Order of Protection (Courting Justice #1) by Lexi Blake

May 11, 2018 Astrid - The Bookish Sweet Tooth rated it really liked it

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Lexi Blake has the ability of drawing you right into the story and you just can't put the book down until you know the what, hows and whys. It's what makes her an outstanding storyteller in the Romantic Suspense genre. Order of Protection is the first installment in her brand new Courting Justice series and has ties loose to her Masters and Mercenaries and Lawless series.

In the first book we meet Henry, also known as the Monster of Manhattan, a ruthless lawyer who doesn't care if his clients are ...more

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Jun 03, 2018 Lana ❇✾Dirty Girl Romance❇✾ rated it really liked it

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4 STARS

Win had done that for him, too. Win had done all those things, and just like the fucking alcohol, she’d turned out to be one more addiction he couldn’t afford.

You know what I truly love about this author? Her ability to create new characters while also tying in all previous favorites. If you've read her Masters & Mercenaries series as well as her Lawless trilogy, then you're in for a treat with the cameos that will appear in her brand new Courting Justice series.

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May 20, 2018 Terrie's Just Another Book B*tch rated it it was amazing

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Just Another Book Bitch's ALWAYS SPOILER FREE REVIEW

They both needed

"A distraction and some kindness"

What was meant to be a brief encounter to give them some time to breathe, to quench a thirst they were both desperate for ...became so much more.

"Stay with me. That was what he was saying. It was more intimate than sex. It was comfort he was asking for, and the sweetness of it pierced through her."

This book has everything! Dirty talking older man struggling to rebuild his life. An in ...more

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May 04, 2018 Eve Recinella (Between The Bookends) rated it it was ok

I've been hooked on Lexi Blake since I picked up my first M&M book of hers. But her latest books just haven't been doing it for me (except Remi's). Yet I continue to read every new one she puts out in hopes that I can recapture the love I felt when I first started reading her. Unfortunately, this book was a whole heaping of hot mess.

There were things that were so far-fetched (AKA the ending. Which made ZERO sense IMO)...(view spoiler) ...more

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May 08, 2018 Dianne rated it really liked it

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My Rating: 3.5 Stars

Two people paying the price for the mess they have made of their lives find healing, love and redemption in Lexi Blake’s ORDER OF PROTECTION.

Henry was a shark, an attorney who went for the jugular until his wife shredded his reputation, his life and the fiefdom he thought he couldn’t lose. Win is the little rich girl who hides her brains and her true self to please her “friends,” her public and the reality show she starred on. She also hides her true identity from Henry. Now ...more

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Jul 03, 2018 Geri Reads rated it liked it

Liked it but didn't love it. While this book is a bit forgettable, the series as a whole looked promising. I'm looking forward to reading more of it.

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Apr 26, 2018 Pavlina Read more sleep less blog❤❤ rated it really liked it

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4 STARS

What a great story, I enjoyed reading Order of Protection!The first book in a new series from Lexi Blake!It was a long time since I read a book from Lexi Blake and I missed her writing!I loved the beginning in this one and the characters are interesting!

Henry and Win stole my heart!!Win is strong and Henry is sexy. I like how they met, they have a great chemistry!They are passionate,hot and sensual together

I'm looking forward to the next book in the series!Order of Protection isn't a sim ...more

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Jun 02, 2018 Mindy Lou's Book Review rated it really liked it

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For my first read of Lexi Blake this definitely wet my appetite for this authors story telling. What I liked about it was that it drew me in from the start. She grabbed my attention and had me wanting to find out where she was taking us with these characters. There is a mix of likable, unlikable and some mysterious characters that kept things moving in the story.

Win, the female lead was one of those likable characters. She did make some bad choices that put her in a bad place and the story begi For my first read of Lexi Blake this definitely wet my appetite for this authors story telling. What I liked about it was that it drew me in from the start. She grabbed my attention and had me wanting to find out where she was taking us with these characters. There is a mix of likable, unlikable and some mysterious characters that kept things moving in the story.

Win, the female lead was one of those likable characters. She did make some bad choices that put her in a bad place and the story begins at her healing. What grew of that was a woman who overcame and matured into a lovely young woman who dealt with problems in a reasonable manor. I loved that she wasn't prone to jumping to conclusions or acting out. She's a heroine you can genuinely like and wish the best for.

