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Green Beret Lorenzo “Enzo” Ramos is highly trained in mountain and arctic operations. He made a mistake early in his Special Forces career by falling in love with a general's daughter. They had a passionate, short-lived romance that ended when the general’s daughter told Enzo she didn’t want to see him anymore.

244 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 26, 2021

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Elle James

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Award-winning author Elle James grew up as an air force military brat. She received her work ethic from her rock-solid father, her creative streak from her artistic mother and inspiration from her writing partner and sister, Delilah Devlin. As a former member of the army reserves and a current member of the air force reserves, she's traveled across the United States and to Germany, managed a full-time job, and raised three wonderful children. She and her husband have even tried their hands at ranching exotic birds (ostriches, emus and rheas) in the Texas hill country. Ask her, and she'll tell you what it's like to go toe-to-toe with an angry three-hundred-and-fifty-pound bird and live to tell about it!

Her adventures in the army and air force reserves, and the wild antics of her life on a small ranch in Texas give her fodder for mystery, suspense and humor in her writing. Elle writes gothic, paranormal mystery for the Harlequin Intrigue line and paranormal romantic comedy for Dorchester Publishing. A former manager of computer programming and project management professionals, Elle is happy she now has the opportunity to pursue her writing full time.

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Profile Image for Madison Warner Fairbanks.
3,408 reviews495 followers
October 27, 2021
Colorado Conspiracy by Elle James
Brotherhood Protectors Colorado book 5. A spin off from the original series. Military romance. Can be read as a stand-alone.
On the way home from work, Gabby calls her father and hears a break-in and threats. By the time she gets home, her son has been kidnapped. Gabby gets help from the Brotherhood Protectors and Enzo, a member of the Special Forces.

Slammed. Super fast pace, this book takes place over less than two days. Fortunately Gabby and Enzo were still single and in love with each other from their prior relationship and Gabby had the contacts to get help.
Non stop action and hea. A great afternoon read to get the heart racing.
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631 reviews29 followers
October 28, 2021
Another great read from the Brotherhood Protectors of Colorado. Once I started this book, I couldn’t put it down. As a matter of fact I read the story in one breath. This is a second chance romance in which the past comes back into an unexpected way. It has all the ingredients to involve the reader. Action, suspence, romance and of course happy ending.
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352 reviews2 followers
May 26, 2022
Colorado Conspiracy is a nice shorter read. I really liked Enzo, and I did like Gabby, but part of me really disliked for not telling Enzo that Jamie was his son.. I mean, for the kid to be 4 years old and Enzo having no idea that he even had a child? Come. On...
The story was too predictable and didn't have enough twists and turns to make the story more interesting. I really was rooting for Enzo and Gabby to get back together but it irritated me that each time their relationship got brought up (particularly the first time after they get funky between the sheets and things 'fell into place'), Enzo's poor heart on the line and he asked about their relationship, Gabby 'didn't want to talk about it and wanted to focus on finding Jamie'... ok, so you can't talk about your relationship with the only man you've ever loved, who also is the father to your child, but you can bang him and have mind blowing sex? Come on girl.
I was disappointed that I didn't love this book more than I did. It could have used a little more originality as well as a little more character development for Gabby in my opinion. But it was a nice shorter read.
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1,009 reviews2 followers
December 30, 2024
Special Forces and the Brotherhood Protectors team up to find a kidnapped boy.

I am giving this fifth book in this series four stars but at times it should be a three. The book starts with Enzo and his team in a FUBAR situation that leaves one of their men dead. While back in Colorado Springs waiting out examination of their mission Enzo sees on the news that General Ryan was murdered and his grandson was kidnapped. His daughter Gabby is the only woman he ever loved and his team loves to rag on him about her. One of his men convinces Enzo to call her.

Gabby was literally on the phone when her father experienced a break in, was shot and her son Jamie was taken. When she gets home she finds her father dead and Jamie gone. Stunned a short time later her phone rings and it is Enzo. The man whose heart she broke because her father didn’t like him as well as the father to her four year old son.

