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I faked my way long enough by keeping my mouth shut, painting a fake smile on my face and focusing hard on my job.
I quit going out to find that random piece of ass.
Not a one of them would stand up to her anyway.
She hates me, loathes me even.
Little does Vivian Shepard know I’ve got more tricks up my sleeve than she will ever begin to imagine to get her to change her mind, to get my chance.
I’m not giving up.
I want her, and by God, I’ll fight as dirty as I can get to have her.
No matter what!

Vivian
Of course, I knew it was a one- night stand.
It’s was the perfect night before all hell broke loose to be quite honest.
Drinking, talking and flirting.
One I relished in as I tried to gravitate my mind back to solid ground after soaring so high I could feel the rush of flying.
My stomach dipped, my heart fluttered, and my toes curled inward and then I splattered to the hard surface of the ground.
Jude Westbrooke opened his big fat mouth.
He ruined it, ruined me, ruined it all.

202 pages, ebook

First published March 1, 2017

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Kathy Coopmans

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Profile Image for Juanita.
755 reviews25 followers
February 28, 2017
oh my that hottie....I mean cover......
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We met Jude and Vivian in Riddick’s story. Definetly recommended to read Riddick first. Jude picks up where book 1 left off.

They have a one night hookup where a misunderstanding occurs thus leaving Vivian hurt.

It was the worst and best mistake of my life, and he destroyed me with one hurtful sentence.

Vivian is injured (which I will not get into) in which she makes a decision to leave to recover.

Upon returning 6 months later Jude is ready to make amends with her but will she?

Vivian Shepard has no idea what’s waiting here for her. I’m claiming what should have been mine all along. Stand back and enjoy the ride, people, because I’m about to show her the man she walked away from.

After a rocky beginning, story will continue with suspense and a thriller until the very end.
I loved the chemistry between the two once they worked things out. Absolutely loved the protective sweet cop geeky in Jude! Vivian is a fiery woman making the banter between them awesome!

Looking forward to Tyson’s story.



**ARC Generously Provided by Author**
Profile Image for Tpagirl Loves Romance.
1,662 reviews166 followers
September 22, 2017
Jude was the second book in The Saints series by Kathy Coopmans.

Jude Westbrooke was a gorgeous, intense cop that lived free of entanglements with everyone except his close friends and family; whom he was protective and loyal.

Vivian Shepard was the beautiful nurse who got caught in the crossfire of the tragedy that stalked her best friend/pseudo sister, Cora in book one, Riddick.

Jude and Vivian had history. They had a glorious one night stand that topped any others. It was great until Jude ruined it, severing any niceties between them. The first book, Riddick, ended with Vivian almost losing her life. Jude opened with Vivian in the hospital recovering, contemplating the man she hated with every fiber of her being, Jude. It then fast forwarded a few months to the end of her recovery when she was coming face to face with Jude for the first time since her trauma.

Coopmans writing style was like a narrative - all descriptions and all thoughts were depicted in explicit detail, leaving very little to the imagination. As a result, it was easy to follow and to get drawn into the story, but it also crawled at times with so much detail.

Jude was told in a dual POV. Once Coopmans detailed the full relationship development, the storyline became suspenseful with a secondary story budding. It added depth and dimension to the primary plot. It also provided an unpredictable twist that I didn't see coming that kept me interested and intrigued while flying through the last half of the book, not able to put it down.

While keeping me entertained with the current storyline, Coopmans also provided teasers for the next book in the series, Tyson. He had been left at the alter by the love of his life. She's now back and not everything was as it seemed. It's the basis for another entertaining story in the series and I can't wait to see where Coopmans takes us next.

155 reviews4 followers
March 13, 2017
Hot!!!!
My gosh Jude and Vivian's story was awesome! How can anyone not fall in love with the smart mouthed, sexy as sin, glasses wearing cop that is Jude Westbrooke. A gentle soul, a man who has no problem in showing his true emotions to the girl he loves, his match the firey red lipped Vivian!
These two heat up the pages as we follow them on an intense journey that is their love story. Just when you think you know how their story is going to unfold we are thrown with an ending that I didn't see coming! 5+ stars!!!

