Terk's Triumph

Terkel's Team #9

by Dale Mayer

The move to a castle is both daunting and exhilarating. Damn sure he has bitten of more than he can handle, Terk asks Charles for help. In turn, Charles brings in an old friend to get the team installed and to get the castle renovated and organized. Going into private business never looked so good or so hard. But, with Levi and Ice joining in the fun, even Bullard helping out, the renovations are in Emmaline’s capable hands, and all is well.

Or is it? When Jonas calls to say there’s a problem, and it’s heading their way, Terk knows the priority is safety and security. But what does that look like with a large group of energy workers? There’s also another side effect of so much energy all in one place—something no one thought about—and something that’s way too late to stop …

Genres: Romance

189 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 6, 2022

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

[Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Forgiveness is for us, not for them!

The team find their new home and not a moment too soon as the threats keep coming and the team rapidly expands....much faster than they ever expected!
I love that whilst this is the final book in this series we are getting a spin off series for the new team members and so will still get to check in with the original team.
A great conclusion with the promise of more.

[Carol · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the 9th book in the Terkel’s Team series. With physic abilities, Terk’s team is a government black ops team. The series starts with Terkel’s team being disbanded and then attacked. The team has identified the people behind the attack and eliminated the threat. Now that they are safe, this book is all about them setting up a private security company in England. At the end of the book, they get their first case and I’m looking forward to seeing what comes next.

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

[Read All About It · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a great ending to this nine book series. Happy endings and new beginnings to be had for all.

Terk and his family decide to settle into a old castle after all they have been trough to get where they are they all deserve happiness.

There is a bit of last minute trouble but nothing these men and women can’t handle.

[Rachael Bromley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was it for the end of the series. I knew going in it would be an up and down rollercoaster ride and it didn’t disappoint at all. In the last book we see the men and women move into a castle to be their compound. Security, electrics, water etc are things needing doing but Terk and Celia know it might not be an exhaustive list. A wild surprise for the rest of the women, a great day out, and the escapee that should have been locked up are the orders of the day. Even when they think it’s all over, they find it isn’t. Loved the character and the story and I am getting excited at the prospect of more books. Can’t fault this series and will keep you on the edge of the seat.

[Linda Whitacre · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the first book in this series I have read. That put me at a disadvantage because I missed 8 stories that explained the "how and why" these warriors became what they are now. In this 9th book of the series Terkel (Terk) is forming a new team of protectors, moving the entire team to England, and has bought a gigantic old abandoned castle to become their new headquarters. This story is filled with great characters who want to work together not only as teammates but as a large extended family. In fact, all of the team have their significant others with them, and all plan to live in the castle. These people are all “special”. They all have uncommon powers that are huge benefits in their positions. Terk, as the leader, is putting together this entire arrangement. Everyone has been recruited to help bring this dusty old relic into a livable state. Terk’s girlfriend Celia is helping but she is very pregnant with twins and is limited in what she can do so they bring in friends Emmaline and Charles who have massive skills to supervise this remodel. We are not talking about just drapes and couches but creating an armory, a jail, a medical facility, and bedrooms for 10 or 15 team members as well as updating all utilities. The list goes on and on… AND…While working to make this compound habitable they face invasions from criminals and assassins. I love the interaction of all the couples and especially love Charles and Emmaline. I received a free advanced copy of this story from Booksprout and am leaving my unbiased review. Linda

[TrishAM · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story brings to a close Dale Mayers fabulous "Terkels Team" series.
Terkels team were set up because of their special talents, each had a top military training but more importantly they each had individual psychic abilities.
Someone had tried to wipe out the team but using Terk's energy most of them had survived.
The team had moved their compound from a dingy warehouse on the outskirts of an English city to a castle in twenty acres of beautiful English countryside.
A lot needed doing to the castle to ensure it's security, two breaches had already been made, both with amusing results, and accommodation and amenities for the ever expanding team.
Terk's team were going to do black ops security missions and were hoping to get work from MI6 , their name was going to be Guardian Security.
It was lovely to see Levi and Ice and Bullard and his team helping out, there were going to be big changes in the teams family structure, they would need more staff to help run things at the castle and more team members.
This story ends with a lovely get together and leads seamlessly into a new series that I can't wait to read.

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

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

In Dale Mayer’s last Terkel book, the reader found out who was behind the constant attempts to obliterate his team. He also, finally, discovers why. Now Terk has made the decision to create his own security group utilizing the special energy that he and all of his agents specialize in.

