Caught by the Chief of Staff

Presidential Affair #2

by Jennifer Rebecca

Secrets have a funny way of bubbling to the surface when you least expect them to and these are the deepest darkest of all. I buried them in the past with my husband and any hope we had of a happily ever after.

But now he’s back. Only the sweet and funny sailor I married has been replaced with a political mercenary.

Can I trust him with the secrets of our shared past? I guess there’s only one way to find out…

Genres: Second Chance, Contemporary, Contemporary Romance, Enemies To Lovers, Second Chance Romance

Unknown Binding

Published April 27, 2020

About the author

Jennifer is the USA Today Bestselling Author of the Claire Goodnite series and the Presidential Affair. She is a native of San Diego, California. She credits her love of books and reading to her mother and her knowledge that real heroes do exist to her dad.

Jennifer is a graduate of California State University San Marcos where she studied Criminology and Justice Studies. She is also a member of Alpha Xi Delta.

She currently lives in East Texas with her husband, Sean, and their three children along with an entire menagerie of lovable but sofa eating animals. She can often be found on the soccer or baseball fields, reading, or wondering what the hell her senior citizens have gotten up to now. Jennifer is convinced that if she puts her fitbit on one of the dogs, she might finally make her step goals.

She loves a great romance, an alpha hero, and lots and lots of laughter.

Reviews

[Jessica Alcazar · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was lucky enough to read The Senator's Secret and Caught by the Chief of Staff back to back and I think it enhanced my reading experience but I can also say they’re both solid standalones in one world. This is my first experience with this author and I really liked her style and voice. It was an easy read but not simple. There’s depth to the storyline and layers to the characters that grow thru the story. There’s a bit of angst and some suspense and plenty of heat. Nothing was a total surprise, but the story was nowhere near predictable. This was a really great start to another author journey for me. I can’t wait to get to her backlist (little by little) and read more in this series!

[NICUnurse Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

If anyone follows the blog and/or my reviews, it’s no secret that I kind of adore Jennifer Rebecca’s style of writing. I love the sarcastic, witty humor. I love the dark, twisty suspense/thriller element in her suspense books (even the lighter suspense books). It’s uniquely her, and it totally fits me as a reader. It may not be your thing (and that’s OK), but I connected with her style right away and wholeheartedly recommend her books to anyone who has similar tastes.

Caught by the Chief of Staff is the second book in Jennifer Rebecca’s Presidential Affair series and absolutely can be read as a stand-alone title. However, being the lover of her written words, I will recommend reading them all in order because I feel you will get a richer experience. But it is not necessary. This is Rick and Cara’s story. For die-hard fans like myself, you’ll love the cameos of beloved characters returning to add to the fun.

NICUnurse’s Rating: For me, it’s hard to not love one of this author’s books. I usually devour them in anywhere from 3-5 hours (depending on the number of interruptions I must endure). And I should know better than to start one at bedtime. Yeah…I didn’t go to sleep before 4 am! Woops! Caught by the Chief of Staff is full of suspense, angst, and sexy times. If those elements (plus a hefty dose of cursing) are not your thing, you won’t care for this book. Otherwise, it’s definitely one you can totally get lost in and forget about the quarantine most of us are still enduring. And if you’re like me and sometimes have had a hard time losing myself in a story, let me reassure you that I had no issues getting lost in this world full of suspense!

I give Caught by the Chief of Staff by Jennifer Rebecca 4.5 out of 5 stars!

[Bourbon, Books and Brenda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lordy, Lordy, Jennifer Rebecca pulled out all the stops in this one.
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Overall Rating: Five, Rick is my new book bf stars
Kindle Unlimited: No
Standalone: No, there is a bit of a cliffhanger at the end from an underlying story arc, the couple story is complete though
Steam: This one has a lot a loving, two people who can't keep their hands off one another, 4 steamy stars
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Rick, Presidential Chief of Staff, former Navy SEAL, ex-husband. Cara, stylist to the FLOTUS, single-mother, keeper of secrets...

