"Strong love story using good-cop/bad-cop scenario."

Bobby Holloran is a detective for the First District of New Orleans. He has a reputation for not always following the book and being a big risk-taker. Good-looking, quick-witted and oozing with charm, he's never had a problem impressing the ladies on (or off) duty. Until now.

Emma Frey, on the job for only two weeks, has just been given her first case as primary detective, with Bobby as her partner. And she's not impressed. After a bad experience at her last job, she knows that a cop who doesn't follow the rules is not someone she wants to get involved with, even if she finds him easy on the eyes. It gets more difficult as he's constantly stealing a quick glance or a slight touch. But after being told of the office betting pool as to how long it will take Bobby to get her into bed, Emma tries to stay away. Following an undercover job, Bobby and Emma discover how attracted they really are to each other.

Just as Bobby and Emma start to fall in love and agree to date like normal people, a possibly fatal bullet to Bobby's femoral artery may kill him. Emma's quick thinking and determination to finish what they started may be the only thing that saves his life.

This story portrays how and why some law enforcement officers succumb to burnout, the emotional ups and downs of the job, what they may feel regarding their cases and their relationships with coworkers. Incorporating a good-cop/bad- cop scenario into a strong love story make this book all the better and more exciting to read.

Reviewed by Tammie Ard
Courtesy Old Book Barn Gazette
Posted August 19, 2003

Summary

Breaking All The Rules Sexy and smart, Emma Frey is a by-the-books cop who knows there are certain men she should avoid -- and "bad boy" detective Bobby Halloran is a prime example. But now she's been teamed up with the legendary heartbreaker, and everyone in the station house is making bets on how long Emma will be able to resist him. With Bobby turning on the charm -- and flashing his knees- weakening, million-dollar smile -- it's going to be hard for Emma to keep her mind on the job. Despite his reputation, Bobby's got a heart of gold to go with his lady-killer looks. And when things start to get red hot on the mean New Orleans streets, the unwavering devotion and surprising tenderness of her delectable partner soon have Emma's head spinning. She has always lived by the rules, but some rules were meant to be broken. And though it could cost them both their badges -- or worse -- Emma can't help wondering if it might be worth risking everything for one sweet taste of off-duty passion . . .