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Ghost
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Expected 28 Jul 26SHE’S BEING HUNTED.
HE’S HER ONLY DEFENSE.
I was there the day Ivy’s life went from normal to hell on earth. I watched them stitch up every external wound…and watched her pretend it was enough. Then she was gone.
Not from me—she was never mine. She was his. And I had to watch that, too.
I strapped into my Raptor and flew into the night to avenge what they did to her. And I had to do it beside him, because he always got to be the hero.
Then the op went sideways.
Now that same hell is coming back for her. And this time, I’m the one standing between her and the darkness closing in. The problem? Even though she isn’t his anymore, she still is. He still calls her his wife. And she still looks at him like he hung the damn moon.
I don’t know who’s after me—but I know why. No one wants their victim escaping. No one wants the United States military hunting them down. And somehow, I’m at the center of the chaos. Me…and my three-year-old daughter.
Kyler failed me. Or maybe we failed each other. And even if my heart hasn’t accepted it, he isn’t mine anymore.
Which leaves Dalton. My friend. My protector. And now…my roommate.
He looks at me like he sees past the wreckage and straight to the woman I used to be.
I’m shattered—but for the first time in years, someone might know how to put me back together.
HE’S HER ONLY DEFENSE.
I was there the day Ivy’s life went from normal to hell on earth. I watched them stitch up every external wound…and watched her pretend it was enough. Then she was gone.
Not from me—she was never mine. She was his. And I had to watch that, too.
I strapped into my Raptor and flew into the night to avenge what they did to her. And I had to do it beside him, because he always got to be the hero.
Then the op went sideways.
Now that same hell is coming back for her. And this time, I’m the one standing between her and the darkness closing in. The problem? Even though she isn’t his anymore, she still is. He still calls her his wife. And she still looks at him like he hung the damn moon.
I don’t know who’s after me—but I know why. No one wants their victim escaping. No one wants the United States military hunting them down. And somehow, I’m at the center of the chaos. Me…and my three-year-old daughter.
Kyler failed me. Or maybe we failed each other. And even if my heart hasn’t accepted it, he isn’t mine anymore.
Which leaves Dalton. My friend. My protector. And now…my roommate.
He looks at me like he sees past the wreckage and straight to the woman I used to be.
I’m shattered—but for the first time in years, someone might know how to put me back together.
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Expected publication July 28, 2026
About the author
Brilee Scott
4 books22 followersBrilee Scott is a Top 5 Amazon best-selling contemporary military romance author. Her books are filled with swoon-worthy romance, heart stopping action and suspense, and the promise of a hard-fought happily ever after.
Brilee is teacher-turned-author, wife to an aerospace engineer, and mama to the sweetest little boy (plus two very spoiled Australian Shepherds).
She studied education and fiction writing in college before spending several years teaching kindergarten and earning her master’s degree in literacy. Inspired by her husband’s career in military aviation, her deep-rooted patriotism, and her love of happily ever afters, Brilee found her way back to writing.
The idea for Viking, her debut novel, sparked during a family day at an airshow—proof that jet noise and love stories pair surprisingly well. She now writes heartfelt, high-stakes romance featuring elite fighter pilots, fierce heroines, and the kind of chemistry that lingers long after the last page.
Brilee and her family call Florida home, though they’re currently at Edwards AFB in California, where her husband is part of a next-generation fighter program. She’s hard at work on the rest of The Silent Pursuit series—and a few spin-offs about characters she just couldn’t let go of.
Brilee is teacher-turned-author, wife to an aerospace engineer, and mama to the sweetest little boy (plus two very spoiled Australian Shepherds).
She studied education and fiction writing in college before spending several years teaching kindergarten and earning her master’s degree in literacy. Inspired by her husband’s career in military aviation, her deep-rooted patriotism, and her love of happily ever afters, Brilee found her way back to writing.
The idea for Viking, her debut novel, sparked during a family day at an airshow—proof that jet noise and love stories pair surprisingly well. She now writes heartfelt, high-stakes romance featuring elite fighter pilots, fierce heroines, and the kind of chemistry that lingers long after the last page.
Brilee and her family call Florida home, though they’re currently at Edwards AFB in California, where her husband is part of a next-generation fighter program. She’s hard at work on the rest of The Silent Pursuit series—and a few spin-offs about characters she just couldn’t let go of.
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Every time I read one of Brilee Scott’s books, it somehow becomes my new favorite. Even when I think she couldn’t possibly top the last one, she manages to outdo herself again, and Ghost is no exception. It feels like this one will be darn near impossible to top—but if there’s one thing Brilee Scott consistently proves, it’s that she’s capable of the impossible. I have no doubts that she’ll continue to outshine herself with each new release of the Silent Pursuit series.
