Caite McCallan is a Department of Defense admin working in Bahrain when a glitchy elevator, of all things, leads to an unexpected invitation to dinner by a gorgeous Navy SEAL. When he later stands her up, Caite’s understandably upset…until she overhears a plot that confirms Rocco didn’t blow her off. Instead, he and two fellow SEALs are in danger—and Caite is forced to put her career and her life … life on the line to save them.
Blake “Rocco” Wise never expected his routine mission to go sideways, but he was even more surprised to find himself and his teammates rescued by the adorably shy woman he met in a stalled elevator. Caite’s selfless act saved his life, but when attempts on her own make it clear someone wants her gone, it’s Rocco’s turn to protect the brave, sweet, sexy woman. The longer he knows her, the more he wants her…but keeping Caite close could bring her nearer to the enemy than ever before.
** Securing Caite is the 1st book in the SEAL of Protection: Legacy Series. Each book is a stand-alone, with no cliffhanger endings.
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Securing love and blind trust
With this new series, you are on the go from the first word. Deals do a lot of dangerous jobs that keep us safe and free from terrorists and whatever happens against our country and to the ones they love.
In this Caite is a young woman who wants to be assertive, outgoing, and be in control of her life. She’s working for the government in a foreign country and stays pretty much in her apartment or at work. Where she meets Rocco, a deal who is in the country on assignment. Once meeting on an elevator that breaks down, these two sparks fly and danger comes and tries to end one or both of them.
This series comes after the Seals of Protection series ended and has them popping in to help. Susan Stoker is bringing a new batch of hunky Seals with their feisty women to life in new situations that will have you wanting more. Can’t wait for the next Seal of Protection: Legacy 2, Securing Sidney
Steamy!
The first book in this new series is Caite and Rocco. They have an unusual meeting and continue to have some road blocks thrown in their way. Of course they get their HEA,! Excited to see the rest of the team get their stories.
I cannot begin to express how excited I am to get the newest SEAL book from Susan Stoker! It was tough to say “see you later” to Wolf and his team, but don’t worry, we get to see some do the boys, their women and camaraderie in the introduction to the new, intense, talented SEAL team. Rocco, Gumby and Ace cross paths with Caite in Bahrain and as usual things don’t go as planned. Of course we have one kick butt heroine who is strong yet vulnerable and becomes imbedded in the thoughts and heart of our hero, Rocco. As the story heads to the States things become suspenseful, hot and at times downright panty melting! The first book to introduce us to the newest team is more than any fan of Ms. Stoker could’ve wished for…we have that amazing combination of suspense, humor and love we expect AND she has left us with bits and pieces of these new fascinating men so we anxiously await what will follow!
This is book one in the SEAL of Protection: Legacy series and it features Rocco and Caite. She’s inexperienced, scared but brave at the same time. Perfect for Rocco! I’ll never get tired of watching these bad a&& SEALs find their better halves. Rocco is the big bad alpha man but is so tender with Caite. I love his over-protectiveness and her ability to except it. The way she was accepted by the other SEALs brought tears to my eyes.
The story line has fantastic suspense and great flow. The characters this author has in ALL her books are ALWAYS amazing. Every one has a fresh story line that I always look forward to reading.
I was excited to dive into this new series from Susan Stoker! And she had me quickly hooked once I began reading. Caite is a contracted employee working overseas. She’s in a dangerous country, but knows how to keep herself safe. She is a woman who is used to blending in the background and not rocking the boat. She’s surprised when she encounters Rocco and his friends and he seems interested in her. She’s not used to attractive, alpha males paying her attention. But they have instant chemistry and he realizes how special she is. She is also aware their connection is special. But her ability to blend in may just save Rocco’s life. I enjoyed the adrenaline rush and the OMG! she needs to be careful aspect this book has. Caite did a good deed, yet thing didn’t exactly work out to her benefit. But what did work out was the fact that she and Rocco had the ability to see what was between them. She’s a strong woman, but Rocco wants to be there for her. This was a sweet, sexy, heart-pounding read and I can’t wait to read more books from this series!
Even for the most experienced SEAL operator, the unexpected can turn the tables…
We got to know a few men from this team in Protecting Dakota… now Susan Stoker unleashes them with her new adrenaline pumping – Seal of Protection (Legacy) series. First up is SECURING CAITE – Bk 1. Seals are known for bringing their A game and taking the fight to their enemy… what happens when the tables are turned and our hero Rocco, and his team mates are captured and injured? No matter how impossible the odds – they certainly won’t give up without a fight. Even for the most experienced, rescue comes about in a most unexpected, highly unusual way. Who we meet, who will capture our attention, who saves them, in a place that is highly volatile and dangerous, is the one they never expect – that unassuming, quiet person, Caite.
