Shadow

Club Exposure #4

by Ivy Nelson

A Dark Romantic Suspense

Cannon Ripley has spent his life in the shadows, but he's always been able to count on Olivia being there for him on the rare occasions he was able to come home. That is until he couldn't.

When she walked away from their casual arrangement to marry someone else, he knew he'd stayed away too long.

But she's divorced now and he's ready to come home for good.

Is she willing to take him back with a different MUCH less casual arrangement this time?

Genres: Dark Romance, BDSM

362 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 5, 2022

About the author

Ivy Nelson writes delicious contemporary romance with kinky alpha heroes and sassy heroines you wish could be your best friend. Club Solitaire is her favorite fictional place to hang out in, and she spends most of her free time spinning tales set there. Ivy currently lives in Las Vegas with her husband of five years and their son. When she isn’t writing, she’s probably reading something dirty or drinking wine with her readers on Facebook in the Ivy's Diamond Divas reader group

Reviews

[Alexzandra Newton · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book so much! A woman who likes conventions, cosplay, D&D and Nerf wars? Sounds like we’d be best friends! 😉 Whew, all the primal play and things of the sort are *chef’s kiss* good! I couldn’t put it down! Olivia and Ridley are now firmly in my Top 3 favorite Ivy Nelson couples and what made it better was the guest appearance from my favorite Ivy Nelson couple! Such a great read!

[CherylB · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the fourth book in the Club Exposure series. It features Cannon (Boomer) Ripley. A man who has been a spy for his country for decades. He always comes back to Olivia Harriman, his girl in D.C. But she has grown tired of him being gone and not being able to even talk to him. So she gives him an ultimatum. “Don’t call me until you are home for good.” Now three years later he has done just that. But she is mad that she hasn’t heard from him in all that time. So he is in the fight of his life to win her back. Add in that one of her bars has been set on fire. So his protective instincts kick into overdrive. Then her house is broken into. And he has his chance to prove his case while protecting her. Things get more and more dangerous. Is it her ex husband? Is it a stalker? Or is it someone after him? This story is full of danger, steamy romance and a wonderful love story. I did receive an advance copy for my honest review.

[Laure · Rating 5 out of 5]

After ten years of an on again, off again relationship, Ripley says he’s back for good. Olivia isn’t sure she believes him, though. But Ripley is determined to win her love, unfortunately, his past has followed him home and convincing Olivia that she needs his protection proves to be difficult.
I loved these characters. To say they are in a somewhat volatile relationship is putting it mildly. Their interactions are sizzling hot, deliciously carnal, sometimes amusing and always entertaining. Exciting action, suspense, eye opening kinks, BDSM, some violence, and surprising twists. I thoroughly enjoyed this read, and I highly recommend this book and series.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.

[Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

I struggled to like like either character in this book and I especially disliked Ripley as he was so not a Daddy Dom in my opinion. He was nothing but a sadistic AH. I also found it extremely unlikely that Olivia, that came out of an abusive relationship would hop into anything with Ripley when she didn’t have any contact with him in two years. Then to agree to all his punishment and stand in a corner? I would have used my safe word immediately. The primal play to me was just too much and extremely dangerous especially since she didn’t recognize his voice. Olivia could have tripped, fallen etc. She’s a grown woman, don’t treat her like a damn child or an animal. I like my heroine to be strong, sassy and independent. Not a weak submissive who thinks with her V and not her brain. I just had a hard time finding someone who started out strong, would have anything to do with Ripley. I would have filed a restraining order. Ripley should stick to his day job as a Dom he does not make! While I normally like Ivy’s books, this was not one of them. I received an advanced copy and I’m leaving this review voluntarily.

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, it had so much in it and I kept flipping pages as fast as I could because so much was happening. The steamy scenes with Riley and Olivia were scorching and we got to visit not only Club exposure but also Serendipity two very different clubs. So many of Ivy’s characters made appearances in this story and knowing what was going on at Solitaire made me feel as if I knew a secret, it was a fun feeling. There were also some great new characters and I hope we see them in future stories. The mystery was unsolved until the very end which kept the sense of suspense alive even if there was an inkling of what was happening. A great read.

