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Day and Knight #2
Sun and Shadow
Sequel to Day and KnightDay and Book Two
Dayton “Day” Ingram is recovering from an injury suffered in Mexico—and from his failed relationship with fellow Scorpion agent, Knight. While researching an old government document, Day realizes he might be holding the key to finding an artistic masterpiece lost since WWII.
But the Russians are looking for it too, and have a team in place in Eastern Europe hunting it down. Day and Knight are brought back together when they are charged with getting to the painting first.
Knight wants to leave Mexico and everything that happened there behind, and return to the life he had—except it wasn't much of a life. When he's partnered up with Day, keeping his distance proves to be challenging. But Day is as stubborn as Knight and isn’t willing to let him walk away.
Their assignment leads them through Germany and Austria with agents hot on their tail—agents willing to do whatever it takes to get to the masterpiece first. If Day and Knight can live long enough to find the painting, they might also discover something even more precious—each other.
Dayton “Day” Ingram is recovering from an injury suffered in Mexico—and from his failed relationship with fellow Scorpion agent, Knight. While researching an old government document, Day realizes he might be holding the key to finding an artistic masterpiece lost since WWII.
But the Russians are looking for it too, and have a team in place in Eastern Europe hunting it down. Day and Knight are brought back together when they are charged with getting to the painting first.
Knight wants to leave Mexico and everything that happened there behind, and return to the life he had—except it wasn't much of a life. When he's partnered up with Day, keeping his distance proves to be challenging. But Day is as stubborn as Knight and isn’t willing to let him walk away.
Their assignment leads them through Germany and Austria with agents hot on their tail—agents willing to do whatever it takes to get to the masterpiece first. If Day and Knight can live long enough to find the painting, they might also discover something even more precious—each other.
210 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 9, 2015
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Dirk Greyson
21 books115 followersDirk is very much an outside kind of man. He loves travel and seeing new things.
Dirk worked in corporate America for way too long and now spends his days writing, gardening, and taking care of the home he shares with his partner of more than two decades.
He has a Master’s Degree and all the other accessories that go with a corporate job. But he is most proud of the stories he tells and the life he's built.
Dirk lives in Pennsylvania in a century old home and is blessed with an amazing circle of friends.
Dirk worked in corporate America for way too long and now spends his days writing, gardening, and taking care of the home he shares with his partner of more than two decades.
He has a Master’s Degree and all the other accessories that go with a corporate job. But he is most proud of the stories he tells and the life he's built.
Dirk lives in Pennsylvania in a century old home and is blessed with an amazing circle of friends.
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August 15, 2018
I think Day, Knight and I are going to call it day on our relationship...because things just don't seem to be getting better between us...so peace out my friends...full review to follow soonish!
So at the end of it all...things went a little better this time around...
Ok, here we are at the end of book #2 and somethings worked better for me so let's take a look at them...
First off there's the overall story...the mystery/thriller/action all that stuff and this time around this part of the story was on the plus side of things for me. I liked the story premise...a lot! I'm a bit of an art geek so when story is based artworks like this one was it gets brownie points with me from the get go and then there was the whole issue of the race between Knight and Day vs the Russians which definitely had some good moments even...dare I say humorous ones...
like when Day told Knight they couldn't go around messing with the cars of every Russian they meet...ok, if you say so Day but personally I'm cool with it, especially when it seems like every Russian you meet is trying to kill you. I say go for it.
and then we have Knight. I'm still not sure that I can say I like him but I was happy to see a bit of growth with him and I liked the whole side story of him and the kid that he caught robbing his garage...it was sweet, but not overly and that's all I'm saying on that subject. Well that and the fact that this was a nice little side step from everything else that was happening and I liked getting to see Knight interact with someone other than Day or the 'bad guys'. While he still maintained his gruff demeanor, we also got to see a kinder more caring Knight than I had believed was there...I have hope!
As for Knight and Day's relationship well there was a bit of growth there as well. While Knight's still got a long way to go at least this time around we got to see a bit of introspection on his part...although the visit from the dead wife was something I so could have done without...but maybe that's just me.
Day has thankfully stood up for himself form the word go with Knight and I like that this continued in spite of the fact that he's willing to take care of Knight when he's needed, it didn't mean that he wouldn't stand up for himself whenever Knight decided to be a jerk! Day would call him on his douchy behavior, something that Knight desperately needed. But on the other side of this coin I have to admit that I found it hard to buy the attraction between these two because of how often they were at odds with each other...maybe, if this aspect of things could shift a bit so that the conflict between these two eases up a bit I'll find them to be more believable as a couple and maybe that's just me and I'm cool with that too. We all have our own personal preferences as to what does or doesn't work in a relationship and I can honestly think of more than one couple that have had pretty high levels of antagonism going on between them and still as a couple it's worked for me. This is such a subjective aspect and while Knight and Day aren't quite there for me as a couple at least this time around I started to feel like I could see the possibility.
Once again I was treated to the opportunity to enjoy the narrations of Andrew McFerrin and he did not disappoint in any way especially since having the same narrator in the second story as there was in the first one made it that much easier to become invested in the story.
Even more important than whether or not a narrator sounds how I think a character should sound is having the consistency of that character sounding the same from story to story. Something that adds believability and realism to the story for me as a listener.
So far there's one more book listed for this series, 'Dawn and Dusk' and I have to admit while I doubt I'll read the e-book if it gets released on audio and Andrew McFerrin's the narrator I may just give it a try.
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An audio book of 'Sun and Shadow' was graciously provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
So at the end of it all...things went a little better this time around...
Ok, here we are at the end of book #2 and somethings worked better for me so let's take a look at them...
First off there's the overall story...the mystery/thriller/action all that stuff and this time around this part of the story was on the plus side of things for me. I liked the story premise...a lot! I'm a bit of an art geek so when story is based artworks like this one was it gets brownie points with me from the get go and then there was the whole issue of the race between Knight and Day vs the Russians which definitely had some good moments even...dare I say humorous ones...
like when Day told Knight they couldn't go around messing with the cars of every Russian they meet...ok, if you say so Day but personally I'm cool with it, especially when it seems like every Russian you meet is trying to kill you. I say go for it.
and then we have Knight. I'm still not sure that I can say I like him but I was happy to see a bit of growth with him and I liked the whole side story of him and the kid that he caught robbing his garage...it was sweet, but not overly and that's all I'm saying on that subject. Well that and the fact that this was a nice little side step from everything else that was happening and I liked getting to see Knight interact with someone other than Day or the 'bad guys'. While he still maintained his gruff demeanor, we also got to see a kinder more caring Knight than I had believed was there...I have hope!
As for Knight and Day's relationship well there was a bit of growth there as well. While Knight's still got a long way to go at least this time around we got to see a bit of introspection on his part...although the visit from the dead wife was something I so could have done without...but maybe that's just me.
Day has thankfully stood up for himself form the word go with Knight and I like that this continued in spite of the fact that he's willing to take care of Knight when he's needed, it didn't mean that he wouldn't stand up for himself whenever Knight decided to be a jerk! Day would call him on his douchy behavior, something that Knight desperately needed. But on the other side of this coin I have to admit that I found it hard to buy the attraction between these two because of how often they were at odds with each other...maybe, if this aspect of things could shift a bit so that the conflict between these two eases up a bit I'll find them to be more believable as a couple and maybe that's just me and I'm cool with that too. We all have our own personal preferences as to what does or doesn't work in a relationship and I can honestly think of more than one couple that have had pretty high levels of antagonism going on between them and still as a couple it's worked for me. This is such a subjective aspect and while Knight and Day aren't quite there for me as a couple at least this time around I started to feel like I could see the possibility.