Can't wait to read about Tyson bring it on!
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1,013 reviews28 followers
September 10, 2017
Holy. Crap!!!!!! I knew Jude was going to be special, I just didn't know how special!! He is one amazing man with one spectacular woman at his side!!! Add in a little mystery and the amazing romance of Jude and Vivian and you have the total package!!

Jude picks up pretty much where Riddick left off. Vivian makes a difficult decision that I won't go into but it shapes the rest of this book. Six months pass and it's finally time for Vivian and Jude to hash out that one night. And boy is it worth it. Jude, he's just he's the sweetest guy. I'm absolutely in love with him. He's sweet, sexy, alpha, kind, gorgeous, but also protective and willing to do anything to protect anyone in his family and especially Vivian!! And now Vivian, she is sassy, sweet, independent, strong, and one hell of a woman period!! Between the two of these characters you couldn't ask for a better story.

Once the past is hashed the beautiful story starts. You will fall in love with these two and get some glimpses of Cora, Riddick, and Ethan too. Also of their family. And some of Tyson and his story to coke. I could go on and on and gush about this amazing book but my review would go on for pages!! Vivian is beautiful and full of life. Jude is the sweetest and most amazing man ever. Together they can do anything and be anything. And are just perfection!!!
Profile Image for Amy .
2,834 reviews
March 3, 2017
“I want to tell her that I have never in my thirty-two years allowed a woman to affect me the way she does. To feel that draw, that pull, and attraction to a single human being as powerful as I do her is a desire full of gravitational force I can’t explain.”

“I know firsthand the exquisiteness she hides. I see it bursting at the seams for someone to grab hold of and pull those reins tight. I want to be that man. Her man.”

“My heart flutters. It climbs. God help me. I’m standing on the edge. Ready to free fall in to the arms of the man I promised myself I would stay away from.”

Jude follows the story of Jude and Vivian. It is told from dual points of view and is the second story in The Saints Series. Although this is the second book in this series, this book can definitely be read as a stand-alone novel.

From the moment I picked up this book, I was sucked in to Jude and Vivian’s story. The two of them shared an unforgettable night together, and then Jude had to open his mouth and ruin everything. That night will be forever ingrained into Jude’s memory. He would give anything to take back the hurtful words he said. Especially since there would soon be another night that would forever change his world…Now six months later, Vivian has returned home. There is so much that was left unsaid between Jude and Vivian. And this time, Jude is not going to stop until he gets his woman. He’s made mistakes and he’s ready to do whatever it takes to win Vivian back….

Overall, I thought this was a really great read. I was sucked into the story the moment I read the prologue and found myself quickly devouring the words on the pages. I loved the push and pull between Jude and Vivian. They had a great connection and chemistry that was begging to be explored. I was a fan of Jude’s right away. Sure he made some mistakes, but he realized them rather quickly and owned up to them. He fought for Vivian and made her listen. He showed her just how devoted he was to her and just how much she meant to him. These two characters definitely had a lot of ups and downs, but I loved how they fought for each other and didn’t give up.

Jude is a wonderful addition to The Saints Series. It is a fast paced and intriguing story. This story is not only sexy, but it has some really great angst, drama and a bit of mystery too. I really enjoyed this story and am looking forward to seeing where this series is going to go next.

*I was provided an ARC copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review*
Profile Image for D.
761 reviews
February 13, 2017
fab!!!
I love a guy that can pull of geek and make it sexy. Jude is that guy.
While this is only my second Kathy Coopmans book, one thing I can say for sure, it won't be my last. I'll say a second too-- my most favourite thing about her books, yep not even the sexy tops this, is her sense of loyalty and family. It is a huge underlying tone in her books that sets the pace and defines the characters in her books. It gives her stories and characters hope and the drive toward love. This instalment of The Saints series is no different. Jude, Riddick and Tyson are loyal to the depths of their beings. Whatever one is feeling, the other two feel it just as intensely.
I enjoyed the chemistry between Vivian and Jude-- it made for some hot sex, crazy humor and some really endearing moments.
Coopmans adds the element of suspense to this series and I enjoy how she's able to keep us guessing right to the end. If her stories were movies, there would be tons of action complete with hot cars (or motorcycles), hot men, sexy women, guns and a whole lot of muscle. Perfect for a weekend wind down from the week's daily grind. And Jude... sexy with his glasses and brainiac mind, his dirty mouth, his big... and his intense and unwavering love and loyalty. He's the package deal.
D4/5
Profile Image for Jan .
2,157 reviews45 followers
March 5, 2017
Jude Westbrooke not only hurt me with words he can never take back, but he ruined my traitorous body for another man.

