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Country music, his parents, cold beer, and apple pie…just a few of the things Frank Tate loves. The former SEAL, now a Lighthouse Security specialist also loves his job and lives for the next mission.
But when a call from home sends him back to the mid-west, the past and present collide as danger follows the girl he left behind years before. Will Tate and his fellow Keepers save her in time to see if she has a place in his future?
Lighthouse Security Investigations
The Lighthouse SI Keepers were men and women from the SEALs, Rangers, Special Forces, Deltas, and AF Special Ops. All having been trained in CIA Special Ops, the Keepers were the best of the best and ready to take on any mission.
Scenes and language are similar to an R-rated movie...18+ only.
But when a call from home sends him back to the mid-west, the past and present collide as danger follows the girl he left behind years before. Will Tate and his fellow Keepers save her in time to see if she has a place in his future?
Lighthouse Security Investigations
The Lighthouse SI Keepers were men and women from the SEALs, Rangers, Special Forces, Deltas, and AF Special Ops. All having been trained in CIA Special Ops, the Keepers were the best of the best and ready to take on any mission.
Scenes and language are similar to an R-rated movie...18+ only.
265 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 11, 2020
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Maryann Jordan
137 books1,278 followersAs an Award Winning and International Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Kobo Best Selling Author, I have always been an avid reader. I joke that I "cut my romance teeth" on the old historical romance books. I’ve written as a hobby for over 30 years. In 2014, I finally gave in to the characters in my head pleading for their story to be told. Thus, Emma's Home was created.
My first novel, Emma's Home became an Amazon Best Seller in 3 categories within the first month of publishing. Its success was followed by the rest of the Fairfield Series and then led into the Love's Series. From there I have continued with the romantic suspense Alvarez Security Series and now the Saints Protection & Investigation Series.
My books are filled with sweet romance and hot sex; mystery, suspense, real life characters and situations. My heroes are alphas, take charge men who love the strong, independent women they fall in love with.
I worked as a counselor in a high school and have been involved in education for the past 30 years. I recently retired and now can spend more time devoted to my writing.
I have been married to a wonderfully patient man for 35 years and have 2 adult, very supportive daughters.
When writing, my dog or one of my cats will usually be found in my lap!
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August 4, 2020
The brilliant Lighthouse Security Investigations series continues with book 6 - Tate. As expected Maryann Jordan weaves a wonderful story with great characters, plenty of emotion and an enthralling plot.
Like the other Keepers Frank Tate is solid, dependable and honourable, he's living his dream life, first as a Navy Seal and now working for LSI, but lately something feels like it's missing. 10 years ago, when his best friend and fellow Seal Nathan died, Tate broke off his relationship with Nathan's sister Nora to protect her from more pain, Tate now wonders if that decision was the right one.
Unbeknown to Tate, Nora was left devastated by his rejection and avoided all contact with him over the years as she slowly rebuilt her life to a point where she is not exactly happy but ok.
When Tate is called home to the family ranch in Wyoming when his father falls ill, he discovers Nora is the nurse looking after his Dad and is determined to find out why she avoids him and to try and reconnect with her, Nora is equally determined to keep her walls in place. Just as they are starting to tentatively explore the past and their relationship Nora is kidnapped. Using LSI's resources Tate will stop at nothing to find her but will he be in time and can they ever move beyond their past and build something new?
A truly heart-warming story of second chance love complete with sorrow and heartbreak, love and forgiveness. Nora's inner strength took her through some truly hard times, Tate made mistakes but stood up and owned them, you will end up rooting for them both to find their way back to each other.
Loved this story, love the Keepers and the added bonus of meeting a potential new Keeper so I can't wait for more in this excellent series.
I received an ARC of this book and have voluntarily left a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Like the other Keepers Frank Tate is solid, dependable and honourable, he's living his dream life, first as a Navy Seal and now working for LSI, but lately something feels like it's missing. 10 years ago, when his best friend and fellow Seal Nathan died, Tate broke off his relationship with Nathan's sister Nora to protect her from more pain, Tate now wonders if that decision was the right one.
Unbeknown to Tate, Nora was left devastated by his rejection and avoided all contact with him over the years as she slowly rebuilt her life to a point where she is not exactly happy but ok.
When Tate is called home to the family ranch in Wyoming when his father falls ill, he discovers Nora is the nurse looking after his Dad and is determined to find out why she avoids him and to try and reconnect with her, Nora is equally determined to keep her walls in place. Just as they are starting to tentatively explore the past and their relationship Nora is kidnapped. Using LSI's resources Tate will stop at nothing to find her but will he be in time and can they ever move beyond their past and build something new?
A truly heart-warming story of second chance love complete with sorrow and heartbreak, love and forgiveness. Nora's inner strength took her through some truly hard times, Tate made mistakes but stood up and owned them, you will end up rooting for them both to find their way back to each other.
Loved this story, love the Keepers and the added bonus of meeting a potential new Keeper so I can't wait for more in this excellent series.
I received an ARC of this book and have voluntarily left a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
August 11, 2020
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Coming back home for the first time in quite awhile has Tate thinking about his past and the one he let go. Will Nora want to be around him, give him a second chance? It's not looking like it this time. But when something happens and she needs rescuing, Nora knows Tate will come for her. Perhaps that second chance just may be in the future after all...
