From bestselling and multi-award-winning romantic suspense author Amanda McKinney comes the first book in the steamy, edge-of-your-seat, three-part series, Steele Shadows Security… Cabin 2, Cabin 3…
Cocky, reckless, and die-hard playboy are just a few of the names Gage Steele has been called since he and his brothers left the Marines and moved back to the small, southern town of Berry Springs to take over their father’s personal security firm. On the one-year anniversary of his father’s death, Gage had only two things in mind—endless whiskey and endless women, but what he got was a battered, bruised spitfire stumbling through woods in the middle of the night.
Newly-appointed prosecutor and unapologetic workaholic, Niki Avery has spent her life working toward one goal—never to have to depend on anyone but herself… until the day she gets brutally attacked on the side of the road. Stripped of her Louis Vuitton and her dignity, the fiercely independent ADA must submit to being under the watchful eye of a former Marine, a loose cannon with a temper as scorching as his ruggedly handsome good looks.
As cracks begin to show in the Steele family, including newly discovered evidence that their father’s death was no accident, Gage wrestles with his growing feelings for his client, knowing not only that Niki is off-limits, but together, they were like gasoline and fire—an explosion he wanted nothing more than to ignite in the bedroom. But when a pair of bloody body parts show up at the compound, it becomes clear that Niki’s attacker hasn’t given up and Gage realizes he’ll do anything to keep her safe… even as his own family is spiraling out of control.
Cabin 1 is the first book in the 3-part Berry Springs spinoff series, STEELE SHADOWS SECURITY—Think of it as Berry Springs’ darker, grittier, steamier, BAD BOY brother. Please note: You do not need to read the Berry Springs Series first.
Reviews for Cabin 1:
“Holy crap! What a book!” -5 STAR Goodreads Review
“A completely brilliant, compelling, raw, breathtaking, at times heartbreaking story. Cabin 1 should be read by every romantic suspense lover.” -5 STAR Goodreads Review
“My mind is BLOWN.” -Book Blogger, Books and Beauty by Cassie
“McKinney’s best one yet.” -5 STAR Amazon Review
“Scorching.” 5 STAR Bookbub Review
Praise for the Berry Springs Series:
“One of my favorite novels of 2018.” -Confessions of an Avid Reader, The Fog
“The Woods is a sexy, small-town murder mystery that’s guaranteed to resonate with fans of Nora Roberts and Karin Slaughter.” -Best Thrillers
“Danger, mystery, and sizzling-hot romance right down to the last page.” -Amazon Review, The Creek
“Amanda McKinney wrote a dark, ominous thrilling tale spiked with a dash of romance and mystery that captivated me from start to finish…” -The Coffeeholic Bookworm, The Lake
“The Storm is a beautifully written whodunnit, packed with suspense, danger, and hot romance. Kept me guessing who the murderer was. I couldn’t put it down!” —Amazon Review
“I devoured The Cave in one sitting. Best one yet.” —Amazon Review
“The Shadow is a suspense-filled, sexy as hell book.” —Bookbub Review
THE STORM is the *2018 Golden Leaf Winner for Romantic Suspense, a *2018 Maggie Award for Excellence Finalist, *2018 Silver Falchion Finalist, *2018 Beverley Finalist, and *2018 Passionate Plume Honorable Mention Recipient.
THE FOG is the *2019 Golden Quill Winner for Romantic Suspense, the *2019 I Heart Indie Winner, a *2019 Stiletto Award Finalist, and a *2019 Book Buyers Best Finalist.
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You know you are reading a good as ice cream suspense book, when from the very first page, you are tempted to scheme through to the end. Not because you want to get through it quickly, but the anticipation is already killing you. But, you know better because reading it thoroughly will be worth it. That was my start with Jagger.
From the moment I met Sunny, I knew she’d give Jag a run for his money. And boy did she, from their very first encounter. I might have even stuck my tongue out at Jag in a ‘you met your match’ gesture.
Sunny was fierce, determined, passionate and just amazing. She’d been through it, but she was determined to thrive.
