Bodyguard. Escort. Bad boy. I didn’t come from the wrong side of the tracks. I was the wrong side. Every cliché you could think of, my family embraced. The only advantage I had was being the best looking out of all my brothers. Except when I joined the Marines, looks didn’t count for shit downrange. I wasn’t active duty anymore, and working for the best personal security firm in the business, my … working for the best personal security firm in the business, my looks were getting me in more trouble than they were worth. I just didn’t realize how much trouble until a princess from a country I’d never heard of asked for me by name. Her request was simple—me, my gun, four days and five parties. But she recklessly failed to mention one crucial part of the assignment… pretend to be her new fiancé.
Now she was about to find out how reckless a bodyguard could be.
*RECKLESS is the third standalone book in the Alpha Bodyguard Series.
The Alpha Bodyguard Series
SCANDALOUS – Tank’s story
MERCILESS – Collins’s story
RECKLESS – Tyler’s story
RUTHLESS – Sawyer’s story
FEARLESS – Ty’s story
CALLOUS – Preston’s story
RELENTLESS – Thomas’s story
SHAMELESS – Shade’s story
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Tyler’s job as a bodyguard has gotten infinitely harder since that video went viral on social media. A bodyguard is supposed to blend in and his face has been seen all over. However, that video is exactly why Sophia came to Luna and Associates. Her life has always been controlled, orderly and devoid of personal connections. Now the letters that keep showing up have thrown her life and emotions into a tailspin. Tyler lays eyes on Sophia and it is game over. He will do whatever it takes to keep her safe and hold onto her till the breath leaves his body. Will Tyler find the man behind the letters before its too late?
Sybil Bartel is a goddess! Her stories are intense, sexy and consuming! I read Reckless in a matter of hours and one sitting. Tyler has been a secondary character in the last two books of this series, good looking and easy going. He had no reason to settle down, he simply wanted to buy his mom and house and keep his brothers out of his hair. Sophia’s existence is so lonely before she meets Tyler. Her isolation might have been self imposed but I can totally understand her reasons. When these two meet, it is simply mesmerizing. I loved every minute of my time with Sophia and Tyler! I hope and pray that Ms Bartel will have mercy on us and write about Tyler’s brothers once she finishes the Alpha Bodyguard series. 6 stars for Reckless and the amazing Sybil Bartel!
Tyler’s story is the third book in the Alpha Bodyguard series by this author although it didn’t catch me as much as the first two books in the series, I still enjoyed this book. This book is straight into the insta lust, it also heads straight into the suspense of the story as well.
Tyler is a bodyguard. Strong, hard, and straight to the point, Tyler does his job well. He can is like a human lie detector. He knows Calandra is lying, he just can’t work out what about. I love the way Tyler loves his mother. It’s actually really cute to see the bad boy all soft over his mumma.
Calandra is a princess and she is in a little bit of trouble, and that is why she seeks the help of the security firm that Tyler works for. She is quite straight laced, and stiff. I would have liked for her to soften out a little but I guess being a princess makes that hard when you have to act a certain way.
This book would not be a book written by this author if it didn’t have the heated steamy bits. And this book brings them… Holy hotness does it ever. The characters certainly know how to melt my kindle. The story flows well and does keep you intrigued. I can’t wait for the next instalment!
This is Tyler’s book at long last. He has been one of my favorites since we first met him in the Uncompromising Series. He gets a new assignment when a princess asks for him by name. Calandra needs a bodyguard, but she is not very forthcoming about the reason she needs someone to attend a couple of events with her. Tyler and André (Tyler’s boss) both know she isn’t telling them the truth, but Tyler has an instant attraction to her and takes the assignment anyway. This story is pretty much insta-love, but I don’t mind that. I really enjoyed their story, it has all the action and suspense I’m used to from this author with cameos from some of our past favorites. Overall a very good read.
