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When a reality dating show becomes a race for their lives . . .

Charlotte Lennox has spent the last decade on the run, protecting her sister from a past she hopes remains buried. Meeting a handsome and funny stranger, only to discover he’s not who he says he is, prompts her to do what she does best—disappear.

One month and one more wrong-place-wrong-time situation later, Charlotte and her sister wind up on a dating show with Mr. Hot and Humorous.

Quickly realizing they’re both keeping secrets from each other, it doesn’t take Charlotte long to figure out he’s not there for love or he’s on a mission.

Jack London, former Army Special Forces and a loyal, trustworthy friend, is also a man who’s given up on love. But a chance encounter with a stunning, mysterious woman gives him hope, along with the most memorable night of his life . . . only for her to slip away the next day without a word.

When an undercover assignment with his private security firm, Falcon Falls, takes Jack to a dating-adventure game in the wild, the last person he expects to see is his dream woman. And they’ve just been coupled up and placed on the same team.

Forced to remain close and learn to trust each other, it becomes impossible to resist temptation, and things quickly heat up in the jungle.

But when their team goes from being under the spotlight to under fire, they discover just how deadly of a game love can be. From Wall Street Journal bestselling author Brittney Sahin comes a thrilling romantic suspense novel in the Falcon Falls Security series. The Wanted One may be read as a standalone.

430 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 4, 2023

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Brittney Sahin

59 books12.6k followers
Brittney Sahin began writing at an early age, with the dream to be a published author before the age of 18. Although academic pursuits (and, later, a teaching career) interrupted her aspirations, she never stopped writing—never stopped imagining.

It wasn’t until her students encouraged her to follow her dreams that Brittney said goodbye to Upstate New York in order to start a new adventure in the place she was raised: Charlotte, North Carolina. Here, she decided to take her students’ advice and begin to write again.

In 2015, she published her first novel, The Safe Bet. When she is not working on upcoming novels, she spends time with her family. She is a proud mother of two boys and a lover of suspense novels, coffee, and the outdoors.

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2,162 reviews105 followers
July 30, 2023
4.5 stars

We all have that author whom we read without looking at the blurb, the characters are like family, and we fall right into the story as if no time has passed. We read, reread their books, and discover something new with each read. Ms. Sahin is one of those authors for me.

I have been waiting for Jack’s story; my expectations of danger, suspense, secrets, twists, and chemistry between characters were there. The premise was the surprise. Jack has always been the jokester of Falcon Falls Security, and his story is lighter than any other in the series. Perfect for Jack! Charley is his equal; her sass, moxie, and independence are challenging for Jack. So, enjoy the story, fun, humor, and danger it brings while keeping us in this world until the next Falcon Falls team member falls.

Thank you to the Author for the advanced copy; this is my voluntary review.
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45 reviews7 followers
August 12, 2023
What an adventure!

Jack is normally the happy go lucky
comedian of the crew, but lately, his life is just grey. He and some of the Falcon Falls crew get involved w
ith an Op that has him dealing with a reality
dating show where he runs into someone he had met on a previous Op and lost contact with. Charley is running, but somehow, her sister talks
her into going on it with her. Jack and Charley reunite, but there's a danger, intrigue adventure they have to battle through for their HEA. Bonus, we get to revisit some old friends from the Stealth Ops Series . The Author just keeps out doing herself with every new book. She is an automatic one click writer for me.
5 stars aren't enough.
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775 reviews18 followers
January 27, 2026
**Oyy. Really?**

It was honestly just kinda all over the place. Sub-par as most of the entries of this series has been. Uncompelling. The dating game show premise was not only lame, but also disturbing, gross, and not the least bit believable at all. It gave the entire story a bit of a generic feel in some instances, and trashy in others, especially given the abundance of forcible, ridiculous details seemingly being written JUST to remind us that the heroine, hero, and all other men and women are horny and can't be civil about it. Breasts with no bras (inexplicably), lengthy scenes with no panties, etc. It all felt present just to prove a point that didn't need proving, and once it all came together, it was just a bit too ludicrous and so sexually exploitative.

