Ruthless by Christy Reece

An Option Zero Novel (Book 4)

July 27, 2023

Romantic Suspense/Espionage Thriller

 

A country in peril.
Two broken hearts.
One brutal lie.

Having been betrayed in the worst way possible, Eve Wells doesn’t find trust easy to give. But if there’s one person she can trust with everything, it’s her OZ partner, Gideon Wright. He is her one true confidant and knows everything about her. They would never lie to each other. When disaster strikes, her body isn’t the only thing broken. The truth is revealed, and she’s devastated to learn everything she believed about him was a lie.

For over a decade, Gideon has been living on borrowed time. He had known that once Eve discovered the truth, nothing would ever be the same. But he had made an oath, one he would die before he would betray. He never planned on falling in love with her. She was his to protect but not to love. They couldn’t be together, not in the way he wanted. Now that everything’s out in the open, they must forge a new path. Mending Eve’s broken heart won’t be easy, but he won’t give up. He’ll do whatever it takes to earn back her trust.

Something wicked is headed their way. Something neither of them could have anticipated. If they fight separately, they will lose. If they join together, they’ll win, but the aftermath could eviscerate all they had before.

Some things are worth fighting for, and some things are worth dying for. After all the heartbreak and deception, Eve and Gideon must find that one true thing that’s worth living for before it’s too late.

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Christy Reece, New York Times Bestselling Author of Dark Romantic Suspense

REVIEW

A romantic suspense with lots of action and suspense. The story is driven by the characters deep connection to one another though there are a lot of secrets and betrayals. I loved the early connection of the characters and especially the impact it had on Gideon. Eve’s background is unique to this series (love it) but her skills are definitely elite OZ operative. Gideon is so devoted and protective of Eve that he repeatedly takes her choices from her. Their dedication and respect for one another as well as their mutual attraction comes off the pages. This is a complete story but all the books in the series are a continuation of the OZ team seeking justice and I have a feeling that the threat that this couple faced isn’t quite over and will play out in future books. Christy writes intriguing stories with complex characters. I love every single book she has written.

Reviewed by Comfy Chair Books (Lisa Reigel) July 26, 2023

ARC provided by author; purchased eBook copy

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Welcome to the world of Option Zero

Beneath a barrage of bullets and destruction, six men defied death and betrayal to form an unbreakable bond of friendship and loyalty. Though the people responsible sought to destroy them, in the end, they only made them stronger.

And like a Phoenix rising from those ashes of destruction, Option Zero was born.

Both hated and respected, OZ works under the cover of anonymity. They have free rein–as long as they don’t get caught. If that ever happens, they’ll be tried and convicted without help from any government.

Receiving intel from multiple sources throughout the world enables OZ to do things ordinary citizens could never accomplish. But they’re living on borrowed time. Many have tried to take them down, and at some point, someone will succeed. It’s a price they’re willing pay.

The warriors of OZ will stop at nothing to achieve their objectives.

 

Option Zero Series

Christy Reece’s newest series, Option Zero, feature her most mysterious and fascinating characters to date. Led by Asher Drake, OZ operatives are elite warriors who will stop at nothing to achieve their objectives. Lots of action, mystery, suspense, intrigue, and romance are included in the OZ books.

 

Book 1: Merciless

Book 2: Relentless

Book 3:  Heartless

Book 4: Ruthless

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

NYT Bestselling Author Christy Reece lives in Alabama with her husband and a menagerie of fur-kids. When she’s not writing, reading, or daydreaming, she enjoys going to the movies or cooking the occasional meal. Christy loves spending time with her family, is an avid football fan, and a great believer in love conquering all.

Christy’s books feature strong alpha males, smart, courageous women, evil villains, action, adventure, romance, and always a happy ending.

There are ten books in her award winning Last Chance Rescue series, Rescue Me, Return To Me, Run To Me, No Chance, Second Chance, Last Chance, Sweet Justice, Sweet Revenge, Sweet Reward, and Chances Are.

The LCR Elite series, a spin-off of her Last Chance Rescue series, includes Running On Empty, Chance Encounter, Running Scared, Running Wild, and Running Strong.

The Grey Justice romantic suspense series features a small, secretive group of dedicated individuals who help victims of crime seek justice. There are four books in the series, Nothing To Lose, Whatever It Takes, Too Far Gone, and A Matter of Justice

Christy’s newest series, Option Zero, features her most mysterious and fascinating characters to date. Led by Asher Drake, OZ operatives are elite warriors who will stop at nothing to achieve their objectives. Lots of action, mystery, suspense, intrigue, and romance are included in the OZ books. Merciless is the first book in the series, with at least five more planned.

Christy has also written a steamy, southern suspense series under the pen name, Ella Grace. The Wildefire series consists of three books: Midnight Secrets, Midnight Lies, and Midnight Shadows.

Visit Christy at:  http://www.christyreece.com  to learn more about her upcoming books

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