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Black Ops Tag #3
Joseph: Mission: Harvest Ranch Wedding
Go undercover in this military romcom based around the “Royal American Wedding” from the dynamic writing duo of USA Today Bestselling Author Lucy McConnell and Ellie Thornton.
Bree has been dying to go undercover for the IRS and bring down someone big, but it doesn’t matter how long she stays at the office… the dates she avoids so she can work weekends … the dumpsters she climbs in… she’s overlooked for the field assignments. Every. Time.
Until Joseph Murphy came along with a shiny new campaign embezzlement investigation. He’s been called in because his buddy is the groom and Bree is asked to pose as his date for a week of wedding festivities.
The problem? No one will believe these two are together.
Not when she talks about seeing him with his shirt off.
Not when she sneaks into his room in the middle of the night.
Not even when they’re caught making out in the back of the campaign manager's car.
If she wasn’t so certain that she wasn’t his type, Bree might think Joseph was falling for her. After all, he’s introduced her to his son, talked about having kids, and kissed her like no man has ever kissed her before.
Could it be real? Or is this just a case of mistaken romance?
Laugh along with these two as they uncover the dastardly deeds carefully hidden within America and Andy’s wedding. Will they solve the case and have enough time to fall in love? Or, will the bad guy take more than a few million dollars?
Bree has been dying to go undercover for the IRS and bring down someone big, but it doesn’t matter how long she stays at the office… the dates she avoids so she can work weekends … the dumpsters she climbs in… she’s overlooked for the field assignments. Every. Time.
Until Joseph Murphy came along with a shiny new campaign embezzlement investigation. He’s been called in because his buddy is the groom and Bree is asked to pose as his date for a week of wedding festivities.
The problem? No one will believe these two are together.
Not when she talks about seeing him with his shirt off.
Not when she sneaks into his room in the middle of the night.
Not even when they’re caught making out in the back of the campaign manager's car.
If she wasn’t so certain that she wasn’t his type, Bree might think Joseph was falling for her. After all, he’s introduced her to his son, talked about having kids, and kissed her like no man has ever kissed her before.
Could it be real? Or is this just a case of mistaken romance?
Laugh along with these two as they uncover the dastardly deeds carefully hidden within America and Andy’s wedding. Will they solve the case and have enough time to fall in love? Or, will the bad guy take more than a few million dollars?
260 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 27, 2022
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She believes that romance books should:
Keep you up past your bedtime.
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Have happy endings.
With that in mind, she's written over 200 novels full of fun and flirty characters who navigate the turbulent waters of romance with open hearts and creativity.
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Lucy McConnell loves romance, chocolate, Christmas, horses, music, crochet, and fun!
She believes that romance books should:
Keep you up past your bedtime.
Make you laugh out loud.
Have happy endings.
With that in mind, she's written over 200 novels full of fun and flirty characters who navigate the turbulent waters of romance with open hearts and creativity.
If you enjoy closed-door romance, follow her on Goodreads.♥️
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November 11, 2022
Oh my gosh! These two are so ridiculously adorable together. From the beginning I’ve been dying to know what the real story was between Bree and Joseph. And to find in Bree the kind of socially awkward geek girl who’s going above and beyond to appear “normal”, just resonated in my heart. To then watch Joseph go out of his way to appreciate her for all of those things, gives me so much hope. I think the two messages that stood out strongest to me from this story were that not all things are what they appear and that the right love is worth the work it takes. I kind of hate that we’re getting closer to the end of this series, because I never want to let these characters go.
I received a complimentary copy of this book through Booksprout.
I received a complimentary copy of this book through Booksprout.
November 8, 2022
Joseph is the third book in Lucy McConnell and Ellie Thornton’s Black Ops Tag – Mission: Harvest Ranch Wedding series. Joseph is a clean military romantic comedy, featuring the fake-relationship and apposites-attract tropes. It is highly recommended that you read the first book, Andy, before reading Joseph so that you are familiar with the characters and their antics. Timewise, the events in Joseph occur at the same time as Andy and Chris.
