Review: Blind Faith by Rebecca Zanetti

Blind Faith (Sin Brothers #3) by Rebecca Zanetti

Publication Date: May 6th 2014 by Forever

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About the book:

A betrayal he couldn't forget . . . For Nate Dean, love is a four-letter word. As part of a secret black-ops military unit, he and his brothers were genetically engineered by the government to be ruthless soldiers with an expiration date. They were loyal only to one another . . . until Nate laid eyes on the woman who stole his heart and blew his world apart. Now, years later, his family is still paying the price for his mistake. But as time runs out, there's only one person who can save his family: the very woman Nate swore he'd never trust again.

A love she couldn't deny . . .

The moment Audrey Madison spies Nate across a crowded ballroom, she can barely breathe. He's just as undeniably sexy as she remembers, yet there's an edge to him now that's as irresistible as it is dangerous. When he asks for her help, Audrey can't refuse. But she has secrets of her own--secrets that, if Nate ever discovers them, may cost them both their lives . . .

My Thoughts:

Blind Faith continues the story of the Dean Brother’s who were raised to be super soldiers, but escaped to lead a normal life. Unfortunately, the cruel commander that oversaw the program in which they were born doesn’t want to let them go, and had chips implanted in them, scheduled to detonate in weeks if they don’t return to service.  Blind Faith is Nate’s story, the brother who sacrificed to give little bits of normal to his younger brothers, so they would know what it felt like to be loved and part of a family.  Something each one of them desperately craved. 

Nate’s brothers are everything to him, but there is one woman he left behind that he can’t forget. Audrey Madison, the daughter of one of the doctors working at the base. Audrey broke up with Nate, and he’s angry with her for giving up.  But years later he needs her help to disable the deadly chips because they’re running out of time. 

If you enjoy romantic suspense you definitely need to try the Sin Brothers series.  All of the books are filled with twists, thrills, and action, while not sacrificing the romance portion of the story. Sometimes with action/suspense stories, the romance is light or not well fleshed out, but that is not the case here. Nate and Audrey have a history and still have delicious chemistry in spite of their attempts to resist each other.  I love it when a couple work through the hurts of the past and let them go.  Once Nate and Audrey lay eyes on each other after spending years apart, there’s no going back. 

While the danger with the commander and the chips has not past, Nate and Audrey’s romance wraps up nicely, and I just know the Dean Brothers will find a solution in the concluding book of the series, Total Surrender, which is already out.  I’ll be picking that up very soon.

4 Suns

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Review: Sweet Revenge by Rebecca Zanetti

Sweet Revenge (Sin Brothers #2) by Rebecca Zanetti

Publication Date: December 3rd 2013 by Forever

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About the book:

The One Man She Can't Have

Matt Dean was born to fight…and kill. A member of a secret black-ops military unit, he and his brothers were genetically engineered by the government to be the perfect soldiers with an expiration date. Now, with time running out, he's gone rogue in a relentless quest for the one person who can save them. His mission leads him to Charmed, Idaho…and to a beautiful woman with eyes like emeralds and a body made for pleasure.

The One Woman He Can't Resist

Laney Jacobs knows the mysterious, handsome stranger is trouble from the moment he walks into her bar, looking for a job. She's spent years running from her own past—the last thing she needs is a romantic entanglement. But Matt's strong arms offer her protection, and his gentle touch promises passion unlike anything she's ever known. As lethal forces surround them, revealing explosive secrets about Matt's past and putting everything—and everyone—he holds dear in danger, can he save them all before time runs out?

My Thoughts:

I love it when a book keeps me at the edge of my seat, and the danger, excitement, and spicy romance contained in Sweet Revenge ticked all the right boxes for me! If you love romantic suspense like I do, you can’t go wrong with Rebecca Zanetti!

