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Delta Force Brotherhood #2
Hard Run
When Skye Harris shows up on the Devil's Playground's doorstep asking the Brotherhood for help with a gang taking over her hometown, it's time for Finn Storm to step up. The bikers might be tough but he's tougher – and armed with Brotherhood tech and a warrior's heart he's going to get the job done, no matter what or who stands in his way.
The one weak spot in his plan is in his heart––Skye gets under his skin like no other woman has and she's not going to let him take all the danger on his shoulders alone. But when she's caught in the crossfire Finn has to decide whether to follow his heart or his carefully crafted plan to not only clean up the town but heal his soul.
Books in the Delta Force series:
Hard Play
Hard Run
282 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 15, 2017
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About the author
Sheryl Nantus
60 books369 followersSheryl Nantus is an award-winning romance writer published by Entangled, St. Martin's, and Harlequin's Carina Press.
When she's not writing about hunky heroes, she is sipping tea, playing board games and writing haiku.
A total fangirl at heart, she met her husband through an online fanfiction community and currently lives in Pennsylvania.
When she's not writing about hunky heroes, she is sipping tea, playing board games and writing haiku.
A total fangirl at heart, she met her husband through an online fanfiction community and currently lives in Pennsylvania.
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September 6, 2017
Hard Run is the second story in Sheryl Nantus’s Delta Force Brotherhood romantic suspense series. The men in the brotherhood share the common mission of going in to help others where regular law enforcement stays away. They run a nightclub in Las Vegas, The Devil’s Playground, as cover for their real missions. The first story in the standalone series, Hard Play, saw an ex-cop tangle with a crime boss and the brotherhood’s leader, Dylan, helping in her rescue (and falling for her along the way). In this story, the drug trade is front and center in a small town with a woman determined to get rid of the motorcycle gang responsible, one way or another.
Skye Harris’s brother Robbie has made some mistakes in his life, but an unwitting stint as a drug mule ended with him hospitalized and in a coma. She wants revenge, and through a friend she hears about the brotherhood and approaches them to help her kill the man responsible for her brother’s injuries. The brotherhood isn’t in the assassination game, and refuse her request, but offer her something better – the chance to get rid of the gang ruining her town. And Finn Storm is just the man to do it.
Finn’s ready to go undercover on this latest mission, armed with the latest technology to gather the evidence needed to disrupt the gang’s activities. He’s got personal reasons for wanting to see a key drug point man behind bars. His mother died of a drug overdose from a prescription drug addiction that went too far, and he wants nothing more than to see men responsible for these kinds of crimes pay their dues. But he also knows that the desire for revenge can eat someone from the inside out, and doesn’t want Skye to live with that feeling. His admiration for Skye does nothing to temper the growing sexual attraction between them. In close proximity and after the same goal, it’s not long before they succumb to their feelings in some sexy love scenes. But with the danger around them increasing, will they live long enough to pursue a real relationship?
I really enjoyed this story! The pacing is well done and kept me interested from start to finish – in fact, I had trouble putting it down! Skye’s dedication to her brother is clear from the very start. They lost their parents when they were younger and she’s been taking care of him since. She’d never finished her own college degree to ensure her brother could finish his, and works a few different jobs to keep them afloat. She’s a strong, independent woman and not used to being able to lean on anyone, so Finn’s presence is something she appreciates but is wary of becoming used to. For Finn, who is not used to letting someone in, sharing time and conversation and intimate moments with Skye leads to deeper feelings. But at the same time, he doesn’t feel he has anything to offer her long term. They both fight a losing battle when it comes to keeping their hearts intact.
The plot heats up as Finn’s undercover work leads to some suspense filled scenes. Things work out in the end (Whew!) and Finn and Skye get their happy ending, but not without some last minute challenges. Hard Run is an intense, sexy, and action packed read!
This review also appears at Straight Shootin' Book Reviews: https://straightshootinbookreviews.co...
A copy of this story was provided by the publisher via NetGalley for review.
Skye Harris’s brother Robbie has made some mistakes in his life, but an unwitting stint as a drug mule ended with him hospitalized and in a coma. She wants revenge, and through a friend she hears about the brotherhood and approaches them to help her kill the man responsible for her brother’s injuries. The brotherhood isn’t in the assassination game, and refuse her request, but offer her something better – the chance to get rid of the gang ruining her town. And Finn Storm is just the man to do it.
Finn’s ready to go undercover on this latest mission, armed with the latest technology to gather the evidence needed to disrupt the gang’s activities. He’s got personal reasons for wanting to see a key drug point man behind bars. His mother died of a drug overdose from a prescription drug addiction that went too far, and he wants nothing more than to see men responsible for these kinds of crimes pay their dues. But he also knows that the desire for revenge can eat someone from the inside out, and doesn’t want Skye to live with that feeling. His admiration for Skye does nothing to temper the growing sexual attraction between them. In close proximity and after the same goal, it’s not long before they succumb to their feelings in some sexy love scenes. But with the danger around them increasing, will they live long enough to pursue a real relationship?
I really enjoyed this story! The pacing is well done and kept me interested from start to finish – in fact, I had trouble putting it down! Skye’s dedication to her brother is clear from the very start. They lost their parents when they were younger and she’s been taking care of him since. She’d never finished her own college degree to ensure her brother could finish his, and works a few different jobs to keep them afloat. She’s a strong, independent woman and not used to being able to lean on anyone, so Finn’s presence is something she appreciates but is wary of becoming used to. For Finn, who is not used to letting someone in, sharing time and conversation and intimate moments with Skye leads to deeper feelings. But at the same time, he doesn’t feel he has anything to offer her long term. They both fight a losing battle when it comes to keeping their hearts intact.
