Navy SEAL Dex Evans’ buddies play a joke on him that backfires and lands him with a gorgeous, funny, spitfire of a woman e-mailing him. Dex can’t believe his friends stupidity or his good luck. Is it possible that he has struck gold in the world of on-line dating through a prank? Single mother, Kenna Wright was in way over her head, when she met the handsome Navy warrior. She’s used to … used to putting her teenage son and work ahead of everything, but maybe it’s time to think about her needs. And this Navy man puts the ‘N’ in needy.
Then one of her co-workers is murdered and it looks like Kenna might be the next one in the killer’s crosshairs. Knowing that the clock is ticking, Dex brings in his SEAL team to make sure that the woman, who has come to mean everything to him, does not become the next victim.
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Loved it!
Once I read the synopsis I wanted to read this book right away. I loved the idea of Dex’s friends setting up a fake online dating profile for him without him knowing about it but the letter from NSMP was hysterical so this was a Must Read for me.
While the humour caught my attention, the characters hooked me. Dex was a hot military man who was protective, kind and patient. I loved him. The way Kenna’s life revolved around her son was a bit over-the-top but she was funny, beautiful, and tough, too. Even though they met in an unlikely way when Dex’s buddies created the profile for him on a dating website, they were a great fit. But it did take some effort on Dex’s part to get Kenna to agree to meet him. I loved Kenna’s son. He was so protective of his mother – even at just 15 years old, he felt it was his job to be the man of the house.
This wonderful romance will have you laughing, sighing and on the edge of your seat. It was a sweet romantic suspense you won’t want to miss.
I enjoy a good ‘Seal’ romance story. Dex and Keena made for a fun read of a good ‘Seal’ romance. But Caitlyn O’Leary gave the reader a great romantic, suspenseful, mystery novel all in one. The story continued to build throughout the read…starting as a fun, witty romance while in the background a tragic mystery slowly developed as the romance matured. Then…WAM! A scary suspenseful crescendo…Her Devoted Hero, Dex – Keena’s devoted Seal hero – is blindsided! His Seal team is caught off-guard! Kept me turning pages as fast as possible! Well done, Caitlyn O’Leary!!! I buy and read more of your books! Thank you!
This book was good-ish. The main story/meet-cute was fine and the working together bits were good, but I really wanted more explanation or more in depth exploration into some things. The predictable ending could have been better.
enjoyable easy read with very likable characters. Great escape book that you know will end happily ever after. Will read other books by this author
I already wrote a review. I review on every book I read.
Ellen
A great story.
Another breathtaking winner by Ms. O’Leary. She shoves you right into the thick of a rescue turned hostage situation. Not some sterile bank, no. This is the cruel jungle with the only thing more dangerous the man who has taken her. The action is non stop. Just when you think things can’t get worse–yep–they do.
Marcie is a caregiver. Not by profession by the heart. This time, she’s the one in need. Zed/Dante sees her picture and KNOWS she is going to be important to him. First, he has to get her away from the enemy who is not only evil but a former SEAL.
Zed has his work cut out to convince Marcia she is worthy of special feelings and treatment. Her past has taught her differently. Since she isn’t free and clear of the danger he has to convince her to trust him with her safety before she’ll trust her heart to him.
As always, the author gives us a team of men who have to trust each other with their lives and the lives of the people they love. We’ve met some of them before and checking in is an added bonus. However, this books stands on its own. Be prepared for danger, vicious bad guys, steam, and non-stop action. (A little suggestion: Don’t think you’ll just read a couple of chapters before going to sleep. Not gonna work. Once you start it you won’t want to put it down.)
I voluntarily reviewed this advanced reader copy and I have not been compensated in any way.
This is a cute love story with a little mystery thrown in-it was a good escape.
This was just the book i needed to read this week. I loved every word on each page yes take the time & read this
Her Devoted HERO by Caitlyn O’Leary is a fabulous military romance. This is a fairly quick read, perfect for those with limited reading time. Ms. O’Leary has delivered a well-written book and furnished it with outstanding characters. I totally love this cast of characters! Dex is a Navy SEAL and is signed up for a dating site by one of his friends. Kenna is a single mother uses the dating site just to give herself a little ego boost, but couldn’t help dashing off a note to Dax. Dax and Kenna’s story is loaded with drama, humor, action, sizzle and spine-tingling suspense. This story hooked me at page one and held me captive until the end. I look forward to reading more from Caitlyn O’Leary in the future. Her Devoted HERO is book 2 of the Black Dawn Series but can easily be read as a standalone. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.
