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Hacker World #1
Deadlock
Discover New York Times bestselling author Cherrie Lynn’s exciting new series, featuring a team of elite military hackers who will do whatever it takes to protect their country and the women who enter their dark and dangerous world.
Ex–Air Force hacker Jace Adams is the best at what he does. There isn’t a system he can’t infiltrate or a country his team can’t topple. But when he finds Lena Morris, the woman he hates most in the world, on his doorstep, the last thing he wants to do is help her. Or is it really Lena?
Lindsey Morris can’t believe her twin sister, Lena, is missing, with only a cryptic text to find the man Lena once betrayed. But as easy as Jace is to look at, getting him to agree to help her find her sister is a lot harder. He refuses to put his team at risk, until they find out the enemy they’re facing may be one they have in common…
As Lindsey and Jace race against the clock to save her sister, their shaky truce begins to morph into a fire they can't control. But their lack of trust might be exactly what gets them killed.
Ex–Air Force hacker Jace Adams is the best at what he does. There isn’t a system he can’t infiltrate or a country his team can’t topple. But when he finds Lena Morris, the woman he hates most in the world, on his doorstep, the last thing he wants to do is help her. Or is it really Lena?
Lindsey Morris can’t believe her twin sister, Lena, is missing, with only a cryptic text to find the man Lena once betrayed. But as easy as Jace is to look at, getting him to agree to help her find her sister is a lot harder. He refuses to put his team at risk, until they find out the enemy they’re facing may be one they have in common…
As Lindsey and Jace race against the clock to save her sister, their shaky truce begins to morph into a fire they can't control. But their lack of trust might be exactly what gets them killed.
416 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published June 25, 2019
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About the author
Cherrie Lynn
21 books4,880 followersCherrie Lynn has been a CPS caseworker and a juvenile probation officer, but now that she has come to her senses, she writes contemporary and paranormal romance on the steamy side. It's *much* more fun. She's also an unabashed rock music enthusiast, and loves letting her passion for romance and metal collide on the page.
When she's not writing, you can find her reading, listening to music or playing with her favorite gadget of the moment. She's also fond of hitting the road with her husband to catch their favorite bands live.
Cherrie lives in East Texas with said husband and their two kids, all of whom are the source of much merriment, mischief and mayhem. You can reach her at cherrie@cherrielynn.com, at the various social networking sites, or right here. She loves hearing from readers!
When she's not writing, you can find her reading, listening to music or playing with her favorite gadget of the moment. She's also fond of hitting the road with her husband to catch their favorite bands live.
Cherrie lives in East Texas with said husband and their two kids, all of whom are the source of much merriment, mischief and mayhem. You can reach her at cherrie@cherrielynn.com, at the various social networking sites, or right here. She loves hearing from readers!
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June 25, 2019
3.5 stars!
This was really good! A great plot with steady pacing and a hot romance to spice things up.
Lindsey and Lena are identical twins - and polar opposites. Lena royally screwed over Lindsey's college crush. So years later, when Lena goes missing and her last text sends Lindsey to Jace's front door it isn't just sparks that fly, it's more like a volcano erupted.
Jace is now part of a special ops team. A select group of highly qualified hackers. It turns out that Lindsey is also a coder and her and Jace have quite a bit in common. After a case of mistaken identity - because identical twins - Lindsey convinces Jace and his team to help find her missing sister.
The story is full of surprises and pulse pounding reveals. It never lets you get comfortable so plan on occupying the edge of your seat for the duration.
I love fully developed plots that include romance between two characters. That is exactly what this story delivers.
Very well done!
Review ARC graciously provided by the publisher via NetGalley
This was really good! A great plot with steady pacing and a hot romance to spice things up.
Lindsey and Lena are identical twins - and polar opposites. Lena royally screwed over Lindsey's college crush. So years later, when Lena goes missing and her last text sends Lindsey to Jace's front door it isn't just sparks that fly, it's more like a volcano erupted.
Jace is now part of a special ops team. A select group of highly qualified hackers. It turns out that Lindsey is also a coder and her and Jace have quite a bit in common. After a case of mistaken identity - because identical twins - Lindsey convinces Jace and his team to help find her missing sister.
The story is full of surprises and pulse pounding reveals. It never lets you get comfortable so plan on occupying the edge of your seat for the duration.
I love fully developed plots that include romance between two characters. That is exactly what this story delivers.
Very well done!
Review ARC graciously provided by the publisher via NetGalley
June 29, 2019
ARC received for review
Great story with lots of angst and adventure and lots of other hackers to get stories (Sully, what crawled up your arse?). Then the ending sucked. It was more like a happily even after for now or maybe not. Plus the epilogue ... what the feathers?
