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(In the Company of Snipers #2)
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Mark Houston has done the unthinkable.... The U.S. Marine has fallen in love with his buddy's fianc�e, Libby Clifton. When Jon is killed in action, Mark elects to accompany the body home. After he completes his sorrowful duty, he walks away. She might be the only woman he'll ever love, but she isn't his to comfort. She never will be. The sad truth is Jon loved the Corps mo
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Mark (In the Company of Snipers #2) by Irish Winters
5 out of 5 Stars
Irish Winters has out done her first book, Alex! I don’t know how she makes you care so much for her characters, but she simply pulls every emotion from you and has you needing to finish the book because you can’t leave the characters stuck in limbo. There is a place where Mark and Libby, the two main characters in this book, are standing on the porch and he’s leaving to go back to Afghanistan and in reality it’s time for dinner ...more
5 out of 5 Stars
Irish Winters has out done her first book, Alex! I don’t know how she makes you care so much for her characters, but she simply pulls every emotion from you and has you needing to finish the book because you can’t leave the characters stuck in limbo. There is a place where Mark and Libby, the two main characters in this book, are standing on the porch and he’s leaving to go back to Afghanistan and in reality it’s time for dinner ...more
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Mark Houston is a marine in love with his best friend, Jon’s, fiancée, Libby. He is chosen to break the horrible news of Jon’s death to Libby. While dealing with this horrible responsibility, Mark realizes the Libby sees him as no more than a friend. Libby desperately needs a friend, and Mark is the very best. She comes to the shocking realization that Jon was never going to marry her. Jon loved the military more than he loved Libby ...more
Mark Houston is a marine in love with his best friend, Jon’s, fiancée, Libby. He is chosen to break the horrible news of Jon’s death to Libby. While dealing with this horrible responsibility, Mark realizes the Libby sees him as no more than a friend. Libby desperately needs a friend, and Mark is the very best. She comes to the shocking realization that Jon was never going to marry her. Jon loved the military more than he loved Libby ...more
I don't think the relationship between Mark and Libby was developed at all. The book is more focused on the Russians and what was going on in Afghanistan. I guess I just feel cheated because I expected to read about the relationship but it was mostly a blink and you miss it kind of thing. One minute she's living in Chicago and ignoring Mark, the next he saves her from her creepy teacher guy, then she's in love with him and he's calling her his girlfriend. I was flipping back and forth trying to
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This story is sweet, so I did enjoy it but it was not what I was hoping for.
Some of the issues I had with this book:
- The story lacked intimacy & steaminess. There were some intimate moments between the main characters but even those conversations did not to delve too deep.
- Any interfering character in this book was conveniently taken care of in one matter or another, making it too easy. There was no sense that the characters really struggled with too much guilt which in some of the scenarios ...more
Some of the issues I had with this book:
- The story lacked intimacy & steaminess. There were some intimate moments between the main characters but even those conversations did not to delve too deep.
- Any interfering character in this book was conveniently taken care of in one matter or another, making it too easy. There was no sense that the characters really struggled with too much guilt which in some of the scenarios ...more
Irish Winters does it again with this one. I have to say while I'm not sure it replaces Alex as my favorite, it definitely is very close. Mark has loved Libby from the get go, but he thinks Libby only sees him as a friend and that she needs time to grieve her fiancé. Libby on the other hand, yes she loved her fiancé, but she always knew deep down he loved the military more. Fast forward a little, Mark and Libby are thrown together by drug smuggling and other circumstances at the time which also
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An interesting but unbalanced muscular military romance. As in Alex, the author manages to invent a plausible story with fast pace action. This is on the feelings part that the story is lacking strenght.
Indeed, Mark has feelings for Libby at the worst moments ... when she buries her fiancé. Then, they fall for each other when an extremly dangerous situation appears. The shit hits the fan with murders and atrocities ... The timing is never good!
And when all conditions are met, Mark delivers a s ...more
Indeed, Mark has feelings for Libby at the worst moments ... when she buries her fiancé. Then, they fall for each other when an extremly dangerous situation appears. The shit hits the fan with murders and atrocities ... The timing is never good!
