Logan Knight is a real life knight in shining armor. A detective godsend in a sleek black suit has me thinking less than secretive thoughts.Brooding and mysterious, he’s the kind of guy every girl instantly notices. Between his seductive smirk and charming good looks, it’s no wonder I can’t help the way he makes me feel whenever I’m near him. Too bad he’s unavailable—or so he says.He thinks I’m … says.
He thinks I’m a do-gooder who shouldn’t get involved with a guy like him. His past is messy and relationships just add to that. He insists the timing is all wrong and he’s devoted to his career, but I don’t buy that excuse for a second. I see the way his body tenses and his jaw ticks every time another guy is around me. He just won’t admit it, but I’m more determined than ever to show him what he’s missing.
I’m a devoted animal rescuer and I’ll risk everything to save them, but when a dramatic turn of events puts both our lives at risk, I’m positive Logan will write me off for good. But when he asks for my help with a personal crisis, I know it’s my last chance to finally show him I can handle anything he throws my way—messy past and all.
He might think he has me all figured out, but I’ll prove him wrong no matter what he thinks. This game of push and pull has me running in circles. One wrong move and we could both lose.
Checkmate, Knight.
This is book 1 in the Logan & Kayla duet and must be read first. Suggested for mature readers only.
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Absolutely love Logan and Kayla!!! Can’t wait to see what their future holds!
Another hit in the Checkmate Duet Series and this time around we have detective Logan Knight and animal lover and rescuer Kayla Sinclair’s story who have met each other through mutual friends. Kayla has had a thing for Mr. Knight, however, he is not looking for a relationship and tends to keep is personal life on the down low. Over time their friendship has grown to a point where Kayla has asked him to help her out in a bind and even rescued her in situation(s) that Logan did not expect her to be in.
She has wondered why the hesitation and sees that there is an interest there but is holding back. She is determined to prove to him that she can be more for him regardless of his secrets. Logan thinks she knows Kayla and getting to know her more and seeing her in a new light has started opening his eyes to this unexpecting beauty.
Just when their were relationship is progressing forward we were left with a cliffy that will have you itching more stat and hope that not all is lost.
Well that was not the cliffhanger that I expected.
I was intrigued by Logan and Kayla’s story when they were brought up in the last duet. I honestly think that Logan fought his feelings for way too long on this. One totally awesome thing about this story….. NO MIA FREAKING MONTGOMERY!!!!! Thank heavens! That chick was starting to really annoy the crap out of me. And honestly I was wondering if Maggie was going to be another Mia…. so far she hasn’t shown herself to by psychotic. I kept hearing parts of the story and thinking “that is what the cliffhanger is going to have to do with” and then hear something else and think “wait…maybe that will be it”…… The cliffhanger was not what I had expected it to be and I didn’t get the idea in my brain until the last 2 minutes of the book!
So here I am on pins and needles because I need book 2 NOW! I NEED to know what happens with them!
Literally every time I start a new KF book, I remind myself how amazing they are at cliffhangers and that I should really wait until the second part of the Duet is out…but no, it’s impossible to resist one of their books, and Logan & Kayla’s story is the best one yet! Just when I think I’m emotionally prepared…nope.
Kayla is my favorite character out of all 3 couples, and my God does Logan have my heart. I’ve been waiting for their story since day one, and it was very much worth the wait. Love, love, loved it…but damn it all, I can’t handle the endings!!! Lia Langola always does such a fantastic job with bringing the characters to life and making the reader feel all the emotions as they listen to the story unfold.
The chemistry between Logan and Kayla from the very beginning was off the charts, however there was some slow burn mixed in. I loved these two characters together. He is the single dad, and she is the sweet animal lover, who are friends. She wants more and he is bound and determined to stay just friends with her. He tries to stay away but is unable to resist her. No surprise that Lia Langola was amazing. I can not wait to see what happens next.
My very first read/listen from the amazing Kennedy Fox duo!
This is Dangerous is Logan & Kayla’s story and the first book in their duet. Be advise that this book ends with a cliffhanger. The story is intense, intriguing, emotional, sexy, funny and twisty. I absolutely loved it. However, after listening to the audible version of it, I was a little disappointed to find out the male characted was being performed by the same female narrator that brought Kayla’s character to life. I have nothing against it, but is not my cup of tea. While I praise her for the characterization of all secondary charactes, I just can’t connect with Logan knowing a female narrators if trying to bring this character to life.
If you don’t mind with this type of performance, you’re are going to enjoy this audiobook. I absolutely loved reading this book and can’t wait to start the conclusion!
Fabulous Story & Listen Kayla’s Knight in Shining Armor!
