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Blake
She needs a protector. He wants to be so much more.
Blake Savage is Echo Team’s resident tech genius. Smart, skilled, and always ready for a challenge, he’s the man the team turns to when technology becomes their greatest weapon. But there’s one thing Blake can’t hack his way around—his growing feelings for Devon Brighton. The same woman he claims is a friend.
Devon Brighton has a talent for uncovering secrets, having used her wicked computer skills to help expose some of society’s worst. But after being viciously attacked, the woman she once was is lost. Devon survived but struggles to remember how to live. When danger finds her again, there’s only one person she trusts enough to call.
Blake refuses to let Devon face the danger she’s stumbled into alone. With the full force of Echo Team behind him, he’ll use every skill at his disposal to keep her safe. But as the threats to her life escalate, so do the feelings he can no longer deny. She doesn’t merely need a protector. She needs someone willing to stand beside her when the danger is over. And Blake will risk it all to become that man.
Blake Savage is Echo Team’s resident tech genius. Smart, skilled, and always ready for a challenge, he’s the man the team turns to when technology becomes their greatest weapon. But there’s one thing Blake can’t hack his way around—his growing feelings for Devon Brighton. The same woman he claims is a friend.
Devon Brighton has a talent for uncovering secrets, having used her wicked computer skills to help expose some of society’s worst. But after being viciously attacked, the woman she once was is lost. Devon survived but struggles to remember how to live. When danger finds her again, there’s only one person she trusts enough to call.
Blake refuses to let Devon face the danger she’s stumbled into alone. With the full force of Echo Team behind him, he’ll use every skill at his disposal to keep her safe. But as the threats to her life escalate, so do the feelings he can no longer deny. She doesn’t merely need a protector. She needs someone willing to stand beside her when the danger is over. And Blake will risk it all to become that man.
354 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 27, 2026
About the author
Anna Blakely
94 books1,027 followersAuthor of the exciting R.I.S.C. Series, Anna Blakely brings you stories of love, action, and edge of your seat suspense. As an avid reader herself, Anna writes what she loves...strong, Alpha heroes and the intelligent, independent heroines they love.
Anna's dream is to create stories her readers will enjoy, and characters they'll fall in love with as much as she has. She believes in true love and Happily Ever After, which is what she will bring to you.
Anna lives in rural Missouri with her husband and children, as well as several rescued animals. When she's not writing, Anna enjoys reading, watching action and horror movies (the scarier the better), and spending time with her amazing family.
Anna's dream is to create stories her readers will enjoy, and characters they'll fall in love with as much as she has. She believes in true love and Happily Ever After, which is what she will bring to you.
Anna lives in rural Missouri with her husband and children, as well as several rescued animals. When she's not writing, Anna enjoys reading, watching action and horror movies (the scarier the better), and spending time with her amazing family.
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October 31, 2026
Another wonderful written book 📖 👏
Oh wow, Blake and Devon’s story is such a thrilling ride! It’s got danger, healing, and this amazing friendship that slowly blossoms into something so much more. Blake? He’s that super capable, quick-on-his-feet kind of guy who can tackle just about anything thrown his way—except being honest about how much Devon really means to him. I mean, his fierce determination to keep her safe is seriously heart-melting, especially as he realizes Devon doesn’t just need a protector, she needs someone ready to stand right by her side while she finds her strength again.
And Devon’s journey? It’s so real and raw. After what she’s been through, you can tell she’s tough and clever, but her healing isn’t some quick fix—it’s a process, and that gives the whole story this emotional depth that really pulls you in. With the stakes rising, Blake’s unwavering loyalty, and the badass Echo Team having his back, you’re in for a heart-pounding, feel-good romance all about trust, resilience, and choosing to face whatever’s ahead—together. If you’re into protective heroes, strong heroines, found-family vibes, and action-packed romantic suspense, this is a great series for you
Oh wow, Blake and Devon’s story is such a thrilling ride! It’s got danger, healing, and this amazing friendship that slowly blossoms into something so much more. Blake? He’s that super capable, quick-on-his-feet kind of guy who can tackle just about anything thrown his way—except being honest about how much Devon really means to him. I mean, his fierce determination to keep her safe is seriously heart-melting, especially as he realizes Devon doesn’t just need a protector, she needs someone ready to stand right by her side while she finds her strength again.
