I have been a fan since the release of Hell on Wheels; the very first Black Knights Inc. book. Only one more book, Built to Last, is scheduled. While I can't wait to uncover Angel's secrets the panic of losing touch with these amazing characters has begun.

The foreplay, teasing, of this couple has been (seemingly) going on forever. I worried that they wouldn't have anything left for the main event but, of course Julie Ann Walker proved this reader wrong. These two are spectacular together - between the fiery dialogue and formidable action this book is a great escape read.

I recommend this story...fall in love with Christian's legendary charm!

Another entertaining read in this series that is coming close to being finished.

This was book 11 in the series, but it picked up immediately where the last one left off with our mission group still stuck in England trying to get back home after they failed to find Spider's identity through the Morrison guy. While you could easily read it as a stand alone, just know that it ties closely with the previous book.

Christian and Emily have had this UST going on for a while and their banter is killing everyone. Finally they are going to get together, but Emily drops a bombshell on Christian by telling him not to fall in love with her because she can't do love. While it was great seeing him love her anyway and her fighting it, I felt she fought it too long. I also think Rusty and Ace's bickering and kissing took away from Christian and Emily's story. And oddly enough, I thin Angel stole the whole thing. Who knew he had a sense of humor and could talk?! I am anxiously looking forward to his book!

*thanks to the author for sharing a copy of this with me*

I’ve not read loads by this author but what I have read is just amazing. Each book I read reminds of what a brilliant author she is and why I love her books. I need to make sure that I put her on my favourite author list and auto click buy on amazon so I don’t miss out of such amazing and fantastic books by this amazing author. Would always recommend her books

Updated with more links 10/3/17:

3.5 to 4 stars
Hot Pursuit begins right after Fuel for Fire left off. The newer members of BKI, Christian, Ace, and Angel, along with their office manager, Emily, and her friend, Rusty are still hiding out in not-so-jolly-old-England and trying to escape and make their way back to the States. But as usual, the best laid plans...it turns into one mess after another. New enemies. Media attention. Exposing of pasts. Traumatic incidents. Things seem to go wrong at every turn.

And there is also so much sexual tension and longing coming out in the form of antagonism and challenging behavior. Christian and Emily are still fussing and fighting And Ace and Rusty are sharing heated looks. Running on adrenaline with close quarters and contact only increase lust and longing.

They are in pursuit of a ruthless enemy while being pursued by new ones. And Christian's hottest pursuit is not only Emily's body, but her elusive heart. While Ace and Rusty struggle with understanding and the ac they are in opposite places in life, but have such chemistry and attraction. They tease, taunt, torture, tantalize, and sometimes take.

Emily is a strong-willed, nosy, smart, responsible, caring, and mouthy Chicago girl. She has been burned so does not want to have a relationship with any co-workers. Christian is a stuffy, sarcastic, sharp, and usually in control Brit. But there is a lot more to him than meets the eye. They put on these facades of being tough and unfeeling, but deep down they are feeling plenty. But when the chemistry gets to be too much to avoid, they think that they can just have a casual romp in the midst of chaos. Emily brings fun to Christian's life whether it be verbal sparring or physical engagements. And since she has always had to be responsible and in control, she does not mind giving up a bit of control to him when it counts. It is just supposed to be casual, but feelings are strong and terrifying. As the layers are peeled back, more understanding and vulnerability shows. And Christian is hoping that he can convince her that more is worth it because he knows what he wants. I loved him and found him to be a great swoonworthy hero. But Emily does not make anything easy on him. So there were some times I just wanted to shake sense into her.

And the usual calm, easy-going, charming, Ace is not longer the man breaking up fights because he keeps getting into them with the hot, brawny, Rusty. The are two men who are attracted to each other, but are on the opposites sides of the LGBT fight and cannot seem to find middle ground. Ace has been through so much and fought to be out. Rusty is still in the closet and is afraid to leave it. I loved that she gave us a M/M story line. I enjoy the genre anyway, but we also need some diversity here to be realistic. Just because this is a group of bad-a**es, does not mean that they would all be straight.