I’d been waiting anxiously for this book to release. I’ve loved all the books in this series. I really loved this one. Tyler gets a mention in some of the other books and I always wondered if he’d get his own story. As a security guard, he is often employed to protect the rich and famous and this case is no different. Calandra is more than just rich, she’s a real life princess of a tiny island. Living in the US because the lifestyle on the island is not for her, someone is threatening her. She hires Tyler because she saw a video of him with another client and she liked how he acted and how he looked. Tyler isn’t one for relationships, but something happens when he meet Calandra. She’s secretive at first until he pushes her for information, and then the race is on, to protect her, with things escalating. Many of this authors characters from previous books make an appearance. I loved this, and seeing Tyler fall so hard. I couldn’t put the book down.
This story was like the perfect recipe that’s blows your mind and makes you crave more. It starts off with love at first sight, then you add in a ton of testosterone, throw in some major protectiveness, loads of lust, mix in some action and amazing friends and family, add in a dash of humor, a pinch of innocence, and you just can’t stop the excitement that you feel as you read this truly fabulous book. You just can’t get enough!
I have been waiting for Tyler’s story for awhile now and I knew Sybil would bring us another spectacular as she always does. I am beyond excited Tyler got his story and truly amazed at how perfect even though completely opposite his match was, that’s she fit him like a glove! This story was everything I hoped it would be and so much more!
One little video posted on the internet has turned Damien Tyler’s life upside down, and at times made it tough to carry out the duties of his job. But, it is also the very same video that has brought Calandra, his gorgeous new client, into his life, and for once he thinks that video might just be a blessing in disguise. She is downright sinful delicious, and he wants a little taste!
Calandra is hiring him to accompany her to a few upcoming social events she is attending, and while the job sounds easy enough, Tyler know’s the Princess is holding back some of the finer details. Something isn’t setting right with him about the job, so he pressures her to fess up about why she really needs him by her side. When she begins to clue him in on his expected duties, he soon realizes he may just have gotten himself into a real mess! Or maybe a perfect little arrangement!
Reckless was everything I thought it would be, and so much more, it came with Ms. Bartel’s trademark sexiness and high octane action, but every now and then there were tender moments too, which were unexpected, but greatly appreciated. Damien Tyler isn’t your typical alpha, don’t get me wrong he can be bossy as all get out, but there is a genuine good-natured side to him that really shines through and hits you right in the heart. I loved his story so much, him and his damsel in distress brought action, heat, and drama to the pages and kept me completely enthralled from start to finish! This is my first read in the Alpha Bodyguard series, and I have to say I couldn’t have started with a better man. Now of course after meeting his counterparts I must get my hands on their stories, and get up close and personal with each of them too! Highly recommend this one, it’s a can’t miss story loaded with heart and heat… lots and lots of heat!!
We all waited very impatiently for Tyler’s story and it did not disappoint. He was not what I expected him to be, somehow, he was MORE! It doesn’t seem to matter how deep we fall into love with these stories, there’s always oceans more to go. Sybil delivers dominance and love eloquently and flawlessly. She will forever be top shelf!
Loved Tyler and Calandra! I was excited to see Tyler’s story after his video fiasco. The author didn’t disappoint. Calandra is a princess but even though she’s poised like royalty she doesn’t really go around telling people she’s a princess. Just the right amount of romance and action. I loved seeing some of the older characters help out Tyler.
After reading a little bit of Tyler in Sybil’s books, I knew he would be awesome. A little to himself, maybe a little shy. But, after reading his story, Tyler is not any of the above! He’s definitely alpha. The way he handles himself and Princess Calandra. It’s love at first sight…at least for him. Princess Calandra is a little more reserve.
Sybil writes the best alphas. I finish her books in one sitting. Usually within a few hours. Tyler’s story will make you laugh and make you mad. You will definitely be shocked by the outcome!
Reckless is an action packed romance from beginning to end. There’s never a dull moment so I can promise you will not be bored for one minute while reading this book. If your a fan of love at first sight, fast paced whirlwind romances this is for you. With a princess in distress an alpha hero a mysterious villain and sexual tension it’s a perfect modern day fairy tale for adults.
