As a Special Forces operative, Aaron Spears treated relationships like Tangos. He’d seen the wreckage of his Task Force brothers’ attempts and had no desire to put any woman through the hardship. He had one purpose – serve his country and protect his teammates. Then Celine Latimer walked into his life and turned his world upside down.Celine Latimer thought she’d hit the jackpot when hunky SF … hunky SF operative Aaron Spears asked her to accompany him to the high-profile wedding of Senator Cotter’s daughter. They’d get to spend two weeks together while Aaron pulled guard duty for Caroline Cotter and Celine intended to use every spare minute, seducing the man she’d had a crush on for over a year.
The time and place proved to be more of a barrier than either of them realized. With his commander watching his every move, Aaron couldn’t afford to show any weakness. That meant ignoring Celine.
Rejected and hurt, Celine packed to leave only to be caught in a kidnapping plot against the Senator. Here she sat, in a hut in the Middle East, waiting on a rescue that may never come.
He’d sworn to protect and he’d failed. Now Aaron lived for one purpose- to rescue the woman he lost before she’s sold into slavery and spend the rest of his life making her see how much he loves her.
This book was previously published as a novella Aaron’s Honor and has been expanded into a full length manuscript
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This novella continues a storyline that began in another book – The Omega Team: Ethan’s Promise (Men of Mercy Book 7). You do not need to have read it to read this book, but I highly suggest that you do read it first. It will help this story make more sense, plus it was a good quick read. This novella ends with a cliffhanger. There is violence and hot steamy sex so definitely 18+.
Aaron Spears is part of Task Force Scorpion (Men of Mercy series). He takes part in a “babysitting” job to guard a Senator’s daughter for her wedding. He has been attracted to Celine Latimer. So when they needed an additional woman on the assignment, he suggested she be the bride’s stylist. The job of protecting the Senator’s daughter didn’t go as planned, and a mortal enemy of the Task Force kidnaps both the Senator’s daughter and Celine.
Now Aaron and the Task Force are searching in Afghanistan for the two women. Will they find the women? And if they do will Aaron and Celine take a chance on each other and finally give in to their passion? There are plenty of twists and turns in this storyline to keep you reading. As usual, things are not what as what they appeared or as was expected.
I really enjoyed this novella even though it ended with a cliffhanger, so I have to wait to see how it is resolved. I’m looking forward to reading more of the Men of Mercy books! I’m hooked on this series.
I love this series. These men are dedicated, honorable and love their woman totally. This chapter continues after the abduction of Caroline and Celine. It’s action packed, tense, and a complete page turner. The additional words that Ms. Cross has added in this version is totally worth it. You want to reach out and strangle the bad guy and it’s quite the journey to do that. If you have never read Ms. Cross before, you will love her!
I received this advanced reader’s copy in exchange for an honest review.
Ravished River by Lindsay Cross
Men of Mercy #4.6
Aaron and Celine connected in the previous book of this series, they had a falling out and then she was kidnapped before Aaron could apologize. This book starts in Afghanistan with Aaron and his team looking for Celine and Caroline who were kidnapped from Caroline’s wedding. The women spend a horrendous couple of weeks in captivity while Aaron spends his time castigating himself for what has happened. Eventually things improve and we hear what happens to Celine but are left in the dark about Caroline. Fodder for more in the series as there are more men to find their HEA’s 😉
This book was easy to read with action, adventure and a happy ending for the two stars of the story. Aaron is a great book boyfriend and Celine was not a shrinking violet – they make a good couple and I enjoyed reading their story. There is no resolution yet for Mr. J and Caroline is still a captive when the book ends.
*I received a copy of this novella in exchange for my honest review.”
You can never go wrong with a story by Ms. Cross.
One of the things I love about this author is that she gives us alphas full of imperfections and strong women. This one is no different.
The story belongs to Special Forces operative, Aaron Spears and Celine Latimer.
Aaron has been a loner , dedicating his life to his country . Having seen his parents relationship, he’s vowed to not get involved with anyone. That was until one night with Celine Latimer. The woman who has been kidnapped and taken to the Middle East. The woman he feels responsible for and fears he’ll be the one to blame if she is killed.
Will Aaron and his Team be able to rescue her? And if they do, will he and Celine have a second chance?
Another winner in the series.
I was entrusted a copy of this book. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
I volunteered to read and review an advanced readers copy of Ravished River .
I also read it in the Love Under Seige Anthology . I must say this is a fantastic story . It’s pulse pounding , action packed , suspenseful and intriguing . I love Celine and Aaron and their relationship and chemistry . I love the group of characters from the series . This is well written an a fantastic read . Sexy alpha military men , action , suspense,and romance with a happy ending you couldn’t ask for more .
I highly recommend reading this story and the entire series.
Ravished River by the ever talented Lindsay Cross is a story with a whole lot of danger, intrigue, suspense, action and definitely some passion. These characters are strong vulnerable and all around lovable. This is a fast paced story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. A really well written story that will have you turning the pages as fast as you can.
Aaron Spears a Special Forces Operative is on a mission with his team searching for a kidnapped senators daughter Caroline and her stylist Celine Latimer. Aaron is feeling guilty because he couldn’t keep Celine safe. After all she was only there because he got her the job.
Will his team find the women before any harm comes to them? I read Ravished River in the Love Under Siege anthology.