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Protecting Their Baby
by Sheri WhitefeatherIt happened one night--a few hours of blissful passion that left Lisa Gordon pregnant with Rex Sixkiller's baby. And now her unborn child was in grave danger. She needed Rex more than ever.A decorated soldier, Warrior Society activist and member of the Cherokee nation, Rex would do anything to keep Lisa and their child safe...even if that meant temporarily moving in with them. His P.I. instincts on red alert, nothing prepared Rex for the desire reigniting between them. He wanted to get to know the woman whose survival depended on him. But an explosive secret in Lisa's past could destroy their chance for a future....
Protecting Their Child
by Angi MorganA ranger with unfinished business-and a baby on the wayCord McCrea was the Texas Ranger of her dreams...but their life together ended like a nightmare. They were too proud and stubborn, and there was no repairing the damage done to their family. All Kate Danver McCrea had now was the reminder he'd left growing inside her.Now the crazed gangster who'd shattered Cord's life was a free man, and he wanted to settle some old scores. Cord would do anything to protect his ex-wife, but once she was safe, they would go their separate ways again. Only, the baby changed everything. If they could survive the perils of a west Texas winter while outmaneuvering danger at every pass, they might have a second chance. Because with a traitor in their midst, they had no one to trust-except each other.
Protecting What’s Mine: the stunning small town love story from the author of Things We Never Got Over (The Benevolence Series)
by Lucy ScoreFrom Sunday Times and #1 New York Times bestselling author of Things We Never Got Over Fire Chief Lincoln Reed is known for his heroics in the fire department and in the bedroom. Life is a never-ending good time. Until flight trauma surgeon Mackenzie O'Neil lands right in the middle of an accident scene he's working, as well as in his back yard. Too bad she's immune to flirty first responders . . .After experiencing severe burnout, Mackenzie's temporary job as a small-town family physician is just what the doctor ordered. She'll learn to meditate. Sleep more. Take up gardening. But Linc and his tattoos are very persuasive. It's all naked fun and games until the shadows from Mack's past find their way into her present. Can Linc be her hero when she needs him the most?One thing is certain: Someone is going to get burned.
Protecting Your Sources
by Holland RaeFor the past six years, Boston crime reporter Sarina Mason has shared an amiable, if somewhat flirtatious relationship with sexy-as-sin city detective Kit Holden. But three months ago, after an attack on the precinct which involved Kit shielding her body with his own, Sarina knew that their professional working friendship was developing into something more, something dangerous for both of their hard-earned careers, so she turned tail, avoiding the precinct and the handsome, distracting detective inside.When a copycat serial killer hits the city sideways, however, Sarina knows she has to get the story, and with it, see Kit again. What starts as the news story of her career, soon becomes more personal as Sarina discovers an important clue, effectively making herself the killer's next target. Kit has sworn he'll stop at nothing to keep her safe, but as she gets mixed up in history, danger, and her own wild emotions, Sarina knows that her relationship with Kit will be forever changed, if she gets out alive.
Protection
by John AmoryJamie is an anomaly in the shooting world: a relative newcomer who became a leading contender overnight. He's representing the United States at the 2012 Olympics, and people are drawn to him both for his marksmanship and the past he refuses to divulge. During his downtime in London, Jamie visits a gay bar and meets a chipper young man named Ben. Despite Ben's heartfelt offer of succor, Jamie's mounting nerves over the Games and his scars from the past threaten the new relationship before the night even begins.