[Wendy Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ripley and Liv have had a relationship, that has been more off than on, for ten years. She finished it when he disappeared without a word for work without a word. He has left the agency and now has to convince Liv he is back for good this time, but can she trust him to stay. Strange things start happening soon after he reappears and together they have to work out who is behind it and which one of them is the target. All of this in between the hottest, sizzling kinks and sometimes rough BDSM play that is soooo hot. Many of the characters from previous books appear throughout the story and there is some really hot interaction between them. I think this is possibly my new favourite Ivy book.

[Carolyn Spence · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW! I love this series, it just keeps getting better and better. Some new characters for me out of Serendipity, and I loved them. A very detailed read through the lives of Olivia and dare I say, Boomer! Quite a complex story and the author has you thinking one way, when all along it was the other way. A different set of likes for this couple, more intense, and they are not afraid to show each other what they like. From salads to burgers and NERF guns, that was an awesome chapter, and then she asked him! Best, was the journal. Absolutely LOVE this series. Definitely recommend.

I voluntarily reviewed this book.

[Erica · Rating 5 out of 5]

This may be my favorite Ivy Nelson book yet. I think it definitely takes steamiest read of 2022. I absolutely loved both Olivia and Ripley. This was another awesome addition to the club exposure series.

I absolutely love Ivy Nelson’s books. This one was no exception. It was hot, featured some favorite characters, and just had a great storyline.

There were a few plot elements that didn’t quite seem fully explained or seemed a bit too convenient.

However, this is definitely an overall winner. I loved Ripley and Olivia’s banter and their relationship. I didn’t want to put it down the entire time.

[Lorie · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW. Ivy Nelson has definitely got a winner with this book. Ripely and Olivia have had a hot and heavy kinky sex thing going on for quite a while. When Olivia gives an ultimatum they’re separated for a while until Ridley mysteriously shows up one night as the world tilts on its axis. Throw in spies, arson, death threats, safe houses and collars which keep the reader on their toes. Grab hold of the book and prepare for a wild and crazy ride!

[Caroline Hill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow what a book. It had everything you expect from this author and a whole lot more. I love all this authors books but I've got to say I think it's her best to date. I love dark reads and this really didn't disappoint

[Genoveva · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was lucky to have received an ARC for this book. Second chance romance between Ripley and Olivia that just steamed up my kindle. Part of Club Exposure series. The way these two reunite and how they let things play out had me wishing I was there with them.

[Nicole Deanne Veracruz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hands down this is now my favorite Ivy Nelson book. That's saying a lot because I love everything she writes. But the dynamic between Boomer and Olivia is off the charts hot. I could put the book down. I'm sure I'll read it over again in the next couple days. I wanted to lock myself away and enjoy this book in private 🥵🥵🥵

[Suzanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Olivia is the light to Ripley's shadow of his soul. But she is tired of waiting for him to stay home for longer period of times instead of very short periods. When he forced out she does not trust he is out of the spy game and will not give him time of day. But she is in trouble and he gets Peter to assign him as her bodyguard.
I am usually do not like Daddy Dom but it was nicely done in this book. There is some rough play some very hot and some not my taste but I do not judge, it works for them. Whatever works or brings a couple closer then do it.
I love how he exposes her ex.
The bad guy should not of underestimated Ripley.
I loved reading of the other characters and catch up.
Girl Power rules.
I love the notebook.
I received an ARC for an honest review.

[Dianne Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book focuses on Cannon (Boomer)Ripley and Olivia Harrington and is the fourth book in the Club Exposure series. Whilst technically you don’t have to have read any previous books by Ivy Nelson there are a plethora of characters from the other stories not just in this series but the others as well who do make an appearance in this book. I think it would enhance the overall storyline if you did know who was who with these characters and their role not only in this book but also where they fit in with the whole Ivy Nelson world but it doesn’t detract from the book if you haven’t got a clue.

Anyway onto the book…well this is one combustible read the chemistry between Ripley and Olivia and the things they do to each other oh my! This book can be scorching at times, be warned there are some quite intense scenes but there is also plenty of action and drama. Ripley and Olivia have a complicated history and have been off/on again for ten years but Ripley’s job with a variety of alphabet agencies ALWAYS got in the way of developing anything long term. Ripley’s in town for a few hours/days/weeks and then off on another mission till who knows when. Well Olivia is worth much more than that and three years ago gave Ripley an ultimatum don’t come back unless you’re all in.

