Wham, bam, thank you ma’am? That’s my motto.There’s no room in my life for anything more complicated than a one-night stand. I’m a bodyguard. It’s easier to put my life on the line when there’s no one worrying if I’ll make it home for dinner.But then the one woman who made me want more waltzes back into my life needing my protection.Despite our explosive chemistry, we can’t go there again. What … protection.
Despite our explosive chemistry, we can’t go there again. What happened in Vegas, has to stay in Vegas.
Except the marriage vows neither of us remember.
The Brazen Duet will conclude with Still Brazen on 2/26
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This was a great read that was filled with steam, suspense, action, drama and romance. Hailey and Oskar were likable characters and I loved their chemistry. This is book one of two so prepare yourself for the cliffhanger that will leave you hanging and eager for the conclusion in book two.
The latest from the Malone squared combo, absolutely fantastic! Combustible chemistry, I love the plot, so much suspense, the twists and turns you won’t see coming. Hailey and Oskar really light up the pages, you will get to the end and try and keep turning, not believing they could leave you hanging like that, but they do! I don’t even think they feel bad about it either lol, but fret not, you just have to hold on a month to find out how it all concludes. With the family member drama, and the crazy friends on both sides, I can’t wait to see how this one works itself out! Also, I’m hopeful we get some books about the rest of the crew before we’re all said and done (especially Tyse lol, maybe Priya will be in it HINT HINT 😛 I’m kidding, whoever they put him with I’m here for it 😉 )
Suspenseful, mysterious, and sexy. These are just some of the adjectives I would use to describe the book Brazen. In my opinion, I think there’s a lot more hidden meaning to the title of this book than what we read now. Its a cliff hanger. I can’t wait for the second book to come out to figure out how this all plays out. I had my suspicions about who was providing all the drama. I think I’m right but one never knows for sure. That’s what intrigue and drama is all about. It’s meant to keep you guessing.
This is my first read from the Blake Security team, but it I don’t think it will be my last. That being said I’m not unfamiliar with this security team I’ve read about them before in other books by one of the authors. So it was a nice treat to delve deeper into their characters. I’m quite enjoying them. Also hoping that when the second book is finished there will be a new book about Haliey’s friend. She seems very intriguing and powerful.
Oskar is very sexy and mysterious. Maybe he’s been introduced in other books but as I said this is my first read in this series. He is also quietly funny and more caring than he would appear on the surface.
Hailey is smart, assertive, and not as self assured as she would lead you to believe.
their chemistry together is smoldering and explosive when they get together.
I don’t do spoilers. I don’t think it’s fair to the author(s). Read the blurb get the information you need then read the book and enjoy. I’m just telling you how it affected me when I read the story. It is well worth the read. You get smiles, laughs, intrigue, mystery, steam and heat…really hot heat! Even in the steamy moments though you will find yourself smiling through the banter. These two are adorable. What I will say, (and it’s not a spoiler) is I love when a big powerful guy is bent to the will of a strong women because he would do anything for her. Trust me you’ll get what I mean when you read the story.
I read this story in one sitting. It was fast paced and held my attention from the opening to the jaw dropping close. I’m anxiously awaiting the next installment. I’m not a patient person so please don’t make me wait too long. I may hire my own Security team to hunt you down so you get the next book out as soon as possible. Just kidding…maybe!
Brazen was a great read from the beginning I spent the day reading this is another page turner Ms Malone has done it again…
I loved this book. I’ve been desperately waiting for Oskar’s story, and this first installment doesn’t disappoint. I’m on tenterhooks waiting for the next installment already. As beautifully written and constucted as ever, this one is incredibly fast paced, impossible to put down.
It’s Oksar’s turn!
I had no idea when I started the Blake Security Team series just how interesting Oskar would turn out to be. He’s sarcastic, witty, and full of jokes. He’s also loyal and protective. So I was highly entertained by his love interest, Hailey! She’s almost his opposite. She’s sort of OCD in a bossy but really sweet kind of way. It was her controlling tendencies that had me sitting in anticipation of the fireworks to come between them and I wasn’t disappointed!