Sit back, devour SECURING CAITE, you’ll be swept up into a storm of intrigue, drama, suspense and an attraction that keeps getting interrupted, as Susan Stoker unleashes the men that make up Seals of Protection into the book world. This series is sure to unfold a boatload of drama, trouble and a whole lot of new romance with new heroes out to not only protect the world at all costs but also the ones the come to care about.
Susan Stoker is one of my all time favourite authors in the Military/Romantic Suspense world. No matter what series, she gifts us with… you are always afforded with a reading treat, you are also certain to catch up with those familiar names, you’ve got to know and love previously, always ready to help when called upon.
If you love page-turning, heart pounding, breath-taking words, Susan Stoker, delivers this for her readers. Looking to start a new series… you will not be disappointed starting with SECURING CAITE. There’s even a teasing hint of what’s to come… Are you ready?
A great start to a new series.
I was really excited to read this new series by Susan Stoker. I wasn’t disappointed as I got laughter, sadness, the typical but not quite over the top aloha seal and intrigue. Caite is in Bahrain working as an assistant to a not so nice boss who reminds her that someone else should of had the job. As a conference gets underway she over heard something in French and glad of her skills wonders who to call Rocco is a seal and is in Bahrain on a mission. He meets Caite in the lift. As a mission goes wrong and unlikely source rescued him and his two team mates. From here it’s a race against time as Caite’s life is put in danger from unknown sources as they try to kill her. With things hitting up, will Rocco and his team find the mole and person doing this before they kill Caite? A great read from start to finish. I loved all of the characters and the story line plus it was great to see some of the older characters that I have come to love. I can’t wait for the next book.
OMGosh! This book was fabulous! I am a huge fan of Stoker’s books. I love the military background and lifestyle, the look into missions and extras she researches and shares, the strong, swoon-worthy alpha males, the steadfast, capable, outstanding women who match them, the turmoil, life and death situations, epic rescues, all the action, camaraderie between the characters, strong bonds, romance and of course, the HEA’s. Securing Caite does not disappoint, it contains all of this and more. This book is a wonderful start to a new series in Stoker’s world, with new SEALS, their destined mates and new adventures. I am looking forward to sharing in their adventures and falling in love with a whole new set of characters. I absolutely adored Rocco and Caite and their unique relationship. It was intriguing from their first meeting and lead to a great HEA. I enjoyed every minute of this story and the fact that we get to meet an entirely new group of guys as well as catch up with the original SEAL teams. This book has a lot of action, drama, wit and banter, funny moments, steamy bits and sweet romance. It was engaging from beginning to end. I am ready and waiting for the next!
*I received an ARC of this book and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
New Release from Susan Stoker!
I absolutely love this story .
Caite McCallan is not your typical damsel in distress .She is brave , brilliant and has a beautiful soul . Blake (Rocco)Wise is a brave , strong Navy seal a true hero . The chemistry and growing relationship between them is perfect . This story is full of intrigue and suspense . It is intense and action packed . It has fantastic characters returning from other series and this new series . I really enjoyed reading Securing Caite . It is very well written and pulls you in and keeps you turning pages . It is wonderful . I highly recommend reading this fabulous book .
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
4 Stars
Securing Caite is the first title in the Seal of Protection: Legacy series. Caite and Rocco’s story is an intriguing, engaging fast paced read. With the action, intrigue and suspense, I’ve come to expect from Ms Stoker, I was captivated from the very first chapter.
Caite and Rocco are endearing, and complex characters that are also quite relatable.
Caite is hard working, intelligent, brave and strong, yet vulnerable.
Rocco is a determined and driven alpha SEAL, who isn’t afraid to go after what his heart desires. He’s protective, sweet and sexy and just what I look for in an alpha hero.
The banter between this pair is witty, fun and flirtatious with a touch of humor.
For those familiar with Susan’s earlier titles you will recognise a few familiar faces within the story line.
I’m quite looking forward to future titles in this series.
Susan Stoker hit all the right spots with Securing Caite. Just the other day I told my husband that I have missed reading military romance books. I could have not enjoyed this story any more than I had. For me, there were two different stories wrapped in one with the main characters, Caite and Rocco. The beginning and the end were just amazing with life over seas, then back in the states.
I love Susan’s heroines. They are not picture perfect. They are perfectly imperfect and helps the reader really relate to them. Caite is my hero with the ways she accomplishes life itself. Rocco is definitely her rock. But there are times he may need a little saving of his own and Caite steps up to the challenge.
