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Task Force Hawaii #3
Constant Craving
She might trust him with her life but she's not too sure she can trust him with her heart.
Charity Edwards has never been a woman who liked to compromise--not at work and definitely not in her personal life. So, when TJ Callahan appears on the scene as their FBI liaison, she takes a chance on the slow talking Texan.
TJ doesn't like undercover work, but thanks to an old case, he has been tasked to do just that. He uses his position to infiltrate TFH to investigate Charity, a woman well-known for her hacking skills. His almost instant attraction he has to Charity makes it impossible not to blur the lines and he soon finds himself falling for the impossible woman.
When his assignment is revealed, Charity wants nothing to do with him, but she has no choice. Thanks to TJ's investigation, Charity's life is in jeopardy and he will do anything to protect her--even if it means sacrificing himself.
Charity Edwards has never been a woman who liked to compromise--not at work and definitely not in her personal life. So, when TJ Callahan appears on the scene as their FBI liaison, she takes a chance on the slow talking Texan.
TJ doesn't like undercover work, but thanks to an old case, he has been tasked to do just that. He uses his position to infiltrate TFH to investigate Charity, a woman well-known for her hacking skills. His almost instant attraction he has to Charity makes it impossible not to blur the lines and he soon finds himself falling for the impossible woman.
When his assignment is revealed, Charity wants nothing to do with him, but she has no choice. Thanks to TJ's investigation, Charity's life is in jeopardy and he will do anything to protect her--even if it means sacrificing himself.
300 pages, ebook
First published May 17, 2016
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May 24, 2016
5.0 Star Review Constant Craving (Task Force Hawaii #3) by Melissa Schroeder
The Task Force Hawaii team works on a variety of cases in conjunction with local, state and federal agencies. This is book 3 in the series and I would recommend that you read the previous two books as situations are referenced from the previous two books in Constant Craving.
I have found myself gravitating to the romantic suspense genre over the last 12 months or so. I thoroughly enjoy Ms. Schroeder’s writing style; not only does she bring the characters to life but at times I firmly believe that I am in Hawaii.
I really enjoyed TJ Callahan and Charity Edwards’s story. Charity is a hard nut to crack, intelligent and an extremely talented hacker. When TJ is forced into going undercover again (a job he loathes), as the FBI liaison to the Task Force Hawaii Team, his target is initially Charity.
What happens when he is instantly attracted to her? Will he let things slide, or will he do his job? What will happen when Charity finds out that she is his “assignment”?
Charity is afraid to love and while she trusts TJ to protect her, can she trust in him enough to give him her heart? She may not have a choice as these two are really meant to be together; their chemistry is explosive.
There are so many twists and turns to this book that I was riveted and stayed up late into the night. I couldn’t put it down.
If you are looking for a book that is hot, spicy, romantic and suspenseful, then look no further. I anxiously await the next book in the Task Force Hawaii series.
The Task Force Hawaii team works on a variety of cases in conjunction with local, state and federal agencies. This is book 3 in the series and I would recommend that you read the previous two books as situations are referenced from the previous two books in Constant Craving.
I have found myself gravitating to the romantic suspense genre over the last 12 months or so. I thoroughly enjoy Ms. Schroeder’s writing style; not only does she bring the characters to life but at times I firmly believe that I am in Hawaii.
I really enjoyed TJ Callahan and Charity Edwards’s story. Charity is a hard nut to crack, intelligent and an extremely talented hacker. When TJ is forced into going undercover again (a job he loathes), as the FBI liaison to the Task Force Hawaii Team, his target is initially Charity.
What happens when he is instantly attracted to her? Will he let things slide, or will he do his job? What will happen when Charity finds out that she is his “assignment”?
Charity is afraid to love and while she trusts TJ to protect her, can she trust in him enough to give him her heart? She may not have a choice as these two are really meant to be together; their chemistry is explosive.
There are so many twists and turns to this book that I was riveted and stayed up late into the night. I couldn’t put it down.