Matt Dean, is in pursuit of the infamous Dr. Peters, the doctor who implanted the devices in their spines set to detonate in just six weeks, ending the Gray brother’s lives.  A list of suspects brings him to Charmed, Idaho where he meets the sexy bartender, Laney.  Meeting Laney provides Matt with a perfect cover when she offers to hire Matt as a bouncer/fill in bartender, and he’s happy to stay close to the gorgeous and sassy bar-owner.  Little does Matt know that Laney has her own share of dangerous secrets.  Matt feels an immediate pull towards her, but what touches him the most is the help and care she extends.

Raised expressly to become elite soldiers and killing machines, Matt and his brothers were never shown love or kindness. The only love they knew was between the brothers, and they banded together to escape their evil commander and his plans. Their escape will be cut short if they don’t find the surgeon to deactivate the chips and the clock is ticking.

Laney is on the run from a dangerous past, but has spent the last three years in Charmed, Idaho in relative peace. That’s until the hunky and hot ex-soldier passes out in her alleyway.  Laney doesn’t count on having any future with a man because of her past trouble, but it’s hard to ignore the magnetic pull Matt has on her.  Add to all of this is the threatening notes she starts receiving made all the more scary when her friend is brutally murdered.  Is there a stalker/killer loose in the idyllic small country town?  Or is it Laney’s past finally catching up to her? Whatever it is, she’s happy to have Matt at her back. Matt and Laney come to rely on each other in spite of their pasts. 

Rebecca Zanetti is a master at romantic suspense and she did not disappoint with this installment of the Sin Brothers series.  Not only was I on the edge of my seat trying to figure out the identity of the surgeon, there were a few possibilities in town, but I was anxious over Laney being targeted by the serial killer! Add in Matt’s internal ticking time bomb and there was never a dull moment! The ending was one thrill ride!

At the heart of the story are two souls connected deeply. Both thought they’d never have a chance at happily-ever-after; the love and comfort they find in each other is something they’ve never experienced, and something they won’t let go of:

“I’ve lost everyone I’ve ever cared about, and I’ve never loved somebody like this. I can’t lose it, and I won’t lose you … This has nothing to do with equal rights or trust. This is life, and you’re mine.” 

This story wraps up nicely like Forgotten Sins did, but continuing story arc of the evil commander and his pursuit of the Gray brothers is still up in the air.  There were some progress made, but one threat I had hoped resolved is still looming over the boys.

4 Suns

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Review: Forgotten Sins by Rebecca Zanetti

Forgotten Sins (Sin Brothers #1) by Rebecca Zanetti
Publication Date: July 2nd 2013 by Grand Central Publishing
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About the book:

His Secrets Can Destroy Her

From the moment Josie laid eyes on sexy, mysterious Shane Dean, she was in love. Their desire ignited a passionate affair, and within weeks, Shane had slipped a ring on her finger. It seemed her every fantasy was coming true . . . until her new husband disappeared without a trace. Now, two years and one broken heart later, Josie is shocked by the hospital calls: Shane has been found . . . at a crime scene with no memory of how he got there.

Her Love Can Save Him

Shane can't remember the blue-eyed angel at his bedside—or who he even is—but he knows something isn't right. His hearing is razor sharp, his physical strength incredible, and the urge to protect Josie overwhelming. For powerful enemies are hunting him, and Josie is the key to discovering why. As Shane struggles to unravel his past, dangerous new truths come to light. Can he protect the only woman he's ever loved? And can Josie trust a man she thought she knew—one who carries such a deadly secret?

My Thoughts:
I love romantic suspense. Government conspiracy, super soldiers, and a fiery romance all come together to make Forgotten Sins a thrilling and fun read!

Josie’s husband, Shane Dean left without a backwards glance or phone call two years ago, leaving her heart in tatters. They had a passionate whirlwind affair and got married three weeks later, and she felt she finally had someone to call her own, after growing up in and out of foster care.

When she’d given her vows, she’d meant them. In her lonely, solitary life, she’d given her heart once and once only. She’d never get it back.

When Josie is called to pick her husband up after he’s mugged and left with no memory, she’s shocked. Where’s he been all this time? If Shane somehow thinks they can just pick up where they left off, he’s got another thing coming, but Josie can’t just leave him high and dry with no memory or place to go.

