It’s been years since Milena Reinhardt has seen TJ “Rock” Rockwell. The last time, he was nearly a shell of a man…but he was her man…and he tore her heart out of her chest. Circumstances unbeknownst to TJ have ensured Milena’s never fully recovered.TJ left his sniper days behind—for the most part—when he left the Army and become a respected Texas Highway Patrolman. He also left behind Milena. … Milena. He’s convinced it was the right thing to do at the time, but that doesn’t mean he’s ever forgotten the woman who loved him in his greatest time of need…or has stopped thinking of her since.
Neither thought they’d see each other again, until a pedophile’s operation is taken down and the evil man sets his vengeful sights on Milena. This could be their second chance, even though TJ and Milena have enough secrets and trust issues to end any relationship before it starts. But when the bad guy closes in, they’ll have to set aside their fears and trust in each other, to save the one thing that means the world to them both.
** Justice for Milena is the 10th book in the Badge of Honor: Texas Heroes Series. Each book is a stand-alone, with no cliffhanger endings.
** TJ and Milena face a truly nasty foe. While his sins are never described on the page, certain basic information is included for the characters to grasp the full breadth of the villain’s evilness. For my more delicate readers, please remember…good always triumphs over evil.
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I loved Justice for Milena! It is a
touching, emotional, & intense story.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading it!
It’s a second chance romance,
for TJ & Milena. Can she forgive TJ
for breaking her heart, & trust him?
Will he finally feel he deserves to be loved by Milena? Or will life have other plans? The story will draw you in, from the very beginning, & keep you reading till the end.
Can’t wait for Sadie’s story!
A MUST READ FOR EVERYONE!!!
TJ felt he had to walk away from Milena to allow her a better life because he was not in a good place but he never stopped loving her. That’s why he didn’t hesitate to help protect her when her former evil boss sets outs to destroy her. He’s determined to keep her safe and convince her that he’s changed and that she can trust him to stick around.
Milena was heartbroken when TJ left but she had to pull herself together because she had someone else depending on her. She agrees to let TJ help protect her but she has a hard time letting him back in her heart. But TJ shows her that that he’s changed and slowly Milena’s shields come down. She trusts him to stick around and to come through when she needs him most.
Once again Susan Stoker has incorporated a difficult subject into a spellbinding book.
TJ left Milena so he wouldn’t bring her down. He needed to figure out his life and getting angry at her for his problems would do just that. He totally went about leaving the wrong way, but he left.
Milena was heartbroken when he left without an explanation, just disappeared in the night.
Milena has moved back home and one of her jobs was caring for unwed pregnant girls at Bexar County School and Orphanage for Girls. No one was more surprised than she when the FBI stormed the place. She had no idea of the horrors that occurred within those buildings.
TJ had been watching and reporting activities because of a request by a friend. He even watched her interrogation, knowing she held no knowledge of anything other than her responsibilities.
Filled with emotion and revelations, this book kept me at the edge of my seat. More than once I was holding my breath, but there were laughs, and some sizzle as TJ and Milena find the romance again.
If I had to select one word to describe this book it would have to be Powerful.
Wow! What a great read. There was a rollercoaster of emotion as we finally get TJ’s story. Milena is no pushover, but she can’t help rekindling her love for the man that broke her heart once. I might’ve fallen for him myself in chapters 11 and 12.
The villain, wow, he was a nasty piece of work. That’s putting it mildly too. Couldn’t help but want that he gets his comeuppance. We never get the full extent of how bad he is- just broad strokes to paint an ugly picture.
Just an overall fantastic read that will leave you wanting more, while twisting and twirling your emotions all over the place.
When trust is broken… trust is also the very thing needed to save the ones you love…
Not only do we deal with a past love that has returned and the consequences of dealing with volatile emotions, pain and healing… there is an underlying evil that is threatening to tear them apart.
A beautiful, angst filled, emotional journey for two people finding not only themselves but rediscovering the courage to claim their second chance. Thank heavens, there are special people in our lives, that are always by our side, always supporting us when the journey becomes too much, encouraging us, supporting us. Those people never give up on us. They are family, they are our friends, our teams mates and colleagues. Add an awesome best friend – who’s story is just unfolding. Blend this with a seriously awful plot, deeply disturbed and depraved bad characters and when kids are involved in that story, in particular a story dealing with abuse and depraved levels of criminality – you need to handle with care. Susan has delivered on that score – you definitely have the makings an amazing and totally engaging book.
