I steamed through this latest addition to the consistently fabulous releases from the wonderful Ms Malpas.

From picking up Jodi’s first book, This Man, to her latest, Leave Me Breathless, I have read everything JEM that I could get my grabby hands on. I mentally leap around in happiness when I hear of an upcoming release and never consider that I will be remotely disappointed.

Not to put any pressure on Jodi, but your run of great releases remains intact. I cannot express the happiness that I experienced when I realised that not only was I getting a whole new alpha male and his beautiful lady to obsess over, this dude is a daddy to a great sassy lady too.

Yes, there are some wonderful cameo’s in this book and I was very happy to see my favourite of all of Jodi’s men popping up. Jake (sigh) The Protector himself! However, this is Ryan’s story and he is a definite contender for the top spot. He is strong, protective, sexy (Jodi writes sexy so well!) and adoring of his spitfire daughter, forgive me for melting in a puddle of womanly mush!

Hannah, what can I say about Hannah? Well, spoiler free zone, I adored her. She is my favourite lady from all of Jodi’s books and for me, she is one of the best characters that Jodi has ever created. It was Hannah who kept the pages turning for me, who kept me completely gripped throughout.

Like the amazing fisher woman that she is, Ms Malpas’ plot reeled me in and kept me hanging. I am not giving anything away on this front. Jodi has a talent of injecting a gripping amount of suspense into her work and she has once again succeeded.

Leave Me Breatless by Jodi Ellen Malpas. When you liked Forbidden, then you're gonna love Leave Me Breathless.
It's a story of heartbreak, pettiness, second chances, danger and drama put in a fantastic read by an outstanding author.
Meet Ryan. He's an ex-ish MI5 man, who's working in a security agancy. He's pretty private and I learned about his personal life on the way through the book . And there are a few big surprises to discover, promise.
He's heading home to his small town to be with his favorite person. What he doesn't expect is to discover there's a new art shop in town with an irresistible owner.
Hannah Bright is new in town, art shop owner and she fears her own shadow, with reason. She hides from her past and her past mistakes.
Leave Me Breathless is not a damsel in distess romance. It's a beautifully thought out, beautifully told and beautifully written story with a heroine who's strong when it counts and a hero who's worthy to be the next book boyfriend, a bit mangled and battered but not broken. Alpha.
I recommend the book, 5 Stars.

Another JEM hero to swoon over? Count me in!

I was hooked on Ryan from the start! Is there anything better than an alpha, protective guy who is also a big softie underneath all that gruff, hard exterior? I think not. He’s got this double-edged personality. Yes, he’s all-male, tough, intelligent, and protective. But he’s also charming, sexy, fun, and flirty. And there’s a whole other side to him that will make you swoon.

Hannah is a mystery. On the surface, she’s light, care-free, and easy-going. She can also be clumsy and awkward, but underneath her laid-back facade, she’s plagued by her past. She’s so kind and fun, but she’s also scared and skittish. She's never truly able to relax and let down her guard, and for good reason.

Neither one of these two are looking for anything serious, but neither one can really resist the other. Their attraction is mutual and their chemistry is on fire. With plenty of suspense, plenty of heat, and quite a few laughs, this is another classic JEM novel. You’re easily going to fall in love with this couple. A definite five-star read!

Leave Me Breathless was a pleasant read. Ryan and Hannah’s story had the romance, suspense, and the small-town feel. It was intriguing to see how everything would play out. Ryan was a great hero-protective, sweet, good dad, alpha-he had it all. How he was with his daughter and Hannah was heartwarming. Just a sweet guy to his girls. Hannah had her secrets but she was still a lovable girl. There was something there that made you feel for her. Hannah and Ryan together was endearing. I liked reading about their coupledom and interactions. But there was also the suspense of Hannah and her secrets. What would come of it? It was fascinating seeing where it would go. And it was good finding it all out as reader. Overall this was a satisfactory story.

Ryan Willis has decided to take a break from the protection business. He’s heading back to his hometown with a population where everyone knows everyone, and nothing ever happens. He’s content to spend his days in his remote cabin in the middle of nowhere doing nothing. Meeting Hannah Bright completely derails his plans. She intrigues him the way nothing or no one else ever has and he’s more than a little attracted to her; but Hannah has secrets, and in his line of work…secrets don’t work.

Hannah Bright is settling into a small town in England. She’s been living under the radar for a few years. While her life might be a little lonely, she’s happy. Relationships aren’t something she’s eager to form but the people in this town start to grow on her. Especially Ryan Willis. From the moment they ran into each other, literally, she can’t seem to get him out of her head; but her life is too complicated for romance and if Ryan knew the real her, he’d probably run for the hills.

