Accused of murder and on the run, Sophie must turn to the one man she could never have. Investigating her friend’s suspicious death, Sophie’s only source of information turns up dead – and she’s the prime suspect. Forced into hiding, she turns to her brother’s best friend to help keep her alive, clear her name, and find the killer before she becomes the next victim. Gaige has longed for Sophie … longed for Sophie for years, and he’d do anything to keep her safe, but details of the investigation aren’t adding up. Mounting doubts have him questioning her story, even as his heart insists she’s telling the truth. The only thing he knows for sure is he’ll do anything to prove her innocence, but will it cost him his career?
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I was on the edge of my seat the whole time I was reading this book. I enjoyed the storyline and the characters were likeable. I loved how determined he was to help her and that they both didn’t think the other was interested. So much wasted time, but they more than made up for it.
OMG this is a fantastic read. I love kickass heroines, but Sophie is one of my favourites because we also see a vulnerable, feminine side to her which doesn’t take away from her combative side. Fast paced plot with great characters. I loved this one. I received an ARC of this book and chose to leave a review
This is the first book that I’ve read by this author and must I say I was blown away by how well it was written. It gave us everything and so much more. Sophie and Gaige have us hoping for love that stays with us for more that 10 years and when it finally finds its way home we love the outcome. This book is so worth the read and I give it 5 stars. I voluntarily read and reviewed this book as an Advanced Reader’s Copy.
This book took off from the word go and it never stopped until you turned that last page Once again a hit from this very talentd author who is now one of my one click authors actually she has been for a while
Gaige Vickers is one of the founders of GHOST a security company that employs ex military in fact he is ex military himself and he lost his best friend in Afghanistan he promised he would keep an eye on his sister something he hasn’t really done as he is attracted to Sophie and that would be against the bro code. Now Sophie needs his help after her best friend died and it was ruled a suicide she didn’t believe it and has she looked into it her best witness dies and she has been accused of the murder now she is on the run AWOL from the army and the only man who can help her his her brothers best friend a man she has always loved. As danger circles them they will need to solve the case with the help of the bounty hunters and the members of Ghost and they will also learn that love can’t be denied. Be prepared for some major twists and turns as you believe you have the murderer and then there is a huge twist.
Let’s start off by saying this was our first read by this author and we throughly enjoyed our first read by them.
The story had you enmeshed in the story right from the beginning as it started off with a bang and drew you right in.The story was suspenseful and intriguing and one twisted plot that kept us glued to the pages the entire time.
Loved Sophie and Gaige and Hawk they made a great team.We loved the suspenseful story that was filled with chemistry and intrigue,murder,sexy times,forging new friendships and also reviving a friendship that fell to the wayside.
Sophie is in trouble and the only one she trusts to turn to is Gaige her brothers best friend who runs a elite company called G.H.O.S.T where they make amazing things happen. Gaige is Sophie’s last resort and the man of her dreams that she has been crushing on since her childhood.
The story heated up quite a bit when these two decided to act on their feelings when both of them spoke up about how they have always felt about one another.We loved the amazing chemistry this couple had as they were super hot together and perfect from one another as Sophie would have no problem fitting into Gaige’s company and then men he considers family.
We loved the story from beginning to end as so much was going on constantly to keep you turning the pages and we loved how the whole story unfolded because the story kept you guessing the entire time and I have to say that there were so many pieces to unravel things weren’t looking good for a bit but, through sure endurance and a whole lot of team work secret after secret kept coming to light and more then than a few surprises we didn’t see coming and we just love when that happens.
Overall a fantastic read and we are looking forward to continuing they rest of this series.Recommended read to all !
Oh my yes! PJ Fiala is a brand new author to me but I am a BIG fan. I was so into this from the first page. The suspense and danger kept my pulse pounding. And there was so many twists that I had no idea what was going to happen next.
I liked Sophie. A lot. She was such a strong woman both physically and emotionally but the events of the past few months left her feeling unlike herself; vulnerable. Not knowing what to do, she turned to the one man she knew would be able to help, Gaige. Talk about an alpha male! Protective and powerful. And pining for Sophie for more years than he cares to admit. He knew he had to help her when she called, but he had no idea the mess she was in.
