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Revenge
My name is Chloe, and I'm a cop in love with a killer.
Fresh out of Quantico, my first FBI assignment is to infiltrate Chicago’s most infamous crime family. My target is tall, dark, and handsome Denton Russell. Son of the family Don, Russell handles a lot of the dirty work… and he knows where all the skeletons are buried.
Denton is an intense, sexy, complicated man. I have a thick FBI file that suggests he’s killed before, but I also see him helping junkies and debtors. The more time I put into my case, the closer I get to taking the whole family down… and to ending up in Denton’s bed.
Our chemistry becomes white-hot passion, and I find myself falling for Denton – even as I discover that he’s dead set on murdering a rival mobster. It’s a personal vendetta, revenge for the death of a girl who happens to look just like me… and Denton will not listen to my pleas for peace.
One minute, I’m in Denton’s arms, experiencing soul-deep love for the first time. The next, I’m trying to convince the FBI that my lover isn’t a cold-blooded killer.
My FBI bosses throw down the gauntlet. Bring in Denton and take down the mob, or lose the career I’ve worked toward for years.
It’s an impossible choice. How can I send Denton to jail, when I’ve already given him my body… and my heart?
More importantly, when my secrets are revealed, will I be strong enough to keep us both alive? Sometimes we must sacrifice what we truly love most, all in the name of REVENGE…
Revenge is a full standalone novel with a HEA and no cliffhangers.
As an added bonus, Revenge also includes a FREE copy of my previous novel Foster. Revenge finishes at about 50% on your kindle.
Fresh out of Quantico, my first FBI assignment is to infiltrate Chicago’s most infamous crime family. My target is tall, dark, and handsome Denton Russell. Son of the family Don, Russell handles a lot of the dirty work… and he knows where all the skeletons are buried.
Denton is an intense, sexy, complicated man. I have a thick FBI file that suggests he’s killed before, but I also see him helping junkies and debtors. The more time I put into my case, the closer I get to taking the whole family down… and to ending up in Denton’s bed.
Our chemistry becomes white-hot passion, and I find myself falling for Denton – even as I discover that he’s dead set on murdering a rival mobster. It’s a personal vendetta, revenge for the death of a girl who happens to look just like me… and Denton will not listen to my pleas for peace.
One minute, I’m in Denton’s arms, experiencing soul-deep love for the first time. The next, I’m trying to convince the FBI that my lover isn’t a cold-blooded killer.
My FBI bosses throw down the gauntlet. Bring in Denton and take down the mob, or lose the career I’ve worked toward for years.
It’s an impossible choice. How can I send Denton to jail, when I’ve already given him my body… and my heart?
More importantly, when my secrets are revealed, will I be strong enough to keep us both alive? Sometimes we must sacrifice what we truly love most, all in the name of REVENGE…
Revenge is a full standalone novel with a HEA and no cliffhangers.
As an added bonus, Revenge also includes a FREE copy of my previous novel Foster. Revenge finishes at about 50% on your kindle.
225 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 11, 2016
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Jessica Ashe
24 books121 followersJessica Ashe is a twenty-six year old lawyer, who has turned her hand to her real passion--writing about alpha males and bad boys. She's likely living vicariously through the heroines in her book until she finds an alpha male of her own.
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February 1, 2016
Aside from being well edited for technicalities, this book is a mess.
Ralph Murphy says this about what makes someone a fan of a song: "What invites the listener into the song is the melody, what keeps them there for a long time is the lyrics."
I feel the same about books. When I open a book, the writing style, or melody - that is the phrasing, tempo, pace, word choices, flow, etc - is what pulls me into the story. What keeps me in the book is the content, or lyrics - that is the plot and characters.
Sadly, the melody is f'd up & the lyrics are like a bad spoof joke.
I'm Not Stupid!
Non-poignant scenes unfold. The characters internally recap the scene. They internally analyze the actual verbatim scene. Sometimes, for good measure, they even add some 'what if' scenarios. It's like watching a movie and having it paused every 5 minutes to read the character's diaries.
^ i just read every single one of those happenings; I don't need recaps.
I don't need multiple pages to follow on WHAT IFS.
I don't need multiple pages of internal questions and analysis on both what has and might yet happen.
Just tell me the story, or better yet... show me the story. Im not too stupid to get it; I promise!
But The MC Very Well May Be
If this chick is an FBI agent then I'm the mfing invisible Navy Seal Go' Go' Power Ranger on top of the pyramid, okay!?!
How many UNDERCOVER FBI agents trying to infiltrate THE MOB would see a number on their phone they don't recognize, immediately assume it's their superior, and answer the call by saying the superior FBI agent's name?
Ya think?
Mary Sue here doesn't have a Clue. Pollyanna? TSTL? Analyzes every fucking move she takes and still takes the wrong steps? Check, Check, and mfing Check. I'm exhausted listening to her ramblings alone.
