4/5
Good one.
Bad Rio by Dorsey Adams is a good romantics suspense full Of twists and turns. Of course the romance and the fireworks between the two are fun to read as well!! Good read.
He’s bad and he knows it, but can he ever be good … for her?
Becca couldn’t believe she’d been kidnapped, right out of her friend’s Mexican Matamoros mansion, and by none other than the most dangerous and violent cartel of them all. Her friend’s father was an important man—the ambassador to the freaking United States.
Because Becca was a politician’s daughter, she knew the cartel was holding her for ransom—for a lot of money. Surely her well-connected father would send a capable team to rescue her—and soon. It had already been four miserable days. They’d kept her locked in a truck, driving all over Northern Mexico, and only her pleas that nature was calling had gotten her into this shoddy cantina’s restroom for a few precious seconds alone.
Where in the hell were her rescuers? She imagined a uniformed team. The Mexican military working with the Americans. A dozen professional, trained men perhaps descending from the sky in a helicopter. Or a show of force—a detail of steel-reinforced trucks. So, where were they?
Excerpt:
At the sink drying her hands, the woman gasped.
Before she could take a second breath, he was on her. As she whirled to run, he wrapped his arms around her from behind and slammed a hand over her mouth.
His lips touching her ear, he whispered, “Shhh, Becca. I’m Rio and I’m here to save you.”
Instead of sagging against him in relief, the damn female struggled like a she-devil. She made urgent noises against his hand. He kept it tightly bound to her lips, and then dragged her over to the wall.
She tried to kick backward at his knees, but he easily out-maneuvered her. Struggling in his arms, she clawed at him, attempted to bite him, thrust her head back in an effort at a backward head butt.
She was no match. Taller by a good twelve inches, heavier by nearly a hundred pounds, he squeezed tighter in warning, nearly crushed her until she couldn’t breathe. It was necessary.
For a small thing, she had generous breasts. He could feel them heaving against his folded arms. Right now, that didn’t matter.
“Shut up,” he commanded in a harsh whisper. “I’m here to rescue you. Got that? Now, start cooperating or those assholes that grabbed you from the ambassador’s house will hear. You’ll get us both killed.”
At that moment a loud and insistent knock sounded on the door. “Señorita, estes bien? Are you well? Come out now.”
Becca froze.
Whispering urgently, Rio said, “The Michoacán Cartel who kidnapped you? They’re disorganized. Sloppy. Half their captives are killed before ransom is paid. Think your chances are better with them? Or with me?”
The knock and imperious demand came again. “Señorita? Open the door.” The doorknob rattled.
Because she could barely move, he wrapped his fist around her long, dark braid and yanked her head back. A pleasant, sweet scent came off her hair, and put him in mind of little yellow flowers.
However, because she was of no more importance to him than a sack of potatoes, a sack he was nonetheless tasked to protect, he didn’t care. It mattered little to him whether she smelled like mildewed potatoes or fresh spring flowers. She meant one thing to him: money. Her scent was simply something he noticed. A man in his profession must remain observant.
She was forced to crane her neck and look up into his eyes. Unblinking, he met her gaze. She needed to make her decision within seconds. If she screamed, he was prepared to throw her out the window and as he followed, draw his Glock.
In that event, his chances for mission success would suffer.
He knew she was wealthy, spoiled, and probably petulant. Coddled types like her usually were. Over the years he’d dealt with plenty of her breed. At thirty-five, he’d been doing this for a while.
Yet she did have an excellent degree from a snooty university. Hopefully an education like that also translated into at least average intelligence. Maybe she was capable of making the right choice. It would definitely simplify his life.
Her eyes were large and a deep, snapping brown. He knew the color by studying her file, now confirmed in the low bathroom lamplight. The hue was the same, but the photos hadn’t revealed the fire burning within their depths. As she glowered, sparks shot at him like lasers. An angry line appeared between her brows.
A feisty one, he realized. Warring in her eyes with fear was also fury. This one would fight.
