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Indie Rebels #2

Jaxon: The Assignment

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To save his long-lost brother from the clutches of a criminal syndicate, Jaxon has to endanger the life of the woman he is assigned to protect. But how can he betray the one person who wants to give him her whole heart?

Jaxon Caine refuses to respond to Holly Stirling’s flirtations no matter how attracted he is to the superstar singer. Dating her means being dragged into the limelight, and he can’t stomach the thought of subjecting Holly to the kind of scrutiny she’s bound to get if his family secrets are uncovered. But when his long-lost brother suddenly shows up as Holly’s bodyguard, Jaxon is thrown into Holly’s space. He is assigned by the Indie Rebels—a covert crime-fighting group—to investigate his brother. But this assignment means endangering Holly. Can he forgive himself if anything happens to her?

Holly Stirling is one of the most fortunate women on the planet with her successful career and legions of fans. But when it comes to love, her heart keeps getting broken. It’s no different with Jaxon Caine, who continues to reject her. To her surprise, though, Jaxon seems jealous of her new bodyguard. Could it be he’s interested after all?

As Holly and Jaxon become closer, the threat against her grows, forcing Jaxon to choose between his duty and his heart.

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Jaxon: The Assignment can be read as a standalone novel or as book 2 of the Indie Rebels series, where steamy, heart-melting romance meets danger, mystery and suspense.

Indie Rebels Series
(Each book can be enjoyed as a standalone.)
Book 1: Xavier: The Contract
Book 2: Jaxon: The Assignment
Book 3: Bryce: The Project
Other books in the series coming soon.

244 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 22, 2018

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Miranda P. Charles

36 books433 followers
Miranda P. Charles writes swoonworthy, stirring, and steamy contemporary romance novels with oh-so-sweet heroes and strong heroines.

She prefers to spend her time in front of her laptop, putting into words the love stories that play in her head. Don't get her started with reading a great book, though, because she tends to not put it down until she gets to the last page even if she loses sleep.

She does have a life outside of books. Mostly, that consists of bonding with family and friends or going on romantic trips with her awesome husband.

She lives in the beautiful city of Sydney, Australia.

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Profile Image for Linda.
887 reviews83 followers
May 29, 2018
"Jaxson; The Assignment" is Miranda Charles second book in her indie rebels series.If you love, intrigue, mystery and a sexy sweet romance then this book fits the bill.
Jaxson Caine successfull business man and indie rebel agent in training receives his new assignment from the rebels he needs to complete to become a full fledge rebel; that assignment , protect singer Holly Sterling from possible kidnapping in light of another performer recently being kidnapped and held for ransom. Should be an easy assignment, he knows Holly, through his best friend and trainer Xavier who is also part of the indie rebels . However an easy assignment it will not be. Jaxson and Holly share. Mutual attraction for one another , one that Jaxson keeps avoiding. Jaxson really does not want to avoid a relationship with Holly, however he has issues with his family that the Indie Rebels are helping him with, issues that he does not want Holly exposed or drawn into.
To be able to be close to Holly and protect her though, he embraces a relationship with the intention of letting her go once she is safe, so she asks holly to keep the relationship secret from her brother Xavier; jaxson's best freind, giving her the excuse that he does not want to be in the public eye, he wants to stay away from the paparazzi that follow her.
To add more intrigue, suddenly jaxsons brother Bryce who he hs not seen in years is Holly's new body guard but he is using a different list name..
Can Jaxson trust Bryce, is he really here to protect her or is he working with the kidnapping ring?
Will the paparazzi catch them? Will Xavier find out? Will Holly actually be abducted? Will Jaxson be able to walk away?
Will you be able to put this book down; doubtful , too many questions and to well written.
Profile Image for Nancy.
1,144 reviews39 followers
May 23, 2018
Oh how I love Miranda’s books!!! These Indie Rebel men are hot and sexy! Jaxon's assignment is his best friends sister. Holly Stirling, Xavier’s sister is a singer who they fear may be kidnapped like others. Soon things become complicated when the brother Jaxon hasn’t seen in years is Holly’s bodyguard. Between his brother’s criminal involvement, the feelings he fighting for Holly and trying to be an IR - Jaxon life is crazy. Loyalties are tested while the suspense, secrets, danger along with romance had me turning pages. Jaxon's story pulled me in and I couldn't get enough. I’m loving this series!!!
Profile Image for Miranda.
443 reviews40 followers
May 28, 2018
Jaxon has been an IR initiate for a while. His latest job is to protect Holly Stirling, the singer and Xavier's sister, from being kidnapped for ransom. The plot thickens when Bryce, Jaxons long lost brother shows up out of the blue and is hired to be Holly's body guard.
Jax is a sweet alpha who tries not to hurt anyone he loves. Holly just wants a relationship with someone who can withstand the pressure of being a famous singers boyfriend. Then you have Bryce. What's his role in all of this? Is he innocent or not? Byrne's story is next and I cannot wait to see what happens!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Becky Claxon.
2,231 reviews18 followers
May 12, 2018
This is another exciting book with the Indie Rebels (IR). Jaxon Caine who is best friends with Xavier who is also a IR doesn’t want to be with any woman unless she is an IR so he doesn’t have to keep secrets from her. Xavier’s sister Holly Stirling is a national singer who has always had a crush on Jaxon and has tried to let him know she is interested, but he won’t go there because she is not an IR. Unfortunately someone is kidnapping female singers in Australia for ransom and they fear Holly is next. Jaxon agrees to watch over her, and let her stay in his house where they become close. Holly also hires a bodyguard who happens to be Jaxon’s brother he hasn’t seen in ten years and has changed his last name. The IR’s are suspicious of him.

