Only Eli, a wounded ex-Navy man, is ruthless enough to protect Mia from someone lurking in her past who has plans to destroy them.Doctor Mia Crawford moved to Crescent Cove, Maine to escape an abusive–and now jailed–ex-boyfriend and forget what happened one night on a dark beach in Mexico. She settles into the peaceful coastal community, psyched to be close to her brother, Flint, who runs … Flint, who runs Viper Force. An added incentive is Flint’s new employee, Eli Bradley, a man who asked her out eight months ago when she couldn’t ever imagine dating again. When someone stalks her, she turns to Eli.
Eli never forgot Flint’s younger sister, Mia. Sure, she shot him down, but they now live in the same town and she says she’s open to more. Things soon heat up between them, and she offers a future he never thought he’d have. When someone breaks into her house while she’s sleeping and writes #1 on her bedroom mirror, he’ll stop at nothing to eliminate this threat. A kidnapping attempt is followed by #2 painted on her front door, and he fears it’s only a matter of time until Strike 3.
No way in hell will he let anything happen to Mia. But her past overshadows the present–and a shocking revelation puts her in the sights of a murderer. It’ll take Eli’s considerable military skills and the MacGyver tricks he’s picked up at Viper Force to keep the woman he’s falling for safe.
The Crescent Cove Romantic Suspense Series have no cliffhangers or cheating. They offer twisty, heart-stopping suspense, steamy, on-the-page heat, and a guaranteed happily ever after.
Ruthless, Book 2 in the Crescent Cove Romantic Suspense Series is standalone, though you might enjoy the books even more if you read them in order. Fearless, Book 1, is on Amazon.
Ruthless is 89,000 words.
Also look for the first two books in my Crescent Cove Contemporary Romance Series, Some Like it Scot and Simply Irresistible.
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He’s “Ruthless” When He Solves Problems!
She was “Ruthless” when Shut HIM Down without giv’n Him a Chance…
But Now they Share a Town…
And He’s Hopeful for a Second-Chance to get Started on a Promising RoMANce!
But… There’s a Threat lurking in the Shadows,
And it’s muck’n things Up!
Sooo He’s Gonna have to be “Ruthless” as a Protector to keep Her SAFE!
Lucky for HER… He’s got just the SkillSet She NEEDS,
And He’s “Ruthless” Enough to go see the job through!
I was granted, via B00|{$P®0UT, an ARC of Marlie May’s “Ruthless: A Crescent Cove Romantic Suspense (Viper Force Book 2).” I recommend this book to others based upon its own recommendations. All opinions expressed within this review are uniquely my own & freely given!
Until next time… Happy Reading!
RUTHLESS is the second book in the Viper Force series. Each will stand on its own, but, as always, I recommend reading a series completely and in the order of release.
This suspense kept me on the edge of my seat from the first death until…
Between murders, kidnappings, fantastic dates, and Bond-esque visits to the Viper Force warehouse, this is non-stop tour-de-force! There are plenty of clues, but they could point to any of the possible suspects.
The desire has been on a slow simmer for over eight months before their story began in this book, so finally being together has the romance and lust boiling over.
I love the way that Eli works so hard to allow Mia to build her confidence. His respect for her is endearing to us as the reader, but at times gives her the wrong signals as she wants him to make “the move.” It’s cute.
Marlie May continues to be one of my favorite contemporary authors. I squeal when I see that a new book is offered from her!
Note: While I received this book as a gifted ARC, my opinions are my own and are given freely.
This an intriguing, suspenseful and romantic story. When Mia realizes that she is being stalked, she turns to the one man she knows can help. Eli is part of Mia’s brother Flint’s Viper Force Security company, and someone who been thinking about her for several months. Helping Mia figure out who is terrorizing her gives Eli and Mia a chance to get to know each other, and face the sizzling attraction between them. When you think you figured out who the bad guy is, the clues point to someone else. It’ll keep you guessing until the end.
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I just loved this book. It was so well-written that it captured my mind and I was dragged along for the ride. Once I started reading I could not put it down until I read the last page.
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A thrilling, action-packed romantic suspense! Amazing storyline, well developed characters, off the charts chemistry and steamy moments kept me glued to my e-reader from start to finish! I highly recommend it!
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Ruthless has a great romance, a mystery that keeps you guessing and tons of action. There are lots of clues for the reader to pursue and plenty of suspense and romance. I highly recommend this book!