It also didn't help that we don't REALLY get to spend much time with Jack and Charlotte when they initially met. Yeah. This is one of THOSE stories where you hear about the aftermath of a thing and are then told about that thing retroactively. A lot of telling without showing. Sadly, I just couldn't buy Jack's weird connection to Charlotte, outside of each of them wanting to plow one another nonstop. The sex scenes were mostly tasteless and tacky, and even a bit laughable. For example, I snorted when Charlotte was pouty about Jack's lack of condoms to accommodate a sex romp, only to jump his bones later willy nilly because she suddenly had an IUD. Like huh?

I wish all the former entries and all the crossovers were fresher in my head so I wouldn't have lost track of all these characters, but that's no one's fault but my own. My point is that I feel like I'm reading more of the same, really. I remember (vaguely) really, REALLY liking Jack in past entries, but now that he was here being the star of his own book, I was pretty underwhelmed by him. He didn't stand out like I expected him to, didn't feel like the same guy he'd been. It's all just...formulaic. The overabundance of supporting characters waiting for their own turns in future entries was distracting too and also a bit forced. There were certainly still effectively enjoyable moments in this story, enough to hold on to the second star, but eh...I consider this one a loss.
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94 reviews1 follower
August 4, 2023
ARC Review:

SIGH—I say it every time. Queen B, you just keep getting better, and this time is no exception!

Jack and Charlotte unexpectedly meet again during a reality dating show (think Survivor meets Love Island). Charley is participating at the request of her sister to win the grand prize, while Jack and his team are there to investigate missing contestants. Sparks fly, and neither of them are able to resist each other this time around.

Jack, you surprised the hell out of me! Being the lighthearted joker in the group, I did not expect the amount of depth and emotion surrounding his character. A big, strong, muscular, lethal gentleman who just wants to be loved? What a perfect mix! SWOON. And then we have Charley—a total badass! A survivor. Her and her sister had been through hell and back, with Charley taking the brunt of it, being the oldest.

There is a helluva lot of action in this one, and I devoured it. One thing I adore about Brittney's books is that she takes you through numerous possibilities before landing on the truth, and it makes for a wild ride trying to figure out the outcome along with the characters. Extra points for all the cameos from the team— I will take as much Gray as I can!

At no surprise to anyone, I loved this book; my heart is happy, and I cannot wait to see where she takes us next!
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11 reviews
August 8, 2023
I’ll be honest, I enjoy the primary story in these books but I’m getting a little confused and sick of the attempted back ground character building. SPOILER. It’s like she can’t figure out who she wants as a couple in future books so she sets the stage for one potential couple but then unravels that and sets the stage for maybe them each being with someone else and then changes her mind and wants the original potential couple again. Does that make sense? I find it very convoluted and confusing, takes me away from the main couple and their story.
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819 reviews59 followers
August 8, 2023
Jack Is Perfection

Brittney Sahin has a way of making you fall in love with characters long before they get their own books. Every new release is my most anticipated read and The Wanted One was no exception.

Jack is the comedian of Falcon Falls Security. He is hilarious in previous books and his internal monologue had me laughing out loud in this one, but Jack is more than he seems. Underneath the funny banter is just a guy trying to find his person after searching for love in all the wrong places.

We find out Jack met someone on a previous op that he cannot stop thinking about. He knows her first name is Charley, but nothing else that would help him find her without asking his team for help. Jack has all but given up until they both somehow end up on a dating competition in the Amazon described as “Survivor meets Love Island. Maybe a little Naked and Afraid”.

Charley is a fierce survivor who has been on the run for years to protect her sister, Lucy. She is shocked when she runs into Jack on the show and automatically assumes he is after them. Her past is a mystery that slowly unfolds throughout the story and ties in with the overall mission of Falcon Falls.

Jack & Charley are both there under false pretenses and feel like they have to question each other’s motives because neither can reveal the truth. I mean, what are the chances? There are outside forces at work and I can't say much about the plot without spoilers, but I could not put this book down. Brittney Sahin weaves the multiple storylines together in spectacular fashion.