The plot heats up as Finn’s undercover work leads to some suspense filled scenes. Things work out in the end (Whew!) and Finn and Skye get their happy ending, but not without some last minute challenges. Hard Run is an intense, sexy, and action packed read!
This review also appears at Straight Shootin' Book Reviews: https://straightshootinbookreviews.co...
A copy of this story was provided by the publisher via NetGalley for review.
August 27, 2017
Fast-paced and fun! Skye Harris strolls into the Devil's Playground looking for help with the drug boss who has hospitalized her brother. But she never imagines help will come in the form of the deadly and attractive Finn Storm.
While Finn and his brothers at arms roll into town to deal with the drug boss playing dirty, Skye finds herself unable to deny the intense attraction to her new hero.
Loved this action/adventure romance!
Recommended to lovers of military romance with hot alpha warriors.
While Finn and his brothers at arms roll into town to deal with the drug boss playing dirty, Skye finds herself unable to deny the intense attraction to her new hero.
Loved this action/adventure romance!
Recommended to lovers of military romance with hot alpha warriors.
August 28, 2017
HARD RUN had me at "I'm going to kill a man for you." And so did Skye Harris. A hard-working sacrificing heroine, Skye has put aside her dreams and dedicated her life to raising her younger brother and making sure achieves everything she once saw for herself. But deeply in debt, her brother becomes involved as a driver for the biker gang that has taken over their once clean, quiet town. Now, beaten and in a come from the heroin someone pumped into his system, her brother is the latest victim of this outlaw gang and their leader, the Wolf. Heart-broken, desperate for vengeance, and seeking someone badder and bigger to run these bikers out of her town, she approaches The Brotherhood.
Finn Storm is immediately drawn to the strong, protective Skye. Even her declaration about wanting a man's death doesn't turn him off. LOL! Though the Brotherhood refuses to kill in cold-blood, they immediately agree to have her back. But Finn's attraction--as well as issues from his own past--initially has him reluctant to be the one to go back home with her. But protecting those who come to the Brotherhood is his purpose, and ridding the town of the murderous, drug-running gang is his priority. If only his heart--and his need for the beautiful Skye--would fall in line.
HARD RUN is a steamier, more emotional, romantic version of the A-Team. I really enjoyed it! It's action-packed, intelligent, carefully crafted with twists that keep you on edge, has plenty of sexy times, and a couple that you can't help but cheer for. Sheryl Nantus knocked this romantic suspense out the park! Give me Trey's book! :-D
Finn Storm is immediately drawn to the strong, protective Skye. Even her declaration about wanting a man's death doesn't turn him off. LOL! Though the Brotherhood refuses to kill in cold-blood, they immediately agree to have her back. But Finn's attraction--as well as issues from his own past--initially has him reluctant to be the one to go back home with her. But protecting those who come to the Brotherhood is his purpose, and ridding the town of the murderous, drug-running gang is his priority. If only his heart--and his need for the beautiful Skye--would fall in line.
HARD RUN is a steamier, more emotional, romantic version of the A-Team. I really enjoyed it! It's action-packed, intelligent, carefully crafted with twists that keep you on edge, has plenty of sexy times, and a couple that you can't help but cheer for. Sheryl Nantus knocked this romantic suspense out the park! Give me Trey's book! :-D
November 13, 2019
ARC received for review
Skye shows up on the Brotherhood's doorstep determined to see the person who beat up her brother dead. Finn and his brothers convince her that is not the best option. Finn and Skye fall in love while bringing down the bad guys. I look forward to other books in this series.
Skye shows up on the Brotherhood's doorstep determined to see the person who beat up her brother dead. Finn and his brothers convince her that is not the best option. Finn and Skye fall in love while bringing down the bad guys. I look forward to other books in this series.
September 25, 2017
I enjoyed this book and found it to be a good read. I found it very hard to like Skye for about the first third of the book. I found her to be abrasive and just....hard. I understand the emotions she was dealing with, the responsibilities she had, but still for me, it was hard to like her. Toward the end of the book, I found her more likeable. Finn was always someone you could depend on and was obviously a good man. This was a good book, though I preferred the first in the series. However I do look forward to the next in the series as it will surely be another action packed story.
September 5, 2017
Skye is trying to save her brother, but to do so she must work with the devil. Oh wait, I mean, she must go to Devil's Playground and ask for the Brotherhood.
Finn, immediately intrigued by Skye, agrees they need to take down the gang trying to rule her neighborhood, the same one her younger brother worked for to pay off a debt.
However, Finn, dealing with his own issues, is hesitant to become personally involved. Skye, having her own she struggles with, knows she needs to keep her distance, but as the two begin spending more time together, strengthening their connection and attraction, and resisting is no longer an option. Soon though, the danger is closer than they think, leaving Skye's future in question.
Can Finn keep Skye safe? What happens when she's caught in the middle? Will she have to choose between her brother and Finn? Will Finn be able to stop the gang before they take over? Will Finn and Skye get their HEA?
One-click now and follow along as a woman with nowhere else to turn, finds more than she ever thought possible.
**I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.**
Finn, immediately intrigued by Skye, agrees they need to take down the gang trying to rule her neighborhood, the same one her younger brother worked for to pay off a debt.
