Claiming Alexis
(Book 2 of 2 in the Ace Security Series) by Susan Stoker
Date of Publication: July 11, 2017
Nothing is more important to Blake Anderson than the work he does with his brothers at Ace Security. At least that's what he thinks until he meets the fiercely independent Alexis Grant. The security firm's new intern pushes all his buttons—and makes his temperature rise. But giving in to temptation might be risky business.
Alexis can tell that Blake has his doubts about her ability to commit. But while most people look at her and see only a flighty rich girl, she knows he sees much more. Determined to prove herself to Blake, Alexis jumps at the chance to work undercover. And when her case takes a dangerous turn, she puts her trust—and her heart—in his hands.
Now, as Alexis digs into the deadly secrets of a local gang, Blake will lay everything on the line to protect the woman he's come to love.
3.5 Stars
Claiming Alexis is the second title in the Ace Security series and features Blake and Alexis, and is a friends to lovers romance. Anyone who has read the previous title Claiming Grace will be familiar with both these characters. This title picks up where the first book left off, but it is not imperative to have read the previous title to still enjoy Claiming Alexis.
Alexis although a privileged rich girl, she is quite relate-able with self esteem issues. I really liked her sense of determination and vulnerability and her desire to prove herself.
Blake is a the type of alpha hero I have come to expect from Ms Stoker, a fabulous blend of sexy, protective alpha who is also sweet, caring and gentle.
The love scenes and chemistry between this pair is quite hot and steamy.
I enjoyed the cross over of characters from the first title in the series, and the continuation of Grace and Logan's story within the plot of Claiming Alexis. Although this title is well written, and enjoyable it didn't quite hit the mark with me, unlike so many of Ms Stoker's previous works. I found that some aspects of this title lacked realism. I do look forward to the final triplet Nathan finding his happy ever after in the final title in the Ace Security series.
New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author, Susan Stoker has a heart as big as the state of Texas where she lives, but this all American girl has also spent the last fourteen years living in Missouri, California, Colorado, and Indiana. She's married to a retired Army man who now gets to follow her around the country.
She debuted her first series in 2014 and quickly followed that up with the SEAL of Protection Series, which solidified her love of writing and creating stories readers can get lost in.