought since then that he was dead. Kate knew something happened back then and Matt’s death wasn’t an accident and all she wanted all this time was to find out what really happened with her fiancée. She joins the CIA to investigate his death, but finds out what she never expected – that their families are involved in what happened with Matt.
“I was done. Done being afraid. Done feeling helpless or powerless. I didn’t care what it took; I was going to take them down, each and every person involved in this.”
While I enjoyed the previous books in the series, this one was just ok for me. Like I mentioned, I expected this installment to be more suspenseful, but I didn’t expect to be so…different. The previous books were more light and steamy than this one and honestly I didn’t mind, since from time to time I enjoy a romantic suspense. However I wasn’t impress by this aspect of the story. IMO this aspect felt a little lame. I guess I expected more with such a premise. This installment had a lot of potential, but unfortunately was a miss for me compared with the other books in the series. Also the plot (at least some of the sub-plots) was/were a little underdeveloped.
However, I can totally say I enjoyed the main characters (at least the female MC). Kate was a flawed, in some way fierce heroine and I enjoyed reading about her. She’s strong as she can be in her situation, she’s stubborn, caring and I have to say I loved her determination. Matt’s character development was pretty lame IMO compared with Kate’s. He’s emotional scarred and I felt for him. He’s protective and thoughtful and overall was a nice guy, but I think I expected something more for our heroine. As for the romantic aspect of the story...well, I wasn’t impressed at all. I was expected something more. Where’s the big reaunion? I love second chances romances, but honestly this aspect was poorly done. And one of the reasons for me was because the story felt too short. So my advice? Lower your expectations.
My biggest problem with this installment was the ending. WTF was that??? Really?! To say that everything felt rushed and unbelievable is an understatement. I couldn’t believe this was the ending. I definitely wanted more.
Overall, this was just meh for me. However, I’m looking forward to read more books by this author since I enjoy her writing style.
September 15, 2015
Title: Falling for Danger
Series: (Capital Confessions #3)
Author: Chanel Cleeton
Release date: 15th September, 2015
Cliffhanger: No
HEA:
It's no secret how much I enjoy Chanel Cleeton's Capital Confessions. Set against the backdrop of Washington D.C's political scene, each novel is a titillating blend of intrigue, angst and delicious scandal.
Each sister's personality brings a new direction to proceedings. First we had Jackie; Ambitious, feisty go-getter with a penchant for unearthing D.C's dirty dealings. Then Blair, the political princess who wore her tiara like a noose until a certain Chicagoan Professor shook her up and shook it off. Last but no means least we have Kate's story.
Kate has always seemed the like quieter sister, the most resentful of her life, her duties and her parents. Having lost her fiancé, Matt, on a Special Forces mission in Afghanistan, she has tirelessly spent the last four years trying to uncover the details to his death and bring down those involved.
Firstly, we all know what they say about the quiet ones. Kate may be the youngest, but her story brings the most tension and action than we have previously seen. Now working for the CIA, her relentless search for the truth has placed her directly in the firing line and her help comes from shocking source.
As we root for Kate to have the Happy Ever After she deserves, I found myself lamenting at price that this would come. The conclusion was a realistic one but I could have easily done with a dash more revenge.
Chanel Cleeton makes fantastic work of this series and has certainly made a fan of me. I'm more than looking forward to her upcoming Wild Aces series.
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October 6, 2015
3 Mysterious Stars.
Kate died inside in the way she found that her fiancé and the love of her life, Matt, died while fighting in Afghanistan. But his death was under very suspicious circumstances and she had to mourn his death without even having a body to say goodbye. Until the day she receives information that his death may have been her father’s, an unscrupulous and powerful politician, doing.
Until more than three years later, when she starts to get followed because of her desire for revenge and suddenly Matt arrives at her door decided to protect her. But instead of feeling sake Kate is left with even more questions? What happened before when Matt allegedly die? Why is he here now? Who’s behind all this?
But the more she tries to find answers, she finds herself in even more dangerous grounds.
Is no secret that the first two books of this series were some of my favorite books this year. I believe they are little hidden gems and amazing romance stories. So when I knew about this book and the fact that Matt, the apparently death soldier, was the hero I became elated. Amazing books mixed with second chance romance? Yeah, that’s my kind of story. Unfortunately this book left me… underwhelmed. It was not exactly a mysterious romance, nor was exactly a contemporary one. Was a weird mix between both of them and so different from the first two books, which was a shame. Don’t get me wrong, it was a nice reading, with some emotional moments and steamy scenes, but I didn’t experienced nowhere near what I did in the first books. And considering that this one was the last one on the series, that ending was very questionable and felt much… unfinished. Definitely, not even close to what I was expecting.
Rating: 3 Stars.
Characters Development: Kate was a badass heroine. Yes, she was broken by the loss of her fiancé, but she came out stronger out of it and not stopping over anything until she get what she wanted. I really liked her. Matt was a little harder for me to warm. Yes, she went through unbearable things in the few years that he was supposedly dead, but that didn’t give him the right to be an asshole to the only person who tried to find out the truth about him. Eventually, he came to his senses but in my opinion, it was a little too late.
Steam: Hot.
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HEA:
Kate died inside in the way she found that her fiancé and the love of her life, Matt, died while fighting in Afghanistan. But his death was under very suspicious circumstances and she had to mourn his death without even having a body to say goodbye. Until the day she receives information that his death may have been her father’s, an unscrupulous and powerful politician, doing.
Until more than three years later, when she starts to get followed because of her desire for revenge and suddenly Matt arrives at her door decided to protect her. But instead of feeling sake Kate is left with even more questions? What happened before when Matt allegedly die? Why is he here now? Who’s behind all this?
But the more she tries to find answers, she finds herself in even more dangerous grounds.
Is no secret that the first two books of this series were some of my favorite books this year. I believe they are little hidden gems and amazing romance stories. So when I knew about this book and the fact that Matt, the apparently death soldier, was the hero I became elated. Amazing books mixed with second chance romance? Yeah, that’s my kind of story. Unfortunately this book left me… underwhelmed. It was not exactly a mysterious romance, nor was exactly a contemporary one. Was a weird mix between both of them and so different from the first two books, which was a shame. Don’t get me wrong, it was a nice reading, with some emotional moments and steamy scenes, but I didn’t experienced nowhere near what I did in the first books. And considering that this one was the last one on the series, that ending was very questionable and felt much… unfinished. Definitely, not even close to what I was expecting.
Rating: 3 Stars.
Characters Development: Kate was a badass heroine. Yes, she was broken by the loss of her fiancé, but she came out stronger out of it and not stopping over anything until she get what she wanted. I really liked her. Matt was a little harder for me to warm. Yes, she went through unbearable things in the few years that he was supposedly dead, but that didn’t give him the right to be an asshole to the only person who tried to find out the truth about him. Eventually, he came to his senses but in my opinion, it was a little too late.
Steam: Hot.
