TBR Day. Deadly Descent / Kaylea Cross. 2011

So in my previous post I reported that I'd be having a hysterectomy because I had an early form of uterine cancer. I'm now home recovering, doing very well, and grateful for a pathology report that said the cancer was contained and further treatment isn't necessary. Just regular screenings.

I didn't think I'd get a TBR post done because I wasn't paying close attention to the calendar and thought it'd be too soon after surgery. But I got it done! It's short, but it's done. Yay me.


It's paranormal/romantic suspense month in Ye Olde TBR Challenge and I chose this military suspense novel that's been languishing on my Kindle for way too long. This is Book 1 in Kaylea Cross's Bagram Special Ops series. The series involves American military personnel stationed at Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan.

Deadly Descent is the story of Devon Crawford, an officer and Black Hawk pilot, who is fighting her attraction to Cam Munro an enlisted Pararescueman. Cam is off-limits because of anti-fraternization rules in the military. But just when Devon allows herself to explore a romantic relationship with Cam, despite the rules, they are both caught up in a dangerous mission that finds Devon and her crew shot down behind enemy lines with Cam nearby attempting a rescue before it's too late.

I really, really liked this book. I know very little about the military or conditions in a war zone, but the descriptions felt very authentic and real to me. The suspense element was extremely well done. I was totally caught up in the second half of the book when Devon is shot down. Cross did an excellent job of describing all of the things that made the rescue difficult and building the tension until they are all finally out of danger.

A number of characters are introduced in the beginning of the book--clearly characters who will show up in later books. But they weren't shoved in my face, and several of them were integral to this story. I am now very interested in reading the rest of the books in the series. So if you like a tense thriller, and have an interest in a military romance, I do recommend this book.

Comments

  1. I've read the whole series and really liked all of them.

    In other news... I am sooooo glad that everything was contained and no more is necessary. Still keeping you in my thoughts.

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    1. Thanks so much, Lori! I really appreciate it. I'm also glad to know you liked the whole series. I usually like what you like :)

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  2. I'm glad you're getting better and feeling more relieved! At least, I hope you do. ;)

    This story seems interesting, I'm adding it to my own pile lol
    Enjoy your readings!

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    1. Thanks Sonia! I am indeed. And I hope you like the book!

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  3. I missed your original post, but am so glad your surgery went well!

    I think I have a Kaylea Cross book on my TBR (maybe two!), will have to check her out now.

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  4. I'm so glad the surgery went well, and that's great news re: follow-up treatment!

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  5. So happy for you! Still, how are you holding up? It has been a while since I've been here.

    Hugs

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    1. Thank you! Physically I'm doing just great--fully recovered. 2015 sure was full of challenges, though. Not just my surgery by family issues as well. I think I'm glad to see 2016 finally arrive. Thanks for stopping in and for the hugs. I needed those :)

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