I digress, but the entire plot line of her having a brain being an FBI agent... Well it's the equivalent to him being a cop -
Nothing Rings True On The Mobster Side Either
Again, if he's a mobster, then I'm reincarnated Al Capone Go' Go' Power Ranger.
He apologizes to his underlings. He leaves witnesses alive and half-kicking. He second guesses himself. He has heart to hearts with his underlings. He takes his PA to meetings with seedy people that owe him money? Like how many bookies and mob bosses carry their secretary around with them on debt collections?!? Lmao.
How many mobsters set up a fake fight scene to test their secretary's loyalty? WTF was that even supposed to tell him about her loyalty? You want the punchline to the joke? He lets himself get stabbed (by accident) during this fake fight. I'm literally LMAO at this shit.
How many mobsters do you know that have in depth unicorn and rainbow conversations with each other r/t their dead BFF and the merits and needs of hiring a PA, and not just a PA... One particular PA... But that hiring her doesn't mean he's replacing his BFF, just replacing a job. Good Gravy is this Dr. Phil?!?
Hell, I'm not even sure if this guy is a man...
From the voice inflictions and word choices to the actual conversation topics and physical actions, nothing about none of this feels authentic in any way.
His character reads exactly as if an inexperienced 45-60 year old housewife from Idaho tried to make up what her version of a mobster would be and sound like & then whitewashed shit like 'ass' out for "butt" and 'fucking' out for "in bed" for good measure.
Kara
Kara is the MMC's dead BFF and PA. Possible lover? Idk? He describes it as a 20-year friendship, but he acts as if she was his Juliet or some shit.
Kara is quite possibly the worst part of the book.
The FMC was picked by the FBI because she looks somewhat like Kara. Fine enough, but does Kara's name have to appear in every paragraph?
He thinks about Kara during EVERY fing scene and every move the FMC makes...
Kara is the OW, albeit a dead and supposed friend, but no less there AT EVERY TURN and a constant chemistry and romance building cock block.
I didn't make it far enough to determine if Kara was a friend w/ benefits, true love deadened, or just a friend the MC compares every woman on earth to. Don't care at this point, either:/
Bottom Line
I once would force myself to finish books like this in an attempt to try and at least find something good in it. It felt like failure not to finish. More often than not, I never found a single redeeming quality after wasting my time. No more! DNF isn't failure, at least not on my part.
And, I will still review whatever portion I've read in the hope of saving others the time, energy, and money should they value the same qualities in a book as I do.
If you value your brain at all... If you know that 2+2 does not equal 1.5 billion... If you like a man whom acts and talks like a man vs a housewife....If you know that Dora The Explorer would NOT make an FBI agent... THEN do not buy this book without reading a sample.
Ralph Murphy says this about what makes someone a fan of a song: "What invites the listener into the song is the melody, what keeps them there for a long time is the lyrics."
I feel the same about books. When I open a book, the writing style, or melody - that is the phrasing, tempo, pace, word choices, flow, etc - is what pulls me into the story. What keeps me in the book is the content, or lyrics - that is the plot and characters.
Sadly, the melody is f'd up & the lyrics are like a bad spoof joke.
I'm Not Stupid!
Non-poignant scenes unfold. The characters internally recap the scene. They internally analyze the actual verbatim scene. Sometimes, for good measure, they even add some 'what if' scenarios. It's like watching a movie and having it paused every 5 minutes to read the character's diaries.
"In that time, I'd interviewed for a job working for a renowned gangster while undercover as an FBI agent, been rejected for that job and wallowed in self-pity, and then been told I did in fact have the job and would start tomorrow."
^ i just read every single one of those happenings; I don't need recaps.
I don't need multiple pages to follow on WHAT IFS.
I don't need multiple pages of internal questions and analysis on both what has and might yet happen.
Just tell me the story, or better yet... show me the story. Im not too stupid to get it; I promise!
But The MC Very Well May Be
If this chick is an FBI agent then I'm the mfing invisible Navy Seal Go' Go' Power Ranger on top of the pyramid, okay!?!
How many UNDERCOVER FBI agents trying to infiltrate THE MOB would see a number on their phone they don't recognize, immediately assume it's their superior, and answer the call by saying the superior FBI agent's name?
"Lois?" I asked as I answered the phone. I didn't recognize the number, but being a senior FBI agent meant Lois had access to a number of different phones..... Shit. I just gave the target of my investigation my boss's name..."
Ya think?
Denton must be in there. I should just keep moving; head to the bathroom and remain unnoticed. But what would Lois say? She wouldn't be impressed if I shied away at the first opportunity of gathering information about Denton and what he was up to. Besides, what kind of undercover agent would I be if I ran away from the action, instead of towards it.
