Mike Murphy is the new cop in town.He makes me crazy in all the right ways. So crazy that I lose my filter around him, not to mention my ablility to function like a normal person. The attraction between us undeniable and something we can’t ignore. But there’s a secret that threatens to come between us. When we uncover more than we should, things become dangerous. Will we be able to walk away, or … dangerous.
Will we be able to walk away, or will the quest to find the thruth be too tempting?
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I was very quickly lost in Sydney and Mike’s story. I loved how it was a mashup of a good romance and the movie, National Treasure! The chemistry between Sydney and Mike was palpable through the pages! Their banter was fun, flirty and oh so delicious. Add in the mystery they found themselves in and I was completely consumed by this story. I found myself laughing out loud and getting all the feels as I was reading this book. I also loved the setting for this story and the history added to the mystique. I liked how the reader (and characters) kept getting new clues that lead them to new adventures. I sure hope we see more from this writing duo and these characters!
Dangerous Temptations is my first time reading a book co-written by these Kelly Elliott and Kristin Mayer. I couldn’t tell where one Author began and another finished, which was great. I’ve enjoyed books from Kelly Elliott in the past and will be checking out books from Kristin Mayer after reading this book. This book isn’t your average romance, there’s an underlying mystery element that was just interesting to read.
I have to admit Sydney had me laughing when I first started the book. I mean, I felt for her as it’s not an easy time in her life, but man, her early interactions with Mike had me wanting to hug her for her awkwardness. She’s the kind of woman I would hang out with so I felt like I was right along with her for this journey.
Mike made me smile. There was just something about him that I truly enjoyed. He’s sweet and determined in his attempt to win Sydney over. I fell for him pretty quickly.
The chemistry is there for this couple, even as they’re dealing with outside circumstances and events. They just click and I loved seeing that.
The writing here flowed and the pacing of the book worked. Again, it’s more than just a romance. There’s some mystery and intriguing subplots as well and I think they worked well in this book. I felt like I was a supporting character, just observing everything with Sydney and Mike. I enjoyed this book and would recommend it.
5 Quite the Odd Couple Stars!!!
They’ve done it again…the writing duo of Kelly Elliott and Kristin Mayer have written a story that is both laugh out loud funny and suspenseful at the same time!! Mike is new to Salem and he first meets Sydney when she returns home to take over her Grandfather’s veterinary practice and to say their first meeting brought a huge smile to my face is putting it mildly…and it just gets better from there.
What’s great about this town is that even with all the history surrounding it, you’d think it’d be a big town, but it really isn’t. It’s this quintessential north eastern town where everyone knows everyone and everything that’s happening in their lives. And so begins their love story and the mystery surrounding information Sydney found left by her grandfather.
I absolutely loved these two together. They’re playful and sexy and Sydney really doesn’t have a filter which had me snort laughing throughout the book. Add in secret hiding places and a scavenger hunt that has all sorts of questions with not that many answers. There’s things going on in this town that keep Sydney and Mike on their toes and it brings them closer together. And, their sexy times are fan inducing!!
What it all comes down to is that this book brings together two of my favorite authors that have a written a book that lives in the past and the present, takes us on a ride that is almost eerie and gives us a love filled HEA!!!
Sydney comes back to Salem to run her grandpa’s veterinarian office she literally meets Officer Mike and their story starts. I absolutely loved how Sydney was a hot mess around him at first. She had no filter sometimes around him that would practically make you snort laugh, I know it did!
Mike is all that and some! He’s sweet, strong, smart and the list goes on and on. When they go on the scavenger hunt that Sydney’s grandpa left for her, they make a remarkable team. I couldn’t wait to see what was going to happen next.
Mike’s parents are a freaking riot!! I hope we get to see more of the people of this town!
What a suspenseful romance with so many twists and turns. This is one of those fun stories that keep you guessing till the end. I loved how Syd and Mike kept you on your toes; they can make you laugh and swoon.
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Dangerous Temptations was so different from anything I have read by these authors before, but what a fabulous read!
After the death of her grandfather, Sydney returns home to Salem, Massachusetts to run the veterinarian clinic that has been passed down to her. She receives a mysterious letter that sends her on a scavenger hunt uncovering clue after clue. I loved how these authors write together. They keep you engaged and guessing on how the mystery will unfold and how the past connects to the present.
I loved Sydney’s spark & attitude and her quirky, clumsiness in the beginning. Loved how she was constantly stumbling over her words when she first met Mike. I loved that even after losing her grandfather and having no family left she was still able to keep on moving and keep a positive attitude. I also loved her passion for animals.