Bree Gallagher is an analyst for the IRS who finally has her first undercover field assignment. She is a brilliant hacker, martial-arts master, and neurodiverse Converse-wearing ball of enthusiasm that lacks social skills and boundaries. She is paired with uber-handsome smooth-talking Joseph Murphy, an experienced IRS investigator that has the highest case clearance rate. Joseph is assigned to the case because he is a groomsman for the wedding of his Army buddy and an up-and-coming Senator. It appears that the bride’s campaign funds are being used in a money laundering scheme. Bree is told to pose as Joseph’s date for the week-long wedding festivities and serve as a bridesmaid.
Bree is very different from Joseph’s past girlfriends and ex-wife, who all could be fashion models. Bree is fit and has a nice figure, but she hides it under unattractive clothes. The other bridesmaids take in her hand and give her a make-over, so she becomes beautiful. They like her because of who she is on the inside. Bree is on the autism spectrum and is aware that she is “different” from other ladies. However she has found ways to cope with her neurodiversity so that she is a high-functioning individual. When Bree isn’t busy with wedding activities, she is surveilling the suspects and hacking into their computer files. She seems to perform significantly more of the investigative duties than Joseph.
Bree and Joseph are very attracted to one another but they feel like they can’t act on their feelings because the IRS has a strict no-fraternization policy. So they kiss when they have an audience, and try to keep their hands off each other the rest of the time. The mystery of who is responsible for the financial irregularities keeps the story moving along.
All of the men in the 76th Military Police team are in their late 30s/early 40s but they act younger, in my opinion. Bree is 33 years old but she has no romantic experience whatsoever. Joseph is my favorite story in the series because Joseph and Bree are both smart, strong, and realistic characters. I recommend this Black Ops Tag – Mission: Harvest Ranch Wedding series for readers who like clean romance, military romance, or rom-coms.
I received an advance review copy (ARC) from BookSirens for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Bree Gallagher is an analyst for the IRS who finally has her first undercover field assignment. She is a brilliant hacker, martial-arts master, and neurodiverse Converse-wearing ball of enthusiasm that lacks social skills and boundaries. She is paired with uber-handsome smooth-talking Joseph Murphy, an experienced IRS investigator that has the highest case clearance rate. Joseph is assigned to the case because he is a groomsman for the wedding of his Army buddy and an up-and-coming Senator. It appears that the bride’s campaign funds are being used in a money laundering scheme. Bree is told to pose as Joseph’s date for the week-long wedding festivities and serve as a bridesmaid.
Bree is very different from Joseph’s past girlfriends and ex-wife, who all could be fashion models. Bree is fit and has a nice figure, but she hides it under unattractive clothes. The other bridesmaids take in her hand and give her a make-over, so she becomes beautiful. They like her because of who she is on the inside. Bree is on the autism spectrum and is aware that she is “different” from other ladies. However she has found ways to cope with her neurodiversity so that she is a high-functioning individual. When Bree isn’t busy with wedding activities, she is surveilling the suspects and hacking into their computer files. She seems to perform significantly more of the investigative duties than Joseph.
Bree and Joseph are very attracted to one another but they feel like they can’t act on their feelings because the IRS has a strict no-fraternization policy. So they kiss when they have an audience, and try to keep their hands off each other the rest of the time. The mystery of who is responsible for the financial irregularities keeps the story moving along.
All of the men in the 76th Military Police team are in their late 30s/early 40s but they act younger, in my opinion. Bree is 33 years old but she has no romantic experience whatsoever. Joseph is my favorite story in the series because Joseph and Bree are both smart, strong, and realistic characters. I recommend this Black Ops Tag – Mission: Harvest Ranch Wedding series for readers who like clean romance, military romance, or rom-coms.
I received an advance review copy (ARC) from BookSirens for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
March 30, 2023
3.5⭐
👟🧸I'm getting confused with how they're not mentioning what they're doing when the scene changes. Joseph and Bree got partnered up then next thing we know she's mingling with them without any more description. It keeps happening. The suddenness is confusing. Also the conversations when they try to gain information from someone doesn't make sense most of the time.
👟🧸Man I forgot Joseph has a child😂
👟🧸Oh my god! Joseph didn't connect the dot that Bree is the same girl he met in the carnival 6 years ago.
👟🧸Did Bree go to tail a suspect or on a queue to gather insecurities?
👟🧸I guess you'll miss stuff if you don't read the series. So many events missed.