Oskar and Hailey’s relationship was a lot of fun and I really liked the layers of mystery, hot sizzle, and oddly enough hope that ran throughout the story. The hope that they were good enough for one another and the potential to continue moving forward after the mess Hailey was in finished was a driving force I could get behind!
Brazen is just as sexy and riveting a read as any of the Blake Security Team books! Between the mystery surrounding Hailey and Oskar and Hailey’s unexpected second chance and-very sexy romance-I was glued to my screen! However, the cliffhanger dang near killed me! I have questions that need answers ASAP!!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Finally, Oskar gets his HEA!
I’ve been in love with Oskar almost from the start. He’s adorably arrogant, hilariously alpha, full of Viking swagger with a deep-seated need to be treasured for who he is, not what he does. Finding out that he’s got his heart on the line with Hailey – and that it’s been that way for years – was simply priceless. This is a beautiful story, one that I never would’ve guessed but it works perfectly for him.
Hailey wasn’t exactly nursing a broken heart after her Vegas trip, but she wasn’t moving on, either. She busied herself with crafting the perfect signature scent in honor of her mother, but as she gets closer to completing this project, the threats against her start to grow and it’s clear she needs a bodyguard. Just please, any bodyguard but the irritatingly sexy man from her past! These two are opposites who attract like fire and gasoline. There’s no way they can resist each other, and when the truth comes out, all bets are off.
There’s more humor in this book than in the other Blake Security stories. Actual laugh-out-loud, stop-to-explain-to-the-hubby moments include the revelation in the conference room where Oskar sees himself on the big screen, Hailey’s best friend Priya, any scene involving J.J., and Hailey’s mother’s reaction to the protection detail!
As the first in a duet, we knew going in that there’s a cliffhanger, and it’s a doozy. I wouldn’t miss the conclusion for the world. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
I love this book. The Malone Duo has done it again. This is Oskar and Hailey. They first met in Las Vegas and their attraction was so strong the spent the whole weekend wrapped up in each other. But Oskar was worried about his past coming back to hurt her so he left. Fast forward a few years now Hailey’s life is in danger and some is trying to hurt her. Her father hires Blake Security and Oskar and Hailey come face to face after his disappearance. She’s not happy to see him but her body remembers him and their attraction comes back full force. This book is full of action, has lots of secrets, mystery and suspense and twist and turns that keep you reading. I love the hot men of Blake Security. I love the new character Tyse. It was so many times I found myself laughing and smiling. Man you better watch out for sexy time with Oskar and Hailey, they burn up the sheets. But smh the cliffhanger I’m on the edge of my seat. I just really want to know what happens. I know someone is about to be really hurt. Sad face. Just so you know that what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas!!!!
WOW, lots of secrets in this exciting new series by Malone Squared. Who is after Hailey, can Oskar keep a tight rein on his control and keep her safe?? This book will have your heart racing, turning the pages as fast as you can, trying to stay on this rollercoaster ride. Will they realize they love each other only to lose it in the end?? Looking forward to the next book.
The latest adventure from Blake Security comes courtesy of Oskar and Hailey. Oskar and Hailey really balance each other out. Oskar helps Hailey embrace her fun side. While Hailey helps Oskar to see what a normal relationship could be like. Of course, it wouldn’t be complete with appearances from the Blake Security Clan. After the nail-biting cliffhanger, I am patiently waiting for the thrilling conclusion in Book 2.
So much excitement, so many secrets!!!
While this book was slow to really reel me in, I’m so glad I stick with it! Oskar and Hailey have a love/hate relationship but you certainly can’t deny their chemistry and either can they eventually! Oskar is hired to protect her from a killer but it ends up being their hearts that need protecting!
Great story line and i can’t wait for the next book to see how this ends!
This book does end on a HUGE cliffhanger! Be warned!