Though sweet, I have to admit Tate didn't do much for me. It felt a bit incomplete and rushed to me and I really was not thrilled with Tate's character. He was awfully presumptuous considering how he had broken up with Nora in the past. Still, I could see the potential in the story, so 3 stars seems fair.
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August 12, 2020
When Tate ended his and Nora’s relationship ten years ago, he thought he was doing it for her. She just lost her brother, his best friend, in combat and he didn’t want her to experience the grief if she lost him to. They spent their last night tangled up in each other trying to forget their grief and sorrow and weeks later, Nora receives a Dear Jane email from him. He still visits his family but Nora avoids any get togethers if he is there as she is still close with all of his family. When he comes home weeks after the last time for his dad, she can’t avoid him any longer and shares her heartbreaking story during the years they have been apart. But there is hope and Tate will do anything and everything to get Nora back into his life and hopefully this time they will have a real future together...finally.
A great second chance story with a bit of steam, heartache, heartbreak, forgiveness, some suspense and love. I LOVED these two and the way they just fit once everything is out in the open and the healing begins for both of them. I LOVED that no others came between them, the little to no drama and no mention or memories of past girlfriends. The story flowed beautifully, the characters were amazing all around and I loved how it all played out.
*I voluntarily read an advanced copy and expressed my honest opinion*
A great second chance story with a bit of steam, heartache, heartbreak, forgiveness, some suspense and love. I LOVED these two and the way they just fit once everything is out in the open and the healing begins for both of them. I LOVED that no others came between them, the little to no drama and no mention or memories of past girlfriends. The story flowed beautifully, the characters were amazing all around and I loved how it all played out.
*I voluntarily read an advanced copy and expressed my honest opinion*
December 30, 2022
Mason fell in love with Nora when he was a teenager and their relationship continued when he became a Navy SEAL with Nathan, his best friend and her brother. When they lost the person who meant so much to them their grief tore them apart rather than bring them together and it will be a decade before circumstances bring him home to stay.
Nora was devastated to not only lose her brother but the man she loved. She has spent the last decade avoiding him, but his family situation no longer makes that possible. She is determined to protect her heart as she could not survive the pain a second time however when the danger escalates he might just be the one person who can protect her.
This is an emotional story about healing from the past and forgiveness. Mason thought he made the best decision he could at the time not understanding the consequences of that decision but with time and maturity they may just have the future they always wanted.
Nora was devastated to not only lose her brother but the man she loved. She has spent the last decade avoiding him, but his family situation no longer makes that possible. She is determined to protect her heart as she could not survive the pain a second time however when the danger escalates he might just be the one person who can protect her.
This is an emotional story about healing from the past and forgiveness. Mason thought he made the best decision he could at the time not understanding the consequences of that decision but with time and maturity they may just have the future they always wanted.
August 18, 2020
Love this second chance story.
Tate and Nora were always together and she was his best friend little sister.
But when tragedy happened and Mira’s brother died, Tate broke of with Nora.
Now 10 years later he is back and plan on getting back the woman he has always loved.
Nora always loved Tate. She has never forgotten him. But she doesn’t know if she can trust him again.
Love everything Maryann writes and this one is no exception. It had all the right things to make an awesome book.
Can’t wait for Clay’s book and see him fall in love.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ STARS!!
August 11, 2020
This book was fantastic!
Tate and Nora were always meant to be together and it was great to read their reunion. Their journey may not have been easy, but as always Maryann Jordan make it good. There was suspense, action, and romance. In other words it was all around good.
I can't wait for Clay and Levi's stories!
Tate and Nora were always meant to be together and it was great to read their reunion. Their journey may not have been easy, but as always Maryann Jordan make it good. There was suspense, action, and romance. In other words it was all around good.
I can't wait for Clay and Levi's stories!
August 8, 2020
Another great addition to the Keepers! Tate has some demons to face when he suddenly needs to return home. Nora has suffered unimaginable heartbreak, in more than one instance. It was great to see them find their way back to each other. A little action and suspense along the way.
November 10, 2024
3.5 stelle
August 17, 2020
I am voluntarily posting an honest review after reading an ARC copy of this book.
I absolutely loved Tate (Lighthouse Security Investigations, book 6)! I do believe that Tate has moved up to my favorite in this series. This Lighthouse Security Investigations book is book six in the series. This book tells the story of Tate and Nora. Tate is ex-Navy Seal who now works for LSI. He is down to earth, loyal and not bad on the eyes…okay he is HOT! His family lives in Wyoming and run the family ranch that has been in the family for generations. He and his best friend, Nathan, enlisted in the military years ago, and Tate was in love with Nathan’s sister, Nora. They have all been friends since childhood. Sadly, Nathan died serving his country, and while attending his funeral, Tate and Nora go off to spend some time together and console each other…wink, wink. While Tate is back to duty, he sees that he is gone for long periods of time on missions. In his mind the honorable thing to do is to break up with Nora. This way Nora will not worry about him constantly. He is unaware of the repercussions that this decision has caused. Whenever Tate is home visiting, Nora stays away. Tate comes back home for his mother’s birthday and overhears a phone conversation his sister is having with Nora. When he starts asking his family questions about Nora, he gets very vague answers. He still loves Nora very much and when he returns back to work, he vows to straighten out the mess he made with Nora the next time he returns home. In his mind, Nora has moved on. He misses their friendship and misses what he could have had with Nora. He is called back home for a family emergency and this is where the action and drama starts. I will not give away any spoilers.
