Faye Cooper has been in hiding for years. Hiding from a threat she isn’t even sure is real. Struggling to survive she has one hope. The boy who grew up and left her behind.Travis Keller. Never able to forget the little girl he left behind he’s made his search for Faye his life’s work. In spite of a successful business, and what should be a happy life, finding her is the only thing he wants. When … wants.
When their worlds collide the last thing they expect is the mob to get involved.
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Finding Faye is my first book by AJ Andersen but won’t be my last. Romantic suspense is one of my top favorite tropes and when you add in the alpha/military/security aspect? Perfection! This book will trounce on your emotions right from the start. It is sweet, hot, suspenseful and has all of the feels. I loved Travis and can’t wait to read more in this series.
Seldom are the books that catch you from page one and give you all the feels throughout all the reads.
I cried, I laughed, I yelled at the book, I was gripping the edge of my seat… You name it, A.J. Andersen made me feel it.
Faye and Travis have 8 years between them, when he leaves their broken and violent home to enlist (his guardian married Faye’s mom) Faye is only 10.
When she witnesses the murder of her mother and step-dad at 16, she runs and disappears, and Travis comes back as soon as he can to find her, opening an security company pretty much for that purpose.
Some would say this is an age gap romance, I say this is of those rare occasions where a writer so skillfully weaves us characters that have a true, deep connection, a young woman who is anything but young, and yet still so full of spunk, and a man who is dedicated to loving and protecting her so completely your heart melts every time.
Put this on your TBR and countdown to book 2!
This book grabbed me from the beginning. I felt the connection from Travis to Faye and vice versa right away. I loved reading back and forth from both of their POVs. I was anticipating their reunion and was soo glad when it happened, but my gut knew something would happen to tear them apart again. Over the years both of their love for each other held and grew from a brotherly/sisterly love to one of heart felt love and adult attraction, though neither of them knew. My heart felt for both of them, going through their on hells as their lives dragged on, never connecting, always just missing each other…. I only wish they had left clues for the other at the cabin… but then we wouldn’t have had the intensity at times.
I’ve got this book as an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
So when I read the blurb of the book that was when I decided: I’M ALL IN!
I’ve read this book in what 6-7 hours? I couldn’t get away. After a long time of waiting for the right book to come my way, I can say I finally found one! This book really had everything I’m searching for: danger, love, lust, dark, steamy scenes…I mean I know I’m weird or something but maybe you get my point now, haha.
The first few pages got me a tiny bit confused. I’ve got a glance back how their life started, and then again and since it was in two POVs I got lost. But after being in present it was a ride I enjoyed so much.
At first I thought this book was solemnly about mafia and something crazy going down, but after a while I realised, that yes it might have something doing with it but at the same time it doesn’t.
The characters were amazing to the max! I loved Faye and I definitely loved Travis! They both were amazing. I loved how caring and protective he was of Faye. How no matter what, he always put her needs first. Even though sometimes it frustrated me, haha. Faye? Oh gosh, she was strong and resilient even if she doesn’t think so. She was able to hide for 4 years from someone who was after her and that takes a lot of courage to do.
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Somewhere near the middle of the book where our characters almost met, I thought I would die. The anticipation was killing me!
Also near the end when there was so much danger and drama? I didn’t know whether to be happy about this in a book (yes, my head is a tiny bit weird…) or to be frightened for them. I mean I loved every second of the book, but this was my favourite – danger.
As far as I’m concerned, I can’t wait to read another book by A.J. Andersen or more so this series. Seeing how I’ll get to read about the other characters and their lives.
AJ wrote an awesome debut novel! l loved Finding Faye, it had me hooked on every word of the story! Travis & Faye’s journey had all the feels, had all the drama and suspense, and had all the heat! Looking forward to reading more by AJ!
A. J Anderson, you almost broke me and not very many authors can do that. So now that I have that out of the way I want to let everyone know how freaking amazing this book is. If you have not read this book, what are you waiting for. Seriously, you have budding relationship that barely hangs on during the most dire of situations. Then you have a girl Faye who has become a strong women, with a little more room to grow figure out how to live a life while hoping for Travis to find her. You have funny moments and heart breaking moments. I have no idea how many times I cried while reading this book. I mean there were times where it was bleak and unsure but I had to find out how it was going to end. No joke my muscles hurt from all the tensing up I was doing. I cannot wait to see what AJ has in store for the next book. I am a fan for life now.
