Scan barcode
prettynerdy3's review
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
tense
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? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Violence, Blood, Cursing, Death of parent, Gun violence, Alcohol, Physical abuse, Rape, Suicide, Kidnapping, and Torture
b0okcupidity's review
5.0
I loved this book - one to go on my favorites list.
Great balance of hot romance with complicated, real characters and a really exciting, plot driven thrill ride.
I really, really like Laura Griffin's books, so much so that I have a NetGalley account beacuse I CAN'T WAIT to read the next one. I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review, so thanks, NetGalley.
Reasons to read Laura Griffin's Romantic Suspense:
1.) Great plot. No silly, over-the-top stalkers or jaded cops out to get revenge. No baby plots and no jealousy tropes. Stories that you literally could see happening today which keep you on the edge of your seat. This one, in particular, is a terrorist plot that you can literally imagine being reality.
2.) Hot romance. Not just a case of insta-love - but some worthy lust-to-love couplings that leave you smiling and happy, but are often relatable in their imperfection. (Probably the most relatable thing about them is that the people are flawed -- because, lets get real, I don't even know an FBI agent or Navy Seal - I once new a guy who went on to be Special Forces, and someone who aspired to be in the FBI. Maybe I hang out in the wrong circles).
3.) Super writing - good flow, good pacing.
My only complaint is that Laura Griffin needs to write faster so I don't have to wait another year more.
Great balance of hot romance with complicated, real characters and a really exciting, plot driven thrill ride.
I really, really like Laura Griffin's books, so much so that I have a NetGalley account beacuse I CAN'T WAIT to read the next one. I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review, so thanks, NetGalley.
Reasons to read Laura Griffin's Romantic Suspense:
1.) Great plot. No silly, over-the-top stalkers or jaded cops out to get revenge. No baby plots and no jealousy tropes. Stories that you literally could see happening today which keep you on the edge of your seat. This one, in particular, is a terrorist plot that you can literally imagine being reality.
2.) Hot romance. Not just a case of insta-love - but some worthy lust-to-love couplings that leave you smiling and happy, but are often relatable in their imperfection. (Probably the most relatable thing about them is that the people are flawed -- because, lets get real, I don't even know an FBI agent or Navy Seal - I once new a guy who went on to be Special Forces, and someone who aspired to be in the FBI. Maybe I hang out in the wrong circles).
3.) Super writing - good flow, good pacing.
My only complaint is that Laura Griffin needs to write faster so I don't have to wait another year more.
hannah109's review
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
labraden's review
4.0
Elizabeth LeBlanc, FBI agent, and Derek Vaughn, SEAL, have been dancing around each other for more than a year as their paths continually cross due cases that one or the other is working on, but Derek is feeling the need, more than ever, to seek out Elizabeth after the death of his teammate, Seth, during their last SEAL mission. Elizabeth has been chosen to work on a case that might lead to terrorists planning an attack on American soil in Houston, Texas. Derek wants in on the case because it involves the same group that killed Seth. The more they discover, the more Derek and Elizabeth realize that they need to pool their resources in order to stop this attack.
Derek and Elizabeth met in a previous Tracers book and have appeared in several since, making their growing relationship more realistic. Derek has a bold, sarcastic, and persistent personality that makes his character stand out from previous heroes in this series. Even though the Tracers in the Delphi Center are not used much, this is still another really good entry in the Tracers Series.
Derek and Elizabeth met in a previous Tracers book and have appeared in several since, making their growing relationship more realistic. Derek has a bold, sarcastic, and persistent personality that makes his character stand out from previous heroes in this series. Even though the Tracers in the Delphi Center are not used much, this is still another really good entry in the Tracers Series.
booksuperpower's review
5.0
Beyond Limits by Laura Griffin is a 2015 Gallery Books publication. I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
Laura Griffin rules the military style romantic suspense genre. This eighth installment in the Tracers series does not disappoint.
Elizabeth is an FBI agent still struggling with the aftermath of her last case and the lingering feelings she has for Navy SEAL Derek Vaughn.
When a terrorist cell is discovered that has big plans for Texas, Elizabeth and Derek find themselves face to face once again and the chemistry between them is just as strong as ever.
For Derek the FBI is not moving fast enough. Lives are stake as the possibility arises that chemical warfare is the terrorist weapon of choice. Instead of wading through bureaucracy, red tapes and waffling, which is the FBI in a nutshell, he wants to gain Intel from Elizabeth and use it go after the terrorist himself.
