Suzanne Brockmann has taken romantic suspense by storm with her action-packed thrillers. Now she has written the most gripping novel of her career—an unforgettable story of an explosive hostage situation in which two people are caught between the call of duty and the lure of destiny.
For Lieutenant Teri Howe, one of the best helicopter pilots in the naval reserves, nothing stands in the way of her passion for flying—until a past mistake surfaces, jeopardizing everything she’s worked for.
Senior Chief Stan Wolchonok has made a career of tackling difficult challenges, so it’s no surprise when he comes to Teri’s aid, knowing that his personal code of honor—and perhaps his heart—will be at risk. But when a jet carrying an American senator’s daughter is hijacked, Stan’s unflinching determination and Teri’s steadfast courage are put to the ultimate test. The rescue mission will be daring and dangerous. But somewhere between peril and resolution, the line between friends and lovers begins to blur, pushing both their lives over the edge.
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"I loved this book! Stan and Teri's story is a little bit frustrating because of Stan's stubbornness, but it was still great. Sam & Alyssa...what can I say? It's really nice getting their backstory since I already know how their relationship ends. I know I'd hate reading this particular installment if I didn't know everything turns out ok in the end! The only downside to this book was the WWII story...I just didn't like it as much as I've liked others."
— Me (4 out of 5 stars)
“A taut, edgy thriller.”
— Linda Howard, New York Times bestselling author“Continuing the always-engrossing saga of SEAL Team 16, remarkable author Suzanne Brockmann allows Senior Chief Stan to have his story told.”
— RT Book Reviews (4½ stars, Top Pick!)“Taut suspense, sharp dialogue and splashes of humor help maintain the novel’s swift pacing, and Brockmann’s complex characters will capture the reader’s sympathy.”
— Publishers Weekly" Stan is an unlikely romantic hero but he and Teri work as a couple. "
— anne, 10/14/2016" Too many people convinced that their romantic interest could never love someone as unlovable as themselves. "
— Blinkin'ijiot, 2/16/2014" Oh my this story has everything. Love, death, suspense, evil, and new life. I did not want to put this one down. "
— Katherine, 1/29/2014" It's not a bad book. I'm just not a fan of romance novels. If you like romance you'd probably enjoy it. It is one of the better ones I've read. "
— Catherine, 1/28/2014" Loved every moment of this. Scary and tense, but also searingly emotional. Gina blew me away. Sam and Alyssa ... *happy/sad sigh* "
— Hanna, 1/13/2014" Every book of hers I read, when I get near the end I cannot put it down. They're so good! "
— Jenifer, 12/11/2013" Once again, I could do without the WWII flashbacks. I enjoyed Locke & Starret, till the end. And Teri pulling out all that emotional stuff in front of Stan's teammates seemed inappropriate & even disrespectful. But it was good. "
— Jenni, 12/8/2013" Although I really enjoy all of Suz's books, I think I loved this one the best! "
— Lisa, 12/2/2013" The first book I read in the Troubleshooter series. I've really enjoyed this series about Navy Seals. It's had it's ups and downs, but then I think every series does. "
— D, 11/24/2013" I've read the 1st two of this series...kind of a guilty pleasure...Navy SEALS versus terrorists and the SEAL's love lives...very enjoyable "
— Mark, 3/30/2013" One of my favorite books...I've re-read several times. Be warned, this book has some intense scenes, and parts are very hard to read. Includes some very adult topics, including gang rape! But an excellent, interesting, compelling story! :) "
— Louise, 9/10/2012Suzanne Brockmann is the author of more than fifty novels, many of which are New York Times bestsellers. As one of the leading authors of romantic suspense novels, she was awarded the 2018 Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award, one of the highest honors bestowed by the Romance Writers of America (RWA). Her work has earned her numerous other awards, including two RITA Awards, four best-of-year awards from RT Book Reviews, and RWA’s #1 Favorite Book of the Year award.
Patrick Lawlor, an award-winning narrator, is also an accomplished stage actor, director, and combat choreographer. He has worked extensively off Broadway and has been an actor and stuntman in both film and television. He has been an Audie Award finalist multiple times and has garnered several AudioFile Earphones Awards, a Publishers Weekly Listen-Up Award, and many starred audio reviews from Library Journal and Kirkus Reviews.
Melanie Ewbank has performed in numerous film and regional theater productions. She also appeared on the Lifetime television series Strong Medicine.