The book is very exciting and at times you are not sure who is helping Holly and who wants to harm her. Jaxon and Bryce, Jaxon’s brother, had some terrible things happen to them through their step father in the past. Jaxon does not want any of that public and Holly is always in the public eye. Some things are not always as they seem, and there are a few surprises in the book that I loved. I strongly encourage you to read the book. I voluntarily read an Advanced Reader’s Copy of this book.
240 reviews2 followers
May 11, 2018
Jaxon Caine is between a rock and a hard place, he must decide who to save; the love of his life or his brother Bryce who is involved with a criminal syndicate. In the beginning, Jaxon does not what to allow Holly Stirling into his world because he doesn't want her to get hurt but when it finds out that his Bryce is none other than her bodyguard he has no choice. As a member of Indie Rebels (a covert crime-fighting organization), he is assigned to investigate his brother's questionable undertakings. Holly has a successful career but her love life is the pits. All of her love interests have fallen apart. Even Jaxon had pushed her away. Yet now he seems to have changed his mind, he even shows signs of being jealous of her new bodyguard. Maybe just maybe Jaxon is finally interested in her after all. As Jaxon and Holly grow closer and the danger increases what choice will Jaxon make, his love for Holly or his obligation to his assignment. Ms. Charles has written a very intriguing romantic suspense novel that is a real joy to read.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Valeen Robertson (Live Thru Books Blog).
5,916 reviews212 followers
May 30, 2018
Jaxon is part of a secret, unsanctioned-by-the-government, crime fighting group that helps people. When the Indie Rebels give him his next assignment and it's the woman he's been putting off, Jaxon knows his life is about to get that much more complicated. He's stunned when his feelings for Holly explode, and soon he's falling hard for her. But when his long-lost brother shows up as Holly's bodyguard, his life gets even more complicated. Can he keep Holly safe, figure out what's going on with his brother, and keep his secret all at the same time?

Although I haven't read the first book in the Indie Rebels series, I was able to easily pick up on what was going on in Jaxon. I liked Jaxon and Holly together, they're both likable, engaging characters. Add in the suspense and the mystery, and I ended up really getting into this story. I can't wait to read Bryce's story next, (Bryce: The Project.)

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Lori.
1,056 reviews8 followers
May 10, 2018
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Jaxon has his hands full. He is trying to become the IRs newest agent, and he wants a girlfriend. He is rather fussy though, he wants his next girlfriend to be an IR agent so he can share all parts of his life with her. No secrets. He is in it for the long haul, and with his past he need someone special.

Holly is a superstar. She loves her life, and also wants a boyfriend. Being a superstar comes with disadvantages. Someone is watching her every move. Fans and photographers alike camp outside her home, just to get a glimps. Even the bad guys want something from her. The problem is, they are not sure who the bad guys are.

Needless to say, Jaxon and Holly enter into a very steamy romance.

There is a theme of loyalty and strong family connections in this story. Even when someone does something bad, it is always to protect someone else.

I am really enjoying reading about this Indie Rebels group, and I love how it ties into previous stories I have read from this author.
Profile Image for Jennie Fortna.
2,594 reviews29 followers
May 24, 2018
ARC for honest review with no compensation received from Booksprout

Jaxon: The Assignment is book 2 of the Indie Rebels (IR) series and is another amazing read!! I was so glad to see Holly Stirling finally get the man of her dreams!! We read about Holly and Jaxon in the 1st book and continuation in this book.