This book illustrates the difficulties Terk encounters as he attempts to organize this new group. He buys a gigantic old castle that needs to be completely renovated. He must set it up so he will be able to offer state-of-the-art services to compete with other agencies. He also needs to set up advanced security to keep his agents and their families safe.

To do this, Terk sends for Levi and Bullard so they can use their own experiences to help him set up this new organization. He also sends for Charles, an old friend of his, and Charles’ friend Emmaline who completely takes over the renovation of the castle

Meanwhile, one of Terk’s attackers manages to escape and is after Terk for revenge. There is also a startling, but entertaining, side effect from having all of the agents’ energy together in one place that. However, you will need to read this book to find out what it is.

[Cheryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

The women hold their own in this one and then some! Yay women. Terkel and his group are back in England and have decided to purchase a castle for home base. The castle is the real deal, needing updates etc. He reaches out to Charles who suggests Emmeline. Emmeline is a force to be reckon with and agrees to the task. As the team gather and decide how to move forward with Levi and input from Bullard, Emmeline makes lists, phone calls and gets things going. In the midst of chaos they get the phone call from Jonas. Someone has escaped and guess who they are hunting? This book had lots of little surprises that enhanced the story line. I will say all that energy and occurring output.....well seemed at tad over the top, but maybe it was a way to bring joy into the whole team. There is suspense a feeling of family and a castle, come on - a castle. The ending was actually a lead in to a new book. Interesting! Thank you for the arc. I freely volunteer my thoughts and opinions. #terkelstriumpoh #dalemayer #valleypublishingltd #booksprout

[Linda Carlson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Terk & Celia

What a lovely, intricate ending to a fabulous series!

How fitting how this entire group sticks so close together like a very close family. They are together, but respect each other’s privacy, personal space and work so well together.

Just when you think they have things all figured out with Emmaline having the renovations under control, yep, the bad guys show up and here we go again! This group can’t seem to shake these guns for hire intent on causing chaos and determined to eliminate Terk and his team.

I love how this group bands together to set up their own private compound and make it fit both as a work place and a home for all the couples involved. A castle is so appropriate for this unique group of people and all the new happenings coming.

This story is full of mystery and suspense with action around every corner, it has been an exciting journey. The finale sets us up for the next anticipated series by this fabulous author and I can’t wait for the first book! Love this!

[CarolKat · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved Celia's reaction to the property Terk is considering for their compound. It's a castle complete with a moat. It's perfect really what with the team at a count of 19 including the unborn twins.

Charles has introduced his friend Emmaline who will be helping with organizing the renovations. She's quite the master at it. Charles would also be helping with the hiring of household staff.

All of Terk's team is there and of course one of the first things is security, Bullard can't be there so it's Levi, Stone, Merk and Rhodes who come to help out.

They're working with blueprints, but we all know that castles have all sorts of hidden things. It's one of these that causes an intruder to find a way in. Seems some contracts are still out there, even though there is no one to pay on them.

Plenty of construction, laughter, romance and some interesting side effects of all of Terk's team being together.

This is the perfect end for this series, although I'm sure we'll see them in other books helping out.

[Judy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Terkel’s Triumph by Dale Mayer
Terkel’s Team Series Book Nine
Charles, a longtime friend and helper to all connected with Levi and Ice, also MI6, has found the perfect place for Terkel’s team—a castle. Charles enlisted Emmeline, a longtime friend and widow to his best friend Dean, to help Terkel get the place in order. Old properties like this need a lot of work and help. And maybe, having Emmeline nearby is something Charles won’t mind either.
With the whole team at the castle in England, along with Merk, Levi, and a few others to help set up security, an armory, and everything needed to run a security operation—and keep those inside secure—Terk is doing this, starting their security business. Not to forget that he’s in a new relationship and will soon be the father of twin boys. Fun times.
This ends the story of the team’s struggles after their attack, but I’m hoping there will be more books with Terkel and his team.
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[Mandy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Terkel wants to pull the team together into their own compound but daunted by the task he asks Charles for help who then brings in his old friend Emmaline who has done similar projects before. Even Levi and Ice, plus Bullard get on the case helping where they can. Everything seems under control but a problem is on the way and while the priority is safety ad security it's hard to work out how everything works with so many energy workers together in one place - and there is one that it is far too late to stop and is going to be a big surprise!

I really enjoyed this story which pulled together the series into what appears to be a happy ending but then when are there not some complications on the way? I loved the name of the new company and can see that the next series is nicely lined up. Great descriptions of thoughts and emotions, it was easy to read and understand. A great ending to the series.

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

[JigsawGirl · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such a good ending to the drama Terkel and the team have been through. I would not say this book was a standalone because if you read it without reading any of the previous 8 books, you would lose so much information.

