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Trident Rescue #1
Enemy Zone
know all about guys like Cullen Hunt.
Gorgeous. Wealthy. Powerful.
I just fled New York to escape one.
But when I reach Colorado, it’s either take a job at Cullen’s Trident Rescue or become homeless.
And Cullen? He’s worse than I thought.
Controlling. Demanding. Jerk.
A grenade always teetering on the edge.
He’s also hot as sin and makes my toes curl.
I hate that I dream about him.
Kissing me, holding me.
He has dreams as well.
Nightmares that only I can tame.
I know all about guys like Cullen Hunt.
I’m smart enough to stay away.
Aren’t I?
Amazon top-hundred author Alex Lidell delivers a page-turning enemy-to-lovers stand-alone romance, with a spunky heroine, a powerful Navy SEAL, and heart-wrenching PTSD that only love can heal.
Enemy Zone is the first book of the Trident Rescue Series, which follows a group of Navy SEALs who return home to Denton Valley, Colorado, and start a search and rescue team called Trident Rescue. The books can be read in any order.
Gorgeous. Wealthy. Powerful.
I just fled New York to escape one.
But when I reach Colorado, it’s either take a job at Cullen’s Trident Rescue or become homeless.
And Cullen? He’s worse than I thought.
Controlling. Demanding. Jerk.
A grenade always teetering on the edge.
He’s also hot as sin and makes my toes curl.
I hate that I dream about him.
Kissing me, holding me.
He has dreams as well.
Nightmares that only I can tame.
I know all about guys like Cullen Hunt.
I’m smart enough to stay away.
Aren’t I?
Amazon top-hundred author Alex Lidell delivers a page-turning enemy-to-lovers stand-alone romance, with a spunky heroine, a powerful Navy SEAL, and heart-wrenching PTSD that only love can heal.
Enemy Zone is the first book of the Trident Rescue Series, which follows a group of Navy SEALs who return home to Denton Valley, Colorado, and start a search and rescue team called Trident Rescue. The books can be read in any order.
298 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 27, 2020
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Alex Lidell
77 books1,783 followersAlex Lidell is the Amazon Breakout Novel Awards finalist author of THE CADET OF TILDOR (Penguin) and several Amazon Top 100 Kindle Bestsellers, including the POWER OF FIVE romance series. She is an avid horseback rider who believes in eating dessert first. She writes as both Alex Lidell and A.L. Lidell.
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January 13, 2021
This book is a wild ride from start to finish. Enemy Zone was my first read by Alex Lidell, but it definitely won’t be my last. I’ve already picked up
The Power of Five
on Kindle Unlimited and I have my reading booked for the next little while. 🤓
Alex Lidell has an engaging and personable writing style that immediately drew me into the world she's created. She gradually builds characters' backstories, and I personally loved how well she paces the action amid the romance. I related to Skylar on a personal level, despite us coming from completely different backgrounds. That, in my book, is a sign of a talented writer. Skylar is a tenacious and ambitious reporter. She has a dark past, and she’s moved to Denton Valley for a fresh start at the only place that will hire her after a mysterious career-ending event that occurred in New York. The book has just enough of her personal life to keep me interested and intrigued (I love reading about heroines’ horrible living situations, for some dark and twisted reason. The more vermin, the better), and the plot unfolds in an intriguing and engaging way.
Skylar’s chapters are written in the first person present tense. We get scenes from Cullen’s point of view as well, but they’re in third person past tense. At first, this was odd to me, but I did get used to it after a while. It helped to distinguish between their voices, as I was never confused about whose point of view I was reading, which can happen with other approaches to multi-POV books.
Enemy Zone isn’t just another romantic suspense book. There are some important topical themes presented, particularly the “boys will be boys” mentality and the way that military men tend to stick together. Not going to lie, but I got the “Boys will be Boys” Dua Lipa song stuck in my head on more than one occasion while reading this book. I love the way that this theme is handled in this novel, but I won’t give any spoilers by saying more than that.
Both Skylar and Cullen have the perfect amount of angsty backstory. It doesn’t feel over the top, but it perfectly explains why they are the way that they are. They have a lot more in common than is immediately obvious in the beginning of the book. They're both strong-willed, yet vulnerable. They’re both independent, but clearly need someone to lean on during more difficult times. They fit each other perfectly, even if they can’t stand each other at first.
Enemy Zone
is definitely a slow burn romance (despite their initial attraction that is clouded by their hatred of one another), but when their fire finally ignites, it’s totally worth it!
I enjoyed getting to know the other “Trident Gods” in this book, and I’m eager to read their love stories!
*Thank you to Magic Pen Book Tours for the arc to review!*
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October 18, 2020
Skylar Reynolds has had experience with military vets, her father and ex-fiance were enough to make her want to keep far away from them. When her life is upended and the only journalism job she can get is in Colorado, writing for a sleezy tabloid, she runs into Cullen Hunt, the absolute worst example of the type of man she wants to avoid - demanding, controlling and totally hot. Of course it ends up she has to take a job working for the man at Trident Rescue, or face living on the street. Cullen is battling his own demons and doesn’t need a spunky, gorgeous strawberry blond getting in his way, giving him all kinds of sass, and making him want what he can’t have. There is danger, drama, a plot to harm and/or discredit Cullen, a group of hunky Navy SEALS who stick together, and some hot, steamy romance when these two damaged people stop fighting and find that they can’t stay away from each other. The rest of the team will get their stories told and I can’t wait to read them.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 19, 2021
Skimmed about 50% because i just couldn't connect with the story!
October 25, 2021
The author interchangeably used the first and last names of the characters. I’d have to go back and figure out who was who for the first few chapters. Eventually, the names stick, but it slowed the reading at first.
There are also a few stilted sentences that just don’t read smoothly….
Cullen had too many things fucked up with him to be fair to subject a partner to.
Overall, readability is above par. I think it’s because the author does something unusual in mixing third and first POV. It’s not done as a framing device here, such as “The Lovely Bones.” It’s random, but it feels natural within the author’s storytelling. It ends up being well done from a technical writing standpoint.
What pushed this book into two-star territory is story progression, character development, and wrapping everything up neatly.
The MMC is such a grumpy grizzly that his dialogue is very curt and hard. The author breaks that up with a more creative and very slightly whimsical voice for the FMC…
“I guess I should be glad to have finally seen the man’s true colors, even if he himself doesn’t see anything wrong with his paint scheme.”
