Dangerous Places: Roman Cantrell-Nikki Holden Mystery (Volume 1) 2nd Edition

by Elaine Raco Chase (Author)

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ISBN-13: 978-0692659151

ISBN-10: 0692659153

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The 7 Deadly Sins have never been so - Deadly!Or so much fun!Meet Nikki Holden - she may know 140 characters but social media is not her venue. She's an investigative reporter with more enemies than friends - and her friends are very shady.She's on the trail of a stunning story at Pleasure Island. And she doesn't mind using her pick pocket talents or a well-aimed champagne cork or even a pair of 38's (boobs not guns) to get her story.She's tenacious, sarcastic and an ex-con.Meet Roman Cantrell - ex-army ranger who couldn't stop fighting, he went off the grid doing Black Ops but came back to the US to start an international security firm.He keeps popping into Nikki's life at the most inconvenient times.And he knows too much about her past.He also knows she's not capable of good behavior.Is Roman looking for the person Nikki's ...kidnapped? Or is he looking for a more intimate connection.One thing for sure -They're both heading into murderously Dangerous Places

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Have you stepped into DANGEROUS PLACES? It's perfectly safe..NOT! The first in the Roman Cantrell-Nikki Holden mystery series - Follow the 'who, what, where, when' on Pinterest and enjoy Snippets on elaineracochase.com! DARK CORNERS, the second mystery, will take Roman and Nikki into combat with a rogue army and some astonishing aliens! My non-fiction "How to write the Amateur Detective Novel" which was nominated for the Agatha Christie Award is in the FBI Forensic Library at Quantico. If you like sassy, laugh out loud, contemporary romances and romantic suspense/thrillers - some more explicit than others - you have found the right author! Reviewers have called them: "cat & mouse" - "slow burn" - "hot and steamy" - "highly addicting" - "solid characters & lots of humor" - "amazing reads!" I call them fun! My heroines are NOT: thin, petite, clueless or submissive. They are strong women who aren't looking for a man - until the right one comes along! And those men! Tough-guy, alpha males who don't know what hit them! But do know they want MORE! Whether you read my erotic romantic comedies (updated eBooks), my updated 'steamy' romantic eBooks, or my classic eBooks - remember there's never an expiration date on Romance! All my novels are available in audiobooks as well!

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Publisher : Damsel In Distress; 2nd edition (March 4, 2016)
Language : English
Paperback : 312 pages
ISBN-10 : 0692659153
ISBN-13 : 978-0692659151
Item Weight : 1.01 pounds
Dimensions : 6 x 0.78 x 9 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #12,385,387 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #119,948 in Romantic Suspense (Books)
- #226,494 in Literature

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Joan Reeves, NY Times and USA Today Bestselling Author

Roller Coaster Ride of Twists, Turns, & Surprises

Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2015

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Elaine Raco Chase found her bliss, and it's the romantic suspense novel Dangerous Places. At first glance, the reader thinks this mystery is about a too-handsome, too-rich bad boy athlete and his wealthy older wife. Just as you're expecting said wife to be murdered, the story twists, and you find yourself awash in a gambling scheme ripped from the headlines. But wait...that's not quite it either.

Dangerous Places is like a roller coaster ride of twists, turns, and surprises that you least expect. Nothing is as it seems from the plot to the well-drawn engaging characters. With more surprises than a a house full of party guests yelling, "Surprise," Dangerous Places is sure to delight mystery readers, but Ms. Chase, drawing on her skill as a romance author, doesn't neglect those readers wanting a sexy romance.

Enter Roman Cantrell, an absolute charmer who will enchant every female reading this book. Best of all, Roman likes a woman who is a challenge, and that surely must be the complicated Nikki Holden's middle name.

Absolutely 5 stars for characters, plot, premise, and pacing. Make room on your "keeper shelf" for Dangerous Places!

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M31749

Hopefully the first of a series about these characters.

Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2015

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This book will capture your attention from the very beginning and never let go. You get to know the characters of Nikki and Roman as the story develops and come to admire their tenacity if not always their tactics. It revolves around the sport of jai ali, but if you don't have a clue what that is, don't worry. The author gives enough information that you may become interested in finding out more about it. There are twists and turns, some you can see coming and some that seem to come out of nowhere until you think back and realize it makes perfect sense. I have to admit that I am an avid reader but have not particularly enjoyed the mystery genre. I am, however, a fan of Elaine Raco Chase, so I decided to give this book a try. I LOVE IT. I urge any non-mystery person to give it a try. I'm looking forward to the promised book 2!

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CRich

Okay, where's book 2?

Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2015

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There are several things I look for in a book: a dynamic plot, clever, realistic dialogue, and characters that I can believe in. I’ve read several of Ms. Raco Chase’s books, and I must say this is one of her best. She nailed all of my requirements, especially character development. The most notable characters are layered with gray areas that create depth and authenticity. Nikki is all of that. She has a tragic past, but she’s no whiner. She grabs life by the horns and dares it to throw her. She had my admiration right from the beginning. It doesn’t hurt that our hero is everything a gal looks for in man. He’s understanding without pandering, an appealing combination of hard-nosed and kind. The plot zips along, introducing interesting characters in a unique setting. All in all, Dangerous Places is the perfect blend of sexy, witty dialogue, intriguing action, and characters you hope to see again. Are you listening, Ms. Raco Chase?

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Fantastic Read!

Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2016

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Nikki Holden is an investigative reporter on the trail of a major story. Smart, sexy, and a survivor, Nikki is in deep trying to get an interview with a superstar jai alai player by using his mistress, Marcy. But Nikki is after much more than a simple interview. Then Roman Cantrell appears on the scene. Tall, dark and handsome, Roman is a private investigator looking for Marcy, who Nikki is painstaking keeping under wraps until she gets the information she needs for her story.
From the moment Nikki and Roman meet, the game is on with one surprising twist after another. I fell in love with Nikki from the beginning. Quick-witted and intelligent, she is no meek damsel in distress. Roman is her perfect match. Immediately, you can feel the attraction between the two.
The action-filled mystery with witty dialogue makes for a wonderful read. Miss Chase has done an excellent job of building up the suspense as the mystery deepens. I found myself reading late into the night until I finished it. I highly recommend the book for any romantic suspense reader. This is the first book in the Roman Cantrell-Nikki Holden Mystery series. I am anxiously anticipating the next book in the series.
One other thing I would like to mention. At the end of the book, Miss Chase included a small piece on the story behind the story. I have always been a fan of Elaine Raco Chase’s books. So, I found this information extremely interesting. I am happy that she was able to overcome her own obstacles and introduce Nikki and Roman into my world.

*I received an advanced review copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.*

LauraM Reviewer for Romantic Picks Reviews-

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Lorne Oliver

With Nikki and Roman as my guides I knee I was in for great adventure and excitement

Reviewed in Canada on June 8, 2016

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I have my first book crush and it's Nikki Holden. She's drawn so well from her crooked nose to her snappy tone and her damaged past. The story took me to a world I didn't know existed. With Nikki and Roman as my guides I knee I was in for great adventure and excitement.

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