And when all conditions are met, Mark delivers a s ...more
After reading Alex I was so happy to get Mark and was just as in love with these people. The author has done an awesome job and it is very exciting. I couldn't put this one down either. Can't wait for the next one!! Please hurry!
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I love the writing of Irish Winters. Looking forward to reading her next book "Zack" coming out in May.
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Disclosure: I listened to the audio of this one. As always, the author grabs all of my emotions. Mark is the best friend of John who was engaged to the woman Mark loves. He has made no moves on her and becomes her support system when John is Killed in Action. After the funeral, he leaves to start his new life and she continues her new life in a new city. It is sad, yet when the truth comes out and everyone finally admits it the story changes.
Mark is the new guy on the team and having the usual a ...more
Mark is the new guy on the team and having the usual a ...more
Keep this series coming! I love the style of Irish Winters, a good romantic suspense to keep you on the edge of your seat and warm your heart. This second book of the series lets us get to know Mark. He comes to tell his best friend's fiance, Libby that he was killed in action. Having loved her from afar, he is worried about her but knows he has to let her grieve. When danger then lurks, Mark and his team will do their best to get to the bottom of it and keep Libby safe. Winters has a great way
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Well, Irish Winters has done it again, I am loving this "In the company of snipers" series, I haven't read them in order but it doesn't matter as they are all standalone stories.
This is the second book in the series and the Team is growing under the leadership of the brilliant, moody Alex and his gorgeous wife Kelsey, their story was featured in book one.
This story begins in a heart wrenching way when one of the last tasks that Sergeant Mark Huston of the USMC has to perform is to inform his bes ...more
This is the second book in the series and the Team is growing under the leadership of the brilliant, moody Alex and his gorgeous wife Kelsey, their story was featured in book one.
This story begins in a heart wrenching way when one of the last tasks that Sergeant Mark Huston of the USMC has to perform is to inform his bes ...more
This is the 2nd book in the series.
The heroine comes across as a pampered princess a bit. By her falling apart when she finds her fiancé has died makes her seem human instead of an untouchable princess. You do get to meet her family and you really get to like them and how they accepted our hero. It was good to see her develop and behave more like an everyday person.
When we meet our hero, you really get a sense in who he is and you really connect and feel for him. With the added feelings for hi ...more
The heroine comes across as a pampered princess a bit. By her falling apart when she finds her fiancé has died makes her seem human instead of an untouchable princess. You do get to meet her family and you really get to like them and how they accepted our hero. It was good to see her develop and behave more like an everyday person.
When we meet our hero, you really get a sense in who he is and you really connect and feel for him. With the added feelings for hi ...more
Interesting, well-drawn characters, with a couple of exceptions. ‘Mother’s’ role in the company is very vague, though ‘essential’ and she primarily seems to be there to irritate people with her nosiness. The character of Alex, Mark’s boss, and the subject of the first book in the series, I found puzzling, especially in the light of his own story. I couldn’t really believe in the extreme contrast between his work persona and his home persona.
The other aspect that puzzled me, was trying to make ou ...more
The other aspect that puzzled me, was trying to make ou ...more
This is a well-written, entertaining, fast paced, intense, military romantic suspense novel. It has likable, engaging characters and a sweet romance. It is excellent as a stand-alone, but even better when read in order, as there are references to past events that add to the understanding of the current situations. I have already purchased the next installment in Ms. Winters' outstanding "In the Company of Snipers" series, and I am looking forward to reading it with great anticipation.
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This one was much better than the first one. The protagonists were more consistently written and more likable. Alex (hero from first book) is still around and half the time is a giant asshole, and half the time is a decent guy. Just as inconsistently portrayed as ever. Mark on the other hand is a solid, decent guy from the first minute, and all the way through.
Good story.
It was a very good story that involved not just the heroine and the strong, sexy snipper (without getting vulgar), but it also detailed and let the reader get to know Libby's family, especially her mom! The story covered a lot of locations and gave this reader a different view of the people in Afghanistan. ...more
It was a very good story that involved not just the heroine and the strong, sexy snipper (without getting vulgar), but it also detailed and let the reader get to know Libby's family, especially her mom! The story covered a lot of locations and gave this reader a different view of the people in Afghanistan. ...more
This is the second book In the Company of Snipers Series, a Romantic Suspense. I like it when a Series has intertwined characters! This is a great addition to the Series. Mark and Libby's story is very suspenseful! I loved it! Troy Duran did an outstanding job with the narration. I enjoyed listening to this audiobook, and I can't wait for the next book in the Series.