Eventually, the MMC gains a slightly more playful and seductive voice, but he remains a man of few words for most of the book. His main storyline is living with PTSD and hesitating to allow the FMC into his inner circle. PTSD is a huge theme in the book, but there’s NOTHING in the arc r/t HOW he suddenly just says f’it and decides to keep her despite how he feels about himself.
I immediately like the FMC. She states the facts of her life, and they’re somewhat depressing, but she also remains positive. She notices the bullshit, gives herself a moment to feel bad, but she pulls her big girl panties on and deals. In other words, she comes across as real, not contrived strength or wallow. She is the flip side of the PTSD coin, having been physically abused by her father and in a past relationship with a hot tempered vet. Sadly, her character development stops midstream. There’s zero in the arc of her decision to say f’it and keep him despite her past.
The storyline is on the brink of being pretty damn good. Each plot device is interesting and has a heavy buildup, but I don’t feel any ever peak and have a thorough resolve. Example… the FMC and MMC skirt all around her traumatic past. He does a background history getting the basics of it, but THEY never discuss it. THEY never have that big convo of her past IRT his PTSD. It’s all glossed over for a HEA. Even their big moment of transitioning from scratching sexual itches to MORE is glossed over - ‘oh, hey, let’s be together all in’ kinda thing. No swoon. No laying it all out. Eh, I was disappointed in how the arcs flopped just short of peaking and taking me downhill to the HEA.
While everything was technically wrapped up by the end, not leaving plot holes, some of the plot just came out of nowhere. Example… her love of journalism just disappearing to completely change life course by the end without any explanation.
Bottom line…
I feel like this book injects you with a case of poison ivy, leaving you itching for the story to develop and take life toward a resolution. The author scratches all around the sore spots but doesn’t ever hit the spots that need attention and soothing. I feel like I’ve read a very, very long rough draft that didn’t have the fleshing out done to it before slapping an ending on it.
2.5 stars
There are also a few stilted sentences that just don’t read smoothly….
Cullen had too many things fucked up with him to be fair to subject a partner to.
Overall, readability is above par. I think it’s because the author does something unusual in mixing third and first POV. It’s not done as a framing device here, such as “The Lovely Bones.” It’s random, but it feels natural within the author’s storytelling. It ends up being well done from a technical writing standpoint.
What pushed this book into two-star territory is story progression, character development, and wrapping everything up neatly.
The MMC is such a grumpy grizzly that his dialogue is very curt and hard. The author breaks that up with a more creative and very slightly whimsical voice for the FMC…
“I guess I should be glad to have finally seen the man’s true colors, even if he himself doesn’t see anything wrong with his paint scheme.”
Eventually, the MMC gains a slightly more playful and seductive voice, but he remains a man of few words for most of the book. His main storyline is living with PTSD and hesitating to allow the FMC into his inner circle. PTSD is a huge theme in the book, but there’s NOTHING in the arc r/t HOW he suddenly just says f’it and decides to keep her despite how he feels about himself.
I immediately like the FMC. She states the facts of her life, and they’re somewhat depressing, but she also remains positive. She notices the bullshit, gives herself a moment to feel bad, but she pulls her big girl panties on and deals. In other words, she comes across as real, not contrived strength or wallow. She is the flip side of the PTSD coin, having been physically abused by her father and in a past relationship with a hot tempered vet. Sadly, her character development stops midstream. There’s zero in the arc of her decision to say f’it and keep him despite her past.
The storyline is on the brink of being pretty damn good. Each plot device is interesting and has a heavy buildup, but I don’t feel any ever peak and have a thorough resolve. Example… the FMC and MMC skirt all around her traumatic past. He does a background history getting the basics of it, but THEY never discuss it. THEY never have that big convo of her past IRT his PTSD. It’s all glossed over for a HEA. Even their big moment of transitioning from scratching sexual itches to MORE is glossed over - ‘oh, hey, let’s be together all in’ kinda thing. No swoon. No laying it all out. Eh, I was disappointed in how the arcs flopped just short of peaking and taking me downhill to the HEA.
While everything was technically wrapped up by the end, not leaving plot holes, some of the plot just came out of nowhere. Example… her love of journalism just disappearing to completely change life course by the end without any explanation.
Bottom line…
I feel like this book injects you with a case of poison ivy, leaving you itching for the story to develop and take life toward a resolution. The author scratches all around the sore spots but doesn’t ever hit the spots that need attention and soothing. I feel like I’ve read a very, very long rough draft that didn’t have the fleshing out done to it before slapping an ending on it.
2.5 stars
January 9, 2021
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion. I was not compensated in anyway for my thoughts and opinions.
4 Reasons why this book is worth 4 Stars:
Cullen is the perfect alphahole. You know the one we all love to hate. Incredibly domineering, controlling and arrogant. Obviously masking a deep dark hurt with his overly gruff attitude. And as always if you stick in there with the alphaholes you always get rewarded for your determination with an epic character with which you fall in love with and can see yourself pining over for months to come.
As any good story with an ex-vet the author touches on some PTSD and this was done tastefully without feeling overdone and gimicky.
There is some epically explosive chemistry between Cullen and Sky. It makes for very entertaining reading, and as always its so fun to watch their journey from I hate your guts, to I hate that I want your guts, to I want to jump your bones and then obviously our happily ever after.
I always prefer a romance to be told from more that one P.O.V. Its so unfulfilling sometimes if you only get it from the FMC because its really interesting to see how their both work through their feelings and issues.
1 Reason why we missed out on our 1 star.
Sky could have been a bit more likeable. She is an interesting character that shows so much potential and promise but at times she came across as a bit wishy washy.
This was an amazing read that was in the end really hard to put down. I would highly recommend. Yet again another reason Why I Can’t Stop Reading.
4 Reasons why this book is worth 4 Stars:
Cullen is the perfect alphahole. You know the one we all love to hate. Incredibly domineering, controlling and arrogant. Obviously masking a deep dark hurt with his overly gruff attitude. And as always if you stick in there with the alphaholes you always get rewarded for your determination with an epic character with which you fall in love with and can see yourself pining over for months to come.
As any good story with an ex-vet the author touches on some PTSD and this was done tastefully without feeling overdone and gimicky.
There is some epically explosive chemistry between Cullen and Sky. It makes for very entertaining reading, and as always its so fun to watch their journey from I hate your guts, to I hate that I want your guts, to I want to jump your bones and then obviously our happily ever after.