I found this book to by a more lighthearted, slightly humorous version of the other books in the series. Things have finally calmed down for the team, for the most part. They still get to deal with unfinished business.

I loved that all of the women were more involved in this book. There were some totally unexpected twists in the book. I enjoyed reading about what they needed to do and how to go about getting it done.

I was kind of sad that this was the last book. Then I was pleasantly surprised to find out a new series was being spun off from Terkel's team. The book didn't end in a cliffhanger, but there was still some personal business left to complete.

I voluntarily read and reviewed the Advanced Reader Copy of this book received via Booksprout.

[Wendy Hodges · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this, the scenic old castle, with so many levels and rooms, mysterious tunnels not even mapped. Old friends coming in to help and some new ones. Twists and surprises, such fun. Villains posing threats, well at least that's what they thought they were doing, but I had to chuckle at how that works out. It was great to have everyone together, getting to know each other and sort out who was doing what and where. This had its serious side but also some fun, I could just imagine all their faces at times. I felt it was a perfect way to close out the series and move it onto the next extended part of the story, I really love that it will continue much as Bullard, Levi and Badgers series have and that sometimes the characters overlap is always a bonus. I can't wait for more with Radar in the next book and Riff also sounds intense and interesting. Fabulous read.

[Jean · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book nine in The Terkel's Team Series and it is definitely a must read. Wow what a great ending to this amazing series. Terkel and his team have now moved from there old place into a castle in the English countryside but it needs a lot of work to not only make it liveable but also provide strong security to what has become a large group of friend's that has also become family. There are twists and turns along the way which is just what you would expect from Dale Mayer who certainly knows how to keep her reader's attention and on the edge of their seats. This book has great characters and a storyline that pulled you in and wouldn't let you go and I couldn't put it down as it was so addictive and a real page turner and I can't wait to read The New Terk's Guardian's series when it is released.

I Voluntarily Reviewed a Copy of This Book.

[Rhonda · Rating 4 out of 5]

WOW! Don't think any of us thought this wonderful series would wrap up this way. We knew going into this book Terk and Celia were doing extremely well as a couple and we heard his team was coming. Little did we know how much fun his
Team and their significant others would have in their new home in London.

There are surprises for every one and growth in physic skill development or usage. The book has a lot to offer: suspense, action-packed, twist and unpredictable turns, mystery, funny events, emotional events, intrigue, and romance.

I received a free copy of this book for an honest review. I would recommend this book to anybody who enjoys Military Romance, and Romance Suspense books Grab yourself a copy of the book, sit down, relax and have yourself a wonderful time.

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

[Debbie Caswell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am so sad to see the end of this series as I have loved how these men had to fight their way back to health and the strong women that helped them to do that

Now they are finally able to have a little peace or are they They have finally found the place that they want to call home a Scottish castle that should be a safe haven for them all but danger is still stalking them and it comes from a source that should have been ended. But a far greater surprise is about to hit them all because when you put so much energy in one place then strange things begin to happen The best thing is we get hints that a new series will follow as they get new members for the team so this isn't the end of Terkel and his men

[Di · Rating 4 out of 5]

Now that the threat to Terk’s team and each have found the “one”, the next step is setting up a base and with the help from a recurring character, Charles, who finds them a castle in Europe. With help from Charles and Emmaline, a long time friend of Charles’ they get on the task of righting the castle which is in dire need of repairs. With the group all present, men, women and children, all have a task to keep the each other safe, especially when someone from their past wants revenge.
A good read with a new romance blossoming on the sidelines, weddings, some suspense, surprises and seeing all the characters settled in their new home and the beginnings of a new series.
*I voluntarily read an advanced copy and expressed my honest opinion*

[Char Davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! This action packed suspense filled romance story.This story will pull you in and keep you ion the edge of your seats and the characters are captivating . Terk an Celia are in England driving for what seems like forever as they drive up a long driveway Demise eyes get big an she asks is this a castle? Terk says yes we will all be staying there and if we like it we will buy it as our home and operation of our business. This story has it all action,suspense,danger and psychic heroes and the women who captured their hearts.There are so many twists and turns you will be riveted until the very last page and leave you begging for more.I can hardly wait to see what's next by this multi talentedauthor.

[Paula · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed reading this suspense romance . Terkel and his team and their special ladies find a new home and location to run their business . But not without some twist and turns they do not expect . This story still has suspense and intrigue and it's all out fantastic . As they work to get their home and business set up they find themselves in some danger of course . They must all work together to stop the threats and start a new . This story has a wonderful combination of everything . I highly recommend taking the time to read .

