Beau

The Mavericks #4

by Dale Mayer

Not the size to blend in anywhere … Not that he cared …

Beau heads to Alaska to a cult that kidnaps women to flesh out its numbers. One woman in particular has gone missing. When her father calls in a favor, Beau is asked to fit into the cult community. Only his style is guns blazing, and he doesn’t bother counting the dead …

Danica was late for her college class when a hood was thrown over her head, and then she was tossed into the back of a vehicle. Days later, she wakes up on a dirt floor of a cell with only a grate above her head. But she’ll take it as she’s nothing if not innovative. As soon as she escapes her prison, she runs into the brick wall that’s Beau. He’d good at giving orders. She’s not so good at following them …

With dozens of lives at stake in a sex-trafficking scheme, neither Beau nor Danica had expected it would be action all the way for them as they battle to free other women and to stay alive–together.

Genres: Romance, Romantic Suspense, Military Fiction, Audiobook, Suspense

179 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 18, 2020

About the author

Dale Mayer is a USA Today bestselling author best known for her Psychic Visions and Family Blood Ties series. Her contemporary romances are raw and full of passion and emotion (Second Chances, SKIN), her thrillers will keep you guessing (By Death series), and her romantic comedies will keep you giggling (It's a Dog's Life and Charmin Marvin Romantic Comedy series).

She honors the stories that come to her - and some of them are crazy and break all the rules and cross multiple genres!

To go with her fiction, she also writes nonfiction in many different fields with books available on resume writing, companion gardening and the US mortgage system. She has recently published her Career Essentials Series. All her books are available in print and ebook format.

To find out more about Dale and her books, visit her at http://www.dalemayer.com. Or connect with her online with Twitter at www.twitter.com/dalemayer and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/dalemayer.author. If you like Dale Mayer's books and are interested in joining her street team, sign up here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/40238...

Books by Dale Mayer

Psychic Vision Series
Tuesday's Child
Hide'n Go Seek
Maddy's Floor
Garden of Sorrow
Knock, Knock...
Rare Find
Eyes to the Soul - fall/winter 2014

By Death Series
Touched by Death - Part 1 - Free
Touched by Death - Part 2
Touched by Death - Full book
Haunted by Death
Chilled by Death - fall/winter 2014

Second Chances...at Love Series
Second Chances - Part 1
Second Chances - Part 2
Second Chances - Full book

Novellas
It's a Dog's Life- romantic comedy

Charmin Marvin Romantic Comedy
Broken Protocols #1
Broken Protocols #2
Broken Protocols #3

New adult/adul crossover Books
In Cassie's Corner
Gem Stone (a Gemma Stone mystery)

Design Series
Dangerous Designs
Deadly Designs
Darkest Designs

Family Blood Ties Series
Vampire in Denial
Vampire in Distress
Vampire in Design
Vampire in Deceit
Vampire in Defiance

Non-Fiction Books
Career Essentials: The Resume
Career Essentials: The Cover Letter
Career Essentials: The Interview
Career Essentials: 3 in 1

Reviews

[Cheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beau is a really big military man who is used to taking control and getting a job done. He is transitioning into a group called The Mavericks and is sent to Alaska to retrieve a kidnapped woman. Little did he know that Danika, a tiny little thing, was determined to not stay kidnapped. In fact she found another woman who she helped get out. Beau finds them but the other bolts so Beau picks up Danika and throws her on his back so he has his hands free to escape. Lots of twists in this story with many of them provided by Danika which made me smile. Enjoyable read.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Ramona · Rating 4 out of 5]

So far I really enjoy reading this series.

I like Dale Mayer - and I can't believe how much she can pack in a relatively short story.

[Kathie Savage · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you saw my review of Book 3, Jax, you will understand when I say that no candy can provide the goose bumps I got from reading Mavericks Book 4, Beau, whose mission is to rescue a kidnap victim believed to have been taken to Alaska. Danika could have been any college co-ed, someone’s sister, daughter, cousin or friend kidnapped on her way to class, hooded and thrown into a car, then drugged and flown in a plane to a location completely unknown to her, where she regains consciousness locked in an underground cell. What Danika does, though, that sets her apart from many kidnapped young women is to keep her head, free herself from her prison, and then free Nania, another captive. Just as Nania panics and runs from where she and Danika were hiding, Beau finds and rescues Danika. On learning her identity, which means that he has just accomplished his mission, Beau is ready to get Danika away from the compound where the kidnappers and the rest of the captives are. That’s when the second thing that sets Danika apart from many other young kidnap victims comes to light – she refuses to leave without the other captive women, who are to be shipped to who-knows-where that same day. Thus begins an exciting, action-filled adventure. The who, the what, the where and the why – all there to be discovered in nail-biting can’t-put-it-down reading.