It took me a really long time to get into this book. It took me a good two and a half weeks to finish this book, which soooo unlike me. I liked the characters and the storyline, but I felt like it took too long to get to the meat of the story.

Ryan and Hannah, once they decided to give into their desire moved pretty quickly in their relationships and throw in Ryan’s daughter and the dynamic was pretty cute, but It wasn’t until around sixty/seventy percent into the book when I felt like I was so invested that I couldn’t put it down.
If that momentum had happened a little sooner in story, this could have been a four-star read for me.
Cute story that may or may not be a quick read.

YES YES YES!! Leave Me Breathless by Jodi Ellen Malpas has wrapped itself around my heart and squeezed out all the emotions I haven’t felt is sooooo long. I’ve really struggled with books lately. I had a baby, and have a raging case of baby-brain and nothing has been holding my attention lately until this FABULOUS story landed on my Kindle. Ladies, get ready. Ryan Willis will melt your heart and ignite your panties all on the same page. I don’t think this review will do the book justice but here we go.

I thought Theo Kane was my new favorite alpha JEM hero since Jessie Ward. And he was until I met Ryan Willis. Ryan is strong, protective, super sexy AND he’s a single dad to a ten-year-old little girl whom he adores and would move heaven and earth to make happy. Are you swooning yet?

Hannah is an ADORABLE heroine. She’s quirky, artsy, cutely messy and on the run. I LOVE HEROINES ON THE RUN! She has secrets. And these secrets are BIG. They are life-changing. What this woman has endured and the lengths she went to stay hidden are unimaginable to me. She’s more than brave. And when she crashed into Ryan Willis it’s at the absolutely perfect moment in her life although it seems like bad timing to her. Ryan is her savior, her protector, her keeper. And we get alllllll the alpha feelings we love and alllllll the sexy times that have us fanning ourselves with our kindles. I even cried at the end of this book. It’s been AGES since I’ve shed a tear while reading. GAH! I wish I could erase it from my memory and read it again. I want MORE Ryan and Hannah. The ending was (beyond) perfect. I already miss these two.

Move over Ward and Kane, there’s a new man in town!

There’s something about suspense occurring in a small town setting that seems to amp up the tension and drama, add to that the fact that Jodi Ellen Malpas’ newest heroine, Hannah Bright, protectively guards her secrets, keeping those around her at an arm’s length because she and them are safer that way. But, she’s never meant a persistent and commanding man like Ryan Willis, and because he’s a protector by nature, there’s no stopping Ryan once he begins to understand what Hannah’s hiding and what he can do to ensure her safety with whatever part of her past wreaks havoc on her present.

The connection these two characters share happens fairly quick, which is not something that either of them are ready for, but regardless of that fact, they can’t stop their need for each other, and by the time everything seems to start unraveling around Hannah, she’s in deep with Ryan, which means that he’ll do what’s necessary to ensure her safety, even if it means putting himself at risk.

Ryan may not be as alpha as some of JEM’s other heroes, but it’s his softer side, his protective nature that makes him the best man to raise his 10 year old daughter as well as weather the storm that Hannah brings into his life.

One would think that Hannah’s character would be a bit too closed off given her need to hide her secrets, but when Ryan enters her life, the pull is too great and opening up to him becomes almost necessary given the danger they could be in because of their burgeoning relationship.

Leave Me Breathless is not as intense as some of JEM’s previous story lines, and it has an underlying sweetness to it that is not normally found in abundance in her books, but her ability to be more than a one-dimensional writer is why she has so many readers and why her heroes and heroines are unforgettable.

4 Poison Apples

“I don’t want this to end yet.”
“This never ends, Hannah.”
“Everything ends.”
“This…never…ends…”

If you’re a fan of Jodi Ellen Malpas you’ll no doubt be dying to flip the pages of her latest standalone, Leave Me Breathless. The trademarks of this author are all apparent, the ones we’ve all come to love from her, but in Ryan Willis, although still possessive and commanding, we have hero somewhat ‘softer’ for want of a better word, and we loved him! In saying that, Ryan Willis very much retains the masculine alpha Jodi writes so well. Ex-M15 and army, he’s the guy you’d want on your side…and in your bed. Phwoarrr, he really is very delicious without being overbearing!