If you are looking for a book that is hot, spicy, romantic and suspenseful, then look no further. I anxiously await the next book in the Task Force Hawaii series.
May 23, 2016
WOW! The best of the series to date in my not so humble opinion. Constant Craving lets the geeks have their day and boy is it fun. Of course nothing is ever easy and the good things are worth fighting for. I just love this story. So much fun and the characters will keep you enthralled. While this can be read standalone you would probably enjoy it more if you’ve read the previous books: Seductive Reasoning (Task Force Hawaii, #1) and Hostile Desires (Task Force Hawaii, #2) .
Complimentary copy provided by author/publisher for an honest review.
Complimentary copy provided by author/publisher for an honest review.
May 24, 2016
5.0 Star Review Constant Craving (Task Force Hawaii #3) by Melissa Schroeder
The Task Force Hawaii team works on a variety of cases in conjunction with local, state and federal agencies. This is book 3 in the series and I would recommend that you read the previous two books as situations are referenced from the previous two books in Constant Craving.
I have found myself gravitating to the romantic suspense genre over the last 12 months or so. I thoroughly enjoy Ms. Schroeder’s writing style; not only does she bring the characters to life but at times I firmly believe that I am in Hawaii.
I really enjoyed TJ Callahan and Charity Edwards’s story. Charity is a hard nut to crack, intelligent and an extremely talented hacker. When TJ is forced into going undercover again (a job he loathes), as the FBI liaison to the Task Force Hawaii Team, his target is initially Charity.
What happens when he is instantly attracted to her? Will he let things slide, or will he do his job? What will happen when Charity finds out that she is his “assignment”?
Charity is afraid to love and while she trusts TJ to protect her, can she trust in him enough to give him her heart? She may not have a choice as these two are really meant to be together; their chemistry is explosive.
There are so many twists and turns to this book that I was riveted and stayed up late into the night. I couldn’t put it down.
If you are looking for a book that is hot, spicy, romantic and suspenseful, then look no further. I anxiously await the next book in the Task Force Hawaii series.
The Task Force Hawaii team works on a variety of cases in conjunction with local, state and federal agencies. This is book 3 in the series and I would recommend that you read the previous two books as situations are referenced from the previous two books in Constant Craving.
I have found myself gravitating to the romantic suspense genre over the last 12 months or so. I thoroughly enjoy Ms. Schroeder’s writing style; not only does she bring the characters to life but at times I firmly believe that I am in Hawaii.
I really enjoyed TJ Callahan and Charity Edwards’s story. Charity is a hard nut to crack, intelligent and an extremely talented hacker. When TJ is forced into going undercover again (a job he loathes), as the FBI liaison to the Task Force Hawaii Team, his target is initially Charity.
What happens when he is instantly attracted to her? Will he let things slide, or will he do his job? What will happen when Charity finds out that she is his “assignment”?
Charity is afraid to love and while she trusts TJ to protect her, can she trust in him enough to give him her heart? She may not have a choice as these two are really meant to be together; their chemistry is explosive.
There are so many twists and turns to this book that I was riveted and stayed up late into the night. I couldn’t put it down.
If you are looking for a book that is hot, spicy, romantic and suspenseful, then look no further. I anxiously await the next book in the Task Force Hawaii series.
October 10, 2021
In CONSTANT CRAVING (3rd book in Series) the loyalties between the Task Force members grow stronger, and more bets are placed on the inter-office romances, all while the group continues to solve crimes to keep Hawaii safe. This time an outsider, FBI Agent TJ Callahan, is works working with the team. He is there under false pretense, as he is really undercover to investigate Charity Edwards, the Forensics Expert for the Task Force. This tight group does not appreciation being invaded by the FBI, and TJ finds himself in an uphill batter to regain their trust and Charity's love. When Charity is in danger, the team join forces with TJ and work together to keep her safe.
May 31, 2016
5 Stars
Melissa Schroeder nails romantic suspense.
Charity is a live in the moment, intelligent and caring woman. Fun and straightforward. A geek through and through. She's a fun spitfire, that you want on your side. TJ was born into geekdom, making him destined for the life. He's kind of quiet, laid back and good at what he does. He's caring and kind with just enough alpha to make you more than want him.
