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Steele Protectors #2
Atticus
ATTICUS (Steele Protectors 2) is the 2nd book in USA Today and Amazon #1 Bestselling Author, Carole Mortimer’s, BRAND NEW Contemporary Romantic Suspense series.
Author’s Note: Beware of the very sexy & very alpha Steele brothers. These books are HOT!
Atticus is eldest of the six Steele brothers, and he takes that role very seriously. Even more so when it comes to the welfare and safety of his fiercely independent and adopted sister, Jenna Riley. Except Atticus hasn’t thought of her in a sisterly way for years. If he ever did.
Recently Jenna was viciously attacked by two thugs, who have since learned the error of their ways at the hands of the Steele brothers. Atticus insists, for her own safety, that Jenna live with him once she’s well enough to be discharged from hospital.
Weeks later, she’s still there, tormenting him on a daily basis, with her presence, her perfume, and the sexy items of her clothing occasionally left in his bathroom, which she insists on using because she says his shower is better than hers!
Atticus isn’t sure how much more of this torment he can take before he loses it completely and gives in to his need to take and own Jenna. All of her.
When Jenna’s life is once again threatened all bets are off!
Author’s Note: Beware of the very sexy & very alpha Steele brothers. These books are HOT!
Atticus is eldest of the six Steele brothers, and he takes that role very seriously. Even more so when it comes to the welfare and safety of his fiercely independent and adopted sister, Jenna Riley. Except Atticus hasn’t thought of her in a sisterly way for years. If he ever did.
Recently Jenna was viciously attacked by two thugs, who have since learned the error of their ways at the hands of the Steele brothers. Atticus insists, for her own safety, that Jenna live with him once she’s well enough to be discharged from hospital.
Weeks later, she’s still there, tormenting him on a daily basis, with her presence, her perfume, and the sexy items of her clothing occasionally left in his bathroom, which she insists on using because she says his shower is better than hers!
Atticus isn’t sure how much more of this torment he can take before he loses it completely and gives in to his need to take and own Jenna. All of her.
When Jenna’s life is once again threatened all bets are off!
- GenresContemporary Romance
160 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 12, 2019
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About the author
Carole Mortimer
1,300 books911 followersI have written almost 250 romance novels in contemporary and Regency.
I am a USA Today Bestselling Author and recipient of the 2015 RWA Lifetime Achievement Award. In 2014 I received a Pioneer of Romance Award from Romantic Times in the US and in 2012 I was recognised by Queen Elizabeth II for my 'outstanding service to literature'.
I am very happily married to Peter with six sons, and live on the Isle of Man
I am a USA Today Bestselling Author and recipient of the 2015 RWA Lifetime Achievement Award. In 2014 I received a Pioneer of Romance Award from Romantic Times in the US and in 2012 I was recognised by Queen Elizabeth II for my 'outstanding service to literature'.
I am very happily married to Peter with six sons, and live on the Isle of Man
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July 5, 2019
3.5 stars
February 18, 2021
I liked this one. There was a twist in it.
April 15, 2019
Came across this book truly by accident. Read the blurb, purchased, read and was pleasantly surprised. This author is new to me but she captured everything I like in a man. Atticus is intelligent, sarcastic, a protector, provider, and a giver (he gave Jenna just what she wanted even though that wasn't his kink lol).
April 18, 2019
Fabulous adventure throwing In love!
September 16, 2019
FINAL DECISION: I enjoyed this story. Atticus and Jenna are a combative couple and there is plenty of angst around the fact that Jenna is pretty much a sister to the other Steele brothers. As the two navigate a new relationship there is also drama over Jenna's hidden past.
THE STORY: Atticus Steele is the oldest brother and takes his responsibility seriously, especially towards the family's unofficially adopted daughter Jenna Riley. Atticus's problem is that he doesn't see Jenna as a sister. After Jenna's abduction, Atticus has become even more protective towards Jenna, but Jenna is ready to show Atticus that she doesn't see him as an older brother but as the man she wants.
OPINION: This was an enjoyable entry in the series. Atticus is definitely an alpha male combining his desire for Jenna with his intense protectiveness. What makes it good is that Jenna is no doormat and is definitely going after the man she wants even as he tries to protect her from everyone -- including himself.
Even though the novella is short, the story sets up the characters so that the relationship seems more complex than what we get to see. Because of their existing relationship, their familiarity works well. The book picks up right when their relationship is changing to a romantic one so the quick turn to sex feels just right.
The story is animated by new dangers to Jenna and the revelations regarding her past. That part of the story works but isn't the focus or purpose of the book.
WORTH MENTIONING: This is a novella length book.
CONNECTED BOOKS: ATTICUS is the second book in the Steele Protectors series. The romance here is self-contained, but the characters overlap and Jenna's story begins in the first book in the series.
STAR RATING: I give this book 4 stars.
This review was originally posted on Top10RomanceBooks.com
THE STORY: Atticus Steele is the oldest brother and takes his responsibility seriously, especially towards the family's unofficially adopted daughter Jenna Riley. Atticus's problem is that he doesn't see Jenna as a sister. After Jenna's abduction, Atticus has become even more protective towards Jenna, but Jenna is ready to show Atticus that she doesn't see him as an older brother but as the man she wants.
OPINION: This was an enjoyable entry in the series. Atticus is definitely an alpha male combining his desire for Jenna with his intense protectiveness. What makes it good is that Jenna is no doormat and is definitely going after the man she wants even as he tries to protect her from everyone -- including himself.
Even though the novella is short, the story sets up the characters so that the relationship seems more complex than what we get to see. Because of their existing relationship, their familiarity works well. The book picks up right when their relationship is changing to a romantic one so the quick turn to sex feels just right.
The story is animated by new dangers to Jenna and the revelations regarding her past. That part of the story works but isn't the focus or purpose of the book.
WORTH MENTIONING: This is a novella length book.
CONNECTED BOOKS: ATTICUS is the second book in the Steele Protectors series. The romance here is self-contained, but the characters overlap and Jenna's story begins in the first book in the series.
STAR RATING: I give this book 4 stars.
This review was originally posted on Top10RomanceBooks.com
May 19, 2019
A quick read!
April 16, 2019
Steamy!
Atticus is HOT, an alpha, and the oldest of the Steel siblings. Jenna, feisty and hopelessly in love with Atticus since she can remember. A mystery, but not puzzle worthy, a steamy intimacy scene, and a very well written story made this a really good read! Enjoy
Atticus is HOT, an alpha, and the oldest of the Steel siblings. Jenna, feisty and hopelessly in love with Atticus since she can remember. A mystery, but not puzzle worthy, a steamy intimacy scene, and a very well written story made this a really good read! Enjoy
July 8, 2020
Love and sex
This book was amazing awesome 👏🏼 I recommend reading it my second in this series and the author is an amazing writer ❤️🔥👏🏼
This book was amazing awesome 👏🏼 I recommend reading it my second in this series and the author is an amazing writer ❤️🔥👏🏼
September 7, 2021
A short story with Atticus, the eldest brother of the Steele Protectors. A sexy HEA. 4☆
February 8, 2021
I loved this book. It was engaging, fun and a great steamy scene. A few moments were a tad cliche (the emphasis on alpha), but those parts didn’t take away the fun. What also didn’t hurt is that I kept picturing Jason Momoa as Atticus. Which is a good way to read this book.
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