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Fighting for Reese is the second in the Redemption Harbor Security series. Cash and Reese go undercover at a couples retreat although Cash is determined to make their relationship real. The relationship between Cash and Reese is steamy and relatively low angst. The story is suspenseful with a few plot twists and humorous in parts - I especially had a chuckle at their and another couple's alibi at one point in the story. Overall a great read - I can't wait to read the next in this series.

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Fighting for Reese is the second in the Redemption Harbor Security series. Cash and Reese go undercover at a couples retreat although Cash is determined to make their relationship real. The relationship between Cash and Reese is steamy and relatively low angst. The story is suspenseful with a few plot twists and humorous in parts - I especially had a chuckle at their and another couple's alibi at one point in the story. Overall a great read - I can't wait to read the next in this series.

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Fighting for Reese is written using Katie Reus formula and guess what her formula really works well. She is able to pull reader into her stories and keeps them hooked until the last words on written. Her sexy time is steamy as always along with the action the author is able to create and bring great action.
Thank you to Netgalley for Katie Reus Redemption Harbor series.

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What a great story. I loved the plot with the undercover couples retreat. Very unique and interesting. Reese & Cash are a hoot and watching Reese come to terms with her feelings was great. This story has all the good stuff, romance, action, suspense, a little bit of mystery, and great characters!

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Loved this story! This was exciting and romantic. The intricate plot of a missing person turning into a murder and drug running had me reading non-stop. This is a he falls first and won't give up the chase love story that I could not put down! Love love this author and series so much!

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FIGHTING FOR REESE is exactly what fans of Ms. Reus’ romantic suspense storylines are looking for. She gives a mystery to solve, a steamy romance (though one of the parties might be more than a little reluctant) action, danger and intrigue.

Reviewed by Annetta Sweetko for Fresh Fiction.

Complete review:https://freshfiction.com/review.php?id=86593

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Cash Pierce has been burned too many times by women attracted to his good looks and money. When he joins Redemption Harbor Security, he meets the woman of his dreams... who wants nothing to do with him.
Reese grew up wealthy with overbearing and judgmental parents, the last man she wants to date is rich, charming, and overall too happy Cash. But when they hook up after a friend's wedding, she can feel herself getting attached, gets scared, and runs. When they get assigned to go undercover together on a couple's retreat, will she be able to resist him when they're living under the same roof?
I didn't read the first book, so I feel like I was missing some of the back story of the security company and some of the characters, but overall it reads as a standalone. I enjoyed the suspense aspect of the story at the retreat, especially as it showed the protective and serious side to the sweet and happy Cash. Rowan and Adalyn, the main characters in the next book, also joined the op and I'm interested to see what relationship develops from their complicated history. The pacing of the story was good, the romance was sweet, and there was a lot of tension and spice to keep me flipping pages.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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This group of friends has a bound that is unbreakable. You could tell in the previous book that Cash was more then he seemed and Reece was it for him. Them being the main characters is this book really allowed their relationship to develop.

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As always, Ms. Reus delivers a thrilling blend of romance and suspense that will hook readers from the first page. The story features Reese, a grumpy yet competent security expert with a firm no-relationships policy, especially not with men who exude 'golden retriever energy'—charming, friendly, and way too appealing for her own good. However, Reese's self-imposed rules are challenged when she ends up sharing more than just professional space with her disarmingly handsome coworker, Constantine (affectionately known as Cash). Cash, is everything Reese isn't. Despite his sunny disposition and considerable wealth, he's experienced his own share of heartbreak, which makes him wary yet hopeful in matters of love. His chemistry with Reese is palpable, and the forced proximity of an undercover mission at a couples' retreat only fans the flames of their attraction.

The plot thickens deliciously as what starts as a simple undercover operation spirals into a dangerous, life-threatening situation. The dynamic between Reese and Cash evolves beautifully amidst this chaos, with Reese's tough exterior slowly cracking to reveal a vulnerability that Cash is more than ready to embrace.

What sets this book apart is its perfect balance of witty banter, romantic development, and suspenseful twists. It leaves readers eagerly anticipating more adventures, hoping to see the stories of these other characters.

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First I would like to thank Author Collective 20 for providing me an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This is the story of Reese, security specialist, who after her best friend's wedding decided to hook up with Cash and now has to figure out how to work with him everyday. When Reese and Cash are put on an assignment together as a "fake" couple they are forced to spend a lot of intimate time together while trying to find a missing girl. Cash has been interest in Reese since the minute he met her and after their hookup he hoped it was finally time, but Reese did a runner and avoided him. When they are assigned together his goal is not only to do their job but also convince Reese that he is worth the risk of heartbreak.