I always prefer a romance to be told from more that one P.O.V. Its so unfulfilling sometimes if you only get it from the FMC because its really interesting to see how their both work through their feelings and issues.
1 Reason why we missed out on our 1 star.
Sky could have been a bit more likeable. She is an interesting character that shows so much potential and promise but at times she came across as a bit wishy washy.
This was an amazing read that was in the end really hard to put down. I would highly recommend. Yet again another reason Why I Can’t Stop Reading.
December 10, 2020
I love everything and anything Alex Lidell. So of course I jumped at the chance to read this. However, I was very surprised that I really, really, didn't like the heroine for about 3/4 of the book. This caught me by surprise because I LOVE the heroines that Alex writes! With the Power of Five and Immortals of Talonswood (Lera and Sam) I loved them from the beginning and was there cheering them on as they grew. But for some reason this did not happen Sky, the exact opposite happened. I loved Cullen from the beginning! I'm not sure why, maybe because I don't really like journalist heroines or it was something else. Not really sure, but I liked this more because I grew to like Sky and the person she became. For me, it also made her more real for me in a way because although I didn't like her in the beginning, she earned my respect as a character. As for Cullen, he's such a great hero, and I have soft spots for military guys. Other than that, I really enjoyed this book and I hope she writes more books in this book-universe because I would read them! I want to know what happens to Cullen and the rest of the Trident's!! I'm really invested in these characters so I would love to read more about them.
Overall: 5/5
Overall: 5/5
January 13, 2021
Skylar has been around military men her whole life. First with her abusive father, and then her ex-fiancé. So when she happens upon a scene of an accident for work, she is hesitant around the EMT agent on scene. His military haircut gives him away and she is a reporter there to do a job.
However starting over in a new city costs money, and her misogynist boss is barely paying her. So when an ad for a dispatcher catches her eye, she applies. It can’t be the same company he works for right?
While working for Cullen sets off so many feelings in Skylar, she also sets off a sense of calm and protectiveness in Cullen, who suffers from PTSD.
This book tackles a lot of really tough subjects like PTSD, domestic violence, attempted assault, assault, victim blaming, violence, and journalistic integrity. Tied into that is healing, family, a sense of justice, self-defense, and a whole lot of steam!
The ending gives you a sense of fairness, and resolution. You also have a sense of hope and love.
Overall this book takes you on a journey. From traumas of the past, to building trust, accepting help, and seeking justice. I look forward to the next in the series.
I received a free copy from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
However starting over in a new city costs money, and her misogynist boss is barely paying her. So when an ad for a dispatcher catches her eye, she applies. It can’t be the same company he works for right?
While working for Cullen sets off so many feelings in Skylar, she also sets off a sense of calm and protectiveness in Cullen, who suffers from PTSD.
This book tackles a lot of really tough subjects like PTSD, domestic violence, attempted assault, assault, victim blaming, violence, and journalistic integrity. Tied into that is healing, family, a sense of justice, self-defense, and a whole lot of steam!
The ending gives you a sense of fairness, and resolution. You also have a sense of hope and love.
Overall this book takes you on a journey. From traumas of the past, to building trust, accepting help, and seeking justice. I look forward to the next in the series.
I received a free copy from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
April 12, 2023
I wasn't expecting the high emotional pull of this story or the complex characters that I found within the pages of this book but I'm pleasantly surprised!
Cullen is an ex-SEAL and Skylar is an aspiring investigative journalist. The two are as different as night and day but their chemistry is off the charts hot. Not even a really bad first impression that dogs their every encounter can put a damper on the sparks between them.
The first person POV from Skylar and the third person POV when it switched to Cullen took a little bit of getting used but the story was so well written and fast paced that I really didn't waste any time over analyzing it.
With Cullen's PTSD, Skylar's dark past, both dealing with emotional trauma, an intriguing group of side characters that demand their own stories and baddies trying to mentally break them down, this story kept me hooked until the end.
I wasn't crazy about the hot and cold treatment between the MCs at the beginning but it did lend a more credible feel to the story, especially once you get more back story for both Cullen and Skylar. To say their baggage makes for twisty complications, it would be understatement. But this also let you see how attuned they both were to each other and their issues and how willing they both were to be there for the other, supporting and protecting each other.
The smexy times are 10/10 crazy OTT but some of the best I've read in a while. On the purely romance scale, this one was a little on the low side but there is no denying the blazing emotional connection that the MCs share. There is definitely love between them but it's not in the poetic declarations and flowers kind of way. Their relationship is more along the carnal and soul baring way.
Favorite Moments/Quotes:
Skylar meeting Jaz, this girl is every girl's dream BFF. I'm definitely curious to see if she and Liam have their own enemy-to-lovers story in the works.
Skylar and Cullen working together to beat the jerks at their own game. Not only with despicable Frank but especially Jaden. Finally some believable justice is served and the drama surrounding it all was flawlessly executed.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this book (Kindle Purchase). All thoughts and opinions are my own.
SAFETY INFO:
Cullen is an ex-SEAL and Skylar is an aspiring investigative journalist. The two are as different as night and day but their chemistry is off the charts hot. Not even a really bad first impression that dogs their every encounter can put a damper on the sparks between them.
Before this moment, I would have sworn that being murderously furious and ridiculously horny were two utterly conflicting sensations, but my body is proving that wrong.
The first person POV from Skylar and the third person POV when it switched to Cullen took a little bit of getting used but the story was so well written and fast paced that I really didn't waste any time over analyzing it.
With Cullen's PTSD, Skylar's dark past, both dealing with emotional trauma, an intriguing group of side characters that demand their own stories and baddies trying to mentally break them down, this story kept me hooked until the end.
I wasn't crazy about the hot and cold treatment between the MCs at the beginning but it did lend a more credible feel to the story, especially once you get more back story for both Cullen and Skylar. To say their baggage makes for twisty complications, it would be understatement. But this also let you see how attuned they both were to each other and their issues and how willing they both were to be there for the other, supporting and protecting each other.
The smexy times are 10/10 crazy OTT but some of the best I've read in a while. On the purely romance scale, this one was a little on the low side but there is no denying the blazing emotional connection that the MCs share. There is definitely love between them but it's not in the poetic declarations and flowers kind of way. Their relationship is more along the carnal and soul baring way.
Favorite Moments/Quotes:
Skylar meeting Jaz, this girl is every girl's dream BFF. I'm definitely curious to see if she and Liam have their own enemy-to-lovers story in the works.