And that brings us to the enigmatic, Angel. He is a mysterious, former Mossad agent with a whole new identity. I imagine his story will be in the forefront of the next book. Due to the continuing story arc through Fuel for Fire, this one, and the fact that it is not quite resolved yet so should continue in Built for Speed, I recommend at least reading these three books together. (Although some of the characters were first introduced in Wild Ride.) These installments are all about the newer members of BKI. This one is told in multiple points of view giving us all access. It gives us some resolution for the main couple, but leaves another with issues but potential, an enemy still in the wind, and a tease for another story. So I hope Built for Speed wraps up some of this ongoing story line.

These characters are stubborn, strong, brave, thrive on challenges, and have each other's backs. They just have to translate that team philosophy to trust and belief in personal relationships as well and determine if the risk is worth the reward. I really enjoyed the sparring and dynamics between these characters. It added fun and sexual tension to the suspense and danger. And I love the camaraderie and bonds between the the team at BKI and their significant others. They are truly a self made family of strong men and women.

*******Blog and social media links will be updated once posted on release day! ***********

*thank you to the author for providing an arc**

5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

hot, sexy, and non stop action!!!! The BKI team is back and better than ever in Julie Ann Walkers Hot Pursuit. And this time it’s Christian’s turn to find out if he is willing to give himself a chance at happiness. Julie Ann Walker nails this book and once again shows that she is the queen of romantic suspense. I can’t wait to see what is next for the BKI team.

Emily and the team are still trying to get out of England but keep running into problems. And just when they think they are on their way out two brothers come and change everything.

Christian just wants out of England. It’s no longer his home and holds no good memories, unfortunately they aren’t getting out fast enough. And to make matters worse being so close to Emily is making him want and need things that he shouldn’t want. But when two brothers threaten things he decides maybe it’s time to stop hiding.

Emily doesn’t do relationships her parents lives have shown her that she is not going to have a chance at love. But Christian changes that for her and makes her wish that she could open herself up to love. And when their lives are yet again put in danger will Emily finally give in? Or will she let her old worries and doubts get the best of her and push Christian away?

Another great read!!!!
5 Stars! Loved it!

I have read all of these wonderful stories of these brave men, and the women who love them. I love the fact that the women are not TSTL and that the men are willing to brave the one thing that they always seem to fight against, their heart. In this story, we finally have the story of Christian and Emily! Yay So happy that these two finally got together. Sometimes when reading these books, you just want the characters to just get their act together already. Lol. So that was the case with Emily and Christian. It was totally inevitable and I tots loved it all. Their fiery comeback and witty remarks all a farce behind the true love they had for one another. Christian and his traumatic childhood and the fact that Emily felt that she could not fully love one person, was the perfect match for them to become one. Kudos on some more book time with Rusty and Ace! Yummy. I definitely want to see them get together. And it looks as if the ever mysterious Angel is getting his book next, and all his well kept secrets will come to light. I really enjoyed this one. 5 stars!

Hot Pursuit is a Black Knights, Inc story but truly a standalone if you haven’t started this series. These are great romantic thriller/suspense books....some more suspense than romance. This one however, dealt mostly with the romance and it is Christian, a Brit who left the SAS and went to work for BKI. Emily left the CIA and is the general manager of the BKI company....which is a group of people who have either left the military or CIA or similar agencies and have gone to work in Chicago undercover with the authority of the President. In this book, there are a group of the members in Great Britain who are searching for a man who is a major enemy. Christian and Emily constantly butt heads but basically they are flirting. The problem with this relationship really lies with Emily feeling that she can not commit to a a loving relationship because both her parents and grandparents changed partners often. I actually got a little tired of Emily’s protests that she couldn’t sustain a “Love relationship” because she was jinxed by her family. The plot, as always with a Julie Walker book was excellent, the storyline cohesive, and I enjoyed the dialogues. Loved Christian’s character and felt he was definitely the more mature of this couple. Also, enjoyed the secondary characters of this particular book and hope we see more of their potential relationship. Thanks as always to Netgalley and the. Publisher for allowing me to read this for an honest review

I'm so in love. SO SO in love with Christian. Ozzie will always be my main BKI man but Christian and his smooth talking ways have rushed right up to second place.

We've spent years alongside the BKI crew and nothing has been as entertaining as the back and forth teasing between the former SAS operative Christian and the sassy-mouthed office manager Emily. There's always been a clear chemistry just waiting to burst the sheets in to flames but Walker delivers in just the right amounts to readers.

