New York Times bestselling author Elle James delivers another action-packed thriller in her Declan’s Defenders series. They’ll have to trust each other in order to survive this mission. After escaping Trinity, a terrorist organization, trained assassin CJ Grainger has insider knowledge about the group’s plans, but she needs resources that Cole McCastlain, a member of Declan’s Defenders, can … Defenders, can provide. Yet they face a dilemma: they must either facilitate the deaths of government officials or become Trinity’s next targets. CJ and Cole will make it out alive only if they can place their lives in each other’s hands.
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This is Cole and C.J.’s story. They are very strong, capable individuals, but even better together. They’re both very likeable. The action grabs you on the first page and continues throughout. It kept my attention and I didn’t want to put it down for anything. I recommend it to everyone that likes a good mystery, romance and action. The whole series is great!
This was a fantastic conclusion to the series. While each book can be read as a stand-alone, I recommend reading them all, in order, to get the full effect of the overarching storyline. Each book is a complete story involving one couple and solves their immediate problem, but there is also the continuing story of bringing down a domestic terror group. I was fully invested in the whole thing from the very beginning, as Elle James writes truly gripping tales.
CJ Grainger played a large part in the previous book, Tactical Force, as the unknown informant who warned the Defenders about sleeper agents in the White House and an impending attack. In this book, we learn more about her as she joins forces with the group to bring down Trinity. CJ was kidnapped as a child and trained as an assassin by Trinity. When she refused to carry out her last mission, she became the target. CJ has been on the run for a year, trying to stay alive while looking for Trinity’s leader. Having concluded that she can’t do it alone, she has joined forces with Declan’s Defenders.
Cole is the team’s computer guy. Charlie tasks him with protecting CJ after she revealed herself in the previous book. Cole is a bit frustrated because CJ resists his help, believing that she is better off on her own. I liked his patience, as he understood that CJ had to think he could be trusted before she would accept his help.
It didn’t take too long for Trinity’s hunters to close in on CJ, forcing her to accept Cole’s help. Now that they are constantly in each other’s company, the attraction that flared between them from the moment they met grows stronger. I loved the interactions between them, as Cole’s protectiveness grows, and CJ hangs on to her independence. I enjoyed seeing that, though Cole is protective, he also respects CJ’s capabilities and doesn’t try to hold her back. CJ is just as protective of Cole, especially knowing what Trinity is capable of. When everything was all over, I loved Cole’s support of CJ and what she wanted for her future. I ached for her as she had trouble believing that he could love someone who was a trained assassin. I loved it when he told her, “Your past doesn’t dictate your future. But it helps to shape you into the woman you want to become.”
The suspense of the story was fantastic as the team continued its quest to stop Trinity. The intensity increased as the team uncovered pieces of the puzzle and raced to put them together before Trinity could strike again. The scene in the woods was heart-wrenching and showed the depth of CJ’s caring, to the point of risking her life. I was glued to the pages as the extent of Trinity’s plan was revealed. The final confrontation was a nail-biter, and I was on the edge of my seat until it was over. There was an exciting twist to the conclusion that I didn’t see coming but made perfect sense once it was revealed.
Though there was no epilogue, the final chapter provided the perfect wrap-up for both book and series. I loved seeing how CJ’s life changed and how she put her past to work for her. There were a couple of surprise announcements from members of Declan’s Defenders. There was also a letter from the president with an unexpected result of their efforts stopping Trinity. As much as I liked that surprise, and the men’s reaction to it, my favorite was the one about Charlie herself.
CJ was used to working by herself. That’s what kept her alive. Cole needed to be able to protect her. Could they come to an agreement before Trinity found her?
Strong loyal characters who complimented each other as they faced the many trials and tribulations. Fast paced suspense with romance intertwined to keep you reading late into the night. Another great Declan’s Defenders series book.
Fast paced and action packed. I’m sorry I started this series with the last book, but now I have to go back and read the others. This kept me glued to the pages until the end. CJ’s life is on the line unless she learns to trust and accept help from Cole and Declan’s Defenders to try and bring down Trinity once and for all. The attraction between them is an added bonus
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I highly enjoyed this book and had trouble putting it down once I began reading it. I haven’t read any of the other books in this series but now I need to go back to read their stories. This was an exciting conclusion to the series which lured you in from the opening paragraph and didn’t release you until the last paragraph. I loved all of the characters and felt like I did get to know them even if this was my first book that I read in the series. Cole and CJ seemed great together. The only part for me that I felt was missing was their connection. From reading, CJ appears in the previous book. I don’t know if Cole and she made a connection in that book or not, but it seems like Cole meets her and the next thing you know they are in bed and have deep feelings for each other. I just felt as though their relationship could have been developed a bit more before making that jump. Other than that, I really enjoyed the book, the action, the suspense, and the secondary characters as well.