We really enjoyed Leave Me Breathless. We adored Hannah Bright, our heroine, who really was, by all regards, a hero herself! As this woman’s past unravelled, we cheered her on and stood behind her every step of the way. A warrior, a survivor – she may have been sweet and quiet in personality, but she was all grit and heart underneath.

“This is me, Ryan. There is nothing else for me to give you, just this. Isn’t it enough?”
I find myself smiling almost immediately, her message received loud and clear. It is more than enough.’

Leave Me Breathless is a romantic suspense as such, with a small-town setting which we loved. The friendly, quirky townsfolk of Hampton were welcoming and entertaining, as was this story. What more could we want, romance, passion, suspense, intrigue, humour and emotion. Tick, tick, tick!

The story opens with Ryan and his partner Jake Sharp (you’ll remember him from The Protector) cheating death on another dangerous case, and they’re done. They want boring. They want quiet. For Jake, he just wants to get home to his wife, Cami, Ryan wants to relax in the idyllic Hampton, spending time with his cute daughter. Lounging back in his cabin without a worry in the world.

“I don’t want to look at you when I tell you what I’m about to tell you,” she says quietly. “I don’t want your sympathy.”

Also wanting a quiet life is Hannah Bright. Opening a cute little arts and crafts store in town, Hannah hopes Hampton, in the Peak District will give her the peace and sanctuary she craves. But what is she running from? What drove her to the out of the way, Hampton? And can she be safe?

Ryan and Hannah quite literally bump into each other and though they didn’t get off on the best footing, sparks soon fly and the chemistry sizzles between them. Ryan’s ten-year-old (going on thirty) daughter Alex takes a shine to Hannah as well, and for the first time Ryan sees a future, but will Hannah hang around long enough for that to come to fruition, or will her past catch up with her.

‘Ryan wants me. Just the way I am. He’s filling the empty spaces inside me. And I can’t help letting him in.’

We were certainly kept entertained throughout Leave Me Breathless, falling in love with the characters – especially the banter with Ryan and his daughter, Alex. She really was an old soul and gave us quite the giggle. The closing chapters were especially emotional and a perfect place to end Ryan and Hannah’s story. A charming and at times suspenseful story we adored!

“I don’t ever want to scare you.” I’m not scared of him, not like that. I’m scared because he leaves me completely breathless.’

What a fantastic book love how Jodi has created this little town of Hampton and all the fabulous characters who live there I found myself really visualising this little village I loved the story for the strength and also vulnerability of the main characters Hannah and Ryan their story is one I will be rereading time and time again I want to give this story ten stars and will recommend it to everyone well done Jodi your words really brought this book to life for me

Another JEM masterpiece ... left me breathless

Jodi Ellen Malpas has written yet another masterpiece, and it left me breathless and speechless. LEAVE ME BREATHLESS, featuring Ryan Willis and Hannah Bright, was a book I just couldn't wait to read ever since JEM first announced she was writing it. From the very first word I was completely captivated, intrigued and entranced by Ryan and Hannah's story.

Leave Me Breathless takes place in the same world as The Protector, so yes we get to catch up with Jake Sharp and Cami. It was so nice to see that Jake hasn't changed too much, even though his family life is taking its toll on him ... a few funny moments there. Leave Me Breathless is told from both Ryan and Hannah's POVs, giving great insight as to what they are both thinking and also giving a few flashbacks into Hannah's background.

Ryan reminded me very much of Jake, a man who is not to be taken likely. He's an alpha, steadfast in his ways, sexy, protective and oh so swoonworthy, he's a man's man. He's also tender, caring and extremely loveable. Hannah, well she is just a sweetheart, ever so clumsy, cute and a little bit of a mystery. She's also a loner, a woman who is always on alert, a woman who was running form something or should I say someone.

From the moment Ryan and Hannah unceremoniously meet the chemistry is obvious. Their relationship is not with its obstacles though ... especially a certain young lady named Alex. This little girl is an absolute scene stealer. But, getting back to Ryan and Hannah, he is like her shield, ever present to protect her from anything and anyone. However, the only thing he cannot protect her from is her past, especially when she keeps it a secret. As usual there are plenty of HOT scenes throughout, so ladies get those fans out ... Ryan will definitely have your panties melting.

Overall, this was another wonderful read from JEM. A small town romance which is really so much more, even the town becomes like a character in the book with all its quirky residents. JEM has packed everything into this one: romance, suspense, mystery, loveable characters and one heart melting couple.

Definitely one of my top reads for 2019. Don't let this one slip you by.