There is a ton of action packed adventure between the competition and the underlying danger. When they aren't running from bad guys or trying to survive the competition, Jack and Charley are forced to confront their attraction and things quickly start to heat up. There is so much more than chemistry between these two and my heart swooned as their deeper feelings were revealed. Jack falls first and it made me love him even more. He hits all the marks for my favorite kind of protector hero and I was so happy to see him finally get his HEA.

The other single members of Falcon Falls play a big part in this story and the author has left us with so many possibilities for the remaining books in this series, especially Carter. I am so excited for all that is to come.

The Wanted One was everything I hoped for and more. I am content with this story while longing for more from these characters that will live forever in my heart.
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1,030 reviews275 followers
August 11, 2023
Steam Rating: 4
I am a big fan of romance reality shows, so I loved the setup for The Wanted One's assignment for the Falcon Falls Security guys. I've also felt like I waited for Jack's story for forever (read: 5 days), because it was so obvious in the previous books that he just wanted someone to share his life with too. Poor guy was over here begging for love, while the others tried not to find it, so of course I'm happy he finally got it! I'm not an instalove girl, but it worked for me here.
I read The Wanted One so quick, it's the one I can most see being a film. Truly action packed.
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777 reviews7 followers
July 29, 2023
An emotional and thrilling ride, with a twist of humor

I love reading a Brittney Sahin story. You know you’re going to get intense and thrilling suspense along with heartfelt emotion, a touch of humor, and a plethora of alpha male protectors. YES! The Wanted One is the fifth book in the Falcon Falls series and might just be my favorite (so far). Yes, I have to qualify that because each book I read of hers becomes my new favorite. Jack London (same name as the famous author) is the jokester of the group of retired military special ops men who take on missions around the world. He meets Charlotte (Charley) Braxton and knows he’s found “the one”. However, she leaves the next morning without so much as a note, and he spends the next month trying to find her. Imagine his surprise when she shows up on a mission. Then the fun, suspense, and steam commence!

I can’t say enough about the incredible characters Brittney Sahin creates. They feel like friends as I get to know them, and when I finish the book, I’m sad that my time with them is over… until I read it again. :) These guys are tough, smart, and alpha. Yet, they are complex and the protective streak they have for their friends and ladies is swoon-worthy. The ladies are sassy, savvy, and capable. They challenge their men in ALL the best ways. The Wanted One is a superb story with twists and turns, suspense, and lots of steam. I’m looking forward to the next in the Falcon Falls series.
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24 reviews2 followers
July 31, 2023
Aww Jack🫠

Brittney has done it yet again with this book. She pulls it out of the back with every book and doesn’t disappoint one bit.

Poor Jack bumps into his the one (Charley) on an OP in Cape Town. Only for her to sneak out on him the next morning. He then gets strong armed by Mya to go speed dating and Gwen pushing to put himself out there too. Only then to end up on a dating show for an OP and is it coincidence that Charley is there too??.
Jack has always been the joker of the pack but in this book we see not only his funny side but also his vulnerability.
You will laugh and you will cry, and maybe fan yourself too at some of the escapades that happen. There is also plenty of action too.
Brittney gives us a sneak peek into Carter’s character in this book and he does have a heart and can crack jokes too.

That’s all I’m going to say without giving any spoilers away. This book is full of little surprises so make sure you read it very thoroughly or you might miss something.
Thank you again Brittney for another great read. Hope you all enjoy this book as much as I did. 🥰
41 reviews
August 12, 2023
Meant To Be

