This was the first book I read by Hope Jones and really enjoyed it. I really liked the characters and how much Hux protected Phoebe when she got herself in trouble with the local drug cartel. The only thing I didn't like was that we really didn't get to see the chase, them meeting for the first time the story just jumped into him "kidnapping" her for her protection. After that Hux declared that they were a couple.

Complementary copy given for honest review and opinion.
This book got intense real fast. I finished reading it in one night because I couldn’t put it down. I loved the sassy and alpha characters. It was a perfect read.

I really enjoyed this story!

This was a good story that had excellent detail and it was fast paced which worked so well for me, I thought it was a really addictive read.

The characters worked very well together and they were genuine and believable too which I think really helped carry the story through to the end.

It is 4 stars from me for this one, highly recommended!

After reading the last book from this author I knew she writes the kind of characters I love so when this one became available I jumped on in. And I did like the characters. I liked the story. It was well written and I enjoyed the suspense of trying to figure out what was going to happen.

I got nervous as we got closer to the end that it was all already wrapped up but I was already invested enough to be ok with just getting the happily ever after and hopefully a teaser for some of the other characters. Because this seriously has to become a series for these PI boys.

Phoebe was great. She went toe to toe with Huxley every time he did the whole alpha chest beating thing. And I loved that he was soft enough with her to stop and explain why he was being overbearing. I also loved that every time it came from such a real place and that once Phoebe saw that she would let it go. A few times I thought he owed a lot more explaining even if I did get where he was coming from.

I had a few issues with the start of their relationship. It felt like it started without any real substance. And I didn't feel their initial connection. Which took me a bit to get over but since I liked them together so much I let it go and fell into the story. I also loved the secondary characters and I am praying this is the first book in a series.

Surrendering to Him by Hope Jones is Huxley Carson and Phoebe Danvers's story.
Wow! What a truly fascinating and fabulous read! This is a sweet, funny, heartwarming, steamy and edge your seat story that will have you going back for re-reads time and time again. Phoebe is an investigative writer for her local paper while Huxley is ex FBI and now runs his own PI firm with his own team which they currently are working to bring down a cartel that is nasty news for anyone that crosses their path. Guess who that would be ? Phoebe... this brings Huxley into her life along with the action, suspense, intrigue, passion , heat, drama, angst , huge chemistry/connection plus total feels....which means an amazing rollercoaster ride that leads to a fantastic read and a great new author to look out for. Hope Jones nailed it with her freshman book and left me with craving more...like will we get Phoebe's BFF story? I really hope so 🔖📚. This is one book you don't want to miss.

My Rating: 4.7 stars *******

I really enjoyed this book. I liked the characters and the great chemistry. I could not put this book down. Great story as well.

This was a quick somewhat enjoyable read but I would have liked to have read more of Huxley's POV. There were a few instances when we did get his thoughts, but not in the first person like Phoebe's was written which was kind of odd and he said so few words throughout the book that I felt like I never really got to know him. There was no buildup to their relationship and I missed their getting to know each other. Not an outstanding read, but a short, quick "okay" read that could have been better in my opinion. I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC for NetGalley.

I recieved a free digital copy of this arc from Netgalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review. These are my opinions and given freely.

I really enjoyed this book, so much suspense and I love Hux... He was a little bit of a dick, and tok forceful to start with... I'd have loved more background and maybe a day or too before the book started since it seemed like there wasn't really any introduction to the characters

I loved seeing Phoebe soften and getting the help that she clearly needed. I loved Mollie and Davina too

Surrendering to Him is an amazing story which kept me in my happy place cover to cover. Huxley Carson owns his own PI firm, after leaving the FBI, so he's all kinds of protective alpha. He & team are trying to take down a cartel, and you already know it's not an easy thing to do, not to mention, extremely dangerous. While on this case, he runs into investigative reporter Phoebe Danvers, who is in the crosshairs of that cartel, so she's in some pretty big danger herself. This is how they start getting to know each other, as he's determined to keep her safe since she's not backing down from crap. They have some serious chemistry, and it doesn't take long for feelings to be caught, but there's still that whole cartel issue to deal with first. The twists are crazy intense, keeping me on the edge of my seat with my heart racing, and f-bombs dropping. So, will these two come out of all of the dangerous chaos for a shot at a future together?! You'll have to hit that one click button to find out! As for me, I'm in love with Hope Jones, and CANNOT wait to read more! HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

I struggled to finish this.
There were too many repetitions, their chemistry didn’t feel genuine to me. Some parts were funny and definitely sexy, but all in all it was lacking some aspects I enjoy in books.

The beginning of the book it feels like they've know each other for a while, maybe dated in the past. The way he gently touches her or calls her pet names and wanting to hold or touch hands all the time. She confirms they never had any type of relationship before. When he takes her back to her house after the security cameras are set up, he says he's going to pick her up and take her out but shes reluctant and refuses. He goes in to kiss her while gently holding her neck and around the waist and it feels like he's forcing a relationship on her. He makes her all hot and bothered but doesn't do much to really try and stop it.
Hux is such a protector rather than just an alpha male. He is there to save her from the situation she gets herself into with trying to write an article about the cartel running through their town.
They fall in love fast but they take their time to say it.

Wow! For an author who only has 1 other published book, you would never know it by reading this one. This book has major Kristen Ashley, Aurora Rose Reynolds and Harper Sloan vibes.

