Addictive series

I am devouring this series!
I love the ongoing developing storyline and adore Valor and Doyle.
The narration is really good and I can't wait to see how the rest of the series develops.
I'm now about to start listening to the next one.
Highly recommended.

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Love this series

Second book in the series and it isn't a standalone, you need to read/listen to it in order.
Quaid and Aslan, two lovely character. Opposites attract, low on erotica but high on emotions.
The narrator just perfect, I like listening to his narrations.
Recommend it! Can't wait the next one.

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The story continues

I like this one better than the first, probably because I know a lot of the characters now. It’s fun and easy as well as serious.

Nick is amazing as usual. With the accents in the last book, this time it’s the emotional parts that impress me! Making a sobbing, blubbering mess sounds believable isn’t a walk in the park!

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Can’t go wrong with this one

Story: there was never a Nicky James book that I didn’t love. This one is no exception. I must say these two MCs are one of my favorite couples, warts, dents and all. And the story? Top notch!
Narration: good as always. Nick J. Russo definitely knows how it’s done.

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Can’t get enough of this!!!

I love this series!!! Nick J. Russo was brilliant narrating this book! Aslan and Quaid are explosive, the banter is amazing and also the flirting, I loved how this characters sound and Nick was the perfect guy for this story! Looking forward to listening the next book!

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Addicting series

I really enjoyed it. I listen to a lot of audio books but this one really made me stop and enjoy the story quite a few times. It has one of my top author’s plus the narration by Nick J. Russo is perfect. He really knew how to give added personality to the story. I feel his voice and the way he has perfected the timbre of the story made it feel like it was something playing out before me. This is the kind of audio book that causes me to want to listen more than read.
I was so anxious to get this story and it did not disappointment me. The story really starts in Temporary Partners so I feel it is a necessity to read that one first. The attraction between these two Aslan and Quaid is unbelievable. But there are a number of issues that keep both from wanting more than a hookup. Quaid is trying to get over a bad relationship. Aslan is known as the playboy and addiction issues keep him from involvement. And these guys work in different detective groups that have a real dislike for each other.
When a murder and brutal beating bring these two together that attraction is rekindled. I enjoyed reading these two dance around each other. Kept saying this was the last time. And of course, they couldn’t stay away from each other so each time was the last time.
I feel the mystery part of the story is real good. Quaid having a personal involvement in this case and Aslan being assigned to it gave them an excuse to be together.
The teasing and flirting Aslan does to Quaid gave me more than a couple laughs. The development of the relationship is what I expected from this author. It is more the focus of the story rather than the case. The actions of both of these guys entertained me as the answers were revealed concerning the mystery.
I feel this story ends on a hrn and really makes me impatient to have the next in the series.

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Absolutely Magnificent ❤️

WOW.......Absolutely outstanding hooked from the start love the books by Nicky James and in audio Nick J Russo as nailed it again truly superb narration love how he brings Quaid and Aslan to life the mystery that gets them working together again unable to deny the chemistry between them they can't stay away from each other the teasing, flirting and the banter is so much fun they are so perfect together love these two can't wait for more recommend so much. ❤️

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Simply fabulous

Nothing Nicky James writes could ever be described as run-of-the-mill. She continually surprises and enthrals me with her fabulous writing and unique storylines. So memorable are her characters that I remember each and every one of them with affection long after finishing her books. I’ve already returned for comfort re-reads/re-listens of much of her work despite having only discovered her in the past year and I’ve devoured her entire backlist with relish. There’s nothing bland about this talented lady’s writing - it’s gritty and has totally commanded my attention. I’m in awe of the fascinating and diverse subjects she has so far covered with such obvious attention to research detail.

In this instalment of Nicky James’s Valor and Doyle series there is a violent attack on two men to investigate which leads to the death of one of them, with the other left clinging to life in ICU for many weeks. It’s not in Valor’s normal remit as he is a detective in the Missing Persons Unit, but the crime is personal to him and he therefore sets out to persuade homicide detective, Aslan Doyle, and his partner, Torin Fox, to allow him to join forces with them and consult using his insider knowledge of one of the victims in his argument to their compliance. Before the end of Elusive Relations is reached we are also given a hint that a MPU cold case is to be re-opened. I really hoped for this and am salivating with anticipation.

It’s difficult to write a review of an ongoing series without giving away spoilers. I know there are some who prefer to wait for completion and then read or listen back-to-back… myself included generally - so it’s these people I’m considering by not giving too much of the story away. However, so addictive is this series and the developing attraction between Nicky James’s two fabulous detectives that I simply couldn’t wait for the series to be completed and I had to jump in, to both read and listen as soon as the books and audio books were released. Do yourself a favour, if you love a clever mystery with many twists and turns, fabulous writing, two perfectly imperfect men who are poles apart but who just can’t stay away from each other then you’ve found the perfect series.

Nick Russo does a fabulous job with the narration of this book. His portrayal of Doyle’s partner, Torin Fox, stands out in particular; I can totally see this Jack-the-lad character in my mind’s eye… cocky and sure of himself he throws every obstacle in the way of Valor’s attempts to join their team. He’s also astonished to see that his normally promiscuous partner, Doyle, is apparently falling hard for their MPU nemesis. I really loved Torin and thought Nick Russo totally nailed him. I again found the fact that he didn’t give Valor and Doyle’s voices enough differences to distinguish between them a slight problem. But so slight that I adapted and listened carefully; the more upbeat, flirty tone he gave to Doyle helped when the two were in conversation. Also, there are dialogue tags, so my enjoyment wasn’t spoilt. And as I’m now more used to the differences in these two detectives simply from Nicky James’s description and development of them I’m not marking Nick Russo down.

Never have I waited with so much anticipation for the next book in an ongoing series. Quaid Valor and Aslan Doyle have carved a place in my heart and I can hardly wait to see where the author takes them on their journey. Highly recommended.

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great series

I absolutely loved thies series - Valor and Doyle are great characters and the story is exciting.
Highly recommended!

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Amazing!!!

I absolutely love the hijinks and shenanigans between Quaid and Aslan.

This series keeps getting better!!

I absolutely love how we see Quaid and Aslan's relationship further evolve.

The mystery is an added layer of suspense and spice to the romantic plot.

Definitely recommend this series

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