Jack London, member of Falcon Falls Security team, met Charlotte (Charley) as he was wrapping up another case, and there was an instant connection between them. They spent a wonderful night together, but she was gone when he woke up in the morning. He tries to find her, but then gives up because he didn’t want to be someone who acted like a stalker. Unfortunately, he just can’t forget her.
Charlotte and her sister are on the run because Charley (Charlotte) are being pursued by Federal agents due to an agent being killed supposedly by Charley.
Fast forward Charley and her sister won a spot as contestants in a type of survival contest in the Amazon region to win a million dollars. Unknown to them, girls have disappeared after previous contests, and Falcon Falls Security, including Jack, Carter, Oliver, Mya, Gwen, Mason, under cover, is involved in investigating these disappearances.
The Federal agents, a drug cartel, a former lover of Charley’s mother throw all kinds of obstacles in the way, but Jack and his team members do their utmost to protect Charley and her sister Lucy, while eluding the drug cartel, the kidnappers of the missing girls, and a crooked Federal agent, even as Jack and Charley are falling deeper in love.
This book has it all—intrigue, murder, drug runners, survival, and lots of romance. I highly recommend this long-awaited book (by me and other fans) by Brittney Sahin. I’m sure won’t be disappointed!
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280 reviews13 followers
June 29, 2024
I knew going into this book that it would make me cry happy tears because it finally meant that Jack would get his HEA. Brittney has a magical way of making these characters jump off the pages, making them seem like real people.
Right off the bat, we see Jack experiencing the awkwardness of speed dating (bless his heart). Then we immediately jump into the “mission” and meet Charley. She could not be more perfect for Jack. Not only did she not let him get away with anything but she also allowed him to be his wonderfully old fashioned self.
Don’t even get me started on the infamous lie detector scene. I literally felt every emotion under the sun with this scene. I promise you will laugh, cry and maybe get a little uncomfortable (*cough*Carter). My favorite thing about Brittney’s books is the way she makes you notice the secondary characters as much as the hero/heroine. We ALL noticed Carter in this one. I feel like we saw a different side to him. So much mystery is still there which makes you wish for more.
I got halfway through the book and literally said that I had no idea how it would end. SO MANY SURPRISES!!! The ending was everything I could’ve wanted for Jack and Charley. This book ranks right up there for me with Chasing Shadows!!
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305 reviews1 follower
August 16, 2023
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️

"Where you go, I go."

May I introduce to you, your new book boyfriend. Jack London is a former Green Beret, now working with Falcon Falls Security. Most of his buddies have found their "someone" and are settling down. He wants that. He wants a wife and kids. He thought he found her last month but when he woke the next morning, she was gone.

Charlotte (Charley) and her sister have been on the run for 10 years. She works jobs where she can and lives to keep her sister safe, never staying in one place for long.

A chance to win lots of money has Charley and her sister going on a dating adventure show where she comes face to face with Jack again. He has an ulterior motive for being there.

The Wanted One is full of adventure, suspense, and so many plot twists. This latest installment of the Falcon Falls Series lives up to the expectations. Not only do we get to see Jack, sweet, wonderful, sexy, funny Jack, fall in love, but we get to reunite with so many of the characters we were introduced to in previous books.

I absolutely loved this book! I think the last time I highlighted a book this much was in a college textbook. The characters are smart, strong, and complex. This book has everything you look for in the action & adventure romance genre.
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532 reviews8 followers
May 1, 2024
I will always give a five star rating to Brittany Sahin’s books. It’s full of thrilling action, suspense, romance and personal struggles.

The plot is meticulously elaborated and so interwoven that makes it absolutely genius.

The way it seems all the characters’ stories spill out in different books makes you comprehend more their past struggles and their future hopes.

It’s like reading about family with all its members. Knowing them on a much personal level.

My only criticism is that her characters always seem to be eye-fucking each other and everybody has a history with everybody which in reality would make it very awkward to everyone involved. In this respect Brittany Sahin just pushes it too far.

Spoiler alert:
And also Gwen and Carter, ew no please. Gwen is one of my least favourite characters, she’s too wild and too disrespectful for such a young girl.
Carter is also definitely not a favourite, and do we have to have a sex scene of him with a random girl in every book! Like why?
I so feel sorry for the one he’s ending up with.
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Author 8 books31 followers
August 12, 2023
Brittney always brings the suspense and packs a punch. Jack London has been the resident comedian of the group in the previous books but there is more brewing beneath the surface. He’s divorced, in his 40s, loves his friends and chosen family, but something is missing. He wants to find his person. Charley is running from her tragic past and trying to escape some very bad people. She loves her sister and the adventure but she’s growing tired of looking over her shoulder.

