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Guts & Glory: Steel (In the Shadows Security Book 5) Kindle Edition

by Jeanne St. James (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 2,205 ratings
Strength is what we gain from the madness we survive.

For Anson “Steel” Sterling, former Marine Raider and current bad boy of the Shadows crew, kicking ass and talking sh*t is all in a day’s work. His boxing skills make him lethal in and out of the ring and his mind is just as quick as his fists. When an assignment has him heading out to Nevada, he’s prepared for boredom. After all, how hard can protecting one female athlete from a stalker be?

Katheryn “Kat” Callahan has one goal, prove to everyone, especially her judgmental father, she can be the best female MMA fighter. She’s more than capable of defending herself and doesn’t need a hulked-out alpha-hole bodyguard with a sharp tongue and a surly attitude shadowing her every move. With the biggest match of her career right around the corner, one crazy stalker’s not going to bring her down.

The pint-sized fighter fascinates Steel. With her striking amber eyes and honed physique, the attraction is immediate, but it’s her grit and determination that really gets his blood pumping. He’s ready to go a few rounds if it means seeing her worked up. But Kat needs to remain focused on her goals and Steel isn’t making that easy.

Can their mutual passion and stubborn attitudes make them the perfect team? Or will they remain in opposite corners, forever fighting alone?

Note: Steel is the fifth book of the Guts & Glory series, a six-book spin-off from my Dirty Angels MC series. While it’s recommended to read both series in order, each book can be read as a stand-alone. As with all my books, this has an HEA, no cliffhanger or cheating.
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    In the Shadows Security
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About this book:Genre: Contemporary Romance
Length: Novel
HEA/HFN: Yes, HEA
Series & Book #: In the Shadows Security, Book 5
Can be read as a standalone: Yes

Heat Level: Steamy
Alpha Male: Yes
Multiple Partners: No, M/F, (heterosexual)

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Guts & Glory: The In the Shadows Security Series:
(It's highly recommended to read this series in order and after the Dirty Angels MC series)

Book 1: Guts & Glory: Mercy
Book 2: Guts & Glory: Ryder
Book 3: Guts & Glory: Hunter
Book 4: Guts & Glory: Walker
Book 5: Guts & Glory: Steel
Book 6: Guts & Glory: Brick

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07XB6TZ9M
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Double-J Romance, Inc.
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 1, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.5 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 5 of 6 ‏ : ‎ In the Shadows Security
  • Customer Reviews:
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"Sinful, sexy, MC romances that keep you turning the page until the end. I binged each book and series as fast as I could download. Too many amazing stories to pick a favorite!"

~ Carly Phillips, NY Times bestselling author

JEANNE ST. JAMES is a USA Today bestselling author who loves writing contemporary romance about strong women and alpha males. She writes M/F, M/M, and M/M/F ménages.

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Customers love this book's storyline, particularly Kat and Steel's story, with one review highlighting their detailed backstories. Moreover, the characters are well-developed, and customers appreciate Steel's tough guy persona. The pacing keeps readers engaged from the first page, and the chemistry between Steel and Kat is off the charts. Additionally, customers find the book insanely hot and appreciate its humor and explosive content.

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34 customers mention "Storyline"34 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, finding it suspenseful and well-written, with one customer particularly appreciating the detailed backstories of the characters.

"...These two are perfect for each other...." Read more

"...The books are written that well.. it’s easy to forget they aren’t real people." Read more

"I was immediately immersed in this book. Steel and Kat were perfect for each other and their chemistry was off the charts!..." Read more

"...The underlying danger that brings them together is well written and will keep you turning the pages, and you just have to know whether Kat can let..." Read more

20 customers mention "Character development"17 positive3 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, with one mentioning that Jeanne is the best matchmaker.

"...reader satisfaction and to prevent spoilers as there are reoccurring characters and an overall storyline arc...." Read more

"...I loved all the characters, the storyline and definitely the whole DMAC world. I’m addicted and can’t wait for more!!" Read more

"...Jeanne St.James does such an amazing job writing these characters. I have just devoured the books in this series...." Read more

"...St. James gave her readers an absolutely fantastic story and charming characters you just can't help but love and want to be together no matter what..." Read more

14 customers mention "Strength"14 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate Steel's character, describing him as a tough guy, and particularly enjoy his story with Kat, with one customer noting his vulnerable side.

"...She’s powerful, independent, and strong and she doesn’t need a man in her way to keep her safe. Or so she believes...." Read more

"...Kat is strong, she has to be as an MMA champion but she is no match for Steel. When these two forces collide it is explosive...." Read more

"A must read each book in the series has different stories some very tough alpha males and some very bossy women who challenge these males every step..." Read more

"...I loved Kat instantly! She is not only beautiful but a strong, independent woman that was not about to let any man tie her down or get the best of..." Read more

11 customers mention "Pacing"11 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, finding it keeps them engaged from the first page.

