A Welcome Return

So glad we get to learn more about Jack, Joker and some of the other side characters mentioned in Kings series, as well as welcoming back some of the Kings, if in smaller roles.

Also really, really happy to see Greg back narrating Charlie's books. He's one of the best and one of the very few narrators who actually narrates the story, rather than just reading aloud in an overly deep voice. Not only is his narration of the story spot on in pace, tone and intonation but his characterisation is perfect, he literally acts the dialogue and it's like a whole bunch of actors are in the booth, not just one man. Along with Joel Leslie and Nick J Russo, Greg is in my top 3 narrators because they enhance the story and elevate it, giving the listener a new experience even if they already know the story because they've read it.

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Fantastic!

This is a fantastic audiobook and story. Fitz comes home and reconnects with Jack, explaining why he couldn't be with him before, and their connection is as hot as ever. But, a stalker dogs their steps. Is he after Jack or Fitz, and how does he know where they are and what they are doing? Then, Fitz sees a side of Jack he knew was there, but had never experienced before and it almost tears them apart. This story had some drama, suspense, funny and entertaining camaraderie among the guys and their significant others, a *chosen* family of former military men, a charity auction, automobile accident, and explosions. Lots of action, romance, humor, and love. You don't have to have read or listened to the Four Kings novels to understand this one, but you will probably have trouble keeping the characters straight if you haven't. I loved the melodrama between Joker and Gio, and I can't wait to hear more of that story.

Greg Boudreaux' narration was excellent as always. He does such a great job bringing the emotion and humor to these characters' voices. A++!

I received a free copy of this audiobook and listened to it in one sitting - it was that good - and I am voluntarily leaving this honest review.

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A bit of everything

Story: Trademark humor, jokes and snark, dynamic action and sweet as heck development of a relationship. Everything you could expect from a Charlie Cochet book, delivered with prime execution yet again! Awesome book and I am so glad the author decided to write the Wild Cards books! Can't wait to see Joker fall... in love!

Narration: Brilliant! Excellent voice differentiation that makes it easy to follow, even in multi - characters' scenes!

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Great start to the series!

I loved almost every single thing about this book. Jack, especially, he's the perfect book boyfriend. Sweet, generous, resourceful and so damn lovable. Now, while I liked Fitz, the way he reacted certain times made me want to strangle him. And the fact that he allowed Jack to stew for so long after their first encounter, well, it didn't sit right with me. They had chemistry, but I just felt Jack was too good for Fitz. *shrugs*

I absolutely loved catching up with the Kings, Joker, and their significant others, though! And the stalker case was intriguing. I so didn't see that coming!

Greg Boudreaux is amazing and he can do no wrong in my book. Stacking the Deck wasn't the exception. He has great comedic timing and such a knack to keep voices distinctive, which I'm sure is especially difficult with an ensemble cast book such as this one.

If you can pick this one in audio, do yourself a favor and do so. Only listen to the 4 King's Security books first, or you might feel a little lost. I can't wait for Gio and Joker's book.

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Better than book

I really enjoyed listening to the book as much as reading it the narrator really bring out the characters.

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Narrator takes it to another level

These books are fun. A security company where everyone is gay and all their friends are too. This book focused on Jack, the cybersecurity expert. There's a lot of larking about with all the other guys. I liked Jack and Fitz together. And I loved Jack and Joker as a friendship.
I'd read the book so the threat was not a surprise when it came.
The book was fun when I read it but the narrator took the whole thing to another level drawing me in to the camaraderie and friendships between the different groups of friends.
Looking forward to the next book in the series.

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Another enjoyable romance

I just love these Kings security and spin-offs. Off to get the next one

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OMG so good!

I've missed the King's so much and was so excited for this story! I loved seeing all these awesome characters again and Jack and Fitz stole my heart! Jack is such a sweetheart, half of the wild cards dasterly duo but with a heart of gold. Jack had so much love to give and of course Fitz is just perfect for him!

I loved the hints at the next stories and can't wait to learn more about Joker and Gio, and seeing the adorable awkwardness between Joshua and Frank is hilarious, their story is going to be interesting 😉

I loved the thrill and twists in this story and again Charlie surprised me with the "who done it"! Amazing!

if you like hot men, heart, thrills and laughs with characters you can't help but fall for this whole series/world/team is a must read! 😍💜

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loooooooooooooooooooooooooooove it so much

this is amazing.. so much fun.. so sexy and interesting.. and such an amazing narrator who does these personalities beautifully.. it was a lot of fun and intriguing to hear these emotions and characters come to life. i love it

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So So Good

This is the first in the spin-off series Four Kings: Wild Cards & is the story of how Jack & Fitz get their HEA set against the backdrop of a plot against Jack. It a wonderful story full of all Charlie Cochet's trademark action, adventure, humour &, of course, romance. Plus, it's always entertaining to have a bit of time with the rest of the kings.

I loved reading the book, but Greg Boudreaux's performance just brings it to another level... exceptional. 5*

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