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Codename Raike

The Omega Series, Book 2

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Codename Raike

By: J. R. Tootill
Narrated by: Lee Daniels, Sean Masters, Joe Arden
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Victor "Skeet" Thompson lived his life according to the codes he bound himself to. As a navy SEAL, the vow to humbly serve as a guardian was embedded in his DNA. When he joined the FBI, he dedicated himself to fidelity, bravery, and integrity. He was a man in service; to the team, to the job, and to those who needed his help. But he mostly believed he was a man serving his family in the best way he knew how. But what happens to his code when the illusion of that idealistic dream crumbles around him?

Alexandria "Ghost" Snyder isn't like other women. When her friends played bridal dress-up with baby dolls, she plotted paintball strategies and played interactive sniper games on her computer. She was fourteen when her father put a rifle in her hand, and her destiny was clear. She was a good shot before she joined the Marines but found her center as a skilled sniper. Now that she was back home, nothing was what she thought it would be. No matter how she tried to acclimate to civilian life, she was lost. No. Not lost. She was worse than that. She was unnecessary.

When Skeet's marriage falls apart. Over the phone. Via text. He starts a new life in a new city. As a single parent, he wants to do the best he can for his kids. And when he can't deny his feelings for Alex, things really get complicated. Can he risk his heart and take another chance on love? For a woman like Alex, he's sure as hell going to try.

Alex never dreamed of true love. Or marriage. Or kids. Until she meets Skeet. And all the things she never thought she wanted seemed to come with this sexy single dad, including an angry 10-year-old boy and a precocious 6-year-old girl. And suddenly, she can't see her life without them. But can she take a chance on this new life? For a man like Skeet, she's sure as hell going to try.

Codename Raike is intended for a mature audience over eighteen due to language, sexual situations, and depictions of trauma.

©2022 J. R. Tootill (P)2024 J. R. Tootill, Blue Nose Audio
Contemporary Romantic Suspense Single Parent Heartfelt
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Fantastic Story & Narration🎧Riveting & Heartfelt!

J.R. Tootill continues to wow me with another fantastic novel, the second in her amazing Omega Security series, and this book was just as captivating as the first, so much, once I started it was hard to stop because I need to know what happened next. The book kicks off ten years earlier, Victor “Skeet” Thompson, on the same SEAL team as Tuc, was on a mission in Afghanistan, a mission that went bad and changed their all their lives and one that cost them. Alexandria “Ghost” Snyder, a Marine and a sniper, was on a mission with her team lead by Mack, and it was personal for her and her last tour with the Marines. Fast forward to present time and back in the states, in Philly, and we get a glimpse of the early days and then the start of Omega Security. Skeet’s marriage is on the rocks, and his wife Trish wants a divorce and shows her cards. He is more concerned about his children than her, so he needs to tread carefully. Alex, who is her own person, takes a liking to Skeet, but she won’t mess with a married man. There is an undeniable chemistry between them, and they could deny each other for so long. I thought these two were great together and for each other, and it was great to watch their relationship grow. His kids complicate things for Alex, and there was some resistance and awkwardness, but in true Alex fashion she does not give up. Alex gets a call for a job, one she was going to pass on, but it raised some flags and she knew it was going to hit close to home, close to Skeet and Tuc. I loved all the layers of this story and how it all played out, with a perfect balance of drama, angst, action, twists, thrilling and suspenseful moments, heartfelt emotion and a slow burn but so worth the wait romance. Like the first book, the writing, plot and world building are fantastic, as are the character growth and development. J.R. Tootill, thank you for another amazing story and the wild and emotional roller coaster ride.

🎧📚🎧  And for the amazing narration, Lee Daniels, Sean Masters and Joe Arden are superbly talented voice artists and the perfect cast to bring these characters to life. Daniels and Masters were fantastic as the two leads, Alex and Skeet, performing in duet, giving each a voice that fits their personalities and demeanor perfectly, and Arden, who jumps in as Rourke, is just as fantastic and does the same. They were fabulous performing the roles of the side/secondary characters, children included. Their pacing and tone are just right for the story, and they capture all the characters’ emotions and have you feeling each one. They are entertaining storytellers and their performance elevates the already amazing story to another level. Thanks for another exceptional listen.

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Lee and Sean are FANTASTIC

J.R’s writing combines action and military with love and humor. Skeet and Alex have a slow-burn that makes sense for their storyline and fits the trajectory of their characters. Sean and Lee give Skeet and Alex a building chemistry that carried throughout the story. I really like how they have respective talents and roles within the group that allow them to be individuals, yet they are able to combine those same attributes in a way to offset each other and balance the team.

Lee provides Alex with a stoic sense of purpose and gives a profile of a woman who is comfortable with her sense of self, is very good at her job as “Ghost”, and is an asset to the team. Equally as refreshing is Sean’s presence as Skeet; his character is going through personal turmoil at home and trying to reconcile his feelings toward Alex performing his own duties within the team.

These two have an obvious connection that comes through by way of this audio and I love that it gets to breathe and evolve without rushing the story of their relationship. Additionally, I love how Lee and Sean voice the other members, particularly Tuc and Leda. You’d almost think Sebastian York made a cameo in this — Sean’s performance is spot on. And Lee’s kid voice? I will happily listen to this duo again. This story was endearing, magnetic, and I was sad to see it end!

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Ok story with a "Pick Me" vibe

This story could've been so much better had the author not worked so hard to make the FMC "not like other girls" while also ne er having anything positive to say about the ex wife. The narration was excellent but the constant negativity whenever the MMC's ex was mentioned seemed over the top and unnecessary.

*minor spoiler below*

This issue was so bad that even when the MMC's kids were kidnapped because of his job (which kind of proved the ex's point) the MMC described having to tell their mother as "a freak out he didn't need" and described her as being basically useless in a crisis. Her kids were missing.

*end spoiler*

The narration was excellent. The story had potential. I loved the first book. I just felt like this one made too much effort to separate the new girlfriend from the ex wife. It was pretty cringe, tbh.

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the best audio

I have to give major props to production and the narrators. I was so impressed with how the military com system and computer voice sounded realistic. I also loved how Sean Masters made a point to make Tuck sound exactly like the narrator in Codename Wolfe. I legit thought that Sebastian York was in this book too. I loved the story and the narration was perfect.

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Skeet and Alex!❤️❤️

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Codename: Raike is book #2 in The Omega series. I was so excited to get this second installment in audio!! The author really knows how to deliver a story filled with suspense, emotional depth, plot twists that keep you guessing, and of course spice! She really captures the camaraderie that exists between former military members, even when they find civilian careers. Victor/Skeet is dealing with a crumbling personal life and fighting his attraction for his co-worker, Alex, rather unsuccessfully. Alex/Ghost is trying to find her place after a stellar military career. This is kind of a slow burn, but only because Skeet has morals and decency (😂). I'm now a firm believer that this series definitely needs to be made into a movie! It just keeps getting better.

The narration was phenomenally on point. Sean Masters (Skeet) and Lee Daniels (Alex) with a sprinkling of Joe Arden (Roark) lets you have your cake and eat it, too. Masters and Daniels delivered all the angst, emotion, and passion that existed between Skeet and Alex. And the kid voices...too good. 5/5 thrilling stars!

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