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Providence #4
Saber's Sombra
Book Four in our Providence EROP Series Former Assistant SAC of the New York FBI Office. Dallas Perez was transferred to EROP. Being promoted quickly, he shows his worth as the Commander of the Investigators with an uncanny ability to anticipate target movements, legal maneuvering and Donna’s next drama queen moments. It doesn’t take long for the unit to notice the one area he has no experience with. Donna has never done anything right according to her mother. Meeting Dallas, she realizes her life has been one drama after another. Self-perception is not a subject taught in schools, but is a class Donna could have used. Join the golden girls, EROP unit and the DA’s office as they assist in the newest Commander matchup the only way they know how…FBI Badass
- GenresContemporary
311 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 19, 2018
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About the author
L. Ann Marie
128 books464 followersL. Ann started with the Baxters and followed that with multiple series and genres. While her books feature paranormal, FBI, ex-military and Badass Bikers, L. Ann is writing about the strong women that these men need in their life to help right the world's wrongs and keep their small part of the world safe. The women are extraordinary, strong and determined to make a difference.
The men fight for right in every book. Yes, they kill people. Yes, the MC shoots at the bad guys’ feet to cause them pain. Yes, some throw tampons at each other regularly.
That being said, they do these things while stopping human trafficking and experimentation, bringing their world into legitimate businesses, fighting gangs to keep drugs away from their town and kids, keep women sheltered safely while trying to stop domestic abuse. These are men that don’t leave a pack, Team member or Brother behind. They don’t treat women as possessions and they don’t cheat. Respect takes on an honorable meaning. Women and kids are cherished. Everyone is looked out for and everyone is equal.
L. Ann has made amazing worlds, tackled the taboo subjects and made it easy to imagine living in a world where your protection comes from the vampires, shifters, freaky kids, albinos and orientals, military turned FBI and some Badass Bikers.
With readers writing about rereading the series over and over, she feels like she’s told her characters’ stories in a way that would make them proud.
Every book will make you laugh, every book will make you angry for the wrong that happens in the world. Every book will make you cry for the pain that a character feels. Every book gives you hope that we may just get it right yet
The men fight for right in every book. Yes, they kill people. Yes, the MC shoots at the bad guys’ feet to cause them pain. Yes, some throw tampons at each other regularly.
That being said, they do these things while stopping human trafficking and experimentation, bringing their world into legitimate businesses, fighting gangs to keep drugs away from their town and kids, keep women sheltered safely while trying to stop domestic abuse. These are men that don’t leave a pack, Team member or Brother behind. They don’t treat women as possessions and they don’t cheat. Respect takes on an honorable meaning. Women and kids are cherished. Everyone is looked out for and everyone is equal.
L. Ann has made amazing worlds, tackled the taboo subjects and made it easy to imagine living in a world where your protection comes from the vampires, shifters, freaky kids, albinos and orientals, military turned FBI and some Badass Bikers.
With readers writing about rereading the series over and over, she feels like she’s told her characters’ stories in a way that would make them proud.
Every book will make you laugh, every book will make you angry for the wrong that happens in the world. Every book will make you cry for the pain that a character feels. Every book gives you hope that we may just get it right yet
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July 7, 2018
This is an amazing series and this book just whets the appetite even more! Dallas Perez and Donna got off to a rocky start. Donna’s non existent self esteem stems from a lonely childhoood full of negativity and self doubt brought on by a neglectful and selfish mother. Dallas’ life wasn’t much better, his solitary life didn’t lend itself to making friends easily. Once he joined the unit they became his family. With the help of his newly found biological family and his chosen one, Dallas emerges from his shell. He’s funny, smart and oh so sexy as Donna finds out with the help from her chosen family too. Great storyline. I fell in love with this couple even more as the story unfolds.
