Counterplay: An ESI Novel

ESI Series #2

by Ceara Nobles

Sarah Erickson may be the only daughter in a family of military men, but she’s no damsel in distress. When her roommate is killed in a “mugging gone wrong,” Sarah knows there’s more to the story - the only problem is, her brothers won’t let her join ESI so she can find the killer.

Roman Holt is a respected member of the ESI team, but he has a past he’d rather not discuss. When he learns that his younger brother has been killed, he flies to New York to identify the body. But in a strange twist of fate, he knocks on his brother’s door and Sarah is the one who answers.

Sarah wants nothing to do with the grumpy military man, but he has a habit of popping up… and she can’t stop thinking about the kiss they shared only days before. Soon she realizes he may know more about his brother’s death than he’ll admit. When her solo investigation kicks up dust on a past long buried, Roman must keep her safe before she digs any further and gets them both killed.

185 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 22, 2019

About the author

Ceara Nobles is a Utah-based author of romantic suspense and fantasy novels. She graduated from the University of Utah in 2016 with a B.A. in Computer Animation, then realized she hated it. So she decided to pursue her true love of writing instead.

She spends her days writing sales copy as a copywriter… and her evenings writing exciting stories as an author. And she loves both!

When she’s not busy writing, you can find her snuggling her new baby girl, road tripping with her hubby, or shooing her cats off her
laptop.

Reviews

[Vickie Hansen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am one of the lucky ones that got to read the preview of this. I love this book. This author is amazing in her talent. The storyline keeps me wanting to read more and more. There is intrigue, mystery, romance, entertainment and excitement all rolled up in one book. It is a great second book!!! If you haven't read the first one, that one is amazing too. Can't wait for more of this whole series to come out. There is no end to the story line and directions. Love Love Love IT!!!!!

[Heardaerda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ceara Nobles is two for two! Counterplay is the second book in the ‘ESI’ series. Great book. Easy read, you never get bogged down. It keep you engaged. There is just a bit of romance. Full of action and suspense, but added upon by the character development and family dynamics. This book has me hooked! Looking forward to number three!

[Angela Roberts]

I loved this book! It was hard to put it down. It has suspense, romance, and action. This is the best series of books that I have read in a long time. I can’t wait to read more from this amazing author!

[Hannah Rosengren · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the mystery & intrigue. I couldn't put it down until I knew how She got out of all of it! It has a military type feel with the ESI people checking out a compound, and interesting connections.
Just when you think she is safe... Give it a try!

[Jolyn Nobles · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome. Keeps you engaged just like the first book. The ESI family continue to draw you in and made you feel like you belong. This book keeps you on the edge of your seat right to the end. Such a great read. Can't wait for the next one!

[Ashlyn Brownell · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a book that’s hard to put down! I definitely found myself staying up too late or ignoring household chores to read it! I love getting to continue learning about the Erickson family-a job well done to this author for a great read!

[Jennie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book. It keeps you guessing and you don’t want to put it down once you start reading. I am already counting the days until the third book in the ESI series comes out.

[K Grant · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent, non-stop action, strong female character and just enough romance.

[Becky Fenn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another solid read by new author to me Ceara Nobles. After Sarah roommate Ryan dies in an accident mugging or is it, that’s when the story takes off with suspense and action throughout. With a splash of romance. I wish these books had more romance in them hence 4 stars instead of 5. Off to read the third in the series I believe it’s Sarah’s brothers Owen story.

[Kathleen Bradbury (Bulfon) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great storyline and character development made this book a hot and enjoyable read! I could not put it down it was that good!

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

[Alexa Jaye · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book, it had me intrigued from the very beginning. Made for a great rainy day read!

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[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sarah’s brothers are just trying to protect her but when her roommate is killed she thinks something is wrong. She tries to get her brothers to help but they won’t even hear her out so she goes off on her own to find answers. Things start going wrong and Roman Holt, an ESI agent keeps showing up. Before she knows it, she’s stirred up a mess and she and Roman will have to work together to get out of the mess. But he has secrets too. Action packed, fast read. Everyone has secrets but they all end up having to work together. Enjoyable story with realistic characters and enough twists and turns to keep the story flying by. This is a new to me author and I found that this is the second in the series. Although it stands alone, I’ll be going back for the first book to play catch up before the next release. (I voluntarily reviewed an ARC).

[Tayra Sanders · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a wonderful book. It didn't seem rushed. This was sweet and steamy, full of romance and passion with great characters that were interesting enough to draw you in.