Capsized

by Sharon Sala

A Texas Ranger teams up with a beautiful DEA agent deal to take down a deadly drug lord in this romantic suspense novella by a New York Times bestseller.Out of danger and . . . into his armsUndercover DEA agent Kelly Sloan was tasked with taking down Mexican druglord Dominic Ortega, but when her cover was blown, she barely escaped with her life. After being taken out on his yacht and tortured for information, she literally leapt at the chance to escape overboard, figuring death at sea was better than death at the hands of her vicious captor. But fate had something other than death in mind for her.Texas Ranger Quinn McCord was dealing with problems of his own, so the last thing he needed was a gorgeous, nearly naked woman with a shady past. And before the unconscious beauty on the beach even came to, he knew she was either trouble or in trouble—maybe both—because the men patrolling the shallows with a speedboat and binoculars weren’t tourists out for a day’s fishing. His finely honed instincts told him that she was their quarry, and that he had to protect her and find out what was really going on.If Kelly was shocked to find herself waking up in the arms of a handsome stranger, Quinn was no less surprised to discover that his damsel-in-distress was a very capable agent who’d quite possibly killed the infamous Dominic Ortega before getting away. Unfortunately for them both, Ortega hadn’t died. Instead he’d put a two-million-dollar bounty on her head and sent his army of killers-for-hire in pursuit.Now Kelly and Quinn are both the pursued and the pursuers as they try to stay alive long enough for Kelly to testify against Ortega—and for the two of them to follow up on the once-in-a-lifetime attraction neither one of them wants to fight.Previously Published in On the Edge.

Genres: Romantic Suspense, Romance, Contemporary Romance, Novella, Fiction

137 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 19, 2015

About the author

Biography



Sharon Sala is a Native Oklahoman and still lives within a two hour drive of where she was born.
First published in 1991, she is a New York Times/USA Today, best-selling author with a 135 plus books published in seven different genres, including Romantic suspense, Mystery, Young Adult, Western, Fiction, Women’s Fiction and Non-Fiction.

Industry Awards include:
Eight-time RITA finalist. (Romance Industry award)
The Janet Dailey Award.
Five-time Career Achievement winner from RT Magazine.
Five time winner of the National Reader’s Choice Award.
Five time winner of the Colorado Romance Writer’s Award of Excellence.
Heart of Excellence Award.,
Booksellers Best Award.
Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award RITA, presented by RWA.
Centennial Award from RWA for recognition of her 100th published novel.

Reviews

[Dawn ♥ romance · Rating 5 out of 5]

This short romantic suspense had all the ingredients for a good story. There was lots of fast paced exciting action, an alpha Texas ranger hero, a kick-butt DEA agent heroine, and a whirlwind romance. A quick and enjoyable read. Quinn is fishing when he finds a near naked Kelly who has washed up on shore.

[Pamela(AllHoney) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Undercover DEA agent Kelly Sloan has her cover blown and next step is torture. During the process that takes place on a boat in the Gulf of Mexico, Kelly Sloan manages to escape. Texas Ranger Quinn McCord is out fishing when a body appears, coming out of the ocean. He rescues the woman and discovers she is a DEA agent and soon after a bounty is placed on her. Can he succeed in getting her to DC to testify against the drug cartel before someone collects the bounty?

I loved that Kelly was no damsel in distress. I also love that she accepted Quinn's help. It was a nice little romance. Most of which was spent trying to stay alive and getting to their destination. It says it was previously published but I don't know what it was previously published as.

[Laura · Rating 2 out of 5]

Apparently I am not on the same page as the rest of the world. While the writing style was good, I have to say the plot absolutely killed me! I was looking forward to reading this book, even though I haven't always liked this author. However, the entire time I was reading, I had to groan. The plot is exactly what I would expect to see from a middle schooler's English paper, for all the depth it contained. Oh no! They saw a truck on the beach and automatically circulated his tags as a suspect in helping her. Oh no! The clerk saw a guy at the motel not registered that was a friend of Quinn's, and the clerk just happened to know his name and where he frequented. Oh no! The body shop owner knew it was the 2 people on the run because he was driving a black Dodge truck. It was just bad luck his buddy stopped in to tell him about the bounty while he was getting his car fixed. And the body shop owner just happens to call everyone on the hunt to update them on the new look so there could be more people looking. And oh no! Someone just happens to see their car on the side of a desolate road. And oh what a relief! She's best friends with the President's daughter so after days on the run, she just now decides to call him to come get her. No issues, no drama. And wonder of wonders, after testifying at the arrangement hearing, the drug kingpin will just remove the bounty on her head cause he's caught now anyways. No matter that he's going to get death row because of her. I just have one word to say about all of it. Really?!?! I probably would have given a 10 year old an "A" on this paper. But an award winning author? Give the kid his paper back and maybe spend more time developing a story so it seems more realistic.
2 stars and the only reason for the second is for the "grown up" writing style.

[Lyndi W. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Should have been a full length novel. The events had to be resolved quickly since it was basically a short story, so I would have enjoyed things more fleshed out. But no complaints.