Phoebe is a strong willed, stubborn journalist. All characteristics need for that profession. However it’s landed her on the wrong side of some bad people and that is exactly where Hux comes into play.

Huxley is a badass PI that owns his own security company. He has been circling Phoebe for a while and he decided now is the time to give in and claim Phoebe as his own once he learns the severity of her danger. It was bound to happen regardless of the danger. This just gave him the excuse needed to take over.

If your are a fan of Hawk Delgado, Nico Mayson or Axel Reid then you will fall head over heels for Huxley Carson.

This is one to feed my craving of suspense and romance. It heads up with a investigative journalist and a alpha PI. Phoebe and Huxley are the ones that take us on this intriguing story that has danger at its heels. This is also a second chance you might say since one of them was intrigued before now. As this unravels we are thrown in deeper. Oh I also was in so deep that I almost forgot this is the first time in reading this author. With the monsters at their heels we do not want to let go until we have all the answers with also seeing whom is left standing or loving.

Still in a Hux fog days later! This story is full of surprises, suspenseful, some scary events and filled with laughter to break the much needed tension with the things that unfold in the story-line and these characters. Phoebe is a strong hard headed person and will stop at nothing to get her story exposed. Guess that is why Huxley had to go all Alpha male to stop her interview and start trying to protect her! All I will say to avoid any spoilers. Huxley is an Alpha through and through and now it's time to let Phoebe know that not only will he aide in getting her story, they need to do it a certain way to protect her and he's pulling out all stops to show her now is the time for them to explore a potential relationship. Can he protect her, but still get her story out there without endangering anyone lives? We shall see once you read the story. This is the second book I've read by this author and enjoyed. I truly hope that the other characters in this book get a story. So here's to trying! Throw me a Roman Candle and keep us in a Hux fog!

Holy Hot Guys Batman!!
This is definitely a new author to watch. This second book by Hope Jones just reinforced my first impression of this amazing new author. Phoebe Danvers is a reporter. She stuck her nose in the wrong business and now the bad guys are after her.
Huxley Carson is a PI bound and determined to protect Phoebe whether she him to or not. She has lost almost everyone she’s ever cared about so she’s afraid to open herself up to a relationship. But his kisses leave her in a Hux Fog! Huxley is a alpha to the core and I just love a hot take charge man.I got a lot of Kristen Ashley vibes from this book. I definitely want to read more about the rest of the PI team.

Surrendering to Him by Hope Jones is the story of Huxley Carson and Phoebe Danvers.
Huxley is a ex FBI who now has a PI firm working currently on bringing down a Cartel. Huxley has had his eye on Phoebe since his first glance but nothing has brought them together until now. Phoebe is a investigative reporter who is also doing a investigation that is leading her into danger. Danger that Huxley wants to protect her from. But Phoebe isn't listing to his request and putting herself more into the danger. Huxley was the strong alpha male with the instant love that I love. Really enjoyed this book and hope to read more from this author soon!

New to me author. I loved Hux and Phoebe. The story starts off with a bang and immediately grabs your attention. Very OTT H and many swoon worthy moments. Lots of action and suspense. I hope it’s the start of a new series with secondary characters. #netgalley

This was told the first person while it’s Phoebe’s point of view and then it switches to third person when it was Hux’s point of view. I feel like that just ruined the whole flow of the story as now you have to re-wire your brain and think more on what’s happening. It should have just stayed in first person so we could see it from Hux’s point of view.

However, I loved Phoebe’s inner dialogue because it was so hilarious. Her relationship with Millie was beautiful and her undeniable connection to Hux was swoon-worthy. I loved Hux’s cavemen, alpha-male ways and how he didn’t quit even when Phoebe made it difficult.

There’s excitement, danger, some suspense, some unbelievably sexy scenes and just the right amount of comedy that I found myself smiling most of the time.

I’m hoping we get more stories from this group because I need more Millie, Kian, Davina, Roman, and even Stone.

Investigative Journalist Phoebe Danvers finds herself in a bit of hot water. It’s a good thing former FBI Agent turned PI Huxley Carson has his eyes on her. Author Hope Jones’ Surrendering to Him begins quickly with feisty banter between the hero and heroine as well as suspense.

I was really into their story at first. Phoebe and Huxley share plenty of chemistry but unfortunately somewhere in the middle things began to fizzle and lost my attention. I usually like instalove but something about Huxley’s control of the situation and the way he treated Phoebe like they were already together. It was too much too soon. I found myself more eager to read the suspense parts than the actual romance part of the story.

Totally suspenseful! Phoebe is an investigative journalist in a small town where she dominates in her field by taking risks and them paying off big time. Until her last risk, which almost gets her killed, but thanks to Huxley the local PI, is able to intercept and save her. Totally confused, Phoebe doesn’t understand what’s going on and why she can’t write her story and basically do her job, and is also just as confused by Huxley’s caveman routine especially since they weren’t together. That all changes though when they can’t fight the chemistry any longer and Huxley takes a stance and puts his feelings out there while keeping her safe. The witty banter between these characters was quite possibly the best part of this book, because starting out I really felt like I missed something and it started somewhat abruptly. Overall, the suspense pulled through and just when I thought Phoebe was safe, something else happens that drags her back in. Interested to see if we will see more books (particularly Phoebe’s best friend)!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.