Protection Detail
by Shirlee MccoyLAWMAN ON A MISSION After a prominent senator's son is murdered, Capitol K-9 Unit captain Gavin McCord wants answers. The senator was a mentor to Gavin, and he'll stop at nothing to bring the killer to justice. With his team of elite K-9 cops and his loyal dog, Glory, at his side, Gavin discovers that a child at Cassie Danvers's nearby foster home may have witnessed the murder. He's drawn to the determined and beautiful woman, but she doesn't want him interviewing her traumatized charges. Yet trusting Gavin is the only way to stay one step ahead of the deadly gunman when Cassie becomes a target. Capitol K-9 Unit: These lawmen solve the toughest cases with the help of their brave canine partners
Protection Detail: Dark Horse Protection Detail Secret Agent Surrender (The Precinct: Bachelors in Blue #4)
by Julie MillerA seasoned cop and the woman he’s falling for are targeted by a killer in this romantic suspense from a USA Today–bestselling author.Detective Lieutenant Thomas Watson had been off air force active duty so long, he thought he was safe. Until a gunman crashes his daughter’s wedding, reawakening the warrior inside him. He hires nurse Jane Boyle to care for his injured father so he can focus on bringing the gunman to justice. While Jane is the ideal caretaker, her dark past has landed her in witness protection. And the more she’s embraced by this family of cops, the more danger she’s in. For a shadow from Thomas’s own past might be willing to lend Jane’s stalker a helping hand . . .
Protection Duty: Protection Detail Duty Bound Guardian (K-9 Unit)
by Shirlee McCoy Terri ReedEnjoy two action-packed page-turners featuring K-9 crime-stoppers solving thrilling mysteries that will keep you on the edge of your seat!Capitol K-9 Unit: These lawmen solve the toughest cases with the help of their brave canine partnersProtection DetailAfter a prominent senator’s son is murdered, Capitol K-9 Unit captain Gavin McCord wants answers. With his elite team and his loyal dog, Glory, at his side, Gavin discovers that a child at Cassie Danvers’s nearby foster home may have witnessed the murder. Cassie doesn’t want Gavin interviewing her traumatized charges. Yet she’ll have to trust him when she becomes the deadly gunman’s next target.Duty Bound GuardianWhen a priceless artifact is stolen, museum curator Lana Gomez becomes the prime suspect. How can she hope to adopt her orphaned nephew if she’s a person of interest in a crime? She knows handsome Capitol K-9 Unit officer Adam Donovan thinks she’s hiding something. But when the real thief returns, it is Adam and his Doberman pinscher, Ace, who become her only defense…
Protective Confinement (Safe House: Mesa Verde #1)
by Cassie MilesUNDER THE CLOSE WATCH OF HER ALL-TOO-HANDSOME AGENT PROTECTOR, ONE WOMAN NEVER FELT SO EXPOSED...After escaping an obsessive serial killer, Dr. Cara Messinger hoped to forget her days in captivity. But life would never go back to normal. Dash Adams and his proposition saw to that. The hands-on FBI agent could protect the half-Navajo beauty-but only if she gave up all control.Whisked away to a safe house on a remote sandstone mesa, Cara felt her world closing in. It was only a matter of time before the killer came back for her. But Cara was more than an innocent victim. She was tired of running, and Dash was a man of action who showed little restraint. And with their business becoming more than personal, could he protect her against a killer who knew no boundaries?
Protective Custody
by Lynette EasonA classic story of intrigue and danger from bestselling author Lynette EasonGuarding witnesses? All in a day’s work for deputy U.S. marshal Carly Masterson. Protecting the judge who was indirectly responsible for her mentor’s death? That’s another story. Still, she won’t let harm come to Judge Nicholas Floyd, or the niece and nephew in his care. She’s determined to do the job right, and not let her emotions take over—no matter how wonderful it feels to be accepted by the little family. Can she let go of the past and learn to trust again before danger finds them once more?Originally published in 2010
Protective Custody (A Walk Down the Aisle #3)
by Debra WebbIan Michaels was one of the best investigators at the Colby Agency--also one of the most gorgeous. Nicole Reed knew...all too well. Together they had worked to protect a federal witness. In close quarters, desire erupted and distracted and caused the death of their client. Or so Ian thought. But it was Nicole who had been sent to see that Ian--the best protector money could buy--failed and that the witness was secreted into hiding. Losing her heart to Ian wasn't part of the assignment.Now Nicole needs the help of the man she had once betrayed in order to stay alive. Only this time, would that all-consuming passion cause Nicole and Ian's demise?
