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9. At a critical time, Erica explains how much she needs Blake in order to heal after all that she’s been through. What do you think would have happened to Erica had she not had Blake there to support her? In what moments do you feel this healing the most?
 

  
10. Daniel has made many interesting choices in order to protect Erica. Do you think his questionable actions and choices are defensible? Has your perception of Daniel changed based on the newest choices and actions he’s made?

  
11. In the end, Erica makes the choice to report Max’s brutal attack on her. What do you think has changed within Erica, since she decides to report this incident when she wasn’t able to do the same after Mark’s attack? What allows Erica to make that choice now?
 

  
12.
Hardline
ends with a cliffhanger when Erica and Blake both realize Richard may be connected to the tangled web of events that’s coming together. What part do you think he plays in all of it? What do you think his motives are for getting involved?

  
13. The Hacker Series is full of supporting characters that round out the series and make it whole. How do you think these characters and their different dynamics affect the outcomes and events of the book? How do the relationships and friendships developed in this book add to the events that are happening?
 

  
14. Both Erica and Blake need control in different aspects of their lives. When Blake asks Erica to give up control to him, what is he really asking of her? Why do you think Erica is hesitant to give up this level of both emotional and physical control? What does giving up control to Blake in that way signify for Erica, and in turn, what does Erica giving it all to Blake signify for him?
 

  
15. There are many instances in
Hardline
in which Erica and Blake are at their most vulnerable. What moments specifically evoke these feelings and reactions for both Erica and Blake? At what point do you think they are their most vulnerable emotionally?
 

This book would not have been possible without the daily encouragement of my fans. Each and every message and comment fills up my cup more than you could possibly know. To be able to write and know that so many of you are eagerly anticipating the next installment of my imagination is a blessing beyond words.
 

    
Special thanks to my betas and the members of my
amazing
street team for your unwavering support and patience! Team Wild is a force to be reckoned with. Love you ladies something fierce!
 

    
Many thanks to every single person who promised me that writing this book could be done despite a crippling deadline, a ton of pressure, and everything else life decided to throw my way in the meantime, which was a whole lot more than I ever expected. Thanks also to my Mom who reminded me to sleep, take breaks, and remember the big picture. Even though I mostly ignored all that advice and forged ahead anyway, thank you for reminding me that I’m human and not super woman.
 

    
I would like to thank my author friends too, for their support and kind words. I’m not sure how I would have survived without the regular check-ins and virtual whiskey dates with my sexy soul sister, Mia Michelle. On that note, thanks, Jack. You got me through a few tough spots too.
 

    
As always, I am forever grateful for my editor, Helen Hardt, for making last minute miracles happen. My books aren’t officially born into the world until she sprinkles her magic editing dust over them. Thanks to Amy and Jon for dedicating time to proofing!

    
Thanks also to Remi for introducing me to the stars and shining a light on elements of this chapter of Blake and Erica’s story that I may have never otherwise discovered.

    
Last but not least, thank you to my staff for keeping my business alive while I disappeared into Blake and Erica’s world for days at a time. Special thanks to Kurt, whose help in redesigning the series covers saved me mountains of time and stress. You have the patience of a saint!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Meredith Wild is a
USA Today
and international bestselling author of erotic romance. She lives in Boston with her husband and three children. When she's not writing or interacting with fans, she's working with high-tech startups. You can find her at:

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