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FIVE BREATHLESS STARS

Ryan is one sexy swoon worthy book boyfriend that will be your new favorite!
This book was full of surprises.
Hannah & Ryan's story had me angsty on how it was going to end.
It did not disappoint!
And yes you will crave pints of Chunky Monkey Ice cream while reading this book and even after.
Author Jodi Ellen Malpas gives an intense, sexy, gripping story of love being found when you least expect it.
I loved how Hannah is full of life and when Ryan meets her, she brings it out in him. Ryan shows Hannah that feeling protected and loved is possible without there being a motive.
I enjoyed seeing how they both bring out qualities and emotions in each other they never thought were possible.
Steamy, love, mysterious, funny and action packed is all in this must read book!
Go One Click it.

4.5 🍒🍒🍒🍒popped!

BIANCA

Beautiful Romantic Suspense!

I adored this book. I was expecting some kind of typical romantic suspense thingy, but it was so much more. Such a cute little small town romance with so many adorable and funny moments!
But it was also still this mysterious and exciting romantic suspense story!

I loved it!

I loved Ryan and how he loves his house and his outdoor shower! LOL!
He's seen a lot of bad stuff in his job and he's just so happy to be home - everything/one he loves is in this town - even if some of it is very complicated and annoying!
And Hannah ... she is just adorable! She's so fun and fresh and full of color and life! Even after everything she went through - which we don't know much about yet of course!

I loved that we got to see Cami and Jake again!



JANEANE

ARC received for an honest review

It's been a while since I read a JEM story. And I loved getting back into her worlds with Leave Me Breathless.

I jumped into this one completely blind - didn't even realise it was kind of connected to The Protector until I saw Jake and Cami's name written.

And I ended up completely and utterly adoring this story.

I was expecting a romantic suspense kind of story. And whilst we did have some suspensey and unknowns happening, it wasn't the main deal with our lovelies Ryan and Hannah.

Ryan is all kinds of 😍😍😍 I couldn't help but love him. As much as he comes across as the grouch, he so isn't really that man. As he learns (along with us) about Hannah and her past, he crosses over to swoonworthy territory.

There is also a scene stealer that will take your heart and runaway with it.

I liked that there was no OTT angsy. Sure, our lovelies have their problems, however they deal with them like adults.

I wanted more.

I so wouldn't mind if this book would show up on my TV one day! ☺

5 Million ‘It Surpasses Bliss’ Stars

O…M…G! Talk about literary nirvana! I’m sorry but I’ve got to be cliche and say that this book indeed left me breathless for all the BEST reasons!
Unforgettable, mind blowing, heart and soul gripping, Leave Me Breathless has all the elements of an EPIC LOVE story and beyond!
Only Jodi Ellen Malpas could take a small town romance give it a twist, and raise it to the skies with her very own unique brand of sophisticated über sexiness and the most delicious of JEM Alphas! PHE…NOM…E…NAL!!!!!

Awww, I honestly could not be more in love with this book and its incredibly rich and characters. Going by the setting – LOVED the adorable small town of Hampton – and the premise alone I was hooked from the get go, but every single time a new character was revealed, a new layer of Hannah’s unveiled or their chemistry and magnetism punched us right along with them I was soaking up every single word. Witnessing and FEELING their passion blossom into the most beautiful of love stories was just…wow…

Hannah and Ryan are the definition of #OTP! The perfection of their instant recognition, his swoon worthy words and actions, her sweetness and vulnerability coupled with an incredible strength and their declarations, their confessions… Each time Ryan declared her, almost from the very beginning, ‘his game changer’, ‘his heaven’, as ‘turn his world upside down’ and Hannah calling him ‘her cure’, ‘her peace’ even while maintaining she didn’t need a savior, was heart warming and soul emphatizing to the max. It is impossible not to fall for this PERFECTLY imperfect characters!

No words could do it justice, believe me when I say that only reading it and experiencing it first hand is possible to feel the full force of their insta connection – and we all know how much I’m a sucker for that, lol – almost like instant recognition, but still so very realistic and relatable. All this intensity translate truly in an EPIC love story, and how could it not, we have have a ICONIC ‘romance in the raging storm’ scene *daydreams about those soaking wet declarations and heart pounding moment*! Yep, Ms. Malpas gave us everything we could have hoped for in this love story. Everything!