I voluntarily read and reviewed the Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
This is the 6th book in the Declan’s Defenders series. Cole is sent to protect CJ but she is so used to being on her own and not trusting anyone. She was raised by Trinity [terrorist organization] to kill as a child. She has left so they are trying to kill her now. This book has it all suspense, action, and it’s fast paced it will keep you reading! I’ve enjoyed this series watching the guys fall in love and solve the case.
Disruptive Force is another exciting romantic suspense by Elle James. Ms. James has once again delivered a well-written book populated with a stellar cast of characters. CJ escaped the Trinity organization when she drew a bullseye on her back by not killing a target. Cole is a member of Declan’s Defenders and his mission is to protect CJ until Trinity is brought down. Cole and CJ’s story is packed with drama, humor, sexy bits, action and suspense. I loved this story and look forward to my next book by Elle James. Disruptive Force is book 6 in the Declan’s Defenders Series but can be read as a standalone. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.
I read a print copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
We finally get to the last book of the Declan’s Defenders series and what an end it is. CJ Grainger is a former Trinity assassin who quits and then has to run to stay alive. Cole McCastlain is one of the Defenders and he is tasked with guarding CJ as well as helping her to bring down Trinity.
This book is full of action, romance and great storytelling. The entire series is definitely worth reading and may be my favorite series thus far. I do love Ms. James writing.
I was given an Advanced Reader Copy of the book for my honest review. I really loved this book and this series.
Amazing conclusion to Declan’s Defenders. CJ was trained as a child to be an assassin by the mysterious Trinity group. After refusing to finish an assignment, CJ is on the run. Calling Declan’s Defender member Cole for help to stop the killing of government officials by Trinity assassins. CJ has to trust Cole. Murder, mystery, secrets and falling in love.
No cliffhanger, standalone but great series.
I voluntarily received this ARC in exchange for an honest opinion.
This is a fast romantic suspenseful book. There is romance, suspence, family of friends and teamwork to eliminate the bad guys. This is a book you can sit down to read in an evening and enjoy.
I received an ARC for an honest review. I have read all of Elle James’ Declan’s Defenders. I love this series! There is plenty of action, intrigue and romance. This book centers around CJ and Cole. CJ is a former Trinity operative who is working to bring down this terrorist group. There is plenty of action and romance. I recommend this book. It can be read alone but you would be able to understand more if you read the previous books. If you like adventure, intrigue and romance you will like this series!
I hope this isn’t the end to this series. Cole and CJ are great together, but CJ is afraid to get close to anyone because Trinity may come after them. She has been running from Trinity for a year and is very tired of running. Cole just wants to help her and love her. If she will let him. She is used to be independent and isn’t sure she can accept help. Trinity trained her as a child, it is hard to let go of that training and let anyone help her. As they hunt down the leader of Trinity, Cole is sure that he wants a life with CJ. Will they be able to have that?
I am glad this was such a fast paced book. I spent the majority of it in suspense, holding my breath, and periodically reminding myself to breathe.
From the very beginning when CJ was alone and trying to evade Trinity to almost the very end, there was non – stop action and suspense. The mystery was finding out who exactly was in charge of Trinity.
After CJ hooked up with Cole and Declan’s Defenders, the twists, turns, action and surprises were almost non stop. I didn’t expect so much to be crammed into this one book. There were also a couple of steamy scenes between Cole and CJ.
The only thing that bothered me a little was how fast Cole and CJ came together. This is the first book I have read in this series, so there may be some backstory that I missed. I know they had met previously, but I wasn’t clear on how much they were involved.
I enjoyed this book and will have to backtrack to see if the previous books are as good. I voluntarily read and reviewed the Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
This, the story of CJ and Cole, is the final book in the Declan’s Defenders series. It ties together all loose ends from the previous books. In this book, justice is served, evil is thwarted, and there is a HEA ending. It is a page turner, a thriller, and a romance all in one with a surprise ending. Thoroughly enjoyed.
5 stars
I have received a free copy of the romantic suspense novel Disruptive Force:Declan’s Defenders Book #6: Cole and CJ by Elle James and this review was given freely.
Suspenseful and action packed with a touch of violence, a hint of steamy romance and heartwarming ending. Trained assassin CJ Grainger’s cover is blown forcing her to run with the man who was sworn to protect her, Cole McCastlain, and to team up with the rest of the Declan’s Defender operatives to stop terrorist group Trinity’s newest plot against the White House.