I adored Mike just as much. A strong cop, who knows what he wants the moment he meets Sydney and is unapologetic in his pursuit of her. He also provides us with those totally, sweet swoon-worthy moments as their chemistry and connection grow. I couldn’t get enough of them. I loved Mike and his dog Maggie Maye so much! The way he interacts with her will melt your heart right from the beginning.
Mike’s parents were hilarious! the humour they add to the story is just the best.
I was impressed how many twists and turns the story takes as Sydney and Mike get closer and closer to unraveling the truth. So well written. 5 stars!
**I received an ARC in exchange of an honest review
* A review copy was provided by the authors *
Well this was not what I was expecting from these two authors!!! But in the best way!!!
The writing duo of Kelly Elliott and Kristin Mayer has done it again!! This is the third book they have collaborated on and it was FANTASTIC!!! It’s always exciting to me when a writing duo that I love announces a new book being released and this book did not disappoint!!!
I have always loved Kelly Elliott’s writing style, but I am not too familiar with Kristin’s, but I love when two authors can come together and write so seamlessly. That’s what you get with these two. You read the book and you can’t tell who writes what….they just work perfectly together.
Dangerous Temptations was an unexpected but thrilling and intriguing story. I was hooked from the beginning to the end. I think Kristin Mayer and Kelly Elliott have a future in writing romantic suspense stories.
I will admit that the subject matter of this story had me a bit confused at times, but by the end it all worked out in my head and everything made sense to me. I am having a hard time writing this review, because I don’t want to spoil anything for other readers.
So all I really can say is that this storyline was interesting, original and captivating. I loved the characters we met in this book. This story was the perfect mix of humor, romance and mystery. If you are a person who loves a good who dun nit story, then this is one you will want to read. I can say this was totally different from anything I have read by Kelly Elliott or Kristin Mayer before. I love seeing authors who branch out and try new things in the writing. Keeps things fresh!!!
Dangerous Temptations is a standalone novel told in Dual POV. This book is a MUST READ!!! If you like either or both of these authors, you need to see this side to their writing. Also if you are a fan of a story that will keep you turning the pages until the very last one, then you should give this book a try. I look forward to what these two authors have in store for us next!!!
I love these two authors together! Dangerous Temptations is a thrilling, edge of your seat, fast paced romance! I love that it intertwines the past and the present into one!
Sydney is trying to adjust to life after her Grandfather passed away. Moving back to town to take over his vet business has not been the easiest. Luckily for her she meets Mike. He is a new cop in town; moving from a large city to try to slow down.
Mike becomes more than a friend, helping her move on and discover the secrets that lie in their town. Maybe moving to a small town is more dangerous than big city life! What will happen when the two of them chase the past? Will they be able to stop when it becomes too dangerous?
I enjoyed this book; not my favorite by them but still very fun! It keeps you guessing the entire time!
This is the first book that I have read from the writing duo of Kelly Elliott and Kristin Mayer. I am happy that I was able to read this book. Kelly Elliott never ceases to amaze me and now I have a new author to read and love in Kristin Mayer. Loved Mike and Sydney so much. They were such a great couple. The chemistry between them was so intoxicating. I couldn’t put this book down. I was on the edge of my seat while reading it. With each page of this book you will have humor, romance, mystery, angst and secrets. How can you go wrong with that? The only issue I had with this book was that it ended. I wanted more.
I received an ARC of this book and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
A great mystery romantic comedy and something completely different for Kelly. Kelly and Kristin are an epic duo when it comes to their storytelling. I caught myself laughing out loud and trying to rush through the book to see what is going to happen. I absolutely love clue movies. Just like National Treasure especially if it has to do with history. I really hope they continue with this genre of writing.
Could Kelly Elliott and Kristin Mayer be any more perfect when writing together?
Dangerous Temptations was not what I was expecting, but I mean that in the best possible way. When the book starts, you feel the same as maybe just about any other romance novel you’ve read. You meet the girl, Sydney, who’s accomplished, funny, a little quirky and of course beautiful. Then the meet-cute comes, enter officer Mike Murphy. He’s the new cop in town, handsome, strong and utterly lovable. It seems these two people are destined to ride into the sunset. What was wonderful about this book is it takes a very unexpected but fun turn. Kelly and Kristin gave me something different with Dangerous Temptations that I didn’t even know I wanted from a romance. It’s a little mystery, a lot of laughs and more than anything a beautiful HEA.
There is no doubt we will see more of this mystery from Kelly and Kristin!
