She thought she was finally safe… stand her ground instead of running from her faceless enemy.
But a deadly enemy has her in his crosshairs…
Single father Aaron Fitzpatrick knew Tegan was trouble from the moment he laid eyes on her. Sexy trouble wrapped up in a petite, dynamite package he fantasizes about kissing far too often. So far he’s been able to keep his distance, but when he witnesses her car explode—with her close by—something protective erupts inside him. After his wife left him and their son five years ago, he’s stayed away from relationships and women, but he can’t keep his distance from Tegan. It’s clear she’s in danger and the more he learns about her, the more he knows he has to stand beside her and fight the danger hunting her.
Red Stone Security Series, #14
Author note: As all books in the Red Stone Security series, this book can be read as a stand-alone.
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Tegan O’Kelly has finally stopped running and for the first time in years she has friends, a job she likes and she can think about the future. Aaron Fitzpatrick is a single father and so far he has been able to keep his distance the sexy, petite package of trouble that he fantasizes about. But all that changes when he witnesses her car explode with her close by and something protective erupts inside him.
The newest Red Stone Security is a electrifying read that keeps readers turning the pages with a sweet romance and thrilling excitement. The heroine on the run and the single dad have lots of awesome chemistry and their romance is one that lifts readers up with lots of sweet and spicy passion. It has all the feelings and turmoil that readers would expect from a real situation which brings these characters life and makes it easy for readers to connect.
The plot is fast paced with edge of your seat excitement, some unexpected twists that keeps readers glued to the pages. The suspense and excitement builds throughout the story as Tegan’s enemy sets to out to destroy but this story is enhanced with some danger that even Tegan doesn’t know about which makes this one exhilarating read.
I genuinely enjoy this authors work, I really do, but she needs to do some research into the areas that she writes about. This isn’t the first book of hers that I have read that is set in Miami. So why the hell are people running around with winter coats, winter hats, mittens, gloves, ear muffs, and scarves? IT’S MIAMI! It’s next to impossible to find a store that sells those things let alone EVERYONE wearing them. And sure it’s December and it could get a little cooler but not full winter gear cool. The average temperature in Miami in December is 76° and the average low is 65°. Nobody is running around in full winter gear. Yes, that bothered me so much it fully took away from the story.
Other than that is was a good addition to the Red Stone Security series. I liked Tegan and Aaron.
Tegan thought she was finally safe in Miami. With friends filling her life she thought she had put the Mob hunting her firmly in the rearview mirror!
Aaron is a single father, working for Red Stone. He has taken to frequenting Tegan’s little cafe and when he witnesses her car blow up, he immediately puts Red Stone on the case. Try as he might to tell himself that he is just doing what anyone with his skillset would do, he grudgingly has to admit that Tegan has sparked the fire in his libido. He thought he was done with long term relationships after the disaster that was his marriage.
Aaron is tall, strong, silently gruff with most folk except his son. Tegan is sweet but wary of people due to her past. These two are just crying out for a HEA! Oh, and Kali, the dog will make you feel all the warm and fuzzies!
In Dangerous Protector the heroine, Tegan O’Kelly, after two years of living in fear of the retribution a Chicago mobster, has finally stopped running and felt safe enough to settle in Miami after learning of his death. She’s working in a coffee shop frequented by Red Stone Security. One morning one of their operatives – Aaron Fitzpatrick, an ex-marine and single father – gets more than he bargained for when, on a coffee run, he gets caught up in an explosion when a bomb planted in Tegan’s car goes off early. Just when she thought she was safe has her past caught up with her? But her enemy is supposed to be dead isn’t he? Aaron immediately steps in to protect Tegan but how can he do that and protect his heart and that of his son at the same time especially as the more he learns about Tegan the more he comes to love her.
This is a quick read but the action doesn’t let up for a minute. The characters are well developed. I loved the fact that Aaron and Tegan didn’t jump into bed at the first chance they got, although there were a few steamy encounters between them, but that we got to see their relationship develop gradually. This book is part a series but can be read as stand-alone as even though some of the previous characters appear no spoilers relating to previous books.
Dangerous Protector by Katie Reus is book Four in the Red Stone Security Series. This is the story of Aaron Fitzpatrick and Tegan O’Kelly. This can be a standalone book.
Tegan has been on the run for years from a dangerous man, thinking he was dead she has settled into a new life. Tegan has build friendships and found a home, but then her car is bombed bringing back the past to the present. But this time she standing in place to face her past. Aaron is single father working to keep down his attraction to Tegan, because he knows there is something more going on there. But when he see her in danger he knows that fighting his desire for her is no more…he is in full protective mode.
