He was my brother’s best friend. He was seven years older than me. He was a pig when it came to casual sex; indulging in one night stands like they were going out of style.So why did I want to tear his clothes off every time we got within five feet of each other? She was only eighteen years old when we met for the first time. She was a good girl who avoided bad boys like me, but that didn’t stop … like me, but that didn’t stop me from picturing all the things I wanted to do to her–to do with her. She was too young though and my best friend’s baby sister. I couldn’t let things go where I wanted. I couldn’t corrupt her–taint her with my darkness. I knew it could never happen. It would never happen…
But it did.
This book is a standalone with crossover characters from QUAKE and QUIVER (QUAKE Book 2)
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Please see my review of Delude.
Loved Derek and Kenna‘s story. There is a lot of tension and heat going on between those two. Kenna being feisty and Derek being cocky a great combination. And those Zack throw-ins. Ready for the next one.
Derek, Kyle’s best friend, has always been attracted to Kyle’s younger sister Kenna. For years he ignores her or is mean or rude towards her to hide his feelings. When they have an unplanned hot night in bed together, can they finally force themselves to face the truth about their feelings for one another?
I love this series. Being a juvenile delinquent, Derek didn’t think he was good enough for Kenna. He managed to turn his life around but kept pushing her away because he didn’t feel worthy to be with her. I love when he finally shows his true sweet self to Kenna. The suspense continues in this book with a stalker intent on getting revenge. Looking forward to reading the next one!
Reviewed by Donna on behalf of KFF
Delve is the forbidden romance about Kenna McKenzie and Derek Santiago. We got a glimpse of these two characters in Quake and Quiver and now we are treated to more of them. He’s seven years older and has been sworn off by her brother Kyle, who would literally bends over backwards for his little sister. It just happens that Kyle and Derek are best friends and partners in a private investigation company which doesn’t help matters, either. She was only an innocent eighteen-year-old girl when she met Derek; however, there’s a darkness about him that concerned me in the respect that this trait of his could be exposed to her. Although it’s clear they had to stay away from each other, there’s no doubt the magnetism they have palpitates.
“Is it a one night stand if he’s your brother’s best friend and he’s starred in every sexual fantasy you’ve ever had?”
Kenna’s now a career girl who has a very strong-willed personality but at the same time, there’s vulnerability about her. Regardless of her loving relationship with her brother who would protect her no matter what, she’s still wary of her feelings for Derek and for a very good reason. Why, you may ask? Ah, all is to be revealed in the story!
Derek is a tattooed alpha male and although his feeling for Kenna run deep, I truly understood his doubts. Not being able to envisage one’s worthiness must be horrendous and as I read on, I discovered parts of him that he wasn’t proud of. His persona touched me; drew me in and for the life of me, I couldn’t shake him off.
To say I was frustrated at times would be putting it lightly. All I asked for was for them to just stop playing cat and mouse with their feelings. Then in one scenario my opinion changed one-hundred and eighty degrees! Of course, taking into regard this comment adds up to a whole lot of steaminess. My word, in this offering the dirty devil, Derek, almost made me blush, flush and get my knickers in a twist! Suspense abounds and without giving anything away, I was waiting for the moment to happen only to be given another twist in the tale. Cleverly written, I thought I’d sussed out the route the story was taking me. SHOCKER, it wasn’t!
Mr Chance doesn’t disappoint. If you are into reading suspenseful sexy reads with a twist and a half, this book’s for you. It is a standalone but there might be parts of it a tinsy-winsy unclear unless you’ve read the previous books. Saying that, I’d most definitely recommend future readers taking the CHANCE because I truly think it won’t hinder the flow. When a story involves side characters so well-developed, sucks you in and you easily connect to the protagonists at the drop of hat, in my book, it’s totally one-clickable. I thoroughly enjoyed Delve. It had me anticipating the outcome in a storyline that had me invested from the beginning to the end. This author tells his stories from a dual point of view and that’s always a firm favourite of mine. Why? Simply because it gives an indication to what each and every one is thinking during situations they encounter.
“She’s my best friend’s little sister. Her p***y’s got forbidden stamped all over it.”
He’s a sexy alpha, who also happens to be her brother’s best friend. Anything between them is off limits…too bad that no longer matters!
