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Secret Agents #1
Caught by You
It takes a specialized task force to bring down the most notorious criminals, FBI agents with the guts to go for the glory, and the smarts to know what rules to break—for justice and for love . . .
Avery Coppola is a woman on the run—not from the law, but from the lawless. Her ex-husband, mafia boss Dante Coppola, never forgets or forgives, especially since Avery stole incriminating files from him. For now, she’s found sanctuary in the North Country of New Hampshire, working as a waitress to support herself and her
ten-year-old sister. But not only are Dante’s men on her trail, so is the FBI . . .
Special Agent Vincent Modena is at the end of his rope. After a year-long attempt to infiltrate the Coppola organization, his only chance to ensnare the crime lord now lies with the ex-wife. After locating her,
Vincent makes contact, unafraid to use his good looks to capture Avery’s attention. But she turns the tables on him with an intoxicating combination of innocent beauty . . . and the mind-blowing skills of a stone-cold killer.
On the run from Dante’s hit men, Avery takes Vincent on a wild ride of danger and deceit, hiding a secret that could destroy Vincent’s trust in her—and in himself . . .
Avery Coppola is a woman on the run—not from the law, but from the lawless. Her ex-husband, mafia boss Dante Coppola, never forgets or forgives, especially since Avery stole incriminating files from him. For now, she’s found sanctuary in the North Country of New Hampshire, working as a waitress to support herself and her
ten-year-old sister. But not only are Dante’s men on her trail, so is the FBI . . .
Special Agent Vincent Modena is at the end of his rope. After a year-long attempt to infiltrate the Coppola organization, his only chance to ensnare the crime lord now lies with the ex-wife. After locating her,
Vincent makes contact, unafraid to use his good looks to capture Avery’s attention. But she turns the tables on him with an intoxicating combination of innocent beauty . . . and the mind-blowing skills of a stone-cold killer.
On the run from Dante’s hit men, Avery takes Vincent on a wild ride of danger and deceit, hiding a secret that could destroy Vincent’s trust in her—and in himself . . .
201 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 13, 2018
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Kris Rafferty
11 books162 followersBorn in Cambridge, Massachusetts. My Boston accent worsens the deeper south I move. Eight books published. One short story. Currently, I am a PhD student at FSU in the LMC English program. I teach there as a TA, too. You can find me at krisrafferty.com.
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Blurb:
It takes a specialized task force to bring down the most notorious criminals, FBI agents with the guts to go for the glory, and the smarts to know what rules to break—for justice and for love . . .
Avery Coppola is a woman on the run—not from the law, but from the lawless. Her ex-husband, mafia boss Dante Coppola, never forgets or forgives, especially since Avery stole incriminating files from him. For now, she’s found sanctuary in the North Country of New Hampshire, working as a waitress to support herself and her
ten-year-old sister. But not only are Dante’s men on her trail, so is the FBI . . .
Special Agent Vincent Modena is at the end of his rope. After a year-long attempt to infiltrate the Coppola organization, his only chance to ensnare the crime lord now lies with the ex-wife. After locating her,
Vincent makes contact, unafraid to use his good looks to capture Avery’s attention. But she turns the tables on him with an intoxicating combination of innocent beauty . . . and the mind-blowing skills of a stone-cold killer.
On the run from Dante’s hit men, Avery takes Vincent on a wild ride of danger and deceit, hiding a secret that could destroy Vincent’s trust in her—and in himself . . .
Blurb:
It takes a specialized task force to bring down the most notorious criminals, FBI agents with the guts to go for the glory, and the smarts to know what rules to break—for justice and for love . . .
Avery Coppola is a woman on the run—not from the law, but from the lawless. Her ex-husband, mafia boss Dante Coppola, never forgets or forgives, especially since Avery stole incriminating files from him. For now, she’s found sanctuary in the North Country of New Hampshire, working as a waitress to support herself and her
ten-year-old sister. But not only are Dante’s men on her trail, so is the FBI . . .