Well now Ripley’s back for good forced out of the Agency and looking to set down roots with Olivia but things have moved on. Olivia’s divorced from quite the creepy dangerous guy and is focused on building her businesses, she’s been burned by her ex, cut herself off from her friends, ghosted by Ripley and someone’s out to get her. So all in all no wonder she had no trust that Ripley will actually commit while dealing with being caught up in quite a dangerous situation.

Ripley knows he’s got an uphill battle to prove to Olivia he’s back for good this time. While their feelings for each other have never been in doubt, the problem is will Ripley stick around and not get sucked back in to the alphabet wormhole. With Olivia in danger well all bets are off as far as Ripley is concerned, is it someone from his past or hers out to cause trouble. I loved the appearance of quite a few of the characters from previous Ivy Nelson stories and the interactions between them all. This was a fast paced story well written characters with a depth to the storytelling. I loved Olivia’s sassiness as well as her relationships with some of the periphery characters. While Ripley was the typical alpha male but while he’s all action there were occasions of of uncertainty on how to manage the danger and get back on track with Olivia.

All in all a good story and great addition to the Club Exposure series, my only quibble would be that some of the action takes place off page. The ending especially I think it would have added immensely to the over all storyline if we could have read the final bit of action from Ripley’s perspective. I did receive an advance copy for my honest review and thoroughly enjoyed the book and recommend this story as a great addition to the whole Ivy Nelson series.

[Deborah Peach · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reunited play partners and all the intrigue you could want await you in this instalment of Club Exposure. Come travel with Ripley and Olivia as they commit to each other in their preferred dynamic. Another fabulous story that involves cameos from previous series so you get to see some familiar faces.

Cannon Ripley never seemed to stay around for long as his secretive job kept taking him away and Olivia was done with being treated this way. She was done wasting her time waiting for him to come home to her. The last time he left town she told him not to bother coming back for her. When Ripley finally leaves his job, he returns home to find his former and hopefully his forever play partner, Olivia, in trouble. One of her bars is on fire and no one is sure why she was targeted. Ripley takes over her protection which allows him to be a part of her every day life. They slowly reconnect and build their trust in each other again but the investigation takes a strange turn and Olivia is no longer the focus of the strange events. Ripley's past now puts the couple in danger and it's going to take some fancy footwork and the help of a lot of friends to catch who is after him.

Each book in this series draws you deeper into the world of Club Exposure. You'll find something new to explore each time you open the cover of the next novel. I can't wait for more!

[Pico1 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another excellent story from Ivy Nelson’s “Club Exposure” series. It is a fast-paced mystery that has some characters and story links to previous stories in the series, but it definitely stands alone. Olivia is a 35 year old owner of two bars in the Washington, DC area who has had an off-on BDSM affair for 10 years with Ripley, who has been involved in various secret governmental activities. Because of his absences, they never got the relationship going on a firm footing, but now he is back for good and anxious to firmly establish a relationship with Olivia. It isn’t easy because of her lack of trust, nurtured by his absences over the years, but they have a very passionate relationship involving a lot of BDSM activities which they both enjoy. She gradually begins to believe he is home for good; but in the meantime, a serious mystery involving violence and other matters from his past threaten him, and the two of them. How it all works out adds a lot of spice to their love affair, and makes for an enjoyable tale. I liked both characters – strong, honest, and comfortable with their love for sharing kink with the other. There were a number of other characters in the book, some from the previous stories, who helped to keep the story interesting and moving along. I received a free copy of this book from Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[LeMiliere · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you have missed the earlier books once you read this one you will want to go back and read them but this is Cannon Ripley aka Boomer and Olivia's turn in the spotlight. They were once a couple who were always there for each other even if it wasn't a conventional courtship. But Olivia wanted more and so she issued an ultimatum to Boomer, telling him to leave and not to contact her again until he was ready to settle down with her. He left. Now after two years he’s back but a lot has happened in between, she married someone else and then divorced them. Imagine his feelings when the first time he saw her again, she was running into a fire!

