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Unauthorized #3
Unauthorized Obsession
Officer Kara Price has recovered from her injury and is back doing what she loves best, patrolling the streets of Westwood Harbor, praying that she never hears from her stalker again. But when her neighbor sees a man lurking outside her home, her partner finally forces her to take the case to the detectives.
Her attention is distracted by a confident, cocky, gorgeous business owner who sets his sights on her and won't take no for an answer.
Within days, her stalker turns from slight annoyance, to imminently dangerous, pulling her attention back to her current crisis. When the investigating officer suspects her new boyfriend is her stalker, Kara balks immediately. But when what they uncover in the investigation lands him in jail, Kara is torn between her heart and her safety. As her life spins out of control she holds tight to the hope that both of them will make it out of this alive and out from under suspicion.
Heat level: moderate. Suspense, thriller level: moderate to high. some swearing. 18+. Cliffhanger (but not with main H/h)
Her attention is distracted by a confident, cocky, gorgeous business owner who sets his sights on her and won't take no for an answer.
Within days, her stalker turns from slight annoyance, to imminently dangerous, pulling her attention back to her current crisis. When the investigating officer suspects her new boyfriend is her stalker, Kara balks immediately. But when what they uncover in the investigation lands him in jail, Kara is torn between her heart and her safety. As her life spins out of control she holds tight to the hope that both of them will make it out of this alive and out from under suspicion.
Heat level: moderate. Suspense, thriller level: moderate to high. some swearing. 18+. Cliffhanger (but not with main H/h)
330 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 1, 2015
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May 30, 2024
The couple: Zane and Kara
Romance trope: law enforcement
Series: Unauthorized
Length: 330 pages
Plot: Kara would be happy to return to regular police work after being shot, but she has a stalker. The stalker's behavior is escalating and just happens to occur at the same time as meeting a new man, Zane. Zane seems almost too good to be true and someone is trying to make Kara think that he is. More than one person is in danger as the stalker plans to make his move.
Commentary: I understand why Kara believed what she did, but if I were Zane, I would have stayed mad a lot longer! I think the author did a good job of leaving the identity of the stalker a mystery until about halfway through. For a moment, I thought it might be her partner. Oops!
Previous book in the series: Unauthorized Deception
Next book in the series: Unauthorized Return
Romance trope: law enforcement
Series: Unauthorized
Length: 330 pages
Plot: Kara would be happy to return to regular police work after being shot, but she has a stalker. The stalker's behavior is escalating and just happens to occur at the same time as meeting a new man, Zane. Zane seems almost too good to be true and someone is trying to make Kara think that he is. More than one person is in danger as the stalker plans to make his move.
Commentary: I understand why Kara believed what she did, but if I were Zane, I would have stayed mad a lot longer! I think the author did a good job of leaving the identity of the stalker a mystery until about halfway through. For a moment, I thought it might be her partner. Oops!
Previous book in the series: Unauthorized Deception
Next book in the series: Unauthorized Return
February 5, 2026
5 stars
Book three in the Unauthorized series pulls you right back into Kara Price’s world, and it does it with the same steady mix of suspense, emotion, and romantic tension that makes this series so addictive. Kara is finally back on the job, trying to reclaim her normal life after everything she’s been through, but the past doesn’t stay quiet for long. The moment her neighbor spots someone lurking outside her home, the sense of unease settles in, and the story starts tightening its grip.
Kara’s struggle to balance her instincts as a cop with the fear she’s trying to outrun gives the book a grounded, human edge. She wants to move forward, but the threat circling her keeps pulling her back into survival mode. The new relationship that enters her life adds another layer — he’s confident, charming, and impossible to ignore, which makes the growing connection between them feel natural even as danger creeps closer.
The suspense builds steadily as her stalker escalates, and the investigation takes some sharp turns that leave Kara questioning everything she thought she knew. When the case points toward the man she’s been letting into her life, the emotional conflict hits hard. She’s torn between what she feels and what the evidence suggests, and that tension carries the story through some of its strongest moments.
The thriller elements stay at a moderate‑to‑high simmer, the romance stays warm without overpowering the plot, and the pacing keeps you leaning forward. The ending doesn’t drop a cliffhanger on the main couple, but it does leave a thread open for what comes next, which fits the tone of the series perfectly.
A solid, gripping installment that blends danger, doubt, and desire in a way that keeps you turning pages.
Book three in the Unauthorized series pulls you right back into Kara Price’s world, and it does it with the same steady mix of suspense, emotion, and romantic tension that makes this series so addictive. Kara is finally back on the job, trying to reclaim her normal life after everything she’s been through, but the past doesn’t stay quiet for long. The moment her neighbor spots someone lurking outside her home, the sense of unease settles in, and the story starts tightening its grip.