Mary Sue here doesn't have a Clue. Pollyanna? TSTL? Analyzes every fucking move she takes and still takes the wrong steps? Check, Check, and mfing Check. I'm exhausted listening to her ramblings alone.
When people left doors open they wanted you to look in. That had to be true. I'd read it on the internet somewhere.
I digress, but the entire plot line of her
Nothing Rings True On The Mobster Side Either
Again, if he's a mobster, then I'm reincarnated Al Capone Go' Go' Power Ranger.
He apologizes to his underlings. He leaves witnesses alive and half-kicking. He second guesses himself. He has heart to hearts with his underlings. He takes his PA to meetings with seedy people that owe him money? Like how many bookies and mob bosses carry their secretary around with them on debt collections?!? Lmao.
How many mobsters set up a fake fight scene to test their secretary's loyalty? WTF was that even supposed to tell him about her loyalty? You want the punchline to the joke? He lets himself get stabbed (by accident) during this fake fight. I'm literally LMAO at this shit.
How many mobsters do you know that have in depth unicorn and rainbow conversations with each other r/t their dead BFF and the merits and needs of hiring a PA, and not just a PA... One particular PA... But that hiring her doesn't mean he's replacing his BFF, just replacing a job. Good Gravy is this Dr. Phil?!?
Hell, I'm not even sure if this guy is a man...
"The second I went near the dance floor, women flocked towards me and started not so subtly grinding their asses against me as if rubbing their butts on my thighs was supposed to turn me on. The worst thing was, no matter what the general public thought, you could not tell how good a woman was in bed by the way she danced. That had let me down on a number of occasions. A far more reliable indicator was the way a woman engaged you in conversation. I had a perfect success rate in predicting who would be good in bed by looking at the way they reacted to jokes and keeping an eye out for those with a cheeky scene of humor."
From the voice inflictions and word choices to the actual conversation topics and physical actions, nothing about none of this feels authentic in any way.
His character reads exactly as if an inexperienced 45-60 year old housewife from Idaho tried to make up what her version of a mobster would be and sound like & then whitewashed shit like 'ass' out for "butt" and 'fucking' out for "in bed" for good measure.
Kara
Kara is the MMC's dead BFF and PA. Possible lover? Idk? He describes it as a 20-year friendship, but he acts as if she was his Juliet or some shit.
Kara is quite possibly the worst part of the book.
The FMC was picked by the FBI because she looks somewhat like Kara. Fine enough, but does Kara's name have to appear in every paragraph?
He thinks about Kara during EVERY fing scene and every move the FMC makes...
She looked completely different and not at all like Kara when she smiled.
I found it surprisingly easy to talk with her, and I didn't think it had anything to do with her resemblance to Kara.
"Vodka tonic okay?" I asked. I'd ordered Kara's favorite drink without even thinking about it. I probably looked like one of those assholes who ordered food for the lady in a restaurant without even asking.
Kara is the OW, albeit a dead and supposed friend, but no less there AT EVERY TURN and a constant chemistry and romance building cock block.
I didn't make it far enough to determine if Kara was a friend w/ benefits, true love deadened, or just a friend the MC compares every woman on earth to. Don't care at this point, either:/
Bottom Line
I once would force myself to finish books like this in an attempt to try and at least find something good in it. It felt like failure not to finish. More often than not, I never found a single redeeming quality after wasting my time. No more! DNF isn't failure, at least not on my part.
And, I will still review whatever portion I've read in the hope of saving others the time, energy, and money should they value the same qualities in a book as I do.
If you value your brain at all... If you know that 2+2 does not equal 1.5 billion... If you like a man whom acts and talks like a man vs a housewife....If you know that Dora The Explorer would NOT make an FBI agent... THEN do not buy this book without reading a sample.
March 22, 2018
I wasn't quite sure about the story at start because I'm not one for cop "criminal" stories, but this one is actually a good one. Not great but good!
It had a bit of drama, angst and steam in it. At first I was confused as to who Kara actually was but once Denton spoke about it it became clear and from then on I could enjoy it a bit more.
Some part were eye-rolling but otherwise I would say give it a go!
It had a bit of drama, angst and steam in it. At first I was confused as to who Kara actually was but once Denton spoke about it it became clear and from then on I could enjoy it a bit more.
Some part were eye-rolling but otherwise I would say give it a go!
January 13, 2016
Standalone, no cheating and a HEA - yes!
I really enjoyed reading Chloe and Denton's story. There was a light and at times humorous side to it that I didn't expect and it added so much more entertainment to the story. This is the second book I've read by Jessica Ashe and I'm officially a fan as they were both entertaining and well-developed stories.