When the team and Charley all end up at the same adventure dating competition in the jungle, it’s a little more than coincidence. Sparks and bullets fly as the past Charley so desperately needs to escape catches up to her. Not to mention the guy she shared one night chatting with and cannot stop thinking about is there undercover to save the day. Their prior encounter may have been short but the connection was soul deep.

This book may be one of my favorite in this universe. Everything about it was top notch - the vulnerability, the passion, the suspense, the mystery, the love. I also really enjoy getting to visit and learn more about everyone else on the team. I almost wish we have a multi POV so we could see what was happening with the other “pairings” off screen.

Highly recommend this book and 👏🏼 Brittney on another fantastic story.

✨ Romantic Suspense
✨ Age Gap
✨ Forced Proximity
✨ One Bed
✨ He Falls First

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268 reviews23 followers
August 11, 2023
Jack sweet sweet Jack. He calls himself the Unwanted one. Friendzoned, this retired Army Special Forces Green Beret and former CIA officer just wants that fairytale ending the wife and the kids and the white picket fence. The one night he meets a mystery women, they stay up all night talking and then she disappears. He wants mystery women, he finally feels connected. Then his team is off on another mission in the rainforest, on a dating show, and here she is Charlotte (Charley) will she be able to trust him after what she found? Who is her and her sister hiding fun where they have to keep running? Sahin once again merges her military stories with romance and a twist of adventure. She is putting fresh and new stories in exotic locations so we can emerge ourself in the story and never want to leave!
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668 reviews
August 22, 2023
Never want this series to end!!! Jack and Charley were AMAZING!!!!
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77 reviews8 followers
July 3, 2025
2.75 | this man was too old for her and didn’t have enough chemistry, but I liked the plot
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571 reviews27 followers
August 20, 2023
Soooo much greatness packed into this one book!!!

Brittney Sahin….what can I possibly say other than she totally nailed it with Charley and Jack’s story! You could quite literally feel the chemistry between them! One of my absolute favorite couples!!

An action packed ride that was beyond incredible! This is the type of story I’d love to see on the movie screen!!

I’m already super excited for what Sahin has in store for us next!

Magnificent writing!!! Five stars and so many more!
101 reviews3 followers
August 22, 2023
ALWAYS OBSESSED

I’M OBSESSED WITH HER AND HER WRITING OMG!!!! Missed her books so much and Charley and Jack were so cute🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹
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586 reviews7 followers
July 27, 2023
The Wanted One will have you pining away for Jack!
Brittney Sahin has done it again. Every time I think I’ve found my favorite character, she throws me for a loop. “The Wanted One,” the latest in Sahin’s Falcon Falls Security series, is the culprit this time! I knew from the first time he was introduced that I would enjoy Jack London’s story. I didn’t know I’d be so caught up in it that I’d read until I was bleary-eyed and struggling to keep my eyes open in the wee hours of the morning simply because I wanted more of him! Jack is always cracking jokes to mask a bruised heart, and the devastatingly hot and handsome special operator is longing for an all-consuming love (his stark honesty during the polygraph scene broke my heart, y’all). Charley Lennox is his perfect match in so many ways, and the scenes between them—and I’m not just talking about the intimate ones—were filled with steamy chemistry, humor, and heart-tugging emotion. Those intimate moments I mentioned though? Oh my goodness! I swear sparks flew from my Kindle! Add in Charley’s haunting past, a particularly nasty Brazilian drug cartel, and dodging the killer critters of the Amazon, and you have an amazing read. Love the way Sahin weaves in the characters we love from other series so organically that it feels like a reunion sometimes. Once again, stellar work, Brittney Sahin!
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49 reviews4 followers
September 15, 2023
DNF