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This is a very good romantic suspense story and it is a very captivating one at that. The carcass of the story is very well written, the attention to detail is good.
The main characters Mia and Eli have the most amazing chemistry, so if you like romance, suspense, intrigue and everything in between, this is the one for you!
Mia has escaped an abusive relationship, her ex is in jail, finds a dying man on the beach in Mexico, is threatened not to tell any one by a Mexican police officer. Want more intrigue, will that comes when she returns home. She calls in Eli who works with her brother and he takes measures to try and protect her.
She and Eli are becoming closer the time they are together. Will she find out whose threatening her? Will Eli and Mia get their chance of a HEA??
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Mia has found herself in a state. She is being threatened and is not sure who it could be. In comes in Eli, her brothers friend and employee/teammate. Together they need to unravel the mystery before Mia runs out of time. These two are in a race against time and have a chemistry that will not back down.
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Mia is a doctor and went to Mexico on a work trip that ended up being more than she thought it would be. She thought by coming home that she left the drama behind but it seems like someone it set on making her life hell. First she gets slaughtered fish dumped on her car, then someone breaks into her house. She turns to Eli for help since her brother is out of the state. Eli used to be in the military and is just starting to work for Mia’s brother’s security company. When she calls him in the middle of the night upset about someone in her house he wastes no time getting there. However the police find nothing to show that anyone had been in her place. Is it someone from Mexico or her ex that is causing all of her problems? Will Eli be able to keep her safe?
This is an amazing story that’ll have you on the edge of your seat while you try to figure out what’s going on/ The chemistry between them is off the charts hot. This is a well written and very entertaining story. I would recommend this book to any book lover.
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This is the 5th book I’ve read written by Marlie May; she has done a great job at writing a good book; I can’t wait to read more of her books.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I loved the chemistry between the characters.
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Oh my wow, the page turning events that led these 2 to meet and finally get together is quite the rollercoaster. The protectiveness comes out when Mia is finally ready somewhat to tread the dating waters again but with Eli at such the time when she starts getting threats and almost kidnapped. Finally at least they receive the HEA after such a rough ride.
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Solid 4.5 star,
This is packed with action, sexual tension, some good laughs, twists and secrets which might get Mia killed before she and Eli work out where things are heading for them. You definitely want to get comfy for this book as I didn’t move until after I got the end as I needed to know who was actually after Mia and if she and Eli were going to make it not just with each other but also alive. I can not wait for the next book in the series as both so far have been great!
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Mia has been through a lot ,her ex is in jail for abusing her.
Eli was medically dischared due to a leg injury. He always liked Mia but never acted on it, almost get embarrassed around her He thought she turned him down not knowing her violent past . Mia has a stalker trying to kill her Eli will do everything to stop it.
Yes we have HEA after so many twists and turns keeping me on the edge.
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This book, if at all possible, is even better than the first one!! I’m crazy in love with these books and these characters. Eli is PERFECT. I can’t even begin to tell you how many times he made me swoon. A romantic, good looking man who cooks and sings Disney? Yes please. I can’t wait for more in this series!!
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**I voluntarily reviewed and Advanced Reader Copy of this book through Book Sprout.*** Loved watching how Eli & Mia’s relationship developed. Add in the various threats and this book keeps you guessing and wondering how they will ever find a way out much less to their happiness.
Had me wanting more and the characters are wonderful. I have read stories like this and love them. The author is new to me. The cover art is wonderful.
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Doctor Mia Crawford is starting her life over in Crescent Cove, Maine after an abusive relationship. Eli Bradley is a new employee for Viper Force ran by Mia’s brother, Flint. Eli asked Mia out eight months ago but it was too soon. Now she’s ready to start dating Eli. Someone start to stalk her and she turns to Eli for help.He’ll do anything to protect her. I really enjoyed this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. This is a romantic suspense story and it is a good one. This is a well written story. I loved the characters. I think you will love this one, if you like romantic suspense this is a good one for you. I will be reading more of Marlie May’s books, this one is the first one of hers I have read.
I Loved the second book in the series just as much as the first one it’s full of chemistry and twists and turns with suspense thrown in just to keep us entertained. Characters are well developed and engaging and of course the writing is great making for a smooth read.
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I loved this! It grabbed me from the first page, kept me til the last and enthralled me in between. Well worth your time to read it.