However, Finn, dealing with his own issues, is hesitant to become personally involved. Skye, having her own she struggles with, knows she needs to keep her distance, but as the two begin spending more time together, strengthening their connection and attraction, and resisting is no longer an option. Soon though, the danger is closer than they think, leaving Skye's future in question.
Can Finn keep Skye safe? What happens when she's caught in the middle? Will she have to choose between her brother and Finn? Will Finn be able to stop the gang before they take over? Will Finn and Skye get their HEA?
One-click now and follow along as a woman with nowhere else to turn, finds more than she ever thought possible.
**I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.**
July 26, 2017
I fell in love with this author and series when I was flipping through available titles and found #1 of this series. In fact, this one may just be a little better than the first.
This review is based on the ARC provided by the author and/or the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion.
This review is based on the ARC provided by the author and/or the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion.
August 30, 2017
Skye Harris has given up her dreams to raise her brother and make sure his dreams come true. Now, it’s 10 years later, she’s deeply in debt and working multiple jobs. Her brother has graduated from college and has no job prospects. He gets mixed up with the local MC transporting drugs and ends up in an alley, severely beaten, overdosed on heroin, with the needle still in his arm. He’s in the hospital in a coma, barely hanging on, and Skye goes looking for revenge. She finds Finn and The Brotherhood.
Devil’s Playground is a bar that fronts for The Brotherhood that is Delta Force, a group of former military men. They help those who have nowhere else to turn.
Finn is immediately drawn to Skye and feels his protective instincts come out. Dylan, the head of The Brotherhood, assigns Finn to help Skye. Finn follows Skye back to her small hometown and begins his investigation.
This is a romantic suspense with a predictable plot line. It was easy to pick out the “hidden” snitch early on. I found part of the ending questionable but can’t give details without giving it away. Having said that, still a decent read.
This is the second book in the series but my first. I easily read this as a standalone but I’m sure there is more information on the members of Delta Force and the forming of The Brotherhood that would have been good to know going into this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher.
Devil’s Playground is a bar that fronts for The Brotherhood that is Delta Force, a group of former military men. They help those who have nowhere else to turn.
Finn is immediately drawn to Skye and feels his protective instincts come out. Dylan, the head of The Brotherhood, assigns Finn to help Skye. Finn follows Skye back to her small hometown and begins his investigation.
This is a romantic suspense with a predictable plot line. It was easy to pick out the “hidden” snitch early on. I found part of the ending questionable but can’t give details without giving it away. Having said that, still a decent read.
This is the second book in the series but my first. I easily read this as a standalone but I’m sure there is more information on the members of Delta Force and the forming of The Brotherhood that would have been good to know going into this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher.
August 29, 2017
OMG! This book. Finn. Skye. Suspense. Romance. The unknown. A brotherhood of ex-military heroes that fight the good fight. Yes, this book has it all for me. I will admit that I didn’t read Dylan and Jessie’s book but trust me, everything is explained in the beginning. However, I’m intrigued by their story so I bought the other book.
The biggest impression that the book left me was how strong Skye was. Typically in romantic suspense, the heroine needs to be saved some how but not our Skye. I felt her anger and frustration when it came to the gang and especially its leader. I loved how one of the gang member’s, Jake played in the story. In the end, though, I didn’t feel sorry for him. Robby, Skye’s brother, is a major character (in some ways) and I liked how he progressed in the story. The ending with kinda broke my heart but I understood why he did it.
The romance between Finn and Skye is believable. It could have been instalove, which I hate, but in the end, it was sweet. Neither one of them was looking for it and it just kinda snuck up on them. In my opinion, Finn had the most to achieve in that department. He wasn’t cut off from relationships but he felt like his job would get in the way. Skye, on the other hand, loved him with her whole heart and near the end of the book, I wondered how she was going to just leave her heart with Finn and move on.
For a suspense book, there isn’t that much action until the very end. Ms. Nantus does an awesome job with the scenes in the diner. 😉 Plus, we get the final showdown with the gang leader. Ouch! Skye proved her mantle with me and I will say that she is one of the strongest heroines in romantic suspense that I’ve read in a long time.
Do yourself a favor and read this book. It’s emotional, at times gritty with a great romance between two realistic characters that you will love in the end. I feel that Trey’s book is next but I could be wrong. Loved him.
The biggest impression that the book left me was how strong Skye was. Typically in romantic suspense, the heroine needs to be saved some how but not our Skye. I felt her anger and frustration when it came to the gang and especially its leader. I loved how one of the gang member’s, Jake played in the story. In the end, though, I didn’t feel sorry for him. Robby, Skye’s brother, is a major character (in some ways) and I liked how he progressed in the story. The ending with kinda broke my heart but I understood why he did it.
The romance between Finn and Skye is believable. It could have been instalove, which I hate, but in the end, it was sweet. Neither one of them was looking for it and it just kinda snuck up on them. In my opinion, Finn had the most to achieve in that department. He wasn’t cut off from relationships but he felt like his job would get in the way. Skye, on the other hand, loved him with her whole heart and near the end of the book, I wondered how she was going to just leave her heart with Finn and move on.
For a suspense book, there isn’t that much action until the very end. Ms. Nantus does an awesome job with the scenes in the diner. 😉 Plus, we get the final showdown with the gang leader. Ouch! Skye proved her mantle with me and I will say that she is one of the strongest heroines in romantic suspense that I’ve read in a long time.