This was such a truly amazing story. You will feel sadness, heartache, and you will even hope that there will be forgiveness as well. Great second chance love story. There is so much drama in this story, as well as some well-described steamy scenes. Each Lighthouse Security Investigations book can be read as a standalone, but you really must start with book one, Mace, because each of the characters introduced in book one who are on the LSI team go on to have their own book, but each of the characters are in each book, and you will know who they are and their places in the story. A bonus is that a new member of the team is introduced in Tate, Lighthouse Security Investigations, book six. I am a huge fan of Maryann Jordan’s. I have read all of her books, and love them all. I recommend reading each book in this series. You cannot go wrong! I even think there is a possibility that Tate might end up being your new favorite. Thank you, Maryann Jordan, for another thrilling book in the Lighthouse Security Investigations series. I cannot wait to read Clay’s story.
I absolutely loved Tate (Lighthouse Security Investigations, book 6)! I do believe that Tate has moved up to my favorite in this series. This Lighthouse Security Investigations book is book six in the series. This book tells the story of Tate and Nora. Tate is ex-Navy Seal who now works for LSI. He is down to earth, loyal and not bad on the eyes…okay he is HOT! His family lives in Wyoming and run the family ranch that has been in the family for generations. He and his best friend, Nathan, enlisted in the military years ago, and Tate was in love with Nathan’s sister, Nora. They have all been friends since childhood. Sadly, Nathan died serving his country, and while attending his funeral, Tate and Nora go off to spend some time together and console each other…wink, wink. While Tate is back to duty, he sees that he is gone for long periods of time on missions. In his mind the honorable thing to do is to break up with Nora. This way Nora will not worry about him constantly. He is unaware of the repercussions that this decision has caused. Whenever Tate is home visiting, Nora stays away. Tate comes back home for his mother’s birthday and overhears a phone conversation his sister is having with Nora. When he starts asking his family questions about Nora, he gets very vague answers. He still loves Nora very much and when he returns back to work, he vows to straighten out the mess he made with Nora the next time he returns home. In his mind, Nora has moved on. He misses their friendship and misses what he could have had with Nora. He is called back home for a family emergency and this is where the action and drama starts. I will not give away any spoilers.
This was such a truly amazing story. You will feel sadness, heartache, and you will even hope that there will be forgiveness as well. Great second chance love story. There is so much drama in this story, as well as some well-described steamy scenes. Each Lighthouse Security Investigations book can be read as a standalone, but you really must start with book one, Mace, because each of the characters introduced in book one who are on the LSI team go on to have their own book, but each of the characters are in each book, and you will know who they are and their places in the story. A bonus is that a new member of the team is introduced in Tate, Lighthouse Security Investigations, book six. I am a huge fan of Maryann Jordan’s. I have read all of her books, and love them all. I recommend reading each book in this series. You cannot go wrong! I even think there is a possibility that Tate might end up being your new favorite. Thank you, Maryann Jordan, for another thrilling book in the Lighthouse Security Investigations series. I cannot wait to read Clay’s story.
August 11, 2020
This book opens in the past at a solemn and difficult funeral for Tate. This day had many implications for Tate, even as he said his final good-bye to his friend Nathan, his thoughts were on Nora, Nathan's sister and his girlfriend. As they lose themselves in each other trying to escape the pain of loss, Tate makes a decision that would change their future together.
Now ten years later, Tate is out of the military and working for Lighthouse Security. He likes the opportunity to accept or refuse a mission and it also gives him the freedom to visit home. This visit is for his mother's birthday, but would turn into more.
He hasn't talked to Nora in years and when he's home she avoids him. A conversation he overhears his sister having brings back the memories and the reasons he had for breaking up with her. He only sees Nora at a distance on this visit but it brings up so many emotions and things that just aren't valid anymore.
The next time he flies home, his father is in the hospital and it turns out Nora is his nurse. He needs to talk to her, they should be able to talk after all these years.
There are still many unanswered questions and Tate wasn't expecting the bombshell Nora drops on him. As he comes to terms somewhat, his father is getting ready to be discharged from the hospital. What he doesn't expect is for Nora to be reassigned elsewhere.
Let's just say that with Nora taking care of a guarded prisoner, Tate need to know everything he could about the man. He manages to get some of that information from his friend Billy, now a sheriff's deputy, who's assigned to this detail. Being protective is in Tate's blood so he calls his office to get more information and doesn't like what he finds out.
There are many hold your breath moments, and plenty of suspense and intrigue as this story unfolds. Tate and Nora really deserve their HEA, but they have to deal with the past and everything else first.
Once again a book I couldn't put down.
Now ten years later, Tate is out of the military and working for Lighthouse Security. He likes the opportunity to accept or refuse a mission and it also gives him the freedom to visit home. This visit is for his mother's birthday, but would turn into more.
He hasn't talked to Nora in years and when he's home she avoids him. A conversation he overhears his sister having brings back the memories and the reasons he had for breaking up with her. He only sees Nora at a distance on this visit but it brings up so many emotions and things that just aren't valid anymore.
The next time he flies home, his father is in the hospital and it turns out Nora is his nurse. He needs to talk to her, they should be able to talk after all these years.
There are still many unanswered questions and Tate wasn't expecting the bombshell Nora drops on him. As he comes to terms somewhat, his father is getting ready to be discharged from the hospital. What he doesn't expect is for Nora to be reassigned elsewhere.
