It’s not how we make mistakes, but how we correct them that defines us… figure out.
My friends are the only thing holding me together. Work is the one thing keeping my mind busy. Until my life threatens to tear completely apart.
Tucker Williams
She drove away and my pride wouldn’t allow me to stop her. A year later, regret keeps me up at night, forcing me to replay the moment in my head.
Working with the K-9’s is the only thing keeping me going. Becoming close with the former MTF is a perk I hadn’t counted on.
When a child is kidnapped, all the hard feelings have to be put aside to save a life. Secrets are unearthed, and this time as Karsyn threatens to break, I know I’m the one to put her back together.
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The past was never forgotten…
For good or bad, Tucker and Karsyn’s lives were shaped by events of the past. Sometimes we’re able to have a second chance and redo the mistakes and these two made the most of their reunion.
This author is a great storyteller and I was glued to the pages from the get go. Tucker and Karsyn had history – both love-filled and heartbreaking. How it all came to be, and what they were going to do about it now, made for a read full of emotional minefields. I felt for both of them, as decisions made – good and bad – had affected them both so much. Facing each other, those decisions and everything else that brought them to this moment, meant the time of reckoning was at hand… It was easy to get lost in their story as it roller coaster rode through their reunion with all the obstacle stops along the way
An explosive ending was icing on this cake (and cover) as I now must wait for more…
*Reviewed for 1-Click Addict Support Group
This is book 3 in the LSERT series and it absolutely did not disappoint! The main characters in this one are Karsyn and Tucker. They have been mentioned in the previous two books, but this one is where all their action takes place. Their relationship starts off with a speeding ticket and ends when feelings get involved. However, once they both pull their heads out of their butts, they help each other overcome their demons. There’s steam, as always, a few tears and a sweet but fierce K-9 that will melt your heart. I voluntarily received an ARC copy of this book and my review is completely honest. I loved it!!
This was well written, has action, secrets, twists and turns. Tucker and Karsyn dated but he broke her heart when he broke up with her. A year went by with him sending her flowers which she saved. These two have sizzling hot chemistry and their storyline was wonderful to read. Their back story and the way they met was hilarious. I really enjoyed how Major was crazy about Karsyn and wouldn’t leave her when Tucker called him. This was a fantastic addition to the LSERT series that you definitely must read. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Book Three of the Laurel Springs Emergency Response Team series…a much anticipated addition to Ms. Briscoe’s collection! I count myself blessed to have read everything by this author has written, and could not have been more excited to read this book and see how the story unfolded!
Tucker and Karsyn needed a second chance at love. Their journey was one of many choices and twists and turns. I loved reading about another K9 handler and his love story.
I admit I was a bit nervous about another K9 officer after the grand story of Ransom and Rambo. But Karysn was a perfect match for Tucker and Major. I wasn’t sure how Karsyn would fit in their life, and I was intrigued how their backstories would play out. But the new characters were given a story worthy of their actions.
Ms. Briscoe wrote a tale that was a fast paced read that left us wanting more. I was thrilled to reconnect with old book friends in the LSERT team and the Moonshine Task Force. This was my first read of the new year, and I was glad to have it be such an amazing book.
Favorite Quotes:
“I know that in the future, I’ll look back on this day as a turning point. I just didn’t realize how close that future was to us.”
“What I didn’t know, is this night is what will keep me going when I’m not sure what the future holds.”
“I’ve let fear rule my life too long. Happiness needs to be at the forefront now, and I know there’s one person who makes me happy above the rest of them.”
Star Ratings:
Plot = 5/5 Characters = 5/5 Heat = 5/5 Writing Style = 5/5 Overall Rating = 5/5
This is the first I’ve read from this author, I didn’t realize this was book 3 in the series when I started reading it. It didn’t matter to me, I never felt like I was missing anything and the story itself was a good read. The two main characters, Tucker (and Major) and Karsyn’s story has a lot of different aspects, second chance, suspense, action, not to mention the camaraderie between their group of friends/coworkers. The emotions are many as well, laugh out loud, roll your eyes, hope against hope, cringe in anticipation all moments that make this a great read. I’m glad I finally got a chance to read this author.
This addition to the LSERT series was a good addition. Tucker and Karsyn were a well written pair for their second chance story. Tucker admits early on in their story that he made a mistake breaking up with Karsyn and that he had a bad upbringing as part of his issues with relationships. Karsyn who was willing to give Tucker another try and goes on to tell him about her past as a victim of childhood abduction as well as the issues that she had experienced as a result of that abduction. Where the pair admit that they have issues with their past, I just wished that there was more from Tucker’s story since Karsyn’s past was the main focus. I am glad that the pair found their HEA and I also enjoyed the return of the characters from previous books. Their story was a sweet story with a little side of suspense and I enjoyed the book from the start. I would recommend this book to others.