👟🧸They could have given any other reason to Bree to overanalyze which leads to breaking up except you're prettier thn me. I really don't like insecurities in my badass female characters. And Bree is a fact driven character so it felt off-putting. They could have added her future planning or job to the plate instead.
👟🧸Wow so we're not getting the scavenger hunt as well☹️
👟🧸Maybe I don't know the actual purpose of a wink or they're overusing it.
👟🧸It felt hollow at the end. I know Bree deserves her promotion and more at this point but to know that Joseph has to quit because of that is just disappointing.
👟🧸I'm getting confused with how they're not mentioning what they're doing when the scene changes. Joseph and Bree got partnered up then next thing we know she's mingling with them without any more description. It keeps happening. The suddenness is confusing. Also the conversations when they try to gain information from someone doesn't make sense most of the time.
👟🧸Man I forgot Joseph has a child😂
👟🧸Oh my god! Joseph didn't connect the dot that Bree is the same girl he met in the carnival 6 years ago.
👟🧸Did Bree go to tail a suspect or on a queue to gather insecurities?
👟🧸I guess you'll miss stuff if you don't read the series. So many events missed.
👟🧸They could have given any other reason to Bree to overanalyze which leads to breaking up except you're prettier thn me. I really don't like insecurities in my badass female characters. And Bree is a fact driven character so it felt off-putting. They could have added her future planning or job to the plate instead.
👟🧸Wow so we're not getting the scavenger hunt as well☹️
👟🧸Maybe I don't know the actual purpose of a wink or they're overusing it.
👟🧸It felt hollow at the end. I know Bree deserves her promotion and more at this point but to know that Joseph has to quit because of that is just disappointing.
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September 23, 2024
How I adore a good series with recurring characters and the most loyal friendship group and this Black Ops Tag series doesn’t disappoint. This is book three and it’s my favourite so far there was just something about Bree. Joseph and Bree had a chance encounter years ago that changed their lives for the both of them and years later they end up working together. Joseph and his friends whom we have met in the previous books truly makes this series and the way Joseph accepts Bree and all her quirky tendencies is perfection, I just adore them together. This was a great read. I received a complementary copy from Booksirens.
November 25, 2022
A nice, clean and enjoyable romance that holds your attention, has characters you love getting to know and keeps you turning the pages. The story flows smoothly, is well written and one you'll be glad you added to your TBR list.
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.
November 5, 2022
I am really loving this military romcom with characters that have big personalities. The men had worked together in the military as a team and they were closer than brothers. When one of them is getting ready for his wedding all of them are there to give him moral support. Each book in this series could probably be read as a stand alone story as each one shares some of the same things that were happening during the week of preparation for the wedding. The fun part is that the story details are just slightly different in each book as they come from different character's viewpoints.
This humorous situations in this story will have you laughing out loud. I like the close relationship the guys have with each other. The women they are dating or have married are also becoming close and they really reach out and accept Bree.
This book focuses on details just slightly mentioned in the first book that there was a campaign embezzlement investigation in America's Senate finances. There was someone taking money and moving it into other accounts. Since Joseph Murphy is a friend of Andy, the groom, he is assigned as an IRS agent to go undercover to try to discover who is stealing the money. He is assigned another IRS agent Bree Gallagher to act as his fake date for the wedding. Bree is really good at what she does and wants to move into the investigative area of the IRS but she has to prove herself on this case to get her boss Thatcher to promote her.
Bree was super intelligent and she had so many skills but she was overlooked at work even though she had solved many tough cases. She is a beauty underneath the crazy clothes, frizzy hair and lack of makeup. She has trouble getting accepted by people because of her quirkiness but the more time Joseph spends with her, the more he enjoys all of the things she does.
Joseph Murphy was married and divorced. He left the military to stay close to his young son. Working for the IRS allows him to continue to use the skills he gained in the military. He has a reputation of dating beautiful woman but only for a short time. His friends have a hard time believing that Bree is his new girlfriend when he brings her to the wedding week. She is nothing like the women he usually dates.
As these two work together they become really close and Joseph feels like Bree really understands him and completes him. Can he get her to believe they could have a real future together before they finish up their case?.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This humorous situations in this story will have you laughing out loud. I like the close relationship the guys have with each other. The women they are dating or have married are also becoming close and they really reach out and accept Bree.