Do yourself a favor and read this book. It’s emotional, at times gritty with a great romance between two realistic characters that you will love in the end. I feel that Trey’s book is next but I could be wrong. Loved him.
September 3, 2017
I'm loving the Brotherhood Series by Sheryl Nantus. This is my first series by her and I know I will continue to read them, action, adventure, romance, and suspense all rolled into one.
Hard Run not only has you sucked in from the first few pages, it will keep you engrossed page after page. Sherly gives us a kick ass heroine Skye. She's hard working, independent, has put her dreams aside to raise her younger brother. But in doing so they have racked up debt and her brother decides for once he's going to do something to try and help his sister out for all that she has sacrificed. But one wrong job lands him in the hospital and Skye at the doorstep of The Brotherhood.
Finn is no stranger to drugs, gangs and the likes of them. But when he sees Skye, there is an immediate attraction that goes deeper than just helping her. He wants to protect her. Right now she's a job and he must keep that in mind as the days and weeks go by. Can he keep his heart out of it when all is said and done or will Skye be taking his heart with her?
Hard Run will have you on the edge of your seat, it's action packed, emotional, romantic, and gives enough shocking moments to have you gasping and holding your breath right along with the characters in the story. Can't wait to see where Sheryl takes the rest of these characters... I need Trey's story!!
Romantic Suspense at its best with the Brotherhood Series!!
Hard Run not only has you sucked in from the first few pages, it will keep you engrossed page after page. Sherly gives us a kick ass heroine Skye. She's hard working, independent, has put her dreams aside to raise her younger brother. But in doing so they have racked up debt and her brother decides for once he's going to do something to try and help his sister out for all that she has sacrificed. But one wrong job lands him in the hospital and Skye at the doorstep of The Brotherhood.
Finn is no stranger to drugs, gangs and the likes of them. But when he sees Skye, there is an immediate attraction that goes deeper than just helping her. He wants to protect her. Right now she's a job and he must keep that in mind as the days and weeks go by. Can he keep his heart out of it when all is said and done or will Skye be taking his heart with her?
Hard Run will have you on the edge of your seat, it's action packed, emotional, romantic, and gives enough shocking moments to have you gasping and holding your breath right along with the characters in the story. Can't wait to see where Sheryl takes the rest of these characters... I need Trey's story!!
Romantic Suspense at its best with the Brotherhood Series!!
September 5, 2017
Skye Harris has no one else in the world except her little brother since their parents died. So when he lands himself deadly job that puts him in the hospital, she needs to find someone to help them. When someone gives her a card to a Brotherhood that could help her, she finds herself at the Devil's Playground to ask them to help her take out a gang that has taken over her town, and almost killed her brother. Finn Storm is the one that is sent with her, and while they are trying to uncover evidence, the close quarters are causing crazy sparks to fly everywhere between them, and it isn't long before they act on them. But when she's caught in the crossfire, will he be able to keep her safe? Hard Run was a super exciting story that hit the ground running, and never took a cool down lap. My heart raced cover to cover, as I was on the edge of my seat waiting for it all to come to a head, as the intense suspense was around every corner. Skye and Finn were great together, and their fiery heat definitely scorched the sheets during sexy time. Sheryl Nantus has a talented writing style that I find myself addicted to, especially this series of hot alphas, and I find myself already impatient for more. So in conclusion, before any spoiler douchery comes out, I HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND GETTING ON THIS EXCITING RIDE!
August 3, 2017
Holy nuts Finn!!! The brotherhood is quickly heating up and Finn reeled me in hook, line and sinker.
Her brother in a coma, beaten and body full of uncut heroin, she needs help. She's given a card to the brotherhood. She comes to them as a last resort. She wants blood from the leader of the MC that's taken over her tiny town and is to blame for her brothers current state. Logan who is the head of the brotherhood gives this job to Finn. Finn's got his own demons to wrestle with this, add to that he's taken with Skye. They men are worried Skye is a loose cannon and make clear to her that she cannot kill the leader of the MC. Delta Force doesn't kill for sport. They served together in the military and they've been there. Killing is last resort for them.
This story is tightly woven, the plot twists and turns and I loved Skye and Finn. This story for me lost steam at one point but then cranked right back up again and went full throttle. You'll meet characters from book one in here as well as new characters. Looking forward to book three.
**arc from NetGalley and Entangled in exchange for a fair review**
Her brother in a coma, beaten and body full of uncut heroin, she needs help. She's given a card to the brotherhood. She comes to them as a last resort. She wants blood from the leader of the MC that's taken over her tiny town and is to blame for her brothers current state. Logan who is the head of the brotherhood gives this job to Finn. Finn's got his own demons to wrestle with this, add to that he's taken with Skye. They men are worried Skye is a loose cannon and make clear to her that she cannot kill the leader of the MC. Delta Force doesn't kill for sport. They served together in the military and they've been there. Killing is last resort for them.
This story is tightly woven, the plot twists and turns and I loved Skye and Finn. This story for me lost steam at one point but then cranked right back up again and went full throttle. You'll meet characters from book one in here as well as new characters. Looking forward to book three.