Great story with lots of angst and adventure and lots of other hackers to get stories (Sully, what crawled up your arse?). Then the ending sucked. It was more like a happily even after for now or maybe not. Plus the epilogue ... what the feathers?
June 28, 2019
I may or may not continue with this series...
June 28, 2019
I received this book for free from Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
I picked up this book because I have read and enjoyed Cherrie Lynn’s books in the past. Although I was intrigued by the blurb, I really had no idea what the book or series was about and after reading it, I’m still not really sure how I like it.
I like the premise of it. The series covers a team of elite military hackers. However, I struggled with the writing and the dialogue. I just wasn’t a huge fan of the style and found my interest waning on nearly every page. Therefore, it took me a while to finish this book. I guess I just wanted as interested in it as I thought. The heroine’s personality kind of grated on me and the details of the story weren’t as in depth as I had hoped. So that being said, there was a lot to be desired.
I don’t think I’ll continue the series, but it might work for some others. I think I was just expecting more of a stronger plot line than what we actually got.
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July 1, 2019
I picked up this book because I have read and enjoyed Cherrie Lynn’s books in the past. Although I was intrigued by the blurb, I really had no idea what the book or series was about and after reading it, I’m still not really sure how I like it.
I like the premise of it. The series covers a team of elite military hackers. However, I struggled with the writing and the dialogue. I just wasn’t a huge fan of the style and found my interest waning on nearly every page. Therefore, it took me a while to finish this book. I guess I just wanted as interested in it as I thought. The heroine’s personality kind of grated on me and the details of the story weren’t as in depth as I had hoped. So that being said, there was a lot to be desired.
I don’t think I’ll continue the series, but it might work for some others. I think I was just expecting more of a stronger plot line than what we actually got.
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May 15, 2019(ARC provided by Entangled Publishing)
May 12, 2019
I liked the overall premise and how the drama unfolds for Lindsey to end up at Jace's door. How the series and overarching storyline will play out is interesting.
I didn't buy how Jace's world connected to Lindsey's and her ultimate role in it all felt like a reach. I started skimming when we got to Lindsey and Sully's posturing and bickering. I didn't like Lindsey during this and I need Sully's character to chill her badassery when we get to her story.
For a series, I want a HEA for the H/h even if they're involved with future stories. This feels set up for a new H/h, but there's too much unsettled and a lack of trust or solid ground for Lindsey and Jace. I'm not sure if the lack of a clear and obvious HEA for their personal relationship was intended.
It will be interesting to see how the series plays out.
I received a copy of this book through NetGalley for an honest review.
I didn't buy how Jace's world connected to Lindsey's and her ultimate role in it all felt like a reach. I started skimming when we got to Lindsey and Sully's posturing and bickering. I didn't like Lindsey during this and I need Sully's character to chill her badassery when we get to her story.
For a series, I want a HEA for the H/h even if they're involved with future stories. This feels set up for a new H/h, but there's too much unsettled and a lack of trust or solid ground for Lindsey and Jace. I'm not sure if the lack of a clear and obvious HEA for their personal relationship was intended.
It will be interesting to see how the series plays out.
I received a copy of this book through NetGalley for an honest review.
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June 19, 2019
5 Stars
I love a good romantic suspense book, and this one is one of the best I have read! Some times Romantic suspense has a tendency to not focus that much on the romance but on the crime and action that ends up as the main thing in the book and then a little romance. Books like that are not for me, but this book had the perfect balance between the romance and the action. It went hand in hand and came naturally with each other. I never felt like either of the things was missing at any point, and that is amazing for me.
So this book had a lot of favorites of mine!
Army man
Hacker
Twin mix up/Confusing
Action
Steamy
That is just a few of the things you could look forward too if you read this book.
I was hooked on this book from the start and just needed to know more and more after every page I read. I just knew after the first chapter this book would be so good and I was not wrong. I was at the edge of my seat all the time if not because of the action in this book then to see where Jace and Lindsey would go next.
Jace is a hard, bitter man that is angry at the world and especially Lena (Lindsey's twin sister) that robbed him of everything and made him to who he is today. So when a woman who looks just like Lena( The woman who destroyed his life) has the nerve to knock on his door and ask for help... Let's just say it doesn't end well. But then she leaves her hacker name. And what he discovers confuse him. Is there two of Lena or is she out to get him again? Can he trust a woman that looks exactly like his worst enemy or his he being deceived again?
Lindsey is the boring twin. The twin who never does something wrong and nobody ever notices. So when her sister sends her a cryptic message, she is in doubt about what to do. But when she ends up knocking on a strangers door and it is Jace her former crush and the man her twin destroyed she is in chock. Her sister can't be this cruel. Or can she?
Are you intrigued yet? Well, then what are you waiting for hurry up and start reading this book you will not regret it.