First person after the whole series is in third was jarring. I made it two chapters before I gave up. First person books are so hard to get into for me and most of the time it comes across as creepy. I just couldn't get into it. Too bad too because I was looking forward to Jack's story.
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215 reviews2 followers
August 1, 2023
Jack is an amazing smart funny sexy vulnerable guy who so deserves his HEA. Charley and Lucy are an amazing pair of sisters who’s bond is incredible. The combination of mystery suspense and love was perfect! The plot was extremely well written and developed. I loved all the moments with Jack and charley. Their chemistry was amazing! I loved all the catch up with all the guys and the hints into the future.
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295 reviews3 followers
July 27, 2023
Another winner for Brittney Sahin. I absolutely loved the story of Jack and Charlie! Every time I read one of her stories i say that it is the best by far but nope now this one is. I have loved Jack from the begining, he is the fun loving jokester of the group. Charlie has so many secrets that you wonder how she is ever going to make it through it all. These two have so much chemistry that from the very first page you will not be able to put it down. I highly recommend this story and if you haven't read any of Brittney's books i urge you too. Great job
894 reviews
November 1, 2023
Finding romance in the jungle (4.5 stars)

Lots of action and adventure and, of course, twists in this story. Loved the romance of Jack and Charley (Charlotte). Charley has secrets and running from her past. Jack is looking for love and family and finds his 'when you know, you know' girl. Jack was just as amazing in his story as you hoped he would be. There really wasn't much sexy times (med to low heat) and no tears. Great friendship between Jack and Gray that really shows in the past two books.

Lots of characters, and it's probably better if you start at the beginning of the series to fully enjoy this book and all of the incredible characters, but it can be a standalone (maybe). Badass Camila (and her visions) also play a large role in the story.

Along with the main couple, lots of side character romance teases. Some were fun, others creeped me out and spoiled the book a tiny bit. Its not enough to not want to reread (because I will be and most of the book was awesome) but I will definitely be skipping over some parts - which is why I keep flipping between 4 and 5 stars.

Narration - Tyler Johnson wasn't very good 3 stars - I will never seek out his performances but also won't not listen just because of him- just wish a better narrator was chosen. Same with Ava Lucas - although she is better.
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18 reviews1 follower
October 3, 2023
The Wanted One by Brittney Sahin is Jack and Charley’s story and as much as I alway look forward to anything Brittney pens, I really didn’t know what to expect from their story.

It’s brillant.

We know Jack from previous Falcon Falls stories and the jokester/comic relief when stuff is going down and as Gray’s (The Taken One) best friend but I’d never connected with his secondary character in previous stories.

I think that is because Jack needed to show is what he’s made of and he absolutely did not disappoint.

Under Jack’s joking, he is loyal, sensitive and longing for what his teammates are finding with their “ones”. Family.

Charley is perfect for Jack and from all the badass MFC’s Brittney writes, Charley is one of my favourites. She has the same core values in her decade long protection of her sister.

This book is super tight plot wise and a bit different from Britney’s norm which but still has all the spice and suspense we come to expect.

Amazing character development with the support characters and I’m dying to read more about Carter, Gwen, Oliver, Mya and Mason. So much tension and who knows where we’re headed to next.

I definitely recommend this read!!
77 reviews
March 10, 2025
3 ⭐️

The Falcon Falls series has started to lose steam for me with these last two books. Griffin and Savannah, Beckett and Sydney? Iconic. But now? It’s feeling like they were the exception, not the rule.

I’m rounding up to 3 stars, but I think the narration played a part. I’ve realized the books narrated by Tyler Johnson have been my least favorites, so I’ll be avoiding his work in the future.



First – The Writing

I love Brittney’s books. Love. But some parts of this one felt… off. Almost like someone else took over writing certain scenes.

Even the sex scenes didn’t hit the same. The vibe? Different. The word choice? Different.

Like this gem: “Kind of want to feel the sting of your hand on my flesh.”

Um… okay?



Onto the Plot…

This series had so much promise after Stealth Ops, but lately, it feels like the plot’s slipping. The guys have gone from badass operatives to lovesick teenage boys.