Henry, the male lead of the story is a bit more of a mix of likable and unlikeable. He's made his own bad choices in life and what came out of it was a man who was also more mature but still held onto some bitterness that made him judge unfairly. I liked him but then he had moments where I didn't like him. He never crossed a line that was unforgivable, but for me it kept him from becoming a character that I truly loved.

There were plenty of side characters that added to the intrigue of the story. Some may surprise you, some are predictable and some you will love and want to find their books to read about them. Since this is my first read, I'm assuming here but I got the feeling a few of these characters do actually have their own books. I will be researching that.

As for the story itself, there was good mix of drama to the story if a tad unrealistic. Only these things can happen to the uber rich in a book. Maybe that is why it pulled me right into the story and had me wanting to see how it all ended. Some of it was predictable and some unpredictable. I like that I didn't guess every single clue.

Now I'm off to see if those delicious bodyguards and their wives have their own books! ARC provided by NetGalley. ...more

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Mar 31, 2018 Jennifer rated it did not like it

ARC received for review

DNF

It hurts to say this cause I love Ms. Blake's Masters and Mercenaries series.

I'm bored and don't care about any of these characters.

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Apr 15, 2018 Take Me Away To A Great Read rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Order of Protection by Lexi Blake
(Courting Justice #1)
Publisher: Berkley Books
Release Date: June 5, 2018
Rating: 4 Stars

I would like to thank the publisher for providing me with an advance copy of Order of Protection for an honest review.

Order of Protection is another steamy hit!!! The chemistry and suspense is great. I enjoyed that we get the Lawless and Taggart men mentioned in this book. Noah also plays a key part! I am looking forward to more from this new series!

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Jun 09, 2018 Ang (Sizzling Pages) rated it it was amazing

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4.5 Stars

What a brilliant and exciting start to Lexi Blake's new Courting Justice series. This steamy romance had me on edge, nail-biting my way through several cleverly written plot twists and off-the-charts passion. A tumultuous relationship that began during a thunderstorm, Henry and Win's angst-filled journey set my kindle ablaze. Chock full of suspense, thrills, deceits and a couple with intense sexual chemistry, Order of Protection was a fantastic read.

Defense attorney Henry Garrison wa 4.5 Stars

What a brilliant and exciting start to Lexi Blake's new Courting Justice series. This steamy romance had me on edge, nail-biting my way through several cleverly written plot twists and off-the-charts passion. A tumultuous relationship that began during a thunderstorm, Henry and Win's angst-filled journey set my kindle ablaze. Chock full of suspense, thrills, deceits and a couple with intense sexual chemistry, Order of Protection was a fantastic read.

Defense attorney Henry Garrison was quite the complex hero that had my head spinning with his broody hot-and-cold temperament. Known as "The Monster of Manhattan" this tough as nails lawyer's life was in a tailspin. A recovering alcoholic and recently divorced, he was struggling to piece himself and career back together. To top it off, Henry was riddled with relationship trust issues. Meeting the sexy Win during a terrible storm and agreeing to a short no-string-attached fling, led to an inexplicable instant attraction that he was frustratingly determined to avoid. Swoon-worthy and dominating in the bedroom, yet stubborn when it came to commitment, Henry was a challenging character - I both adored and disliked him throughout this read. In the end through Win's love and devotion, Henry managed to win me over.

Feisty, brazen and sassy, Taylor Winston "Win" Hughes was a perfect match for this hard-headed counselor. Looking for an escape, this uber-wealthy heiress was fresh out of rehab for anorexia and avoiding pressure from her disingenuous friends to return to a reality TV show. Trying to restart her life, she decided to shed her celebrity persona and introduced the real "Win" when first meeting Henry. However, when framed for her best friend's murder, there's no escaping her past. Representing her case, Henry discovers exactly who Win is, and the real monster came out as he treated her terribly at times. To say he had some difficulty with forgiveness and dealing with the revelation of all her secrets is an understatement. But through Win's compassion and dedication, Henry slowly evolved into an understanding and loving hero that I grew to adore.