With all the time Sophie and Gaige were spending in close quarters trying to get to the bottom the turn her life had taken they were able to talk a lot. Even with the mystery and danger escalating, they put their long harbored feelings out in the open. And both were beyond shocked and pleased that those feelings were reciprocated. These two had chemistry in spades! They were dynamite between the sheets.
It was a steady build. As some questions were answered, more popped up. And it was a tangled web of lies, secrets, deceit, and powerful men and one willful woman. I was absolutely glued to my kindle to see what Sophie, Gaige and his team would uncover next. Though, I found the way everything wrapped up a hair anticlimactic, I still didn’t see most of the twists coming. Defending Sophie was a good start to what I’m hoping is an awesome new military suspense series.
She needs him. He hadn’t heard from her for too long, not since her brother died, but that didn’t mean he didn’t want her. He had hidden his feelings for over 20 years knowing that nothing could come of it but now she needed him. I haven’t read much of this authors work but I do love how this series is starting out. These are standalone reads with carry over characters (my favorite kind of series). So far it’s looking to be one with plenty of action and suspense. This one had such great twist going on that it wasn’t until the end that it all came together and man what a finish. Rape, lies, threats from unexpected sources, nothing is what it seems as all of the truth comes out. This author doesn’t reveal much as her characters race to stop a serial rapist with revenge and a heart of steel it wont be easy. Beautifully done with characters you will want to bring home to daddy. Sophie is no slouch and doesn’t let them put her in a box to be rescued, she’s all in and when it’s all said and done she’ll finally have everything she never thought was possible.
Amazing! This book has everything you want a book to have. Wonderful characters and supporting characters, action, intrigue,it’s sexy, and a few good tears. This is one for your keeper shelf. I can’t wait for more in this series and definitely recommend reading!
I received a free copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving a review
This talented author has started her new series with a home run in Defending Sophie.
Gaige Vickers, is former military, and now runs GHOST.
Sophie Turner, is in the Army and currently running for her life after being accused of murder.
Desperate for help, Sophie calls Gaige, a man that not only was her deceased brother’s best friend, and one she trusts, but also the one she’s been half in love for over 20 years.
Gaige will do anything for Sophie and engages the GHOST group to assist him.
Will they survive the conspiracy? Will Sophie and Gaige finally divulge their feelings?
The story is filled with non-stop action, suspense, bad guys, conspiracy, hunky good guys, and romance.
The main characters are complex and the secondary are just as engaging. Hoping that some of them get their stories.
Now this is a winner to begin a series with. It has a great world with characters that push all the buttons with page turning elements. Sophie and Gaige take us through this one with us holding on fast. It also gives the base line on GHOST with this being the pieces of their story. I like also this one has a second chance at something they thought was missed. You speed through this one with it giving all its got filling every craving with when you reach the end you clap knowing it is only the beginning.
Sophie is investigating her friend’s death, having suspicions about the circumstances. But when her informant turns up dead, Sophie is the first person they suspect. Having no other choice but to hide, there’s only one person that can help clear her name and find the real killer, all while keeping her alive…her brother’s best friend.
Gaige has wanted Sophie for a long time, but never acted on it in deference to who she is and his friendship with her brother. But when he learns she’s in danger, he doesn’t hesitate to step in. Then there’s the fact things aren’t adding up, but Gaige trusts Sophie.
As Gaige and Sophie spend time together, old feelings resurface, though they never fully faded, and danger dodges their steps as they work to discover what’s going on.
Can Gaige protect Sophie and find out who is after her and why? Was she getting too close to the truth about her friend’s death? Will the close proximity to Gaige be too much for them to resist? Or will they maintain their distance and deny their growing love in memory of Sophie’s late brother?
One-click now and follow along as two people may finally get the chance to have their forever. I enjoyed this plot, the danger to Sophie only adding more tension to the situation. I wish it hadn’t taken them so long to finally get together, but am glad they did get their HEA.
**I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.**
By Elizabeth
This new series is off to a wonderful start and this book sucked me in at page one! This sexy romance was action packed, suspenseful, full of mystery and intrigue, and wonderful characters. Gaige and Sophie are wonderful together. I cannot wait for the next book!
I love everything about this story!
