by K.A. Tucker
Series: Burying Water #4
Genres: Romantic Suspense
Source: Publisher
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Ivy, a talented tattoo artist who spent the early part of her twenties on the move, is finally looking for a place to call home. She thinks she might have found it in San Francisco, but all that changes when she witnesses a terrible crime. She’s ready to pack up her things yet again, when a random encounter with a stranger keeps her in the city, giving her reason to stay after all. That is, until Ivy discovers that their encounter wasn’t random. Not at all…
K.A. Tucker has found her niche and I sure as heck hope she continues writing romantic suspense. Surviving Ice is the last book in the Burying Water series. Tucker saved the best for last. Snarky tattoo artist Ivy, finally gets her story. In Surviving Ice readers will get plenty of swoons and a nail-biting suspense with a twist.
Coffee dates with Surviving Ice
- First Date: Ivy is back in San Francisco working side by side with her Uncle Ned in his tattoo parlor. For the first time she is considering setting down roots until she witnesses a terrible crime and unwittingly places herself in danger. Sebastian is ex-Navy Seal and a bit of drifter. He does odd jobs for a private security firm. His most recent assignment has him traveling to San Francisco, to retrieve potentially dangerous information and eliminating any threats. Meeting and assessing Ivy is part of the job and the two have serious chemistry but do not ask them to admit it. I am all in after this first date and ordering a pizza.
- Second date: Tucker lays the groundwork creating a suspenseful tale notched with danger. All the while she peels back Sebastian’s layers exposing his troubled past. He is not a bad boy, but a SEAL, sworn to protect. The more I learned the deeper I swooned. Ivy is such a tough cookie, and you can see that Sebastian unnerves her. She questions the events surrounding the accident and it causes problems. We get to spend time with clients of the tattoo parlor and Ivy’s friends all while danger lurks around us. I wasn’t overly worried because Sebastian has our six. While the danger is high, the banter, sexy time and Ivy’s array of friends kept the tone light.
- Third date: We have known since the beginning that Sebastian is working a case, but Ivy has become more than that and both are so vulnerable. They have trust issues, but together they seem stronger and bring out the best in each other. Tucker has them opening up and sharing. I had to eat a truffle or two. Their chemistry is off the charts from their teasing banter to their heated touches. Sebastian in his investigation uncovers things that put them both in danger. Tucker notched up the suspense and threw in some twists. One of the things I love about Tucker is that she does not overdo the relationship drama; she creates just enough angst to keep me flipping the pages. I was very satisfied with the way my date concluded from the case to the relationship. Tucker even threw in a nice epilogue that had me grinning.
Surviving Ice and the entire Burying Waters series was delightful, action-packed and swoon-worthy. It ended up being my favorite of the series. I cannot wait to see what Tucker does next. *fingers-crossed it falls in the romantic suspense genre*
Olivia
I see everyone loving this series! I need to start it soon!
kimbacaffeinate
Yes, ten thousand times yes…I love this series
Genesis
I loved Surviving Ice! As for my fave of the series, it’s a tie between Becoming Rain and Surviving Ice 🙂 I recently got He Will Be My Ruin by her and it looks like it’s suspense! It comes out next year and I’m so excited to read it. She never disappoints 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
Ya know I loved them all, Chasing River was pretty awesome too..LOL It’s a good thing when you love more than one! I have He Will Be My Ruin too and hope it rocks 🙂
Fran
I have one of the other books in this series (I think it’s book 2), but I haven’t found the time to read it yet. I’ve heard many great things about this author, so I am glad you enjoyed it!
kimbacaffeinate
I hope you love it when you do!
Wattle
I have the first of this series on my wishlist, I’ve enjoyed reading your reviews for them all so I’ll definitely have to check it out soon 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
Awesome, I have thoroughly enjoyed this series and hope you do as well
Sharon
I have a couple of books by this author on my kindle and it’s about time I read them. This series sounds like something I’d enjoy. Great review.
kimbacaffeinate
I hope you do Sharon. While I liked both series, this is my favorite .
Naomi
Sigh… I really enjoyed this one too! The closet/bed scene! Wowzas! Ivy was such a great character and I loved seeing Sebastian change his path after being around her. Great review!
kimbacaffeinate
Right..wowza indeed!
Jennifer (Bad Bird Reads)
Yay! This one was my fav of the series too. You are so right, Tucker doesn’t overdue the relationship drama. It’s so organic in her books. I fell for this book so bad!
kimbacaffeinate
That is exactly how it is Jennifer..perfect description.
Kristin
I’ve only read two books from this series so far but I love em! I think this was the last book in the series but I hope I’m wrong. I loved the sketchy MC’s that have you cringing at the beginning but rooting for by the end.
kimbacaffeinate
Glad to hear you loved the first two Kristin. It is the last book, but she does have a new release in February 🙂
Ramona
I have to try this series! Everyone seems positively delighted with it and I was never one to say no to swoon-worthiness 😛 Wonderful review.
kimbacaffeinate
I hope you try them Ramona.
Sharon - Obsession with Books
I’m pleased to see you enjoyed this too Kimba! It wasn’t my fave in the series but I really liked Ivy & Sebastian together and the suspense was great.