This couple was explosive in every way. I loved their combativeness, their banter, and over the top heated passion. These two ignited inside and out of the bedroom making this salacious romance truly enjoyable. Blake is a crafty writer, weaving mind-blowing plot twists and mysteries within her novels that have me consistently anxious and on edge. Once again, I found myself lost in her gripping love story. This read had it all ~ lust, intensity, humor, lovable characters, treacherous villains, emotional moments and old friends from other favored series popping into the story-line. For fans of romantic suspense, this first in a new series is a must-read.

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Jun 03, 2018 Nadine Bookaholic rated it really liked it

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Win and Henry are each trying to overcome the damage they have done to their lives and they find solace in one another, but then something goes terribly wrong and Win is arrested for the murder of her best friend. As if that isn't bad enough, the secret that Win has been keeping from Henry comes out and wow does he take it bad....and that's putting it mildly.

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Mar 02, 2018 Shayna rated it it was amazing

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“I don’t want to let you go.”

I was SO DAMN EXCITED to dive into ORDER OF PROTECTION by Lexi Blake! It’s a first in a brand spankin’ new series aptly titled ‘Courting Justice’. I LOVE this because she is giving her die-hard fans some familiar faces, and she is giving the newbies a great starting off point to her brand of talent! Sexy, suspenseful, emotional, and ridiculously entertaining and witty, ORDER OF PROTECTION had me at “hello” so to speak. I adored all the characters, old AND new, and ...more

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Jun 09, 2018 Nadine Bookaholic rated it really liked it · review of another edition

If you have read any of Lexi Blake's books you know you're in for a treat, not only does she give you likable characters with a great story line and the sexy times really can melt your kindle, she gives you great secondary characters that keeps you interested in wanting more and more from the series. Well, that is exactly what she has done with her new series Courting Justice, with this first book Order of Protection.

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Jun 04, 2018 Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews rated it really liked it

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Order of Protection is not my favorite Lexi Blake book. It is well written, with an intriguing plot and well drawn characters, but it lacks the charm and humor of the author's Bliss and Masters and Mercenaries series. Maybe it just lacks Ian Taggart!

Taylor Winston-Hughes, famous as the heiress to a fortune and a reality tv show, is trying to leave that life behind-along with the anorexia that nearly claimed her life. So when she meets well known attorney Henry Garrison in his family's house on t ...more

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Jun 03, 2018 Angie Elle rated it really liked it

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Lexi Blake is an author that’s been on my radar for a while now, and I knew the second I saw the stunning cover of this book where I’d be starting. Order of Protection kicks off the Courting Justice series about three men who partner up and start a law firm. Unlikely allies as they may seem, each bring something different to the table. In this installment, we get Henry Garrison’s story. Henry is a recovering alcoholic who, six months sober, finds staying that way a constant ARC from the publisher

Lexi Blake is an author that’s been on my radar for a while now, and I knew the second I saw the stunning cover of this book where I’d be starting. Order of Protection kicks off the Courting Justice series about three men who partner up and start a law firm. Unlikely allies as they may seem, each bring something different to the table. In this installment, we get Henry Garrison’s story. Henry is a recovering alcoholic who, six months sober, finds staying that way a constant struggle. I really enjoyed the first impression of Henry – he was charismatic and considerate, and he treated Win with respect from the get-go. Win’s character also won me over from the moment she was introduced. She was funny, quirky, and kind – all things Henry hadn’t had in his life in a long time. I really enjoyed the way this story took off with Henry and Win deciding they could be temporary for each other. But once they reconnect, things took a bit of a turn for them. I still liked Win’s character – she was as determined and feisty as ever. But Henry, upon learning who Win really is, turns into a bit of an ass. Now, I liked him in spite of this. I thought his reasons for being concerned were credible – he was going to, once again, be thrust into the spotlight and no matter how you spin it, Win lied to him. I would have been a bit wary, too. I just think there were maybe times he took his asshole-ish behavior too far, even if I understood his motivation. But I still couldn’t help but find him endearing. I wanted so badly for him to be able to move on from a previous bad relationship and be with Win, but the man liked to wallow. He let who he’d been for such a short time in his life define him, and it made me sad for him. He didn’t think he deserved Win or any kind of happiness.

