A man determined to protect her…
Caleb Martin is no stranger to hazardous situations. He’s seen enough bloodshed to last two lifetimes. When an innocent evening takes a dangerous turn, Caleb takes matters into his own hands. If she wants his help, it’s his rules, his way. Period.
A woman who won’t be controlled…
When it comes to relationships, Samantha keeps things casual, unassuming. Safe. … Safe. Caleb Martin is far from safe. His ‘my way or the highway’ attitude pushes all the wrong buttons, and she’d sworn no man would have that kind of power over her again.
A hunger that won’t be denied…
Protecting Samantha from the man that stalks her shouldn’t test his patience–or his control–but her smart mouth and hot Irish temper stoke the fuel of his desire. She is pure sin–a distraction he doesn’t need, a temptation he can’t resist.
Despite their animosity, Caleb has starred in her fantasies for years. His ruthless sensuality proves to be more potent than she ever imagined. As Caleb masters her body, Samantha must keep a tight grip her heart.
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Shadow of Sin is a sexy, intelligent romantic suspense. Parker Kincade never disappoints. Her Alpha heroes are the stuff dreams are made of…to say nothing of several fantasies!
Samantha has been a fixture within his family for years. She has also been a thorn in his side for just as long. But when danger finders her can Caleb protect her and his heart?
Shadow of Sin by Parker Kincade is second in The Martin Family series. I enjoyed meeting Caleb and Samantha. And while this is second in the series I did not feel lost.
I liked Samantha’s sassiness even as danger surrounded her. She was determined that fear would not dictate her actions. I loved seeing her fight Caleb for his respect. And Ms. Kincade showed Caleb the nature of the woman he was coming to not only understand but also love. Watching Samantha and Caleb fight their growing attraction and then try to put limits upon their interactions was good for endless enjoyment.
I love that Ms. Kincade did not make it easy for Caleb or Samantha to trust. Their pasts scarred them in ways that made control essential to them both. I love that Ms. Kincade allowed their journey towards happily ever after to take unexpected twists and turns. I loved that both Caleb and Samantha needed to learn to trust themselves and each other. This was my first time reading Ms. Kincade’s work but it definitely will not be the last.
Five Shooting Stars
Fantastic book full of everything you need to hold your interest and keep you wanting more. The suspense alone is enough to keep you turning the pages but throw in the action, steamy romance and a strong alpha male and female fighting for survival, as well as love and family and you cannot go wrong with this story. Caleb is the epitome of dominate alpha male determined to protect those he loves from harm. Haunted by his personal demons from the past, he holds himself responsible for his family’s safety and protection vowing he will always be there to keep them safe. Samantha is a strong willed, independent woman struggling with her own issues from the past. She promised herself long ago that no man, no matter what, would ever control her again. When two damaged souls with strong personalities and unbendable wills collide, the sparks fly.
Caleb Martin is tormented by nightmares of his men dying in battle. He was left severely wounded, barely surviving himself, and unable to aid them. He holds himself responsible for the outcome of that fateful day and vowed to himself that if he survived he would never fail anyone again. Once recovered he formed Martin Tactical, along with is younger brothers and sister, to both keep his skilled honed and as a way to keep his family together; so he could watch out for them and keep them safe. When his little sister’s best friend is being stalked and threatened by one of her client’s husbands he steps in, on his sister’s behalf…or so he tells himself, to keep her safe. When the stalker ups his game and she is put is harm’s way, Caleb sequesters her to his home for protection where having her in his space sheds a whole new light on his true feelings for the fiery, Irish redhead.
Samantha Quinn has been friends with the Martin’s, specifically Alex and Amanda, since they were young. Secretly she has always had a crush on Caleb but he could barely tolerate her presence; to him she was nothing but a trouble-maker. Her current situation is no different. Using her law degree, she helps the battered wife of a powerful man disappear and he wants her back. Threats, vandalism at her office and a break-in at her apartment start a series of events that force her into the Martin compound and under Caleb’s thumb. With the trauma of her upbringing and Caleb’s demanding, controlling presence she battles with herself to sort her feelings between past and present. Can she separate her upbringing from her present circumstances or will she allow her past to dictate her future? Will Caleb’s overbearing presence be too much to handle?
Caleb, Sam and the rest of the Martin clan sift through clues; digging for whatever information they can find seeking the identity of the stalker to eliminate the threat to her life. When pieces start clicking together, shocking information comes to light but after a misunderstanding Sam finds herself in imminent danger. Can Caleb and the others solve the puzzle and get to her before it is too late?