Despite her anger, he felt her entire body trembling.
The man on the other side of the door pounded on the wood. “Señorita!”
“Decide.” Rio squeezed her again.
Against his hand, Becca nodded once.
With great care, he slowly lifted his palm.
Still holding his gaze, she cleared her throat and called out, “Un momento. Just a minute. I’m coming out.”
Good. She had at least half a brain. That would be helpful.
“Salir, ahora. Come out now!” came the impatient demand.
Quickly, Rio pushed her to the open window and unceremoniously shoved her through.
She fell the five-foot drop and to her credit, when she landed on her side, made only a small squeak.
Rio dropped beside her, already clamping his fingers under her upper arm to drag her forward. With his other hand, he drew his pistol.
Behind them, he again heard the man outside the bathroom shout for Becca to come out. He pounded harder on the door. In seconds, Rio knew he’d break inside.
They rushed to the corner of the dilapidated wooden building and he peered around. The two sentries were headed for them. The men didn’t appear in a hurry and apparently had not yet heard the commotion starting in the bathroom. In the next heartbeat, they would.
Damn.
Rio reversed course and moved the other way. They hurried back beneath the window and to the opposite corner of the saloon. Because he’d thoroughly staked out the landscape before approaching the building, he’d learned that just beyond the dirt parking lot was a concealing clump of low trees and shrubbery. In the snarl of vegetation was his prize.
“See those bushes, those trees?” He pointed.
She nodded.
“We’ve got to make it. Run fast. Go!”
Together they sprinted for the bushes.
Sweeping flashlights swung by them, hit their backs. An outcry rang out.
Shots were fired.
Product Reviews
4/5
Rio
We have action, suspense and more. This is Becca and Rio's story. When Becca gets kidnapped she is hoping her father sends someone to rescue her soon. Will her father send someone? Rio snatches her from her kidnappers, but they have to hid out for awhile. Can Rio keep her safe from the Cartel? Can feelings get in the way?
4/5
Entertaining Read
Bad Rio is an entertaining romance story full of compelling action, drama, lots of suspense, and tons of steaminess. The characters are lovable and you root for Rio and Becca to find their happy every after. Though there were some predictable moments, the way that the story flowed and the characters engaged with one another made that okay.
5/5
Non-stop ride!
Wow! This was great! Twists in the plot that keep you guessing. Action that crosses back and forth between Mexico and the USA. I have a best friend in Juarez and when one plot twist mentioned that city within the situation that was happening, it literally made me reach out to him and say that I was grateful he doesn't let his daughters go off alone, ever. Because of my friendship with him I have an understanding of how different each area of Chihuahua is and it helped me visualize when they were there. The growth of both main characters was very interesting to follow as well. I think his sister is kick @$& LOL Humor, heat and action.. all in one non-stop ride.
5/5
Non-stop ride!
Wow! This was great! Twists in the plot that keep you guessing. Action that crosses back and forth between Mexico and the USA. I have a best friend in Juarez and when one plot twist mentioned that city within the situation that was happening, it literally made me reach out to him and say that I was grateful he doesn't let his daughters go off alone, ever. Because of my friendship with him I have an understanding of how different each area of Chihuahua is and it helped me visualize when they were there. The growth of both main characters was very interesting to follow as well. I think his sister is kick @$& LOL Humor, heat and action.. all in one non-stop ride.
5/5
BAD TO THE BONE
Rio and Becca. Shes in Matamoroa with and at her friends fathers mansion. Shes kidnapped by the cartel. Her father is a politician and the cartel wants a ransom. Its been four days. Driving and only stopping for her to use the bathroom. Why was no one looking for her. Well Rio is. Not a team. He snatches her and they are in hiding during a storm and Becca gets sick. Storm passes, Becca is better and they go to the pickup point and something is off so they retreat back to the hidey hole. So many secrets revealed that tell you why. Theres action, cartel, kidnapping, rescues, and suspense. Great charecters. Well written with great world building. Highly recommend.
