In the Caribbean for his best friend’s wedding, ex special-ops officer Ryan McLean meets a beautiful woman in the hotel bar. Their connection is immediate and intense, and they spend a passionate night together with pleasure as their only goal.But when Ryan wakes the following morning to discover the beautiful woman vanished–along with millions worth of jewels from the safe of the Saudi prince … Saudi prince staying next door–he realizes he was duped. He becomes determined to find the mystery woman and bring her to justice…if only he could forget how explosive their chemistry was.
A notorious thief known as the Dragonfly, Mariana has only more more job to do until she can retire, but the sexy-as-hell Marine she spent one sultry tropical night with is hot on her heels at every turn. She has to outwit him to stay out of jail, but fighting their magnetic attraction soon becomes a game neither one of them can resist.
When Mariana’s last job goes dangerously wrong and she needs Ryan’s help to survive, he has to decide if their game of cat and mouse is only a game, or if he can trust this beautiful thief with something no woman has ever stolen: his heart.
*Originally published in July, 2017. This edition has no substantial changes to content.
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WICKED INTENTIONS came so highly recommended I had to give it a try. And whoa – this is a hot, sexy romance with two fabulous leads and a cracker jack plot.
This book, lord have mercy this book, has left me with the absolute biggest book hangover I have ever had. It has taken me hours to be able to right this review, simply because I could not put my feelings into words, and I still am having a problems doing so. I usually stick with contemporary, rom-com, sports romance books, but this book has changed my mind on that matter. I am so glad that I had the opportunity to expand my horizons per se. I now have so much more respect for this category of romance, and I couldn’t be more happier about that, it just means more books for me lol. This is my second book by J.T. She has a certain way of writing, that holds my attention 100 % of the time, and it does not waver. With life and death issues, that make you hold your breathe, to the romance, that will make your heart skip a beat, to the funniest situations that make you laugh so hard, you almost pee your pants.
Mariana also known as dragonfly is a woman who lives a certain kind of way, that most people could not imagine. Been through things that many people could not even fathom, seen things that no human should ever see. She only has one constant in her life and that is her father figure, Reynard. She has no family besides him. She doesn’t have time for relationships or a normal life, because you see, she is a thief in the night. A thief in the night that has one last debt to pay, and nothing is going to stop her from getting out of the clutches of the most powerful man in the underworld.
” The only difference between me and you, Angel is that you are a plotter and I am a panster. You sweat every detail, and I live by the seat of my pants. We both get where we want to go in the end, I just don’t waste time fussin’ over what-ifs.”
Ryan, a former marine, is now in the private security firm for high profile clients, the federal government, FBI, and intelligence agencies. He spends just much time playing the piano, as he does working. He is one of the most conceited heroes I have ever read about, but in a good way. He is a pretty simple guy. He loves BBQ’S, football, and fireworks as much as he loves Thanksgiving, Buzz Lightyear and guns with high capacity magazines. He has never been in a serious relationship, but loves the one night stands. He loves his job, and is the very best at it.
When Mariana puts her plans in to action she doesn’t expect the intense connection she shared with Ryan, but she has a job to do, and nothing is going to stop her from doing it. After a night of the hottest passion I have ever read about, Ryan is determined to find the woman that pretty much cast a spell on him, that left him in the middle of the night. He wants to know her secrets, know how she ticks, and most of all he wants to help her any way he can. He is hot on her tail as she tries to outwit him. As tension rises, so does the passion and the feelings, but what happens when you find out your life is a lie, and the one thing you didn’t want to happen well… happens?
This book blew my mind. I loved the banter between Ryan and Mariana, I loved how I could NOT predict what was gonna happen. It kept me on the edge of my seat. But most of all I loved how I could feel the connection between Ryan and Mariana. I recommend this book to anyone that loves funny loving couples, with a bit of banter. And to people who like things similar to thrillers.
The plot twists and ups and downs that make up this whole story are amazing! Never once, after reading the first few chapters, did I even try to figure out what was coming next because I knew it wouldn’t come close to what was just around the corner. Excellent read!
This is the last book in the Wicked Games series. If I had to pick the best among the three, I’d go with Wicked Sexy. But that doesn’t mean book 1 and 3 are not good. I thoroughly enjoyed reading all of them, each one told a story of a strong, intelligent, independent and beautiful woman, and their paths to overcome the monsters from their pasts. This book touched on the issue of human trafficking and the international criminal underworld. It’s heart wrenching to imagine how young girls such as Mariana and her sister had to go through, to be treated much worse than an animal and their lives at the mercy of those monsters. Without spilling the beans, there was a surprise twist in the end, but to be honest, I kinda suspected it from the beginning 🙂 It’s also beautiful to see how guys like Connor and Ryan with such machismo completely fell apart and could not keep their heads straight when it came to their women. They’re not the typical bad boys with history of debauchery, they’re disciplined, well trained and respected, and they’d make you fall in love with them from the beginning 🙂 This book has both elements of romance and action intertwined nicely together. All in all, I highly recommend this whole series, perhaps you should follow the order to get a glimpse of the characters for the next book. I would love to revisit them in the future if JT decides to bring them back 🙂
Okay, who loves a dirty talking, sexy southern charmer of a man?! well, if you do then THIS is the book for you *fans self* I have to say, I’m kinda a little in love with Ryan McLean myself! *swoooooon* Truth be told, everything about this book was swoon-worthy! It was exciting and addictive. I read the story in one sitting and was so into it that I forgot to take notes so I had to go back and skim for my review notes! THAT is a very well executed story people! From page one the sparks flew between Ryan and Mariana. And if I was even more truthful, I’m kinda in love with her as well!