**arc from NetGalley and Entangled in exchange for a fair review**
July 22, 2017
Received an ARC for my fair review for netgalley. I was excited to get the Brotherhood back... So this is the second book in series, and it is Finn's book, and we get a little more of his background. We meet Skye, who wants revenge on a Biker gang who is responsible for her brother being in a coma due to a heroin overdose. Skye knows he does not take drugs, she wants to kill the man responsible, so she goes to the Devils playground to ask the Brotherhood for help, she meets Dylan, Jessie and Finn, and they advise, they do not kill, but they can still help. I loved, reading about my favorite couple Dylan and Jessie, Jessie is awesome. Finn goes back to her hometown to gather evidence to bring down gang, and they fall in love, but they are surrounded by danger. Eventually they have all that they need, and the heartbreaking decisions arise, what will they do? Finn, luckily does have friends to help him with his decision, but what are they? Does Finn, have anything to offer her? Will Sky be able to leave her brother? Well my friends you have to read, but you will enjoy.
September 3, 2017
This is novel by Sheryl Nantus and therefore read Hard Run as a standalone and haven't read any previous book in the Delta Force Brotherhood series.
This book has the everything you look for in a good book. Drama, Friendship, Romance, and a well written story. The characters were well developed and I really connected with Skye. Skye is fighting for her brother and what she feels is right, she is asking for help from complete strangers and having to put trust in someone she doesn't know how things will be once everything ends. Finn is an interesting guy, he is as alpha as they come but then he shows this sweet and compassionate side with Skye. Throughout the story I was rooting for Skye and also crying along with her when she didn't believe that she would get her HEA!
I thoroughly enjoyed how this story wrapped up and also how Skye's situation was handled.
This book has the everything you look for in a good book. Drama, Friendship, Romance, and a well written story. The characters were well developed and I really connected with Skye. Skye is fighting for her brother and what she feels is right, she is asking for help from complete strangers and having to put trust in someone she doesn't know how things will be once everything ends. Finn is an interesting guy, he is as alpha as they come but then he shows this sweet and compassionate side with Skye. Throughout the story I was rooting for Skye and also crying along with her when she didn't believe that she would get her HEA!
I thoroughly enjoyed how this story wrapped up and also how Skye's situation was handled.
October 4, 2017
When her brother Robby almost dies in a staged drug overdose, Skye Harris finds herself in a bar called the Devil’s Playground seeking revenge by way of The Brotherhood, a highly organized, tight-knit, ex-military group who helps those who can’t help themselves.
Finn Storm, one of the Brotherhoods best is given the assignment. He follows Skye back to the small town and assumes the identity of a family friend so he can protect her and gather intel on the MC gang responsible for Robby's overdose. He’s dealt with revenge before, up close and personal and he’s not about to let Skye make the same mistake.
The attraction between these two is almost instantaneous and builds into a full-blown, I-need-you-now moment that neither of them can resist. Hard Run is a suspense book with just the right amount of sensual tension. The Delta Force Brotherhood guys are tough, sexy and highly addictive.
Finn Storm, one of the Brotherhoods best is given the assignment. He follows Skye back to the small town and assumes the identity of a family friend so he can protect her and gather intel on the MC gang responsible for Robby's overdose. He’s dealt with revenge before, up close and personal and he’s not about to let Skye make the same mistake.
The attraction between these two is almost instantaneous and builds into a full-blown, I-need-you-now moment that neither of them can resist. Hard Run is a suspense book with just the right amount of sensual tension. The Delta Force Brotherhood guys are tough, sexy and highly addictive.
July 27, 2017
Just as good as the first book! There's a good balance of suspense and sweet romance. Finn is protective of Skye from the first and there is good reason from his past for that. It's reassuring that the men of Devil's Playground are not out to kill in cold blood, but see justice served and stand up for that. While it was realistic that Finn and Skye had to wait for something to happen, which is actually refreshing compared to the short time-frame of other romantic suspense titles, the book got a little slow during that portion of the story.
August 30, 2017
HARD RUN was fast-paced and romantic, with a strong girl-next-door heroine and a swoon-worthy hero! The author does a great job balancing plot and romance, and the connection between the H/H is organic. I love that there's an element of sweet emotion in the midst of the heat of passion and action, it's easy to ship them in the middle of the suspense. I look forward to catching up the author's other books!
July 30, 2017
Book 2 in the Delta Force Brotherhood, Hard Run is a great read with a solid balance between suspense and romance. I am really enjoying this series and author. Skye and Finn are a good match and when the time comes for Finn to accept what could be will it be worth the sacrifice. I would recommend readers add this to their list
August 27, 2017
A gripping suspense with a small town woman and a tough as nails hero. Finn will melt your heart and Skye is a match for him. One hot read. Keep them coming!
September 1, 2017
3 1/2 stars review upcoming
September 14, 2017
Hard Run is a sexy, suspenseful tale. Skye needs help getting a gang of drug dealers out of her town, the gang that put her brother in the hospital and in a coma. When she goes to Vegas to seek the Brotherhood's help, she doesn't get what she wants - help with her quest for vengeance. She does get their agreement to take down the gang and send them to prison and protection for Robby while he's in the hospital. She never expected to meet Finn, a man who will not only help take down The Wolf's Teeth, but will protect her and take her heart, too.
I really enjoyed both Finn and Skye. Finn is a sweet, alpha of a man with a huge heart. And Skye, wow, she's amazing - strong, tough and fiercely protective of those whom she loves. She worked multiple jobs all to help Robby get his degree. She gave up her own dreams of going to school and having a career all so Robby could flourish. And then what did he do? Landed them in trouble with a drug dealing, violent gang. Poor Skye. But, she never buckled, never felt sorry for herself, never gave up on Robby. And that's exactly why Finn fell so hard for her. I love their connection, love how much they fell for each other while they were working on taking down the gang. Hard Run is exactly the type of romantic suspense I like - fast paced and sexy with badass alphas with big hearts, and smart, tough heroines who can take care of themselves. I'm really looking forward to more from Sheryl Nantus and the Brotherhood.