Let's just say that with Nora taking care of a guarded prisoner, Tate need to know everything he could about the man. He manages to get some of that information from his friend Billy, now a sheriff's deputy, who's assigned to this detail. Being protective is in Tate's blood so he calls his office to get more information and doesn't like what he finds out.
There are many hold your breath moments, and plenty of suspense and intrigue as this story unfolds. Tate and Nora really deserve their HEA, but they have to deal with the past and everything else first.
Once again a book I couldn't put down.
August 15, 2020
Tate, a former SEAL, now lives and works in Maine. Tate grew up on a ranch in Wyoming, but always longed for more. Tate longed to be a SEAL and see the world. Tate’s best friend also enlisted, but didn’t return home. Finding solace in Nora (his best friend’s sister), only to make a unilateral decision and break it off with her via email was his ONE big regret. Tate returned home many times since starting with Lighthouse Security Investigations, but Nora avoided him at all costs. It’s been ten years of regret, avoidance, and missing his best friend. Tate intends to right his wrongs, he just doesn’t know where to start.
Nora has had a lifetime of sorrow and loss. Happiness is elusive. When she thinks she’s finally got a grip on her life, Tate comes back to town when his dad has medical issues. As a RN, Nora is assigned to care for Tate’s dad. Nora truly loves his family as they were there for her when her parents passed away, but being around Tate is an extremely painful reminder of all she’s lost. Tate’s determination to “work things out”, leads to an enlightening outburst—the source of all her pain and avoidance. Tate’s stunned, but even more determined to prove to Nora that they belong together. Until...Nora is kidnapped!
Most of Maryann Jordan’s novels have the action at the beginning or near the beginning. In this novel, the action is ALL at the end. While I truly enjoyed Nora and Tate’s story, it was a little slow getting to the action. Once there, AMAZING! The story was very realistic. Meth labs, stealing of drugs, weapons, loss of loved ones...ALL very real!. I loved that Nora made Tate work for redemption! I cried, a lot at the beginning, but it ends in a HEA! I recommend this story, as all Maryann Jordan’s novels are worth the time! I read a gifted copy and all opinions stated are my own.
Nora has had a lifetime of sorrow and loss. Happiness is elusive. When she thinks she’s finally got a grip on her life, Tate comes back to town when his dad has medical issues. As a RN, Nora is assigned to care for Tate’s dad. Nora truly loves his family as they were there for her when her parents passed away, but being around Tate is an extremely painful reminder of all she’s lost. Tate’s determination to “work things out”, leads to an enlightening outburst—the source of all her pain and avoidance. Tate’s stunned, but even more determined to prove to Nora that they belong together. Until...Nora is kidnapped!
Most of Maryann Jordan’s novels have the action at the beginning or near the beginning. In this novel, the action is ALL at the end. While I truly enjoyed Nora and Tate’s story, it was a little slow getting to the action. Once there, AMAZING! The story was very realistic. Meth labs, stealing of drugs, weapons, loss of loved ones...ALL very real!. I loved that Nora made Tate work for redemption! I cried, a lot at the beginning, but it ends in a HEA! I recommend this story, as all Maryann Jordan’s novels are worth the time! I read a gifted copy and all opinions stated are my own.
August 4, 2020
This is the newest LSI book and is the story of Frank Tate. It is a second chance love story for Tate and Nora who were together from the time that they were kids. They had been a group of three along with Nora’s brother Nathan but when Nathan died in his service as a Navy Seal, Tate broke things off with Nora to save her pain in case something happened to him while he was performing his Seal duties. It was a decision that he came to quickly regret and it absolutely devastated her. Ten years later, Tate gets called home due to a medical issue involving his dad. While there he runs into Nora who is a nurse and before they have the chance to reconnect, she is kidnapped. This is the story of how Tate moves heaven and earth to rescue his girl. Though he doesn’t have much interaction with his other Keepers, he has a bit and he also connects with a local FBI agent and deputy sheriff who helps him. The feels are all over this story and you cannot help but root for them to find their happy ending. Tate is a great guy who made a terrible mistake. Fortunately he was given the opportunity to have another chance. I liked meeting both Clay and Levi who helped him find Nora and hope that we will see their stories soon.
I just LOVE Maryann’s storytelling. You cannot help but root for these characters, all of them, to find their soul mates. She is a wonderful storyteller who give us fabulous characters with whom we can connect. I also love that she keeps everyone around and we get to see everyone in all the books. I always jump at the chance to read her work! Love these Keepers but I might be a bit partial to those Baytown Boys! ;). I received this as an ARC and this is my unbiased review.
I just LOVE Maryann’s storytelling. You cannot help but root for these characters, all of them, to find their soul mates. She is a wonderful storyteller who give us fabulous characters with whom we can connect. I also love that she keeps everyone around and we get to see everyone in all the books. I always jump at the chance to read her work! Love these Keepers but I might be a bit partial to those Baytown Boys! ;). I received this as an ARC and this is my unbiased review.
August 2, 2020
This is book 6 in the Lighthouse Security series and can absolutely be read as a stand alone but I highly recommend the previous books as well as this one! In this one we get Tate and Nora's story. Tate has the life he loves although he feels like something is missing, especially lately. Now he has come home to Wyoming after an emergency with his father, and runs into the girl that he left behind thinking it was the best thing for her. He never realized how much he truly hurt her or the struggles she faced after he left her. Nora is a nurse and is just trying to get through her life the best she can. She has friends and even though she is lonely, she is content. She has never truly moved on, but she has her reasons. But when she finally has her say with Tate, can they truly move on and forge something new? And when Nora is kidnapped can Tate and the Keepers find her before it's too late?
