5 Star reviews of Devoted To Love (Devoted Lovers #2) by Shayla Black

I fell hard and fast for special operative and bodyguard Josiah Grant; he ticked all the boxes for me and I found him to be totally swoon worthy.
Magnolia West has made mistakes in the past and hooking up at her sister’s wedding isn’t really the best idea, but when she meets Josiah, she cannot help herself, after all it’s only for the night. What's the worst that could happen?.
The chemistry between Josiah and Maggie is of the charts and it burns brightly, although neither of them are looking for happily ever after which makes for a nice change. When these two meet you just know that they will be perfect for one another. If they can both move on from their pasts, then they may have a chance.
When danger makes an appearance, will Josiah be able to protect and save Maggie, can he prove to her that his love is real and that it worth taking a chance?
The suspense and intrigue led to quite a few unexpected twists and turns that had me guessing for much of the book. There is romance, drama, smoking hot scenes and anxious moments. As I have come to expect from Shayla Black, Devoted To Love is extremely well written and highly entertaining.
I received an ARC through the publisher via NetGalley.

Another amazing read that had me hooked from page one. Josiah & Maggie never ever wanted to be in another relationship again but the moment they met, they knew they were doomed. This book was crazy good, with a hot hook-up and a crazy cult that everyone must read. Josiah and Maggie are a couple that you won’t forget. Great read with amazing characters that I truly enjoyed.

Josiah Grant and Maggie West first met at Maggie's sister's wedding. It was "lust-at-first-sight! A one night hook-up just wasn't enough for Maggie and Josiah. Complications from a cult-like group very aggressively trying to buy Maggie's grandparents' ranch meant Josiah had to go into protective mode. With assistance from fellow operatives from FM Security he set out to solve the problem. Maggie was determined to help. That led to more complications but didn't stop the hot, sexy nights.

Devoted to Love is the second book in Shayla Black's Devoted Lovers series. This is a true edge-of-your-seat, can't-put-it-down book. I loved every minute of it. Shayla Black is a masterful storyteller and in this case will delight her readers with a super sexy and hot, super suspenseful read. Even after I finished reading Devoted to Love I found myself still entralled with the story. I loved Josiah and his most competent, masterful way in the bedroom. He's definitely my new book boyfriend. Five for Five! Just sayin' - sigh.

4.5 stars
For Josiah finding love was not something he was looking for but spending the night with Maggie would be the perfect way to end his time at his friend/coworkers wedding. When he first saw Maggie he felt something deep inside but he didn't want to listen to his true feelings. He had been burned before.
Maggie didn't believe that love was in her future. When she loved someone, they left her. Except for her grandparents and her sister. She lived with her grandparents and her sister just married the love of her life. But Maggie knew that love would not happen for her. When she saw Josiah before the wedding, his stare did something to her.
After their night together, Maggie tried to push him away but Josiah wanted to help her stop the neighboring group from bothering them about selling their farm. What he learned while at the other farm had him worried for Maggie and her grandparents.
Will Maggie give Josiah a chance at a relationship? Can Josiah show Maggie that he will not hurt or leave her? Can they find out just what is going on at the farm that seems to be sketchy?
I love Shayla Black and her writing style always pulls me into each story I read. This one had me on the edge of my seat wanting to know what would happen next. I highly recommend this author, no matter what you read you will not be disappointed.
**A copy provided by the publisher through NetGalley and this is my honest review**

3.5 Stars

Magnolia West finds an unexpected and intense attraction to Josiah Grant while participating in her sister’s wedding held at the family’s ranch in rural Comfort, Texas. She is all too happy for a hookup since her luck at love has been less than stellar. Josiah Grant has his own issues when it comes to commitment hence his policies to never open his heart again. Josiah’s plans change when danger to Maggie and her grandparents becomes quite acute because a cult has owning the ranch in its sights with deadly intent. Their relationship goes into hyper drive as events force Maggie and Josiah in close contact, physically and emotionally. Maggie is determined to defend her family and their property refusing to run and hide while her Alpha protector deals with the threat much to Josiah’s frustration that she will not stay out of the front lines.

The main part of this story deals with the extremist cult group that has been buying up land all around the ranch. People opposed to them have died under mysterious circumstances making it clear how dangerous the cult is to Maggie and her family. Not surprisingly, Josiah plans to infiltrate the cult spending time in their compound trying to get a fix on its leader and his minions. This trope is not one of my favorites so that figures into my rating; the cult’s methods of luring in members are fairly predictable, some of them just plan sad and very unpleasant.

This book is the second in the Devoted Lovers series, but can be read as a standalone. Fans of Ms. Black will be familiar with her type of heroes and stories including the amount and length of steamy scenes. Though not mentioned in the synopsis, Josiah is a Dom and there are elements of that lifestyle in this story so be apprised if this is a new to you author.

Josiah never thought that a one night hook-up with the sister of the bride would stop him in his tracks and take him on a wild ride. Maggie does not let anyone in her inner circle but Josiah becomes more than what she bargains for. And BTW - there is also a crazed cult looking to take over the area and Josiah has to stop them. Shayla Black has a unique knack for writing storylines that draw the reader in while at the same time creating characters they cannot help but fall in love with. The Devoted Lovers series is quickly becoming another top notch series that readers old and new cannot get enough of. 5 Stars are not enough.