A suspense plot that keeps your brain moving with chemistry and personality that keeps you moving through the pages. Constant Craving shines with what Melissa does best. Characters with depth and quirks that make the read fun along with the suspense. Steamy passion and amazing chemistry that make the pages sizzle. Constant Craving is everything that I love about Melissa’s work. She draws you in, keeps you there, and makes you want more. Along with trying to figure out a way to life the good life in Hawaii.
Constant Craving like the other books in the Task Force Hawaii series is my new favorite of Melissa’s work.
An advanced reader's copy was provided for an honest review.
Melissa Schroeder nails romantic suspense.
Charity is a live in the moment, intelligent and caring woman. Fun and straightforward. A geek through and through. She's a fun spitfire, that you want on your side. TJ was born into geekdom, making him destined for the life. He's kind of quiet, laid back and good at what he does. He's caring and kind with just enough alpha to make you more than want him.
A suspense plot that keeps your brain moving with chemistry and personality that keeps you moving through the pages. Constant Craving shines with what Melissa does best. Characters with depth and quirks that make the read fun along with the suspense. Steamy passion and amazing chemistry that make the pages sizzle. Constant Craving is everything that I love about Melissa’s work. She draws you in, keeps you there, and makes you want more. Along with trying to figure out a way to life the good life in Hawaii.
Constant Craving like the other books in the Task Force Hawaii series is my new favorite of Melissa’s work.
An advanced reader's copy was provided for an honest review.
July 29, 2016
This is an exciting romance set in Hawaii with fantastic colorful and living characters. From Charity, a strong and intelligent hacker extraordinaire for Task Force Hawaii; To TJ a sexy, cunning and clever FBI agent, down to the secondary characters, there is not a character you are not curious to find out more about. The story itself is well written and shows the author's talent right away drawing you in within the first few pages and keeping you enthralled from cover to cover. There is not a bit of wasted space in this book. The author does a beautiful job of showcasing the dynamics between all of the characters in the book. It was exciting to travel with the characters as they tried to find the villain of the story because there were plenty of twists to keep you on your toes and guessing. The only draw back was I don't want it to end, and that's not a complaint. For me that's the sign of a good book, and with this being a series I am sure there will be more adventures to come. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys an exciting romance, or simply a very well written book!
Received a copy for an honest review.
Received a copy for an honest review.
May 30, 2016
Two tech geeks from different government agency come together to catch a murdering hacker. The hacker attaches himself to a lonely woman, slowly steals her money and kills them. The FBI thinks the suspect is Task Force Hawaii's very own Charity Edwards, the hacking genius. TJ is sent undercover to get close to Charity to solve these crimes, however he quickly realizes it's not her. Schroeder gives us a smart mystery and keeps us guessing with creative clues. If you are a comic book lover or just love the superhero movies you will appreciate the connections to their story. TJ and Charity click together pretty quickly and the book turns into a hot steamy romance, pretty obvious by the half naked man on the cover. In the third book of the series we get to revisit the other couples and see the difficulties of others. The books standalone with the crimes and murders but the friendships and romances that bloom are a continuing story line, I recommend reading them in order. I was given an advanced reader copy for my honest review, thanks Melissa!
June 1, 2016
This series is, to me, like turtle cheesecake or dill pickle chips! Melissa Schroeder took two things I love and combined them to make an even better end product. Constant Craving, and the entire Task Force Hawaii series, is the best of Romance and Mystery! While I love these genres by themselves, they are so much better when combined. The cherry on top? The setting is beautiful Hawaii.
While you don't have to read the prior two books in the series, you will have a better sense of who the characters are. You will understand why they do what they do, and enjoy their little quirks.
TJ is a great addition to the TFH team, and definitely heats up scenes with Charity. I enjoyed this book from beginning to end. The mystery kept me guessing and the romance kept my heart racing. I highly recommend this book and the entire Task Force Hawaii series!