Incredibly strong, caring characters characters, with such depths of inner fortitude and that never give up attitude. They are there for each other no matter what – they are family and will do whatever it takes to protect those they love. Tensions are high, suspense leaves you holding your breath, waiting. No matter what – you have to trust your training, trust your innate instincts, focus, prepare, and attention to detail, to save those your love!
JUSTICE FOR MILENA is a beautiful story, well written and thoroughly intriguing in all aspects. Susan Stoker is one of my all time favourite authors in Military/Romantic Suspense. If you love page-turning, heart pounding, breath taking words – Susan Stoker, constantly delivers this and so much more for her readers. What are you waiting for?
3.75 stars–JUSTICE FOR MILENA is the eleventh instalment in Susan Stoker’s contemporary, adult BADGE OF HONOR: TEXAS HEROES romantic, suspense series. This is former US Delta Force sniper, and Texas Highway Patrolman TJ ‘Rock’ Rockwell, and registered nurse Milena Reinhart’s story line. JUSTICE FOR MILENA can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.
Told from several third person perspectives including TJ and Milena JUSTICE FOR MILENA is a second chance story line focusing on former US Delta Force sniper, and Texas Highway Patrolman TJ ‘Rock’ Rockwell, and registered nurse Milena Reinhart. Three years earlier TJ Rockwell struggled to move on from the disastrous mission in the Middle East that killed his entire team and left our hero suffering with survivor’s guilt and PTSD. The only light in his otherwise darkened days was his nurse Milena Reinhart, the woman with whom he fell in love but the woman he was about to destroy in the blink of an eye. Walking away, and out of Milena’s life, TJ battled the demons of his past, in the hopes of stabilizing the nightmares that threatened to control his life. Fast forward to present day, and a healthier TJ Rockwell will come face to face with his past, a past that was about to rock his world. With Milena and her friend Sadie unknowingly working for two men who are under investigation by the FBI, TJ demands protective duty to care of the woman he has never stopped loving. What ensues are the rekindling romance between TJ and Milena, and the fall-out when Milena and Sadie are targeted in a sick and demented game of retaliation and revenge.
Milena is a strong-willed, feisty survivor who has moved on from the past but a past with too many reminders to never forget. TJ continues to battle with PTSD but finding the woman he lost brings new meaning to second chances, and a welcome surprise towards a possible happily ever after.
The relationship between Milena and TJ is one of second chances; a slow-building, rekindling romance that focuses on TJ’s need to make amends for the past, and his desire to move forward towards a happily ever after. The $ex scenes are passionate but limited.
There is a large ensemble cast of secondary and supporting characters including Milena’s best friend Sadie; a homeless young woman Blythe; and several characters we had me in previous story lines (Chase, Quint, Calder, Dax, Cruz, Squirrel, Mackenzie, Mickie, Erin, Hayden and Sophie). We are introduced to Milena’s parents Robert and Missy Reinhart; as well as the requisite evil, father and son Jeremiah and Jonathan Jones. Chase Jackson and Sadie Jenning’s story is next in Rescuing Sadie- a cross over with the author’s Delta Force Heroes, and Lexi Blake’s Master and Mercenaries Series. Blythe and Squirrel’s story line is scheduled for June 2018.
JUSTICE FOR MILENA is an emotional story line; a heart breaking look at two people whose lives were destroyed by demons from the past, and one man’s hopes for future with the woman that he loves. The premise is engaging, intriguing and entertaining; the characters are colorful, dynamic and sassy; the romance is seductive and sexy. JUSTICE FOR MILENA
Justice for Milena is fantastic! This is such a great story about forgiveness, strength, devotion, family, second chances and love. The drama is intense, the characters feel real and the storyline is engaging. It is full of suspense, wit, laugh-out-loud moments, tears, joy and romance. Get comfy in your favorite reading chair, grab a cup of tea, a box of tissues and hang on for an amazing ride. Susan Stoker’s writing never disappoints. Her words will have you hooked from the beginning of the book until the end. The bad guys are psychotic and their perverse beliefs and actions will give you chills and there is an anxious anticipation that holds you throughout the story. TJ and Milena’s second chance love story is an emotional ride that I truly enjoyed. I enjoyed seeing the growth between them both personally and as a couple. I am completely in love with TJ. He changed so much over the course of the story and his strength, determination, devotion, and love for Milena was easy to see. Their story is a wonderful heartwarming journey.