The book was not only suspense full, but the slow burn almost killed me. It was like watching a Bollywood movie and waiting for just one kiss. Only difference was unlike a lot of Bollywood movies which I adore, I got that kiss and more. I might have even done a happy dance and re-read the moment a gazillion times. I wonder if that was Amanda’s intention. But it was the best kind of delayed gratification.
The mystery, the slow burn, the suspense; the thrill of all of them entangled, and watching them unfold through each other, is what made this book great.
Can’t wait to read the next book…
Cabin 1 the first book in the Steel
Shadows Security series. It is a fast paced, action packed story riddled with suspense and intrigue that will grab you right at the beginning and keep you hanging on the edge of your seat throughout.
Niki is in trouble and that trouble brings her right to the Steele brothers, but it is Gage Steele who immediately feels a pull towards her and will do whatever it takes to keep her safe.
This story is a puzzle with a lot of moving parts and even though Gage and Niki make it through her drama there is still a serious thread of danger that threatens the Steele family and will continue on into the next book in the series.
Fast paced excitement. Niki is determined to survive her attack. Gage and his brothers are still mourning the loss of their father the best way they know how. They are all hot alpha males who will protect those around them. This is an adrenaline filled story as they protect Niki and solve her case while Gage finally gets brought to his knees by a woman.
This is the first book from this author that I’ve read but it will not be my last! Wow! The twist & turns this book has will keep you on the edge of your seat! Drama, action, suspense & romance all in one book! I can’t wait for the next book!!
This one is intense, full of action love story. Great story that leaves you on your toes and you want to find what is true and whatnot, who is the perpetrator. Both Gage and Niki are great and easy to love. I love Niki and her badass attitude and her will to live and fight back. I loved how their story builds and becomes stronger.
I volunteered to review an ARC of this book for NetGalley
Riveting Mystery & Steamy Romance!
Sizzling, intense opener to the Steele Shadows Security Series. The action never ceases from the beginning to end. Niki Avery, independent county prosecutor, is running for her life after being attacked. Gage Steele, hard headed, hot blooded ex-marine comes to her rescue and the sparks fly. Gage has met his match as he tries to protect Niki from her assailant. Great combination of complex characters with plenty of suspense, twists, steamy romance, family drama, HEA and a cliffhanger ending. I can’t wait to read the next book. Enjoy!
Wow
This story was a whole lot of suspense, family and a woman on the run from a and man. Nikki was kidnapped on her way back from yoga and just about raped when she stabbed one of the attackers. But she made it to Steele Shadows compound. Gage helps her but everyone else is involved in solving her case.
This one kept you guessing throughout. I’m going with murder/mystery/suspense Romance!
Started out hard making your heart pound right along with Niki’s, and I had to keep reading at this point. A great storyline with a secondary plot in the background that is chilling.
While I loved the instant attraction between Gage and Niki, how he saved her, and they get their HEA, I was not a fan of the way that zinger cliffhanger came in at the end with the secondary plot. Now I’m unsettled again.
Still a good read, but be prepared to read the rest of the series.
This is my first book from this author and I am hooked… I absolutely loved this book.
The main characters were so funny. I could not get enough of Niki , I just love her sass
Her spunky attitude and take no s#%t from no one.
Niki is a fighter and has the courage to not give up the fight.
I laughed at Gage was so taken back over a girl… she one ups from him, gets her way, stands up to him
Gage showing off his testosterone and jealousy is funny ..
This book Kepted me in suspense the whole time. Great read and could not put it down…
On the way home from a yoga retreat, Niki Avery is run off the road and viciously attacked. Although terribly injured, she is able to get away and find her way through the woods to the Steele Shadows Security compound. Gage Steele, former marine, finds Niki and brings her to safety. Finding out what happened to her, police are called and he takes her to their secure Cabin 1. Niki has overcome a poor and abusive childhood to become a prosecuting attorney. Was her attack a random affair or was someone targeting her? Gage and his brothers are still dealing with the unexpected and suspicious death of their father who began their security company. An exciting beginning to this series with an alpha male and the strong woman who fought and won. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (by paytonpuppy)
I received Cabin 1 from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for my fair and honest review.
