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Declan by Caitlyn O'Leary

sassytw's review

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4.0

I received a copy in return for an honest review.

I really enjoyed the start of a new series by Caitlyn O'Leary. We met Declan in Her Fierce Seal. He was extremely protective of his friend and went to lengths that bordered on stalkerish but you knew his heart was in the right place. And in Declan we find out just why he is determined to protect those he considers friends and family. I found myself looking past his tendency to hold tight to those he considers his. I even began to envy them as the story progressed. Ms. O'Leary does a wonderful job of pairing characters who appreciate their strengths and weaknesses and Declan an Allison were no exception. I enjoyed seeing the push/pull between Declan and Allison. Allison had secrets and she stood her ground. Declan needed someone who was willing to bend but not break. Ms. O'Leary continues to give us stories that are well rounded as well as well written. Declan was action packed but full of laughter and love. I can't wait to see the rest of the Shadow Alliance members find their happily ever after.

__livesbtweenpgs__'s review

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4.0

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Star Rating: 4 stars

Allison, an FBI agent who is by accounts beautiful. She is arriving in Paraguay to help with a case and is supposed to meet Declan.

Declan the owner of Shadow Alliance, is in Paraguay helping with flood victims and is supposed to meet with an FBI agent.

Overall this was a good read and even though I needed to reread a few things a few times I did enjoy. This one was enjoyable especially the dynamics between Declan and Allison.

The best part of this book is Allison and Declan when he tells her that they are "together". I could go on and on and type out more but I don't do spoilers and....I may or may not be being watched while I type this review, yep!

I never thought I would enjoy this book but I did.

becsa's review

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4.0

This is the first book I have read from this author. While I didn't feel confused I really want to go back and learn more as I think their is definitely some stuff that I am missing. That being said it was because I enjoyed the book so much!

Declan is an alpha male and in total control, yet he cares so much he tends to be overbearing which is funny to read. I loved how he really cared about his group and that's why he needed to know where they were. He has a great group of people working for him and I really hope we get to learn more about them in future books.

Allison has been through so much in her life that it is no wonder why she has reservations about getting close to anyone. Her relationship with Tina Rhodes is super strong and I completely understand why she is trying to clear her name. Hopefully we can see more of Tina in future books as well.

The characters are all great in this book and I can't wait to read more!!

leanner's review

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5.0

Fantastic start to a new series. We meet Declan and his team in Paraguay helping victims of flooding. The team is the Shadow Alliance, ex military men doing good in the world. Allison arrives with the Red Cross only she is FBI, they are looking for the same criminal. Declan could come across as somewhat controlling, needing to know where everyone is and bugging their phones. But his past history will show that he cares for his men like family.
Plenty of action, romance, drama and heart stopping moments. I loved it and look forward to more in this series.

nikkisbooknook's review

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5.0

Holy Hawtness another smashing series!!! Declan is ex military (but not as ex as we think!) and now runs a foundation helping out in various war-torn, disaster zones, with humanitarian supplies and security. He still has issues from a past trauma and feels the need to constantly compensate for it. On a mission with his team in Paraguay he is helping flood victims when he meets and falls in parental love with a certain spunky 4 year old. She is his personal bright spot and he'll do what he can to save her and her family.

Allison may have arrived with the Red Cross but she is Feeb and on the hunt for Declan, looking for information on the man who ruined his life, his nemesis Hal Rhalstead. She may be working off the clock but she has a real need to find Hal and put him out of business personally. Can these 2 alpha personalities work together, along with Declans team to find the bad guy?

Allison and Declan blaze a trail of sizzling chemistry. They both have issues they need to overcome but I almost burst out laughing at Allie response to Declans declaration that they were in a relationship! She brings a whole new meaning to skittish and he just screams caveman, he wants forever and he just has to get her to see things his way! They may get together over a short period of time but it is an intense period and they really get to know each others strengths and weaknesses.

I can't wait to see the rest of the team meet their other halves. KC is gonna go down fighting when she opens her eyes and heart to one Alliance member I think!!!! Now waiting with bated breath for book 2!!!
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