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Rescuing Rayne is the first book in the Delta Force Heroes series written by Susan Stoker. Captain Keane “Ghost” Bryson is part of the elite Delta Force military team who is returning to Texas from a top secret mission. During a layover in London, he meets Rayne, a beautiful flight attendant who is also on her way to Texas. After their flight is canceled, they decide to pass the time exploring London and see where the night takes them.
“So today can go one of two ways. We can spend the day together, see some sights, laugh and have a good time, then go our separate ways.”
“And the other way?”
“We can spend the day together, see some sights, laugh and have a good time, then see where this attraction between us goes. Then tomorrow, we’ll go our separate ways.”
Ghost does not do relationships because of the nature of his job. Rayne has never had a one-night stand but she isn’t completely opposed to it. And so they spend the day together having fun, sharing laughs, and getting to know each other. Even though Rayne is nervous and knows that this is only for one night, she feels a connection to Ghost and they end up giving in to their desires. But following through with his rules, Ghost leaves in the morning before Rayne wakes even though he feels a strong attraction to her.
Princess,
I told you I didn’t do relationships…and I don’t. But this morning, for the first time in my life, I wished I was a different kind of man. Stay safe.
~Ghost
Fast forward six months and both Rayne and Ghost are still feeling the effects of their one day and night in London. Rayne can not stop thinking of Ghost but has no way to contact him. Ghost wants Rayne but refuses to risk her life because of his job choice. Accepting that he will never see her agian, he is shocked when he hears that she is one of the hostages in a terrorist attack. Rayne, during a layover in Egypt, joins a tour group with a fellow flight attendant. Little did she know she would end up in a dire situation. When all hope seems lost, masked soldiers come to her rescue and among them is Ghost.
The reunion does not begin on a positive note with all she went through, but Ghost is there supporting her the entire time. He decides that his feelings for Rayne are real and that he wants to pursue a relationship.
“It wasn’t by accident that I was there…No way will I ever believe that. I might not be a smart man, or even a very religious one, but when God reaches down and puts the best thing to ever happen to me right in my path—twice—I’m not going to ignore it. Not again.”
This book was my first by Susan Stoker. It was entertaining but I wasn’t fully invested in the main characters. I didn’t really feel their strong connection. I did like how even though Ghost was not looking for a relationship in the beginning, he still took care of Rayne, had her best interest in mind, and was very sweet. There were sexy times along with the swoony moments.
“You make everything I’ve done, every sacrifice I’ve made, worth it.”
The plot was fairly predictable and there were few surprises. Also, the conflicts in their relationship were resolved quickly and there was very little angst. I would not consider this a deep story but it was enjoyable none the less.
3 “It’s fate” stars
*This ARC was generously provided by RockStarLit PR for an honest review.*