I love a good romantic suspense book, and this one is one of the best I have read! Some times Romantic suspense has a tendency to not focus that much on the romance but on the crime and action that ends up as the main thing in the book and then a little romance. Books like that are not for me, but this book had the perfect balance between the romance and the action. It went hand in hand and came naturally with each other. I never felt like either of the things was missing at any point, and that is amazing for me.
So this book had a lot of favorites of mine!
Army man
Hacker
Twin mix up/Confusing
Action
Steamy
That is just a few of the things you could look forward too if you read this book.
I was hooked on this book from the start and just needed to know more and more after every page I read. I just knew after the first chapter this book would be so good and I was not wrong. I was at the edge of my seat all the time if not because of the action in this book then to see where Jace and Lindsey would go next.
Jace is a hard, bitter man that is angry at the world and especially Lena (Lindsey's twin sister) that robbed him of everything and made him to who he is today. So when a woman who looks just like Lena( The woman who destroyed his life) has the nerve to knock on his door and ask for help... Let's just say it doesn't end well. But then she leaves her hacker name. And what he discovers confuse him. Is there two of Lena or is she out to get him again? Can he trust a woman that looks exactly like his worst enemy or his he being deceived again?
Lindsey is the boring twin. The twin who never does something wrong and nobody ever notices. So when her sister sends her a cryptic message, she is in doubt about what to do. But when she ends up knocking on a strangers door and it is Jace her former crush and the man her twin destroyed she is in chock. Her sister can't be this cruel. Or can she?
Are you intrigued yet? Well, then what are you waiting for hurry up and start reading this book you will not regret it.
May 21, 2019
Lindsey and her twin Lena are identical twins but polar opposites in character. Lindsey is rather shy, wholesome and an introvert, Lena is vampy; sly & wily. The only children of parents who had them late in life, while they have a strong bond, Lena’s callous attitude leaves Lindsey more often not fed up with her sister’s seemingly insouciance.
When her sister disappears and leaves her a cryptic text to “goto this address and ask him for help” Lindsey finds the man who was her crush (from afar – she’s the shy one remember?) while at University – a man whom Lena tricked and betrayed leading to his expulsion from MIT.
Instead of facing prison time, Jace’s hacker skills (Lena tricks him into using said skills to hack into the university system to change her D grade to a passing one) lands him into being recruited into a highly covert team of super sleuths (all misfits) who use their computer/tech skills to test out how vulnerable Government systems are (what a job!).
This was an amazing story. I adore smart/talented characters and Jace and Lindsey are both stellar in that sense. Lindsey is a coder extraordinaire herself and a real geek. That she was a perfect complement to Jace had him thinking that it was all an elaborate trap – he’d never met anyone before whose hobbies & likes (gaming!) fitted so perfectly with his. Initially suspicious of Lindsey, her wholesomeness soon has him torn between believing her and paranoia.
Jace’s “team” – his comrades in arms – are wonderful side characters who lend loads of wit and human emotion to the story. Humour, characters you just fall in love with, fantastic romance and suspense. This book has it all.
Highly recommended.
When her sister disappears and leaves her a cryptic text to “goto this address and ask him for help” Lindsey finds the man who was her crush (from afar – she’s the shy one remember?) while at University – a man whom Lena tricked and betrayed leading to his expulsion from MIT.
Instead of facing prison time, Jace’s hacker skills (Lena tricks him into using said skills to hack into the university system to change her D grade to a passing one) lands him into being recruited into a highly covert team of super sleuths (all misfits) who use their computer/tech skills to test out how vulnerable Government systems are (what a job!).
This was an amazing story. I adore smart/talented characters and Jace and Lindsey are both stellar in that sense. Lindsey is a coder extraordinaire herself and a real geek. That she was a perfect complement to Jace had him thinking that it was all an elaborate trap – he’d never met anyone before whose hobbies & likes (gaming!) fitted so perfectly with his. Initially suspicious of Lindsey, her wholesomeness soon has him torn between believing her and paranoia.
Jace’s “team” – his comrades in arms – are wonderful side characters who lend loads of wit and human emotion to the story. Humour, characters you just fall in love with, fantastic romance and suspense. This book has it all.
Highly recommended.
May 16, 2019
I really thought Cherrie Lynn mixing hackers +missing twin + intrigue would be super sexy and suspenseful. The author did deliver the sex but not so much the suspense or intrigue. I found myself only mildly interested in Jace and his team, a bit bored by Lindsey, and kind of baffled by the bad guy. In the end, this suffered from too much world building and not enough chemistry or tension.