Once again I was treated to the opportunity to enjoy the narrations of Andrew McFerrin and he did not disappoint in any way especially since having the same narrator in the second story as there was in the first one made it that much easier to become invested in the story.
Even more important than whether or not a narrator sounds how I think a character should sound is having the consistency of that character sounding the same from story to story. Something that adds believability and realism to the story for me as a listener.
So far there's one more book listed for this series, 'Dawn and Dusk' and I have to admit while I doubt I'll read the e-book if it gets released on audio and Andrew McFerrin's the narrator I may just give it a try.
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An audio book of 'Sun and Shadow' was graciously provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
May 5, 2016
In this second suspenseful and exciting novel in the ‘Day and Knight’ series, technical analyst Day and stoic former Marine Knight are back, and this time they are trying to solve a decades-old mystery around artwork lost since WWII. The mystery around the vanished paintings is complicated, the Russians trying to score points with the ex-Eastern block states are far too close to the truth, and to make everything worse, there is a leak in Day and Knight's agency that causes them to be thwarted at every turn. The relationship Day thought they had tentatively started in Mexico seems to be off again while they’re in the office, but is back on as soon as they return to the field. It drives Day up the wall and makes Knight grit his teeth against feelings he wishes he didn’t have to deal with. This is another intense story with twists and turns that made me dizzy and enough heat to make me reach for a cold drink. But best of all, as far as I am concerned, both Day and Knight can now see that they do very well as work partners and are beginning to admit they may be good for each other in their personal lives as well. Will wonders never cease?
Day has come a long way from “just” being a technical analyst. He is still very good at that part of his job, but after Mexico, he is finally beginning to get the recognition he wants for his ability to work in the field as well. Even Knight has to admit he is a good partner, what with all the tracking and solving pieces of the puzzle Day does as they race against the Russians, and that is saying something. The part Day struggles with is Knight's reluctance to get involved. He can understand Knight's reluctance to let go of his love for his deceased wife and son, but after two years, he thinks Knight should begin to let go. Sharing some intimate moments while in the field, only to fear facing the cold shoulder again once it’s over, is no way to live. Day being Day, he is not afraid to poke the bear, so to speak, and make Knight realize what he’s doing.
Knight is extremely uncomfortable around Day but doesn’t want to admit it’s because of the feelings Day makes him have. Knight is not willing to face them, thinks he is not entitled to any happiness, and still feels like a traitor every time he “forgets” his dead wife and son. At the same time he realizes that two years of watching the world from the bottom of a bottle is no way to live, so something will have to give. Add this to all the pressure of discovering where the lost paintings have been hidden, evading the Russian agents who are after them, and keeping Day safe, and I was amazed Knight held up as well as he did. In the end, it comes down to having the courage to face the truth, and since Knight is a Marine and not afraid of anything – or so he tells himself – there is hope for him.
If you like stories about men who are trying to avoid admitting they have feelings for each other, if you believe fieldwork and stress bring out the best in them, and if you’re looking for a suspenseful mystery around lost art and international politics, then you will probably like this novel as much as I did. Bring on the next story, Dirk Greyson!
NOTE: This book was provided by Dreamspinner Press for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
Day has come a long way from “just” being a technical analyst. He is still very good at that part of his job, but after Mexico, he is finally beginning to get the recognition he wants for his ability to work in the field as well. Even Knight has to admit he is a good partner, what with all the tracking and solving pieces of the puzzle Day does as they race against the Russians, and that is saying something. The part Day struggles with is Knight's reluctance to get involved. He can understand Knight's reluctance to let go of his love for his deceased wife and son, but after two years, he thinks Knight should begin to let go. Sharing some intimate moments while in the field, only to fear facing the cold shoulder again once it’s over, is no way to live. Day being Day, he is not afraid to poke the bear, so to speak, and make Knight realize what he’s doing.
Knight is extremely uncomfortable around Day but doesn’t want to admit it’s because of the feelings Day makes him have. Knight is not willing to face them, thinks he is not entitled to any happiness, and still feels like a traitor every time he “forgets” his dead wife and son. At the same time he realizes that two years of watching the world from the bottom of a bottle is no way to live, so something will have to give. Add this to all the pressure of discovering where the lost paintings have been hidden, evading the Russian agents who are after them, and keeping Day safe, and I was amazed Knight held up as well as he did. In the end, it comes down to having the courage to face the truth, and since Knight is a Marine and not afraid of anything – or so he tells himself – there is hope for him.
If you like stories about men who are trying to avoid admitting they have feelings for each other, if you believe fieldwork and stress bring out the best in them, and if you’re looking for a suspenseful mystery around lost art and international politics, then you will probably like this novel as much as I did. Bring on the next story, Dirk Greyson!
NOTE: This book was provided by Dreamspinner Press for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
November 9, 2015
I’d nearly forgotten how much I love Knight’s acerbic self and how well Day handles him. Day and Knight are true to form again in this wonderful, at times gritty and fast paced, and always yum story. I loved when stories bring in real worlds things like the tie into the real art theft of the WWII Nazi’s and the art destruction they brought. The fact art is still turning up and *fingers crossed* will continue to do so.
Watching as Knight tries his damnedest to continue down his self-inflicted spiral of pain and self-denial is hard, just as in the first, but no, it’s not a rehash, don’t worry. It’s all logical and very real. Very painful for Knight, and for Day as well. I hurt for them both as I turned the pages for so many reasons but loved every minute of it.
As for the mystery… now that was fun! I love reading books like this. Love finding the clues and putting it all together, finding the goods, and saving the day (especially if we get to show up the ‘bad guys’ while we’re at it… lol). And yes, I’m certain there’s going to be more from Day and Knight as we as still left with more clues on the path of the mystery of who killed (ultimately) Knights family. I can’t wait!
If you love love, you know this is for you, even though the happy isn’t exactly traditional, lol. But the story is sweet, hot, powerful, and one of overcoming and coming to terms, of reality and realism. Don’t miss this one! Period. It’s a fun yet powerful read for any that enjoy a little adrenaline and mystery ;)
Watching as Knight tries his damnedest to continue down his self-inflicted spiral of pain and self-denial is hard, just as in the first, but no, it’s not a rehash, don’t worry. It’s all logical and very real. Very painful for Knight, and for Day as well. I hurt for them both as I turned the pages for so many reasons but loved every minute of it.
As for the mystery… now that was fun! I love reading books like this. Love finding the clues and putting it all together, finding the goods, and saving the day (especially if we get to show up the ‘bad guys’ while we’re at it… lol). And yes, I’m certain there’s going to be more from Day and Knight as we as still left with more clues on the path of the mystery of who killed (ultimately) Knights family. I can’t wait!
If you love love, you know this is for you, even though the happy isn’t exactly traditional, lol. But the story is sweet, hot, powerful, and one of overcoming and coming to terms, of reality and realism. Don’t miss this one! Period. It’s a fun yet powerful read for any that enjoy a little adrenaline and mystery ;)
January 28, 2016
Wow! I really loved this books. It's even better than the first one of this series. Can't wait to read more
January 18, 2018
I'm really liking this series.Knight & Day are 2 characters that everyone can relate to and the story is wonderful!
