Partners…with benefits.Your partner knows your secrets. Your partner watches your back. Your partner…is the star of your fantasies?Linc Dalton knows that he is supposed to keep his hands off his partner…well, unless he is protecting Blair Kincaid’s gorgeous body. She’s his partner at an elite security and protection firm. Their job is to guard the wealthy, to take out the bad guys, and to … take out the bad guys, and to generally kick butt. He trusts Blair completely. He admires her strength and courage. And he wants her desperately. Not that he ever intends to let her know that fun fact. Instead, he keeps up a fake persona where he offers her jokes and flippant comments.
Blair is straight-laced. By-the-book. Always by-the-book. Linc likes things a bit wilder. Control isn’t his strong suit, but, with a massive effort, he’s kept his control in place around Blair. With Blair, he’s on his best behavior…
Until he isn’t. Until they get a new case. Until they have to go undercover as lovers.
And, suddenly, Linc has to put his hands on Blair’s delectable form. He has to stay very close to her. Has to whisper sweet promises to her. Has to share the same bed with Blair. It’s just a cover story. He’s not really in love with her…except, one night, they cross the line. Stop being pretend lovers and become the real thing. Once Linc has Blair, there is no turning back. Giving her up isn’t an option.
She broke the rules, and for once, Blair doesn’t care.
She shouldn’t have done it. Blair knows she shouldn’t have let the desire she feels for Linc sweep her away. Yet she did, and now, everything has changed. She wants him more than ever before, and, surely, they can do this, right? They can be lovers and partners and still get the job done. As long as emotions don’t get involved, everything is fine.
Until it isn’t. Until Blair and Linc are targeted as prey. Until all of their emotions are out of control.
When their cover is blown, Blair and Linc find themselves being hunted. It’s a race for survival, and Blair knows that Linc has her back. Just as she has his. Prepare yourself…things are about to get wild.
The stakes are higher than they’ve ever been, and Linc and Blair are about to turn things red-hot. Molten level. Watch out…you just might get burned.
Author’s Note: These partners have been on a slow-burn path, but their desire is about to ignite into an inferno they can’t control. You ready to steam up the pages? We’ve got action, thrills, romance…and a hero who is funny, sexy, and willing to do anything to claim his lady. CROSSING THE LINE is a complete, stand-alone novel. Guaranteed happily-ever-after (though reaching that ending will sure be fun…and a wee bit dangerous). Enjoy!
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Enjoyed this story. It was steamy and suspenseful.
Started series in the middle and started back at the beginning, currently on number 8. Really like all the characters.
Very good story! Enjoy!
I just started reading this authors books and I can’t get enough. I love the mystery in this book and how the characters end up together.
Her books always rock with action and romance.
I received a complimentary copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
This book is the love story of Linc Dalton and Blair Kincaid. They work for Wilde Securities and are partners. When this story begins, Linc has already “crossed the line,” because he is in love with Blair.
The partners’ next mission is to investigate two instances where wives have been kidnapped from the island for ransom. Linc and Blair must go undercover, to this island, as newlyweds. Thus, Linc and Blair “cross the line” again when they have sex with each other while on the island.
What follows is a fantastic mystery with lots of action, intrigue and plenty of loving sex. Ms. Eden skillfully creates a plot with many twists and turns that take readers’ minds through several possible motives. She also creates many possible candidates who may be involved in kidnapping, extortion and murder.
A suspenseful, fast paced, steamy and action-packed story. And I loved it! So much! There is so much steam and so much pent up emotion and passion … with a hefty side of mystery, intrigue, humor, suspense, and romance. Seriously what more could you want? As this book is a perfect combination of suspense and romance. You need this book, and you need everything this author has ever written in your life. Trust me…you’ll thank me later. Go grab your copy today. Happy reading everyone!!
It was a well written story with great characters, romance, and lots of action.
Crossing The Line by Cynthia Eden is book 7 in the Wilde Ways Series. This is the story of Blair Kincaid and Linc Dalton. I have read the other books which of course added to my enjoyment of this one, but I did feel you could make this a standalone book if you which to do so. Linc and Blair work together at Wilde Securities where they have both been fighting around their feelings. But when they are put on assignment as a newly married couple putting them in intimate but dangerous condition their feelings for each other start to unravel to where they can’t do anything but act on them. Really enjoyed their story and of course Ms. Eden’s writing. Can’t wait to read more book from this author.
I cannot say enough good things about this book. I LOVE it. I’d recommend it all day long. Blair is kick ass and Linc is a hot, bantering book boyfriend I’ll remember for a while.
This is another amazing read. Linc and Blair are great characters. They are partners, friends and eventually lovers. What makes this book stand out is Linc and Blair are both strong, badasss, lethal, intriguing characters who are amazing individuals who have explosive chemistry when they come together. They are also witty, sexy and endearing.Add in the fast paced suspenseful storyline and this is a MUST READ. I can’t wait to read the next book in this amazing series.
Crossing the line is the 7th book in the
Wilde Ways series, and I highly recommend to read them in order so you get to know all the great characters.