Gabby is friends with Emily and is out at the ranch. Enzo and his team head for the ranch and meet with the Brotherhood Protectors. The race is on to get something her father sent her to the kidnapper to get her son back.

What bothers me most about this book was in the previous book we learn about this team that got the shaft from the Army. But in this book they are all still in the Army and discovered a plot explaining what the mission went FUBAR. Very confusing. I get they will all leave the service - before it sounded like they might be court martial, and sign up with the Brotherhood. For a nurse Gabby fought like a warrior.

This whole story takes place in a forty eight hour period but some inconsistencies bothered me.
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4,625 reviews68 followers
October 31, 2022
Colorado Conspiracy: Brotherhood Protectors Colorado: book 5 is by Elle James. Very good, short, exciting book with clean romance. Takes place on a dude ranch, The Lost Valley Ranch, near Fool’s Gold, Colorado near Colorado Springs. The ranch is owned by Gunny Tate; but basement of inn is rented by Brotherhood Protectors Colorado unit. They help Gunny with chores and The Watering Hole when not busy. Unit is just being formed with this series.
Green Beret Lorenzo “Enzo” fell in love early in his career. He fell in love with Gabriella Ryan, General Ryan’s daughter. General Ryan didn’t want his daughter to settle for an enlisted man and discouraged the union. He went so far as to threaten to ruin Enzo’s career just as he is starting out. Gabby gives in and breaks off with Enzo. It is only after that that she finds out she is pregnant. Four years later, Enzo runs into General Ryan in the park where he is running. Enzo stops the General’s grandson from funning into the lake. The General apologizes to Enzo for his actions four years ago; but Endo forgives him.
The General, in the course of his work, finds out that someone is committing treason. He knows he will have to disclose who it is and it will cause a disaster. He mails the proof to his daughter. He tells her about it as she is getting off work and ready to head home. Over the phone she hears the door being answered and cries of help. Then she hears a gun going off and doesn’t know what is happening. When she gets to the house, she finds her father dead and her son missing. Will Enxo help her when he finds out Jamie is his son?
2,364 reviews12 followers
October 24, 2021
COLORADO CONSPIRACY BROTHERHOOD PROTECTORS COLORADO BOOK #5:
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I received a free copy of the mildly steamy romantic suspense novel Colorado Conspiracy: Brotherhood Protectors Colorado: Book #5 by Elle James and this review was given freely.


Suspenseful and intense with lots of actions and drama this is a story of sabotage, treason, loss, and greed but also a story of reunion and second chances. This story is easy flowing and suspenseful with some violence but, the darkness is balanced by the comradery of the 10th Special Forces team, the helpful and personable Brotherhood Protectors family, the actions of a strong and determined mother, and a heartwarming ending.
Nearing the time of his enlistment’s end and on edge because of a bad premonition concerning tomorrow’s mission, Army’s 10th Special Forces Sergeant Major Lorenzo “Enzo” Ramos is running the trails near Ft. Carson, Colorado where he has an unexpected and cryptic encounter with General James Ryan and his four-year-old grandson Jamie which increases Enzo’s preoccupation with and anger over the bad break up with the woman he has loved for five years, Veteran’s Administration Hospital nurse Gabrielle Ryan.
6,527 reviews27 followers
October 26, 2021
Another wonderful read from the very talented Elle James with its perfect combination of suspense and drama This is slightly different in that Enzo the hero of the story isn't actually joining the Brotherhood protectors as he is still an active duty Green Beret it is more a case that the brotherhood protectors help him.

