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A Gentleman of the Old School: A Santore Security Novel
Edie Bayette has it looks, money, and loyal friends. A top-notch attorney, she relishes a good legal fight and works pro-bono for a local women’s clinic. But when a one-night stand delivers more than Edie bargained for, she must make a let it wreck her life, or take a huge risk by falling in love for the first time.
Mack Santore served his country with honor and retired to start his own top-notch security service. Celebrities love him because of his intelligence, experience, and discretion. But Mack’s current client—a women’s clinic targeted by terrorists—puts him on edge. Then, the most beautiful woman he has ever seen walks in. And he can barely breathe.
When Edie catches Mack staring, her whole body thrills with a dangerous desire. But despite their attraction, how can a relationship ever work? Mack swears by love and commitment, two things Edie only knows about from the dictionary.
Can Mack and Edie overcome the odds? Will they even have a chance to try?
Discover the whole series!
Book 1: A Gentleman of the Old School
Book 2: Lashon’s Theory of Relationships
Book 3: America’s Sweetheart
Book 4: Shotgun Wedding, coming soon!
Mack Santore served his country with honor and retired to start his own top-notch security service. Celebrities love him because of his intelligence, experience, and discretion. But Mack’s current client—a women’s clinic targeted by terrorists—puts him on edge. Then, the most beautiful woman he has ever seen walks in. And he can barely breathe.
When Edie catches Mack staring, her whole body thrills with a dangerous desire. But despite their attraction, how can a relationship ever work? Mack swears by love and commitment, two things Edie only knows about from the dictionary.
Can Mack and Edie overcome the odds? Will they even have a chance to try?
Discover the whole series!
Book 1: A Gentleman of the Old School
Book 2: Lashon’s Theory of Relationships
Book 3: America’s Sweetheart
Book 4: Shotgun Wedding, coming soon!
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280 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 1, 2018
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Displaying 1 - 17 of 17 reviews
November 21, 2018
I forced myself to finished this book. I like knowing there are men who want family life instead of sleeping around. The bomber was never identified nor did the author really seem to care about that. I skipped parts because I got tired of the characters talking to themselves.
Edie and Mack made a good couple, but the romance seemed shallow. I believe in first sight attractions, but this one didn't seem to get my attention.
I'm skeptical about other books by her because this one just didn't move me.
Edie and Mack made a good couple, but the romance seemed shallow. I believe in first sight attractions, but this one didn't seem to get my attention.
I'm skeptical about other books by her because this one just didn't move me.
November 5, 2018
Wow, that is one of the best romance stories I have read in a long, long time.
Strong characters - woman and male are true equals and the best at their jobs. Their jobs were important to the story. Background characters were amazing, friendships real, action solid. Well-developed backstories and reveals. Thriller subplot kept everything going.
Plot line of romance. Plot line of personal growth for each of the main characters. Plot line of thriller. Plot line introducing characters for other books in series - so subtle you don't even notice it.
Perfect example of how lawyers act. Perfect examples of how security firms act. Yes, the story had politically touchy subjects: family care clinics, poor sections of town being treated worse, blacks being questioned harder than whites, ... But these are characters seeing it from their side of the world. Right or wrong, these are how people in these situation see these things.
Everything mixed well. You want to know how it is done. Ms. Pressa brought it all to the table.
Strong characters - woman and male are true equals and the best at their jobs. Their jobs were important to the story. Background characters were amazing, friendships real, action solid. Well-developed backstories and reveals. Thriller subplot kept everything going.
Plot line of romance. Plot line of personal growth for each of the main characters. Plot line of thriller. Plot line introducing characters for other books in series - so subtle you don't even notice it.
Perfect example of how lawyers act. Perfect examples of how security firms act. Yes, the story had politically touchy subjects: family care clinics, poor sections of town being treated worse, blacks being questioned harder than whites, ... But these are characters seeing it from their side of the world. Right or wrong, these are how people in these situation see these things.
Everything mixed well. You want to know how it is done. Ms. Pressa brought it all to the table.
