When what should be a simple assignment becomes a whole lot more…For Hunter, what should be an easy job of finding another veteran’s long-lost brother has turned up nothing but dead ends. Even worse, it uncovered problems his team thought had long since been buried. Down to his last lead, he tracks down a woman who has his protective instincts kicking in for reasons he can’t fully understand. … fully understand. While her expressive dark eyes and generous curves catch his attention, it’s her fiery temper that holds it.
Back in her hometown, hiding from a man who almost destroyed her life, Frankie’s thrown off guard when a bossy bearded stranger shows up looking for information on the biker she’d rather forget. And he’s not taking no for an answer. With more to protect than herself now, she knows firsthand what can happen when you place your trust in the wrong person, but something about the former Green Beret has her not only letting him into her home but also her heart.
Hunter’s determined to complete his mission and keep Frankie safe—no matter the cost. Though he didn’t expect that cost to also involve his heart.
Note: Hunter is the third book of the Guts & Glory series, a six-book spin-off from my Dirty Angels MC series. While it’s recommended to read both series in order, each book can be read as a stand-alone. As with all my books, this has an HEA, no cliffhanger or cheating.
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This book has once again turned into one of my favorites. Hunter was a butt at times but Frankie was just the girl to make him see things differently. Love that girl! Read this book! This author is binge worthy!
Leave it to Hunter to get tangled up with the feistiest woman to date! This book has it all! Manning Grove has it’s own share of hotness with the Bryson brothers but add in Frankie and Hunter and it’s like a volcanic eruption! Get ready for another roller coaster of emotions with this read!
Frankie & Hunter is an awesome Story. Jeanne St. James has done an exceptional job yet again, in putting together a story about another member of “In the Shadows” Security.
Hunter’s Story is the type of man most people want in their life.He is Definitely Book Boyfriend material.
This book is an easy read. It’s also book 3 of a Series Guts & Glory, But can be also read as a Stand Alone. It is a HEA, and highly recommended!
Holy jalapeños!! This was one HOT read! Book 3 of the In The Shadows Security series features Hunter. While on a job Hunter meets the feisty Frankie and her young son Leo and sparks fly! We also get a bit of a cross over from the Dirty Angels series ( which is amazing) and the Brothers in Blue series ( also amazing). Each book in this series is fantastic, you will not be disappointed.
This was the third book “In the Shadows Security” series and when I think that I have a favorite alpha in this series, Jeanne St. James throws another alpha in the ring! As usual the plot was very well written and well planned, Frankie was a strongly written character and pair her with Hunter and this was a couple that I absolutely loved!
Hunter and Frankie were not expecting each other. But, the sparks flew when they met. I loved the chemistry and the story was exciting and consuming.
Oh my word, this series! Jeanne St. James has written yet another amazing story. Hunter is sexy, thrilling and hilarious. Loving the In the Shadows Security crew and Hunter is no exception. This man is definitely swoon worthy and luckily for us, while just doing his job he ends up meeting Frankie and her little boy Leo…life will never be the same again for this strong man and equally strong willed woman. I love that Ms. St. James tends to overlap her character’s worlds. We always get a little taste of the Dirty Angels MC crew…plus, plus for us…and in this book we get to reconnect with some of the Brothers in Blue…win, win! Hunter is a fabulous story in an equally fabulous series. Could be read as a stand-alone, I guess, but as stated earlier, overlap baby, the Down & Dirty Series is not to be missed and Brothers in Blue are totally worth the read too. Thanks so much for the thrilling read, Ms. St. James, I’m looking forward to Walker’s story next, I know I won’t be disappointed.
Holy Hotness Frankie is a powerhouse of determination to protect herself and her son! Hunter got more than he planned when he agreed to help Slade, member of the DAMC, find his long lost half-brother. (That man is bad news all around)! Thank God he found Frankie at the right time and place. All of Jeanne St. James’ men are loyal, lethal and very sexy, all of her women and beautiful, strong and faithful. I cannot wait for the next book in the series, Walker. These books are definitely one-clickable.
4 Hunter & Frankie Stars
Hunter is the third book in the In the Shadows Security Series by Jeanne St. James. Hunter is looking for a long lost brother of a friend. But he ends up finding something else instead. First, I suggest reading the Dirty Angels series before the In the Shadows Security series. Though the books are standalones, St. James continues to build into the Shadow Valley world and you see reoccurring characters.
“Wanting something that might never happen can weigh down a person, destroy any appreciation for everything they did have, no matter how small or insignificant it seemed.”
Hunter and Frankie ‘s story is far from a fairy-tale but their story was jammed pack full of the feels. The chemistry between the two was of the charts. I wanted know what was going to happen next therefore I was glued to this book.
“I’m sorry.” Regret colored his apology. “I’m sorry I can’t be who you want me to be. I told you before and I’ll tell you again, if it could be anyone, it would be you, Frankie.”
We had the whole team in this at one point and it was great reading all the secondary characters. This makes a book so much better for me. I highly recommend this book.
Jeanne St. James never disappointed. There is nothing like a badass dude and and strong willed women with amazing chemistry between them, there is always fire works in and out of the bedroom. The story is intriguing with the right amount of suspense and steam to keep you on the edge of your seat. As expected, the story is beautifully written, has loveable characters and the ending was awesome. Frankie demonstrated that she can put her actions where her mouth is. She and Hunter is a perfect match. I’m off to start Walker’s story.
The story begins when Hunter agrees to help Slade, a DAMC member and fellow veteran find a brother he didn’t know existed. Hunter is running out of leads and the trail is going cold until he gets a tip about a woman that may have the information he needs. By the time he sets out to find her, all their Intel points to the fact that Slade’s brother has ties to a rival MC and has done prison time for almost killing the woman Hunter is looking for.