We pick up on Christian, Emily, Angel, Ace, and Rusty right where they split from Dagan's book previously. As they are on the run for their lives, it clicks for Christian that he truly does love Emily. He spends time wooing her while letting her think that he's only in it for the sex. While a new and mysterious villain comes after Christian, he's got to also battle Emil's fear of her past.

There's no lack of action in Hot Pursuit. The classic kick butt knights are still kicking, even when on the run. And ACE.....OMG....I want Ace to have his own book! This plot line has got to be filled with gold and I'm really hoping that Walker can finish it out to the direction I believe it's heading. I won't spoil that one for y'all ;) As for our next Knight...Angel's mysteries are about to unravel...

Fuel for Fire left Emily, Christian, Ace, Angel, and Emily's friend Rusty, trapped in jolly ole England when their plans to unmask their nemesis Spider falls through with unexpected hiccups. Hot Pursuit opens with the group still stuck in England, Christian's past coming to light, and Emily and Christian finally deal with their chemistry.

Christian and Emily get up close and personal with traumatic childhoods and terrible personal relationship skills. While those experiences explained so much about the H/h, I couldn't quit raising my eyebrows at Emily's illogical logic of why she had to avoid Christian. I will say, I liked his strategically intelligent and amusing responses, especially considering how motivated he was to catch her.

Christian and Emily's sarcastic barbs and witty insults have always reflected just how attracted they are to each other. The issue was a matter of WHEN they'd decide to do anything about it. Granted, their timing could have been so much better than it was, seeing as how they're stuck with their teammates on foreign soil and hiding from assailants. However, the combination of being stuck in close quarters and potentially dying did culminate into one heck of a sensual experience for these two, so I can't complain too much!

The supporting characters had their own dramas happening-Rusty and Ace dealing with labels and misconceptions between each other, Angel actually speaking, making jokes and-shocker-dropping a hint about his past. Curiosity abounds...

My main peeve would have to be Christian's language. After awhile, his articulation and wordage felt over the top and slightly forced. Almost as if the reader would forget he's British so hey! throw in a couple of British sounding words to make him authentic. Instead, I found the constancy slightly jarring and unnecessary.

Book #11 in the Black Knight series has less action and more introspection with the characters than previous stories, giving the storyline a different tone yet still retaining the entertainment value. Christian's past was a heavy focus, as was Emily's, and their romance was heady stuff. It was also fun learning more about the supporting characters at BKI and I can't wait to see what's in store for Angel, Ace, and Rusty!

I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book which I received at no cost from Sourcebooks Casablanca and the author.

Oh wow..I loveee this full of actions and suspense book, and let's not forget those steamy hot scenes.
This book is my first book from Julie Ann Walker and I love it and definitely going to read all books from this series.
It was a bit hard at first to get the hang of this book, because it's the 11th book and I think It's required to read the previous books (which I haven't done yet), to really know what's going on, who's the enemy, and how's BKI works.
I'm also a little bit confused with the unfamiliar phrases, but the more I read the more I understand. This book is written in a third-person POV, which usually not my thing, but with all the things that I like, I don't mind with this third-person POV.
This book hit me with the funny, witty banters between Emily and Christian and all the other characters from the beginning and the sexual tension is OH SO HOT, so superb, it got me squirming on my seat. And all the actions make me can't put it down, it got me on edge wondering how they'll survive. So yeah I like this one.

As for characters, Love Emily and Christian, they're so different but so perfect for each others, they're push each others buttons, they're always got on each others nerves. Their relationships isn't sugary sweet, it's full of arguing, disagreement and fighting. These two bring a lot of laughters, and I love reading how the connections grow between them.
Although I don't feel their attraction at the beginning, it's like suddenly they're so into each other (maybe it happened on the previous book), but in the end, I adore this couple.

If suspense romance is your thing, this one should be on your list.

