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After Dark #2
Pursuit
After falling in love while foiling a terrorist attack, Gunnery Sergeant Tyler Monroe and CIA analyst Brooke Hart have begun to settle into their lives together, but that hasn’t slowed C IA infiltrator and terrorist Nathaniel Lark’s progress. Lark is on the run and options are running thin as the situation grows more desperate. When a plot to eliminate the upper levels of the executive branch is discovered, loyalties must be proven and lines must be crossed. Who will be left standing on each side is anyone’s guess.
The sequel to Infiltration.
The sequel to Infiltration.
240 pages, Paperback
First published June 20, 2017
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About the author
Jackie D.
11 books66 followersJackie D was born and raised in the San Francisco, east bay area of California. She lives with her wife, their son, and their many furry companions. She earned a bachelor's degree in recreation administration and a dual master's degree in management and public administration. She is a Navy veteran and served in Operation Iraqi Freedom as a flight deck director, onboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.
She spends her free time with her wife, friends, family, and their incredibly needy dogs. She enjoys playing golf but is resigned to the fact she would equally enjoy any sport where drinking beer is encouraged during gameplay. Her first book, Infiltration, was a finalist for a Lambda Literary Award. Her fourth book, Lucy's Chance, won a Goldie in 2018.
Jackie is also the co-host of the Podcast, The Weekly Wine Down - which can be found on iTunes, Stitcher, or Podbean.
Website and blog: http://www.jackied-author.com/
She spends her free time with her wife, friends, family, and their incredibly needy dogs. She enjoys playing golf but is resigned to the fact she would equally enjoy any sport where drinking beer is encouraged during gameplay. Her first book, Infiltration, was a finalist for a Lambda Literary Award. Her fourth book, Lucy's Chance, won a Goldie in 2018.
Jackie is also the co-host of the Podcast, The Weekly Wine Down - which can be found on iTunes, Stitcher, or Podbean.
Website and blog: http://www.jackied-author.com/
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August 26, 2017
Wow! Jackie D's 2nd book,is an addictive,slow-burning mystery that fuses classic noir with the intrigue of speculative fiction..crackling with chemistry,this storyline is filled with lots of intense action,sensual and suspenseful romance,where passion and possession becomes two sides of the same coin...CIA,Feds,homegrown terrorist,law enforcement agents etc..the author has obviously researched the materials of this story thoroughly,and that knowledge combine with an amazing storytelling ability and writing,will make this book a hit in the bookstore...highly recommend to everyone it's a fantastic follow-up..plus the plot-twist continues and the story is not over so this series is continuing Yipee!
May 29, 2017
This was an action packed ride, from start to finish! I have read and liked all of Jackie's books, but this is the best so far. There has been noticeable growth in her writing, and she seems to have now found her groove. While, you could read this without reading book 1, I would suggest reading book 1 first, to get all of the characters background.
One of my small complaints about book 1, I thought the big action scene, was not as exciting as I hoped. This book met all my expectations. The action was great and the book had a fast, steady, pace that kept all the pages turning. There is never a dull moment, and I really enjoyed it.
Tyler and Brooke are the main characters again in this book. But instead of just two main characters, there really are four in this book. We are also in the head-space of Jennifer and Caden. Both ladies were in book 1, but they were just supporting characters. It was nice to get to know them more, and I found them both to be likeable. A lot of times authors of a series, when they add new main characters, the main characters from the last book, get left behind. I was so glad this was not the case here. I really liked Tyler and Brooke, and wanted to see more of their relationship. How it was growing and how they were acting as a couple. I really appreciate Jackie growing their relationship, while still writing about new main characters.
This is easy to recommend for action-romance fans. Jackie did a nice job of balancing the romance, with all the action. Not only am I looking forward to book 3, but also any new books Jackie writes. She has made it to my automatic read list for authors.
An ARC was given to me by BSB, for a honest review.
One of my small complaints about book 1, I thought the big action scene, was not as exciting as I hoped. This book met all my expectations. The action was great and the book had a fast, steady, pace that kept all the pages turning. There is never a dull moment, and I really enjoyed it.