This was my first book read by Amanda McKinney but believe me it wont be the last. This was the first book in a new series, and I absolutely loved it. There are so many emotions involved in this book, I couldnt put it down. It takes alot for a book to pull all my emotions but this one waas capable of doing that. I would certainly recommend this book to others.
Cabin 1 is a suspenseful page turner with twists and turns. HEA. It centers around Steele Security and in this story, Niki, who Gage is protecting at their home/compound. Their compound is supposedly top notch secure, yet a police car and a truck get through undetected by surveillance. An intruder also gets in the house. I will read more by this author.
This book had me from the first page, I had to find out what happened next. Gage and Niki were well matched. Niki is a survivor and Gage is a protector. Be prepared for a gritty well written story with good characters and lots of suspense and romance. Amanda McKinney is an author worth reading. I received a copy of this book and this is my voluntary review.
I love this series and can’t wait for more. So much excitement, suspense, drama, emotions, intrigue, danger and so much more. She has her life on track to where she wants it and all of a sudden it gets derailed. Him and his brothers come home to take over the security business that was their dad’s. Well then they get derailed somewhat. What was said is not exactly the truth. Throw in these two people who have an attraction and problems both which each other and other places. How do you work through that and do you let the attraction grow or stop it? I highly recommend this as it catches your attention right away. I received a review copy and voluntarily review it.
I stroke gold when I found another mystery romance author right here with this one. Having read one other by her I had to jump right away when I seen this one. Back in a place called Berry Springs we get one story that will have us turning the pages so fast. In this one it also centers around Gage and Niki and the suspense and hot romance they will be giving us. Sometimes you will almost think you fingers get singed. It flows from the beginning with weaving the mystery around you as events unfold. If this is a taste of this new series it will certainly have the power to call us back.
Holy crap! What a book! This is the second book I’ve read from this author, and I’ve got to tell you, I’m hooked. Her writing style reminds me of CD Reiss, Samantha Young and Colleen Hoover. Very well written, grabs and immerses you in the story from the very first word and doesn’t release you until the last page, it just flows effortlessly and before you know it, you’re at the end of the book with your jaw hitting the floor. Nikki and Gage’s story is gripping, suspenseful, tons of mystery, hot steamy sex and twists and turns that keep you guessing until the very end. Ends on a cliff hanger, but man, I cannot wait for book 2! Well worth the read!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC copy of this book.
Wow! This was an awesome story! Niki Avery gets assaulted. She’s trying to find herself out of the woods and ends up on the Steele brothers property. The brothers protect those who are needing help in any way and of course jump in to help Niki. The ending of who did it surprised me. This story was well written. Drama, romance, suspense. Love the story and the characters. I can’t wait to read more!
5 stars
*ARC kindly provided by the author and I’m leaving an honest review*
Suspenseful
Gripping
Gritty
Raw
Fast paced
Page turner
Dark storytelling
Unpredictable twists and turns
Hot, delicious, damaged alpha
Strong, vulnerable Heroine
Off the charts chemistry
Passionate
Intense
Heartfelt
Emotional
Amazing love story
This book and series should read every romantic suspense lover. I liked everything about this book and writing which just flowed and had me engrossed to the story from start to finish wanting to find out what happens next. I enjoyed every minute of it and never wanted it to end. It has so much depth, powerful, effortless and at times dark storytelling and elements. I loved that it was written in first person, dual POV so I know what both characters – Niki and Gage – were thinking at the specific time or moments. It was well developed, well written and well thought out. The author knew how to develop, create the storyline and make you fall in love with her words, plot and the characters demanding your attention. It was enjoyable read with so many twists and turns, while delivering an intense and passionate romance / love story between Niki and Gage that I devoured in one sitting. It was steamy, dark and suspenseful romance. The characters are brilliant and so likeable.