I received an ARC through NetGalley for an honest review.
I really enjoyed both Finn and Skye. Finn is a sweet, alpha of a man with a huge heart. And Skye, wow, she's amazing - strong, tough and fiercely protective of those whom she loves. She worked multiple jobs all to help Robby get his degree. She gave up her own dreams of going to school and having a career all so Robby could flourish. And then what did he do? Landed them in trouble with a drug dealing, violent gang. Poor Skye. But, she never buckled, never felt sorry for herself, never gave up on Robby. And that's exactly why Finn fell so hard for her. I love their connection, love how much they fell for each other while they were working on taking down the gang. Hard Run is exactly the type of romantic suspense I like - fast paced and sexy with badass alphas with big hearts, and smart, tough heroines who can take care of themselves. I'm really looking forward to more from Sheryl Nantus and the Brotherhood.
I received an ARC through NetGalley for an honest review.
August 28, 2017
I requested and received an ARC from NetGalley for my honest opinion.
This is the first book by Sheryl Nantus I have read. I’m hooked! The cover drew me in, the description finished the deal.
This is one of my favorite genres, military romantic suspense….The main characters Finn and Skye meet through Delta Force’s Brotherhood. The Brotherhood is an ex-military team who looks out for the little guy, not to get revenge but help to get justice. Skye knows who is to blame for her brother being beaten, lying in a coma in hospital, and wants these people to pay!
I would almost put the suspense before the romance. The story develops steadily with some unexpected twists. Enjoyed the way Finn and Skye’s relationship developed. HEA is not guaranteed until the last couple of pages.
Hard Run is a standalone book, you do not have to read the first one of the series to catch up, though after reading this book, I will be reading the first and if there is a book #3 that will be added to my ‘want to read’ folder.
This is the first book by Sheryl Nantus I have read. I’m hooked! The cover drew me in, the description finished the deal.
This is one of my favorite genres, military romantic suspense….The main characters Finn and Skye meet through Delta Force’s Brotherhood. The Brotherhood is an ex-military team who looks out for the little guy, not to get revenge but help to get justice. Skye knows who is to blame for her brother being beaten, lying in a coma in hospital, and wants these people to pay!
I would almost put the suspense before the romance. The story develops steadily with some unexpected twists. Enjoyed the way Finn and Skye’s relationship developed. HEA is not guaranteed until the last couple of pages.
Hard Run is a standalone book, you do not have to read the first one of the series to catch up, though after reading this book, I will be reading the first and if there is a book #3 that will be added to my ‘want to read’ folder.
August 31, 2017
Skye Harris would do anything to get revenge on the people that hurt her brother, so turning up on the doorstep of the Devil's Playground and asking Finn Storm and the rest of the Brotherhood for their help in taking down a gang may be her only possibility of success. But the more time she spends with Finn and the deeper he gets into his investigation, the more worried she becomes for his life, especially with the plan he has. Will Finn be able to protect Skye, or will she get caught in the crossfire as Finn does everything he can to bring down the gang forever?
Just like the first book of this series, I found this story captivating, fast-paced and a wonderful read that had me enjoying the main characters because the heroine is desperate for revenge and willing to do whatever it takes to get it, even though Finn and the Brotherhood are determined to make sure Skye doesn't go as far as she wants her revenge to go. Will Skye listen to reason? The way this story started had me empathizing with the heroine, as her brother means a lot to her and she would do anything for him, even if it means putting her life in danger to make sure that those hurt him pay for what they've done. Will Skye be able to dismantle the gang with the help of the hero and his friends?
As for the dialogue, it was riveting and kept me entertained from start to finish, because the heroine is driven by emotion and revenge due to what's going on with her brother. Will her brother be all right or will Skye want revenge even more? Moreover, the heroine is resilient, courageous and I liked how determined she was in her plans for revenge, even though revenge can leave a mark on the soul, which is something Finn knows all too well because of what happened to his mother and the way he wanted revenge on the person he believed was responsible. I also liked how the heroine handled herself under pressure when the moment calls for it. Can she outthink those that want to hurt her?
While the hero, he's confident; determined to help Skye in her pursuit for revenge, even though he's not willing to go as far as she hopes for; and I liked how protective he was of the heroine because he knows things could get out of control with how far she wants to go to shut down the gang. Will Finn and the others of the Brotherhood be able to talk Skye out of her plans? I also liked the tight bond of the men of the Brotherhood and how good they work together to solve the kind of cases they pursue for people that the police can't help. Certainly, Finn has some cool gadgets he uses to get information he needs that he can't get anyway else, not without putting himself in danger.
Overall, Ms. Nantus has delivered a splendid read in this book, which had the perfect blend of romance and suspense; where the chemistry and romance was explosive; and the ending, especially the epilogue wrapped this story up nicely because Finn is determined to convince Skye that he needs her in his life. Then again, the decision Skye makes about her future proves she needs Finn in her life just as much as he needs her in his life. I would recommend Hard Run by Sheryl Nantus, if you enjoy romantic suspense, the revenge trope, or books by authors Misty Evans, Tee O'Fallon, Katie Reus and Laura Griffin.
