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Dirty Secrets

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A forbidden night of passion. She's his weakness, but he'll risk it all when it comes to her safety.

Zain Roman had sworn off women. Now a bitter divorcé, he no longer believed in the sanctity of marriage. Zain was only interested in having fun, with no strings attached. He was committed to his job in policing the streets and taking down bad guys as a member of the finest SWAT team in the state.

He loved his team, and when he lost a bet, he was man enough to pay up.

Salon owner Omara Knight knew she was playing with fire. One look at the officer sitting in her chair, and she knew she was intrigued. Omara had no time for a love life. She had a business to run and a son to raise.

Zain was a temptation she should avoid. Her sister warned her about him, but Omara never did as she was told.

There was something about a man in uniform that had her wanting to indulge in the sexy pleasures his eyes promised. One night was all she needed.

At least that's what she tried to tell herself.

Zain sensed Omara was hiding something, and when her past came back for her, he's willing to do everything in his power to keep her safe—even give her his heart, but will it be too late?

297 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 10, 2022

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Peyton Banks

63 books647 followers
USA TODAY Bestselling author Peyton Banks is the alter ego of a city girl who is a romantic at heart. Her mornings consist of coffee and daydreaming up the next steamy romance book ideas. She loves spinning romantic tales of hot alpha males and the women they love. She currently resides with her husband and children in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Profile Image for Kathryn.
628 reviews15 followers
August 30, 2024
OMG, this book was soooo good. I like how Zain and Omara's relationship developed. Absolutely loved all interactions he had with Jason.

Heat level was 🔥🔥🔥🔥. Can't wait for Jordan's book and in case the author reads this, I think a K-9 series would be awesome!!!! 🤭🤭🤭🤭
Profile Image for Martha Ruff.
771 reviews12 followers
May 29, 2022
Great Read

This was a great story. I don't remember reading the other books in the series except for book 1 so I'll have to go back and do a reread.
466 reviews
May 11, 2022
Protecting Your Love Ones

Another good read in this series that pulls you right into the antics and lives of the Special Weapons Team. Jordan the newest member of the team, is fierce, loyal and fits right in with the men of this unit. Zain is still getting over a bad divorce and not interested in being in a relationship... loses a bet to Jordan. He meets Omara and life as he knows it changes in more ways than one. I enjoyed the sister dynamic between Jordan and Omara and the bond she has with Jason. Love Zain he is sexy, protective and immediately gives Jason what he has been missing...... Omara too. Sparks fly and the steam sizzles. Read this latest book in the series.
8 reviews
May 18, 2022
Love after Abuse

Great Job Ms.Banks! I waited impatiently for this book after reading all the others in this series. And I was not disappointed. I love a great romance book with action and drama. This book had great characters that held my attention. I loved Zain and how he slowly changed from hurt and bitter feelings about relationships and marriage to being All in , with renewed hope of happy marriage. Omara took a lot of abuse from her Ex, who was a terrible father but Jason was a very smart son who could tell a good person from a crazy one. This book deserves way more than 5 ⭐️ but since I can only give it that! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Please continue the series with Jorden’s story. I believe she could handle it!!! I recommend this book to everyone!
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230 reviews
May 14, 2022
Taken Hostage By Love

Zain is a Law Enforcement Office aka LEO who is also a team member of SWAT. After being hurt by love before he tends to shy away from commitment. Omara has managed to end a bad & abusive marriage. She has a amazing hair shop & a son who needs a positive male role model. Zain & Omara meet & little sparks turn into a large flame. This was a excellent read. This is a amazing read & addition to the series. If this is your first book of the series please go read the others. 🥰
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287 reviews19 followers
May 15, 2022
I love them

This is probably the most sexy book in this series since the first one. This maybe my favorite in the whole series because the focus was on their growing love. This is the most emotional & intimate one. I've enjoyed the entire series. It's not easy to convey emotional love in books but this one nails it. I also like that their physical relationship started so early on because the format of always dragging it out is becoming redundant & isn't realistic when the attraction is described as intense. This had love, romance, humor & action. Perfect
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203 reviews1 follower
May 21, 2022
Dirty secrets

CPD S.W.A.T is at it again finding love and kicking a$$es. Zain never thought that after hi divorce he would find love again he thought his love life would be filled with party girls and one night stand, until he met the sassy and fierce Omar a Knight sister of his teammate. It wasn't suppose to turn into love but the heart knows what it wants. They want each other everyone else be damned. Main get to have his love and the kids he always wanted. Ready for Jordan's story.
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1,002 reviews27 followers
May 12, 2022
This was an ok addition to the SWAT series. Truthfully, I expected a more action packed book including the demon lords. since the gang is a recurring storyline in this series , I feel we still haven’t figure out the logistics behind the attacks on the SWAT members. I think the most exciting part of this book is the fact that I know that Jordan is getting sucked down and will be getting her own story.
Profile Image for Jacqui Brooks.
496 reviews7 followers
December 30, 2025
5 stars

SWAT officer Zain Roman had sworn off women after a bitter divorce. He meets Omara Knight (Jordan's sister) when he loses a bet to cut his hair.

Omara also had a bad breakup with her abusive ex-boyfriend. She wasn't interested in having a relationship. She wanted to run her hair salon business and raise her son. She just wanted one night with Zain.