This book, even though the word wasn’t used right away, was quite insta-lovey. And while that doesn’t usually work for me, I have to say, I totally bought into it here. I really felt like Henry, a recovering alcoholic, and Win, recovering from her eating disorder, were two souls just destined to meet and fall in love. As different as they were, they had a lot in common and there was a level of understanding between them that lent an authenticity to their entire relationship. I adored watching them fall in love…and then fight it. Oh, and the sex scenes in this one were seriously steamy! Henry loved to tease Win, and Win wasn’t afraid to ask for what she wanted, and anytime they were burning up the sheets, it was so hot!

Aside from the love story, the highlight of this book for me was Henry’s partners. I loved the banter between the men, and it was hilarious to me how Noah, with no effort whatsoever, brought out Henry’s ornery side. I also loved David, and how he was candid with Henry and wasn’t afraid to tell him when he was being a jerk. He was a good friend to Henry, and that was something Henry desperately needed. I am excited to see that David’s book is next!

There were some twists in this book, and while I had a vague idea of where the story would go, I was never sure of what was going to happen until the very end. And just when I thought the twists were over, another one would rise up and surprise me.

I get the feeling that some of the characters who made appearances in this book have stories of their own. Having been my first read from this author, I am not sure what books they’re from, but I’m sure long-time fans will be happy to see them. For me, Order of Protection was a fantastic introduction to Lexi Blake’s writing. Not only will I be continuing with the Courting Justice series, I’ll also be diving into her back list.

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May 11, 2018 Kate's Corner marked it as not-interested

Gonna pass on this one.

Reviews are a bit iffy on this one. All start with I love LB but.....

to me that isn't a good sign.

Need more deets

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Jun 14, 2018 Jessica rated it liked it

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I love a good murder mystery mixed with a good romance, so I couldn't wait to pick this up when I read the synopsis. I also really enjoyed Lexi Blake's Lawless series, so I had high hopes going into this one!

When attorney Henry Garrison and Win Hughes meet, there's instant chemistry that they both are determined to fight. Especially since Win is actually Taylor Winston-Hughes, an orphaned rich girl with not the best reputation. But the two spend an unforgettable two weeks together and go their I love a good murder mystery mixed with a good romance, so I couldn't wait to pick this up when I read the synopsis. I also really enjoyed Lexi Blake's Lawless series, so I had high hopes going into this one!

When attorney Henry Garrison and Win Hughes meet, there's instant chemistry that they both are determined to fight. Especially since Win is actually Taylor Winston-Hughes, an orphaned rich girl with not the best reputation. But the two spend an unforgettable two weeks together and go their separate ways. When Taylor is accused of the murder of her best friend, she has to turn to Henry to help her figure out who did it and how to get her out of trouble. Henry is shocked and hurt when he learns who Taylor really is, but he soon learns he needs to focus on the case at hand, ignoring his emotions, or else Taylor's life could be ruined forever.

Right away, the pacing of this book was so weird to me. This book is marketed as the main character being accused of murder, but the actual murder doesn't even happen until almost halfway through the book. We spent over 100 pages watching Henry and Taylor circle each other. Then, their "two weeks" together happens in like two pages. I didn't even know what we spent the first half of the book on when we finally got to the action. I wanted so much more action, mystery, and intrigue than we got.

I did enjoy the romance and how Taylor and Henry were so hurt by their pasts in romance. I really enjoyed Henry's character and how he was just trying to be a better person, but his character couldn't carry the story. When it came to the mystery of the murder, I felt like I should have been surprised at the end, but I wasn't really that shocked. I was just left off wanting more.

While this one sounded like an amazing Law and Order type book with a romance, it fell flat to me. I think the main problem was the pacing. I really wanted to love these characters, but I didn't get the intensity and intrigue in the murder mystery that was occurring. ...more

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May 27, 2018 Margie rated it it was amazing

Order of Protection is the first book in author Lexi Blake's new Courting Justice series. This story begins with high-end defense attorney Henry Garrison at his childhood home in Chappaquiddick packing up personal possessions so the house can be sold. His life is a mess, financially and personally, after a very messy divorce from his Hollywood star wife. His drinking hasn't helped any. Rehab over Henry needs to get his life back together. He meets a beautiful lady who is jogging on the beach pas ...more

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Jun 08, 2018 Michelle rated it really liked it

