Bullard's Best

Bullard's Battle #8.5

by Dale Mayer

After finding the killer who’d tried to take out the entire team, and now with Bullard safe, the crew heads back to the island where he recovered. Leia wants to get married there, so Dave has gone ahead with Katie, Bullard’s caterer, to set things up.Dave has a new lease on life, now that Bullard is safely back home, and fixes his sights on an old friend he’s always kept slightly distant. Katie has been in Dave’s orbit for a long time; she’s not sure what’s changed in their relationship, but something certainly has, and she couldn’t be happier.Except for one loose thread from that same island. After all, someone let the outside world know Bullard was alive. Someone they had yet to find. So a week in paradise might start with some time in hell first.

Genres: Romance, Mystery

109 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 21, 2021

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

[Linda Carlson · Rating 5 out of 5]

There’s going to be a wedding!

I love this story! I enjoy how Dave is determined to understand how Bullard was rescued and nursed back to health in such a small area on this beautiful island. I also enjoyed the efforts made by all of those on Bullard’s team as well as his friends, including his right hand, Dave, to prepare a perfect backdrop for the much needed celebration.

The anticipation of Bullard & Leila’s wedding is secondary, in a way, to the developing relationship between Dave & Katie, who have been friends for many years and more recently have become very aware of each other and the possibility of a future.

The story gets more exciting when there is danger lurking and someone is stalking Dave & Katie from an unknown source while they are scouting Leila’s area of the island for wedding ideas and placement. I felt the excitement that planning a wedding brings as well as the nervous apprehension of the stalker.

Find a comfy seat, something yummy to drink and plan on reading this story from beginning to end all in one sitting! It has some unexpected surprises you’re gonna love!

[Dita · Rating 3 out of 5]

It is the last book from Bullard's Battle series. It's like an epilogue.
I thought this one is all about Bullard but apparently it's more about Dave and Katie, the final couple. Through all of this series I kinda think that Dave is way much older than Bullard, but apparently he's the same age as Bullard, so yeah it's kinda surprising for me. Although it's like an epilogue, there's still last case about who snitched on Leia and Bullard 's position, yup there's still a little action, mystery and suspense in it. Everything felt rushed here, it's like bam bam bam and then done, super fast, so many things going on, so it's a bit hard to capture all the feelings. Still enjoyed it nonetheless, especially with those cute sweet moments, it still makes me feel happy, it's still a cute light roomantic suspense read.

[Carol · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the last book in the Bullard Battle series. This series takes through the search and rescue of Bullard who is the owner of a security company based in Africa. He went missing after the plane he was on blew up over the ocean. Each book takes us along the journey as each member of his team looks for clues and finds a partner on the way. This book wrapped the story line but unlike the other books in the series, I don’t think this book would be as enjoyable if you hadn’t read any of the other stand-alone books. There were a few twists and turns in the book, but there wasn’t the same level of action. I did like this book, but then I read all the books in the series. I recommend reading the Bullard’s battle series.

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

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've waited so long for Bullard and Leia's wedding. As you would expect, there was trouble and the circle of life. There was some action, danger, revelations and a HEA. A beautiful setting in the South Pacific. I loved the ending for all of Bullard's people and partners. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Tracy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A page turner, keeps you reading till the end and wanting more.
Returning back to the islandfor at least 1 wedding, sees the team facing more events from past events there. Building, planning, kidnappings, births and death all within a very short period of time.
Who did what?
Went was that done?
Who gets married?
Who gives birth?
Who dies?
Alot of answers tie this series together, gives answers and create new ones as well.
A new love story is played along with everything else.
A lovely way to end this series.

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

[Mandy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Now that the killer who targetted Bullard and his entire team is identified and caught, the crew is heading back to the island where he recovered in order that Bullard and Leia can get married there. Dave has gone ahead with Katie the caterer in order to sort out the preparations and now that Bullard is safe Dave has a new lease on life and a new perspective on his future - one that involves Katie at a level he has only been able to dream about. Katie is thrilled - she has wanted much more with Dave for years now. However, there is still one loose thread from the island in the form of the person who originally let the outside know about Leila's location and that Bullard was alive. And so their week in paradise might have a little outstanding business to conclude first!

I really enjoyed this finale to the series and a fitting ending for all of the characters where they finally had their HEA as was rightly deserved after all of the trauma of the past months. I enjoyed the way that Dave used his skills to protect Katie as well as try to find the person behind the betrayal of Leia and Bullard. I also loved the way that Dave and Katie were able to take their friendship to the next level in a mature and confident way as only people who knew each other as well as what they wanted to a high level could. It was a great ending and I hope we will see snippets of their lives in later books by the same author. Easy to read and understand. Contains explicit sexual content.