Denton is the mobster son playboy kind of character, but with a good heart you don't expect. It said a lot about him how he was always trying to be different from his dad. From how he handled debt collections to getting justice for the death of his childhood friend, Kara. I wasn't sure what kind of character Chloe would be in the story. I had the stereotypical, tough and ballsy undercover/authority heroine in mind, but I loved how the author created such a well-rounded character. This is Chloe's first assignment with the FBI so she's very green and nervous and she knows it. She has a kind and sweet way about her, but also quick witted and a strong sense of right and wrong. When Denton meets her... that's it for him. I loved that about him! It was implied there'd been a lot of women in his life, but you never saw that side and he didn't act like an arrogant playboy. Ok, he was a little arrogant, but it was all part of what added up to be a likable and complex hero.
At the beginning of the book, Jessica Ashe mentions you should really read Foster before this one. The two stories end up connecting, but I do think you can read this as a standalone as it's not related to the main plot. I hesitate saying that because I loved Foster and everyone should read it anyway! Looking back, it was very clever how subtle the clues were to tie the worlds together. They were smoothly woven into the story without being forced and I loved getting to see Foster and April again!
I am left wondering if we'll get to see if one of the characters (you'll know at the end) will get their own story? If anything, I'd love it just to see Foster, April, Denton and Chloe again!
I received a copy of this book from the author for an honest review (thank you!!).
I really enjoyed reading Chloe and Denton's story. There was a light and at times humorous side to it that I didn't expect and it added so much more entertainment to the story. This is the second book I've read by Jessica Ashe and I'm officially a fan as they were both entertaining and well-developed stories.
Denton is the mobster son playboy kind of character, but with a good heart you don't expect. It said a lot about him how he was always trying to be different from his dad. From how he handled debt collections to getting justice for the death of his childhood friend, Kara. I wasn't sure what kind of character Chloe would be in the story. I had the stereotypical, tough and ballsy undercover/authority heroine in mind, but I loved how the author created such a well-rounded character. This is Chloe's first assignment with the FBI so she's very green and nervous and she knows it. She has a kind and sweet way about her, but also quick witted and a strong sense of right and wrong. When Denton meets her... that's it for him. I loved that about him! It was implied there'd been a lot of women in his life, but you never saw that side and he didn't act like an arrogant playboy. Ok, he was a little arrogant, but it was all part of what added up to be a likable and complex hero.
At the beginning of the book, Jessica Ashe mentions you should really read Foster before this one. The two stories end up connecting, but I do think you can read this as a standalone as it's not related to the main plot. I hesitate saying that because I loved Foster and everyone should read it anyway! Looking back, it was very clever how subtle the clues were to tie the worlds together. They were smoothly woven into the story without being forced and I loved getting to see Foster and April again!
I am left wondering if we'll get to see if one of the characters (you'll know at the end) will get their own story? If anything, I'd love it just to see Foster, April, Denton and Chloe again!
I received a copy of this book from the author for an honest review (thank you!!).
January 13, 2016
***I am providing an honest and unbiased review based on a free copy that I was given.***
This was the first book that i have read by this author, and I found it to be a really good read.
We meet Denton, a typical bad boy, hell bent on revenge on the person that murdered someone close to him.
Chloe is a strong woman, with a job that puts her in contact with Denton.
Sparks fly and these two get close, when one of them is supposed to be watching the other.
This was a read that kept you wanting to carry on right until the end
This was the first book that i have read by this author, and I found it to be a really good read.
We meet Denton, a typical bad boy, hell bent on revenge on the person that murdered someone close to him.
Chloe is a strong woman, with a job that puts her in contact with Denton.
Sparks fly and these two get close, when one of them is supposed to be watching the other.
This was a read that kept you wanting to carry on right until the end
January 27, 2016
3 in 1 book... Easy & lol moments but nothing omg wow... Still liked it.
January 18, 2016
Another great read by Jessica, she never fails to supply the heat and chemistry between her characters and never forget the banter and humour which keeps a grin plastered on your face.
January 14, 2016
I received this for an honest review by author through Hidden Gem. This was a great story. I have never read any books from this author and love it when I am introduce to someone new. I will defiantly have to check out more books from this author in the near future.
Chloe was walking into a situation that she was not use to. It was her first assignment. She was an agent for the FBI. The FBI were looking into Russell crime family. She was excited and nervous at the same time. They made her look like Kara which was Denton Russell’s dead PA and someone he cared about.
Denton wanted revenge for the death of his long time friend Kara. It hurt to know that she was dead and it was due to someone trying to get to him. His father wanted him to get a new PA but Denton was having issues replacing Kara. Now here was this girl applying for the job that look just like Kara.
Denton was testing Chloe to see if she is trust worthy. Chloe was starting to feel that though Denton’s father deserved prison she felt Denton did not. Can she guide him away from getting revenge for Kara.
Things get interesting between Denton and Chloe. They are highly attracted to each other. Will Chloe be able to keep her cover? How will Denton react if he finds out? Will Chloe remain safe?