Years earlier Lorenzo “Enzo” Ramos was devastated when the woman he loved dumped him in the most heartless of ways stating that he wasn't good enough for her and he has never gotten over it. Now he is heartbroken once again after losing a brother on his latest mission. Gabrielle “Gabby” Ryan was devastated when she had to break Enzo's heart but her hand was forced by her father a General what neither knew was that she was pregnant at the time. Now her father has been murdered and her son has been kidnapped and the only person who can help her is Enzo It will take all of the skills of Enzo's team and the Brotherhood Protectors to save Jamie and get to the bottom of what is happening. Meanwhile can Enzo forgive Gabby for not telling him about his son and can they build a future together You will have to read to see
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565 reviews8 followers
November 2, 2021
Five years ago, Enzo and Gabby dreamed of their HEA. When the General, Gabby’s dad, got wind of their relationship he threatened to ruin Enzo’s chance to become a member of the Special Forces—his dream. So, Gabby pushed him away. Enzo was devastated and left pining for a woman he’s always loved and never forgotten. While on leave, he hears that Gabby’s dad was murdered and her son was kidnapped. Even though he doesn’t want to face Gabby again, he can’t NOT help her. He and his team spring into action. Will Enzo be able to forgive Gabby when secrets are revealed?

A true page turner! Although the characters in this novel enlist The Colorado Brotherhood Protectors group, Enzo and his team are not members. Gabby sought out help from her girlfriends who have significant others who are members of the Brotherhood Protectors. The two teams work together to find a killer and kidnapper before it’s too late. I felt this novel had more action, suspense than other novels in the series. It was fast-paced, but not rushed. If you enjoy romantic suspense with HEA, I highly recommend this novel! I read a gifted copy and all opinions stated are my own.
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62 reviews3 followers
October 25, 2021
Another exciting book from one of my favorite authors, Elle James. This is her fifth book in the Brotherhood Protectors Colorado series. This is a powerful second chance romance. After coming back to Colorado after a failed mission and the loss of one of his teammates, Special Forces Green Beret Lorenzo “Enzo” Ramos meets back up with the only women he ever loved, Gabby Ryan. Unfortunately the meeting is due to the murder of her father and the kidnapping of her son Jamie. Enzo and his team want to help Gabby but when she finally breaks down and tells Enzo that he is Jamie’s father, he is more determined than ever to find his son. The mastermind of the crimes will do anything to get back the information that Gabby had in her possession. This story is fast-paced, dangerous and full of adventure but with a HEA ending. I recommend it highly. I was given an ARC of this book for my honest review.
900 reviews2 followers
October 26, 2021
A second chance romance. She lied to him, to save his career. He would of gave up his career to have her. But now they must work together to rescue the one thing that's important to them, their son.

Lorenzo or “Enzo” to his team, had just gotten back from a mission. That mission had been compromised and they lost one of their men. Now the news reports that the General has been murdered and a little boy is missing. The same little boy he had met at the park. He knows he should call her, but he's still so angry after all this time.

Gabrielle or Gabby to her friends, has worked hard to become a nurse. Gabby and her son live with her dad. She calls her dad to let him know she's on her way home. As they're talking, she hears a commotion and then silence. When she gets home the house has been ransacked and her son is missing. She answers her phone without thought and is surprised at the voice on the other end.
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513 reviews2 followers
October 23, 2021
This book gets your attention from the moment you open the book and keeps you reading until you are finished. Sergeant Major Lorenzo “Enzo” Ramos and the men of the 10th special forces are serving their country to keep everyone safe, but Enzo can’t seem to get past having his heart broken by the woman he loves to this day is devastating, but even though he can’t stop loving her, he can put everything on the line to protect his heart. When the worst thing happens, you must step in to help her no matter if it breaks you into, Enzo will give it his all and hope that finally he will be able to get back what the past has taken.
Being able to visit with the members of the Brotherhood Protectors as they join with Enzo’s team to find the woman and son, he loves makes a terrific story. Grab it, you won’t be sorry.

I received an arc for an honest review.
3,547 reviews40 followers
October 24, 2021
e are back with another engaging story in this series.
After a mission that ended badly for Special Forces Green Beret, Lorenzo/Enzo Ramos and his team are back in Colorado. The same place where the girl he fell in love five years ago broke his heart. The girl he’s never stopped loving.
When he hears news that her father, a general, has been murdered, he calls her.
From that moment on, his life would change forever. In reality, Gabby Ryan lied to him five years ago. She never stopped loving him. Now that the son she never told him about has been taken, they unite to get him back safely.
This was an action packed story filled with bad guys, good ones and of course, romance. Another good addition to the series.
I was entrusted a copy of this book. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
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4,147 reviews
October 25, 2021
A fast paced second chance romance that can be read in one sitting.