Checkmate: This is Dangerous
Checkmate Duet Series, Volume 5
By: Kennedy Fox
Narrated by: Lia Langola
Series: Checkmate Duet Series, Book 5, Checkmate Duet: Logan & Kayla, Book 1
Kennedy Fox’s “Checkmate Duet” is one of my favorite series, the characters are awesome and easy to fall in love with. This book is the start of Logan and Kayla’s story and what a story it is. Kayla and Logan have been skirting around each other for years, there is a great chemistry between them and she knows he is the one for her but he keeps resisting. He has his reasons for not wanting to get involved, he has baggage and issues and a security from his past life that he only shared with his former partner Drew. When another man walks into her life she convinces herself to go for it that it is time to give up on Logan. But Logan wises up, he finally realizes he does not want to push Kayla away anymore. I loved these two together, I felt they were perfect for each other. Kayla’s heart of gold, her generosity to help others including those dogs and his goodness to save the world and get the bad guys off the street. And in true Fox fashion, the couple are at a good place and wham, they throw in a doozy of scene and ending, an ending I did not see coming at all (well done, very well done). This book, as all the others in the series is well written, the story both beautifully and cleverly plotted, several storylines raise questions and has you wondering what is going to happen next. There is plenty of drama, a touch of angst, some twists and turns, mystery, thrilling and suspenseful moments, heartfelt and emotional moments and some hot romance. Kennedy Fox thank you for another amazing story, I am looking forward to what come next for these two.
I listened to the Audible edition, Lia Langola is a fabulously talented narrator and versatile voice artist. She continues to bring these characters and their story to life. She performs the voices for all the characters, gives each their own distinct voice which makes it easy to follow along and tell who is who. She does an awesome job portraying each character, grasps their persona and plays the role with perfection. She is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another awesome listen
love a good tortured hero
Wasn’t expecting such a slow burn but it worked for this story arc and their romance. I love single dad stories and Logan was a great dad – I don’t think that’s a spoiler. Kayla was a bit too nice and sweet for my tastes but I liked her. While it’s listed as a second chance romance I don’t agree and would classify it as more of a friends to lovers. As expected, cliffhanger – yikes! Luckily the next book is available.
Audio – Performance was excellent as always.
Logan and Kayla are such an amazing couple and have a push pull relationship that you can’t deny!! Logan is one of the best male characters that you love to watch overcome his struggles. I loved the way Kayla and Logan have that friendship before they have a romantic relationship. Kayla is such a sweet character and the way she cares for others makes her such a genuine character. But on top of loving these two, I love that you get to see the other couples from the previous books as well since they are all friends.
Lia once again did an amazing job of narration.
How she manages to have a conversation between the three girls and voice all three (seamlessly) absolutely astounds me.
So fantastic.
This group of friends makes me laugh. Their shenanigans – when they get together – never fail to brighten my day.
Logan and Kayla… I’m so glad they finally took a shot at “more than friends”.
Together they are sweet, loving, sexy and fun. Add in a cute little kid and I’m in love
Some secrets are revealed, while others remain hidden…
And that ending? What a punch to the gut! Ouch, that hurt to hear.
This has to be my favourite of the duets so far (I know I said that before but I really mean it this time!) Getting to know Kayla over the past 5 books, I’ve been desperate to get to know more about her. and Logan too. The way Kennedy Fox writes, you cant help but fall in love with each new character they introduce and that’s definitely the case here. Logan is such a swoon and I need the next book NOW. I volunteered to listen and review a complimentary copy of this. All opinions are my own.
This book had me on the edge of my seat. With a surprise ending I recommend this book!
********AUDIO REVIEW********
Unbreakable Logan gets broken!
I forgot how touching of a story Logan and Kayla’s is. As with the four previous books Lia Langola exudes excellence when reading all of the characters and doesn’t miss a beat going from one to the next. At times I forget this book is only being narrated by one person…she is that good.
Having grown up in foster homes Kayla St. Clair is all about helping others….especially of the four legged variety. She doesn’t have a mean bone in her body and thinks of herself last. Over the last few months she has developed feelings for a man that is just out of her reach but she cannot stop feeling for him what she does.
Logan Knight has hardened over the years due to his past. He keeps his private life beyond private and refuses to let anyone in. A divorced single father his sole focus is his daughter. He knows Kayla has feelings fo rhim and admists to himself that they are not one sided yet at the same time he is convinced he cannot act on those feelings for fear he will lose focus where his daughter is concerned. Then a series of events breaks him and he finally gives in to his wants.
This story is so touching between Kayla being raised in foster homes and Logan going through what he did in the military and then his divorce. Second chance romance is a different meaning with this one….it isn’t their second chance together but each other’s second chance at love. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Kennedy Fox book if it didn’t end with a cliffhanger. Just when Logan and Kayla are moving somewhere in their relationship the cliffhanger event takes place and my warning is make sure you have the second audio book ready to go as soon as you finish the first one.
This book was so beautifully written. I loved so many things about it. I loved how Logan wasn’t perfect and had some big obstacles to overcome and I loved Kayla’s compassion for others and animals. This book was definitely a slow burn and Logan was very stubborn when it came to taking a chance on love. At times I wanted to scream at my kindle because he frustrated me so much. At the same time, I understood where he was coming from and as his story unfolded I could understand why he was so guarded when it came to relationships and love. All I can say is you need to check this book out!
So there is no secret how crazy I am about my favorite cliffhanger duo Kennedy Fox, and man is this latest the best one ever. This has everything that we could ever look for and then some and I for one cannot wait to find out what happens next!