Kara’s struggle to balance her instincts as a cop with the fear she’s trying to outrun gives the book a grounded, human edge. She wants to move forward, but the threat circling her keeps pulling her back into survival mode. The new relationship that enters her life adds another layer — he’s confident, charming, and impossible to ignore, which makes the growing connection between them feel natural even as danger creeps closer.
The suspense builds steadily as her stalker escalates, and the investigation takes some sharp turns that leave Kara questioning everything she thought she knew. When the case points toward the man she’s been letting into her life, the emotional conflict hits hard. She’s torn between what she feels and what the evidence suggests, and that tension carries the story through some of its strongest moments.
The thriller elements stay at a moderate‑to‑high simmer, the romance stays warm without overpowering the plot, and the pacing keeps you leaning forward. The ending doesn’t drop a cliffhanger on the main couple, but it does leave a thread open for what comes next, which fits the tone of the series perfectly.
A solid, gripping installment that blends danger, doubt, and desire in a way that keeps you turning pages.
April 30, 2015
Loved this latest installment featuring the heroes of the Westwood Harbor police department. This book features Officer Kara Price who had only recently returned to work after having been shot on duty. Unfortunately, while Kara is trying to protect the residents of the city, she in fact has become the target of a stalker. There was plenty of suspense in this novel as everyone around Kara is a potential suspect. Additionally, we are introduced to Sgt. Gayle who will likely be the main character in book 4. Can't wait for the next one as the author has dropped a few hints about Sgt. Gayle's backstory, that could make things very interesting for her next police assignment.
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October 3, 2015
A fast paced suspense
So I love this series and I was a bit disappointed in this installment. I love Kara, she's a great character but there was too much story and not enough pages. A lot of things occur but there's not enough time to explore them all the way and so you are left wanting something more or the story fleshed out. Zane is the hero of the story and a nice guy but just not enough depth to him. So it's okay for me while the others really shines.
So I love this series and I was a bit disappointed in this installment. I love Kara, she's a great character but there was too much story and not enough pages. A lot of things occur but there's not enough time to explore them all the way and so you are left wanting something more or the story fleshed out. Zane is the hero of the story and a nice guy but just not enough depth to him. So it's okay for me while the others really shines.
December 13, 2015
a police officer is training a cadet while being pursued by a dangerous stalker. I identified the stalker midway through. Will you? hea ending.
August 22, 2025
Great
Kara and Zane
I enjoyed reading the third book in the Unauthorized series.
I loved the characters, plot and storyline.
It has drama, danger, stalker, sex, love and so much more.
Read it
Kara and Zane
I enjoyed reading the third book in the Unauthorized series.
I loved the characters, plot and storyline.
It has drama, danger, stalker, sex, love and so much more.
Read it
September 20, 2017
Suspenseful and a quick read.
I think this is one of the fastest reads I've done. Was such a good read. Never disappointed with your books Lisa.
I think this is one of the fastest reads I've done. Was such a good read. Never disappointed with your books Lisa.
May 4, 2019
Loved it absolutely hooked since the first book.
August 22, 2015
Awesome!!!
Loved how Unauthorized Obsession picked up right where Unauthorized Deception left off.... Officer Kara Price had a stalker and she never mentioned anything to her partner until she couldn't take it anymore and finally told her partner Joe who pushed her to tell everything to one of the detective in their department.
And she did but it didn't go as she planned which was understandable cause Kara stayed to long to come forward.
Kara met Zane Micheal Rowe while on the job and the latter immediately took a liking to the former and vice versa......Zane asked Kara out on a date and she accepted not realizing that her stalker was much more dangerous than she thought.
Kara's stalker was very clever, he had them chasing their tails and throwing innocent people under the bus while he hid in plain sight.....the culprit was a real shocker.
Zane and Kara found love amidst all the chaos....Another great one by Lisa Ladew.
Loved how Unauthorized Obsession picked up right where Unauthorized Deception left off.... Officer Kara Price had a stalker and she never mentioned anything to her partner until she couldn't take it anymore and finally told her partner Joe who pushed her to tell everything to one of the detective in their department.
And she did but it didn't go as she planned which was understandable cause Kara stayed to long to come forward.
Kara met Zane Micheal Rowe while on the job and the latter immediately took a liking to the former and vice versa......Zane asked Kara out on a date and she accepted not realizing that her stalker was much more dangerous than she thought.
Kara's stalker was very clever, he had them chasing their tails and throwing innocent people under the bus while he hid in plain sight.....the culprit was a real shocker.
