cover image Holding Fire: An Alpha Security Novel, Book 2

Holding Fire: An Alpha Security Novel, Book 2

April Hunt. Forever, $7.99 mass market (352p) ISBN 978-1455539482

Passionate chemistry and nonstop drama drive Hunt’s second book (after Heated Pursuit) in the adrenaline-charged Alpha Security series. After a night of incredible sex in rural Thailand, first-name-only strangers Elle and Trey are left with different expectations. For nurse Elle Monroe, it has to be just a one-night stand, as she no longer believes in romantic entanglements. But Alpha Security operative Trey Hanson trusts his gut, which says this is more than just a fling. When Trey learns that his team has been hired by a senator to protect his daughter, who turns out to be Elle, the assignment becomes personal. Secluding Elle within the Alpha compound helps her bond with the Alpha team but doesn’t stop the abduction attempts. So Trey and Elle relocate to an even more remote place, amping up the sexual tension. Team and couple bantering keeps the focus on the interpersonal as the Alphas work to uncover the culprit behind the threats. This story will appeal to fans who like a heavy romantic aspect to their romantic suspense and don’t mind a heroine who’s constantly imperiled and used as bait. (Apr.)