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

[Judy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bullard’s Best by Dale Mayer
Bullard’s Battle Series Book Nine
Dave Montgomery and Bullard have been friends for many years. Bullard saved his life. So Dave is thrilled that Bullard has found the love of his life…instead of mourning Ice, who everyone knew would never be Bullard’s woman. She was married to Levi and loved him. Bullard just needed the right woman to show him who he really needed. Now, they were all gathering on Leia’s island property for the wedding.
Katie has been cooking for Bullard’s functions for many years. She knew, admired, and wanted more with Dave after getting to know him so well. She gave him space in case he was still mourning the deaths of his wife and daughter so long ago. But now, with the two of them on the island early, she decided to make a move. Take a chance.
The island was a paradise of beauty and peace…almost. Someone was lurking in the shadows, and they weren’t just some curious islander. They had thought that the main concerns were over after dealing with the doctor after Leia and dealing with Bullard’s half-brother. Apparently not. A grand finale to this series.
**Sexual content
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[TrishAM · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Bullard's plane was blasted out of the sky by someone attempting to eradicate him and all his team, little did he know the impact that it would have on his life..
Missing for months, Bullard had been washed up on an isolated Pacific island and nursed back to health by Leia, an ex eminent doctor who was set up for a crime that she didn't commit, Leia had made the island her home and she had found peace there.
Bullard and Leia had fallen in love and were returning to the island to get married, Dave Montgomery, one of Bullard's team and Katie who was caterer for the compound had arrived at the island two days before the rest of the team, they were to make sure that all the preparations were in place for the wedding.
Kate was a bit of a loner but she had had a crush on Dave for a long time, they had got close over the years, but never taken it any further, obviously things didn't go to plan and their lives were in danger , Dave had fallen for Katie and he would protect her.
This is a lovely story that brings the whole team together and gives them all a fantastic ending.

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

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is the finale of Dale Mayer’s “Bullard’s Battle” series. It ties up all of the loose ends in this series and in the lives of the characters that we have seen and loved throughout the series.

Bullard and Leia return to her island so they can get married there. All of Bullard’s team, and their partners, are joining them for the ceremony.

One member of Bullard’s team, Dave, has had a crush on Katie for a long time. Katie, who is Bullard’s chef, has felt the same way about him - for even longer. This trip gives them the chance to finally admit their feelings to each other.

However, there is one piece of unfinished business. They need to discover the person who revealed Leia’s and Bullard’s secret location. He is still an enemy who can easily cause trouble. That is the main plot in this book, outside of the wedding. In the end, we finally discover who did it, and why.

I am truly going to miss this series. The characters are all very interesting, and the plots are always exciting - with lots of action and intrigue.

[CarolKat · Rating 5 out of 5]

With Bullard back, Leia plans start for their wedding on the Island. Bullard already has some plans for that property and a bit more too. But first the Wedding.

Dave is on the island doing some reconnaissance since they still don't know who leaked the information that Bullard was alive. They don't want any surprises. While doing that he goes and pays his respects to the medicine woman, unfortunately she doesn't know who betrayed Leia and Bullard. It is interesting that she notes that Terk will need help, and that's coming up next month. She also knows that Katie is more than just a friend and co-worker to Dave even though he didn't mention her name.

When Katie arrives, they take a look around the area doing a little planning before the rest of the team arrive. Also to just enjoy each other's company.

Things don't stay peaceful long though. Even before the others can arrive, Dave and the yacht captain are dealing with people who want them gone.

There's plenty of action, suspense, laughter, tears both happy and sad and some surprises as well!

[Di · Rating 4 out of 5]

Or is it since one more main character, Dave who is Bullard’s right hand man, needs his HEA also. Dave has been mourning the loss of his wife and daughter for many many years and now he’s finally ready to move on. Dave has known Katie for years, she’s a good friend and works for Bullard as a caterer, and he wants more. Katie has also had her eye on Dave, hoping he will make a move and now that they are on an island together….she just might make the first move….but first they have to find the person responsible that’s been trying to get rid of them before Bullard’s wedding takes place.
A good read with some steam, suspense, murder, surprises, and great characters. I liked the no drama between them and friends to lovers theme as well as the surprise ending with them. I would have liked some details on how his family passed as I couldn’t remember if it was mentioned in previous books.
*I voluntarily read an advanced copy and expressed my honest opinion*

[Fleur · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's finally time for Bullard and Leia to get married, but that doesn't mean there isn't time for one for couple to get together and I was so glad Dave finally gets his own story. Dave and Katie have worked together often through Bullard and now have the opportunity to finally admit their feelings for each other, however there is still danger lurking on the island which could stop any chance of romance as well as the wedding and potential weddings. I loved Katie and how she decided she would let Dave know how she feels so they could either give it a go or to be able to move on from it all and thankfully Dave realizes after seeing Bullard and his other friends partner up that he needs to move forward and be happy again also. You get loads of laughs, danger, romance, reuniting of all the team as well as more than one happy ever after.

