When You Dare by Lori Foster (Men Who Walk the Edge of Honor #1)
Romantic Suspense
April 26, 2011
Paperback
HQN Books
Reviewed by Mandi
When you Dare is the first book I have read by Lori Foster and also the first in a new series. We are introduced to the super sexy, majorly alpha Dare Macintosh. Smexy approves.
Dare has made his living rescuing women who have been kidnapped by human traffickers. Dare has helped many and made a lot of money and is now winding down his career. That is until a good friend of his is kidnapped and taken to Tijuana. During her rescue he finds Molly Alexander among the women caged, abused and half starved. After he gets his friend to safety, he realizes Molly’s kidnapping is different. She isn’t the beautiful, young girl that are normally sold by white slavers. There is another reason she was taken, and he wants to get to the bottom of it.
Molly is a popular author, who lives a quiet life in Ohio. Waking up from nine days of pure horror, she finds comfort and safety with Dare. Even though he has such a large presence and a violent edge, she trusts him immediately. Dare promises to keep her safe until he can uncover who is after her.
I’ll be honest and say the cover totally drew me to this book. Hello hot man chest and big gun. And Dare definitely does this cover justice. He leads a very rigid, strict life. He expects perfection and 100% effort from those around him. When Molly comes into the picture, his overprotectiveness goes into full throttle. Although this book is a romantic suspense, there is not a ton of action. Yet, with Dare’s personality, it felt like there was more suspense than there really was. He is always on edge and always prepared. He is so overly cautious and just a bad ass. I think he is a really well done alpha male.
Which then leads me to Molly. I had a very hard time liking her and it is hard for me to pinpoint exactly why. I like that she is more on the plain side and lacks confidence with her appearance after nine days of being beaten. But for most of the book I didn’t connect with her. She comes across as a little too perfect. I would classify her as a Mary Sue heroine. She just acts too perfect in every situation and it really grated on my nerves. Dare sees her as this strong, proud woman and this really attracts her to him. But I had a hard time seeing that. Everything is just wrapped up too nice and tidy with her and I just didn’t like her.
Although I didn’t like Molly, the story entertained me and I enjoyed Dare. I’ll be checking out more from Lori Foster.
Rating: B-
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I have one copy of When You Dare to giveaway today! To enter, just leave a comment.
Open to US/Canada through April 29th.
April 26, 2011 at 7:54 am
I have to be totally honest here. I would get this book whether the review was good or not. That cover is all the incentive I need. LOL
Thanks for the great giveaway!
user1123 AT comcast DOT net
April 26, 2011 at 8:05 am
I LOVE the cover, I would read it just for that as well!!!
April 26, 2011 at 8:26 am
Sounds like something I would enjoy! Thanks for the giveaway!
throuthehaze at gmail dot com
April 26, 2011 at 8:34 am
I think my favorite LF books are still ‘Too Much Temptation’ and ‘Never Too Much’. She usually has a good story in the Bad Boys anthologies, too.
~Lindy
April 26, 2011 at 8:36 am
I have been waiting for Lori’s new series. She hasn’t disappointed me yet.
April 26, 2011 at 8:37 am
I am such a Lori Foster fan and I’ve been anticipating her new release! This one sounds like a steamy thrill, so I can’t wait to read it!
April 26, 2011 at 8:38 am
Can’t wait to read it!!!!!!!!!!! Hot cover and hot story!
leanne_gag[at]hotmail[dot]com
April 26, 2011 at 8:41 am
I love love love Lori Foster’s books! She is the best!!
April 26, 2011 at 8:46 am
I have read several other books from Lori Foster and have not been disappointed yet.
April 26, 2011 at 8:50 am
I would buy this book even if it got terrible reviews… Lori is one of my favorite authors and I have read everything of hers. Thanks for a chance to win.
April 26, 2011 at 8:53 am
I am a huge Lori Foster Fan and have been looking forward to the new series. But like some of the above ladies have said even if the review wasn’t good I still would have bought the book just for the cover alone!!! Thank you for a chance to win.