These two together...fireworks. Cara and Rick were married in Vegas and while deployed, Cara fled. Rick has never understood what happened and why Cara left him. So imagine his surprise when he runs into Cara almost 9 years later, with her 8 year old daughter. To say that meeting was explosive is putting it lightly.

This story takes us through a second chance romance between Cara and Rick. Secrets will be revealed, hearts will break, and get put back together, and the suspense will keep you on the edge of your seat! This book provides the perfect blend of snarky humor, intrigue, steam, and great characters! I loved it! I think this is my favorite book by Jennifer Rebecca! (Sorry Trent and Shelby)

Do I recommend, heck yes! Will I keep reading? Yes, additionally, I will probably pester the hell out of Jennifer Rebecca while waiting! This series has been great and I can't wait for the last book.... I have my guesses on who is behind the secrets, but I will never spoil! Grab this series and start reading!

[Raecharmed · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rick and Cara have a history they were married and have a child. Rick wants a chance to be with both of them but Cara keeps pushing him away and he doesn't know why. Cara has a secret that she must keep in order to keep those she cares about safe. She thought she was done getting threats but they have started again and this time involve her daughter. Rick knows Cara is keeping something from him but he is biding his time before he forcing her to tell him. Time runs out when their daughter is in danger. Will Cara tell him everything? Can they find a way back to each other?

This is a great story that will have you on the edge of your seat wondering what will happen next. The chemistry between them is blazing hot. This is a well written and very entertaining story. I would recommend this book to any book lover.

[evieo17 · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a great follow up to the first book in the series. I really like the side characters in the book and am glad to see more of Jake and Grace. Loved Rick, he made the book palatable but I didn’t much care for Cara. She was a pill. I’m glad Wes told her what a pill she was. She needed to hear it. Can’t wait to Jules book.

[Claire RC · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book, it had everything l look for when reading a story, adventure, intrigue, great characters, passion and a great storyline. It kept me guessing right up until the reveal as to who the identity of the blackmailers, came as a complete surprise. Just loved it.

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

[Kayla Pocernich · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rick is the Presidential Chief of Staff, former Navy SEAL, ex-husband. Cara is the stylist to the FLOTUS, single-mother, and the keeper of secrets. Cara and Rick got married in Vegas while he was deployed and Cara left without an explanation as to why. Rick and Care see each other 9 years later and lets just say fireworks go off. This story is a second chance romance between Cara and Rick. Secrets will be revealed, hearts will break, and will get put back together, and the suspense will keep you on the edge of your seat! Great addition to this series and can't wait for book 3 in this series to come out.

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

[Kristi · Rating 5 out of 5]

You can't help but love a good romantic suspense story and this is a great one! Suspense, intrigue, adventure and of course passionate romance. The story line pulls you in and the characters are strong and well developed. You'll love every aspect of this book. Highly recommend!!

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

[Sandra · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is Rick & Caras story. We were introduced to them in the first book in the series. Again there's some suspense regarding her disappearance from his life all those years ago and we are feed bit by bit her reasons. I did feel it dragged on in this regard. There is lots of hotness & sexual tension between this couple Plus there's a secret he knows nothing about which causes a lot of friction.
An enjoyable read.

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

[Messy Bun Book Blog · Rating 5 out of 5]

AMAZING!! I loved everything about this story from beginning to end! Jennifer Rebecca is one of my top favorite authors and this book is EVERYTHING! Rick and Cara's story was all I wanted it to be! This was an amazing follow up to The Senator's Secret! FIVE HUGE STARS!!

[Jeanne Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read several books written by Jennifer Rebecca; she has done a great job at writing a good book; she is becoming one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of books her books.

The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.

I loved the chemistry between the characters.

I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.

[Sylvie Rochon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first book from this author and I loved it. This story is not the first in the series but can be read as a stand alone though I think it would have enhanced my experience if I had. Cara is the Stylist to Grace, the First lady. Rick is the President Chief of staff. Cara and Rick were married 9 years ago, but are now divorced after Cara left Rick without a word while he was deployed. But all is not as it seems. There are twists, secrets, lies, and enemies. I loved it and will read the series.

