I love this series so much and Smith and Madelyn’s story was an excellent addition. I couldn’t put it down! I was on the edge of my seat the whole time. I can’t wait to read more of this series.

Another winner from Cynthia Eden! Trapped in Ice is the 5th book in the Ice Breaker series, but it can be read as a stand alone. Madalyn has lived on the run most of her life but when a killer finds her she needs help immediately.

Smith loved Madalyn in high school but one day she just vanished. He's never been able to get her out of his mind and now that he's found her again, he wants a second chance at romance. When Smith finds out that someone is trying to kill Madalyn, he's determined not to let that happen. They need to work together to find the killer before it's too late. Lots of romantic suspense, mystery, and action make this a great read. Highly recommended.

❤️❤️❤️❤️ out of 5
Cynthia Eden does it again with a steamy romantic suspense that perfectly blends the plot and the romance. There is a reason why she is an auto read author for me!

Our heroine becomes trapped in an elevator with the man she has been trying to avoid ever since she was a teenager. Our hero is only too pleased to be stuck in an elevator with the woman he has been listing after since he was a teenager. When it becomes obvious that someone is out to hurt our heroine, our hero steps in to make sure she is protected and get to the bottom of it, including dredging up her deeply buried past.

These two characters from the start of the book had incredible chemistry 🔥🔥🔥 and you never doubted how either felt about the other. Yes this is a book where the characters fall quickly but honestly? When it’s written by this author I don’t even care! (She can do no wrong for me).

Madelyn has been living a lie and it's come to an end. She needs help and gets it in the form of Smith. He thinks she doesn't like him but it's all to do with the lie. Good solid characters, romance and suspense.

Cynthia Eden's Ice Breaker series has yet to disappoint. But I think this may be my favorite book so far in the series. It's certainly going to be one I read over and over again. I strongly recommend it if you are a fan of sizzling hot romance, second chances, and so much action you're on the edge of your seat for the entirety of the book.

Smith is such a swoon worthy protector. And right from the start, it's known to the reader that he loves Madelyn and would do anything to protect her and make sure she's happy. And while he would prefer that to be happy with him, he always puts her needs before his own and just wants her to be happy. Madelyn clearly wants to be with Smith but the secrets of her past and the way she was raised prevent her from letting him into her heart. She has spent so long isolated and stopping herself from creating bonds, that Smith has his work cut out for him in convincing her that she can trust him and he would never hurt her.

When these two were together, the pages were on fire! The chemistry and tension was so palpable. And the situation with Madelyn ran so much deeper than expected. The more her past unraveled, the more my heart broke for her and all she had endured. But the way Smith stood beside her and made it clear that he wasn't going anywhere practically had me fanning myself. Thank you Cynthia Eden for creating this world, bringing these characters to us, and making them so real.

I received this copy from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

I volunteered to read and review an advanced readers copy through Net Galley of Trapped In Ice . I really enjoyed reading this story . It's full of suspense and intrigue and smoking sexy times . Madelyn Lake and Smith Sanders have known each other since they where sixteen . He always thought she hated him . Madelyn was basically a prisoner in her own home growing up hiding from her dark past . Madelyn and Smith get trapped together in an elevator their attraction can't be ignored .
As the elevator starts working Madelyn decides that cannot happen again . Smith has had strong feelings for Madelyn since he was sixteen and will not give up now . He arrives at her home in time to save her from an attack . Smith soon realizes the Madelyn he knew has a dark secret and she's in need of his protection . Has their feelings grow so does the danger . Smith with the help of the Ice Breakers a group that solve cold cases will work to protect Madelyn and get the answers they need . This is a sensational suspense romance . I highly recommend taking the time to read .

Trapped in Ice is the 5th book in the Ice Breaker Cold case series, and it could be read as a standalone. This book features Madelyn and Smith, who have known each other since they were sixteen. Its a enemies to lovers, second chance suspense romance which will have you on the edge of your seats till the last page. Author has done well in character development.
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She cannot write a bad book. They always keep you wanting more! Madelyn is on the run. Smith is the man to keep her safe, he’s loved her for 16 years! Can he keep her safe?

I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are completely my own

This is a voluntary review of an advanced copy.

The Ice Breakers are back - well kind of! Smith and Madelyn have had a dislike for each other or so it seems. That is going to change when her life is in danger, again.