The story flows well and the characters are well-drawn, but their relationship is in no way conventional, if BDSM is something that bothers you be aware it features in their relationship. I'm not sure if having escaped an abusive relationship Olivia would have jumped into a relationship like the one she and Boomer seem to have, that said their chemistry is palpable and the heat they generate sizzles! But will they ever be a couple again? Boomer knows he’s got a lot to do if he wants to get back on her good side but to complicate things it seems someone is out to hurt her something he can't allow, but will he be able to protect her and get her back safely and permanently in his arms?

[Denise · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cannon "Boomer" Ripley has been popping in and out of Olivia Harrigan's life for years. Here tonight, gone in the morning. Off on another secret assignment that he can't tell her about and can't contact her tell it's over. She has finally had enough and tells him to either go or stay. He goes. She marries someone else and then quickly divorces him. Now, Ripley is back and ready to settle down but will Olivia give him another chance? It's not going to be easy to get back into her life, or is it? Stopping her from running back into a burning building is one way to announce he's back. Threatening to put her over his knee for attempting such a thing is another.

Olivia and Ripley have a lot of baggage that is going to weigh them down as they try to reconnect. They also have a lot of friends to nudge them onward and to assist them when things get hairy. Ripley has enemies who aren't satisfied that he has retired from his spy games and they don't mind using Olivia to get his attention. There is also lots of hot loving, as only Ripley and Olivia can do it. These two do nothing by half measures - everything is a fight - but that's how they roll. I was given an advanced copy of this book by the author. My review is voluntary.

[ltfrom bc · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW! What a Fast Paced Story!!!!

This story hit the road running! It is a very face paced story from cover to cover. What a ride it was reading it! It has everything – hot and steamy romance, intrigue, suspense – it all that and more. Such a good book and for me, the best in the series so far.
Can love survive time and distance? Olivia had enough of Ripley quickly coming into her life and then leaving just as quickly. She gave him an ultimatum - if you leave again, we are thru. After Ripley leaves, she moves on and but deep down she knows that she made some mistakes after demanding Ripley make a choice – her or his job. Ripley know that Olivia is the one for him and works hard to leave the business, even though it takes quite some time. He comes home, determined to continue where they left off, but Olivia is not so forgiving. It will up to him to convince her that he has changed and has come home for good. Then there are the added threats of someone determined to bring Ripley or Olivia down and destroy him/her. It is a fast paced read and very enjoyable. Like a said at the beginning, as far as I am concerned this is the best of the series so far.
I received a free copy of this book via BookFunnel and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Mandy (MP Book Reviews) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cannon Ripley was always in the shadows as a spy with hurried trips home Olivia was the one shedding light on him as they connected in bed with primal energy and passion. But she could not take the pressure of never knowing when he was home or for how long and so told him to stop calling her unless he was home for good. When he is unexpected forced out of his career he finds himself back home without her as she moved on as is not interested in giving him another chance. When someone tries to harm her he refuses to take no for an answer and is determined to protect her while reminding her how good they are together. But will she believe he is back for good?

I loved this story and it was great to be back in Club Exposure with all of the gang while Ripley and Olivia worked through their differences, their belief in each other as well as igniting their relationship again. I loved her feistiness and the way that she was submissive but only when she wanted to be. Certainly, their relationship was fiery, dirty and sometimes verged on violent. I found it hard to cope with some of the things they said to each other. Contains a lot of mature content in graphic detail much of it around BDSM and some danger and drama around the plot to attack Olivia. Easy to read and understand.

[Hanan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this sexy spicy story.
Cannon Ripley works with the government so he’s gone more than he’s home.
It’s next to impossible for him to have a lasting relationship.
But when he meets Olivia he knows he what’s more.
Circumstances and situations have them both moving on.
Now Boomer is back and he wants Olivia in his life again.
But she will definitely not make it easy for him.
I loved both these characters.
He’s protective and dominant. She’s submissive but isn’t a pushover.
Their dynamics are intense and hot. Delicious and wicked. And always entertaining and fun.
The story is very well written.
It had me turning the pages as fast as I could read. But also wanting to savor each word.
The book is action packed and suspense filled.
There were twists I absolutely did not see coming that left me stunned.
The physical relationship between Boomer and Olivia is off the charts hot.
The lust and passion comes to life off the pages.
I loved that they were open and unashamed of their wants and needs.
Very well written book by Ms. Nelson.
Expect the unexpected.
And buckle up because the author is going to take you on a wild ride that will have you fanning yourself at time, holding your breath at times and always have you on the edge of your seat!