Holly has the hots for Jaxon but he seems to not have the same feelings..or does he?? When word gets out that Holly maybe kidnapped the IR and Xavier, Holly's brother thinks Jaxon can keep her save from the kidnappers but it seems that Holly has other ideas and doesn't think there really is a threat and hires her own bodyguard...who turns out to be Jaxon's long lost brother.

Jaxon now has to figure out what Bryce is up to and keep Holly safe..and keep his heart out of the equation...can he do this or will it all blow up in this face??
567 reviews10 followers
April 16, 2020
I always love reading books of Miranda!! What do you do if your new assignment is to protect his best friends’ sister?
She’s not just a normal girl, Xavier’s sister Holly is a singer who they fear may be kidnapped for ransom. Should be a piece of cake for Jaxon with his background but then the plot complicates more, Bryce the brother Jaxon hasn’t seen in years shows up to be Holly’s bodyguard and this can’t go well.
Xavier will need all the help to protect Holly and his feelings for her. Loyalties are tested while the suspense, secrets, danger along with romance had me turning pages.
I couldn't get enough. I’m loving this series!!!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Isha Coleman.
9,092 reviews173 followers
May 10, 2018
Jaxon: The Assignment (Indie Rebels Book 2) by Miranda P. Charles  
Jaxon just found his heart. Holly is everything he never wanted, but now can't live without. Will he risk his happiness and her safety for an assignment? Holly puts her heart into everything she does. Her music brings her professional success, but the star with a multitude of fans who seems like she has it all is a failure when it comes to matters of the heart. The man of her dreams just walked into her life. Jaxon is mysterious, aloof and sexy as can be, but his secrets could cost her more than her heart. Ms. Charles taunts with a tempting romance that becomes a dangerous liaison. Jaxon: The Assignment is a heartstopping, heartbreaker from start to finish. A battle of the mind and heart.
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2,374 reviews59 followers
May 19, 2018
The Indie Rebels is an exciting and sexy series. Jaxon has enlisted their help and is working to be a full agent with the group. When his best friend’s sister, Holly, ends up in the line of danger, he takes on the role of protecting her. He has always been enamored of Holly but with her career as a pop singer, never expected Holly would like him. Holly is frustrated by Jaxon, he doesn’t seem to jump at her flirtations. As this mystery unfolds to protect Holly, will these two find the true love and passion they both deserve? A wonderfully sexy, suspenseful and fun road to love. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.
Profile Image for Melody.
221 reviews3 followers
June 8, 2018
A very action packed and sexy book about jaxon who is a successful business man and a indie rebel agent in training.
He recieves a new assignment which is to protect singer holly Sterling from being kidnapped.
Holly is his best friends Xaviers sister.
Holly and jaxon have always been attracted to each other but jaxon tries to ignore his attraction to holly but can he continue to do so when they are so insanely attracted to each other?

A amazing book about protecting those you care about and trying to do your job at the same time.
I highly recommend this book to read i couldnt put it down.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Urvashi.
633 reviews
May 12, 2018
Jaxon has some secrets that are sure to be exposed if he gives in to his attraction and starts dating a person as famous as Holly Sterling. But when there is a kidnapping threat on Holly, and an investigation on his long lost brother, who happens to be Holly’s bodyguard, the best way to keep Holly safe is dating her.
Jaxon: the assignment is an intriguing suspense read with a heartwarming romance. Well written, with an interesting and captivating story that will keep you turning the pages.
Eagerly awaiting Bryce book now :).
Profile Image for Cheryl Sanders.
2,252 reviews31 followers
May 29, 2018
4.5 Stars
This fantastic book 2 in the Indie Rebels series features Jaxon and Holly. There were always sparks between these two but he could never do the celebrity lifestyle. Jaxon likes his privacy and he’s got a few secrets he doesn’t want anyone to know. She's always wanted him but understands his need for privacy. The plot twist in this book turns both their lives upside down.