Skylar and Cullen working together to beat the jerks at their own game. Not only with despicable Frank but especially Jaden. Finally some believable justice is served and the drama surrounding it all was flawlessly executed.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this book (Kindle Purchase). All thoughts and opinions are my own.
SAFETY INFO:
November 16, 2020
*I received a free copy of this book which I voluntarily chose to write an honest review for.
OMG this book is totally fantabulous!! We meet Sky as she is pretty much broke looking for a new job after her life took a nasty turn back in New York. Being sent on assignment as a reporter for her part time job she has her first run in with Trident Rescue and it does not go well. So imagine her surprise when she is called to a job interview only to find the meanest one would be her boss. Cullen is determined to not like her but no matter what he does he finds himself drawn to her. It doesn't help that he is retired SEAL with PTSD and her past experience with military people has not been good. Makes for one doozy of a romance that will keep you hooked from start to finish. I love how she handles the whole PTSD thing in a respectful yet realistic manner. A total must read in my opinion. I totally loved it so I give it 5/5 stars.
OMG this book is totally fantabulous!! We meet Sky as she is pretty much broke looking for a new job after her life took a nasty turn back in New York. Being sent on assignment as a reporter for her part time job she has her first run in with Trident Rescue and it does not go well. So imagine her surprise when she is called to a job interview only to find the meanest one would be her boss. Cullen is determined to not like her but no matter what he does he finds himself drawn to her. It doesn't help that he is retired SEAL with PTSD and her past experience with military people has not been good. Makes for one doozy of a romance that will keep you hooked from start to finish. I love how she handles the whole PTSD thing in a respectful yet realistic manner. A total must read in my opinion. I totally loved it so I give it 5/5 stars.
January 6, 2021
RTC but I enjoyed it a lot
August 26, 2021
Series like this are cheesy but damn am I sucker for an enemies to lovers romance. Sue me.
April 28, 2022
2.5/5
Yeah, another one. I dunno, I wish it was better and certain topics were covered better.
Yeah, another one. I dunno, I wish it was better and certain topics were covered better.
September 14, 2022
I really wanted to love this book and as for the story itself, I did! Skylar is running away from her life after some events forced her hand, and Cullen is a surly, billionaire, ex-SEAL with a list of his own issues.
Their attraction and chemistry is strong.
This would have been a 4 Star read for if the WHOLE BOOK WAS IN 1st PERSON POV. Unfortunately, Skylar's POV was in 1st person and Cullen's was in 3rd. I have hard time connecting with characters and the story in 3rd person books. I love dual POVs, but not like this. I wish it would have been posted in the description or somewhere. I always check out the samples or previews before reading to see what view point I'll be reading...this one tricked me because it starts on Skylar.
Due to this, as much and I would like to read the read of the Trident's stories, I won't be.
Their attraction and chemistry is strong.
This would have been a 4 Star read for if the WHOLE BOOK WAS IN 1st PERSON POV. Unfortunately, Skylar's POV was in 1st person and Cullen's was in 3rd. I have hard time connecting with characters and the story in 3rd person books. I love dual POVs, but not like this. I wish it would have been posted in the description or somewhere. I always check out the samples or previews before reading to see what view point I'll be reading...this one tricked me because it starts on Skylar.
Due to this, as much and I would like to read the read of the Trident's stories, I won't be.
November 24, 2024
I borrowed Enemy Zone ~ Trident Rescue ~ Book 1, by A.L Lidell, author from the Kindle Unlimited Program.
Cullen Hunt, retired Navy SEAL and CEO to Trident Rescue is a many sided man with a problem, he suffers from PTSD from his time in the service. Skylar Reynolds is new in town, a journalist working part time and needs a second job.
The twists and turns in Enemy Zone starts with a second job at Trident Rescue, an incident where Skylar is on site of a story unfolding and faces violence, a rescue, a lying editor, a theft of Cullen's medication and a trap and lots of action to make this enemy to lovers romance a very good one.
Cullen Hunt, retired Navy SEAL and CEO to Trident Rescue is a many sided man with a problem, he suffers from PTSD from his time in the service. Skylar Reynolds is new in town, a journalist working part time and needs a second job.
The twists and turns in Enemy Zone starts with a second job at Trident Rescue, an incident where Skylar is on site of a story unfolding and faces violence, a rescue, a lying editor, a theft of Cullen's medication and a trap and lots of action to make this enemy to lovers romance a very good one.
April 26, 2025
It’s Okay
This story is cluttered, a tad long in tooth, but it is setting up of series. There’s a boatload of dangling carrots here and a lot blindly far fetched.
5 guys attend attend military academy, go into service together, 4 come home, 3 are from wealthy backgrounds. All 4 ultra wealthy ex soldiers settle their conglomerates in a small backwoods town, enter abused & betrayed but very sassy Skylar.
Spoiler Alert 🚨
Liam & Jax’s book is last in the series that’s too much of a slow burn for my taste, so I most likely won’t finish this series.
But I will try Eli’s story and see if it settles better
This story is cluttered, a tad long in tooth, but it is setting up of series. There’s a boatload of dangling carrots here and a lot blindly far fetched.
5 guys attend attend military academy, go into service together, 4 come home, 3 are from wealthy backgrounds. All 4 ultra wealthy ex soldiers settle their conglomerates in a small backwoods town, enter abused & betrayed but very sassy Skylar.
Spoiler Alert 🚨
Liam & Jax’s book is last in the series that’s too much of a slow burn for my taste, so I most likely won’t finish this series.
But I will try Eli’s story and see if it settles better
January 23, 2022
So strange that her chapters were first person, and his chapters were 3rd person. The story was okay- From the description I expected more story..it was disorganized and then boom, they slept together. She’s afraid of him one chapter and all up on him the next? It doesn’t work like that, even in fiction.
April 11, 2022
The writing is very juvenile, cliche, and boring. The sentences have no intelligence in them. I'm not even sure what grade level this is written at. Over generalizations about the military and medicine that seem disrespectful to those in the field. There is the important subject of PTSD in this book, but the author did it no justice.
May 14, 2022
Alpha apparently means...
In this book, "Alpha" apparently means a**hole. The main lead character is a jerk from the beginning, even before he was off his meds. To be honest, the good guys aren't all that much different from the bad ones as far as their everyday interactions with the main females character. Not for me.
