Book #3 in the thrilling, award-winning Shatterproof Bond series.Life takes a darker turn for Sam and Declan…Pulled into a world of secrets and lies for the man he loves, Declan Ramsay’s life has changed immeasurably in the eight months since meeting, and falling for his boss’s son, Sam Aiken. Declan journey of personal discovery is about to take a darker turn, and for Sam, the world becomes … discovery is about to take a darker turn, and for Sam, the world becomes more treacherous than he could ever have imagined.
Two agents are missing — presumed dead, while on a reconnaissance mission at an outdoor adventure centre in the Scottish Highlands. Sir James Aiken sends his son and Declan to follow the trail, and discover the fate of the agents.
As the mission offers his first chance to use the skills he learned on the MI6 training course in Morocco, Declan is keen to get started. However, Sir James sees to it that the seeds of doubt and discord have been sewn between the couple, as they begin their mission.
The journey to their Highland location, and the discoveries they make when they reach the G’wan Adventures centre, prove that Sir James Aiken has been less than honest with his son. Events in the Highlands force Sam and Declan to face their greatest fears, and understand what they both really want from life — and from each other.
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This is book threeof the Shatterproof Bonds series and man I didn’t believe this could get more twisted or even better.
As Declan is thrown deeper into his new life and thinks he is gonna like this change, James tosses more obstacles and plants more seeds of doubt causing him to wonder more and more about his relationship with Sam. They are sent on a mission to find some missing agents and find more than they bargained for.
OMG! I sat on the edge of my seat and screamed out lout at the near end. I just knew this was going to be a cliff hanger, but it was not (for those of you that truly dislike cliffhangers rest assured there is a conclusion for this adventure.)
This story just gets better and more twisted. When you think you have things figured out… nope. I just love these two guys and the father that makes you want to smack him around.
Again I do suggest the audio book because the accents just add to the entire ambiance.
If you haven’t yet experienced the wonderful writing of Isobel Starling, the Shatterproof Bond series is a great place to start. Ms. Starling is an incredibly talented writer, and in addition to the intriguing and creative story, I guarantee you‘ve never met a couple quite like Sam and Declan! These two have amazing chemistry, and when you add in the mystery and the drama, it’s a guaranteed great time.
For me, the only thing that could make me enjoy it more? When I’ve got the sensual, sweet, and sexy sounds of Gary Furlong’s voice purring in my ear! Isobel Starling, read by Gary Furlong… it doesn’t get any better than this.
Return to Zero takes full advantage of Mr. Furlong’s talent with accents and voices. I’m always impressed by Furlong’s skill, but when Sam and Declan go undercover his performace blew me away! Moving within conversations between our heros, as well as their undercover counterparts, and using four completely different accents… Well, he is simply spectacular.
In Return to Zero Sam and Declan face some unique and trying challenges to their relationship. The men realize they have to open up and show they can trust each other before they can move forward – both as lovers and as partners. We also get some more history about both men, information about their lives which prove very interesting indeed.
The mystery portion of the Shatterproof Bond story continues to deepen (and we get even more details of Sir James’ dastardly behavior). Looking forward to the next episode of this series, I have no doubt I’m going to enjoy whatever Isobel Starling has planned.
Return to Zero is the third book in the Shatterproof Bond series by Isobel Starling. Still have the banter, heat and love between Sam and Declan, but this title does go in more Dark. Lots of mystery, manipulation, doubts, action, and twists. Cant wait for next installment.
I received an advanced reader’s copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving my honest review and recommendation
Next chapter of Sam and Declan’s spy adventure continues. While Sam is happy to live a somewhat ordinary life, Declan is chomping at the bit. He is ready for his life to begin – the adrenaline, the chase and the possible danger a new case can present… But all is quiet. He feels as if he is being kept in the dark with secrets between him and Sam. When he thinks that finally he is in the know, Sam’s father drops a small tidbit that makes him doubt himself and Sam’s feelings.
Both men are at odds, they need to breathe and figure out how to go on from there. They manage to hash it out in the wilds of Scotland. I loved the picturesque descriptions of landscapes, how Sam and Declan talked it out and finally made up. The case of missing agents and a suspicious team building camp bring them face to face with one person that Sam thought was gone. He is dangerous, vicious and unhinged. Sam has no choice but to tell Declan all. His story finally shines the light on what Sam has gone through while trying to get his father’s approval. My heart hurt for Sam. But Declan is there to reassure him that all will be well. But when they are outmaneuvered, Declan has no choice but to call in the cavalry and hope he gets to Sam in time.
I loved their sojourn in the wilderness, their knowledge and expertise about everything that concerned camping. There was humor, passionate moments as well as desperation when it didn’t look too good for Sam. I loved how it all led to Sam’s rescue. Sam’s father is a difficult character to figure out. Even though he orchestrated the whole debacle, it seemed that there was a kernel of concern for Sam in the end. I do hope there is a heart beating in his chest after all.