Return to Zero

Shatterproof Bond, Book 3

By: Isobel Starling

Narrated by: Gary Furlong

The thrilling sequel to As You Wish and Illuminate the Shadows.

Pulled into a world of secrets and lies for the man he loves, Declan Ramsay's life has changed immeasurably in the eight months since meeting, and falling for his boss's son, Sam Aiken. Declan journey of personal discovery is about to take a darker turn, and for Sam, the world becomes more treacherous than he could ever have imagined.

Two agents are missing - presumed dead, while on a reconnaissance mission at an outdoor adventure centre in the Scottish Highlands. Sir James Aiken sends his son and Declan to follow the trail, and discover the fate of the agents.

As the mission offers his first chance to use the skills he learned on the MI6 training course in Morocco, Declan is keen to get started. However, Sir James sees to it that the seeds of doubt and discord have been sewn between the couple as they begin their mission.

The journey to their Highland location, and the discoveries they make when they reach the G'wan Adventures center, prove that Sir James Aiken has been less than honest with his son. Events in the Highlands force Sam and Declan to face their greatest fears, and understand what they both really want from life - and from each other.

©2016 Isobel Starling (P)2017 Isobel Starling

Another amazing listen!!

This story just gets better and better! I just love all the suspense. It just made keep on listening. Gary Furlong does another amazing job with this series. I just could listen to his voice all day. Love it!

So much better than book 1 or 2

Have to admit I was shocked in the difference in the writing of this book and book 1 and 2. There was no time gaps and from the beginning to the end you was on a trip of your life and you was able to see the feelings Declan and Sam grow thru good times and bad.
The storyline seem more at ease and not rushed as if you was part of the story not a person just listening to the story. Again the narrator was splendid and his ability to carry and bring each ever character alive and never miss the right type or expression of these characters. By the end you felt you knew the characters so much better and you was part of their lives.

Return to Zero

Another excellent story by Isobel Starling. This one has everything I've come to expect from this author, with more suspense than the first two. This only makes book 3 more exciting!

Gary Furlong's narration breathes life into story already full of life. That makes for an excellent audible

Be Careful What You Wish For

Was so anxious to start this book after finishing book 2. Again I want to note the superiority of the author an the narrator. This book was action packed and the pace of the story seemed to be at full throttle. There were more accents in this story for Gary to do and he was masterful with them all. As mentioned by other reviewers this book was a lot darker. Declan has been highly successful in his MI6 training and he is itching to get to work. If he knew what was coming he would not have been so anxious. There was a lot more angst in this story between Sam and Declan. They love each other and are committed but they are fighting with each other for the first time. They are struggling to keep on solid ground in their relationship because of all the secrets that surround them. Oh and then there is the Big Bad just around the corner that is threatening to kill Sam. This book had nail biting moments but with a highly satisfying end that sets up the next story. On to book 4.... Highly recommend this series!

I LOVE this series!

I love this series, and this book/audiobook is the best one yet. Sam and Declan continue to grow together. Their sexual relationship continues to be hot and steamy, but there is so much more to these books. There is a real story as well. There is mystery, adventure, drama, and danger. It was great to see Sam and Declan work as a team, fitting together like the interlocking pieces of a jigsaw puzzle. I also loved seeing the vulnerable side of Sam, his fears and frailty, and seeing him rely and depend on Declan, who - as always - stepped up heroically. In spite of the drama, the book doesn't sink into some dark thriller. It retains its character as a true and honest love story. The ending was beautiful, and I can't wait for more of Sam and Declan's story.

Narrator Gary Furlong is a master, and I was so glad to have someone who could so effortlessly pronounce all the names of the places that provide the setting for the book. His deliver truly adds to the pleasure and enjoyment of this audiobook.

I was provided a complimentary copy of this audiobook by the author. This is my honest, voluntary review. This is definitely one audiobook I will listen to again and again.