One Marine, Hero

Captain Jake Woodley is a marine helicopter pilot who survived a crash in Afghanistan and came home hailed as a hero. He's suffering PTSD and survivor's guilt, but doesn't seek treatment because it will ground him from active duty. He is part of the crew that pilots helicopters for the Prez, VP and press corps. He doesn't want to give this up, and instead spends his off-flight duty hours getting blind drunk. While attending a White House party, he's approached by Matt \"Beau\" Beaumont--and given an indecent proposal, one Jake doesn't turn down.
They spend that night together and decide on more--which is new for Jake. He's never \"come out\" because he's never wanted a relationship, but this changes with Beau.
Beau is a fashion reporter, a big demotion from his downsized DC newspaper reporting job. He's kinda sensitive over this, and finds Jake's esteemed position to be admirable and intimidating. In the effort to boost himself to a new byline, Matt undertakes some investigative reporting--which plays into the intrigue subplot that takes over the second half of the book.
Jake's alcoholism is a problem at work, and it seems he's being given strange assignments as a result--he begins to wonder if he's being set-up as a fall guy. And Beau is unwilling to be with a drunk; he's lived that life before. It's clear that Jake is struggling, but he works hard, not only for his career, but also for Beau's approval.
I did like this book. The author adds unique details from her experience at White House events, and also as a helicopter pilot. I also liked the hurt/comfort aspect of the story. I honestly wished for a bit more romantic development--and some more intriguing sexytimes. That said, the mystery subplot was and interesting twist I hadn't anticipated. It built into a high stakes game that led to injury and further hurt/comfort...and the relationship between Jake and Beau took a bit of a beating, before the end came. Expect some tears.

I have to say ... I loved this book from the beginning!
The story , mystery and romance, is well written. From the first chapter you want to get to know Jake and Beau .... who they are and what they want.
Jake is a Marine, a Hero .... but He doesn't feel like one. Jake is struggling with recognition and dealing poorly with what happened.
Beau , is a reporter who has been covering the fashion industry after been laid off from his position at a more prominent newspaper.
Jake and Beau have something in common .... they have a big heart and good intentions. Sometimes those can get you in trouble.
The romance, good humor and the discovery of the conspiracy theories are what make this book , in my opinion, one of the best books by this author.