Getting too close could end their friendship… for one lifetime, thanks. Getting left at the altar will do that to a woman.
Being apart could end their lives…
Logan’s reputation is more than a little exaggerated, and he’s never cared. Until Grace. She’s worth risking his heart again, if he can convince the brave, independent woman he’s not the playboy he seems. Right now she needs a friend…and a protector. Someone has already targeted them both—twice. Logan suspects he gained an enemy for his part in his boss’s recent failed business deal. But until he’s sure, he’s keeping Grace close. Achingly, torturously close… And when things turn deadly, he’ll lay everything on the line to make her his.
Author note: This book is part of a series but can be read as a stand-alone.
Books in the Sin City Series
First Surrender, #1
Sensual Surrender, #2
Sweetest Surrender, #3
Dangerous
Surrender, #4
Deadly Surrender, #5
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So happy to get back to Serafina…
All the action, suspense, and hotness any reader could ever want in this thrilling story.
Grace and Logan have been friends for a long time, although he wants more she was burned before so it’s all about biding time. How can this alpha male make her see he wants forever? Well, first things first they have a mystery to solve when someone is trying to kill them. And we get some old characters to help out along the way which is always awesome!
This is the fifth book in the Serafina series. It is a friends to lovers romance between Logan, who works in security, and Grace, who is a school counselor. Logan and Grace tiptoe around each other because neither thinks they are into each other and just want to be friends. They find themselves in a fight for their lives and falling for each other. Action-packed and hot read!
Hot and wild….non-stop action and thrilling romance. Totally unputdownable. The story flows perfectly and is thrilling with well developed characters and some fantastic secondary characters too. Has lots of action, drama, suspense, chemistry, and romance which took this story to another level. Absolutely loved it. Bring on the next book please!! Happy reading everyone!!
3.5stars
What are you supposed to do when you meet the man who left you at the altar on your night out? You let your best male friend pretend to be your boyfriend and then have with him a wild night. That is exactly what Grace and she runs the next day because she doesn’t think that Logan will want a relationship with her. She doesn’t know that Logan is hoping and patiently waiting for Grace to be his but how will he persuade her that he wants her for the long haul? He comes with the plan, and Grace once again becomes the fake girlfriend, but when someone shoots of them everything changes. And Logan is determined to find the shooter and make Grace his forever.
I volunteered to review an ARC of this book for NetGalley,
The fifth book in The Serafina: Sin City, Deadly Surrender is an engaging romantic suspense. Logan and Grace are great character and along with the secondary characters make for an exciting, compelling read.
I have read all the stories in the Sin City series and we finally are gifted with Logan and Grace’s story. Yay! Logan, twin brother to Roman (remember Roman, Lol), finally after being friends with Grace, decides that he is going to let her know how he feels. Well, it sort of backfired, in a way. Suffice it to say, after believing they were moving forward, they went back a step. All I can say is that Grace, though protecting her heart, acted a bit foolish. I mean you have the hots for the guy, go for it. Logan was too good of a guy for her. I have to say I didn’t like that part of the story, and it did drag on for a bit. But as per Reus’s style, action, suspense, hot lovemaking, makes for a great story. Filled with some of our past Sin City characters made for an enjoyable read. 3.5 stars.
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This was a huge yay for me, I loved being back in Sin City and finally getting Logan and Grace’s story which was action-packed and seriously steamy. This was a great addition to a favorite series.
Another great addition to the Serafina: Sin City Series! This is Grace and Logan’s story and it packed a punch. As with the other books in this series, it can be read as a standalone but is much more enjoyable if the series is read in order. If you like romantic suspense with mystery and intrigue and steamy chemistry between the characters, you’ll love this author’s work. Another winner from Katie. I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC for NetGalley.
Deadly Surrender is a romantic suspense novel by Katie Reus. It has a friends to lovers storyline with an underlying threat plot line providing the suspense element that acts as the catalyst that brings the hero and heroine together. Grace and Logan met when she moved to Las Vegas after being left standing at the altar. Logan was part of the group of friends that ‘adopted’ her and was attracted to Grace right from the start even though he knew he’d have to play the long game and wait for her to get over the pain of being jilted. While Grace does like him he does have a reputation as a player making her wary of being hurt again but also she’s afraid of losing his friendship if something was to happen between them. When an incident happens on his job that has deadly repercussions for Grace, Logan doesn’t hesitate to make his move.