In this book, "Alpha" apparently means a**hole. The main lead character is a jerk from the beginning, even before he was off his meds. To be honest, the good guys aren't all that much different from the bad ones as far as their everyday interactions with the main females character. Not for me.
August 2, 2022
Not too shabby, actually
It was baffling that author Alex Lidells opted to write the heroine in first-person and the hero in third. It was weird for sure, but I got used to it. There were some irritating clichés, which was plainly evident even by the premises alone: hot, overprotective rich guys and gorgeously perfect women who are pretty much meant to be damsels in distress, fleeing from the clutches of cartoonishly exaggerated "villains." Seriously, there's even a moment where the heroine (Sky) waits in her car for three hours on the hero's (Cullen) property because it won't start. Has she never heard of an Uber or a Lyft? Nah. Better to have the hero discover her so he can "rescue" her from her dilemma. It was the most unrealistically dumb rescue, the first of several rescues (though not all of them dumb, of course).
Overall, Sky and Cullen were likable enough, though nothing to really write home about. I particularly loved the verbal sparring shared between them. I gravitate heavily towards enemies-to-lovers romances that aren't cookie-cutter, so the more squabbles the better. It was honestly a bit of a shock that these two didn't IMMEDIATELY jump in the sack, as so many romance authors often write. In this case, though, the author gives Sky and Cullen time to interact, which by default gives ME time to get to know them. That isn't to say that it wouldn't have been nice if Cullen and Sky had NOT gotten prematurely aroused within a few seconds of meeting each other, though.
Because yeah, it would have been GREAT to read characters who don't continually dwell on what their genitals are doing, even if the circumstances are unpleasant for them. I rolled my eyes whenever Sky talked about thigh-clenching and wet panties. I mean, once, maybe twice? Fine. Whatever. But the woman CONSTANTLY talked about it. Cullen ain't in the clear either. At the rate he's going, he should have a pole in his pants just from walking around. It's a very fine line to walk in these stories, characters who are only lusting and I'm supposed to believe it's love. Fortunately, this story didn't QUITE come across that way, as it definitely felt like the author genuinely wanted to develop her characters. The inevitable sex scenes, while needlessly drawn-out, didn't feel forced or awkwardly placed, which is appreciated.
Honestly, what saved this book for me was the literal pacing of the entire thing and the several ways it DIDN'T adhere to OTHER clichés (sparce, but still there nevertheless). The story might have been a tad flimsy and the villainy comical, but it was a story that kept my interest, thanks to mostly intriguing characters and smart/witty dialogue. It took its time shaping up into something tangible and believable, and didn't feel like some cheap, throwaway romance. The PTSD plot point was well-fleshed out and was sorta heart-breaking. This is my first read by this author, (always a gamble with romances), so it was a bit of a relief that my several grumblings amounted to pretty much nothing in the end. I wasn't bored, and that's usually ALWAYS a plus.
Most importantly of all, I'm interested in continuing on in the series. So, I guess in a sense, this book managed to do its job well enough to keep me coming back for more (which I'm already doing with book 2 now). I shall tread cautiously, though. Plenty of series I read (be them romantic or not) very often tend to falter on their runs, becoming painfully formulaic to the point of getting me to not really care as much. There have also been series that get better as they go along. We shall see what trek this series will put me on.
It was baffling that author Alex Lidells opted to write the heroine in first-person and the hero in third. It was weird for sure, but I got used to it. There were some irritating clichés, which was plainly evident even by the premises alone: hot, overprotective rich guys and gorgeously perfect women who are pretty much meant to be damsels in distress, fleeing from the clutches of cartoonishly exaggerated "villains." Seriously, there's even a moment where the heroine (Sky) waits in her car for three hours on the hero's (Cullen) property because it won't start. Has she never heard of an Uber or a Lyft? Nah. Better to have the hero discover her so he can "rescue" her from her dilemma. It was the most unrealistically dumb rescue, the first of several rescues (though not all of them dumb, of course).
Overall, Sky and Cullen were likable enough, though nothing to really write home about. I particularly loved the verbal sparring shared between them. I gravitate heavily towards enemies-to-lovers romances that aren't cookie-cutter, so the more squabbles the better. It was honestly a bit of a shock that these two didn't IMMEDIATELY jump in the sack, as so many romance authors often write. In this case, though, the author gives Sky and Cullen time to interact, which by default gives ME time to get to know them. That isn't to say that it wouldn't have been nice if Cullen and Sky had NOT gotten prematurely aroused within a few seconds of meeting each other, though.
Because yeah, it would have been GREAT to read characters who don't continually dwell on what their genitals are doing, even if the circumstances are unpleasant for them. I rolled my eyes whenever Sky talked about thigh-clenching and wet panties. I mean, once, maybe twice? Fine. Whatever. But the woman CONSTANTLY talked about it. Cullen ain't in the clear either. At the rate he's going, he should have a pole in his pants just from walking around. It's a very fine line to walk in these stories, characters who are only lusting and I'm supposed to believe it's love. Fortunately, this story didn't QUITE come across that way, as it definitely felt like the author genuinely wanted to develop her characters. The inevitable sex scenes, while needlessly drawn-out, didn't feel forced or awkwardly placed, which is appreciated.
Honestly, what saved this book for me was the literal pacing of the entire thing and the several ways it DIDN'T adhere to OTHER clichés (sparce, but still there nevertheless). The story might have been a tad flimsy and the villainy comical, but it was a story that kept my interest, thanks to mostly intriguing characters and smart/witty dialogue. It took its time shaping up into something tangible and believable, and didn't feel like some cheap, throwaway romance. The PTSD plot point was well-fleshed out and was sorta heart-breaking. This is my first read by this author, (always a gamble with romances), so it was a bit of a relief that my several grumblings amounted to pretty much nothing in the end. I wasn't bored, and that's usually ALWAYS a plus.
Most importantly of all, I'm interested in continuing on in the series. So, I guess in a sense, this book managed to do its job well enough to keep me coming back for more (which I'm already doing with book 2 now). I shall tread cautiously, though. Plenty of series I read (be them romantic or not) very often tend to falter on their runs, becoming painfully formulaic to the point of getting me to not really care as much. There have also been series that get better as they go along. We shall see what trek this series will put me on.