Sensible Subjects:
Love Triangle:
Cheating:
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September 9, 2015
4 Stars
Since the very first book, this is what it's all been leading up to; the dramatic conclusion to the Capital Confessions series and boy was is a doozy. I had some ideas about where it may all lead and some I was correct on while some caught me completely unawares. Falling For Danger was action packed, sexy, and filled with enough twists and turns to keep your reading well into the night...which is exactly what I did.
Kate Reynolds lost her soul mate four years ago when her fiancé and childhood sweetheart, Matt, died on a Special Forces mission in Afghanistan. Her life changed irrevocably since that day and all she's been living and breathing the past four years is her determination to get down to the truth of what truly happened to cause his death. Everything she's been doing has been with hat goal in mind; her Capital Confessions stint, her CIA job, and her determination to bring her corrupt senator of a father down along with his secrets. As much as I hated what Kate did in Playing with Trouble, it was very easy to see how blinded by grief she was and her unwavering determination for the truth. The last thing Kate expected was for a late night visit from a man who saves her from an attack and completely turns the world as she thought it upside down.
Now I don't want to give you ANY more detail than that. The blurb is vague and there's a reason you don't know who the hero of the story is, so I certainly won't tell you either. I also highly recommend you stay away from reviews that may since it's really best to go into this story absolutely blind. So what did I think of it? While it may not have been exactly how I envisioned for the story to conclude, I still enjoyed it immensely. There were two minor quibbles and I'll spoiler tag one since it does give away who the hero of the story is.
1.
2. The ending was not quite how I thought it'd go down. I suppose I had hoped for something slightly grander, but I did appreciate the simplicity and realistic effect of it at the end. It may not have been exactly what I wanted, but then again, anything else may have been too unbelievable.
All in all, Falling for Danger was a great conclusion to a series that I've really come to love from an author that has comet o be an auto-buy for me. I look forward to all her future releases and especially love the sounds of her next series, Fly with Me. If you haven't discovered the Capital Confessions series, I highly recommend you do. It's full of intrigue, secrets and lies, corruption and sex. Each book has been different yet it all ties together flawlessly.
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All I wanted was to keep her safe, and I had no fucking clue how to do it, or if safe even existed anymore for people like us.
Since the very first book, this is what it's all been leading up to; the dramatic conclusion to the Capital Confessions series and boy was is a doozy. I had some ideas about where it may all lead and some I was correct on while some caught me completely unawares. Falling For Danger was action packed, sexy, and filled with enough twists and turns to keep your reading well into the night...which is exactly what I did.
His body shuddered against mine as though I'd just given him the answer to a question that had been eating him inside. And with those four words, I tied a string around my heart and connected it to his.
Kate Reynolds lost her soul mate four years ago when her fiancé and childhood sweetheart, Matt, died on a Special Forces mission in Afghanistan. Her life changed irrevocably since that day and all she's been living and breathing the past four years is her determination to get down to the truth of what truly happened to cause his death. Everything she's been doing has been with hat goal in mind; her Capital Confessions stint, her CIA job, and her determination to bring her corrupt senator of a father down along with his secrets. As much as I hated what Kate did in Playing with Trouble, it was very easy to see how blinded by grief she was and her unwavering determination for the truth. The last thing Kate expected was for a late night visit from a man who saves her from an attack and completely turns the world as she thought it upside down.Now I don't want to give you ANY more detail than that. The blurb is vague and there's a reason you don't know who the hero of the story is, so I certainly won't tell you either. I also highly recommend you stay away from reviews that may since it's really best to go into this story absolutely blind. So what did I think of it? While it may not have been exactly how I envisioned for the story to conclude, I still enjoyed it immensely. There were two minor quibbles and I'll spoiler tag one since it does give away who the hero of the story is.
1.
2. The ending was not quite how I thought it'd go down. I suppose I had hoped for something slightly grander, but I did appreciate the simplicity and realistic effect of it at the end. It may not have been exactly what I wanted, but then again, anything else may have been too unbelievable.
All in all, Falling for Danger was a great conclusion to a series that I've really come to love from an author that has comet o be an auto-buy for me. I look forward to all her future releases and especially love the sounds of her next series, Fly with Me. If you haven't discovered the Capital Confessions series, I highly recommend you do. It's full of intrigue, secrets and lies, corruption and sex. Each book has been different yet it all ties together flawlessly.
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September 20, 2015
4.5 stars!
Kate Reynolds has a new job as a junior political analyst at the CIA, a job that could help her find the answers about what happened to her fiancé Matt, in Afghanistan.
Since she lost him, four years ago, she hasn't been the same person.
Kate has lost her true love, her soulmate.
But what if digging for the truth could cost her her life?
Have you ever found a book that sucks you in and leaves you with a smile in the end? Well, Falling for Danger definitely fits into the category. As soon as I started reading it, I was hooked!
I was dying to get my hands on this book and I had a few expectations about it. Let me tell you that I wasn't disappointed, at all!
The story could have taken a turn that I wouldn't have liked and I was a bit worried about it..but I'm happy to say that the book ended up being how I wanted it to be.
I had no idea what to expect from Kate's story and who could be the hero in it..I tried to stay away from reviews, teasers and whatever could spoiler this story for me. I am glad I did because I believe it is better to go in blind!
I loved this book and it was my favorite in the series. Both the characters were great and mature and I had butterflies and goosebumps while reading this story.
I expected the last part of the book to go another way, but I understood why the author took that road and I really liked it nonetheless.
This series has been such a great surprise and I'm a little sad that it is over.
I'm definitely going to read more by Chanel Cleeton!
Arc kindly provided in exchange for an honest review
Kate Reynolds has a new job as a junior political analyst at the CIA, a job that could help her find the answers about what happened to her fiancé Matt, in Afghanistan.
Since she lost him, four years ago, she hasn't been the same person.
Kate has lost her true love, her soulmate.
But what if digging for the truth could cost her her life?
Have you ever found a book that sucks you in and leaves you with a smile in the end? Well, Falling for Danger definitely fits into the category. As soon as I started reading it, I was hooked!
I was dying to get my hands on this book and I had a few expectations about it. Let me tell you that I wasn't disappointed, at all!
The story could have taken a turn that I wouldn't have liked and I was a bit worried about it..but I'm happy to say that the book ended up being how I wanted it to be.
I had no idea what to expect from Kate's story and who could be the hero in it..I tried to stay away from reviews, teasers and whatever could spoiler this story for me. I am glad I did because I believe it is better to go in blind!
I loved this book and it was my favorite in the series. Both the characters were great and mature and I had butterflies and goosebumps while reading this story.
I expected the last part of the book to go another way, but I understood why the author took that road and I really liked it nonetheless.
This series has been such a great surprise and I'm a little sad that it is over.
I'm definitely going to read more by Chanel Cleeton!
Arc kindly provided in exchange for an honest review
September 14, 2015
3.5 Stars
Romance and mystery come together in this story to make an intriguing, sweet book that will suck you in and hold you captive until the very end.