Special Agent Vincent Modena is at the end of his rope. After a year-long attempt to infiltrate the Coppola organization, his only chance to ensnare the crime lord now lies with the ex-wife. After locating her,
Vincent makes contact, unafraid to use his good looks to capture Avery’s attention. But she turns the tables on him with an intoxicating combination of innocent beauty . . . and the mind-blowing skills of a stone-cold killer.
On the run from Dante’s hit men, Avery takes Vincent on a wild ride of danger and deceit, hiding a secret that could destroy Vincent’s trust in her—and in himself . . .
March 17, 2018
When Avery Coppola learns that not only are her ex-husband's people after her but also the FBI, believing she has files that could take her ex-husband and mafia boss Dante Coppola down forever for his crimes, she's forced to go on the run again. Yet, there's one man that won't seem to allow her to keep running. Will she put her trust in Special Agent Vincent Mondena or will she lose the man she's coming to care for more than she ever thought possible?
What a wild and thrilling ride Ms. Rafferty takes readers on in this first book of her Secret Agents series, which was action-packed and had me reading quickly determined to discover what obstacles the hero and heroine would have to overcome to be together. Certainly, Avery is suspicious of everyone after all that she's been through and because if anyone discovers her secret than she could be in big trouble. Will Vincent learn the truth? However, it was the moment that the hero and heroine meet where this story gets very exciting, as no one is more determined to protect the heroine than Vincent. Will Avery let down her guard so the hero can help her?
As for the main characters, I loved them both immensely because of their back stories. Everything that's happened to the heroine while being married to a mafia boss has made her resilient, courageous and determined to do everything in her power to protect her sister. Will Avery be able to keep her sister safe? I also liked that Avery wasn't afraid to go into a dangerous situation knowing that she might not come out of it alive. Yet, what I liked most of all about the heroine is that she took a chance on the hero. He's a good guy that would do anything to protect her, even though it's palpable that she doesn't need his protection by the mad skills that she has. While the hero, he's confident, strong and I liked how determined he was to win the heroine over because she can't continue to go at things alone, especially not with how dangerous things get for her. I also liked how protective Vincent was of Avery, despite the fact that she doesn't need protection, which is proven by something he witnesses when they face danger and has him wondering just what she's hiding. Yet, what I liked most of all about the hero is that he was willing to do whatever it takes to for Avery, even if it means going head-to-head with his boss.
Overall, Ms. Rafferty has delivered a wonderful read in this book where the dialogue entertained me from start to finish, as Avery provides quite the challenge for the hero; the chemistry between the hero and heroine was strong and had me liking these two together; and the ending had me worried for the main characters, but had me liking how things work out for Vincent and Audrey, especially after what the hero does and what it could mean for his job. However, it was the epilogue that I loved because it sets up the next story, which I'm looking forward to reading. I would recommend Caught by You by Kris Rafferty, if you romantic suspense, the opposites attract trope, or books by authors AJ Nuest, Laura Griffin, Katie Reus and Katie Ruggle.
March 10, 2018
Caught By You by Kris Rafferty
Secret Agents #1
This introduction of a new series had many slowly exposed secrets that the heroine keeps close to her chest…or should I say on her fingers? Avery Toner Coppola is the ex-wife of a mobster who is in hiding with her younger sister. She knows that there is a hit out on her and she needs to run again. When Agent Vincent Modena is sent in to talk her into taking FBI protection in exchange for files she stole from her husband…well…all she can think about is her younger sister and keeping her safe.
This is an action-packed story with a heroine unable to trust anyone but herself and a hero with his own trust issues. It is a story of ruthlessness and revenge. There is romance of the slow burn variety but with plenty of chemistry between Vincent and Avery. The FBI team seems a bit unbelievable with Jack being the lead of the team after having his cover so recently blown – he seems to want justice at any cost – where was his handler? Cynthia, the profiler, really didn’t seem to belong on the team but perhaps she and Agent Gilroy (and even Jack) are merely mentioned rather superficially so they will be able to have stories of their own in the future.
