Above and Beyond

Kathryn Shay

Jun 2017 · Ocean View Books

About this ebook

A family of heroes, all in dangerous jobs, all irrevocably tied to those they love. Read about the Marino clan in this fast-paced, emotional new series, To Serve and Protect, by NYT bestselling author Kathryn Shay. 

 

Nick Marino is the top guy on POTUS’s Secret Service detail. But he’s temporarily sent to upstate New York to guard the president’s sister, Isabelle Barton, who is being threatened in anonymous notes. There, Nick becomes involved with the widowed mom and twin boys, who quickly win over what he thought was his hardened heart. Amidst the heightened anxiety of tracking down the threats, the constant vigilance and an ever-growing sexual attraction between Isabelle and Nick, these two people must uncover not only the plot against her, but determine what to do about their impossible romance.

 

ABOVE AND BEYOND provides a deep dive into the life of a Secret Service agent, the glamor of Washington politics and a close look at being related to the most powerful man in the world. The story will keep you fascinated and capture your heart with its tender and sometimes hot romance.  

 

If you liked ABOVE AND BEYOND, be sure to read the entire To Serve and Protect series:  ABOVE AND BEYOND, SAY YOU’LL STAY, ONLY WITH YOU, NO OTHER LOVE and COME BACK TO ME.

 

PRAISE FOR THE NOVELS OF KATHRYN SHAY 

“With brilliant characterization and sizzling sensuality, fast rising star Kathryn Shay gifts us with an emotional powerhouse of a love story.” RT Book Reviews  

 

“This is an enjoyable romantic suspense thriller. The story line is action-packed and filled with angst.” Harriet Klausner  

 

“Well developed characters, vivid descriptions and some tense moments…must read.” Romance Reviews Today 

 

“A wonderful work of contemporary romance, with a plot ripped straight from the headlines. Kathryn Shay never disappoints.” NY Times bestselling author Lisa Gardner 

Ratings and reviews

I thought the book was well-written and tense. Nick and Isabelle were both strong, independent and well-developed characters. Overturning the friction between Nick and Isabelle into a loving relationship while Nick was assigned to protect Isabelle and her family, was anticipated but enjoyable to read. It was gratifying to read the emphasis that Kathryn Shay placed on the importance of family in this story. There was some questions left unanswered regarding Trey - where did he get his money to buy the house in which he and his mother lived, what was his reaction when he learned Isabelle married someone else? Overall, the novel was very good. I would rate it 4.8.

Will the man or the Agent win? The first in the series is always difficult as you have a lot scene setting to do - I enjoyed this but not as much as Ms Shays other series - America's Bravest and Hidden Cove. I did enjoy the interactions between Nick and Isabelle and as always they are well written strong characters, plenty of drama, intrigue, steamy moments, funny quips and tension - but it was lacking the pull of the other two series - cannot put my finger on exactly what is missing but I didn't lose myself in this book. Yes there were scenes that were a little unbelievable and if they had happened Nick would certainly not be promoted as he is.....but honestly this is fiction and we read for enjoyment not for technical accuracy. I love Kathryn Shay's books normally so I will be reading the second in the series and hoping it is stronger and hooks me.

Unusual in that it"s written from the perspective of the family of the man in power and the people whose jobs are to protect them. Even the smallest clue may lead to solving the mystery.

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