Kate Reynolds lost her fiance four years ago when his military unit was hit, and has never been the same since. Not because she is grieving his loss, but because she knows that there is something deeper than a mission gone wrong going on, and that her father is apart of it. She has dedicated her life since then to finding out the answers to what really happened.
She just never expected her fiance to show up at her apartment, alive and well. Matt has been hiding from the people after him for years, but has always kept an eye on his one true love. But when the same people he's hiding from start targeting Kate, he know's he can't hide any longer.
Kate is beyond happy that Matt is back with her again, but they are both involved in a dangerous game and they will have to uncover the secrets hidden in a world of politics before time runs out.
This book was full of so many questions and I honestly had no idea what would happen or how it would end. I loved the mystery and I kept trying to guess what would happen next, but I was always wrong! I really thought I knew how it would end but I really had no idea. I loved that the story kept me on my toes and proved me wrong time and time again.
I loved the characters and Matt and Kate both were so tough and determined to finally get all of the secrets out in the open. They could have run from everything and just let it be but they stayed and fought until the very end. I thought it was great that they wouldn't give up. Even after years apart they got back together like they had never spent even a day apart and worked amazingly well together.
So why only 3.5 stars?
I really did like this story and the mystery behind all of the secrets and danger had my attention from the very beginning. But the romance felt lacking to me. Matt came back, basically, from the dead but it wasn't a big reunion. After the initial freak out of, "holy shit, you're alive" Kate kind of just accepted the fact and they both went on with their lives together again. I guess I was just expecting a little more romance than what we got.
The ending fell short for me, and I wanted more from it. I just wasn't happy with how all of it played out in the end and left me wanting more. The last 10% was just pretty meh.
Overall, this book is definitely worth a read if you like a mystery along with your romances. I guarantee you that it will not disappoint your suspense needs and will make you question everything.
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
Romance and mystery come together in this story to make an intriguing, sweet book that will suck you in and hold you captive until the very end.
Kate Reynolds lost her fiance four years ago when his military unit was hit, and has never been the same since. Not because she is grieving his loss, but because she knows that there is something deeper than a mission gone wrong going on, and that her father is apart of it. She has dedicated her life since then to finding out the answers to what really happened.
She just never expected her fiance to show up at her apartment, alive and well. Matt has been hiding from the people after him for years, but has always kept an eye on his one true love. But when the same people he's hiding from start targeting Kate, he know's he can't hide any longer.
Kate is beyond happy that Matt is back with her again, but they are both involved in a dangerous game and they will have to uncover the secrets hidden in a world of politics before time runs out.
This book was full of so many questions and I honestly had no idea what would happen or how it would end. I loved the mystery and I kept trying to guess what would happen next, but I was always wrong! I really thought I knew how it would end but I really had no idea. I loved that the story kept me on my toes and proved me wrong time and time again.
I loved the characters and Matt and Kate both were so tough and determined to finally get all of the secrets out in the open. They could have run from everything and just let it be but they stayed and fought until the very end. I thought it was great that they wouldn't give up. Even after years apart they got back together like they had never spent even a day apart and worked amazingly well together.
So why only 3.5 stars?
I really did like this story and the mystery behind all of the secrets and danger had my attention from the very beginning. But the romance felt lacking to me. Matt came back, basically, from the dead but it wasn't a big reunion. After the initial freak out of, "holy shit, you're alive" Kate kind of just accepted the fact and they both went on with their lives together again. I guess I was just expecting a little more romance than what we got.
The ending fell short for me, and I wanted more from it. I just wasn't happy with how all of it played out in the end and left me wanting more. The last 10% was just pretty meh.
Overall, this book is definitely worth a read if you like a mystery along with your romances. I guarantee you that it will not disappoint your suspense needs and will make you question everything.
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
September 28, 2015
ARC provided by author/publisher in exchange for an honest review
Ahhh....the Capital Confession Series comes to an end and it's such a bittersweet feeling to say goodbye to this series after I've been so wrapped up with the scandals, gossips, politics, family drama, romance, and unexpected surprises. In the third and final book, Falling for Danger, Chanel Cleeton reunites her readers with one final thrilling, surprising, and romantic suspense that will have readers on the edge of their seats.
In Playing with Trouble, we all learned what happened to Kate Reynolds and why she distanced herself from her parents. The Reynolds family is no stranger to having their family name blasted through the gossip blog, Capital Confession and so Kate uses that to her advantage when she decides that she is willing to discover what happened to her fiancee, Matt. For four years, Kate mourned for his death in Afghanistan when his team were killed in action. She has never been able to truly moved on and when papers were sent to Kate showcasing that her father and Matt's father were possibly involved in the military attack, Kate will stop at nothing to bring down her father and the corrupt men who destroyed her life.
As Kate delves deeper into cover-ups, her life is put at risk when danger begins to threaten her safety and well-being. When Kate is targeted, she never imagined who would come to her rescue. Matt. For four years, Matt kept the secret that he was alive and didn't die in the ambush. Together Matt and Kate must work together to discover if their parents were involved in the murder of young military men. In order for Kate to find the evidence that she needs, she must keep her enemies closer and that means she has to have a little reunion with her parents. While working together, Matt tries to keep Kate away because he doesn't want to taint her life with his PTSD. Matt has always been the one in her heart and so she won't allow Matt to push her away and she will do anything to show him that she will be there for him. Will Kate's love slowly heal the broken pieces of Matt? And what danger awaits for Kate as she discovers the truth?
Chanel Cleeton ended this series with a BANG!!!! Falling for Danger was filled with so many unexpected surprises, twist of events, suspense and danger. If I thought the first two books of the series was scandalous, Falling for Danger took it to another level as we really see how corrupt on some politicians are in Washington DC. But as always, Ms. Cleeton does a perfectly job in orchestrating and interweaving suspense and romance in such an addicting way!!! So if you are ready to fall and get addicted to a series where scandal, gossip, fourberie, and tangible romance are intricately weaved to produce a beautiful provocative and deliciously scandalicious series then look no further than the Capital Confession Series.
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Ahhh....the Capital Confession Series comes to an end and it's such a bittersweet feeling to say goodbye to this series after I've been so wrapped up with the scandals, gossips, politics, family drama, romance, and unexpected surprises. In the third and final book, Falling for Danger, Chanel Cleeton reunites her readers with one final thrilling, surprising, and romantic suspense that will have readers on the edge of their seats.
In Playing with Trouble, we all learned what happened to Kate Reynolds and why she distanced herself from her parents. The Reynolds family is no stranger to having their family name blasted through the gossip blog, Capital Confession and so Kate uses that to her advantage when she decides that she is willing to discover what happened to her fiancee, Matt. For four years, Kate mourned for his death in Afghanistan when his team were killed in action. She has never been able to truly moved on and when papers were sent to Kate showcasing that her father and Matt's father were possibly involved in the military attack, Kate will stop at nothing to bring down her father and the corrupt men who destroyed her life.