Jude continues where Riddick left off so if you haven't read the first book in The Saints series I recommend you read that first. Jude could be read as a stand alone but these are a close group knit of men and a family and to get the broader picture of the lives of Jude and Vivian read Riddick first with Cora and Riddick's story and Jude and Vivian's involvement and how it has lead to there story.

Jude is a narcotics cop ex forces along with his friends Riddick and Tyson. Alpha males with big hearts but all at some point in there lives have women problems.

Riddick is now facing his happily ever after but Jude, oh Jude messed up big time with Vivian.

"I'm claiming what should have been mine all along. Stand back and enjoy the ride , people, because I'm about to show her the man she walked away from."

Jude completely redeems himself in this book and just when you think Vivian and Jude are on there way to steady ground it becomes a read with suspense and mystery when Jude begins to get threats and the guys begin to investigate the stalker that has become desperate and protection and high alert is in order for Jude who wants to protect his girl.

Jude lost Vivian once he has no intention's of letting her go again.

Another brilliant, hot and intense read yet again from Kathy Coopmans, I love these guys and with tasters of Tyson's love life and his heartache I am also looking forward to that too.

Arc gratefully received for review purposes
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Profile Image for Emma Johnston.
918 reviews28 followers
February 28, 2017
There is nothing better than a man who is seen to be geeky and know his way around a computer, and turns out to be dirty mouthed and oh so sexy! This is exact, what Jude is and I love him so much!

We met Vivian and Jude in Riddick (book one) and straight away knew there was a history. It's not until the first few pages of this book that we find out exactly what that history is. Vivian was an exceptional heroine, after everything she has been through she still stood tall.

I loved this story, it's pace was exactly what I liked and action packed to the brim. I always love Kathy Coopmans books because of this and this is no different. She always has me hooked on the first page.

I was so excited for this book and now I've read it, I'm even more excited for Tyson's book. There is clearly a story as to why Tyson was left at the altar and I can't wait to officially meet Lynne and find out why!

Another phenomenal 5 stars from Kathy Coopmans! Thank you for always allowing me your ARCs <3

Read and reviewed on behalf of Ever Growing Book Obsession blog
Profile Image for Amy.
693 reviews
February 20, 2017
Jude
Kathy Coopmans
4 stars

Jude and Vivian -- Although this is a standalone Jude picks up where Riddick leaves us. Vivian's decision has been made and is there regret or is it what needed to happen. Months later Jude and Vivian need to work through the events that put them where they are now. (I am being sketchy in my description just in case someone wants to pick up Riddick first)

Jude is a man trying to right his wrong while Vivian is sassy and independent. Knowing Jude is not good for her or maybe not what she needs she is standing her ground. Hashing out the past a love story blooms. A very scary but loving story ... there is a lot going on here. Riddick and Cora appear in this book as well as Ethan so again if you haven't read Riddick and you want to then please stop and pick that one up first.

We know that Tyson is coming next which proves to be a good one as well. I have to tell you Tyson is a bad Mo Fo. There are some additional really great secondary characters in this release.

Thank you for the ARC. Review to post to Ramblings From Beneath The Sheets.



Profile Image for Belinda.
147 reviews
February 28, 2017
Wow! I could not put this book down. From the amazing cover to the action packed storyline. Let me just say, I started reading and just finished at 1:43 am. If you thought Riddick was smoking hot! Jude is blazing! Full of suspense and hot hot bedroom scene, this book will keep you on your toes right to then end. Just when you think you know how this will end, BAM, in comes the twist. Loved this..
5+++ Read!
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2,788 reviews1,361 followers
March 14, 2017
As much as I hate giving low ratings I had to give this one only 3 stars for a few reasons. 1) This is not really a standalone book!! I felt that I really was missing so much of the story because I haven't read Riddick (Book 1 of Saints Series). 2) Way to descriptive and repetitive!! I found myself skimming over large parts of the book just to get to dialogue instead of all of the overdone inner feelings of these two characters. 3) I wanted to love Jude and Vivian but I just couldn't connect with them because so much of the story revolved around other characters in the group which really stems from reason #1. 4) The timeframe was so jumbled and quick. Without reading the first book Jude and Vivian's romance seems to occur overnight as well as all of the twists and turns. For these reasons it took me a long time to get through this story and why my rating is so low. I may try to go back and read Riddick (book #1) then do a reread Jude (book #2) because I really did think that the storyline has potential. This would also prepare me for the release of Tyson (?) (book #3) another character that was heavily mentioned during this book and hinted too as the subject of the next book.

