Book Review: Brighter than the Sun (KGI #11) by Maya Banks

Brighter than the Sun (KGI #11)
by Maya Banks
March 7th 2017
by Berkley Books
Mass Market Paperback
336 pages
Searing action and passion ignite the latest KGI novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Darkest Before Dawn.

The Kelly Group International (KGI): A super-elite, top secret, family-run business.
Qualifications: High intelligence, rock-hard body, military background.
Mission: Hostage/kidnap victim recovery. Intelligence gathering.
Handling jobs the U.S. government can’t...

As the last unattached member of the Kelly clan, Joe is more than ready to risk life and limb on any mission he’s assigned to, but when it comes to love, he’ll keep his distance. He’s content to watch his brothers become thoroughly domesticated. 

Zoe’s had nothing but heartbreak in her life, and she’s determined to start over with a completely new identity, thanks to her college friend, Rusty Kelly. But it’s the gorgeous smile and tender words of Joe Kelly that begin to weaken her resolve to never risk her heart again. And Joe will have to put everything on the line to save Zoe, when secrets of her past resurface—and threaten to tear them apart.

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Joe one of the members of the Kelley Group International has no problem risking his life daily on any mission he is assigned. In fact he will gladly take it on. But love, no way, that he will not risk. Not a limb, a heart, nothing. He has been watching his brothers one by one get plucked off and enter the world of domestication. Don’t get me wrong, he is happy for his bothers for they are happy, but it is a world he is just not interested in until he meets his sister’s friend Zoe, where something is just a bit off but he can’t put his finger on it. He is determined to find out.

Zoe has a new identity no thanks to the constant heartbreak in her life that has actually forced her into hiding. Zoe is determined to start fresh, although maybe not into a relationship of any kind but at least a fresh start at a new life. One that she can be who she really is and not someone who people think she should be. With the help of her old college friend Rusty she now has a legit new identity and look.

Joe can sense something is off about Zoe; jittery, nervous why? His sister Rusty is not giving him anything. As Joe removes the layers from Zoe and she slowly resolves and warms to him what Joe unveils is not what he expected, his heart her secrets. Now Joe will put everything on the line to save her.

Great story line, love the characters especially Rusty who is my favorite. Rusty is feisty and knows what she wants and will stop at nothing to prove it and she sure did at that. The transforming relationship between Joe and Zoe, Zoe fighting it and Joe realizing his brothers were right. When you find the one, you just know.

All in all great story, I definitely recommend.

Review: Darkest Before Dawn (KGI #10)
5 New Life Sheep

Tammy K

About the Author:

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I live in Texas with my husband and three children and our assortment of pets. I’m more of a cat person, but my daughter became convinced she NEEDED a dog.

When I’m not writing, I love to hunt and fish with my family. We all love the outdoors and go on family hunting trips every year. We also love to travel.

Perhaps the most rewarding aspect of a writing career is getting to meet so many wonderful readers. There’s nothing better than dishing books with someone who loves the romance genre as much as I do. Romance readers are passionate and vocal. We love our books, love our happily ever afters, and we love to spend time talking to others about our favorites. THIS is why I love my job so much, and I’m so grateful to readers who gave ME a chance when I began my career. So thank you.

Book Review:Brighter Than the Sun (Charley Davidson #8.5) by Darynda Jones

Brighter Than the Sun (Charley Davidson #8.5)

by Darynda Jones
October 6th 2015 by St. Martin's Press
ebook, 112 pages
All his life, Reyes Alexander Farrow has suffered the torments of the damned. Only one thing has given him hope: the woman who radiates a light that no mortals can see; a light that only the departed can see...

Told from his point of view, BRIGHTER THAN THE SUN chronicles the first time Reyes ever encountered Charley, and how their relationship has been the one thing that can either save him or doom him.

It has been a while since I have indulged by obsession with Charlie Davidson and Reyes Farrow. I have had this book on my TBR shelf since last year but was busy reviewing many other great book and it was lost in the pile. Picking this up was like returning home.

After the initial chapter I regained my bearings and once again became emerged in the story of Reyes. The story of his beginning and purpose for discovering Charlie (Dutch) in this earthly platform only adds to his intrigue (although a lot of the story was eluded to or already included in some of the other issues). It was nice to dedicate an entire issue to his voice.

Mesmerizing ...a term I don't throw around lightly but use easily for this series written by Darynda Jones. Who wouldn't be enticed by a "bad boy gone good", hunter turned protector and a vessel of light put here to help humanity. Sign me up for the decades of stories I can envision as these two continue to battle the dark side! And thank you Ms. Jones for telling Reyes' story and putting more meat on the table. I think it is a good thing this was not the initial book in the series because it means more to those of us that are already familiar with Reyes and Charlie. This novella was not absolutely necessary for the health and welfare of these reads but definitely is a decadent dessert for those of use that enjoy everything Reyes!

Getting 5 sheep from this obsessed fan.

Jeanie G.

About the Author:
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NYTimes and USA Today Bestselling Author Darynda Jones has won numerous awards for her work, including a prestigious Golden Heart®, a Rebecca, two Hold Medallions, a RITA ®, and a Daphne du Maurier, and she has received stellar reviews from dozens of publications including starred reviews from Publisher’s Weekly, Booklist, and the Library Journal. As a born storyteller, Darynda grew up spinning tales of dashing damsels and heroes in distress for any unfortunate soul who happened by, annoying man and beast alike, and she is ever so grateful for the opportunity to carry on that tradition. She currently has two series with St. Martin’s Press: The Charley Davidson Series and the Darklight Trilogy. She lives in the Land of Enchantment, also known as New Mexico, with her husband of almost 30 years and two beautiful sons, the Mighty, Mighty Jones Boys.