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Unforgiven by Rebecca Zanetti Series: Deep Ops #5
Published by Zebra on June 7, 2022
Genres: Romantic Suspense
Pages: 344
Format: eARC
Source: NetGalley
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Gemma Falls never expected to use her game theory expertise to outrun a killer. But for years, that skill is all that kept her one step ahead of a deadly stalker. When Gemma gets the chance to teach at D.C. University, she hopes she and her young daughter have found a safe harbor. The only flaw is the arrogant philosophy professor who’s always underfoot giving unwanted advice—in his sexy British accent . . .Hide:
Jethro Hanson has blood on his hands. He’s working within ivy-covered university halls now, but he knows that his work with the Deep Ops team and the deadly acts he once committed for the sake of Queen and country place him beyond forgiveness—until he meets Gemma . . .Seek:
Soon, the passion between them stuns them both. But when Jethro discovers a threat is fast overtaking her, he must choose between the redemption he seeks—and releasing the ever-present killer inside . .
I’m enjoying the romantic suspense in the Deep Ops series. There is a new couple in each story. The characters and situation are rather over the top, not quite realistic or believable. Although the humor is a bit ridiculous with quirky characters, the violence is gritty. There’s a dog and a cat on the team.
I totally felt for Gemma. She has been on the run with her daughter, Trudy. I hated for her how she couldn’t trust anyone, even when she needs help. She makes sure her daughter has the best, and makes sacrifices herself. Her mother and ex-fiance are the scum of the earth. I appreciate how Gemma is willing to skirt the law in some ways, but tries to follow it in others. Trudy tickles me pink.
Jethro is connected with the Deep-Ops team and since Wolfe has decided they are best friends, it’s happening. No matter how much Jethro wants to solve his own problems and keep his friends out of it. The more dangerous things become, he realizes he will have to let them help, because Gemma and Trudy are at risk. It is a sad situation for him with the bad guy. At least he has his MI6 twins, who drop everything to come to his aid.
Jethro and Gemma come together pretty quickly which is not unusual for romantic suspense. The danger puts them more closely together and intensifies everything. Besides, Trudy has decided. I enjoy the found family feeling of this team and how they protect and help each other.
About Rebecca Zanetti
New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Zanetti has worked as an art curator, Senate aide, lawyer, college professor, and a hearing examiner – only to culminate it all in stories about Alpha males and the women who claim them. She is a member of RWA, has won awards for her works throughout the industry, and has a journalism degree with a poly sci emphasis from Pepperdine University as well as a Juris Doctorate from the University of Idaho.
Growing up amid the glorious backdrops and winter wonderlands of the Pacific Northwest has given Rebecca fantastic scenery and adventures to weave into her stories. She resides in the wild north with her husband, children, and extended family who inspire her every day-or at the very least give her plenty of characters to write about.
I read all types of books but my favorites are urban fantasy and romantic suspense.I like some romance and some action / adventure / mystery in everything.I like sex in my books but please, only between TWO people.Intimate conversation is equally important to the sex in a book.It lets me see the characters.The other thing I enjoy is humor.
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I dropped off with this series, but I need to pick it up again because I loved it. This latest sounds fab.
These are always quirky, just a bit not realistic. But they are fun and the characters are sort of a found family which cares about each other and I can get behind that.
Try as I might I can’t seem to squeeze this series in. Wonderful review, Anne, and I’m glad it’s still holding up💜
It’s very quirky but I’m enjoying it.
I haven’t got to read this one yet, I can’t wait! Thanks for sharing your review, Anne and have a fantastic weekend!
Thanks Eva. I hope you enjoy it.
Nice review, I’m so glad you enjoyed it.
Thank you Wendy!
What a wonderful review, this sounds so exciting.
I’m reading Taken, book 1.5 I think. I’m enjoying this series but have been reading it out of order. lol
It’s a fun quirky series and rather action packed.
I love romantic suspense and have been wanting to try this series. I really like that each book in the series features a new couple. I need to pick this series up!
I hope you enjoy it. It’s more quirky than my typical romantic suspense reads. I like the military ones like Pamela Clare or Kaylea Cross or the original favorite Suzanne Brockmann.
Sounds like another one of Zanetti’s books that I would really enjoy. 🙂
It is a fun and enjoyable book.
I really should read more by Rebecca Zanetti
I really enjoy her books but they are a bit quirky.
I’m not a huge romantic suspense reader, but it sounds like you enjoyed this one! Great review!
Romantic suspense is one of my favorite genres. Zanetti writes a lot of it and I enjoy them, although they are a bit quirky.