"I was immediately immersed in this book. Steel and Kat were perfect for each other and their chemistry was off the charts!..." Read more

"...danger that brings them together is well written and will keep you turning the pages, and you just have to know whether Kat can let her guard down..." Read more

"I love the DAMC & the Shadow Security. Each book draws you closer...." Read more

"...So creepy, but draws me in every time.... Also the unusual fact that she's an MMA fighter just adds more interest!!! Great book!..." Read more

9 customers mention "Steamy content"9 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the steamy content of the book, describing it as insanely hot, with one customer specifically mentioning the hot steamy sexy parts.

"...The steamy scenes between them were super hot! They were both stubborn though and it took a lot of butting heads before they found their HEA...." Read more

"...This is a steamy, passionate pairing that will give you all the feels...." Read more

"...Steele—he’s funny and insanely hot and arrogant. It seemed like he and Kat would be oil and water together...." Read more

"Fan-freaking-tastic!!! I could not wait to meet Kat, the perfect woman to bring Steel to his knees...." Read more

5 customers mention "Chemistry"5 positive0 negative

Customers praise the chemistry between the characters, describing it as off the charts.

"...Steel and Kat were perfect for each other and their chemistry was off the charts! The steamy scenes between them were super hot!..." Read more

"...I love this series and the Dirty Angels. Loves the chemistry between Steel and Kat. I also love all the banter between the Shadows...." Read more

"...And her chemistry with Steel was fantastic." Read more

"Storyline was engaging and characters are likable. Chemistry is off the charts between Kay and Steel. Definitely recommend this book and series!" Read more

5 customers mention "Humor"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the humor in the book.

"...I have just devoured the books in this series. Steele—he’s funny and insanely hot and arrogant...." Read more

"...Jeanne St. James created the most delightful, funny, sexy dialogue for these hard-headed characters...." Read more

"...The humor is spot on here. How they navigate their feelings keeps you reading straight through!" Read more

"Loved it. By the 1st chapter I was laughing. Couldn't put it down. And follow MmA. So it was really good. Thanks again for a great book." Read more

3 customers mention "Explosive content"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the explosive content of the book.

"...I loved this story and found the heat between these two to be explosive...." Read more

"...But they were explosive together. Their love story was built so brilliantly. I’m usually not into the whole MMA fighting scene, but I was riveted...." Read more

"...The characters chemistry is amazing and explosive as they fall in love.I so recommend reading this book!!" Read more

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  • SassyKebKerr
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great mix of suspense, romance, danger, and humor
    Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2020
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    I love the In the Shadows Security series and Guts & Glory: Steel did not disappoint.

    Anson “Steel” Sterling is a man who likes his women to look athletic, not soft or curvy. He is not ashamed to voice his opinion even if no one wants to hear it. He gets himself into more trouble with his mouth than he does any other way. Diesel chooses him for an assignment to watch over a woman athlete and he is not impressed with the job at first. Then he meets Kat and sees her in action and his interest peeks.

    Kat is a woman in a man dominated sport, but she’s good at what she does, and she makes no apologies for it. She’s determined to be the best in her field and has been the top contender four years running. She’s powerful, independent, and strong and she doesn’t need a man in her way to keep her safe. Or so she believes. She’s out to prove her father wrong in his beliefs of how women should act and that she can be more in life.

    These two are perfect for each other. They both feel that they have something to prove, if not to themselves then to those that believe they know what’s best for them. They are both strong, both emotionally and physically, and they are stubborn. I loved this story and found the heat between these two to be explosive. They are great together, but they need to figure that out on their own, and it will take them a while to do it. They both respect each other, but can they figure out that there is more between them than respect before it’s too late? I give this story 5 steamy stars and highly recommend that you one-click it and read it, especially if you like strong, independent women who realize that they are more with someone they love standing next to them. This entire series has been great so far and I cannot wait for Brick’s story next.
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  • Anna-Marie Buchner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesomesauce read for sure. Loved Steel and Kat
    Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2023
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    I totally loved Steel's book. There was just something special about him. He didn't fit the mold neither did Kat. Each hardheaded and so set in their ways. It was fun to watch them together, okay read about them together. These two were destined to be together. I have no words. But I have to admit I actually thought there would be no HEA. Steel would not beg and Kat would not bend. I was like OMG this is not going to end well. I felt bad for Steel when he basically showed his emotions and she still left. Also I honestly thought her Manager was the stalker. I don't know there was just something about him that was shady LOL. Great read and great series. I'm so glad I bought every single one of her books . Now on to Brick LOL this should be interesting. He's a swipe left kinda guy LOL.
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  • GrayJA
    4.0 out of 5 stars 4 1/2 stars! Another well-written story - highly recommend
    Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2020
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    For mature readers only (18+ years old). Contains subject matter that may be a trigger or offensive to some including adult language throughout, adult intimate scenes and violence.

    This is part of the spin off from the Dirty Angels MC series. While it could be read as a stand-alone, I highly recommend it be read in series order for maximum reader satisfaction and to prevent spoilers as there are reoccurring characters and an overall storyline arc.

    I can’t believe there is only one more story remaining in this series. Fortunately for me there is another spin off.

