Like a dark and dangerous hero, he came to my rescue when I least expected it.
In the midst of a terrifying attack, a mysterious stranger came to my aid. Fierce but gentle, he chased off my attacker, protected, and comforted me.
Before he left, my savior told me to call if I ever needed him.
Did I think about it? Absolutely. Matt was the most intriguing and handsome man I’d ever met.
But that was before my carefully-planned life fell into chaos. Before I began to suspect the fluke attack might be anything but random.
No one else believed me when I told them my story, and I couldn’t really blame them. Even to me, it sounded crazy. But there was just something about Matt that made me believe I could trust him.
Weeks later, I still couldn’t stop thinking about her.
I told myself I was worried about Isla’s safety, and that was true. Though the police dubbed her attack an unfortunate fluke, my gut warned me there might be more to it. That she might still be in danger and I wouldn’t be around the next time to help.
It was more than that, though. I liked Isla. Admired her bravery. And her eyes—a deep, mesmerizing violet—were burned into my memory.
As the days went by, I debated whether to call her. Because, for all my confidence on the battlefield as a former Green Beret, when it came to women, I always hesitated.
Then she called. Said she was in trouble and asked for my help. And once I heard her story, I knew she was right.
As a security expert for Blade and Arrow Security, it’s my job to protect. But with Isla, it’s so much more than just a job. It’s protecting the woman I’m falling for.
Guarded from Treachery has a sweetly protective hero, a strong and courageous heroine, a team of former Green Berets, lots of twists and turns, action and danger, forced proximity, and plenty of sweet and steamy moments. No cliffhangers and a happily-ever-after guaranteed! (Can be read as a standalone!)
Review by Twinsie Melinda
I received a copy of this book from the author for an honest review.
This is a new to me author. I was a bit worried about starting with the 4th book in the series but I had no problems jumping in and not feeling like I was missing things. I do have to say reading about the side characters makes me want to know more about them and will go back to read their stories.
Isla was attacked in a parking garage while leaving work one afternoon when a heroic stranger saved her. Then he stays and comforts her while the police investigate afterwards, he gives her his number to call if she needed him. After being attached a second time and feeling like she was being watched she tried reaching out to the police and her parents all who told her she sounded crazy. The only person she could think to turn to was her rescuer Matt. But once he heard her story would he believe her would he help her or would he be like all the rest.
All Matt could think about was Isla after saving her from the attack. When Isla finally called and asked for help, he jumped at the chance. Had her drive to him since he was on duty protecting others at the time. After hearing her story, he knew they could help her knew there was something strange going on and he was going to protect her no matter what the cost. Matt and his group jump in with their investigation of what is going on with Isla.
I could not put this book down once I started it. I had to know what and how things happened to Isla. Between the Mystery of what happened to Isal and why she was being sought out and Matta and Isla relationship there was never a dull moment. I enjoyed meeting the side characters and want to know more about each of them. I loved watching Matt and Isla go from strangers to the relationship that evolved. I loved the nickname Matt gave Isla, Isles.
I enjoyed this book and will defiantly be going back to read the first 3 books not because I feel I have to know what was going on in this one but because I want to know more of the guys Matt works with.
Gia Cobie is a librarian and author living in upstate New York. In her spare time, Gia enjoys reading and spending time in the Adirondacks. She loves romantic suspense and paranormal romance, and also has a weakness for reality romance shows, wine, and buying way too many books!
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