From start to finish the action is non-stop and suspense gets more intense with each chapter. This story touches on several themes. The work of the SEALS, and vast difference in methods they employee as opposed to government agencies. If this scenario was a real live case, I think I would have to put my money on the SEALS. The FBI might let us all die.
The effects of war, the honor among SEALS, the impact it has on the personal lives of the men is also an undercurrent.
Derek is my kind of guy. He pulls no punches, gets the job done and means business. We really need more guys like this one! Oh and he's a super hot SEAL and that makes him super sexy too. Elizabeth was a bit timid, sort of damaged after all she had been through before she took on this case. She doesn't fight Derek too hard when he wants information from her even though she knows he is using her for the Intel. Despite her issues, she is no shrinking violet when comes to doing her job and is as serious as Derek about catching the terrorists before the worst happens.
The romance in this one is not quite as heated as some previous books in the series, but the story line here is just really, really intense and serious and there is a lot going on, so I thought it was more realistic. That is not to say the romance is not hot, just fewer love scenes. This couple has a few challenges to face but if they are as determined to work on their relationship as they do in other areas of their lives , then I think they are going to be just fine.
Overall I have to say I enjoyed this book as much as all the others in the series. If you are fan of this author then snap up your copy now, you won't regret it. If you new to this author, never fear, you can read this one as a stand alone. Once you do, you will want to read all Laura Griffin novels! 4.5 stars .
Laura Griffin rules the military style romantic suspense genre. This eighth installment in the Tracers series does not disappoint.
Elizabeth is an FBI agent still struggling with the aftermath of her last case and the lingering feelings she has for Navy SEAL Derek Vaughn.
When a terrorist cell is discovered that has big plans for Texas, Elizabeth and Derek find themselves face to face once again and the chemistry between them is just as strong as ever.
For Derek the FBI is not moving fast enough. Lives are stake as the possibility arises that chemical warfare is the terrorist weapon of choice. Instead of wading through bureaucracy, red tapes and waffling, which is the FBI in a nutshell, he wants to gain Intel from Elizabeth and use it go after the terrorist himself.
From start to finish the action is non-stop and suspense gets more intense with each chapter. This story touches on several themes. The work of the SEALS, and vast difference in methods they employee as opposed to government agencies. If this scenario was a real live case, I think I would have to put my money on the SEALS. The FBI might let us all die.
The effects of war, the honor among SEALS, the impact it has on the personal lives of the men is also an undercurrent.
Derek is my kind of guy. He pulls no punches, gets the job done and means business. We really need more guys like this one! Oh and he's a super hot SEAL and that makes him super sexy too. Elizabeth was a bit timid, sort of damaged after all she had been through before she took on this case. She doesn't fight Derek too hard when he wants information from her even though she knows he is using her for the Intel. Despite her issues, she is no shrinking violet when comes to doing her job and is as serious as Derek about catching the terrorists before the worst happens.
The romance in this one is not quite as heated as some previous books in the series, but the story line here is just really, really intense and serious and there is a lot going on, so I thought it was more realistic. That is not to say the romance is not hot, just fewer love scenes. This couple has a few challenges to face but if they are as determined to work on their relationship as they do in other areas of their lives , then I think they are going to be just fine.
Overall I have to say I enjoyed this book as much as all the others in the series. If you are fan of this author then snap up your copy now, you won't regret it. If you new to this author, never fear, you can read this one as a stand alone. Once you do, you will want to read all Laura Griffin novels! 4.5 stars .
clak5686's review
4.0
Navy SEAL Derek Vaughn and FBI Agent Liz LeBlanc met in the previous Tracers novel, Exposed. It's a year later and Derek's SEAL Team recovers sensitive information about a potential terrorist threat on American soil. Elizabeth has been tasked to the team working on the threat. Derek pursued Liz during the last book but did not get anywhere. He's contacted her when he's been in country but she's been ignoring him. Now, he has 10 days leave and he's going after her. He also wants to work on the case because he's concerned the FBI doesn't have the right skill set to stop the potential attack. The romance and they suspense in this book are well balanced. The story was interesting and kept me reading. I was also rooting for Derek & Liz. I enjoyed the story and loved the ending.
More...