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

[Irene S · Rating 5 out of 5]

With Bullard's and Leia's wedding to plan, Dave goes to the island paradise to prepare for the wedding and to try to find out who betrayed Leia. Katie is there to cater the wedding and has worked with Dave over the years. Katie would like more than friendship with him. While checking out the wedding location, both Dave and Katie feel like they are being watched. Soon their lives are threaten. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. This is a nice wrap up of the series, but I'm sure that we will glimpse Bullard and his team again in one of the other series. I love seeing Katie taking the initiative with Dave. There are a few very suspenseful moments and the final mystery is solved. It was also nice seeing Bullard's team reunited. I have enjoyed this connected series.

[Pam · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bullard and Leia are getting married and Leia wants the ceremony to take place on her island. Dave and Katie arrive before everyone else to see what needs to be done to get the place ready for the wedding. Katie is catering so she needs to see what she has to work with to get everything set up for the wedding and reception afterwards. Dave and Katie hit a snag when someone fires on them. In their efforts to stay safe the spark that has been building between them for years has a chance to ignite. Will Dave be able to get over the loss of his family to start and new chapter in his life. Is Katie ready for a new relationship after her failed relationship. I love this book, it was a little shorter than other books but I believe the author did a very good job of bring the series to a close with this book.

[Meg Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dave is Bullard's right hand man. He and Katie, who will be setting up the food for Bullard's and Leia's wedding, go back to the island to prepare for the event. Even though they are aware of the possible traitor who gave away Bullard's location, they are not prepared for the next days to include danger and bullets. Nor are they totally prepared for the attraction between them to grow even though it has been a long time coming. Bullard and his men are on the way but it's up to Dave and Leia to survive until help arrives. The wedding, or is it weddings, will be perfect. This is a great summary to this exciting series which I really didn't want to end. But the epilogue talks of Damon's Deal: Terkel's Team, Book 1 and my curiosity and interest are peaked again. Can't wait!

[Paula · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bullard and the team think the threat is over and are heading back to the Island where Bullard was rescued by Leia . Leia wishes to marry Bullard on the Island . Dave and Katie the caterer head to the Paradise to get everything prepared for the upcoming wedding . Dave and Katie have always been attracted to each other but Dave is finally ready to make his long awaited move from friends to lovers . Unfortunately there is a threat and Dave and Katie find themselves and the team in danger . They must work to stop the threat . So everyone can get their happy endings . This story is a perfect ending . It's romantic and action packed , definitely Suspenseful . I highly recommend taking the time to read .

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

[Char Davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

An amazing storyline great characters.This story is an emotional rollercoaster ride to healing an love.When Bullard finally wakes up he notices a beautiful woman sitting by his side When he tries to move agony goes through his body.After telling Bullard her name is Leia she tells him he's been severely injured an can't move around much right now.As days pass Bullard finds his angel still by his side.He tells her his name is Bullard but he thinks he's in security but other than that he doesn't remember much.Leia assured him that as his body heals him memory will improve.there is danger coming and he hopes he's improved enough to keep them safe.There are so many twists an turns to this story you will be riveted until the very last page and leave you begging for more.

[Cheryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a short book wrapping up the series. I enjoyed being taken to the island, feeling the peace and seeing the beauty. As always man will destroy things and people and we have some intrigue and violence. I loved how Kate takes the bull by the horns with Dave :) He was ready to live life again, but was on the slow train. Kate showed him how much fun it is to ride the fast train. Bullards best brought the warm fuzzies as marriages took place. Ice and Levi were there and had their own pleasant tid bit to share. I do wonder if there might be one more visit in the future. I so thought there should have been a clinic there and I was saddened by the loss of one person. Thank you for the arc. I freely volunteer my thoughts and opinions.

[Catherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Katie arrived at the island on the yacht so she could cater the wedding of Bullard and Leia and possibly some of the other couples from Bullard's team. After all the years of ignoring what's between them Katie and Dave admit to their feelings for each other, Before the rest of the gang arrives the old Medium woman is hit over the head by her own relative because she would not take care of his injured hand that Dave had shot his gun at. Dave and Katie and the yachts captain Sam are attacked by two men. Eventually it all is solved and the wedding goes on as planned.