The romantic suspense genre is one of my favourites and while at first I wasn’t too sure about the friends to lovers element – I usually prefer more discord between the characters before they reach their happily ever after –it worked for me in this book. The characters were comfortable with each other so despite the fact that they were both hiding the depths of their feelings from the other. The plot did feel slightly rushed at the end with who the villain was coming a little out of left field. Perhaps if there was more of a build up to who it was and more explanation of his rationale behind it. As it was it just seemed a lot happened ‘off screen’ so to speak which the reader learns about third party and just left me feeling a little disappointed even though I did ultimately enjoy this book but that was more down to how the author writes rather than the plot
While this is the fifth book in the Serafina Casino Sin City series it can easily be read as a standalone without spoiling your enjoyment of any of the other books in the series.
Amazing series.
This is another amazing read from this talented author. It was a perfect mix of suspense and romance. Logan and Grace were wonderful characters. I loved their story. I hope that there are more books in this amazing series because I can’t wait to read them.
Deadly Surrender by Katie Reus is book 5 in The Serafina: Sin City Series. This is the story of Logan MacNeil and Grace Foster. I haven’t yet read the previous book, so for me this was a standalone book.
Grace was left at the alter by her ex fiancé, Kevin. Grace decided to start a new life near her friends in Las Vegas. Logan knew that Grace was going to be his but he had to wait for her after her breakup. So he waited along with become her friend. Logan started to act on his desire for Grace and the sparks flew between them, but danger also became a constant threat. Enjoyed their story.
I enjoyed the friends-to-lovers story between Grace and Logan. They had great chemistry and I loved their flirty banter.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a complimentary copy from NetGalley.
Grace and Logan are best friends, but could they be more? Logan pretends to be Grace’s boyfriend when they run into her ex, then Logan gets Grace to pretend to be his girlfriend when his parents visit. The true test comes when they have to spend extended time together when someone tries to kill one or both of them. They have to figure out their true feelings and whose behind the attempts on their lives.
This is a great read and has action and suspense that keeps your interest from beginning to end.
DEADLY SURRENDER is the fifth instalment in Katie Reus’ contemporary, adult THE SERAFINA: SIN CITY erotic, romantic suspense series. This is security specialist Logan MacNeil, and school guidance counselor Grace Foster. DEADLY SURRENDER can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.
Told from dual third person perspectives (Logan and Grace) DEADLY SURRENDER follows the friends to lovers relationship between security specialist Logan MacNeil, and school guidance counselor Grace Foster. Months earlier Grace Foster was heart broken when she found herself left at the altar. Starting over in Los Vegas, Grace will be introduced to security specialist Logan MacNeil, a man whose reputation as a ladies’ man is difficult for Grace to overcome but when her ex-fiancé arrives in Vegas with his new wife, Logan steps up in defence of our story line heroine. Meanwhile one of Logan’s last assignments has quite possibly followed him home, targeting our couple as they run for their lives. What ensues is the building romance and relationship between Grace and Logan, and the potential fall-out when, at every attempt to secure safety, is met with an attempt on their lives.
The relationship between Grace and Logan is a friends to lovers that continues to build while on the run but Grace battles between head and heart fearing losing her best friend if their romance crashes and burns. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.
There is a large ensemble cast of colorful and energetic secondary and supporting characters including Graces ex fiancé Kevin. We are reintroduced to Logan’s twin brother Roman and his significant other Taylor (Dangerous Surrender 4), Angel and Vadim (Sweetest Surrender 3), Sierra and Hayden (First Surrender).
DEADLY SURRENDER is a story of betrayal and revenge, friendship and love. The premise is captivating and engaging; the romance is seductive and hot; the characters are determined and charismatic. DEADLY SURRENDER is a welcome return to the Serafina: Sin City.