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Lexi Blake has done it again with her latest release, Order of Protection as she treats readers to a sexy blend of suspense, mystery, secrets, lies, deceit, and passion. With her sophisticated writing, she lures readers to be spellbound with her characters as showcases the strong connection and need they have for each other. With the strong chemistry of Win and Henry, Blake has readers like myself engrossed with the story as we discover wh ...more

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Jun 11, 2018 Catherine (The Sassy Bookster) rated it really liked it

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The first few pages of this story almost made me put the book aside because I thought it was going to be some snooze-fest about people with too much money and out of control actors acting out, but surprisingly it was not. It was more about two people who had hit rock bottom after rising so high and were trying to find their feet after the fall. When you combine that with decades-old secrets and murder, what you get is a really enjoyable story with lots of surprising twists and turns. Once I got ...more

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Jun 03, 2018 Nerdy Dirty & Flirty rated it it was amazing

Once again Lexi Blake gave me utter perfection with Order of Protection. This book sucked me in so fast and before I knew it I was hooked and not wanting anyone or anything to interrupt my reading.

Henry Garrison was a well known attorney who's recent divorce and other indiscretions have left him needing to work his way back to the top. And also left him determined to avoid another relationship. Meeting Win Hughes was unexpected, passionate and over too soon. He was trying to move on with his li ...more

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Jun 09, 2018 Rachel K rated it liked it

Lexi Blake has been more miss than hit for me but this one surprised me. I loved Win. I also loved how the story played out and the drama of finding out who really did it (while it doesn’t take a genius to figure it out, I still enjoyed the journey). I even liked that the hero’s ex-wife was more of a complex character rather than a straight out bitch which was a nice change.
What I didn’t like was the hero and his judgmental arse! And it took him way too long to come to his senses over something ...more

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May 20, 2018 Abby rated it it was amazing

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Action-packed romance filled with twists that made this book unputdownable! Full review to come.
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WHEW! This book was AMAZING! I was quickly immersed in Taylor and Henry's story! I couldn't put this book down and devoured it as quickly as possible! I loved getting lost in Lexi's world. This book had everything! Suspense, mystery, romance, murder .... and it sucked it's teeth into me and wouldn't let go until the very end! Taylor hasn't had it easy from the very beginning. There was a tragic los ...more

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Jun 05, 2018 Kathleen R. rated it really liked it

The first time i read a novel by Lexi Blake, it was through her collaboration with Shayla Black and that dates back to almost 3 years ago. Since then, i've moved on to her Masters & Mercenaries series and fell in love with her individual novels - it was my first taste of what she can deliver about not only a lifestyle that many still don't understand, but it also gave me a very good idea of how she pens a story to make you sit at the edge of your seat and pray that you won't be throwi

The first time i read a novel by Lexi Blake, it was through her collaboration with Shayla Black and that dates back to almost 3 years ago. Since then, i've moved on to her Masters & Mercenaries series and fell in love with her individual novels - it was my first taste of what she can deliver about not only a lifestyle that many still don't understand, but it also gave me a very good idea of how she pens a story to make you sit at the edge of your seat and pray that you won't be throwing your book or kindle across the room when everything either goes one way when you expected it to go another or when it ends with an ending that makes you have to wait for the next instalment for more information about the characters you fell in love with.

Order of Protection was interesting. It's a new series by this author and yet had so many previous characters that you met in other books by this author. Longer than i would have expected (it's no secret that more often than not, i'll pick up a book that has roughly 200 pages, and this was clocking at 340 pages or so), there was no dull moment in this book. From the very beginning where we met Henry Garrison and heard his story and then meeting Win and the reasons on why she hid her true identity were captivating.

So many elements that made me think of Law & Order, Order of Protection was something else. Where Master & Mercenaries showed you the law working to protect, this new series gives you a bird's eye view of the law portion and proving without a shadow of doubt that a charged party of a heinous crime is innocent when the evidence says otherwise.

I liked this introduction to this series and i can't wait to see where Lexi Blake will be taking the next books and what journey readers will be taken on.

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Jun 11, 2018 Janine - The World Was Hers for the Reading rated it it was amazing

Just coming off of a rotten divorce, high end defense attorney Henry Garrison is spending a few weeks at his childhood beach home in Martha’s Vineyard. He’s packing up in order to sell off the property to help fund his law practice that’s been dragged through the mud, along with his name, by his ex-wife. Seeking an escape from the bottle of scotch tempting him, Henry instead rescues a young woman he finds to be beautiful, genuine and innocent from the storm about to ravage the beach.