As Kate delves deeper into cover-ups, her life is put at risk when danger begins to threaten her safety and well-being. When Kate is targeted, she never imagined who would come to her rescue. Matt. For four years, Matt kept the secret that he was alive and didn't die in the ambush. Together Matt and Kate must work together to discover if their parents were involved in the murder of young military men. In order for Kate to find the evidence that she needs, she must keep her enemies closer and that means she has to have a little reunion with her parents. While working together, Matt tries to keep Kate away because he doesn't want to taint her life with his PTSD. Matt has always been the one in her heart and so she won't allow Matt to push her away and she will do anything to show him that she will be there for him. Will Kate's love slowly heal the broken pieces of Matt? And what danger awaits for Kate as she discovers the truth?
Chanel Cleeton ended this series with a BANG!!!! Falling for Danger was filled with so many unexpected surprises, twist of events, suspense and danger. If I thought the first two books of the series was scandalous, Falling for Danger took it to another level as we really see how corrupt on some politicians are in Washington DC. But as always, Ms. Cleeton does a perfectly job in orchestrating and interweaving suspense and romance in such an addicting way!!! So if you are ready to fall and get addicted to a series where scandal, gossip, fourberie, and tangible romance are intricately weaved to produce a beautiful provocative and deliciously scandalicious series then look no further than the Capital Confession Series.
Review can also be found on Four Chicks Flipping Pages: http://fourchicksflippingpages.weebly...Chanel Cleeton
September 12, 2015
I have thoroughly enjoyed the Capital Confessions and have been waiting with much anticipation for final book. With the epic blurb at the end of book two, Playing With Trouble, I am expecting an explosive ending.
Did I get it? Well, that all depends on your version of epic and exploding. Emotionally, it’s one hell of a rollercoaster ride. The majority of Falling For Danger we are being pulled through the ringer. We even get some really nice time with the sisters as a collective.
Kate and Matt slowly find their way to reunite in a gripping and heartbreaking way. Loose ends are tied up and we get glimpses into some happily ever afters, but the final scenes with dear old dad left me wanting a bit more. It just didn’t seem to match what had been brewing over three books. I wanted a bigger and more in-your-face comeuppance. Don’t get me wrong; it ‘s still a great read, one I am sure many will love. I just wanted a bit more.
All in all, it’s a great read and a fantastic series as a whole.
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Did I get it? Well, that all depends on your version of epic and exploding. Emotionally, it’s one hell of a rollercoaster ride. The majority of Falling For Danger we are being pulled through the ringer. We even get some really nice time with the sisters as a collective.
Kate and Matt slowly find their way to reunite in a gripping and heartbreaking way. Loose ends are tied up and we get glimpses into some happily ever afters, but the final scenes with dear old dad left me wanting a bit more. It just didn’t seem to match what had been brewing over three books. I wanted a bigger and more in-your-face comeuppance. Don’t get me wrong; it ‘s still a great read, one I am sure many will love. I just wanted a bit more.
All in all, it’s a great read and a fantastic series as a whole.
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4.5 STARS! ★★★★☆
"I knew this had danger written all over it. Knew there was something wild in him that hadn't been there before."
Right from the start, the Capital Confessions series got me hooked onto each of the Reynolds sisters' stories but this one is hands down my ABSOLUTE favorite! The irony was when I reading the entire series previously, Kate Reynolds was my least favorite sister and I wasn't even sure if my love for the series will continue up to the very end when it came to her story. But color me surprised! I know I shouldn't have doubted Chanel Cleeton when it comes to delivering another kickass heroine.
This final instalment will also be the hardest to review as any details of the plot may give out the most crucial parts away, so I'll try my best to give this book justice by my vague review.
This one had much more action, more intensity that keeps you on the very edge and the stakes have never been higher. Kate Reynolds is still grieving over the loss of her childhood friend and fiance, Matt whom she believes that his death was not a mere accident. Joining the CIA is part of her mission to investigate his death but when she starts uncovering the truth, it'll be more than just answers that comes to surface. Her life might just be on the line too and her saving grace will come from the one man she least expected to.
This book was just full of surprises and packed with intensity that had me flipping the pages so fast. Before I knew it, I nearly wailed in agony knowing that my favourite series was coming to an end so soon. Reading Kate's story and understanding more depth of her love shared between Matt definitely had my heart breaking for her. I mean, I always knew she had this undying love for him since the start of the series that drove her into this cold facade she put up but tapping into her thoughts finally led me to understand her motivation.
The romance was a slow build-up but it reeked with such strong sexual tension between our two leads that have you rooting from them since the start. Both have baggage on their own that needs to be confronted but I truly enjoyed seeing the support they had for each other as they try to mend their broken bridges.
Sex, scandals and politics; The Capital Confession series is definitely not a series to be missed and will be sitting proudly on my top reads list for 2015. Although I'm quite surprised by how this series wrapped up in the end, I thought it was still befitting given the circumstances of how everything played out. Similar to the prior books, there was no petty drama in the read and both MCs made mature decisions that didn't drive me up the wall. Throughout the series, the sisters always had each others' backs and it was just amplified even more in the final instalment. I loved every single moment of it and I can't wait to read more from this author!
Falling for Danger is the third and final instalment in the Capital Confessions series. Each book can be read as a standalone but is recommended to be read in order.
ARC kindly provided by Berkeley via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
ARC kindly provided by Berkeley via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
"I knew this had danger written all over it. Knew there was something wild in him that hadn't been there before."
Right from the start, the Capital Confessions series got me hooked onto each of the Reynolds sisters' stories but this one is hands down my ABSOLUTE favorite! The irony was when I reading the entire series previously, Kate Reynolds was my least favorite sister and I wasn't even sure if my love for the series will continue up to the very end when it came to her story. But color me surprised! I know I shouldn't have doubted Chanel Cleeton when it comes to delivering another kickass heroine.
This final instalment will also be the hardest to review as any details of the plot may give out the most crucial parts away, so I'll try my best to give this book justice by my vague review.
This one had much more action, more intensity that keeps you on the very edge and the stakes have never been higher. Kate Reynolds is still grieving over the loss of her childhood friend and fiance, Matt whom she believes that his death was not a mere accident. Joining the CIA is part of her mission to investigate his death but when she starts uncovering the truth, it'll be more than just answers that comes to surface. Her life might just be on the line too and her saving grace will come from the one man she least expected to.
This book was just full of surprises and packed with intensity that had me flipping the pages so fast. Before I knew it, I nearly wailed in agony knowing that my favourite series was coming to an end so soon. Reading Kate's story and understanding more depth of her love shared between Matt definitely had my heart breaking for her. I mean, I always knew she had this undying love for him since the start of the series that drove her into this cold facade she put up but tapping into her thoughts finally led me to understand her motivation.
The romance was a slow build-up but it reeked with such strong sexual tension between our two leads that have you rooting from them since the start. Both have baggage on their own that needs to be confronted but I truly enjoyed seeing the support they had for each other as they try to mend their broken bridges.
