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Rival Hero: A Redleg Security Novel (Redleg Security (Original Covers)) Paperback – July 27, 2023
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I only went into the bar to scope out my competition – him.
The scorching hot night that followed was a mutually pleasurable accident.
Of course I knew we were in the running for the same position.
It’s not my fault he didn’t know who I was.
Gathering intel is my specialty.
Maybe if he were better at it, he would have gotten the job instead of me.
I tried my hardest to resist our chemistry, but he was too damn hot.
Too charming. Too funny. Too masculine.
And he smelled so freaking good.
My hormones took over.
Now we're working together on the Redleg Security intelligence team.
Every day. High stress. Close quarters.
Sexual chemistry off the charts.
But he hates me.
The thing is… he should hate me.
I treated him like a pawn.
But he’s a real man with dreams, passion, and pain.
And I’ve never wanted someone as much as I want him.
But it’s too late for us.
I made us rivals when we could have been so much more.
Note: Rival Hero is Book 4 in the Redleg Security Series of steamy romantic suspense novels with romcom vibes. Each book in this series features a different couple complete with their happily ever after and is a "complete story" with no cliffhangers. The books are best read in order to avoid suspense-related plot spoilers since each book starts with a new couple right where the prior book ends. However, each book can be read on its own if you don't wish to read them all. Content warnings are available on the author's website.
This novel is written in alternating first person point of view and contains spicy scenes, a strong heroine who's a former CIA intelligence officer, a swoony former Army Ranger hero who will make you laugh one minute and swoon the next. There's page-turning action and all the feels, along with a healthy dose of humor. There is an HEA, no cheating, and no "other woman" drama.
NOTE: This is the same heart-pounding story on the inside as the discreet cover, but with the original swoony man on the cover. If you're looking for the ebook (included in Kindle Unlimited) or discreet paperback, scroll down below to view all the available formats.
- Print length472 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateJuly 27, 2023
- Dimensions6 x 1.18 x 9 inches
- ISBN-13979-8852750310
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Shop the other formats | Same action packed story in a beautiful discreet cover with interior chapter heading images | Standard paperback with regular interior | Available for instant download or read for FREE in KU | Listen to the audiobook narrated by Jason Clarke and Erin Mallon | Continue the series with Unexpected Hero (Redleg book 5) | Start the series with Heartbreak Hero (Redleg book 1) |
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- ASIN : B0CCXP39P1
- Publisher : Independently published
- Publication date : July 27, 2023
- Language : English
- Print length : 472 pages
- ISBN-13 : 979-8852750310
- Item Weight : 1.57 pounds
- Dimensions : 6 x 1.18 x 9 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #1,767,839 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #5,730 in Romantic Action & Adventure
- #6,998 in Enemies to Lovers Romance
- #7,315 in War & Military Action Fiction (Books)
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About the author

One day during the COVID quarantine (a.k.a. the dark time), Jackie was reading yet another laugh a minute rom-com by Lucy Score or Pippa Grant, and she thought to herself - hey, I can do that. And so, she did and it turned out even better than even she thought possible.
Jackie is a fresh face on the romance author scene destined to shake things up with her signature blend of light-hearted comedy, over the top characters and romantic heartwarming moments. A voracious romance reader herself, Jackie writes stories featuring the four S's: Snark, Swoons, Steam and Sarcasm. Her heroines are bad-ass and her heroes are easy on the eyes and heavy on the charm.
When she is not writing funny stories about swoony heroes and the women who get to play with them, she is reading all types of romance novels or taking care of her army of cats and her teenage son (who also speaks fluent sarcasm).
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- Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2024Format: PaperbackRival Hero is the fourth book in the Redleg Security Series by Jackie Walker. It is the story of Klein and Mia - One-night stand, enemies-to-lovers, and workplace romance.
Klein is former Special OPs turned security/bodyguard and IT for Redleg Security. Klein is eternally optimistic and always has a smile. He is the dutiful son who watches over his mother who suffers from dementia. Despite his “vanilla” vibes it turns out Klein is a cinnamon roll with a touch of dominant.
Mia is former CIA who is looking for a more stable job so that she might be in a position to reconnect with her estranged family without the threat of harm coming to them. As a result of past trauma, Mia has her heart locked up tight and does not trust easily. She has what she calls her “inner pimp” that she blames for her compulsive need to know everything and dig up personal information.