4.5 Wonderfully Addictive Stars
A quick, truly enjoyable, entertaining and addictive read. Aaron Fitzpatrick and Tegan O’Kelly have been attracted to each other for the eight months they’ve known each other. Neither acting on the attraction as for reasons personal to them, they don’t want any entanglements. All that changes when Tegan’s life is threatened. Aaron is willing to move heaven and earth to protect her. With every bone in his body. A wonderfully written action romance with some lovely characters. I adored ultra cute Dillon, add Kali the Siberian husky into the mix and you’ve got a fantastic combination that I loved. I received a review copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. This is my honest opinion.
Tegan works at a cake and coffee shop. Aaron works for Red Steel Security.
Thinking she is finally safe after a mob gangster had died. Then her car is
bomb and Aaron witnesses it, now the attraction is something he doesn’t want to ignore any longer. It was her brother that stole from the gang and has since disappeared. Aaron ‘s mother is also bring his son into the coffee shop and getting to know Tegan. A fast paced action, with a love that won’t be denied any longer. Given ARC for my voluntary review and my honest opinion my Net Galley and. K R Press,
A true “who done it” to the very end. Fast paced, sexy, and real heroes.
Tegan was on the run for two years from a gangster who believes she stole his diamonds. When he was reported dead, she came out of hiding and started living her life again. But someone bombs her car, breaks into her house and the police have no leads.
Aaron is a single dad and works for Red Stone Security. He witnesses her car blowing up and convinces her to stay with him. She’s reluctant at first because he was always grouchy to her. But he will not take no for an answer.
As they are trying to figure out who’s after her, they realize their feelings for each other. Throw in a five year old boy, a dog, a couple of bad guys, and two people who never thought they’d find love.
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I absolutely love this book and this series. It is one of the best series that I have read. I would definitely recommend it.
I have listened and/or read most of the Red Stone Security series and have truly enjoyed all of them. That said, this story is one of my favorite . Likely because the main male character, Aaron Fitzpatrick is a single dad with an adorable son and the female character, Tegan O’Kelly is a strong, resourceful woman in spite of being on the run in order to stay alive . A fact that no one knows.
Aaron is one of Red Stone Security employees and frequently gets his coffee at the location Tegan works. Tegan is attracted to him but she has secrets and circumstances have made her live under the radar for quite a while. Besides, he seems grumpy, and though he too is attracted to her, he has been burned by a woman and is not looking for a relationship. When her car is bombed just outside the coffee shop, Aaron steps in to protect Tegan.
The plot is engaging and the characters are complex. There is suspense, bad guys, good guys and of course , romance. This one is sweeter and the hotness milder than previous books , but just as touching. In addition to that , this time we have more time spent with family , in this case Aaron’s . I think having a child and a dog in the plot makes that difference.
Ms Reus has given us another winner in this well written series.
The narrator, Sophie Eastlake, does an excellent job with the various voices of the characters.
I was gifted this audiobook. The opinions expressed are solely my own
This 14th book’s story line was okay. I liked the action in this story. I liked the hot & steamy scenes. I liked Tegan’s character. I thought Tegan was tough for all she went through. I liked Aaron’s character. I liked how Aaron protected Tegan. I loved the scenes with Dillion, I thought he was adorable. I liked the scenes Kali. I liked the ending. This was a fast, short okay story to read.
Another book in the series that is a quick read. This book is also full of action. Starts off with you getting to know Teagan who has been on the run for two years from a gangster who was after her. Feeling safe now she is starting to feel normal when one day her car explodes when she pushes the button to release the locks. Now realizing she is still in danger she begins to come up with a plan to protect herself. Aaron who has been drawn to but has forced himself from her and all women since his wife left him five years ago. Now has a reason to become close with her but is still nervous about the attraction he feels for her and if he can keep her safe while finding the person who wants to harm her, and he is falling for. A very good story and a good fast story with good characters. I received this book from Netgalley.com I gave it 4 stars Follow us at http://www.1rad-readerreviews.com
Dangerous Protector (Red Stone Security, #14) by Katie Reus Love this series…
Aaron and Tegan’s story is full of suspense, terror, intrigue, angst, laughs, tears, lots of steam, wonderful characters, a cute dog, Dillon all getting us to a very HEA.
Another Katie Reus winner
Dark Protector
This is a continuation in the Moon Shifter series. It could be read as a standalone book to give you a taste of how Katie Reus writes, but would be more satisfying if you have read the previous books. Then it turns into a visit with old friends. Katie always has the ability to write of characters that you really care about. She knows how to write about romantic suspense very well!