Sex, scandals and politics; The Capital Confession series is definitely not a series to be missed and will be sitting proudly on my top reads list for 2015. Although I'm quite surprised by how this series wrapped up in the end, I thought it was still befitting given the circumstances of how everything played out. Similar to the prior books, there was no petty drama in the read and both MCs made mature decisions that didn't drive me up the wall. Throughout the series, the sisters always had each others' backs and it was just amplified even more in the final instalment. I loved every single moment of it and I can't wait to read more from this author!
Falling for Danger is the third and final instalment in the Capital Confessions series. Each book can be read as a standalone but is recommended to be read in order.
ARC kindly provided by Berkeley via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
ARC kindly provided by Berkeley via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
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May 22, 2023Self note SPOILER!!
Problem - the h's been grieving for 4 years, thinking the H had died - so she was celibate.
The H wasnt dead, in fact he was fucking ow, thinking he wouldnt see the h again.
This is not an epic love story. Just same ol.
Avoiding, so sick of this sexist shit.
" I wasn't sure how I felt about Matt loosely mentioning his being with other women while Kate hasn't been with anyone since his "death".
It almost felt like it was belittling to their epic love for him to do that. It was never something that was discussed and Kate never asked, just loosely mentioned and moved on from so it wasn't a huge deal. In retrospect, Kate truly grieved and believed he was gone while Matt knew she was alive but was convinced he'd never see her again because of the danger that follows him"
Problem - the h's been grieving for 4 years, thinking the H had died - so she was celibate.
The H wasnt dead, in fact he was fucking ow, thinking he wouldnt see the h again.
This is not an epic love story. Just same ol.
Avoiding, so sick of this sexist shit.
" I wasn't sure how I felt about Matt loosely mentioning his being with other women while Kate hasn't been with anyone since his "death".
It almost felt like it was belittling to their epic love for him to do that. It was never something that was discussed and Kate never asked, just loosely mentioned and moved on from so it wasn't a huge deal. In retrospect, Kate truly grieved and believed he was gone while Matt knew she was alive but was convinced he'd never see her again because of the danger that follows him"
September 10, 2015
This is a high 3 stars - I liked, a few issues with the suspense.
Review coming
Review coming
September 28, 2015
Major disappointment in the last installment of an otherwise topnotch series for me. I really can't figure out why the author took this one in the direction she chose. It was completely off-balance with the other two. I still loved the characters and the interaction between the three sisters. However, the focus seemed to be on the suspense and the plot was full of holes that never got plugged. Too much waffling in the storyline and I found too much unrealistically written. Although there were indications in the first two installments that secrets surrounded the politics of their father, I never expected the depth in the twists and turns found here. Most times that wouldn't be a problem for me, and I'm not saying I couldn't have really enjoyed this book had I not felt everything came on too fast falling in our laps in the last leg of the series. The set up was missing vital connections. It was void of too much actual step building in the overall scheme.
This was a new author to me. I really like her writing style. The dialogues were fun to read and the characters were varied and interesting, as well. Sorry to see this one end on such a disappointing note, but I'll definitely take a look at Cleeton's upcoming series scheduled for release in the Spring of 2016.
This was a new author to me. I really like her writing style. The dialogues were fun to read and the characters were varied and interesting, as well. Sorry to see this one end on such a disappointing note, but I'll definitely take a look at Cleeton's upcoming series scheduled for release in the Spring of 2016.
September 21, 2015
4.85 Stars
The ending is so bittersweet.It is also hard to say goodbye to this series. I wish that one day, the author will write a follow up novella in where the Reynold sisters will have their reunion. :) #fingerscross
#highlyrecommended
The ending is so bittersweet.It is also hard to say goodbye to this series. I wish that one day, the author will write a follow up novella in where the Reynold sisters will have their reunion. :) #fingerscross
#highlyrecommended
March 12, 2016
Actual Rating: 4.5
This was a fantastic read. The story was interesting. The story is about a young woman named Kate Reynolds, and her relationship with Matthew Ryan. They were best friends who fell in love. They been together since high school and got engaged. Then, Matt goes to the Army and is killed due to an ambush. Kate never moved on from his death, until he comes back into her life 4 years later. This is the continuation of their love story.
The characters are great. First, the heroine Kate is Blair Reynolds sister. I was first introduced to her in the first two books. She works for the CIA now as a way to find out what happened to Matt. She used to work as a gossip blogger for Capital Confessions. She is smart, bold, and a loving sister. In the other books, she has made some mistakes that have hurt her sisters, but she makes them all better. She has only loved Matt, and I thought that was sweet. I also have to say that she is a bit of a risk taker and I think that's really interesting as compare to her sisters. She is willing to go down from doing the right thing, and that is a courageous thing.
Matthew "Matt" Ryan is a young man who should not be alive. He and his unit were ambushed in Afghanistan when he was in the army and his unit was killed except for him. He kept his distance from Blair because he wanted to protect her. In the beginning, Matt was a loving, and caring boy. However, after the army, he suffers from PTSD and he is not the same. I mean, who would be after a near death experience. He is still protective, broken, and loving. I think he just loves Kate so much that he wishes he could have protect her from some events that happened in this book such as .
In this book, I found out that true love never dies. In this story, she is a rebel who fell in love with a boy that she should not have, but then the story would not have been the same. I hated her father, he is a very bad man and I feel like he should rot in jail. . Matt and Kate have amazing chemistry. Their love is the one thing that keeps them going. Plus, they are some steamy scenes between them. Can't wait to re-read the first book. Overall, an amazing story of true love.
This was a fantastic read. The story was interesting. The story is about a young woman named Kate Reynolds, and her relationship with Matthew Ryan. They were best friends who fell in love. They been together since high school and got engaged. Then, Matt goes to the Army and is killed due to an ambush. Kate never moved on from his death, until he comes back into her life 4 years later. This is the continuation of their love story.
The characters are great. First, the heroine Kate is Blair Reynolds sister. I was first introduced to her in the first two books. She works for the CIA now as a way to find out what happened to Matt. She used to work as a gossip blogger for Capital Confessions. She is smart, bold, and a loving sister. In the other books, she has made some mistakes that have hurt her sisters, but she makes them all better. She has only loved Matt, and I thought that was sweet. I also have to say that she is a bit of a risk taker and I think that's really interesting as compare to her sisters. She is willing to go down from doing the right thing, and that is a courageous thing.
Matthew "Matt" Ryan is a young man who should not be alive. He and his unit were ambushed in Afghanistan when he was in the army and his unit was killed except for him. He kept his distance from Blair because he wanted to protect her. In the beginning, Matt was a loving, and caring boy. However, after the army, he suffers from PTSD and he is not the same. I mean, who would be after a near death experience. He is still protective, broken, and loving. I think he just loves Kate so much that he wishes he could have protect her from some events that happened in this book such as .
In this book, I found out that true love never dies. In this story, she is a rebel who fell in love with a boy that she should not have, but then the story would not have been the same. I hated her father, he is a very bad man and I feel like he should rot in jail. . Matt and Kate have amazing chemistry. Their love is the one thing that keeps them going. Plus, they are some steamy scenes between them. Can't wait to re-read the first book. Overall, an amazing story of true love.