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[TrishAM · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beau Madison was coming to the end of his time as a navy SEAL, wanting to carry on with the same kind of work but with less restrictions and unlimited budget he was given the chance to join the Mavericks, a covert black ops team. Beau had already done one mission as backup to Jax, who was now giving him his instructions. It was Beau's turn to lead a mission before joining a team, a sort of initiation. Beau was to have back up from an old colleague Asher, and their mission was to take them to Alaska to rescue the daughter of a wealthy business man who had been kidnapped by a cult who were taking young girls to sell in the sex trade.
Danika Lindstrom was tied up in a small, filthy underground cell with only a small grid in the roof, Danika , a really gutsy girl, sets about forming an escape plan.
Beau and Asher soon realise that they are up against a small army of guards in a camp surrounded by razor wire and that there are lots more young girls to be rescued.
This story is action packed, it has kidnapping, murder, rogue military personnel and of course romance. The interaction between Beau and Danika is lovely even though she infuriates him at times.
This is the fourth book in the Maverick series, they are all standalone and I have really enjoyed them all.

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[Di · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another hit in the Mavericks series and this time it’s Beau, the giant who is a teddy bear when warranted and a fierce protector and fighter all around. He has his mission, go to Alaska and rescue Danica, who was kidnapped and waiting to be shipped across the sea for nefarious reasons. Danica wakes up in a cold cell underground and uses her wits to get out, only to run into Beau during her escape. As the two try to find their way out, the two help other women who have been kidnapped...but all is not good when they escape as others are in on the plan...can they figure out who the good and bad guys are.
A great read with some steam, action and suspense as these two try not to only save themselves but the women and children caught up in the mess. I liked these two and their protectiveness over each other, Danica who was not a wall flower and stood by Beau’s side, getting into the thick of it to help him and not running away. Beau, the gentle giant when warranted and his fierceness to not only help Danica but everyone involved. I also love the little to no drama between them, no others getting in the way and no misunderstandings.
*I voluntarily read an advanced copy and expressed my honest opinion*

[Cheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once Beau gets his call to lead a mission the action is all non stop. Danica is kidnapped on her way to class. When she comes to she is in a hole in the ground with a grate opening on top. Beau and Asher are tasked with rescuing her. Danica is strong, gutsy and independent women with a strong moral compass. She manages to get out of her hole and attempts to help another woman. Thats where Beau finds her as he scopes out the compound. The action just keeps on going as they attempt to rescue all the women who have been kidnapped and will be sold into white slavery, or the sex ring. Dale takes a tough subject matter as a light background with romance, and suspense laid over the top. Awareness is brought with a subtle touch to every reader as they take this ride with Danica and Beau. I loved this one was story, plot, not a lot of nudge, nudge, its your turn to fall in love. I am thrilled to have been given a chance to receive this arc and freely volunteer my thoughts and opinions. Read a great romantic suspense and at the same time gain awareness of what transpires all over the world even today.

[Gladys · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a great read. A well written gripping story line is brilliantly paired with complex, strong characters to craft a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat and completely focused as you read each page. The sparks really fly between Beau and Danika. Whether from their attraction and chemistry or from their many clashes of wills, they are generating lots of heat. Of coarse Beau was a wonderful book boyfriend. He practically had hero written all over him but I have to do a special shout out to Danika for being an epic book girlfriend. Fierce, spunky, determined, smart, supportive, kind and quite simply just an all around Good Person, I thought she truly rocked. Although she was in a terrible situation and in danger, she was no one's damsel in distress and I loved that she never felt the need to throw someone else under the bus in order to save herself. I thought this author shined a light on a very scary, very real issue with a talented and light touch that let you be entertained while also imparting some knowledge along the way. This is my truthful review that I am posting of my own accord.

[Judy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beau by Dale Mayer
The Mavericks Series Book Four
Beau Madison may be a big guy, but he's still stealthy. He'd just been on an op with the Mavericks to help Jax out with a kidnapping on a cruise ship...and now, it's time for his own op. Rescuing a kidnap victim that they believe would be heading into the sex trade if they didn't get to her in time.

