Classified is the final book of the Elite Series and should only be read after book one, Danger Zone, and book two, Need for Speed.They train to serve their country.They strive to be the best.But only a select few can be…The Elite * * MATEO MORGANCALL SIGN: SOLO Reckless, arrogant, and bold, Solo is as known in the U.S. Navy for his bad-boy reputation as he is for his skills as a fighter … for his bad-boy reputation as he is for his skills as a fighter pilot. It’s a surprise to his peers, then, when he’s chosen to train and compete at the most prestigious naval aviation academy in the world.
MISSION RULES:
1.Kick everyone’s ass.
2.Do whatever it takes to win.
3.Do your best to distract the competition.
4.Especially when that competition is a gorgeous blue-eyed perfectionist who makes your blood run hot.
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GRANT HUGHES
CALL SIGN: PANTHER
Disciplined, smart, and confident, Panther can’t afford not to play by the rules. As the son of a top Navy commander, all eyes are on him, and being anything less than number one is unacceptable.
MISSION RULES:
1.Keep it safe in the air.
2.Prove you’re more than Commander Hughes’s son.
3.No distractions. Stay focused.
4.Don’t fall for your competition—especially not the rebellious heartbreaker with lips made for sinning.
In the heat of the hot California sun, tempers flare and desires ignite as Solo and Panther try to resist their attraction while fighting to be number one.
With passion this intense, the question remains:
Who’s gonna come out on top?
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Classified is the final book in Solo and Panther’s love story. I really loved the ending to this book, and feel that these men got the HEA they deserved. This book shows us the qualities they bring out in each other, as well as the solidness of their bond.
This was a cute series that was very easy to read, and I literally devoured Classified in one evening!
The conclusion to Solo and Panther’s journey is a hot and steamy one! Just what we come to expect from Brooke and Ella – sex, tension, feelings and a giant pool of lubed up love at the end! Another brilliant series from these excellent authors!
The conclusion to the Elite Trilogy and what a series it was. These boys are freaking fantabulous. I loved them so much. The way that that they grew during these books was amazing to watch. I loved how both of them had their different reasons for not wanting to be in a relationship but both felt powerless to their reasons – that their draw to each other was more than their excuses. Their coming out was a bit anticlimactic and I was a bit disappointed with how that played out. Yes there was one jerk wad but with this being set in the military world it just seemed too easy for their coming out. Not to say that they didn’t have their conflict but I think it was all too easy for them. While I loved this trilogy immensely, I think a lot could have been cut out to make a perfect duet. But I still say that I love these boys and highly recommend them.
The final book in The Elite ties everything up nicely, but not without some tense moments. As always, super sexy. I have a had time with stories that kinda jump off such a memorable movie (or book as the case might be) and it is hard not to compare them or think of the characters in Top Gun while reading the series. It made it weird for me…but that is on me lol. The series was interesting and as always with Ella and Brooke, steamy as heck.
WOW I absolutely loved this , what an amazing ending, this is a romance with plenty of depth and had you on the edge of your seat. Panther and Solo faced some challenges but these only added to the joy of following their love. I adored this couple would absolutely recommend this series
4.5 stars!!
Finally we get the conclusion to Panther and Solo’s story and it did not disappoint. 🙂
It picks up right where book 2 ended and let me tell you, I spent most of my time smiling as I was reading. I thought I couldn’t fall in love with them any more than I did. The both of them together are explosive. There wasn’t much drama which I am happy about, but what did happen, could have been avoided if there was communication., but I get why it went down the way it did 🙂
As we see them fall in love, you wonder what will happen when they’re done. Will they stay together? I loved their friends and dare I say I liked Panther’s dad too. 🙂
Even though I loved this book and all the feels, I wish there was more towards the ending of the epilogue. Don’t get me wrong, it was great, but I wanted to see how that all play out 🙂
The epic conclusion to Panther and Solo’s story is finally here, and it does not disappoint! Classified picked up right where Need For Speed left off with Panther and Solo making a big decision and now it’s time for everyone to face the aftermath of that decision and what it means for them. They’re still competing for the top spot in the Elite, but suddenly that doesn’t seem to be so important to them anymore.
This was the perfect ending for Solo and Panther and I couldn’t have asked for a better one for them. We got to see a softer side of Solo and a more dominant side of Panther. I loved seeing these two handsome men grow and open up to one another more than we saw in the first two books. These two brought out a different side in one another and made me fall more in love with them and their story. And the steaminess in this book was off the charts! This trilogy has quickly become a favorite of mine and I couldn’t have asked for a better conclusion for these two amazing men. I cannot wait to see what these two ladies have in store for us next!