When your book loving friends tell you that you just have to read a book because it’s that good, you read it, and read it I did. What can I say other than color me impressed. “Finding Faye” AJ Andersen’s debut novel is a fantastic older man/younger woman, forbidden, sorta kinda second chance, military, mafia romance. Yes, it’s all that AND a freakin’ fantastic read at that! First of all, Travis.is.the.man. Sexy AF, strong, loyal, determined and loving. Faye is a beautifully broken angel with a hidden strength that is surprising considering all she’s been through. Thrown together when his uncle (his legal guardian) and her mother marry, Travis and Faye form an immediate and everlasting bond that will keep them connected throughout the years of their separation. I absolutely love it when the male main character of a book is truly, madly, deeply in love and not afraid to show it. His utter devotion to Faye and their happily ever after makes this book the fantastic Five Plus Star read that it is. TBR this sweet and sexy read and enjoy. I look forward to Book 2 and 3 of this series and can’t wait to see what AJ does next.
This novel had me DM-ing my friends late at night. What a roller-coaster of sweet, soft meets the underbelly of the mafia world. I’m so in love with these characters.
Our hero, Travis, is the Faye’s “step-brother” (Travis’ uncle, who has custody of Travis gets involved with Faye’s mom). They take solace in each other while sharing a household. Travis becomes a friend and protector to the little girl who’s 8 years his junior.
When Travis enlists in the Marines (hot) and Faye is left to her own defenses for years until one day she disappears. When he’s done serving out his time in the Marines he comes home with the sole mission of finding Faye.
Travis is a hardcore cinnamon roll. He’s all willpower and strength paired with sensitivity and patience. *Cue my heart melting… .*
Faye is at once vulnerable and extremely resourceful when it comes to protecting herself and surviving.
He is a beast whose mission is to find and protect Faye. Can she protect herself? Heck yeah, she can. But Travis is her ability to exhale. He is the relief that Faye’s heart needs. And she’s his only shot at a HEA.
Once I started I couldn’t put down. I loved Travis and Faye’s story. It’s full of twist and turns, action & suspense. Amazing debut novel from A.J. Anderson. I received this ARC in exchange for my honest review.
This author and book are a first for me and I’m glad I read this book, I really liked this authors writing style. I was glad to discover a new to me author. This book is first in the series. KS Securities series.
This book opens up in a prologue and then moves up through the years. I was completely hooked from the very beginning.
Travis as a young man he lived with his uncle and his girlfriend and her daughter Faye. When he was old enough he enlisted into the marine corps and left promising to come back for Faye. Travis is very close to her and feels very protective over her. Travis is a genuine, loyal really nice p who do anything to help you if he could.
Faye is a young girl in the prologue and then we see her grow and change as the years move forward. Faye hasn’t had it easy and her mother was an alcoholic. Faye witnessed a utter tragedy and decides her best bet is to run. As even more time passes Faye is older, she’s very lonely, sad and quite child like, she takes any job she can to support herself.
Travis leaves the marine and starts a security business with his best friend Blake so he can look for Faye and support himself. Travis is completely dedicated to finding Faye. These two characters have always had love for each other, but can Travis find Faye after all this time? ( NO SPOILERS ).
I always love books that have epilogue and This as I feel it always helps you to see what happens. This book is a slow burn romance and there is alot of twist and turns throughout. This book keeps your attention and keeps you gripped all the way through.I really couldn’t put this book down.I can’t wait to read book 2 in the series.
ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.
Finding Faye is a fast paced, thrill ride of a romance. I was hanging off the end of my seat while reading it most of the time wondering what curves would come next! If this is any indication on how the rest of the series is going to go then I’ll gladly buckle in for the ride. I adored Travis and Faye was the perfect match for him! AJ Andersen is definitely an author to watch out for. I have a feeling she’s going to be a one-click author for me permanently!
I really enjoyed this action packed romance from AJ Andersen.