After reading the spinoff, Chance, returning to the characters from Brilee’s debut, Viking, felt like coming home. The found family she has created within this series is one of its greatest strengths. Even characters who haven’t yet had their own books feel fully realized, and every ensemble scene carries the kind of warmth and familiarity that makes the reader feel fully a part of the group itself. Dalton’s moments with his squadron and Ivy’s scenes with her friends were some of my favorites, but the real magic happens when everyone comes together. The banter, camaraderie, and unwavering loyalty between these characters feel effortless and genuine. Brilee has built such a strong foundation for this world, and I’m so excited for every love story still to come. Every character feels distinct and memorable in their own way—though Hadley may have permanently claimed the top spot in my heart (but more on her later).
When I sat down to write this review, the word that kept coming to mind was “contrast.” It exists in every layer of Ghost—the timelines, the relationships, the characters, the emotional arcs—and Brilee Scott handles all of it with remarkable balance and precision.
What truly sets Ghost apart is its structure. Told through three points of view across dual timelines, the story unfolds with an emotional complexity that feels incredibly ambitious yet completely seamless. In the present timeline, we watch love slowly take shape. In the past, we see love unravel in real time. That juxtaposition gives the story an emotional weight that will genuinely take your breath away. I’ve read a lot of romance novels, but I can honestly say I’ve never encountered a structure executed quite like this. Even after finishing the book, I found myself thinking not only about the story itself, but about the craftsmanship behind it and how carefully every thread was woven together.
Ivy is such a compelling and layered FMC. I loved the contrast between her world as a ballet dancer and the military careers surrounding her. While her past storyline is heartbreaking, it’s essential to understanding who she becomes in the present. Watching the difference between the way she internalized and buried her trauma with Kyler versus the way she slowly learned to open up with Dalton was both devastating and deeply hopeful. Kyler and Ivy’s relationship ultimately became a casualty of circumstance, and because we’re allowed to fully experience that trajectory through the past timeline, the emotional payoff in the present lands so much harder. Watching Ivy slowly find safety, stability, and healing with Dalton felt incredibly earned.
And speaking of the MMCs—Brilee Scott truly knows how to write a swoon-worthy man. Both Kyler and Dalton are exceptional in completely different ways. When Kyler first appeared on the page, I genuinely questioned how I was ever supposed to root for anyone else. His chemistry with Ivy was immediate and electric, and because we get to see the full evolution of their relationship, we’re allowed to fall in love with him alongside her. Even though this isn’t ultimately his love story, Brilee does such an excellent job laying the groundwork for his future book, and I already know I’ll be first in line to read it (Picture me setting up my tent like I’m waiting for a Black Friday sale. That’s where I’ll be until December...).
But Dalton is the steady center Ivy needs. He’s protective without being overbearing, comforting without losing his edge, and emotionally intelligent enough to challenge Ivy in the ways she most needs with unwavering patience and support. Outside of the romance, I especially appreciated the way Brilee handled Dalton’s relationship with the Kyler. Moments that could have easily leaned into jealousy, resentment, or competition instead carried an underlying respect and maturity that made the dynamic feel even richer. I’m so excited to see how that relationship continues to evolve throughout the series.
And then there’s Hadley—the tiny scene-stealer of the entire book. She captures the energy of a sassy three-year-old so perfectly that I found myself laughing out loud nearly every time she spoke. Her moments with Dalton were especially sweet and added so much warmth to a story carrying significant emotional weight. I’m already hoping she continues popping up throughout the rest of the series because she brought such a necessary sense of levity and heart to the story.
Once again, Brilee’s handling of the military aspects in the story is incredibly impressive. Whether she’s writing flight scenes, briefings, or the day-to-day dynamics within the squadron, every detail feels authentic and immersive. Before reading Viking, I knew very little about that world, but Brilee writes with such confidence and specificity that the setting never feels performative—it feels lived in. The terminology, procedures, slang, and atmosphere all work together to fully transport the reader right to the military base, the air shows, or the cockpit.
I could genuinely go on and on about Ghost and Brilee Scott’s breathtaking prose, but at the risk of this review becoming longer than the novel itself, I’ll leave it at this: if you love military romance, slow burn love stories, forced proximity, found family, emotionally layered storytelling, and an unconventional love triangle, you absolutely need to read Ghost.
Congrats to Brilee Scott on delivering another stunning installment in the Silent Pursuit series! This book completely blew me away, and I’ve already started counting down the days until the next one!