Basically, Lindsey's identical twin Lena is missing and her last cryptic message sent her to Jace for help. Only Jace never knew Lena had an identical twin, only that he hates Lena with a fiery passion because she got him kicked out of MIT. We know this because it is all Jace ever talks about. Even though he has created a good life following a stint in the Air Force, Jace is so bitter after all these years. In the end, I wondered whether Jace was more in hate with Lena than he was in love with Lindsey.
As for the hackers, they really didn't really do much but have meetings and bicker. I liked the hack-off face-off between Lindsey and Sully but the rest of the Nest team was just background noise. Hopefully the next installment sees a bit more action.
2.5 stars
Note: I voluntarily read and reviewed this ARC generously provided by NetGalley and the publisher.
Basically, Lindsey's identical twin Lena is missing and her last cryptic message sent her to Jace for help. Only Jace never knew Lena had an identical twin, only that he hates Lena with a fiery passion because she got him kicked out of MIT. We know this because it is all Jace ever talks about. Even though he has created a good life following a stint in the Air Force, Jace is so bitter after all these years. In the end, I wondered whether Jace was more in hate with Lena than he was in love with Lindsey.
As for the hackers, they really didn't really do much but have meetings and bicker. I liked the hack-off face-off between Lindsey and Sully but the rest of the Nest team was just background noise. Hopefully the next installment sees a bit more action.
2.5 stars
Note: I voluntarily read and reviewed this ARC generously provided by NetGalley and the publisher.
May 14, 2019
This is quite a departure from the stories the author has previously written. I’ve enjoyed quite a few of her books but sad to say, I did not enjoy this one.
I didn’t connect to the characters or the story which revolves around Hackers. There wasn’t enough romance and whereas I’ve previously complimented the author for writing steamy love scenes the ones in this book were poorly written even the sexual dialogue didn’t hit the mark.
This didn’t even feel like it was the same author writing compared to her previous novels. I’ve read romantic suspense/intrigue books before but this one just didn’t interest me, so I won’t continue with the series.
ARC provided via Netgalley.
I didn’t connect to the characters or the story which revolves around Hackers. There wasn’t enough romance and whereas I’ve previously complimented the author for writing steamy love scenes the ones in this book were poorly written even the sexual dialogue didn’t hit the mark.
This didn’t even feel like it was the same author writing compared to her previous novels. I’ve read romantic suspense/intrigue books before but this one just didn’t interest me, so I won’t continue with the series.
ARC provided via Netgalley.
July 4, 2019
"* A review copy was provided via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review *"
When I started reading this story I was surprised that I found a story that has a different plot than what I have normally been reading.
This one centers around twins, Lindsay and Lena. Lena not showing up for her parents anniversary party her twin becomes extremely upset and goes looking for her. She goes to her home and finds it in total disarray. She then gets a mysterious text from her to go find a person from their past.
She meets Jace and his friends, a group of hackers who work together. Jace and Lindsay went to the same college and while he never met her he did know Lena and their parting was definitely not on good terms.
At first Jace thinks it's Lena and he is very horrendous to Lindsay, when he finds out who she really they join together to find her sister.
The only thing I would of like to see was maybe a bit more about the hacking world. While this one does not end on a cliffhanger, it is certain going to have a continuation.
When I started reading this story I was surprised that I found a story that has a different plot than what I have normally been reading.
This one centers around twins, Lindsay and Lena. Lena not showing up for her parents anniversary party her twin becomes extremely upset and goes looking for her. She goes to her home and finds it in total disarray. She then gets a mysterious text from her to go find a person from their past.
She meets Jace and his friends, a group of hackers who work together. Jace and Lindsay went to the same college and while he never met her he did know Lena and their parting was definitely not on good terms.
At first Jace thinks it's Lena and he is very horrendous to Lindsay, when he finds out who she really they join together to find her sister.
The only thing I would of like to see was maybe a bit more about the hacking world. While this one does not end on a cliffhanger, it is certain going to have a continuation.
May 26, 2019
* A review copy was provided by the author/publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review *
~ 4 Meerkat Stars ~
I have been a fan of Cherrie Lynn’s books for some time now. I was so excited to see she was branching out into the romantic suspense genre.
I really enjoyed the complexity of this story and the suspense that she built up throughout the whole book, even into the epilogue. I am anxious to see where she takes the rest of this series.
I don’t know if I would call this a cliff hanger ending, Jace and Lindsey’s story is pretty much wrapped up, but with the little tidbit she left in the end of the epilogue, it makes you want the next book like NOW!! Also I have a feeling we haven’t seen the last of Jace and Lindsey in this series. I kind of felt that there were still some unanswered questions in the end regarding Jace’s past at MIT.
I don’t feel this is a story you have to wait for the other books to be released, but just know going in you will be left kind of hanging and with many questions on your mind.
