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Special Ops: Tribute #3
Twice Tempted
Desperate to save her coffeehouse from ruin, the last thing Leia Bellamy needs in her life is a man … especially when it’s the same one who deserted her after their shotgun wedding when she was 20 years old.
But eight years have passed, and the young ensign she loved is now a hardened warrior and Navy SEAL, Lieutenant Aidan MacDermott.
When Aidan returns to Annapolis for the promotion ceremony of his former SEAL commander, all Leia wants to do is avoid him for his two-week stay… a taller order than she can manage since he’s part owner in the ice cream shop next door to her coffeehouse.
Aidan barely resembles the man who reluctantly broke Leia’s heart solely to protect her dreams of a future—a secret he never revealed to her.
But the truth comes out when destiny—and a lovable dog—seem determined to give Aidan and Leia a second chance at love.
But eight years have passed, and the young ensign she loved is now a hardened warrior and Navy SEAL, Lieutenant Aidan MacDermott.
When Aidan returns to Annapolis for the promotion ceremony of his former SEAL commander, all Leia wants to do is avoid him for his two-week stay… a taller order than she can manage since he’s part owner in the ice cream shop next door to her coffeehouse.
Aidan barely resembles the man who reluctantly broke Leia’s heart solely to protect her dreams of a future—a secret he never revealed to her.
But the truth comes out when destiny—and a lovable dog—seem determined to give Aidan and Leia a second chance at love.
239 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 7, 2017
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About the author
Kate Aster
30 books344 followersWhen Kate Aster was in fifth grade, she wrote her debut novel on a spiral-bound notebook–a science fiction which ended with the tragic destruction of all humanity.
Fortunately, she’s gotten a lot more upbeat.
Now preferring romantic settings and blissfully happy endings, Kate just released her eighth book available on Amazon.
Kate is an avid snorkeler, “beach read” fanatic, and margarita connoisseur. She is so grateful for the support and positive reviews from her readers. Thank you!
If you’d like to be notified when Kate’s next book is available, please fill out the contact form on her website to be added to her mailing list. Thanks so much for your interest!
Fortunately, she’s gotten a lot more upbeat.
Now preferring romantic settings and blissfully happy endings, Kate just released her eighth book available on Amazon.
Kate is an avid snorkeler, “beach read” fanatic, and margarita connoisseur. She is so grateful for the support and positive reviews from her readers. Thank you!
If you’d like to be notified when Kate’s next book is available, please fill out the contact form on her website to be added to her mailing list. Thanks so much for your interest!
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December 10, 2023
Loved every second of this
June 8, 2019
I really didn't like the book. It was just weird that he left and moved on and acted so nonchalant about the whole thing. They were married for goodness sake. Oh well. Just not my type of story. Both of them had other partners and it was just too new adulty for me. I didn't even care if they stayed together. Skimmed the last 35% of it. Just wanted it over.
June 9, 2017
5 Stars +
It is so great!!! I can't say enough great things about this book!!! Kate writes the most real life romances. I am always waiting for her next book to be published. I've read all her books and Can highly recommend them especial!y this latest!!! Enjoy!!!!
It is so great!!! I can't say enough great things about this book!!! Kate writes the most real life romances. I am always waiting for her next book to be published. I've read all her books and Can highly recommend them especial!y this latest!!! Enjoy!!!!
June 1, 2021
I am such a sucker for second chances and Aidan and Leia barely counted as a first chance 8 years ago. But destiny, fluke, or Devine appointment takes place and spending a little time together has wheels turning once again. I could definitely understand the reasons for Aidan's decisions 8 years prior and I also understood Leia' years of anger. But I so badly wanted their puzzle pieces to finally fall into place. I just couldn't see a way for that to happen. (Been there, done that, puzzle never happened.) So glad that for the outcome of their story! This does have an HEA, but it's not an easy one. Their puzzle has a bit of a different shape. I'd love to see a novella for a continuation of Aidan and Leia's story! Wonderful characters, awesome description of people, places and things! I've really enjoyed this series!
July 16, 2017
5 stars! I just just about everything that Ms. Aster writes and when I saw that this was a second chance romance, I knew it was going to be a winner... and I couldn't have been more right! I just adored Aidan. He left Leia 8 years ago because he thought he was doing what was best for her, and I could completely sympathize with him. Leia has made her dreams come true despite cutting ties with some of the most important people in her life. She was funny, independent, and determined. When these two finally reconnected, I couldn't get enough!