A lovely review! Sharon – Obsession with Books
kimbacaffeinate
I know I loved Becoming Rain and Chasing River too…LOL
Sophia Rose
I devoured Ivy’s story and then sat there all sad that the series was over. I hope she does more romantic suspense, too. When I read Burying Water, I got a huge surprise b/c her other series was so different.
kimbacaffeinate
I prefer her writing romantic suspense 🙂
The Bibliophile Babe
Sebastian sounds so interesting! Can’t wait to read this one.
kimbacaffeinate
He was indeed..yummy too 🙂
Nise'
I am a book behind in this series, but will listen to them all!
kimbacaffeinate
Ooo I bet these are good on audio Nise’
Ksenia
I’ve heard a lot of positive things about this series. I definitely need to pick it up soon, because I love romantic suspense. Great review, Kim!
kimbacaffeinate
I love romantic suspense too Ksenia 🙂
Braine Talk Supe
Damn this slump! I plan to binge read the entire series next month, fingers crossed I’m over this stupid slump
kimbacaffeinate
Damn those slumps. Listen to the Martian on audio it will cure what ails you
Kathy
I have the first couple of books in this series and have put off reading them because several people have not enjoyed them. I’m glad to know that you enjoyed the series because I trust your judgement, and it’s pretty aligned with my own.
kimbacaffeinate
Well I am glad I could sway you to at least try them Kathy.
blodeuedd
Everyone seems to be liking this one
kimbacaffeinate
Yay…I am glad to hear that 🙂
Mary Kirkland
That sounds like it has the making for a really good book and series.
kimbacaffeinate
Sadly this was the last book in the series, but a blast.
Aurian
This sounds very good, new author to me. Thanks Kimba!
kimbacaffeinate
Happy to share. How is the weather in your neck of the woods Aurian?
Aurian
Here in Holland it is a bit warm for the time of year, 14 degrees Celsius, but the days are grey. I long for some sunshine.
kimbacaffeinate
*does quick conversion in head* so it’s around 60 degrees Fahrenheit. You are warmer than me. It is 9.2 degrees Celsius here, but very sunny.
Angela Adams
Great premise! Thanks for the post!!
kimbacaffeinate
I thought so too, thanks Angela
Katherine
This sounds fantastic! I know you’ve enjoyed this series so I’m glad the last one did not disappoint. Now I get to look forward to actually starting the series!
kimbacaffeinate
Enjoy Katherine, I had fun with them 🙂
Heidi
I didn’t quite connect with this one as I have the others. I don’t know probably just me or my mood. I liked the characters and the supsense and I totally agree that Tucker doesn’t overdo the drama and angst.
kimbacaffeinate
Awe, that is a shame. I adored this couple
Sarah
I really, REALLY need this series in my life. I am not the biggest New Adult fan but I know this series is perfect for me. Great review, Kimberly 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
Sarah I have long struggled with the label of New Adult for this series..to me it feels adult.
Candace
I read her first book and I guess it just didn’t really work so well for me so I’ve been hesitant to read more. But I know that I should consider reading something else of hers so maybe one day I’ll read this series.
kimbacaffeinate
In this series?
Tyler H Jolley
Great review, Kim! I love that the book made you need a truffle. I’m going to start paying attention to what food my favorite books make me crave.
kimbacaffeinate
haha…truffles are good when you are anxious
Lily B
ahh this book is everywhere today, i like the sound of the suspense added to it
kimbacaffeinate
LOL, it is a favorite series
kindlemom1
So many reviews for this book this week and all of them fabulous! I so need to get my hands on this.
kimbacaffeinate
Yes….they are Christy and Kimberly recommended!!
Debbie Haupt
Great review Kim, I haven’t read her but wow I LOVE a good romantic suspense. I’m picking this up!
kimbacaffeinate
This series has been wonderful Debbie
Nick
So happy you loved this one, Kim! I enjoyed it very much myself. 🙂 Ivy and Sebastian were such a great swoony pair and the suspense was done really well too although Becoming Rain will always be my favorite!
By the way, I love your little tags! The snarky one made me laugh. 🙂
Lovely review, Kim!
kimbacaffeinate
Aren’t they fun. I am using the UBB add-on Icons and Parajunkee’s Flat Blogger Icons. The UBB is cool because you can click on Snark and see all the books I labeled with it.. Together is was 20 bucks. I am an affiliate with Nose Graze and buy all her gadgets
Lexxie
Excellent review, Kim! I agree with everything you said, the way the story unfolded with Ivy and Sebastian slowly sharing things with each other was very well done, and the danger lurking in the background was ever present.
I also hope Tucker will stick with some suspense in her future books, as she does it so well.
kimbacaffeinate
I am excited about her next release..it looks very good!
Kathryn
I’ve noted it as you’ve read through this series and seen how much you enjoyed them so have put them into my wish list in Audible and hope to listen to them. I enjoyed her Ten Tiny Breaths so figure I’ll like these as well.
kimbacaffeinate
I love her Ten Tiny Breaths series too Kathryn, but I think these are stronger.
melliane
It’s great that after so many books it’s still that good like that! I saw many great reviews about the series, I should try it one day!
kimbacaffeinate
Yes. There are 4 books and I am sad the series is over, but excited about her next release
Christy LoveOfBooks
Ivy is my boo, yo. <— Did that sound as lame to you as it did to me? Good. Seriously, I want to say it's my favorite too, but dang it, I love how well done Becoming Rain was. And then there's River … Tucker makes it so difficult!
kimbacaffeinate
Yes…I thought about this and ended up putting Chasing River on my top ten list..lol it’s just that I love Ivy.