I liked that the story grabbed my attention from the first pages and kept me riveted to the very end. There was a ton of action in this book, from Enzo and his team's mission to the combined effort with the Brotherhood Protectors.

There were a few things that surprised me. I couldn't understand why General Ryan did what he did knowing the level of danger involved in his discovery. Then I wondered why Gabby waited to tell the complete story to Enzo. Next thing I thought about, was anyone interested in what happened to the chip? Let's not forget poor JC. And, finally, I was surprised they didn't just tell Jamie the truth. Those were some of the major issues I noticed.

A good amount of action, danger, suspense intertwined
3,542 reviews14 followers
October 26, 2021
Whew! Colorado Conspiracy is a phenomenal romantic suspense by Elle James. This nail-biter is a well-written book populated with an outstanding cast of characters. This is a fairly quick read, perfect for those with limited reading time. Enzo and his team are grief-stricken after losing a team member on their last mission. Gabby is a nurse at the Veterans Hospital and lives with her father and son. When her father is murdered and her son missing she calls Enzo for help. Gabby and Enzo's story is loaded with drama, humor, sexy bits, action and suspense. I loved this book and look forward to my next book by Elle James. Colorado Conspiracy is book 5 of the Brotherhood Protectors Colorado Series but can be read as a standalone. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book that I received from Bookfunnel. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
188 reviews1 follower
October 26, 2021
A chance encounter with a young boy starts the ball rolling in this adventure. A reunion with the woman who had broken his heart but now desperately needs his help. And a secret that would rock his world. That is what Enzo, our soldier hero, faces in Colorado Conspiracy, Book 5 of the Brotherhood Protectors Colorado Series.
When our heroine, Gabby, finds her father murdered and her son kidnapped, she desperately needs the help of her old flame, Enzo,(and some old friends:) to save the day. Old secrets tore them needlessly apart, and current ones could blow their world apart. I won't get more detailed because that would ruin the story, but this book is definitely a rollercoaster ride of adventure and emotional turmoil! It contains treason, espionage, murder and kidnapping. If they can survive these challenges, then Enzo and Gabby might just get a 2nd chance at a HEA.
2,295 reviews18 followers
October 28, 2021
When Enzo reaches out to Gabby after her dad is murdered, he doesn’t expect for her to agree to see him right away, since it’s been 5 years since she broke up with him. Gabby has her own secret to share with Enzo but first they have to save her son, Jamie, and find out who murdered her dad within a day. What she didn’t expect is have Enzo by her side along with his team mates and the Brotherhood Protectors in Colorado doing all they can to find Jamie and bring the responsible ones for her dad’s murder to justice.
A great read with some steam, suspense, betrayals, secrets and great characters. I liked these two and I LOVED that Enzo was not a man wh** after the break up. The story flowed nicely with no drama between the two and a great HEA.
*I voluntarily read an advanced copy and expressed my honest opinion*
145 reviews1 follower
October 28, 2021
It had been a difficult week so on late Friday when I saw there was an email to read and write a review of the new 'Colorado Conspiracy' book I could hardly wait to sit down and start reading the book. Colorado Conspiracy didn't disappointment me. I was drawn into the story from the first page and didn't want to put the book done until I finish the book. The story has mystery, action, brotherhood, second chances, heartache and of courage romance with happy ending. I recommend you grab your drink of choice, a throw, get comfortable on your favorite Chair, plenty of light and 'Colorado Conspiracy' book, then you too will be able to enjoy all of the activity that goes on within the book.