April 26, 2011 at 8:58 am
I love Lori Foster and would love to win this! Count me in!
April 26, 2011 at 8:59 am
Thanks for the giveaway! I would love to read this
Katie
Kaoutlaw AT comcast DOT net
April 26, 2011 at 9:00 am
Hot crap that cover is hot! Thanks for the giveaway!!!
April 26, 2011 at 9:02 am
This sounds like an interesting series and what a great cover. I’d still like to check it out.. Thanks for the giveaway.
rjofus AT gmail DOT com
April 26, 2011 at 9:08 am
I am a big fan of Lori Foster. I have never been disappointed in any of her books that I have read. I am looking forward to this new series. Great cover too. You should go to Lori’s website for a video for the new series talk about hot….You will watch it a million times. Thanks for the giveaway.
April 26, 2011 at 9:23 am
I have been waiting for this book forever! I can’t wait to read it. Lori Foster is an amazing author. I have read every one of her books & will continue to read them as long as she’s writing. I’ve never been disappointed with any of Lori’s books. I have a feeling WHEN YOU DARE will be a new favorite! The more “alpha” the hero is, the more I love him!
April 26, 2011 at 9:29 am
Yummy cover but perfect heroine? Tres annoying.
April 26, 2011 at 9:59 am
For the cover alone I would read the book…But I also happen to like Lori Foster so I would read the book even if Mr Hottness wasn’t on the cover.
April 26, 2011 at 9:59 am
Thanks for the giveaway! Cannot wait for this series to hit the shelves!
April 26, 2011 at 10:07 am
What a wonderful giveaway! I love Foster I hope I win!
April 26, 2011 at 10:07 am
I’ve never read any Lori Foster books but I know there’s a well-publicised rant about bad reviews in this novel which makes the FMC look even more of a Mary-Sue. When you look at what recently happened with Foster’s previous novel and the reader-reaction to it, you have to wonder…
April 26, 2011 at 10:08 am
That cover alone is HAWT!! I’m excited for this giveaway.
April 26, 2011 at 10:23 am
I’ve been wanting to try one of Lori Foster’s books for awhile now. It would be great to win this one!
April 26, 2011 at 10:33 am
That cover is amazing. Big round of applause from this peanut gallery!
April 26, 2011 at 10:48 am
I’ve read Lori Foster before and enjoyed her stuff. I don’t follow her, but I think it’s been a while since she’s released a “new” book and not just a re-release-probably since her SBC series. I agree cover is hot!
April 26, 2011 at 10:55 am
I am a huge fan of Lori’s books and have been waiting to read this series! Thanks for the chance to win it!
April 26, 2011 at 11:05 am
Always looking for a new author and series to fall in love with! And, like others have said
The cover isn’t bad!!
April 26, 2011 at 11:06 am
I’ve never read Lori Foster. Looking forward to trying her out.
April 26, 2011 at 11:11 am
Definitely a hot cover! Please count me in.
April 26, 2011 at 11:15 am
Thanks for the review and giveaway!!
April 26, 2011 at 11:29 am
I love lori’s books and will read regardless of any reviews. Susie my favorite author!
April 26, 2011 at 11:29 am
I love lori’s books and will read regardless of any reviews. Susie my favorite author!
April 26, 2011 at 11:43 am
I love Lori’s books and having been waiting for this one to come out. She is one of my favorite author’s some of her books will make me laugh out loud. I’ve reread some of her books more than once because they are so intertaining.
April 26, 2011 at 11:43 am
I’ve been waiting for this series. The excerpts and book trailer instantly caught my attention.
lenikaye@yahoo.com
April 26, 2011 at 11:47 am
The story sounds great. For some reason, I’m drawn to the subject of human trafficking. Lori is a new author for me and, yeah, the cover got my attention.
April 26, 2011 at 12:07 pm
Sounds great, count me in too.