Special operative Josiah Grant and Texas beauty Magnolia West have a sizzling hook up at her sister's and his friend's wedding. That sensual night turns to more than a one night hook up. Both Josiah and Magnolia have some commitment issues but find it hard to stay away from each other. But there will be some more deadly issues that may keep them apart.

Her Lucky Charm...



Josiah Grant got more than he bargained for when he attended his friend's wedding. He did not count on the bride's little sister filling his body and soul with instant desire for her. He did not need to go down that turbulent road again. He already had been burned once and he did not want to have a repeat performance.



Maggie West is in a constant state of being unsure, keyed up and on edge when it comes to relationships. When she meets Josiah, her feelings are mixed. She does not want to be attracted to him, but the man is gorgeous, confident and he stirs up her heart where she has built up barriers. The sexual attraction between them cannot be ignored. A hook up is what they both thought would work for both of them. The stars had a different path for them.



Maggie loves her sister and grandparents unconditionally. She is like a mother protecting her cubs when it comes to her family. She would fight to the death for them. That is put to the test when a cult tries to railroad her grandparents in giving up their land to them. Shayla Black has written a story full of suspense that has you holding your breath to see what happens next.



Josiah fights his inner turmoil with the need and desire to protect Maggie from harm. Maggie struggles with the anxiety of letting her emotions rise to the surface and face how she really feels about Josiah. I hope we see more stories in this amazing series.

This author is one of my very first reads, actually I believe my third author ever. So therefore I have read her books before and am very familiar with the author’s writing style!

If you’ve read and are familiar with Shaylas’ writing style you’ll understand when I say this is such a Shayla Black book! The hero is mega alpha, (bdsm related) Dom, super sexy and brave of course! The heroine is beautiful, smart and strong with a hint of damsel in distress. My favorite kinds! That said, this book was a little of everything, and all i enjoyed!

Maggie meets Josiah at her sisters wedding. He was there to protect and she was there, well because her sister was getting married! They spend a sinful and amazing night together, only to think they will part the next day. Come to find out , they will be spending a lot more time together than anticipated. Josiah is guarding her while guarding his own heart!

Maggie is in a lot more danger than Josiah imagined. When he stays to guard her and find out what is happening in town, when he does find out, it’s a lot more threatening. When the danger gets closer, do does Josiah and Maggie. It’s kind of really beautiful, the way they are with each other. This is BDSM based and I LOVED EVERY PAGE OF IT! Shayla Black really writes that genre amazingly! So believe that the scenes are sizzling!

From The Book:
❝Baby, I took one look at you and was determined to have you whenever and however I could. Come here.❞

The characters are so intertwined, the plot fits well and everything is in order as far as reading goes. I did read this in one sitting because well, I just love her writing style and it captivated me and kept going. There wasn’t even a point where it was slightly slow! I will say that I did not expect the outcome, the ending and all. It has me on the edge reading faster to see what will happen, will it? hehe Like i said a reason why I liked this book so much, it’s got danger, mystery lots of actions and the romance since is swoon + kinky sex…so just saying!!

A MUST READ!
Rating: ★★★★★
Steamy: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 🔥PLUS!
Recommended? ☑ HIGHLY
⇨ H A P P Y – R E A D I N G ⇦

Maggie lives on a ranch with her grandparents. She was engaged but called off the wedding the morning of and has sworn to never marry. Josiah works at a security company and at his friend’s wedding when he meets Maggie. Josiah isn’t looking for a commitment, he’s fiancée cheated on him. Maggie has abandonment issues and won’t get close to anyone. After spending the night together, Maggie figures he’ll leave the next day but with danger around them, Josiah has decided to stay a couple of days until the danger passes. A group is wanting to buy their land and they have no plans of selling but this group is dangerous and will kill if necessary to get what they want. Can Josiah break down Maggie’s walls and get to her heart?
Wonderful story with sex and action. Great characters. Two people finding out how to trust others. I love Mrs. Black’s stories. They make me feel right there with them. 
* Voluntarily read and reviewed this for NetGalley *

Magnolia West is the Maid of Honor at her famous sister's wedding when she locks eyes with the best man, Josiah Grant. Josiah is there with other operatives in his group, making sure everyone stays safe through the wedding and reception. He's only there for a few days, until he finds out that the new cult down the road doesn't cause any trouble at the ranch. This cult has been buying up all the land around the West family farm, a farm that Magolia's grandparents are not about to give up!!
After a few close calls and, a few hours spent inside this compound, Josiah decides he needs help from his fellow operatives to keep the families and townspeople safe from these crazy members who will do anything, including murder, in order to take over the whole town and county!
The immediate heat between these two is unmistakable but, both have already been burned and, don't believe in getting involved at all. Fate obviously has another plan!
This was a book that you don't want to put down! The heat SIZZLES!!!

Black writes engrossing romantic suspense. As with Devoted to Pleasure, Devoted to Love has a sexy love story wrapped in a gripping drama.

