Today I am sharing my review from June 2021 for The SEAL’s Temptation: Wounded Hearts- Book 7 by USA Today Bestselling author Jacquie Biggar.
About the book
DEA agent Maggie Holt has been through hell and back.
After eighteen months undercover in a Mexican cartel, Maggie is broken. The kickass agent she once was, is gone, leaving her riddled with guilt and nightmares. Forced to take paid leave, Maggie accepts the offer of a vacation on the ranch of the man who’d rescued her from an almost certain death.
Frank Stein knows the signs of PTSD, he’d suffered the symptoms himself as Chief Petty Officer of SEAL Team Five. Honorably retired from duty, Frank has found peace at the family ranch and hopes it will do the same for Magdalena. Ever since he’d first met her when she was interrogating his buddy, Jared, Frank has been fascinated by the raven-haired beauty and wants the chance to see where their relationship could go.
Adam O’Connor is Maggie’s partner. He knows her. He loved her once and could again, if she’d let him in. But he’s also angry she took the chances she did by going undercover against orders. And now, things are different. She’s different.
When a right-wing militia group infiltrates the area, will DEA Agent Maggie Holt, her partner, Adam O’Connor, and ex-SEAL Chief Frank Stein be able to set aside their differences to stop them before someone dies? And who will Maggie choose, the handsome cowboy, or her charismatic DEA partner?
My review for the book June 26th 2021
This book hits the floor running but the author does give the background to the story and characters from this long running series.
The combination of action thriller and steamy romance is perfect for summer reading, and winter come to that, when a little extra heat is welcome. The story reflects the ongoing battle with drugs and cartels with a parallel story of rustling that directly involves the ranching community and in particular Frank Stein.
The job is tough enough for the DEA agents and relationships with colleagues makes it even more challenging when emotions get in the way. Those who now have families face additional concern for the safety of their loved ones and when an emergency situation effects one, it effects them all. For others such as Maggie Holt who is suffering from PTSD, learning to love and trust again seems impossible.
In the capable hands of Jacquie Biggar the story flows and leads to an unexpected and dramatic final chapter.
The next book in the series is due out soon and I am looking forward to reading the next adventure for these engaging characters.
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A small selection of Jacquie’s books
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About Jacquie Biggar
Jacquie Biggar is a USA Today bestselling author of romance who loves to write about tough, alpha males and strong, contemporary women willing to show their men that true power comes from love. She lives on Vancouver Island with her husband and loves to hear from readers all over the world!
Thanks for visiting today and I hope you will be leaving with some books.. thanks Sally.
This sounds like a series I’d enjoy – lovely review, Sally! xx
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Thanks Alex…hugsxx
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Fab review Sal. I have a few in this series. Have you read in order or as standalone? Congrats to Jacquie. ❤
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I like a read that hooks me right away, and this one sounds like it has that element. I don’t typically comment on the cover of a book, but this one is an attention grabber.
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I agree Pete and there is a great balance between romance and action. xx
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Thank you for this wonderful surprise, Sally. A great way to start the weekend 🙂
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Pleasure Jacquie.. happy to reshare and encourage readers to pick up the series..hugs ♥
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A great review, Sally. Jacquie’s book sounds like a great read. Toni x
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Love Sally’s review- thank you, Toni!
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Thanks Toni.. a great fusion of romance and thriller.. hugsx
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Super review, Sally. Congratulations, Jacquie.
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Thanks John..hugsx
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Thank you, John. My head is swelling 🙂
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A good swell.
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I also love this book, Sally. Congratulations to Jacquie.
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Thanks for adding your boost for the book Robbie..♥
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Thanks so much, Robbie. That means a lot {{hugs}}
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A wonderful review. Thank you for this, Sally! How many decades i will need doing such wonderful reviews. ;-( xx Michael
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I am sure that you write great reviews Michael short and to the point is great… hugsxx
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Lets hope. Will finish my course in grammar, and then try to start, Sally! Enjoy a great evening. xx Michael
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A thumbs up works just fine, Michael 🙂
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Thank you Michael..hugsx
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:-)) hugsx
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Thank you, Michael. Have a wonderful weekend!
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I love the way Jacquie combines action and romance, Sally. Her books are a lot of fun. I started the series with this book, and I agree that it reads well as a stand-alone. I’ve since gone back to the beginning, and now book two is queued up on my kindle. Congrats to Jacquie on scoring a wonderful Sally review! 😀
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I agree Diana.. I have some catch up to do but judging by the weather forecast I will have plenty of time as gardening won’t be an option..hugsx
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Diana, thanks for this wonderful recommendation. You’ve warmed my cold, cold heart 🙂
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Cold heart? I doubt it. Lol.
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I can’t wait to read this one! 😀
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Thanks Kymber…hugsx
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Now I’m nervous! lol
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Noooooooo I know it’ll be wonderful!
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Sounds like another great tale from Jacquie, with such a winning combination of characters. A must for my TBR. Good luck, Jacquie and thanks for the review, Sally!
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Thanks Maura Beth.. Jacquie certainly has this genre sewn up…hugsxx
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Thank you, Maura Beth. I’m so happy Sally enjoyed the story 🙂
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