July 23, 2017
**I received Hard Run from Entangled Publishing and Net Galley in exchange for a voluntary and honest review**
Hard Run by Sheryl Nantus is the second book in her Delta Force series and I have to say having read both books now each one gets better and better. I think that so far I love this one the best.
Skye Harris has about a half a dozen jobs and has been her brother Robby's sister and parent since their parents were killed in an accident. But its been rough as they can barely keep their heads above water. But now her brother's in a coma because he was attacked and given an overdose of heroin by the local MC gang. One of the nurses hands her the Delta Brotherhood's card and she goes to Vegas to the Devil's Playground seek their help. Dylan sends Finn Storm to Whistling Winds to help take down the gang and stop the flow of drugs into the town. But there are twists and turns, a betrayal of a friend and when she has to make a decision with Robby will she stay with Finn or leave?
Finn Storm is a survivor not only through several deployments but also when his mother turns to drugs while he's overseas and dies. But Dylan knows that he's the best person to send and help out Skye seek justice for her brother. When the Skye and Finn take their attraction to the next level its combustible but when he's finally able to infiltrate the club's ranks will he make it back in time to save Skye from the MC?
There is a hint at the next book at the end and I can't wait. I'd give Hard Run more than 5 stars if I could because it's well worth it.
Hard Run by Sheryl Nantus is the second book in her Delta Force series and I have to say having read both books now each one gets better and better. I think that so far I love this one the best.
Skye Harris has about a half a dozen jobs and has been her brother Robby's sister and parent since their parents were killed in an accident. But its been rough as they can barely keep their heads above water. But now her brother's in a coma because he was attacked and given an overdose of heroin by the local MC gang. One of the nurses hands her the Delta Brotherhood's card and she goes to Vegas to the Devil's Playground seek their help. Dylan sends Finn Storm to Whistling Winds to help take down the gang and stop the flow of drugs into the town. But there are twists and turns, a betrayal of a friend and when she has to make a decision with Robby will she stay with Finn or leave?
Finn Storm is a survivor not only through several deployments but also when his mother turns to drugs while he's overseas and dies. But Dylan knows that he's the best person to send and help out Skye seek justice for her brother. When the Skye and Finn take their attraction to the next level its combustible but when he's finally able to infiltrate the club's ranks will he make it back in time to save Skye from the MC?
There is a hint at the next book at the end and I can't wait. I'd give Hard Run more than 5 stars if I could because it's well worth it.
September 14, 2017
This is the second book in the Delta Force Brotherhood series. I’m so in love with the men in this series! This book is fast-paced, suspenseful, with some twists; I also found it hard to get any sleep while this is up on my kindle. This story could be read as a standalone, but just because of the sexiness factor you should read “Hard Play” the first in the series anyways. When the police won’t help her, Skye turn’s to the Brotherhood for help. After Skye walks into the Devil’s Playground looking for help; she gets more than she bargains for. Finn has been assigned to help protect Skye; she is determined to get her revenge on the town’s drug dealing biker gang who beat her brother into a coma. I liked Skye’s character teamed up with Finn, they made a great team. Finn is such an honorable sexy man; he kept her from going to the dark side and taking her revenge too far. I loved the action the author brought to the book and the sexy scenes were hot. If you like military romance with hot alpha warrior men that make you tingle in all the right places, this is the book for you.
***I voluntarily reviewed this ARC for an honest review via NetGalley and Romance, Entangled Publishing, LLC, this is my honest opinion and has not been influenced by the author, Publishers or NetGalley in anyway.***
***I voluntarily reviewed this ARC for an honest review via NetGalley and Romance, Entangled Publishing, LLC, this is my honest opinion and has not been influenced by the author, Publishers or NetGalley in anyway.***
August 5, 2017
This second outing the Brotherhood series is a worthwhile followup to the first, and starts off strong. Skye is desperate for someone to help her by killing the head of a local motorcycle gang who is responsible for bringing drugs into the small town in the California desert where she lives with her brother, Robby. He was beaten and left for dead after what should have been a lethal overdose of heroin and is currently in a coma. Skye knows that he would never willingly do drugs and she figures out that the Wolf (aka Mick Smith) is the man responsible for what happened to Robby, and she wants him dead.
She approaches the Brotherhood to ask them to kill the Wolf, and is stunned when they refuse. As former military, they know that killing isn't always the answer. But they will help put the gang in jail, and Finn is sent in to investigate undercover. Wyatt and Ace go along to help protect Robby in the hospital, which is a good thing as the gang already has members waiting in case he wakes up. Finn tries to ingratiate himself with the group hoping to pick up the courier 'job' Robby held, while trying to protect Skye.
I recommend this book to other lovers of romantic suspense, and thanks to Netgalley and Entangled for the chance to read it early!
She approaches the Brotherhood to ask them to kill the Wolf, and is stunned when they refuse. As former military, they know that killing isn't always the answer. But they will help put the gang in jail, and Finn is sent in to investigate undercover. Wyatt and Ace go along to help protect Robby in the hospital, which is a good thing as the gang already has members waiting in case he wakes up. Finn tries to ingratiate himself with the group hoping to pick up the courier 'job' Robby held, while trying to protect Skye.
I recommend this book to other lovers of romantic suspense, and thanks to Netgalley and Entangled for the chance to read it early!
August 24, 2017
The always tricky 2nd book in a series is nowhere to be seen in this brilliantly crafted tale.