Jack giving up mission secrets after one night with Charley? REALLY?

And the whole dating show plotline? It just felt… odd.

The romances in this book and Gray’s felt a little too sappy and unrealistic. The guys were acting more like high school crushes than elite soldiers. The maturity and professionalism just weren’t there, and it pulled me out of the story.



And Then… Supernatural?

Visions of the future guiding missions? When did Falcon Falls turn into Psychic Ops?

I love a little suspense, but trusting visions to guide high-stakes missions? It felt like a stretch, and it threw off the vibe of the series.



The Carter and Gwen Situation…

This storyline? Wasn’t my favorite. Gwen is Carter’s friend’s daughter, and the age difference added an uncomfortable creepy uncle vibe.

It’s not a direction I’m hoping for, especially since Carter’s book is already out and the heroine’s name doesn’t match. Fingers crossed it’s just a red herring.



In Summary…

Honestly? I kept going because I wanted to see how the mission played out. The action and ops side of the plot kept me invested way more than the romance this time. I’m here for the danger, the tension, the stakes.

I’m still holding out hope for Carter’s and Oliver’s books. I’m especially excited for Oliver and Mya—they’re the couple I’ve been waiting for, and I’m hoping their story brings back the spark that made me fall for this series.

Also… just let Connor Crais narrate everything. Him as Beckett? Perfection. Since he’s back for Carter and Oliver, I’m feeling hopeful.

So yeah. Still in it for the long haul, but Falcon Falls… please remind me why I fell for you in the first place.



My Rating Scale for Reviews

⭐ 5 – Unforgettable / A New Favorite: One of my absolute favorites. A book I’d reread and still love just as much. Perfect blend of storytelling, characters, romance, and action. Sticks with me long after I finish. I don’t give this rating often!

⭐ 4 – Great, Loved It: A fantastic read with strong world-building, action, romance, or character dynamics. I really enjoyed it, even if it didn’t completely transform me or reach all-time favorite status.

⭐ 3.5 – Good, but Something Was Missing: A strong, enjoyable read with a lot to love, but something—whether pacing, depth, or execution—kept it from being great.

⭐ 3 – OK: An ok read. Glad I read it, and it was fine overall, but nothing particularly standout. It may have had things I didn’t love, but I still read it and finished. May have skipped through some chapters.

⭐ 2 – Disappointing: Had some good elements (world-building, action, romance, etc.), but too many issues kept me from fully enjoying it. Either the character choices, writing, or narration pulled me out of the story too much

⭐ 1 – Not for Me: Struggled to finish or didn’t finish. The writing, characters, pacing, or narration (if audiobook) really didn’t work for me
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August 8, 2023
It is no surprise that with every book Brittney Sahin writes, her books keep getting better and better and that’s no a lie. She truly is so incredibly talented and gifted and her writing just takes you away and on the adventure the book is taking you on. I deem her to be some sort of magician with her ability to take a concept and write an entire book that just blows you away. I had the pleasure to read this book before it released and it was so hard for me to not freak out and tell the world how amazing this book is. Now it’s only days away from the KU/Kindle release date so go ahead and pre-order your copy today or just go ahead and one-click and buy that beautiful paperback today.

The Wanted One is a romantic military suspense thriller that stems from the reunion of our dear Jack London and the woman of his dreams, Charlotte Lennox. It is the sixth book in the Falcon Falls Security series and it can be read as a standalone. If you are looking to read the book where Jack London was first introduced, you need to read Chasing the Knight (book six in the Stealth Ops series and book one of Echo Team). You may or may not recognize some characters from that book in this one. 😜