I really admired Avery’s commitment to her sister, her physical and mental strength and her willingness to do whatever it took to achieve the goals she set for herself. I liked the relationship between Vincent and Avery though Avery kept pulling fast ones and Vincent should have figured her out a bit sooner, perhaps? I liked the rings (read the book) and the legend of The Stinger and…enjoyed the story. I look forward to reading the second book in the series when it comes out.
Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Books – Lyrical Press – Liaison for the ARC – This is my honest review.
4 Stars
Secret Agents #1
This introduction of a new series had many slowly exposed secrets that the heroine keeps close to her chest…or should I say on her fingers? Avery Toner Coppola is the ex-wife of a mobster who is in hiding with her younger sister. She knows that there is a hit out on her and she needs to run again. When Agent Vincent Modena is sent in to talk her into taking FBI protection in exchange for files she stole from her husband…well…all she can think about is her younger sister and keeping her safe.
This is an action-packed story with a heroine unable to trust anyone but herself and a hero with his own trust issues. It is a story of ruthlessness and revenge. There is romance of the slow burn variety but with plenty of chemistry between Vincent and Avery. The FBI team seems a bit unbelievable with Jack being the lead of the team after having his cover so recently blown – he seems to want justice at any cost – where was his handler? Cynthia, the profiler, really didn’t seem to belong on the team but perhaps she and Agent Gilroy (and even Jack) are merely mentioned rather superficially so they will be able to have stories of their own in the future.
I really admired Avery’s commitment to her sister, her physical and mental strength and her willingness to do whatever it took to achieve the goals she set for herself. I liked the relationship between Vincent and Avery though Avery kept pulling fast ones and Vincent should have figured her out a bit sooner, perhaps? I liked the rings (read the book) and the legend of The Stinger and…enjoyed the story. I look forward to reading the second book in the series when it comes out.
Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Books – Lyrical Press – Liaison for the ARC – This is my honest review.
4 Stars
March 20, 2018
This story was a triple treat for me starting with the author's voice and style to tell a story. It was flowing, smooth, and engaging, it pulled me into the story and held my interest throughout. The storytelling was intense and sharp mixed with a little drizzle of delightfully dry humor, and sort of delicate, graceful, lightness like life itself is.
The suspense and the whole high-speed chase, the case the FBI is working on is a twisted twine of lies, doubts, and mistrust. Nothing is as it seems to be, the truth is an evasive abstract character in the tale, the one that is impossible to catch. The action is at times brutal, at times breathtaking, and always fierce.
Avery Coppola and Special Agent Vincent Modena had a chemistry that was off the charts. They clicked, they got each other, they saw the true self in each other despite all the lies and half-truths, the misguided loyalty and fears. The bond between them was tight from the start, the attraction was burning hot as well, yet the mental tie was as big of a force as the physical one was.
Avery had so much to lose, the things she had had to face, she had had to do, to learn just to protect herself and her sister were heartbreaking. Yet she owned it like a true queen, like a survivor who knows she did what she had to even though not all of it was completely above the law. She is fierce, smart, capable, a true heroine, and I admired her.
From the first moment, Vincent had seen Avery's picture he had felt a kindred spirit towards her. The first face to face meeting confirmed that she was everything he thought she would be. I loved Vincent's ability to put himself completely into the situation, and his willingness to protect Avery, even if she didn't need it, no matter what.
Fantastic, intense, sharp romantic suspense from a new author to me, and I am enamored with the characters, with the perplexing case, and with the smooth yet fierce storytelling.
~ Five Spoons!
The suspense and the whole high-speed chase, the case the FBI is working on is a twisted twine of lies, doubts, and mistrust. Nothing is as it seems to be, the truth is an evasive abstract character in the tale, the one that is impossible to catch. The action is at times brutal, at times breathtaking, and always fierce.
Avery Coppola and Special Agent Vincent Modena had a chemistry that was off the charts. They clicked, they got each other, they saw the true self in each other despite all the lies and half-truths, the misguided loyalty and fears. The bond between them was tight from the start, the attraction was burning hot as well, yet the mental tie was as big of a force as the physical one was.
