Jordan Rocco has just received a medical discharge from the Marines and is now working with his brother, Evan, at Pierce Securities. He's struggling to find his place among these men who have a brotherhood that doesn't seem to include him. Jordan's only saving grace is the woman across the hall in his apartment building, with her smart mouth and tight curves.
Mia is wholly focused on making enough money at her crappy job to bring her sister home to live with her, instead of globe-trotting with her mother and the latest in a long line of losers. A boyfriend is not in the cards. But a couple of nights with the hottie across the hallway—to release some pent-up frustrations—wouldn’t be remiss. When she's grabbed from her apartment in the night, Jordan witnesses the crime, helpless to stop things.
He's suddenly got a new mission: Before the worst can happen, he has to save the woman who has come to mean more to him than he realized.
***WARNING*** This book has a vague description of events that may cause triggers.
Anne has written her entire life and has the boxes of angst-filled journals and poetry to prove it. She’s been writing for public consumption for the past several years. She lives in rural East Texas with her husband and children in her own private oasis, where she prides herself in her complete lack of social skills, choosing instead to live with the people inside her head.
Currently, she has five romance series. Playing with Fire explores the trials and tribulations of a small team of fire fighters in the fictional mountain town of Pamona Gulch. In Pierce Securities, she gives us Ryan, Evan, Miriam, Zack, Quinten, Jordan, Hollerman, and Simon. Her favorite series, Book B!tches, is all about a group of women in Mystic, Texas who get into all sorts of shenanigans. In Stories of Serendipity, she explores real people living real lives in small town Texas in a contemporary romance setting. In The Four Winds, she chronicles God’s four closest archangels, Uriel, Gabriel, Raphael, and Michael, falling in love and becoming human.
Jordan and Mia. Too much foul language (why must EVERYONE use the 'F' word so much?!? It shows a lack of intelligence as far as I'm concerned), too much sex talk (plus, I'm not a big fan of sex for the sake of scratching an itch), too much violence toward women. This is the second book I've read by this author, about this security company. They don't seem to know what they are doing. They are a fledgling agency, I get that, but they don't really seem to know how to do their jobs. Then there's Mia. After what happened to her, the first thing she should have done was to see a therapist. THEN, there's the whole high school vibe going on - 'I like you, do you like me?' Just not my cup of tea.
**Book received from the author for honest review.**
Anne Conley always writes realistic characters with real life problems. And Grab is one of them.
This is the 4th book in her Pierce Securities Series. This series is one of my favorites because it is about hot Private Investigators.
In Grab we get Jordan and Mia's story. As usually Anne has created a gripping story that will have you swooning and on the edge of your seat.
I am excited for the next book in this series! Go grab" your copy of Grab today. Each book in this series are standalones, so dive into the Pierce Securities world now!
Another awesome add to the series. Jordan and Mia are centered here and I loved it from page one. This was a exciting story, and what I love the most about Conley's books is they feel realistic, the main characters always match well and independent on their own. Seems easy but it's hard to write a couple that is equally amazing and strong together as much as they are apart. Side characters also show up but don't take away from the main story/characters. This kept me guessing what would happen next, this is my favorite couple (so far lol). Can't wait for the next. I voluntarily reviewed an 'Advance Author’s Copy' of this book.
Title: GRAB Series: Pierce Securities #4 Category /Genre: Contemporary Romance Recommended for: 18+ due to sexual content Grammar/editing: ungraded – book received as an unedited ARC / errors excused Received from: Anne Conley (Beta reading)
This is the fourth book in the Pierce Securities series. Each does stand alone, though there are updates concerning each of the previous couples and I would definitely recommend reading all and in the order of release for maximum understanding and enjoyment.
I think I needed a seat belt while reading this one! Absolutely gripping. When Mia was kidnapped (no spoiler since it’s in the blurb), I was screaming, “No! No! Don’t hurt my girl!!” right along with Jordan. Mia has a heart of gold that I absolutely love and Jordan reminds me of a teddy bear with the heart of a real bear. They are so perfect for each other!
Speaking of perfect, this series is my idea of perfect reading. Strong alpha males and strong yet sweet women who support and love them. Great stories full of edge of your seat action, love, and lust.
I received the book for honest review and I also purchased this book.
This book is the 4th book in the series. I believe you need to read all the books to be able to get a complete feel for the series. This book has Jordan Rocco, a discharged military man who is working on cheating cases at the security firm that his brother also works at. This book has Mia, a waitress that is trying to get her sister back in the states. These two meet when Jordan rents his crappy apartment and the flirting starts.
Warning- You will not be able to put this book down once you start, it is almost impossible.
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My favorite part of the entire book was the action part to retrieve Mia from danger. The extent of force that was used was wonderful! He killed for her! :) AWE! Also, thank you for NOT going into so much detail during the rape scene/submitting . I do not do well with any books that have it. I was crying during the entire part.