April 26, 2011 at 12:34 pm
I’ve read practically the majority of her books. Can’t wait to read this one too. Am a huge fan of Lori Foster. Great review. Thanks for an awesome giveaway!:)
April 26, 2011 at 12:43 pm
Eeeek, Mary Sue Heroine, oh I would have a hard time connecting then too. But perhaps I would get over it in the end
April 26, 2011 at 12:45 pm
I like Lori Foster’s books and would enjoy reading this one. Thanks for the giveaway.
April 26, 2011 at 12:48 pm
I am a huge fan Lori Foster! Her books are on my keeper shelf – can’t wait to get this one, it sounds great!
April 26, 2011 at 12:51 pm
I totally agree with your review. Dare was super sexy alpha male that can rescue me anytime. I didn’t care for Molly though. I wanted her to react at some point and she just never really did. Nice review Mandi.
April 26, 2011 at 1:37 pm
This book sounds awesome!!
April 26, 2011 at 1:39 pm
Sounds great. I enjoy her books. Thanks for the chance!
bacchus76 at myself dot com
April 26, 2011 at 1:49 pm
Always loved Lori’s books, so surprised at the lower rating. But maybe will agree once I’ve read it, too.
April 26, 2011 at 2:34 pm
Every Lori Foster book I’ve read so far has exceeded my expectations and left me wanting to read more!! Can’t wait to read this one too!!!
April 26, 2011 at 3:03 pm
I love Lori’s books and have been waiting patiently for this to come out… it would be awesome to win a copy!
April 26, 2011 at 3:13 pm
This book looks like a great start to a great new series. I haven’t really read much from Lori in the past but this book has definitely caught my interest. Thanks for the giveaway.
April 26, 2011 at 3:28 pm
I have not read any Lori Foster books but this sounds like a great new series. And of course, the very hot cover definately gets my attention. Thank you for the giveaway
manning_j2004 at yahoo dot com
April 26, 2011 at 4:08 pm
Sounds great. I like Lori Foster’s writing. Thanks for the giveaway.
Crystal816[at}hotmail[dot}com
April 26, 2011 at 4:39 pm
This sounds great. Count me in. Thanks for the giveaway.
forwhlz at gmail dot com
April 26, 2011 at 5:19 pm
I love Lori foster books!
April 26, 2011 at 5:43 pm
This is on my wishlist! I love Lori Foster!
April 26, 2011 at 6:05 pm
I love everything Lori Foster has written. I look forward to reading this one!
April 26, 2011 at 6:26 pm
I’m really looking forward to this new series by Lori Foster especially romantic suspense elements. Plus, the cover is drool worthy!
April 26, 2011 at 6:26 pm
Lori is an auto buy for me. Can’t wait to read this book =)
April 26, 2011 at 6:59 pm
Thanks so much for doing the giveaway!
April 26, 2011 at 7:20 pm
I love Lori Foster’s books. I am never disappointed.
April 26, 2011 at 7:24 pm
Great giveaway! Please count me in.
April 26, 2011 at 7:27 pm
Love Lori Foster. This cover is one of the more awesome ones out there right now though right?? Someone deserves a pat on the back for this one for sure lol
Lisa B
modokker at yahoo dot com
April 26, 2011 at 7:27 pm
Ohhhh! This sounds good. I’ve never read a book by this author, but definitely count me in!
April 26, 2011 at 7:43 pm
I love Lori’s books. Thanks for offering up her latest.
April 26, 2011 at 7:57 pm
I love Lori Foster’s books and the cover on this is just drool worthy! I’m looking forward to reading this book/series ..
April 26, 2011 at 7:58 pm
I dare!
This sounds good. Thanks for the review and giveaway!
April 26, 2011 at 8:08 pm
Can’t wait to read this book!!! I have always enjoyed all of your books!!