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702 reviews14 followers
September 26, 2020
היי חברים וחברות,
זהו ספר שהוא המשך ישיר למה שהיה בספר הראשון (רידיק) לכל המופתעים שהזוג הראשי בספר הראשון ביחד בסוף... אז אזהרת ספויילר.

ראשית 🌟
ראשי 🌟
כתיבה ⭐
עלילה ?????

ציון כללי 🌟 (אחד!)

הסיפור פה, הוא על חברו של רידיק (פרשתי מהספר הראשון אז לא בטוחה מה היה שם אחרי השליש בערך..) גם כן שוטר בשם ג'וד. ו... אחות של הראשית מהראשון (??) ויוויאן.. אשר חטפה קליע בספר הראשון.
אין לי מושג למה ואיך... אבל היא הצילה את קארה (??).

לויויאן וג'וד היה לילה מטורף של סקס, אבל ג'וד החליט להרוס את זה... והם לא נפרדו בטוב, הפגישה שלהם עכשיו זה חצי שנה אחרי, איפה שג'וד החליט שהוא חייב לכבוש את ליבה... והיא לעומתה לא רוצה בכך, כי הוא שבר את ליבה (??) (נראה לי יותר פגע לה באגו... אבל שוב, לא קראתי לא בטוחה).
ההתחלה הייתה פצצה!! אפילו שלחתי לחברה שהיא צדקה והספר טוב...

אלא מה....... הוא התחיל להיהרס~ היא סלחה לו מהר ואז הם פשוט התחילו להתחרמן (ציטוט מדוייק) ופרשתי.
לא אהבתי לא את הכתיבה, לא התרגום ולא העריכה (אף אחת מהן) אז... כיף שיש לי גם את השלישי 🤦🏼‍♀️


אז ציטוטים של ההתחלה שהיו מהממים 😍

הספר מתחיל משברון לב של ויויאן על מה שג'וד עשה.

*הוא מושך נשים על ימין ועל שמאל והוא יודע את זה. הוא מנצל את זה באופן שרק גבר רדוד כמוהו יכול לנצל, וגבר שיכול לגרום לאישה להרגיש כאילו היא לא שווה כלום הוא בכלל לא גבר, לא משנה כמה הוא נראה טוב, כמה הוא שנון וכמה קסם יש לו.*

והניסיונות הכושלים שלה להמשיך הלאה...

*המשפטים הרומנטיים שאמר לי הפכו כולם למשפטים ללא מוצא בזמן שלעס וירק אותי כאילו הייתי רעל בפיו כאשר ביטא את המילים האחרונות שאמר לי.*

ויויאן מספרת לנו איך הלילה נגמר מנקודת מבטה...

*לבסוף הסטתי את מבטי מעיניו הקרות כקרח, לאחר שעשיתי זאת, שאלתי אותו ברוח טובה אם הוא מוכן ללוות אותי לרכב שלי שנמצא במרחק שני רחובות .
הוא הצביע על הטלפון שלי, שהיה בידי, ואמר:
"אם את מסמסת לסרסור שלך, תבקשי ממנו ברא ולקחת אותך."
מה לעזאזל ?! הפה שלי נשמט לרצפה ומייד מה על רגלי. נתתי לו בעיטה במפשעה, התלבשתי במהירות, לקחתי את תיק היד שלי והשארתי בן זונה אגואיסט וינב, שלמעשה הוא קרא לי זונה, על רצפת חדר השינה שלו. הראש שלי הסתחרר , הבדל נפגע והתחלתי להתעצבן. התעצבנתי עד כדי כך שאני לא מצליחה להיזכר בהליכה למכונית שלי או לאן נסעתי לאחר מכן. הדבר היחיד שאני יודעת הוא שלא חזרתי לעצמי.*


ועכשיו אנחנו בהווה... מתי שג'וד מנסה להחזיר אותה..