This book focuses on details just slightly mentioned in the first book that there was a campaign embezzlement investigation in America's Senate finances. There was someone taking money and moving it into other accounts. Since Joseph Murphy is a friend of Andy, the groom, he is assigned as an IRS agent to go undercover to try to discover who is stealing the money. He is assigned another IRS agent Bree Gallagher to act as his fake date for the wedding. Bree is really good at what she does and wants to move into the investigative area of the IRS but she has to prove herself on this case to get her boss Thatcher to promote her.
Bree was super intelligent and she had so many skills but she was overlooked at work even though she had solved many tough cases. She is a beauty underneath the crazy clothes, frizzy hair and lack of makeup. She has trouble getting accepted by people because of her quirkiness but the more time Joseph spends with her, the more he enjoys all of the things she does.
Joseph Murphy was married and divorced. He left the military to stay close to his young son. Working for the IRS allows him to continue to use the skills he gained in the military. He has a reputation of dating beautiful woman but only for a short time. His friends have a hard time believing that Bree is his new girlfriend when he brings her to the wedding week. She is nothing like the women he usually dates.
As these two work together they become really close and Joseph feels like Bree really understands him and completes him. Can he get her to believe they could have a real future together before they finish up their case?.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 10, 2023
Romance level: kissing 🔥
First of all, I love the plot! This is so cool! You have investigations, military operations & lots of tactical intelligence situations.
Bree is the best! A really unique female character. I love how her brain worked. She was strong, brave & honest.
Joseph's protectiveness was so sweet! He was really cute. I loved how he was towards Bree & Nick. The few interactions he got with Nick were the cutest. I loved how everything flowed
The wedding activities were truly the best. It was so fun to see these two around each other & the group. I loved seeing the boys together again. Their bond is so special 🕶️
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“Being here tonight will check off a major item on my bucket list.” He smiled down at Bree. “But as good as this feels, it’s nothing to holding my girl in my arms.”
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There's a "You touched her??" Kind of scene😍 that was so cute! He was so protective & cute. I love how he put everything out there. All in. He respected her choices but didn't give up when challenges came.
I loved the investigation part & solving the puzzle, getting the criminal & all that action.
These stories are so good because they happen at the same moment & event... And the authors intertwine the different perspectives & plots into the same timeline and it goes perfectly.
Yes, a little bit fast paced this plot... however, it was really good! There were some scenes I wish I could have had w/ Bree, Joseph & Nick, seeing them together and interacting.
But it was still a really good plot. I liked it. Their chemistry was really good. The kisses were wow🔥 and the chemistry was unreal.
These two make flipping someone & holding them down look fun😂. You have to read this book to know what I'm talking about! I can't wait to read the next one.
⚠️TW: curse words; divorce; infertility (not MC).
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* I was kindly gifted a copy from the author through BookSirens. This doesn't influence in any form my review/opinion of the book*
First of all, I love the plot! This is so cool! You have investigations, military operations & lots of tactical intelligence situations.
Bree is the best! A really unique female character. I love how her brain worked. She was strong, brave & honest.
Joseph's protectiveness was so sweet! He was really cute. I loved how he was towards Bree & Nick. The few interactions he got with Nick were the cutest. I loved how everything flowed
The wedding activities were truly the best. It was so fun to see these two around each other & the group. I loved seeing the boys together again. Their bond is so special 🕶️
🌟
“Being here tonight will check off a major item on my bucket list.” He smiled down at Bree. “But as good as this feels, it’s nothing to holding my girl in my arms.”
🌟
There's a "You touched her??" Kind of scene😍 that was so cute! He was so protective & cute. I love how he put everything out there. All in. He respected her choices but didn't give up when challenges came.
I loved the investigation part & solving the puzzle, getting the criminal & all that action.
These stories are so good because they happen at the same moment & event... And the authors intertwine the different perspectives & plots into the same timeline and it goes perfectly.
Yes, a little bit fast paced this plot... however, it was really good! There were some scenes I wish I could have had w/ Bree, Joseph & Nick, seeing them together and interacting.
But it was still a really good plot. I liked it. Their chemistry was really good. The kisses were wow🔥 and the chemistry was unreal.
These two make flipping someone & holding them down look fun😂. You have to read this book to know what I'm talking about! I can't wait to read the next one.
⚠️TW: curse words; divorce; infertility (not MC).