Highly recommend this book and series
Highly recommend this book and series
February 4, 2020
Best of these Series MUST READ
I can’t say enough about this one it is by far the very best of this series you have the characters you come to know and love and then the ones I wanted to see more of out of the MC series came into play and not just a small cameo but they where developed THIS is my favorite book so far and let me just say that last twist was major you could have knocked me over with a feather or should I say the last two because the epilogue came out of nowhere too just wow I am so happy I made the choice to read this series I thought nothing would give me what all of the MC Baxter’s and Princes gave me but let me just say the FBI has style and with this book they gave me all I could want and need and so much more
I can’t say enough about this one it is by far the very best of this series you have the characters you come to know and love and then the ones I wanted to see more of out of the MC series came into play and not just a small cameo but they where developed THIS is my favorite book so far and let me just say that last twist was major you could have knocked me over with a feather or should I say the last two because the epilogue came out of nowhere too just wow I am so happy I made the choice to read this series I thought nothing would give me what all of the MC Baxter’s and Princes gave me but let me just say the FBI has style and with this book they gave me all I could want and need and so much more
May 20, 2018
This new series is so amazing Book Four Saber Sombra is the story of Perez and Donna. I love the characters they are so loving, funny, caring and loyal. The interactions between he characters had me laughing, and then hoping for them. From page one I was hooked to this book. Such a power packed read. Their chemistry is undeniable. Great read. So worth reading. Start with book one Saber Vida to fully enjoy he reading experience.
May 21, 2018
What an amazing story!
I have to admit when I realized that Donna was the heroine of this story I wondered how L Ann Marie would make her a character who would endear herself to us, but she did it. I have always had a soft spot for Perez so I had high hopes for his book and L Ann not only met those expectation but exceeded them. I love this series and recommend it highly. I can't wait to see which of the EROP guys is next!
I have to admit when I realized that Donna was the heroine of this story I wondered how L Ann Marie would make her a character who would endear herself to us, but she did it. I have always had a soft spot for Perez so I had high hopes for his book and L Ann not only met those expectation but exceeded them. I love this series and recommend it highly. I can't wait to see which of the EROP guys is next!
May 21, 2018
Five Star Read
This is Dallas Perez and Donna's book. Dallas thinks he's just an FYI geek but this story and Donna's love price he's more. Great family tie in to the Baxters. Wonderful story don't miss it!
This is Dallas Perez and Donna's book. Dallas thinks he's just an FYI geek but this story and Donna's love price he's more. Great family tie in to the Baxters. Wonderful story don't miss it!
May 22, 2018
Dallas
Loved, loved, loved this one. I was so happy Donna and Dallas got their happily ever after. It was great to see Donna realize her worth and put her mother in her place. As always loved the MC being in this story and all the crazy friends and family. Thanks L Ann Marie for another great story ready for the next.
Loved, loved, loved this one. I was so happy Donna and Dallas got their happily ever after. It was great to see Donna realize her worth and put her mother in her place. As always loved the MC being in this story and all the crazy friends and family. Thanks L Ann Marie for another great story ready for the next.
May 22, 2018
Best book in the series
This series gets better with every new book, I love the MC cameos and really enjoyed seeing Beaus family included especially Hope. It's was also nice to see Donna finally see herself as she really is, gotta say tho Stella should have totally have given Donnas mum the slap she needed haha
This series gets better with every new book, I love the MC cameos and really enjoyed seeing Beaus family included especially Hope. It's was also nice to see Donna finally see herself as she really is, gotta say tho Stella should have totally have given Donnas mum the slap she needed haha
May 23, 2018
Another good book
I've read every book this author has written. I adore this new series! Her writing style is so different than any other author. Pure enjoyment from beginning to end. They always grab me from first page and before I know it, I'm finished the book. Please, keep them coming!!!
I've read every book this author has written. I adore this new series! Her writing style is so different than any other author. Pure enjoyment from beginning to end. They always grab me from first page and before I know it, I'm finished the book. Please, keep them coming!!!
May 25, 2018
Loved it!
This series is really good. I’m a huge fan of L. Ann Marie and this latest installment of The Providence Series more than met my expectations. It was great seeing Donna’s growth and watching Perez connect with his families. Can’t wait for what’s next.
This series is really good. I’m a huge fan of L. Ann Marie and this latest installment of The Providence Series more than met my expectations. It was great seeing Donna’s growth and watching Perez connect with his families. Can’t wait for what’s next.
May 21, 2018
Awesome!
Here is another awesome read by L. Ann Marie. Loved Perez and Donna's story. She finally gets it!! This is definitely a must read!!!
Here is another awesome read by L. Ann Marie. Loved Perez and Donna's story. She finally gets it!! This is definitely a must read!!!
May 22, 2018
Nice
Well what can I say that I not already said I loved that there was more interaction with the mc and that we saw more of beau boys can't wait for next one
Well what can I say that I not already said I loved that there was more interaction with the mc and that we saw more of beau boys can't wait for next one
September 17, 2019
Loved Dallas and Donna. Donna pushed Dallas away a few months ago, and has regretted it ever since. She want's what Cassidy has found with Raphael, Kimberly with Wheeler, and now Harper with Breken, she just doesn't know how to get there. She is so afraid of becoming like her cold "trophy wife" mother, she can't see she is nothing like her.