In this book we follow Lindsey and Jace’s story. Lindsey is the twin sister of Lena, who has gone missing. All Lindsey knows is she is supposed to go to an address and ask the person for help. Little did she know that it would be Jace answering the door. She knows Jace from MIT (where they both went to college) but Jace doesn’t remember her….just her twin Lena. And there is no love loss there between Jace and Lena. For reason we don’t….at least not all of it. Over the course of the story, secrets are told, lies exposed and hearts get involved. Can Jace and Lindsey work together to find Lena?? Will they get their HEA?? You have to read this story to find out.
I am not sure I would call Deadlock a standalone novel because I have a feeling that the characters will continue into other books and I have a feeling some of the storyline will carry over into at least the next book. I’ll just have to wait and see ;) This story was told in the Third person Dual POV. I thought the flow of the story worked, but at times I felt the pace was a little on the slow side for my liking. But still this book was overall enjoyable and worth the read.
So if you are a fan of romantic suspense stories, pick this one up. It will have you devouring the story from beginning to end.
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~ 4 Meerkat Stars ~
I have been a fan of Cherrie Lynn’s books for some time now. I was so excited to see she was branching out into the romantic suspense genre.
I really enjoyed the complexity of this story and the suspense that she built up throughout the whole book, even into the epilogue. I am anxious to see where she takes the rest of this series.
I don’t know if I would call this a cliff hanger ending, Jace and Lindsey’s story is pretty much wrapped up, but with the little tidbit she left in the end of the epilogue, it makes you want the next book like NOW!! Also I have a feeling we haven’t seen the last of Jace and Lindsey in this series. I kind of felt that there were still some unanswered questions in the end regarding Jace’s past at MIT.
I don’t feel this is a story you have to wait for the other books to be released, but just know going in you will be left kind of hanging and with many questions on your mind.
In this book we follow Lindsey and Jace’s story. Lindsey is the twin sister of Lena, who has gone missing. All Lindsey knows is she is supposed to go to an address and ask the person for help. Little did she know that it would be Jace answering the door. She knows Jace from MIT (where they both went to college) but Jace doesn’t remember her….just her twin Lena. And there is no love loss there between Jace and Lena. For reason we don’t….at least not all of it. Over the course of the story, secrets are told, lies exposed and hearts get involved. Can Jace and Lindsey work together to find Lena?? Will they get their HEA?? You have to read this story to find out.
I am not sure I would call Deadlock a standalone novel because I have a feeling that the characters will continue into other books and I have a feeling some of the storyline will carry over into at least the next book. I’ll just have to wait and see ;) This story was told in the Third person Dual POV. I thought the flow of the story worked, but at times I felt the pace was a little on the slow side for my liking. But still this book was overall enjoyable and worth the read.
So if you are a fan of romantic suspense stories, pick this one up. It will have you devouring the story from beginning to end.
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May 8, 2019
Wow! This novel grabbed me from the very first page and kept me hooked until the very last page. I loved the Jace - he's the perfect brooding and reluctant hero. Lindsey and Lena are interesting characters - I loved the twist that identical twins added to the story. Lindsey is a kind and gentle soul that is dragged into a situation she doesn't understand when her sister, Lena, went missing. When Lindsey starts following the clues Lena left, she encounters Jace and their reluctant partnership begins. What follows is a quickly moving tale that is tightly woven and kept me turning pages just as quickly as possible. Additionally, I loved the romantic energy between Jace and Lindsey.
If you enjoy romantic suspense, you will love this book. While it's the first book I've read by this author, it won't be the last. I'm adding her to my must read authors' list and am already looking forward to the next book in the series. (This is a stand alone novel.)
If you enjoy romantic suspense, you will love this book. While it's the first book I've read by this author, it won't be the last. I'm adding her to my must read authors' list and am already looking forward to the next book in the series. (This is a stand alone novel.)
June 26, 2019
Lindsey and her twin sister Lena couldn’t be more different as Lindsey prefers to keep to herself and is a bit of a nerd while Lena is outgoing and a magnet for trouble. With Lena missing the only clue that Lindsey has is an address but she didn’t expect it to lead her to the man she crushed on in university who also happens to be the man her sister betrayed.
Jace is less than impressed to see the woman on his doorstep as he thought it was the woman who betrayed him and not her sister. He agrees to help her find out what happened to Lena and as they work together he learns she is nothing like her sister and the chemistry between them ignites but will he be able to trust her?
Jace and Lindsey come together over their love of computers and they are like two peas in a pod. The story combines romance and suspense into an intriguing storyline that leaves you looking forward to stories about the other members in the team.
Jace is less than impressed to see the woman on his doorstep as he thought it was the woman who betrayed him and not her sister. He agrees to help her find out what happened to Lena and as they work together he learns she is nothing like her sister and the chemistry between them ignites but will he be able to trust her?
