Amber James can be yours for a price. Or that’s what she tells people. Her job is to weave a fantasy that makes you spend money. And she’s really good at her job…mostly. Until she meets a hardened Detective, whose sole purpose in life is to make sure she doesn’t succeed at her goals. It’s a race against time to make sure that all of her secrets stay buried and that no one else in St. Louis dies. … dies. She needs to decide if she can work with the detective without losing her heart.
Ryan Stone is obsessed with keeping people safe. He’s dedicated his life to protecting and serving. His ideas of happiness were blown out of the water by a wannabe prostitute. He failed to protect her once before and it eats away at him. His demons are riding him hard and now, people all over St. Louis are dying right in front of their noses and the people responsible are like smoke. He has to decide if he can put the past aside and see what’s right in front of him. Working together might be the only way to save his city but the price for that might be his heart, too.
Obsession and love go hand in hand but so do secrets and lies. They must decide whether to overcome all of the obstacles in their way to save the lives of the people in the city or they can let the past and all of their secrets stay buried. Will drugs and secrets ruin their lives or will they work together and save each other? Or will more people die because of the new old enemy that is rearing its head?
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This is the second book from this author and its just as good as the first maybe better.
This kept me on the edge of my seat all the way through. It gave me the feels from the beginning to the end.
I recommend this series
What a totally brilliant read by this author.this is the second book I’ve read by this author and to me it just gets better by the book.i will hands down without a doubt be looking forward to reading more from you Christa brilliant read loved the characters and their stories I cannot wait for more
A book focusing on the “friend with no filter” from Ms. DeClue’s first book, Amber James. We first meet Amber during the events of Pickpocket, when she becomes Zaydra’s best friend. But this book makes it explicitly clear that Amber has some secrets of her own that she prefers to keep hidden. Everything comes to a head, of course, while Amber struggles more than ever with the choices she’s made thus far.
A very worthy successor to Ms. DeClue’s first book. I greatly enjoyed it, even though there seemed to be slightly less humor in it,which is odd because I stated in my previous review that much of the humor came from Amber. I enjoyed her character and peeling back each new layer so much more in this book. I look forward excitedly to future offerings from this author as she has become one of my faves.
After reading book 1 I immediately need to start this one! Wow! Wow! Wow! Let us not forget that this is only Christa’s second book but you sure wouldn’t know that by reading it. I absolutely love Ruan and Amber…..their chemistry is off the charts! This was an exciting and suspenseful story that kept me turning the pages until I was suddenly at the end.
An amazing second book from this author!
This is Author Christa DeClue’s second book and it is every bit as compelling as the first in this stand-a-lone series, but, I will say that I highly recommend everyone to read Pickpocket first. Not only is it well worth the read, but it will introduce you to the enigmatic and hilarious characters that make up the secondary characters to Ryan and Amber’s story.
Ms. DeClue is further building on her talent as an author in putting together another book that absolutely must be read. We met our characters in Pickpocket as stand out secondary characters, and I immediately fell in love with them both. Amber has to be one of the most hilarious and out-there female heroines that I’ve read for quite some time, and her penchant for mouthy trouble will literally have you laughing your titties off.
Since Ryan first accidentally meeting her on the street, he has made it his mission to get in her way and protect her from himself. Unfortunately, while on a mission to help out his ex-lieutenant, Amber had suffered collateral damage, and he hasn’t forgiven himself. He’s not the sort to back off either.
Again, Ms. DeClue has pulled together an addictive story that includes difficult subjects, and does it in her particular style of clever wit and sarcastic humour. I was entranced, and highly recommend this 5 star read.
I couldn’t wait to read this second book in the series and it certainly didn’t disappoint, I loved every bit of it.
This basically continues on from Pickpocket with all of the same wonderful characters however it focuses on Ryan and Amber and their obvious chemistry. We get to meet new characters as well that bring a spark to the cast, especially Briar and Danny but I desperately want to meet his wife, Delilah, she seems like a real pip. The suspense and mystery continues with a disturbing community issue that keeps the action and drama happening.
I totally loved Amber, she’s the bees knees! Her sassy and sometimes snarky comebacks are terrific but it’s her determination and inner strength that shine for me. As she says, “If I swung that way, she’d be it for me!” Ryan is one gorgeous hunk of detective and he’s just as stubborn too. His alpha mannerisms don’t always go down well with Amber but he can’t help his protective nature.
While the main issue in the story is extremely serious and there are dangerous situations and repercussions that were scary, there is also a fantastic sense of humour that is sprinkled throughout the book. Amber’s wit is absolutely top notch but then the banter between many of the characters is fun and enjoyable, leaving you chuckling if not in fits of laughter. Another delightful element are the incredible expressions, honestly, they are superb and pop up when you least expect them to as well.
I totally recommend this book with it’s suspense, humour and sizzling romance.