Dallas knows why Donna pushed him away and had been patiently waiting for her. When she seems to be a little to cozy with Miguel, he is done waiting. He gets some sage advise from both Breken's grandfather and wise man Ford and has a heart to heart with Donna.
Dallas has his work cut out for him. Donna's insecurities run deep. . He loves her and is willing to do whatever it takes. Donna loves Dallas and she is following Cassidy's advise, but her inner drama queen, sometimes drowns out everything else out.
Dallas has issues too. He had a privileged but lonely childhood. His father cold and distant. He lost his mother at a young age. She was strong and brilliant and left him a legacy to escape his father. He has been connecting with his Uncle Beau, his mother's brother, who works for MC Baxter and his Aunt and cousins, especially his cousin Dallas. Learning what having family truly means. His cousin Hope who becomes fast friends with Donna and becomes another positive voice in her life. Which she really need when her mother make her appearance.
His personal growth spreads into his professional life. He is slowly becoming comfortable with his roll with EROP. While they have always treated him as family he is now really seeing them as family too.
Great addition to the series. Fast paced and a little steamy. Loved Dallas's connection to Beau. A few MC/Baxters/Princes make some memorable appearances. Love to see them. They show in just the right amount. Like seeing the relationship with them and the EROP becoming stronger, but separate. Hope to continue to see strong cooperation between the two.
While this book can be read as a stand alone, reading the first 3 books really enhances the story. Reading the Baxter's, MC, Princes, DC and Protectors series enhances it further. Can't wait for the next book. I love Ford, but not sure I am ready for him to find his happily ever after. He is going to need someone strong enough so give him the connection he is desperately looking for and soft enough to let him take care of her. I'm starting to feel a little sorry for Miguel. Can't wait for the next book.
Dallas knows why Donna pushed him away and had been patiently waiting for her. When she seems to be a little to cozy with Miguel, he is done waiting. He gets some sage advise from both Breken's grandfather and wise man Ford and has a heart to heart with Donna.
Dallas has his work cut out for him. Donna's insecurities run deep. . He loves her and is willing to do whatever it takes. Donna loves Dallas and she is following Cassidy's advise, but her inner drama queen, sometimes drowns out everything else out.
Dallas has issues too. He had a privileged but lonely childhood. His father cold and distant. He lost his mother at a young age. She was strong and brilliant and left him a legacy to escape his father. He has been connecting with his Uncle Beau, his mother's brother, who works for MC Baxter and his Aunt and cousins, especially his cousin Dallas. Learning what having family truly means. His cousin Hope who becomes fast friends with Donna and becomes another positive voice in her life. Which she really need when her mother make her appearance.
His personal growth spreads into his professional life. He is slowly becoming comfortable with his roll with EROP. While they have always treated him as family he is now really seeing them as family too.
Great addition to the series. Fast paced and a little steamy. Loved Dallas's connection to Beau. A few MC/Baxters/Princes make some memorable appearances. Love to see them. They show in just the right amount. Like seeing the relationship with them and the EROP becoming stronger, but separate. Hope to continue to see strong cooperation between the two.
While this book can be read as a stand alone, reading the first 3 books really enhances the story. Reading the Baxter's, MC, Princes, DC and Protectors series enhances it further. Can't wait for the next book. I love Ford, but not sure I am ready for him to find his happily ever after. He is going to need someone strong enough so give him the connection he is desperately looking for and soft enough to let him take care of her. I'm starting to feel a little sorry for Miguel. Can't wait for the next book.
July 5, 2020
Perez..I have been waiting for it
Since Saber's Vida I have wanted to read Perez's story. It was everything and more. We have been watching Donna and Dallas for 3 books. We were all hoping Donna would get it together but couldn't figure out what her deal was. She had a man who was all in but she ran. Saber's Sombra bring us full circle filling in the pieces. We see what has brought Donna today and why she really ran. We see Dallas as the all observing guy but we find out how he got here. Their story has some ups and downs like any but it keeps you interested and wanting more. I can't wait to see who is next. Hoping for Ford.