Danika Lindstrom has been through hell and ended up in a hell pit to prove it. She went from walking to her college class a bit late to finding herself ruffed up, knocked out, and thrown in a dirt-floored pit. Luckily, she had more grit than the dirt floor and found a way to escape.

This was an action-packed story of suspense, rescue, and romance. But yet, it has the truth behind it of how aware of your surroundings you should be. Real-life is often stranger...and more dangerous than fiction. And this fiction story is a reminder of that, because the truth is there really are sick people out there who do evil things. Great story with an extra lesson in it.
**Sexual content and language
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[Mandy (MP Book Reviews) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ex-SEAL Beau is heading to Alaska on a mission to rescue a woman from a cult that has started to kidnap women to increase their numbers. after her father called in a favour. Danika was late for a college class but a hood was thrown over her head and hours later she wakes up on a dirt floor with her arms and legs bound and a grate above her head. However, she is an innovative person and manages to escape herself even if she then runs into a brick wall that is also known as Beau. He's great at giving her orders, but she is not good at following them. Can Beau and Danika work together to free the other women and stay safe?

This was a great story with a very strong and assertive woman goes up against and with a strong alpha male. I loved the relationship between them and the way the dominance switched between them. Time and time again they saved each other as Danika found new depths in herself. Well written and easy to understand, it was a very enjoyable read that took me on the journey with them as they found to stay alive and free all the women that were trapped there.

[Linda Carlson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic!
Another marvelously written Maverick adventure! I love Beau and his huge, quiet strength.
Human sex trafficking is a real thing all over the world. To bring its horrific ugliness out into the open to spread awareness, this incredible story is a skill this author has shown numerous times in her writing.

I love the heart and compassion Danika shows to Nania, a complete stranger, to help her escape the same fate she is facing, despite the risks and danger. This story is full of twists and turns with surprises and extensive bravery. These characters have what it takes to get someone out of a very tight situation.

Danika and Beau show incredible teamwork and she just won’t stop putting herself at risk to make sure Beau and Asher are safe when it should be the other way around, but then there is that too. During this heartbreaking ordeal, Beau and Danika form a bond that is intense and forever.

I strongly encourage anyone who loves adventure, hot, sexy men and a tender HEA to read this series!

[CarolKat · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beau gets his own mission pretty much on the tail of the last one with Jax. It's Jax on the other end of phone this time around. Of course Jax won't tell him who his back-up is, but he would meet up with him in Alaska.

Danica had been taken on her way to class, she wakes in an underground cell with a grate giving light and air. As the days passed with no sign of rescue, and her hands and feet still tied she knew she had to find a way out and gets creative to release them.

Beau's back-up is Asher, another SEAL buddy one he knew would be an asset once they got to the compound where they believe Danika is being held.

Their job was about to get easier, yet harder when Beau finds Danika.

Now Danica is not very good at staying where she's told to stay, and being armed helped. She wasn't going to be captured again or let anything happen to the men who just showed up to get her out of here.

Fast-paced with plenty of hold your breath action, some tears, lots of emotion and a simmer to sizzle romance under some very difficult conditions.

I can't wait for the next book in this series!

[Judi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Like those before him, Beau was hardly home any time from his first Mavericks op before he received a call from Jax with orders for his own mission to lead. A rescue of an American woman that has him headed to the wilds of Alaska.

Beau's backup is friend and fellow SEAL Asher, who meets up with him at the airport in Anchorage. As always, the Mavericks are on standby through communications to provide further backup and assistance.

Danika Lindstrom has no idea why she was taken or where she is. Through the haze of being drugged, she thinks she was taken from her college campus by a combination of ground and air transportation. One thing she knows for sure is that she is in danger and must find a way out.

Beau, Asher and Danika are up against some major odds between the location of the kidnappers' compound and the cult population inside the compound. The deadline to act is now.

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[Lisa Gibbs · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's Beau's turn to head his mission and he is headed to Alaska. He has done his research but he isn't ready for the woman he is supposed to rescue to be well different from most damsels in distress. Danica is an amazing character in that she doesn't break down into tears. She is strong and selfless as she heads into danger instead of away from it on more than one occasion.

Beau is beguiled by her actions even when it means she ends up in danger. He isn't quite sure what to do with her. He is tall and strong and compassionate. He would rather shot first and ask questions later but he is forced to rethink that as the situation goes from rescuing one to possibly 30 or more. Things get crazy and chaotic in this action-packed story.