Avery had so much to lose, the things she had had to face, she had had to do, to learn just to protect herself and her sister were heartbreaking. Yet she owned it like a true queen, like a survivor who knows she did what she had to even though not all of it was completely above the law. She is fierce, smart, capable, a true heroine, and I admired her.
From the first moment, Vincent had seen Avery's picture he had felt a kindred spirit towards her. The first face to face meeting confirmed that she was everything he thought she would be. I loved Vincent's ability to put himself completely into the situation, and his willingness to protect Avery, even if she didn't need it, no matter what.
Fantastic, intense, sharp romantic suspense from a new author to me, and I am enamored with the characters, with the perplexing case, and with the smooth yet fierce storytelling.
~ Five Spoons!
February 12, 2018
Avery Coppola is the daughter of a crime boss and the ex wife of his successor. She went on the run from him with her baby sister. Dante says she stle information from him and the FBI have heard these rumours. She may just give them the "in" they need.
Vincent has been under the radar for over a year trying to bring down Dante Coppola. But he has now been sent to schmooze, seduce or otherwise get to know Avery and grab the information she has. But he didn't plan on being drawn to the ex-mob wife and her cute as a button sister. But there is more to Avery than being a mob wife. She made her ex-husbands "associates" train her and she had wreaked her own kind of justice on those she held responsible for her parents deaths. But she may have been misinformed and there may just be some stragglers, who are just as keen to take her out!
Great rollercoaster ride! Avery is a complicated and conflicted character - good girl at heart but with the skills of an assassin! Her sister is cuteness personified but oh so grown up when it comes to following orders to keep them safe. Vincent is a great alpha male protector but he recognises skills when he sees them! Can't wait for the next!
Vincent has been under the radar for over a year trying to bring down Dante Coppola. But he has now been sent to schmooze, seduce or otherwise get to know Avery and grab the information she has. But he didn't plan on being drawn to the ex-mob wife and her cute as a button sister. But there is more to Avery than being a mob wife. She made her ex-husbands "associates" train her and she had wreaked her own kind of justice on those she held responsible for her parents deaths. But she may have been misinformed and there may just be some stragglers, who are just as keen to take her out!
Great rollercoaster ride! Avery is a complicated and conflicted character - good girl at heart but with the skills of an assassin! Her sister is cuteness personified but oh so grown up when it comes to following orders to keep them safe. Vincent is a great alpha male protector but he recognises skills when he sees them! Can't wait for the next!
January 20, 2018
LOVED this book!!! The characters in this novel are fantastic - from the damaged waitress Avery who has endured unspeakable horrors and survived, to the reluctant hero Vincent, who is nursing wounds of his own. The author made me feel connected to the characters, especially Avery, and invested in their story.
This is a must read book that fans of the genre will love - it's fast paced and full of tension. The author is on my must read authors' list and should probably be on yours as well.
This is a must read book that fans of the genre will love - it's fast paced and full of tension. The author is on my must read authors' list and should probably be on yours as well.
February 9, 2018
I received a copy through a Goodreads giveaway.
A face-paced thrilling ride from beginning to end, Caught by You has it all. Guns, knives, contract killers, FBI agents, and that fish - you'll have to read it to know what I mean. The back and forth between Vincent and Avery is perfection. With plenty of action and tension in every turn of the page, I broke a lot of promises to myself to pause at the next chapter. the second book can't come fast enough.
A face-paced thrilling ride from beginning to end, Caught by You has it all. Guns, knives, contract killers, FBI agents, and that fish - you'll have to read it to know what I mean. The back and forth between Vincent and Avery is perfection. With plenty of action and tension in every turn of the page, I broke a lot of promises to myself to pause at the next chapter. the second book can't come fast enough.
