He spent ten years in prison, framed for killing his best friend—my brother. They hid me, but now I’m back… been paroled.
He wants me.
Time has made him sexy as sin.
I shouldn’t want him. But I do.
There’s a reason Beckett never told the truth.
And the past is still trying to destroy us.
”Kiss of Redemption” is the first installment of the “Together We Stand” series. It’s an epic journey of one family’s struggle of forgiveness, hope, and new beginnings amidst dangerous situations. Each story intertwines and focuses on a new sibling trying to find their Happily Ever After.
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Kiss of Redemption is book one of Maggie Cole’s new series Together We Stand and it’s to die for! She has seriously taken us to greater depths with this one. This story takes us on a riveting and emotional journey with Beckett and Mia. Beckett has been in jail for the past 10 years convicted of a crime he didn’t do. Mia has been away for 10 years but has return to Anna Maria island for the parole hearing of the man who she was told killed her brother. Beckett. Beckett realizes Mia is alive and knows that she is in danger. this story takes us on the ride with them through the ups and downs the danger an emotional turmoil within them. Is the heaviness of everything that has gone on too much for them to stay together and to make it through for their happily ever after? Read the book you won’t regret it!
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Beckett Brooks has been in prison for 10 years for killing his best friend. Finally, he is granted parole but during his hearing he comes face-to-face with the one person that he thought was killed on that awful night, Mia, his best friends sister. When Beckett is released from prison he makes his way home to Anna Maria Island and Mia.
The Brooks Family is happy to have their family back together again after 10 years. The only problem is that Beckett is still in danger from the real person that killed his best friend and tried to kill Mia. Now with the help of his family Beckett must bring redemption and justice for his best friend, himself and most importantly Mia. After 10 years apart, Beckett and Mia discover that they are madly in love with each other and will stop at nothing to protect their family and gain the happy ever after the deserve.
Get ready to be on island time as author Maggie Cole takes you on a new adventure with the sexy Brooks family! Welcome to Anna Maria Island, Florida, where the weather is as steamy as the characters! Beckett and Mia are drawn to each other like moths to a flame despite the mountain of obstacles in their path. You absolutely won’t want to put down their story!
We are off to the races with the new series by Maggie Cole. I loved Beckett and Mia, their story is complicated, heart tugging, you will feel like you are right there going through all of this with them. There’s that one moment when you aren’t sure you are seeing the one person you thought was lost to you forever until she speaks and then you know for sure she’s real.
Beckett and Mia’s story is all kinds of complicated, he’s a criminal, but deep down she knows he couldn’t do what he was accused of doing, not ever, but he won’t come clean at least not to her, he’s hiding something from her and others. There is danger lurking around every corner, twist and turns you won’t see coming and these two will have to fight together for what they want. Absolutely loved this book and all of Beckett’s family they stick together and have each other’s back. I can’t wait for Ryland’s book. I found this book on BookSprout.
Redemption-
Being saved from sin or evil
Redemption-
Gaining (or regaining) something in exchange for clearing a debt
This Path to Redemption? Revenge
The sin committed may be a perceived one, however the redemption remains 100% valid when loved ones are protected.
Beckett’s life changes from one of Florida sunshine as a carefree high school student whose days are filled with his best friend and his friend’s sister to one of the darkness of jail for a crime he did not commit.
Keeping quiet and accepting blame for murdering his friend protects his family from death, or worse.
When he is up for parole 10 years later, light enters his life in the form of Mia.
His best friend’s sister who everyone was lead to believe was also murdered that night. She startles him by not only being at the hearing but by saying he should be released.
Sparked by memories of feeling cared about and protected by Beckett she has believed over the years in his innocence.
Beckett leaves jail vowing revenge, but more importantly, Protection.
Protection for his family and the Beautiful Perfection which is Mia.
Will seeking protection and revenge gain redemption?
Will Beckett and Mia be given the opportunity to have their hearts joined together in love?
Read book one of the new Together We Stand series to find the answer.
Maggie Coke takes a new turn with this series – opening a sea of possibilities and intrigue.
Beckett’s and Mia’s story in “Kiss of Redemption” is a stand alone. The intrigue which is woven between these and other characters flows into the next book, “Sins of Justice”
You are in for a true delight as you begin your journey reading this new series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Kiss of Redemption is the first book in Maggie Cole’s newest series, Together We Stand. Beckett Brooks is released from prison for a murder he did not commit. Beckett and others think Mia was dead, but she was sent away after the murder of her brother. Beckett and Mia reconnect after a decade of pain and isolation.
I was hooked immediately. Maggie Cole has a way of drawing me deep into the story. I love a good redemption story, and this book is certainly a favorite of mine. Maggie takes the reader on a journey of suspense, crime, addiction, forgiveness, and loyalty. In this book we are introduced to the Brooks family. The love and loyalty of this family is evident. I absolutely enjoyed reading Kiss of Redemption, and I am looking forward to the next installment of this series. Kudos to Maggie Cole!
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Maggie Cole has taken a turn, and is leading us down a twisty, angsty, and steam filled path getting to know Beckett and Mia as the introductory couple in the Together We Stand series.
Mia returning to her hometown after a decade hidden away. Beckett earning his freedom after serving time for a crime he didn’t commit. These two souls, who originally were star crossed, meet on a leveled playing field.
I thoroughly enjoyed the suspense and these characters. I cannot wait to read the next book in this series. Maggie has hooked me!
Wow! This story had me at the edge of me seat and gripping my kindle all day! I could not put it down. Maggie Cole has gone to the next level in this series!!! This is book one of the Together We Stand series and it’s like a big bonfire party! Beckett goes to jail for 10 years for a crime he didn’t commit and thinks Mia is dead. Mia knows in her heart Beckett couldn’t have committed this crime but Beckett never denies it…..so she tries to come to terms with him being the bad guy! Will Beckett and Mia be together forever or is there too much keeping them apart? How many other family members will get involved in this web of crime, danger and lies. Who can you trust and who has something to hide? Maggie takes you through twists and turns and the plot keeps thickening instead of getting thinner…..this book is packed with suspense, action and romance!! I can’t wait for book two to be released!
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This is the first book of Maggie Cole’s newest series, Together We Stand. Being a Maggie Cole fan, I was very excited to read this story and I wasn’t disappointed. I was hooked from the very beginning and couldn’t put the book down. What’s not to love about a man who went down for a crime he didn’t commit, but didn’t let that change his moral character. And then you have Mia, who has always believed in her heart that Beckett was innocent. Her memories told her the truth. But the saga doesn’t end with this book. There is so much more to come!
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Beckett, a young, full of life teenager, was sent away to prison for the murder of his best friend. He spent ten years behind bars mourning the loss of his friend and his friend’s younger sister, Mia, who supposedly died that night as well. Coming eligible for parole, Beckett was surprised to find Mia at his hearing, alive and well. With his release, Beckett set out to not only find vengeance for the murderer of his friend, but vowing to protect and love Mia. Together they weather the storm of true crime and romance. You will laugh, cry, and hold on tightly to the rollercoaster that is the story of a man and woman finding redemption.
I’ll put you first and love you and protect you the best I can.”
Mia’s brother is murdered and his best friend Beckett goes to prison for the murder. Mia remembers Beckett telling her to get down. If he tried to save her, could he be guilty of murder? Maggie Cole writes a novel of steamy romance and redemption. The novel is full of exciting moments including gangs, corruption, and addiction which will make you yell out loud!. Who can you trust? Loyalty to family and a beautiful Florida Island are the backdrop as the reader uncovers more and more intrigue surrounding Clay’s death. Do you believe in second chances? get this read- you will be glad you did!