October 28, 2020
Enemy Zone is the first book in the contemporary romance Trident Rescue series by author Alex Lidell. I have read several of Alex's paranormal and fantasy series, but this is the first time I am reading a contemporary series by her, and I have to say Enemy Zone was just as magically as her fantasy series! I completely loved this book! It is my favorite contemporary romance read of the year! (even though it doesn't release until 2021) I loved everything about this book- I loved the characters, I loved their chemistry and romance and I loved the Trident Rescue guys. I can't wait for the next book in the series. I am super bummed that I will probably have to wait a good long while because Enemy Zone does not even release until January 2021.
In Enemy Zone we meet our main characters, Cullen and Skylar. The book is told in dual narrative between the two of them and I loved this narration style because it was so much fun to dive into each of their heads. Cullen and his 3 friends have all served in the military and came back home after service to start up various businesses in the town of Denton Valley. I think at least one of them comes from family money of some kind to start bank rolling these businesses but they are all loaded and they basically own a large portion of the town. Trident Rescue is a private EMT team, headed up by the four guys in their spare time. In Enemy Rescue we see Cullen on the scene of a car accident when a new reporter from the town gossip publication comes up to ask questions. Skylar and Cullen are basically hate at first sight. I loved watching the two of them go toe to toe over everything and anything. They are one feisty pair!
When Skylar finds herself as the new dispatch at Trident Rescue to earn some extra money while she is chasing her dream of becoming a journalist, things in this book really picked up. Skylar's past is a large part of the plot of this book, and I don't want to spoil anything but this is first and foremost a romance novel and the romance was perfect! It was quick witted, full of banter and super sexy! I loved every second of this book, and I am already itching to get my hands on book two in the Trident Rescue series!
In Enemy Zone we meet our main characters, Cullen and Skylar. The book is told in dual narrative between the two of them and I loved this narration style because it was so much fun to dive into each of their heads. Cullen and his 3 friends have all served in the military and came back home after service to start up various businesses in the town of Denton Valley. I think at least one of them comes from family money of some kind to start bank rolling these businesses but they are all loaded and they basically own a large portion of the town. Trident Rescue is a private EMT team, headed up by the four guys in their spare time. In Enemy Rescue we see Cullen on the scene of a car accident when a new reporter from the town gossip publication comes up to ask questions. Skylar and Cullen are basically hate at first sight. I loved watching the two of them go toe to toe over everything and anything. They are one feisty pair!
When Skylar finds herself as the new dispatch at Trident Rescue to earn some extra money while she is chasing her dream of becoming a journalist, things in this book really picked up. Skylar's past is a large part of the plot of this book, and I don't want to spoil anything but this is first and foremost a romance novel and the romance was perfect! It was quick witted, full of banter and super sexy! I loved every second of this book, and I am already itching to get my hands on book two in the Trident Rescue series!
August 15, 2021
wow, first listen to this author and I'm glad she took this genre for a spin away from her other ones.
I love black ops, military action romances with good angst. this one has it all and a good mix of action and hot lovin romance.
this is also one of the few novels I've listened to, that have been written with gut wrenching barriers that set the tone of the book as well as emotional military backgrounds with both hero and heroine.
I was getting a little annoyed at the heroine due to the fact that her chosen profession should have made her smarter than what she was. she made a lot of stupid decisions and jumped to a shitload of conclusions which, in my opinion would not have been what I'd expect from a woman in her occupational field. I also have to remember her age. I fact, both their ages.
But in saying that, there would not have been the push-pull between the H and H, and the hero would have had to be written in a less intense context ...which you couldn't so as his own baggage is to deep and broken to cut his character any slack.
then there are the rest of trident chatacters which are all set in the same vein.
I just had to keep taking into account the heroines circumstances and her baggage, in order to keep my eyes from rolling.
so all in all, narration was great Christian is a narrator I've listened to before and did a good job with his tone for the different males in the book and did an ok job with the female parts.
Laurie had harder tones to pull off and I liked voices that differed for each female she had to do. her male voices were credible and I enjoyed her narration.
So, obvioulsy room for a series, hot alphas, grittier than the average military action romances ..(except for Kris Michaels) there are a couple of doozies in her guardian defender series ( joseph) Phew!
a slow burn but not so much in the love dept but more in the baggage dept and an HEA ....I liked it.
I love black ops, military action romances with good angst. this one has it all and a good mix of action and hot lovin romance.
this is also one of the few novels I've listened to, that have been written with gut wrenching barriers that set the tone of the book as well as emotional military backgrounds with both hero and heroine.
I was getting a little annoyed at the heroine due to the fact that her chosen profession should have made her smarter than what she was. she made a lot of stupid decisions and jumped to a shitload of conclusions which, in my opinion would not have been what I'd expect from a woman in her occupational field. I also have to remember her age. I fact, both their ages.
But in saying that, there would not have been the push-pull between the H and H, and the hero would have had to be written in a less intense context ...which you couldn't so as his own baggage is to deep and broken to cut his character any slack.
then there are the rest of trident chatacters which are all set in the same vein.
I just had to keep taking into account the heroines circumstances and her baggage, in order to keep my eyes from rolling.
so all in all, narration was great Christian is a narrator I've listened to before and did a good job with his tone for the different males in the book and did an ok job with the female parts.
Laurie had harder tones to pull off and I liked voices that differed for each female she had to do. her male voices were credible and I enjoyed her narration.
So, obvioulsy room for a series, hot alphas, grittier than the average military action romances ..(except for Kris Michaels) there are a couple of doozies in her guardian defender series ( joseph) Phew!
a slow burn but not so much in the love dept but more in the baggage dept and an HEA ....I liked it.
November 5, 2020
Well written romance with a well developed plot that flows smoothly with some quirky and humorous moments and intense chemistry. The characters were well developed and while it takes a while to understand and like Sky it is well worth the time to read this story about friendships, emotional healing and acceptance and love. The authors portrayal of the supporting characters is excellent and supports and elevate the plot.
Cullen Hunt is an ex military hero and suffers from PTSD, he is generous, loyal and always tries to help and do the right thing except when he meets Sky Reynolds who rubs him the wrong way. Sky is a down on her luck reporter, fired from her previous job black listed. She meets Cullen in less than ideal circumstances which escalates to the worst meeting(s) ever when she interviews for a position at his company and the interview is less than stellar.
Great read - totally recommended.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Cullen Hunt is an ex military hero and suffers from PTSD, he is generous, loyal and always tries to help and do the right thing except when he meets Sky Reynolds who rubs him the wrong way. Sky is a down on her luck reporter, fired from her previous job black listed. She meets Cullen in less than ideal circumstances which escalates to the worst meeting(s) ever when she interviews for a position at his company and the interview is less than stellar.