April 26, 2011 at 8:08 pm
I’m a huge fan of Lori’s ‘SBC’ series& the females in that series are well written(although I had trouble getting used to My Man Michael) I definately want to read the new book (& def. love to win since I’m notoriously broke w/two teenagers-lol!*sniff-sniff*) Always appreciate/like the honesty in your reviews too-it helps me prioritize my ‘to buy’ list! Ok enough a** kissing&whining! Thx! =)
April 26, 2011 at 8:11 pm
Absolutely love Lori Foster’s work!!!
April 26, 2011 at 8:41 pm
I love reading Lori Foster’s books!!! I can’t wait to read this one!!!
April 26, 2011 at 8:52 pm
I will say, they sucker me in with the cover alone. I have not read a lot of Lori Foster. But this could be a great series. It could also be predictable and boring very easily. So I will have to wait and see. But I will certainly get this book. Whether it is a win or buy. But the rest of the series…..we must wait and see!
April 26, 2011 at 9:21 pm
The cover also drew me to this book! The man’s chest is so yummy-looking. I would love to read When You Dare!
April 26, 2011 at 9:51 pm
This one sounds awesome, can’t wait to read it. I love Lori Foster!
April 26, 2011 at 10:04 pm
I love Lori’s books!
jcross719 at yahoo dot com
April 26, 2011 at 10:16 pm
Great review, Mandi. I’m not a fan of Mary Sue heroines, but this hero sounds quite intriguing and I like the thought of him always being on alert. I might have to give it a shot!
April 26, 2011 at 10:27 pm
That is one hot cover. I have not read any of Lori’s work, but I’m a sucker for a nice chest and packing heat.
April 26, 2011 at 11:11 pm
I am so excited about this book and can’t wait to read it. Great review btw
April 26, 2011 at 11:33 pm
M-m-m-m-m!!! My! My! My! Yum! Yum! Yum! and with a name like DARE? M-m-m-m!!!! Even with the so-so review, it will be in my hands sooner than later!
April 27, 2011 at 1:10 am
Lori Foster is one of those authors that I will buy immediately when I’m at a bookstore without reading the back, because I know she will deliver!!!!
April 27, 2011 at 4:25 am
Lovely review Mandi – thank you! Hmmm. Perfect heroines are so not for me. Good to know
And please don’t include me in the giveaway
April 27, 2011 at 4:31 am
I am excited to read this new LF series–she’s a favorite author of mine, for sure!
April 27, 2011 at 7:49 am
I always enjoy her books. I cannot wait for this one.
April 27, 2011 at 7:51 am
I enjoy reading anything form her. I cannot wait to go get this book.
April 27, 2011 at 10:39 am
I have not read any of Lori Foster’s books yet, but this sounds like a very interesting story and the cover picture just makes you want to read it all the more.
April 27, 2011 at 11:14 am
I love me some Lori Foster so please sign me up! Thanks for the giveaway.
April 27, 2011 at 11:15 am
I have read just about every Lori Foster book out there and I love them all! I can’t wait to read this one
She also always has the best covers to her books and this one does not disappoint!
April 27, 2011 at 1:59 pm
Love the cover; book sounds great! Count me in.
April 27, 2011 at 3:46 pm
Please included in this giveaway!
April 27, 2011 at 8:02 pm
Great review. I love this cover and want this book soooo bad!
hangingwithbells@gmail.com
April 27, 2011 at 8:06 pm
I’d love to win this.Please count me in.
Great review.
April 28, 2011 at 12:51 am
The plot interests me, so I’d love to win a copy.
April 28, 2011 at 1:45 am
I have been looking forward to this book for months!! The cover is gorgeous and the plot sounds so good.
April 28, 2011 at 7:33 pm
I would love to read this book. Lori’s books are fantastic!!!!!
April 28, 2011 at 8:48 pm
I agree — all I need is the cover!
meredithfl at gmail dot com
April 28, 2011 at 10:35 pm
The cover totally drew me in too! Now I wanna read it, thanks for the giveaway
chibipooh(at)gmail(dot)com
April 29, 2011 at 10:04 am
Thanks for the giveaway!