Hunted

Caroline just once wanted to let loose and have a good time. That ended up with her date being killed and her barely escaping with her life. She jumped off the yacht and swam for hours at night to survive. She found a buoy that she could climb onto while she passed out. Jake was out with his team swimming in the ocean when he sees a body on the buoy. Once he reaches it he notices an extremely beautiful woman who is freezing to death. Jake has an instant connection to Caroline and is will to help keep her safe from a drug lord. While he is protecting her they start to have a relationship that just might be one for the books if Jake can keep the stubborn woman alive. I was given an ARC through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I received an advanced reader's copy of Hunted by Allyson Charles from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed this novel!

The main characters, Caroline Carter and U.S. Marine Jake Skinner, were kind of awesome together. I liked their witty banter, sizzling chemistry, and their story arc. This was a solid romance novel and I found it to be well written. The plot was engaging and the pacing moved swiftly.

This book was absolutely amazing. It checked off all my boxes. Military romantic suspense ✅✅. Fantastic storyline✅. Great, well developed characters✅. Action-packed✅. I couldn’t put it down once I started and it took me on an emotional roller coaster ride that I loved. Definitely a great start to this exciting new series.

The chemistry and attraction between Marine Raider Jake Skinner and Caroline Carter was evident from the start. I loved how Jake would do anything to keep Caroline safe from the cartel hunting her and how he slow chipped away at her resolve to not get emotionally involved.

Hunted in the first book in Allyson Charles’ new Marine Raiders Alpha series. It was the first of her books that I have read and I can’t wait to read more. Charles does an amazing job laying the foundation for this new series through the introduction of each of the men in Alpha Squad. Their protective, strong-willed, and tough nature was evident throughout the book and I can’t wait to see what happens when each man meets their match in love.

I received a free copy of this book via Netgalley and am voluntarily leaving a review.

This was a really fast paced and enjoyable read. I've not read anything by this author before but I really liked this one. If you like romantic suspense this is a good one to try.

It had a number of unexpected twists, kept the interest going. The romance was nicely built up over time. Some interesting characters that were fairly well developed. I recommend it.

This was my first book by Allyson Charles and I can say it won’t be my last! It was fast paced and filled with all kinds of twists you won’t see coming. The character development was perfect and the suspense is everything you want in a military romance book! I definitely recommend and will be reading more by Allyson!

Caroline goes to a party, on a yacht, with a virtual stranger. She accidentally walks into a room with a lot of drugs. The man shoots her date in the head and she jumps in the water before they shot her. Jake is part of an elite team and are training by swimming and he see a shape on a buoy. Jake and his team rescue Caroline just in time. When Jake finds out who Caroline saw , a drug cartel boss, he gets friends to watch her. Caroline has always said she would never be involved with a military man. The more she gets to know him, the harder she falls. Can Jake keep her safe and take down the drug cartel?

Even though this is a short book, I really liked it. First time reading this author but if definitely will not be the last. Action and some spicy scenes. Almost love at first sight.

* Voluntarily read and reviewed this for NetGalley *

A new author for me (and the start of what seems like a brand new series) I really enjoyed this book from start to finish.

I loved meeting the Raiders team and starting to learn a little about their personalities in the beginning then more about Caroline and her life and relationship with her best friend.

I though the introduction of Jake and Caroline was a really great way to start the story with a bang and it certainly only got better.

An instalove for one of them, Jake certainly knows what he wants and is determined to break Caroline’s no military men rule, which he does with style.

I enjoyed the interactions, the camaraderie and brotherhood between the team and especially the snarky moments between them.

The storyline was interesting and pacy with suspense and drama up to the end.

A really strong start, I’m looking forward to seeing who is next, Sam and Chris maybe???

This was a fun and fast read. Suspense is catnip for me. I love a suspense. This one ticked all of the boxes. First, I love camaraderie of the team. They kid around, they have each other’s back and they take no guff from anyone. Second, I love the romance portion of the story. It was so sweet and kind and caring. Sigh! I hope all of the team members get a story. Great characters.

A quick and satisfying read. Who doesn’t love a protective hottie? I’m all for the “touch her and die” trope. I hope the next books are about the rest of the team (I was secretly hoping Sam and Chris ended up together. Maybe in another book?). The retaining wall bit was one of my favourite parts too. Looking forward to more books in this series.

Wow! Great character's and a fast-paced story made my entre into this author a hit. I'm not usually a fan of insta-love but it worked within this story. Jake was a strong, caring guy who realized how special Caroline was and didn't want to miss his chance. Caroline did make a very TSTL decision but without it the entire premise of the book would have been gone. I did like that with Jake's support she realized she could be, and do, more with her life.