Jace and Lindsey come together over their love of computers and they are like two peas in a pod. The story combines romance and suspense into an intriguing storyline that leaves you looking forward to stories about the other members in the team.
August 8, 2019
Very intriguing- action packed- loved the writing!
Deadlock is definitely 5 stars! A very drama filled story with danger and suspense with a "who do you trust" theme that makes the book a thrilling read. Lindsey Morris is a strong and independent woman rather she has ever exercised that part of herself or not. Having a completely out there, wild and free twin, Lindsey hasn't had much need to be as brazen as she needs to be once confronted with a slew of problems to face after her twin, Lena goes missing.
Jace is a book boyfriend that is hot, sexy, yet dangerous and smart. While his body tells him to trust Lindsey, his mind and past warn him away.
Danger and violence brings these two together and the story was amazing.
Highly recommend and CANNOT wait for the next book in this series.
Deadlock is definitely 5 stars! A very drama filled story with danger and suspense with a "who do you trust" theme that makes the book a thrilling read. Lindsey Morris is a strong and independent woman rather she has ever exercised that part of herself or not. Having a completely out there, wild and free twin, Lindsey hasn't had much need to be as brazen as she needs to be once confronted with a slew of problems to face after her twin, Lena goes missing.
Jace is a book boyfriend that is hot, sexy, yet dangerous and smart. While his body tells him to trust Lindsey, his mind and past warn him away.
Danger and violence brings these two together and the story was amazing.
Highly recommend and CANNOT wait for the next book in this series.
May 9, 2019
I received an advanced reader's copy of Deadlock by Cherrie Lynn from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This was the first novel that I had read by Cherrie Lynn, but after reading, she is an author I would look for and in the future.
Overall, I enjoyed this novel and I found it to be well written. From the summary to the last page, I was intrigued and engrossed. The primary characters' romantic start was a little rocky (guy burned by the not-so-good twin is leery of the good twin showing up and asking for his help), but it improved quickly and the main characters' chemistry was believable. The steamy scenes were hot, the drama was engrossing, and the plot moved along. It was an enjoyable read!
This was the first novel that I had read by Cherrie Lynn, but after reading, she is an author I would look for and in the future.
Overall, I enjoyed this novel and I found it to be well written. From the summary to the last page, I was intrigued and engrossed. The primary characters' romantic start was a little rocky (guy burned by the not-so-good twin is leery of the good twin showing up and asking for his help), but it improved quickly and the main characters' chemistry was believable. The steamy scenes were hot, the drama was engrossing, and the plot moved along. It was an enjoyable read!
June 26, 2019
I was intrigued by the hacker theme of the story/series and it delivered!
Damn … this story had me hooked from the start. I loved the twin circumstance because it was unique, and it fit this story perfectly! The suspense, with all its twists and surprises, kept me glued to this story from beginning to end. Honestly, I just wanted it to keep going forever! The sparks between Jace and Lindsey were there from the very start.
This is a story/series where one book will lead into another. Now that might just be me and my interpretation of what I just read, but I’m pretty sure I’m right on that count. The HEA wasn’t as solid as I would have hoped, but there is no doubt in my mind that Jace and Lindsey will ride into the sunset together LOL I’m really looking forward to more from this hacker team! I think all of their stories will be just the right kind of suspenseful I enjoy!
Damn … this story had me hooked from the start. I loved the twin circumstance because it was unique, and it fit this story perfectly! The suspense, with all its twists and surprises, kept me glued to this story from beginning to end. Honestly, I just wanted it to keep going forever! The sparks between Jace and Lindsey were there from the very start.
This is a story/series where one book will lead into another. Now that might just be me and my interpretation of what I just read, but I’m pretty sure I’m right on that count. The HEA wasn’t as solid as I would have hoped, but there is no doubt in my mind that Jace and Lindsey will ride into the sunset together LOL I’m really looking forward to more from this hacker team! I think all of their stories will be just the right kind of suspenseful I enjoy!
June 28, 2019
WOW! This is the first book that I have read from Cherrie Lynn and I am now a fan. This is a second chance, suspenseful romance, action packed page turner. I received a free ARC from NetGalley.com and this is my unbiased and voluntary review.
Lindsey and Lena might be identical twins, but their personalities are exact opposites. Lena was always getting them into trouble when they're growing up and as an adult she hasn't change. When Lena does another disappearing act, missing their parents 40th wedding anniversary, Lindsey is so angry that she ignores her sister's text. But when, she goes to Lena's apartment to look for her, she finds the apartment had been ransacked. Following the instructions on the text, leads her to the door of her college crush, Jace Adams, a man whose life Lena had destroyed. He didn't know that Lena had a twin and at first doesn't believe her. But Jace is now part of a secret government "ethical" hacker organization and a case that his group is working on intertwines with Lena's possible disappearance. Lindsey is a loner and a skilled coder and while his group doesn't trust her, they agree to help find her sister. Jace has a hard time reconciling his hatred for Lena as he is drawn to Lindsey. Lots of twists and turns that keep the reader engaged until the very end, eager to rad the next book in the series.