November 16, 2015
4.5 star review by The Blogger Girls.
It doesn’t take long to be reminded of the things I loved from the previous book. Day is still recovering, and it seems Knight has kept his distance since they returned from the mission. It doesn’t last too long though when they are paired up once again on another mission. If nothing else, they both agree they make good partners.
It also doesn’t take long for their chemistry to bring their feelings right back to the level they were on the cruise. This time, they are trying to track down some stolen art that they need to find before the Russians find it. Going on the written confession of an old salt miner who claimed he hid important pieces of art rather than destroy them when Hitler gave the order. So, they are on an adventure of sorts, tracking down clues to the possible location of the missing art. Unfortunately, the Russians are on the same mission, hoping to use it as a tool in their relations with Poland.
At first, this mission seemed a little far fetched and hard to believe it garnered enough importance to require these guys to be involved. But, it doesn’t take long for it to become more clear, exciting and quite interesting and something I ended up really enjoying about this story. Back to the guys though. They really do make quite a good pair. Knight is still wishy washy over his feelings for Day, mostly due to his continued guilt over the loss of his family. He pulls Day in, then pushes him away. But, Day continues to all him out on things and doesn’t let him get away with anything, forcing him to be clear about his feelings. Again, I loved the way Day handled Knight through his various moods and issues. Through it all, they had each other’s backs when it mattered.
This story moved along at a consistent pace throughout, whether the guys were holed up somewhere or on the run. They have great dialog, are funny and sexy, and I really enjoy watching them together. I’m definitely a fan and look forward to seeing the next phase of their relationship and what the next mission brings.
May 12, 2016
Back on the job with a shoulder injury, Day eases back into his job, while Knight is being his usual asshole self. Knight’s feelings are all over the place, and he has trouble getting a handle on things. He knows exactly what he wants’, but the marine has a problem with taking more than willpower into consideration.
Things have definitely evolved between them, and the assholeness is now a somewhat common skill as the new partners are rushed into a mission in Europe to find an asset needed to spoil a political agenda which goes against the States wishes. Day’s intellect and Knight’s cool approach turns out to be a good combination, but forces wish to see them fail. Even old ghosts threaten to throw a wrench in not only their mission but their rocky romance.
I guess letting oneself inspire by contemporary political agendas makes for a difficult story to write. If the reader either doesn’t agree or don’t have the background to see eye to eye it can quickly become a read where one either just goes along for the ride or find oneself irritated by American ignorance and delusions of grandeur in their self-proclaimed job as Big Brother and watcher of the world.
Not knowing of political agendas remotely close to what is being described in the book, and thus not able to follow that train of thought, I let it go and just enjoyed the teamwork, Day and Knight’s evolving feelings for one another, and yet another installment of well paced action and romance. These sides are strong enough to overshadow the latter, so if you’re not a fan of politics, don’t fret—the story can be enjoyed anyway.
Politics aside, I thoroughly enjoy following this partnership, and the series is on the list of “pre-order to be the first to read” books.
Things have definitely evolved between them, and the assholeness is now a somewhat common skill as the new partners are rushed into a mission in Europe to find an asset needed to spoil a political agenda which goes against the States wishes. Day’s intellect and Knight’s cool approach turns out to be a good combination, but forces wish to see them fail. Even old ghosts threaten to throw a wrench in not only their mission but their rocky romance.
I guess letting oneself inspire by contemporary political agendas makes for a difficult story to write. If the reader either doesn’t agree or don’t have the background to see eye to eye it can quickly become a read where one either just goes along for the ride or find oneself irritated by American ignorance and delusions of grandeur in their self-proclaimed job as Big Brother and watcher of the world.
Not knowing of political agendas remotely close to what is being described in the book, and thus not able to follow that train of thought, I let it go and just enjoyed the teamwork, Day and Knight’s evolving feelings for one another, and yet another installment of well paced action and romance. These sides are strong enough to overshadow the latter, so if you’re not a fan of politics, don’t fret—the story can be enjoyed anyway.
Politics aside, I thoroughly enjoy following this partnership, and the series is on the list of “pre-order to be the first to read” books.
December 1, 2015
In the second Knight and Day story, Knight and Day find themselves running around Europe in search of art stolen by the Nazis. Chased by evil Russian agents while recovering from a series of unfortunate injuries, this is an exciting, fast paced story.
In the second book of the series, the story is original, even if the characters aren’t. It seems odd that Andrew Grey, creator of so many wonderful m/m pairings, has lifted Knighton and Day so casually from Abigail Roux’s Ty and Zane. In doing so, he hasn’t afforded his leads the depth of character we get from either Ty and Zane or most of Grey’s own characters. I’m a little puzzled and a little disappointed.
I love the way that recent political events have allowed writers to revive old Cold War plots - the Russians have always made great baddies and now they’re back with a host of shady Eastern European allies. Greyson adds excitement with corrupt mole(s) 24 style back in the US, leaving Knight and Day reliant on their own skills in the field.
Dirk Greyson isn’t John LeCarre, Robert Ludlum or even Ian Flemming. Readers need to check any sense of reality at the door and enjoy Knight and Day’s antics as a fun caper. The mystery itself was vaguely plausible and fun to follow.
I keep feeling like I should enjoy this series more than I do, but the concept feels tired and I’m not entirely drawn to the two leading men. This is a fun, easy read.
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review for Inked Rainbow Reviews.
In the second book of the series, the story is original, even if the characters aren’t. It seems odd that Andrew Grey, creator of so many wonderful m/m pairings, has lifted Knighton and Day so casually from Abigail Roux’s Ty and Zane. In doing so, he hasn’t afforded his leads the depth of character we get from either Ty and Zane or most of Grey’s own characters. I’m a little puzzled and a little disappointed.
I love the way that recent political events have allowed writers to revive old Cold War plots - the Russians have always made great baddies and now they’re back with a host of shady Eastern European allies. Greyson adds excitement with corrupt mole(s) 24 style back in the US, leaving Knight and Day reliant on their own skills in the field.
Dirk Greyson isn’t John LeCarre, Robert Ludlum or even Ian Flemming. Readers need to check any sense of reality at the door and enjoy Knight and Day’s antics as a fun caper. The mystery itself was vaguely plausible and fun to follow.
I keep feeling like I should enjoy this series more than I do, but the concept feels tired and I’m not entirely drawn to the two leading men. This is a fun, easy read.
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review for Inked Rainbow Reviews.
November 16, 2015
Tugs of War
In my review of the first book in this series (which you must read first), I noted that author Greyson (aka Andrew Grey) created two men who are probably the most logical successors to Abigail Roux' Ty and Zane and Neil Plakcy's Liam and Aidan. I breathed a major sigh of relief after a couple of chapters of this sequel because my judgment was, IMHO, absolutely correct, but with one little nuance:
Unlike those other two couples, Knighton and Dayton are still recovering from life-altering tragedies that psychologically block their unrequited need for love and fidelity. And while the plot of this one is clever and filled with wild and sometimes hairy adventure, it is the love story that dare not speak its name--more than justified in its physical manifestations--which grabs and keep you rooting for this very special couple.
But Greyson in all his aka's has always specialized in unlikely lovers. These two are way out there in so many opposite ways that at first it seems unlikely that those two handsome men on the cover will make it around the bases--and you are still not quite sure if they've actually begun to round third until the very end. By then you will be hoping for a sequel to see if they manage to score, or are thrown out at the plate.