    This is the first story in the series that I haven’t rated 5 stars. I wanted more emotions about what Kat went through with her stalker and/or her family. It just seemed as if a little something more could have been explored that would have really drawn out the angst, tension, etc. to make the character of Kat even more alive.
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  • Jax
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great book
    Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2020
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    This book, just like all of the previous ones from this series is great. It’s hard to find a series where it doesn’t feel like the same book is written over and over.. not the case with this author. One thing I like most is because this is part of a series (Guts and Glory and Down n Dirty) you get small updates and other characters from the past books are in it.. without taking over the main character of each book.
    I highly recommend the ten (11 really) of Down n Dirty and the previous of Guts and Glory. Every single book is great and that’s hard to do with a large series. You forget that these are characters and you don’t actually know them. The books are written that well.. it’s easy to forget they aren’t real people.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars YES, YES, YES, an MMA Themed Book
    Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2023
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    Obviously I love that Kat is a MMA fighter, but really who els could deal with Steel. The bodyguard and stalker angle really worked. Wish there was more of the MC crew but I get its a Shadow book. On to read about Brick's fall lol.
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  • Melanie B.
    5.0 out of 5 stars 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥
    Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2021
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    If you don’t read another book in the G & G series, you must read this one! Steel an alpha hottie who you wouldn’t think has a single romantic bone in his body. Kat is a bad a$$ MMA fighter who doesn’t need any man, especially one like Steel. This is a steamy, passionate pairing that will give you all the feels. The underlying danger that brings them together is well written and will keep you turning the pages, and you just have to know whether Kat can let her guard down for Steel. I don’t give out many 5 star ratings, but when you read a book three times in two weeks it’s warranted!
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  • Keala
    4.0 out of 5 stars Hard love
    Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2021
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    Steel is a hard man and when he gets tasked to a job as a bodyguard he thinks it'll be easy, until he meets the person. Kat is strong, she has to be as an MMA champion but she is no match for Steel. When these two forces collide it is explosive.

    I liked this one.
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  • Amy M.
    5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME BOOK!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2022
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    I was immediately immersed in this book. Steel and Kat were perfect for each other and their chemistry was off the charts! The steamy scenes between them were super hot! They were both stubborn though and it took a lot of butting heads before they found their HEA. I loved all the characters, the storyline and definitely the whole DMAC world. I’m addicted and can’t wait for more!!
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  • Mrs Hopski
    5.0 out of 5 stars Steel & Kat
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 5, 2020
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    Once again, another great book in the series, Love! this series of Happily Ever Afters. What's not to love, a series of good looking, hot muscular guys that when they fall they fall Big style while all their "brothers" laugh at them because it's happened to them already.
    The sisterhood accept new members in to their "family" and take 1 on take them all brothers & sisters family isn't always blood.

    MMA champion Kat has had a stalker for nearly a year now H follows her leaving her notes & "gifts". Her manager keeps moving her swapping houses, cars & phones on a regular basis but H keeps finding her.
    Berger, Kats manager enlists the help of In the Shadows security services - in walks Steel. He is fascinated with her, amazed by her, intrigued by her.
    Of course she gets irritated by him n his cockiness but as they start working together and talking it dawns on them both how much they like each other, but of course it's not all plain sailing before they really talk and come to their senses.

    Dont want to give away too much but if u do love a good HEA check out the Dirty Angels & Guts n Glory series get to know the whole family.

    Cant wait to read Bricks downfall lol
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  • Annette
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hotness plus
    Reviewed in Australia on February 2, 2020
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    Jeanne has delivered another stunning and entertaining story, full of humour, passion and delicious lust. MMA fighting has not been on my radar but this book has now made me want to take a good look at the men and women involved in such sports. Hilarious to see the attempts by the strong man trying desperately not to become like his brothers and great to see a strong woman becoming even stronger. Highly recommend this book, even if you read it as a stand alone the story is great and you will want to check out the previous stories.
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    Reviewed in Australia on February 2, 2020
    Jeanne has delivered another stunning and entertaining story, full of humour, passion and delicious lust. MMA fighting has not been on my radar but this book has now made me want to take a good look at the men and women involved in such sports. Hilarious to see the attempts by the strong man trying desperately not to become like his brothers and great to see a strong woman becoming even stronger. Highly recommend this book, even if you read it as a stand alone the story is great and you will want to check out the previous stories.
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  • Debbie
    5.0 out of 5 stars WOW!!
    Reviewed in Canada on February 3, 2020
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    OMG!! What a totally amazing book!! I just absolutely loved this book and series! I can't wait to read Brick's story! A definite must read!! Happy Reading!!! :)
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  • Andrea Shepherd
    4.0 out of 5 stars Steel
    Reviewed in Australia on February 1, 2020
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    Great offering from Jeanne again. Steel and Kat are made for each other. Love that Jeanne can give her characters great depth
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  • GP
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great loved it 😍💖
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 3, 2021
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    Great story,love this writer & love Steel & kat. If you love a alpha male def worth a read 💖😍🔥
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