Derek admired Kenna from afar for years. They both had a mutual attraction but knew her brother would never approve. Getting close at times but keeping boundaries, but when the sexual tension can no longer be contained, they are explosive!!!
It’s only meant to be a one time thing. A night neither will forget but won’t be repeating. Simple right? It’s only supposed to be physical.
Derek was super hot, commanding, protective and just waiting for the right girl to steal his heart. Kenna may just be the girl that changes everything.
I love a forbidden romance and this was perfect! It was a re-read from a couple years ago and I think I enjoyed it even more the second time around. There’s a little bit of drama, some suspense and a whole lot of HEAT!!!
I thought this book was awesome. Just when I thought I liked the previous book by Jacob Chance, his books keep getting better and better. This was steamy, suspenseful. I actually yelled at the book! Please read for yourself and enjoy!
Delve is another outstanding book by Jacob Chance.
This was a quick read but great nonetheless. It has a bit of everything; surprising plot twists, suspense, intrigue and red hot steamy scenes. And that OMG, WTF ending was totally unexpected!
Once again, Jacob Chance displays a true gift of superb writing that blends together perfectly; romance, suspense and erotica (bordering on the dark side) with an ease that is admirable. His natural talent for engaging readers and creating characters that we can relate to and really care about is incredible.
I cannot wait for Jacob’s next book! I am just loving his characters and his amazing stories. I look forward to his future releases.
Forbidden…check, hot alpha hero…..check, suspenseful….check, explosive chemistry between the H & h…..check.
If these tick your boxes you will love this read by Jacob Chance. Hot, sexy read with a side of suspense!
Just when I thought that Jacob couldn’t create a hotter character than Kyle, he brings us Derek. And holy smokes, is he scorching!!
We first meet Derek in Quake (which is an awesome book, in case you haven’t read it!) He’s Kyles business partner and best friend. He’s sexy, street smart and tough as nails. Growing up in the neighborhood he did, he had no choice.
Kenna is Kyle’s little sister, which automatically makes her off-limits. She’s sweet and spunky, and always wants to take care of people. And that suits her nurse persona just fine. She was eighteen when she first met Derek, and the chemistry was instantaneous.
I LOVE the taboo love stories. It’s the whole we-want-each-other-but-can-never-go-there push and pull. The want and need starts out cool, warming every time they are around each other, simmering for years until it starts to boil and you lose all self control, finally giving into temptation. The sexual tension between Kenna and Derek is palpable. Then you throw in the suspense elements and you have an overall fantastic read.
Jacob has definitely ingrained himself as one of my favorite writers, which is amazing considering he’s only on his third book. This book can be read as a standalone, but to fully appreciate the characters, you should read Quake and Quiver first.
I’m very excited to see where he takes us next, and look forward to reading him for a very long time.
Love this book the whole series together was amazing!
Ok, yesterday I read Quake & Quiver and I think I freaked out a bit at how Quiver ended. Now that I’ve had enough time to process and finished Delve I am more composed.
I enjoyed this read. Derek & Kenna’s story was romantic. I’m a sucker for a love story that was years in the making. Their chemistry & heat was off the charts. Had me fanning myself on multiple occasions. Now that I can see where the carryover antagonist story is/has gone I’m no longer on the ledge.
Next up Tied then Delude. Highly recommend.
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Delve by Jacob Chance contains two characters from Quake and Quiver. Kenna is Kyle’s litter sister and Derek is Kyle’s business partner and best friend.
From the moment that Derek and Kenna meet they are attracted to one another. Only problem, their relationship would be forbidden! For years they lust after one another, both dreaming of what it would be like to be with one another.
Until one night they decide to give in to their desire and things heat up! And boy do they heat up! I needed a cool shower after reading the sparks between these two characters!
But I wont give you more details, you need to read it to find out what happens!
Loved reading the story of Derek and Kenna and the flashbacks to when they first met to when things started to develop to the present day. Gah Derek is just so damn naughty and hot, who wouldn’t love him and I love the whole personality of Kenna and what a string woman she is. These two together are just WOW! The story had that twist that I always love finding cause you’re not expecting it and keeps you on your toes. Loved loved loved. This is my voluntary review and unbiased opinion.