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Big Gun: A Bad Boy Military Romance Novella (American Badass Book 1) Kindle Edition

4.1 out of 5 stars 118 ratings

Gunner. He’s hot, he’s young, and he has so much to offer but his forty-year-old cougar can’t commit.

Why? Because she’s his Battalion Commander and she’s more than just afraid of getting caught with her subordinate. She’s afraid of robbing Gunner of a future she thinks he deserves. But none of that matters to a man who wants what he’s done his duty to protect. So, no matter how hard things will get between him and the woman he loves, Gunner is not going to go down without a fight.

*This is a hot military cougar romance.

*Book one of three novellas in the American Badass series can be read as a standalone.Includes a young military man. Reckless behavior begins on page one.

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"Hot. Makes you wish he was in your bed."Kindle Customer, Amazon Reviewer
"The chemistry between Gunner and Camilla can be felt coming off the pages in waves."Lucinda B, Amazon Reviewer
"This isn't just some fling between two people but a deep and profound love."MJM2003, Amazon Reviewer
"A hot sexy American Badboy."Mary G, Amazon Reviewer
"Definitely a keeper."Carol, Amazon Reviewer

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B077QV6RJ7
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 24, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 9.2 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 158 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 3 ‏ : ‎ American Badass
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 out of 5 stars 118 ratings

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Dani Stowe
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I'm a High Fantasy with Raw Romance Author and I write *Crazy Love.*

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Customers enjoy this romance novella, praising its sweet HEA ending and steamy chemistry between Camilla and Gunner. They appreciate the storyline, with one customer noting it's a military romance featuring a younger man and older woman theme. The book receives positive feedback for its well-developed characters.

16 customers mention "Readability"16 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be a nice quick read with a sweet happy ending.

"...Told entirely from Gunner's point of view. Fast paced and steamy, with a lot of drama and angst." Read more

"This is a great book to read. I love the fact that this about an older woman, a cougar, and a young man, military...." Read more

"A good cougar read. One of the better cougar reads that I have gotten a hold of but, I have to say that any guy that is so large that he hurts a..." Read more

"...ღ This is the first book I’ve read by this author. Fast paced and steamy. The chemistry between Gunner & Camilla is electrifying...." Read more

16 customers mention "Storyline"16 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of this romance novella, particularly appreciating the love story involving a younger man and older woman in a military setting.

"...Fast paced and steamy, with a lot of drama and angst." Read more

"...It is also a relatable story because it can/has happened in real life." Read more

"It was an interesting plot. Not a bad story but it was a little dull for my tastes. Did like the story of the kids though." Read more

"Big Gun is a fast paced, pull you in, kind of story. The first sentence has your eyes widen in a "so, this is where we start," kind of glare...." Read more

7 customers mention "Character development"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"...You can see the transformation of the characters throughout. It is also a relatable story because it can/has happened in real life." Read more

"...The story and characters were realistic, and the storyline kept me reading until I finished in one setting...." Read more

"...It is a short read, characters have great chemistry, older woman/younger man, and a good storyline. I liked reading this book." Read more

"...I found the characters to be interesting and it had a great story-line and it was a very good romance. I volunteered to read a copy of this book." Read more

3 customers mention "Age range"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the theme of the older woman and younger man relationship in the book.

"...It is a short read, characters have great chemistry, older woman/younger man, and a good storyline. I liked reading this book." Read more

"Cute, hot story of younger guy, older woman. Both have feelings you will quickly believe; however, only he is willing to admit quickly...." Read more

"Love the younger man/older woman theme in this book...." Read more

3 customers mention "Steamy romance"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the steamy romance in the book, particularly the chemistry between Camilla and Gunner.

"...Told entirely from Gunner's point of view. Fast paced and steamy, with a lot of drama and angst." Read more

"...ღ This is the first book I’ve read by this author. Fast paced and steamy. The chemistry between Gunner & Camilla is electrifying...." Read more

"...Steamy chemistry between Camilla and Gunner. There is a lot of heartbreak on his side as he tries to get her to see they belong together...." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2017
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    Gunner is 21 year old Army specialist, currently assigned to the Battalion Commander, Lieutenant Colonel Camilla Mandely, 40, as her driver. They can't keep their hands off each other. She is about to retire and he is just starting his career. She wants a fling and he wants forever. He has some growing up to do and she is afraid of the age difference.
    Great younger man older women story. Told entirely from Gunner's point of view. Fast paced and steamy, with a lot of drama and angst.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2019
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    This is a great book to read. I love the fact that this about an older woman, a cougar, and a young man, military. I love that the man is trying to get the girl. You can see the transformation of the characters throughout. It is also a relatable story because it can/has happened in real life.
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2020
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    It was an interesting plot. Not a bad story but it was a little dull for my tastes. Did like the story of the kids though.
  • Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2018
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    A good cougar read. One of the better cougar reads that I have gotten a hold of but, I have to say that any guy that is so large that he hurts a woman because of his size doesn't know how to use his tool very well unless that kind of use is consensual between both parties. I know there are lots of .an that like it rough and women too, but he could have at least found someone more his size, don't you think. But I also know that you can't always choose who you love because they are chosen by the heart for use. I say a little disappointed with this book because of the guys behavior but it turned out good in the end. Just my opinion though.😉
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2018
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    Title: ➳ Big Gun
    Series ➳ American Badass 1#
    Author: ➳ Dani Stowe

    ღ This is the first book I’ve read by this author. Fast paced and steamy. The chemistry between Gunner & Camilla is electrifying. Younger guy/ Older woman military storyline.