There is so much action and drama packed into this story along with the feelings that they have not allowed to show before.

I don't want to give away any spoilers but I will say that I totally guessed the wrong person for the villain - I am usually pretty good at figuring out "Whodunit" but not this time. Lots of twists and secrets revealed so it was impossible to put this book down until I got to the end.

I even restrained myself from jumping to the end and find out if I guessed the villain correctly - which says a lot for the story line! I enjoyed it so much, I didn't want to skip around and waste time.

Can't wait for the next person - will it be Titan or Oliver?

Trapped in Ice is book number 5 in the Ice Breaker series, but you really can read it as a stand alone. Madalyn has been on the run since she was a preteen-new identity, no friends, and no breaking the rules. But, a year after her mother passes, she decides to break some of the rules and starts her own business. Then a killer finds her.

Smith has been half in love with Madalyn since high school, and now that she is suddenly back in his orbit, he isn't just going to walk away this time. When he realizes she is in major danger, he is forcing his way into her life. Unraveling who is trying to kill her now means they need to unravel who abducted her then. Their relationship is a bit of the bodyguard trope, a bit second chance and it really works. I found the story was keeping me engaged and it moved at a pretty fast pace! Trapped in Ice is a must read for romantic suspense fans!

4.5stars--TRAPPED IN ICE is the fifth instalment in Cynthia Eden’s contemporary, adult ICE BREAKER COLD CASE romantic suspense series focusing on the men and women who work for Ice Breakers, an online team of crime solvers whose goal is to solve cold cases. This is security specialist Smith Sanders, and art authenticator Madelyn Lake’s story line. TRAPPED IN ICE can be read as stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story line is revealed where necessary.

NOTE: For fans of Cynthia Eden, there is a slight cross over with the author’s Wilde Ways series.

Told from third person perspective TRAPPED IN ICE follows the search for a suspected killer. Years earlier, at the age of thirteen Madelyn Lake aka Maggie was abducted by a stranger but upon her escape would discover she was not the only victim of a possible serial killer, a killer who was never found, and the murders never solved. Fast forward to present day, the demons from her past begin refocusing on our story line heroine, demons with a possible connection to the who, how and why. Enter security specialist Smith Sanders, a childhood acquaintance of Madelyn Lake, and the man with whom Madelyn will fall in love. What ensues is the protection of Madelyn; the rebuilding friendship and building relationship between Madelyn and Smith, and the potential fall-out as a killer sets their sights on our story line heroine.

Smith Sanders fell in love with Madelyn Lake at the age of sixteen but within days of introduction Smith would disappear never to be heard from again. Since her abduction Madelyn had been ‘warned’ not to draw attention to herself, and in doing so, kept her life separate from everyone else but as an adult Madelyn was always distrustful of people she didn’t know, but it may be the people closest that can cause the most harm.

The relationship between Madelyn and Smith is a second chance, of a sorts. Smith never had time to get to know our story line heroine, as his own life was spiralling out of control. Now a chance to protect the woman with whom he is falling in love give Smith the opportunity to claim the young woman who had stolen his heart. Madelyn Lake also suspected that one day her past would return but she never expected to get up close and personal with the young man who was hoping for a second chance. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

The secondary and supporting characters include Aiden and Tony (Touched by Ice), Memphis Camden (Falling for the Ice Queen 2) , as well as the introduction of several people connected to our heroine’s past.

TRAPPED IN ICE is a story of betrayal and vengeance, obsession and madness, murder and mayhem, mistrust and acceptance. The premise is intriguing, twisted and dramatic, ; the characters are animated, broken and desperate; the romance is seductive and energetic.



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Sexy and suspenseful this is one you don't want to miss! It kept me guessing right up to the shocking reveal. Madelyn is so much more than I expected. And Smith! Fan your face hot. The chemistry is off the charts. I loved reading these two. And the ending got me excited for the next story. This author never disappoints.

Trapped In Ice by Cynthia Eden is book 5 in the Ice Breaker Cold Case Series. This is the story of Madelyn Lake and Smith Sanders. Smith was smitten with Madelyn when they first met when they were younger. Madelyn is running from a bad situation in her past that is still coming for her today. When these two meet again is when Smith ends up helping her through a tough time. This was an exciting story. Loving this series and this author's writing.