The pacing of the book is great. The action scenes are believable and really draw you in.
The love story between Faye and Travis is sweet and endearing with just the right amount of chemistry and passion.
The author subtly illustrates Faye’s youth, despite all she’s been through. You can see what a strong, determined man Travis is and you can’t doubt his love for Faye.
A great read, I can’t wait for the next instalment.
What an amazing debut novel for A.J. Anderson, i was pull to the story from page one. This story keep me very intrigued because I really didn’t know what was going to happen next. The main characters are Freya and Travis, which I think they were perfect for each other, best friends during a time where they need it each other, didn’t matter that there was an 8 year gap difference. Until Travis enrolls in the military seeking a better future and leaves Freya behind with a promise of one day coming back for her.
Finding Faye had me at the edge of my seat, reading so fast at times that I had to back track and make sure I didn’t miss anything. I really enjoyed it and love Faye and Travis. They have such a strong connection. Andersen does any amazing job creating characters, who are still relatable even if their situation isn’t one that we have experienced. The love Travis has for Faye is felt from the beginning and you are left wanting nothing more than the two of them to be together. I am looking forward to book two.
It’s not easy to capture the reader with a story that spans almost 20 years, but AJ Andersen did a great job in keeping the flame between Faye and Travis growing. Ther are plenty of twists and turns and nail-biting moments for the thriller fans and lovely, sexy romantic ones for the romance fans.
A Great Start for a Debut Novel
As soon as I saw this book and read the blurb, I felt that I need to read it. AJ Andersen is a diamond in the rough in the world of romance books. I could feel her passion and dedication in this book. And I have no doubt in the success of her future goals as an author. Keep going, girl!
At a young age, Faye had to live a solitary teenager life, without friends, with fears and concerns. With nothing else that the option to grown up as a strong girl to face the consequences of the bad decision of his mother’s boyfriend and her mother. However, all was not lost when unexpectedly events occurred and her whole world was upside down. She found hope in the only closest person who seemed to care, creating a friendship and strong ties that would be a key to her happiness. Although in the meantime, she will have to go through bittersweet and hard moments to achieve it.
Travis is he perfect guy for her. So protective, strong, smart and charming. He is that light at the end of the tunnel in Faye’s life. The kind of hero who will give his life to protect her.
This unputtable down book and fast paced story will leave you at the edge of your seat or bed. Is full of suspense, intrigue, heartwarming moments and action. I dare you to read it!
This was a fast, action packed read with high romantic tension between characters who have been searching to reunite with one another since they were kids.
Travis and Faye knew each other as kids and she’s been in hiding while he has been in the Marines. There’s some great near misses with them and the sub-plot adds some great action and depth. This is my first AJ Anderson, but definitely won’t be my last!
Recommend!
What an awesome debut novel!! I couldn’t put this book down! Lots of action and suspense and their chemistry had me hot and bothered almost the entire time!! I cannot wait for the next book in this series and from this author! I was still processing what I read a day or two later! Now that is what a book should do!
An amazing 4.5 Star debut!
I was very excited to read the first book in what’s sure to be a must read series by a new author. The Prologue does a great job of setting the stage for an intriguing and suspenseful storyline.
Travis lives with his uncle, his uncle’s girlfriend and her daughter, Faye. Eight years older than Faye, Travis does what he can to protect her from their crappy living situation, until, at 18, he leaves to join the marines. At 16, Faye witnesses a horrific event, ends up on the run, and two years after that, Travis comes home to find her. Although he now part owns and runs a security and private investigation company, finding Faye has proven to be difficult. Who knew that things would get even more complicated once he did find her!
Unexpected twists and turns, suspense and action compelled me to keep reading.
It was the perfect mix of sexy, sweet and steamy…a great debut!
What an outstanding debut novel from this brand new author! Finding Faye is a phenomenal book! It’s was an absolute page-turner that had me engrossed from the very first page. The author done a fantastic job with this one. It’s very well written with an amazing storyline and wonderful characters.
I loved reading Travis and Faye’s story. It’s full of twist and turns, ups and downs, swoon worthy romance, and so much more that key me on the edge of my seat with every word.
Highly recommend