TJ Rockwell is state-side injured and recovering from an ambush that killed his entire team. He is in pain, depressed, suffering survivors guilt and angry at the world. Milena is the highlight of his recovery in the hospital and he is drawn to her goodness and helpful nature. Having nowhere to go upon his release, she offers him a place to stay. As their relationship deepens and his love for her grows he realizes that he is holding her back and dragging her down. His anger and despair is all-encompassing and he does not want to hurt her so he does the only thing he thinks he can…he leaves in the middle of the night without a word. Regretting his mistake as soon as the door closes, he has no choice but to move forward and get himself straight. He needs to re-evaluate his circumstances and look deep within and find the man he wants to be. Hitting his lowest low but with help of unexpected friends, he is able to turn his life around and becomes a Texas Highway Patrolman. Never getting over Milena when he learns she is in trouble he drops everything and steps in to help. Memories and buried emotions come rushing back and he realizes this is his second chance. He is determined to prove that he is a changed man she can trust and depend on. This time around he is playing for keeps.
Milena Reinhart fell head over heels for TJ and was beyond heartbroken when he left without a word. He had made a huge impact on her life, in more ways than one. She has no choice but to bury her emotions and forge ahead making a new life for herself but never forgets him. When an unexpected situation brings him back into her life she is wary and unsure of the new man he claims to be and scared to let her guard down again because she barely survived the first time he left and if he does it again it will shatter her world. However with the possible danger surrounding her and her family she has no choice but to accept his help. She is determined to keep her distance and shield her heart but the more time she spends with him, the more she notices the changes in him and realizes if she can find her way to trust again, this could be their second chance. Her heart is screaming yes, but her head is holding back. She has a secret that could either shatter their new beginning or make it better than before and with the danger lurking around them all their new beginning could be over before it has a chance to start.
*I received an ARC of this book and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
This story not only has a complex plot filled with multiple sub-plots, it also has a pair of main characters that are complicated, as well as endearing .
TJ and MIlena met at the VA hospital where TJ was sent to recover. An Army Ranger sniper, he became a shell of his former self. after his last mission left him not only injured, but also filled with guilt, self-loath and PTSD. Milena takes him in after his discharge, falls in love and when she least expects it , he disappears.
Three years later they meet again. He is now a Texas Highway Patrolman and when she is in danger, he charges in to rescue her. Trusting TJ again is not easy for Milena but she also has keep secrets of her own.
In addition to their story, the author brings to light the horrors of a pedophile and human trafficking. A reality that sadly, is occurring in our present lives.
This is a story filled with heartbreak, action, suspense evil guys, hunky good guys, and of course romance.
Another great addition to this series. Looking forward to what else this author has in store for us in the next book.
I was gifted a copy of this book. The opinions ere solely my own.
Honestly I did not think Susan Stoker’s books could get any better, but she sure proved me so very wrong. And hopefully others will love this book as much as I did.
Milena Reinhart had not seen TJ “Rock Rockwell in years, he hurt her deeply and she had not fully recovered as of yet.
TJ left the service behind and now is a respected Texas Highway Patrolman, but he never ever forgot the girl he loved and being a man gave her up thinking he was not good enough for her.
Neither believed that they would see each other again. But when a pedophile operation is taken down they see each other again.
He sets his sights on Milena, TJ foes gets a second chance. Both have secrets that could end any relationship they might have before it even starts. When the bad man threatens the one thong that means the world to them both, they will have to trust each other.
All the characters are back also, rounding the story well told, how can one spin such a tale that can keep you entranced for hours.
Susan Stoker wrote such a GREAT book with this one! Erin Mallon did an awesome job narrating this story! She was spot on the entire time and it is so easy with her narration to not get lost while listening.
This is TJ’s (the Highway Patrol officer) story.
In this story, TJ was medically discharged from the Army after a mission went wrong. He came home with a chip on his shoulder and his thinking all messed up. He made a decision and had to deal with that decision. Now, a few years later, he accidentally sees her. Sees the woman (Milena) who has held and still holds his heart.
She has a secret though. She has a B I G secret!! She also has a job with(what turns out to be) some VERY bad guys!
Can TJ handle her secret?? Can he forgive whatever her secret holds?? Can he save the woman he loves from some very bad guys??
This is one of her best books so far! Do yourself a favor and get the book!! It really is THAT GOOD!