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TO STEAL A HEART - K.C. Bateman
#1 in the Secrets and Spies romantic suspense series
FULL OF ACTION! - 4 stars
Plot - 4 stars - Marianne is a circus performer who is just trying to keep her and her sister alive after the death of their aristocratic parents during the French Revolution. Surprisingly she is recruited to help free a prisoner, using her tightrope and knife-throwing skills. The man she is working with turns out to be a sexy and powerful double agent that she is trying to resist.
Writing - 4 stars - Bateman is able to craft a story that is both exciting and romantic. The setting is rich and full of both highs and lows. I was caught up in the story right away and was kept on the edge of my seat throughout.
Characters - 4.5 stars - This is where the story shone for me. Marianne is a petite yet strong woman who doesn't recognize either her strength or her beauty. I enjoyed watching her face every adversity and rise above them without losing her self-respect or her determination. Nic is the ultimate spy--hot and sexy and very powerful, both physically and mentally. He plays on people's emotions, especially women, and is able to finagle himself out of every dangerous situation. Very attractive and a good guy to have at your back in a pinch.
Title - 4 stars - The title leads the reader in the right direction, referring to stealing but also mentioning the heart since it's a romance.
Cover - 4 stars - This cover certainly catches the eye, showing the very attractive body of the main female character.
Overall - 4 stars - I thoroughly enjoyed it. I've read one other Bateman book before this, so I was prepared for something fun, and this book definitely delivered. There was a good foundation of an exciting plot and well-designed characters. And the action-packed scenes really carried me forward, keeping my interest and compelling me to keep turning the pages. I will certainly look for the next in this sure-to-be-entertaining series.

First, I have to say that I did receive this from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Okay now that is off my chest wow... so this has taken many different times and a couple of years for me to finish. I honestly have to say I have never disliked a main character as much as I hated Nic. He is a spy trying to complete a rescue mission and does everything in his power to get a woman to assist. He is a jerk and down right annoying person. I couldn’t stand him at all. Then we have a woman who has been through some horrible times being blackmailed by the “HERO,” and who never follows through on anything she plans. Drove me crazy!