Tyler and Brooke are the main characters again in this book. But instead of just two main characters, there really are four in this book. We are also in the head-space of Jennifer and Caden. Both ladies were in book 1, but they were just supporting characters. It was nice to get to know them more, and I found them both to be likeable. A lot of times authors of a series, when they add new main characters, the main characters from the last book, get left behind. I was so glad this was not the case here. I really liked Tyler and Brooke, and wanted to see more of their relationship. How it was growing and how they were acting as a couple. I really appreciate Jackie growing their relationship, while still writing about new main characters.
This is easy to recommend for action-romance fans. Jackie did a nice job of balancing the romance, with all the action. Not only am I looking forward to book 3, but also any new books Jackie writes. She has made it to my automatic read list for authors.
An ARC was given to me by BSB, for a honest review.
October 16, 2019
After having read Pursuit the second book in the After Dark series. Jackie D is very quickly becoming one of my favourite authors. You can count on Jackie D to give you well thought out books. With the feel of a good old classic noir film filled suspends, mystery, intrigue of twists and turns that keep you wanting to find out more.
I highly recommend this book to anyone that enjoys a good thriller!
I highly recommend this book to anyone that enjoys a good thriller!
May 2, 2018
Fantastic. Exciting and action-packed law enforcement thriller. After reading Infiltration (After Dark #1) I was looking forward to the second in this series. And now I hope I don’t have wait so long for book #3. I’m addicted to the journey of this four women.
The main plot is the two main characters from book one, Gunnery Sergeant Tyler Monroe and CIA analyst Brooke Hart. But this story not only follows the two of them but also Jennifer Glass and Caden Styles. Jennifer works with Brook and Caden with Tyler.
Tyler and Brooke now share their life and home. Besides working and settling in their daily life, they also have to fight with homophobic parents.
Jennifer and Caden, we know from book one, but there they were great secondary characters, in this book they are main characters too. They share a hate-love relationship and their push and pull is at the same time nerve-wracking and exciting.
I loved to see more of Tyler and Brooke and their relationship and I also loved the new pairing of Jennifer and Caden and their growing feelings for each other. I really hope to read more of the four of them in another book.
The hunt for right-wing terrorist Lark and the conspiracy, which is reaching much higher than first knew, is thrilling and holds you on your toes. The plot is very well written and I was intrigued and catched from page one.
I highly recommend this story to everybody who loves action-packed thrillers.
My rating 4.5 stars
The main plot is the two main characters from book one, Gunnery Sergeant Tyler Monroe and CIA analyst Brooke Hart. But this story not only follows the two of them but also Jennifer Glass and Caden Styles. Jennifer works with Brook and Caden with Tyler.
Tyler and Brooke now share their life and home. Besides working and settling in their daily life, they also have to fight with homophobic parents.
Jennifer and Caden, we know from book one, but there they were great secondary characters, in this book they are main characters too. They share a hate-love relationship and their push and pull is at the same time nerve-wracking and exciting.
I loved to see more of Tyler and Brooke and their relationship and I also loved the new pairing of Jennifer and Caden and their growing feelings for each other. I really hope to read more of the four of them in another book.
The hunt for right-wing terrorist Lark and the conspiracy, which is reaching much higher than first knew, is thrilling and holds you on your toes. The plot is very well written and I was intrigued and catched from page one.
I highly recommend this story to everybody who loves action-packed thrillers.
My rating 4.5 stars
March 1, 2021
Way more interesting than Book 1 with a lot more action packed drama with guns blazing (ok ok, the guns came out and play more so in the second half of the book) from our 2 Special Agent Monroe and Styles. Plenty of suspense and mystery to keep me going and complete the book within one sitting.
Moving on to Book 3.... soon.
Moving on to Book 3.... soon.
February 5, 2018
When you start this one make sure you have plenty of time to read and enjoy as quickly as you can. It's fast paced and you'll feel a little breathless by the end.
Well rounded characters to root for, good dialogue, believable chemistry, and lots of action make this one a keeper for me. Definitely going into my to be read and enjoyed again pile.
Book 2 in a series. It's best to read the first to get a better understanding of the characters and their motivations, but overall this is a stand alone and you'd be okay jumping into this one without having read the first.
Netgalley ARC received for an unbiased review.
Well rounded characters to root for, good dialogue, believable chemistry, and lots of action make this one a keeper for me. Definitely going into my to be read and enjoyed again pile.
