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4.0 out of 5 stars
Jules steals many scenes.,
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This review is from: Hot Target: A Novel (Hardcover)
Navy SEAL Chief Cosmo Richter is dedicated to his job. He hates being out of the action for even a brief time. Needless-to-say, he does not take a vacation unless forced to do so. When circumstances force him to take a month of leave time, he offers his services to Troubleshooters Incorporated. ("T.I." was founded by a former SEAL and carries out covert missions dealing with terrorism.) T.I. sends Cosmo to protect Jane Mercedes Chadwick. Jane is a movie producer. Her current film is set in World War II and portrays the homosexuality of a real-life hero. Of course, extremist groups are sending her angry emails, phone calls, and more. Jane ignores them all. But when the death threats begin, some Hollywood associates call in T.I. FBI agent Jules Cassidy is already on the scene. Jane becomes surrounded by body guards ... and she is NOT happy about it. Jules is gay. He is having trouble with an ex-lover, Adam, (who happens to be in Jane's movie) and has a growing attraction to Robin (Jane's brother who is not yet "out of the closet" and drinks too much). **** The main characters are supposed to be stubborn Jane and testosterone filled Cosmo. However, Jules steals the show often. The author succeeds in giving each character their own personality. I was very impressed with them all. Yet I could not bring myself to actually believe that someone as level headed as Jules could be so attracted to Robin, who is constantly drinking, making out with every woman he can in an attempt to convince himself that he is "straight", and constantly vomiting and having a hang over. As for Jane and Tarzan ... uh, Cosmo, they give the reader some very entertaining clashes at first. It is followed by some very hot bed scenes. All-in-all, this story is a winner. It is like having two books in one. **** Reviewed by Detra Fitch of Huntress Reviews.
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not one of her best!,
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This review is from: Hot Target: A Novel (Mass Market Paperback)
Suzanne Brockmann is such a great author, that I sometimes think my expectations are too high when it comes to her novels. I generally love Brockmann's book, but Hot Target was a bit of a disappointment. I found the character of Cosmo somewhat underdeveloped and, well, boring. Jane had her moments, but I couldn't really buy into her as Cosmo's HEA. She came across as self-centered and, at times, shrill, neurotic and, well, TSTL. In some parts, the book read like some mad-cap caper of the Keystone Kops teamed up with the cast from the Young and the Restless. I did like seeing more of Jules and seeing his character become more developed. I'm looking forward to his HEA. I loved the interaction between him and Robin.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Another winner in a great series!,
By bobby5 (timbuktu) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Hot Target: A Novel (Mass Market Paperback)
WOW! If you've been keeping up with Brockmann's Troubleshooter series, this one is no exception to the rule. In fact, I would have to say this is one of my favourites. Jane and Cosmo are fantastic, but I have to agree with the review above; Jules steals the show. I was absolutely intrigued by the unique story of Jules' struggle with his own romantic life. Many seasoned authors would have shied away from a gay romantic sub-plot, but Suzanne didn't, and she carried it off spectacularly. I can't wait to hear more about Jules and Robin in the next book, BREAKING POINT. The ONLY reason why I gave this book four stars, is because I was rather disappointed with the not-so-steamy love scenes between Jane and Cosmo. I will, however, extend kudos for the levels of emotion and romance between the two. On to the next one!
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