*"אני רואה אותך , את כולך את כל הכאב הרגשי שאת מסתירה, אני רואה שאת זקוקה נואשות לעזרה , ובכל זאת את עקשנית מכדי לבקש, תני לי לעזור לך, תני לי להיות הלוחם שאת זקוקה לו"
אני לא רוצה את העזרה שלו. אני לא צריכה את העזרה שלו . אני פשוט רוצה שילך.*

וקצת חופר על זה .. אבל אפשר להגיד שזה היה מקסים, הפוץ הבין שהוא אשם, וחיפש דרכים לתקן את זה, ניתן לו נקודות זכות על כך.

*אני גם הולך למצוא את האישה הזאת . נמאס לי להסתפק במשהו קטן כשהאישה שחשובה לי התעופפה מהעיניים לפני שאמרה לי את ה'לך תזדיין' שהגיע לי. אבל אני מתערב איתכם שיש לי יותר תכסיסים משהיא חושבת כדי לגרום לה לדבר איתי, לגרום לה לתת לי הזדמנות. אני לא מוותר.*

הבחור ממש מאוהב בה....

*האישה הזאת מהממת, כולל הבעיטה המהממת ששלחה לביצים שלי באותו ערב שבו התייחסתי אליה בצורה לא ראויה.*

אני אוהבת כאשר יש בספר פניה לקוראים... זה נהדר לטעמי

*אני תובע את מה שהיה אמור להיות שלי מההתחלה. תתרווחו בכיסא ותיהנ�� מהנסיעה, אנשים, כי אני עומד להראות לך את הגבר שממנו ברחה.*

והיה לספר כ"כ הרבה פוטנציאל! כי היא עמדה על שלה!!!

*"אתה ואני הזדיינו היה נהדר. כנראה לא יצאתי מהמיטה מספיק מהר בעיניך אז סילקת אותי. מה שאמרת לי פגע בי, אני לא אוהבת להיפגע, ג'וד, ואני בהחלט לא מתכוונת לפגוע באחותי. ולכן זו ההצעה שלי . לך ולי יש חברים שאכפת לנו מהם . אנחנו נצטרך להתראות. מכאן ואילך, אני אשכח כל מה שקרה באותו לילה ואעמיד פנים שזה לא קרה."*

והוא גם כן.. עמד על שלו...

*"להעמיד פנים שזה לא קרה? אבל זה קרה, ויויאן זה קרה שלוש פעמים, ליתר דיוק. שלוש פעמים הזין שלי היה קבור בתוך הכוס הכי מדהים שאי פעם פגשתי, הלשון שלי הייתה בתוך פה שלא יכולתי להפסיק ללקק . אין הצדקה למה שאמרתי. זו הייתה טעות. טעות כל כך קשה שלפני שאושפזת, במהלך האשפוז ואחריו, נקרעתי מבפנים. וכשהלכת, הרגשתי שאני מתפרק לגורמים. לא משנה איך הרגשתי. מה שחשוב זו את. אני מצטער שפגעתי בך אני מצטער שהנחתי משהו לא נכון. אז בזמן שאת משקרת לעצמך ומעמידה פנים שהלילה הזה לא קרה, אני מתכוון להזכיר לך שהוא בהחלט קרה."
"בחלומות שלך. אני לא רוצה שום קשר איתך, אז אתה יכול ללכת להזדיין." ידה עפה וסוטרת לי על פניי.

והיה פוטנציאל אדיר וכבר שמחתי....


