Is saving another’s soul worth risking your own?Former special forces operator, Ryder, has never backed down from an assignment, and he’ll be damned if he lets a blonde-haired, smart-mouthed, pain in the a** destroy that record. She’s going to get her life together even if he has to drag her kicking and screaming to do so, and he’s not opposed to using a firm hand to yank her from the darkness … her from the darkness back into the light.
MC born and bred, Kelsea is on a one-way path to rock bottom. Determined to forget the horrible truths revealed about the man who fathered her, she’s drowning in a sea of booze, drugs and meaningless hookups. She has no desire to be “saved,” especially not by a bossy former Army Ranger with deep green eyes and a sexy southern twang.
Being locked away at his cabin, cut off from the outside world, deeply buried secrets are rising to the surface and lines between them are starting to blur.
The road to redemption is paved with heartache, though, and while Ryder wants to save her from the demons that haunt her, he’s not sure it’s worth the risk of losing himself or his heart in the process. But, in the end, will Kelsea finally learn to save herself?
Note: Ryder is the second 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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Another amazing book by an amazing author. Jeanne St. James knows how to keep readers enthralled. Ryder and Chelsea are that couple that everyone thinks shouldn’t be together but they say to Hell with everyone’s point of view and follow their hearts right into each other’s arms. This book has the sass and angst that you come to expect from Jeanne’s books.
Love this whole series!
5 HUGE STARS
I fell in love with Ryder and Kelsea too!
Oh my! Ryder jumped to my #1 Jeanne St. James men! He was EVERYTHING! What he did for Kelsea and how he was there for her was so amazing to read! Kelsea is no slouch herself! She is completely broken and can’t find her way, but once Ryder decided enough is enough with her ruining her life. This is not an easy book or easy to read what Kelsea is hiding. This is a must-read for any book lover! Well Done!
This is the first time in reading this author with her now having another reader who will come back again. She pulled me to this one with the content and it being up my flavor of reading. Security team novels have alphas that if not careful wet your whistle right away.
Ryder does that in this one along with other characters Kelsea being one of them that capture your attention. You will see the challenge he has with us the reader lapping up the scenes. The suspense will also slowly curl your toes clinging to the pages waiting to see how this pans out.
This author gave me many elements that have me devour a novel with characters I latched onto. I would so visit her worlds again.
I love this new aeries by Jeanne St. James. We still get glimpses of the DAMC characters we love. Ryder has chased Kelsea as part of his job. Kelsea lost herself when the truth about her father came out. She has tried to lose herself in drugs, booze and sex. The DAMC family won’t let her go. Ryder is sent again to bring her back home. This is the last time he is going to hunt her down. Ryder and Kelsea are two broken people that find they belong together.
GUTS & GLORY: Ryder is the 2nd book in the Shadows Security Series, but can easily be read as a standalone book. As with all Jeanne St. James books, this has a HEA without a cliffhanger or cheating. Enjoyed reading this book!
Ryder is a former special forces Army Ranger who now works for Shadows Security as a special-assignment agent. He has never backed down from an assignment, but he has reached his limit with being sent out to save his boss’s cousin from disaster. Kelsea is a blonde-haired, smart-mouthed, pain in his rear. She was on a path to hit rock bottom. When he found her this time, from what he saw, she had hit that rock bottom. Kelsea would get one more chance to get her life together. If this didn’t work, he would be throwing his hands up for good. This would be her last second-chance.
Kelsea didn’t want to be saved. Determined to forget the horrible truths about the man who fathered her, she had been drowning in booze, drugs and meaningless hook-ups. She doesn’t remember much of how she ended up in a secluded cabin in the middle of no-where Kentucky. She does know the bossy man who brought her there. She was going to get her life together even if he had to do it with her kicking and screaming. They were on a search for her soul. Her dignity. Her common sense. They both would hate this, except for the benefits their close proximity would bring them. Very hot benefits!!
“This short span of time in each others arms was just a positive in the midst of a whole bunch of negatives. One moment of sunshine in the midst of a storm. You enjoyed the warm light while you had it before the next dark cloud blew in.”
This book had me captivated from the beginning and I was left breathless at the end. The two MCs have a complicated relationship with many flaws between them but they are absolutely perfect for each other, when they stop fighting it. This story had me in its clutches from the moment Ryder decides to rescue Kelsea. Ryder is tested time and again when Kelsea does something harebrained. Ryder definitely has the patience of a Saint to put up with her, but underneath Kelsea is just screaming out for help. Will Ryder keep showing her tough love or will he just give up on her when she pushes him one too many times? I loved this story and can’t wait for the next installment!!
Let’s just say that this is one author whose books are a MUST read! This spin off of the Down and Dirty MC series is gripping, passionate and packs a punch. The second book in the Guts and Glory series gives readers Ryder and Kelsea’s story and what an emotional rollercoaster it is. It can be read as a standalone but I recommend reading the books in order. From the start, the reader is sucked into the drama as Ryder is once again tasked with bringing Kelsea to heal as she is acting like a spoiled brat. However, there is a reason for the behavior. What will it take for Kelsea to see the light? How much is Ryder willing to put up with? Get ready to fall hard for these two, laugh, and at times want to just reach out and give them a good swift kick. Prepare yourself because once you start this page turner, you will not be able to put it down until the final word. I highly recommend this book!
I volunteered to read a copy of this book and all opinions are my own.
Talk about intense!!! Right from the start this book starts off with a bang and doesn’t let up until the very end.