This was completely brilliant, compelling, raw, breathtaking, at times heartbreaking story and such a wonderful read. Cabin 1 is the first book in Amanda Kinney’s new Berry Springs spin of series STEELE SHADOWS SECURITY. The characters are complex; the plot is strong and unpredictable with twists and turns that will keep you guessing the story and who is the villain (or villains should I say. You’ll see and understand when you read it.)
Gage Steele is a former military/Marine. He is an enigma and so alluring. I was drawn to him immediately wanting to know more about him, his background and why he is the way he is. He doesn’t like to be vulnerable or show emotions because he considers that a weakness. When tragedy strikes Gage and his brothers find themselves back in Berry Springs running their own private security Steele Shadows Security. He has a hard time settling back into his roots and figuring out how to cope with the loss of his father. He is closed off, loving, caring, loyal, charming, protective, possessive, cocky, ladies’ man, hotheaded, reckless and down to earth.
Niki Avery is newly-appointed prosecutor, workaholic, psychologist. I loved her immediately. She knows what she wants and what she stands for. She is strong – strong-willed, brave, a fighter, a survivor, moral, feisty, smart, stubborn, sassy, confident, proud, but also vulnerable and a bit jaded from her past which leads her to be self-conscious and to not trust easily.
Gage and Niki are amazing. They lit the pages with their chemistry since the first time they met. They are each other’s match. I loved their sassy, flirty banter and witty sexual innuendos. They are both flawed and complex. Neither of them in the beginning is looking for a relationship, but also can’t deny the strong connection they feel or the chemistry. They are passionate, a little bit angsty, intense. Gage is instantly attracted and drawn to Niki. He can’t explain what exactly is about her that gets to him. Gage is determined to keep her safe. He is really fiercely protective of her. They know they shouldn’t feel attracted to each other, but they do, it’s unavoidable. Maybe they don’t make sense but when they are together – they are just perfect and exactly what they need. I love their moments and dialogues. They have preconceived opinions about each other but when they finally let on the glimpses into who they really are, they notice that they are similar. They are sinfully sexy and intense. I think they take each other by surprise because neither of them expected to meet and change their lives. I love that they didn’t give up on each other.
Secondary characters are so brilliant and wonderful and add to the story and mystery. I really love Celeste and Wolf and I would love for them to have their own books (*hint hint nudge nudge lol*)
That ending though. I’m shook. Why? I mean I kind of know why but still why. They have lost so much already.
Two words: INCREDIBLY BEAUTIFUL! It kept my attention at all times and I could not put it down. With an effortless writing, awe-inspiring details, and a journey of forgiveness, love, secrets, lies, mystery, the author takes us on an emotional and beautiful journey of the characters, struggles and their self-discovery. I can’t wait to read Axel’s (Ax’s) book. I highly recommend it.
Wow! A great start to a new series by Amanda McKinney! Cabin 1 is a romantic suspense story that will leave you begging for more. It grips you right from the start and doesn’t let go. I loved it and can’t wait for Cabin 2!
After reading Redemption Road and The Viper, I decided to pick up the Steele Security series. I was in the middle of a course development project. I was sneaking time to read the first book in the series, Cabin 1. I usually have more self-control and focus. It was like the story was sitting in the background calling me to get to the end.
This is a thriller that might not be for everyone. It is, at times, graphic, riveting, seat holding, and downright uncomfortable. Good stories should take you on a ride that makes you feel like you are a passenger on the world’s scariest rollercoaster. The rush, the drops, and the speed that create a knot in your stomach. Cabin 1 is like that.
Gage and Niki create a narrative that is familiar to many of us. In fact, some of us will have lived it and came out the other end in one piece. It is difficult to write this because it would be so easy to give the plot away. There are just so many potential spoilers.
In all fairness, the story is about choices and consequences. Circumstances drive our choices. Choices drive the consequences of one’s actions. Not all the choices that we make are healthy. Gage is as torn as he is tough. Niki is someone who has overcome circumstances of youth. Together, they are stronger than they are apart. It just takes getting to the end of the book to even get a glimpse of what could come next.
Buy the book. It is worth the read. In fact, it is one of those books that you could read again. I will. Worth more than 5 stars.