And Devon’s journey? It’s so real and raw. After what she’s been through, you can tell she’s tough and clever, but her healing isn’t some quick fix—it’s a process, and that gives the whole story this emotional depth that really pulls you in. With the stakes rising, Blake’s unwavering loyalty, and the badass Echo Team having his back, you’re in for a heart-pounding, feel-good romance all about trust, resilience, and choosing to face whatever’s ahead—together. If you’re into protective heroes, strong heroines, found-family vibes, and action-packed romantic suspense, this is a great series for you
October 29, 2026
Another winner
Loved it. AB always knocks it outta the park. I love Blake and Devons story. Slow and steady, good character-development, solid storyline that bolted and connected thoroughly.
I love Anna's writing style. I rnjoy POV, and narrational-type stories. Can't stand ones written in the first-person. You lose too much subtext. Anna uses the narrational type, probably not the proper wording, sorry. I've read all her books and she never disappoints.
I have to say, i enjoyed the low-spice. It was just enough; soft, tender and more meaningful since it wasn't graphic like so many are today. Left way more for the actual story. Aplus!!
Looking forward to Draven and Rachel. Keep em coming, Anna!
Loved it. AB always knocks it outta the park. I love Blake and Devons story. Slow and steady, good character-development, solid storyline that bolted and connected thoroughly.
I love Anna's writing style. I rnjoy POV, and narrational-type stories. Can't stand ones written in the first-person. You lose too much subtext. Anna uses the narrational type, probably not the proper wording, sorry. I've read all her books and she never disappoints.
I have to say, i enjoyed the low-spice. It was just enough; soft, tender and more meaningful since it wasn't graphic like so many are today. Left way more for the actual story. Aplus!!
Looking forward to Draven and Rachel. Keep em coming, Anna!
November 1, 2026
I would have given the book 5 stars except there is a cliffhanger at the end. I hate when authors do this. If the book is good, then the reader will read the next book without having to be enticed. There is a problem with the cliffhanger and Amazon. In the cliffhanger, Draven's girl is Rachel. However, in the Amazon blurb, it is Samantha. Someone needs to fix that,
The book itself is good. Though I would have thought that as smart as Blake and Devon were that they would have known anytime they looked at the data they were examining, that there would be location information being sent out. In all the books that I read, the characters stop using cell phones and computers when going into hiding.
Please stop with the cliffhangers.
The book itself is good. Though I would have thought that as smart as Blake and Devon were that they would have known anytime they looked at the data they were examining, that there would be location information being sent out. In all the books that I read, the characters stop using cell phones and computers when going into hiding.
Please stop with the cliffhangers.
October 27, 2026
Blake and Devon
Blake and Devon meet when she is kidnapped and beaten, to lure her best friend out of hiding. After Devon gets out of the hospital and goes home, she and Blake keep talking. They are interested in each other and the fact that they live in different states doesn't seem to matter. What follows is a series of events that leaves the team scrambling to figure out who wants to hurt Devon and why. Things escalate quickly and it's a race against time to save Devon from the people who are after her. Will they get there in time to save Devon so she and Blake can get the HEA they deserve? Get this book and find out. Sorry, no spoilers
Blake and Devon meet when she is kidnapped and beaten, to lure her best friend out of hiding. After Devon gets out of the hospital and goes home, she and Blake keep talking. They are interested in each other and the fact that they live in different states doesn't seem to matter. What follows is a series of events that leaves the team scrambling to figure out who wants to hurt Devon and why. Things escalate quickly and it's a race against time to save Devon from the people who are after her. Will they get there in time to save Devon so she and Blake can get the HEA they deserve? Get this book and find out. Sorry, no spoilers
October 27, 2026
Blake Savage is Echo team’s resident tech .
Emmett Shaw is the leader of Team 2.
Devon Brighton is a computer consultant.
Jamie Reynolds is Devon’s best friend.Blake and Devon met previously I. The past and their is an attraction and chemistry from slow burn to explosive.
After all that has happened to Devon ( kidnapped and beaten) can she let her guard down with Blake.
They have an uphill battle finding out who is after them.
Can they solve the mystery and be safe?
Can they have a Happily Ever After?
This book has suspense, danger, intensity, intrigue , emotions and twists and turns.
Great Job Anna Blakely !!!
Emmett Shaw is the leader of Team 2.
Devon Brighton is a computer consultant.
Jamie Reynolds is Devon’s best friend.Blake and Devon met previously I. The past and their is an attraction and chemistry from slow burn to explosive.
After all that has happened to Devon ( kidnapped and beaten) can she let her guard down with Blake.
They have an uphill battle finding out who is after them.
Can they solve the mystery and be safe?
Can they have a Happily Ever After?
This book has suspense, danger, intensity, intrigue , emotions and twists and turns.
Great Job Anna Blakely !!!
October 27, 2026
Such a great book with a feel good ending after all the suspense.