From the first time Gaige met his best friends sister Sophie he’s carried her in his heart. But always felt she was off limits. So he stayed away. But when he gets a frantic call from Sophie and she says she’s in trouble. He gets his team ready and hops on his jet to find her. Because their is no place safer for Sophie than in his arms.
It’s always been Gaige. No one else can compare. Now that Sophie’s in his arms everything just melts away.
But theirs a rapist and murderer on the loose hunting Sophie. “I voluntarily received this arc book for an honest review”
Wow what a fantastic storyline suspense, mystery, kidnapping, murder, this book starts fast and continues action packed all the way through. Sophie finds her friend and OMG the sparks that fly! If you like reading about a couple of tall handsome men that drop everything to help their friend than this is the book for you.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book and gave my honest opinion.
If you love this genre and this author this is a must read. I volunteered to read an advance copy for an honest review.
Sophie Turner needs help and the only person she can call is a GHOST. Since the passing of her best friend Kate and the digging the two of them had been doing before Kate was allegedly murdered has Sophie turning to the ONLY person she know can and hopefully will help her .. Gaige Vickers .. if he remembers her.
Gaige is now the head of GHOST but when he gets a phone call from Sophie he drops everything to help her. Is it because of her brother Tate, his best friend, his partner or is it because of the feelings he has always had for Tate’s little sister.
When he finds himself needing to go help her he knows he needs to bring back because he doesn’t know what he is walking into. And boy does he and Hawk walk into to some stuff.
The ins and outs of the government operations that they have to deal with to now clear Sophie for murder fascinated me. I never knew things that were discussed in this chapter of GHOST existed. I t was an eye opener !! The anxiety of the highs and lows these characters go through makes your heart race !!
And we all know P.J. never leaves the sexy love out !! I with I could say more BUT I wont spoil it for you but leave you with .. I never saw that coming !! LOVED EVERY WORD !! Another smash hit for P.J. !!
5 stars
I received a free copy of the full length novel Defending Sophie (Special Forces: Operation Alpha) GHOST Book One by PJ Fiala and this review was given freely.
A genre I enjoy and characters I’ve already met and love. Unrequited love realized and a story just as gripping as the cover. Violence, suspense,wonderful characters, hope for battered women and steamy love with an alpha male are wrapped up in this military coverup with a twist. Army soldier Sophie must turn to her brother’s best friend, the current head of the GHOST operatives, Gaige to investigate the suspicious death of her best friend while preventing herself being killed or being imprisoned for murder.
I received this ARC for an honest review.
PJ Fiala has an uncanny way of bringing characters and a story to life. I can always be assured that what I read from her, will touch emotions and leave me truly satisfied as a reader. I absolutely loved this book. It’s packed full of suspense, some OMG moments and humor, not to mention the swooning. Another home run hit – one click folks as you will not be disappointed.
Non-stop action kept me glued to this book!
I absolutely loved that this book has a fierce heroine who can more than hold her own, but is smart enough to call in reinforcements when she’s clearly outgunned and outnumbered. Sophie doesn’t back down from investigating her friend’s death, even calling in her late brother’s best friend, Gaige, when things spiral out of control. Gaige drops everything to race across the country to help, bringing all his resources along with him.
Throughout the investigation and as they try to stay one step ahead of the danger, Gaige and Sophie finally confront the unspoken attraction they’ve always had between them. Watching them nurture their relationship while figuring out who’s really behind the threats made this an edge-of-your-seat read.
The conspiracy is far-reaching, beyond Sophie’s friend to others they both know in the military, which brings its own level of suspense and betrayal as well. It’s truly a well-crafted suspense story that keeps the heat on the relationship throughout. I loved every step, and their HEA was especially sweet. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Wow, this is an excellent romantic suspense. Tragedy brings them full circle, their journey is emotional and the suspense is very intense. I love that the life-long friendship that Sophie has with Gaige is the type where trust is not an issue, that’s rare. They fit so perfectly together and even with things stacked against her, he is a constant confidante and willing to sacrifice all for her. Even though Sophie’s desperation rekindles their connection, I also love that they get this second chance to discover/explore their mutual attraction. Also love Gigi, she is just perfect female friend that Sophie needs. Love this series so far and can’t wait to read many many more!! I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation from the author.