This book is the second of the series titled Ace Security, based on a set of male triplets who formed their company after being abused as children by their mother. Though it’s a stand alone, it does continue with the theme of book one in that they are trying to dissolve the gang that almost killed the female character of the first book.
The story centers around Blake and the new recruit, Alexis. A young woman that is still trying to find herself. At first I wasn’t sure I would like the book, since I found the dialogue in the first couple of chapters a little choppy and at times I felt the story dragged, then moved along quickly. But once I got over that , it moved along smoothly.
Blake and Alexis rather quickly develop a romance, and the action is their attempt to infiltrate the gang to get information on how to bring them down. As with the previous book, I liked more the male character , than the female character.
We also get a glimpse of the female character that I suspect will be the love interest for the third brother, Nathan.
For me it was more of a 3.5 but I do respect the author and her dedication, and for that , she gets a 4 star.
I was gifted this copy by Netgalley. The opinions expressed are solely my own.

Another Susan Stoker spectacular book! Claiming Alexis is the second book in the Ace Security series. In this book "middle" brother, Blake realizes his love for new employee Alexis. As Blake and Alexis try to infiltrate a Denver gang, the threat of violence hangs heavy in the air. This book is filled with pulse-pounding action scenes and undercover ops. Claiming Alexis is a must read for Stoker fans!

This is the second story in the Ace Security series, it easily stands alone.
One of the brothers Blake is working with Alexis, a rich young woman finding her way in the world. Alexis goes undercover into a gang by meeting up with an old high school friend turned enemy. Does she get in over her head? Will she be found? Will she even get out alive? By chapter 16 I was in tears. Such action in this book after a bit of a slow start.
Alexis and Blake had amazing chemistry and I was invested in their tale.
I highly recommend this book.

The second story in the Ace Security Series is just as well written as the first. Blake Anderson and Alexis Grant are working on a case trying to find a way to bring down a local gang that was involved in the incident surrounding Logan's wife, Grace and Alexis' brother.

Alexis wants to prove to Blake that she's not some spoiled rich girl. She goes undercover to gather information that can bring this gang down. Things immediately become dangerous and Alexis will suffer quite a bit of brutality. But she proves to be a smart, tough cookie.

Susan Stoker really brings out the strength of the women in this series. Looking forward to Nathan's story.

Blake and Alexis's story starts out with a bang and their chemistry is very quickly established. I really loved Blake's sensitivity and protectiveness of Alexis. Their relationship blossoms very quickly and I really liked them together. Alexis's drunken ramblings to Blake the first night she goes undercover was adorable and really well done. Sadly, things took a bit of a negative spin in the second half of the book. The undercover work got a bit eye rolling and the intensity of the relationship between Blake and Alexis went from a nice simmer to rolling boil WAY too fast. I found myself scanning a bit towards the end of this book as the conversation/dialog got a bit redundant and drawn out. Overall, not a bad read but couldn't hold onto the good start that the author had in the beginning of the book.

Awesome read. I am really enjoying this series. This is the second book but it's not necessary for you to have read the first to enjoy this one. I really enjoyed the characters in this book and it had just enough suspense and action to keep things interesting.

Alexis Grant is working as an intern at the security firm owned and run by Blake Anderson and his brothers. She knows they all look at her as the silly little rich girl so when a chance to jump in on a case arises she's all in. There is a big attraction between Alexis and Blake but the particulars of this case will put that desire to the test. Keeping Alexis safe becomes Blake's number one priority.

I highly recommend this one.

Absolutely loved this book. Every book Susan Stoker writes is a guaranteed hit, every time. I anxiously await every new book and devour it immediately. The story between Blake, the middle brother and Bailey was excellent. The way he takes care of her after she is hurt is amazing. The stories from all the books flow together so well. I love the character carry over too. Definitely a book I will purchase. Keep the coming Susan.

An amazing book from Susan Stoker!! Alexis and Blake were so cute together. I loved how sweet he was and his caveman tendencies. Best marriage proposal ever lol.

AMAZING. I can't explain how much this book blew me away. It's got everything you can wish for in a book and it's executed so damn well!

LOVED this book! It's another winner (and book two) in the Ace Security series. As a stand alone novel, this book delivers fast paced romantic suspense at its best. I felt invested in the characters and cared about their story.

In this book, Alexis goes undercover in a gang as a friend of one of their women - who used to be a childhood friend of hers. As a wealthy heiress, Alexis is used to people using her for her money - including her former friend who she uses, in a bit of turnabout is fair play, as her entree to the gang.