What I loved:
- Book series, this is the second in a series and I just love how all of the characters from the first book and previous series get featured throughout the story
- Sunshine/Sunshine, I think this is a unique situation where neither Reese nor Cash are "grumpy" but Reese is definitely the darker of the two but I do enjoy that they are both more positive type characters who are just fighting attraction to each other
- Twist, the assignment Cash and Reese are sent on appears to be one thing but as the story progresses I was not expecting how everything ended up
- Spicy, even though we only get flashbacks to their night after the wedding when they did finally get together it was good

Overall, I really loved this book. I have read a lot of books by this author and this is one that has absolutely stuck with me cause I just loved Cash and Reese so much. If anyone out there is looking for a romantic suspense with a great couple, fun "mystery", good amount of spice and overall amazing group of characters please check this book or any in the series out!

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Amazing story! Reese and Cash were a dynamite duo. This definitely wasn’t a one-time thing, but Reese was stubborn and Cash had his work cut out for him.

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This is a voluntary review of an advanced copy.

I loved this book which was kind of backwards from normal romance books - it is usually the guy who is grumpy and the woman is the cheery, sunny person but with Reese and Cash - nope! Reese is definitely not a happy person and usually frowning while Cash is very upbeat and friendly. Which kind of irritates Reese especially because she is very attracted to Cash against her own wishes!

They are assigned a case as an engaged couple and Cash is going to use that to get close to Reese and not give her a chance to get away because as Hailey mentioned, Reese is a runner.

At the wellness center that they are sent to investigate the disappearance of an employee, they must act the loving couple that is newly engaged and Cash is using every opportunity to show Reese that he would make a great husband for real.

There is so much drama, secrets, and action throughout the book that I had to read it in one sitting because I wanted to get to their HEA and find out if the next book will be about Rowan and Adalyn and it is! So, now I have to wait for their story because Rowan has some major apologies owed to Adalyn!!

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A new series, new characters, with a glimpse fo the olden and golden characters making a welcome appearance.

Katie Reus’s new series, Redemption Harbor Security” continues with Constantine in the crossharis of love “Fighting For Reece. Both have a past with fears and insecurities to deal with and going undercover as a couple at a spa retreat sets the stage to get past those fears, if they can survive the death around them.

I like these new characters in her new series. Loyal, faithful and devoted to each other, I’d love to see the rest of the siblings finding their true love. Katie Reus is a pro with her narration and plots and reading her stories is always a balm to my heart. I enjoy them to the fullest!

Gifted an ebook for an honest review.

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A big thank you to NetGalley and the author for the eARC. I am voluntarily reviewing this book. This is part of a series, but reads well as a stand alone. This is Reese and Cash's story. It is a bit convoluted, with some suspense. I found it very cute but totally unrealistic-at least to me. Very outside of my worldview. It is a fun read and I like all the characters. 4 stars

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I have never read a bad book by this author, and this is no exception! This is Cash and Reese’s story. The go undercover at a couples retreat to find a missing girl. But is that the only thing they are doing under the covers? Hot romance, action and suspense.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you for allowing me to review

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The second book in the series continues shortly after the first one ends, Hailey and Jessie's wedding. As best man and maid of honor, Reese and Cash hook up after the wedding. Reese has been fighting her attraction to Cash, because she has trust issues.iSo does Cash, but he knew Reese was the one for him shortly after they met. One of the reasons that he joined Redemption Harbor Security, aside from boredom and looking for a new challenge was being close to Reese. A case of a missing young woman sends Reese, Cash, Rowen and Adalyn to a resort in Montana. Reese and Cash are posing as a married couple, but for Cash it is real. By the end of the case Reese is all in. But meanwhile they have to find the missing woman (or corpse, because they already suspect she is dead), figure out what is going on at the resort, deal with harsh weather conditions and ferocious wildlife.

This is a very exciting story with wonderful characters, lively banter, a mystery and danger. Can't wait for number 3. I read a gifted advanced readers copy from NetGalley.com. This is my unbiased, honest and voluntary review.

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Redemption my Harbor Security quickly became my new one-click series to read and Katie Reus hit the mark again with Cash and Reese. While undercover, things escalate quickly, both in their case and personally. We get suspense and romance with some twists and a HEA. Perfect reading for those who love romantic suspense.

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Reese and Cash are a great team. Reese tries pushing him away but soon learns that is not in her best interests. When they pair up to find a missing woman, things move fast and furiously for both the suspense and their relationship. The emotions and the twists and turns keep the reader on edge. The secondary characters bring dimension and depth to the story. I can't wait for Rowan and Adlyn to get their story. The writing moves smoothly and logically. This is a nice sized book that you will read quickly.

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Another action-packed romance from Katie Reus. Reese has a one night stand with Cash, but he wants more. Then they are assigned to go undercover as an engaged couple. The sparks and the bullets fly! I liked the development of the relationship between them and the twists in the case.

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Thank you Netgalley for allowing me access Fighting for Reese in exchange for my honest opinion.

If you like action and suspense then this is the series for you. Fighting for Reese is the second title in the Redemption Harbor Security series, following the main characters Constantine aka Cash and Reese. I'm giving the story a 4 stars out of 5. I thoroughly enjoyed the chemistry between Cash and Reese. I found it to be a quick read.

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