Win Hughes i Just coming off of a rotten divorce, high end defense attorney Henry Garrison is spending a few weeks at his childhood beach home in Martha’s Vineyard. He’s packing up in order to sell off the property to help fund his law practice that’s been dragged through the mud, along with his name, by his ex-wife. Seeking an escape from the bottle of scotch tempting him, Henry instead rescues a young woman he finds to be beautiful, genuine and innocent from the storm about to ravage the beach.

Win Hughes is making a new start. Having battled anorexia, she no longer wants to be known as Taylor Winston Hughes, reality tv star and the Billion-Dollar Baby - sole survivor of the tragic accident that killed her parents. She simply wants to go to graduate school, stay healthy and run the foundation started by her parents that supports underprivileged hospitals and patients. She wasn’t expecting Henry and knew they had a few short weeks at best, but couldn’t seem to stay away. She also didn’t tell him about her past . . . only who she is and wants to be.

When Henry receives a call that the girl he fell for on Martha’s Vineyard has been arrested for the murder of her best friend, he doesn’t know what to think. He’s devastated she lied, but also can’t refuse the case as it may finally bring his law firm back from his ruined reputation.

As Henry and his team are pulled deeper into the case, it’s up to Henry to find the real killer and keep Win safe. Can he do it without losing his heart to her? And, can Win convince Henry that she is the girl from the beach and done with the celebrity life forever? Both Henry and Win are in the fights of their lives . . . but will Henry realize the prize he has before he walks away for good or will Win’s determination blow his defenses out of the water?

To say I was thrilled that Lexi Blake was releasing a new series may be the understatement of the year.

First, I truly fell in love with Win. She is an extraordinarily strong woman who really tries to see the best in everyone, even when she shouldn’t. I love how she knows what she needs to do to make herself healthy and happy and goes for it. She rolls with the punches and deals with everything life has thrown at her. Most people would be crying in a corner, but Win pulls herself together and overcomes.

Henry’s character was also complex. That man has more demons than a haunted house, yet can’t seem to fight his attraction to Win even when he wants to. He’s a bulldog when chasing a case and even when he’s struggling to trust in who she is, I never doubted he would do everything he could to save Win from the murder charge thrown at her. I thoroughly enjoyed watching him grow emotionally throughout this book.

As always, Lexi has also provided readers with an amazing cast of side characters . . . my favorites being Noah Lawless (fans of the Lawless series can rejoice) and Henry’s ex-wife Alicia. Along with the phenomenal cast of characters the plot has more twists and turns than an entire amusement park. It’s a wonderful “who done it” and I found myself constantly searching the clues and evidence as Henry’s team dug it up to discover who the real killer was along with their motive. And, I’m not ashamed to admit that I didn’t figure it out until Lexi did her reveal, which made for a completely thrilling and engrossing plot!

5 Stars for Order of Protection. This series started off with a bang and I can’t wait to see what Lexi Blake has in store next for readers!
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Jun 05, 2018 Rebecca rated it really liked it

I’m a huge fan of Lexi Blake’s romantic suspense stories/series, so the fact that she just released book one in a new series has me all kinds of excited. In Order of Protection, Blake introduces readers to a world ‘where love and law’ not only coexist but also direct characters’ words and deeds, in both positive and negative ways.

Henry Garrison and Win Hughes shared a brief fling at a time where they both desperately needed to connect with someone, and for two blissful weeks, they gave into the I’m a huge fan of Lexi Blake’s romantic suspense stories/series, so the fact that she just released book one in a new series has me all kinds of excited. In Order of Protection, Blake introduces readers to a world ‘where love and law’ not only coexist but also direct characters’ words and deeds, in both positive and negative ways.

Henry Garrison and Win Hughes shared a brief fling at a time where they both desperately needed to connect with someone, and for two blissful weeks, they gave into their desires and then went their separate ways, never considering the fact that they would reconnect in an unwanted but necessary way due to Win’s arrest for murder. But things become even more complicated when Henry learns the truth of who Win is, which not only makes him not want to take her on as a client, but it also brings out his ‘Monster of Manhattan’ persona, which is not something Win ever wanted to see.