Nothing about gang life is sexy or appealing and the author paints the gang interactions and crimes with the grit and horror that composes a gang and gang life.

This is a compelling tale that fans of the genre will love. If you haven't read a book by this author, you are missing out. She is a the top of my must read authors' list and should probably be on yours as well.

I was lucky enough to receive an ARC of this book from Netgalley. Claiming Alexis had me hooked from the first page. I couldn’t put it down until I finished it. I stayed up all night reading it and man it was worth it. I fell in love with Blake he is such a great leading man. You got to see the relationship between Alexi s and Bailey grow during the book and it felt like they were real. Blake and his brothers run Ace Security. Alexis is an intern and most people see her has a rich girl and only want something to do with her because of her parent’s money. Blake however sees so much more in Alexis he sees the real her. Alexis is given the opportunity to go undercover for a case for Ace Security and she jumps at the chance to prove herself to Blake. The case takes a dangerous turn and she has to put all her trust in him. Alexis is working on a case with dangerous secrets. You will see the lengths that Blake will go to, to protect the woman he loves. I would recommend this book however I would read the previous book first you won’t be sorry this is a great series and I can’t wait to read the next book when it comes out! Even though I received an ARC I will be buying a copy of this book because I loved it.

Another amazing read by Susan Stoker!! I have read every single book this author has ever written and they just keep getting better and better. Alexis and Blake have amazing chemistry and I love how he goes after what he wants right away which is Alexis. There is romance, action, suspense and plenty of sexy times in this book. And i enjoy reading about all the brothers and I'm looking forward to Nathan's book!! I read this story in one sitting and couldn't put it down!
5 stars for sure!!!

Blake and Alexis.
This is a continuation of the story from book 1 in that they still face enemies and reprecusuons from the incident involving Grace. So it's best to read book 1st. That said this is an individual story. A book for each couple.
Blake and Alexis have been working together for a while now and Blake had overcome some of the judgements he made about what Alexis is like. So at the start of this book quite quickly they start a relationship and express how they feel about each other. I didn't feel this was insta-love because of the history from book 1.
The story involves Alexis working under cover using her and Blake being her back up.
It uses social media and texting in the story so it feels up to date.
Blake is a sweet heart, there is no cheating or ex drama and Alexis is a strong heroine.
The book also sets up the next book by revealing glimpses of the heroine for the next story and Nathan who we learn more about.
This is a good read, plenty of action, a kick ass heroine and a sweet non cheating hero what else could you ask for.

Arms can be hot.

Ugh, I would have quit that job, too.

I guess I'm old-fashioned, but the man always pays and opens the door for a woman.

What the hell? She got jumped in high school for saying hi to a former friend?

Logan is being a butthole.

She's a cute drunk. Chatty, too.

I don't get the point of getting drunk, either.

He sure knows how to make a speech!

He shouldn't swear on his brother's lives.

I could have never gone to that party, much less gone wearing a wire and camera.

Oh, I didn't realize from the first book that Bradford was gay. It makes what happened doubly icky.

Three cheers for Nathan!

A few years? Honey, I bet you'll be pregnant by Christmas.

Oh, for the love of Pete! Of course it's a trap, woman!

I can't imagine not knowing what my own brother went through.

Now I want Bailey and Nathan's story.

My new favorite come on saying for women is now, "my panties are wet, just a second while I change them." I could just imagine Blake's eyes going wide and his dick getting harder when Lex told him that.
That's just a taste of how sexy this book is.

CLAIMING ALEXIS was sadly a dnf for me. I suspected this would be more romance than suspense; but not no suspense at all and cheesy/cutesy romance. I cared nothing for the lead characters; and the case they were on, hunting bad gang members, failed to hold my interest. I was looking for a light summer read, but this was not it.

I have never really been a fan of Susan Stoker. That being said I read the first in the series and while I wasn't over the mood I thought I would try out book two. The titles of the book totally annoys me and I needed to push that out of my mind.
Once the story starts I found myself enjoying the characters an for once the over the top Alpha wasn't as annoying as I thought
The story is your basic one falls in love right away and figures the other one doesn't see her that way. This made for some cute moments that helps release someone action and suspense side of the story.
Blake and Alexis are very easy to like and while the story sets readers up for the next brother to fall in love and with whom the action, nicely written action romance will keep readers and new readers very happy.
Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for an advance copy for my thoughts thought

Claiming Alexis is a well-written romance with an exciting plot. Thanks!

Reviewing for publication see my review in RT Magazine July edition