Synopsis
Home from their unexpected deployment, the former members of Marine Force Recon team Sidewinder rejoin their loved ones and try to pick up the pieces of the lives they were forced to leave behind. Ty Grady comes home to Zane Garrett, only to find that everything around him has changed—even the men he went to war with. He barely has time to adjust before his brother, Deuce, asks Ty to be his best man. But that isn’t all Deuce asks Ty to do, and Ty must call for backup to deal with the business issues of Deuce’s future father-in-law.
Nick O’Flaherty and Kelly Abbott join Ty and Zane at the wedding on an island in Scotland, thinking they’re there to assuage Deuce’s paranoia. But when bodies start dropping and boats start sinking, the four men get more involved with the festivities than they’d ever planned to.
With the clock ticking and the killer just as stuck on the isolated island as they are, Ty and Zane must navigate a veritable minefield of family, friends, and foes to stop the whole island from being destroyed.
Review
I enjoyed the latest book in the Cut & Run series. With that being said, there is an awful lot going on in this book, and the focus is not totally on Ty and Zane but is also shared by Nick and Kelly.
The story takes our group to Scotland for a wedding celebration. Much mystery occurs with lots of action. Of course my favorite parts of the book are the hot sexy times between Ty and Zane and the sometimes humorous banter between them. Abigail Roux writes some deliciously steamy scenes and I wanted more, more, more! All of the characters are well-developed and it seems like the focus might be on Nick and Kelly later.
If you like a lot of fast-paced action, a good mystery and some really, really hot Alpha guys, then you will love Ball & Chain. I absolutely love Abigail Roux’s wriritng style and look forward to reading many more of her books.
(ARC provided by the publisher in return for an honest review.)
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Ana Garcia says
It is always a pleasure to read a book of Abigail Roux. I am look forward to reading many more of her books too.
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Trix says
Thanks so much for the review!
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Krissy says
Abi Roux is always a favorite of mine and I can’t get enough Ty and Zane.
Amy Rickman says
I love this series, Ty and Zane forever.
Jen says
LOVE Ty and Zane and the C&R series. Still waiting to see if they will have the last half of the series in audiobook.
Leah K. says
Adore this series and the characters, and I loved Ball & Chain!
MM says
Love my boys.
Joana Aleixo says
My favorite series ever. I’m completely in love. Ty & Zane, Nick & Kelly are on my mind basically 24/7. Probably not healthy but I don’t care. I love them! <3 Ball & Chain was perfect. Can't wait for Cross & Crown!
Joana Aleixo says
My favorite series ever. I’m completely in love. Ty & Zane, Nick & Kelly are on my mind basically 24/7. Probably not healthy but I don’t care. I love them! <3 Ball & Chain was perfect. Can't wait for Cross & Crown! (¬‿¬)
Kirsty says
Love Ty and Zane, fantastic book! Perfect ending! 🙂
Amber Lewis says
Love her books
Ochie says
I’m a new fan of Abi and the series. Loved B&C and I loved all 4 of them.. 🙂
Ochie says
*love all 4 of them :p
Cindy says
I’ve NEVER stuck with. a series this long nor have I read Anything that is so detailed or consistant from book to book . I’m looking forward to the melee that is everybody in one place!
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Nice review
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Melanie Tye says
I loved this book. Yes it was crammed to the rafters with everything that was going on. I loved the fact Nick and Kelly were included in this as they are both big parts of Ty’s life. Abi is an amazing writer and everytime I re read I always find something new I missed
Brandy Gibson says
Sounds very interesting. Will definitely be looking into this series.
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Charlayne Denney says
I am totally in love with Ty & Zane, Kelly & Nick, the rest of Sidewinder, AND Abi Roux. I also appreciate the so-called Trolls of Riptide Publishing (you rock, even for trolls!)
This is a great addition to the series, if you’ve not read it, get it NOW and read it.
Nikki F says
So far I’m only up to Armed & Dangerous (which I’m loving!), but I’m looking forward to reading the entire series!
Sherry says
I have to say, this is not my favourite in the series, but I still like it and I can’t wait to read the next and sadly last C&R book in the series. I love Nick and Kelly and they were a great addition to this book, especially Nick who plays a huge role in Ty’s life. I’m happy Nick and Kelly have their own series now. And there might be a chance for Ty and Zane to make an appearance in the Sidewinder Series, so it’s a win-win.
Dean Elliott says
Just finished reading Ball and Chain by Abigail Roux. it had my at the get go. i cried, i laughed, it was scary and i loved it. i will read it many many times. i can’t wait for the next one, i will be waiting with baited breath. it was also fun for me to ring up my great nan and ask her how to pronounce hebrides (she’s from scotland).
Shoshana Carter says
What a great review! Abigail Roux has given us characters that have stolen our hearts and with each installment in the series we grow more attached. Ball & Chain did not disappoint and left me wondering where she would take us next.