Falling in love wasn’t easy. But I did it and found my happiness. Then I was declared. Kidnapped. Ripped away from my family and man.
Sid says it’s my choice. Love him or choose not to. But the consequences of not picking him will kill my family and Javier.Sid is a monster. But not to me.He tells me he loves me and will die for me. I don’t doubt him.But all I want is Javier to come rescue me … him.
But all I want is Javier to come rescue me before I have to do the unforgivable.
I’m running out of time.
“Acts of Manipulation” is the third installment of the “Together We Stand” series. It’s an epic journey of one family’s struggle of forgiveness, hope, and new beginnings amidst dangerous situations. Each story intertwines and focuses on a new sibling trying to find their Happily Ever After. Trigger Warning: This books contains acts of sexual manipulation and may be triggering to survivors.
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I love this love story! It’s the books that has a little bit of everything! I cannot begin to you how much I loved Gabriella and Javier’s story! Every story of the Brooks family keeps getting better and better. All these alpha males in one place is overwhelming in the best way. I love how they fiercely protect those they love.
This will make you have all the feels a romantic book should. It’s that home run in the bottom the the 9th inning to win the World Series kind of love that I could read over and over. Thank you Maggie Cole for brining us into this world! You will not regret clicking on this book and taking a chance on this series!
Cannot wait for Hudson’s story next!
OMG THIS BOOK‼‼‼Best book by Maggie Cole yet‼‼‼‼ Be prepared for a true heartfelt read‼‼‼
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2020
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Maggie Cole has totally wrecked me with this book!!! I loved it! I hated it at times too! I even dreamt about it the entire night. THIS BOOK IS A “CAN’T GET IT OUT OF MY HEAD BOOK“ I truly believe this is her best work yet – and I’ve read them all. Be prepared to take the ride of your literary life with this one. It’s packed full of ALL THE FEELS. Javier & Gabriella’s story is one that you’ll never forget as you experience their love, loss and struggles together. Don’t miss thIs 3rd installment of the “Together We Stand” series beginning with “Kiss of Redemption” & “Sins of Justice.” BRAVO MAGGUE COLE‼Another fabulous read.
Gabriella and Javier have a real love story told in Acts of Manipulation, the third installment of the Together We Stand series. Gabriella Brooks is being hunted by the Twisted Hearts gang. Sid Triker, new gang president, has issued a declaration for her. This book documents the differences between love and control. Gabriella struggles to survive her kidnapping at Triker’s hands. Acts of Manipulation is focuses on her fight to withstand the psychological manipulation that accompanies her abduction. Will Gabriella survive her kidnapping sane? Acts of Manipulation is very different from the other books written by Maggie Cole. I found its story compelling. I had to finish reading it once I started it because I found the characters fascinating. I also needed a box of tissues. Acts of Manipulation is definitely a 5-star read!!!
Acts of Manipulation, what can I say? This book about Gabrielle and Javier will take you on a wild ride of emotions. From love, fear, grief, romance; this book catches you from the beginning and never lets you go. The third installment of the Together We Stand will not disappoint.
A love conquers all story! I couldn’t put this story down. I laughed, cried, and wanted more! Gabriella is such a strong character! The author sends you on a roller coaster of emotions and you cannot help but want more.
This book definitely took me on a Rollercoaster of emotions. I just don’t know what to say. I loved it for sure. It is definitely a must read. You will be happy one minute and wondering what else can go wrong the next. Its steamy and at the same time it’s terrifying. The love between Gabriella and Javier is just amazing. Their love concoquers all. Then there is Triker. Did she truly love him?
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I could not put this book down (pretty normal for ANY Maggie Cole book!!). My emotions were ALL over the place. It’s amazing how manipulation can disguise real/true feelings. My heart took a beating! Amazing – can’t wait for the next Maggie Cole book!
I finished Acts of Manipulation the night I received the arc. This story was devastating but beautiful and an amazing read. The love between Gabrielle and Javier is inseparable. Even when their world was getting torn apart. The way they found their way back to each other brought tears to my eyes. One of the best love stories I have read to date.
I don’t even know where to start. This book is simply amazing! Javier is my new favorite book boyfriend! The relationship between Javier and Gabriella was so beautiful and the events that lead to their HEA were gut wrenching. You have to read the Together We Stand series by Maggie Cole- you will not be disappointed!!