There are quite a few surprises between the covers of this book. Great read! I love the characters. Definitely looking forward to meeting more of those Indie Rebels. I can’t wait for book 3!
Profile Image for Debra Richardson.
996 reviews2 followers
May 31, 2018
The “Indie Rebels” are back and I loved the wild ride Miranda takes us on with these amazing rebels. Suspense, Intrigue, danger, fun, excitement and enjoyment are some of what you can look forward to in this amazing book. It is well written with a well-developed, consistent plot; the characters are strong and have great depth; the chemistry between Jaxon and Holly is potent and their sex scenes are hot and descriptive. Looking forward to Bryce’s story. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Nicoletta Tsalafaos.
433 reviews4 followers
September 3, 2018
Jaxon: The Assignment (Indie Rebels Book 2) by Miranda P. Charles is a Contemporary, Romantic Suspense. To save his long-lost brother Jaxon has to endanger the life of the woman he is assigned to protect. But will he be able to betray the one person who wants to give him her whole heart? The story is well-written with a good plot full of action, mystery and the suspense. The main characters are sexy and the chemistry is hot! A great addition to the series and I can't wait for for the next one! I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
1,708 reviews5 followers
May 29, 2018
Just like the first book, Xavier, this one pulled me in from the beginning and wouldn't let go. I had to keep reading and couldn't put it down. Holly and Jaxon were fantastic characters. I loved them together! The story was well written and had drama, suspense, action, and steamy scenes. I can’t wait to read the next story in the series.
*I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. This is my honest review.*
2,081 reviews10 followers
May 29, 2018
This book is full of romance, secrets, and suspense. Once I started reading, I didn't want to put the book down. I just had to know - who is behind the threats to the top female singers? What is Jaxon's family secrets? Is his brother involved with the criminal syndicate? Loved how the story progressed and some of the surprises along the way.

This is the first book I've read by this author and I can't wait to see what happens in the next book of this series.
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7,598 reviews37 followers
July 2, 2018
A great book by a great author. Adjectives to describe this book: interesting, exciting, funny, suspenseful, and intense. The author did a wonderful job of building the drama and staying true to the story at the same time. Nothing felt out of place. The plot flowed well and the story was fast paced. Twists and turns filled the pages, making it almost impossible to determine whether one character was good or not. What a great ending. I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
Profile Image for Melissa Swafford.
749 reviews
December 23, 2018
Jaxon and Holly are embroiled in a tricky romance with danger swirling all around. Unknown to Holly, Jax is keeping secrets to keep her safe as well as his brother Byron who she has just unknowingly hired as a bodyguard. Can Jax get to the bottom of who is putting Holly in danger and why Byron is acting strangely before someone he loves is hurt? I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
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2,501 reviews19 followers
May 18, 2018
I loved the Indie Rebel element of the story but would have preferred the romance element to be more than just sex, hence for me there was something lacking that made me drop a star. It was still an enjoyable and engaging book to read.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Profile Image for Carol.
3,599 reviews3 followers
June 22, 2018
Holly, superstar singer, friends with Jaxon, who is best-friends with her brother Xavier. They have both been attracted to each other, yet Jaxon is unsure about his past, bring bad publicity to Holly, and hence she just thinks he isn't interested. Great story, someone is abducting famous / popular girls, for ransom. Will she be next, what will happen?? Excitement, action, courage, awesome story!
749 reviews4 followers
May 26, 2018
What a great series! I really enjoyed this book. It is well written, interesting, had a great storyline and characters. Jaxon is a hot alpha male and a bodyguard. He is assigned to Holly. They both have issues. This is an interesting, suspenseful, hot steamy read. I recommend it to all. I enjoyed this book and recommend it to all. I received it as an arc and voluntarily reviewed it.
881 reviews3 followers
May 27, 2018
This is a well written and captivating story. It has mystery, romance, intrigue and drama. The characters are well developed, interesting and likable. The suspense, secrets and family interaction will keep you turning pages. I enjoyed reading this book and look forward to reading more of this series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
16.8k reviews163 followers
June 8, 2018
he tried to stay hands off with her but it was so hard, so very hard especially as she wants him to. now his brother is back and he needs to make a plan to protect her. will he be able to? what about his brother? see if he can do both

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Profile Image for Barbara.
19.3k reviews8 followers
June 8, 2018
The second book in the Indie Rebels series and I will be reading this book again looking forward to reading the next book. A well-written story. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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551 reviews6 followers
June 9, 2018
Awesome ! Loved Holly and Jaxon’s story. A very intriguing book that held my attention throughout the story. Great Characters and a well written storyline. Definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for a great book
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16.4k reviews218 followers
June 15, 2018
Great storyline and character development made this book a hot and enjoyable read! I couldn't put it down it was that good!

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1,391 reviews4 followers
June 23, 2018
I loved everything about this book from the cover to the story. I look forward to more in the series. I highly recommend this book and author.

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689 reviews18 followers
April 13, 2024
Great read …

New author to me.

Loved this book and whole series. Great storylines, great backstories for the characters, feisty and smart females, alpha males not afraid to love. Great suspense romance. Definitely reading this author again.
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