Chloe was walking into a situation that she was not use to. It was her first assignment. She was an agent for the FBI. The FBI were looking into Russell crime family. She was excited and nervous at the same time. They made her look like Kara which was Denton Russell’s dead PA and someone he cared about.
Denton wanted revenge for the death of his long time friend Kara. It hurt to know that she was dead and it was due to someone trying to get to him. His father wanted him to get a new PA but Denton was having issues replacing Kara. Now here was this girl applying for the job that look just like Kara.
Denton was testing Chloe to see if she is trust worthy. Chloe was starting to feel that though Denton’s father deserved prison she felt Denton did not. Can she guide him away from getting revenge for Kara.
Things get interesting between Denton and Chloe. They are highly attracted to each other. Will Chloe be able to keep her cover? How will Denton react if he finds out? Will Chloe remain safe?
January 18, 2016
Revenge by Jessica Ashe
Designation: Standalone, but does have a brief appearance by Foster from a previous novel
Denton Russell is out for revenge….he is looking for the man who killed Kara, the person he cared about most in the world. He is second in command of the biggest crime syndicate in Chicago.
Chloe Tamworth is going undercover as his PA to try to bring down his father, the crime boss and possibly Denton. She is new to the FBI and this is her first undercover assignment. In typical fashion he falls for his good looks and crosses the line to be more than just his PA in the office.
I really loved the story, but unfortunately it was a difficult read and the dialogue was a bit youthful. I typically enjoy the bad boy alpha stories, but this one just was not a page turner for me. There is a note in the beginning that you should read Foster before Revenge and Jessica actually includes it, so it is a 2-for-1 deal. I don’t think you really need to read Foster since he only appears in the second to the last chapter and he does not impact the bulk of the plot.
Hero: Denton Russel 4 stars
Heroine: Chloe Tamworth/Norton 4 stars
Steam Level: 4 stars
Plot: 4 stars
Cliffhanger: no
I was provided a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Designation: Standalone, but does have a brief appearance by Foster from a previous novel
Denton Russell is out for revenge….he is looking for the man who killed Kara, the person he cared about most in the world. He is second in command of the biggest crime syndicate in Chicago.
Chloe Tamworth is going undercover as his PA to try to bring down his father, the crime boss and possibly Denton. She is new to the FBI and this is her first undercover assignment. In typical fashion he falls for his good looks and crosses the line to be more than just his PA in the office.
I really loved the story, but unfortunately it was a difficult read and the dialogue was a bit youthful. I typically enjoy the bad boy alpha stories, but this one just was not a page turner for me. There is a note in the beginning that you should read Foster before Revenge and Jessica actually includes it, so it is a 2-for-1 deal. I don’t think you really need to read Foster since he only appears in the second to the last chapter and he does not impact the bulk of the plot.
Hero: Denton Russel 4 stars
Heroine: Chloe Tamworth/Norton 4 stars
Steam Level: 4 stars
Plot: 4 stars
Cliffhanger: no
I was provided a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
January 15, 2016
Please note: I received a copy of this book as an ARC in exchange for an honest review (Thank you!)
Denton was set on revenge after Roddy Barton murdered the most important person in his life. She didn’t deserve to die and now Denton will make sure Roddy pays. Denton doesn’t plan on caring so much for anyone again…until he meets Chloe. Her first FBI investigation has her working as Denton’s personal assistant. She finds herself seeing the kindness in him and can’t fathom him being a cold-blooded murderer. Will she be able to keep him out of trouble before it’s too late?
Woo hoo! Revenge is another fantastic bad boy romance from Ms. Ashe! She’s already on my “favorite author” list and holds more than one place in my “to be read” pile. The interaction between the hero and heroine was always fun, often sexy, and kept me anxiously reading to find more. I was on one ledge or another every step of the way with this story and loved every minute of it. The twists and turns will keep your attention, along with the characters trying to keep their ongoing secrets. You won’t be able to put this, or any other, Jessica Ashe romance down. I promise! 5 Stars!
Denton was set on revenge after Roddy Barton murdered the most important person in his life. She didn’t deserve to die and now Denton will make sure Roddy pays. Denton doesn’t plan on caring so much for anyone again…until he meets Chloe. Her first FBI investigation has her working as Denton’s personal assistant. She finds herself seeing the kindness in him and can’t fathom him being a cold-blooded murderer. Will she be able to keep him out of trouble before it’s too late?
Woo hoo! Revenge is another fantastic bad boy romance from Ms. Ashe! She’s already on my “favorite author” list and holds more than one place in my “to be read” pile. The interaction between the hero and heroine was always fun, often sexy, and kept me anxiously reading to find more. I was on one ledge or another every step of the way with this story and loved every minute of it. The twists and turns will keep your attention, along with the characters trying to keep their ongoing secrets. You won’t be able to put this, or any other, Jessica Ashe romance down. I promise! 5 Stars!
