**I received a copy of For the Love of a SEAL from Net Galley and Montlake Romance in exchange for a voluntary and hones review**

For the Love of a SEAL by Dixie Lee Brown is the third book in her Hearts of Valor series. I've read all of them and feel like this could be read as a stand alone even though all of the characters from PTS security have a part in this story. This is a solid four stars but I'm curious who will get their story next?

Tori Michaels is learning to move on after her husband's suicide after suffering from PTSD. She's also raising her six year old son and living as frugal as she can. But her new job at Everyday Heroes has her seeking an interview with Blake Sorenson. But accidents start to happen with both Blake and Tori that could be either related to his newest protection detail for PTS security or his prior military service?

Blake Sorenson hates reporters but when Tori jumps in his helicopter he admires her bravery. What he doesn't know is that she won't date anyone military can he convince her to take a chance? But first they must find a way to figure of why someone wants him dead because two aircraft accidents later can't be a just a random attack. Can they both survive kidnapping attempts and figure out a way to see if they love each other and make it work?

This is my kind of suspense! Fast paced with little or no lag in the middle, and no insta-love or rushing to get between the sheets.

This story goes from 0-60 before you even get to the third chapter. After the first attack, it isn't much later, after the dust begins to settle, that we're caught up in another adrenaline rush. In fact, Dixie Lee Brown has us on the edge of our seats throughout a good portion of the book. She has a great writing style, with just enough detail to get your blood pumping. I liked all of the characters, especially Blake and Tori. Blake is definitely an alpha male; a sexy flirt, and in his mind, unromantic. He's more than capable, and has a touch of tenderness just when you need it, but he's definitely no pushover. Tori is sweet and brave, but she does have a few moments where I wanted to shake her and say "Are you crazy!?" Together though, they make a terrific pair.

My thanks to NetGalley and Kensington Books for the pleasure of reading and reviewing For the Love of a SEAL by Dixie Lee Brown.

FOR THE LOVE OF A SEAL by Dixie Lee Brown is an action packed adventure! Filled with twists and turns this story grabs you from the first page! Now I've got to read the other books in this series!

I received an arc from NetGalley and this is my honest opinion. Blake and Tori are two people that have pasts that prevent them from moving on.
Once these two are thrown together in an unlikely circumstance, Blake has questions about who Tori really is. He and his PTS Security crew decide whether she is innocent or guilty the best place for her is to be with them. Little Isaiah must come with as well.
As soon as Blake meets Isaiah and truly knows Tori, there is no doubt he cannot deny his feelings are growing for each of them. Danger still lingers and threats are received from different directions.
This book keeps you on the edge of your seat and the love story heartfelt.

Tori Michaels is a widow trying to earn a living to support her young son, Isaiah. Her husband was a veteran with PTSD who took his own life. That’s left a lasting effect on both of them. Tori has a journalism degree & is trying to get a job as a reporter. Her first assignment is to try to interview Blake Sorenson for Everyday Hero’s magazine. From the moment she met Blake, her life became a series of mishaps & terror. Was it related to Blake’s job or something else? Will either Blake or Tori get over their hang ups & act on their attraction?

I enjoyed these characters! Tori was feisty, strong & sexy. She stood up for herself & her son & then showed her vulnerability after the danger was over. Blake managed to get through his tours of service, almost losing his leg & his wife leaving while he was recovering & was still able to smile. I enjoyed the chemistry between the two of them but I really enjoyed Isaiah & the connection he felt with Blake. It added more depth & warmth to the story.

This is my first book from this author and I will definitely read more. This book is a standalone from the first two in the series but besides some characters from those books, the story stands by itself. And what a good story it is! It's nicely paced with all the good stuff I look for in a romantic suspense. Blake and Tori have an instant attraction, sort of, and it's a treat watching them light up finally. Blake is the perfectly imperfect and sexy protective hero I love to read about and Tori is a wonderful and strong heroine who is just trying to make it as a single mom to her son since she became a widow. Both characters are very well written with hearty back stories and I was fully invested in the outcome. I really enjoyed this book!

Thank you to Netgalley/Publisher the ARC of this book!

A fast paced read. The story of Blake and Tori, who meet when she wants to interview her for the paper she is trying to get a job for. She has sworn of military men after what happened to her late husband and he only wants anything short term after being hurt before. After an attack forces them to spend more time together, they can't deny the attraction between them, but can they trust each other?

I received a copy of For the Love of a SEAL by Dixie Lee Brown from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Overall, this novel missed the mark for me. I thought the writing was decent and the plot should have been interesting given the summary, but the plot wasn't evenly paced and the main characters' chemistry fell short.

I'd give For the Love of a SEAL 3 stars.

**Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for giving me the ARC in exchange for an honest review**#ForTheLoveOfASeal #NetGalley

4 amazing stars .....First book I read from this author!!It was a beautiful, heartwarming book about moving on and find a second chance love with a lot of suspense, action and sex!!Blake was a former seal, an honourable man and Tori was a military widow....they totally were perfectly good match together!!The storyline was well written and paced perfectly!! Overall it was a fantastic read....I highly recommend this story!!

Tori is a widow with a six year old son. She gets a job at a magazine and her first assignment is to interview Blake. Blake is a former SEAL, helicopter pilot, and was honorably discharged after getting injured. When he refuses the interview, Tori jumps in the copter before he takes off. He is delivering some supplies to his bosses that are protecting a man and his family. When they are attacked, they believe Tori had something to do with it. When someone breaks into her house and tries to kidnap her, Blake saves them. They have set up a new safe house at his home and convinces Tori to bring her son until they figure out what’s going on. Tori has sworn off military men after her husband died and Blake doesn’t want a long term relationship. Between helicopter crashes, plane crushes, and kidnapping they still get close. But when Blake is taken, can they find him before it’s too late?
Fabulous story with action, sex, and suspense. First time reading this author and I was not disappointed. This story will have your heart racing and wondering who is after them.
* Voluntarily read and reviewed this for NetGalley *