Zane and Kara found love amidst all the chaos....Another great one by Lisa Ladew.
July 12, 2015
Unauthorized Obsession is the third in a series of related character books by Lisa Ladew.. Lisa spins a good mystery with suspense, love and danger. In this story we have Kara Price, a police officer who seems to have a stalker. She meets a hot guy named Zane and they begin seeing each other. Stalker ramps up with threats and things that go bump in the night. Is Zane the stalker? or is he being set up.. The evidence begins to point to him. Can Kara find the proof she needs to discover the identity of her stalker?
Good read, I look forward to reading the 4th book soon. :)
“I received a copy of this book from Net Galley in exchange for an honest review”.
Good read, I look forward to reading the 4th book soon. :)
“I received a copy of this book from Net Galley in exchange for an honest review”.
April 12, 2016
Kara's story starts out with her stalker and then it is planted in her head that her new beau is potentially her stalker. She puts that behind her but more information turns her towards him being her stalker. As time goes on she gives him the benefit of the doubt but things happen. A good story but a few things were left unsaid and it could be considered predictable on who the stalker. Overall though it is a fantastic story that even though could be considered a might bit predictable it still had intrigue and suspense. A definite page turner.
September 27, 2015
I'm always looking for a good romance book with lots of suspense and action. This author has given me what I was looking for and more. There was enough romance to meet what I like but it wasn't overwhelmingly done that it over shadows the plot of the story. The action in the story is written so well it kept me wanting to read more and saddened when it was over. Great job!!!
September 29, 2015
This is book 3 of Unauthorized Obsession and the continuing story of the cops. Kara Price has a stalker who has killed other women and now he has her in his sights. He has been sending her presents and now he is gotten even closer. Kara meets her match in this crazy person. Well to find out who her stalker is you will have to read the book.
May 7, 2015
Love this series!
I enjoy reading each book written by Lisa Ladew. I love the mystery and twists and turns. I figured out early who the stalker was in his book but I couldn't piece together how they would catch him and clear Zane.
I enjoy reading each book written by Lisa Ladew. I love the mystery and twists and turns. I figured out early who the stalker was in his book but I couldn't piece together how they would catch him and clear Zane.
May 7, 2015
Wonderful
Thanks again Lisa for another exciting read...loved Zane and Kara...hope to see some more of them in the future. Knew it was Seth right from the time he came on the scene...you're the best..can't wait for the next one.
Thanks again Lisa for another exciting read...loved Zane and Kara...hope to see some more of them in the future. Knew it was Seth right from the time he came on the scene...you're the best..can't wait for the next one.
May 15, 2015
Lisa Ladew has quickly become the queen of romantic suspense! I really enjoyed this installment, especially the fast-paced nonstop action. Kara and Zane were an electrifying couple! I am looking forward to the next one!
May 31, 2015
Loved Zane and Kara. Very good read..as always just the right amount of everything you want.. Love, killers, stalkers, bullets flying and always that ...never saw that coming moment. Can't wait for more to come out. Thanks for always knocking it out the park.
June 20, 2015
Another great read from Lisa Ladew. I am loving this series as much as Edge of Heat and can't wait for the return of Coleton in the next book. I hope Joe also gets his own story as I thought he was a great character
July 9, 2015
Obsessed!
Obsessed is right. A cop with a stalker. This was like watching a romantic episode of Criminal Minds. I could not put this story down, I just had to find out who the stalker was. This story is awesome, a definite must read.
Obsessed is right. A cop with a stalker. This was like watching a romantic episode of Criminal Minds. I could not put this story down, I just had to find out who the stalker was. This story is awesome, a definite must read.
August 17, 2016
Good read. Kept me interested. Liked Kara and Zane. I'm not sure of the relevance of the whole Zane having a kid thing. It was mentioned, but there wasn't any significance to it, so I'm a little lost on why that was written in the story.
May 8, 2015
Love
Loved this book. Can't wait til the next story... every book just gets better and better!
I've already pre ordered the next book, it comes out on my birthday!!!
Loved this book. Can't wait til the next story... every book just gets better and better!
I've already pre ordered the next book, it comes out on my birthday!!!
July 5, 2015
unauthorized!!!!
Lisa Ladew is the best!!! I can't wait for the next book!!! Great read as ALWAYS!!! Keep up the good work Ms. Ladew!!!!
Lisa Ladew is the best!!! I can't wait for the next book!!! Great read as ALWAYS!!! Keep up the good work Ms. Ladew!!!!
February 25, 2016
Loved this book! I love reading about the characters of Westwood Harbor! I can't wait to see what else can happen this town! Lisa has done it again, and I now I best be getting the next book :)
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