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January 13, 2016 received this book as an ARC in exchange for an honest review. "Revenge: A Bad Boy Romance" is the first book that I have read by Jessica Ashe, and definitely not my last.
The book is written from the point of view of the 2 main characters, Denton & Chloe. I enjoyed how the book flowed and the author developed her characters. Denton is the bad boy son of a mobster. Chloe is fresh out of the Farm at Langley, an FBI agent. Chloe is sent in undercover to investigate Denton's family and take them down. Chloe's smart mouth gets her in trouble a few times and it really keeps Denton on his toes around her. Chloe goes in with her heart and believes that Denton deep down is not the evil man that her FBI bosses are making him out to be. Chloe will do anything in her power to save him.
I loved that this book also had some laugh out loud humour and that it kept me riveted until the very last page. I enjoyed the pace of the book and how she combined romance, suspense and humour throughout it. I will definitely be reading more of this author.
The book is written from the point of view of the 2 main characters, Denton & Chloe. I enjoyed how the book flowed and the author developed her characters. Denton is the bad boy son of a mobster. Chloe is fresh out of the Farm at Langley, an FBI agent. Chloe is sent in undercover to investigate Denton's family and take them down. Chloe's smart mouth gets her in trouble a few times and it really keeps Denton on his toes around her. Chloe goes in with her heart and believes that Denton deep down is not the evil man that her FBI bosses are making him out to be. Chloe will do anything in her power to save him.
I loved that this book also had some laugh out loud humour and that it kept me riveted until the very last page. I enjoyed the pace of the book and how she combined romance, suspense and humour throughout it. I will definitely be reading more of this author.
January 17, 2016
This type of book is right up my alley! Strong characters, steamy scenes, and a mystery to unravel.....
Chloe is a new FBI agent thrust into her first undercover assignment in order to take down Denton, the son of a notorious Chicago mob boss. She looks very similar to someone from Denton's past so she figures it will be an easy takedown. She doesn't anticipate the chemistry between them and how well the get along. As things progress she has to decide if she's willing to sacrifice her career for a chance at romance, or sacrifice romance for her career.
I love how these characters and the way they get along as well as how their personalities come across the pages. I also liked how this book tied into Foster (which I recommend you read first). I very much enjoyed this book and love how Jessica Ashe writes!
**I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review**
Chloe is a new FBI agent thrust into her first undercover assignment in order to take down Denton, the son of a notorious Chicago mob boss. She looks very similar to someone from Denton's past so she figures it will be an easy takedown. She doesn't anticipate the chemistry between them and how well the get along. As things progress she has to decide if she's willing to sacrifice her career for a chance at romance, or sacrifice romance for her career.
I love how these characters and the way they get along as well as how their personalities come across the pages. I also liked how this book tied into Foster (which I recommend you read first). I very much enjoyed this book and love how Jessica Ashe writes!
**I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review**
March 2, 2016
I received an ARC for my honest review.
This is my second Jessica Ashe book I have read and she is fast becoming a favorite.
This is a story of Denton who's father is a notorious mafia boss in Chicago. Denton just recently lost his best friend and is seeking revenge.
Chloe is an undercover FBI agent on her first assignment who is assigned to take Denton and his father down. When the two meet and spend time together the both realize that the other is not what they seem.
What I like about Jessica's books is the dialog she writes between her characters. Its charming, witty and honest which I love. The relationship build up is well done as well. I did get a little confused with some of the plot points that I felt were added as an after thought rather than driving the story.
That being said this is another solid book by this author and I will continue to search her books out.
This is my second Jessica Ashe book I have read and she is fast becoming a favorite.
This is a story of Denton who's father is a notorious mafia boss in Chicago. Denton just recently lost his best friend and is seeking revenge.
Chloe is an undercover FBI agent on her first assignment who is assigned to take Denton and his father down. When the two meet and spend time together the both realize that the other is not what they seem.
What I like about Jessica's books is the dialog she writes between her characters. Its charming, witty and honest which I love. The relationship build up is well done as well. I did get a little confused with some of the plot points that I felt were added as an after thought rather than driving the story.
That being said this is another solid book by this author and I will continue to search her books out.
January 13, 2016
This is a really great bad boy romance with several twists and turns throughout and it kept me guessing the entire time. I really liked the surprise twist at the end and look forward to reading more from this author in the future. I liked how even though Chloe is an FBI agent working undercover hoping to bring down Denton and his father, the two of them develop strong feelings for each other and are able to get past the initial deceptions. Denton is not the true bad boy that Chloe first believes him to be and they end up working together. I loved the chemistry between Chloe and Denton and couldn't get enough of them together. I highly recommend this book to anyone and I received a copy of this book from Hidden Gems in exchange for an honest review.
