After I read Unknown Threat the first book in Lynn H. Blackburn's "Defend and Protect" series I wanted more. When I had the opportunity to join Ms. Blackburn's Launch Team for the second book in the series, Malicious Intent I was beyond ecstatic. This book did not disappoint. From the first sentence to the last I was held captive by the characters, the suspense, the romance and even some laughter. This book even exceeds the first book in the series. Read my review of Unknown Threat here.
The lead characters are Dr. Ivy Collins, founder and CEO of Hedera, Inc., and US Secret Service Agent Gil Dixon. The backstory lets the reader know that in their youth these two characters were best friends and they were each other's first love. That is until Ivy left abruptly with no explanation. It is now fifteen years later. Ivy is working on a new prosthetic that is on the cutting edge of science but someone is trying to stop her. Gil is working on a counterfeit ring and his first encounter with Ivy since their youth is when he appears at her door to discuss the fact that some of the counterfeit money came through Hedera, Inc. When Gil and Zane arrive they find her front door ajar... By the end of the first chapter, you cannot put this book down.
Ms. Blackburn has created a great team of characters that are well-developed and who embed themselves within your thoughts so that you crave more and more from this wonderful author.
Within the covers of this book, you will find second-chance romance, suspense, some laughter, and a whole lot of intrigue. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves good romantic suspense.
On a 5-Star Scale = 5 HUGE Stars.
I received an ARC of Malicious Intent from the publisher. I have chosen to leave an honest review.
Smiles & Blessings,
