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Line of Fire by A.K. Evans | Book Review

Apr. 27, 2021

Line of Fire by A.K. Evans | Book Review


Line of Fire by A.K. Evans | Book Reviewfive-stars
Line of Fire by A.K. Evans
Series: Archer Tactical #1
Genres: Romantic Suspense

Protected.

That’s how Kaia Banks spent the better part of her childhood. Raised by an abusive father, Kaia relied on her older sister to keep her safe.

But Kaia’s all grown up now. And when her relationship places her in the line of fire, Kaia takes matters into her own hands.

Remi Archer is no stranger to surprise. As part owner of Archer Tactical, it’s his job to prepare himself and others for unpredictable situations.

Unfortunately, no amount of training will prepare him for Kaia.

When the gorgeous woman requests he train her, Remi can’t say no. But once Remi uncovers the truth about why Kaia needs to defend herself, he realizes it’s the moment he’s been preparing for his entire career.

And he’ll stop at nothing to protect the woman who has stolen his heart.

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This is the first in A.K. Evans’ new series and what a way to start a book! It is simply awesome for lack of a better word! I will say there are some situations in this book that could be triggers for some, so be prepared. This book had me on such an emotional rollercoaster but a good one.

Kaia was protected from her abusive father by her older sister. She has made her home in Poppy Valley (I love the name, by the way) After being put into a position where she can’t protect herself she decides she needs to learn and is referred to Archer Tactical. It is there that she meets Remi who is more than a little taken with the woman he is training.

As I said, I enjoyed this book and Remi and Kaia are both such great characters. They are well written and developed. This is a great start to this series and I am eager to see what comes.

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About A.K. Evans

A.K.-Evans

A.K. Evans is a contemporary romance author of over twenty published novels. While she enjoys writing a good romantic suspense novel, Andrea’s favorite books to write have been her extreme sports romances. That might have something to do with the fact that she, along with her husband and two sons, can’t get enough of extreme sports.

Before becoming a writer, Andrea did a brief stint in the insurance and financial services industry and managed her husband’s performance automotive business. That love of extreme sports? She used to drive race cars!

When Andrea isn’t writing, she can be found homeschooling her two sons, doing yoga, snowboarding, reading, or traveling with her family. She and her husband are currently taking road trips throughout the country to visit all 50 states with their boys.

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  1. Bea LaRocca says

    May 4, 2021 at 1:54 am

    Thank you for sharing your review and the book and author details, this sounds like an awesome read. The cover is gorgeous too, isn’t it?

    Reply
  2. LeonieT says

    May 4, 2021 at 11:53 am

    Love your review and best of all it’s on KU!

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  3. Kelly Kimmell says

    May 4, 2021 at 12:02 pm

    Always a good book review, looks like an interesting story.

    Reply
  4. heather says

    May 4, 2021 at 7:27 pm

    Great review thank you for sharing it. This sounds like one I would enjoy.

    Reply
  5. Judy Thomas says

    May 6, 2021 at 4:53 pm

    I love books with a strong hero in them!

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  6. bn100 says

    June 27, 2021 at 4:34 pm

    haven’t read this series

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  7. Jenn says

    November 11, 2021 at 2:08 am

    I think I would be interested in this series.. Remi and Kaia do sound like great characters!

    Reply
  8. Linda says

    November 12, 2021 at 1:49 am

    Wow, this sounds very good! Remi and Kaia do sound like great characters.

    Reply
  9. Eva Millien says

    December 22, 2021 at 4:04 pm

    Sounds like a great book as the does the rest of the series! Thanks for shairng your review with me and have a magical holiday season!

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  10. Piroska says

    January 27, 2022 at 5:17 pm

    This book sounds very interesting. I love emotional reads. Nice cover!

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  11. Phyllis Huebbe says

    April 29, 2022 at 9:54 am

    I like the cover on this book,and the story line sounds interesting.

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