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Mayhem's Warrior: Operation Mayhem, Book 1 Kindle Edition

by Lindsay Cross (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 577 ratings
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USA TODAY BESTSELLING author Lindsay Cross introduces Operation Mayhem. Thrills and action are on every turn of the page in the first book of the series. Packed with adventure, heat, and a slight paranormal twist, Mayhem’s Warrior is a dark romantic suspense novel readers will delightfully devour.


Captain T.K. Reaper only cares about his men; until he ends up falling for the one woman who can rescue his team.


Reaper has lived his entire life without love. Living on the edge with no fear, Reaper and his team volunteered for Project Mayhem— a top-secret experiment that uses a serum to enhance physical abilities in order to fight terrorism. Reaper believed the experiment would help save lives, but the serum only ends up taking them. Forced to go on the run, Reaper escapes the lab with his men, only to realize that they need the serum to survive. He has only one choice; return to the lab, and steal the source of the serum.


Caroline Cotter used to be a spoiled Senator’s daughter; now, she’s a victim. Kidnapped and held against her will to make the serum used for Project Mayhem, Caroline gives up hope of ever being free again… until Reaper enters, and frees her from her dark prison.


Yet the jungle outside is full of terrors, and government officials are hot on their tail. Reaper plans to keep the relationship between him and Caroline platonic, but undeniable attraction and explosive desire, coupled with Caroline’s adoration that he saved her from certain death, make it hard to resist the love story blossoming between them.


What will Reaper choose? His romance with Caroline, or the sacred vow he’s made to the brothers willing to die by his side?

"Oh I am so addicted to this series and can't wait to read more.
I am steadily working my way through this author's books and you should too." FIVE STAR REVIEW


"From the first chapter you are caught and do not want to put it down. Stayed up late reading it. Not sure what happens next, but you keep reading. Ready to see how the next book takes me." FIVE STAR REVIEW


"This is my first Lindsay Cross book and wow, I am blown away. The action is almost instantaneous and unrelenting. The plot is intriguing, suspenseful, and compelling. The characters are the driving force in this book. " FIVE STAR REVIEW


"Wow, what a start to this new series! I never thought anybody could take Merc's place in my heart and as my favorite Lindsay Cross book but Reaper?!?! Oh my gawd!! There is so much to Reaper! Ms. Cross wrote him so well that there were times in the book my chest actually hurt for him! And Caroline was way more kick butt than I ever pictured her to be. There is so much to this book - drama & suspense, hand holding romance and some pretty hot sex. This book really does have everything and you don't want to miss it." FIVE STAR REVIEW


"Another 5 Star Read!!! Wow, just wow!!! Get Ready for a ride, this story is a fast paced action packed book with real emotion. I am still trying to catch my breath. I loved Reaper and Caroline's story, it was so full of emotion and perfectly written. Lindsay Cross always turns out 5 star books that hits all the buttons." FIVE STAR REVIEW

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    Operation Mayhem
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    July 20 2017
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B073SP3S9M
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cypress Bend Publishing LLC; 1st edition (July 20 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2816 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 233 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 577 ratings

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Lindsay Cross is the USA Today Bestselling author of Men of Mercy, Operation Mayhem and Fury Security series. She is the fun loving mom of two beautiful daughters and one precocious Great Dane. Lindsay is happily married to the man of her dreams – a soldier and veteran. During one of her husband’s deployments from home, writing became her escape and motivation.

An avid reader since childhood, reading and writing is in her blood. After years of reading, she discovered her true passion – writing. Her alpha military men are damaged, drop-dead gorgeous and determined to win the heart of the woman of their dreams.

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deb
5.0 out of 5 stars Mayhem's Warrior by Lindsay Cross
Reviewed in Canada on November 18, 2017
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Another great story by Lindsay.
Reaper is looking for Caroline - she (her blood to be exact) holds the key to the serum he and his team need to survive.
He rescues her from the same facility his team were guinea pigs at, getting injured in the process. They are running from General Rainier (Caroline's former fiance) and his army of renegades. Reaper and Caroline are trying to evade the searchers, stay alive, and Reaper needs to get the next dose of serum to his team. Caroline doesn't realize Reaper's plans. She thinks he was sent by her father to rescue her.
Good drama, great read.
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Jcbecky
4.0 out of 5 stars Amazing start to series
Reviewed in Canada on July 21, 2017
Caroline!!! Who hoo, I have been waiting for her story and to find out what happened to her.
The story line is super engaging and Reaper and his team are going through so much and will offer up some awesome stories.
This is another excellent book that is related to Men of Mercy but stands perfectly and separately on its own.