But I will bet that like I did, you will start and finish this book in one sitting. It's that good.
In my review of the first book in this series (which you must read first), I noted that author Greyson (aka Andrew Grey) created two men who are probably the most logical successors to Abigail Roux' Ty and Zane and Neil Plakcy's Liam and Aidan. I breathed a major sigh of relief after a couple of chapters of this sequel because my judgment was, IMHO, absolutely correct, but with one little nuance:
Unlike those other two couples, Knighton and Dayton are still recovering from life-altering tragedies that psychologically block their unrequited need for love and fidelity. And while the plot of this one is clever and filled with wild and sometimes hairy adventure, it is the love story that dare not speak its name--more than justified in its physical manifestations--which grabs and keep you rooting for this very special couple.
But Greyson in all his aka's has always specialized in unlikely lovers. These two are way out there in so many opposite ways that at first it seems unlikely that those two handsome men on the cover will make it around the bases--and you are still not quite sure if they've actually begun to round third until the very end. By then you will be hoping for a sequel to see if they manage to score, or are thrown out at the plate.
But I will bet that like I did, you will start and finish this book in one sitting. It's that good.
December 27, 2015
Sun and Shadow by Dirk Greyson. Book 2
5 stars
I received this book from Inked Rainbow Reads in exchange for an honest review.
2nd book in the series and I love Day and Knight as a couple. Their bickering makes the whole book that much more fun to read.
It was another nice suspenseful mystery that sent the pair traveling to find lost paintings. Knight continues to fight his feelings for Day which irritates Day and always makes for good reading.
Looking forward to reading more in this series and hopefully one of these books Knight can finally feel comfortable with Day.
January 3, 2016
Another winner from Dirk Greyson. I loved the mystery and suspense in this book, but what I love the most was the connection between Day and Knight. Once again we got them involved in high power mystery. In this book they had to contend with a leak in Scorpion’s ranks. Again I did found this story to be a HFN which is a complete turnaround for an author whose previous books always had a HEA. I look forward to more stories about Day and Knight and continue to hope they manage a HEA.
I was given this book by Inked Rainbow Reads in exchange for an honest review.
I was given this book by Inked Rainbow Reads in exchange for an honest review.
February 25, 2017
This is book 2 in the series involving Dayton "Day" Ingram and Orville "Knight" Knighton. It is written by Andrew Grey under one of his many pen names.
In the first novel, which took place immediately before this book, Day and Knight were on their first field mission together. Although the mission was a success, the romance that started on the mission between Day and Knight is left sputtering. This book picks up with Day and Knight's return to their desk jobs at Scorpion, a quasi-government agency, waiting for another opportunity to get out in the field.
Day is given the job of locating some rare artwork that the Nazis had seized prior to World War II. His apparent goal is to beat the Russians to finding the lost artwork. It is assumed that, if the Russians find the artwork, they will return it to the host countries with strings attached to the return. The Chief of Scorpion assigns Knight to assist Day in this project. Of course, this generates a manufactured conflict between Day and Knight since Knight wants to forget everything that occurred between the two men in the first novel.
This book suffers from the same problems as the first book. It falls flat in the beginning of the book and it is quite a tough haul to try and continue the book after the first 50 pages. That is a major flaw in the book. After 1.5 novels with these characters, we shouldn't be dealing with the same bad plot and story line issues that are presented in sophomore novels by unknown authors. After all, this was written by Andrew Grey, and he should know how to get a two character piece moving faster than the speed of a turtle.
The two main characters travel all over Germany and Austria searching for the missing artwork in abandoned salt mines with the Russians on their tails most of the time. When they are traveling through Europe on assignment, of course, their romance again blossoms. (After all, what would an Andrew Grey novel be without a sex scene every 25-30 pages. I hate the formula writing!!!!). This time, however, it appears that both of our main characters have deeper feelings for the other, and the reader is hopeful that there can be a possible happily ever after at the end of the story.
When reading this book, there appears to be a lot of character exposition about their main characters' earlier lives. But, this exposition is in very strange places in the novel. The author forces and wedges the backstory into the book to make it seem like it will have some importance. Well, it is mostly surplusage, and it appears that it is just formulaic padding to the book to get it to reach 200 pages so the book could be sold at a novel price instead of the cheaper novella rate.
In the middle of a scene about one particular topic, each of the main characters starts a monologue about his prior life before becoming a Scorpion agent. Knight's prior life with his wife and child (who were killed by some bad guys long ago), and Day's prior life with his parents who were killed in an accident and then raised by his older brother. Again, these back stories are in very strange locations in the novel -- one portion of Day's back story takes place in a bathroom when Day decides that it is imperative that he uses an untraceable computer communications device to come out as a gay man to his brother while the two main characters are being tracked by the evil Russians who are trying to kill them. It is simply a stupid scene that is so out of place in this story that I am shocked that Andrew Grey wrote it.
But now . . . Back to the search for the artwork . . . It seems that there is a double agent in Scorpion who is disclosing everything to the Russians as it is happening. There is about 75 pages of cat and mouse searching for the art, and then Day and Knight find the mine where they think the paintings are hidden. They find some paintings in an Austrian mine, and then haul ass to avoid the Russians who are again on their tail. This time, however, Knight gets shot in the hip while fleeing from the Russians, and he doesn't say anything about it until more than an hour or so later when they are crossing the German border.
Day calls his chief at Scorpion who arranges for a doctor to be at a hotel in Germany to render medical care to Knight. He gets the bullet out, and then leaves our two main characters in the hotel room so Knight can get stronger from all of the blood loss. While recovering, the main characters remember that the canvases they recovered are not made by masters, but they are nice landscape pictures. They remember seeing the same photos on the wall of a home of someone who knew something about the paintings that were stolen by the Nazis. (Hmmmm, does it take any reach stretch of the imagination to understand that the original masterpieces were overpainted with these simple landscapes. Once the overpainting is removed, voila, the masters' painting are revealed!). And, yes, that is what occurred. Our two main characters rush the most precious Polish painting to the Polish consulate in Munich with the Russians still on their tails. But, of course, the Americans save the day and deliver the painting.
The two main characters return to their Scorpion offices, and they agree to continue dating (or at least that is what seems to happen.
Other than the chase scenes which are fairly interesting, this book is routine Andrew Grey fare. There are no surprises in the book, and for those who read a lot of Andrew Grey's books, you really only need to read about half of the text to know every twist and turn that will occur in the plot. I suppose that I will try to read the third book in this series, although I am losing interest in these characters and their one dimensional story lines. I give this book two stars.
In the first novel, which took place immediately before this book, Day and Knight were on their first field mission together. Although the mission was a success, the romance that started on the mission between Day and Knight is left sputtering. This book picks up with Day and Knight's return to their desk jobs at Scorpion, a quasi-government agency, waiting for another opportunity to get out in the field.
Day is given the job of locating some rare artwork that the Nazis had seized prior to World War II. His apparent goal is to beat the Russians to finding the lost artwork. It is assumed that, if the Russians find the artwork, they will return it to the host countries with strings attached to the return. The Chief of Scorpion assigns Knight to assist Day in this project. Of course, this generates a manufactured conflict between Day and Knight since Knight wants to forget everything that occurred between the two men in the first novel.
