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Trouble After Dark (Gansett Island Series Book 21) Kindle Edition

by Marie Force (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 2,466 ratings
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Find out why more than 5 million readers have landed on Gansett Island and never want to leave!

The last place in the world he wants to be is on Gansett Island…

Deacon Taylor stepped up for a friend and got himself thrown in jail, and when he’s given a choice of felony charges or leaving town with his police chief brother Blaine, he chooses the latter, consigning himself to a summer under his annoying older brother’s supervision.

Julia Lawry used the last of her resources to come to Gansett for her sister Katie’s wedding and has no idea how she’s going to get back to Texas to clean up the mess she left behind. Another relationship has ended in dramatic fashion, and she’s put herself on a “dick diet,” swearing off men who use and discard her.

When Deacon talks Julia into taking off with him during her sister’s wedding, neither of them can know how that wild ride on his motorcycle will be the start of the most important journey either of them will ever take.

Another summer on Gansett Island is heating up, and love is in the air!

"No one tells a love story like Marie Force or makes characters come alive for the readers. She has an incredible ability to pull you into the story and long after you finish the book the scenes still play out in your head and your heart. The McCarthys of Gansett Island sets a very high standard for all other series." Desiree Holt, author of the Phoenix Agency and Naked Cowboys series
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"Another 5 star read by Marie......Marie is an author that never disappoints." --5 stars from Cindy Pearson on Goodreads

"I love when I get to return to Gansett Island, it is like coming home! We get to catch up on the characters, meet new ones and fall in love with their story!" --5 stars from Sharon Rudolf on Goodreads

"Marie Force takes you on adventures with her stories, and... makes you feel like you're part of everything that goes on there and makes you fall I love with her characters." --5 stars from Emma on Goodreads

"I was hooked throughout, and can't wait for my next visit in 2020!!" --5 stars from Mags on Goodreads

About the Author

Joan Delaware is a New York-based actor who, when not performing in film or television, lends her warm voice to audiobooks. Most notably, she has narrated ten books for New York Times bestselling romance author Marie Force.

Marie Force is a New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of contemporary romance, romantic suspense, and erotic romance. Her series include Gansett Island, Fatal, Treading Water, Butler Vermont, Quantum, and Miami Nights. Her books have sold more than ten million copies worldwide, have been translated into more than a dozen languages, and have appeared on the New York Times bestseller more than thirty times. For more information, visit MarieForce.com.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07YYRKZLY
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HTJB, Inc. (December 24, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 24, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2175 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 300 pages
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Marie Force is a New York Times, USA Today, and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author of contemporary romance, romantic suspense, and erotic romance. Her series include Gansett Island, Fatal, First Family, Wild Widows, Treading Water, Butler Vermont, Quantum and Miami Nights. Her books have sold more than twelve million copies worldwide, have been translated into more than a dozen languages, and have appeared on the New York Times bestseller list more than thirty times. She lives in Rhode Island with her husband of 30 years as well as two dogs and is the mother of two adult “kids.” who are frequently home to visit, one of them bringing a granddog with her. For more information, visit MarieForce.com.

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Lisa D. Gibbs
5.0 out of 5 stars Trouble isn't always what it seems
Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2019
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Deacon Taylor has been forced into a summer back on Gansette Island after helping a friend that ended in a bar fight and possible charges. His brother Blaine bails him out yet again after bailing him out of scrapes during his teen years. Blaine is done with Deacon and it shows in how he treats his brother.

Julia Lawry came to Gansette for her twin sister wedding but what no one knew was that she was broke and broken down. Julia see Deacon first at the clinic when Fin and Chole were there and then when he crashes Shane and Katie's wedding. There is just something about the sad and vulnerable Julia that draws her to him.

Julia is afraid to trust men after what is what a repeated pattern in her life. She swears off of men and their anatomy but Deacon just might be the man that she needs to help her her heart and her soul. She has issues that rear their ugly heads at times of stress. Everyone is worried about her.

This story is sweet and Deacon and Julia are wonderful together. Julia is strong after having gone through her tormented childhood but she didn't come away unscathed. Deacon sees her for who she really is and not just the beauty she is on the outside. Although Deacon doesn't want an entanglement anymore than Julia does. Her mom, Sarah, steers them towards each other because she has a huge respect for Blaine Taylor and Deacon is a Taylor after all, even if his brother doesn't see him that way. He has the protective gene that Blaine has. Deacon seems to know what Julia needs and little by little he shows her how trust and real love can affect and help heal a wounded soul.

Cindy Lawry has also moved to Gansette so I wonder if her story will be far away, perhaps she and Linc from Jenny and Alex's story will hit it off. Hmm.

