Someone knows Jake’s secret.If he doesn’t pay up, everyone will.But no way he’s playing their game……until his blackmailer threatens Tara.Tara fought her way back from scandal once to build a successful career. With her own morning TV show, her life now is almost perfect.Hiding out in a small cabin with Tara was not part of Jake’s plan, but the latest threat includes her, and it’s the only way … threat includes her, and it’s the only way he can protect her.
Tara’s not having any of it. From her view, Jake is arrogant, infuriating, and does nothing but argue with her. If he would only stay out of her fantasies.
When sparks fly, with the blackmailer closing in, Jake’s not sure who’ll take him down first–the blackmailer or Tara.
There’s a good chance both their lives may go up in flames….
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SomeOne’s Decided He’s A Perfect Target To Get “Played,” But He’s Not Playing Along Very Well!
SomeOne’s threaten’n HIM!
Send’n HIM BlackMail Letters…
THAT Hold Private details Inside~ SECRETS!
Stuff THAT should be LONG Dead & Buried…
But this Person IS Resurrecting Secrets try’n to Hurt HIM & those He LOVES!
Including the NEW Gal He just met & wants to Date!
And wouldn’t you know it… She’s gett’n brought into this Drama,
As She’s His Brother’s GirlFriend’s BestFriend… Talk about Trail by Fire!
Is He being “Played” with ALL these Threats,
or Is the Person Serious about their Demands…
Cuz, they keep Changing up this Game!
That’s why it’s HARD to figure OUT the Target & Shut IT DOWN!
Plus, there’s too many unknown threads…
Why… That’s Anyone’s Guess!!
Who… With Sooo MANY Foes it’s HARD to Narrow the Field!
What… Are their Actual Demands!
When… They’re work’n AGAINST the Clock to Figure IT OUT!
And, with Each New Threat the DANGER just grows!
Are they gett’n “Played” for MONEY…
Are they being “Played” with for Revenge…
Only Time will Tell, or We’ll find OUT Once this Game’s “Played” OUT…
I was granted, via B00|{$P®0UT, an ARC of Danielle Pays’ “Played (Dare to Risk – A Romantic Suspense Series Book 3).” I recommend this book to others based upon its own merits. All opinions expressed within this review are uniquely my own & freely given!
Until next time… Happy Reading!
This is a great addition to this series of interconnected standalones. Such a fun ride watching Jake and Tara try to ignore their attraction to each other; until they just can’t. Then it’s a$$ over elbows, head over heels from there. Romance, dual POVs, deliciously-written smexiness, bad guy mystery and drama, and a sweet HEA. Can’t wait to read the next one!
They need to hide out together………………in a very small cabin
I really enjoyed and was pulled into the story of Jake and Tara from the first page to the last. Jake is very protective of Tara and wants to ensure that his issue does not affect her and the only way to do that is to hide out together in a very small cabin in the woods. Well what happens when sparks have already been flying and now you are in an enclosed space together…………..a very big explosion!!!
I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. My opinions are all my own.
This book lives up to its name. It has the seduction, the suspense, the intrigue along with the twist and turns of a wonderful romance.
The chemistry between Jake and Tara is smoldering waiting to burst into flames. Even with both their past haunting them in the present they find a way to move past and open up so they can trust again.
Unfortunately the family secrets are not stay hidden and more are revealed as the the need for revenge is desired.
I’m definitely looking forward to the next book in this series.
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4.5 stars
This is the third book in the series and it can be read as a standalone but the author has included characters from the second book and you should give it a read as well. The supposed sins of the past are coming back to haunt Jake and it is taking everything within him to deal with the repercussions. Fortunately, he has his brother Ryan helping him. Tara is the best friend of Jake’s brother’s girlfriend and she is trying to rebuild her life after a scandal. When Jake and Tara meet, the verbal sparring attests to the way they are fighting the tension between them. When it looks as if things are coming together, the author throws in a surprising twist that the reader will not see coming. Enveloping storyline from the beginning will have any reader taking a ride as he or she tries to decipher who is behind the threats and how far will the person go to get his/her due? I received an advance copy of this book and all opinions are my own.
I really enjoyed reading Played. It was full of suspense, twist and turns, stalkers, close calls, romance and true love.
Tara and Jake have chemistry that will melt your kindle. The tension between them in the beginning is thick. When a threat to both of them tosses them together their “hate” for each other turns into to so much more. Jake and Tara have to face their fears caused by past relationships while also facing their current fears caused by stalkers and threats.
Their journey isn’t easy or always beautiful but with the help of others they get through the hardships, get rid of their stalker and finally get their HEA!
Highly Recommend
This was a fun read. There was an instant attraction full of steam and heat between Tara and Jake. Danger and guilt surrounded Jake, keeping him from wanting more in his life. Tara had made her mistakes and tried to move beyond them. Their interactions together were amusing, touching, and steamy, making this an interesting and enjoyable story. I have enjoyed the series and this story.