I liked the plot of this novel a lot, and the romance progressed at a perfect pace. A great military romance and a fabulous addition to the series. Can't wait for more!
I liked the plot of this novel a lot, and the romance progressed at a perfect pace. A great military romance and a fabulous addition to the series. Can't wait for more!
June 13, 2017
Eight years ago Leia Bellamy and Ensign Aidan MacDermott were married for less than 24 hours. Leia has since opened a coffee shop and learned that she can only rely on herself. Aidan MacDermott learned that he needed to prove himself... so he joined the SEALs. They are brought back together for one week.
Why I started this book: Aster spins a good yarn about life with a Navy man and living in Annapolis.
Why I finished it: Swift read, perfect beach book.
Why I started this book: Aster spins a good yarn about life with a Navy man and living in Annapolis.
Why I finished it: Swift read, perfect beach book.
July 14, 2021
I enjoyed this book - both characters have appeared in other books in the series. The cast is familiar and while you wouldn’t need to read the rest of the series to enjoy this it’s probably worth doing so to fully understand all of the characters back stories.
Taking place in Annapolis, Aidan and Leia take a second chance at their first love. Are they able to get past the previous hurts and move on to a future with business setbacks and the possibility of a change in lifestyle in the air?
Taking place in Annapolis, Aidan and Leia take a second chance at their first love. Are they able to get past the previous hurts and move on to a future with business setbacks and the possibility of a change in lifestyle in the air?
May 4, 2022
finally!
At last Aidan and Leia get a second chance after they were so cruelly torn apart. Aidan gave her up with the best of intentions but Leia neither knew nor cared she was heartbroken and hadn’t forgiven or forgotten him. Fate gave him another opportunity to win her back and he’s determined to take it with both hands. All the gang are included and it’s a wonderful conclusion to a fabulous series.
At last Aidan and Leia get a second chance after they were so cruelly torn apart. Aidan gave her up with the best of intentions but Leia neither knew nor cared she was heartbroken and hadn’t forgiven or forgotten him. Fate gave him another opportunity to win her back and he’s determined to take it with both hands. All the gang are included and it’s a wonderful conclusion to a fabulous series.
June 14, 2017
Another great book.
I wish there were more stars for me to choose. Once again another awesome book. You will be hooked from the first page, to the end. I also recommend all of her books. She is an amazing author, and I have never been disappointed. I'm so looking forward to her next book.
I wish there were more stars for me to choose. Once again another awesome book. You will be hooked from the first page, to the end. I also recommend all of her books. She is an amazing author, and I have never been disappointed. I'm so looking forward to her next book.
August 9, 2017
Love, love, love and Crabby coffee too!
I have fallen in love with Annapolis! I have read every single one of Kate Aster's books and she gets better and better! Her characters are well developed and so amazing that you can't help but fall in love right along with them! Or in the case of Aiden and Leia, fall in love all over again !!
I have fallen in love with Annapolis! I have read every single one of Kate Aster's books and she gets better and better! Her characters are well developed and so amazing that you can't help but fall in love right along with them! Or in the case of Aiden and Leia, fall in love all over again !!
December 31, 2017
This book is all about second chances. Leia and Aidan are fantastic characters. I absolutely loved the growth of these characters, the writing is wonderful, the plot/story pulled me in from the first page. Two thumbs way up for Kate Aster. I've loved every book of hers that I've read and love this one just as much.
March 2, 2023
never enough
For real! These are the best stories ever. Each one gets a bit better as you get to know more and more of the characters. I’m so glad one came out free and I got it because now I’ve read all but #2 and that one is next. So yes, you can read them out of order and still understand them.
For real! These are the best stories ever. Each one gets a bit better as you get to know more and more of the characters. I’m so glad one came out free and I got it because now I’ve read all but #2 and that one is next. So yes, you can read them out of order and still understand them.
August 21, 2024
Great Series!
I've just finished this series by Kate Aster and I'm very glad that I read the first book that tempted me to read more! Thank You for a wonderful series filled with Navy Seals and a couple of hot Army guys too. I love reading about these great heroes who put their lives on the line for us and the women and families who love them. Thank you again!!!!!!