I have enjoyed this book but it is my least favorite out of the 4. I'm not exactly sure the reason.
I was given this book for a fair and honest review... There is one thing I love about Anne Conley and her writing, is that her characters are not perfect...and this book is no exception to that thought. Jordan has come home from the military with a damaged left hand, and a need to belong somewhere since he was discharged from the military. Mia is his neighbor across the hall in the run down crappy apartment building that they live in. She is working double shifts to help her sister Rose and is always tired and run down. Neither are looking for a relationship and they have found a friend in each other, with a possibility of "benefits". Jordan works for Pierce Securities thanks to his brother, and has been given a case of a missing girl. Mia has a creeper that is watching her at work, and then she too goes missing. This book is a combo of so many feelings for the reader, it is quite the ride. How Mia and Jordan handle their respective situations is nothing short of impressive.
"Steamy hot and suspenseful" This story is suspenseful, intense, and steamy hot. The characters are fantastic!. The Men characters are drop dead sexy!. Jordan is an ex.Marine Recon special forces. Now he works with his brother at an investigation/securities firm. Jordan hates that he has to start from the bottom always getting the crappy assignments. Then his boss finally gives him a decent assignment. He is handed a missing persons case. A young woman was kidnapped from her apartment, and the police have no clues to go on. Jordan hopes this case will help him prove himself to his boss Simon. When Jordan moved into his apartment he became friends with the woman across the hall Mia. Jordan finds out the missing girl had a creepy guy starring at her at her waitressing job. Now Mia is having the same thing could this be the same guy? Wow this book will keep you glued to the pages!. It is that fantastic. It is a must read book!.
The men of pierce securities are hot!!! This is book 4 and they just keep getting better. Each book is about a different member of the firm however, you need to read them in order otherwise it won't really make sense. You read about couples or who got married to who so u will know who ends up with which person. You really don't want to miss out on the deliciousness of these guys so you should start with book 1. This book is about Jordan Rocco and how he is new to the firm and only gets stupid cases such as getting proof of cheaters. When he least expects it, he is added to a case that is quite personal and he must try to crack the case but, he needs to do it soon or he may lose the person he cares about most. Another amazing 5 star read by an awesome author!
Grab, is the fourth installment in the Pierce Security Series. The previous three have been some of my favorite books to read over this last year. Grab had all of the intensity and excitement as its predecessors, and the characters were just as memorable. Anne’s writing paints a well-developed picture that gives us insight into the mindset of her characters. My only problem with Grab, is that I was left wanting more. I wanted to see more of Jordan and Mia’s struggles before diving into the thick of the plot, or see it affect Jordan as he attempts to rescue her. I also would have liked more focus on the man that grabbed Mia (by how he found her and stalked her).
Grab, is the fourth book in the Pierce Security Series. Typical of the series, this book does not disappoint and keeps me on my toes on what is going to happen next. You don't have to read all the books in order however I think to get a good feel for the characters that it would be better to read in order.
Anne’s books are refreshing to read because they are different from every other romance book you pick up to read. She captures real life events, tragedies and emotions and brings them to the reader’s awareness.
If you are looking for a great read that is not like all the rest of the books, then you definitely want to read this book (or any book) from Anne Conley!
I was given this book for a fair and honest review. Yet another great read by Anne. I love how she makes the characters come alive. They are real, imperfect, and relatable. While this book is part of a series, it stands alone. Jordan and Mia's story will pull you in, and you won't be able to put it down. Can't wait to see which of the Pierce Security's men we learn about next. If you believe what she hinted at in the last chapter she has 2 to choose from. If you don't read her books you are missing out. They are romance with a little mystery and real life twist.
Loved it!!! I'm totally hooked on Poerce Securities book series. It is full of action never a dull moment. The heating romance between Jordan and Mia is smokin hot. When Mia is kidnapped it is all hands on deck while Jordan tries to keep it together to find her. I'm looking forward to reading more books by Anne Conley. The Pierce Securities Series keeps me on my toes on what is going to happen next.
I was given this book for an honest review. Yet again, I loved Anne's work. I've read all of the Pierce Securities books and loved them all. My favourite is still Click but this one is just as good! Anne makes you feel her characters and gets you invested in their lives. Awesome job Anne!!!
This one is totally different compared to the others in the series. Jordan has joined Pierce Securities thanks to his brother Evan. Mia is a hardworking woman just trying to get by and bring her sister home.
I love this series. Anne never disappoints with the Pierce Security boys and this book was no exception. She doesn't hold back from telling a story like it is.
It is always a good read to me when I don't know exactly where a story is going. Jordan was a good case of that not knowing where we were going. He was a overly cocky kid so coming down to earth was a surprise to me.Thanks for him and Mia.
This is a very steamy suspense with great characters.
