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Exposure #2
Focus
CJ Parker has been abducted by Albanian gangsters for reasons unknown. What is known is that, if Asher cannot find her in time, she will disappear forever.
Desperate to find her, Asher makes a sacrifice to gain the information that is needed to locate CJ. When this sacrifice comes to light, however, it could very well spell the end to his relationship with her.
Will Asher find CJ in time? And, if he does, can they survive the devastating secret sacrifice he made to find her?
Desperate to find her, Asher makes a sacrifice to gain the information that is needed to locate CJ. When this sacrifice comes to light, however, it could very well spell the end to his relationship with her.
Will Asher find CJ in time? And, if he does, can they survive the devastating secret sacrifice he made to find her?
- GenresRomantic Suspense
217 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 1, 2015
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June 29, 2015
Well this just got interesting. I knew that we were in for a dozy with that cliffhanger from the first installment, but Daaaaaaamn!!! As if CJ hadn’t been through enough crap, this story takes the cake.
Ok, so we’re left with that cliffhanger of finding out who Asher really is and the phone call from Scarlett, right? We pick up from there and are literally thrown into the madness that has become CJ’s life. We start reading about how CJ’s life takes a turn for the bad, but by God, it takes a turn for the worst within 3 chapters. I REALLY don’t want to give anything away, but lets just say WTF and OMG!!!!
Asher, oh Asher. Thank goodness you have a past that has come in handy while trying to find CJ. We learn a little more about Asher’s past; what he did in Russia as well as who he knows. We also get to see first hand how he “used” to be, and it’s an awesomely fulfilling moment in the book. One of the sacrifices Asher has to make in order to find CJ is going to be a very hard one for CJ to overcome if they are going to make it.
And look…..another cliffhanger. To be continued…
*I was given a copy of this book as a gift from The JeepDiva in exchange for an honest review.
Ok, so we’re left with that cliffhanger of finding out who Asher really is and the phone call from Scarlett, right? We pick up from there and are literally thrown into the madness that has become CJ’s life. We start reading about how CJ’s life takes a turn for the bad, but by God, it takes a turn for the worst within 3 chapters. I REALLY don’t want to give anything away, but lets just say WTF and OMG!!!!
Asher, oh Asher. Thank goodness you have a past that has come in handy while trying to find CJ. We learn a little more about Asher’s past; what he did in Russia as well as who he knows. We also get to see first hand how he “used” to be, and it’s an awesomely fulfilling moment in the book. One of the sacrifices Asher has to make in order to find CJ is going to be a very hard one for CJ to overcome if they are going to make it.
And look…..another cliffhanger. To be continued…
*I was given a copy of this book as a gift from The JeepDiva in exchange for an honest review.
July 20, 2015
Focus by Annie Jocoby is the second book in the Exposure Series and begins with CJ Parker missing. CJ is gone and Asher Sloane has no idea where she is or why she was taken but his concern is that maybe it has to do with him and his past life. If CJ was taken as a way to get to Asher, he would never be able to live with himself and it would be that much more difficult to get her back. When someone from his past suddenly shows up with information about her whereabouts he is willing to pay any price even if it requires telling a lie and living with the consequences.
CJ suddenly wakes up drugged, blind folded, and scared for her life. She has no idea why she has been kidnapped, where she is, or who has her. As the reality of her situation becomes clearer she immediately panics. She has been kidnapped, bought and sold, and now her buyer is looking to sell her again. She is not the only one in the room, there is another woman Marisa who is also being held captive. By the time Asher puts his information to use and finds CJ, she has already been sold again and the seller won’t give Asher any information about the buyer. He is however willing to sell Asher the other woman, Marisa and Asher soon realizes it may provide him with more information in how to get to CJ.
While Asher is working out a plan to save CJ, she meets her new buyer who hopes to turn her into a sex slave. She is left drugged, beaten, and then by the grace of God has a tragic event happen that makes it a little easier for Asher to find her, only problem is her injuries are extensive in ways the reader would never predict. As she has to fight to overcome her new lifestyle I feel it makes her stronger in some aspects and a little freer. I feel that some of her reservations are not the same and it gives her a new strength to do something she couldn’t do in book 1. The trials that ensue her and Asher continue to have the tug of war of being together and being apart, but there can be great strength in that. I can’t wait to see the ramifications of the choices they have each made in book 3 and if they will ever get their deserved happy ever after.
Annie Jocoby kept me engaged from the beginning. This book had more love, more suspense and more adventure. It had more history of the characters and introduced us to new characters that we may just fall in love with.
CJ suddenly wakes up drugged, blind folded, and scared for her life. She has no idea why she has been kidnapped, where she is, or who has her. As the reality of her situation becomes clearer she immediately panics. She has been kidnapped, bought and sold, and now her buyer is looking to sell her again. She is not the only one in the room, there is another woman Marisa who is also being held captive. By the time Asher puts his information to use and finds CJ, she has already been sold again and the seller won’t give Asher any information about the buyer. He is however willing to sell Asher the other woman, Marisa and Asher soon realizes it may provide him with more information in how to get to CJ.
While Asher is working out a plan to save CJ, she meets her new buyer who hopes to turn her into a sex slave. She is left drugged, beaten, and then by the grace of God has a tragic event happen that makes it a little easier for Asher to find her, only problem is her injuries are extensive in ways the reader would never predict. As she has to fight to overcome her new lifestyle I feel it makes her stronger in some aspects and a little freer. I feel that some of her reservations are not the same and it gives her a new strength to do something she couldn’t do in book 1. The trials that ensue her and Asher continue to have the tug of war of being together and being apart, but there can be great strength in that. I can’t wait to see the ramifications of the choices they have each made in book 3 and if they will ever get their deserved happy ever after.