While you don't have to read the prior two books in the series, you will have a better sense of who the characters are. You will understand why they do what they do, and enjoy their little quirks.
TJ is a great addition to the TFH team, and definitely heats up scenes with Charity. I enjoyed this book from beginning to end. The mystery kept me guessing and the romance kept my heart racing. I highly recommend this book and the entire Task Force Hawaii series!
May 23, 2016
WOW! The best of the series to date in my not so humble opinion. Constant Craving lets the geeks have their day and boy is it fun. Of course nothing is ever easy and the good things are worth fighting for. I just love this story. So much fun and the characters will keep you enthralled. While this can be read standalone you would probably enjoy it more if you’ve read the previous books: Seductive Reasoning (Task Force Hawaii, #1) and Hostile Desires (Task Force Hawaii, #2) .
Complimentary copy provided by author/publisher for an honest review.
Complimentary copy provided by author/publisher for an honest review.
May 24, 2016
Love it! Another hit from Melissa! I love this task force series. The characters are awesome and they are all in each book. I really liked charity and tj cause they were just what the other needed and don't take crap from anyone. He's trying to clear her name while fighting his attraction to her which he eventually can't. Add in all the fun characters from the previous books and an unknown criminal and you've got gold! I was given an arc for my honest review and I loved it!
January 2, 2017
TJ Callahan has been assigned to work with TFH as their liaison with the FBI but he is actually going in undercover. He is not happy about this assignment and something is not right about it from the beginning. Charity Edwards is the forensic tech for TFH and apparently she is the one under investigation. These two connect from the beginning and are made for each other. Both are intelligent, geeky, savvy, comic-freaks who throw off sparks even when they shouldn't. TJ is sure she is innocent from the beginning and when Charity finds out he is investigating her she want to hurt him. What really happens is this ohana comes together and does what it does best and works well together. This book can be read as a standalone but why would you want to!
**Received a copy of this ARC for review**
**Received a copy of this ARC for review**
February 4, 2021
TJ Callahan is assigned as the FBI liaison to TFH, but there’s more to this assignment. Charity Edwards is to be his focus, but as his investigation starts, TJ feels there’s something not right. Charity and TJ have an immediate connection that only grows deeper as things about this investigation begin to go sideways and ultimately become near lethal.
This is an exciting tale that is filled with intrigue, drama, a touch of suspense, and plenty of steamy passion. Charity and TJ’s chemistry builds quickly, but it just feels right for these two. The underlying element of mystery surrounding who the mastermind is the FBI’s been tracking makes this an interesting “whodunit.” There’s a lot in this romantic suspense to keep you thoroughly engaged from start to finish. It’s a perfect addition to this great series.
This is an exciting tale that is filled with intrigue, drama, a touch of suspense, and plenty of steamy passion. Charity and TJ’s chemistry builds quickly, but it just feels right for these two. The underlying element of mystery surrounding who the mastermind is the FBI’s been tracking makes this an interesting “whodunit.” There’s a lot in this romantic suspense to keep you thoroughly engaged from start to finish. It’s a perfect addition to this great series.
May 24, 2023
3.75 ⭐️’s - I really wanted to love this series, but the third book ended that for me. This one focused too much on the case, and not enough on their relationship. Not to mention the cyber case was a bit convoluted and boring.
Also, the set up for the next book in the series was not great. I’m not looking forward to seeing a relationship develop between Cat and Drew after she crushed him in the second book over something so stupid. Even if she felt guilty for sending him to the office when he got shot, she should’ve still been there for him as a friend and teammate.
Also, the set up for the next book in the series was not great. I’m not looking forward to seeing a relationship develop between Cat and Drew after she crushed him in the second book over something so stupid. Even if she felt guilty for sending him to the office when he got shot, she should’ve still been there for him as a friend and teammate.
June 9, 2017
Good read, interesting characters and plot. Book 3 of Task Force Hawaii, can be read as a stand alone, no cliffhanger. All of the characters that were introduced in book 1 are back. This book focuses on TJ and Charity, TJ is an FBI agent assigned to investigate Charity for hacking. He believes she is innocent but can he prove it and find the real criminal. Read their story and see how they get their HEA.