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* I was kindly gifted a copy from the author through BookSirens. This doesn't influence in any form my review/opinion of the book*
January 7, 2023
I absolutely loved this book! A great collaboration by two very talented authors! It was the first one that I have read in the series, and with it being the third book in the series, I was a bit confused at times when it came to referencing things that must have happened in the previous books. That wasn't enough to keep me from getting the basic gist of the scene, though, and in fact, it made me want to read the other books even more.
I found Joseph's reaction to Bree so very delightful, and it made me really enjoy his character so much. A man who admired a woman's brain as much as her looks! Bree was an utter gem! I found her direct approach to life and situations refreshing and completely believable for her character. The authors managed to portray her as geeky, but never had her come across as someone the reader wouldn't want to get to know IRL. There were some great lol moments when she interacted with Joseph that just made me like her character even more! I will now go get to know the B.O.T. group as a whole by reading the series from the beginning, and wish that they were individuals IRL, and that I could join their circle of friends!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I found Joseph's reaction to Bree so very delightful, and it made me really enjoy his character so much. A man who admired a woman's brain as much as her looks! Bree was an utter gem! I found her direct approach to life and situations refreshing and completely believable for her character. The authors managed to portray her as geeky, but never had her come across as someone the reader wouldn't want to get to know IRL. There were some great lol moments when she interacted with Joseph that just made me like her character even more! I will now go get to know the B.O.T. group as a whole by reading the series from the beginning, and wish that they were individuals IRL, and that I could join their circle of friends!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 12, 2022
This is the third book in the black ops tag,Harvest ranch wedding series.
It is Joseph and Bree's story and i really enjoyed it.I have loved all the books in this series,even though they are all set in the week leading up to Andy and America's wedding,the first book in the series,they are all different.
They events happen differently in each couple's viewpoint.
Joseph and Bree are paired up together as each other's date's for the wedding for an undercover mission and everyone is surprised that Bree is Joseph's date,as she is the complete opposite to the usual ladies he dates.
There is mystery,suspense as usual and of course the hilarious antics are all there as usual with the whole bridal party making an appearance as usual,with a love story that has a lovely HEA.
I have wanted to read Joseph and Bree's story since they were introduced in the first book and i absolutely loved it.Cannot wait for the next book 😁.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
It is Joseph and Bree's story and i really enjoyed it.I have loved all the books in this series,even though they are all set in the week leading up to Andy and America's wedding,the first book in the series,they are all different.
They events happen differently in each couple's viewpoint.
Joseph and Bree are paired up together as each other's date's for the wedding for an undercover mission and everyone is surprised that Bree is Joseph's date,as she is the complete opposite to the usual ladies he dates.
There is mystery,suspense as usual and of course the hilarious antics are all there as usual with the whole bridal party making an appearance as usual,with a love story that has a lovely HEA.
I have wanted to read Joseph and Bree's story since they were introduced in the first book and i absolutely loved it.Cannot wait for the next book 😁.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 31, 2022
I really enjoyed reading this story. It was actually good to read a story about no sex or smut in it. Romance was so good oh characters really made the story come alive. I loved Bree in her sweet yet bumbling ways as she fights for what she wants in a male dominated career with the IRS. I also loved Joseph and how he embraced Bree as his partner and wasn’t embarrassed by the way she approached their assignment. The moments of romance between them was sweet and very well done and I love towel in the end Joseph proved to Bree how he felt about her, and they go on to have what I assume is a happily ever after. I enjoyed the interaction between the other couples especially the men that Joseph served with with the US military and then onto being military police.
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.
February 24, 2023
This is book 3 in author duo McConnell and Thornton's Black Ops Tag Military Romance series, and I am addicted to these guys! A great rom-com that has the perfect balance of romance and laughs! While this can be read as a standalone, I recommend reading ANDY and CHRIS as well to get an idea of the brotherhood and comradery that these band of military brothers have as well as get an idea of their overall personalities. This book is Joseph and Bree's story and takes place in the same time frame as the previous books as well but all have different stories. This is a wonderful, clean, romance that is sure to captivate and delight. I can't wait to read more...These two authors are my go to for clean rom-com fun!
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.