Book 2 in a series. It's best to read the first to get a better understanding of the characters and their motivations, but overall this is a stand alone and you'd be okay jumping into this one without having read the first.
Netgalley ARC received for an unbiased review.
July 13, 2017
Boy am I really enjoying the After Dark series. This was seemed way too short. I definitely wanted more. I love the new couple, Caden and Jennifer. The tension between them was perfect. And it was great checking in with Brooke and Tyler. It's nice to see them all doing their jobs and having those experiences as well as seeing Brooke and Tyler dealing with regular life issues such as Brooke's parents. I certainly hope we don't have to wait too long to get the next installment because it's kept my interest from the first book to this one.
Looking forward to the third After Dark book!!
Looking forward to the third After Dark book!!
June 23, 2023
3 stars
A bit too convoluted and unbelievable, but I still had fun.
I just had to suspend my disbelief a bit more than I wanted.
So I won't read the third book just yet.
A bit too convoluted and unbelievable, but I still had fun.
I just had to suspend my disbelief a bit more than I wanted.
So I won't read the third book just yet.
June 4, 2017
Pursuit by Jackie D
Super short summary: This book is a dynamic fast-moving adventure that keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole time.
Pursuit is the second installment of the After Dark series by Jackie D. If you haven’t read the first one, Infiltration, you don’t have to read it, but I would strongly suggest it. Why? First off, both books are really good. Secondly, you’ll miss some of the character and plot backstories.
Tyler Monroe and Brooke Hart are now officially an item, when we meet back up with them they have been together about a year now and recently moved into a new apartment together. In addition to this couple, we also have two new mains as well. Right, so four leading ladies in total for this one. I promise you it totally works.
Caden Styles and Jennifer Glass have a love hate relationship. Their two besties (Tyler & Brooke) are dating and they work together so basically always in each other’s space. This tends to create a heavy amount of tension because these two love to gibe at each other. They land little hits and ramp up the tension. Like a magnet all they need is flip and boom you have one hot couple.
Of course other that two hot romances you have an action packed adventure of good gals hunting down bat-shit crazy right-wing terrorists. I loved that there is a good balance between the two, enough romance for you to swoon and enough action to keep you fully engaged. Great read, you don’t want to miss this one.
Super short summary: This book is a dynamic fast-moving adventure that keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole time.
Pursuit is the second installment of the After Dark series by Jackie D. If you haven’t read the first one, Infiltration, you don’t have to read it, but I would strongly suggest it. Why? First off, both books are really good. Secondly, you’ll miss some of the character and plot backstories.
Tyler Monroe and Brooke Hart are now officially an item, when we meet back up with them they have been together about a year now and recently moved into a new apartment together. In addition to this couple, we also have two new mains as well. Right, so four leading ladies in total for this one. I promise you it totally works.
Caden Styles and Jennifer Glass have a love hate relationship. Their two besties (Tyler & Brooke) are dating and they work together so basically always in each other’s space. This tends to create a heavy amount of tension because these two love to gibe at each other. They land little hits and ramp up the tension. Like a magnet all they need is flip and boom you have one hot couple.
Of course other that two hot romances you have an action packed adventure of good gals hunting down bat-shit crazy right-wing terrorists. I loved that there is a good balance between the two, enough romance for you to swoon and enough action to keep you fully engaged. Great read, you don’t want to miss this one.
May 28, 2017
So, I openly admit. I did not realise this was the second book of an on going series until about a third of the way through. Like me, you could read this as a stand-alone book or you could do the sensible thing and read the first book first. Not reading the first book in no way diminishes the high quality of this book.
This was my first book by this author and it definately will not be my last. Firstly, I have put book one at the top of my too read list and I am seriously hoping there will be a book three. Well, the author did leave a nice opening for a third. I really liked her fluid writing style and the characters came across as realistic.
There is not much I did not enjoy about this book. The plot was well thought out and it progressed nicely. There are four main characters who are friends and part of a team working for the United Staes Government tracking down a madman and uncovering his plot. The main characters have amazing chemistry. I could not put it down.
Would I recommend this book? Without a doubt YES. Enjoy!