I will definitely be waiting for the next in the series.

4.5 stars
I thought this was a great story! Very similar to stories by Susan Stoker and Riley Edwards, but a bit shorter. I think this one had potential to be a 5 star read if it had been a little longer.
Caroline is rescued by Jake and his team. He feels an instant connection to her. Too bad she’s sworn off military men. Will she re-consider?
Yes, this one does have a happily ever after.

*I received an ARC of Hunted by Allyson Charles through NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.*

Caroline wanted to let her hair down for once in her life, and of course, it ends in disaster. She witnesses a murder, manages to put herself on a drug lord's hit list, and needs to be rescued by the oh-so-hot and charming Marine Raider Jake.

Jake is immediately captivated by Caroline. He makes it his mission to keep her safe and with the help of his amazing team, track down the drug lord that's out to get her.

While her past has her wary of getting involved with a military man, Caroline can’t deny her attraction to Jake and ultimately decides she wants to see where their romance could take them.

This is a fast-paced book that I could not put down. I loved all of the characters. Not just Jake and Caroline, but Caroline's friend Sam and Jake’s entire team. The only thing that would make this book better would be to make it a bit longer. Otherwise, a great read that I would absolutely recommend to anyone who likes a good military romance or romantic suspense.

Hunted was a great read. I realky liked the Fast paced of the story. Great mix of suspense and romance.

Hunted is the first book in Allyson Charles` Marine Raiders series and a fast-paced, action-packed, exhilarating read, with an Alpha marine determined to fight and protect the innocent, and a strong-willed woman equally determined to resist his magnetic appeal. I enjoyed the ebb and flow of the storyline, and the character portrayals were genuine and believable. A great first in the series and I’ll certainly be watching for book two!

This author is new to me and this being the first book in the series, was the perfect time to give her a try. Glad I did. I have now added her to my TBR list of authors.
The story centers round Marine Raider Jake Skinner and Caroline Carter.
Caroline was on a boat on a date, when she inadvertently overheard a conversation between her date and a man discussing drugs. Anxious to get to the top of the boat and away from them, she’s discovered. In order to stay alive after the execution she witnessed, she jumps off into the sea. Found the next day by Jake and his team.
Determined to keep her safe and away from the man that was more than just a dealer, Jake becomes a sort of bodyguard.
As the danger intensifies, so do the feelings. Feelings neither wanted but were experiencing.
Will they survive the danger? If so, will they go take a chance on love or go their separate ways?
This action packed story was filled with bad guys, hunky good ones, and a strong female character.
I was entrusted a copy of this book by Netgalley. The opinions expressed are solely my own.

Fast paced, romantic suspense. Jake meets Caroline in the worst of circumstances, but falls fast and is determined to keep her safe. She fights him because he’s military but the persistent get the girls. I like these guys. I can’t wait to see their next mission!

A sexy, fast paced military suspense read! I liked all the well developed characters. There was witty banter, sexual tension, exciting chase scenes and a satisfying HFN. I would have liked it to be longer since it was pretty well insta-everything. This is my first by this author and am eagerly looking forward to her next book.

A fast paced military romance story with twists and turns, The last thing Caroline wants is a military man, but Jake keeps coming till she final accepts him, and rescues her from the drug cartel boss.

This book was everything I love.
It had a protective male protagonist, lots of tension, and a threath throught the whole book.
Jake was a great protagonist, sometimes a little very protective, but I adored him. It was a bit of instalove but at the same time Caroline doesn’t want to date miltary men. And for a good reason. I would have like her to be a little bit more strong on that field, but well Jake was very persuasive. It had great spicy scenes too.
It also has a great friend group which I love.
Great book.

Not having read anything by this author, I decided to try this as the summary was so interesting. I enjoyed everything about the story and characters and plan to search for more of her books, especially the next ones in this series. During a training exercise, Marine Raider Jake Skinner notices something on a buoy in the water and realizes that it is a woman. Finding her still alive, he and his team rush her to safety. He learns that she is Caroline Carter and that she fell off of a yacht after witnessing the murder of a man. There is something about her that calls to Jake and he needs to keep her safe. Caroline swore she would never get involved with a man in the military; they are often gone for long periods of time as well as the danger they face. Enlisting the men on his squad to not only protect her but to locate and eliminate the threat is his goal. Will Caroline come to realize that loving a man in the military is worth the worry? I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (paytonpuppy)

First time author read for me. Caroline and Jake meet under dire circumstances. Immediately there’s a connection. Lots of action and drama. Jake is very protective and has to work hard to earn Caroline’s heart. Steamy. HEA.