This book suffers from the same problems as the first book. It falls flat in the beginning of the book and it is quite a tough haul to try and continue the book after the first 50 pages. That is a major flaw in the book. After 1.5 novels with these characters, we shouldn't be dealing with the same bad plot and story line issues that are presented in sophomore novels by unknown authors. After all, this was written by Andrew Grey, and he should know how to get a two character piece moving faster than the speed of a turtle.
The two main characters travel all over Germany and Austria searching for the missing artwork in abandoned salt mines with the Russians on their tails most of the time. When they are traveling through Europe on assignment, of course, their romance again blossoms. (After all, what would an Andrew Grey novel be without a sex scene every 25-30 pages. I hate the formula writing!!!!). This time, however, it appears that both of our main characters have deeper feelings for the other, and the reader is hopeful that there can be a possible happily ever after at the end of the story.
When reading this book, there appears to be a lot of character exposition about their main characters' earlier lives. But, this exposition is in very strange places in the novel. The author forces and wedges the backstory into the book to make it seem like it will have some importance. Well, it is mostly surplusage, and it appears that it is just formulaic padding to the book to get it to reach 200 pages so the book could be sold at a novel price instead of the cheaper novella rate.
In the middle of a scene about one particular topic, each of the main characters starts a monologue about his prior life before becoming a Scorpion agent. Knight's prior life with his wife and child (who were killed by some bad guys long ago), and Day's prior life with his parents who were killed in an accident and then raised by his older brother. Again, these back stories are in very strange locations in the novel -- one portion of Day's back story takes place in a bathroom when Day decides that it is imperative that he uses an untraceable computer communications device to come out as a gay man to his brother while the two main characters are being tracked by the evil Russians who are trying to kill them. It is simply a stupid scene that is so out of place in this story that I am shocked that Andrew Grey wrote it.
But now . . . Back to the search for the artwork . . . It seems that there is a double agent in Scorpion who is disclosing everything to the Russians as it is happening. There is about 75 pages of cat and mouse searching for the art, and then Day and Knight find the mine where they think the paintings are hidden. They find some paintings in an Austrian mine, and then haul ass to avoid the Russians who are again on their tail. This time, however, Knight gets shot in the hip while fleeing from the Russians, and he doesn't say anything about it until more than an hour or so later when they are crossing the German border.
Day calls his chief at Scorpion who arranges for a doctor to be at a hotel in Germany to render medical care to Knight. He gets the bullet out, and then leaves our two main characters in the hotel room so Knight can get stronger from all of the blood loss. While recovering, the main characters remember that the canvases they recovered are not made by masters, but they are nice landscape pictures. They remember seeing the same photos on the wall of a home of someone who knew something about the paintings that were stolen by the Nazis. (Hmmmm, does it take any reach stretch of the imagination to understand that the original masterpieces were overpainted with these simple landscapes. Once the overpainting is removed, voila, the masters' painting are revealed!). And, yes, that is what occurred. Our two main characters rush the most precious Polish painting to the Polish consulate in Munich with the Russians still on their tails. But, of course, the Americans save the day and deliver the painting.
The two main characters return to their Scorpion offices, and they agree to continue dating (or at least that is what seems to happen.
Other than the chase scenes which are fairly interesting, this book is routine Andrew Grey fare. There are no surprises in the book, and for those who read a lot of Andrew Grey's books, you really only need to read about half of the text to know every twist and turn that will occur in the plot. I suppose that I will try to read the third book in this series, although I am losing interest in these characters and their one dimensional story lines. I give this book two stars.
August 15, 2018
Audio review
Sun and Shadow is book 2 of the Day and Kight series. I love this cover because I feel I can see day and Knight and visualize them as I listen. There is plenty of backstories so its possible you could read this asThis is the second book in the Day and Knight series. It was even better than the first. Day is gay. He doesn't advertise it but doesn't exactly hide in the closet. Knight has been married and lost his son and wife two years prior (read book one for more of this) He has been hiding in a bottle burying his sorrow until he was sent on a job with the young detective Day. This book picks up sort of where the last left off with Knight back to his wallowing. He is on a walk and comes home to two young boys robbing him. One he sends on his way after a scare but the other he sees potential and keeps him and puts him on his own type of community service working for him, doing odd jobs around the house and he pays him. This showed a bit of a different side fo night... more caring compassionate side.
Day is recovering from a shot in the shoulder. He is cleared for light duty but afraid his chances for field work are over. Knight comes to his rescue and the two of them once again go out on a job. This time it is to uncover some hidden paintings that could be real national treasures, and keeping the Russians from getting them first.
I love the mystery in these stories. It keeps twisting and turning. There is lots of action, drama, and suspense, with car chases, shootings, and all that good stuff as well a the hot sex between the two men as they develop more feelings.
I really loved Andrew McFerrin's narration. he gives each man enough voice you can easily follow the dialog. he adds the emotion and the pace is fantastic. He seeds up on the dramatic chases and slows down on the sexy times making the story evermore exciting. I sure hope there is another soon! a standalone, but I suggest you read them in order.
Sun and Shadow is book 2 of the Day and Kight series. I love this cover because I feel I can see day and Knight and visualize them as I listen. There is plenty of backstories so its possible you could read this asThis is the second book in the Day and Knight series. It was even better than the first. Day is gay. He doesn't advertise it but doesn't exactly hide in the closet. Knight has been married and lost his son and wife two years prior (read book one for more of this) He has been hiding in a bottle burying his sorrow until he was sent on a job with the young detective Day. This book picks up sort of where the last left off with Knight back to his wallowing. He is on a walk and comes home to two young boys robbing him. One he sends on his way after a scare but the other he sees potential and keeps him and puts him on his own type of community service working for him, doing odd jobs around the house and he pays him. This showed a bit of a different side fo night... more caring compassionate side.
Day is recovering from a shot in the shoulder. He is cleared for light duty but afraid his chances for field work are over. Knight comes to his rescue and the two of them once again go out on a job. This time it is to uncover some hidden paintings that could be real national treasures, and keeping the Russians from getting them first.
I love the mystery in these stories. It keeps twisting and turning. There is lots of action, drama, and suspense, with car chases, shootings, and all that good stuff as well a the hot sex between the two men as they develop more feelings.
I really loved Andrew McFerrin's narration. he gives each man enough voice you can easily follow the dialog. he adds the emotion and the pace is fantastic. He seeds up on the dramatic chases and slows down on the sexy times making the story evermore exciting. I sure hope there is another soon! a standalone, but I suggest you read them in order.
June 4, 2017
Dayton “Day” Ingram is still recovering from an injury incurred while in Mexico on assignment with Knight, another Scorpion agent. While in Mexico, the two became close but Knight wants to forget anything that happened between them and return to his less than full, satisfying life.
When Day returns to work, he discovers a clue to the location of a masterpiece hidden since World War II. The Russians are also seeking it and have already begun their search. Day and Knight finds themselves teamed up again and tasked with finding the painting before the Russians can. Traveling through Germany and Austria with enemy agents hot on their trail, Day and Knight must turn to each other for trust and help. If they can stay alive long enough, they might find more than the painting.
These two are fun to read. They fight and yet they are the first to come to each other’s defense. Knight is having a tough time giving up on the memory of his wife and son. He is not sure he can move on. Day tries to help him come to grips with his feelings but it is a case of several steps forward and several backward. The two do need their wits about them, though, if they are to survive. The agents after them have no problem using as much force as necessary to stop them.