*ניסיתי כמה שיכולתי לדבר איתה לבד ולהתנצל אבל היא התרחקה ממני ככל שיכלה. ואז הכול הסתבך. היא הפכה לגיבורה. ירתה באדם כדי להציל את קורה ובסוף נורתה בעצמה.*


ואז הם מתחילים להזדיין... מלא 🤷🏼‍♀️
ובגסות מטורפת, אני מבינה שזה ספר אירוטי ושאמור להיות פה סקס.. אבל היה לי בלתי נסבל לקרוא את הסצנות פה, משהו פה, לטעמי לפחות, נעשה רע.. בשבילי.
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1,408 reviews43 followers
March 3, 2017
Title: Jude
Author: Kathy Coopmans

4 unexpected stars



This was the first time i've had the chance to read a novel written by Kathy Coopmans, and my only regret is not having started from the first book in the series. Kathy Coopmans has a habit of making me rethink what i think of her characters all throughout the book when i had first thought that i had them figured out. Just like Jude, the man that i pegged as a man unable to change his ways, to really believe his own words and not be able to be part of the world. But then, out comes Vivian, who makes him feel things he hadn't felt in so long and the world seemed brighter for it. The way these two met had no strings attached, a one night stand, and what i loved about it, is that at the last minute, thoughts about one another made one night into much longer than that.

4.5 sexy dreams



Too bad i hadn't had a chance to get my hands on this series so much sooner, because quite frankly, Vivian and Jude had me reading faster than i could have ever imagined, wanting to find out as soon as possible how they would end: would it become something real and long term? Or would the one night stand with the ever present images in their minds, as far as it'll go? I couldn't believe all the things that happened and my opinions kept changing so often, that it's any wonder that i didn't get any whiplash!! I can't wait to read more from Kathy Coopmans because she stunned me and made me a fan to her works!


*ARC provided by Author in exchange for an honest review.
Reviewed by Kathleen, The Small Girl from A small girl, her man and her books







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Profile Image for CHERRY0BLOSSOMS.
430 reviews5 followers
May 17, 2017
I gave this book 5 Stars!

Kathy has once again brung as book full of emotions, love, suspense and Hot Dominant Alpha male. I absolutely didn't love Jude when I read him in Riddick but by the second chapter of this book, I knew he was going to become my new book boyfriend.

We meet Vivian and Jude in Riddick and we got to see a glimpse of these two, so when Kathy announced she was writting Jude story I knew we would get a good one. The suspense of not knowing and who it turns out to be what just mind blowing. The way she twists it beyond words.

Definitely worth the time and I highly recommend reading this book and series. Can't wait to get Tyson story...I have a feeling Kathy is going yo go out with this heartbreaking tale.
February 19, 2017
I had a hard time putting this book down, this book will definitely keep you on your toes with the suspense written into the story. The sexy times are hot enough to melt your kindle, I really enjoyed this book. I love that just when I thought I had it figured out, I was thrown for another loop. I recommend this one.
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Author 10 books781 followers
March 3, 2017
Loved this!!
Jude and Vivian's story was a great read! Jude is a sexy cop who doesn't mind showing a softer side. His glasses are a plus! His love for Vivian is touching and the two have incredible chemistry. Vivian is a feisty, strong willed woman. Exactly the type of heroine I adore. The story is fast paced and filled with twists and turns you never see coming. I thoroughly enjoyed this story. Highly recommended.
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1,032 reviews78 followers
March 1, 2017

When a misunderstanding clouds Jude's judgement, Vivian's world gets turned upside down. Jude sets out single-mindedly to fight for Vivian's forgiveness. With so much else to deal with and trying to get back to work and back in full health, she is pretty quick to reward his efforts and allow Jude into her life.

"Nothing is going to change the fact that I hurt you. Not a goddamn word I say is going to justify my actions. All I can do is tell you I’m sorry and mean it. Because I do mean it. The pain in your eyes right now is killing me, knowing I put it there. I’m so sorry I hurt you.”

Jude is the second book in The Saints series. I really loved the first book, Riddick and went into this one hoping for the same feeling, but didn't fall in love with this one as quickly. I am very glad I gave it a chance, though and continued reading. I really enjoyed the suspenseful storyline of the second half of the book!

"I wouldn’t change a thing about the woman who makes me see a future full of happiness. A woman who will drive me insanely mad with want simply because I’m in her presence. A woman who cares about the simple things in life."

Jude is a glasses wearing computer nerd who is also a dirty talking macho alpha police officer!! The author did a great job of blending the sides of his personality into a great character. Definitely a swoon-worthy hero!
3.5 Stars
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545 reviews3 followers
February 28, 2017
WOW! I LOVED Jude...I thought Riddick was HOT but the geeky, nerdy, Alpha-with-a-tude Jude? INSANE!! Kathy Coopmans has become one of my fave authors....I just can't get enough.