Classified is the emotional conclusion to Solo and Panther’s story, which began in Danger Zone. Solo and Panther began this journey as let’s just say, not as friend, but have come out on the other side with the person who is the perfect match for him. These two have taken a journey together that has led them to discover just who they really are, what they truly want in life, and finding out that sometimes even the best of the best needs a little competition to make him even better. The journey of growth and development that Solo and Panther have been was a very enlightening ride for these two. They went from nothing denying feelings, or rather Panther went from this one, to lust, to here is my heart laid bare for you. These alpha male top Navy fighter pilots realized that it is to express your feelings, and that you don’t have to be perfect all the time…just in the air.
Classified has it all…fun and witty banter, pulls to your heartstrings, super hot fighter pilots, but most of all, it has two characters that were absolutely made for each other. Yet, another fantastic read by Brooke Blaine and Ella Frank.
I loved Panther and Solo and was so excited to read this sizzling conclusion. In all honesty, it fell flat in a lot of places, but that doesn’t mean I didn’t love it. I just wanted some more excitement, we got it in the first two and this one was a bit more predictable than I wanted it to be. But at the end, Ella Frank and Brooke Blaine didn’t disappoint. They told a love story that was hot and fierce and the two men who loved each other despite the odd was worth everything.
Do I wish there was a little more? Sure. But I understand how the characters tell the story and this is the story these guys needed told, so I’m glad we got to see their HEA. Even if it was a little too perfect at times, it was still good. I still love these authors and this story.
Swoon-worthy and satisfying, Classified concluded Grant (Panther) and Mateo (Solo) whirlwind love story. This installment concentrated on developing the unbeatable bond between the competitive couple. Their journey was filled with lots of hotness, an abundance of romance and a little drama. I loved the dynamics between the couple. The respect, understanding and support they had for each other were sacred and priceless. Their synchronicity in life and in the air proved that they were made for each other.
I totally enjoyed the trilogy and would definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoyed a well-written, swoony and sexy enemies-to-lovers romance featuring some hot fighter pilots.
Note: Classified is the final book of the Elite Series and should only be read after book one, Danger Zone, and book two, Need for Speed.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance complimentary copy of this book. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
A+ rating. This was worth the wait. This series has been my top m/m series read for this year. I adored all three of these books. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND, but YOU MUST read the whole series…they do not stand alone.
My Rating:
Type: Series. Book 3
Genre: Contemporary M/M Romance
Narration: Dual POV
Primary Characters: Panther & Solo
Source: Courtesy of Author/ Publisher – ARC
Book 1 Review:https://meander23.com/2020/02/26/review-the-danger-zone-the-elite-1-by-brooke-blaine-ella-frank/
Book2 Review:https://meander23.com/2020/03/27/reviewneed-for-speedthe-elite-2-by-ella-frank-brooke-blaine/
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for honest review.
Classified is the final book in the Elite Series. This book gave a satisfying, fitting conclusion for Mateo (Solo) and Grant’s (Panther) whirlwind story. Book starts off with them walking into the gala as a couple.
Solo and Panther each came a long way during their time in The Elite, and I enjoyed being on the journey with them. Now being on a crucial point in relationship they have decided their path. Where can their relationship go? What is in store for them at the end of their course? The outcome of the course was predictable but what’s post that was bigger question and we got a very satisfying answer for that.
In this book we see more of their sensual side together, their feelings for each other, and their love which will bring out the best in each other. They grow over the course of their relationship, which was beautiful and entertaining.
Plot moved in a faster pace. Totally loved the interaction between Whiplash and Houdini. Even though some things were predictable writing style made this book impossible to put down. Liked the way team supported Solo and Panther and team camaraderie. The flying scenes were also a complete treat.
Epilogue was damn awesome. I was enjoying it to the core and it got concluded as “Classified”.
All in all, I totally enjoyed the trilogy. I made a superb choice in picking this book for my first diverse read. It’s well written with good amount of tension, competition, adrenaline, love along with hot fighter pilots.
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hmmmmmmm … okay, let me see if I can say this correctly lol I’m a fan of these two but this trilogy would have worked better, for me, as a duet with an extended epilogue/novella tagged on to the end. Sorta how some author will write a baby novella or wedding novella for an established couple at some point after their HEA. For me, this installment in the journey of Mateo & Grant added only an insight into them as a couple and how they navigated life, a chain of events if you will, with little to no tension or anticipation. I’m not sure what I was expecting out of this third book because in my head, they had an established HEA already with just a few loose ends, and I totally enjoyed reading more of them in this book, but it nags my brain to no end that I kept expecting something to twist in this book to justify it being a full-length novel in a trilogy, and that never happened.
As far as content, Grant and Mateo have a lot of life to figure out as a couple and Classified did give a lot of content of them navigating their lives. It was well written, as it always is with these authors, and yes, still a whole bunch of sexy to go around LOL
I’ve enjoyed the journey these authors created for Mateo and Grant. It filled my heart with hope and joy and pulled a lot of emotion from within. They make an excellent team, both the authors and Mateo and Grant!