Loved this addition to the series. The storyline is well thought out, flows nicely and boy did it keep me on my toes. The plot is emotional, exciting, romantic and suspenseful all rolled up into one amazing read. If you have kept up with the Laurel Springs books, you know that Tucker and Karsyn are a couple. Yet when Karsyn wanted more, Tucker couldn’t do it and he let her drive away and out of his life, feeling his childhood made him unworthy of giving and receiving love. But now it’s a year later. Tucker knows what he’s lost and wants her back. Karsyn hasn’t moved on but she just can’t let him break her heart a second time. But Tucker is determined to take his time and prove he’s what she needs and can give all of himself to her this go round.
Karsyn’s story isn’t an easy one. She’s kept her childhood horrors a secret from her friends and Tucker. She knows if she is going to let Tucker in she is going to have to come clean with him about everything. This is such an amazing story. I picked it up and didn’t set it down until the very end. It held me captive and my emotions on high alert. I don’t have enough words to explain how emotional and yet thrilling Enigma is. I can only recommend you grab this one up ASAP and enjoy, you won’t regret it.
2 Thumbs Up and 5 Stars.
Enigma was so worth the wait! Karsyn and Tucker’s story far exceeded my expectations. They always had chemistry together, now they have the chance for more if they can only overcome their fears. It was great to see Tucker take a chance, open up and put himself out there. And, it turns out there is so much more to Karsyn than anyone knows. I also loved that we got to catch up with the other couples and K-9 from LSERT. Highly recommend!
Tucker and Karsyn’s relationship has definitely had its highs and lows. When they work together on fundraising efforts for additional K-9 dogs, will they be able to put their past behind them?
Tucker is the K-9 Trainer and is also a K-9 cop. He let Karsyn walk away from him before because he was scared of his feelings. Karsyn has grown in the time that she and Tucker have been apart. She feels it’s time to come clean with the secrets of her past and is willing to give him another chance.
As with all of the LSERT books, Enigma is full of the drama and romance that I’ve come to enjoy with each of Laramie Briscoe’s books. This series is amazing and I can’t wait to read more about the members of LSERT.
When I first saw the blurb for Enigma I was super excited and couldn’t wait to get my hands on a copy! I’m happy to report that it totally lived up to every expectation I had… and then some!
Syn and Tuck’s story is one of second chances, growth and acceptance. Their story was so beautiful and heart-breaking that you couldn’t help but cheer them on to be together.
Syn was everything I love about a leading lady: a little unsure, a lot strong and stubborn. She didn’t see the world through rose colored glasses on account of her past and a few times it actually tainted how she dealt with things. In the end, Syn was able to prove to herself that she was more than her experience and that was a truly beautiful thing.
LB always gives great alpha, and Tucker was definitely an alpha. He started off refusing to feel and was in no way in a place to accept love so he pushed Syn away. What I truly appreciated about Tuck was that he learned from his mistakes, he admitted his faults and he was willing to do what needed to be done to correct the wrongs. It’s hard to NOT swoon over a man like that – if I do say so myself :).
I love the LSERT series almost as much as I loved the MTF (Moonshine Task Force) series (MTF came first that’s the only reason why my heart lies with my MTF men lol) because it’s a lot of bada$$ ladies and gentleman that overcome obstacles and get their HEA’s! (LSERT is a spin-off of the MTF series FYI).
LB does a really great job of writing characters that you can connect with. Personally, I’ve never gone through anything like what Tuck or Syn experienced but LB’s writing makes it feel like I have.
Absolutely worth reading and if you haven’t read the other books in this series I recommend them as well.
This sweet second chance is part of one of my favorite big worlds full of fantastic characters. Nobody in Laurel Springs is less than hot and nobody escapes finding their soul mate – even if it takes a couple of chances!
Karsyn and Tucker are lovely together. Hot when their clothes are off and sweet when they’re having playful banter or propping one another up. He messed up big letting her go once, and getting her back for keeps becomes his mission. Her past (and his) make things complicated (like always) but with their community of friends there’s no way they’ll be left to deal on their own.
Always a recommend!
This is just the book I needed to read today. Beautiful second chance romance, with small town and very strong familial and friendship ties. Karsyn and Tucker are perfect for each other. Both have past pain that initially causes their breakup, but ultimately will help them grow and accept their love and move forward to their HEA.
“I Voluntarily Received and Reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book”.
Tucker… what to say about Tucker… I absolutely love him! He makes an awesome book boyfriend.
And he’s mine!
I’ve claimed him! Called dibs! AND licked him!
So like I said, he’s mine!!!
About the story –
Tucker and Karsyn make a great couple. Neither are perfect, but they are perfect for each other. At the beginning of this story they are broken up. Or whatever you want to call it when you just have sexy times, then catch feelings, tell the man you love him, and then he ends things with you.
Stupid men!
A week later he realizes his mistake and starts sending her flowers weekly.
Can these two find there way back to each other???
On a side note, I loved seeing Menace and Caleb. (Especially Caleb – he is my favorite!)
This one can be read on its own on you can read them in the order they were written for maximum effect.
I highly recommend this story and this series!
Awwww Karsyn and Tucker, I don’t even know what to say Besides I LOVED this story. These two, were absolutely perfect for eachother. Both have to overcome some huge obstacles in their past keeping them from the future, but when they do it’s absolutely the perfect love we all want in life. With an added bonus of Major, he adds his own special parts to this read.