One night turned into something more.
294 reviews
May 12, 2022
Excellent read

I loved the whole series and book 7 did not disappoint. I am waiting for Jordan's story. We were never told who abscess texting at the pub - hopefully that is an indication that she will get her own story. Also liked the sound of the Dog unit officer - hint. Overall excellent series
191 reviews
May 13, 2022
The Best

I can't say enough about the relationship between Omara and Zain. It was so nice how they fit so well together. I really enjoyed this book. Of course my favorite line is still S.W.A.T. let's hunt. Derrick, Omara's ex, was a piece of work. I did wish Omara was a little stronger when it came to dealing with Derrick.
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313 reviews2 followers
May 19, 2022
Mmmmmm!

I’ve enjoyed every last one of the books in this series! And Zain didn’t disappoint me! I don’t do spoilers so I’ll just say this…. Sit back and enjoy😉. Enjoy the love, support, camaraderie and family that the SWAT team shares. Enjoy the story of Zain and Omara and Jason. And I’m now looking forward to Jordan’s story🤞🏽🫰🏽
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2,444 reviews42 followers
May 22, 2022
So Good

I love this series. I finally got to read Zain story. After meeting Omora who is Jordan sister he was very attracted to her. Omora was attracted to Zain too. Once they got together it was on and popping. They belong together. Now all I need is to find out who is Jordan mystery man. Hopefully we are getting her story next. Very good book.
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50 reviews2 followers
June 23, 2022
All The Feels ❤️

OK, first let me say that I am anxiously awaiting book 8. Rhys has to be Jordan’s secret lover. Having said that, I absolutely loved this book. They were both two people who had horrible exes, yet they were able to find each other, find love and of course incredible sex. Please read this series. It’s amazing.
Profile Image for Wendy.
151 reviews1 follower
July 14, 2022
An excellent addition to the series. Loved Zain and Omara's story. Can't wait for Joedan's book. Although this can be read as a stand alone, I thoroughly recommend you read the previous books in the series starting with 'Dirty Tactics' . The whole series is fantastic, plenty of action and suspense to go along with the romance and passion. Well written with great characters.
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39 reviews
May 11, 2022
I loved this!!!

Omg you don’t know how long I’ve been waiting to read this and I couldn’t put it down! I loved the action and whew…these two had so much chemistry 🔥🔥🔥 I can’t wait for the next book. In the meantime I’m going to read this one again!
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56 reviews1 follower
May 13, 2022
ANOTHER HIT!! 👏🏽🔥👏🏽

This is another outstanding book in the Peyton Bands SWAT series. This book hits ALL of the marks: Interesting, mysterious, dramatic, funny, sexy, the good guys vs. the bad guys and most of all friendship, family, loyalty and love.
3 reviews
May 13, 2022
So good!!!!

The book was a page turner. I couldn't put it down. Love the book from beginning to end. The only thing was I needed Derrick to be hurt a lot more than jail. He needed a bullet.
54 reviews
May 19, 2022
Hot Hot Hot

Only one question, where is the next book? I love this story line , I’m so invested. Each character is well thought out and developed. Hot Heroes with big “guns”.
27 reviews
May 22, 2022
Love them


I love how when your not looking for love it always finds you. Zain is my boy for the beginning and Jordan is like hell no not my sister. But how she realize that Zain love her sis and Jason. Derrick should have gotten those hand from both they kept it professional lol.
Profile Image for Caroline.
128 reviews3 followers
May 24, 2022
Great story!

When Zain and Omara meet under funny circumstances, sparks fly between them. She's a single mom and he's a confirmed bachelor; both looking for a casual relationship. Instead, they find they're meant for each other.
377 reviews3 followers
June 6, 2022
Yay Zain!

So happy that Zain finally got his happy ending with Omara and her son, Jason. It was worth the wait. Can't wait to read more about their lives through Jordan's story. ❤️❤️❤️
787 reviews3 followers
July 5, 2022
Zain and Omar’s

A bet from his co-worker, which he lost led him to find the love of a lifetime! Zain sworn off love and Omara was reluctant to fall in love again after her ex! There one night stand turned into a whirl wind romance! A good read!
Profile Image for Betty.
590 reviews
July 10, 2022
Omara snagged Zain, but not all approved!

Why do people think they know more about a person's heart than that person! Why do men decide to step up when a woman finds another? If you cannot be what someone needs, when they need it, then stay out of the way! Find your niche elsewhere!
Profile Image for Courtney.
1,028 reviews22 followers
December 2, 2022
More like 3.5 stars! The steamy scenes were of course great, but it seemed very insta-love ish and quick plot. But still all around great! It just didn’t hold my attention as much as I would have liked.
7 reviews
September 17, 2023
Excellent!!!

I am looking forward to hopefully a book 8 with Jordan's story and happy ending. I couldn't put book 7 or 8 down, and spent my second Saturday in a row, blowing off my obligations and burying my nose in these books all day.

They keep you on the edge of your seat!!
1,586 reviews2 followers
August 18, 2024
Good

Another excellent instalment in this enjoyable series. Great storytelling with lovely characters. Not sure which of these hunks to have as my book boyfriend such nice choices to have 😘.
Profile Image for Tressa Stevenson.
57 reviews
May 11, 2022
Loved it

I love the whole series great book definitely would recommend you read all of them plz tell Jordon is gonna book to can't wait to read it one of my new favorite author
Profile Image for Nancy  L Thompson.
2,158 reviews15 followers
May 15, 2022
Dirty Secrets???

I wouldn't call her secrets dirty. This was a pretty good story. I liked the characters. Can't wait to read the last book in this series
130 reviews
May 16, 2022
SWAT is hot!!!

Good catching with guys again. Really liked Zain and Omara's relaionship. And Zain's relationship with Jason. Can't wait fo Jordan's story.
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