Reviewed as a duology - a spook gets close to a bookseller for investigative reasons and falls for her. Shanice is a strong FMC, and very caring of those she loves, and she held herself well in the face of disappointment and deception. Cruz is charming, ruthless but also principled in his own way, and very protective. The romance heats up quite fast - the secrets are not kept for long though Shanice should've stayed mad for a while. There's a lot heightened emotions as they maneuver danger and action. They have pretty great chemistry, and I liked Cruz's tender side when Shanice needs comfort. 

Book 2 is a lot more intense - for both the action and the romance. Their >!reunion is emotional and written really well, and I loved all the feelings that came with it, especially from Cruz's side. And it's great that they stayed together from then on!<. Steamy times are steamier, and I enjoyed how they rediscovered each other. And they make a super kickass team. The suspense remains hanging however, though Cruz and Shanice get their HEA.