After I had finished reading the previous book in the Ice Breaker Cold Case Series by the amazing Cynthia Eden, there was absolutely no question in my mind that Smith's story was going to be crazy good and I was 100% correct!! Wow, this story is non-stop action, drama, suspense, off the charts chemistry between Smith and Madelyn, twists and turns -- every adjective you could name and wish for in a romantic suspense novel -- it's in here. Her characters are so easy to like and are so well developed that I always feel as though I'm right there in the middle of the story with them. I am so enjoying this series but it's no surprise because I think Ms. Eden is one of the top romantic suspense writers in this genre. The story lines move swiftly with tons of surprises and every single book is different and unique. I don't know how she does it, but I hope she continues to do so because these stories are quite the entertaining reads. Can't wait for the next one!! I'm grateful to have been given the opportunity to read and review an early copy of this book through NetGalley.

An amazing story with strong characters who pull you in with their emotions and their fight to end the threat to Madelyn’s life. They first met in high school, but Madelyn Lake was warned to keep to herself, and so she shied away from Smith Sanders. Now they meet years later, in a stalled elevator, and he was the only thing kept her calm, well not really calm, but his actions kept her sane. Someone wanted Madelyn to know the terror that she knew years ago, when she was locked in a small room. Smith is determined to find out who kidnapped her and killed her best friend. Even with a change in identities, arranged by her wealthy step father, it seems the man has found her again. When a man breaks into her home, Smith barely arrives in time to save her, but who is targeting her? Can it be the man who kidnapped her years ago? Smith urges her to turn her fear into strength, to fight, to get her life back, a life she wants to share with Smith. Characters from previous books helped make this a book that I couldn’t put down until the thrilling end. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (paytonpuppy)

Holy cow!

The twists are so unexpected and jaw dropping! I love this story and the characters. The plot pulls you in and the characters take your heart.

I voluntarily read an advanced copy.

Trapped in Ice is the 5th Icebreaker case and it is a non-stop rollercoaster ride from start to finish. Madelyn and Smith's story has drama, suspense and all the feels - from tenderness to hot steamy scenes, witty conversation, friendship, attraction and finally love. A wonderful addition to the series with a not-quite-expected but happy ending for the couple. Can't wait for the next one!

I forgot that I was reading an Ice Breaker, story. About half way through we are reminded when Smith called in his friends. It was nice getting to know more of Madelyn and Smith's story and how far they are able to get on their own. The story really picks up in the second half. It was a good thing that I had time to finish it. I might not have been able to stop.

Trapped In Ice (Ice Breaker Cold Case #5) by Cynthia Eden is a chance meeting of two who went to the same high school for a while years ago. Both have misconceptions of their interactions from that time. I like how we were able to see what they are thinking because it was way different from what was perceived. Now years later Madelyn Lake is in trouble with her childhood past comes for her. So who’s she going to turn to for help? The high school now grown tough dangerous man she was recently stuck in an elevator with, that’s who. Two survivals who deserve the true love that they find together.

Madelyn past and present are so complex I kept waiting for another bad guy to pop up on Smith’s radar. The secrets with the revelations were all welcomed read as much as the stopping of the villain. Then the icing on the cake was the last chapter. Wonderfully done.

Each story in this series can be read as a stand-alone. The elevator door may be closed but the bedroom door is wide open in this story. However, the plot and suspense of Trapped In Ice, while complicated, make for such a compelling read.

An ARC of the book was provided by the publisher through NetGalley which I voluntarily chose to read and review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Copycats and secrets.

Wow. I sat down to read this and ended up getting sucked in and had to finish it in one good. Yes, It's that good. Madelyn has been hiding in plain sight since she was sixteen, the same time she started over in a new school and met Smith. Her secrets kept her in an invisible cage for years, even after she escaped her own, very real prison. Years, later, she's trapped in an elevator with Smith and things change between them.

Smith has always had a jones for Maddie, from high school and again as adults. Getting trapped in the elevator revealed several things to him. One, Madelyn has SECRETS. Two, she wants him and he's not stopping until he protects her and has her. She is a magnet for men who are obsessed with her (two baddies and Smith).

A great, suspensful, steamy read with plenty of character growth and action.
Recommend.