Skye needs help taking down the drug dealing motorbike gang which has taken over her hometown, corrupted and beaten her baby brother. She ends up at the Devils Playground, after being pointed in that direction by a nurse at the hospital. She is out for blood but she may not get the level of revenge she was hoping for.
Finn has his own complicated and emotional past tied up with drugdealers. He knows there is reason he gets these jobs, he has the motivation to see it through to the end. He won't kill the gang leader but he will make sure that he pays for his evil deeds.
With treachery from someone close to home, Skye has a lot on her plate including multiple jobs. Finn fits seamlessly into her life whilst providing 24hr body-guarding and trying to inveigle his way into becoming the gangs new mule. But things get complicated when they give in to the attraction they feel for each other.
Great story mixing together a criminal bike gang, drug dealers, deep family bonds and a great chemistry between the lead characters. I want more!!!
Skye needs help taking down the drug dealing motorbike gang which has taken over her hometown, corrupted and beaten her baby brother. She ends up at the Devils Playground, after being pointed in that direction by a nurse at the hospital. She is out for blood but she may not get the level of revenge she was hoping for.
Finn has his own complicated and emotional past tied up with drugdealers. He knows there is reason he gets these jobs, he has the motivation to see it through to the end. He won't kill the gang leader but he will make sure that he pays for his evil deeds.
With treachery from someone close to home, Skye has a lot on her plate including multiple jobs. Finn fits seamlessly into her life whilst providing 24hr body-guarding and trying to inveigle his way into becoming the gangs new mule. But things get complicated when they give in to the attraction they feel for each other.
Great story mixing together a criminal bike gang, drug dealers, deep family bonds and a great chemistry between the lead characters. I want more!!!
August 29, 2017
Sheryl Nantus is a new author for me making Hard Run a double pleasure. First, I enjoyed this romantic suspense story immensely which means, secondly, I have a new author’s work to read in my favorite genre. Since this is the second book in the Delta Force Brotherhood, of course, I had to go looking for the first book, finding it on sale. Yeah! Can’t say if it still is but this series is worth the cost.
I completely understood shy Skye’s need for revenge but it was refreshing to see that the Brotherhood is not a vigilante group. They are a group that helps to seek justice for those who have nowhere else to turn as in Skye’s case by helping to put the criminals in jail.
I found it to be very strong in the suspenseful action and danger with twists and turns. The romance is on a slower sizzle. This is more like I envision it would be. I liked Skye’s loyalty to her brother. Finn is a remarkable level headed tough guy able to do the undercover work. A page turner book that made me a believer in the Delta Force Brotherhood.
An ARC of the book was given to me by the publisher through Net Galley.
I completely understood shy Skye’s need for revenge but it was refreshing to see that the Brotherhood is not a vigilante group. They are a group that helps to seek justice for those who have nowhere else to turn as in Skye’s case by helping to put the criminals in jail.
I found it to be very strong in the suspenseful action and danger with twists and turns. The romance is on a slower sizzle. This is more like I envision it would be. I liked Skye’s loyalty to her brother. Finn is a remarkable level headed tough guy able to do the undercover work. A page turner book that made me a believer in the Delta Force Brotherhood.
An ARC of the book was given to me by the publisher through Net Galley.
August 27, 2017
What would you do if the person you care for is beaten and left in a coma? Who would you go to for help?
Skye Harris was put into a predicament that she must ask the same questions. But in her case the help that she needed come with the assistance of the Brotherhood. A group who specialize in the help that Skye needs that the police refused or their hands were tied in giving.
Sheryl Nantus will capture readers in her thriller of revenge and betrayal. What drew me in was the Synopsis of the book. But what had me tuned in until the very last page was the characters. Even though the book was about Finn and Skye the whole cast of characters will leave you asking for more.
I didn’t have the pleasure of reading the 1st book in Sheryl Nantus’ Delta Force series. So, Hard Run being the 1st title I read by this author. Hard Run felt like a stand-alone title. Going through the book I didn’t feel like I was lost in the going on with the characters. Though I am drawn to reading the first book to see how the Devil’s Playground was formed.
Skye Harris was put into a predicament that she must ask the same questions. But in her case the help that she needed come with the assistance of the Brotherhood. A group who specialize in the help that Skye needs that the police refused or their hands were tied in giving.
Sheryl Nantus will capture readers in her thriller of revenge and betrayal. What drew me in was the Synopsis of the book. But what had me tuned in until the very last page was the characters. Even though the book was about Finn and Skye the whole cast of characters will leave you asking for more.
I didn’t have the pleasure of reading the 1st book in Sheryl Nantus’ Delta Force series. So, Hard Run being the 1st title I read by this author. Hard Run felt like a stand-alone title. Going through the book I didn’t feel like I was lost in the going on with the characters. Though I am drawn to reading the first book to see how the Devil’s Playground was formed.
September 5, 2017
This story is romantic suspense at its' best! Loved the Brotherhood and the fact that they are alpha males, hot, and help those that no one else can or will make them even hotter! Finn is chosen for this assignment because he can relate with the issues that Skye has come to the Brotherhood with and he soon realizes that he is in this way more than just as an assignment. Each member of the Brotherhood is in this 100% and has each of his brother's backs if the need arises. I enjoyed reading about their lives in the nightclub and then how they are approached for help. Skye and her brother are believable, as is their small town and how they ended up in the situation they found themselves. Great descriptions of the Wolf's Teeth and you can imagine the fear they could instill in people in a small town. Didn't expect some of the twists towards the end, but WOW did they add to the story. Will definitely be looking for more from this author!
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