Secrets and lies are finally exposed! With the sixth book in her action packed Declan’s Defenders series, Elle James brings us the conclusion of the series with DISRUPTIVE FORCE, and it does not disappoint!
C.J. Grainger brings a lot to this story line. She’s a former trained assassin with the organization DeClan and his band of former Marines have vowed to take down for the part it played in John Halverson’s death and the continued terror threat on US soil. She was kidnapped and trained to be a killer, but she has so much good in her heart. She’s afraid of her own shadow right now, but something makes her know that Cole is the man to help when she needs it.
Cole McCastlain is familiar to anyone who has been reading along with this series and is a solid guy. It’s clear to see from the beginning that he’s drawn to C.J. and wants to help her stay hidden even when they need her to help them bring down the organization.
I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys a fast paced thrill of a read with lots of action, lots of turmoil and a whole lot of heart. I have really enjoyed watching the guys fall in love and solve their mystery!
Cole McCastlain a Delcan Defenders has been put out to protect someone that was on Trinty a terrorist organization, a trained assassin her name is CJ Grainger. She thinks that is can protect herself and doesn’t need Cole’s protections. She lives close to Cole and walks by his home everyday and figures out how to get to his house if needs be. She is so careful that she on day needs that protection that she is found and she has to run to Cole to protector. They have to get from his house to the estate without getting hurt. They almost make it there when the vechicle Cole has is shot down and they have to run to save there lives. The jeep blows up and they are in the woods running for there lives. Finally they have been able to slow down and figure out to do next. They have a plan and Cole sends her away so she doesn’t have to face the police and fire department. When he was clear with them he would come and find her and then Delcan came out to pick them up they thought it was safe but she knew it wasn’t but listen to Cole and went anyways. On the way to the estate some called to tell them to have the gates open. CJ noticed Declan was bleeding and wrapped something around it to stop the bleed and told them to have the ambulance on the way that he had been hit. They took Declan to the hospital for the gun shot wound. When everything was calm down Cj and Cole took a minute to get something to eat and take a shower and change. Things changed quickly between these two and couldnt be separted. There mission was to stop Trinity once and for all with the help of Delcan and the Defenders. The Defenders had a plan and they were going to do this with CJ and Cole going to get the information they needed everything would be put into place and they would save the kids that would be in danger. The Defenders put a stop to all the men that got in the way. CJ and Cole stop the rest. This Disruptive Force is a book I recommed you read because it is that powerful in many ways. I can’t give you anymore of Elle James book in this review because then it would spoil you from enjoying the book yourself as much as I did
I loved the story of Cole and CJ. I really enjoyed the story line and how Cole always seemed to know when it was CJ. I started reading this and could not put it down wanting to see who the director was, it’s not who I thought it would be. I don’t want to give to much of the story line away, but let me say CJ is awsome in heart and soul and Cole couldn’t have been a better partner for her. I loved how the story ended. Defenders series keeps you wanting more. Thank you for the opportunity to read this story
As President Trump has told us, Washington DC is a swamp, and as we have learned over the last few years the Deep State has conspired against the American people to overturn the last election. The leadership of the FBI, CIA, politicians and unelected bureaucrats want to run the government not for what is best for the country but to amass power and wealth for themselves, eliminating everyone who gets in their way. In this series the Deep State is Trinity, behind the murder of John Halverson, the attempted abduction of his widow Charlie and most likely behind the dishonorable discharge of Declan O’Neill and is men and the attempts on the woman, who have since become attached to those men. This book starts immediately following Tactical Force, in which CJ Grainger was introduced and Cole McCastlain was tasked with watching her back. A task made harder, when she is a virtual ghost. She had been kidnapped from foster care as a child and had been trained as an assassin, but had balked at shooting a pregnant woman, making her now a target for other Trinity assassins. She had survived with her wits and her Go bag, but when she warned Anne Bellamy about an attacked planned for the NSC, she got on the radar of Declan’s Defenders and now they need each other, to find the Director of Trinity and eliminate him.
Action packed from the beginning to the end, this book is hard to put down. Yet there is time for romance and easy banter as all the previous characters work to take down Trinity. Unfortunately, what we have learn what the swamp dwellers have been doing, it is all too real. The only problem is the cover. One of the rules of gun safety is “Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on target and you have made the decision to shoot”. The cover models both have their fingers on their triggers and they they do not even have a target.
I read an ARC as part of the author’s review crew. This is my unbiased and voluntary review.