I received a copy of this story through Enticing Journey Book Promotions, and this is my unsolicited review.
OMG!!! This book was utterly amazing! I happened to read the book before this one, and was hooked. Jake and Tara’s story sure didn’t disappoint. You get your steamy love story, but the suspenseful twists and turns are what I loved the best. I had no fingernails left by the end. You definitely won’t be able to put this book down.
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This is an easy read with plenty of chemistry with the well developed characters. I like how smooth the storyline flowed.
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book as it had characters from the previous book and tells us Jake and Tara’s story. Jake is being threatened by an unknown person. His house has been burned down and his store burglarized. When Jake and Tara meet, verbal sparring goes on amid them dealing with a fiery, combustible sexual connection. A rollercoaster of a ride takes place as Jake and his brother, Ryan try to determine who is behind the threats to Jake and now Tara. I was so engrossed in the book and determining who was after Jake that I couldn’t stop reading until the very end. I highly recommend this book along with the others in this series. This book was given to me as an ARC from the author in return for my honest review
This is the 3rd book in this amazing series, and is Jake and Tara’s story. When Jake is being blackmailed by his past, he ends up putting Tara is danger as well.
This was a well written flawless story which is intriguing, emotional, romantic, steamy, and with twists and suspense throughout. I was enthralled throughout this addictive page turner, and recommend for all readers.
This is book three in the Dare to Risk series. Meet Jake, he has a secret, someone knows what it is and is going to expose it unless……he does what they say. Tara is a woman who has been through scandal and come out the other side. She has her life back in order until Jake walks into it and turns it upside down. These two characters clash as much as they are drawn to one another. The chemistry is so hot and sweet. Another great story in the series that contains everything you need from the great characters, suspense, secrets and steaminess. Enjoy!
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A captivating read from beginning to end! An exciting storyline that leaves you breathless wanting more! Sexy steam filled chemistry! Emotionally heartfelt, enjoyable and fun! One heck of a twisted, intense rollercoaster ride! An amazing must read!
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Third book in the Dare to Risk series and it is a riveting and engaging read! It is well written, well developed, and a wild ride with drama, suspense, secrets, danger, and twists and turns. This book grabbed my attention from the first page and held my interest throughout. The characters are likeable; the chemistry between them is off the charts. Definitely recommended!
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This is a standalone, but there are characters and back-story from Pursued that will help you understand this book a little better. Jake is being threatened/blackmailed over something from his past – an incident when he was 15 – and Tara’s been threatened now since they were seen together at a charity function. They’re hiding out at Ryan’s cabin in the mountains. There is absolutely explosive chemistry between Jake and Tara, even more than there was between Ryan and Katie in the last book. As much as they don’t want anything to do with each other, they can’t keep from innuendo and touching. So many twists and turns in this story – every time you think everyone is safe, there’s another bomb dropped. I thought the last book was terrific – this one is even better!
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I was glued to my kindle from the very beginning with the well written storyline and well developed characters! As each and every page was turned I felt like Tara and Jake jumped from the pages and pulled me right into their story as it effortlessly unfolded!
Glued. Glued from the very beginning!! Holy cow!!!!!!!
Jake has been dealing with guilt since he was a teenager. He never let anyone get close to him outside of his family until he met Tara. Now he is being threatened by someone from his past who could possibly bring to light what happened years ago when he was a teenager. But the closer he gets to Tara the worse the threats become towards them and his brother. Jake will do what it takes to protect the people close to him even if he gets hurt in the process.
This series is phenomenal!! Danielle Pays has a way of keeping you guessing while on the edge of your seat and I can’t wait to see what she does next.
I didn’t think Danielle Pays could write a book better than Pursued, but she has with her new book Played which is absolutely OUTSTANDING! Played is Jake and Tara’s story. The novel is intriguing, suspenseful, romantic, steamy, and full of unexpected twists and turns. The love story between Jake and Tara is wonderful. The theme of family is threaded throughout the book. Danielle Pays has published a well written and fast paced novel. I was consumed by this book from the first to the last page. I strongly recommend purchasing this book as well as the other books in Dare to Risk series!
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This was my first book by Daielle Pays and it was such an awesome book! It hooked me from the beginning and I could’t put it down! I loved the chemistry between Jake and Tara. It’s a well written and interesting story line, the characters are engaging with great chemistry and their interactions kept me interested through out the book. This is a fast paced love story that will keep you on the edge of your seat and is a must read for any fan of Danielle Pays! I will definitely be reading more form this author!!!
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Wonderful addition to the Dare to Risk Series. It has suspense, intrigue, and romance. Jake and Tara have great chemistry. They have both overcome situations in the past and are stronger for it. Love the book and Love the Series.