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Bishop's Endgame

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His endgame was simply to clear his name by any means necessary. Falling in love with his enemies daughter is something he never expected.

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I think this was my favorite story out of this trilogy. I really like Ellis and Adrianna. Bishops Endgame was a sexy and suspenseful, a perfect conclusion to these characters.

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The final Bishop sibling is up in this series finale as Ellis finally gets the chance to prove his innocence of all wrong doing and clear his name. Katie Reus has been building to this ending in the last two stories, with the last two siblings finding their hearts and solving crimes in their own right, but the big ending is an amazing experience. Ellis Bishop has been on the run for almost a year after being set up for killing his best friend and partner, but now is the time he will solve the crime clear his name. It just calls for a little kidnapping of the woman he knows is dirty—the daughter of the killer and crime lord. Arianna has no idea why she has been kidnapped and the man who took her must be crazy for claiming she is a criminal mastermind. When he shows her the evidence that he has on her, she slowly begins to understand that her step-father has been using her in his criminal enterprise and her anger and disgust lead her to offer her assistance in bringing him to justice. Arianna and Ellis are soon deep into an operation, working together with a few others they can trust in order to bring down the killer. But as they spend more time together, Arianna and Ellis are not able to deny that their attraction is developing into something much deeper and in the end their relationship might be what puts them into danger when the killer catches onto their plans. Ellis is such a sweet guy, despite being a little bit confused as to the truth about Arianna’s personality and involvement in her step-father’s crimes. He is determined to prove he is not the killer and to bring the traitor who caused his friend's death to justice as well, even if it costs him everything, until Arianna shows him the future they could have. He is sexy, badass, and such a good guy but one that is at his wits end working on his own. I loved seeing him in action and once he saw the error he’s made, he is instantly truly remorseful and shows Arianna the truly good guy he is. Arianna is pissed as hell at Ellis in the beginning, and she lets that spunk and sass show, not willing to be a victim ever again and I loved her immensely for it. She stands up for herself, fighting for herself every step of the way, even when she is terrified, and when she begins to work with Ellis she demands equal partnership and makes him understand that only with trust and understanding do they have a chance at a future together. I enjoyed getting to know Arianna and she was obviously a good match for Ellis, and would make a good addition for the Bishop family. The intensity of the pull between Ellis and Arianna is apparent, even when they are both fighting it because they are on opposite sides, but once they embrace their attraction the passion that fuels their relationship is fantastic. I was a bit sad to see the series end but certainly enjoyed reading the ending and finally seeing Ellis returned to the Bishop fold, finally clearing his name and returning to his life with a new relationship and direction in life too. I am looking forward to whatever comes next for Katie Reus in her contemporary writing and cannot wait to read it. Another series ends with a bang.

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Katie Reus has definitely become an all-time favorite for me in the romantic suspense genre. I really enjoyed Bishop's Endgame, and the entire trilogy. From start to finish, this book never let me down. And even more amazing is how the author wove a richly developed romantic relationship based on what could have been an entirely unforgivable act. This book made me want to cheer on our Hero, needing him to clear his name and bring down his enemies.

Katie does a fantastic job of introducing new and exciting plot twists and richly developed characters. Each book feels different and new and keeps the pages turning.

Another great read by Katie Reus!

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This was a great conclusion to this series. The chemistry, chaos and story will keep you engrossed to the end. Ellis is awesome- alpha, quirky, sexy, protector and an all around bad ass. Arianna is great. She is strong and understands the need to right the wrongs and get justice. Loved the story

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This book appears to be the last in this entertaing trilogy by the Author and in my opinion can be read as a standalone .
Ellis is innocent of the crimes attributed to him , the only way to clear his name and take his revenge is to take on the task of kidnapping the local crime bosses step daughter .
Arianna appears to be the perfect Crime Boss' princess - but appearances can be deceptive - and when she finds herself kidnapped by Ellis she comes to realises her step father is not quite as perect as he portays himself .
It is only by working together that they both can get what they want -justice ! If only they had met under different circumstances , spending time together sparks an attraction that cannot be , or can it ?

This an entertaining read with plenty of action - with the HEA ending anyone could wish for .

I was given an arc of the book by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review

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Holy cow, that’s how to end a series. I loved it! This is series has been fantastic and I am really sad its over. Ellis and Arianna’s story is full of twists, turns and all the good stuff. For me this was a book I couldn’t put down and found myself yelling at the characters. I loved it! Well done!

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I am so sorry to see Katie Rues’s “Endgame Trilogy” come to an end and what a stunning end it is. Any book of hers is a reading pleasure. Ellis Bishop is finally exacting revenge for being framed and getting his life ruined But the act of kidnapping a princess to get to his end game becomes a threat to his heart.

Arianna is thrown into danger as the reality of her stepfather’s life puts her in the crosshairs of his evil actions and coming to terms that her kidnapper is actually an honorable man. Ellis and Arianna are a treat to read as they stumble though their attraction along with keeping themselves safe enough to bring down her stepfather.

And the finale was a very well thought out plot as Katie Reus gives one of her best written romantic suspense.

Received an ARC from KR Press, LLC via NetGalley for an honest review.