This has the Yummiest hero ever!!! Lots of adventure as the SEALs set out to protect a woman from a murdering stalker. Good story and very entertaining. I recommend it.
Dex’s friend pulled a prank on him but it turned out to be good. Clint open a dating website and Sex didn’t know till he got over 200 emails from women. He wrote all till I e read Kenna Wright and laughed. He emailed her back even though she told him not to. They started emailing and dating, her friend got murdered and she got a staker. They worked with the po!I’ve and his team to find out if n e was same man
I liked Kenna’s feisty personality and Dex’s protective nature (though I can see it as a bit overbearing). There were a few chuckles at their interactions. Overall a good read.
This is the first of O’Leary’s books that I’ve read so I wasn’t sure what to expect … and I definitely got so much more than I would have guessed. There’s the fun romance between Dex and Kenna but there also is a whole lot of suspense over who the killer is and why he might be going after Kenna. It’s a well-done mystery and I wasn’t sure who it was until pretty close to the end.
The love story is great too. Dex does so much to help support Kenna and transition her into believing there could be a relationship between the two of them. She’s not had a lot of luck with men and it’s meant she’s lost a lot of her confidence. Plus she’s been on her own for a long time, raising her son with some help from her mom, so it’s a bit hard for her to let someone else in to their lives. She may put up a bit of a fight, but she’s definitely not scaring away a SEAL.
Fantastic action, a sweet love story, and entertaining characters … O’Leary is going on my list of authors to watch!
*** I voluntarily read a Review Copy of this book. All opinions stated are solely my own and no one else’s. ***
I am fairly new to this author and I have to say, I am now a true fan. I loved this story.
The book centers around Navy SEAL Dex Evans and nurse and single Mom, Kenna Wright.
Dex’s friends have signed him up on an online dating service as SailorBoy69 and while they think it’s a great prank, he is not too happy. But nice guy that he is, he has decided to send all the ladies that reply a note of thank you but no thank you. When he is almost done with the 200+ replies, he finds one from Kenna. She’s been on the site but has never replied to any of the prospects but decides to write SailorBoy69 a very funny email sure he would never reply. That’s how their “friendship” begins.
They meet in person and though there is an attraction, Kenna is very reserved, plus she thinks Dex would never go for someone like her.
When danger arrives at Kenna’s door, Dex and his friends get serious about protecting her, her sweet son, and her Mom.
I love all the characters in this book, both the main and the secondary characters. You will fall in love with Dex and Kenna. He is a protector and an honorable man, and Kenna is a mother bear when it comes to her son, who is a great kid.
A story that is filled with stand up guys, an evil stalker, funny characters, touching moments, and of course , romance.
Definitely looking forward to more books in this series and anything else this author will be writing.
I was gifted this copy by Netgalley. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
Absolutely Love this story Caitlyns books get better and better I cant wait to see what she comes up with next . This book has everything!!!
Her Devoted Hero by Caitlyn O’Leary is the type of story you must be prepared to read in one sitting, as stopping part way through will not be possible!
Dex is the ultimate nurturer and protector. Struggling with his own personal demons, he has immersed himself in his chosen career as a Navy SEAL and a Big Brother program that gives back to those in need. A gentleman with a heart of gold, Dex is every woman’s fantasy of the perfect life partner.
Kenna is a tower of strength. A woman wronged early in life, she stands on her own and works hard for a better life for the one she loves. But emotional baggage is a bitch, so Kenna has convinced herself that no man is worth relying on, and her strategically build walls will protect her from repeating the past.
As an avid reader of Caitlyn O’Leary’s books, I have found myself happily dwelling in the exciting world created for the brave men of the SEAL teams, and the courageous women who love them unconditionally, and with a passion that never wanes. And though I have many favourites, Dex and Kenna have certainly secured a special place in my heart.
So what more can I say about her Devoted Hero? Well this book has everything; an Alpha hero with strong moral values, irresistible charm and a genuine tenderness that never quits, a heroine with determination, attitude and enough sass to make you continually chuckle, and a storyline with laughter, danger, suspense and grit. So of all the incredible stories and many topics tackled by Ms O’Leary in the past, I’m compelled to admit that Her Devoted Hero is definitely one of my absolute favourites and that Dex, Kenna and the entire cast of this incredible book were captivating.
Thank you Ms O’Leary for reminding yet again just how exceptional your writing is and the joy I get out of each and every book.