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Second Chances #4
Second Time Around
FBI Agent Bryan Jackson has just spent two of the longest years of his life undercover. He’s seen and done things he’ll never be able to forget. Now that he’s back in the real world once again, he’s not sure he can continue to do the job. He feels broken inside and needs some time away from the job to re-evaluate his priorities. Hiding out in Castle Peaks, Montana seems just the thing to help him heal.
Jessame Marshall is a pediatric oncology nurse, who has picked up a stalker. When an opportunity presents itself for her to leave Florida behind, and hopefully her unwanted admirer, she jumps at the chance. When her stalker finds her, she needs help, but the one thing she could do to help herself, she won’t. She has a secret, and must decide if keeping that is more important than protecting herself.
The pair find themselves drawn to each other, not only by their circumstances, but by an attraction that goes way beyond the physical. As they deal with Jessame’s stalker, an unexpected death, and an accidental fire, they find themselves not only relying on each other, but returning to their roots and Christian belief system.
Return to Castle Peaks, to see if the problems of the past will keep these two from finding the promise of a future – the second time around.
Jessame Marshall is a pediatric oncology nurse, who has picked up a stalker. When an opportunity presents itself for her to leave Florida behind, and hopefully her unwanted admirer, she jumps at the chance. When her stalker finds her, she needs help, but the one thing she could do to help herself, she won’t. She has a secret, and must decide if keeping that is more important than protecting herself.
The pair find themselves drawn to each other, not only by their circumstances, but by an attraction that goes way beyond the physical. As they deal with Jessame’s stalker, an unexpected death, and an accidental fire, they find themselves not only relying on each other, but returning to their roots and Christian belief system.
Return to Castle Peaks, to see if the problems of the past will keep these two from finding the promise of a future – the second time around.
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Published October 1, 2021
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Morris Fenris
118 books100 followersMorris Fenris loves to let his imagination paint pictures in a wide variety of genres. His current book list includes everything from Christian romance to an action-packed Western romance series, to inspirational and Christmas holiday romance.
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July 13, 2026
Current day
Castle Peaks, Montana
Main Characters : Jessame Marshall: a paediatric oncology nurse
Agent Bryan Jackson: FBI agent, ex-undercover in human trafficking
Jess is fairly new to Castle Peaks, taking a position at the local clinic. She left Florida to escape a stalker.
Bryan needed to take some time off to recover from taking down an evil organization. He was sent to a very nice safe house in the mountains. My police work is in his blood, so Jess is a problem became his to help solve.
Interesting little story that moved along a little too quickly, like a novella, which it wasn’t. It was just too brief of time before they were both drawn to each other, especially with Brian having such a horrific background in fighting human trafficking. He was just a little too normal in my estimation. For a person who didn’t want to get involved romantically, he fell for Jess too quickly.
It felt like this was written for young adults, and the full stalker storyline wrapped up too quickly and completely.
Nice faith content, though!
Oh, and that cover? That is not at all the way I pictured them. These look like teenagers compared to who they really were. This was not a lighthearted book. Much more serious than the cover seems to indicate.
Castle Peaks, Montana
Main Characters : Jessame Marshall: a paediatric oncology nurse
Agent Bryan Jackson: FBI agent, ex-undercover in human trafficking
Jess is fairly new to Castle Peaks, taking a position at the local clinic. She left Florida to escape a stalker.
Bryan needed to take some time off to recover from taking down an evil organization. He was sent to a very nice safe house in the mountains. My police work is in his blood, so Jess is a problem became his to help solve.
Interesting little story that moved along a little too quickly, like a novella, which it wasn’t. It was just too brief of time before they were both drawn to each other, especially with Brian having such a horrific background in fighting human trafficking. He was just a little too normal in my estimation. For a person who didn’t want to get involved romantically, he fell for Jess too quickly.
It felt like this was written for young adults, and the full stalker storyline wrapped up too quickly and completely.
Nice faith content, though!
Oh, and that cover? That is not at all the way I pictured them. These look like teenagers compared to who they really were. This was not a lighthearted book. Much more serious than the cover seems to indicate.
August 12, 2018
Good
this book is one that brings people together and he helped t.some people to come to the Lord and understand .
this book is one that brings people together and he helped t.some people to come to the Lord and understand .
December 9, 2017
This came in a free Kindle boxed set. There were a few awkward sentences or repetitions, but this was generally well-written and easy to read. The plot was fine, and not overly predictable.
December 29, 2018
This story is about Bryan an FBI agent trying to forget what happened when he was deep undercover the last two years and Jess a Pediatric Oncology Nurse who left her job in Florida to escape a stalker. Both escape to Castle Peak a small quiet town in Montana to attempt to heal. They meet shortly after Bryan arrives in Castle Peak and there is and immediate attraction... Bryan and others in the town notice that something is troubling Jess, but she is afraid of ligate anyone about her stalker, who has been calling and texting her again. As their relationship grows Bryan finds out about her stalker and will do anything in his power to protect Jess whom he is falling for, including reaching out to contacts in the FBI, the police in Florida and the local town Sheriff.
May 24, 2017
This book started off slowly (for my taste) but then got better, so I'm glad I persisted in reading it. I liked that the author made God a part of the characters' lives. I liked that the author made Bryan so protective of those he cares about and how the author managed to interweave the two story lines. I half-expected Tami to break open some part of Bryan's previous case about the abducted women.