This is book 2 in the Shadows Security Series and was definitely able to be read as a standalone. However, I loved these characters so much that I definitely need to get my hands on the first book ASAP!
This book follows Ryder and Kelsea as Ryder tries to stop Kelsea from spiraling out of control and self destruction. Sent to pull her out of a bad situation once again Ryder has decided that enough is enough and takes Kelsea away from everything and to a secluded cabin in the middle of nowhere. Not really sure why he feels such a strong need to save her, Ryder realizes that she may be becoming more than just a job to him.
Kelsea is trying to drown out her nightmares in drinking and sex. Unable to get over what has happened to her in the past she is on a mission to just forget everything. The problem is the sexy former special ops hunk that her cousin sent after her is refusing to let her do that. Locking her away in a secluded cabin is forcing Kelsea to come face to face with everything she has been trying to run from.
With serious chemistry between the two of them this book had me on the edge of my seat wondering how everything was going to work out. There were so many heartbreaking moments finding out what these characters had to go through. I was feeling so many emotions and definitely rooting for them to make it out on the other side of all of the hurt and pain.
This is a must read book for sure! I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book in this series! By Alisa
Guts & Glory: Ryder is the second book in the Shadows Security series.I found reading and following Ryder and Kelsea’s story one of heartbreak as he had to watch her hit rock bottom and one of strength as he helps her fight her demons and live again. I enjoyed reading their story and look forward to reading the next book in the series.
This book was great I really enjoyed it. I also got a different perspective on Kelsey than what I thought it’s a great story cant wait for more
This book is really good!!! Ryder and Kelsea have chemistry, but they are both damaged. Are they too damaged to heal each other?
This is a must read book! Once I started reading this book I wasn’t able to put it down until I finished it and then I read it again. Ryder and Kelsea pull you in and twist you around. Their story is my favorite book now. They both have secrets they don’t want to share. They could be the best thing for the other one or they could destroy each other if not careful. Jeanne St. James has written another great book. How is she ever going to top this? I can’t wait to find out. I received this ARC for a honest review.
Wow are these Shadow Security guys Hot! And what they go through for their women… just wow!!! I wasn’t sure the author could top Mercy (Book 1 in this series) but for my Ryder is right up with there with it. She has a flare with her words that just drew me right in and the characters she defines in her stories just seem to come to life as if they were family. I felt every emotional aspect as if I was right there living the storyline with them. The book had me smiling, laughing, worrying and just plain ole enjoying the read.
Ryder is a former Special Forces Operator who has done some very dangerous things in his life. Thing he has and still struggles to face. But being sent time after time to try and corral a spoiled, smart-mouthed woman, (Kelsea) is trying his patience worse than any wartime mission. He has sworn to himself that this is the last time he is going to be told to retrieve her. Ryder finds her in a bad way this time and decides to take Kelsea back to his mountain home (in the middle of nowhere) where she is going to play by his rules and shape up or he’s done. But Kelsea has other plans, she doesn’t like being told what to do as if she were a kid instead of a grown woman and she sure doesn’t like being locked in a cabin like a prisoner. These two butt heads at every turn but he’s going to get her to shape up if it kills him and sadly the emotions she brings out from his past just might be his downfall.
This is an exciting read that grabbed my heartstrings from the very start. It’s an emotional ride with fun, sexy and happy times thrown in. I highly recommend reading book 1, Mercy, first as the characters and storylines do overlap but Ryder can be read as a standalone. 2 Thumbs Up and 5 Amazing stars for a great addition to what is turning out to be one of my favorite series.
Oh wow, reading this caused some major feels. Ryder is the perfect fit for Kelsea, be prepared to laugh, cry and scream.
I love Ryder!! I absolutely loved how even though he hated to chase after Kelsea and bring her home he is so great for her. He helped her heal and grow into a strong woman. Guts & Glory: Ryder is book two of the series and it did not disappoint. The captivating storyline and the well deserved HEA make this a 5 star read.
Ryder and Kelsey’s story was really good. I enjoyed the read, and what I enjoyed most about it was the real in the story. It has everyday life and problems we go thru, and Kelsey had to learn who she was and face her demons, to get what she needed and wanted. That was worth this read alone, not to mention Ryder and his southern drawl which no red blooded woman can resist.
Amazing book. Ryder and Kelsea is an amazing addition to the guts and glory series. Ryder has risen to the top of my favorite guy right now.
Wow I was not expecting this story Ryder and Kelsea story was so much more than I expecting.Kelsea is on a road to self destruction and no one knows how to help her and you know its bad when Diesel has had enough. I liked kelsea she has a good heart but over the years and all the pain she has experienced I understand why she is just a tiny bit crazy. Now Ryder hold on to your seat because he didn’t come to play and he has no time for bull crap. I loved finding out more about him and his story is something. Ryder is the only one who really Kelsea for her true self and when he says enough is enough he means it no matter what she does he doesn’t give up. This is a a emotional story and you will cry ugly and at times you will want to shoot Kelsea. This is awesome story and I’m so looking forward to the next one.
Oh my damn!! Oh my damn! MC has a new name, and it’s Jeanne St. James. No one writes MC’s better. Ryder and Kelsea has me all in my feelings. This is a sexy hot seductive read which is also emotionally satisfying. It will have you in your feelings. What I learned from this is that Ryder loved Kelsea more than she did herself. When you have a person in your life that is showing you your flaws, and not letting you just go off the rails, that is love in it’s truest form. It is told in different points of view, no cheating, no cliffhangers, and a hea. I highly recommend this book. One click because you won’t regret it.