Former Navy SEAL Commander Jack Bishop thought he was done with the government shenanigans that cost him part of his mobility. So when he’s presented with a new case thanks to the Bone Frog division of the Department of Homeland Security, he’s less than enthused, until he learns that Navy SEAL families are in danger. But there’s a more personal connection. Somehow his best-friend’s widow is … is involved and no matter how hard he has to fight his need for her, he has to be there to help her out. He has no desire to rejoin any part of the government, but there are lives at risk, as well as a personal connection he can’t ignore.
Andrea Winters knows that something hinky is going on in her high traffic coffee shop. As a former Navy SEAL wife, she knows something feels off. She reports her feelings to a man she thinks she can trust, and suddenly she’s running for her life. Is there a conspiracy afoot? Or is she just overreacting to a strange set of circumstances? Things begin to turn around when Jack Bishop returns, looking even more handsome than he did years before. In spite of his scarred, inscrutable exterior, she still sees glimmers of the man she thought at one time would help her rebuild her life after her husband—his best friend— was killed.
Will he help her understand what’s going on now? Or just confuse her further with his hungry looks and even more demanding hands… more importantly, will he stay this time?
They’re in a race against time to save lives, and possibly hearts…
SILVER SEALS
SEAL Strong (Silver SEALs Prequel) Cat Johnson
SEAL Love’s Legacy (Silver SEALs Book 1) Sharon Hamilton
SEAL Together (Silver SEALs Book 2) Maryann Jordan
SEAL of Fortune (Silver SEALs Book 3) Becky McGraw
SEAL in Charge (Silver SEALs Book 4) Donna Michaels
SEAL in a Storm (Silver SEALs Book 5) KaLyn Cooper
SEAL Forever (Silver SEALs Book 6) Kris Michaels
SEAL Out of Water (Silver SEALs Book 7) Abbie Zanders
Sign, SEAL and Deliver (Silver SEALs Book 8) Geri Foster
SEAL Hard (Silver SEALs Book 9) J.M. Madden
SEAL Undercover (Silver SEALs Book 10) Desiree Holt
SEAL for Hire (Silver SEALs Book 11) Trish Loye
SEAL at Sunrise (Silver SEALs Book 12) Caitlyn O’Leary
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J. M.Madden writes a great story that captures you from beginning to end. Do not ness this one.
Jack Bishop was on vacation, he hoped a permanent one. But Silas Branson from the Bone Frog division of the Department of Homeland Security dangles a case in front of him he can’t refuse. This one is personal. Someone is after his best friend and teammate’s widow.
Andrea Winters owns a coffee shop where she uncovers a sick plot against Americans but she isn’t quite sure what that plot is. She overhears bits of words but not the complete plot. She contacts someone in the CIA but he ends up dead and she is now on the run. Desperate she calls the only other man that she can trust to protect her, a man who was there for her when she needed him most and then he walked away. He won’t cross the brotherhood line again.
This is a story of heroes both big and small. It is also about second chances and putting ghosts to rest. The story is fast paced and full of evil intent as the terrorist plot unfolds. The story isn’t without some sadness but the story and characters are very realistic. Ms. Madden writes stories about wounded veterans and Jack is no different having been badly injured in a mission that killed his best friend who was married to Andrea. This is the type of story that I have come to expect from Ms. Madden and I have never been disappointed. I very much enjoyed seeing Andrea step up and be a heroine, she is just as badass as Jack is. I love that one of the heroes is only 13 years old and he stood up to protect others. What’s not to love? And if that’s not enough there is also a lovable pitbull named Goose in the story which made me think of the movie “Top Gun”.
Excellent Military Romance and Much More
This started out with angst and anticipation, kept that tempo throughout. Loved the history between the characters and that Andrea is a very independent and courageous woman. She didn’t need Jack, but she wanted him. Jack was (sigh) so honorable and protective, total alpha package with flaws and all. They had the chemistry, and waiting for that to explode was just as good as the terrorist plot that was also about to explode.
What they accomplished together in this read was nothing short of amazing and had me on the edge of my seat.
A high action romance that keeps you turning the pages.
A very fast paced read that ends with an HEA, and a deep breath sigh of Whew!
J.M. Madden delivered an amazing addition to the Silver SEALs world! Couldn’t put it down!
Intense and thrilling action from start to finish. Jack and Andrea both are strong characters and compliment each other. Working through past lives and issues are struggles that can make you a stronger person. Another one of J.M. Madden’s books where sleep can wait until you get to the end.