Great read - totally recommended.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 26, 2021
3.5
Cullen and Skylar's story was an entertaining read. I don't usually read allot of service or motor cycle genre, but found the characters and story line in this book was well done. The kind of trauma associated with serving in a war zone is real even though it has only come to light in the last few decades. Prior to that, returning soldiers from WWI through Vietnam were told to get over it and move on; so seeing people recognize that this can be a real issue for many of our returning soldiers is noteworthy.
I liked how this author addressed the PTSD issue as well as taking a deep dive into both characters and sub-characters that made the story interesting. Skylar was just as much a victim of abuse/trauma as was Cullen, just in different ways. The story was well written and took the reader on a journey into a group of ex-seals who had become successful in their own right, but who were damaged from their pasts and their losses. Bar's character, although dead played a main part in how these men were trying to work through their grief and find happiness.
The push and pull love story between Skylar and Cullen was on again, off again but kept building to a crescendo. The casual sex between the two soon became so much more. By the books' end, they have saved each other; which made the ending that much sweeter.
The author scripted the ending well with the characters that were as.....holes throughout the book, finally getting what they deserved.
Enjoy.
Cullen and Skylar's story was an entertaining read. I don't usually read allot of service or motor cycle genre, but found the characters and story line in this book was well done. The kind of trauma associated with serving in a war zone is real even though it has only come to light in the last few decades. Prior to that, returning soldiers from WWI through Vietnam were told to get over it and move on; so seeing people recognize that this can be a real issue for many of our returning soldiers is noteworthy.
I liked how this author addressed the PTSD issue as well as taking a deep dive into both characters and sub-characters that made the story interesting. Skylar was just as much a victim of abuse/trauma as was Cullen, just in different ways. The story was well written and took the reader on a journey into a group of ex-seals who had become successful in their own right, but who were damaged from their pasts and their losses. Bar's character, although dead played a main part in how these men were trying to work through their grief and find happiness.
The push and pull love story between Skylar and Cullen was on again, off again but kept building to a crescendo. The casual sex between the two soon became so much more. By the books' end, they have saved each other; which made the ending that much sweeter.
The author scripted the ending well with the characters that were as.....holes throughout the book, finally getting what they deserved.
Enjoy.
January 9, 2021
*Spoilers*
Cullen is riddled with a troubled past and continued trauma from his time over seas. Sky is trying to rebuild herself after having her career ruined by an ex-fiance. Both find comfort in each other after realizing they are both exactly what each other needs.
There were times I just wished either one would stop assuming and just confide in each other. With their troubled pasts though, it made sense that neither were going to really learn to trust each other until almost loosing each other. The troubles they deal with are very real issues that people have today. That made them feel like such alive characters.
I loved that Skylar was not trying to make herself defined by anything other than her work ethic and spunk. She was so badass holding her own amongst all of the Trident rescue guys and her ex-fiance. (Loved when she jumped on his back, loved even more when Cullen helped) Cullen was so troubled but he was so secure in himself and acknowledged his troubles enough to know that he needed help toward the end.
I really enjoyed this and can't wait to see what happens for the other guys of Trident Rescue. I also hope that at some point Addie is able to find someone for herself just so she's not alone, but even if she is, she can handle herself no problem.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Cullen is riddled with a troubled past and continued trauma from his time over seas. Sky is trying to rebuild herself after having her career ruined by an ex-fiance. Both find comfort in each other after realizing they are both exactly what each other needs.
There were times I just wished either one would stop assuming and just confide in each other. With their troubled pasts though, it made sense that neither were going to really learn to trust each other until almost loosing each other. The troubles they deal with are very real issues that people have today. That made them feel like such alive characters.
I loved that Skylar was not trying to make herself defined by anything other than her work ethic and spunk. She was so badass holding her own amongst all of the Trident rescue guys and her ex-fiance. (Loved when she jumped on his back, loved even more when Cullen helped) Cullen was so troubled but he was so secure in himself and acknowledged his troubles enough to know that he needed help toward the end.
I really enjoyed this and can't wait to see what happens for the other guys of Trident Rescue. I also hope that at some point Addie is able to find someone for herself just so she's not alone, but even if she is, she can handle herself no problem.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 1, 2022
This story gripped me from the start.
PTSD, something that has such a power in so many people's lives. It is invisible to others that don't have it and even harder for them to understand. So glad grew up with a military father who should have been dishonorable discharged. However it was swept under the rug to go home and continued his violent unmediated tendencies at home with his wife and daughter. Then there is what happened to her when her ex-fieance. He ruined her journalist career, by having her black ball. Instead of being in New York she is writing for a day and not making enough money to live on and living in a dump. Her boss feeds her a false story to report about a drunk driver hitting a free when she encounters Cullen Hunt .
Aa
Dillon Hunt. Is many, many things all of them good but he doesn't think so. He sees himself as a broken man because of his sever PTSD he not only came home from the service with but from the abuse he endured from his father.
This book is like an unfolding flower. The author did an outstanding job. There is one caution I need to put in here however; there are several intense sexual encounters if it is not your cup of tea you could just skip over that. But it is outstanding what real love and mural understanding will do. But also you have to wade through a bunch of stuff to get there ..
PTSD, something that has such a power in so many people's lives. It is invisible to others that don't have it and even harder for them to understand. So glad grew up with a military father who should have been dishonorable discharged. However it was swept under the rug to go home and continued his violent unmediated tendencies at home with his wife and daughter. Then there is what happened to her when her ex-fieance. He ruined her journalist career, by having her black ball. Instead of being in New York she is writing for a day and not making enough money to live on and living in a dump. Her boss feeds her a false story to report about a drunk driver hitting a free when she encounters Cullen Hunt .
Aa
Dillon Hunt. Is many, many things all of them good but he doesn't think so. He sees himself as a broken man because of his sever PTSD he not only came home from the service with but from the abuse he endured from his father.
This book is like an unfolding flower. The author did an outstanding job. There is one caution I need to put in here however; there are several intense sexual encounters if it is not your cup of tea you could just skip over that. But it is outstanding what real love and mural understanding will do. But also you have to wade through a bunch of stuff to get there ..