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

[Tc · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the 9th and final book in the Terkel's Team series and the conclusion is awesome! Sorry to see the team finish but will it! Terkel with his team and their special ladies find a new home (a castle set on 20 acres) and location to run their business. As they work to get their home and business up and running they find that there is still danger, suspense, intrigue and quite a few twist and turns to navigate. They all work together to eliminate the threats and grab a new start. Never underestimate the power of some special ladies.

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

[Kari Hansen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Now that Terkel and his team have been reunited it is time for them to go back to the work that will allow them to utilize their very unique talents. They have found a place that will perfect for their purposes however there is a lot of work that must be done for it fulfill their needs. If that isn’t enough a threat from the past has returned with a vengeance to not only thwart their plans but threaten their lives as well.

This story allowed us to catch up with all the members of the team we have come to know and love and see them reunited and support each other through all the challenges that life continues to throw at them.

[Meg Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was more of a journey of Terk's desire for more. Now he had met Celia and found more of a connection than his twins she was carrying, he wanted to settle into something more permanent and safe for them and his team as well. If that sentence didn't perk your interest, well, it did grab me. So we see many together and the adventure has just begun. I found the story of the lives and connections interesting as well as the planning of their new home. The team is fascinating and changes happening to them adds to the fun. Good story, good characters, fun read.

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

[Fleur · Rating 4 out of 5]

Terkel, his team and all their partners are getting settled into their new head quarters which it turns out is a mission all on its on, thankfully due to Charles they have help and as an added bonus there are feelings between Charles and Emmeline.
I loved seeing what's happening with everyone since they found out who was after them and there are some surprises good and bad, but lots of good as well as some action and some good belly laughs leaving you excited to see what happens next for the team in their swanky new lear!.

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

[Melinda Swaine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dale Mayer is one of the best authors I have had the pleasure of reading, she spins her storylines around believable characters, and keeps you on the edge of your seat. Five star rating does not do this book/series justice. She really knocked it out of the park and is one you won't regret loosing a few hours of sleep reading. Captivating, moving, thrilling, sexy & suspenseful. What more could I ask for? Nothing as this book has everything I love in a unputdownable suspense romance read. Don’t walk but run and get this book and series right away. Call it an early Christmas present for yourself. You definitely want this in your library. So happy reading everyone

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh wow, this book won't disappoint you. I was glad to return to Terk and Celia's story so soon. I'm surprised they let her fly in her condition. Listening to all the guys and their women and how they interact is fantastic. It was good to hear from Charlie again as he helps them set up the castle over there. Of course there is some action, but the women are take no prisoners kind of gals. Loved the whole story. A must buy book. HEA. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Maria · Rating 4 out of 5]

Terkel’s Triumph is a quasi-romantic comedy, unlike the other books in this series. The team is reunited and dealing with the renovation and setup of the new compound when unexpected events intervene. The dynamics of the group and the interactions between the men and the women that are part of it create a vivid dialogue that keeps the narration flowing and interesting. The participation of members of the Levi’s and Bullard’s teams completes the cast. The result is a light and enjoyable tale that hints at new and intriguing developments in the next installments.

[Shannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the 9th book in the Terkel's Team series and it was wonderful to see the team all back together and starting afresh at their new castle headquarters. Great to see Charles again and we meet Emmaline, a good friend of Charles to help the team get up and running. Plenty of suspense flowing the crew and loved how they all pulled together to protect themselves. Loved the unexpected surprise at the end. Can't wait to read more in the Guardians series. Loved this series.

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

[Karen A. Haunert · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book existed only to set up a new series. It's otherwise pretty pointless. The idea of another bad guy is introduced, then completely ignored so the characters can engage in some comedy. Charles, a supporting player from several other Heroes for Hire novels, is given a romantic interest and it's implied that they will be supporting players in the new series. Nothing more dangerous happens than rehabbing a castle, working with budgets, catching two unambitious criminals, and planning a wedding. It was dull. And I like Dale Mayer's books.

[Dita · Rating 4 out of 5]

a 3.5 stars read.

This one is a prolonged epilogue from Terkel's Team series and a prequel for the new series.
It's an epilogue so it's full of fluffy stuff and it's full of how Terk's team settling down in this new compound and new family life. There's some action too and loveeeee those psychics powers in action. Felt a bit rushed here and there, too many fast-forward and stuf that I felt a bit weird, but still enjoy it nonetheless.
Overall it's just a fun light easy-to-read romantic suspense that's heavy in romance.