This writing duo is one of my favorites! Kelly Elliott and Kristin Mayer are two of my all-time favorite authors and them writing together is EVERYTHING! Dangerous Temptations is amazing! Mike and Sydney have amazing chemistry and the heat is off the charts! BUT, this book is so much more than a romance! There is a mystery that they are trying to solve and it was epic! EPIC!!! FIVE STARS!! AMAZING!! (If you can’t tell, I really liked this book)
Dangerous Temptations is a romantic mystery you won’t want to miss !!!
Sydney and Mike’s story is set in Salem MA and what starts as just a scavenger hunt turns into so much more when this couple find love. I fell big time for Sydney and Mike and I really didn’t want their story to end because this writing duo made this love story a true magical experience when they gave us a romantic mystery with plenty of twists and turns.
These two authors work so well together and it’s impossible to tell who has written what and that for me is sure sign of a best seller. As individuals we love them and together we get the best of both of them so why wouldn’t you one click this entertaining hard to put down read…..
Elliott provides the feels. Mayer goes for the shock. Together they deliver sizzling and intriguing, romantic suspense. Dangerous Temptations is a battle of hearts. Sidney and Mike fight attraction while drowning in mystery. Intensity is the name of the game and this couple delivers on all fronts. From heated passion to dangerous romance, Dangerous Temptations loves pushing the boundaries between desire and danger and coming out on top
Nicholas Cage move over we got an adventure of a lifetime by two talented authors that will take you on a rollercoaster of mystery. Don’t be fooled by the title for this is one story unlike Kelly Elliott and Kristin Mayer have created packed with love, lies, secrets and murder all in one hot as hell book. I loved that Mike is one hotty officer but seeing Sydney get all giggly towards him was hillarious. Then there is his parents, his father so funny and boy who knew passion was still there. Although these two authors took us around Salem and even to Pennsylvania it was Maggie May, the little orphaned dog that stole the show. Kelly Elliott and Kristin Mayer totally shined in this book creating a story that well makes you wonder if there will be more. Loved it full of secrets, suspense and a mystery centuries old waiting to be solved.
“I received an eBook copy from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own.”
I don’t even know where to begin with this review. I can’t form how much I love this book into words, so this will probably be pretty short and sweet. I have a serious book hangover. I would rate this book A MILLION STARS if I could. I am that in love with it!
I loved Sydney, plain and simple, I just loved her. She had some sassiness to her and she was an adventurer at heart. Mike, well who doesn’t love cop!? The two of them together were perfect. They hit it off from the very first meeting and then together went on one crazy adventure together.
Dangerous Temptations is so much more than just a romance story. I loved the mystery and the adventure. This book ticked so many boxes for me. It had romance, an awesome heroine, a sexy cop, an hilarious family (seriously, Mike’s parents killed me), adventure and secrets! I DEVOURED this story. I loved EVERY SINGLE MOMENT, EVERY SINGLE TWIST and TURN. Think steamy romance novel meets the Da Vinci Code.
I don’t think I can recommend this book enough. It is a MUST READ and one of my favorite books of 2019 hands down!
5 STAR READ!
I loved this story of Sydney and Mike. Not only was it HOT HOT HOT, but the plot has so much intrigue, you couldn’t stop reading.
The mystery behind the book was not something you normally see in a romance, but it added so much to the story.
Mike is a true alpha male and my favourite type of man to read. He keeps Sydney close and accepts her for who she is; quirks and all.
Sydney felt like she was going to remain alone for the foreseeable future. It only took one tap on her car window for it all the change.
Paul and Dex were a hoot too. Also, we can’t forget about Maggie Maye!
Can’t wait for more from these two authors! 🙂
I really loved this book so much I can’t wait to read another one of your books
* I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.*
I absolutely love the chemistry that Mike and Sydney have and is more like love at first sight. Sydney can’t quite form a sentence around Officer Mike and Officer Mike is quite smitten with Sydney.
Sydney loves a good scavenger hunt and Mike loves nothing more than looking for evidence…
Kelly and Kristen have lead them on an adventure that will not only have them learning about themselves, family and friends but finding a secret society that has themselves and relationships tested.
I really love how they have written this AMAZING story.
Job well done Kelly and Kristen…
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Though I have read both of these authors in the past, as a writing duo they are newer to me and I have to say, I am loving the stories they give us. In Dangerous Temptations by Kelly Elliott and Kristin Mayer, we get a story full of steamy chemistry and a bit of suspense.
Sydney is back home after her grandfather passes to take over the family business. As she is settling into her new normal, she meets Mike Murphy, a local cop, and the sparks fly! The chemistry between these two is insane and the more they run into each other the harder it is to deny. Throw in a mystery and you will be captivated from start to finish!
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