There are a few things that might take away from the HEA for some readers number one being insta-love. I’m not apposed to love at first site but when the entire book takes place in less than 2 days and there’s talk of forever I usually have a hard time believing in the “Ever After” part of the happy ending. And I do wish there was a little more to go on but for the short time Calandra and Tyler are together you can see they’re a perfect pair for each other.
I devoured this story. It’s a really quick read and left me wanting to go read the others in this series immediately. Sybil Bartel knows how to write a page turner for the action loving readers like myself.
Reckless by Sybil Bartel racks up another 5 star read from me! That’s 3 in a row for her Alpha Bodyguard series. But since I have been waiting FOREVER for Tyler’s story & had really high hopes, that is saying a lot. She definitely gave me even more than I hoped for making this my favorite in the series so far. I mean royalty?! Yes please! I did not see that coming but since Tyler has always been so sweet & obviously just a really good down to his bones guy he deserves his Princess. We all know Sybil’s men treat all their women like they are one already. So it was time for an honest to god Princess to come along & show one of these guys how love at first sight really works. This whole story was so well thought out & really kept my attention from page one. I could not put it down. The action, suspense & all the twists & turns were amazing. But what really had me was the chemistry between these two. It was instant & intense but not over the top. You really believed that two normal people out there in the world could feel the way these two feel for each other. They both have their doubts but they can’t resist each other. The intimate scenes were so powerful I could barely breathe though a couple of them. The book on a whole was just amazing & I couldn’t be more thrilled that this character we have all loved for so long finally has his HEA & she’s a good one! Thank you Sybil for treating our Damien with all the love he deserves!
My Favorite Quote:
“It was like I was living with the lights turned off, then you smiled at my and there wasn’t just light, but air. Air filling my lungs in a way I never imagined was possible.”
Check out my review on my blog & watch out for my next piece which will be a discussion about Sybil’s Alpha Bodyguard series so far.
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Reckless is Tyler and Princess Calandra’s story. I got such a kick out of Tyler in the book Scandalous. He’s now famous due to the Paparazzi video taping him with actress Audrina when she was high as a kite. Tyler was forced to pretend rowing a boat to calm her down as he tried to get her safely to the car and away from the paps.
That embarrassing moment caught on tape is the reason Princes Calandra choose Tyler to protect her from a stalker. The problem is she can’t tell him the true reason for his protection but Tyler isn’t fooled. He knows something more is going on.
This was another great addition to the Team. I say that because with each book, the author brings back past heroes into the new stories. These men are all allies to each other. They are pure male, military trained and so Alpha that these men check off all the boxes.
That does not mean you can’t read any of these books as standalone. The author does a good job of not spoiling previous stories with each new book.
If you want some alpha deliciousness, Sybil Bartel is the queen of writing these Alpha males.
Finally….!!!!! I feel like I’ve been waiting forever for his story and now that the wait is finally over Sybil never disappoints.
Damian Hennessy Tyler, the pretty boy *had me at the blue eyes and dark hair* and Calandra Paradis the Princess, shy and proper had me loving their story. Although, I felt like it was to short (because I wished it could have been longer) I enjoyed this book. The chemistry was off the charts hot, the storyline and ending was to die for…!
Tyler’s Swoon worthy and alpha ways had me loving him even more, with his Reckless ways. Loved this book. Sybil I can’t wait to read Sawyers story.
Tyler and Calandra’s story manages to be fairly light despite being a romantic suspense featuring angsty bodyguards and centering around a stalker! Don’t get me wrong–there’s plenty of drama and page-turning intrigue–but the two develop an amusing banter from the start, and that keeps things lighter overall.
Tyler is a nice-guy-family-man alpha and Calandra’s an art-loving laid-back princess, and they just work well together. Reckless is adorable and action-filled instalust at its finest with some signature Sybil Bartel characters crossovers thrown in to really build out a dimensional world.
This book is four stars rather than five for me because of some annoying comments about Tyler needing to be the man, and for me there’s a fine line between an awesomely alpha guy that also likes a kick-ass woman and one that’s trying to relegate her to “woman things.”
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.