Amber and Ryan drew me in from page one… Seriously, so much sass, personal struggles and secrets! There are so many unexpected twists… a lot of sarcasm, lies and betrayal. Throw is some seriously can a girl get a fan? chemistry just WOW! Wannabe had it all.
Amber and Ryans chemistry burned up the pages in this book. These two had were literally on opposite sides of everything but Ryan will keep Ambers secrets and her safe no matter the cost and she’s nervous of what that cost will be if she gives in.
This book was so good!
After reading Pickpocket I couldn’t wait to dive into this book. I was dying to know Ambers story. AND BOY WAS IT A STORY! It was everything I was hoping for and more.
Not going to give anything away, but I was hanging on the edge my seat from start to finish. It was full of action and suspense.
This is the 2nd book in this fascinating series, and I am blow away that this is a new author as her work is outstanding! Amber is a not so successful dancer / hooker, and Ryan is a detective who is constantly arresting her. The chemistry between these two is explosive but will the overcome their pasts and obstacles to be together? This is a well written tale which is humorous and with witty and sarcastic banter, secrets, lies, emotion, and unexpected twists which all had me totally captivated throughout this addictive page turner. I cannot wait to read more from this gifted author and recommend her work for all.
5*
This book is about Amber who we first met in “pickpocket”.
She’s the not so successful hooker/dancer.
Ryan was the officer constantly arresting her.
The two worked together to help Zaydra and Collin and discovered the chemistry between them.
I loved the characters Amber’s full of life attitude and her zest for living.
These books all have their own endings but I feel are better appreciated read in order
Another book I couldn’t put down
Holy hot balls
If you thought Zaydra and Collins book was a good ride, hang on for Amber and Ryan’s because in my opinion their chemistry is a lot more intense, or maybe it’s just Amber’s quirkiness?
Everyone should read these books!
I want to be Amber when I grow up! She is one feisty, sassy, badass! Loved meeting her in Pickpocket but never would I have guessed the way this story was going to go and the turns it made. I have whiplash!
The chemistry between Amber and Ryan is hooootttttt! But it’s so much more than that. I was completely hooked, all the characters pulled me into the ride! And what a ride!!
Omg where to start with a book like this.
My mind is still reeling.
How on earth is this only this authors second ever book. I’ve read authors who have been writing for years and they don’t get this reaction out of me.
This book was EPIC!!! Was well worth the wait between books as the time and effort taken to make the book the very best it can be shows on every page.
Amber and her sass was as hilarious as the first book and brought some comic relief that you’ll need with so many head spinning bombs.
I’m going to end the review here before I give anything away but do yourself a favour and one click immediately!!!!
Would give more stars if I could.
I love the cover! The coloring is simple, picture is attractive, the title pops out and the author name is prominent. Just the cover makes it enticing! Of course, they say “don’t judge a book by it’s cover”, but there’s a hidden gem of a story behind that cover!
The first chapter drew me in. The “smooth voice” behind her had me sitting up and taking notice. And from there, I devoured the pages. I loved the sarcastic banter between Ryan and Amber and the draw between them. I liked their individual personalities as well. This story had me thinking of the saying: “O, what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive!” I really enjoyed Zaydra and Collin and what their characters contributed to this story, after having their own story in Pickpocket!
I love this author’s writing style and the wording / expressions she uses. Makes for enjoyable, smooth reading! And to think this is only her second book published. I’m ready for more!
I’ve never done this in a review before but; Word of the day: freak! LOL
FYI: this story can be read as a standalone, but by reading Pickpocket first, you’ll experience a better knowledge and appreciation for some of the characters.
Amber and Ryan’s book is a combination of emotional, serious, action, twist and turns like you won’t believe and by he end you will find out a whole bunch of news that will have your head spinning. Amber is now my favorite character this year she made me laugh, cry, and just smirk with her attitude, sassiness, and her over all personality I couldn’t ask for a better character. I definitely hope there is more in this series cause this was awesome and freaking bad*** can’t wait to read more from this author
I dont even know where to start with this second book, it was just amazing!!
I Absolutely love amber, shes bad ass.
Full of more steam that had me on the edge of my seat.
I would give it way more stars than 5 if I could.
Ive found a new author and cant wait to read more of christ’s work
5 Fan-freakin-tastic stars
“Let your freak flag fly”
I absolutely love amber she is my person a badass with sass and fantastic sense of humour have a little girly swoon going on there haha
To say I am amazed by this book is an understatement its only the second release by this author and oh wow what a read
Its gripping and intense it’s so hot and steamy and it captivates you from the moment you open to the first page.
lies are told and betrayal is everywhere is anyone who you think they are? Another brilliantly written story that will definitely leave you needing more
I seriously enjoyed this book! Amber is one of my all time faves now, she had me laughing out loud on multiple occasions! I like that it crossed over with the first book, we got to see a bit more to the story and learn more about the characters. I don’t know if there’s more books in the series but if there are or are plans for now, gimme!! Great book!