Devon is a Crypto analyst who happens upon a discrepancy in a job she is working on. When she isn't sure what she is seeing, she sends it to Blake a computer expert she is becoming friends with.
So much tension and danger comes at Devon from the start but I enjoyed the fact that she had Blake. His no pressure approach to their relationship was a sweet touch to the book.
Danger drama suspense and a fantastic romance really made this a must read for me. Devon and Blake were a sweet couple amongst everything else going on.
Brilliant writing and a plot i really enjoyed. So great really!!
Devon is a Crypto analyst who happens upon a discrepancy in a job she is working on. When she isn't sure what she is seeing, she sends it to Blake a computer expert she is becoming friends with.
So much tension and danger comes at Devon from the start but I enjoyed the fact that she had Blake. His no pressure approach to their relationship was a sweet touch to the book.
Danger drama suspense and a fantastic romance really made this a must read for me. Devon and Blake were a sweet couple amongst everything else going on.
Brilliant writing and a plot i really enjoyed. So great really!!
November 7, 2026
a story that holds less water than a sieve
I get that these stories aren’t supposed to be even remotely factually accurate, but this is a new level of things that just don’t make sense.
In addition, each chapter felt like Groundhog Day…it’s not your fault…eyes dropping to mouths…all the muttering…the gazes sliding…
And these alpha male protectors are supposed to be the elite, right? Yet they make throw-the-book-at-the-wall mistakes that even an amateur wouldn’t. I know, I know…authors need plot devices, but I just think they can do better. It’s like the horror movies when someone goes into the basement to check on a sound.
I get that these stories aren’t supposed to be even remotely factually accurate, but this is a new level of things that just don’t make sense.
In addition, each chapter felt like Groundhog Day…it’s not your fault…eyes dropping to mouths…all the muttering…the gazes sliding…
And these alpha male protectors are supposed to be the elite, right? Yet they make throw-the-book-at-the-wall mistakes that even an amateur wouldn’t. I know, I know…authors need plot devices, but I just think they can do better. It’s like the horror movies when someone goes into the basement to check on a sound.
October 27, 2026
Blake was an engaging read. You've got another great team within the R.I.S.C. family. Edge of your seat intensity and a threat that just keeps coming and coming. I'm really enjoying Draven's character and the storyline is like getting ready to jump off a cliff all the time, definitely. Great series.
October 29, 2026
Blake
Devon woke up in the hospital to Blake hiding behind a huge bouquet of flowers. As they begin to become friends more trouble than anyone should have invades their lives all because Devon was helping a person look over a mistake. Can,they actually make it through the attempts on their lives and discover who is behind it all?
Devon woke up in the hospital to Blake hiding behind a huge bouquet of flowers. As they begin to become friends more trouble than anyone should have invades their lives all because Devon was helping a person look over a mistake. Can,they actually make it through the attempts on their lives and discover who is behind it all?
Review of advance copy received from Author
Book 2 of Echo Team won't disappoint. Devon and Blake are in for a wild ride. Can Devon lower her guard and Blake in? Blake seems to know just how to break through.
But it's an uphill battle, they have to fight through together as a mysterious person wants to see them dead.
But it's an uphill battle, they have to fight through together as a mysterious person wants to see them dead.
October 28, 2026
These R.I.S.C guys are amazing! Blake and Devon start off as friends and then become more. I loved the way they interacted with each other and the rest of the team. There was a good balance of romance and danger. I am looking forward to more in this series.
October 29, 2026
Pretty good.
But how come in the preview for the next book the heroine is called Rachel BUT when you read the synopsis of the next book (when adding to wish list) the heroines name is Samantha? Huge error
But how come in the preview for the next book the heroine is called Rachel BUT when you read the synopsis of the next book (when adding to wish list) the heroines name is Samantha? Huge error
November 10, 2026
I was gripped from page 1. Loved it!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Who says technie aren't bad-ass?
Gripping! Compelling! Left me glued to the edge of my seat. Blake and Devon came together in the most tragic of ways. It was such a fragile beginning for them. After months of long distance friendship Blake surprises Devon one night and their worlds explode! They face trauma and life-threatening adventures together while passion builds with a slow burn! When things get tough Devon shows that she can be tougher until Blake and Echo Team race to the rescue!
Gripping! Compelling! Left me glued to the edge of my seat. Blake and Devon came together in the most tragic of ways. It was such a fragile beginning for them. After months of long distance friendship Blake surprises Devon one night and their worlds explode! They face trauma and life-threatening adventures together while passion builds with a slow burn! When things get tough Devon shows that she can be tougher until Blake and Echo Team race to the rescue!
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