*ARC provided by publisher via NetGalley*
This was my first book by this author and it definately will not be my last. Firstly, I have put book one at the top of my too read list and I am seriously hoping there will be a book three. Well, the author did leave a nice opening for a third. I really liked her fluid writing style and the characters came across as realistic.
There is not much I did not enjoy about this book. The plot was well thought out and it progressed nicely. There are four main characters who are friends and part of a team working for the United Staes Government tracking down a madman and uncovering his plot. The main characters have amazing chemistry. I could not put it down.
Would I recommend this book? Without a doubt YES. Enjoy!
*ARC provided by publisher via NetGalley*
May 18, 2017
First of all, if you haven't readInfiltration, the preceding book in this series, go and do that now! Not only will Pursuit make a lot more sense once you've read the first instalment, it's a kickass book in its own right.
Our leading ladies and their assorted hangers on are still after the same big bad from last time around and things are getting very tense. No more training missions and dummy take-downs, from here on in it's all very much live. While this is very much a traditional thriller, the author has written is very well and you cannot help but root for the characters. The only criticism I would level at this book is that some of the supposedly 'tense' scenes are a bit too drawn out and I found myself wanting to skim a bit to get to the resolution when HLA could begin!
Definitely worth a read though.
Our leading ladies and their assorted hangers on are still after the same big bad from last time around and things are getting very tense. No more training missions and dummy take-downs, from here on in it's all very much live. While this is very much a traditional thriller, the author has written is very well and you cannot help but root for the characters. The only criticism I would level at this book is that some of the supposedly 'tense' scenes are a bit too drawn out and I found myself wanting to skim a bit to get to the resolution when HLA could begin!
Definitely worth a read though.
June 20, 2017
An honest review thanks to NetGalley. This was a great sequel to infiltration if you haven't read infiltration you need to do it before starting this one. This can be read on its own, but you will get a much needed backstory on Lark and see the relationship grow between Tyler and Brooke. I love Jackie D. and feel as if she wrote another amazing book. I liked how the plot unfolded and the surprises that jumped our way while reading. This is a must read book, enjoy.
September 22, 2017
I loved this book.
I loved Pursuit by Jackie D. A great continuation of her series. The action is non stop. Smart capable women taking charge and getting the job done.
I loved Pursuit by Jackie D. A great continuation of her series. The action is non stop. Smart capable women taking charge and getting the job done.
June 10, 2017
*I received this ACR from Netgalley and the Publisher in exchange for an honest review*
This book was well written but it just didn't really spark my interest while reading it. It was not how Jackie D wrote or portrait the characters, all of that was done well, but the topic of the story did just not spare an interest in me.
This book was well written but it just didn't really spark my interest while reading it. It was not how Jackie D wrote or portrait the characters, all of that was done well, but the topic of the story did just not spare an interest in me.
April 11, 2020
I enjoyed very much the romance side of the story, the healthy banters in the group of friends and lovers. They were fun to read
I can see the the author tried hard to have an action plot but I felt it lacks the sense of a master scene. The police task force was too thin (mostly the four main characters) to tackle the most dangerous and most wanted terrorist and hence not quite convincing in that sense.
I can see the the author tried hard to have an action plot but I felt it lacks the sense of a master scene. The police task force was too thin (mostly the four main characters) to tackle the most dangerous and most wanted terrorist and hence not quite convincing in that sense.
June 9, 2017
I haven't read the first book in this series but I will check it out now, because even knowing that the leads end up together, I want to enjoy more of Jackie D's writing. This book is tense, well written and plausible. The only thing I wasn't too sure about was the way one of the character's responded when she had a dilemma but overall the scene setting was crisply handled. The main characters are likeable and although not perfect they are easy to root for. This is a nice addition to the lesfic crime canon and I will watch out for more by Jackie D.
I was given copy of this book by Netgalley in return for an honest review.
I was given copy of this book by Netgalley in return for an honest review.
February 2, 2020
I loved this book. It moves quickly. Homeland Security agents and CIA Intelligence Analysts continue to search for the bad guys. You should read “Infiltration”, the first book in this series to get to know the characters. I hope for a third book soon.
