Without Restraint by Angela Knight
A standout erotic romantic suspense from our top-rated shelf. Angela Knight pairs sharp plotting with high heat, and the verdict from our reviewer was unanimous.
“The first in the Southern Shields series opens with a bang and never lets up. Knight balances suspense, sensuality, and emotional stakes with rare precision.” — Artemis, BbR Review
“A book that earns every flame on the heat scale and every star on the rating.” — Top Rated Picks
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