As I've learned to expect, a beautifully written and fun read. Jackson writes wonderfully believable stories with flawed but truly good heroes and heroines

Finally, we get the ever so sexy Zion’s story. Hold on to your hearts, things are going to get interesting.

Zion Blackstone is the last of the Guarded heart club, and he is determined to be a lifetime member. After his mom’s death bed confession Zion is convinced that true honest love was impossible to achieve. Zion made a name for himself by designing one of a kind Zion jewelry. What Zion did not know is all his rules are about to be challenged.

Celine Michaels is what some people would call a spoiled princess jet setter, but when they discover what Celine is all about the shock factor is evident. Celine Michaels can hold her own against any man so why was she stuck by Zion Blackstone’s presence, sure his was hot with the capital H, but there was something more.

Their draw to one another is evident. What I enjoyed about this pair is they show that there is much more to them on many levels. Both with past and present emotional luggage they seemed intelligent enough to work through their challenges.

Supporting characters were from the previous books in the <i>Bachelors on Demand Series</i> as well as some new ones. I would say that <i>Bachelor Unbound</i> could be read as a standalone, but you would most likely miss out on Zion and his God brothers connection. I did how ever have a problem with Celine’s father, I wanted to smack him. The man is clues when it came to Celine.

Unfortunately, <i>Bachelor Unbound</i> this is the last book in the <i>Bachelors on Demand Series</i> by the delightful <b>Brenda Jackson</b>. I have followed this series from the beginning it is my second favorite series by <b>Ms. Jackson</b> As always, she pens strong men, and even stronger women; her brilliance of writing sexy as well as heartfelt moments always draws me in. I am in hope that soon there will be yet another new series soon.

<i> Until then Happy Reading! </i>

<center><b>Rated 5 Stilettos by Deb! </b></center>

I had a hard time reading this book. I don't know if it was because I did not read any of the other books in the series or not. I did not relate at all and it just dragged. The ending sped up so I am happy I stuck through and got to finish it but it was not for me.

This was my first book in this series and I am not sure if that was a good thing or not - This can be read as a standalone but there is a lot of reference to previous characters.
I liked the premises of friends bound from childhood by a long time friendship - family but not in blood and that each of them was so different yet so alike.
Zion is a bit reserved for the first chapter or two and quite quick to judge others. I get that is part of his business but I had a problem with it. He does eventually thaw and we get a glimpse as to why he was that way. I guess I can forgive him 😉
Celine, I happened to like - she knows how to play the game - she is intelligent, caring and truly a strong lead character.
The storyline was engaging a few "Oh NO" moments twisted with some cosmic tragedy - definitely kept me engaged and eager for the next scene.
I did have trouble with the relationship between our two main characters. They just didn't have the chemistry I would have liked. They had some very touching moments between them and the romance is there - just for me, something did not click.
I read a comp copy and am eager to read the preceding novels in this series - I enjoyed the secondary characters and am now a bit curious

Fans of Brenda Jackson’s are familiar with her Bachelors in Demand series and the godbrothers who meet their match. Years ago while at Morehouse, six men became best friends and in an effort to stay in touch, agreed that they would each become godfathers to each other’s children. They also agreed that the firstborn sons’ names would start with the letters U through Z. Thus far, Uriel Bougard, Virgil Bougard, Winston Coltrane, Xavier Kane, and York Ellis have fallen in love and defected from the Bachelors in Demand Guarded Hearts they started years back.

Now it’s famed jeweler’s Zion Blackstone’s turn.

If you are unfamiliar with the series, I suggest checking them out HERE.

Zion has a lot of rules, but perhaps the first one being: do not fall in love. He is scarred from something in his past and while he is happy about his best friends getting the families they want, he has decided it’s not for him. Flings, sure! Long-term committed relationships where love is involved? No.

Celine Michaels is the daughter of a wealthy man, who commissions Zion to create a gemstone for her. She is fighting her father’s intrusiveness and trying to assert herself as the woman she knows she can be and going after the independence she craves.

Kidnappers are after Celine and she turns to Zion for help. He gives her protection and a whirlwind of passion and seduction. They both know what this should be; passionate and fulfilling with absolutely no strings attached. These two definitely have chemistry and Celine’s presence in Zion’s life proves to be a balm to an aching wound he has yet to close.

Even the most carefully laid plans can be unraveled and most rules are meant to be broken. They both find themselves putting their heart on the line. However, when shocking revelations come to light about Celine’s safety – things take a turn. Are they really meant for each other? And is Zion willing to confront his past and grab on to the love he wasn’t looking for but can’t seem to live without now?