Curse you Nana Malone!!! How could you do this to me. I was speeding through this book, loving every minute and then I got to the cliff-hanger ending – ARGH!!! They say “what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas” but when Oskar picked up a young Hailey and they spent an amazing weekend everything changed for both of them. She was heartbroken when she woke up alone after an amazing drunken, sex filled time.
Three years later, Hailey is in danger and her father decides to hire a security firm to keep her safe. Guess who is the bodyguard assigned to her case – Oskar. Of course they recognize each other and so begins the magnetic pull of attraction. Blake Security is investigating the threat but can they find it before Hailey is attacked again? Only book 2 will tell!.
I received an advance copy of this book.
I love these Blake Security guys and thier stories and I so enjoyed watching Oskar go down the path of love. He has given so much grief to the other Blake Security guys over the years that this story was epic.
One crazy one-weekend stand in Vegas and Hilary’s world tilted on it’s axis. Now three years later, she comes face to face with the man that rocked her world and walked away, Oskar. Low and behold, Oskar is now assigned to protect her and with their attraction at an all time high, things are about to get interesting.
In typical Malone 2rd fashion, we get hot, hunky, alpha men and sassy, spunky woman. The men and women alike love hard and watch out for each other. Hilary fits right in with the Blake Security women in not taking any “lip” from thier men while melting from just “that look.”
“..my inner girly girl was currently twirling her hair around her finger and blowing kisses. That little hussy had no shame.” ~ Hilary
This was a quick consuming read with lots of chuckle-worthy moments. Fair warning, that ending will give you WTF whiplash. I need Still Brazen immediately!
I’m never disappointed when I pick up a Malone Squared book! They are always a page-turner that leaves me needing more. Their characters are never boring and always edgy. I love how their heroines are always strong & a bit sassy! The Blake Security team are mysterious, but so enticing. I’m glad to finally have a peak into Oskar’s world. So good!! I’m counting the days until Still Brazen is released.
Once again Malone squared sucked me in and didn’t let go! I love Hailey and Oskar. Their chemistry is off the charts smoking hot! I loved Brazen and can’t wait for the next book!
The Malones turn a handful of sinful into a Brazen experience. Hailey and Oskar are something to talk about. She’s as feisty as he is fearless and despite the risk, he lightens up the danger with a wicked sense of humor. Brazen takes a walk on the wild side with a few blasts from the past. Malone squared sprinkles in a few familiar faces and more than a little danger. Brazen caught me hook, line and sinker.
BraZen
Welllllll. We finally get Oskar’s story!!! And I gotta say…. well worth the wait!!
This is a Blake security duet featuring Oskar.
3 years ago, before he was on the straight and narrow, he met his one… the one you connect with and is well, his everything.
One hot weekend in Vegas. But… he refuses to put someone he loves in danger so he leaves her. For her own good. men never learn.
The heroine in this story… Hailey Livingston heir to Livingston jewelry and fragrances.
Someone is after her. She’s not safe! Her dad hires blake security…
Holly hotness Batman, they have Chemistry!!!
Psst: I mentioned duet above, this ends in on cliffhanger, Still BraZen, book 2 releases 2/26/19. Read these. They are GREAT!
Nana Malone
M. Malone
This first half of the Brazen Duet is just…wow. There’s quite a bit of suspense mixed in this second chance romance. It’s very well written with lots of amazing characters. It does end in a cliffhanger, so now, I’m anxiously awaiting Book 2.
*I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.*
Brazen by Nana Malone and M Malone a five-star read that will protect you. This is the first part of the Brazen duet and I cannot wait for the second part!! What to say without getting spoilers, this is a compelling story and the chemistry is like liquid napalm, I was surprised my eyes didn’t melt it was so hot in places. There is action and drama a plenty, things happen, and you really don’t know who dunnit until you do, and your heart will be in your mouth at times, throw in a weekend in Vegas that needs to stay there, and you have a great story. The next instalment Still Brazen can’t come soon enough.