One small town.One dead sheriff.A town with secrets.Probing the murder of his predecessor, newly appointed sheriff Trent Stone’s investigation leads him to Misty Grove. As a former Delta Force operator, sensing danger is second nature to him and it baffles him that this town of innocent diners and general stores seem to mimic a walk through hostile territory. It doesn’t help that his first … encounter with one of its citizens is at the wrong end of her shotgun.A beautiful hellion. Cassandra Reed is unlike any woman he has ever met. Exuding unparalleled toughness and sass, there is a vulnerability in her eyes that is screaming to be saved. Trent’s dedication to his job has always caused the demise of his previous relationships. So what is different about Cassie that makes him risk his duty as a sheriff for the need to be protect her, especially when she had made it clear she was not the one in need of protection?When Cassie brushes off injuries from a suspicious accident, Trent’s need to serve and protect deepens into an alarming obsession over a woman who challenges his every instinct of self-preservation. Yet Trent couldn’t stay away from her, and he would be damned if he’d let Cassie deny the attraction between them. But when the town’s secrets come to light, he discovers he is in over his head. As a mere sheriff, the menace that the looms over Misty Grove is way above his pay grade. But when it threatens to rip away the woman who has come to mean everything to him, he will need to make a tough decision. One that would give him and Cassie a fighting chance at a future together.
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Fantatic start to a new series by Victoria Paige. Loved Sheriff Trent Stone and all of his little quirks and traits. Cassandra Reed is the perfect match and foil for Trent.
4 stars for Fighting Chance by Victoria Page. This is book one in the Misty Grove Series. This is also the first book I have read by this author.
Trent is the new sheriff in town after the old one wand comes as murdered. He is investigating his death and comes face to face with the barrel of a shot gun. Cassie is on the other end of the gun. She does not trust outsiders and Trent is one. Cassie is unlike any women he knows. Soon mysterious things keep happening to Cassie. It seems someone wants to harm Cassie and Trent wants to keep her safe. Soon a deeper relationship is started between these two.
“The brilliance of your smile and twinkle in your eye are enough to nourish my jaded soul. Whenever you leap into my arms after a long day at work, you wash away the weariness of the day. And my heart, God, my heart, Cassie, it’s so full to bursting because it knows you’re my woman. You make me happy just being you.”
I am a huge fan of romantic suspense and this book hits all the right spots for that genre. I loved every second of it from the first to the last page. I am looking forward to reading more of this series.
So Misty Grove isn’t your normal town. It may appear to look like it but it holds many secrets. Sheriff Trent Stone has found this out and by the end of this book, he finds out what most of them are. This book is crazy and it’s almost 2 stories into one.
Cassie definitely keeps Trent on his toes in this one. She is one feisty woman and their first meet is proof of that. It’s just one thing after another in this town. Trouble seems to follow her and the family. She has secrets as well. While they aggravated each other, they really are sweet together. They know what they feel and will kill if they have to, to make it work.
I liked both characters and some of the other characters as well. I will admit I was a little unsure at first but this book drew me in. It was hard not to fall in love with Cassie and Trent. They make things interesting, that’s for sure.
Great start to this series, I really enjoyed the characters and the story line.
Trent and Cassie have chemistry, but they have secrets that they don’t want the other to know. Cassie pushes Trent away, but he won’t give up. Can they overcome their issues to make it work? A great first book in this series.
12 years ago Scout and her brother Bear were rescued by a SEAL, Colt, as they watched their sister Kate and the Colt’s brother, Eric die in an explosion.
Now they have quietly become new people in Misty Grove but trouble keeps on finding them when they begin to have issues with a developed, Arnold Bowman who appears to be after their land.
The new sheriff, Trent Stone, kows something is up and the moment he spots “Cassandra Reed” he knows that he wants to keep her safe but he needs to keep a line between professional and personal especially when he realizes there seems to be many hidden agendas in Misty Grove.
Can Trent keep Cassie safe when he has no idea what he is really even up against?
This was a good book and I enjoyed it from start to finish.
I liked how tough Cassie was but I was interested in what was going on with her as she seemed to be getting weaker. She was super tight with her brother “Lucas” and with Colt Montgomery. Her relationship with promoter Wyatt Stratford seemed very complex and he was a guy that I didn’t like very much.
I really liked Trent but he definitely had his hands full within his own department and everything that was going on in Misty Grove. I loved how protective he was of Cassie and how much he was willing to give up in order to protect her.
There was so much mystery going on that with certain people I was never entirely sure whose side they were on. I liked learning about the town and what it was based on and I am sure the author can get many stories from the characters in here!
There were some surprising moments that left me shocked and I am genuinely wanting to discover more about this town! The end was definitely a shock and I can’t wait for more!
Huge number of characters, some with 2 and 3 names. Ridiculous number of “alphabet letter” agencies with no clear reason for their involvement. The ex-assassin theme was made known early on, and then it just kept being beat into the ground at every conceivable moment. It wasn’t necessary. There was a lot of over explanation and not enough dialogue, especially among the main characters. I couldn’t really see how there was such a strong developing relationship between Scout/Cassie and Trent Stone. Supposedly Trent is all alpha dominant especially in the bedroom, but I didn’t find that in the sexual scenes. Maybe a little in the last one. She had to ask him/beg him to f*** her face. As a dominant I think he would have taken more control of that situation.