January 27, 2019
Charity and TJ meet when he is sent into Task Force to investigate Charity. He is an FBI agent. He suspects right away that she is being set up.
Charity is falling fast for TJ. She wants to hate him but can't. They are working together now to find out who is setting her up. TJ wants a future with her, but thinks he has to wait until the investigation is over first.
Charity is falling fast for TJ. She wants to hate him but can't. They are working together now to find out who is setting her up. TJ wants a future with her, but thinks he has to wait until the investigation is over first.
May 18, 2017
TJ and Charity 5stars
The series is a must ready. I was on the edge of my seat trying to figure out who did it. The chemistry between TJ and Charity is off the charts. 5 stars for another well written book. Can't wait for the next one!
The series is a must ready. I was on the edge of my seat trying to figure out who did it. The chemistry between TJ and Charity is off the charts. 5 stars for another well written book. Can't wait for the next one!
January 21, 2019
Great story line but so slow and dry. The little bit of drama is over with in minutes at the very end of the book. Good characters but poor implementation with the story. Amazon write up made it sound so good but it wasnt.
January 29, 2019
(Task Force Hawaii) 3. Constant Craving
What a story! Amazing characters in a story that some people get pitted against someone they looked up to, to find out that they were crooked.
What a story! Amazing characters in a story that some people get pitted against someone they looked up to, to find out that they were crooked.
January 6, 2025
This one I felt was better than the last two. Maybe because they meet eachother in this book, so you get the full build up of their relationship. I felt the mystery was better paced too. It still had kind of a sudden ending with everything happening in like 2 chapters.
June 15, 2025
These two started off on the right, but wrong, foot. Didn’t matter though, because the attraction and chemistry they had, along with the ‘knowing’ of the other, made them realize this was something unlike anything else before. They just needed to convince her friends, while they solved the mystery!
January 16, 2018
These Task Force Hawaii books are great. I love that all the characters are running through each book. Makes me want to visit Hawaii after I have finished each book.
February 11, 2019
Just as good as the first 2! Love this series!
December 4, 2021
Great book
February 2, 2022
The perfect action love story! Man saves woman with woman’s help. Nothing wrong with the woman breaking the bad guys nose! 5 stars.
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January 15, 2017
A hacker and a killer is on the island causing trouble for the FBI who have been on his case for along time. But is also targeting one of the TFH team.
TJ is sent to the TFH to investigate Charity as a suspect. What he wasn't expecting was his instant attraction to her and the need to protect her. Also the trouble he would be in once it's out why he is there, and not just from Charity. The TFH are a family so you hurt one, the others plan to kill and hide the body. But then he finds he actually likes this group and fits in, especially when he gets right in to take care of Charity and she doesn't make it easy.
Charity isn't a commitment person, she has relationships but runs scared when things get serious. So when TJ joins the team in a liason side she gets straight on that. He is different then most and likes him, then the truth comes out that he investigating her. He lied and she wants to hurt him. But when it comes through that not only does he believe she is innocent but also believes she is a target. So the fun begins with these too and when I say fun I mean hot attraction and the fights ;)
Such a fun and very hot couple. Both geeks so you can imagine the conversations about Marvel, DC and Dr Who. Oh and wait till you find out what TJ really stand for hahaha. Goofy, geeky parents. Brilliant book. And I love that you still get the others in the team and what's going on with them. Of course the butting and and bets hahahaha. Roll on next book.
TJ is sent to the TFH to investigate Charity as a suspect. What he wasn't expecting was his instant attraction to her and the need to protect her. Also the trouble he would be in once it's out why he is there, and not just from Charity. The TFH are a family so you hurt one, the others plan to kill and hide the body. But then he finds he actually likes this group and fits in, especially when he gets right in to take care of Charity and she doesn't make it easy.