Every time I read one of Brilee Scott’s books, it somehow becomes my new favorite. Even when I think she couldn’t possibly top the last one, she manages to outdo herself again, and Ghost is no exception. It feels like this one will be darn near impossible to top—but if there’s one thing Brilee Scott consistently proves, it’s that she’s capable of the impossible. I have no doubts that she’ll continue to outshine herself with each new release of the Silent Pursuit series.
After reading the spinoff, Chance, returning to the characters from Brilee’s debut, Viking, felt like coming home. The found family she has created within this series is one of its greatest strengths. Even characters who haven’t yet had their own books feel fully realized, and every ensemble scene carries the kind of warmth and familiarity that makes the reader feel fully a part of the group itself. Dalton’s moments with his squadron and Ivy’s scenes with her friends were some of my favorites, but the real magic happens when everyone comes together. The banter, camaraderie, and unwavering loyalty between these characters feel effortless and genuine. Brilee has built such a strong foundation for this world, and I’m so excited for every love story still to come. Every character feels distinct and memorable in their own way—though Hadley may have permanently claimed the top spot in my heart (but more on her later).
When I sat down to write this review, the word that kept coming to mind was “contrast.” It exists in every layer of Ghost—the timelines, the relationships, the characters, the emotional arcs—and Brilee Scott handles all of it with remarkable balance and precision.
What truly sets Ghost apart is its structure. Told through three points of view across dual timelines, the story unfolds with an emotional complexity that feels incredibly ambitious yet completely seamless. In the present timeline, we watch love slowly take shape. In the past, we see love unravel in real time. That juxtaposition gives the story an emotional weight that will genuinely take your breath away. I’ve read a lot of romance novels, but I can honestly say I’ve never encountered a structure executed quite like this. Even after finishing the book, I found myself thinking not only about the story itself, but about the craftsmanship behind it and how carefully every thread was woven together.
Ivy is such a compelling and layered FMC. I loved the contrast between her world as a ballet dancer and the military careers surrounding her. While her past storyline is heartbreaking, it’s essential to understanding who she becomes in the present. Watching the difference between the way she internalized and buried her trauma with Kyler versus the way she slowly learned to open up with Dalton was both devastating and deeply hopeful. Kyler and Ivy’s relationship ultimately became a casualty of circumstance, and because we’re allowed to fully experience that trajectory through the past timeline, the emotional payoff in the present lands so much harder. Watching Ivy slowly find safety, stability, and healing with Dalton felt incredibly earned.
And speaking of the MMCs—Brilee Scott truly knows how to write a swoon-worthy man. Both Kyler and Dalton are exceptional in completely different ways. When Kyler first appeared on the page, I genuinely questioned how I was ever supposed to root for anyone else. His chemistry with Ivy was immediate and electric, and because we get to see the full evolution of their relationship, we’re allowed to fall in love with him alongside her. Even though this isn’t ultimately his love story, Brilee does such an excellent job laying the groundwork for his future book, and I already know I’ll be first in line to read it (Picture me setting up my tent like I’m waiting for a Black Friday sale. That’s where I’ll be until December...).
But Dalton is the steady center Ivy needs. He’s protective without being overbearing, comforting without losing his edge, and emotionally intelligent enough to challenge Ivy in the ways she most needs with unwavering patience and support. Outside of the romance, I especially appreciated the way Brilee handled Dalton’s relationship with the Kyler. Moments that could have easily leaned into jealousy, resentment, or competition instead carried an underlying respect and maturity that made the dynamic feel even richer. I’m so excited to see how that relationship continues to evolve throughout the series.
And then there’s Hadley—the tiny scene-stealer of the entire book. She captures the energy of a sassy three-year-old so perfectly that I found myself laughing out loud nearly every time she spoke. Her moments with Dalton were especially sweet and added so much warmth to a story carrying significant emotional weight. I’m already hoping she continues popping up throughout the rest of the series because she brought such a necessary sense of levity and heart to the story.
Once again, Brilee’s handling of the military aspects in the story is incredibly impressive. Whether she’s writing flight scenes, briefings, or the day-to-day dynamics within the squadron, every detail feels authentic and immersive. Before reading Viking, I knew very little about that world, but Brilee writes with such confidence and specificity that the setting never feels performative—it feels lived in. The terminology, procedures, slang, and atmosphere all work together to fully transport the reader right to the military base, the air shows, or the cockpit.
I could genuinely go on and on about Ghost and Brilee Scott’s breathtaking prose, but at the risk of this review becoming longer than the novel itself, I’ll leave it at this: if you love military romance, slow burn love stories, forced proximity, found family, emotionally layered storytelling, and an unconventional love triangle, you absolutely need to read Ghost.
Congrats to Brilee Scott on delivering another stunning installment in the Silent Pursuit series! This book completely blew me away, and I’ve already started counting down the days until the next one!
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