January 16, 2016
An FBI agent & a notorious mobster? With mixed personalities, agendas, danger and love creepin, this duo’s just waiting to combust. Their witty banter, teasing and flirting is just adorable.
Denton is determined not to follow in his father’s footsteps, determined to do things differently. Track down & dole out a hella punishment of a lifetime.
Denton is blasted back to his past during his first encounter with Chloe.
Playing undercover, Chloe is determined to do what she was set out to do..
This is a first Jessica Ashe for me. Even though I’ve never read her previous bad boys, I didn’t feel gyped the slightest! Looking forward to the next round.
I was graciously gifted a copy in exchange for an honest review.
Denton is determined not to follow in his father’s footsteps, determined to do things differently. Track down & dole out a hella punishment of a lifetime.
Denton is blasted back to his past during his first encounter with Chloe.
Playing undercover, Chloe is determined to do what she was set out to do..
This is a first Jessica Ashe for me. Even though I’ve never read her previous bad boys, I didn’t feel gyped the slightest! Looking forward to the next round.
I was graciously gifted a copy in exchange for an honest review.
January 18, 2016
I received this book as an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.
Chloe the undercover FBI agent just out of training trying to help put him and his dad behind bars. She gets a job as Denton's PA to get him to trust her so she can get evidence to put them in jail. As she gets to know Denton she doesn't believe he's as bad as the agency has makes him out to be. Denton put Chloe trust to a test he takes her to collect debts. Chloe knows that Denton's friend Kara was murdered but then finds out that he wants to kill the person responsible eye for and eye. Chloe knows he's not a murderer and can be a better man.Denton and Chloe become close and she feels the need to protect him.What about Chloe's job?(Read to Find )
Chloe the undercover FBI agent just out of training trying to help put him and his dad behind bars. She gets a job as Denton's PA to get him to trust her so she can get evidence to put them in jail. As she gets to know Denton she doesn't believe he's as bad as the agency has makes him out to be. Denton put Chloe trust to a test he takes her to collect debts. Chloe knows that Denton's friend Kara was murdered but then finds out that he wants to kill the person responsible eye for and eye. Chloe knows he's not a murderer and can be a better man.Denton and Chloe become close and she feels the need to protect him.What about Chloe's job?(Read to Find )
January 20, 2016
I received this arc in an exchange for an honest review. Foster the previous novel is also included in this book. I haven't read that one yet but I will soon. The main characters are Chloe and Denton. Chloe has been sent on her first undercover assignment to work for Denton to gather information to bring down his father who happens to be a mobster. The interaction between Chloe and Denton was hilarious. They were both so much fun and always joking around with each other and the chemistry was so obvious I knew they would be great together. There's a few twists that I honestly didn't see coming but they made sense towards the end. I do recommend this book to everyone.
January 13, 2016
Revenge
I am providing an honest and unbiased review based on a free copy that i was given.
I had not read anything from this author before receiving this ARC. To say I was surprised and more than a little impressed would be an understatement. It very well written with a great story line. The author also added an extra book Foster as well. You don't have to read it first but the characters do come into play at the end of Revenge. Plus it was a great story. Definitely looking forward to reading more!!!
January 21, 2016
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review....
Amazing story! Denton and Chloe are hot together. They are easily relatable and the plot is interesting. I NEVER saw the ending coming! Of course, it was great to see Foster and April again (I love those two as well!). I was hooked from the very beginning as is normal with Jessica Ashe's stories. I couldn't put it down once I started reading. The plot was different from others that I've read - I liked the FBI aspect of it. I can't wait to see what Jessica has for us next!
Amazing story! Denton and Chloe are hot together. They are easily relatable and the plot is interesting. I NEVER saw the ending coming! Of course, it was great to see Foster and April again (I love those two as well!). I was hooked from the very beginning as is normal with Jessica Ashe's stories. I couldn't put it down once I started reading. The plot was different from others that I've read - I liked the FBI aspect of it. I can't wait to see what Jessica has for us next!
May 2, 2016
I received an ARC for my honest review.
I thought I had it figured out who the bad guy was but I was wrong! Denton is a mobster's son, Chloe an undercover FBI agent. So you have intrigue, sex and mystery all in one great book. This book had twist and turns that I enjoy. Once I started reading I couldn't put the book down. This is my 2nd book by Jessica Ashe and it certainly want be my last! If you like a book where a good girl meets bad boy and gets him to turn his life around, then this is the book for you.
I thought I had it figured out who the bad guy was but I was wrong! Denton is a mobster's son, Chloe an undercover FBI agent. So you have intrigue, sex and mystery all in one great book. This book had twist and turns that I enjoy. Once I started reading I couldn't put the book down. This is my 2nd book by Jessica Ashe and it certainly want be my last! If you like a book where a good girl meets bad boy and gets him to turn his life around, then this is the book for you.
January 13, 2016
Gifted an ARC for an honest review…….