[Debbie Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cannon Ripley has been in and out of the last few books and it’s nice to see him and Olivia finally get their story. Ripley has been an undercover agent for several years, now forced out and hoping to pick things back up with his friend and their ten-year relationship (friends with benefits), he always comes home to Olivia. She’d already had enough after their last quick encounter she told him not to return to her unless it was for good! I love these two, they both have trust issues, but they attraction and their history pulling them back together as they explore the side of Ripley Olivia has never seen or realized is he’s a Daddy Dom and al he wants to take care of her. Once Ripley returns, he finds her in danger and rescues Olivia from a fire at her bar and until he finds who’s responsible, she’s not leaving his side. I love how the story brings back all their friends from Club Exposure the other books as they work together to uncover the mystery of who wants to hurt Olivia and Ripley. One of my favorite scenes is the paint ball completion with all of Club Exposure friends involved in a game between the Doms and the subs working together to take the down! I voluntarily read and reviewed this excellent story.

[Rosie Bray · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another brilliant read from the very talented Ms. Nelson, an author who manages to combine some serious erotica with a suspenseful storyline.

I loved Liv and Ripley's story; I especially loved the fact that the author chose to explore the Daddy Dom/baby girl dynamic ~ this isn't about age play, but rather has a Dom who has a fiercely protective side. And no one could ever accuse Liv of acting like a "little", she's way too sassy for that. Olivia may be a submissive, but that doesn't stop her from being a strongly fierce, independent woman in her own right.

I love how Ivy Nelson manages to overlap characters from her books in a way that doesn't seem forced or contrived. It's perfectly natural to have Lance, Marissa and Samuel showing up during the course of the novel. While the glimpse at play within Serendipity was enlightening, I can see how our couple from Exposure found the protocols a bit too much to handle. And I definitely want to see more of Master Tyson.....

This is not a novel for the faint hearted, as usual has plenty of kinks ~ while some are quite primal, it is always with consent that our protagonists enter into this time of play.

My thanks to the author for the opportunity to read this ARC, the opinions within the review are my own.

[ER · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cannon Ripley hates his first name, his friends' nickname for him, and the fact that his career as an undercover operative with any number of "alphabet soup" agencies takes him away from his lover, Olivia. He's been driven out, so he's come back ... with one person on his mind, and a plan to win her over.

Olivia is done being left behind, and she told Rip so about 3 years before the story begins (for a scene from the night she told him, you should read Protected) ... in the meantime, she's buried herself in running two bars, elaborate cosplays, and fan conventions within driving distance of the DC metropolitan area.

When Rip shows up at her 2nd bar after it's been set on fire, she's understandably peeved ... but he's furious and terrified for her. Who could she possibly have been involved with that would want to hurt her? He's determined to find out, but not before he insists on shadowing Liv's every move.

Typically a romance novel with a character with a Daddy kink is a bit much for me (I found it slightly icky the first time I encountered one) but the fact that this one takes the time to explain that it's not actually age-play (which is a hard no for me) for this character, and what it means to him to use the dynamic, made it clearer and, yes, hotter.

[Jeanie Bennett- Miner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ivy has once again created an intriguing story filled with mystery, suspense, danger, romance and plenty of heat! This is a well written story with some surprises and fun along the way.
One of the things I love is how Ivy interweaves old and new characters to her storyline. Shadow is part of the Club Exposure series but we also have some of the gang from Club Solitaire making an appearance as well as a sneak peek of Club Serendipity with some fascinating new kinks to explore.

Cannon (Boomer) Ripley lives his life in the shadows due to his job. For years Olivia Harrington has spent whatever time she could with Ripley until he slipped back in to shadows never knowing when or if she will see him again. When Olivia realizes that despite the chemistry they share and any feelings she has for him she can no longer deal with the uncertainty of not knowing if they have a future. She tells Ripley not to call until he is home for good. When Ripley finds himself home for good is he to late?

I received an Arc copy of Shadow and these are my own opinions and thoughts. I recommend this book .