May 2, 2020
I really enjoyed this one. It was great catching up with Brooke, Tyler, Jen, and Caden. It was a fast-paced read and I didn't want to put it down. While I also liked the first book, I thought this one was better. Highly recommend for those that like a little romance with their thrillers.
ARC received from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
ARC received from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
July 25, 2017
Pursuit is an intrigue novel involving a very complex plot against the United States. There is suspense and a little romance. The plot is well planned and the story is fast paced.
The first book written by Jackie D was Infiltration. I thoroughly enjoyed that book. Although you do not need to read Infiltration before Pursuit, I think it would be totally worthwhile to spend more time with characters and the overall plot.
Jackie D did a good job of building each of the character’s roles and personality traits. She has written the storyline line so well by weaving the characters throughout in such a way that their personalities add to the suspenseful story.
There are six main characters in this book. Tyler Monroe and Caden Stiles both work together primarily as field agents for the Office of Homeland Security. Their jobs frequently put them in perilous situations. Brooke Hart and Jennifer Glass work as analysts for the CIA. The last two main characters are Nathaniel Lark, who runs the devious organization that is trying to use its power and money to control countries. The last prominent character is Rowen Knight, a double agent from the French government.
There is romance between Brooke and Tyler which started in Infiltration. In this book Jennifer and Caden are playing the flirting game with a lot of push and pull in their fledgling relationship.
There were some loose ends at the conclusion of Pursuit which could possibly be addressed in a third book in the series. (I am keeping my fingers crossed.) So, readers, do not miss this suspenseful series by Jackie D.
I rate this book 5 stars out of 5 stars.
I was given this ARC in return for a fair and honest review.
The first book written by Jackie D was Infiltration. I thoroughly enjoyed that book. Although you do not need to read Infiltration before Pursuit, I think it would be totally worthwhile to spend more time with characters and the overall plot.
Jackie D did a good job of building each of the character’s roles and personality traits. She has written the storyline line so well by weaving the characters throughout in such a way that their personalities add to the suspenseful story.
There are six main characters in this book. Tyler Monroe and Caden Stiles both work together primarily as field agents for the Office of Homeland Security. Their jobs frequently put them in perilous situations. Brooke Hart and Jennifer Glass work as analysts for the CIA. The last two main characters are Nathaniel Lark, who runs the devious organization that is trying to use its power and money to control countries. The last prominent character is Rowen Knight, a double agent from the French government.
There is romance between Brooke and Tyler which started in Infiltration. In this book Jennifer and Caden are playing the flirting game with a lot of push and pull in their fledgling relationship.
There were some loose ends at the conclusion of Pursuit which could possibly be addressed in a third book in the series. (I am keeping my fingers crossed.) So, readers, do not miss this suspenseful series by Jackie D.
I rate this book 5 stars out of 5 stars.
I was given this ARC in return for a fair and honest review.
August 27, 2018
Awesome sequel to Infiltration, I can't wait for the last book in the series.
February 9, 2020
Review to come!
December 22, 2020
Awesome follow up! Exciting, a real nail bitter!
Great book, kept me on the edge of my seat, also made me frustrated and angry in parts. beauty, love and loyalty, who could ask for more? Not me! Ok maybe another sequel
Great book, kept me on the edge of my seat, also made me frustrated and angry in parts. beauty, love and loyalty, who could ask for more? Not me! Ok maybe another sequel
May 11, 2017
I liked this one better than the first and can't wait to see what happens next. Please keep Tyler, Brooke, Caden and Jennifer and I hope Patrick get more time in the next book.
September 19, 2021
2 - 2.5 stars
I think this could have been a very good story and adventure if the first book was read. I received this arc without knowing or realizing that it was the second book in the series, so this feels more like an "it's me not you" situation. I will say it was very action-packed and easy to root for characters, but I know that I would have had an even more enjoyable time if I had the first book as a foundation for the series so I unfortunately can't give it above a 2 or 2.5 stars.
ARC provided by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review
I think this could have been a very good story and adventure if the first book was read. I received this arc without knowing or realizing that it was the second book in the series, so this feels more like an "it's me not you" situation. I will say it was very action-packed and easy to root for characters, but I know that I would have had an even more enjoyable time if I had the first book as a foundation for the series so I unfortunately can't give it above a 2 or 2.5 stars.
ARC provided by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review
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