*I voluntarily received a review copy of this book

Hot Pursuit (Black Knights Inc., #11) by Julie Ann Walker is another excellent read and another great addition to this series. Book features great writing, an engaging plot and complex characters. Emily Scott made an error in judgement and it cost her dearly. Now, happily working at Black Knights Inc. she is determined not repeat the same mistake twice. Christian Watson is feeling a little burnt out and put out. The last thing he expected was to feel attracted to his partner. This is the emotional dilemma that rocks these two. Full of passion, drama and high intensity action this book will keep you on the edge of your seat. A Wonderful read that I greatly enjoyed and highly recommend. I am posting an honest review after reading an ARC copy of this book.

Emily lost her job with the CIA because she had an entanglement with a fellow agent. She finally feels like she’s found a home at Black Knights Inc and will do whatever it takes to keep this new family.

Christian is a former SAS officer that is now running an op with firecracker Emily Scott. She is boss, demanding and just what he didn’t know he was looking for in a partner…

Christian Watson is everything you would imagine for the perfect alpha male. He’s strong, courageous and willing to put his life on the line for Emily.

Emily is insecure. Her parents were horrible role models and she felt the CIA was all she would have in her life that remand constant until she found BKI.

Simply addicting, the group at BKI is a family unit that draws the reader in an keeps them invested till the end.

I received this ARC copy of Hot Pursuit from Sourcebooks Casablanca. This is my honest and voluntary review. Hot Pursuit is set for publication October 3, 2017.

My Rating: 4 Stars
Written by: Julie Ann Walker
Series: Black Knights Inc.
Sequence in Series: Book 11
Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Publication Date: October 3, 2017
ISBN-10: 149260884X
ISBN-13: 978-1492608844
Genre: Contemporary Romance

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Another amazing installment of Black Knights Inc. Julie Ann Walker has created an amazing world with breathtaking characters.

Hot Pursuit picks up where Fuel for Fire left off, with part of the team still trying to get out of England. Christian Watson never wanted to set foot in England again, and now he can't seem to get off the island. He's kept his past locked in a box, so to speak, and now it's threatening to break out. Just being in England is bringing back memories and jeopardizing his tight control. Just when he thought he and team could make a clean escape, he opens the door to the press. literally shoving microphones in his face.

Emily Scott has learned the hard way to never mix business and pleasure. She's never going to make that mistake again. Besides, she's a Scott, so she can't really fall in love. Instead, she keeps everyone, especially Christian Watson, at arms length. Its her job to keep everyone happy and team running smoothly, that's what a good office manager does.

So what happens when Christian finally stops Christian Watsoning, yes Emily managed to make his name a verb, and goes after what he really wants? All sorts of mayhem and laughs. I loved both of these characters. They are delightfully flawed and human, which makes them irresistible. Throw in Angel's mystery and dry humor, followed by Ace and Randy's fiery chemistry. Add a dash of danger from Christian's past, you have the perfect recipe for an edge of your seat roller coaster ride.

I don't want to give anything away, you're going to have to read Hot Pursuit to find out what happens!

I received an ARC edition book from Netgalley . This is my honest review.


Christian Watson is hero , hot, alpha and cocky about his life except when it's Emily.

Emily is hard to know to like and is insecure about her ability to make a Relationship continue.She is strong,nosy and responsible , caring

The writing is perfection and easy
I highly recommend this book it has suspenseful, filled with alpha badassness and I also enjoyed the banter between the characters

Julie Ann Walker continues her exciting Black Knights Inc. series with Hot Pursuit. I have to say that I have been addicted to this series since reading the first book.

This action packed story takes up right after Fuel For Fire where Christian and Emily and their small crew of operatives are doing their best to get out of England. It was great reading as Christian and Emily have been fighting their feelings for a while now so there was a lot of sexual tension. As usual, nothing went as planned as the group met with some trouble from Christian's past. This one had loads of action, adventure, and passion.

Julie Ann Walker's writing was fantastic like always. I didn't want to put down my Kindle for a minute. The characters were so very vividly written that I could picture them in my mind .... Christian with his smoldering sexiness and Emily's spunky grit reminding me of Becky from In Rides Trouble. This author truly brings her characters to life and has absolutely no trouble in getting the readers attention. I have to admit that she broke my heart with Christian's mysterious past.

From beginning to end this book captured my total attention. I LOVED IT !!!

Julie Ann Walker always creates an interesting story with complex characters, lots of suspense and sexy romance.  Hot Pursuit is no exception.  I’ve been watching Emily and Christian and like their coworkers, I often rolled my eyes and wondered when they’d just do it.  They finally get their time.