[Merle · Rating 3 out of 5]

DEA undercover meets Texas Ranger. Also, fisherman meets mermaid. Kelly is a DEA agent working undercover for the DEA, finding evidence against a dangerous Mexican drug lord. She is thrown off the rich man's boat off of Galveston, and the vacationing Ranger rescues her.

Unfortunately, many people know that she is alive, and the rich man offers a huge bounty for her death. Bottom feeders from all around the South find their trail and try to kill them both. Kelly finally calls in the father of an old friend, who just happens to be the President of the United States.

After their rescue and her testimony at the rich man's arraignment, they find time to announce their love. Good one.

[Marilyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

First book I've read by Sharon Sala. Actually liked it better than I expected. Some of it was a little 'well who didn't see that coming!' predictable. She was safe in DC for 3 days before the trial but not one person, including herself, thought to get her some decent clothes to wear? Really? I don't want to spoil it by saying where Kelly was being kept safe, but I don't believe she was running around this particular house in the leather, cropped t-shirts, tight shorts and red cowboy boots that was the extent of her wardrobe when she was rescued.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun book

Kelly is undercover for the DEA when her cover gets blown. When she finally escapes, with the help of a Texas Ranger, it's a life or death run to Washington DC to testify. I loved the characters in this book, there was lots of sassy banter and the heroine was not afraid to speak for herself and defend her partner. As always I look forward to more of Sharon Sala's books.

[Linda Jennings · Rating 5 out of 5]

Boy how I love this author. This read is not a long read but very interesting. I haven’t read a book by this author yet that I have not liked. Great storyline and great characters. Thank you to the author. Can’t wait to read the next one

[P. Gilholm · Rating 5 out of 5]

I Loved Every Minute of it!

Suspense, fear, hot romance, trauma, thugs, betrayal, laughter, grief, kick ass investigators, millionaire drug dealers! This story is a great non stop wild ride! I love these kinds of books & Sharon Sala's way of writing them!

[Judy Fischer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good chemistry

I been read ok g Sharon Sala /Dinah McCall for years. This book rates highly with all the others. I loved the dry, quick humor she injects.

[Lois · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read July 2019 as part of the anthology “On the Edge”

[ruby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Intriguing

I think anyone would enjoy the suspense and mystery in this story. Another one you have to read until the end

[Peggy S Lynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sharon Sala has done it again!

Another great story with another great ending! Can't wait to read more from this awesome author! She really rocks!!!! Love it!

[MH]

Read as part of anthology: On the Edge (Sharon Sala; Carla Neggars, etc.)

[Donna Kale · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book!

[Karen Santos · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book grabbed me from page 1. Awesome read. Love reading Sharon Sala books. Thank you.

[Teresa Reitnauer · Rating 3 out of 5]

So much potential, but fell short. A quick, easy read, but very predictable. Some points are unbelievable.

[Jenny · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.25 Stars

[Tana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good solid read.

I truly enjoyed this book. For a romance, I give full marks for a solid storyline. For fully developed characters, and wow! were there "characters. "

I bought this book looking for a couple hours of entertainment. What I got was full novel quality. Needless to say, I will be looking more closely at more of Sharon's romance novels!!!!

Thank you, Sharon Sala!!!!!

[Rebecca Delio · Rating 5 out of 5]

GREAT Story

I love books by Sharon Salazar, she is a wonderful writer. This book capsized was a lovely story about a DEA agent and a Texas Ranger who are running for their lives trying to get away from the bad guys. She the DEA agent has a 2 million dollar bounty on her head. Hope you enjoy the book like I did............

[Lorena Helfers · Rating 3 out of 5]

An run of the mill

A nice easy mystery, nice hint of romance with no naughty words or actions. So for those of you who like a good story with no bad words or sex , this book is meant for you.

[Peggy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it Hard to put down

Another winner from. Sharon Sala
It kept me In Suspense the whole book.
What more can I say you like romance suspense that is short but good give this on a try well worth the read from start tipo finish loved it hard to put down.

[Jo Anne · Rating 4 out of 5]

This fast-paced novella features Kelly Sloan, DEA undercover agent, captured by a Mexican drug lord, and Quinn McCord, a Texas Ranger who witnesses her harrowing escape and comes to her aide. Not Sala's best work, but it's still a fun, short read with lots of action and romance. Enjoy!

[Carol Pelzl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Geart

Sharon seem to be a great writer that can bring characters alive and the stories are great so you start reading you can't put book down . Thanks for another great story.

[Kristina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book. it was a quick read that had a lot of action going on. I likes how the female main character could kick some butt. I would recommend this book to others.

[Mum · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quick read for a sleepless night. Not to deep, not too believable.

[Suze · Rating 5 out of 5]

CAPSIZED

I loved this story, my only complaint is its way too short (but I should have checked the page count before I bought it).

[Bernie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Capsized is a great romantic suspense book written by author Sharon Sala. It is also included in the On the Edge book with two other stories.

[CJ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun action filled adventure. Good guys win and we get a HEA.

[Alisha]

3.85