Since Saber's Vida I have wanted to read Perez's story. It was everything and more. We have been watching Donna and Dallas for 3 books. We were all hoping Donna would get it together but couldn't figure out what her deal was. She had a man who was all in but she ran. Saber's Sombra bring us full circle filling in the pieces. We see what has brought Donna today and why she really ran. We see Dallas as the all observing guy but we find out how he got here. Their story has some ups and downs like any but it keeps you interested and wanting more. I can't wait to see who is next. Hoping for Ford.
February 26, 2021
Saber 's Sombra: Book #4 (providence series)
My oh my! Surprises abound! Dallas Perez gets to know his mother's brother and his kids. Turns out there's a huge tie in to The Baxters! We find out about toxic moms and murderous dad's too. Good story, great characters and a lovely love story.
My oh my! Surprises abound! Dallas Perez gets to know his mother's brother and his kids. Turns out there's a huge tie in to The Baxters! We find out about toxic moms and murderous dad's too. Good story, great characters and a lovely love story.
February 3, 2020
A heartwarming beautiful story of love conquering a past that haunts us. Both Perez and Donna’s childhoods were lonely and had them doubting a lot about themselves. Read along and see how the family they’ve chosen and their love for each other give them the life they deserve.
June 4, 2018
💋💋💋💋
I love the way this book ties into mc! Dallas and Donna are an awesome ciple that make each other stronger! Add to that the rest of the team and they are pretty much unstoppable!
I love the way this book ties into mc! Dallas and Donna are an awesome ciple that make each other stronger! Add to that the rest of the team and they are pretty much unstoppable!
June 21, 2019
EROP - the FBI's "Enhanced Residence Office of Providence"
ESAC - FBI Enhanced Special Agent in Charge of EROP
ESA - Enhanced Special Agent
SAC - Special Agent in Charge
SA - Special Agent
SAD/SOG - Special Activities Division/Special Operations Group. SOG is a department within SAD responsible for operations that include high-threat military or covert operations which the US government does not wish to be overtly associated.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Dallas Perez