The romance was on point where I was swooning and had butterflies. Securing Caite was phenomenal! A definite must read if you love a sexy military romance story with a bit of suspense!
Susan Stoker’s new series is as heart pounding exciting and sweet and romantic as her delectable SEALS of Protection, Delta Force, and Badge of Honor Series! Rocco is a very sexy and desirable hero with great protective instincts, sweetness galore, and is 100% respectful. Caite is a stupendous heroine! Brave, smart, full of surprises, she amazed me.
Securing Caite had lots of romantic times and on the edge of a cliff suspense! Its heart warming and exciting and full blown fantastic! I fell in love with Securing Caite from the beginning and I didn’t want it to end. But now that its over, I am anxious to read the other books featuring Rocco’s team members because they are just as fine as Rocco himself. I am LOVING this new series and can’t wait for the next book.
Securing Caite gets a HEART POUNDING FOUR AND A HALF SEXY STARS!
OMH! 10+ stars for the beginning of this new series! Caite & Rocco have a unique relationship from meeting to HEA, and I loved every second of this story! We get to meet a new team, catch up w/ our original SEAL team, and fall in love with all the new characters.
This story has quite a bit of action, banter & just enough steam to make it a perfect read. I didn’t want to put it down (and wouldn’t’ve if not for Christmas activities needing attention! LOL)!! And we get a tease at the end for the next story in the series, which looks FABULOUS as well!! : )
This is Susan Stoker’s first book in her new Seals Legacy series.
This is Rocco and Caite’s story.
Caite is a contractor for the government in the Middle East. Rocco is a Navy seal. They meet when the elevator they’re on (along with 2 of his teammates), gets stuck. They get through that, and their lives move on. Until Rocco misses his date with her. Totally stood her up. The next day, she overhears how he’s been “captured” and will be killed in a days time. She does the unthinkable…literally. She saves his life, at night, alone.
He gets sent on a mission, she gets sent home, and he has to track her down when he gets back.
Some things start happening around her, but it’s just random happenings…right? Someone couldn’t be out to kill her right??
Wait until you find out how and why Rocco got his nail name…bwahahahaha
Wait until you see the teaser for Gumby…
Wait until you see this ending…
This story will keep you on the edge of your seat!!!!
You can never go wrong with a Susan Stoker book. Spinoff from her Protection series a new team of SEALS to fall in love with!
What can I say about about this introduction to Susan Stoker’s new series starting with Rocco and Caite….super, fabulous, sexy, action packed, family, friends hot Alpha man, strong, courageous woman packed with deliciousness. I think I covered some of what happens in this book. Loved every page. Susan doesn’t have to worry about anyone liking the new SEALS. Grab a copy readers and take a ride on Securing Caite!
4.25 stars–SECURING CAITE is the first instalment in Susan Stoker’s contemporary, adult SEAL of Protection: Legacy military, romance series-a spin off from the author’s original SEAL of Protection series. This is thirty-five year old, US Navy SEAL Blake ‘Rocco’ Wise, and twenty nine year old, administrative assistant Caite McCallan’s story line.
Told from dual third person perspectives (Caite and Rocco) SECURING CAITE follows the building relationship between thirty-five year old, US Navy SEAL Blake ‘Rocco’ Wise, and twenty nine year old, administrative assistant Caite McCallan. While working for the US Navy in Bahrain, Caite would find herself trapped in a malfunctioning elevator with three US Navy SEALs Blake ‘Rocco’ Wise, Decker ‘Gumby’ Kincade, and Beckett ‘Ace’ . With their attraction to one another undeniable, Rocco will invite Caite out for dinner but in the ensuing timeline, Rocco and his men disappear without a trace leaving a saddened Caite to pick up the pieces of her broken heart. Overhearing a plot to kill three imprisoned US SEALs Caite sets about to rescue the man with whom she will fall in love but things go from bad to worse when Caite is fired for leaving the base, and sent back home with no money and no job. What ensues is the building relationship, once back on US soil, between Caite and Rocco, and the potential fall-out as Caite is targeted for information she knows.
Rocco and Caite had no idea that someone was after our story line heroine until too many incidents point to a potential plot. Hoping to uncover the truth about the how and why, Rocco calls in a group of Navy SEALs in an attempt to take down the person responsible, an attempt that may be too little, too late.
The relationship between Caite and Rocco is one of immediate attraction, a palpable sexual attraction that does not go unnoticed by Gumby and Ace. Rocco’s slow seduction of our story line hero is matched by Caite’s need for passion and love. The $ex scenes are passionate but limited.
There is a large ensemble cast of colorful and fascinating secondary and supporting characters from several of the author’s earlier story lines. The requisite evil is someone familiar and close.