I've just finished this series by Kate Aster and I'm very glad that I read the first book that tempted me to read more! Thank You for a wonderful series filled with Navy Seals and a couple of hot Army guys too. I love reading about these great heroes who put their lives on the line for us and the women and families who love them. Thank you again!!!!!!
June 18, 2017
Another great addition to the series!
This is another great read from Kate Aster. I love the second chance story of Leia and Aidan. It was also really nice to read about the other couples from the other books in the series. Highly recommended this book!
This is another great read from Kate Aster. I love the second chance story of Leia and Aidan. It was also really nice to read about the other couples from the other books in the series. Highly recommended this book!
June 20, 2017
Beautiful!!
Like always this is a beautiful story. It's written beautifully with some beautiful and memorable characters. A continuation of the Homefront series which I loved. If you like Military and Romance, you'll love this as I did.
Like always this is a beautiful story. It's written beautifully with some beautiful and memorable characters. A continuation of the Homefront series which I loved. If you like Military and Romance, you'll love this as I did.
July 4, 2017
I have loved all of Ms Aster's books - they are of the feel good variety.
I enjoyed this as much as the others - Aidan was an excellent H, at times I was a bit annoyed with Leia but her flaws were understandable. All round a good read and a worthy addition to the Tribute Books.
I enjoyed this as much as the others - Aidan was an excellent H, at times I was a bit annoyed with Leia but her flaws were understandable. All round a good read and a worthy addition to the Tribute Books.
May 2, 2018
Good second chance story
I liked this second chance at love story for the most part. I didn't really like the reason for their first split, I found it unrealistic, but I liked the development of their present day relationship.
I liked this second chance at love story for the most part. I didn't really like the reason for their first split, I found it unrealistic, but I liked the development of their present day relationship.
January 23, 2022
Well worth a read
If like me you like books with solid characters,groups of friends whom you can follow in each book then I recommend you reading this set ,good stories nice friendly easy Sunday reads .
If like me you like books with solid characters,groups of friends whom you can follow in each book then I recommend you reading this set ,good stories nice friendly easy Sunday reads .
October 24, 2022
great read
I truly enjoyed this read as well as this series. I liked Joe Shey as an occurring player through the whole series. While some of the characters changed I liked the common thread,kind of endured himself to you almost like a fatherly figure giving advice.
I truly enjoyed this read as well as this series. I liked Joe Shey as an occurring player through the whole series. While some of the characters changed I liked the common thread,kind of endured himself to you almost like a fatherly figure giving advice.
March 6, 2023
Fantastic book!
As an Air Force veteran, I really enjoy Kate Master's books. She really captures the sacrifice our military members make. This romance was so well written, I wish it had lasted longer.
As an Air Force veteran, I really enjoy Kate Master's books. She really captures the sacrifice our military members make. This romance was so well written, I wish it had lasted longer.
June 15, 2017
Totally enjoyable
I love this book. The characters and the story are wonderful. And the romance was so tender. I loved the writing and the easy flow of the story. Great!!
I love this book. The characters and the story are wonderful. And the romance was so tender. I loved the writing and the easy flow of the story. Great!!
June 25, 2017
I love all her books, especially the Special Op's Homefront books.
February 6, 2018
Aiden and Leia had a very brief marriage (24 hours) 8 years ago
November 6, 2020
Well you tempted me more than twice
You stories are so good and refreshing with a little bit of romance heading for the sheridans series cant leave your books
You stories are so good and refreshing with a little bit of romance heading for the sheridans series cant leave your books
March 30, 2021
Good writing as I have come to expect from this author like the characters enjoyable book fantastic series of books
April 22, 2021
Nice and easy book, no drama a bit boring for me to be honest but who don't like happy ending?
November 4, 2021
Excellent series. This book was wonderful. Very enjoyable read!
April 21, 2023
Give it a 10
This was such a good series AND as always hate to see it end. Normal, caring friends and love at first sight. Swoon worthy.
This was such a good series AND as always hate to see it end. Normal, caring friends and love at first sight. Swoon worthy.
June 10, 2023
Formulaic but it f it ain’t broke, don’t fix it! Enjoyed my time in this world.
November 23, 2024
I loved this series and this was a good way to wrap it up, although I wish there were more books! It had a good amount spice.
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