This is the story of Alaric and Natalia. Alaric Kazan is a paranormal investigator who has had the devastating loss of his mate and unborn child in his past. Natalia Cordova is young, sexy, confident woman who wants adventure.
I was excited for this book to come along, I have wanted Alaric to have his HEA for a while. I have enjoyed all the books of Katie’s I have ever read. She has such a gift with words. She excels in the paranormal field.
I received ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Although this is the 14th book of the Red Stone Security series, it is only my second one, and I can tell you each book is complete. I must go back however, and read all of the great stories I have missed. “Dangerous Protector” is a fast paced romantic suspenseful story that kept me glued to my kindle from page one to the very last page.Tegan’s story heartbreaking for all of the things she has been thru in the last two years. Aaron is a guy that will melt your heart with his protectiveness and his sensitivity while protecting Tegan and raising his 5 year old son. I will say that when I read the epilogue, I had to stop and wipe tears away. It was so emotional. This is a book that I would recommend for all of us romantics that like suspense and the fast pace. I would like to thank NetGalley and KR Press, LLC for gifting me with a copy of “Dangerous Protector” and asking me for my honest opinion. This is mine. 4.5 Stars!
Another fantastic book by Katie Reus
This is one of my most favourite romantic suspense series. And why not – A sexy, single dad, kids and a dog that thinks they are human. Add a strong, intelligent woman ……. what’s not to love??
Katie Reus has a recipe for romance in this series where the main ingredients are always an alpha protective good guy hero, a perfect for him leading lady, a dash of danger, and a posse of military trained personal security buddies to back them up so they can defeat the bad guys.
As book 14, Dangerous Protector proves this recipe works time and time again. With a tweak here and there, we get served up a new scenario with a similar theme that never fails to give us plenty of sizzling chemistry, steamy scenes, dangerous drama, and a HEA.
This go around Tegan, the heroine, has been on the run trying to stay out of range and off the radar of a mobster who has some unfinished business he wants to wrap up in a very permanent kind of way. Since moving to Miami eight months ago, she has caught the eye and attention of Aaron, our reluctant at first to make a move hero. When clearly marked as a target, he quickly steps in to protect Tegan, and the rest you’ll have to read for yourself, folks. Except for the car bombing mentioned in the synopsis, I didn’t find this one particularly overly nail biting like some of the other books. I almost lowered my rating by one star because of it. As far as the danger, it was almost kind of humdrum.
Just know this author always gives us sweetness along with a heaping side dish of naughtiness to heat up the storyline.
Feel free to read these books a la carte, as each one is a stand-alone but part of the same series.
Title: Dangerous Protector, Series: Red Stone Security (Book 14), Author: Katie Reus, Pages: 250, stand-alone but connected to a series, alpha protective good guy hero, sweet, damsel in distress heroine, some very graphic smex scenes, both celibate a long time, not a manho, romance safe, divorced hero has a 5 year old son.
(I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I was not given any payment or compensation for this review. There is no affiliation or relationship between this reviewer and the author/publisher/NetGalley.)
3.75stars
A quick pace short intense love story. Tegan and Aaron are dancing around eachother and not giving in to a temptation that is until someone tries to kill Teagan. Teagan thought she would be free from running after her prosecutor turns dead. After someone plants a bomb in her car she reconsiders about running again. But Aaron stops her, admits his feeling and fighting for life and love begins. It is a cute story, I just had a problem with the whole mafia plot, it was not much believable it could be executed better. Both Aaron and Tegan are likable characters, well developed with strong chemistry. A lovely sweet story with elements of comedy, suspense, and family drama
I volunteered to review an ARC of this book for Netgelly
Tegan O’Kelly had been on the run for the past two years from a mob boss looking for his stolen diamonds. He threatened to kill her believing her brother stole the diamonds and she knows where her brother or the diamonds are. After learning the mob boss was murdered, Tegan has been able to settle in Miami where she finally has a job, a home, friends, her dog and a life. Tegan is working at Kimmy’s Cakes and Coffee where she meets Aaron Fitzpatrick. She is attracted to him, but he seems only interested in the coffee. When Tegan presses the key fob towards her parked car, her car explodes. Aaron, who works for Redstone Security, witnesses the explosion and rushes to aid Tegan. Police are called and it looks as if the mob boss may have faked his death. Knowing that she must run again, Aaron convinces her to stay and allow him and Redstone to protect her. As the danger for Tegan intensifies, Aaron can no longer deny his attraction to her. Someone else is threatening to end her life, but why? A thrilling visit with the men from Redstone Security as they use all their skills to keep Tegan safe. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (by paytonpuppy)