Charity isn't a commitment person, she has relationships but runs scared when things get serious. So when TJ joins the team in a liason side she gets straight on that. He is different then most and likes him, then the truth comes out that he investigating her. He lied and she wants to hurt him. But when it comes through that not only does he believe she is innocent but also believes she is a target. So the fun begins with these too and when I say fun I mean hot attraction and the fights ;)
Such a fun and very hot couple. Both geeks so you can imagine the conversations about Marvel, DC and Dr Who. Oh and wait till you find out what TJ really stand for hahaha. Goofy, geeky parents. Brilliant book. And I love that you still get the others in the team and what's going on with them. Of course the butting and and bets hahahaha. Roll on next book.
June 4, 2016
This series just keeps getting better!
TFH has continued to be a family and continues to care for those that are close to them. So when one of their own becomes under the suspicion of the FBI, they band together and get to the truth.
Charity Edwards is the TFH resident forensic expert and always worked alone. So when she came under the radar as someone who was being manipulated by one of FBI's most wanted criminals, FBI agent, TJ Callahan was put on the case to get close to the target. Who knew he would be drawn to everything about the woman.
This story has twist, turns, adventure, and some danger. It is definitely one of those stories that you won't put down once you start. It also has all the characters from the previous books so you get to see what our other favorite characters are doing...
Melissa Schroeder has definitely created a great series here and it keeps you wanting more!!!
TFH has continued to be a family and continues to care for those that are close to them. So when one of their own becomes under the suspicion of the FBI, they band together and get to the truth.
Charity Edwards is the TFH resident forensic expert and always worked alone. So when she came under the radar as someone who was being manipulated by one of FBI's most wanted criminals, FBI agent, TJ Callahan was put on the case to get close to the target. Who knew he would be drawn to everything about the woman.
This story has twist, turns, adventure, and some danger. It is definitely one of those stories that you won't put down once you start. It also has all the characters from the previous books so you get to see what our other favorite characters are doing...
Melissa Schroeder has definitely created a great series here and it keeps you wanting more!!!
July 9, 2016
I sort of felt like some of the TFH team members on this one. While Charity and TJ did have some powerful chemistry from the start, I didn't think Charity would be able to get past how TJ had to be a bit devious when they first met. I was glad that Charity figured things out and the team turned things back on TJ. It was fun to see everyone back Charity, to help vindicate her. I suspected early on what was going on. So when the bad guy showed up I was glad that Charity managed to foil in him.
The antics at the hopsital were great on so many levels. Loved that TJ's mouth was a bit freer than normal and that the team celebrated a new member, one they have been waiting for.
The antics at the hopsital were great on so many levels. Loved that TJ's mouth was a bit freer than normal and that the team celebrated a new member, one they have been waiting for.
January 3, 2017
I thought Seductive Reasoning was good. That is book one in the Task Force Hawaii series. I have to say I truly enjoyed this book. I love the TFH team. The loyalty, support, and family feeling are great. The whole betting thing they have going on is fun.
TJ and Charity had such great dialogue. Their conversations were steeped in sarcasm. The suspense in this one was pretty awesome. I had a good feeling about who was behind setting up Charity, but the why escaped me until the very end. Toss in a hot steamy romance, and you have the full package.
I can't wait for the Drew/Cat, Adam/Jin, and Marcus/Tamilya books.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book.
TJ and Charity had such great dialogue. Their conversations were steeped in sarcasm. The suspense in this one was pretty awesome. I had a good feeling about who was behind setting up Charity, but the why escaped me until the very end. Toss in a hot steamy romance, and you have the full package.
I can't wait for the Drew/Cat, Adam/Jin, and Marcus/Tamilya books.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book.
February 24, 2017
This book has become my favorite so far. Charity and TJ are so much fun to ready. Yes there were tears but also laughter and a HEA. I love all of this series. If you love a suspenseful romance with lots of HOT moments this is the book for you. I always love the rhythm or flow of Melissa writing. It keeps me hooked from the start and I usually lose a nights sleep to just finish. This book is part of a series but can be read as a standalone. I highly recommend all of Melissa's books but especially this one.
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