I enjoy the fact that each story leads into the next one and that the heroines are just as strong as the heroes. I look forward to reading the next one.

[Char Davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an exciting action packed suspense filled romance story.Beau had just finished his last mission as back up this time it was his mission and he had back up from Asher.There was a important mans daughter grabbed off the street on her way to college .They believe she was taken by sex traffickers.Danita was unlike any woman hes ever known.She wanted to rescue the other women even if it was dangerous.There are so many twists and turns to this story will keep you riveted until the very last page and leave you begging for more.I love the way this amazing author the characters to life before your eyes and you can feel their emotions and their pain.I can hardly wait to see whats next by this multi talented author.

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[Paula · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this story. Beau is a highly trained and skilled military man working for the Mavericks . The Mavericks send in on his mission to Alaska he is tasked with infiltrating a cult that kidnaps women and rescuing a woman named Danica .Beau with Asher his back up set out to survey the cults property . To their surprise Danica has escaped her holding cell and Is attempting her own rescue . Beau's job gets more complicated when they discover women are being kidnapped to sell . Danica refuses to leave without rescuing the women . Danica is just as much a hero as Beau and Asher . This story is action packed and so suspenseful . Absolutely intriguing . Daniac is a quirky billiant and brave woman . I highly recommend taking the time to read and enjoy .

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[Laura R · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story will keep you on the edge of your seat as Beau and Asher go to Alaska to try and find/rescue Danica, who was kidnapped on her way to class. They suspect that women are being taken to be sold.

Danica has managed to free herself from the cell she was being held in and helps free another woman. As Beau is to find out, Danica does not take direction very well. Rather than escaping to Anchorage when she has the chance, she stays behind to make sure Beau is ok.

The attraction between Beau and Danica is instant. He loves her strong will but has been burned in the past and isn't sure he wants to start something without knowing she would be ok with his being gone for long periods of time. Danica doesn't intend to let him just slip back out of her life and this leads to some humorous moments between them.

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beau is given the mission of rescuing Danika who was kidnapped by a group of people into human trafficking. When he arrives at the compound he found that she had escaped from the room where she was being held. When Beau found her his goal was to get her to safety, but Danika would not hear of leaving the other woman. Through out the book Beau was trying to get her to stay out of sight to be safe, but Danika found a reason that she needed to help Beau and left her safety to get in the think of things. My favorite line came after Danika gave Beau a list of orders and Beau asked "Do you always give orders?" and she replies "I'm better at giving orders than taking them." Danika was a strong independent woman who wanted to help anyway she could.

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[Melissa Swafford · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just love a woman who knows her own mind. Danica was kidnapped by a sex trafficking ring and managed to free herself before running into a solid wall of muscle named Beau. From the beginning, there was a spark or two between this warrior and the lady meant for him. But first, they have to overcome the odds against them making it out of the Alaskan wilderness. Along with Beau and Asher, Danica is determined not to leave before rescuing all the other women kidnapped for sale. With a few surprises along the way, good and bad, the trio manages to save the day. Wonderfully fast paced action to keep you reading until the last page.

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[Catherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Danika is kidnapped on campus and wakes up tied up in a cell in the ground. Her father contacts Beau's group requesting someone try to find and rescue her. Beau and Asher ae sent to try and rescue her after she is sighted in Alaska. They find her being held in a cult along with other women that will be shipped to Asia shortly. Beau calls in the military to help rescue all the women. But Beau did not count on Danika sitting still while they do their job without her help. That's when Beau realizes how brave she is. And she can shoot a gun too!
This is by far my favorite book of the series to date.

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[Cheryl Sanders · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is book 4 in the Mavericks series and it features Beau, Danika and Asher, as Beau’s teammate. She was kidnapped from her college campus, beaten and flown to an unknown location. Danika is not one to sit idly by. She escapes, which is how Beau finds her. Their connection is instant. Though she has no former military training, she’s remarkably good with a gun, quick on her very damaged feet and always puts other people before herself. Could she be anymore perfect for him?

This story line is a little bit funny, a whole lot of tragically serious and all the while we get to watch a budding romance happen between Beau and Danika. Such a fantastic action packed series with amazing characters! I’m really looking forward to Asher’s story.