Frankie has been through hell and back. She takes every precaution to protect what she holds most dear to her. Having been in hiding since escaping her abusive ex, she’s willing to do whatever is necessary to keep her family safe. Once Hunter finds Frankie, the sparks fly! ( Hunter & Frankie’s introduction is one of my favorite book scenes ever! ) Hunter will need to put his own issues aside and prove to Frankie that he is there to help and protect her. But, can he gain her trust? What starts out as a search for Slade’s brother has turned into something so much more. There is little doubt that both characters come to the table with their own issues. One thing is for certain, these two deserve to find their happy ever after!
Hunter is the third book of the Guts & Glory series and can be read as a stand-alone. However, I would recommend that you start out with the Dirty Angels MC series. This is where these bad boy alpha’s were first introduced. The back story is worth the read. The DMAC series remains my favorite series to date. I was over the moon when I heard that In The Shadows Security was coming out! Jeanne St James never fails to come through with her amazing gift to tell a story like no other! I cannot wait to see what comes next! This was a 5 star read!
Love the book
Jeanne did it again! I know these are always HEA but the In The Shadows Security guys are so hard headed and so dead set against falling in love it makes my heart race in anticipation until the very end! Hunter and Frankie are both strong and bold people and the fire burns hot between them. They both struggle with letting someone in but quickly realize that each other is exactly what they need. Frankie is a spot fire for sure and Hunter is absolutely the kind of man she and Leo need. Another great book! I’m obsessed with this series and these men.
OMG this book…..trying to help out a brother,, Hunter goes on a search and comes across Frankie
This is the best book in this series so far. A good read can’t wait bring on Walker
5 star review of Guts & Glory: Hunter (In the Shadows Security #3) by Jeanne St James
Audio Review
The third in the series and was just as entertaining as the first two. This one is narrated by Stephen Dexter and Ava Lucas. I was engrossed in the storyline from the first to the last chapter and couldn’t wait to see what Ms.St James had in store for Hunter and Frankie.
Stephen Dexter and Ava Lucas did a great job with the narrating and they certainly brought the characters to life for me.
The story was extremely well written, raw and gritty and I was fully invested in Hunter, Frankie and Leo’s story. I loved that Hunter, the man who didn’t believe that he deserved happiness, the man who had closed himself off from life, found love and a family in a small town.
It was also great to see a few familiar faces pop up and that added to my enjoyment of the story.
I really liked Hunter, he ticked the boxes for me, not as much as Ryder from the previous book but certainly a man who I fell fall. I loved how feisty, sassy and all in Frankie was with Hunter, she drew out his vulnerable side whilst he challenged her. The two of them together had off the charts chemistry.
All in all a great addition to the series.
Guts & Glory: Hunter
In the Shadows Security, Book 3
By: Jeanne St. James
Narrated by: Stephen Dexter, Ava Lucas
Every time I listen to a Jeanne St James book, I become completely involved in the story and no one better interrupt. This one, Hunter, was one of her best for me. Maybe it’s the fierceness of the heroine Frankie. She has a lot on the line. Raped by her lover, left beaten and pregnant and always having to look over her shoulder has left her tough and jaded. Maybe it’s Hunter. He is focused, always serious and very demanding. Maybe it’s their chemistry, and how they can’t help but be drawn to each other. Maybe it’s the integration of the Brothers in Blue and the DAMC. Or maybe it’s just Leo, the cutest of all little 3 year old boys to come into a book! I think the combination of all these things, including high suspense and danger is what has drawn me to this book, and made me fall. It’s so good, you will not want to miss it.
Narrators can make or break a story, and Hunter is a difficult personality. The casting of Stephen Dexter is genius. He comes through with that stubbornness and protectiveness so easily capturing the essence of Hunter. Partnered with Ava Lucas as Frankie, he compliments her with the fiestiness and strength Frankie exudes. Lucas delves into this character and makes her come alive. I loved every minute of this performance!
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I love all of Jeannes books!
As much as I love my MC men, I also love my military men – alpha males who have a dirty mouth with straight talking badness, and Hunter definitely fits the bill! This series has me addicted to each book, with strong characters who have sworn to do right, even at the risk of losing their heart to the battle. Hunter and Frankie had amazing chemistry, and I especially loved their dialogue and banter. Frankie wants absolutely nothing to do with helping Hunter find Taz, but she can’t help but be intrigued with this hot alpha. She’s got her own brand of sass, and she keeps Hunter on his toes as much as he keeps her guessing. Members of the DAMC are also brought back in this series which makes me so happy! I need these Shadows Security men!
When Hunter is tasked to find the half-brother of a friend, he didn’t expect that he would find his other half. The man he’s been tasked with finding is bad news all around and he is dangerous. Hunter may not be in time to save Frankie and Leo.
Frankie is not a trusting woman and she has too much to lose if anyone finds her. She’s tough, tiny, and a momma bear who will do anything to protect her home and her family. Hunter will discover this very quickly and he won’t forget it.
I love this story and the way that Frankie protects her family is exactly how I feel about mine. I love the Guts & Glory Series and Hunter is just as great as the other two, Mercy and Ryder. These men are loyal, lethal and very sexy. I give this story a 4.5-star review and cannot wait for the next book in the series, Walker. These books are definitely one-clickable.
Absolutely loved this story and these characters!!! It all breathes life with the Storyline, chemistry, drama, suspense, attraction, fears…it all makes you keep the pages turning and wanting more!! Hunter and Frankie are explosive when they get together but Hunter doesn’t think its for him…..I the end will he see shes for him and let go of the bad to gain the good in life? This is a must read as we learn more of the In The Shadows guys its fun to see the DAMC family pop in.