March 6, 2023
I'm reading these a little out of order but I love the way this series is written. The stories are written at the same time but you are getting different parts of the story as told from other perspectives. First, I read Chris and Genny's story and I absolutely loved it. This one with Joseph and Bree is more intellectual and spy like but no less romantic.
I loved that Joseph "got" Bree. Because of that, he saw her quirks as endearing and lovable. She could protect herself but he was determined to have her back in every way possible.
I can't wait to go back and read Andy's story and looking forward to Pete's. These stories are clean and appropriate for a good, wholesome read with lots of chemistry and a little intrigue.
I was given an arc copy of this book and I willingly offer my honest review.
I loved that Joseph "got" Bree. Because of that, he saw her quirks as endearing and lovable. She could protect herself but he was determined to have her back in every way possible.
I can't wait to go back and read Andy's story and looking forward to Pete's. These stories are clean and appropriate for a good, wholesome read with lots of chemistry and a little intrigue.
I was given an arc copy of this book and I willingly offer my honest review.
April 3, 2023
I loved Joseph: Mission: Harvest Ranch Wedding Book 3 of Black Ops Tag Military Romantic Comedies. Joseph and Bree are working together for the IRS. They are in a “relationship “ for the wedding so people won’t realize what they’d re doing. But things are getting complicated with their investigation and their relationship. The feelings are real but Bree is a very black and white peons and to her they don’t make sense. Joseph is doing everything he can to show her how he feels but she is logical and doesn’t see how thy could have a future; they are just to different. Will Joseph just let her walk away? This was such a sweet, funny story. I just love these characters. I loved that Bree was different. I would definitely recommend this book and the series.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 23, 2024
In this tale there is Bree, awkward but dedicated IRS agent who dreams of being a full time investigator for that agency. Joseph is an attractive and competent IRS investigator who is partnered with Bree to find who is laundering money through an election campaign fund. The two had met years before at a Carnival where Joseph had encouraged Bree to go for her dream of working for the IRS as an investigator, in the years since he had taken a position as an investigator. The twist come when they are not only partnered up but must attend the wedding plus a week of festivities before as a couple. Should be a piece of cake, Joseph is part of the wedding party and Bree will go along as his “fake” girlfriend. If only it was that easy. This is a fun book to read with the new perspective of an event
July 4, 2024
This is the second book in the Black Ops Tag that I’ve read. I liked this one a lot. On several occasions, Bree calls Joseph “Ethan Hunt” and I love that description.
Bree and Joseph clicked from the beginning but neither readily admitted it. The understood each other, trusted each other and worked well together. But Joseph didn't have successful long term relationships and Bree has a lot of sensory issues and insecurities which make it difficult for her as well.
I love that Joseph bought sunglasses in case Bree forgot hers. And she wanted his friends to like her because she knew how important his friends are to him.
I really like Black Ops family and how they’re supportive of each other through it all. I can’t wait for Book 4!
I received an advance review copy from Book Sirens for free and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Bree and Joseph clicked from the beginning but neither readily admitted it. The understood each other, trusted each other and worked well together. But Joseph didn't have successful long term relationships and Bree has a lot of sensory issues and insecurities which make it difficult for her as well.
I love that Joseph bought sunglasses in case Bree forgot hers. And she wanted his friends to like her because she knew how important his friends are to him.
I really like Black Ops family and how they’re supportive of each other through it all. I can’t wait for Book 4!
I received an advance review copy from Book Sirens for free and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 11, 2022
This is my favorite book of this series so far!! Joseph and Bree are the best, and I loved everything about their story! From their sweet and surprising meet cute (seriously, perfect, and it made me so happy that they had already met a few years prior to the events of the wedding week), to their jokes, work as agents for the IRS, the cover op, their sizzling sweet chemistry (those kisses were *chef's kiss*), their vulnerability, getting to see their skills in action, and so much more! As always, it was great getting to see Joseph's interactions with the rest of the guys, as well as with his son, 😍 and Bree being accepted into the group is definitely a great experience.
Completely recommended, and I can't wait to read Pete and Elena's story next! ~ 5 stars!
Completely recommended, and I can't wait to read Pete and Elena's story next! ~ 5 stars!
February 1, 2023
It was so fun to see how Joseph and Bree met! They have so much chemistry and are fun together. This book is a great read with romance, action, and a hint of suspense. There is even some amazing humor, even if you feel slightly immature laughing at it.