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beau is a big guy and no matter what he stands out. He is in Alaska looking for a missing young woman. Danika is that young lady and she is doing her best to get the heck out of there. She is sore bruised, hungry and thirsty and has no idea where she is. That is not going to stop her, not if she has anything to say about it and she has a lot to say. Beau grabs her and off they go or so he thinks. Danika has other ideas about it and I cannot say more because that would spoil the whole thing. This is really good. You will love it. The series is just getting better and better.

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[Julia Gerard · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Danika is kidnapped at her college and wakes up, tied up and stuck in a hole, does she panic? No she figures a way out! As she's running, she stops and frees another woman! Beau was sent by her father, to find her. And look her she is! But the job is not over, Danika wants to save everyone. She found out that the women there were being sent out to the sex trade. What Beau wasn't expecting was Danika being so fierce and brave. She kept throwing herself in harms way to save people and especially Beau! I think this was my favorite story so far! Beau wasn't sure what hit him, but he loved it!

[Kari Hansen · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Danika headed to college on that fateful day, she had no idea that things could change in an instant. She may have been taken for nefarious purposes, but she is no victim and isn’t about to accept her fate without fighting back.

Beau has left his career as a Navy SEAL in his past and is looking forward to the very different rules that The Mavericks operate under. His first mission is to rescue Danika which goes according to plan but when Danika is not willing to save herself by sacrificing others their mission is about to get complicated.

Suspense, romance and twists all add up to a captivating storyline that leaves you wanting more of this series.

[Veronica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beau and Danika the Surprise!

Beau is sent on his first mission with Asher as backup. They first find Danika who is more observant, and has more information for them every step of the way, however the connection she has with Beau makes her determined to look after his safety sometimes at the risk of her own. An Amazing story which while written beautifully does put into reality how easily the sex slave and white slave industry is still very much happening. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK TO ANYONE AND EVERYONE WHO has been a long time fan of Dale Mayer and anyone who is looking for a damn good read.!!!

[Kathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A kidnapping. Possible human trafficking. A call to Beau, Navy SEAL and a member of The Mavericks, a newly formed group of SEALS with more independence and resources. A team of two to find and rescue. Why do I love Dale Mayer and her SEAL books (SEALS of Honor, Heroes for Hire, The Mavericks, and more)? The men are honorable and the women they rescue or work with are strong. In this case, Beau meets a mighty mite.

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[Wendy Hodges · Rating 5 out of 5]

Action from the first to the last page, Danika is one woman determined not to be kept a prisoner. Once free she is then focussed on others as well as remaining free. She is also not letting those who help her risk their lives without making sure their backs are safe. I loved her spirit and her ease with Beau and Asher, Beau just didn't stand a chance. Tense subject matter and suspense all the way through this plot. Exciting and thrilling story that I didn't want to put down. A few twists keep you hooked and I just wanted to cosy down and settle in for the journey. Brilliant read

[Irene S · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beau travels to Alaska to rescue Danica kidnapped by a cult that might be involved in human trafficking. When Danica awakens in an underground cell, she know she must escape. When she runs into Beau, Danica tells him that there are other women being held that they must rescue. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. This is a very suspenseful book. I like that Danica is not going to sit idly by but will do what she can to help. I also like that there is non-stop action. I love this book and look forward to the next one in the series

[Rachael Bromley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book four in this awesome series sees us with Beau going out on his line mission. I really enjoyed this book. The heroine, Danika, was so sassy and said what she felt as she battled to free herself from the situation she found herself in. I loved her character and how she thought things out plus how she was with Beau and keeping him safe. I think Beau knew she was trouble but his team mate knew she was built for him. The story was excellent, along with the characters and the action from the gecko. Can’t wait for the next book in the series.

[Tracy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beau accepting his mission. Go save a lady from a cult that wants to sell her into the sex trade world. Should be easy. In and out. No problem right?
No way enter Danika who is found escaping with another lady. Gets out but come back thinking she is helping her heroes as she doesn't have an understanding of the new world she finds herself in. Dankia keeps putting her self in danger, keeping Beau on his toes and Beau in a state of confusion. Enjoy a bumpy journey, sit back and watch a beautiful relationship start.

[Pamela Mitchell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this fast-paced, action-packed, white knuckle thriller that included kidnapping, murder, rogue military personnel, human sex trafficking, and kept me totally involved in all that was happening from beginning to end. The Mavericks series has quickly become one of my favorites and I loved the instant attraction and undeniable chemistry between Beau and Danika when he heads to Alaska to rescue her from a cult that has kidnapped her. Can't wait to read book five in this must-read series!! I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.