Lindsey and Lena might be identical twins, but their personalities are exact opposites. Lena was always getting them into trouble when they're growing up and as an adult she hasn't change. When Lena does another disappearing act, missing their parents 40th wedding anniversary, Lindsey is so angry that she ignores her sister's text. But when, she goes to Lena's apartment to look for her, she finds the apartment had been ransacked. Following the instructions on the text, leads her to the door of her college crush, Jace Adams, a man whose life Lena had destroyed. He didn't know that Lena had a twin and at first doesn't believe her. But Jace is now part of a secret government "ethical" hacker organization and a case that his group is working on intertwines with Lena's possible disappearance. Lindsey is a loner and a skilled coder and while his group doesn't trust her, they agree to help find her sister. Jace has a hard time reconciling his hatred for Lena as he is drawn to Lindsey. Lots of twists and turns that keep the reader engaged until the very end, eager to rad the next book in the series.
June 24, 2019
A romantic suspense, Deadlock is the start of the Hacker World series. I like the premise and the story but did feel at times the story was overtaken by the romance and loss a little of it balance. In saying that did I enjoy it, yes, will I read more, most definitely
July 15, 2019
This was a real fun read, with lots of secrets and ups and downs. Lindsey ends up being way cooler than any one gave her credit for; Jace finally saw a little bit of light at the end of the bitter tunnel; and OMG, I hated Lena, lol.
SUPER curious to read more in this series!
SUPER curious to read more in this series!
January 8, 2020
3.5 stars.
March 17, 2020
Wait. I need more. There’s got to be more in this series, right?! I was hooked!
May 10, 2019
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
So, it’s been a long time since I’ve written a review because life happened but here we go again, getting into the swing of things. And what a good book to start back up again. Let me tell you, you wouldn’t wanna miss this book when it comes out.
The books follows the story of Lindsey, who has an identical twin sister, Lena. And while they may be identical physically, they couldn’t be more different on all other aspects of their life. Lindsey, a coder who graduated from MIT, lives a quiet life. She’s an introvert, doesn’t have much of a social life and loves retro video games and geeky shows. She doesn’t have the best relationship with her sister, but when Lena’s suddenly missing just leaving a weird text message for her, she’ll be thrown into a new world that she has to figure out if she wants to save her sister.
The plot of this story was so engaging that I couldn’t put it down for a second. Maybe it is a little slow after the initial getting to know what’s happening, but nothing major. The caracteres are enigmatic and have stories that interwind with one another, and that makes it so much more interesting, because you spend the whole book trying to figure them out.
If you ask me, the thing I liked the least about this book, was the cliffhanger of sorts at the end. I mean this “chapter” of the story ended, the main story of this book is resolved within it, but you have this bigger issue which you are wondering about for most of the book, that doesn’t have a resolution, probably setting up for a sequel. Personally, I freaking hate cliffhangers. If I like a book, I’m gonna read the sequel even if it doesn’t have an open ending. I hate having to wait a long time for something to be resolved, mostly because when the sequel comes out I’ll probably have to reread the first book to remember most of the stuff.
Another issue I had with this book was the love story, while I loved it, it seemed rushed at a certain point. They went from nothing, to ‘I can’t live without you’, to ‘I don’t trust you, get out’, all in like two chapters. But, they were so cute so whatever, I can get past that.
Overall this was a really good read, and I would totally recommend grabbing it when it comes out. Honestly, I had such a great time reading it and had no problem in falling in love with the characters. Can’t wait for the sequel now!
So, it’s been a long time since I’ve written a review because life happened but here we go again, getting into the swing of things. And what a good book to start back up again. Let me tell you, you wouldn’t wanna miss this book when it comes out.
The books follows the story of Lindsey, who has an identical twin sister, Lena. And while they may be identical physically, they couldn’t be more different on all other aspects of their life. Lindsey, a coder who graduated from MIT, lives a quiet life. She’s an introvert, doesn’t have much of a social life and loves retro video games and geeky shows. She doesn’t have the best relationship with her sister, but when Lena’s suddenly missing just leaving a weird text message for her, she’ll be thrown into a new world that she has to figure out if she wants to save her sister.
The plot of this story was so engaging that I couldn’t put it down for a second. Maybe it is a little slow after the initial getting to know what’s happening, but nothing major. The caracteres are enigmatic and have stories that interwind with one another, and that makes it so much more interesting, because you spend the whole book trying to figure them out.
