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The James Gang #3
Explosive Touch
Welcome to the tropics, where the weather isn’t the only thing that gets HOT!
Bombings, worlds apart, throw two survivors together. Troy, a mental wreck and physically damaged due to his last tour as a Special Ops soldier, is asked to protect Shayne from an unknown enemy. Is he up to the task? Can he keep his emotional distance from a woman who has become all too important to him?
Shayne Peterson cheated death when she survived a bombing at a Tampa country club. Still, she fights a nightly battle against the terror of being trapped under the rubble and her inability to identify the man who left the deadly package. After a move to Sanibel Island, she finds herself surrounded by former Green Berets. She feels safe—until it becomes obvious that she’s not.
A suicide bomber in an Afghani marketplace left Troy McKenzie, Special Forces soldier and former ladies’ man, disfigured. He should have died that day—punishment for his arrogance and misplaced trust. Unable to get past the memories and the boy he couldn’t save, Troy returns to Sanibel, seeking the support of his former brothers-in-arms.
Soon Shayne and Troy are battling their unexpected, and ill-timed, attraction to one another while staying one step ahead of a killer.
Bombings, worlds apart, throw two survivors together. Troy, a mental wreck and physically damaged due to his last tour as a Special Ops soldier, is asked to protect Shayne from an unknown enemy. Is he up to the task? Can he keep his emotional distance from a woman who has become all too important to him?
Shayne Peterson cheated death when she survived a bombing at a Tampa country club. Still, she fights a nightly battle against the terror of being trapped under the rubble and her inability to identify the man who left the deadly package. After a move to Sanibel Island, she finds herself surrounded by former Green Berets. She feels safe—until it becomes obvious that she’s not.
A suicide bomber in an Afghani marketplace left Troy McKenzie, Special Forces soldier and former ladies’ man, disfigured. He should have died that day—punishment for his arrogance and misplaced trust. Unable to get past the memories and the boy he couldn’t save, Troy returns to Sanibel, seeking the support of his former brothers-in-arms.
Soon Shayne and Troy are battling their unexpected, and ill-timed, attraction to one another while staying one step ahead of a killer.
- GenresRomantic Suspense
374 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 26, 2019
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About the author
C.F. Francis
5 books26 followersC. F. Francis is a native Floridian. Born in Tampa and raised on the Gold Coast of Florida, she has lived in paradise for most of her life. She loves mystery, suspense and romance and enjoys mixing them up with the tropical heat of South Florida. She considers herself honored to have friends who have served in the military (including Special Forces and Intelligence) who she can rely on for information and ideas. Currently, Ms. Francis lives in Southwest Florida where her series take place.
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Displaying 1 - 8 of 8 reviews
May 19, 2020
If one likes steamy romance mixed with sexy military men and the fiery independent women they love, “Explosive Touch” is a must read!
Read full review in the 2020 May issue of InD'tale Magazine.
Read full review in the 2020 May issue of InD'tale Magazine.
September 11, 2020
In trouble, call a SEAL. Troy must protect Shayne from a killer in this mystery romance. This great book is a terrific read. If you love Navy SEALS like I do, you will love this!
February 2, 2021
This is CF’s 3rd book is a steamy series that takes place on Sanibel Island. Not only is the locale gorgeous, the heat between the two main characters makes this a page turner. Shared past experiences, feisty personality, danger - all of these combined make the perfect storm for these two to find comfort in each other. Can’t wait for her next writing adventure!
April 8, 2022
Great story
This book has a lot of danger,action,suspense,and a little romance thrown in keeps you hanging on the edge until the very end,looking forward to reading more books from this author thrilling and sacrifice
This book has a lot of danger,action,suspense,and a little romance thrown in keeps you hanging on the edge until the very end,looking forward to reading more books from this author thrilling and sacrifice
February 21, 2019
WOW, this is EXPLOSIVE! I could not put the book down. Like the first two books, this has romance,puzzles to solve and action. I cannot wait for the next James Gang adventure.
February 14, 2019
Mystery, Suspense and Romance!
Mystery, Suspence and Romance....Yeah, Baby! This is the third book written by C. F. Francis that I have read and I am addicted to the storyline, the characters ... and the sultry and steamy writing just keeps me wanting more of the adventures of the James Gang. Can't wait for your next book!
Mystery, Suspence and Romance....Yeah, Baby! This is the third book written by C. F. Francis that I have read and I am addicted to the storyline, the characters ... and the sultry and steamy writing just keeps me wanting more of the adventures of the James Gang. Can't wait for your next book!
February 16, 2022
Another Great Story
This is the third book in the series. It was as good as the first two books. I enjoyed reading it and I know that I am going to be reading the next book soon.
This is the third book in the series. It was as good as the first two books. I enjoyed reading it and I know that I am going to be reading the next book soon.
February 17, 2022
Brilliant addition to this series of ex-Army heroes. Realistic and gritty!
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