I received a free copy of this book for a honest review. I would recommend this book to anybody who enjoys romance suspense, second chance romances and military romance books.
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1,714 reviews26 followers
October 24, 2021
Colorado Conspiracy by Elle James is the fifth book in her Brotherhood Protectors Colorado series. This is a poignant second chance romance. The two main characters, Gabby Ryan and Enzo Ramos meet up again after five years when Gabby's father is killed and her son is kidnapped. Gabby broke off their relationship when her Army general father threatened to end Enzo's Army career if she didn't. This time a team of active duty special force soldiers teams up with members of the Colorado branch of the Brotherhood Protectors to find the kidnapped boy. The man behind the crimes is after something and he will do anything to get it. I liked all the action in this story. It's fast paced and flows really well. This is a great addition to the series.

I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
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1,884 reviews27 followers
October 24, 2021
Book 5, I have not read 1-4 and I was not lost. That being said I enjoyed book 5 so much that I want to go read books 1-4. Sigh as if my TBR pile needed help! We start with Enzo and his Special Forces Team headed out on a mission. A mission that goes horribly wrong. So much so I was surprised. When they are back in the states recouping he saves little boy from running in to the lake. Everything takes off from there, no holds bar full speed ahead non stop action. Some twisted people are in the world and we meet one here (closer to the end). Serving our country, losses, second chances, family, regrets, love, and evil. Fast paced with all the feels. Thank you for the arc. All thoughts and opinions are my own which I freely share.
824 reviews12 followers
October 25, 2021
Fascinating, steamy, face-paced read about former Special Forces member Lorenzo/Enzo Ramos, and Gabby Ryan, his first and only love..
Enzo meets Gabby's father and a beautiful little boy in the park. Gabby's father tells Enzo that he is sorry for what he did, and if Enzo and Gabby meet again, they have his blessing. Enzo is already reeling from the loss of one of his brothers in arms on their last assignment. He didn't realize Gabby was back in Colorado Springs. Now, when he finds out Gabby's dad is murdered, he calls and offers to help.
Gabby has never stopped loving the father of her child, but she's not sure what he can do to help her find her fathers' murderer.
Short, don't want to put it down, read!!!
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5,142 reviews52 followers
October 26, 2021
So much betrayal

A slight change for the Colorado Brotherhood Protectors here as Enzo is not a new hire, but Enzo and his team slot in perfectly with the rest of the Colorado team....so we can always hope!
This second chance for Gabby and Enzo comes with heartbreak, but also the proof that life is short and you need to embrace it whilst you can. I love that they get a second chance, as the love never died, I also like that the General admitted he was wrong and gave his blessing, it makes them finding each other again so much sweeter.
From heartbreak and corruption comes hope, hope for a future together and the knowledge that those lost will never be forgotten. That they died heroes, righting the wrongs of others.
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12.2k reviews91 followers
October 28, 2021
Enzo and his team have recently returned from a mission that had devastating consequences. When he learns that the father of the only woman he has ever loved has been killed he attempts to offer his condolences only to find out that the son he didn’t know he had has been abducted as well.

When Gabby ended her relationship with Enzo it wasn’t because she didn’t love him but because she did as his career was being threatened by her father. She knows that Enzo will be able to help her and her son but that means being truthful about the past.

Although it may not have been the best choice at the time Gabby believed it was the only choice. Their reunion takes us on an adventure filled with romance, intrigue and surprises as they try to right the wrongs of the past.
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948 reviews
November 24, 2023
This one is lucky it isn’t a 1 star lDoes anyone else feel a disconnect between all the books in the series. In the prior book to each one you meet the new characters or in this case, Hank talks about boing to speak to a team of Green Berets that are getting out. Then we get to the next book and there is no picking up where the last one left off and the timeline feels off.

I find I can’t like Gabby, I’m sure she is a good mum to Jamie but hello, your father is killed and your son taken but hey let’s get it on with the guy you haven’t seen in 5 years. Blah!!!! At lease she proves resourceful in trying to save herself and her son. The redeeming feature to get an extra star.