I received an ARC.
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Paula Pike
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome!
Reviewed in Canada on May 7, 2018
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Because I received this book on a giveaway, this is the first book in this series that I’ve read, and it’s almost the last in the series. Lol. I loved it so much, i’m now going back to the beginning of the series to get caught up. I love a good military type story, and adding two damaged souls finding true love just tops the cake!
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Osgoode4
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Hit!
Reviewed in Canada on July 24, 2017
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Non Stop Action. Great book, great characters. Just when I thought the story was over, there's another snag, and more drama for the characters. You can see the strength in Caroline and her journey becoming so much stronger as a person. Loved it.
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Michelle Daly
3.0 out of 5 stars Good read.
Reviewed in Canada on July 25, 2017
I loved the over all story of this book and the characters were fun, and fun to read. The only trouble I had was with some of the back story, I felt like I was missing something. Good news was that it wasn't essential to the main story line so it wasn't so bad. I am looking forward to the next one :)
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Karen
5.0 out of 5 stars Men of Mercy
Reviewed in Canada on October 14, 2017
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This series of books are definitely worth the read. Theses warriors are bound to each other and others to make the 12 books exceptional
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Karen henderson
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Reviewed in Canada on October 14, 2019
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Awesome read love the story between Reaper and Caroline how love won win the end can't wait read the next book .
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Steamy book momma
5.0 out of 5 stars Suspenseful Military Romance
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2019
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This is the first book I have read by Lindsay. This book took a bit to get into but I loved it. It is a military book but not one like have read before. Reaper and his team were part of a special government project. They were supposed to get faster, smarter, stronger. All in the hope of being able to protect and serve their country. But that isn’t what happened. Yes, they got smarter, stronger, and faster but they received other things as well. Some things that weren’t so great. They were also pawns in someone else’s plans. Caroline was also a pawn in the same game. Her blood was the key. Reaper frees Caroline but neither expected the things that happen. I loved this book so much. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series. This book has romance, danger, steamy moments, and so much more. Lindsay did a fantastic job. I look forward to reading more of her books in the future.
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Samantha Jayne
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 10, 2019
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I loved Caroline, I was glad when I learned she had her own story especially when it didn’t exactly resolve in Mercy and Mayhem but set up for its own series which begins with this book. I really felt for her and everything that she had been through yet she was willing to put the last little bit of trust in Reaper which I felt they were adorably cute together.

Reaper, I loved his character, he was willing to risk everything to try and get this serum which also included rescuing Caroline. I loved how their connection built over time. I also loved that when he did finally develop and listen to the feelings he had for her, he was willing to risk the life of his team to make sure she was safe. Also that she was never used a test subject again.

I loved the action in this book, I also loved the connection that these two characters had. I fell in love with their relationship.

Like the other books Lindsay Cross writes there is an overall arc for the books and I loved it, I cannot wait to read the rest of the books and found out about the serum and whether they can survive or not. The book has an amazing plot. I loved it.

This story was extremely intense and it worked really well. I fell in love with the story and characters and I really can’t wait to see what happens with this series. Lindsay Cross is amazing and I have no idea what I’m going to do when I run out of books of hers because I am addicted.
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Annette
5.0 out of 5 stars Gripping Military Suspense!
Reviewed in Australia on February 28, 2019
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I purchased the 3 book box set for this series and decided to review the individual books as well.
Gripping Military Suspense! Reaper has tracked Caroline down to the bunker where they kept his team of elite Special Forces soldiers. His plan is to rescue Caroline and retrieve the remaining serum that his men need to survive. He also plans to use Caroline to make this happen. When danger threatens them both, will they survive? Will Reaper realise that his unexpected feelings for Caroline will change his mission, or is he determined to take advantage of her regardless? This is a fast paced, action packed story filled with suspense, intrigue, lies, secrets, drama and romance that keeps you on the edge of your seat. I really loved this book.
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kai
4.0 out of 5 stars full of action, drama, tension, and romance
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2017
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New Author, first time reading her work. The book was definitely full of action, drama, tension, and romance. Capt.. Reaper and Caroline Cotter have had their existence turned upside down by the powers that be, at Project Mayhem. A fast moving romantic adventure, unfolds as they make hard choices. that will effect not just them. The chemistry between the characters was electric. I enjoyed the book which is written as a stand alone, but believe I would benefit from reading previous entries in the series to enhance my reading experience.

I read an ARC of this book
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4.0 out of 5 stars Wow! Lindsay just keeps delivering!!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 13, 2017
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Love this series! The characters all weave together with a convoluted plot of intrigue, suspense, action and passion. A great story that manages to keep the reader engaged well into the early hours of the morning!!
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