Protective Custody (Love Inspired Suspense)
by Lynette EasonGuarding witnesses? All in a day's work for deputy U. S. marshal Carly Masterson. Protecting the judge who was indirectly responsible for her mentor's death? That's another story. Still, she won't let harm come to Judge Nicholas Floyd, or the niece and nephew in his care. She's determined to do the job right, and not let her emotions take over--no matter how wonderful it feels to be accepted by the little family. Can she let go of the past and learn to trust again before danger finds them once more?
Protective Duty
by Jessica R. PatchTargeted by a serial killer, an FBI profiler reunites with the detective she loved and lost in this novel of hilling suspense and inspirational romance.After recovering from a near-fatal shooting, FBI profiler Bryn Eastman is back on the job. But just as she takes on a new case, a brazen serial killer marks her for death. Now Bryn’s life and career are in the hands of her new partner, Detective Eric Hale—the man she once loved and lost.Racked with nightmares of the shooting and regrets for the tragedy that tore her and Eric apart, Bryn doesn’t want him to discover the secrets she carries. Meanwhile, seeing Bryn brings back memories and emotions that Eric can’t control. But the tough detective knows their only path to a second chance goes straight through a relentless killer . . . one who won’t quit until he counts Bryn as his fifth victim.
Protective Ink (Urban Fantasy #8)
by Misty SimonFriends. Allies. Lovers?Jackson Freeling lost his sense of purpose when he left the marines. Lissa McLaughlin gave him a new one: protecting a man with the ability to forge weapons from his tattoos. Together, they defend the innocent from the criminals vying for control of their city's drug trade.Lissa inked those tattoos. After watching her friend risk losing a piece of himself every time he used his powers, she decided to suppress her own strange gift. But, without quite understanding how, she has given Jackson a tattoo that lets him become invisible....While Jackson and Lissa do their best to save their ally, they also fight the growing passion between them. Everyone they care about is in danger. And they have to decide whether their feelings for each other are a strength or a deadly weakness.With this sequel, Misty Simon continues the bewitching tale she began with her urban fantasy debut, Wicked Ink.
Protective Instinct (The Unlovabulls #1)
by Tricia LynneIf NFL player Brody Shaw wants to retire from his hometown team, the Dallas Bulldogs, he needs to keep his head down and his nose clean. When the stray dog he rescued bites the pet sitter, it sets off an avalanche of bad publicity, and it’s time to bring in a professional. Dog-trainer Lily Costello has no intention of training Brody’s dog, CC—football players are bad news, and Brody Shaw is a player if she’s ever met one. Then she sees the brand on CC’s stomach. She came from a puppy mill—the very one Lily is trying to find and shut down. Brody is all in to help the curvy trainer, and with his clout and connections, Lily finally has a lead. But it’s not long before they attract the wrong kind of attention. When someone makes it clear that they’ll stop at nothing to halt the search, it’ll take everything Brody and Lily have to escape with their lives…The UnlovabullsBook 1: Protective Instinct
Protective Instincts
by Shirlee MccoySTALKED! After losing her family, and then nearly her life when she was held hostage in Africa, grieving widow Raina Lowery only wants to put the past behind her. Instead, she's finding her son's toys in the woods and dodging a gunman's bullets. Raina is trapped in a real-life nightmare-until Jackson Miller reappears. Months ago, saving Raina was Jackson's job as a member of HEART, a private rescue team. But now it's personal. The hardened protector wants to give Raina-and himself-a second chance at love. But first he has to save her...again. Mission: Rescue-No job is too dangerous for these fearless heroes
Protective Instincts (The Precinct: Brotherhood of the Badge #1)
by Julie MillerTwo people who share a past—and a determination to protect one little boy—must face a killer in this romantic suspense thriller by a USA Today bestseller.“Protective Instincts is a first-class action-adventure and a tender love story.” —RT Book Reviews (4 1/2 stars, Top Pick!)Kansas City has no better guardian than Sawyer Kincaid. The decorated police officer has a family legacy to uphold and a reputation that none could rival. Until one distress call ignites the most personal case of his career. He’d saved Melissa Teague’s life once—long before she had a son. The boy would be safe with Sawyer, but she isn’t so sure how she could bear his presence again. A man that powerful—however gentle—scared her, no matter how right Sawyer fit. But this time her protector would not walk away, not with his family’s lives on the line. This is his sworn duty.