( you don’t want to miss the other stories)
I was waiting anxiously for Linc and Blair’s story because I loved them in the previous book)
This book has everything, it’s romantic, steamy, funny and has suspense. What more do you need! Linc and Blair have been parters for a while and it’s great to see how their relationship is developing.
Linc is funny, loyal and not someone to mess around with. Blair is strong and wants everything to go by the book. They make a great couple. The plot is well written and I just couldn’t put it down.
Another great read by Cynthia Eden, definitely one of my favorite authors!
Never a miss! I received this ARC from the author and this review is my honest opinion
Wow Link is possibly the most growly, possessive hero I’ve read about in quite some time and oddly that also made him quite endearing. Blair is everything I like in a heroine but she’s also a bit of a surprise but my lips are sealed ! As for the couple being undercover as honeymooners in Paradise well that was as amusing as it was hot ! I do enjoy this series with its larger than life characters but I particularly enjoyed this storyline as it felt very different to previous books. Written as usual with this authors trade mark heat and it’s certainly leading the way for the next book in this series but for now it’s all about Link and Blair and the fact that they finally get to be partners in every single sense !
This voluntary take is of an advanced copy and my thoughts and comments are honest and I believe fair
Oh My Gosh let me tell you Linc is the most protective alpha I’ve ever read. He is definitely my new favorite in this series. Sorry Ghost!!! I still love you to. Blair is no shrinking violet she’s a bad ass take charge woman. They have been partners for a while now and they both want more but are afraid of messing things up. When they go undercover as husband and wife watch out. It’s hard to know who to trust but Blair and Linc always have each other’s backs. Any time I pick up a Cynthia Eden book I know it’s gonna be a winner. We did meet a couple of new characters in this book so I hope it doesn’t end anytime soon. Cole is up next finally.
Crossing the Line has my favorite trope of “friends to lovers”. In this addition to the Wilde Ways Security Series by Cynthia Eden it is also associates or partners whose friendship crosses the line then turns into true love. Much like Kenzie and Dietz on NCIS Los Angeles. However without a doubt Linc Dalton is way cooler than Martin Dietz.
A new favorite of the series, it has great likable characters who are strong, intelligent and work to keep the world not only safe but also always having their partner’s back. The story has sexy romance, action, danger and excitement right up to the end. Outstanding addition to the series.
4.5 Stars
An ARC of the book was given to me by the publisher through Net Galley which I voluntarily chose to read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
This is another brilliant book in this wonderful series All of these books have very intense all alpha male leads and the woman who are strong and smart and bring those alphas to their knees and this one is no exception
Linc is an ex homicide detective and a member of Wilde Securities and he definitely has the hots for his partner Blair Kincaid she has issues of her own and doesn’t trust lightly but she trusts her partner When they have to go undercover pretending to be on their honeymoon things ignite between them but will it last once they are back to real life We have met both these characters in previous books in this seires and it is wonderful to finally get their story
This is one of the best series that I have read! The dialog, the humor (Gomez Adams & Morticia – lol), the action and suspense and the twisting plot that keeps you guessing until the end. Linc Dalton and Blair Kincaid are partners at Wilde Securities. Although their attraction is intense, they both try to ignore their feelings. This is harder to do once they are assigned to investigate an island paradise as honeymooners. One woman was kidnapped for ransom and returned, while the other woman was not so lucky. Blair will be the bait to see if the kidnappers are still working the island. Linc is a former homicide detective while Blair has a hidden past that she protects. As the danger escalates, Blair and Linc will show that they can handle themselves in any situation. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (by paytonpuppy)
A Spectacular Suspense .
I volunteered to read and review an advanced readers copy of Crossing The Line through Netgalley . I really enjoyed reading this story .Blair Kincaid and Linc Dalton are partners and work for Wilde Securities . Linc and Blair both have feelings for each other but neither are willing to admit it to anyone or themselves .
Eric Wilde sends them undercover to a Tropical paradise as a married couple on their Honeymoon at an Elite Resort . The Resort is where several women have kidnapped while on vacation with their rich husband’s one woman was found dead . Linc and Blair grow closer they cannot ignore their attraction and feelings as the danger mounts . Blair and Linc soon find Blair’s past is coming back there’s more at play . The two may have to fight for their lives . This story is suspenseful , action packed and very intriguing an all out fantastic . This is a well written with great characters story . I highly recommend taking the time to read .
Oh gawd! Blair and Lunch certainly made my top 5 favorite book couple so far this year.
Crossing The Line was an epic, dangerous, passionate and suspenseful story that instantly made my heart race, melt and had me flipping the pages. I didn’t want to put the book down nor did I want to miss anything.
Linc was full of surprises. He was charming in his own way, all alpha and 100% determined to be there for Blair and protect her, even when she was determined to do things on her own. And Blair is a definite likable heroine who certainly knows how to take care of herself. These two had amazing and heartfelt chemistry that was impossible to resist. I adored Linc and Blair’s story!
Crossing lines gets an UNFORGETTABLE FIVE PASSIONATE STARS! You can’t beat a romantic suspense book by Cynthia Eden. No way, no how!
Delicious! That’s what this story is. Blair and Linc are quite the pair. Lots of off the charts chemistry and great banter. Cole is featured prominently in this story and can’t wait for his book!