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

[Romance Recs · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5

I went back and forth so many times while reading this on whether or not I loved or hated it. I was so frustrated at times but then I realized this is why Jennifer Rebecca is such a good author! I kept wondering what was going to happen next.

This is so hard not to read in one sitting. It is so suspenseful!!! At the end I was dying to see what would happen.


SPOILER:

Omg and I cried. Did anyone else cry? Tell me I’m not the only one. When she was talking to her daughter at the end??? Omg I was hysterically crying with my tissue box. That was so touching! Way to drag the emotions right out of me geez lol ah it was hard and I really thought it would end badly.

Aw and they’re so cute this book was adorable. It started out with Rick hating her and then by the end you love him and are rooting for them to be together.

Freaking LOVE this book! And I got married in Vegas! This whole book just made me smile so much.

[Sheila · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great suspense and romance when Rick and Cara find themselves back together after being divorced for nine years when their daughter gets kidnapped. Rick never knew about his daughter until recently but it all comes out that Cara received a called from some unknown person threatening to kill Rick if she did not divorce him so she did to save his life. Rick at the time was in the military and the threats came from someone that knew where Rick was at the time. This story has some twist and turns and the person who was making the threats was a surprise.

[Yoneidis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ever since I read about Rick in the first book of the series, I knew this book was going to be the most interesting and I was not disappointed.
Rick and Cara have a very tense scene in the first book where we discover that they are married, and Rick discovers that Cara has hidden from him that he had a daughter, Rachel.
The reunion is tense as well as passionate, and that is although Rick is hurt with Cara for everything she has done, he cannot stay away from her, so they continue to sleep together, but at the end, when he asks her for her reasons to leave him, she refuses to answer him, so he always leaves after he finishes taking a piece of Cara’s heart with him each time.
Both characters are condemned to spend time together, first bc of their daughter and bc of their friends. Cara is Grace’s friend, her stylist, and Rick is Jake’s Chief of Staff.
To further complicate the plot, Rachel is kidnapped, Rachel blames herself and Rick finally discovers the truth.
I❤️these series.

“You know, if you would have just told me, I probably could have forgiven you. But I can’t keep doing this.” “I know,” I whisper into the night, but he’s already gone.

“I hate how much I want you, and I want to hate you. And I can’t seem to stop doing either.” And then he’s gone.  

“This was a mistake.” “Don’t say that,” he says as he stands up to walk around the bed to me. “This is always a mistake,” I tell him sadly. “I think you should go now.” “I can’t stay away from you,” he growls. “I guess you’ll just have to try harder.”“I see you’re scared, and you want to run, but know this,” he warns. “If you do, if you run from me again, I’ll just have to track you down and fuck it out of you. And I will find you. I have more resources, and I’m not tied down to an enlistment contract this time.”

[Doris · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars
I liked Ricks and Caras story! The suspense plot wasn't necessary for me (I still don't know for sure why all of this happened 🤔😅🙈), so there could have been other reasons why they separated... but that's ok.

It was awesome to meet Grace and Jake again because I really love them and wanted to know more about their future together. ❤️

So, Jules and Black next (hopefully 😉) and I still have Wes' story to read...

[Joy Shak · Rating 2 out of 5]

Graphic sex and an implausible plot, but just what I needed after a 15hr shift at the hospital. #notsogreatescape

[Isbel Harington · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good story, but I would have liked her to have been more communicative.

[Sarah Dale · Rating 4 out of 5]

This series was my first read from this author and I was quite impressed with her style of writing. She brought a great blend of heat mixed with suspense, it certainly kept me intrigued. Added in some witt and humour with this twists and turns and this was a great read.

ARC received in exchange for an honest review from the Author

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[Teri · Rating 4 out of 5]

I mean, a broody man in a great suit?! Sign me up! Exciting plot. Loved it.