Shane has no recollection of how he was injured but he knows the other guys ended up a lot worse. He has deadly skills, and apparently a gorgeous wife that he left two years ago. When he lays eyes on Josie his mind might not recall her, but his body and heart does. Shane can’t imagine any good reason why he left before, but he won’t make the same mistake twice. He’s determined to gain his wife and memory back, but he also needs to figure out why he was attacked.

This was an action packed read pretty much from the beginning all the way through, and I had a blast reading this. Shane and Josie were at danger at every turn and trying to figure out why had me glued to the pages.

Josie is distrustful of Shane and with good reason; he broke her heart and kept secrets. But now that he’s back, Shane is more forthcoming and so Josie dares to hope for a future. Josie is the one thing that Shane ever wanted for this own; as his memories come back so does the knowledge of his intense love for Josie. The pull they have towards one another cannot be ignored. In between trying to stay alive, Shane and Josie can barely keep their hands off each other:

“Did I ever tie you up, darlin’?”
Desire shot through her like a shot of hard whiskey. “No.” She tried to move, tug her wrists free.
“Too bad. Restraining you excites me.” The knife clattered to the floor. “If you don’t want gentle, you should’ve said so.” He flipped her around, and his lips crushed down on hers.
She didn’t want gentle. She wanted Shane—all of him.

Shane and Josie’s story was thrilling from the get go! This is the first story in a continuing series that will center on each of the Dean Brothers. So while Josie and Shane’s story wrapped up, the main story arc did not and continues with Matt the eldest brother. I can’t wait to read his story next!

4 Suns

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Blog Tour Review & Giveaway: Rising Assets by Rebecca Zanetti

Today I'm part of the Blog Tour for Rising Assets by Rebecca Zanetti. I've read and loved Rebecca Zanetti's writing so I was excited to get my hands on this! For this tour stop I have my review as well as an awesome and generous Giveaway of $25 Amazon Giftcard so be sure and scroll down to the bottom of the post to enter for a chance to win!

Rising Assets (Maverick Montana #3) by Rebecca Zanetti

Publication Date: March 31st 2014 by Entangled Brazen

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About the book:

Friends with benefits was never the plan…

Melanie Jacobs is in trouble. With three jobs—including running her ranch—and dwindling funds, she’s exhausted. Not to mention desperately trying to hide a secret. Unfortunately, her best friend Colton Freeze knows all too well that’s something is going on, and he won’t give up until he knows exactly what he needs to fix.


Then Colton learns the truth—that Melanie’s future happiness rests in the fickle hands of fate, and her chances for having a family are shrinking with every passing day. Her only comfort is Colton, but when a heated argument between them turns into an even hotter kiss, the boundaries of their friendship are erased, leaving only a scorching-hot hunger formore.


Every kiss—every touch—is a stolen pleasure. But will their new friends-with-sexy-benefits arrangement bring them closer together, or destroy everything they once shared?

My Thoughts:

I picked up Rising Assets immediately after a really depressing and frustrating read, thinking that I needed something hot, fun, and passionate with very little drama to get me back into a decent mood.  Rising Assets was that and much more being one of my favorite types of romance: friends-to-lovers! Add in sexy, bossy cowboys, and loving family and I was back in book bliss!

Melanie, Colton, and Hawk have been best friends while growing up in the small town of Mineral Lake, Montana.   Melanie has always felt an attraction for Colton but never wanted to take it to the next level because she’s witnessed many women come and go in Colton's life and didn’t want to ruin their relationship for a short time of passion. When Colton comes back from college and finds out Melanie is having some financial difficulty, he steps in to help and won’t take no for an answer.  Colton is more possessive since returning and in a heated argument, anger turns to lust and they cross boundaries. This couldn’t happen at a worse time because Melanie is not looking to fool around, especially when her biological clock demands immediate attention.