This is Dangerous is focused on Kayla, the third to the fearsome threesome that is impatiently waiting for her happily ever after. Kayla has not the most loving upbringing, but what she did not receive in her childhood she gives out in spades now that she is an adult. Logan is a brooding but sexy detective that has caught Kayla’s attention, however seems completely unavailable. Logan and Kayla both have secrets that they have never shared with anyone, but the draw they have toward one another is unbearable. When they bring their walls down and share their secrets, will they finally be able to be each others happily ever after?
We have been on this epic journey with these characters for the long haul. K&F finally bring the story to a close and we are all not wanting to let these characters go but man are they going to go out with a bang. Kayla and Logan are two peas in a pod. Both characters have desperately desired each other for a long time and we are finally able to watch those desires blossom into something more. This love story has been a slow burn romance that culminates in this novel, with some questions answered and new ones posed.
That ending! Kennedy Fox is the queen of cliffhangers! I for one am waiting on pins and needles for the next installment. I need to know what happens next. I will also never be able to eat donuts again and NOT think of Logan and Kayla
When the book starts out there is so much tension between friends Kayla and Logan. Kayla has had a huge crush on Logan since the day the met- but Logan has been repressing any feelings for her, and wants to remain just friends.
I absolutely love Kennedy Fox’s books, & this one is no different. I love the build up, and romance, and the story of the characters. And just like the two Duets before this, I devoured it.
And I cannot wait for book two… That ending!
If you are looking for a amazing romance read, i seriously recommend the Kennedy Fox books!
I give this book 5 out of 5
I have never wanted donuts as much as I have while being in Logan and Kayla’s world, the feels for their story is unbelievable and I just can’t get enough. Kennedy Fox is one helluva team and with each book in this series they top themselves. Logan has a bit of a dark past and when you find out what happened it will absolutely break your heart and you just want to be right there by his side for moral support. Kayla hasn’t had an easy past herself and yet she is such an incredible giver and so open hearted. The chemistry between the two of them is undeniable and you want to just scream to give into the feelings already. I was consumed by this book and then BAM! Yep, jaw dropped event that had me saying WHAT?! You know what I’m talking about, those love to hate cliffhangers. Have no fear because the final book to this series and book 2 for Logan and Kayla This Is Beautiful is available now. I know that I’m jumping into the final book because this is a MUST READ series. This is my unbiased and voluntary review.
“This Is Dangerous” is the perfect start to the newest duet by Kennedy Fox! It’s the perfect mix of friends to lovers and a second chance romance. Logan and Kayla have a back and forth throughout this book that is so entertaining to read. This book was Fun, and Sexy, it had adventure and mystery. One Chapter your blood was pumping, the next you’re laughing, and the next your fanning yourself because wow when it happens its HOT! It is such an adventure it’s so much fun to read. I Love Logan and Kayla!! Once I started I couldn’t stop reading. I could not put it down. I Love these characters!
Kennedy Fox had me laughing so Hard. I enjoyed every minute if it! The way this story played put was wonderful I loved the anticipation and the waiting. Their friendship was adorable. It was just so good. You get so much in this book and I can’t wait to see it all come together in book two. The Ending was a surprise. Kennedy Fox ended it with best cliff hanger yet. They could have ended book one in a lot of different ways and all I have to say is Why this one. I swear the wait for “This is Beautiful” might kill me! Seriously guys to yourself a favor a pick up this book.
“This is Dangerous” left me wanting a Dog, a Doughnut, Logan Knight, and Book 2! You guys have to read Logan and Kayla’s story! Totally #TeamLayla !!!!
Kennedy Fox has done it once again. This is Dangerous will leave you on the edge of your seat!! This is a friends to lovers story that will having you swooning up until the last page!
Logan is one hell of sexy, charming detective who is always rushing in to be the “Knight” in shining armor. With his past full of secrets, Logan tries to keep Kayla as far away as possible. He says he can’t do a relationship but everything about Kayla has Logan second guessing himself.
Kayla is a beautiful woman, inside and out. She is hardworking, a great friend, a lover of all things donuts and compassionate towards her rescue animals. Kayla has no family and was tossed around in the foster system which leaves her longing for love. She is instantly drawn to Logan but he keeps going hot and cold with her, leaving Kayla always guessing where she stands.
When Kayla finally realizes it is time to take a chance on someone else, Logan just cannot let her go. The chemistry between the Logan and Kayla is amazing as always but their sexual tension is OFF THE CHARTS HOT! When they finally give in, I can’t say anything more than WOW! Sexy, hot and just down right dirty! (I will never look at donuts the same!)
I love how we see what kind of a person Kayla truly is. Volunteering, animal shelters, saving animals, she is just truly an all around good person. I enjoyed finally learning Logan’s backstory and what led him to where he is today. However, there are so many secrets that Logan and Kayla are keeping from each other and some start to come to light in This is Dangerous. Will Kayla share what she is hiding? Can Logan come clean about everything in his past?
And just when I thought I had it all figured out, Kennedy Fox threw me for a loop. What in the hell just happened?!?!? I never in a million years saw that ending coming!! It left me on the edge of my seat and I truly cannot wait for This is Beautiful, book #2 in the series!!