Loved this story and the fact that the characters are not perfect, they are flawed and Ms. Force does her research when writing about social issues. I can't wait to find out what happens next on the Island as it seems like half the Island is pregnant!
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Ksd
5.0 out of 5 stars The best kind of trouble leads to another love match for this magical Island
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2023
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Trouble After Dark (Gansett Island Book 21) by Marie Force brings unexpected, but much needed healing through a friends that evolves into love. Julia is determined to take a break from men, maybe forever, much to Deacon’s amusement. For Deacon, he has returned to Gansett Island under duress! He has absolutely desire to be here, but Julia just might make it all worth while.
This couple have issues to work through and their friendship helps. Added bonus is the simmering slow burn chemistry that rises to the surface and becomes unavoidable. Then there’s Puppy Pupwell. This little guy Deacon and Julia save from the pond adds another filament to their growing connection.
Overall, while Deacon and Julia are forging ahead and falling in love, life on Gansett and all it’s beloved characters continues to move forward and I adore catching up with every one of them. There really is nothing like returning to a place that feels like home to make this and every book in the series a very, very enjoyable read!
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CINDY F.
5.0 out of 5 stars Feels like I just came home again.
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2019
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Marie Force has done it once again. This series is one of the best I've ever read. The characters feels so real, almost like you've known them all your life. Everytime we take a trip back, it feels like coming home again. We not only get to know new people who've arrived on this magical Island, but we get to catch up with so many of our favorite couples from the past. Of course my #1 favorite couple will always be Mac & Maddie, since they are the ones who started off this whole wonderful & magical journey.

This time the story revolves Deacon (Blaine's younger brother) & Julia ( Sister to Owen & twin sister Katie). These two had a undeniable chemistry from the first moment they met, and it only grew stronger with each passing day. Both were suffering from their own past's in one way or another, but together they were able to find a way to support each other, and leave the hurt and betrayal behind enough to find their own HEA.

Love this series so much, and would be devastated to see it end anytime soon.
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Mary Lou
4.0 out of 5 stars Love the series
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2020
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I have thoroughly enjoyed the Gansett Island series.
If you enjoy the series, keep on reading. You will not
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Carly
5.0 out of 5 stars And we're back!
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2020
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I get exited when I see a new Gansett Island Book! This is probably the longest series I have ever read and I grew up reading Nancy Drew and the Babysitter's club series. This is a great soap series minus the implausible and outlandish story lines and plots twist. What I love about this series is the fact you get see couples grow and evolve past the original Happily ever after. You get to see how real life comes to play and love can still prevail.
Now to the story at hand. We were briefly introduced to Julia , Maid of honor and twin sister to Katie Lawry. After a string of horrible relationship along with the effects of growing up with a abusive father, Julia gives up on men . However, Deacon changes all of that in a matter of a few days. What I really enjoyed about this book is how the author tackle real life problems such as anxiety, depression, emotional abuse and eating disorders. What I appreciated was how the author portrayed healthy relationships in midst of health problems .
This book was lots of fun and a sweet read. I most definitely recommend!
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Andie Alessandra
5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous Read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 28, 2022
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I thoroughly enjoy this series and always love returning to Gansett Island. The characters are brilliant and I particularly loved that this book had links to the songs they were playing or singing so you could listen along.

Julia and Deacon’s story was so sweet and fulfilling and finally seeing Erin and Slim married was special.

Can’t recommend this series enough.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!
Reviewed in Canada on December 25, 2019
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As usual Marie Force has written another fantastic story for her Gansett series. This book had me enthralled from the first word. I am so glad to know another book is in the works but it's a long wait till June.

Thank you so much for all the wcrk you do to give us a great read.
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J.B.
5.0 out of 5 stars The series that never gets boring:)
Reviewed in Germany on March 2, 2020
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It is always great to travel to Gansett Island.
Even after so many books, I can't get enough of them!
And at the end of the book, anticipation awaits the next stories from Gansett!
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Julia J Abrahams
5.0 out of 5 stars Strength is in you
Reviewed in Australia on December 27, 2019
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Bringing to light not only the physical abuse, but emotional abuse which can lead to many disorders is not easy to overcome, Marie you have written a story which will and may have touched a lot of people. Thank you. And once again Mac, what can I say about Mac...
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Marie P
5.0 out of 5 stars They had a baby....and he hadn't even kissed her yet!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 26, 2019
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Being able to visit Gansett Island on Christmas Day was such a lovely Christmas gift from Ms Force!
Not only do we get to catch up with all our favourite Island residents but we get to meet two amazing new Islanders. Deacon is fantastic! He melted my heart so many times as he falls for Julia, he is hilarious, with an amazing personality and a number of lines will have you handing your heart over willingly. He may appear to be Blaine's opposite but they are both growly, Alpha protectors...hot, sexy, dirty protectors!
Julia is amazing, she may be reeling from a bad break up, losing her job and be emotionally fragile but she is not totally broken, she just has a suitcase full of drama! Determined to put her life back together and build herself a future, it is a pleasure to see her grow and flourish under Deacon's love and care.
As usual this visit to Gansett is packed full of drama, love, interfering relatives, surprises, babies, puppies and more! I loved it!
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