What do you get when you mix a second chance romance and an awesome suspenseful story? You get Seal Hard, and you will not be able to put it down! J M Madden has written a tangled plot that ends in a happily ever after. You will love the characters. Andrea is a sharp lady with the insight that came to being married to a Seal. Jack was his best friend, and he works with Bone Frog division after his retirement from the Seals. He can’t help but step in to help the woman that he has always had protective feelings for. Jack and Andrea find themselves in a wicked plot, but of course they fix it with some help from their friends. They have a hard time but exploring the feelings that they have had for years. Seal Hard is gripping and sexy. You won’t be sorry that you flew through this book.
As soon as Seal Hard downloaded to my Kindle I stopped everything and delved right in. Madden did not disappoint. This book is full of action, mystery, terrorists, attractions and heart-wrenching emotions. I am really enjoying this series and so glad that J.M. Madden is one of the contributors.
Young or old, a SEAL will never back down. Their families commit as much as they do, marriages struggle and children suffer without a parent. It’s a tough and noble life. When terrorists take advantage of SEALs on a mission it becomes personal for all of those still at home. Jack and Andrea, former SEAL and SEAL widow, catch word of such activity and must save those involved. Of course, they have a complicated connection which keeps things interesting. Really enjoyed the intensity and excitement these two experience. Definitely a heart thumping read. I received an advanced copy, my review was voluntarily written.
Jack has a chance to have the love of his life if he can get past her dead husband was his best friend and a Navy Seal. But there marriage was over a long time ago, but they stayed together for the kids. When Andrea witnessed something she shouldn’t have she’s on the terrorists radar. Jack comes to the rescue. But when Navy Seals kids are kidnapped I thought I would cry. Lots of action, betrayal by one of their own and death. hea.
As always JM Madden has written a book that you can’t put down. An action packed romance. SEAL Hard is about Jack Bishop former Navy SEAL who is on vacation. But when he gets a call about his best friends former wife, he drops everything for her. Secretly in love with Andrea, Jack will do anything to protect her.
Andrea has lived the Navy SEAL wife role. She now has her own business l since her husband got killed in action. Her kids are both out of her house and she’s content. But while she’s in her shop one day she overhears something that makes her mind go on alert.
Her first instinct is to call Jack but she calls someone else instead. But once things go awry, Jack find her and together they bring down the bad guys.
Once these two put away the older feelings and new ones manifest, there is no stopping these two from falling in love.
Enjoyable
Unputdownable
Action Packed
Happily ever after.
Highly recommended.
SEAL Hard blew me away with it’s intense story line! From the first page through to the end, the momentum never let up and I didn’t want to stop – I had to know what happened next – so I didn’t! lol
I adored how Jack was so devoted to Andrea, and the depth of his loyalty, respect, honor, and protection was for her (and the family). He was willing to do anything and everything to protect Andrea. And even though he needed some “permission” or “encouragement” to know he could fully embrace what he was feeling, he totally had that awesome alpha vibe.
Andrea was, for me, almost the perfect mix of strong and vulnerable – as she needed to be as a SEAL wife, and then getting her new hea in a former SEAL. She didn’t back off from doing the right thing, and she pushed through whatever was tossed at her. She was the perfect match to Jack.
Then the suspense plot line – holy cow! Twisted, heavy, harsh, and anxiety-ridden, it kept perfect pace with the hea story line and provided the nudges needed for Jack and Andrea to get on the same page.
I definitely want to check out more books by JM Madden after this! Amazing!
Oh my – Jack looks like a real gruff and unapproachable guy based on the cover but in reading the story, there definitely appears to be a softer side to him – especially in regards to Andrea. But he feels guilty that he has feelings for her since she was the wife of his now deceased best friend. As a result, he’s been trying to avoid her.
Andrea has had to build a life for herself and her kids since the death of her husband. She’s owns a coffee shop and lives in the apartment above it. When she overhears a conversation that is disturbing, she’s not sure who to contact. Since Jack has been distancing himself, she calls a CIA agent instead.
When things start to escalate and her life becomes in danger, she calls Jack. I was on the edge of my seat while reading this book with all the twists and turns. Add to that interactions between Jack and Andrea and you won’t be able to put the book down until you get to the end.
Wish i could give more than 5 stars.
Well written, emotional, full of suspense.
Andrea and Jack pull you in and keep you going threw out the book. You wont be able to put it down. I really really enjoyed yest another amazing book by JM Madden.
They jusy keep coming. Go check out the amazing Lost and Found Series too
One of the things I really love about these books is how the Commanders asked to handle things are always doing something really relaxing when they get the call. I almost feel sorry for them.