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AN INTENSE AND SUSPENSEFUL ROMANCE
This is a story about three people who have been friends most of their lives. Both of these men love the same girl. There is heartbreak, pain and suffering and finally an everlasting love.
This is a story about three people who have been friends most of their lives. Both of these men love the same girl. There is heartbreak, pain and suffering and finally an everlasting love.
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Mark is the second romantic suspense book In the Company of Snipers series written by author Irish Winters. Great characters.
Mark is the second romantic suspense book In the Company of Snipers series written by author Irish Winters. Great characters.
Fantastic
Once again,totally captivated with all the characters. Definitely would recommend this series of books. Can't wait to read the next book ...more
Once again,totally captivated with all the characters. Definitely would recommend this series of books. Can't wait to read the next book ...more
Book two in the sniper series and much better than the first book. Great continuation of the series and hopefully next book will add on to the stories.
OMG
Whew what a wild ride to a beautiful happy ever after. I'm still smiling from the happiness. Thank you again Irish Winters. Now on to book no. 3. ...more
Whew what a wild ride to a beautiful happy ever after. I'm still smiling from the happiness. Thank you again Irish Winters. Now on to book no. 3. ...more
Great read
This is an amazing story! I felt what Libby and Mark felt throughout the story. Irish Winters writes a compelling tale that had me on the edge of my seat.
This is an amazing story! I felt what Libby and Mark felt throughout the story. Irish Winters writes a compelling tale that had me on the edge of my seat.
DNF, lost interest.
Great book
A great combination of intrigue and action keeps you reading. The beginning is heartbreaking but the love story is perfect.
A great combination of intrigue and action keeps you reading. The beginning is heartbreaking but the love story is perfect.
Kept me on the edge until the end
This was suspenseful and fast moving. Many characters with sideline stories.
So happy that in the end everyone had a good life ahead.
This was suspenseful and fast moving. Many characters with sideline stories.
So happy that in the end everyone had a good life ahead.
Good story
Irish Winters tells a great story. You really feel for the Characters as they go through their trials in their books.
Irish Winters tells a great story. You really feel for the Characters as they go through their trials in their books.
Mark
Wow there was action aplenty in this well thought out yarn.
Woven throughout this love story were epic gun battles, family time and great drama.
Wow there was action aplenty in this well thought out yarn.
Woven throughout this love story were epic gun battles, family time and great drama.
Contemporary military and then private military romance with a recent young vet finding a new life in America and then love with his dead marine friend's fiance.
So it gets complicated, but not really if you've ever heard that 'my best friend's girlfriend' song because that sums up the beginning of the story. Although she knew that the marriage was never going to happen, but she stayed loyal until his death which is sad, but really shows her lack of self confidence in finding someone that will ap ...more
So it gets complicated, but not really if you've ever heard that 'my best friend's girlfriend' song because that sums up the beginning of the story. Although she knew that the marriage was never going to happen, but she stayed loyal until his death which is sad, but really shows her lack of self confidence in finding someone that will ap ...more
Good book...
Not as good as Alex and Kelsey's story...
But..I loved that Harley is in this story too. Do not get me wrong I liked the story, but .. can't really figure out what it was, but the story just kinda died at times.
I finished it in one sitting, but then I am really becoming invested as it continues(although I feel as if I read the whole saving Libby thing, I realized that , that part made me think of another story recently I read from one of my fav authors), but after that, I again felt ...more
Not as good as Alex and Kelsey's story...
But..I loved that Harley is in this story too. Do not get me wrong I liked the story, but .. can't really figure out what it was, but the story just kinda died at times.
I finished it in one sitting, but then I am really becoming invested as it continues(although I feel as if I read the whole saving Libby thing, I realized that , that part made me think of another story recently I read from one of my fav authors), but after that, I again felt ...more
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