April 6, 2018
Loved this book. One thing I've noticed with this author she always has strong women as her central
characters and that's one reason I enjoy her books so much. Always enjoy a mystery or thriller and
that's what this book is. Avery and Vincent are perfect together and they both bring out the best in each other. Would highly recommend this book if you like a romantic thriller.
characters and that's one reason I enjoy her books so much. Always enjoy a mystery or thriller and
that's what this book is. Avery and Vincent are perfect together and they both bring out the best in each other. Would highly recommend this book if you like a romantic thriller.
February 21, 2019
Dnf @12 pages. The whole "oh one shitty person means all women are evil" bit never plays well for me. At best he gets over it with some time but a)I don't want to slog through him being a jerk to get to him being the good guy and b) more often than not the dude never changes his outlook.
February 8, 2018
I enjoyed this book. A lot of action and twists and turns that kept my attention throughout the book. Well worth the read.
February 22, 2018
Really, really loved this book. I would highly recommend this book to everyone that loves romantic thrillers. I won this book through a giveaway on Goodreads website.
April 16, 2018
A page turner Kris Rafferty did it again can't wait for her next book!
February 16, 2018
Caught by You by Kris Rafferty is part of her Secret Agents series. It is full of action, adventure with twists and turns. A story that keeps your attention.
March 28, 2018
Trust
I won this book through a Goodreads giveaway. This is my honest review. Vincent and Avery are a powerful couple, even though circumstances make things difficult. Non stop action. If you enjoy FBI thrillers, this book is for you.
I won this book through a Goodreads giveaway. This is my honest review. Vincent and Avery are a powerful couple, even though circumstances make things difficult. Non stop action. If you enjoy FBI thrillers, this book is for you.
March 1, 2018
I was asked by the author for an honest review.
I thought that the characters were really interesting. This book had an unusual mix of not-quite-military, not-quite-law-enforcement, not-quite-organized-crime elements incorporated into the plot. I would recommend it to readers who like romantic suspense books with more complex plots and fewer love scenes.
I thought that the characters were really interesting. This book had an unusual mix of not-quite-military, not-quite-law-enforcement, not-quite-organized-crime elements incorporated into the plot. I would recommend it to readers who like romantic suspense books with more complex plots and fewer love scenes.
March 25, 2018
Lots of this book made very little sense, but it was a fast-paced, action-packed romance. Vincent was a determined and stubborn hero, even when Avery was running scared and not really being logical.
October 29, 2018
THIS WAS SUCH A GOOD BOOK! I love cheesy romance novels, and I mean cheesy in the best way. It has a combination of romance, suspense, and fun. I really enjoyed every minute of reading this novel. I am so glad to have won it in a giveaway on Goodreads. Thanks for the great opportunity to read a great book!
February 25, 2018
This is a tough one to review. I hate saying that. I love Kris and her books. What I hope is that this book just suffered from first book of the series stutters and that the next one will smooth out.
I loved Avery and Vincent and the plot. Avery was such an interesting woman, strong and powerful willing to protect her baby sister at all costs. She trusted no one. No even Vincent. Granted he was an FBI agent but on more than one occasion I think he proved himself serving her best interest. His injection of "let us help you" felt like he was obligated to say that, and he was. He risked his neck for this woman. Clearly their attraction was strong and I liked the chemistry and the ever so so slow burn between them. Avery always thinking ahead wanted to ditch Vincent, determined to go it on how own, at first assuming her baby sister is safe, until she isn't. And Vincent, well he just keeps turning up, unwilling to let her go it alone. Avery has a secret and it was a doozy. That I also liked. Married and now divorced to a deadly mafia head and managing to disappear for 3 years was her safety. Name change, she lived off the grid, keeping her and Millie safe. Once she's compromised thanks to the Feds, her world crumbles. After sending Millie to a safe place, she's left to deal with the Feds. Thanks to an agent who's cover was blown, he's convinced that the price on Avery's head has something to do with some "files" she supposedly has and he's convinced that getting these files will put her ex away forever. He couldn't be more wrong. I didn't like his character, despite him being a background character, I didn't like him. For a Fed he was dumb as hell. Having said that the other supporting characters sorely lacked as well. The female lead agent had the personality of the a board and for a profiler didn't do a damn thing for the story. She totally missed the mark, making her a useless name. The other agent was a little more personable but still, these guys are Feds and are what we're led to believe is a huge case and they're like the Keystone Cops. The only characters that had any mettle were Avery and Vincent. And even Vincent at times seemed weak. His slow to draw left me wondering what the hell he was thinking. Unnecessary b.s. between the agents drew the book out a little long but it really takes off at the 80% mark and from there was the suspense I waited for throughout the book.
