The Wicked Billionaire A Billionaire SEAL Romance

Jackie Ashenden — 2017

This high-concept series brings together the glamour of Park Avenue and hot Navy SEALs in dark, smoldering contemporary romances. The Tate Brothers were once orphans and they have been raised to do one thing only: protect what is theirs. As a trained sniper and Navy SEAL, Lucas Tate found the courage to distance himself from the wealthy, wicked patriarch who adopted him. Instead, he’s devoted his life to the elite band of brothers from his unit. So when the widow of one of his former comrades finds herself in apparent danger, Lucas makes it his job to protect her against all enemies. . .and not let her out of his sights. Grace Riley feels overwhelmed by Lucas's presence, but the cold-eyed marksman will do anything to keep her safe. Soon the special attention he pays her becomes a wild romantic distraction—one that troubles Grace, since Lucas was so close to her deceased husband. Still, how can she resist Lucas’s intense, ice-blue stare? All she knows is that a life without strong, passionate Lucas is one not worth living. Can Lucas can find a way to honor his former brother-in-arms by saving Grace. . .and loving her, too?

Reviews

Adrianne@adriannesbookcave

Dec 20, 2021

Fire and ice, creation and destruction. Lucas Tate, a talented Navy SEAL sniper, a man haunted by the mistakes of his past does not believe in love. He’s afraid that strong feelings can only end in destruction and hurt. He learned a long time ago never to follow his heart, and only trust his instincts. ‘You want me to chase you?’ Lucas’s voice was soft. ‘Because believe me, I will. I won’t let you run. I’m a hunter and I’ll hunt you down. Grace Riley finds herself in danger, hunted by ruthless arms dealers. Lucas Tate, her late husband’s best friend, and a man she always avoided is the only one capable of protecting her. She’s a struggling artist, and very talented at that. Her life is full of colours and all her emotions are poured into new paintings. That’s all she lives for, and fantasies of love are just that, fantasies. I enjoyed reading this story. Even though the majority of this book is just thoughts and dialogues between Lucas and Grace. The writing is captivating, kept me interested and hot from the first page up to the last. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good second chance/contemporary romance.

Chantale@canadianbookaddict

Sep 15, 2021

I was disappointed with the first book in this series so I wasn't sure if I would bother with the next book. I decided to give this book a chance even though I didn't really like the first book. The Wicked Billionaire is much better than the first one. I did like the characters much more and I found the story better .