From multi-award-winning romantic suspense author Amanda McKinney comes the second book in the steamy, edge-of-your-seat, three-part series, Steele Shadows Security… 3…
Always be prepared, that was Axel Steele’s motto. While his brothers were throwing down at the local bar, Ax was the guy in the background devising the getaway plan. Dubbed “the smart one,” the former special-ops Marine believed in structure and routine, a way of life the universe seemed hellbent on challenging. Amidst a firestorm of family drama, Ax finds a woman held captive in the middle of the woods, and in desperate need of his help. With an armful of tattoos as colorful as her attitude, his new client is his antithesis—a free-spirited, spontaneous hippie that tests every bit of his patience… and his self-restraint.
Erika Zajac has been living life on her own terms since she was just sixteen. But her gypsy lifestyle came to a screeching halt when the horrific past she’d tried so hard to bury came back in the form of chains and cuffs. Suddenly, Erika finds herself under the security—and scrutiny—of a temperamental bodyguard with the emotional capacity of a rock, and six-pack to match. But no amount of brains or brawn was going to distract her from her goal, or the secrets she’d kill to keep.
Deceit, lies, wrath. Ax’s client had them all. The only question was, which of Erika’s deadly sins would she choose? Revenge… or him?
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5 “Two hot messes that had somehow found their anchors” 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
Independent, strong, vulnerable heroine
Overprotective, stubborn, damaged hero
Passionate
Intense
Heartfelt
Emotional
Suspenseful
Small town
Amazing love story
This was completely brilliant, compelling, raw, breathtaking, at times heartbreaking story and such a wonderful read. Cabin 2 is the second 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 whole time. 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. It was enjoyable, steamy, dark, suspenseful read with so many twists and turns, while delivering an intense and passionate love story between Erika and Ax that I devoured in one sitting.
Ax Steele is a former military/Marine. He doesn’t like to be vulnerable or show emotions because he considers that a weakness. His brothers and Ax are running private Steele Shadows Security in Berry Springs. Ax has a hard time settling back into his roots and figuring out how to cope with the loss of his father and brother. Ax is closed off, loving, caring, loyal, charming, protective, possessive, strategic and down to earth.
Erika Zajac knows what she wants and what she stands for. I love her beautiful spirit. She is strong-willed, brave, a fighter, a survivor, moral, feisty, smart, stubborn, sassy, confident, proud, but also vulnerable.
Ax and Erika are truly amazing. They lit the pages with their chemistry. They are each other’s match, sinfully sexy and intense. I loved their sassy, flirty banter and witty sexual innuendos. Ax and Erika are just perfect and exactly what they need. I love their moments and dialogues. They know they shouldn’t feel attracted to each other, but they do, it’s unavoidable. They are both flawed and complex; they don’t want to feel vulnerable as they consider that a weakness. Neither of them in the beginning is looking for a relationship, but the feelings got involved. Their timing might be a little off because they both have so much going on and they are focused on different things, but when they are together everything just makes sense, in order to move on, let go of their past, guilt and start truly living. Ax is instantly attracted and drawn to Regan. He can’t explain what exactly is about her that gets to him. I loved their off the charts chemistry and how patient he was with her. I loved how they blossomed and thrived even though life had thrown them quite a few obstacles.
The story is excellently paced with an immaculate, flawless and superb writing and storytelling. Because of author’s awe-inspiring details and visualization I had a feeling like I was right there with characters, living in their world and hearing every sound, murmur and seeing magical scenery or cracking codes/case. Secondary characters are so brilliant and wonderful and add to the story and mystery. That ending, though. Once again I’m left speechless and with more questions and people I suspect.
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, self-discovery, the author takes us on an emotional and beautiful journey of the characters and their struggles. I can’t wait to read Gunner’s book. I highly recommend this book and whole series.
Great book , I love this series , I couldn’t put it down!! I highly recommend this book, it it was amazing
This book is awesome!! I loved the characters, the romance and thrilling suspense, another great read by Amanda Mckinney , I recieved this book as a ARC , and Amanda McKinney thank you for that! This book is part of a series and I reccomend you read them in order , you don’t want to miss reading Cabin One anyway I can’t wait for Cabin three! If you love a thrilling hot romantic suspense , don’t wait and read it now !! (less)
A great read. Very well written. It holds your attention. It is exciting, suspenseful, dramatic, emotional and so much more. A security business run by 4 brothers who are ex military and their stepmom. It is about each brother in each cabin. It is a very enjoyable read and excellent addition to the series. I received a review copy and voluntarily review it.
Well, if you thought the first book was a nail biter, get ready Amanda McKinney fans, cuz this one is going to take you on another incredible ride! This very well-written book starts out pretty intense, making you wonder what happened to the character at the end of book one, then after an intense few chapters, she hits you with a hint of the need to know! I absolutely loved Axel and Erika together! Intense, hot, sexy, their chemistry together just jumps off the page, and you’ve gotta love it when a woman can bring a strong ex Special Ops guy down to his knees, especially Axel. When you get into a book series like this, you just hope that what dragged you in with the first book, continues on with the books to follow, this story definitely checks off all the boxes for me. Fast paced, keeps the reader engaged with every turn of the page, great storyline and leaves you wishing the next installment was already out! If you haven’t read book one, I strongly suggest you pick it up right now, you won’t be sorry.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC copy of this book.
Wow. I’m speechless. This book was amazing. It was full of suspense that slowly built up and kept me on the edge of my seat.. I love how we get to learn about Axel and how he feels about everything throughout the book. I like how Erikas character is portrayed throughout the book. Patiently/impatiently waiting for the next one to find out how the ending of this one plays out. Read the series! You won’t be disappointed! I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Cabin 2 is an amazing, suspense filled, page turning story. Steel Shadows Security (SSS) is run by four ex-military brothers and their stepmom. Their father/husband’s death is ruled suicide, but the brothers now believe he was murdered. Cabin 2 tells the story of kidnapped Erika being found by Axel (Ax). She is then placed under SSS protection and guarded by Ax. Erika’s kidnapping is related to the murder of her grandmother, Baba years ago by the Black V’s. Revenge for Baba’s death is forefront on Erika’s mind, even to using herself as bait. As Ax and Erika get to know each other, they share their deepest secrets and feelings, they become romantically involved. Will they have a future together with the now world global operation of the Black V’s coming for Erika. Can Ax protect her? Along with this plot, there is another unfolding in the background which takes place in Cabin 1, Cabin 2 and I’m sure will be continued in Cabin 3. I am looking forward to the next book in this series and highly recommend reading Cabin 2 as well as Cabin 1. I received an ARC from the author in turn for my honest review.
I LOVE the Steele Shadows Security series!! Cabin 2 is even more exciting than Cabin 1! I could NOT put this one down. I was sucked in right from the start and kept on the edge of my seat. I need Cabin 3 like right now! Loved, loved, loved it!!