Protective Measures: True North Bodyguards (True North Bodyguards #3)
by Maggie K. BlackA female bodyguard goes undercover to protect a single dad and falls for him in this inspirational romance from a USA Today–bestselling author.After an attack at a military charity gala, navy commander Leo Darius learns someone wants to kill him—and kidnap his two daughters. And there’s nothing the widowed single father won’t do to protect his girls—even if it means asking a beautiful bodyguard to pose as his girlfriend. Though security expert Zoe Dean agrees to handle the threats and near-fatal assaults, she refuses to get attached to the handsome military officer and his lovely daughters. But with the would-be kidnappers closing in, Zoe knows her heart is already in too deep and her mission to protect Leo and his little girls is suddenly all too personal.
Protective Measures
by Dana MartonONE POWERFUL WOMAN AND HER GORGEOUS BODYGUARD...Congresswoman Kaye Miller didn't survive the honed jaws of politics to fall prey to a deadly hate crime. So when sexy bodyguard Daniel DuCharme was assigned to protect her, they found themselves sharing every waking moment...and Kaye worried that his smoky blue eyes made her body feel anything but secure.THEIR LIFE-SAVING MISSIONOne look at her and Daniel DuCharme knew he'd gamble away his life salvaging Kaye's, even if it meant following a trail of blood into the treacherous Virginia woods. Now, with a killer hungry for their precious lives, can the two lovers battle time in order to stop a global assassination?
The Protective One (Walnut Creek Series, The #3)
by Shelley Shepard GrayNew York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray weaves a moving and unforgettable exploration of love and friendship in this &“slow-burning, enjoyable romance [with] a poignant message about the importance of community, compassion, and doing what&’s right rather than what&’s easy&” (Publishers Weekly).The tragic and untimely death of an old friend has made Elizabeth Anne rethink not only her priorities but also her courtship with David, her longtime neighbor and suitor. Though he&’s Mennonite like herself and has her parents&’ approval, she feels that a spark is missing. Desperate for a change, she breaks things off—wondering if, perhaps, she&’s the one who&’s missing a spark. When her family becomes upset with her decision, E.A. turns to her friends for support. One of them is Will, a man with a good heart who has always been there for her. As the two bond over their shared struggle to navigate a future that everyone else seems to have figured out, they are surprised to realize that they have feelings for each other. But E.A.&’s world takes a sudden turn when she realizes that she&’s not the only one struggling—Marta, one of her sewing students, is in desperate need of protection. With the aid of Will and several other friends, E.A. begins a journey that is more difficult and rewarding than she could have ever imagined...one that ultimately enables her to find everything she&’s been searching for. &“Gray deftly weaves the threads of abuse, friendship, love, and faith into a thought-provoking, emotional story&” (Patricia Davids, USA TODAY bestselling author) that is sure to appeal to both new and longtime fans.
Protective Operation: Protective Operation (stealth) / In Colton's Custody (the Coltons Of Mustang Valley) (Stealth #4)
by Danica WintersOn the run from terrorists,they must protect an abandoned infant.Shaye Geist has tracked down gunslinger Chad Martin in the wilds of Montana, seeking refuge from her powerful father. But Chad’s also hiding, the target of terrorists. In imminent danger, Chad and Shaye are ready to run when they find an abandoned baby. Can they keep themselves and the mysterious child safe—even as enemies close in on all sides?