I absolutely loved this one!! Right from the start I was engrossed in this story and let me just warn you right now-bring your tissues!!! There is so much hurt that Nora has to get past but she is so unbelievably strong! Tate may have thought he was doing the right thing, but he quickly learns he was wrong. And he is a stand up man who isn't afraid to admit that he was wrong and apologize for his mistakes. He also isn't afraid to own up to his own fears and hurts. I loved that about him. This one has some action towards the end but honestly I feel like it was about more than that. It was about their feelings and having the strength to not only talk about the past and the pain but to be able to forge a new path towards happiness. I absolutely loved it!!
I absolutely loved this one!! Right from the start I was engrossed in this story and let me just warn you right now-bring your tissues!!! There is so much hurt that Nora has to get past but she is so unbelievably strong! Tate may have thought he was doing the right thing, but he quickly learns he was wrong. And he is a stand up man who isn't afraid to admit that he was wrong and apologize for his mistakes. He also isn't afraid to own up to his own fears and hurts. I loved that about him. This one has some action towards the end but honestly I feel like it was about more than that. It was about their feelings and having the strength to not only talk about the past and the pain but to be able to forge a new path towards happiness. I absolutely loved it!!
August 11, 2020
TATE is one of my favorite Lighthouse Keepers. I have been waiting on his story and it was well worth the wait. I love his character. He's a sweetheart and Nora is definitely his equal. They grew up together, fell in love, and just when it seemed like they were leading a charmed existence, tragedy struck, tearing them apart. I don't want to get too much into the story and spoil it, but I will say I understood Tate's decision although I didn't agree with it at all. If you're a believer in fate, maybe you'll agree the time wasn't right for them and they needed to live their own lives to appreciate each other once they got back together. 'What I do know is when he realized his mistake, although many years later, he did everything in his power to fix it. My favorite part about his character is he didn't demand they get back together. He puts Nora in the driver seat and it's up to her to decide if they're going to be together and if so, at what capacity?
Ms. Jordan is at the top of her game with Tate and Nora's story. You're drawn in from the beginning and the decisions, pain, angst, etc are palpable, making you feel as if you're experiencing them in real-time. The author just keeps getting better and better with creating complex characters. Even the side characters are filled with nuances, making me want their stories as well.
I give TATE 5 stars and highly recommend it to those who love a great romance and if you're a fan of second chance romance, this is definitely a story you want to check out. As always, I'm looking forward to more of Maryann Jordan stories, especially those of the Lighthouse Keepers.
Ms. Jordan is at the top of her game with Tate and Nora's story. You're drawn in from the beginning and the decisions, pain, angst, etc are palpable, making you feel as if you're experiencing them in real-time. The author just keeps getting better and better with creating complex characters. Even the side characters are filled with nuances, making me want their stories as well.
I give TATE 5 stars and highly recommend it to those who love a great romance and if you're a fan of second chance romance, this is definitely a story you want to check out. As always, I'm looking forward to more of Maryann Jordan stories, especially those of the Lighthouse Keepers.
August 6, 2020
Tate works for The Lighthouse Security Investigation Team and they have become a family to him and always support each other and now he is on his way home to celebrate his mum's birthday but this also brings back so many memories of his best friend Nathan who died while serving his country and Nora the girl he loved and lost through his own stupidity but he never got over her and never stopped loving her. Nora is a nurse and even over the years she has seen Tate from a distance and managed to avoid him, but now that his dad was in hospital and she was his nurse she couldn't avoid what was about to happen when he sat down next to her blocking her in but the pain and anger that she has carried for the last ten years was still there and they had challenging times ahead. Omg this story takes you on an emotional journey of loss, danger, devastation, hope, love, not giving up, forgiveness, and a second chance with the one person that you have always loved. I have read all of Maryann's books and they have all been real page turner and so addictive that I was unable to put them down but I have to say I think this book is one of my favourite stories and I look forward to reading many more of Maryann's books in the future as she is an amazing author and writer and I definitely recommend you read this book, series and other books by Maryann and you will definitely not be disappointed.
I Voluntarily Reviewed an ARC Copy of this book.
I Voluntarily Reviewed an ARC Copy of this book.
August 2, 2020
Lighthouse Security Series is Fantastic!
Tate loves his job with the Keepers. Being a security specialist is the best job in the world. But
leaving the other half of his heart behind years ago was the one thing Frank Tate never recovered from. Nora was his everything. He thought he was doing the right thing by letting her go. Becoming a Navy Seal was a hard life for the loved ones that are left behind. An anxious call sends him back home to Wyoming. Tate’s father needs surgery. He couldn’t be more suprised to find out Nora is his dads nurse. Coming face to face with the woman who still haunts his dreams makes Tate more determined than ever to fix things with Nora. He’s loved her forever, but that dumb decision cost him dearly. He’s not giving up so easily this time.
Nora’s heart is still broken after all these years apart. Being near Tate stirs up all of the old feelings she’s always had. Maybe just maybe things can be different this time.
Before they get a second chance
Nora is kidnapped and caught up in a drug ring. Tate must use all of his skills and a little help from the Keepers for the most important mission of his life. FINDING NORA, BRINGING HER HOME AND MAKING HER HIS!