[K. Smock · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was not what I expected when I began reading it. Olivia and Cannon (Boomer) Ripley have had a rough relationship from the start. If you can even call it a relationship. Ripley would show up in town for a few hours to a few days, they would have great sex and then he would disappear for his job. After almost ten years and not knowing when or if he would show up again, Olivia had enough and told him not to call her until he was home for good. That took more than two years. In the interim, Olivia got married (to the wrong guy) and ended up divorced six months later. She decides to stay away from men and dedicate herself to her career. She opens a second bar and makes a go of it. Until the night that Ripley returns, and her new bar is set on fire. She doesn't want anything to do with him and so it is up to Ripley to convince her that he is home for good. Lots of twists and turns in this one. There is also rather rough sex as that is how they like it. Could trigger some people so read at your own risk. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Hope you do as well.

I voluntarily wrote this review from reading an advanced copy of this book.

[Maz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this series and it just gets better!!!
I'm not new to BDSM but wow there were some new things in this book that I didn't know was a thing. Did you know Primal kink was a thing? And I'm all for it haha. It's not for the faint hearted. It is quite rough but so erotic.
These two together were just fire.
Ridley worked for the government and it's things he can't talk about. Olivia is a successful bar owner.
Every time Ridley comes home he comes straight to Olivia. But Olivia wants more and not just a pit stop Romance. So she says if he wants her he needs to be back for good.
Finally couple of years later, he gets pushed out and he retires but only to find Olivia has moved on.

He struggles to accept this and is hurt..
Then her life is in danger and he will not stand by and watch.

He will also prove to her that they belong together and is back for good.
Can she trust him and open up again? Who is trying to hurt her and why?

You need to read this, great Suspense, drama and off the chart chemistry. The BDSM scenes were amazing. Please do read the trigger warnings as some scenes are quite rough.
You also get to meet old characters from the other books.

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

We got of taste of Ripley and Olivia separately in the other Club Exposure books, but now we get their story. It is heavy on the second chance. As an operative, Ripley was in and out of Olivia's life. Sometimes they would only have hours before he would leave again. Olivia finally told him to not come back until he could stay. It has been 2 years and now Ripley is finally back, but things are not like he expected. He is going to have to work hard to get Olivia to open back up to him. Meeting some of Ripley's friends shows Olivia how much she did mean to him. Added danger forces Olivia to have to deal with Ripley instead of hide from him.

These two are a perfect match for each other. They both dive down the primal rabbit hole and it turns them both on just as much. I love how we get to see how careful Ripley is with Olivia's trust and making sure he doesn't push more than he should, but then loving how much she thrives on what he gives her. Their trip to Serendipity was like entering another world. Not one I would travel to, but it was beyond hot to witness.

I received an advanced copy of this story and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I voluntarily reviewed a copy of "SHADOW" This story has you on edge its full of mystery, danger, suspense, intrigue, stalker, steamy scenes, angst, twist that make for a very addicting story to the end
Ripley & Olivia's story takes you on a crazy wild rollercoaster ride he's a spy for his country always gone more than home she getting tired of not having him around so gives him an ultimatum until he ready to be home for good she doesn't want to see him.
Olivia hadn't heard from Ripley she ends getting married & divorced in the three years he's been gone he knows he screwed up being away so long will she she give him a second chance.
Olivia starts to have problems someone sets her bar on fire then her house get broken into, things become dangerous will she let Ripley protect her while trying to get a second chance is it her ex-husband or a stalker after her.
I definitely recommend to get this riviting, interesting, intense story to see what happens, will Ripley & Olivia get their HEA you must get this book to see how things turn out. AWESOME READ!!!!

[Stacey Foss · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is the best one yet in this series, I am completely addicted to Olivia and Ripley. Ripley and Olivia have been in a relationship of some sorts for years but when she couldn't take it anymore, she told him not to call until he was home for good. Ripley is finally out of the CIA/NSA and is home for good and wants his girl. He has a lot of groveling to do. This is a fast-paced story that starts off when someone is after Olivia, and he takes the protective stance with her. I loved the back and forth push and pull between these two. Olivia is a strong independent woman who has never really had someone take care of her. Ripley wants to be her caregiver as well as her Dom. I loved that we had a suspenseful mystery to figure out as the book went on as well as feeling like you were along with them on their journey. These two are like a volcano going off in the bedroom holly hotness. This book will set you on fire. One of her best yet I can't get enough. Can't wait to see what's next Hopefully we will see more of Daddy Ripley. I was given this book as an ARC for my honest review.