    ♥●• Camilla Mandely (40) is Battalion Commander Lieutenant, & about ready to retire. She also doesn’t want to face the fact that she is in love with a enlisted twenty-one year old specialist who is also her driver. Maybe it’s cuz she has worked so hard for the last twenty-two years & doesn’t want to risk losing her benefits or doing jail time. Whatever her reasons are she breaks it off with Gunner right before his deployment

    💞. Gunner (21) Army specialist, currently assigned to be deploy oversea. He not sure if & when he returns that his sexy Lil Latin cougar will be waiting her him.
    After almost 9 months Gunner comes back from deployment realizing nothing has change. He is still treated like mindless grunt

    ►will these two find their way back to each other after being apart from each for so long? Will she get over the age difference? What will he do once he finds out her secret?

    ➦📚 Hope you enjoy this read & also always keep in mind this is just my opinion
    📚 American Badass Reading Order

    1 💕 - Big Gun - Published November 24, 2017
    2 -Loose Cannon - Published November 9, 2017
    3- Hot Rocket- Published January 18, 2018

    ➦ 💕 I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout & am voluntarily leaving a review.. 💕
    💕 . .**This has not influenced my review.* ** 💕

    ✎Paulette Review ❤💕
  • Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2018
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    Big Gun is a fast paced, pull you in, kind of story. The first sentence has your eyes widen in a "so, this is where we start," kind of glare. This is certainly a romance, and I thoroughly enjoyed it! It's my first time reading a romance where the woman in the relationship is older, and it did not disappoint. The story and characters were realistic, and the storyline kept me reading until I finished in one setting. A great, fast read that I highly recommend!
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2018
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    I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

    This was one smoking hot little read. Younger guy/ Older woman military storyline. Camilla Mandely, 40, is Battalion Commander Lieutenant, & about ready to retire. Gunner, 21, Army specialist, currently assigned to be deploy oversea. Steamy chemistry between Camilla and Gunner. There is a lot of heartbreak on his side as he tries to get her to see they belong together. Good story of love withstanding obstacles. This is a fast read but a good one with a great happily ever after.
    One person found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2018
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    Okay I haven't picked up such a fun read in ages. This is one of those stories you can devour in one sitting and you'll probably want to. I loved the attitude and voice of this author. You get exactly what it says on the cover- a sexy badass story. I can see I'm going to become addicted to these-- have already bought the next two in the series--so I do hope this author has plenty of them planned. Recommended for those that love sexy military romances and anyone that just enjoys a seriously sexy quickie.
    2 people found this helpful
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Top reviews from other countries

  • Suzanne
    5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating Story
    Reviewed in Australia on January 22, 2018
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    A captivating story that is quickly read. It is a fast paced military romance between an older woman, Camilla, and a younger man, Gunner with heartache and lots of twists and turns. It is a sexy hot, fun romance that is well written. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
  • MJM2003
    5.0 out of 5 stars Will Their Love Overcome Rules?
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 20, 2018
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    I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.  This is the first story that I've read about an older woman and younger man romance. It is also the first book that I've read by Dani Stowe but I know that she is one author that I will be looking out for new stories to read as this one is so well written. Camilla Mandely who is  Battalion Commander Lieutenant has just turned 40 and will be retiring soon as she is worried that she could be court martialed and sent to prison because she is having an affair with a subordinate - namely Gunner who is 21 years old and her driver.  She also doesn't want to destroy his career if they are found out.  But she hasn't appreciated just how deeply in love and how much he loves her.  She breaks up with him just as he's about to be deployed overseas but Gunner is nothing, if not determined, and he's determined that she is the One for him! When he returns none months later, he doesn't know whether she will be waiting for him.  Will there be heartbreak for these two lovers?  Dani Stowe writes with passion with a capital P and with these two lovers there is plenty of that.  But what is also so charming is the way they also cherish each other and are so loving which illustrates that this isn't just some fling between two people but a deep and profound love that could develop and grow into a lifelong story of lasting love. To find out, you're going to have to do what I did, get a copy of this story and enjoy the story by meeting the characters who are so well developed and discover if they get their own HEA,

    WARNING: This is a red HOT and steamy novel - have your fans at the ready to switch to maximum freeze to combat the steam ;)

    DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED
    P.S. Now looking to get book 2 in the series!!
    Big Gun (American Badass Book 1)
  • Kara Coens
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on June 22, 2018
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    This was such an awesome quick hot steamy sexy read!!! I loved Gunner and his alpha ways!
  • Chegz💕
    4.0 out of 5 stars Worthwhile read.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 19, 2018
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    This was a change for me as it’s an older woman younger man romance this couple were going to have a hard time from the start both in the military but she was his superior! Could they make it work or last? ... read to find out a worthwhile read.i received an arc of this book from booksprout and this is my book review.
  • seafrana
    5.0 out of 5 stars Review
    Reviewed in Canada on January 19, 2018
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    Refreshing and absolutely fun and enticing

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