Protective Order (A Badge of Honor Mystery #3)
by Rita HerronChanging her name and identitymay not be enough to save her from a killer.Reese Taggart’s search for her sister’s stalker lands her in Whistler, NC, following a fiery fatality. There, she must win the trust of arson investigator Griff Maverick. But that will be particularly difficult since she’s using a fake identity in an effort not to scare away her target. But as the pair closes in on the criminal, can Griff stop Reese from using herself as bait to trap the diabolical killer?USA TODAY Bestselling Author
The Protector: Games People Play
by HelenKay Dimon“Dimon excels at creating memorable, complex characters.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)Salvation, Pennsylvania. The commune located in the small town was advertised as a modern Utopia: a place to live, share, and learn with other like-minded young people. Cate Pendleton’s sister was one of them. Now she’s dead—and Cate won’t rest until she finds out who killed her. Stonewalled at every turn, she approaches a DC Fixer for help and ends up with Damon Knox, a mysterious man with a secretive past. But Cate soon discovers that she not only needs Damon, she wants him, which isn’t good—for the attraction brewing between them will only lead to complications that can turn into danger . . .Damon has tried to erase the hellish memories and the evil that happened in Salvation ever since he left a long time ago. Still, he can’t turn his back on Cate. As Damon works with Cate to uncover her sister’s killer, he finds himself drawn to her more and more. But how will she feel about him when she learns about his connection to the place?Joining forces to uncover the truth, they must stay one step ahead of a cunning killer who’s bent on not being exposed.
The Protector: A Sons of Texas Novel
by Donna GrantThe second book in New York Times bestselling author, Donna’s Grant’s thrilling Sons of Texas series!When his aunt and uncle are murdered and his father has been kidnapped, bad boy Marine Force Recon captain, Cullen Loughman teams up with the one woman who turns his world upside down.Everything’s hotter in Texas…When Marine Force Recon Captain Cullen Loughman learns that his father’s been kidnapped, he will do whatever it takes to find him. In order to achieve his mission, Cullen will need to team up with the best of the best?someone who just happens to be the most stunning woman he’s ever laid eyes on…This isn’t the first rodeo for ex-Air Force pilot Mia Carter. Still, Cullen’s bad-boy good looks and charm are distracting her from duty. . .and it appears that the feeling is mutual. As Mia and Cullen make their descent into a dark, dangerous world, their attraction reaches the boiling point. But is their desire worth the risk when a ruthless enemy is waiting in the wings?or will their Lone Star love conquer all in The Protector?The Protector “…combines danger and desire in an intoxicating mix.” (Publishers Weekly, starred review).Don’t miss these other books in the series:Book #1: The HeroBook #3: The Legend
The Protector: Families Of Honor, Book Two (Families of Honor #2)
by Shelley Shepard GrayLove comes to a woman who just needs the faith to accept it in The Protector from New York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard Grey.Unable to look after her fifty-acres of farmland following her parents’ death, Ella has no choice but to put her family’s land up for auction. Loyal Weaver purchases the farm and immediately begins renovating its buildings, including Ella’s home. Invited to participate in her former property’s makeover, Ella finds herself in Loyal’s presence, offering her opinions and ideas, and enjoying spending time with the man she’s always loved from afar. But as Ella and Loyal grow closer, her best friend warns her that he’s not the pillar of their Amish community, but someone with mysterious secrets and questionable motives. Now, Ella is torn between her friend’s claims and Loyal’s attentions, wondering if she can trust her own heart.But what Ella doesn’t know is that Loyal does have a secret. He wants her to be his wife. . . “Shelley Shepard Gray writes with honesty, tenderness, and depth. Her characters are admirable, richly-layered, and impossible to forget.” —New York Times bestselling author Jillian HartFamilies of HonorThe CaregiverThe ProtectorThe Survivor