Sun and Shadow is an amazing story. It is perfect for those of us who enjoy suspense, dangerous circumstances, clever analyses and some hot loving thrown in. Knight and Day have great chemistry and will keep us reading late into the night to find out what happens next. Sun and Shadow is one you will be happy you picked up. Then find the next book in the series.
When Day returns to work, he discovers a clue to the location of a masterpiece hidden since World War II. The Russians are also seeking it and have already begun their search. Day and Knight finds themselves teamed up again and tasked with finding the painting before the Russians can. Traveling through Germany and Austria with enemy agents hot on their trail, Day and Knight must turn to each other for trust and help. If they can stay alive long enough, they might find more than the painting.
These two are fun to read. They fight and yet they are the first to come to each other’s defense. Knight is having a tough time giving up on the memory of his wife and son. He is not sure he can move on. Day tries to help him come to grips with his feelings but it is a case of several steps forward and several backward. The two do need their wits about them, though, if they are to survive. The agents after them have no problem using as much force as necessary to stop them.
Sun and Shadow is an amazing story. It is perfect for those of us who enjoy suspense, dangerous circumstances, clever analyses and some hot loving thrown in. Knight and Day have great chemistry and will keep us reading late into the night to find out what happens next. Sun and Shadow is one you will be happy you picked up. Then find the next book in the series.
April 8, 2018
Knight still has all this pain from the loss of his family and refused to allow Day to get close once they are back from their first mission together.
If anything Day gets Knight to thinking about letting things go and allow himself to be happy. I love these to MC's and they work well together as partners and definiately as lovers when they head over seas to begin their next mission.
I'm excited to start the next book in the series now that Knight has agreed to see where their relationship ends up.
If anything Day gets Knight to thinking about letting things go and allow himself to be happy. I love these to MC's and they work well together as partners and definiately as lovers when they head over seas to begin their next mission.
I'm excited to start the next book in the series now that Knight has agreed to see where their relationship ends up.
August 24, 2018
A Scattered Thoughts and Rogue Words Review
Rating: 4.5 stars out of 5
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From that review: " As once again exquisitely narrated by Andrew McFerrin, Sun and Shadow by Dirk Greyson picks up the story of the partnership of Scorpion agents Dayton “Day” Ingram and Knighton "Knight" after their first meeting and mission in Mexico. For me, it's here that the series and chemistry really starts to gell between Day and Knight (the name of the series as well)."
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Rating: 4.5 stars out of 5
For the full rating: https://wp.me/p220KL-etL
From that review: " As once again exquisitely narrated by Andrew McFerrin, Sun and Shadow by Dirk Greyson picks up the story of the partnership of Scorpion agents Dayton “Day” Ingram and Knighton "Knight" after their first meeting and mission in Mexico. For me, it's here that the series and chemistry really starts to gell between Day and Knight (the name of the series as well)."
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August 2, 2018
Audio Review to come
August 6, 2019
I liked the plotting in this one better, but it's still a road trip, so not my favorite. Occasionally, in both the books, there is language that's a little... off to me.
September 29, 2022
Day and Knight.
MM.
Love the way these guys go from circling each other to having each others backs.
Enjoyable read.
MM.
Love the way these guys go from circling each other to having each others backs.
Enjoyable read.
November 9, 2015
Day’s intention with his first mission as a Scorpion agent was to prove he was more than just a desk jockey, that he could hold his own as a field agent. While he accomplished his goal his reward was a gunshot wound and a broken heart. Knight tries to shoulder all the blame for Day being shot, just like he shoulders the blame for his wife and sons death. Between the guilt that is slowly eating away at Knight’s soul and his fear of loving anyone ever again, he pushes Day away.
The chemistry these two share is volatile and commanding, hard to ignore, especially when they wind up in close quarters again on their next mission. Knight continues to try and balance his attraction and growing feelings for Day all while pulling him close, then pushing him away. If they survive this mission that has them trying to outrun the bad guys in a foreign country where one of them barely speaks the language, can they survive their own game of emotional tug of war?
Knight pushed the limits of likeability in this story with me. I could completely understand his hesitancy to love someone else, almost like he feared he would forget his family, or he couldn’t carry the memory of that love and love for Day around at the same time. None the less, the push and pull was excruciating. I wasn’t as intrigued with the mystery or the mission itself in this story either; I was more interested in the crazy game of cat and mouse that Day and Knight were playing with their shadows. There was a role reversal toward the end of the story as well with Day becoming the strength for Knight that I quite enjoyed. It showed a true vulnerability and put the two of them on a more level playing field.
This book is emotional, intense, suspenseful and full of angst. I had to cross a few speed bumps but overall I really liked the way the story progressed and the level of intimacy Day and Knight share by the end. Now that Knight has pulled his head out and gotten an answer to a question that he had been searching for, I’m very excited to see where these two wind up in the next book. I would still recommend this book, especially to readers that like a good mystery, just be sure to read the first book in the series prior to this one or the mechanics of the relationship between Day and Knight won’t make sense.
* I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review through http://mmgoodbookreviews.wordpress.com *
The chemistry these two share is volatile and commanding, hard to ignore, especially when they wind up in close quarters again on their next mission. Knight continues to try and balance his attraction and growing feelings for Day all while pulling him close, then pushing him away. If they survive this mission that has them trying to outrun the bad guys in a foreign country where one of them barely speaks the language, can they survive their own game of emotional tug of war?
Knight pushed the limits of likeability in this story with me. I could completely understand his hesitancy to love someone else, almost like he feared he would forget his family, or he couldn’t carry the memory of that love and love for Day around at the same time. None the less, the push and pull was excruciating. I wasn’t as intrigued with the mystery or the mission itself in this story either; I was more interested in the crazy game of cat and mouse that Day and Knight were playing with their shadows. There was a role reversal toward the end of the story as well with Day becoming the strength for Knight that I quite enjoyed. It showed a true vulnerability and put the two of them on a more level playing field.
This book is emotional, intense, suspenseful and full of angst. I had to cross a few speed bumps but overall I really liked the way the story progressed and the level of intimacy Day and Knight share by the end. Now that Knight has pulled his head out and gotten an answer to a question that he had been searching for, I’m very excited to see where these two wind up in the next book. I would still recommend this book, especially to readers that like a good mystery, just be sure to read the first book in the series prior to this one or the mechanics of the relationship between Day and Knight won’t make sense.
* I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review through http://mmgoodbookreviews.wordpress.com *
May 2, 2016
Dirk Greyson keeps the mystery and adventure going in this book and the second book in the Day and Knight series.
These two agents seem to attract every possible dangerous senerio possible. What starts out as a game of find that treasure turns dangerous very quickly for the two of these men. And the adventures they have to take in order to unravel the mystery as to where their treasure is seems to be never ending. From the moment they receive the assignment it is as if they are only one step ahead of the bad guys and sometimes only a half a step ahead which makes for an extremely dangerous situation that could explode at any given second.
Knight has also pulled away from Day in the beginning of this book not ready to move on from the past. I think a lot of his problem is that he is scared that since his family was murdered and he barely made it through that, that if he gets too close to Day and he allows himself to fall in love with him that if something happens to Day then Knight may not be able to recover from it. I also think Day being shot in book 1 is what set these wheels in motion. I think him seeing Day being shot scared him at how close he came to losing him and it made him shut down.