If you ask me, the thing I liked the least about this book, was the cliffhanger of sorts at the end. I mean this “chapter” of the story ended, the main story of this book is resolved within it, but you have this bigger issue which you are wondering about for most of the book, that doesn’t have a resolution, probably setting up for a sequel. Personally, I freaking hate cliffhangers. If I like a book, I’m gonna read the sequel even if it doesn’t have an open ending. I hate having to wait a long time for something to be resolved, mostly because when the sequel comes out I’ll probably have to reread the first book to remember most of the stuff.
Another issue I had with this book was the love story, while I loved it, it seemed rushed at a certain point. They went from nothing, to ‘I can’t live without you’, to ‘I don’t trust you, get out’, all in like two chapters. But, they were so cute so whatever, I can get past that.
Overall this was a really good read, and I would totally recommend grabbing it when it comes out. Honestly, I had such a great time reading it and had no problem in falling in love with the characters. Can’t wait for the sequel now!
June 11, 2019
ARC received via Netgalley for an honest review
I have adored the Cherrie Lynn books I have read in the past (I mean, hellllooooo Ghost!) and I was intrigued by the hacker aspect of Deadlock, so it wasn't a hard decision to make to request Deadlock.
And whilst I liked this story, I didn't love it. I had trouble connecting with the characters, and mostly found them annoying and not really likable.
To me, Jace was just a d!ck, Lena a b!tch and Lindsey, whilst completely capable, a bit of a door mat to her sister - have I said how much of a b!tch I thought she was. But this could just be me.
I was intrigued by the hacker elements of the story - I am so tech stupid most of it flew right over my head.
So, whilst I didn't love Deadlock, I did like it enough that I will read more of the series in the future.
I have adored the Cherrie Lynn books I have read in the past (I mean, hellllooooo Ghost!) and I was intrigued by the hacker aspect of Deadlock, so it wasn't a hard decision to make to request Deadlock.
And whilst I liked this story, I didn't love it. I had trouble connecting with the characters, and mostly found them annoying and not really likable.
To me, Jace was just a d!ck, Lena a b!tch and Lindsey, whilst completely capable, a bit of a door mat to her sister - have I said how much of a b!tch I thought she was. But this could just be me.
I was intrigued by the hacker elements of the story - I am so tech stupid most of it flew right over my head.
So, whilst I didn't love Deadlock, I did like it enough that I will read more of the series in the future.
January 4, 2021
Wow! I hadn't read a book by Cherrie Lynn, but I liked this one! I was caught up in the cat and mouse and "where will the story go" the entire book! Holy cow there is a lot going on in this book and it was a perfect set up for the books to come! I can't for the books to come. Lindsey's twin (Lena) is hiding secrets and has sent a message to Lindsey to go to an address for help. The address of Jace, the boy that Lena got kicked out of school. Needless to things, Jace and Lindsey had a rough start that is for sure! Throughout the book, you don't know who to trust, what is going on. It was fast paced and kept me on my toes and there were twists and turns I wasn't expecting. Jace was a good hero, I did get mad at him a couple of times because of his doubts about Lindsey but I did kind of get of because of the damage Lena did to him....but I still wanted to smack him. Lindsey, I just thought she grew as a character and in the end she became the badass.
The secondary characters were all great and the bad guy is a real bad guy....This book does have a conclusion but the underlying story does not end. That doesn't bother me, and I don't consider it a cliffhanger, I could stop reading now and be content....okay not really because I like the storyline and characters :) But, I don't think you will feel like you are left on a cliffhanger. Now, lets just get book two out!!!!
The secondary characters were all great and the bad guy is a real bad guy....This book does have a conclusion but the underlying story does not end. That doesn't bother me, and I don't consider it a cliffhanger, I could stop reading now and be content....okay not really because I like the storyline and characters :) But, I don't think you will feel like you are left on a cliffhanger. Now, lets just get book two out!!!!
June 9, 2019
Lindsey Morris is so mad at her sister Lena when she is absent from their parents' anniversary party that was suppose to be a joint planning en-devour. Lindsey is used to her sister doing her disappearing act and leaving without a word for days and weeks at a time. But...this time Lindsey has had enough of being left holding the bag and stomps to Lena's apartment when she does not answer her phone. What she finds is a destroyed and vandalized room and evidence of violence! Seeking the help of an Ex-Air Force Hacker Jace Adams is the only path available to Lindsey in the race to find her missing twin. Great characters and action keeps the pages turning. "A copy of this book was provided by Entangled via NetGalley with no requirements for a review. Comments here are my honest opinion." Can't wait for the next in Lynn's Hacker World Series.
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