Henry’s ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ behavior didn’t sit too well with me; I struggled with understanding why he became a grade A asshole once he found out who Win really was. Don’t get me wrong, I get that she withheld important information, especially given his history with being in the public eye, but to turn from the charming and sexy man who spent two blissful weeks with Win to the cold and detached lawyer who refuses to understand why she just wanted to be with him as herself not as Taylor Winston-Hughes and all that comes with that moniker just didn’t sit well with me, and I’m glad that Win didn’t put up with his jerkish behavior because I wanted to slap him in the face more than once. Henry does wise up, even if it takes him a bit to get there, which is why I didn’t completely write him off, but I did find it incredibly difficult to mesh his two personalities together and give him a pass for his nasty words and actions towards Win.

Win has been through hell and then some, but through it all, she has demonstrated true strength and courage. She’s an incredibly smart woman who won’t allow anyone to walk all over her and that includes the man who made her body hum but now only makes her head and heart hurt. The circumstances that Win finds herself in are high stakes, so she needs someone to represent her whose used to winning against all odds, and Henry is that attorney, but Win will have to endure his wrath and his hot and cold demeanor if she wants to prove her innocence, which she does, but not without proving to him exactly the woman she is and how lucky he would be to have her on his side in life and in love.

I definitely enjoyed Henry and Win’s story, and although I couldn’t decide if I wanted to hit or hug Henry throughout the entire story, he does redeem himself…it just took me a bit to get over his previous behavior and feel like he had Win’s back with everything that she faces in the book.

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Jun 05, 2018 Julie rated it really liked it

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Meet the Monster of Manhattan. Henry is the type of lawyer that is ruthless, cutthroat, and doesn’t really have a conscience where his client’s guilt or innocence is concerned. That ‘no holds bar’ behavior is what has driven Henry to the top of his game. With a very public image and a marriage to an actress, Henry knows a thing or two about living under a spotlight. After a widely publicized divorce, Henry wants nothing more than to shrink from the scrutiny of the public eye. Then Win stumbles i Meet the Monster of Manhattan. Henry is the type of lawyer that is ruthless, cutthroat, and doesn’t really have a conscience where his client’s guilt or innocence is concerned. That ‘no holds bar’ behavior is what has driven Henry to the top of his game. With a very public image and a marriage to an actress, Henry knows a thing or two about living under a spotlight. After a widely publicized divorce, Henry wants nothing more than to shrink from the scrutiny of the public eye. Then Win stumbles into his life….

As a reality star and ‘Billion Dollar Baby’, Win is no stranger to life in the public eye. Born to a wealthy family, Win was the only survivor of an accident that claimed the life of her family. Win found herself instantly attracted to Henry. Both battling demons….Win fought anorexia and Henry was once an alcoholic…the two found a connection that clearly kept those demons at bay. What was supposed to be a brief affair due to their individual ambitions and commitments, Henry and Win parted ways believing that was the end of their time together.

Tragedy brought these two tattered souls together again. Henry finally learned Win’s true identity and cannot fight the feelings of betrayal and anger. Now Win’s fate lies in the hands of the man who is now angered by her very being. A far cry from the person that spent a couple of weeks in bliss with Win not so very long ago.

Who is ready for a new series by author Lexi Blake??? Does it help to know one of my favorite Lawless characters has a part in this book? Win is framed for a murder she didn’t commit. Henry is jaded from the past, and learns that the woman he spent a couple of weeks enjoying on the island is not who he thought she was. Creating an enticing romance that is anything BUT predictable.

Secrets fuel this suspenseful read in a world that only Lexi Blake could create. A fantastic beginning to a series that can only tempt you with each passing page. Trust me when I say….Lexi has created yet another unforgettable novel that you definitely need to add to your collection today.
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May 30, 2018 Jesey ~ Schmexy GIrl~ rated it it was amazing

Put aside a few hours for this one…you will NOT be able to put it down! Order of Protection by Lexi Blake is full of lust, lies, deceit, thrill and mystery and so much more. Win and Henry will steal your heart and their story will keep you full of angst and on the edge of your seat. A sexy story of who-done-it and who’s who, you may think you know what is going on….but just you wait!