Kris can write a great story, this one just took a while to get its bearings. I want to read the next book in the series. It's their next assignment and stars the agent I didn't care for. Should be an interesting read. This book gets 4 for plot.
3.5 stars
*arc from NetGalley and Publisher in exchange for an honest review. My review is my honest opinion and thoughts contained therein are my own.**
I loved Avery and Vincent and the plot. Avery was such an interesting woman, strong and powerful willing to protect her baby sister at all costs. She trusted no one. No even Vincent. Granted he was an FBI agent but on more than one occasion I think he proved himself serving her best interest. His injection of "let us help you" felt like he was obligated to say that, and he was. He risked his neck for this woman. Clearly their attraction was strong and I liked the chemistry and the ever so so slow burn between them. Avery always thinking ahead wanted to ditch Vincent, determined to go it on how own, at first assuming her baby sister is safe, until she isn't. And Vincent, well he just keeps turning up, unwilling to let her go it alone. Avery has a secret and it was a doozy. That I also liked. Married and now divorced to a deadly mafia head and managing to disappear for 3 years was her safety. Name change, she lived off the grid, keeping her and Millie safe. Once she's compromised thanks to the Feds, her world crumbles. After sending Millie to a safe place, she's left to deal with the Feds. Thanks to an agent who's cover was blown, he's convinced that the price on Avery's head has something to do with some "files" she supposedly has and he's convinced that getting these files will put her ex away forever. He couldn't be more wrong. I didn't like his character, despite him being a background character, I didn't like him. For a Fed he was dumb as hell. Having said that the other supporting characters sorely lacked as well. The female lead agent had the personality of the a board and for a profiler didn't do a damn thing for the story. She totally missed the mark, making her a useless name. The other agent was a little more personable but still, these guys are Feds and are what we're led to believe is a huge case and they're like the Keystone Cops. The only characters that had any mettle were Avery and Vincent. And even Vincent at times seemed weak. His slow to draw left me wondering what the hell he was thinking. Unnecessary b.s. between the agents drew the book out a little long but it really takes off at the 80% mark and from there was the suspense I waited for throughout the book.
Kris can write a great story, this one just took a while to get its bearings. I want to read the next book in the series. It's their next assignment and stars the agent I didn't care for. Should be an interesting read. This book gets 4 for plot.
3.5 stars
*arc from NetGalley and Publisher in exchange for an honest review. My review is my honest opinion and thoughts contained therein are my own.**
March 7, 2018
*******2.75 Stars*******
Caught by You was my first book Kris Rafferty. While not my normal reads, I did find this book had some really nice moments.
This book follows a group of undercover FBI agents as they try to bring down a criminal syndicate. Vincent is tasked with getting close to Avery, so the FBI can bring down her ex-husband and his criminal empire. However, Avery is full of her own secrets and one that my cost Vincent his life.
What I liked:
***I loved Avery. This lady was such a badass. She was no victim and did want was needed to survive. She was tough and saved Vincent's life more times then I can count but I also liked how she was still vulnerable and wasn't a robot. The life she has lead, has taken a toll on her and it does impact her.
***I also liked the concept of the story. A mafia princess whose family is assassinated, marries the new crime boss for for protection and then escapes when she decides this is not the life for her.
*** I also love how there was non-stop action throughout the book.
What I didn't like:
***I thought the hero, Vincent, was a wet blanket. He didn't live up to my standards for Avery. He seemed weak and needed too much saving.
