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snaze6's review
5.0
Another fantastic addition to the Black’s Bandits series! Dax is tall, dark and handsome the perfect man to step into the role of bodyguard/fake boyfriend for Roberta ‘Robbie’ Sharpe, romance writer.
I loved how these two characters gradually grow closer and lower their walls. Robbie had closed herself off from people as much as she could get away with since her cheating ex-husband left her for a younger woman, but when she starts to receive threats and threatening messages her publisher doesn’t give a choice other than to let Dax move-in to be her bodyguard.
Dax isn’t wild about his assignment, but his protectee intrigues him. He is extremely protective of her and keeps encouraging her to take steps further and further outside her comfort zone in preparation for a conference they are attending soon in Vegas.
The cookout at Brett and Tallie’s was fun to read. I love seeing these wonderful characters again whether in action or casual settings!
This story has suspense and intrigue surrounding the threats that Robbie receives. Identifying who might be potential suspects frustrates Dax and his team, as nothing seems to fit some of the initially obvious candidates. I always enjoy a bit of mystery and then finding out I was right or in some cases totally surprised.
I received a free ARC from the author and her publisher; and I am voluntarily leaving an unbiased review.
I loved how these two characters gradually grow closer and lower their walls. Robbie had closed herself off from people as much as she could get away with since her cheating ex-husband left her for a younger woman, but when she starts to receive threats and threatening messages her publisher doesn’t give a choice other than to let Dax move-in to be her bodyguard.
Dax isn’t wild about his assignment, but his protectee intrigues him. He is extremely protective of her and keeps encouraging her to take steps further and further outside her comfort zone in preparation for a conference they are attending soon in Vegas.
The cookout at Brett and Tallie’s was fun to read. I love seeing these wonderful characters again whether in action or casual settings!
This story has suspense and intrigue surrounding the threats that Robbie receives. Identifying who might be potential suspects frustrates Dax and his team, as nothing seems to fit some of the initially obvious candidates. I always enjoy a bit of mystery and then finding out I was right or in some cases totally surprised.
I received a free ARC from the author and her publisher; and I am voluntarily leaving an unbiased review.
jigsawgirl's review
4.0
I listened to the audiobook of Black Velvet. I thought both narrators did a great job. I was fully engaged in the book from start to finish.
I can really appreciate the writing when characters fall and profess their love for each other, but you forget that it is technically instalove. Dax and Robbie had such great chemistry and were so in tune.
There was some action, danger, mystery and suspense to this story. I would have enjoyed more interaction with Trent having Robbie put him in his place. I found the identity of the stalker to be apparent early on in the book. The mystery became the reason for Robbie being stalked and what action the stalker was going to take against Robbie.
This is the first book in the series that I have completed. I have a couple of others that I realized are on my TBR/TBL list. Another good thing about this book was it could easily be read as a stand-alone. There were characters that had stories, but their stories did not detract from Dax and Robbie's. I will definitely be backtracking to start this series from the beginning. That is just me. I love to read a series in order.
This would have been a 5 star read, but the stalker was so obvious to me, it took away a bit of the mystery and suspense.
I can really appreciate the writing when characters fall and profess their love for each other, but you forget that it is technically instalove. Dax and Robbie had such great chemistry and were so in tune.
There was some action, danger, mystery and suspense to this story. I would have enjoyed more interaction with Trent having Robbie put him in his place. I found the identity of the stalker to be apparent early on in the book. The mystery became the reason for Robbie being stalked and what action the stalker was going to take against Robbie.
This is the first book in the series that I have completed. I have a couple of others that I realized are on my TBR/TBL list. Another good thing about this book was it could easily be read as a stand-alone. There were characters that had stories, but their stories did not detract from Dax and Robbie's. I will definitely be backtracking to start this series from the beginning. That is just me. I love to read a series in order.
This would have been a 5 star read, but the stalker was so obvious to me, it took away a bit of the mystery and suspense.
books_and_more_books_byt's review
5.0
Black Velvet is the seventh book in the Black’s Bandits series, but I had no trouble reading it as a standalone. The suspense grabbed me from the beginning, and I couldn’t put the book down. It was fast-paced, suspenseful, and easy to read.
Romance writer Roberta “Robbie” Sharpe didn’t think she needed a bodyguard, but her publisher insisted she did after she receives hateful letters and someone broke into her home. Dax didn’t want to play the role of boyfriend, especially to a romance writer.