January 20, 2019
This romance novel gets an extra star for its very unusual setting: in and around an abortion clinic. Otherwise, all of the usual romance novel tropes (instant attraction between the leads, the argument that causes them to stop speaking, the happy ending, etc.) are here. As my other reviews will attest, I'm a sucker for these kinds books IF they are well-executed. This one had some problems--poor editing/copy-editing (use of the word "peeled" instead of "pealed," for example) and a subplot that went nowhere to name two.
January 30, 2020
Not my usual kind of book to read. Although it was mostly enjoyable, I didn't get the thrill of reading it that I usually get when reading books. It was a free Iphone book that I could read while waiting in doctor's offices, so it took longer than usual to finish. I did surprise myself by remembering where it left off each doctor appointment I had, even though it took a really long time to finish! (Longer than the time frame stated on this forum, as I didn't think about entering it for a while.)
September 27, 2018
A Gentleman
This was an interesting story introducing the Sanford Security Novels. A young lawyer finds herself pregnant after a one night stand. During her work with a women's clinic she meets the head of security. Finding each other while solving a bomb threat leads to an interesting romance.
This was an interesting story introducing the Sanford Security Novels. A young lawyer finds herself pregnant after a one night stand. During her work with a women's clinic she meets the head of security. Finding each other while solving a bomb threat leads to an interesting romance.
December 12, 2018
turned out not to be my cup of tea. very slow with a lot of self-dialogue or, in my opinion, filler. I found the storylines to be interesting because they touched on something happening in today’s world, but getting through this book was tough. some will like the detailedness of it, but I like a faster pace.
March 25, 2019
Good read
Love a good story about how black people really feel about love and finding that person it was very nice to get a well educated women point of view on relationships in today world
Love a good story about how black people really feel about love and finding that person it was very nice to get a well educated women point of view on relationships in today world
November 12, 2019
I loved it.
It had action, romance, and humor. The trifecta. Accomplished, Black protagonists icing on the cake. I bought this book August of 2018 and am just getting around to reading it. Let’s see what happens with Mr. Jackson.
It had action, romance, and humor. The trifecta. Accomplished, Black protagonists icing on the cake. I bought this book August of 2018 and am just getting around to reading it. Let’s see what happens with Mr. Jackson.
February 1, 2018
Good read!
Good read! feels like there was more needed story but I guess that’s how a good book leaves you feeling....right?!!
Good read! feels like there was more needed story but I guess that’s how a good book leaves you feeling....right?!!
May 19, 2018
Interesting story, but for me to do what the protagonist did the woman would have to be FAH!!!😁😁
October 23, 2018
Love of the Old School
What can I say, loved it. The rewards of valuing yourself and humanity is realness & alternately being loved. Great romance and inspirational
What can I say, loved it. The rewards of valuing yourself and humanity is realness & alternately being loved. Great romance and inspirational
November 24, 2018
Enjoyable
While predictable, I felt the need to travel this journey with them. Very well written. I would recommend it, definitely.
While predictable, I felt the need to travel this journey with them. Very well written. I would recommend it, definitely.
November 28, 2018
Enjoyable
I really enjoyed the dynamics of the story. I liked the layers and that Edie and Mack chose to take the chance. I didn't like the swearing.
I really enjoyed the dynamics of the story. I liked the layers and that Edie and Mack chose to take the chance. I didn't like the swearing.
May 28, 2019
ebook-Attorney for abortion clinic gets caught up in clinic bombing. Meets n falls for security company owner. Both have issues in life n relationships.
July 4, 2019
Nice character development
A nice combination of characters and a realistic plot with a bit of romance thrown in. I especially enjoyed getting to see the evolution of Mack.
A nice combination of characters and a realistic plot with a bit of romance thrown in. I especially enjoyed getting to see the evolution of Mack.
August 12, 2019
A good but the ending seemed rushed.
April 23, 2020
Nice romance, I liked the way the author has tackled some social issues without moralizing, very enjoyable read.
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