There is so much I want to say – ok, ok, rave is a more appropriate word, lol – but mainly how magical and enrapturingly addictive Ryan – aka the swooniest of the Alphas! – and Hannah are from their very introduction. Not only were they winners of my heart from the start, but I have to stand out how ingenious and overall extraordinary Ryan’s daughter, Alex, was! This ten year old was Amazing!!! So witty, but still so sweet and caring, she was another gem of the story on her own (actually I’m secretly hoping we get her very own book in the distant future. Yep, she was that memorable!). But not only Alex stood out as secondary character, all this small town and its oh so charming and endearing personas completely stole my heart. So much so that I wanted to see them more and more of them, each single glimpse, a delight for my spirit.

Yes, Jodi Ellen Malpas truly gave us the best of the small town romance, with her very unique and addictive twist. Ryan and Hannah’s love story was as original as it was enrapturing, transporting us throughout tense and emotional moments, but also the most hilarious of snippets; action filled, but plentiful sweet and passionate sequences; and let’s not forget all the in between ÜBER STEAMY trademark JEM sexy scenes, because they need a stand out all on their own, and Ryan… Oh boy, was this man steamy in every single way… *fanning myself*

Leave Me Breathless, is undoubtedly not just one of top reads this year, but one of my ALL TIME favs! I will never forget Hannah and Ryan, and for that reason I once again bow down to Ms. Malpas masterful writing, I don’t know how she manages it, but every single book she unleashes into the world, sears itself into the very core of my heart and souls. No exaggeration here, JEM’s words are THAT impactful! And for that very reason, I’m already counting down the hours until we get more of her enchanted universe, maybe even more of Hannah, Ryan and Alex?! Here’s to hoping! *she begs with puppy dog eyes*<3 <3 <3 <3 <3

Leave Me Breathless was definitely a book that was worth waiting for. It was as usual wonderfully written and had these amazing characters that you cannot help but take to your heart.

This story is slightly different to other books written by JEM in the fact that it's our heroine Hannah that's a little broken and as her story unravels you can certainly see why, so in Leave Me Breathless we have our alpha hero Ryan, ex MI5 and sexy as hell.

The chemistry between Hannah and Ryan sizzles and you will root for these two characters to make it from their very first encounter.

A fabulous standalone from Jodi Ellen Malpas and a definite must read.

I absolutely loved this book! Jodi Ellen Malpas is an amazing author and this book is just another example of it. Ryan is known for being a protector and he decides to take leave from his job and move back to his small town to spend more time with his daughter. He notices the new art and crafts store in town and soon discovers the new owner Hannah. Hannah is new to the small town and people seem to love her art work and she loves the remote town. She also likes the fact that no one will probably find her here. Ryan lives in woods in his cottage and enjoys spending his time with his daughter who he has nicknamed Cabbage cause her mother hates it. They don’t get along due to their history. Ryan is attracted to Hannah and their chemistry off the charts and they develop feelings for each other but she can’t let herself get too attached because of her past. Ryan knows she is hiding something and he doesn’t know how to get her to feel safe enough to tell him and she doesn’t know if it’s safe to tell him. This is a wonderful story with lots of steamy scenes, humor, and suspense. You will love these characters.

This book was just meh for me. I loved the male lead, but the female lead wasn't all that interesting. I wouldn't recommend if you're looking for something fast-paced.

Leave me breathless left me breathless!
Steamy, swoony, with a bit of suspense to give it more edge.
I loved the Ryan and Hannah’s story.
Ryan’s character was pure alpha goodness with a heart of gold. He’s quiet, sincere and just a good guy.
He’s returning home for much needed respite and when he literally bumps into new towner Hannah.
She’s quirky and clumsy and full of secrets.
Together their chemistry was undeniable and their banter was funny, sharp with a little bite.
As their chemistry develops, her secrets start unfolding.
This story is said to be a spin-off The Protector but it can certainly be read and enjoyed as a complete standalone, although we do get a little spoiler about the main characters.
The result was a well paced, lighthearted and passionate story that had me hooked from beginning to end.
4.5 stars!

I have been counting down to this release for what seems like forever and it’s now here! Malpas is already a one-click author and if she wasn’t, she sure would be after this. Ryan and Hannah’s story captured me from the first page and gave me all the usual feels of a JEM classic - mystery, suspense, protective hero, swoon worthy moments and the quirky English humor.

Hannah has just settled into Hampton after running for five years. She’s settled in this small community so that she can be close to her family, although she only ever observes them, never engages. She’s fragile and always looking over her shoulder scared.

Ryan has finished up in the protection business, queue cameos from Jake and Cami (The Protector❤️) and is moving back home to Hampton to spend more time with his daughter and build a few houses with his now spare time.