The chemistry between Robbie and Dax was sizzling and hot from the beginning. I loved seeing their relationship grow and them overcoming their issues. I enjoyed reading the book and will definitely be looking for the next book in the series.
I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Romance writer Roberta “Robbie” Sharpe didn’t think she needed a bodyguard, but her publisher insisted she did after she receives hateful letters and someone broke into her home. Dax didn’t want to play the role of boyfriend, especially to a romance writer.
The chemistry between Robbie and Dax was sizzling and hot from the beginning. I loved seeing their relationship grow and them overcoming their issues. I enjoyed reading the book and will definitely be looking for the next book in the series.
I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
afestivalaparade's review
adventurous
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
avid_read's review
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
shellyreyn85's review
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
"Lowering his head to kiss her was vital to his continued existence."
Well, well, well. Dax Freed is my new book boyfriend. He's tall, dark, handsome, protective, and overall yummy!!
He didn't want to be there. She didn't want him there. But, boy oh boy, I bet they're both happy about it now!!
Hired to protect her from recent death threats, he'll do his job, regardless of his annoyance at the assignment. She's scared, sure, but hates the fact that she needs Dax around, let alone pretending to be her boyfriend. As if!!
When the line between fake and real becomes blurred, the threats against her increase, leading to the biggest betrayal of all.
Can Dax reach her in time to save her? Or will any chance that have for love be taken away from them?
I loved Dax and Roberta's story!! Plus, we still get glimpses of the other Black Bandits that we know and love!!
This was a great addition to the Black Bandit series and I highly recommend it to everyone!!
Well, well, well. Dax Freed is my new book boyfriend. He's tall, dark, handsome, protective, and overall yummy!!
He didn't want to be there. She didn't want him there. But, boy oh boy, I bet they're both happy about it now!!
Hired to protect her from recent death threats, he'll do his job, regardless of his annoyance at the assignment. She's scared, sure, but hates the fact that she needs Dax around, let alone pretending to be her boyfriend. As if!!
When the line between fake and real becomes blurred, the threats against her increase, leading to the biggest betrayal of all.
Can Dax reach her in time to save her? Or will any chance that have for love be taken away from them?
I loved Dax and Roberta's story!! Plus, we still get glimpses of the other Black Bandits that we know and love!!
This was a great addition to the Black Bandit series and I highly recommend it to everyone!!
nikkisbooknook's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Dax & Robbie are a perfect pairing - the romance writer who has fallen out of love with love and the rolling stone protector who thinks love's not for him.
Poor Robbie should have the world at her feet but all the success in the world means nothing when you've been dumped by your cheating ex, your last book has your more "fervent" fans baying for your blood and now you possibly have another stalker!
Dax wanted a rest from his last assignment but when Robbie finally caves to her publisher's demands for a bodyguard, he's off to save the day. He actually read her books in preparation and he thoroughly enjoyed them but he can see why her fans were thrown for a loop - the heroine chose the perfectly nice Doctor - why did she leave her true love and Vampire King???
Robbie is shy and awkward around people and Dax is never lonely in a room full of people. He has a plan to expose her to his friends and colleagues and prep her for her next book signing in Las Vegas. He's also investigating who is out to terrify her.
There are plenty of layers to the story with a horrible ex, stalkers, and vehement fans all wanting their piece of Robbie. Their chemistry is insanely hot and I loved the way Dax brought Robbie out of her shell.
Poor Robbie should have the world at her feet but all the success in the world means nothing when you've been dumped by your cheating ex, your last book has your more "fervent" fans baying for your blood and now you possibly have another stalker!
Dax wanted a rest from his last assignment but when Robbie finally caves to her publisher's demands for a bodyguard, he's off to save the day. He actually read her books in preparation and he thoroughly enjoyed them but he can see why her fans were thrown for a loop - the heroine chose the perfectly nice Doctor - why did she leave her true love and Vampire King???
Robbie is shy and awkward around people and Dax is never lonely in a room full of people. He has a plan to expose her to his friends and colleagues and prep her for her next book signing in Las Vegas. He's also investigating who is out to terrify her.
There are plenty of layers to the story with a horrible ex, stalkers, and vehement fans all wanting their piece of Robbie. Their chemistry is insanely hot and I loved the way Dax brought Robbie out of her shell.
Content Warnings
Minor: Emotional abuse, Kidnapping, Stalking, Toxic relationship, and Gaslighting
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