Classified is the third and final installment in The Elite series. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of this series and was absolutely invested in the highs and lows of Panther and Solo’s relationship. They sizzle together, but I enjoyed watching their relationship evolve on all levels. Fun, sexy read.
So great, I couldn’t put it down. I read it in a day it was such a page turner. The love between solo and panther is amazing. I loved the ups and downs of their relationship and all the steamy romance. I loved the ending and was so excited. What a great series. Can’t wait to see what’s next.
Heading in to Solo and Panther’s final book, I was ready for Ella Frank and Brooke Blaine to give readers exactly what they’ve been shouting for since Danger Zone was released, and now that the twelve week elite training academy is coming to an end, these two alpha males, who are vying for the top fighter pilot position, are also trying to figure out how to get what they want while still keeping what they’ve built with each other.
For the most part, there is not a lot of drama involved in Classified, which makes sense given everything they’ve already endured. What seems to be the most trying aspect, when it comes to Grant and Mateo moving forward, together, is the logistics of that future and how time spent with one another is not solely up to their individual wants and needs.
How can you not swoon over these two? There is so much attraction and chemistry between them that it resonates off the pages of their story, and because both of them are all-in, fighting for each other as much, or more, as they’re fighting for their position, their rank among the elite fighter pilots at the Naval Aviation Fighter Academy. But despite their competitive nature, their need to be the best, and their desire to be considered the best of the best, Grant and Mateo have added to their goals, not in a professional sense, but in a personal one, and it’s something that they’ll risk everything for, despite the fact that neither saw the other one coming, when it comes to how they’ve grown together and what they’re willing to give up to stand by each other’s side.
M/M romance reads are one of my favorite genres and Ella Frank and Brooke Blaine always deliver sexy, sensual, and seductive stories that focus on two males who realize they want more out of their lives than what they have, but getting to that point is not without its issues, which is why readers need to weather the storms, just as much as the heroes do, so that when everything is said and done, the outcome is satisfying.
4.5 Poison Apples
Wonderful end to the series. The series must be read in order. Ties up all the loose ends. Plenty of feels and sexy times!!
I liked seeing Solo grow and mature. Panther was able to loosen up as well. Super satisfying series.
The series was well written and plotted. Each book stopped at the perfect spot. Wonderful!!
Book 3 of the Elite series was so worth the wait. So sad to know that we’re not going to be getting anymore of Panther and Solo but so glad they got their happily ever after. Brooke and Ella awesome job as always.
Book 3 starts off exactly where Book 2 ends and from beginning to end there is not a dull moment. In this book you get a closer look to the more sensual side of their relationship and finally we get to see the climax of the building of their love for each other. While these 2 fighter pilots are full of all the confidence in the world we get to see them explore the times when they weren’t as confident in some of the decisions that they each made. We saw Solo loose some of his “me against the world” persona and start to trust Panther a lot more, we saw Panther toughen up and start taking a stand for the things that was important to him, developing his relationship with Solo. All in all we got to see these 2 develop, flourish and thrive in a relationship that was just absolutely perfect for them. Even though they had to overcome a lot of obstacles placed in their way LOVE always finds a way to win out.
Would totally recommend that you read this series. It is a fun and engaging series that makes you believe in love and what a truly remarkable love story this is.
Finally back with Panther and Solo!! I’ve missed them! This is book 3 and you MUST read the first 2 books to understand everything in this book!
The book starts immediately where the last book left off, Panther and Solo can’t keep their relationship secret anymore, they make their debut as a couple at the Navy Ball.
Now that their relationship is out in the open, they finally have the freedom to just be themselves and find their way to forever together. They’ve put off having difficult conversations and doubt creeps it’s way in. But these boys are the best of the best in the sky, they aren’t going to let communication get in the way of their HEA!
This whole book was sweet and swoony, it wraps up Panther and Solos story beautifully.
This is the third and final book in “The Elite Series” and it gave me all the closure I needed… Being the last book, it also didn’t end on a cliffy which made me all kinds of happy.
I have to be honest though, I expected a bit more angst and action, but to me, it read more like a very long epilogue … Which isn’t a bad thing, since it was all kinds of sweet and romantic. I could nearly taste the love between these two. They really came a long way since the first book.
I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this book and the ending definitely gave me butterflies but … for me personally… I would rather read one or two lengthier books than 3 short ones with cliffies and waits in between. Thankfully the wait in between wasn’t that long, but it still took me out of the story.
That said, these two were all kinds of hot and sweet and I am so glad I finally got to be a witness to their Happy Ever After. There are some small bumps on their road, but nothing they can’t handle together.
I really like the writing style of these two authors together and I hope there will be more collaboration between them in the future