A different take on the bad boy mafia type guy with a heart of slightly tarnished gold. Chloe and Denton were both well developed characters, sympathetic, and interesting. I liked the twists and turns the book took, keeping the reader engaged. A final surprise I wish was more developed…I would have read another couple of chapters to hear more about that, but overall a good quick read.
A different take on the bad boy mafia type guy with a heart of slightly tarnished gold. Chloe and Denton were both well developed characters, sympathetic, and interesting. I liked the twists and turns the book took, keeping the reader engaged. A final surprise I wish was more developed…I would have read another couple of chapters to hear more about that, but overall a good quick read.
January 16, 2016
This is a really great bad boy romance -- an FBI agent and a gangster. Really hot; sparks flying and it pulled me right in from the first word. If you're looking for a great story with opposites who definitely attract, this should be on your TBR list, probably at the top.
I received an ARC of this book from the author in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and words here are entirely my own.
I received an ARC of this book from the author in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and words here are entirely my own.
February 4, 2016
Undercover FBI agent and you fall for the guy your investigating. What do you do?!
OK so first great book! Loved the story line. And the characters. The way everything goes is just great. I still need to read foster, the book before thus one but I really did enjoy it. It was different but good different :)
So would I recommend this book? yes. Absolutely
Would I reread this book? yes. I enjoyed it.
I received this book for my honest review! !
OK so first great book! Loved the story line. And the characters. The way everything goes is just great. I still need to read foster, the book before thus one but I really did enjoy it. It was different but good different :)
So would I recommend this book? yes. Absolutely
Would I reread this book? yes. I enjoyed it.
I received this book for my honest review! !
January 13, 2016
Denton and Chloe have a unique situation. Neither one knows just how unusual either. An FBI agent and a mobster...
Don't get too excited by the line about Foster characters appearing in this novel, it's just a cameo. It does give you some closure though and a smile.
I received an ARC for an honest review.
Don't get too excited by the line about Foster characters appearing in this novel, it's just a cameo. It does give you some closure though and a smile.
I received an ARC for an honest review.
January 13, 2016
I was given a free copy for an honest review and OMG what a fantastic book.
Denton and Chloe are the most perfect characters I've read in a long time.
I liked in parts you could have a good laugh. There was a really good balance to this book.
I will definitely be looking into more books by this author.
Denton and Chloe are the most perfect characters I've read in a long time.
I liked in parts you could have a good laugh. There was a really good balance to this book.
I will definitely be looking into more books by this author.
February 3, 2016
** ARC given on behalf of obsessed by books for an honest review * *
This was a great read. Denton was a surprise, he has the bad boy down pat but he also has a soft, loving side and you can tell that being a better man is what he wants, then he meets Chloe and things just don't seem as easy. The chemistry between the two is very hot, I really enjoyed it.
This was a great read. Denton was a surprise, he has the bad boy down pat but he also has a soft, loving side and you can tell that being a better man is what he wants, then he meets Chloe and things just don't seem as easy. The chemistry between the two is very hot, I really enjoyed it.
December 1, 2016
Sweet and sexy bad boy romance with a happily ever after.
I liked that the book was a sweet and sexy romance and had a hea. What I didn't care for was it was not very realistic and that is ok, I like fantasy. The other little thing was editing errors or misses. Most I can just zip over, but a few I had to reread to understand what was meant. Over all, cute story.
I liked that the book was a sweet and sexy romance and had a hea. What I didn't care for was it was not very realistic and that is ok, I like fantasy. The other little thing was editing errors or misses. Most I can just zip over, but a few I had to reread to understand what was meant. Over all, cute story.
January 13, 2016
The undercover FBI Agent and the Criminal/Mobster. great story with a HEA. Another great bad boy book by Jessica Ashe. I love the happy ending for Doris to from the book Foster..
Received a ARC copy for a honest review.
Received a ARC copy for a honest review.
April 6, 2016
Jessica's books keep getting better and better. I absolutely loved it. So many twists and turns I didn't see coming. Loved the epilogue but I do wish it would have been longer. Don't think! Just one-click, trust me!
January 17, 2016
Chloe and Denton plus the mob...
add some spice, romance, mystery and humor and you have yourself and great and wonderful book.
Enjoy this ARC given to me for my opinion . , and can't wait to read more. Jessica Ashe has a new stalker in JustaBooklovinJunkie!!!
add some spice, romance, mystery and humor and you have yourself and great and wonderful book.
Enjoy this ARC given to me for my opinion . , and can't wait to read more. Jessica Ashe has a new stalker in JustaBooklovinJunkie!!!
June 22, 2016
I normally hate mob books but this was an extra in another Jessica Ashe book, so I read it. I liked it. There was some drama, some steam, and some romance. While the storyline was a bit predictable, it is the writing and characters that really makes me like this author.
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