While on an op in Cape Town, Jack London meets the beautiful Charley and after spending hours talking and just kissing her, she leaves him without saying goodbye or another word in the wee hours of the morning. Thinking that she was perhaps “the One that got away”, Jack battles with himself in wanting to find her and struggling to live life like it was before he met Charley. Mya and Gwen have now bulldozed their way into his love life and he finds himself speed dating trying to find his missing piece or someone to fill the void he felt Charley filled. Call it was coincidence or perhaps the two sneaky women thought it could be practice for their op (who knows 🤷‍♀️ ), Jack finds himself in another dating event, but this time it is an adventure dating show set in the Brazilian jungle with Charley as a contestant. What a surprise that was for the both of them! A month apart and destiny brings the back together again along with 22 other contestants who are looking to find love and to win the prize money. But as we all know, nothing is as it seems and it appears Charley and her sister are running from something and/or someone. Knowing Jack won’t be able to let Charley slip away from him again without an explanation, he is determined to figure out what she is running from as well as figure out who is behind the missing women. The dating game show consists of different tasks and activities that earn players and couples points, in which they can advance to the next level of the game or get booted off. The tasks aren’t as easy as one would think and requires a lot more physical strength and capabilities than a normal dating show would require. With the bad news rolling in from Gray and the timing of their group’s jungle mission, it seems like someone is on to Jack and his team and why they might be there. When things take a turn for the worst, it’s a race against time and for their lives that everyone make it out of the jungle safely, in one piece, and to not get captured by those following them. While they trail through the jungle, Jack and Charley are forced to talk and learn more about why they both are in the country and in the dating show and hard truths become unsurfaced. Will Jack be able to look past Charley’s troubled and heartbreaking past or will Charley push him away before Jack can decide for himself in hopes to protect him and the others from the danger that keeps revolving around her?

Never in my wildest dreams I would think that Jack and Charley’s book would go in this direction, but I freaking love that it did! When Brittney Sahin revealed that Jack’s book would be about adventure dating, I was how in the world is she going to pull this off??!! She totally outdid herself with this book and I love love love Jack! He was always just a meh character to me, but man oh man he won my heart in this book and I fell in love with him. 😍

Jack and Charley’s relationship is kinda a slow burn with hella lot of chemistry and when they get together, holy moly it’s steamy 🔥 , spicy 🌶️ , and 😘 👌. I would say this book is spicier than Gray’s book and I enjoyed every word of it. These two were made for each other and everything happened for a reason just so these two could be together again. Also Jack and Charley’s story is the phrase personified that age is just a number in this age gap romance and vintage isn’t a dirty word. 😉

I can’t wait to read Carter’s book and I love the title of his book!!! The Fallen One!! It’s perfect for him! I can’t believe we have to wait until next year for his book! But it will be worth the wait as long as we get some juicy teasers along the way. His book is going to be steamy, spicy, and filled with lots of Carter’s broodiness. I feel like he is kind of in a love triangle as well with having Camila in this book and having Zoey in the last one. Who will Carter end up with????

The love triangle between Mya, Oliver, and Mason. Part of me wants to be like why should Mya chose but I know that’s not how this will work. Both men are yummy, but I can’t wait to see how Mya chooses her man and how they get together. It’s going to be such a great frenemies-to-lovers story and after this book it seems like Mason has his eyes on something else……I sure hope he gets his own book because I will eat that up!!!!

One of the many reasons why I love Brittney Sahin and her style of writing is that she writes characters crossovers. I love how all her book series have crossed within each other. I highly recommend all her series and books individually. Her Stealth Ops series is how I first found her five or so years ago and then I moved into the Dublin Nights, Hidden Truths, her standalones, and now her Falcon Falls Security series.

The ending of this book leads into Brittney Sahin’s upcoming release, Let Me Love You, and it is such a great book as well! I am in love with Enzo and his brothers!!! Let Me Love You releases on October 10th and is available now for pre-order so do yourself a huge favor and buy this book! You won’t regret it!

I highly recommend this book and this whole series! Brittney Sahin is one of my favorite authors and people and she deserves all the love and praise she is getting from this book. Can I say that this book is already making waves in the charts!!! I just saw that it was #25 in Romantic Action & Adventure and it keeps moving on up as more people realize that the book is available in paperback. August 4th is when the KU/Kindle version goes live so go order it today and let’s get this book to #1 with that pretty orange banner!!!
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