I usually enjoy sci-fi and paranormal, but in this case I had a hard time getting into the idea of a bunch of super soldier twins/ex-assassin/military/CIA people all living in a tiny town in Georgia. In the epilogue there was introduction of new information (dog training and terror attack in Atlanta) rather than just a wrap up of and solidification of the relationship. I guess the point is there is just way to much going on…
Fighting Chance from the Misty Grove Series is the first book I’ve read by this author. I’m generally not a big fan of books with a little Sci-Fi to them. This book topped the charts for me. I was very impressed. It was a page turner and sucked you in. You did need to pay closer attention to the story line to fully understand it. It was filled with action. I loved the story of how Trent and Cassie got together. I’m looking fwd to reading the rest of the books in the Misty Grove series. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did
Fighting Chance by Victoria Paige is book 1 in the Misty Grove series. This book has suspence and romance. 2 things i love. Trent is an alpha male. Right from the beginning he is trying to show Cassie whos boss but she doesn’t take it. Cassie definitely knows her strengths. The back and forth between Casie and Trent are hot. Great book
I absolutely adored this story. I loved the premise and where the story went. The characters were interesting and dynamic. I didn’t want to put this book down.
This was a good read, you could tell the story was finding its legs a bit at times but over all did a good job. Sheriff Trent Stone knows Misty Groves is hiding he just doesn’t know exactly what and if it’s related to the previous sheriffs death or is he just being suspicious for no reason. Cassie and her brother now call Misty Grove their home and most of the folks living there know who they are and about their past and a lot of the folks have pasts that a normal person would flinch at. I liked how Trent had to try and earn his time with Cassie as well as show her Brother and the others he can be trusted but communication really isn’t any of there forte which frustrates you at times. There are some good twists and a few surprises that keep you hooked I just wish Trent would have toned down the whole Alpha thing as it felt a bit too much, this hasn’t put me off the series as it is only a small irk and looked forward to seeing who is up next and learning more about the town folk!
I struggled in the beginning of this book to understand exactly what was going on. But as I read through the first couple of chapters I was engrossed in a murder mystery and love story that was beautifully combined. I quickly read through this book to find out what twist Ms. Page throws at you next. The way the author mesmerized you in detail will help you through out the book and make you feel as though you are really there.
Fighting Chance by Victoria Paige is book 1 in the Misty Grove series. This is a good romantic suspense that has lots of twist and turns that hold your attention. I really enjoyed this book and look forward to book 2.
The prologue will get you intrigued about this read. Just after that chapter I couldn’t wait to find out more. Cassie stays hidden on the ranch but the secrets she holds you can’t even image. On Trent’s first encounter with Cassie he is intrigued but she wants nothing to do with him. After secret after secret is exposed Trent still doesn’t give up but there is so much against the two of them. I will say there is just the right amount of steamy and sexy romance in this book but the action was nail biting. It seems like no matter what these characters didn’t get a break. Kidnapping, murder, lies, snitches, and more will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Wow you hear about some home town and mostly they are quite and nothing really goes on well that’s not what happens in this small town. Looking for a murder and trying to get answers and discovering that he might be over his head. Add a women in this and the author keeps you reading until the very end.
The one thing Cassie isn’t is a damsel in distress. She is fierce, strong and resilient. The men are all alpha, sexy ex military. There’s more to the story that makes it ever more interesting and all the fight/peak scenes more intense. Won’t spoil it though. You never know what’s coming next and it keeps you wanting more. Trent’s persuing Cassie makes me want him for myself! Awesome book.
I simply loved this story. Trent is alpha male who just loves to take charge and he definitely knows how to keep Cassie on her toes. Although she fights him at every turn you can see how hard she is going to fall for him. I really enjoyed every minute of this book. I didn’t think it was too long because I actually love reading in-depth stories. Definitely worth a read.
Wow so much craZyness! When a new sheriff trent pops into town did he know what he was getting into! So much chemistry & great entertainment loved reading this! Can he protect Cassie the little fire cracker haha!! This book has Romance mystery & suspense my 3 favorite things about a book! Can’t wait for Matt’s story!
Cassie and Trent steam up the pages…her as a govt experiment that escaped along with her family and Trent as the town Sherriff with a past in Delta Force. He is immediately drawn and wants to Protect Cassie…but does she need protecting? She is strong …very strong…literally! I feel like there is a lot going on in this book…there are many characters it is hard to follow the interactions. This is romantic suspense, and I did like the story. I don’t want to go so far as to say this is science fiction, but it isn’t realistic fiction per say.
It is a well written story, and complete with a alpha male and a strong female.
Yes yes yes!! Wow,,, talk about being on the edge of your seat! phew,,, heart palpitations, holding my breath, the whole time! This is such a great read, I don’t even want to say anything about what happens because you REALLY need to go in blind.. I will say that this has everything in it,,, Love, lust, HEAT, action, suspense, mystery,etc…. This is definitely a MUST READ!