Klein is stunned when the woman he spent an unforgettable one-night stand with turns out to be the person who got the promotion he was so desperately relying on.
While Klein is filled with feelings of anger, and betrayal when he realizes that Mia had dug into his background and orchestrated their supposed initial “chance” meeting, he also cannot ignore his overwhelming pull toward Mia. Feeling the same undeniable chemistry with Klein, Mia is determined to repair the damage she has done. When she expresses her desire to prove herself to him, Klein challenges Mia to “earn” him.
At the heart of the story is the question of whether Mia can in fact earn the trust of Klein and also learn to open her heart to the possibility of love and whether Klein can trust that she has truly changed and allow himself to open up to her.
I have high expectations when it comes to a new book by Jackie Walker and this one did not disappoint. The story kept my attention throughout with its humor, steam, and touch of danger and mystery. The author handled the sensitive topics well. As an added bonus there were glimpses into Tomer’s story which left me anticipating the next book. I highly recommend it to anyone who appreciates a captivating story and a hard-earned HEA.
🎧AUDIOBOOK🎧
Having read the book I was skeptical that the audio would be able to live up to the book and accurately convey the humor, vulnerability, and steam. Well, I was proven wrong. Jason Clarke and Erin Mallon were masterful as Klein and Mia doing these scenes and the entire story justice. They succeeded in bringing these characters to life and conveying the essence of their personalities.
I highly recommend you read and listen!!
- Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2024Format: PaperbackNarrated by Jason Clarke and Erin Mallon
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Mia and Klein
• Co-Worker • Instant Connection • Cinnamon Roll • Spicy RomCom • Past Trauma • Aging Parent • Strong MFC
This is my first Jackie Walker book and I'm excited to read more from her! This is book #4 in the Redleg Security series. While I am excited read all the other books in this series, it was well written as a standalone. First, there are a few sensitive topics in this book. I applaud the author for handling them so very well, however I always say to check TW just in case.
The Narrators. WHOA. Jason Clark and Erin Mallon are always excellent picks, and in this listen, they knocked it out of the park. This book had so much of a range, from witty banter, silly teasing, and hot and spicy, they handled it all with perfection.
I love Mia's deep care for others. From helping clients, to watching out for others in the office, she cares about people deeply. She also has a sweet and sassy side that is so much fun.
Klein is a sweet and caring MMC who finds Mia brings out another side to him; the passion he feels when he is with her is like no other.
This book is on the long side, however it gave the story time to develop. There are lots of storylines moving through the book, and each have a critical piece of the puzzle to get to the HEA. I absolutely adore this audiobook!
I received a copy of the audio from Home Cooked Books and listened to it through BookFunnel. I am voluntarily leaving this honest review.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2023Format: PaperbackMia is insanely smart and fierce but also so quirky and I love her inner monologue with herself throughout he book. If I had the skills and energy she does, I’d want to satisfy my inner pimp too. Mia was so easy to fall for and relate to.
Cal is 100% the man we needed in this book. A stud who’s physically a badass and easy to look at that takes care of his I’ll mother baking pies and dancing 🥹 then sprinkle in a little of unearthed dom preferences **chefs kiss**. I can’t even begin to talk about how hot it was discovering dom Cal with him as the story went.
The instant lust Cal and Mia had for each other was so intense and I think was the perfect way to start their complicated relationship. I knew if it didn’t end well for them, I was going to be a very sad panda. But here I am happy as a clam that they get their HEA 🥰 There was also plenty of suspense, mystery, action and humor.
I was new to Jackie Walker coming into reading Rival Hero and I’m so glad I was able to get an ARC opportunity because I’m officially hooked! The rest of the Redleg series is officially in my TBR 💕
- Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2024Format: PaperbackKlein and Mia are by far my favorite couple in the redleg series. The heat between them damn it was intense soo good must read. I have a deep deep love for this book. I am always recommending it and I wish I could read it for the first time again it’s that imprinted in my head and heart. There is something about the sweetness in Klein and his affection for the well being of his mom that gets me. The way my sweet Klein wants to release the dark side in him but keeps bringing it back to hide it made the story so good. When he unleashed that side of him jesus it made the relationship between him and Mia so good. I love that she knows she own him and is willing to give in to him. These two are security gold. Klein potty mouth 🫠 . The narrator made these two come to life I have never wanted anything so good to end. I am definitely going to be listening to this audio books for months to come.