Colton is shocked to find out Melanie is in trouble and didn’t share it with him. She’s working three jobs killing herself, and Colton is not about to just sit by and watch. Not when he has the ability to step in and help. More shocking though is the intense feelings he’s having for Mel, sure he’s always found her hot, but now he can’t fight his possessive and protective feelings he has for her, especially when he finds out what’s really at the bottom of all Mel’s problems.

Everyone but Mel and Colt realize they’re meant-to-be, and it’s just a matter of time before they clue in.  The minute Colt returns you can feel the sexual tension pulsing between these two!  Like I said in the outset I wanted a romance with little angst, and that’s what I got. I had fun with the push and pull, and the payoffs were flipping hot!  His bossy and controlling ways transferred to the bedroom which made for some fiery scenes!

“I like to be in control in the bedroom, and you like giving it up.” She gasped and jerked away. “I do not.” Oh yeah. Cat and mouse. One of his favorite games—and one he’d bet Melanie had never played.  He leaned in until his mouth rested against her ear. “Sure you do. I bet you’re wet right now.”

Whoa!

I loved the small town and big family dynamic! Colt’s family, especially his mom was just lovely to Mel.  This romance was rich in a supportive cast, and I just love it when there’s a solid family/friend structure.

This is the third story in the Maverick Montana series, but you don’t need to read the first books to enjoy this.  You do get glimpses of the previous couples, so this would be a treat for any who’ve read the earlier books. This is the second book I’ve read by Rebecca Zanetti and it won’t be the last.

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Growing up amid the glorious backdrops and winter wonderlands of the Pacific Northwest has given Rebecca fantastic scenery and adventures to weave into her stories. She resides in the wild north with her husband, children, and extended family who inspire her every day--or at the very least give her plenty of characters to write about.

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Blog Tour & Review: Under the Covers (Maverick Montana, #2) by Rebecca Zanetti

Today Waves of Fiction is participating in the blog tour for Under the Covers by Rebecca Zanetti hosted by Entangled Publishing.

Under the Covers (Maverick Montana #2) by Rebecca Zanetti
Published on May 27, 2013 by Entangled Brazen
Purchase: Amazon

About the book
Opposites don’t attract. They ignite.

The small Montana town near the Kooskia reserve seemed like the perfect place for Juliet Montgomery to hide from her not-so-law-abiding family. But when her peace is shattered by a break-in and threatening phone calls, it’s clear someone back in New York knows where she is. It’s time to plan her getaway, and fast—but first, she needs to tie up a few loose ends. Namely, finding out exactly what the town’s sexy cowboy sheriff is hiding in his holster...


Sheriff Quinn Lodge has enough demons of his own to know when someone’s hiding something. Clearly, he needs to do a thorough investigation to uncover what’s beneath Juliet’s uptight, city-girl exterior—preferably one piece of clothing at a time. But when their chemistry goes from fizzy to full-on explosive, things start getting complicated. How can Juliet stay beneath the covers with Quinn, when doing so means blowing her cover?

My Thoughts:
After reading Against the Wall I knew I wanted to read the rest of this series and I was super excited when I saw Quinn would be the next Lodge brother to get his book.  Under the Covers was just as steamy as the first book in the series and delivers just what every romance reader loves a hot alpha male, a woman who can put him in his place, and a side mystery that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Quinn is the sheriff and he has had his eyes on Juliet for quite some time.  He knows she is keeping secrets, but assumes they aren't big enough secrets to get in the way of whatever they have between them. Juliet isn't who Quinn thinks she is and she knows that if her finds out what she is hiding things will never be the same between them.

When you have secrets in stories I think you have to be careful, too big of a secret and I find the character completely nonredeemable too little of a secret and I get the "who cares" feeling and want to flick the character.  Ms.Zanetti does a wonderful job with Juliet's secret and I was so relived!  I wanted to continue liking Juliet and I wanted whatever her secret was to be something Quinn could help with and not hate her for. When everything came out I was proud of Juliet for how she handled things and how she didn't back down from her past.  Sometimes things just catch up with you and she laid it all out there for Quinn to see. Was it a little late in the story, maybe a smidge but I have to give the girl credit for not backing down.