Win, Taylor Winston-Hughes, The Billion Dollar Miracle Baby - this woman is simply amazing. Although she is well o Put aside a few hours for this one…you will NOT be able to put it down! Order of Protection by Lexi Blake is full of lust, lies, deceit, thrill and mystery and so much more. Win and Henry will steal your heart and their story will keep you full of angst and on the edge of your seat. A sexy story of who-done-it and who’s who, you may think you know what is going on….but just you wait!

Win, Taylor Winston-Hughes, The Billion Dollar Miracle Baby - this woman is simply amazing. Although she is well off monetarily and is a former reality TV star she is one of the most grounded people I’ve read about. She doesn’t care about the money, she cares about the people that she can help through her family’s foundation. Win is going to continue her education so that she can run the foundation one day. She has been fighting an ongoing battle but her goals are strong and she won’t let anything get in the way. And then she meets Henry Garrison and his dirty mouth ;)

I don’t intend to get you off, sweetheart. That’s too juvenile a word for what I’m going to do to you.

Henry Garrison - The Monster of Manhattan - a ruthless lawyer caught up in his own scandal after his divorce from a movie star. This man is an enigma. Battling addiction and fighting to get his life back. Nothing is going to stop him this time. He is going to earn back everything that he lost, he also will not let anything stop him. Then Win practically falls into his lap, quite literally, and his whole world is turned upside down.

You know, sometimes storms come along and they seem fierce, but you wake up the next day and the sun is shining again.

Two weeks, that’s what they promise each other. From the start of that agreement you will see that it’s never going to work. Nope, not at all. It’s meant to be so much more from the very beginning. Win and Henry compliment each other in so many ways. They fit so perfectly, no Win doesn’t like that term, they are just so right for each other, she pushes him to open up and accept that he deserves to be happy and he makes her feel beautiful just buy looking at her.

…she was betting everything on him. Her heart. Her freedom. Her life. The were all in this man’s hand.

I could not get enough of this story. The twists and turns will keep you guessing, it will be impossible to walk away from this story.

People in love didn’t merely share the good times. The shared it all. The good, the bad, the horrific. The joy. The sorrow.
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May 21, 2018 Misty (Reds Romance Reviews) rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

After a devastating divorce and his ex-wife launching a public smear campaign, Henry Garrison's reputation in Los Angeles was left severely damaged, to the point that he can hardly land a single client. Between the divorce, losing his business, and just about everything he owns, he turns to alcohol to numb the pain, but all that managed to do is get him in more trouble. So after a stint in rehab, he decides it's time to return to what he knows, which means returning to New York again, where he w After a devastating divorce and his ex-wife launching a public smear campaign, Henry Garrison's reputation in Los Angeles was left severely damaged, to the point that he can hardly land a single client. Between the divorce, losing his business, and just about everything he owns, he turns to alcohol to numb the pain, but all that managed to do is get him in more trouble. So after a stint in rehab, he decides it's time to return to what he knows, which means returning to New York again, where he will partner with some friends to open a law office and hopefully rebuild his reputation in his field. While preparing his grandfathers home to be sold, he spies a beautiful girl face planting on the beach, so he rushes to rescue her and winds up meeting the most interesting person to come into his life in a long while. The chemistry between them is immediate, and it spawns a little vacation love affair,that he knows it won't lead anywhere special since they have different plans for their lives, so he decides just to enjoy it while it lasts. But once he arrives back at the law office he gets the surprise of a lifetime, when his beautiful woman crashes into his world once again, and brings along some secrets and a job offer that he can't refuse!

Order of Protection is a scintillating tale that is sure to pull readers in from the very first page and keep them completely enthralled until the last. With it's suspenseful and steamy story line it's a can't miss read, and I have to say it was one of the most impressive first reads that I have experienced in a long while! These wonderful characters' story packed a powerful punch, both damaged from their pasts, both struggling to keep their demons at bay, and both fighting like hell to come out on the winning side of things... you couldn't help but root for them. This was quite the literary journey for me, the suspenseful side kept me on my toes, the steamy side had me swooning throughout, and the emotional side put a squeeze on my heart! Highly recommend!

I requested an advanced copy of this title from NetGalley and I am voluntarily leaving my honest opinion.
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