5/5
BAD TO THE BONE
Rio and Becca. Shes in Matamoroa with and at her friends fathers mansion. Shes kidnapped by the cartel. Her father is a politician and the cartel wants a ransom. Its been four days. Driving and only stopping for her to use the bathroom. Why was no one looking for her. Well Rio is. Not a team. He snatches her and they are in hiding during a storm and Becca gets sick. Storm passes, Becca is better and they go to the pickup point and something is off so they retreat back to the hidey hole. So many secrets revealed that tell you why. Theres action, cartel, kidnapping, rescues, and suspense. Great charecters. Well written with great world building. Highly recommend.
5/5
Wonderful Romance
Becca and Rio's story keeps you glued to their story from the beginning. Good storyline with drama, action, danger, suspense, romance and enough steamy moments. This is a page turner and recommended to read.
5/5
Great book
I fell in love with the characters at the beginning. I was not expecting it to deliver on all levels but it did. Highly recommended.
5/5
Wild Adventure
Rio and Becca are going to survive. Becca was kidnapped and Rio was sent to rescue her. She was a job until she got under his skin. The chemistry between them is insane. The twists and turns are so good. You will get sucked in from the beginning. Absolutely loved this book
5/5
Rio & Becca
Bad Rio centers around a politician's daughter, Becca, who is kidnapped and the man, Rio, sent to rescue her. Once Rio has snatched Becca out from beneath her kidnappers' noses, they are forced to hole up in a small house due to the weather and Becca falling ill. When the weather clears, the kidnappers have moved their search, and Becca is over the worst and gained enough strength to attempt the journey, Rio schedules a pickup with the company he works. However, when they reach the rendezvous point, Rio senses that something is off and once again they flee back to the small house. The author packs plenty of action, suspense, and romance into this book with many secrets revealed as to why Becca was targeted in the first place. Without giving any spoilers, I can say this is a fast-paced, must-read book packed with a little bit of everything and a surprising outcome.
5/5
Rio & Becca
Bad Rio centers around a politician's daughter, Becca, who is kidnapped and the man, Rio, sent to rescue her. Once Rio has snatched Becca out from beneath her kidnappers' noses, they are forced to hole up in a small house due to the weather and Becca falling ill. When the weather clears, the kidnappers have moved their search, and Becca is over the worst and gained enough strength to attempt the journey, Rio schedules a pickup with the company he works. However, when they reach the rendezvous point, Rio senses that something is off and once again they flee back to the small house. The author packs plenty of action, suspense, and romance into this book with many secrets revealed as to why Becca was targeted in the first place. Without giving any spoilers, I can say this is a fast-paced, must-read book packed with a little bit of everything and a surprising outcome.
4/5
Bad Rio!
This is a compelling and engaging story that is action packed with suspense and danger. Rio and Becca are perfect together. Rio is a lone wolf and employed by a secret organization that sends him to rescue, protect or pursue. Becca, a politicians daughter, is kidnapped from the US ambassador’s house in Mexico. She is being held by the Michoacán Cartel. Rio, is sent in to rescue her. This is such a good read with a strong plot and likable characters.
4/5
Bad Rii
This book is action packed. A politicians daughter is kidnapped and she is waiting and waiting to be rescued positive her father is coming for her. The book focuses on her rescue and the man who is in love with her but who knows he’s not good enough for her. There is a lot of chemistry between the main characters. I found myself feeling bad when her reality begins crashing. Rio is my favorite character in the book. This was a good read.
4/5
Bad Rii
This book is action packed. A politicians daughter is kidnapped and she is waiting and waiting to be rescued positive her father is coming for her. The book focuses on her rescue and the man who is in love with her but who knows he’s not good enough for her. There is a lot of chemistry between the main characters. I found myself feeling bad when her reality begins crashing. Rio is my favorite character in the book. This was a good read.