Deadly Surrender is a return to Katie Reus’ The Seraphina: Sin City Series. Tis is a series that I enjoyed but was not expecting to have more books. So this was a very cheery surprise for these “sheltering-in-place” times. Logan and Grace would probably be safer if they had been able to do that too. The suspense is high with the ambiguity of who is in the crosshairs.
Grace and Logan have the same set of friends and have known each other for a while. Their attraction is strong but not exactly instant. This is good I prefer the characters know each other than instant hook-ups. Logan is ready but Grace is wary. BUT first they must survive the danger and stop the source of it.
An excellent addition to the series but also a stand-alone. Deadly Surrender is a thrilling book that you can jump in, knowing that the villain will be caught and true love will win out, romantic suspense at its best.
4.5 Stars
An ARC of the book was given to me by the publisher through Net Galley which I voluntarily chose to read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Grace came to Las Vegas after her fiancée left at the altar. She wanted to start fresh and leave the past behind. Here she has friends who will support her. This is just what Grace needs! Logan MacNeil is glad to have her here but he wants to be more than her buddy. He hopes that he can have a serious relationship but I don’t think either imagined that their time together would be spent trying to stay alive. Can they escape this vengeful killer? Katie Reus kept me on the edge of my seat as Grace and Logan try to survive. They can’t catch a break as their adversary is relentless. I had to sigh at how protective Logan is. What a hero! Grace feels safe with him but I liked that she was strong in her own way. I was glad they had friends and coworkers at the Serafina Hotel to help them. I was glad to revisit Sin City. It’s been way to long. This book was the perfect escape. I loved the nonstop action and the passionate romance. I needed a HEA.
I received a copy of this book which I voluntarily read and reviewed.
4 Stars
This was a good read. It had just enough action and steam in it to keep my attention but wasn’t over the top in any way. I liked the characters and storyline – the hero was swoon-worthy. Sexy and sweet! The pacing was great and I didn’t feel like it had any stalling moments where I’d lose interest.
Deadly Surrender can be read as a standalone, I personally haven’t read any of the previous books and I had no issues following along. I do wish I had read them though, the other couples who I’m guessing were the stars of the first four books seem quite interesting and I wish I had known/started this series before. I’ve always been a big fan of standalone series about a close-knit group of friends. Next time I’m in the mood for some hot j/p men, I’ll be checking out the beginning of this series for sure!
This one packed a punch with a good flow. Grace and Logan are giving us a good one to follow with heat and danger as this unfolds. Trust will have to be earned with drama nipping at the heels. Finding the answers will be what keeps us close at hand. I do not often read friends to lovers but this one roped me in. It is good also that this can be read as a stand alone.
DEADLY SURRENDER Book 5 in The Serafina Sin City Series By Katie Reus can be seen as a standalone book in this well loved series. This is Logan MacNeil and Grace Foster’s story.
What’s great about them is they are already friends and have secret crushes on one another. Which is my favorite trope – friends to lovers. And boy, do Grace and Logan have a great friendship but Grace doesn’t want to risk losing her friendship with Logan if he doesn’t feel the same about her.
Grace has just gotten out of a bad relationship and has moved to Vegas. She is trying to find herself after the dumpster fire that is her past. She really likes Logan but sees too much of her ex in him (playboy antics). What she doesn’t realize is that’s not true and she does not know the man behind the sexy mask he presents. During this, Grace’s life is in jeopardy. It’s a race against the clock, trying to find out who wants her dead and trying to prevent that.
I loved the chemistry that smoulders between Grace and Logan. The plot is Awesome!! The cast of characters made this story pop hawt! I enjoyed the emotions that just rolled out- angst, passion, feels, drama, suspense, intrigue, twists, turns , romance, heat, and love. Great addition to a wonderful series.
My Rating: 4.5 stars ********
Deadly Surrender…Sin City Series Katie Reus
A night with friends in Las Vegas, having a chance to dress’ to the nines.’
Unexpected to see her ex fiancé with his wife there. Logan her best friend came to the rescue, his remark to Kevin surprised Grace. Could he want what he is saying, they have just been friends. He had a past as a playboy, and he knew she was leery of even dating. Hopeful she start feeling like she deserved a guy like Logan. Good story of friends to wanting more. Liked how Logan helped give her confidence, and he was in for the long haul with her.
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