Fast Justice

Finally, finally, finally.

‘Fast Justice’ reminds me of all the reasons why I read Kaylea Cross’s books and having ploughed through the somewhat lacklustre stories from the previous stories in this series, having Rowan/Mal’s tale kick my enthusiasm back to life (measured in terms of the loss of sleeping hours) has been beyond a pleasant surprise. The hints of their broken romance in the previous book had gotten me intrigued and Mal, who is predictably gun-shy about starting up with Rowan again, finally gets his due…in a story that provoked a range of emotions from me.

Apart from the thoroughly engaging suspense, Cross writes about a woman who is willing to own up to her mistakes, who swallows her pride and grovels because she knows she’d left a heartbroken man in her wake…and finally goes after what she wants. I loved the excruciating moments of tension between Ro/Mal, the reluctant truce that breaks down because Rowan decides to shake it all up and her lead role in trying to build them back together again as she tries to mend the damage that she had done to them. For this reason, I couldn’t help but love a woman who’s brave enough to show this sort of maturity when too many cowardly characters that have recently come across my feed have nearly made me thrown several books against the wall in frustration. (Proverbially speaking, because I use an e-reader.)

By and large, this was a compelling read. The entanglements with the Veneno Cartel are woven deep into ‘Fast Justice’ and the developmental arc is more tightly spread over the last few books. In fact, I was surprised at how much of the events that happened in the previous books spilled over into this, wondering if it might be somewhat difficult for ‘Fast Justice’ to be read as a standalone. Cross does provide some explanation—though some parts might still be confusing to readers who step in at this point in time—and without shying away from the brutality of cartel activity, throws in a few twists and turns that helped balance the angst of Rowan/Mal’s situation.

The hasty conclusion after the climax and the loose threads that aren’t tied up by the end are probably my only complaints. It’s evident that Cross intends to continue this arc until the baddies drop dead one by one, but it’s going to be a wait that will span several books before this happens. But until that happens, I’m happily going to go back to the good bits that had me gnawing down my own teeth.

Intense nd exhilarating. Second Chance books are my favorite. This book was well written, properly edited and the characters are engaging. There are several things going on in this story but it's written in a way that it's not overwhelming or distracting. Beforeearned though, some of the things going on don't get resolved in this story or carry over from the previous book so they may not seem completely. The main story, the love and the survival of said love, must find a way to prosper through terror and fear. Can be read as a standalone but is so much better if the series is read in order.

I love this series, and this book was no different, in fact, it was one of my favorites. It's not often an author can write a truly alpha guy like Malcolm and give him such a tender heart and a mind full of doubts without emasculating him, but Kaylea Cross did it. Malcolm tugged my heart strings and yet still had plenty of the alpha macho vibe we all love to read. I liked feisty Rowan too, and their chemistry was of the charts. As I expect from this series, the action was plentiful, the villains were beyond evil, and the sparks flew. I can't wait to read the next book and get Victoria's story!

Cross has a writing style that often puts the hero head over heels for the heroine, instead of the other way around. This is no exception. Mal has loved Rowan for a year, but she dumped him. As circumstances bring them together, they get a chance to work through this while continuing to try to shut down the Venenos gang.

Mal and Rowan have a HFN/HEA ending but there are lots of loose ends leading to the next story.

Cross never fails to entertain with her stories. Fast Justice grabs you from the start and doesn't let go until the end.

Awesome!

Action packed, fast paced, suspenseful and beautiful! I couldn’t put it down.

I voluntarily read an advanced copy.

Kaylea Cross DEA Fast series is a fast pace action romance that will keep readers wanting more. This time you are meeting Rowan Stewart strong Assistant US Attorney and Special Agent Malcolm Freeman is FAST Bravo. They both have feeling that never went away even after Rowan decided she wasn't ready for a serious relationship. Fast Justice is book 6 but the author is able to bring readers up to date quickly without covering the same topics in the same style as the first 5 books in the series. The second story is still unknown ending but that is what will keep readers hooked until the last book is finished in the DEA Bravo Series.
This book is a perfect beach read. Readers can savor it or read it in one sitting loving every second.
Thank you to Netgalley and the Author Kaylea Cross for a copy of Kaylea Cross Fast Justice

Ms Cross writes and story that tugs at the heart while it makes you want a hero of your own.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book from the first page to the last and found myself interested in the characters, beyond the story-line. Well written, captivating and detailed, this story provided the emotional roller coaster of romance with the heart stopping action and intrigue of a thriller.

I chose this story from the book description, but would certainly buy further books through the author herself. Highly recommended for romance and action lovers.

Rowan is a the Assistant U.S. attorney and working on a high profile case. Ruiz had a woman kidnapped raped, and killed her whole family. He is part of the Mexican cartel but is in jail now. Malcolm is a member of FAST and former military. He and Rowan dated and then she broke things off. Now he’s her guard until the FBI can gets agents to take over after her car explodes and almost kills her brother. When she’s kidnapped to get information out of her, Malcolm is ready to kill anyone that stands in his way. Can he find her before she’s killed and save her and his heart?
Awesome story with characters who are strong, patriotic, and sexy. There are several other characters story being told too. I don’t want to give too much away. Suspense, action, sex, and of course bad guys. A little cliffhanger that I hope continues into the next book, which I can’t wait for.
* Voluntarily read and reviewed this for Netgalley *

Kaylea Cross’ latest in the DEA FAST series, Fast Justice is one many like me had been waiting to read. Rowan Stewart’s story did not disappoint! You just knew that Rowan and Malcolm were not finished in spite of her having broken off their relationship earlier. It is just a captivating story from beginning to end.

The intense action-packed suspense is balance with the powerful emotional relationship rebuilding between Rowan and Malcolm. The danger to Rowan bring them back together as well as serve as an eye opening for Rowan. Their story is one of maturity and amends. Usually it is the male in these types of stories that need to admit that they were wrong. I liked that it was the female in this story but even more that she was a strong enough woman to do so. Fast Justice is a gripping story with characters that are able to act at the moment and also able to give serious thought to their actions. It is a win-win for the reader.

The novel is tied to the overarching theme which may make this a bit more difficult to read as a stand-alone. The background story is given when needed but a new reader may feel that they need more. If you have kept up with the series, this is a must read. Outstanding.

An ARC of the book was given to me by the publisher through Net Galley which I voluntarily chose to read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.