I finished reading this book a few days ago and I am still having a hard time putting my thoughts into words to write a review. I really enjoyed reading Gabriella and Javier’s story. They fall in love only to be torn apart from each other. After searching for months, he rescues her and they have their happily ever after. This series keeps getting better and I can’t wait to finish it.
I am a new reader of Maggie Cole’s books and am loving them so far. This is my first series and I am looking forward to reading more.
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.
What’s better than a book that gives you all the feels?! This book definitely takes you on a trip through every emotion you’ve ever felt, and some you didn’t realize you had. Several times while reading, I found myself sobbing. Other times, I laughed out loud at the banter traded between the characters. Gabriella’s strength is remarkable. Javier’s vulnerability is stirring. As always, with Maggie Cole books, the heat between them is palpable and the love they feel is unconditional and forever. It is such an intense and moving story that I got to the end, closed the book, immediately opened it to the front page and read it again. The twists and turns of the Brooks family saga keep sucking me further and further into their world. I can’t wait to see what happens next.
Gabriella and Javier’s love story takes the reader on a vicious roller coaster of emotions. Their love is true, intense and extremely devoted. After being declared by the head of the Twisted Hearts, Gabriella must fight to keep her head and heart in line in order to get back to the love of her life. This story will leave the reader questioning so many things.
Maggie Cole has done it again, and left me wanting more! The Brooks family’s saga is one you won’t soon forget!
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I loved every minute of reading this book! Thank you Maggie Cole. This book is a must read and have in your collection!
Maggie Cole has done a phenomenal job! This book will take you through so many emotions. Super hot scenes that completely take you by surprise!I love the Brooks family and can’t wait to see what in store for everyone else!
Wow you are going to love this crazy roller coaster book.
If you love books that pull at your heart strings this is it.
The book follows Javier and Gabriella as they try to stay safe. The Twisted Hearts have put a declaration out for Gabriella. So in order to keep her safe the family take turns watching her. But as time goes but Javier and Chloe keep doing raids that don’t bring them any closer to Triker.
Time passes and they think all is ok. Until the gang take her.
What the author does in this books pulls at every emotion that you have. From sad, happy, pissed to everything. I
I am so beyond glad I read this story. I do not plan I adding more as I would give stuff away. Read it for yourself and welcome to the world of a Maggie Cole.
OMG! Couldn’t put down this page turner! True love will always conquer all but lies and manipulation can be disguised as love. Gabrielle and Javier deserve their happily ever after despite what The Twisted Hearts have up their sleeves.
I loved this book 3 of the Together We Stand Series. It easily picks up where book 2 ends. Gabriella and Javier’s story made me feel every single emotion. The Brooks family: love, honor, protection, forgiveness. Sets up for the jump to book 4, Hudson’s story.
Wow! I don’t even know what to say. Acts of Manipulation, the third book in the Together We Stand series, by Maggie Cole, takes you on a roller coaster of emotions! It’s devastating yet beautiful. You see the good, bad and ugly of family dynamics and how the bonds of strong families help to pull each other through the unthinkable. This book will blow you away! Gabriella and Javier’s story is one for the history books! You don’t know how strong you are until strong is all you can be!
After reading Acts of Manipulation, which is the third book in the Together We Stand Series, I had to take a day to write my review. This book left me speechless; in a good way. What a rollercoaster of emotions Gabriella and Javier’s story took me on. This book has many triggers of which some I can relate. It was the soul cleansing tears and emotions I needed to release.
Without giving too much away as this book CANNOT be spoiled, Gabriella is trying to find her way. Her stronger self. She wants Javier and from there you see where their relationship goes. You experience their struggles together through love and loss. It’s their journey and Maggie Cole is writing their map.
This is a must read book three but highly recommend reading in order. I can’t wait to see where Maggie Cole continues to take us in this series. This is her best work yet so I KNOW we are in-store for more jaw dropping ahead!
My emotions were put through the wringer: laughs, tears, and screaming, while reading this amazing book.
Gabriella Brooks just wants to find a man who will truly love her. She finds it with FBI agent Javier Lopez and they are all set to spend the rest of their lives together. She gets kidnapped by the gang that he is investigating.
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