Magnolia West can't resist Josiah Grant at her sister's wedding. He's just the sexy hunk she needs to take the edge off. She's a love 'em and leave 'em kind of girl so the fact that Josiah is only in town for the nuptials is perfect.

The sex is off the charts and both are trying hard to quell their desire for further contact. Josiah is quick to volunteer to help out with the problematic cult buying up all the local farmland including the West's. Josiah and Maggie are pretty sure the group is willing to kill to get what they want.

Between sessions of off the wall sex the couple is put through the worse trying to prove the cult's evil acts which seems impossible.

This book is full of sex which I know is a draw to some and a detractor for others, including me. It's well written and a good read.

This book sounded like it would be something I would really enjoy but I just couldn't get into it. It wasn't that it was poorly written or anything, I just didn't realize that this was part of a series so I kinda felt lost. I think in a few months I'll go back and read the beginning of this series and then go and read this one again.

I liked the story I just couldn't give it the love I wanted to. I think if you know this author than this will be a great book. It just wasn't my favorite.

I hadn’t read the book previous to this one and I think it may be recommended to do so. Only because the beginning of this one is SO abrupt and I’m wondering if there was a better lead in from the first book. Either way, it was a clumsy start that left a little baffled because it doesn’t give you an opportunity to form any connections. And I think the romance suffered because of it.

After that the story started to pick up and gain some traction. There were interesting obstacles and interactions. A looming and mildly complex threat gave the book some needed suspense. And I liked the development of the secondary characters,

My only other complaint was the ridiculous stubbornness of the characters to stay at the farm. I just felt that there had to be a better reason for them to place themselves in danger than was given.

Overall, I was entertained but I wasn’t head over heels for it.

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This is a story of second chances and two souls finding their way through the troubles heading their way. Maggie and Josiah have that all-consuming chemistry that will ignite the pages of your book. When they meet at the wedding of some love ones, they don’t let that night get away from them. They experience something neither of them have ever thought they could feel. When Josiah decides to stay and help Maggie with her family ranch, he makes it his mission to fight for her. Maggie is dealing with some demons that she can’t let go of and some would just call her stubborn. Josiah is fighting for her and he doesn’t give up easy because he will get what he wants even if there are forces beyond his control getting in his way. I like the suspenseful drama that unfolds within the story line. The author really brings to life some things we wonder about when there are people out there who try to influence your way of life. Maggie and Josiah have to fight this type of people through the whole story including their own hearts.

I like this story because the suspense didn’t overshadow the love story. It was a good read and the story flowed from scene to scene. The two characters are good together because they bring something out in one another that is hard to come by in this day in age. Their chemistry is intense and all consuming. Personality wise though Maggie was a hard sell for me because her stubbornness knew no bounds and she took things too far sometimes. Josiah is a good counterpart for her because he is level-headed with a dominant personality. This book was good and something nice to cuddle up with under you blanket when you need a good book to read.

Shayla Black is a newer to me author. I have read a handful of books by her and have truly enjoyed them. In Devoted to Love we get a steamy and suspenseful story that was captivating to read. Josiah Grant and Magnolia, Maggie, West meet at a wedding and have a hot and steamy night together. That was all it was supposed to be. Imagine their surprise when she becomes his client.

When it seems Maggie and her family may be in danger, Josiah will do anything to protect them and her. And as they spend time together, Josiah is determined to show her all they be if she lets him in. Maggie has not had much luck in the romance department and is more closed off. Though she finds Josiah sexy and charming, can she trust her heart to him? Josiah was protective, strong and one very determined man. He will protect Maggie and have her too. Devoted to Love by Shayla Black was full of twists, suspenseful and steamy.

Good story with a suspenseful ending.
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When I looked up the list of books by the author I was surprised at how many books she has written. I need to grab a few more as I really enjoy her writing.

This upcoming book has a great mixture of romance and suspense going on to keep the interest level high. The author gave us some great characters that were not perfect by any means. In fact, Maggie had some issues that prevented her from being a character I enjoyed as much as a typical romance. But the ending made up for a lot of what I did not like earlier in the story.

I loved the unique plot and the twists that Black kept throwing out there. The supporting characters were surprising and even a bit creepy in many ways and that kept those pages turning!

With a great plot pulled from the headlines and wonderfully developed characters, Devoted to Love is a mixture of suspense, sexiness, and surprises. Definitely worth the read!

"The truth was, everything about him flipped her switch. Even when she didn't want to want him, she did."

Josiah had no idea that his wedding hookup would turn into an assignment. He knew that it was frowned upon to mix business with pleasure with the woman he was protecting, but "The lust bug had bitten him hard." She knew exactly how to push his buttons and she did it well.

Maggie is a pistol and she gave Josiah a run for his money. Watching her wind him up was very entertaining. And seeing how quickly he had her following his orders was very hot. They were gasoline and fire to each other, so explosive my Kindle almost melted in my hands.

When I wasn't blushing or laughing I was scratching my head trying to figure out what was up with the mysterious group that was harassing Maggie's family. They took me to #CrazyTown and it was a hair raising ride. I've really enjoyed the Devoted series and look forward to whatever the author has for me next. The line forms here...