Annie Jocoby kept me engaged from the beginning. This book had more love, more suspense and more adventure. It had more history of the characters and introduced us to new characters that we may just fall in love with.
October 30, 2015
The previous book in this series ended on a huge cliffhanger, so I couldn't wait to start this book, and it didn't disappoint. Asher is back and he is determined to rescue CJ from Albanian gangsters who plan to sell her as a sex slave. This exciting storyline brings us more suspense, more danger and more intrigue. I was hooked right from the first page, and the author managed to keep my attention throughout the story.
Asher is desperate to get CJ back, but to do so he has to make a huge sacrifice that may mean his relationship with CJ will be over when she finds out. Can Asher find her before it's too late? Will CJ survive the terrifying ordeal? And will their relationship survive?
I loved CJ in the last book, and I love her even more now. She has been through so much in her life, nothing seems to come easy to her. Asher is just as hot as before, he's a deliciously dirty bad boy who you can't help but love. I really enjoyed this roller coaster ride, the twists and turns in this book are fabulous. Focus receives five stars.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for a honest review.
Asher is desperate to get CJ back, but to do so he has to make a huge sacrifice that may mean his relationship with CJ will be over when she finds out. Can Asher find her before it's too late? Will CJ survive the terrifying ordeal? And will their relationship survive?
I loved CJ in the last book, and I love her even more now. She has been through so much in her life, nothing seems to come easy to her. Asher is just as hot as before, he's a deliciously dirty bad boy who you can't help but love. I really enjoyed this roller coaster ride, the twists and turns in this book are fabulous. Focus receives five stars.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for a honest review.
April 20, 2015
I'm still not Focused
I was excited to get this book, because I thought we would finally tie up the loose ends and have out happy ending. That didn't happen. It did start out strong with a storyline that was definitely interesting, since I'm on the outside looking in it is easy to say that I might have made one part longer, while shortening all the explaining, but that's why I'm only the reader and not the author. LOL I will say that it seemed like more time just going over what happened in the first book, instead of moving on. I really am hoping this series is tied up in the next book, which if I read right, I only have a couple of months to wait. Hopefully by then Asher and CJ can figure out what they want from each other and go for it.
I was excited to get this book, because I thought we would finally tie up the loose ends and have out happy ending. That didn't happen. It did start out strong with a storyline that was definitely interesting, since I'm on the outside looking in it is easy to say that I might have made one part longer, while shortening all the explaining, but that's why I'm only the reader and not the author. LOL I will say that it seemed like more time just going over what happened in the first book, instead of moving on. I really am hoping this series is tied up in the next book, which if I read right, I only have a couple of months to wait. Hopefully by then Asher and CJ can figure out what they want from each other and go for it.
May 7, 2015
I thought it was very fast paced, and I mean very fast because a lot seemed to be rushed and solved issues in some areas too quickly I like to pace myself a bit so I was hoping for more of a challenge in some with the characters situations. This book is jam packed with loads of drama, steam with so much twist and turned that'll leave your head spinning. I would love to dive into details about what I loved and thought was interesting, but I don't want to spoil it for those of you who have yet to read the first book or this book. Overall I loved this book and look forward to seeing what happens next, I recommend you lovely readers to check out this these books not sure if its going to be a trilogy or series but its the type of book that you'll want to put into your tbr list.
May 4, 2015
This is the second book in the Exposure series. I strongly suggest reading them in order.
I was on the edge of my seat and biting my nails through most of the book. It was full of action, danger and surprises. I am absolutely eager for the next book!
I suggest reading it if you like good bad boys, suspense, thrills, and some romance too! ;-)
There was more drama, more excitement, more suspense, more conniving and secrets than in the previous book.
I received an ecopy in exchange for my honest opinion.
I was on the edge of my seat and biting my nails through most of the book. It was full of action, danger and surprises. I am absolutely eager for the next book!
I suggest reading it if you like good bad boys, suspense, thrills, and some romance too! ;-)
There was more drama, more excitement, more suspense, more conniving and secrets than in the previous book.
I received an ecopy in exchange for my honest opinion.
August 16, 2015
What a rollercoaster of emotions!
I almost hated the ups and downs.....but that is what is so amazing about this author! You feel. You feel every heartbreak, every tear, and everything else that CJ and Asher experience! I love this series and can't get to the next book soon enough!
I almost hated the ups and downs.....but that is what is so amazing about this author! You feel. You feel every heartbreak, every tear, and everything else that CJ and Asher experience! I love this series and can't get to the next book soon enough!
April 18, 2015
I'm sorry but I couldn't marry or trust a man I barely know whose admitted to pregnating a woman he loathed nope he gotta kick rocks. I don't want that drama period! I hate this ended with no resolution, can't wait til the next episode!
June 27, 2015
Book # 2 created more problems that it solved. Asher is forced to rescue C. J. from some really bad people and reveal some things that really should remain secret.
April 22, 2017
I'm loving all the twists and turns of this series! "Focus" is another page turner in the Exposure series. Asher's life past life gets pushed to the forefront and you really learn a lot about him and his baggage. I hated Sophie in "Exposure" and I hate her even more in "Focus." I'm curious to see how CJ turns her life around in book 3.
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