I’m not sure why I’m persisting with this series ‘they are progressively getting worst.
1,268 reviews9 followers
October 24, 2021
This book starts out with action when Enzo and his team are on a mission that goes wrong. After they get back and are on leave Enzo runs into the father of the woman he has loved and never gotten over. When Gabby's father is murdered and her son is kidnapped Enzo and his team along with the guys of the Colorado Brotherhood are there to help. When he finds out that he has a son and the General knew something that got him murdered they drop everything to help. This book has action, suspense, danger and second chances. Wonderful characters and a great addition to the Brotherhood Protectors Colorado.
713 reviews4 followers
October 26, 2021
This is a fantastic addition to the Brotherhood Protectors series!
Enzo Ramos lost the love of his life 5 years ago and he still can’t seem to move forward. He isn’t sure why Gabby Ryan left him. Their love was perfect until she ended it.
Gabriel Ryan loved Enzo with all of her heart but was forced to give him up or her controlling father would ruin his military career. She never thought she’d see him again. Then her father is murdered and her son is taken hostage. Enzo is back in her life again along with his team of special forces soldiers and the help of The Brotherhood Protector they have one goal rescue Jamie. Until their plan goes sideways and Gabby is taken too. Will Enzo reach her and Jamie in time?
“I voluntarily received this arc book for an honest review”
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
799 reviews4 followers
October 26, 2021
The strange interaction between Enzo and the little boy at the start sets the tone for the whole book – you’re always slightly on edge, waiting, but not sure what you’re waiting for. The story moves at a blistering pace, and this is definitely a single-sitting read. It’s a great revisit to the Colorado Brotherhood Protectors and those characters, a fabulous insight into Enzo and Gabby and Gabby’s own strength, and a terrifying race to rescue Jamie. You can also imagine Jamie’s delight when he hears the truth about Enzo, and one sees that as part of his healing from the trauma. I love books that live on for me – and this one does.
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2,540 reviews29 followers
November 3, 2021
ARC for honest review with no compensation

Colorado Conspiracy is book 5 in the Brotherhood Protectors Colorado series by Elle James and you really need to read this book and the series!

Enzo and Gabby were a couple til her father threatened his Special Forces career so she broke it off. Now years later he is back and, runs into her father and his grandson where he apologies but Enzo doesn’t understand what that all means…until he see Gabby again after her father is murdered and he secret is revealed…

Heartbreak, secrets, corruption, murder, kidnapping and so much more that will keep you turning the pages!
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1,124 reviews8 followers
November 19, 2021
Colorado Conspiracy

OMG! Another FANTASTIC story by Elle! This story keeps you intrigued right from the first chapter! This story is basically a second chance romance story. Enzo and Gabby were in love five years previously but her father basically ended their relationship before Gabby found out she was pregnant. It gets intense when kids are involved. It's unfortunate that her father was killed but she was able to save her son with the help of two different teams. Once the danger passed, these three worked on their happily ever after! FANTASTIC job Elle! I would highly recommend this book!
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2,245 reviews31 followers
January 4, 2022
This is book 5 in the Brotherhood Protectors Colorado series and it features Enzo and Gabby.  When she  broke up with him, she had no idea of her condition.  Now 4 years later, she needs him to help her find her kidnapped 4 year old son.  She was the love of his life and ripped his heart out 4 years ago. Will he finally get the answers he’s waited for after he rescues a little boy that looks EXACTLY like him?

Fantastic story line!  Characters are top notch and you can really see their growth throughout the book.  I love a well written military man and Elle James is a master!  I can’t wait to read more!
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4,219 reviews34 followers
February 22, 2022
Lots of fast paced action mixed in with some deep emotions makes Colorado Conspiracy a mesmerizing read. Enzo Ramos is at a crossroads after losing one of his teammates. Maybe it's time to move on but being in the Army and becoming a Green Beret is all he ever wanted with the exception of Gabby Ryan. He loved her and lost her. Gabby turns to Enzo because she has no 0lace else to go. Her life just got complicated and dangerous. Her son's life hangs in the balance but first she has a confession to make to Enzo. He has n9 time to be angry once he hears her out. He and his team have a murder to solve and a rescue to plan. Then he's going forward with the woman he never stopped loving.
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