I really enjoyed the push and pull between Quinn and Juliet.  Quinn is the alpha male and I really loved him.  The one thing I wished would have been different was how his PTSD was dealt with. There is a scene between these two that terrified me, but it is glossed over and I think it deserved more attention.  I understand that it wasn't a huge part of the story, but it was brought up and when this particular situation happened it made his PTSD a big part of the story in my eyes.  I would have liked to have seen more development in this area.

Other than that though I did enjoy this newest addition to the Maverick Montana series and I cannot wait to read more!  I am HOPING we get Dawns story next, but I have a feeling it will be Colt's and that is just as good.

3.5 Suns

Blog Tour Review & Giveaway: Against the Wall by Rebecca Zanetti

Today, Waves of Fiction is excited to participate in the blog tour for Against the Wall by Rebecca Zanetti hosted by Entangled Publishing.

Against the Wall by Rebecca Zanetti
Published on March 25, 2013 by Entangled Publishing (Brazen)
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About the book
Never challenge a cowboy in the courtroom…

Surveying the proposed site for a high-end golf course should have been a breeze for spunky Landscape Architect Sophie Smith. But when this born-and-bred city girl is suddenly—and quite literally—swept off her feet by a sexy cowboy on horseback, she realizes that the country life has some serious (and seriously steamy!) possibilities. That is, until she finds out exactly who her smokin’-hot wrangler really is.

Cowboy and Tribal lawyer Jack Lodge is desperately trying to block the development. And if that means playing hardball—and being every inch the shark lawyer—so be it. But Sophie is a distraction he didn’t expect. A distraction that makes his blood burn.

Two different worlds. Two opposing sides. And when they finally give into the exquisite temptation, the consequences will shake the foundations of both of their lives…

My Thoughts:
Against the Wall was a fun heat scorching book.  It made me long for a cowboy of my own and I discovered that cowboys can have a very dark and sexy side that all women should experience!

Sophie, needing to help save her Uncles business, heads to Montana to try and win over the local tribe and hopefully start construction on golf course that she designed.  What she didn't count on was a very small town that talks about everything and the town lawyer being more than she could handle.  The story spirals completely out of control with some of the best steamy scenes I have ever read and a wonderful duo that put the spice in spicy.

I really enjoyed this story.  Entangled's Brazen line is quickly becoming one of my favorites and Against the Wall is another great addition.  Sophie and Jake were amazing together.  I loved how Jake was very much the alpha male and I was honestly quite shocked at a few scenes with him.  When I think cowboy I think gentlemanly and down home, but Jake was well he was part aw shucks and part Fifty!  He was very dominate and I have to admit I loved him ha!  Sophie was a great counter to his alpha.  She let him get his way most of the time, but she did have a fire in her that sparked every now and then that gave him a run for his money.  I would have liked to have seen her make him beg just a little bit more, but I can't complain because she was awesome.

I did have a few issues with the overall storyline.  There is something that happens that I can't say, but I don't think this issue was dealt with the right way in my opinion.  I wanted more of a reaction from Sophie in the beginning and it all felt a little reckless.  I wouldn't have minded if this happened at the end of the book as I think it would have fit better.  I wanted Jake to learn from his past not recreate it.  This issue is a big one for me so I am going to have to knock 2 suns from my rating.  My other issue that bugged me throughout the story was the Jake's daughter kept disappearing!  He was the devoted father and that made me love him even more, but that little girl was never around!  Every time Sophie and Jake would start to get hot and heavy I kept looking ahead wondering if they would get caught.  Lelia (Jake's daughter) must have had a spare room at her grandma's house lol!

Other than that this book was a lot of fun and I will definitely check out more from this author!  I am really hoping that we get a few more stories set in this world.  Quinn, Colton, and Dawn were amazing secondary characters and I would love to see their HEAs!

3.5 Suns

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Growing up amid the glorious backdrops and winter wonderlands of the Pacific Northwest has given Rebecca fantastic scenery and adventures to weave into her stories. She resides in the wild north with her husband, children, and extended family who inspire her every day--or at the very
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