We met Jude and Vivian in Riddick and you just knew there was a story there...and what a story it is! Jude made a huge mistake when he hooked up with Vivian, and he shows what he's made of when he realizes that Vivian is the woman for him! NOTHING will stand in his way...not even Vivian herself! I loved the way this sexy, dirty-talking Alpha cop shows her his true feelings, which turned my heart to mush and had me rooting for him...hard! Vivian is one of my favourite heroines. She's tough as nails on the outside but inside, she wants what her "sister" has...the love of a good man and a couple of kids, will do ANYTHING to protect those she loves (and DOES) She's feisty, sassy, and sarcastic, but underneath all that beats the heart of a loving, caring, truly giving woman! She was so hurt by what Jude said...can she forgive, forget and trust the only man she ever felt anything for?

The suspense, the twists and turns in this roller coaster ride of a romance had me on the edge of my seat! This story blew me away in so many ways...the flow, the depth, the terrifying theme that was dealt with in a way that was so true to Jude and Vivian's characters...and, of course, the panty-melting sex scenes!

And can I just say I can't WAIT for Tyson and Lynne's story?! I know this one will be a total cry-fest!! I strongly recommend this book to anyone, but you really need to read Riddick first to get the back story!! Thank you Kathy for another absolutely riveting read!
87 reviews1 follower
March 24, 2017
Jude is the second instalment in The Saints series with Riddick being the first. We learned quite a bit about these two....and learned there was history between them in Riddick, but this book clearly gives us so much more as to their individual pasts and what really went down that fateful night.

Jude....my my my there is so much to him!!! Beneath that tough alpha exterior is an honest, loyal and selfless man that I truly fell in love with! He wears his heart on his sleeve and that's what I found so endearing...he's not afraid to show his vulnerability or his soft side. Then there's Vivian or "Red" as he calls her <~~~~~ I freaking LOVED that nickname! I could just visualise him saying that with a smirk while wearing his geek glasses!!!! GAH!!!!! *fanning myself!*. Uh....is it getting a wee bit hot in here?!?!?!?! ;) She too is as giving as he is (always putting everyone before herself) but with a shot of sass and tenacity that made me warm to her! These two combined are a force to be reckoned with as they are fiercely loyal and protective to those whom they hold dear...their families and friends.

When letters start arriving to Jude that become threatening and it's determined he has a stalker (or so it seems) he will do anything to find out who is behind the letters to put a stop to them. But through investigating, things aren't quite as they seem. Jude quickly realises both he, Vivian and their families/friends are in great danger from this delusional person or persons! Will they find out who is behind the letters? Will they be able to put a stop to the threats and violence once and for all? Will they finally be able to look past this situation and move forward?

Kathy did a fantastic job incorporating bits from Riddick with Jude to make the story flow easily. She had the secondary characters balanced perfectly as to not lose focus on Jude and Vivian's story. This was a story easily followed, extremely intense and was definitely a page turner book! After finishing Jude, I am really looking forward to Tyson's story next!!!
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159 reviews1 follower
March 8, 2017
where to start? only 25% and I think ai know where this is going (I mean psycho sending pink envelopes, come on).
I feel like I missed a part of the book. Maybe because I didn't read the first one, but it was not about them. Their way of think about each other does not feel right. They 'only' share one night and do not know each other. They are trying to get to know each other. However, they are acting like they knew each other for years, like they were friends or something... so confusing.... I think I'll fast read this one....was promising though...
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1,267 reviews94 followers
February 22, 2017
There was a misunderstanding. He disrespected her. He thought she was something she was not.

"I knew it was a one-night stand. It was the perfect night before all hell broke loose."

He tried to explain and apologize. But he had hurt her. She ran and then a terrible accident happened...she was in the hospital for days. He stayed by her side but never got to take back the things he said to hurt her.

Ohhh the push and pull in this book was sooo freaking good. Ya'll are sooo going to love you some Jude with his Alpha Male self and Vivian, yesss...she is the perfect sassiness to give Jude a run for his money..lol This book was total hotness like all Coopmans books and some good ole drama that I never expected and made me keep turning those pages dying to know what was going to happen next!!!