It was fun to keep guessing throughout the book on what would happen next because so many moments were unexpected and made it all that much better. These two authors work great together and really tie in the best components of a good book. I feel like each book in this series ties more and more together and answers more questions from the previous book, while also keeping you guessing about the next.
I highly recommend this book and the series.
It was fun to keep guessing throughout the book on what would happen next because so many moments were unexpected and made it all that much better. These two authors work great together and really tie in the best components of a good book. I feel like each book in this series ties more and more together and answers more questions from the previous book, while also keeping you guessing about the next.
I highly recommend this book and the series.
October 27, 2022
Undercover Fun
I've loved Joseph and Chris' books the best so far. The chemistry was off the charts with Chris and Genny. I loved the emotional and intellectual connection with Joseph and Bree. Bree is brilliant, but a little socially awkward. I loved how Joseph was fascinated by the way her brain worked, not disgusted or offended. Bree was adorable, and she and Joseph complemented each other so well.
I loved their mission in this book, it explained a lot of questions I had. It also kept the series from being repetitive. Despite this being the third book all taking place over the same week, there was a lot going on that I didn't previously know about, and I loved that!
My favorite scenes were with Bree breaking into Joseph's room to give him information! She is priceless!
I've loved Joseph and Chris' books the best so far. The chemistry was off the charts with Chris and Genny. I loved the emotional and intellectual connection with Joseph and Bree. Bree is brilliant, but a little socially awkward. I loved how Joseph was fascinated by the way her brain worked, not disgusted or offended. Bree was adorable, and she and Joseph complemented each other so well.
I loved their mission in this book, it explained a lot of questions I had. It also kept the series from being repetitive. Despite this being the third book all taking place over the same week, there was a lot going on that I didn't previously know about, and I loved that!
My favorite scenes were with Bree breaking into Joseph's room to give him information! She is priceless!
October 28, 2022
Best in series so far. Bree Gallagher is an anomaly compared to Joseph's previous dates according to his friends. What they don't know is that she's been assigned as his covert partner during an IRS investigation. Her character really makes this story. She's quirky, funny, and daring. The appreciation that she is shown by the wedding party is delightful.
Action-packed. Easy-to-read. Entertaining. Funny. Happily Ever After. Inspirational. Page-turner. Romantic. Scary. Tear-jerker. Twisted. Unpredictable. Whimsical. Witty. Wonderful characters.
I received a review copy of this book from a third party. This is my honest review.
Action-packed. Easy-to-read. Entertaining. Funny. Happily Ever After. Inspirational. Page-turner. Romantic. Scary. Tear-jerker. Twisted. Unpredictable. Whimsical. Witty. Wonderful characters.
I received a review copy of this book from a third party. This is my honest review.
October 30, 2022
I've been looking forward to learning more about Joseph and Bree who were introduced to us in previous installments in this series. Joseph with his suave good looks had an interesting background but Bree was particularly intriguing. She reminds me of the character played by Emily Deschanel (Dr. Temperance Brennan) on the TV show, Bones who was brilliant, beautiful, and probably on the autism spectrum. Bree was fascinating and so well-written. And I loved the way Joseph appreciated her and helped build up her confidence. They were a great couple. I enjoyed this book and gladly recommend it. I received an ARC and this voluntary review contains my honest opinions.
November 13, 2022
These two are so ridiculously adorable together. From the beginning I’ve been dying to know what the real story was between Bree and Joseph. And to find in Bree the kind of socially strange geek girl who’s going above and beyond to appear “normal”, just resonated in my heart. To then watch Joseph go out of his way to appreciate her for all of those things, gives me so much hope. I think the two messages that stood out strongest to me from this story were that not all things are what they appear and that the right love is worth the work it takes. I kind of hate that we’re getting closer to the end of this series, because I never want to let these characters go.
December 2, 2022
They had met, and she remembered that meeting, but he did not. Bree Gallagher had dreams, but it wasn’t until a chance meeting with Joseph Murphey that she decided to pursue her dream with everything she had in her.
