I have read pretty much all of Susan Stokers books, I love them. This one so far I have found to be flat. I haven't read the previous book in this particular series and I wonder if that would help. I will keep trying, but so far its like a bad day at work where anything and everything distracts you and at the end of the day you realise you didn't actually get anything achieved and you feel blah.

This is the second book in the Susan Stoker series of Ace Security, three brothers, triplets, who were abused by their mother and all left town when they were 18. They have now returned to their hometown in Texas where they started a security agency for victims of abuse. Blake, the second triplet is working with an intern, Alexis, who is a wealthy young woman but doesn't know what she wants out of life. He is not sure about her and isn't quite sure why she is even working with them but Alexis wants to prove herself. This was a cute romance. I didn't really think it was enough of a story to be a romantic suspense, and at times had to suspend belief in the storyline, but overall, it was a quick enjoyable read. This particular series of Ms. Stoker is good, but I enjoyed Seal of Protection and Delta Force series more than this series so far. It may be that I am just more in the mood for military romances, but that is my issue and has nothing to do with how well written this series is. Ms. Stoker never fails to write a good romance, and a fun story. Thanks to the publisher for allowing me to read this for an honest review.

Review: CLAIMING ALEXIS (Ace Security Book 2) by Susan Stoker http://wp.me/p3d0RZ-97u
Publication Date: July 4, 2017
Genre: Romantic Suspense
Reviewed by: Reading in Pajamas/ Donna
Rated 4 Stars

I enjoyed this edition of the Ace Security series. Blake was super sexy (of course), but had a nice understanding nature that meshed with all she had going on. Alexis was relatable in a lot of ways, but a bit unreal in others. Perhaps a bit too much of a need for Blake to have to build up her self-esteem at times. Not that this detracted from the story, because I enjoyed how their relationship played out. The bad guys were a little one-dimensional, but made for a tense, fast read. It was my first Ace Security book, and I look forward to the next one – I was intrigued by the lead-in.

*Review copy provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I absolutely couldn't wait for this story! I loved every minute of it! Although the second in this series you can read it without reading the first book. Although I highly recommend the first book as well! You won't be dissapointed with this book!

loved this book

Raise your hands if you want a Blake! Hands up! The second book in the series and it keeps getting better. Blake and Alexis are wonderfully written characters who are nice and caring and loving. There is some suspense but not a huge amount as this story is more about Blake and Alexis’s slow moving romance. I loved it.

Looking forward to the more brooding Nathan’s story.

Alexis is secretly in love with Blake. When danger comes with her going undercover it brings out the Alpha male in him. A must read.

What can I say about Susan stoker's books but wow. I loved book one with Logan and this was book 2 with Blake the second of the triplets and Susan just didn't disappoint with this one. I felt the emotion from the two characters from the start of the book as Blake started to take Alexis out for "business" when in fact he would of preferred a date. Alexis has liked Blake since she started at ACE security and it seems Blake felt the same although she was tending to skirt around the issue. She helped in the first book and wanted to take down the Inca boys who we met in the first book where graces parents hired them to kidnap her. So she decides to get close to an old frenemy from high school and gets introduced to the Inca boys but things start to go down hill. I could feel the fear and anxiety coming from Alexis as I devoured the book as she starts her journey to get close and take them down. The book Ramos up as things take a turn and there is a Kidnapping. Can anyone get to them in time? This book had everything for me. Laughter from when Alexis first got drunk and spoke her mind, intrigue with what would happen next and who was Kelly really, danger, kidnap and suspense as I navigated the pages, holding my breath as I find out who survived and who didn't. I love Susan stoker's books so much and between her three series this one takes a slightly different course but still an excellent book none the less. I would recommend this series to read to anyone. I voluntarily reviewed this book as an advanced reader copy.

This is a voluntary review of an advanced copy.

Blake and Alexis work at Ace Securities and are trying to figure out how they can get information on the Inca Boys gang. Since saving Grace, the Anderson brothers have been trying to stop the gang from wrecking any other lives. While Alexis had feeling for Blake right away, it took Blake a little longer to figure out that he really liked Alexis.

Wow, Alexis is much braver than I would be to go into a bar with known gang members to try and get information. There was so much action and drama in this story that I could hardly put it down until I finished it! I like when a book not only has great romance but has a great story with a bit of a mystery thrown in!

There was such emotion throughout this book, we can see the love that the brother have for each other, the love that is growing between Alexis and Blake, the pain that Alexis endures after her ordeal, and the pain she feels when she remembers that people have used her for money her whole life.

It is not necessary to have read Claiming Grace, but it is fun to read them together as the story flows so well between books. The set up for Claiming Bailey was great – kind of can figure out how Nathan will meet Bailey but will he realize who she is? I am really looking forward to reading Nathan and Bailey’s story. Susan Stoker is one of my favorite authors and I look for her new releases, and I can honestly say that I have enjoyed all of her books, and there is not one that I wouldn't hesitate to recommend as a great read.

This story had me on the edge of my seat from the beginning. Alexis is a strong, independent woman who is trying to find her place in the world. She and Blake are intense and steamy! I loved the agnst and heartfelt emotions that were portrayed by Alexis and Blake. In true Ms. Stoker fashion, this story ROCKS!!

Another home run for Susan Stoker. I LOVED this book and can highly recommend it. Parts of it had me laughing out loud and others had me on the edge of my seat with fear for Alexis' safety. Suspense, love and laughter all rolled into one incredible book, what more can you ask for?

This is the second of the series and wow, does it deliver a punch. Blake and Alexis's story delivers on their chemistry, suspense and strong characters. Always enjoy this authors secondary characters interactions. FInd a comfortable chair because you won't want to put this one down.