I gave this book 5 iScream Books stars!!! I just loved me some Jude and Vivian! And one more thing, cuz we always need to stop and admire Coopmans Cover models!!! They are sooo yummy and always perfect for my muse while reading her books!! : )
Profile Image for Maria Angie Mendoza.
2,949 reviews20 followers
February 28, 2017
Fast paced, hot, steamy read. This is Jude and Vivian's story. Theirs was a sweet, sexy romance between fiery, dirty talking Vivian and geeky glass wearing cop Jude.
Then...when you think the story is going in one direction...BOOM!
Sharp turn in a completely different direction.
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1,949 reviews30 followers
March 29, 2017
Jumping to the wrong conclusion, hurtful words and misunderstandings do not make for a good start to a relationship. Or can they?
Boy did Jude have his work cut out for him trying to win back feisty headstrong Vivian. But she had a bit of a secret that he soon found out she wanted him just as much. Her tug of war feelings made me smile where something like that usually frustrates me in a book. I think it was because I genuinely liked Vivian. She didn't mess with his head or lead him on. She laid it out "You hurt me, you #sshole!"
Then I fell super hard for Jude because he made his mistake, he owned his mistake and was going to get his girl!!! He knew he had her heart he just had to get head in the right place. He had an Alpha side but it was his sweet gentle side that made my heart melt.
A mystery brewing while their love story was building made this a book I couldn't put down. Another action packed ending in this series and an epilogue that was perfect but also left me wanting the next one ASAP!
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184 reviews4 followers
February 18, 2017
Kathy Coopmans gave me a book hangover. Again. I loved Jude and Vivian. I swear I needed tissues for the first 28% of the book which is one of the highest compliments I can pay to an author. The story just had me in its grips and I could not put it down. Life and love are rarely simple and these two had a lot to overcome. Love will prevail is not unusual in stories. The way this story is written Jude and Vivian prevail not just through love but with determination, friendship, fortitude and strength of character. I couldn't recommend this book or this series more. Kathy writes with such intelligence yet the book is infused with humor and lighthearted banter between friends. And the hotness factor - wow. This book deserves far more than the 5 stars I'm able to give it.
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972 reviews
February 23, 2017
“I’ll hold your hand if you hold mine.”

SEXY, EXCITING AND FULL OF SUSPENSE!

After reading Riddick last year I couldn't wait to get my hands on Jude and Viven's story! This book had it all! Who doesn't love a book with a crazy stalker on the lose! I couldn't stop turning the pages!

Jude and Viven are on fire together, and I love seeing how strong and compassionate they both truly are.
And the ending, ugh swoon worthy to say the least..

But now am hooked and I need Tyson and Lynne's story, I feel it's going to be epic! Ugh I can't wait!

**ARC RECEIVED IN EXCHANGE FOR AN HONEST REVIEW**
Profile Image for Karrie Mellott Puskas.
658 reviews6 followers
February 12, 2017
Jude, a man that you will find that as much as a bad ass he really is, he has a side of himself that will totally melt your heart.

He and Vivian had a one night stand that we learned in Riddick. And we know that Vivian is a heroine in Riddick. Vivian goes away for therapy and comes back 6months later. 6 months too long in Jude's eye. He has a lot to say to her and he isn't going to go down with a fight.

Jude has been captivated by Vivian ever since his one night with her and he knows he has to swallow his pride and apologize to her. He does everything he can to get to Vivian to apologize.

Once this couple have finally gotten together, something is about to turn their lives upside down. I'm not going to go into details. BUT I will say this. You will be determined to find out what the hell is going on and who, what, when and how will be on your mind. You won't be able to put it down.

I fell in love with Vivian and Jude as a couple. They will grab your heart and you'll want to see them coming out of their situation stronger than ever.
809 reviews
September 17, 2021
After reading and loving Riddick this book was a huge disappoint and ver y difficult to get through. It was very repetitive and the first 100 pages was a rehash of the one night stand/disaster between Jude and Vivian that included them talking in their heads about it. Boring. After page 100 the stalker is introduced however it was still repetitive from before. I skimmed a lot of the book for the dialogue which wasn't a lot. It picked up at page 170 until the end which was only 30 pages.
I'm not sure where all the four and five stars come from.
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