It felt a bit contrived that they finally have sex, and of course, it’s off the charts, but it comes while they’re hiding from an unknown enemy trying to kill them and in a museum-like residence.  The story was a complete departure from the cases they’ve been working on too.

I did find Christian’s search for a condom and the ultimate solution very amusing.  I thought for sure we’d get Ace and Rusty in the next book since they were such a focal point in this one.  I want to see if these two can figure it out.

Hot Pursuit was highly entertaining, suspenseful and intense.  I cared about Emily and Christian and wanted to see them find their happily ever after.

reviewed by Jem

Emily and Christian burn up the pages! Another hot story in the BKI series. I will be so sad to see Black Knight Inc close their doors and be legitimate bike people! Christian and Emily finally give into the feelings they have been fighting for one another. Christian helps Emily to see that loving someone is not a bad thing and she can have a normal relationship. Of course in BKI fashion, they find themselves in trouble and with the help of Ace, Rusty and Angel they are able to neutralize the threat. The story was good and I enjoyed Christian and Emily's chemistry. Another good read in the series.

Christian and Emily have been circling each other for some time now. This is their story.

Christian Watson is a former English Intelligence officer. He is now working for the Black Knights, Inc. a covert black ops group. He is polished, intelligent, always in control of himself and a bit of a mystery to the rest of the group. He grew up poor and has worked hard to get where he is.

Emily Scott is the office manger for the Black Knights. She is intelligent, independent, spunky, funny, sarcastic and speaks her mind. She also grew up poor.

This picks up where the last book ended, with some of the team in England. While there, Christian’s past catches up with them and puts them on the run. Emily and Christian are forced to work closely together and in constant close proximity to each other. Emily has been burned already by a workplace romance gone bad and she’s not about to risk her job again despite her overwhelming attraction to Christian.

Plenty of snarky sarcasm and laughable moments between these two. Once Christian decides he is all in, he goes after what he wants. He is patient and encouraging with Emily but she is stubborn. A bit too much. I got irritated with her a couple times. I enjoyed watching Christian’s walls fall.

Ace and Rusty are also a minor romance. These two are attracted, but at different points in their lives, and neither is giving in.

The search for Spider continues, only with a bit more information to go forward. That discovery seemed a bit too easy for as long as the chase has gone on.

As per her usual, we are given the next book pairing near the end of the book. I am curious about Angel’s past.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by the author.

Grab a cool drink, sit back and enjoy one hot read. The sparks between Christian and Emily have been undeniable as they tease, snap, and snark at each other keeping their mutually denied attraction regulated to professional with a side of aggravating each other (along with their fellow teammates stuck listening to while wishing they'd "just do it already"). When those sparks finally burn away the denials and the two decide to give in, things really heat up. Although Emily insists on keeping things casual to avoid problems in their working relationship (and reveals her reasons for being commitment shy), Christopher decides to put all those years of covert ops to new use -- to sneak in, steal her heart and win their HEA together. We find out about Christopher's childhood, why he left SAS and eventually joined BKI, as well as some other interesting bits about the man behind the designer suits, perfect hair and flashy cars. A large portion of the story takes place over a 24 or so hour period as the team tries (with difficulty in part due to Christopher's past catching up to him) to finally leave England and get home to Chicago. There was a lot action mixed in with some quiet moments that kept the book moving at a good pace without overwhelming. I appreciated that the author (a) didn't wrap up and gloss over Emily's fears at that point but instead continued Christopher's personal operation to win her over beyond their fight to get home and (b) how the she handled the added time period so as to neither drag out the story needlessly nor rush the ending, rather leaving the reader feeling satisfied with both the action and romance plot lines of the book. Now to wait for Angel's book.

5/5 STARS!!!!!!
Hot Pursuit is the eleventh book in the Black Knights Inc. series and it was amazing! Christan and Emily were great together and their banter is absolutely hilarious. I enjoyed the suspense, action, and romance in this book immensely. I can't wait to find out who spider is!! Emily and Christan got their happy ending and I hope to see more of Ace and Rusty in the next book.
Can't wait for Angels book:)
**I received an ARC from NetGalley for an honest review.