A fantastic read!! This one pulled me in from the first chapter and held my attention the whole way through. A thrilling live story about a girl hunted and a Marine in special forces who she swore she’d never fall for! This gripping tale has plenty of spice and thrill for all but also has a good deal of sweetness too!! A must read! I cannot wait for more!

Marine Raiders were a new military group for me - but then I gather they are supposed to keep a lower profile than SEALs. they are clearly just as gung-ho and alpha as SEALs with similar characteristics - just they don't swim under water and are prepared to train and advise foreign organisations etc.
This was a fairly straightforward rendition of the trope - our heroine accidentally finds herself in a bad situation and is hunted by a drug cartel. Rescued by the Raiders she has quite an eventful few days.
Overall a pleasant book, nicely written and with good style.

I really enjoyed this book

I thought that it had a really good storyline and it was clearly well planned out by the author

The special forces join the party and things begin to heat up

It was a romantic and sexy read with a good dose of action added for good measure!

It is 5 stars from me for this one, very highly recommended and a great story!

Really exciting book. I thought it was well-written and had a good plot. I liked the relationship between Jake and Caroline. I look forward to more from this author.

Suspense until end.
Caroline never thought picking up a guy from a bar could land her in fight of her life. After witnessing a drug cartel killing her date in front of her, she ran into the ocean away from shooters. Now she is barely hanging on the buoy. and hoping to be rescued.
Jake Skinner was known as Psychic among Marine Raider members and he could sense trouble looming near him. He felt uneasy while resting with his buddies and when he went out to the ocean for training, he found someone on a buoy. His buddies worked quick to rescue Caroline and something drew him to her.
Caroline was thankful to be rescued but she doesn't date military man. Jake wanted to be more but she wasn't ready so for right now, he would settle for keeping her safe.
Jake will keep Caroline safe and won't rest until drug cartel is caught or killed. Maybe Jake can change her mind on military man.
If you are into alpha men and suspense, this is a perfect series to start. I can't wait to get into other members. It is fast paced and keeps suspense til the end.
Thanks to Netgalley and author for ARC.

Complimentary copy provided by publisher and NetGalley in exchange for my honest review and opinion.
This is a steamy military romance that leaves you swooning. The romance was fast, but the characters were well developed. The suspense involved with protecting Caroline from the cartel was pretty intense.

This one wasn’t half-bad. A quick, fun read, full of suspence – even if a bit predictable.

Caroline is a rule-follower, all uptight and cautious – unti lshe decides to do something crazy and let loose for once. It doesn’t end well – as most things of this nature don’t – and she becomes a witness in a cartel murder. Now, she’s being hunted by a drug lord’s son. Enter Jake Skinner – the man who is more than willing to protect her and make her life a lot easier. But it’s hard to become dependent on someone when you’ve lived on your own for so long. Will they find a middle ground to survive and defeat Caroline’s pursuer?

I had so much fun with this one! Though it was full of cliches, and it was easy to predict what was going to happen next, it was fast paced and the steamy scenes delivered perfection. The rest of the cast was something memorable, too, and I can’t wait to read their stories (can we please get Sam with Chris next? their tension was off the charts, the ship was practically sailing all by itself!).

The only downside was Jake’s pushiness at some points. It was understandable, given the danger of the situation, but there were certain cases in which he was being a bit too demanding and hard-headed.

Still, it didn’t take too much from the book’s enjoyment, and it was a considerably small detail. All in all, a 4/5 for me on this one, and a definite recommendation, because we all like a mature man who knows what he wants and where he stands on the matter of romance!

***I was given an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. The opinion stated in this review is solely mine, and no compensation was given or taken to alter it.***

This is a good book. The two main characters are Jake and Caroline. Jake is out on the ocean when he sees Caroline adrift. He comes to her rescue. Caroline has been spotted by the drug cartel and want to get her but Jake won’t let them. They each have issues but together they work them out together and fall in love.

Hunted is the first book in the Marine Raiders Alpha series by Allyson Charles. This was a new-to-me author, and I was pleasantly surprised by it. It was well written and had entertaining and interesting characters. The twists and turns kept me on edge the entire book. The connection between Jake and Caroline was instant. Caroline fought the attraction but finally overcame her reluctance to date a military man. I loved watching Jake win her over slowly but surely. This was a great book, and I am so glad I discovered this author. I recommend it and look forward to reading more books by the author.
I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.