1. On-Site Commander of the investigator Team
2. Personnel Agent for EROP
3.Former Assistant SAC for NY FBI field office
4. Former Prosecutor
Donna
1. Cassidy's bFF
2. Former Corporate Lawyer
3. Assistant DA with Cassidy
Cook
1. Perez's childhood cook
2. Unknowingly Perez's Abuelita (grangmother)
Maid
1. Perez's childhood maid
2. Unknowingly Perez's Tìa (aunt)
Gladys - Donna's mother
Harold - GLady's third husband
Csssidy (Warner) Saber
1. Assistant DA
2. Married to Rafael Saber
Myrna Lecompte
1. Cassidy and Harper's mom
2. 1/2 of the original Golden Girls
3. widow
Jim
1. Myrna's man
2. dealer at a car lot
Stella
1. Myrna's bff
2. The other half of the original Golden Girls
3. Parker's mom
Helen Saber Vargas
1. Mother of Rafael, Miguel and Télia Saber
2. Married to Harper's dad Henry
3. Newest Golden Girl.
Henry Vargas
1. Kimberly's dad
2. Newly married to Helen Saber
Télia Saber
1. Sister to Rafael and Miguel
2. Daughter of Helen
2. Talented artist
Kimberly Vargas Wheeler
1. Lead investigator and Intel analyst for EROP
2. retired Marine
3. Married to Joshua Wheeler
4. daughter of Henry
Rafael Saber
1. (ESAC) FBI Enhanced Special Agent
2. in Charge of the Enhanced Resident Office Providence (EROP),
3. reassigned Delta Commander
4. married to Cassidy
FORD
1. On-site Commander for Aramis Ops Team
2. Former SEAL
3. Owns a bar with Wheeler
Joshua Wheeler
1. On-Site COmmander of Porthos Ops Team
2. FOrmer Green Beret
3. Married to Kimberly
4. Owns a bar with Ford
Miguel Saber
1. On-Site Commander of Athos
2. FOrmer SEAL
3. Brother to Rafael Telia and son of Helen.
Brekan Graywolf
1. On-Site Commander of D'Artagnan Team
2. Former SEAL
3. Married to HArper
ESAC - FBI Enhanced Special Agent in Charge of EROP
ESA - Enhanced Special Agent
SAC - Special Agent in Charge
SA - Special Agent
SAD/SOG - Special Activities Division/Special Operations Group. SOG is a department within SAD responsible for operations that include high-threat military or covert operations which the US government does not wish to be overtly associated.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Dallas Perez
1. On-Site Commander of the investigator Team
2. Personnel Agent for EROP
3.Former Assistant SAC for NY FBI field office
4. Former Prosecutor
Donna
1. Cassidy's bFF
2. Former Corporate Lawyer
3. Assistant DA with Cassidy
Cook
1. Perez's childhood cook
2. Unknowingly Perez's Abuelita (grangmother)
Maid
1. Perez's childhood maid
2. Unknowingly Perez's Tìa (aunt)
Gladys - Donna's mother
Harold - GLady's third husband
Csssidy (Warner) Saber
1. Assistant DA
2. Married to Rafael Saber
Myrna Lecompte
1. Cassidy and Harper's mom
2. 1/2 of the original Golden Girls
3. widow
Jim
1. Myrna's man
2. dealer at a car lot
Stella
1. Myrna's bff
2. The other half of the original Golden Girls
3. Parker's mom
Helen Saber Vargas
1. Mother of Rafael, Miguel and Télia Saber
2. Married to Harper's dad Henry
3. Newest Golden Girl.
Henry Vargas
1. Kimberly's dad
2. Newly married to Helen Saber
Télia Saber
1. Sister to Rafael and Miguel
2. Daughter of Helen
2. Talented artist
Kimberly Vargas Wheeler
1. Lead investigator and Intel analyst for EROP
2. retired Marine
3. Married to Joshua Wheeler
4. daughter of Henry
Rafael Saber
1. (ESAC) FBI Enhanced Special Agent
2. in Charge of the Enhanced Resident Office Providence (EROP),
3. reassigned Delta Commander
4. married to Cassidy
FORD
1. On-site Commander for Aramis Ops Team
2. Former SEAL
3. Owns a bar with Wheeler
Joshua Wheeler
1. On-Site COmmander of Porthos Ops Team
2. FOrmer Green Beret
3. Married to Kimberly
4. Owns a bar with Ford
Miguel Saber
1. On-Site Commander of Athos
2. FOrmer SEAL
3. Brother to Rafael Telia and son of Helen.
Brekan Graywolf
1. On-Site Commander of D'Artagnan Team
2. Former SEAL
3. Married to HArper
November 21, 2018
Another great read
A strong woman owning her mistakes and (eventually) and trying to get over her upbringing finds her 'one' and lets him go before he can hurt her. Once she is on the same page he has been on, they move ahead in leaps and bounds. A cast of characters bring family to life!
A strong woman owning her mistakes and (eventually) and trying to get over her upbringing finds her 'one' and lets him go before he can hurt her. Once she is on the same page he has been on, they move ahead in leaps and bounds. A cast of characters bring family to life!
July 29, 2022
Loved It !!!!!
Perez was always so mysterious and I felt so bad for him in the previous book when Donna hurt him. I'm glad in this one we get to find out about Dallas's "Baxter" connections, watch Donna heal and see them both find their happiness. Next up is FORD!!! I can' t wait! Even if this is my like 100th reread (oops ! Too many fireman)😜
Perez was always so mysterious and I felt so bad for him in the previous book when Donna hurt him. I'm glad in this one we get to find out about Dallas's "Baxter" connections, watch Donna heal and see them both find their happiness. Next up is FORD!!! I can' t wait! Even if this is my like 100th reread (oops ! Too many fireman)😜
February 8, 2019
Looks and brains
I am so happy for Perez and Donna! They were perfect for each other and I was a little bummed out they didn’t end up together. I am so happy to see the theme of family in this book and all of L. Ann Marie’s books. Really loved it and loving this series!!
I am so happy for Perez and Donna! They were perfect for each other and I was a little bummed out they didn’t end up together. I am so happy to see the theme of family in this book and all of L. Ann Marie’s books. Really loved it and loving this series!!
January 22, 2020
Can't say it enough, L. Ann Marie just does it for me. I love that the MC, The Princes and Baxter's show in these books as well. I love a series like this, just jump into this world and never want to leave.
February 26, 2021
Another winner, I do love these Hero’s!
July 28, 2021
Great series love L Ann's books just read all the MC & bacxers series for the 2nd time now on 5th in this series . MORE PLEASE 5 plus stars ....
January 25, 2022
Dallas
Dallas Perez the lawyer finds his flower in Donna. But she has her own baggage she must deal with before they c an be happy. Great book.
Dallas Perez the lawyer finds his flower in Donna. But she has her own baggage she must deal with before they c an be happy. Great book.
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