He wants it back… irreparable ruins. Only one person will hire me now, and it’s the last person I want to work for—Democratic Senator ShaeLynn Samuels, who’s determined to be the next president of the United States.
My reluctance isn’t because of her, but because of who’s working for her: Christopher Bruunt, the head of her Secret Service detail.
A college spring break trip I thought was safely hidden forever in my past, even if it never strayed far from my thoughts, now comes back to haunt me. But if I take this job and succeed, it could resurrect my career and put me at the right hand of the most powerful person in the United States.
But how much am I personally willing to sacrifice to claw my way back to the top? Because Christopher never forgot that spring break, either.
And he has a few agendas of his own.
This MMF contemporary political romance features older main characters, second-chance love, an Alpha Secret Service agent, power exchange, pining, frenemies to lovers, a secret workplace romance at the highest levels of our nation’s government, political intrigue, and a satisfying HEA. Book 1 of the Determination Trilogy, a standalone spin-off trilogy set in the world of the Governor Trilogy, the Devastation Trilogy, and others.
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4.6 stars
Politics make strange bedfellows. Kevin only wanted one thing but for a week long ago, his world was upended and he made the decision to just walk away but he never forgot that one person and how he made him feel. Fast forward twenty years and his career is on high until he torpedoes it in response to an incident which leaves him unemployable, or is he? Returning to Florida to lick his wounds and regroup, he is visited by the last people he ever expected and thus begins the possibility for a new life with some challenges to overcome. Is Kevin up to the task or will he walk away again? This is one book that really brings out a range of mixed emotions. It deals with adult themes and should be consumed with the understanding of encountering explicit language, BDSM and steamy ménage scenes. Ms. Richardson is one author who delves deep and stays true to the landscape when crafting her storylines. Whether you are a fan of politics or not, this is one book that will suck you in and leave you craving for more.
Wow! I wasn’t sure what to expect out of this book but I definitely got more. I was completely engrossed and had a hard time putting the book down. I’m definitely going to have to read the other books in the series.
This is the first book in a new trilogy from this author, and this story is told in Kevin’s POV, which starts off at the lowest point in his life, and tells about his dreams and aspirations. When he receives an offer he cannot refuse, he is brought back into contact with Chris who is a special agent. This is a well written story which had me intrigued and hooked from the very beginning, and I look forward to reading more in this trilogy.
Determination Trilogy, Book 1. Blazing hot, politically savvy, and brilliant!
For exactly one week, he knew exactly who he was, what he wanted. Then…poof! It was gone. It was his fault! And he never forgot. Twenty years later, his career on the fast track, now was NOT the time for Kevin Markos to go full-on Peter Finch on live TV. His career lies in smoking ruins around him, and for what? Hiding is the only thing that makes sense. Then, dumbfounded, his past comes roaring back with a vengeance. But with that past comes a future he never saw coming. Is this his punishment? So much is at stake. Can he really do this? The better question is, does he have a choice?
WOW! At first, I despised Kevin. He burned his world to the ground, not once but twice! Along the way, he tore more than one person’s life to shreds. Selfish, liar, smarmy, there seemed nothing redeemable about him. But when his past came calling twenty years later, I never expected what happened. Neither will you! Lesli Richardson takes you on a thrill ride that’s sultry, sexy, and scorching hot. This may be Kevin’s story, but all the people in this book are magnetic. The politics will pull you into the story regardless of where you are on the political spectrum. You HAVE to read this book. While this is set in the same world as the Governor Trilogy, don’t expect this to be a duplicate. I’ve never read anything like this. I absolutely adored it! My expectations for this book were sky high, and Lesli Richardson blew every expectation I had out of the water! You couldn’t ask for anything better! This was the best post-holiday gift that I could have wanted!
A final note. This is an ADULT book. It contains explicit language and BDSM/ ménage sexual scenes. If you don’t enjoy this genre, this may not be the book for you. Check the book blurbs and reviews available on Goodreads and all the booksellers where the book’s sold. Please use them before buying this book. I loved this book so much! I think you will too!
Thanks for reading my review and happy reading!