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

[Leah Hines · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the conclusion of Bullard's series and it goes out with a bang. It's Dave's turn to find love and Katie is just perfect for him. We get to see the progression of their relationship as well as the rest of the team's. There's a bit of suspense as well because nothing can go smoothly for this group! The ending was a jaw dropper that perfectly sets up the upcoming new series that looks very promising and contains elements of my favorite series' by this author. I can't wait for more and I love knowing this may be the end but we will undoubtedly get to see these characters again.

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

[Pamela Mitchell · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a spectacular conclusion to the Bullard's Battle series with characters you feel like you know and an action-filled, suspenseful, emotional and heartwarming story that had me glued to the book from the first word to the last. I loved the undeniable chemistry and connection between Dave and Bullard's caterer Katie who went to the South Pacific island to set things up for Bullard and Leia's wedding. Sorry to see this series end but I'm excited to read about Terk and his team. I received an advance reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my review. I also purchased a copy of the book to read again later.

[Kari Hansen · Rating 5 out of 5]

After everything that Bullard has been through there is nothing more that he wants than to marry Leia, the woman who was there for him when he needed someone the most and it is only fitting it happens where they fell in love.

The only thing that could mar their happy day is to find out who betrayed Bullard and Leia and brought the danger directly to their door. Dave wants to uncover that truth before the big day and with the help of Katie he may just get the answers he needs as well as the future he and Katie both deserve.

Intrigue, twists and heat as not only do we get the closure we need but we get to catch up with the other characters we know and love.

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bullard's Best

Dave and Katie travel to the island to get the lay of the land to set up for Bullard & Leia's wedding. As they spend time together they grow closer and Katie finally has at least one dream come true. While they are working on the plans a few instances of trouble poke up causing concern and making Dave call for backup. Just before the rest of the crew arrives Trouble arrived revealing the face attached to current situations happening on the island.
Can Bullard and team get everything cleaned up before any more lives are lost and can the wedding actually proceed?

[Wendy Hodges · Rating 5 out of 5]

Even with the threat on the island I loved this story, Dave definitely deserved to get his HEA just as much as everyone else on the team. Katie was awesome, strong and calm with everything going on she kept on track and took charge where needed. Having everyone in one place all together was just what they all needed, it was special and something they can all share. Fast paced with suspense and some action plus a whole lotta love and a small bit of sadness. Plus a bonus twist. What's not tò love.started and finished 15/11/21

[Rachael Bromley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow oh wow. I thought Bullard’s story was awesome but Dale saved the best until last. What can I say. It’s the biggest day of Bullard’s life and already things are happening before he even gets there. This story is Mainly about Dave, Bullard’s right hand man, and Katie, the caterer for the group. This had everything in it for me and brought the book to a stunning conclusion. I have enjoyed this series so immensely and I know I will reread it again. I can’t wait to see what characters Dale will spin off into next

[C · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an ending!!!

Just when I thought this book was going to be easy going. Definitely wasn't, the attack was still lingering over Bullard's team. I so very much enjoyed reading this series. Not only was each book different with their own story line, but the action was there along with the family oriented feeling. I was so into each book, I just had to keep reading them back to back until I completed the series. Definitely emotional through them all. I cried, laughed and anger swept through me as I read them. Definitely a must read.

[Kathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bullard's Best brings Team Bullard and their significant others back to the tropical island. The completion of the series yet not all the loose ends have been tied up. Dave finds himself in the middle of the complications. Unexpectant events, unpredictable actions, and also romance make this a page turner I greatly enjoyed.

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[Leanne ~ Tales From The Heart · Rating 5 out of 5]

Now that Bullard is safe and his wedding imminent, it's time to head back to Paradise. Surely nothing can go wrong. There is extreme danger, shooting, kidnapping and murder. What is this all about and will it affect their big day? The threat is real, after all there is always action in this series. This story was actually about Dave and Katie but the entire team stole the show.
Wonderful plot in this shorter story, I highly recommend this series.

[Tanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

They have finally stopped the people who have tried to kill the team and now it is time for some rest. Unfortunately there is still someone out there after him so they may have some battle to fight before they can enjoy their break on the island. Who is left? Can they stop them? Are they the final one? Will they finally get the peace and rest they deserve? See just how it all goes

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[Laura R · Rating 5 out of 5]

In the final book of this series, Dave and Katie have arrived on the island early in preparation for Bullard and Leia's wedding. As they are looking over Leia's property to see what infrastructure is needed to accommodate everyone, danger lurks. Their hope is that the situation will be taken care of quickly so the wedding(s) can take place as planned. There are plenty of twists and turns as this story wraps up the series and we are left with a hint of what is to come in the next series.