“I voluntarily received this arc book for an honest review”
Tate loves his job with the Keepers. Being a security specialist is the best job in the world. But
leaving the other half of his heart behind years ago was the one thing Frank Tate never recovered from. Nora was his everything. He thought he was doing the right thing by letting her go. Becoming a Navy Seal was a hard life for the loved ones that are left behind. An anxious call sends him back home to Wyoming. Tate’s father needs surgery. He couldn’t be more suprised to find out Nora is his dads nurse. Coming face to face with the woman who still haunts his dreams makes Tate more determined than ever to fix things with Nora. He’s loved her forever, but that dumb decision cost him dearly. He’s not giving up so easily this time.
Nora’s heart is still broken after all these years apart. Being near Tate stirs up all of the old feelings she’s always had. Maybe just maybe things can be different this time.
Before they get a second chance
Nora is kidnapped and caught up in a drug ring. Tate must use all of his skills and a little help from the Keepers for the most important mission of his life. FINDING NORA, BRINGING HER HOME AND MAKING HER HIS!
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August 9, 2020
We are back with the men of Lighthouse Security Investigations and this time the story belongs to former SEAL Frank Tate/Tate.
When his father suffers a heart scare, he goes back home to Wyoming, and comes face to face with the girl he loved but left 10 years ago. Her brother, Nathan, also a SEAL was killed in action 10 years ago. At that time, thinking he was doing her a favor, Tate sends her a Dear Jane email . Little did he know Nora’s world would come tumbling down leaving her heartbroken .
When it seemed that the barriers between them have a chance of coming down and maybe something could be salvage, Nora is kidnapped by a patient/prisoner and his cohorts.
Using his talent, the FBI and LSI, Tate is determined to find Nora. Not only to save her, but also to do all he can to get a second chance.
But will he get there too late? Can they truly get a second chance? Or will the danger and the past keep them from finding their HEA?
Once again this talented author manages to give the reader a touching, edge of your seat as well as heartwarming story .
I am looking forward to the next tory in the series.
I was entrusted a copy of this book. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
When his father suffers a heart scare, he goes back home to Wyoming, and comes face to face with the girl he loved but left 10 years ago. Her brother, Nathan, also a SEAL was killed in action 10 years ago. At that time, thinking he was doing her a favor, Tate sends her a Dear Jane email . Little did he know Nora’s world would come tumbling down leaving her heartbroken .
When it seemed that the barriers between them have a chance of coming down and maybe something could be salvage, Nora is kidnapped by a patient/prisoner and his cohorts.
Using his talent, the FBI and LSI, Tate is determined to find Nora. Not only to save her, but also to do all he can to get a second chance.
But will he get there too late? Can they truly get a second chance? Or will the danger and the past keep them from finding their HEA?
Once again this talented author manages to give the reader a touching, edge of your seat as well as heartwarming story .
I am looking forward to the next tory in the series.
I was entrusted a copy of this book. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
July 31, 2020
The Keepers legacy is in good hands as we learn about Tate. Frank Tate is plodding along with life, loving his job and his friends, but can never seem to erase the memory of the girl he thought would be better off without him. Nora lives the last 10 years of her life hoping to never see the man who broke her heart again. Fate, of course, intervenes. Tate is called home to Wyoming to be with his father who's having surgery only to discover the woman he can't forget is his father's nurse. Tension mounts. Hurts are exposed. But when Nora is kidnapped from the hospital, Tate will not rest until she is safe and he can attempt to make up for lost time and show her he will never make the mistake of letting her go again. The pair rediscover their love for each other and all is as it should be for them. Maryann Jordan is a master at painting a picture of life at the foothills of the Wyoming mountains. She takes you on a ride from extreme angst in the first chapter to the miracle of love in the last.
August 3, 2020
This is a story of sorrow, lust, heartbreak, love and forgiveness. Tate goes home to see about his dad who is in the hospital. He runs into the love he left behind and although he has seen her over the past 10 years it has been very little as she has avoided him. Now he must rescue her and find a way back to her as they have never forgotten the love they shared.
I loved this story and have always wanted to visit Wyoming where Tate is from. Ms. Jordan's descriptive writing helps me envision myself in the mountains of Wyoming. Her writing takes you there as if you have a seat on the sidelines as the story is unfolding. You can feel the heartbreak and the sorrow coming from Tate and Nora as the past reveals itself and the mistakes that were made 10 years ago. Mistakes that tore them apart for what Tate thought were the right reasons. Nora has a quiet strength about her that she doesn't quite see and that endears her to me. Ms. Jordan's characters are relatable and they stay with you long after the last page has been read. That's what keeps me coming back for more.
I loved this story and have always wanted to visit Wyoming where Tate is from. Ms. Jordan's descriptive writing helps me envision myself in the mountains of Wyoming. Her writing takes you there as if you have a seat on the sidelines as the story is unfolding. You can feel the heartbreak and the sorrow coming from Tate and Nora as the past reveals itself and the mistakes that were made 10 years ago. Mistakes that tore them apart for what Tate thought were the right reasons. Nora has a quiet strength about her that she doesn't quite see and that endears her to me. Ms. Jordan's characters are relatable and they stay with you long after the last page has been read. That's what keeps me coming back for more.
August 14, 2020
When Dreams come True!