Day is not giving up on Knoght though. I believe that Day is worried about being played by Knight because Knight keeps opening up on to shut him out again. It is very much a game of cat and mouse where Knights emotions are concerned. And I think that Day knows if the two ever do commit to being together that they will be an unstoppable team in a relationship and as partners on the job both. The thing is, will he ever be able to make Knight see it that way also.
This book is very much like book 2 as far as never knowing what is coming these two men's way where danger in concerned. They do not know who to trust because there is a mole in the organization that is leaking all their Intel. Also this book holds a huge mystery that is not unraveled until the end. Also this book gives more information on what happened the night that Knights family was murdered. I cannot wait to read the next book in this series to see if that mystery will finally be solved and if Knight and Day will finally end up on the same page for once.
Another great book by Dirk.
Was given this book for free by inked rainbow reads for an honest review
These two agents seem to attract every possible dangerous senerio possible. What starts out as a game of find that treasure turns dangerous very quickly for the two of these men. And the adventures they have to take in order to unravel the mystery as to where their treasure is seems to be never ending. From the moment they receive the assignment it is as if they are only one step ahead of the bad guys and sometimes only a half a step ahead which makes for an extremely dangerous situation that could explode at any given second.
Knight has also pulled away from Day in the beginning of this book not ready to move on from the past. I think a lot of his problem is that he is scared that since his family was murdered and he barely made it through that, that if he gets too close to Day and he allows himself to fall in love with him that if something happens to Day then Knight may not be able to recover from it. I also think Day being shot in book 1 is what set these wheels in motion. I think him seeing Day being shot scared him at how close he came to losing him and it made him shut down.
Day is not giving up on Knoght though. I believe that Day is worried about being played by Knight because Knight keeps opening up on to shut him out again. It is very much a game of cat and mouse where Knights emotions are concerned. And I think that Day knows if the two ever do commit to being together that they will be an unstoppable team in a relationship and as partners on the job both. The thing is, will he ever be able to make Knight see it that way also.
This book is very much like book 2 as far as never knowing what is coming these two men's way where danger in concerned. They do not know who to trust because there is a mole in the organization that is leaking all their Intel. Also this book holds a huge mystery that is not unraveled until the end. Also this book gives more information on what happened the night that Knights family was murdered. I cannot wait to read the next book in this series to see if that mystery will finally be solved and if Knight and Day will finally end up on the same page for once.
Another great book by Dirk.
Was given this book for free by inked rainbow reads for an honest review
November 25, 2015
(Originally reviewed for Love Bytes Same Sex Book Reviews. 4.5 out of 5.0 stars)
I’m always nervous when I pick up the second book in a series that I really like book one in. Will it live up to the memory of the first book? Well the answer in this case is it actually surpassed the memory of the first book in my opinion.
In Sun and Shadow, Mr. Greyson brings us back to his characters that we came to know in Day and Knight. It is shortly after the guys have returned from their last mission on the cruise ship where Day was shot, and he is still recovering from that injury.
A mystery, seventy-five years in the making will soon pull him in, and he will be thrown back together with Knight. During World War II, the Nazis seized much of the artwork in Europe. This book brings us into the story of one man’s attempt to hide art work before it was burned in Hitler’s Nero Decree. Although Mr. Greyson took some liberties with history and the Nero Decree in the fictionalization of the story, the Nero Decree was never actually carried out, so when you read of paintings being burned, just remember, it didn’t really happen. But it could have if subordinates had followed Hitler’s last orders.
In the story, the paintings were burned, and one man who was appalled at the coming waste, managed to hide 5 of the paintings away so that they were not destroyed. Now the Russians are looking for them, but they have an ulterior motive.
Enter Day and Knight. They are on the case to find the missing artwork before their Russian counterparts can get to it. Putin wants the artwork to wiggle his way back into good graces with Poland and other Eastern European countries, so that Russia can again begin to build its sphere of influence over the area. Can Day and Knight beat out the Russians in finding the artwork and foil Putin’s plans?
I really enjoyed this book. This series if very different from the author’s works under his more published name, and honestly…I like Dirk’s work a lot more than the cowboys, etc. on the other side. If you aren’t familiar with Dirk Greyson’s works, pick up Day and Knight and Sun and Shadow today. You won’t be sorry.
I highly recommend both books! Keep them coming Mr. Greyson!
I’m always nervous when I pick up the second book in a series that I really like book one in. Will it live up to the memory of the first book? Well the answer in this case is it actually surpassed the memory of the first book in my opinion.
In Sun and Shadow, Mr. Greyson brings us back to his characters that we came to know in Day and Knight. It is shortly after the guys have returned from their last mission on the cruise ship where Day was shot, and he is still recovering from that injury.
A mystery, seventy-five years in the making will soon pull him in, and he will be thrown back together with Knight. During World War II, the Nazis seized much of the artwork in Europe. This book brings us into the story of one man’s attempt to hide art work before it was burned in Hitler’s Nero Decree. Although Mr. Greyson took some liberties with history and the Nero Decree in the fictionalization of the story, the Nero Decree was never actually carried out, so when you read of paintings being burned, just remember, it didn’t really happen. But it could have if subordinates had followed Hitler’s last orders.
In the story, the paintings were burned, and one man who was appalled at the coming waste, managed to hide 5 of the paintings away so that they were not destroyed. Now the Russians are looking for them, but they have an ulterior motive.
Enter Day and Knight. They are on the case to find the missing artwork before their Russian counterparts can get to it. Putin wants the artwork to wiggle his way back into good graces with Poland and other Eastern European countries, so that Russia can again begin to build its sphere of influence over the area. Can Day and Knight beat out the Russians in finding the artwork and foil Putin’s plans?
I really enjoyed this book. This series if very different from the author’s works under his more published name, and honestly…I like Dirk’s work a lot more than the cowboys, etc. on the other side. If you aren’t familiar with Dirk Greyson’s works, pick up Day and Knight and Sun and Shadow today. You won’t be sorry.
I highly recommend both books! Keep them coming Mr. Greyson!
May 5, 2016
Dayton Ingram thought he may have something going with Knighton after his very first field job, in the Yucatan, stopping a terrorist threat. But Knight disappoints Day. The ex-Marine still mourns the death of his wife and son. He carries guilt over the new information about their murders that was revealed to him by a terrorist. Even though Day saved his life and his job, Knight stays away from the injured Day.
Day is somewhat recovered and back at his desk job but feels like he has a lost his chance at doing fieldwork. Diamato, boss of the Scorpion agents, gives Day a new assignment, researching some communications. With the help of his co-worker, Kyper, he discovers some information about paintings by the artist Raphael. Once again, Knight and Day are teamed up to find the missing paintings that were supposed to have been destroyed by the Nazi’s during the Cold War. When Knight goes to bat for Day, they head for Europe and the salt mines of Austria to try and find the hidden artworks. Everywhere they go they are being followed, someone is leaking information to the enemy.
Knight and Day are still dealing with their roller coaster emotions for each other. Day would like something more serious, but he faces the fact he could get his heart broken. When Albert comes into the picture, we get to see Knight almost become nurturing. But whatever personal issues plague Knight and Day, they always have each other’s backs.