Hannah meets Ryan when he runs her over. He’s apologetic but she brushes him off but can’t mistake the need to be around him. They have a few push and pull moments and near kisses that are filled with sizzling chemistry until one night Ryan unapologetically takes their first kiss.

From the moment they kiss, you are wrapped up in the love story between them. Be prepared, Ryan doesn’t play fair and will completely sweep you of your feet. He’s loving, caring, protective of those he loves, has a sweet tooth for chunky monkey, a pure alpha and a single dad who has the most amazing relationship with his daughter, Alex.

Alex, I loved her, she’s feisty, has a lot to say, kept her dad on his toes and the banter/bickering between them was so endearing, their relationship was captured perfectly.

Ryan needs a special mention though. He’s the new alpha on the block but there is just something so real with him, he’s the perfect man to love and will certainly be on many book boyfriend/DILF lists.

Let’s take a minute to talk about those sex scenes though! Jodi really stepped it up in this book. There are a few of them and they have a real sensual feel to them, Hannah is a lucky lady!

I was so enchanted by LMB and got totally sucked into the love story that was Ryan and Hannah. There was a real feeling of love between them and the story flowed with no real angst, just great pace and an amazing story. A must read for any romance lover.

I’ve been reading Jodi Ellen Malpas since her debut novel, This Man, was released. That series was one of the first that I turned to in the post-Fifty Shades days when I was looking to see what else was out there in romance. I credit this series as one of the ones that turned me into the devoted romance reader I am now. It undoubtedly left an indelible impression on readers, and years after its initial release, readers still list both the series and the hero, Jesse Ward, as top favorites. Malpas has released numerous books since that first book released, and with the release of Leave Me Breathless, she continues to sweep readers off their feet with her brand of sultry, spine-tingling storytelling and breathtaking romances.

Leave Me Breathless, a steamy and suspenseful standalone romance, features British alpha-hero, Ryan Willis, a former member of MI5 and current protection agent, and the quirky, messy artist with secrets in her eyes, Hannah Bright. Malpas created an alluring hero in the ruggedly handsome, single father. Ryan was exactly the hero that Hannah, a woman hiding in plain sight, needed. Commanding and, at times, menacing, Ryan was also gentle and patient, and as Jodi Ellen peeled his layers back, I was as smitten as Hannah was with him. Hannah has survived a brutal and painful past, and while she’s alive, she isn’t really living. She lives in the shadows, attempting to blend in without ever putting down roots as she moves from place to place. She’s tired, lonely and easily spooked, but for the first time in longer than she can remember, Ryan gives her hope. The question is will he be enough for her to take on her demons, to let him all the way in and to trust? There are secrets in both of their pasts, and Malpas uses them by bringing them into the light through an exciting suspense plot in this intense and sexy romance.

Riveting, thrilling, steamy and romantic, Leave Me Breathless was exactly the type of passionate, emotional and gripping love story that I expect from Jodi Ellen Malpas. I was at the edge of my seat, tapping my Kindle furiously, as I devoured this book—I simply did not want to put it down. Five smooches from me for Leave Me Breathless by Jodi Ellen Malpas!
~Danielle Palumbo, Red Cheeks Reads

I have so much love for Hannah and Ryan! I was consumed by this story and these characters! Jodi Ellen Malpas is a incredible writer and the minute I started this book, I was addicted and could not put it down. As with most of her stories, it has heart, humor, passion and so much suspense!

I loved everything about Hannah. She intrigued me from the beginning. I loved her artistic style and her attitude on life after all she has endured. She has such a beautiful and bright personality but is hiding something big.

I adored Ryan. He is an ex MI5 agent and is ready to come home to his small hometown in England for a slower paced life. Little does he know that is the complete opposite of what he is going to get. Ryan and Hannah meet in an unusual way. Ryan quickly discovers Hannah is hiding something and will stop at nothing to uncover it and keep her safe. He is the ultimate fierce alpha male that I completely fell for.

Ryan and Hannah together were the perfect combination. They compliment each other in every way. The passion between these two is off the charts and I couldn’t get enough.

Ryan’s daughter Alex was so adorable, sweet and funny. She added so much to the story.

I loved the setting of this book. The author’s ability to paint such a vivid picture makes it feel like a real place that you’d want to go and visit.

Overall this was a huge hit for me and deserves more than 5 stars. Thank you to Social Butterfly PR and Jodi Ellen Malpas for generously providing me with an advanced reader copy in exchange of an honest review.