*** I also felt like the story lacked in backstory. Avery had a real awesome back story that was glossed over for the most party. I think I would have enjoyed it more to see what happened to these two characters in the past. I think understanding where the came from would have made there present story more interesting.
Overall a descent adult romance book, that many will enjoy.
********I received a review copy from author*********
Caught by You was my first book Kris Rafferty. While not my normal reads, I did find this book had some really nice moments.
This book follows a group of undercover FBI agents as they try to bring down a criminal syndicate. Vincent is tasked with getting close to Avery, so the FBI can bring down her ex-husband and his criminal empire. However, Avery is full of her own secrets and one that my cost Vincent his life.
What I liked:
***I loved Avery. This lady was such a badass. She was no victim and did want was needed to survive. She was tough and saved Vincent's life more times then I can count but I also liked how she was still vulnerable and wasn't a robot. The life she has lead, has taken a toll on her and it does impact her.
***I also liked the concept of the story. A mafia princess whose family is assassinated, marries the new crime boss for for protection and then escapes when she decides this is not the life for her.
*** I also love how there was non-stop action throughout the book.
What I didn't like:
***I thought the hero, Vincent, was a wet blanket. He didn't live up to my standards for Avery. He seemed weak and needed too much saving.
*** I also felt like the story lacked in backstory. Avery had a real awesome back story that was glossed over for the most party. I think I would have enjoyed it more to see what happened to these two characters in the past. I think understanding where the came from would have made there present story more interesting.
Overall a descent adult romance book, that many will enjoy.
********I received a review copy from author*********
September 29, 2019
I enjoyed Kris Rafferty's first installment of "Secret Agents" featuring Avery, a fiercely independent woman, on the run with her younger sister having been formerly married to a mafia boss, Dante Coppola. She is a strong-willed and skilled heroine in a quest to retrieve her kidnapped sister and seek revenge for the brutal slaying by Dante of her family members. There are a few unlikely aspects of this novel including the fighting prowess of diminutive Avery who was code-named "The Stinger" for having bested six trained male mafia hit-men in sequence using only a knife?! Once I accepted the author's premise, willingly, the book did not disappoint on any level. It contains lots of danger, action, and even some romance tossed into the mix. Rafferty is an excellent writer IMHO. The characters are interesting, the dialogue believable, and the story unveils logically. A few of the action-sequences are a bit fanciful, but that is true in most "secret agent" novels. I am looking forward to the next installment in this series by Kris Rafferty...
February 15, 2018
The story arc and its character development are great. I have no problems with those. Even the plot twists and pacing of the story is superb. The flow of the dialogue is believable.
The one big problem that caused this book a low rating for me is the description of the characters' movements. I can't see it. I can't picture it. As an action story, the movements are crucial to the overall quality of the book. It lacked on that aspect for me. I can't say there is a problem with the author's writing style because the majority of the elements needed for the book is acceptable.
Maybe writing an action story is not one of the author's strengths? Or is it just me? But I have read a number of action books and I didn't have difficulties imagining the character movements on most of them.
The one big problem that caused this book a low rating for me is the description of the characters' movements. I can't see it. I can't picture it. As an action story, the movements are crucial to the overall quality of the book. It lacked on that aspect for me. I can't say there is a problem with the author's writing style because the majority of the elements needed for the book is acceptable.
Maybe writing an action story is not one of the author's strengths? Or is it just me? But I have read a number of action books and I didn't have difficulties imagining the character movements on most of them.
December 23, 2018
This book read like a harlequin on steroids.
Kissing in the middle of a shoot out, when you have known the girl for all of ten minutes... and and the a line like
“He had never seen her shy”...after knowing her for a whole day duh.
Sorry, either write a love story or write a thriller, this was a bit too much for me, too over the top.
Kissing in the middle of a shoot out, when you have known the girl for all of ten minutes... and and the a line like
“He had never seen her shy”...after knowing her for a whole day duh.
Sorry, either write a love story or write a thriller, this was a bit too much for me, too over the top.
March 18, 2018
Great story! I think everyone will enjoy the action and the romance.
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