SECURING CAITE is a cleverly written and realistic story line. The character driven premise is moving; the characters are flirty and fun; the slow building romance is intimate and tender. SECURING CAITE is an energetic and animated look at Navy SEALs and the women they love.
Securing Caite introduces readers to a new SEAL team and a delightful new heroine in Caite McCallan. An administrative assistant used to being overlooked and invisible, Caite is stunned when getting stuck in an elevator leads to a date with a hot SEAL. When he doesn’t show for the date she’s disappointed- and then she overhears a group of men plotting to kill three injured soldiers. With no one to turn to Caite risks her life to save the men herself. Caite might not think of herself as brave or beautiful, but SEAL leader Blake “Rocco” Wise does- even before she saves him and his teammates from certain death. When it turns out she overheard more than just a murder plot, it’s up to Rocco and his team to protect Caite from an assassin who has everything to lose and blames Caite for it all.
Caite may be my new favorite heroine. She is completely relatable as an average person: average job, average looks, average life, and the below-average self esteem that comes with all of that. She has a jerk for a boss who keeps trying to either get her to quit or find a reason to fire her so his friend can have her job. She’s smart enough not to go wandering around alone in Bahrain (overseas contract jobs pay better when you’re trying to pay off student loans for a French major you loved but have no idea what to do with). She doesn’t make waves and tries hard to get along with everyone enough to keep work from being unpleasant. When she is the only person with information on danger to three soldiers however, she is extraordinary: risking everything to save the men despite being smart enough to be terrified every step of the way. In short, Caite is who most female readers probably see themselves as, and who we hope we’d be in similar situations.
Rocco is a sweet guy and it looks like we’ll be enjoying some delightful new heroes with his friends. The plot isn’t really a mystery since we see things from the main bad guy’s point of view as well, but that allows the suspense to amp up to the exciting finale. How Stoker (Defending Chloe) is able to get out multiple books in multiple series each year while still maintaining a pretty high standard of characters, plot, and style is beyond me- but I’m glad she does. While her keyboard probably sets off smoke detectors from all the typing, it means readers never have to wait too long for the next amazing adventure, no matter the series. And now we are treated to a new addition that has every sign of being just as excellent as the others.
Securing Caite begins a new series but long-time readers will enjoy a few cameos from some of Stoker’s earlier books. As always, this can be read as a stand alone, and guarantees a happy and romantic conclusion and a teaser to get you excited for the next book!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Securing Caite brought me back to everything I loved about Stoker’s earlier books (Protecting Caroline) and I was in love!! You have one alpha male (who isn’t an alpha-hole), his SEAL buddies/brothers, an intelligent woman, and danger. What’s not to enjoy?!
Caite is a very typical girl. She went to college, got a degree, and now owes a crap ton of money. So, in order to pay it back, she accepts a contract position in Bahrain. Girl is WAY braver than me. I would have just told Great Lakes Educational Services they would have to wait to get their money from me! While there working on base, she meet Rocco and sparks fly.
The main plot line of the story involves Caite overhearing something she shouldn’t have. Now, the man responsible is out to eliminate her before his secret is discovered. Its very interesting and the book moves along at a great pace. Woven in with the danger to Caite is the budding relationship between her and Rocco, which is sweet and hot. Stoker tends to write a bit of ‘insta-love’. Now, I love that but I know its not everyone’s favorite. However, let me say that even if that trope kind of bugs you, Stoker does it in a way that is less annoying. Both of them have some strong feelings, but both understand this relationship is moving quickly. They have actual discussions about how they are feeling and its all very adult. If insta-love bothers you, chances are, you won’t be bothered by Stoker’s take on the trope because she normalizes it quite a bit.
Securing Caite kicks off the new Legacy series and I couldn’t be more excited for the rest of the guys to get their HEAs. I’m also VERY excited about the next book because the heroine is saving dogs!!!! Now that is my kind of heroine!
5 Stars
I cannot begin to express how excited I am to get the newest SEAL book from Susan Stoker! It was tough to say “see you later” to Wolf and his team, but don’t worry, we get to see some do the boys, their women and camaraderie in the introduction to the new, intense, talented SEAL team. Rocco, Gumby and Ace cross paths with Caite in Bahrain and as usual things don’t go as planned. Of course we have one kick butt heroine who is strong yet vulnerable and becomes imbedded in the thoughts and heart of our hero, Rocco. As the story heads to the States things become suspenseful, hot and at times downright panty melting! The first book to introduce us to the newest team is more than any fan of Ms. Stoker could’ve wished for…we have that amazing combination of suspense, humor and love we expect AND she has left us with bits and pieces of these new fascinating men so we anxiously await what will follow!
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