When Jordan left the Marines he got a job with Pierce Securities. But since he's a newbie, he's given the worst assignments. Because he had been on so many missions in the military, he thought these menial jobs were a waste of his experience. When he finally got a missing persons case, he hoped to show his boss how good he was. But he knew it wouldn't be easy since the police hadn't gotten anywhere with finding the woman who had been kidnapped from her apartment.
Mia and Jordan lived across the hall from each other and while Mia thought he was hot, she didn't do relationships. So a night or two with him is all she wanted. It looked like a couple of nights wasn't enough for either of them though. When he saw Mia being taken, he'd do anything to find her.
Jordan was not happy being out of the military and working at the security company. He really thought he was too good for the jobs he was given there. That made him hard to like and I wanted to slap him upside the head to knock some sense into him. But he was hot and that was all Mia was looking for. Mia was working hard to save enough money to bring her sister to live with her, leaving no time for a relationship. Both Jordan and Mia were surprised that their agreed upon casual sex turned into more. It didn't take long before I liked both of these people.
The story has laughs, pain, secrets, murder, suspense, and heartbreak. I was pulled right into this story.
If you have not read the below I would recommend reading those books(s) first Craze (Pierce Securities, #1) Wire (Pierce Securities #2) Click (Pierce Securities #3)
This is Mia and Jordan’s story. This two meet each other at their apartments. They live across the hall from each other. The more time they spend together the more they want each other. But when she is grabbed, she had to decide if she can wait for someone to rescue her or is she must get away herself. The kidnapping breaks her, but can Jordan help her heal and move past all the trauma? Will she be able to move forward?
I felt I was able to connect with the characters and the story was a great read.
I highly recommend this book, can’t wait for the next story in this series.
This book was not for the faint hearted, it was depressing actually.plus I am getting fed up with the raped women all the time, Miriam was nearly raped pants ruled off ass smacked and feeled up not to say about the mob that beat her and was going to take her but stopped.Krista was stripped tied to a bed and climbed on top off but his cock went limp when she closed her eyes and looked away and did not respond in fear then Ryan got there before more happens.(not spoilers happened in other books) now you got this book and it gets worse and darker for poor Mia.I loved her guy he was so patient with her spent all his money on her.I get she was in shock and all but he was going through stuff too and she just did not talked to him or ask.
I was seriously upset with the author when I began reading this book. I know that she mentioned Jordan joining the securities firm upon his discharge from the military early on, maybe even in the first book, but I didn't expect his story to be told before Quinton's or Simon's. The series began with four main characters: Ryan, Evan, Quinton, and Simon. Typically, these four stories would be told first, before you add other characters and stories.
That being said...this was my favorite book from the entire series! It is full of action and suspense from beginning to end. The storyline and characters are terrific!
Overall, a good read. There were a few errors/typos/and the like. Anne brought all the characters together, and it was easy to follow the story line. (Spoiler alert). I really liked the way the author treated Jordan’s left hand issue. She didn’t have him miraculously 100% back to normal after suffering a combat related injury, like some authors do in Romance novels. Jordan’s struggle to constantly move his hand despite the pain, once again reinforces the truth of rehab....no pain, no gain.
If this is the only book in the Pierce Securities Series that you have read, I’d recommend you grab copies of all the books too.
Sigh. Can a girl have too many book boyfriends??? Anne your making my life difficult. LOL once again another smashing hit with pierce securities! Another awesome set of hard knock life trouble written so real and true to life steps in recovering from it all with these kick ass people! Love it.. love the series. So I sleep or go onto then next in the series. Yep. Onto the next one. Don't think I can wait until tomorrow to see what happens next!
This book should have a trigger warning label. So far I’ve liked this series but it was difficult for me to get into this book. There’s a rape happen in the story and what happens between Jordan and Mia is not likely at all. I just can’t see a rape victim wanting to be intimate right after three days of being assulted. The mind can’t heal that fast. I’m not finished reading this yet so I’ll update my review when I’m done.
I enjoyed this romantic suspense; the suspense aspect is more of a thriller but it was engrossing just the same! Jordan is super sexy and I love how protective and patient he was after Mia’s ordeal! Mia was definitely a strong person in general but Jordan is the perfect man for her to lean on every now and then. A few steamy scenes towards the end and HEA make this a great read
Struggling with boring jobs Jordan tries to brighten his nights with his neighbour Mia. There is a mutual attraction there but neither is willing to say anything ... Then Mia is abducted and Jordan realises he's in love with Mia but will he be able to tell her? Great read
I chose to review this book out of the first four books. It is the most heartwrenching of them all so far. The story of Mia and Jordan is very intense. An emotional rollercoaster. They fight back from the lowest of lows. Slowly building back their love, trying to get where they both need to be. Amazing!
A quick read that had some plot points that I hadn’t expected. I haven’t read any others in the series but might look them up when looking for a distracting read between heavier books or just need a break with something different
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. The characters were both relatable and likeable, with a slow burn and twisting plot this book was difficult to put down. Can be read as a standalone but other books in this series are also well worth the read.