History from the cold war, Nazi’s, Russians and Germans, a ploy to make Russia look like a friendly ally to Poland, fast car chases—from Germany to Austria—needless to say, Sun and Shadow is another action packed adventure/mystery installment in the Day and Knight series. Whether Day and Knight were racing against the enemy or just having moments with each other, the story moved at a good pace and had me wanting more.
If you want a more thorough picture of Day and Knight’s introduction, read Day and Knight, the first book in this thrilling series by Dirk Greyson.
Reviewed by Maryann for The Novel Approach Reviews
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Day is somewhat recovered and back at his desk job but feels like he has a lost his chance at doing fieldwork. Diamato, boss of the Scorpion agents, gives Day a new assignment, researching some communications. With the help of his co-worker, Kyper, he discovers some information about paintings by the artist Raphael. Once again, Knight and Day are teamed up to find the missing paintings that were supposed to have been destroyed by the Nazi’s during the Cold War. When Knight goes to bat for Day, they head for Europe and the salt mines of Austria to try and find the hidden artworks. Everywhere they go they are being followed, someone is leaking information to the enemy.
Knight and Day are still dealing with their roller coaster emotions for each other. Day would like something more serious, but he faces the fact he could get his heart broken. When Albert comes into the picture, we get to see Knight almost become nurturing. But whatever personal issues plague Knight and Day, they always have each other’s backs.
History from the cold war, Nazi’s, Russians and Germans, a ploy to make Russia look like a friendly ally to Poland, fast car chases—from Germany to Austria—needless to say, Sun and Shadow is another action packed adventure/mystery installment in the Day and Knight series. Whether Day and Knight were racing against the enemy or just having moments with each other, the story moved at a good pace and had me wanting more.
If you want a more thorough picture of Day and Knight’s introduction, read Day and Knight, the first book in this thrilling series by Dirk Greyson.
Reviewed by Maryann for The Novel Approach Reviews
http://www.thenovelapproachreviews.co...
November 11, 2015
Following on the heels of Dirk Greyson’s initial novel, Day and Knight, we’re treated to the second book in the spy series, Sun and Shadow. Day is still recovering from the gunshot wound received in Mexico as the duo secretly disembarked from a gay cruise to track terrorists bent on destroying the US technology infrastructure. The problem is, although he and Knight had developed a tentative relationship on that job, Day has heard nothing from Knight since they returned home.
Now they find themselves paired up again as they seek priceless art stolen by the Nazis during WWII. If anything, this job is even more dangerous than the first one, but boy, is it fun to read! Mr. Greyson has pieced together a complicated mystery that not only do Day and Knight have to solve, but the reader can’t help but try to put the puzzle together, too.
Can the agents solve the art mystery and also solve the question of whether they have a viable relationship between them? The sex is hotter than hot but is there love behind it between a closeted man and a man who wants to be out with his partner?
I really love the writing style Andrew Grey has adopted with his alter ego, Dirk Greyson. It’s grittier, more sexy, and doesn’t necessarily end with rainbows and unicorns and Happy Ever Afters, although there are Happy For Now endings. I highly recommend this book and the thrilling spy series that is being built around Day and Knight.
Now they find themselves paired up again as they seek priceless art stolen by the Nazis during WWII. If anything, this job is even more dangerous than the first one, but boy, is it fun to read! Mr. Greyson has pieced together a complicated mystery that not only do Day and Knight have to solve, but the reader can’t help but try to put the puzzle together, too.
Can the agents solve the art mystery and also solve the question of whether they have a viable relationship between them? The sex is hotter than hot but is there love behind it between a closeted man and a man who wants to be out with his partner?
I really love the writing style Andrew Grey has adopted with his alter ego, Dirk Greyson. It’s grittier, more sexy, and doesn’t necessarily end with rainbows and unicorns and Happy Ever Afters, although there are Happy For Now endings. I highly recommend this book and the thrilling spy series that is being built around Day and Knight.
May 26, 2016
I love this series with Knight and Day...The story lines are strong with all the drama, suspense, mystery, emotion, and sex.. The characters are well developed and continue to evolve. This story continues from the last with Day recovering from his gunshot to the shoulder. Knight has been keeping away from him because he feels what happened in Mexico on the ship needs to stay there, but Day isn't satisfied with that. Knight's wife and son were killed two years ago due to a mission that Knight was involved in several years ago. He is afraid to open up his heart because he feels if he does, he will forget them. Its taken him 2 years to get out of the bottle and now he doesn't know what to do. The agency is sending them to Europe to find a painting from WWII which leads to an action packed, mysterious adventure since the Russians are looking for it too. Their relationship begins to heat up and Knight still keeps Day at arms length, but the sex between them explodes. Day gets a lot of mixed signals from Knight bringing in a lot of frustration between them. The novel is great story of two men on a mission, but also one that begins to break down some of the walls that has been built between them. Does Knight continue to feel that what happens there should stay there? This is a great read that keeps you on the edge of your seat. In true Dirk Greyson form, I highly recommend this one. Don't miss this one along with the series.
November 14, 2015
Dirk Greyson's Sun and Shadow is book 2 in his Day and Knight series and was even better than the first book. These two characters are not your typical romance characters or love interests. Knight fights against being involved with Day as hard as he can. Day is a good humored and easy going man, but even he gets tired of being pushed aside. This second book is so well written and so descriptive and so full of story that it can almost stand up as a standalone. I really think a reader needs the first book for Day and Knight's background as well as the back story that is discussed in this book. But it really could be read and enjoyed by itself, a reader would miss out on important information as well as the beginning of Day and Knights relationship.
The plot is a unique one. It was thrilling, adventurous and has a few twists and turns. Though the story in this book is concluded it is open ended whetting my appetite for book 3. I am already anticipating the next installment and can not wait to find out what my two favorite guys get up to next and how Knight is handling his feelings for Day. I very highly recommend this series and I recommend this book to all who love a fantastic romantic adventure with two hot men.
The plot is a unique one. It was thrilling, adventurous and has a few twists and turns. Though the story in this book is concluded it is open ended whetting my appetite for book 3. I am already anticipating the next installment and can not wait to find out what my two favorite guys get up to next and how Knight is handling his feelings for Day. I very highly recommend this series and I recommend this book to all who love a fantastic romantic adventure with two hot men.
June 20, 2016
Reviewed for Prism Book Alliance
I didn't pick up book one of the Day and Knight series from Dirk Greyson until book two came out. I remember sitting and having a conversation about the books with the author at GRL, and I promised I would give them (along with one of his "Andrew Grey" books) a chance. I don't remember the details of the conversation, or why I acquiesced to reading the books. However, I definitely enjoyed them, so I am not sorry I did.
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August 2, 2016
I love this couple and I was so happy to jump back into their world. I had a little trouble at the beginning because it should have picked up where the first book left off and I felt like it rewound their HFN ending. I chalked it up to not knowing whether or not this would turn into a series and kept on reading. I am so glad I did. Its another great installment to this series.
November 25, 2016
LOVE this series and these MC's! Very sexy, fun and exciting. There are 3 books and they each build on the previous one so it's fun to read them all together. I waited to read the first 2 until the 3rd came out and I'm glad I did as it really brought their relationship full circle.
There is room for more books (and drama/crimes to solve) to follow but they would just be a bonus
There is room for more books (and drama/crimes to solve) to follow but they would just be a bonus
April 26, 2016
I liked this book a whole lot better than the first. It took me a while to actually start this book and I put it off because of my mixed feelings of the first but I'm glad I read it and I'm ready for the next one...
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