August 24, 2015
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I don't even know what to say about this book to do it justice without ruining it and the series. So, to keep my review spoiler-free (as it should be!) this is going to be a short (and pretty vague) review.
As you know if you read my review for Playing with Trouble, there was a teaser for Falling for Danger that left me gasping for air. It was a total game changer. Until I read that teaser, I really didn't have any idea what to expect from Kate's story. I was floored. Jaw on the ground floored. I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book. And believe me when I say I dumped EVERYTHING to read it the day I got access to an ARC. Falling for Danger was everything I wanted and more. There was more action in this book than in the previous ones. I was quite literally on the edge of my seat at times, hoping everything would be ok for Kate and her leading man. I hoped she would find the answers she needed and the happily ever after she deserved. She got all of that and more in this action packed and emotional conclusion to the Capital Confessions series. Believe me when I say I was feeling all the feels.
I've been obsessed with this series since before I even picked up the first book. Once I read it, there was no going back. It was like Chanel wrote this series specifically with me in mind. Scandal, mystery, politics, DC, SUPER sexy romance... I seriously couldn't ask for more. Falling for Danger was the perfect end to this series. All the loose ends with cleared up and I achieved the answers and closure I needed to say goodbye to these characters. (As sad as that makes me.) What I loved most, however, is that Chanel didn't try to give it a picture perfect ending. It was somewhat bittersweet – and not just because I'm saying goodbye to characters I love. But, I truly believe anything else would've felt untrue. I loved it just how it is. Now, that's not to say I wouldn't love a follow-up novella at some point... but I'm a greedy reader who hates saying goodbye to characters that have touched me in some way.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher, via NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.
I don't even know what to say about this book to do it justice without ruining it and the series. So, to keep my review spoiler-free (as it should be!) this is going to be a short (and pretty vague) review.
As you know if you read my review for Playing with Trouble, there was a teaser for Falling for Danger that left me gasping for air. It was a total game changer. Until I read that teaser, I really didn't have any idea what to expect from Kate's story. I was floored. Jaw on the ground floored. I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book. And believe me when I say I dumped EVERYTHING to read it the day I got access to an ARC. Falling for Danger was everything I wanted and more. There was more action in this book than in the previous ones. I was quite literally on the edge of my seat at times, hoping everything would be ok for Kate and her leading man. I hoped she would find the answers she needed and the happily ever after she deserved. She got all of that and more in this action packed and emotional conclusion to the Capital Confessions series. Believe me when I say I was feeling all the feels.
I've been obsessed with this series since before I even picked up the first book. Once I read it, there was no going back. It was like Chanel wrote this series specifically with me in mind. Scandal, mystery, politics, DC, SUPER sexy romance... I seriously couldn't ask for more. Falling for Danger was the perfect end to this series. All the loose ends with cleared up and I achieved the answers and closure I needed to say goodbye to these characters. (As sad as that makes me.) What I loved most, however, is that Chanel didn't try to give it a picture perfect ending. It was somewhat bittersweet – and not just because I'm saying goodbye to characters I love. But, I truly believe anything else would've felt untrue. I loved it just how it is. Now, that's not to say I wouldn't love a follow-up novella at some point... but I'm a greedy reader who hates saying goodbye to characters that have touched me in some way.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher, via NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.
October 27, 2015
I couldn't really get into this story. I love the series, but Kate's story seemed too rushed, and I feel like I'm gypped on an ending.
September 21, 2015
3.5 Stars!
September 20, 2015
3 Scandalous Stars!
Source: eARC for Honest Review Courtesy of Intermix | Penguin Group
Finally Kate's story and the finale of Capital Confessions. I have to admit that Kate did not win me over in the first two books, so I wasn't sure how her story was going to be. I did like her in the end, but I didn't love her as much as Blair or even Jackie.
Kate's angry and sad after the death of her fiance, but she knows that her father had something to do with it. Now getting information about the truth of the matter, Kate is more determined than ever to ruin her father.
With this new information and Kate's choices in the past she's now become a target. Thankfully someone from her past saves her just in time. With this new information, she also has found hope again. Hope that she lost four years ago when she lost her fiance.
"Why are you back? Why are you here with me, if you're not really here with me?"
Matt has always wanted to protect Kate, and has done from afar, but now he needs to be more hands on. Matt & Kate are under attack but they both know that this won't stop unless they stop her father.
Wow! Their dad. What a jerk. You can't do anything but hate him.
The deeper they get the more danger they find themselves in. The more danger they find themselves in, the closer their mutual attraction and feelings resurface.
"We don't have to have all the answers now. You're right; we just need to get through this."
However, it's not easy for Matt to fully give in, he now has a slew of demons he has brought back with him, and doesn't want to bring Kate down with him.
"I want you to admit that there's something between us. That we aren't over. That we'll never be over. I want you to fight for me. For us."
Silly Matt, I guess he forget that Kate's a Reynolds and fights for what she wants, even ruthlessly.
Blair and Jackie had to deal with scandals and broken hearts. Kate gets to deal with that plus has to keep alive. If she can do that then, she will choose love, no matter what nor where it takes her, along as Matt is by her side.
I did like this one, but it was my least favorite of the three. It felt rushed to put all the pieces together for the end. The sex part felt more forced and awkward than natural like the other two, which was surprising because of Matt & Kate's past. However, I couldn't put it down because I needed to find out how the series ended.
Did I like how it ended? Yes. Did I want more from this story? Yes, I wanted more from Matt & Kate. I think because they had an alluded past that we were supposed to buy into their connection easier, but for me because of their past I wanted more so I could feel the depth of their connection, which I felt was missed. The other two books were quick to fall in love but they felt more real then this connection.
Even though this was my least favorite of the three, I absolutely adored the series. It kept me engaged from beginning to end.
All quotes taken from pre-published eARC & may be altered or omitted in the final copy.
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April 12, 2019
3.25 stars
This has to be my least favourite of the series because of the whole conspiracy/suspense angle it took and the h/H having to basically live their lives on the run forever (that doesn't constitute a happy ending for me). The h/H were involved since the heroine was 16 and were engaged to be married when the news came that the hero's unit was ambushed and he died. The heroine suspected the hero was setup and her dad and his dad were involved, so she has spent the past four years working to expose them. When someone tries to break into her place, the hero comes out of the shadows, turns out he didn't die but is seriously messed up by whatever he went through (being buried alive under his friends, having to live on the run, being a mercenary). In the four years since, h/H both have changed. The hero never intended to come back into the heroine's life, and we are told has been with other women (he had to get drunk but he has coz he thought he would never see the h), the heroine hasn't (surprisingly the h/H never have a conversation about what other romantic encounters they may have had in four years coz maybe their lives are constantly in danger). The author does a great job of showing the palpable connection/emotion between h/H. The hero stayed away because of his damage and his need to protect the heroine (he has her tattooed over his heart). I just didn't like the different direction the author took with this one.