January 4, 2021
Enemy Zone by Alex Lidell is the first book in the Trident Rescue Series. It is a enemy to lovers standalone romance that is narrated from the dual POV of Skylar Reynolds and Cullen Hunt. It follows the journey of Sky who has fled New York after her life starts falling apart. She takes a job in Denton Valley working as a journalist for Denton Uncovered which is a tabloid that is managed by sleazy boss Frank Peterson. When she meets Cullen Hunt from Trident Rescue he comes across as a controlling alphahole but the more time she spends with him the more she discovers lying beneath the surface of his hard exterior.
I like Sky because is strong, sassy and stand up for herself with a fierce passion. I know Cullen comes across as an alphahole but he had severe PTSD from when he was a Navy SEAL which I found to be very heartbreaking. I loved him because deep down he had a beautiful heart. The chemistry between Sky and Cullen was there from the very start even though they initially disliked each other.
I absolutely loved this book because it was beautiful, sexy and provided insight into the trauma that lasts long after the war is over. I definitely can’t wait to read the next book.
I recieved an advanced copy for free, and this is my honest opinion.
I like Sky because is strong, sassy and stand up for herself with a fierce passion. I know Cullen comes across as an alphahole but he had severe PTSD from when he was a Navy SEAL which I found to be very heartbreaking. I loved him because deep down he had a beautiful heart. The chemistry between Sky and Cullen was there from the very start even though they initially disliked each other.
I absolutely loved this book because it was beautiful, sexy and provided insight into the trauma that lasts long after the war is over. I definitely can’t wait to read the next book.
I recieved an advanced copy for free, and this is my honest opinion.
October 31, 2020
Sky Reynolds hasn’t had an easy time of things. When she loses her journalist job, she has no other option but to take a job with her least favorite type of guy, the wealthy, powerful, controlling alpha, Cullen Hunt. Sparks fly as their personalities hit head on. And yet despite that, the two find something calming and worthy of trust in the other as they deny and fight against their attraction.
This is a well written book with an intriguing story line. The characters have strength and the author does a great job pulling you in and keeping you reading to the end. I enjoyed watching Sky and Cullen’s interactions as they try to resist what they keep denying is going on. It's a fast-paced story that keeps the action moving forward well and I would recommend this book. It offers a good mixture of drama, emotional turmoil and action. Both of the characters had their issues, yet each had goodness inside that made the reader hope they could find peace and acceptance in each other. It looked like maybe they were beginning to find it. Grab your copy and see whether they find what they both need!
This is a well written book with an intriguing story line. The characters have strength and the author does a great job pulling you in and keeping you reading to the end. I enjoyed watching Sky and Cullen’s interactions as they try to resist what they keep denying is going on. It's a fast-paced story that keeps the action moving forward well and I would recommend this book. It offers a good mixture of drama, emotional turmoil and action. Both of the characters had their issues, yet each had goodness inside that made the reader hope they could find peace and acceptance in each other. It looked like maybe they were beginning to find it. Grab your copy and see whether they find what they both need!
October 16, 2020
If done right, enemies to lovers books are the best and this book ticked all the boxes!!
Cullen and Skylar were two great main characters and oh man the sparks were flying from the minute they met. It was awesome!
I loved how both Cullen and Skylar had their own stories and as the story progresses you get to see them both grow as individuals as well as a couple. Well eventually....
The twist and turns were great and had me gripping my kindle well into the night. I just couldn't put it down.
Every great story has to have an ensemble of really good secondary characters and this story had it in spades. I can't wait to read the follow up books in this series. It is going to an epic ride thats for sure.
The author has created a solid book 1 for a new series with little nibbles of bits and pieces of the other characters in this book to have the reader hooked line and sinker and to look forward to following this series. I know I am!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Cullen and Skylar were two great main characters and oh man the sparks were flying from the minute they met. It was awesome!
I loved how both Cullen and Skylar had their own stories and as the story progresses you get to see them both grow as individuals as well as a couple. Well eventually....
The twist and turns were great and had me gripping my kindle well into the night. I just couldn't put it down.
Every great story has to have an ensemble of really good secondary characters and this story had it in spades. I can't wait to read the follow up books in this series. It is going to an epic ride thats for sure.
The author has created a solid book 1 for a new series with little nibbles of bits and pieces of the other characters in this book to have the reader hooked line and sinker and to look forward to following this series. I know I am!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 18, 2020
So I have read books by Alex Lidell and this was different than what she usually does. Lets meet broody, straight faced, to the point Cullen Hunt. This man is gorgeous, exudes power and is very well off. He is one of the Trident Gods in a small town. Well he doesn't have super powers that is for sure. He has done a lot of stuff and earned his name. So when he meets Skylar, something shifts for this man. What could that be? Skylar is a newspaper reporter who has to start all over. She doesn't like to talk about her past. She has not had it easy and sometimes it effects her. However, she does what she needs to do to get her story. Only her past comes back to haunt her and Cullen is there to save her. Can these two get past their own doubts and insecurities of each other? The chemistry is there and it is crazy hot. You will love this book. Will there be a happily ever after. I do hope that we get a book for the other three men.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 11, 2025
This could have been a good story; but it's just superficial and full of cliches. I skimmed a lot of it. Nothing here makes me want to read another. I DNF when Cullen reads her medical records, claiming he can do that because he owns the hospital. BS; so much for HIPAA laws.
We have the very grumpy and rude Cullen, ex-military CEO of a multimillion dollar business (in the north or south of Colorado, never sure). He has PTSD too plus an abusive father. He is harsh and really awful to Sky. He (and Sky) have shoulder injuries (really, these things just write themselves).
I do like Sky. She's the plucky, beautiful but poor woman who is determined to make a new start. But still can't find the insta-attraction to him. Dumb.
Then there are the other members of the Trident "gods" business; military vets with issues. One is Eli who thinks Cullen should just fu*k Sky to get her out of his system. Oh yeah, sure, an employee. Then there is her misogynistic boss at the 'newspaper'. She also has an abusive father and ex.
We have the very grumpy and rude Cullen, ex-military CEO of a multimillion dollar business (in the north or south of Colorado, never sure). He has PTSD too plus an abusive father. He is harsh and really awful to Sky. He (and Sky) have shoulder injuries (really, these things just write themselves).
I do like Sky. She's the plucky, beautiful but poor woman who is determined to make a new start. But still can't find the insta-attraction to him. Dumb.
Then there are the other members of the Trident "gods" business; military vets with issues. One is Eli who thinks Cullen should just fu*k Sky to get her out of his system. Oh yeah, sure, an employee. Then there is her misogynistic boss at the 'newspaper'. She also has an abusive father and ex.
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