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War doesn't forge heroes, it revels them.
Nemo's story is coming soon.
Nemo's story is coming soon.
304 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 1, 2026
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Bella Stone
25 books164 followersBella Stone is the MF Pen name for Annabella Stone, all books published under this name are MF/MMF.
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February 3, 2026
This story is explosive right from the beginning. I absolutely loved it and finished reading it in less than a day. The plot is plotting! Levi and Chari meet during a mission abroad. What happens when a one night stand (technically, a one afternoon stand) ends in an unexpected pregnancy?
"I wouldn’t throw Levi Waters out of bed for eating cookies, that’s for sure."
Fast forwards, almost four years later and Levi comes face to face with a little girl that has his dimples and his eyes. Chari kept her a secret... and my heart ached for Levi.
Now the bad guys are close, much closer than Levi and Chari thought.
This story has it all. It's a rollercoaster of emotions.
“I’ve spent my whole life in the military. Those men out there? They’re my brothers. My family. But this?” He gestured between them, toward Jules. “This is different. This is—” His throat worked. “This is what I didn’t know I was missing.” Chari’s vision blurred. She swallowed hard, her fingers tightening on the doorframe. “Levi—” “She called me Daddy.”
There's family (The McKinley brothers), a strong sisterhood, found family within the Operators, banter, unicorn races, mac-n-cheese dinners, the sweetest little 3 year old, Jules, and a very much deserved HEA.
“Mama?”
“Hmm?”
“If Levi’s our Levi now…” She chewed thoughtfully. “Does that mean he gets to live with us?”
Thank you, Bella, for another amazing story!
"I wouldn’t throw Levi Waters out of bed for eating cookies, that’s for sure."
Fast forwards, almost four years later and Levi comes face to face with a little girl that has his dimples and his eyes. Chari kept her a secret... and my heart ached for Levi.
Now the bad guys are close, much closer than Levi and Chari thought.
This story has it all. It's a rollercoaster of emotions.
“I’ve spent my whole life in the military. Those men out there? They’re my brothers. My family. But this?” He gestured between them, toward Jules. “This is different. This is—” His throat worked. “This is what I didn’t know I was missing.” Chari’s vision blurred. She swallowed hard, her fingers tightening on the doorframe. “Levi—” “She called me Daddy.”
There's family (The McKinley brothers), a strong sisterhood, found family within the Operators, banter, unicorn races, mac-n-cheese dinners, the sweetest little 3 year old, Jules, and a very much deserved HEA.
“Mama?”
“Hmm?”
“If Levi’s our Levi now…” She chewed thoughtfully. “Does that mean he gets to live with us?”
Thank you, Bella, for another amazing story!
February 3, 2026
We are back in La Spezia with the Four X guys and the story starts with a bang. I just love how Bella Stone is merging action with characters where you immediately have a connection to. It is not always be rosy but I think that is what makes her books so great for me.
When a one-afternoon-stand ends in a surprise which Levi discovers 4 years later when Chari is threatened, it brings another operator to his knees. I love how they both slowly move forwards when both realise that the old attraction is still there.
The middle part of the book is quite slow but as usual with the Four X crew and Ms Stone's guys in general, you have banter, letting of steam in a way you wouldn't think and an amazing feeling of found and blood family.
The last 20% really got me when the action restarted. That part hurt but it's just showing much more depth these characters have.
And now she added Chaos to the mix, I can't wait what will happen at the compound.
When a one-afternoon-stand ends in a surprise which Levi discovers 4 years later when Chari is threatened, it brings another operator to his knees. I love how they both slowly move forwards when both realise that the old attraction is still there.
The middle part of the book is quite slow but as usual with the Four X crew and Ms Stone's guys in general, you have banter, letting of steam in a way you wouldn't think and an amazing feeling of found and blood family.
The last 20% really got me when the action restarted. That part hurt but it's just showing much more depth these characters have.
And now she added Chaos to the mix, I can't wait what will happen at the compound.
February 5, 2026
Bella Stone know how to capture your attention from page one. She definitely puts you at the edge of your seat with your heart pounding in your chest as the fast-paced, dangerous action plays out. Levi and Chari are at odds over the mission and their adrenaline dump plays out in a way neither could have imagined. Fast forward four years and they meet again under entirely different circumstances but now she's got a secret. One she'd like to keep to herself but, good luck with that. He's suddenly shoved into a situation that he has no experience or expertise in. It's definitely "flying by the seat of his pants" time but he's all in. Now he just needs to convince Chari of his level of commitment. An old nemesis makes a bold move that stuns the Four X's group but they rally and do what they do best....take care od business. This time with the help of some old friends. Outstanding reading from cover to cover.
February 1, 2026
Nemo
Bella Stone does it again. Another great read that I could not put down about the 4x group. Make sure you have a beverage or a cup of espresso because you are going to need it. When a secret child is revealed and kept safe will Levi step up? And when there is a crisis it will not only be Italy but another group that answers the call for a rescue. I read in one sitting and I am never disappointed.
Bella Stone does it again. Another great read that I could not put down about the 4x group. Make sure you have a beverage or a cup of espresso because you are going to need it. When a secret child is revealed and kept safe will Levi step up? And when there is a crisis it will not only be Italy but another group that answers the call for a rescue. I read in one sitting and I am never disappointed.
February 5, 2026
I have enjoyed this entire series and sorry to see it end but have faith the we’ll see all of them again (at least I hope so).
Levi and Chari, like the others in the Four X’s series, meet in a difficult circumstance and part never expecting to meet again. Their journey is not smooth but the roller coaster ride will keep you on the edge and you’ll find yourself rooting for them.
Oh Bella, I will miss this group but will reread the series again and again.
Levi and Chari, like the others in the Four X’s series, meet in a difficult circumstance and part never expecting to meet again. Their journey is not smooth but the roller coaster ride will keep you on the edge and you’ll find yourself rooting for them.
Oh Bella, I will miss this group but will reread the series again and again.
February 5, 2026
Bella Stone - you did it again. This is another beautifully written tale of connections, explosions and love. Levi and Chari might come together during war and their time apart always wondering about each other but it is when they finally reunite that love pulls them through the darkest of times. Loved the connection, loved the brotherhood and loved that a little human can bring a man to his knees. A fabulous addition to the series.
February 7, 2026
Just finished reading this and Wow! Action and thrills, terrifying scenes that had me scared to breathe. War, threats, thraught nerves and so much more. Honestly I could say so much about this story but I am not going to risk spoilers so suffice to say if you like action, hero's and strong feisty women not afraid to take a risk then this is for you, Enjoy it as much as I have. Now to let my heart and blood pressure calm down. Explosive.
February 4, 2026
Another great XXXX read. THis follows Levi (Nemo) and Chari.
A second chance / Secret Child romance.
As always lots of fun - blow up unicorn racing not so much glitter this time. But still an all round good romp with lots of action and some intensity!
Loved it
A second chance / Secret Child romance.
As always lots of fun - blow up unicorn racing not so much glitter this time. But still an all round good romp with lots of action and some intensity!
Loved it
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