Kill first, ask questions later.
It’s the instinct former-SEAL Jude Williams must fight every time someone touches him. His six months being tortured in an enemy prison camp may be long over, but he’s got scars—all over his body and mind—keeping that time at the forefront of his psyche.
So how could he even consider giving in to the desire he has for the town’s coffeehouse owner?
Lena Mitchell has big gray eyes and a bigger smile—she’s full of life, right down to her purple and teal streaked hair.
There are so many reasons Jude should stay away from her. So many ways he’s bad for her. But when danger shows up on Lena’s door, keeping his distance is no longer an option.
He’ll protect her from any threat.
But who will protect her from him?
It’s the instinct former-SEAL Jude Williams must fight every time someone touches him. His six months being tortured in an enemy prison camp may be long over, but he’s got scars—all over his body and mind—keeping that time at the forefront of his psyche.
So how could he even consider giving in to the desire he has for the town’s coffeehouse owner?
Lena Mitchell has big gray eyes and a bigger smile—she’s full of life, right down to her purple and teal streaked hair.
There are so many reasons Jude should stay away from her. So many ways he’s bad for her. But when danger shows up on Lena’s door, keeping his distance is no longer an option.
He’ll protect her from any threat.
But who will protect her from him?
4 STARS
The emotions of the main characters grab you right away by diving headlong into them. It helps that both Lena and Jude have their "say" as they each share their point of views. I liked that!
Lena has been in love with Jude for three years. Three years! That's a long time to care for someone. Especially when the few times Lena makes a brave move towards Jude, he rejects her. Unbeknownst to her, Jude has been desiring her just as long but made the decision to keep away from her because of his dangerous PTSD. Especially his violent nightmares that he feels would endanger her if he pursued his desired relationship with her. They think that they are fooling everyone but most of the town is well aware that those two should just get it together.
On another note-
Jude is a man who craves control,especially in the bedroom. Their
romantic relationship is a bit of Dom/sub, which I wasn't expecting. I mention this because there
are readers who don't connect with this type of story so be aware. Although this wasn't something that I was looking for, I have to say that it was tasteful done.
Deja Brew is Lena's very successful business that has been a favorite spot for years and was featured in other books in the series too. But something isn't right there and it's going to take Jude and their Resting Warrior friends to sort it out. The twist of what is going on is a good one! And I liked how the story ended.
“I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.”
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