Frank Tate works for Lighthouse Security and Investigations. His home is in Maine now, but he grew up on a ranch in Wyoming. That is where he left Nora, his true love. In an effort to help Nora, he left her as he began his career as a Navy SEAL. Turned out he was being a gallant idiot. For the past ten years while a SEAL and then an agent, he pined for Nora, and she's avoided him. Now Tate has come to realize his massive mistake and in a return to Wyoming, he intends to fix his error. Nora is a nurse and she gets caught up in a unexpected kidnapping with preppers, drug dealers and meth cooking criminals. Fortunately for Nora, Tate has spent the last ten years becoming a super stud, and no one's hurting the woman he loves. Fast paced and detailed enough to keep the reader engrossed in the story, Ms. Jordan has created two loving, likeable characters who you root to succeed. And the conclusion is a wonderful finale to their success. Really well done.
Frank Tate works for Lighthouse Security and Investigations. His home is in Maine now, but he grew up on a ranch in Wyoming. That is where he left Nora, his true love. In an effort to help Nora, he left her as he began his career as a Navy SEAL. Turned out he was being a gallant idiot. For the past ten years while a SEAL and then an agent, he pined for Nora, and she's avoided him. Now Tate has come to realize his massive mistake and in a return to Wyoming, he intends to fix his error. Nora is a nurse and she gets caught up in a unexpected kidnapping with preppers, drug dealers and meth cooking criminals. Fortunately for Nora, Tate has spent the last ten years becoming a super stud, and no one's hurting the woman he loves. Fast paced and detailed enough to keep the reader engrossed in the story, Ms. Jordan has created two loving, likeable characters who you root to succeed. And the conclusion is a wonderful finale to their success. Really well done.
August 21, 2020
It is so comforting to know when you sit down to read a story that it will check off all the important boxes for a great book. Maryann Jordan is an author that I know when I select one of her books that I will unconditionally love everything about the current book. Tate is the story of a Keeper who meets back up with Nora, the girl he broke up with years ago because he didn't want her to have to worry about him dying while off at war like her brother did. He quickly realizes that his feelings never faltered in knowing that she was "the one" and now he is desperate to make her realize the same thing. Problem is that over the past ten or so years, she has avoided seeing him when he was home visiting his family. Fate throw him a bone when he finds that Nora is the assigned nurse caring for his father. This book will keep you on the edge of your seat with the twists and turns while you wonder if Nora and Tate will ever get their HEA.
I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest and totally voluntary review.
I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest and totally voluntary review.
August 10, 2020
I’m a huge fan of this series, and with each new book comes an expectation from an accomplished and clever author. This book certainly didn’t disappoint at all! This is slightly different in its setting as it involves Tate’s family as much as anything. Whilst on a trip back home to check on his father who’s had a heart problem, Tate bumps into his former girlfriend Nora. Whilst it brings up unwanted feelings for Nora, for Tate it reminds him of what could have been if he hadn’t tied to protect her! What follows is an emotional, suspenseful story as Tate tries to save his only love. With the help of his LSI teammates and local LEO’s Tate uncovers illegal drugs and rescues Nora as well. I adored this book because it not only is compelling but it gives an insight into the true character of the man in question. This series is highly addicting and a must read. Can’t wait for the next book!
August 1, 2020
I remember reading and loving Maryann Jordan’s first LSI book, and they have just gone from strength to strength. And, while this book appears not to involve them as much as some in the series have, the phone calls show the support and strength of Mace’s organization. Tate is an enormously likeable character, however bad his previous good intentions were, and his ability to take responsibility for that behaviour with Nora and then his single-minded determination to not only get her back when she’s kidnapped but to keep her safe while doing it fit with the character as he’s written. Nora is another wonderfully written character, compassionate, courageous, and perfect for the LSI family. The setting – blissful – who wouldn’t want to be out there, even with the snow? All in all, a truly 5-star read.
August 3, 2020
This was a wonderful read, which I couldn't put down. Tate, Nathan and Nora grew up together. Tate and Nathan both became SEALS. Nora and Tate fell in love and planned to marry. When Nathan is killed in the line of duty, Tate feels it's better if he breaks up with Nora.
Tate and Nora's story begins ten years later. Nora has always loved Tate and believes he is the one. Over that past years, she has suffered the loss of Tate's love and can't form any lasting relationships. Tate while visiting his parents realizes he made a mistake breaking it off with Nora and wants her back. When Nora is abducted, Tate and Lighthouse Security Investigations will do anything to get her back. This story is a romance about second chances at love, and I would definitely recommend it. I received a copy of this book for an honest review.
Tate and Nora's story begins ten years later. Nora has always loved Tate and believes he is the one. Over that past years, she has suffered the loss of Tate's love and can't form any lasting relationships. Tate while visiting his parents realizes he made a mistake breaking it off with Nora and wants her back. When Nora is abducted, Tate and Lighthouse Security Investigations will do anything to get her back. This story is a romance about second chances at love, and I would definitely recommend it. I received a copy of this book for an honest review.
August 6, 2020
Tate is superb addition to Maryann Jordan's Lighthouse Security series. A second chance romance with two truly likeable characters. There are a lot of soul deep emotions at play in this love story: recriminations, understanding and forgiveness as well as deep abiding love. There's also seems great fast paced action that is tense and suspenseful. Outstanding reading!
Tate and Nora have a deep history. Long time friends turned boyfriend and girlfriend turned lovers. He walked away hoping to save her from more grief in her life without knowing how much pain he truly caused her. Now he's back determined to rectify his mistakes of the past and reclaim the only woman he's ever loved. If Nora allows Tate back into her life wii they be just friends or will they be more? Will he walk away again if she trusts him with her heart?