I loved this book. These characters are well written, compelling, and in my opinion very realistic. I think this is a must read with a kick butt female lead and the man that just can't help but to fall in love with her. Laugh out loud funny, some suspense, a happily ever after, and some surprising twists. I highly recommend this book.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
I loved this book. These characters are well written, compelling, and in my opinion very realistic. I think this is a must read with a kick butt female lead and the man that just can't help but to fall in love with her. Laugh out loud funny, some suspense, a happily ever after, and some surprising twists. I highly recommend this book.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
December 5, 2022
Joseph is the 3rd book in the series but since it's the 1st one I've read I can say with certainty to it can easily read and enjoyed on its own. Yes, characters from previous characters have roles to play since Joseph's and Bree's story takes place concurrently with the others in the series. But it is only towards the end that I felt a bit clueless about some events. I thoroughly enjoyed this tongue-in-cheek sweet romance with a truly loveable heroine, her personal cheerleader and lots of great side characters. In one word: adorable!
I received an ARC through Hidden Gems and am leaving this review voluntarily and honestly.
I received an ARC through Hidden Gems and am leaving this review voluntarily and honestly.
July 2, 2023
I received a digital ARC of this book. This is book 3 in the series and I recommend reading them in order. They all center around one week and each book is told from different characters. The main characters are a group of men who were in the military together and are now family. This book is from Joseph’s point of view, and even though I read the first 2 books I had no idea this side story of Joseph’s was going on. I won’t spoil the story. I am really enjoying this series. There are 5 books in the series and I’ll be reading all of the, these books make you want these guys and their significant others to be real so you could be friends with them in real life. Now onto book 4!
January 17, 2024
This was such a fun addition to the series. I really enjoyed it. Probably my favourite of the four books. Bree and Joseph were so different but with great chemistry and it was lovely to see them come together. Bree was not the typical female main character, but it just made her all the more interesting and engaging. With all the stories in this series overlapping, each book adds new layers to explaining everything. I suggest reading all of them for the best reader experience. This is a closed door romance with no harsh language.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 31, 2022
I really enjoyed this third book in the series. There was something magical between Bree and Joseph. I liked how they first met and how they had to work together six years later on a case. The sparks and the banter between the two characters was so much fun. I enjoyed Bree's sweet, innocent, naive character and how she effected Joseph. It made me laugh at times. She was a breath of fresh air and I kept wanting Joseph to tell her he was smitten. I think this is my favorite book in the series. I received an advance copy oif this book and I willingly chose to write an honest review.
November 1, 2022
Joseph: Mission: Harvest Ranch Wedding is a brilliant, fun, clean, romantic comedy. I have been intrigued by Bree since book one. I love her and her red stapler! It was great to read a story about a kick-ass female paired with an equally brilliant and savvy male! Can certainly be read as a stand alone but this series is about the same wedding from different couple's point of view. I am really looking forward to reading Pete's story. These authors write some of the best romantic comedy I have read! Don't miss out on this series.
November 13, 2022
Joseph and Bree both work as IRS agents and are assigned to be a couple in a wedding party of his friends. Loved the characters and her quirks are terrific, from picking locks to taking down guys faster than you can blink. The sass and attitudes of the group and how they all interact was great. So much drama, intrigue, romance, revelations and surprises. Nice twist with the carnival bear. Would love to read more about this group.
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.
November 22, 2022
Are they really together?
Bree and Joseph have gone undercover as they go to Andy and America's wedding. All of Joseph's friends think they are a couple. Are they a couple, or is it just for the wedding?
What are they trying to prove? They aren't alike in any way, will they even be good together ?
Another delightful story from Harvest Ranch and more Black Ops Tag. Plus another book I couldn't put down!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Bree and Joseph have gone undercover as they go to Andy and America's wedding. All of Joseph's friends think they are a couple. Are they a couple, or is it just for the wedding?
What are they trying to prove? They aren't alike in any way, will they even be good together ?
Another delightful story from Harvest Ranch and more Black Ops Tag. Plus another book I couldn't put down!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 22, 2022
Joseph: Harvest Ranch Wedding Book 3 in a Black Ops Tag by Ellie Thornton and Lucy McConnell. I really enjoyed this book. I thought Bree and Joseph were great characters. They have gone undercover at Andy and America's wedding to uncover a money laundry operation. I liked that both characters were strong and outstanding at their IRS agent jobs. I believe that this book has everything I enjoy; action, suspense, and romance. I am looking forward to reading the next book in this series. I received an arc for free and am leaving my review voluntarily.
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