There were some point-of-view shifts (at least once the narrative slipped into first person when most of it was in third person) and a few typos that I noticed, so if those things bother you, you might want to skip this book.
I had not read any previous books in this series.
There were some point-of-view shifts (at least once the narrative slipped into first person when most of it was in third person) and a few typos that I noticed, so if those things bother you, you might want to skip this book.
I had not read any previous books in this series.
July 31, 2020
The books in this set keep getting better and better than the book before. When reading one of the books you can’t think any could top it but he does it every time. This author is absolutely one of the greatest that I have ever read. Yes there are mistakes in the books but the stories are so great that I don’t even care about the mistakes. I am getting ready to start book five now and he is going to have to go some to top Second Time Around but with each book being better than the last I believe he will do it. Morris has quickly become one of my all time favorite authors.
May 21, 2018
Great
A perfectly written story presenting the action in loving, thoughtful ways. It was just long enough to Keep one turning the pages , hold one's interest and leave the reader with uplifted spirits. A writing job well done. I wish I could afford more of Mr. Fenris' books. I encourage anyone who has not acquainted him/herself with his writings to do so.
A perfectly written story presenting the action in loving, thoughtful ways. It was just long enough to Keep one turning the pages , hold one's interest and leave the reader with uplifted spirits. A writing job well done. I wish I could afford more of Mr. Fenris' books. I encourage anyone who has not acquainted him/herself with his writings to do so.
May 23, 2017
Second Time Around
I loved this book. The characters and the storyline kept me engrossed to the end. Each book can be read as a standalone. I can't wait to read others in the series.
I loved this book. The characters and the storyline kept me engrossed to the end. Each book can be read as a standalone. I can't wait to read others in the series.
March 9, 2018
Take the characters from the first three books for basic day-to-day normalcy and throw in a stalker. That adds drama to your every day life and a good mystery to the book. Couldn't put the book down - read in one sitting.
Well done. On to book 5 - can't wait to see what it's about.
Well done. On to book 5 - can't wait to see what it's about.
May 7, 2018
Follow the clues.
Bryan has come to Castle Peaks to get his life back together. He meets Jess the first night in town. Neither are looking for someone to date. But things happen that bring them together.
Bryan has come to Castle Peaks to get his life back together. He meets Jess the first night in town. Neither are looking for someone to date. But things happen that bring them together.
May 9, 2018
Ebook
She’s running from a stalker, determined to live her life with no help from God or friends. He is in Montana to escape the last assignment for the FBI. He’s had enough and needs a new life. They find each other and a second chance
She’s running from a stalker, determined to live her life with no help from God or friends. He is in Montana to escape the last assignment for the FBI. He’s had enough and needs a new life. They find each other and a second chance
August 13, 2018
Very interesting book
I enjoyed reading this book about Jess and Bryan's story. So many!lives were involved in this book. The outcome was perfectly portrayed. The spiritual aspect is what I enjoyed reading the most.
I enjoyed reading this book about Jess and Bryan's story. So many!lives were involved in this book. The outcome was perfectly portrayed. The spiritual aspect is what I enjoyed reading the most.
August 29, 2020
Another excellent book by Morris Fenris! He is definitely one of my top favorite authors. His books are really hard to put down. So many emotions in this book, and characters you fall in love with. I will definitely be buying all of his books.
January 13, 2021
Love this series
This is a sequel but could be stand alone - either way it’s a great book! I love revisiting with original characters and meeting new characters !
A book of hope, love and Christian joy !
This is a sequel but could be stand alone - either way it’s a great book! I love revisiting with original characters and meeting new characters !
A book of hope, love and Christian joy !
January 10, 2018
Amazing
This is one of those fast paced really moving stories.Thrills,mystery and suspense.I was sitting on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next.
This is one of those fast paced really moving stories.Thrills,mystery and suspense.I was sitting on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next.
December 31, 2018
Suspense?
This book gives you both suspense and romance. You get to feel like you are living in the town with the characters. Well written. A. A nice easy read.
This book gives you both suspense and romance. You get to feel like you are living in the town with the characters. Well written. A. A nice easy read.
February 1, 2019
Great!
A wonderful story of two people who move to a new town searching for healing and answers. Issues have come up and they get a second chance.
A wonderful story of two people who move to a new town searching for healing and answers. Issues have come up and they get a second chance.
February 21, 2019
Good selection
This book was very enjoyable. Nice way to spend a snowy afternoon. Romantic without getting detailed sex. The author writes well.
This book was very enjoyable. Nice way to spend a snowy afternoon. Romantic without getting detailed sex. The author writes well.
June 17, 2019
Book #4, great easy read romance with some fun mystery thrown in there.
August 12, 2019
Review under box set
June 29, 2022
Great book
March 17, 2017
Love these books
Jess and Bryan lead different love but both like to help people. Jess is a nurse in a cancer clinic. Bryan works for the FBI and just finished a two year undercover operation. They meet in this small town. The emotions in this flow all over the place from happy to sad to stressful and sometimes relaxed. Love all the stuff and people they help. Love this book.
Jess and Bryan lead different love but both like to help people. Jess is a nurse in a cancer clinic. Bryan works for the FBI and just finished a two year undercover operation. They meet in this small town. The emotions in this flow all over the place from happy to sad to stressful and sometimes relaxed. Love all the stuff and people they help. Love this book.
August 31, 2017
I liked the characters and the story and the faith element. A little editing could have improved the flow and readability.
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