This has to be my least favourite of the series because of the whole conspiracy/suspense angle it took and the h/H having to basically live their lives on the run forever (that doesn't constitute a happy ending for me). The h/H were involved since the heroine was 16 and were engaged to be married when the news came that the hero's unit was ambushed and he died. The heroine suspected the hero was setup and her dad and his dad were involved, so she has spent the past four years working to expose them. When someone tries to break into her place, the hero comes out of the shadows, turns out he didn't die but is seriously messed up by whatever he went through (being buried alive under his friends, having to live on the run, being a mercenary). In the four years since, h/H both have changed. The hero never intended to come back into the heroine's life, and we are told has been with other women (he had to get drunk but he has coz he thought he would never see the h), the heroine hasn't (surprisingly the h/H never have a conversation about what other romantic encounters they may have had in four years coz maybe their lives are constantly in danger). The author does a great job of showing the palpable connection/emotion between h/H. The hero stayed away because of his damage and his need to protect the heroine (he has her tattooed over his heart). I just didn't like the different direction the author took with this one.
November 11, 2019
SORRY FOR THE RANT FEST!
This story is a second chance romance. I'm always wary of this genre. Because i hate books where the guy says how much he loves the girl, yet leaves her for selfish reasons and sleeps with OW. Meanwhile the girl is grieving for him and heartbroken and is practically a nun. I hate this double standard and this book took the same route. I hate it when the man who claims to love his woman beyond life itself, pains her by leaving instead of working the problem out together. Then he goes and sleeps with OW, claiming to "still love" the woman he left behind and excuse it by saying that he is "not a monk"! The excuse that society and men give for that is, "that men have needs". All the women didn't mean anything. What bullshit! Its an insult to all those women and a lie about loving the one left behind. Sorry for the rant, couldn't help venting.
Matt is presumed dead in an ambush in Afghanistan, when his fiancee Kate was only 18 yrs. Since then she lived while being dead inside, living only to find out the truth about Matt's death and vengence. All this while, Matt is alive living in hiding to keep Kate safe from the danger that's dogging him. Here is where i hated the story. Apparently he was keeping an eye on Kate, yet he didn't see that she doesn't date anyone, and the shitty apartment she lives in. He thinks she moved on and is living a happy life. So he's not a monk and sleeps with OW (wanted to punch him in the face)! While in reality, Kate was filled with bitterness and is living on the edge trying to get justice for Matt. And of course she's not looked at another man. (Eye roll)
Then when she's in danger, he comes to her rescue. While he goes off again to find the truth about the ambush, Kate's sisters arranges a double date and she's obliged to go. When she returns, Matt is in her house and of course he's jealous and they have sex. (Eye roll) Not one word of whether he's been with others, but he assumes that she's been with OM and wants to erase any memory of them. (Eye roll)
Well, of course our girl has to do everything to make his life safe again and gives her all to do so. And then the Matt realizes that he hasn't changed that much after all and can live with Kate again. (Eye roll)
What's great about the H here and in all such stories? All they do in the name of keeping the woman they love safe is hurt her more in the process and enjoy life while claiming to be miserable. The h on the other hand lives in pain and sorrow and solitude, trudging through life until one day the H shows up again. Then she's welcoming him with open arms, doing everything to make it right for them, while the H had one foot outside, claiming its not safe for the h again until the end. Also, he's jealous of all the imaginary men the h has had after him and is being a total asshole to the h.
Oh sorry! Am i ranting again? Sorry, but its one of my pet peeves. I couldn't enjoy their reunion or their romance because of this nagging at the back while reading the book. Smh!!! But i know that this will not be an issue to many. And this is not just a romance. It has some suspense, with people dying and things blowing up that's well written. So if you don't mind second chance romantic suspense, with what i ranted on about above, then you will enjoy this quick read.
This story is a second chance romance. I'm always wary of this genre. Because i hate books where the guy says how much he loves the girl, yet leaves her for selfish reasons and sleeps with OW. Meanwhile the girl is grieving for him and heartbroken and is practically a nun. I hate this double standard and this book took the same route. I hate it when the man who claims to love his woman beyond life itself, pains her by leaving instead of working the problem out together. Then he goes and sleeps with OW, claiming to "still love" the woman he left behind and excuse it by saying that he is "not a monk"! The excuse that society and men give for that is, "that men have needs". All the women didn't mean anything. What bullshit! Its an insult to all those women and a lie about loving the one left behind. Sorry for the rant, couldn't help venting.
Matt is presumed dead in an ambush in Afghanistan, when his fiancee Kate was only 18 yrs. Since then she lived while being dead inside, living only to find out the truth about Matt's death and vengence. All this while, Matt is alive living in hiding to keep Kate safe from the danger that's dogging him. Here is where i hated the story. Apparently he was keeping an eye on Kate, yet he didn't see that she doesn't date anyone, and the shitty apartment she lives in. He thinks she moved on and is living a happy life. So he's not a monk and sleeps with OW (wanted to punch him in the face)! While in reality, Kate was filled with bitterness and is living on the edge trying to get justice for Matt. And of course she's not looked at another man. (Eye roll)
Then when she's in danger, he comes to her rescue. While he goes off again to find the truth about the ambush, Kate's sisters arranges a double date and she's obliged to go. When she returns, Matt is in her house and of course he's jealous and they have sex. (Eye roll) Not one word of whether he's been with others, but he assumes that she's been with OM and wants to erase any memory of them. (Eye roll)
Well, of course our girl has to do everything to make his life safe again and gives her all to do so. And then the Matt realizes that he hasn't changed that much after all and can live with Kate again. (Eye roll)
What's great about the H here and in all such stories? All they do in the name of keeping the woman they love safe is hurt her more in the process and enjoy life while claiming to be miserable. The h on the other hand lives in pain and sorrow and solitude, trudging through life until one day the H shows up again. Then she's welcoming him with open arms, doing everything to make it right for them, while the H had one foot outside, claiming its not safe for the h again until the end. Also, he's jealous of all the imaginary men the h has had after him and is being a total asshole to the h.
Oh sorry! Am i ranting again? Sorry, but its one of my pet peeves. I couldn't enjoy their reunion or their romance because of this nagging at the back while reading the book. Smh!!! But i know that this will not be an issue to many. And this is not just a romance. It has some suspense, with people dying and things blowing up that's well written. So if you don't mind second chance romantic suspense, with what i ranted on about above, then you will enjoy this quick read.
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September 20, 2015
I have been waiting for Kate’s story since the first book, and it was worth all the wait. Although I was giddy to have received an advance copy of it. Nevertheless, Kate Reynolds had just graduated from college and was out on her own. Being a junior political analyst at the CIA was one step closer in uncovering answers about the night that has been bothering her for four years – the night that she lost her fiancé Matt on a Special Forces mission in Afghanistan. Her life was constantly on hold because of her ‘obsession’ between finding out the truth and bringing her father down. She wanted to prove that his death was caused by something else, not an accident.
The moment she was about to unravel the truth, danger came in her doorstep, so as a knight in shining armor she never expected. Although predictable, I couldn’t help but for my heart to skip a beat. I knew there might be a minute chance for him to be the knight, but OMG. There he was, in the flesh.