You guy, I’m telling you, this story was ridiculously good on all levels. But not just this book. This entire series has been one hit after another. JT Geissinger is a force with words! I saw this on another review and it perfection as a description of this author: “You know those authors that are underestimated and not nearly enough people know about them or read their books? That’s JT Geissinger.” <<< no truer statement can be made! I discovered this woman's talent a year ago and haven't looked back. She pours everything you would want into her stories. There's action you don't see coming. And the action is also kinda sexy. The sexual tension is off the charts explosive with her characters and her stories unfold perfectly. I can't scream this enough: JUST CLICK THIS BOOK RIGHT NOW!
“When you let me see you, the real you, it’s the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen. If you give me more of that, I’ll pretend anything you want.”
I really enjoyed this book of hidden lies and instalove that weaves around a harrowing game of cat and mouse where the truth is hard to come by for all involved. Ryan is an ex-Special Ops man turned mercenary who becomes the mark for Marianna on her latest heist. Their one night together is enough to have Ryan chasing after this notorious thief who is caught up in her own web of lies and a world of danger that Ryan is bound and determined to save her from.
I’m so sad that the Wicked Games series has come to an end because I loved them all. Although Wicked Intentions can be read as a stand alone, you’ll meet characters from Wicked Sexy which is where I first met Ryan and fell for him. I couldn’t wait to see what was in store for him and Wicked Intentions didn’t disappoint.
I loved how Ryan is this walking talking contradiction. He would like you to think he’s this laid back country boy and yet he’s also this observant, intelligent, take no prisoners badass who knows that Marianna is not who she appears to be when they first meet. As much as she’d like to, he doesn’t let Marianna hide for long despite her best efforts to evade him both emotionally and physically. All it takes is one look and one smoking hot conversation with Marianna and he’s a goner for her. He puts on the full court press with her and to be honest if I were in her shoes, I’d be questioning his case of instalove as well, but ultimately, he’s too hot and too persuasive to overthink it.
“The way you move. The way you look at me. Your laugh. That kiss. I’m thirty-four years old, Angel, and I’ve had my share of women. Not a single one has ever challenged me, made me laugh, called me on my shit, looked at me like they understood me, and given me a boner that could cut glass while at the same time makin’ me feel like a teenager with his first crush. I wouldn’t care if you lived in fuckin’ Antarctica. This is gonna happen.”
Life has not been easy for Marianna. It was tough reading about her past and childhood but it explains why she’s alone and untrusting.
“My whole life, I’ve felt lioness-strong, toughened by the cruelty of fate and circumstance, but meeting Ryan has taught me that my heart isn’t the fortress I thought it was.”
Despite her reservations, she cannot deny the attraction she feels toward Ryan at their first meeting and for once she lets herself have what she wants. Their attraction and chemistry burns hot even though they are untrusting of one another. She constantly talks about taking off his body parts, stabbing him or some other torture whenever she gets mad at him (which is frequent and can get a bit redundant) but their constant fighting fuels the fire between them.
I give this 4.5 stars because it delved into touchy subject matter that I never like to read about, and it was a bit too instalove for me, but that I could overlook given Geissinger’s amazing writing and characterization.
Ryan McLean just makes me laugh out loud. He is funny. He’s also a protector, a romantic and a skilled operative. Mariana is loyal, inventive, beautiful and a world class thief. Ryan takes one look at her and he’s a goner. He makes her want things she can never have but no matter how many times she runs away he always finds her. She’s bound by her past but now he’s offered her a way out. Will she take it?
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this series. J.T. Geissinger has created a cast of fabulous characters and has given them captivating storylines. There is lots of action, steamy encounters and plenty of humor. I look forward to reading more from this author.
J. T. Geissinger is one of my go to authors and she doesn’t disappoint with this book. Make sure you read her books Burn for You; Melt for You and Ache for You!!
This book was so great with a twist I never saw coming and the end was perfect I loved it.
What a amazing heartfelt read.Do you believe in love at first sight ? For Ryan that was the case.This was the kind of story that had you smiling and smirking throughout the entire story and I really love stories like that.
These characters were fresh and fun and had amazing vibrant personalities.Ryan and Angel as he calls her were a perfect match.Ryan see’s her as a challenge.Due to Ryan’s training and special talents he knows that there is more to the sexy bombshell than meets the eye but, he’s game to find out just what those secrets are.
Angels a thief and Ryan a mercenary I can honesty say didn’t see that one coming.There is more to Ryan as well and I just loved uncovering all of his secrets just as much.If anyone can save Angel from the predicament she is in its going to be Ryan and his team.
I alway pick a favorite character to rave about but,this time around their is no way to just pick one.I loved both characters from the onset of reading this story and their first encounter and their interactions with one another I just new I was going to love this story from cover to cover and I did.If I could give this story more than 5 stars I would as I loved this story that much.
The characters were sexy ,interesting ,mysterious ,talented and had a sense of humor and also a sense of justice.I have to mention Ryan’s friends as they were a great addition to the story and made the story just more interesting and added tons of humor to the story.There is no doubt these friends considered each person actual family .They were all so supportive and loving and also giving and willing to back Ryan with any and all means to protect the women he considered his.
The chemistry that Ryan and Angel had between them was explosive and hot as hell.There was so much always going on in this story .Tons of twists turns secrets coming to life and more than a few omg moments.I loved it! I have to say that I never saw this story ending the way it did which took we totally off guard and I continued that way all the way through the epilogue.
I can’t wait to start reading the other books in this series and I am so looking forward to reading more of this authors works.
A job well done and a new author to follow!
A recommended read to all! 5 stars from us. Full review @angelswithsttitudebookreviews
Loved.it. Reread it several times. So glad I own it