Sandy S.
JUSTIFY ME by J. Kenner is a contemporary, adult, erotic, romantic suspense novella in the author’s Stark International series that crosses over with Lexi Blake’s Masters and Mercenaries series. This is McKay-Taggart operative Riley Blade, and PA Natasha Black’s story line. For fans of Kenner’s Stark series, we were first introduced to Natasha and Riley in Wicked Dirty. Told from first person point of view (Natasha), and third person perspective (Riley) JUSTIFY ME follows the rekindling romance between Hollywood PA Natasha Black, and McKay-Taggart operative Riley Blade. On a layover at LAX Riley will discover that the woman from his past, Natasha Black, has been targeted by an unknown stalker. Not leaving anything to chance, Riley volunteers his time and knowledge to protect the woman he has always loved. What ensues is the second chance relationship between our leading couple, and the potential fall-out as Natasha’s stalker makes good on their threats. JUSTIFY ME is a quick, erotic read with some light BDSM sexual scenarios; another sexy and sassy story line about second chances, jealousy, betrayal and a happily ever after. J. Kenner adds another dimension to her Stark International series as Riley and Natasha discover the kink in their growing relationship. The premise is captivating; the romance is edgy; the characters are colorful and energetic.
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Lee Lowerre
SMOKING HOT! Julie Kenner WINS AGAIN! I felt the heat from my head to my toes and everywhere in between. When Riley Blade, the operative from the McKay-Taggart Security team is contacted by Lyle Tarpin because Natasha Black the gorgeous love of his life is needing protection, he just can't walk away. No matter how much he knows its not the right thing to do..... Riley worked with her dad, was there when thngs turned bad and was always reminded of the past when she saw him. Determined to fine her stalker they are both but to the test....desire, BDSM, sex, love, lust, heat..... Can they survive this game of smoke and mirrors of feelings or will their chemistry combust before their own eyes. A true page turner....... A sizzling story of two people who have history but chemistry that in Dynamite..... loved this one.
Marina M
This was simply sinfully good. J. Kenner is one of my favorite authors and lately I've been really obsessed with Lexi Blake's writing. So getting a story that combines the two together is like a dream come true. When I first read Lyle and Sugar's story, I was definitely intrigued by the history between Riley and Natasha. So my expectations were pretty high to begin with. And let just say that the book was everything I hoped it would be, and so much more. For me, this was a beautiful romantic story of discovering oneself again. A story of healing and finding love again. Natasha and Riley's story is marked by an awful tragedy that has scarred them so deep that years later, it still rules their lives. Until an unknown danger threatens the safe and tidy world they build for themselves. I am not going to reveal anything more but in my opinion, this is a must read. Especially if you are a J. Kenner or Lexi Blake fan :)