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Bishop's endgame by Katie Reus.
A brilliant read. In book 3 we see Ellis Bishop trying to clear his name. He has been set up. Can he do it?. I liked how Arianna was with Ellis. Arianna Stavish. Her stepfather is Vitaly Rodin. Why has Ellis kidnapped her? What is her stepfather Vitality up to? And can he be stopped?
A brilliant read. Loved the story and most of the characters. I loved this Trilogy but I hope there is more. 5*. Highly recommended.

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Great conclusion to the newest romantic suspense series from Katie Reus. I loved the couple’s chemistry and interactions. Getting to finally see into what’s been going on with Ellis. I do wish the entire series had more for a related ‘villian’ through each book, though what we got is still great.

I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

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What can I say about this book? EVERYTHING! Great finale to the Bishop saga! I was always intrigued by Ellis's story and how he could prove his innocence. It moved a little fast in the romance area but I was able to look past that to the drama and heartache of the situation! Reus knows how to bring a story together in a fashion that some authors struggle with.

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In this book, the Trilogy of Bishop's stories come to an end. Ellis wants to clear his name and revenge the death of his partner. He has a perfect plan with the kidnapping but what happens when all his plan fell through? Because he soon finds out that Ariana is innocent and that he must adjust to a new plan and Arriana is ready to help him. He discovers that he has more people behind his bach and support. A great story with lovely characters. Both Ellis and Arriana are easy to love and both have some troubled past. They have a great love story and I really enjoyed reading it.
I volunteered to review an ARC of this book for NetGalley

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This is an intriguing trip readers are taken on to get to the bad guys, watch this couple fall in love and reunite a family who has been through the mill.

The action in BISHOP'S ENDGAME will have your heart in your throat but the story line will also have you sighing, fanning yourself and laughing.

Annetta Sweetko, reviewer for Fresh Fiction

Complete review may be found at: http://freshfiction.com/review.php?id=70301

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Great read and an end to the Bishop's trilogy. Ellis is finally able to clear his name with some help from Adrianna. Filled with action ,suspense, hot love making and a family coming to help out when their brother is in trouble, mak4s for a fantastic read. 4 solid stars***

P.S. I sure hope that FBI agent Georgina gets a story!

****I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book provided by NetGalley*****

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While this is the third book in the series, it could actually be read as a stand alone, because the author provides lots of back story. While from a wealthy family, the three Bishop children have all ended up in some sort of law enforcement.

Ellis worked for the DEA, but was set up by his dirty boss to take the fall for the murder of Ellis's best friend and partner, Carter. He has been on the run, trying to prove his innocence and take down all the turn coats that the DEA has produced. He believes that third grade teacher, Arianna Stavish, step- daughter of Carter's murderer, Vitaly Rodin, is part of the gang, after he finds millions of dollars hidden in offshore bank accounts in her name, so kidnaps her. However, he quickly learns that not only is she innocent, but she wants to help him take down her stepfather, who is using her and who she holds responsible for the death of her beloved half brother, Vitaly's son. The more time they spend together, they realize that if only they had met under different circumstances...

This is an action packed page turner, with wonderful characters an intriguing plot and a HEA. I read an ARC provided by NetGalley.com. This is my unbiased and voluntary review.

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Set up for a crime he didn’t commit, Ellis Bishop takes the law into his own hands to exact justice and clear his name. Unfortunately, that means he has to kidnap a crime boss’s daughter—a perfect mafia princess, set to become queen of a dirty empire. What he didn’t count on was falling for his mortal enemy’s daughter. Arianna hates the man who kidnapped her, but soon she realizes that things aren’t what they seem. Ellis was framed by her stepfather and is trying to clear his name. If she helps him, it means betraying her family. But how can she turn her back on him when he’s innocent… when her stepfather turns out to be a monster she never really knew at all?
This was a great story by a great author. I’ve read a number of her books and they don’t disappoint. It was fast paced and well written. I really liked both main characters as well as the plot. I recommend.
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The final book in the Endgame Trilogy is here! Bishop's Endgame by Katie Reus is Ellis' story and one I anticipated very much since the moment we found out that Ellis is wanted for something he didn't do in Bishop's Knight. As it was expected this is the most action-filled book of the three and the one with the most suspense.

I was very satisfied with this book and the way the events unfolded so giving it 5 stars is not a hardship. The blurb is not hiding from the reader the way our couple has its first interaction and if you don't think you won't be able to get past the kidnapping, then don't read the book. Personally, I had 0 problems with it and I was very excited about the story and the way everything went on. Arianna is not aware of her stepfather's criminal doings and as the book goes on, she and readers find more and more about them, while Ellis clears his name.

The pace of the book was fast and the writing good. The novel was exactly what I was expecting from Katie Reus and I loved the finale of the trilogy. The ending was great and I loved seeing all the couples together. I would definitely recommend not only thing book but also the whole trilogy.

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I enjoyed the story-line and characters in this well written and entertaining story.Lots of action,and of course lots of romance.The characters are well developed with a plot full of intrigue and suspense.

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What happens when you witness your best friend not to mention a fellow DEA agent get murdered and your boss and the bad guy from you for it? You run and plan revenge, not to mention clearing your name! This was Ellis Bishops misfortune! But he has a plan! Kidnap the daughter and make her talk! But man does everything go wrong! lol that’s all you get! Read the book! The adventure is awesome!

I read and reviewed this advanced complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley

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Katie Reus never fails to deliver! Its impossible not to get caught up in her stories. I love romantic suspense and she's really one of my favorite authors. Bishop's Endgame is wicked good.

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