Wicked as Lies (Zyron & Tessa, Part One): A Former Military Security Team Romance

Shayla Black

Feb 2021 · Wicked Lovers: Soldiers For Hire Book 3 · Shelley Bradley LLC

About this ebook

Enjoy this steamy former military security team series from New York Times bestselling author Shayla Black

He wants her…and he’s past caring she’s the enemy.

Former military operative Chase “Zyron” Garrett’s new employer forbids romance in the office. No problem—until the private security company assigns him to protect their sweet secretary from her vicious ex. Every night beside single mom Tessa Lawrence, unable to touch her, makes Zy burn until he stops caring that their love is wrong.

Tessa and her newborn girl are alone in the world. That changes when Zy walks through her door. Fierce yet tender, he’s everything she needs in a man, lover, and father for her daughter. But he’s off-limits. If she gives in to temptation, she’ll lose her job. So she resigns herself to being his friend—and loving him in secret. 

Then their team is compromised and it’s clear they have a mole. Zy is ordered to discover their traitor…and all clues point to Tessa. With his heart tangled between unquenched need and searing betrayal, he searches for the truth. But will their love be the greatest casualty of all?

**Stories in this series are told in a duet of two full-length novels. Each duet can be read as a standalone. Includes strong language, sexy times, alpha male attitude, and a guaranteed happily ever after. Enjoy!**

Ratings and reviews

Great Zy and Tess’s story with the build up and the addition to Hallies new born is so great and the cliff hanger. Plus the friendship between Zy and Trees is good. You can’t help but root for Zy and Tessa and the possibilities except the road blocks that are in their way. They have chemistry and can’t wait for them to see if it’s combustible. Seeing the stories from all the other stories from another side is interesting. There are many unanswered things that I can’t wait for the next book to see where this story Is going. Shayla Black has made another great series and and keeps all the characters connected. Seeing and hearing from many favorites.

Normally this would get a much lower rating because there is absolutely no steam in it. But I've read Shayla's books before so I know it will be coming in the next book since this one ended in a cliffhanger. Uggg is it March yet? That's when part 2 will be coming out. Ok that being said. This book was wonderfully written. Loved the storyline and where it's going. Loved the danger and the sexual tension between Zyron and Tessa. Logan,Hunter and Joaquin make an appearance in this book. Although I loved them in their own books, not so much in Wicked As Lies.

5 Star review of Wicked As Lies (Wicked & Devoted #3) by Shayla Black Book three is the Wicked & Devoted series and I could not wait to dive in and read. This book has a lot going on and although not a particularly long book, Ms.Black certainly packed a lot in to it. Please be aware that this book is the first book about Chase “Zyron” Garrett and Tessa Lawrence so you have been warned and I for one cannot wait to see what is in store for them. Thanks to an ex boyfriend who is harassing her, Zy is tasked with protecting the office secretary and that is when the complications start. Not only that, but there appears to be a “mole” in their organization and the clues point to Tessa who Zy is beginning to have feelings for. The attraction and chemistry sizzles between them and I hope that they can get the happily ever after they both deserve. There were times that I was on the edge of my seat as the action heated up. All in all this was a captivating read with strong writing and characters who story you cannot help but become invested in.

About the author

Shayla Black is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of nearly than eighty novels. For over twenty years, she’s written contemporary, erotic, paranormal, and historical romances via traditional, independent, foreign, and audio publishers. Her books have sold millions of copies and been published in a dozen languages.

Raised an only child, Shayla occupied herself with lots of daydreaming, much to the chagrin of her teachers. In college, she found her love for reading and realized that she could have a career publishing the stories spinning in her imagination. Though she graduated with a degree in Marketing/Advertising and embarked on a stint in corporate America to pay the bills, her heart has always been with her characters. She’s thrilled that she’s been living her dream as a full-time author for the past eleven years.

Shayla currently lives in North Texas with her wonderfully supportive husband, her daughter, and two spoiled tabbies. In her “free” time, she enjoys reality TV, reading, and listening to an eclectic blend of music.