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fun read. love how it's set in Colorado. loved this brother Blake. loved how Blake saw more than just a rich girl looking for approval.

I am a fan of this author, but for some reason, this series falls short for me. I think the surrounding plot held promise but it was soon rendered unbelievable. Without giving too many details, I found it hard to believe that crimes being committed out in the open would not attract attention. I also found the dialogue between the characters to be juvenile.

I love all of Susan's books, but I think this one may be my new favorite. There was something about Blake and Alexis that pulled at my heartstrings. I can't wait for Nathan's book. Thank you so much for writing such wonderful stories!

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.

I did enjoy it a lot. I got very excited for the action to happen and I very pleased with how it was developed. Though, I read this book with a sense of doom. I was just waiting for something bad to happen, and for Alexis to be in danger and to be saved. the plot is very similar to 'Claiming Grace' in that aspect.

I have always heard that Susan Stoker books are good and that I needed to try them. This is my first one and I was not disappointed! Although this is the second book in this series, I can honestly say that you can read it alone although some things that are talked about make more sense if you read the first one. I ended up going back and getting that one to read just to understand the complete story arc better. All that being said, I really enjoyed this book. It is about Blake Anderson, the brother of the main hero in the first book. And Alexis Grant, the sister of one of the people being blackmailed. They meet when she wants to help the brothers, who own Ace Security together, gather evidence against the Inca Boyz to put them away for good. A chance comes in for her to be able to help in a big way when they find out someone she went to school with is a major player in the gang. So they work it out for her to go undercover. Along the way Blake realizes exactly what she means to him and makes sure not only she knows it, but so do his brothers. This book was really good. There was action, suspense, romance, and comedy all thrown into one book and I loved that! Alexis is a woman who is very good at hiding who she truly is so she doesn't get hurt by people who don't want to really know HER. She has this attitude about her that I really loved and I loved how she wasn't afraid to speak her mind! Blake is this sweet and protective man who actually takes the time to get to know her. He actually looks beyond the surface and see's who she truly is, and loves her all the more for it! This was a great read and I really can't wait for Nathan's book!!

Claiming Alexis is book 2 in the Ace Security series by Susan Stoker and this is another 5 star read for me.
Blake Anderson in the middle brother of triplets, Blake has always felt like it was his job to take care of his brothers from the beatings dealt out by their violent mother. When the brothers decided to move back to the town where they grew up they weren't expecting a warm welcome especially from the local gossips, but they opened a security firm specialising in abuse cases more importantly for the men who never get the help that they should and that set the gossips off more. It was when helping out his brother's now wife that Blake met Alexis.
Alexis Grant is 25 years old and has moved jobs a lot since she left college but it was when her brother was kidnapped by a local gang that Alexis met the Anderson brothers and wanted to help them get justice for her brother. Alexis' family are rich and that's caused her a lot of pain growing up, not knowing who was really her friend, but when she finds out that someone from her past has a connection to the gang they're after she uses that to go undercover to help.
When you read a Susan Stoker book you are always guaranteed 4 things: 1:A true alpha male who would do anything to protect his loved ones. 2: A kick ass heroine who is tough as nails and doesn't sit back waiting to be rescued. 3: A story that will have you on the edge of your seat. Most importantly 4: A unique storyline that always leaves you craving more,more of these characters and just more books in general. I am truly a huge fan of this woman's writing.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this book through Netgalley.

I'm so happy I picked this series back up. Where I liked the first installment, I LOVED this one. Although it's not necessary to read the first book prior to this one, I strongly recommend it. It's always a good idea to read the stories in order. Even if they can be read as standalones.

Alexis is the sister of the brother who was being used in the first book (see, told you you should read the first one). She's also the rich girl who everyone has already labeled before getting to know her. Like, truly getting to know who she is. Everyone has always assumed who she was and she's tired of it. When she first got involved with Ace Security, she was immediately drawn to one person in particular, Blake. And now that she's working closely with him, she's fallen in love with him. But she's not his "type" and nothing will ever happen, right?

Blake is one of the triplets that run Ace Security. After everything that went down with his brother's wife and the Inca Boyz, Ace Security is out for redemption. So Blake and Alexis have been working closely to get as much information on the gang as possible. When Alexis volunteers to help them "get in" with the gang, feelings and emotions start to take over and there's no stopping them. Maybe getting Alexis involved wasn't such a good idea.

Do you know why I loved this story? Because Alexis was determined to prove that she was someone. Not only to those from her past, but to herself. She never gave up. She put herself in really stupid situations. But it was always for the better of the case, even when she was forced to deal with some demons from her past. Blake was sweet and gentle and every bit the manly man we thought he'd be.

And now I'm seriously biting my fingernails until I get Nathan's story. OMG! If my imagination is heading in the right direction, we're in for another crazy Inca/Ace showdown. And I can't wait!!!

reviewed by Chris

I absolutely loved this second book in the Ace Security series!! Susan Stoker does it again! This is Blake's book and I loved it just as much as Logan's. Alexis has been working with Blake and his brothers at Ace for a little while now and has been secretly in love with Blake the whole time. Blake finally really sees her beyond friendship and decides he has to have her. They have chemistry that is off the charts! This storyline is very well written and suspenseful as Alexis uses her tie to an old "friend" to get herself insinuated into her inner circle which is the Inca Boyz gang from the first book. Some pretty intense and scary situations ensue and Blake wants nothing more but to protect Lex so he can finally make her his. This book has everything you expect from a Susan Stoker book; a sweet alpha swoonworthy hero, a kick butt heroine, action, humor, suspense, romance and some very hot and steamy times between Blake & Lex. Couldn't put this one down! 5 stars!!
I am looking forward to Nathan's book!
Thank you to Netgalley for the early ARC!