In this book we meet Andrea Winters, she is the widow of a SEAL who now owns a coffee shop in a college town. When she overhears something ‘hinky’ she does some cleaning up of the tables near the guy and later calls one of the people she knows can take care of the situation. This doesn’t end well.
Jack is called in when CIA Agent Roger Mann is found in a dumpster behind Andrea’s shop, and there is no sign of her anywhere. It’s Jack who knows where she might go, her husband was his best friend and they were all more like family than just friends. When she calls him from the road, he confirms where she’s headed and rushes to join her.
Things heat up almost right away in the form of an attack at the beach house. More information from the captured attackers and a quick move to another location. With the help of another Bone Frog, they start piecing together what the possible plan could be. It’s devastating.
As they face the almost impossible, Andrea comes to the realization that she wants a relationship with Jack. Jack is more than a little reluctant but time will tell.
Scary, emotional, heartrending, with hold your breath action, tears and a simmer to sizzle romance. Do not miss this book!
I *love* “SEAL Hard!” (Be warned, however, that the plot can be difficult at times due to the subject matter, but I think it was handled with caring and the seriousness it deserves.) There were many times that I wasn’t sure just what would happen next, and I sat up WAY past my bedtime, dying to know how things would turn out.
Jack Bishop is such a big, burly, wounded bear, he hurts my heart, I love him so much. All he’s been through, physically and emotionally… the man deserves his HEA, and I’d happy knife the jerks who try to keep him from it! And I love Andrea, too. She’s definitely a strong Navy SEAL wife. One of the best lines in the book is this:
“Navy SEALs are bad*ss, but Navy SEAL widows are terrifying in their strength.”
Jack is a wise man, to not only recognize her strength, but he never, ever underestimates Andrea Winters. It’s a strong man who recognizes when he’s weak and celebrates the strengths of others.
My second favorite line is Andrea’s:
“Come home with me, old man. Let’s see what kind of trouble we can get into.”
These characters are really great together. They’ve been there for each other as friends for years, and they’re even better as lovers. I can honestly say “SEAL Hard” is one of my favorite summer reads of 2019.
5 Stars
This book will have your heart pounding from start to finish! Andrea and Jack have a history that I so well conveyed throughout this story, including all the familiarities as well as discomfort that would be expected between them. The suspense and action does not stop throughout this story and you will not be able to put it down until you have reached the end. You will feel as though you are right there alongside the characters experiencing every triumph and tragedy just as they do. This book is hands down one of the most intense and emotional military romance books I have read in a very long time. Another amazing story from Ms. Madden!
Cara – Alphas Do It Better Book Blog
An overheard conversation in her coffee shop brings military widow Andrea into a dangerous situation. Forced to run, she calls the one person she knows can and will help her. Jack has spent years avoiding his feelings for Andrea, his best friend’s widow. But when she calls, he races to her side. What follows is non-stop action; a terrorist plot, kidnappings, rescues, a brave young boy and a goofy dog named Goose. Oh, can’t forget what happens with Jack and Andrea! Will Jack finally overcome his guilt or will he miss his chance again? Read and find out!
One of the things I’ve noticed when reading a book from the Silver SEALs collection is that I get so caught up in the story that I lose all sense of time. Before I realize it I am almost at the end. I don’t want that to happen because the story is just that good. SEAL Hard was no exception. Andrea Winters is one strong, smart woman who knew what she wanted…Jack Bishop. She goes after him with singular focus after waiting for him for five years. Now Jack just have to get with the program and not let a misguided sense of loyalty keep him from the woman he’s been in love with for almost 30 years. These two together are formidable and their work on a mission is, at times, white knuckle, edge of your seat action that keep you turning the page.
High octane action!
Oh My Word – author J.M. Madden has written a high octane thriller! The book starts off with a mystery and then goes full throttle! Andrea is a force to be reckoned with and Jack…holy hotness!
Andrea is not a wallflower and when she figures out what’s going on in her coffee shop all hell breaks loose. Jack has loved her for years and he’ll move heaven and earth to protect her.
I read this book cover to cover without stopping. There were parts where I cried, the emotional content was top notch! It’ll pull you in and make you not want to put it down (or pizza, or your family will starve).
If I could give this book a 10 star review, I would!
Buy it. Read it. Review it. Tell your friends that they need to buy it too!
This book will have your heart pounding from start to finish! Andrea and Jack have a history that I so well conveyed throughout this story, including all the familiarities as well as discomfort that would be expected between them. The suspense and action does not stop throughout this story and you will not be able to put it down until you have reached the end. You will feel as though you are right there alongside the characters experiencing every triumph and tragedy just as they do. This book is hands down one of the most intense and emotional military romance books I have read in a very long time. Another amazing story from Ms. Madden!