The Takedown

by Carlie Walker

[Quirky Cat]

Book Summary:

Sydney Swift is an undercover CIA agent. As such, she has to make certain sacrifices in her life. Not getting to see her sister all that much, for example. Or not getting to make it home for the holidays. Or perhaps getting sent home to spy on her sister's new fiance.

Wait, what was that last one? This is the last job that Sydney could have ever wanted, and yet she's the only one in the CIA who can get close to Johnny Jones – the heir to an organized crime dynasty. All she has to do is navigate the holidays, get the intel, and hopefully not fall for the bodyguard.

My Review:

This may be the most fun I've had reading a book in a hot minute. The Takedown was exactly the book I needed when I needed it! (Side note: I read this book while recovering from Covid, so I did need a happy romance).

My only regret about reading The Takedown now is that I should have waited until Christmas. Given the setting, that would have felt appropriate. Still! It was a delight to read about Sydney and the challenges her work/family life dropped at her feet.

Speaking of Sydney, I love that this book lets her be kickass and stubborn. She's a tough heroine, and nothing is going to change that. Not even family drama, a holiday, or falling in love. Granted, at least two of those weren't planned.

I'm so happy I took the time to read The Takedown. Now, excuse me, I must follow Carlie Walker on Goodreads. Can't miss the next book!

Highlights:
Contemporary Romance
Undercover Shenanigans
Forced Proximity

Thanks to Berkley and #NetGalley for making this book available for review. All opinions expressed are my own.

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