He may not have wanted her to do it with him, but with Kate, her determination was huge and was unbreakable. She was going to do what she wants and no one is going to stop her. So, instead he tries to help her, trying not to fall in love with each other and trying to keep themselves alive. One secret after the other, one surprise that has my jaw dropping every now and then. A lot of WOW and Oh-my-god moments right there.
♥ MY THOUGHTS: The thrill of the chase had my adrenaline pumping until the end of the book. Oh yes, never ending chase and uncovering of truths, keeping this book interesting and keeping me awake until the wee hours of the morning. Because trust me YOU CAN’T PUT DOWN THIS BOOK! This is not for the faint for heart. My heart never stopped beating so loud and so fast – adrenaline was rushing in my veins and I could feel my heart up in my throat – OMG.
THIS IS A MUST READ!!!!! YOU MUST NOT MISS THIS LAST BOOK OR ANY OTHER BOOK IN THIS SERIES!
I can’t choose a favorite between International School and Capital Confessions series. Both of them made it on top of my favorite series list, and both of them equally stole my heart from the first book, down to the very last. Chanel Cleeton have upped her game and I couldn’t wait for her next book.
♥ RECOMMENDATION: For those who love fast-paced, strong characters, politics, scandals and second-chance romance: This is for you!
September 22, 2015
I totally broke one of my rules and read a series out of order. (Hangs head in shame.) This series has been tempting me for months and a well-written email from the publisher publicist convinced me that I should read this book this weekend.
I'm so glad that I did. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I'm going to run over to Amazon right now and purchase the previous 2 books in the series.
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I'm so glad that I did. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I'm going to run over to Amazon right now and purchase the previous 2 books in the series.
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May 15, 2016
This book suddenly dealt with what was supposed to be pretty serious/heavy stuff. I really, really hated that it suddenly felt very forced and un-organic to the whole story (and the past two books).
November 12, 2016
Review to come
September 4, 2015
*4.5 stars*
*ARC courtesy of Netgalley and Berkley*
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October 30, 2020
I picked this up as a freebie, and went in blind. I also didn’t read the previous series books which are her sisters’ stories, but I didn’t feel like I was missing anything. I’m a little sick of politics right now, so it probably wasn’t the best time to dive in, but I thought it was pretty good. I’m a sucker for the “Oh my God, you’re alive trope”, and there’s plenty of danger to keep you going. BUT…. There’re several plot holes, and some events are pretty unrealistic, so you’re going to need to just believe that miraculous things can happen, and accept being told how it is without it making a ton of sense. There is the crooked politician/govt. coverup subplot going on, so I expected some impractical shenanigans, but if you like everything to be logical…you’ll probably be disappointed.
Bottom Line- The blurb does a great job of setting up the plot. It opens with a young Kate and Matt taking the first step in their relationship. It then FF’s six years forward to a 22 yr. old Kate hellbent on getting revenge. I would call this romantic suspense, which I believe is a totally different feel of the previous books. There’s a short epilogue with the couple 6 months out, but there isn’t much of an update with them or the other two couples which those invested in the series would probably have liked.
Bottom Line- The blurb does a great job of setting up the plot. It opens with a young Kate and Matt taking the first step in their relationship. It then FF’s six years forward to a 22 yr. old Kate hellbent on getting revenge. I would call this romantic suspense, which I believe is a totally different feel of the previous books. There’s a short epilogue with the couple 6 months out, but there isn’t much of an update with them or the other two couples which those invested in the series would probably have liked.
March 9, 2025
Biggest trigger warning. If you hate or dislike political turmoil or backhandedness... STOP DO NOT READ.
This third installation was a little harsh for my mental state. Kate has distance herself from the Reynolds family. That is just the start of shit storm brewing...getting attacked and being saved by your not so dead boyfriend Matt, in your apartment is just 1/3 of the story.
Hold on to your chair...it's gonna be a bumpy ride.
This third installation was a little harsh for my mental state. Kate has distance herself from the Reynolds family. That is just the start of shit storm brewing...getting attacked and being saved by your not so dead boyfriend Matt, in your apartment is just 1/3 of the story.
Hold on to your chair...it's gonna be a bumpy ride.
July 20, 2017
Originally posted at Booklovers For Life
I was really looking forward to reading Falling for Danger after reading the snippet at the end of Playing with Trouble. The heroine’s supposedly dead fiancé turns out to be alive! And he’s back in her life! How could I NOT read it after finding that out? But the romance didn’t quite pan out the way I expected it to. While I enjoyed Falling for Danger, it wasn’t quite the epic conclusion to the series I was hoping for.
He’d promised me that he’d love me forever. Where did forever go?
Kate Reynolds is on a mission to take her father down. She’s determined to expose her father for the fraud that he is, and to uncover the link between him and the reason why her fiancé, Matt, was suspiciously killed while in Afghanistan. In the four years since Matt’s death, her life has become about avenging her lost love, and there’s nothing that will stand in her way. But one night, someone breaks into her home, and she comes face-to-face with last person on earth she expected: her dead fiancé.
I really liked how determined Kate was. I could feel for her and the pain she went through with losing Matt. She’s a girl hell-bent on revenge, and I couldn’t help but admire that. She’s also never stopped loving Matt, so when he appears, she’s struck by all the feelings that come rushing back in. But four years took their toll on Matt, and he’s not the same boy she knew and loved.
She was the one constant in this never-ending purgatory where I was stuck somewhere between life and death, a walking ghost.
Matt has changed a lot over the years, no longer the carefree boy in love with his best friend. His time in Afghanistan was rough and heartbreaking, but he survived, only to hide away from the people he loved the most. Matt is pretty gruff, dark, and intense… but I struggled to like him. He’s the main reason why I didn’t love this book like I wanted to. I guess I just never really understood why he had to stay away from Kate, if he loved her so much. We never really get an explanation – or rather, Matt never gives Kate an explanation for why he faked his death and what he did over the last four years. Kate was hurt and devastated over his ‘death’, and it would’ve been nice if Matt tried to make up for the hurt. And while it was obvious that Kate still loved Matt, I didn’t feel the love Matt still had for Kate. I needed more from Matt, I really did.
The suspense in Falling for Danger was pretty mellow. It was slow in the middle and then rushed at the end, so I didn’t really become invested in the mystery/suspense. The ending wasn’t as dramatic as I’d hoped, but it was still a good end for all the characters.
I wish I could’ve loved this book more. I had such high hopes based on the premise, but since I didn’t like the hero, I couldn’t fully enjoy the story. If you’re a fan of the series, I’d recommend you read this if you want to know how the series plot-line involving the Kate’s father turns out. Hopefully you’ll love more than I did! Not to say Falling for Danger is a bad book – it just wasn’t as good as I hoped.
Quotes are taken from the ARC and are subject to change in the final version.
Thanks to the publisher for generously providing me an ARC to review.
Amazon Ebook: http://amzn.to/1Azw0AD
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