Tate and Nora have a deep history. Long time friends turned boyfriend and girlfriend turned lovers. He walked away hoping to save her from more grief in her life without knowing how much pain he truly caused her. Now he's back determined to rectify his mistakes of the past and reclaim the only woman he's ever loved. If Nora allows Tate back into her life wii they be just friends or will they be more? Will he walk away again if she trusts him with her heart?
August 7, 2020
Tate by Maryann Jordan is number 6 in the Lighthouse Security Investigations series and another 5 star story, It is a well written exciting story, it has drama some action and suspense, with friendships and family and love. The characters are well developed with some really great chemistry and an undeniable connection. This story tugged at my heartstrings at the start and just kept me hooked till the very end. Tate is called home and this is where his past comes to him and he knows some of his choices were not good decisions. Nora is living her life and working when she gets a surprise, when she comes face to face with her past. This is just the start to a great book with some twists and turns that had me reading as quickly as I could. I absolutely loved this story and I highly recommend it.
August 8, 2020
Love the Lighthouse Keepers and Tate is no exception! Frank Tate is back in Wyoming to celebrate his mother’s birthday, surrounded by memories of home, most good, some heartbreaking. Nora, the woman he left behind ten years ago wants nothing to do with him. He knows he made a mistake, but didn’t realize how big the mistake was. When a prisoner is brought into the local hospital, Nora is assigned to be his nurse which leads to her being kidnapped during an escape. With the help of his team at Lighthouse Security and a local FBI agent, Tate races against time and the weather to rescue his Nora. But will he get there on time? Will Tate and Nora find their way back to each other? My favorite quote from the book is “Whatever brought us to right here, right now, today, is simply the path that we needed to take.”
I received an ARC of the book but the review is my own.
I received an ARC of the book but the review is my own.
August 13, 2020
Ok so first off I love every book I have ever read that was written by Maryann Jordan. They are all amazing. This story like all her others features everything that makes for a perfect romantic suspense. An amazing alpha hero who is protective and loyal and strong but also can admit when he has made a mistake and does what it takes to make amends. A terrific heroine that may be vulnerable at times but also has a strong core that rises up when needed. A believable romance, here a second chance at recovering a relationship that should never have ended but yet the rebuilding of it made it that much stronger. A suspense/danger that takes you on a ride along with the characters. And of course your HEA which - let's be honest - is a major reason you read a romantic suspense. Tate and Nora are wonderfully written and I couldn't put this book down. I highly recommend it.
August 22, 2020
Tate is a second chance love story that will pull at your heart strings. When a tragedy changed his life Tate made the difficult decision to leave Nora, breaking her heart. 10 years later and Tate has always regretted his decision to break Nora's heart, while Nora still angry and heartbroken has never gotten over her love for Tate.
When danger finds Nora Tate does not hesitate in rescuing and protecting his one, the love of his life, the woman he wants a second chance with to prove they are meant for Forever.
Riddled with heartache, secrets, love, suspense and action this story had me on the edge of my seat, holding my breath, crying as I felt their past heartache, and smiling as I finished the HEA. Another must read to this can't stop reading series.. Can't wait for Clay will he get his EASY? I don't think so......
When danger finds Nora Tate does not hesitate in rescuing and protecting his one, the love of his life, the woman he wants a second chance with to prove they are meant for Forever.
Riddled with heartache, secrets, love, suspense and action this story had me on the edge of my seat, holding my breath, crying as I felt their past heartache, and smiling as I finished the HEA. Another must read to this can't stop reading series.. Can't wait for Clay will he get his EASY? I don't think so......
November 20, 2024
storia diversa
ed eccoci a tate, il guardiano originario del wyoming, che apre il libro con un capitolo sul suo passato con una parte commovente
tutta la storia è dunque ambientata proprio in wyoming, terra spesso oggetto dei cosiddetti "survivalisti", trafficanti di stupefacenti che operano tra i boschi (e quelli del povero brumotti di striscia sembrano siepi al confronto.....) e il ritrovo di un amore mai spento
la storia è ben costruita, con passaggi credibili e tutto sommato fluidi anche per quanto riguarda i due protagonisti: la scelta della mail (e non spoilero!) è molto centrata, poichè e purtroppo diffusissima....
tutto sommato una lettura piacevole (la cover sempre che non c'entra nulla.....) e introduce i nuovi due guardiani (clay mi intriga)
solo un paio di virgolette lasciate in errore di battutura
tre stelle e mezzo
ed eccoci a tate, il guardiano originario del wyoming, che apre il libro con un capitolo sul suo passato con una parte commovente
tutta la storia è dunque ambientata proprio in wyoming, terra spesso oggetto dei cosiddetti "survivalisti", trafficanti di stupefacenti che operano tra i boschi (e quelli del povero brumotti di striscia sembrano siepi al confronto.....) e il ritrovo di un amore mai spento
la storia è ben costruita, con passaggi credibili e tutto sommato fluidi anche per quanto riguarda i due protagonisti: la scelta della mail (e non spoilero!) è molto centrata, poichè e purtroppo diffusissima....
tutto sommato una lettura piacevole (la cover sempre che non c'entra nulla.....) e introduce i nuovi due guardiani (clay mi intriga)
solo un paio di virgolette lasciate in errore di battutura
tre stelle e mezzo
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