Bachelor Unbound has been a long time coming and I’ve always been intrigued by Zion’s story. Admittedly, with all of the buildup, I had high hopes, and while I didn’t necessarily love the story as much as I had hoped, I found Bachelor Unbound to be a sweet and slightly suspenseful novel.

Zion is a sought after jeweller who has created a piece of jewellery for Celine which was requested by her Hollywood producer father. He never expected her to show up looking for his help when she was in danger.

The public persona that Celine shows is much different than who she really is. When people are after her she doesn’t know where to turn, so she ends up on Zion’s doorstep.

Spending time together the chemistry between them explodes but will she be the one woman to have him reconsider his decision to never fall in love because of his past? I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

The last book in the Bachelor series by Brenda Jackson and it does not disappoint. Zion the Jeweler is a quiet storm that is a wonderful counterpart to the secretive life that Celine is living. This story had the twists and passion that I have come to appreciate about Brenda Jackson's book. I love the location of the majority of this story being in Rome. The boldness of Celine and the smoothness of Zion makes for a story that will keep you interested until the end. This will be my book club selection for December to discuss.

First time reading this author, fantastic read with love, betrayal and mystery.
At Zion and Celine's first meeting the attraction was sensational. The story progresses with a revelation, a need for safety. Rules are sometimes made to be broken so that love prevails.
Well written story that held my interest all night long, finished in one night.

International jeweler Zion Blackstone is the last of the Bachelor in Demand from this group to find love. Zion has his own set of rules regarding love and relationships. Because of a long held secret revealed to him, he has vowed to never fall in love or become involved in a long term relationship. But Zion finds himself breaking his own rules when he meets a Hollywood producer's daughter and is commissioned to design a piece of jewelry for her. Celine Michaels leads a secret life and allows the public to label her as a spoiled shop-a-holic. But when she spoils an attempt of kidnapping she goes to Zion for help. Zion offers her a place of safety. While spending time together things quickly heat up between them. But if they are to ever have a chance at happiness Zion will have to face his past demons.

I loved this story! I loved the premise, I loved the pacing and I loved Zion and Celine's story. Zion new something was different about Celine from the day they met. Their chemistry was off-the-charts. Kudos to Brenda Jackson as this romance was fire!

At last! The last Bachelor of the Bachelors In Demand Series by the prolific Brenda Jackson. The last holdout of the Bachelors In Demand Guarded Hearts Club is Zion Blackstone who resides in Italy. There is a reason that Zion lives in Italy, and you will discover why when you read his story. Who is the young woman who wins his heart.? Her name is Celine Michaels. I liked this story and Zion and Celine are a great match. She too has a reason to be in Italy and her story is intriguing. This book has sultry romance, suspense and intrigue. You will also catch up with the other bachelors and their spouses. Great read!

International jeweler and sought-after bachelor Zion Blackstone felt an instant connection to Celine Michaels when he designed a unique gemstone for her. When she shows up at his house in Rome claiming kidnappers are after her, he offers the Hollywood producer’s daughter his protection…and passion.

If you like Brenda Jackson's books you will enjoy this book. Zion, is the male lead character in this story and very three dimensional with a great backstory to why he afraid of a relationship. Celine is the female lead character in this story is also very three dimensional with an interesting backstory about her view on a relationship. They learn to work through their difference to become a couple.

This book is the last of a series.


This review is for Netgalley.

Jeweler Zion Blackstone (what an amazing name!) is drawn into Celine Michael’s glittering world when she foils an attempted abduction and seeks his protection. Set mostly in Rome and with so many secrets being kept by pretty much everyone it rivals a Shakespeare comedy of errors, this sexy and suspenseful love story throws the reader more than one curveball and creates true tension for the outcome of Zion and Celine’s tryst, which is not exactly common in category lines, now is it? – Rachel Hyland

This review appears in Romantic Intentions Quarterly #3 - October 2018

Always a good read! I enjoyed the intrigue and steamy love scenes in this novel. Was definitely the touch of love and action that I was looking for.

A closet romantic puts more than his heart at risk for a love he never wanted to find. Bachelor Unbound is as unpredictable as it is romantic. Zion creates beautiful pieces of jewelry that celebrate love, but is haunted by a secret that has tarnished his view of it. When Celine comes into his life, his world shifts. She tests him at every turn. Her beauty is captivating, her spirit irresistible, but her secrets could spell their downfall. Will the last man standing, risk everything for his happily ever after? Jackson makes sexy, sweet and suspenseful, spellbinding.