Haven Ward only had one job as a personal bodyguard – keep Mackenzie Stiles alive and unharmed.After making a monumental mistake, his billionaire boss is livid and ready to send him packing. Haven begs Mr. Stiles for a second chance to prove himself; and surprisingly enough, he gives him one…with one small catch.Befriending Mr. Stiles’ shy, recluse daughter seems like a piece of cake especially … a piece of cake especially since Haven needs his job to provide for the people depending on him.
Mackenzie is a beautiful girl with an ugly darkness in her that Haven slowly begins to unravel. As he helps her slay her demons, she becomes an irresistible force he can’t resist.
Despite the consequences, Haven believes Mackenzie was always meant to be his to protect. He’ll do anything to be with her, even come clean to his boss about their relationship.
When Mackenzie finds out her father paid Haven to be her friend, the betrayal has her questioning every second with the man she thought loved her, sending her spiraling out of control.
In the end, Haven realizes too late that no matter how hard he tries, there’s nothing he can do to keep Mackenzie safe from herself.
But that doesn’t stop him from risking his life to save hers.
Haven can be read as a standalone, however it includes characters first mentioned in Alex (Cocky Cage Fighter, Book 9).
Warning: The characters in this fictional story struggle with serious emotional issues like depression and suicide which could be a trigger for individuals who have experienced similar situations.
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What and awesome story and I throughly enjoyed it from beginning to end.The story was fun and flirty and funny and had amazing “oh,” so love-able characters.
We loved the fun and flirty Haven who was sexy and all alpha. We loved his flirtatious nature and his crude sexy talk and demanding ways.We loved how cute he was always walking around with a constant hard on whenever he was around Mackenzie as his uneasiness made us constantly laugh out loud as his facial expressions were priceless!
Mackenzie was a complicated character who was suffering with her mental stability but, being around Haven has her coming out of her shell and slowly finding ways at being happy.Mack also could be fun and flirty and we loved seeing her that way because she has been in such a dark place for so long and it was so nice to see some lightness surround her we also loved that she was generous and kind and we loved how she teased her big brother.
What a cute love story that was built on friendship but, turned into something so much more.Haven and Mack were super hot in and out of bed together and they made one adorable couple.The story also had a serious tone to it as well because no matter how things were going for Mackenzie her father and Haven constantly worried about her mental state. Haven was getting to know Mack’s well enough to know her tells and how she dealt with certain things and he was slowly finding out what made her tick hoping to be their when she needed him most.
Overall it was a heart felt tale that kept us interested and turning the pages.We loved that Mack found solace and love in the arms of her sexy hot bodyguard and the way the author ended the story seemed to be this couple fate whether it was good or bad it was theirs to conquer.
definitely swoon worthy…
5 stars from us
Another great book by Lane Hart. It was great being back in the Cocky Cage Fighters world even if it was the periphery. And you don’t need to have read that series to enjoy Mackenzie and Haven’s story. There are some possible triggers for people but I think the issues of depression and suicide were dealt with in a real world way and not just suddenly cured. Although not detailed in depth, this is a love story after all, there is therapy and inpatient treatment needed.
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Haven Ward works security and protects Mackenzie Stiles, who’s father is a Billionaire. He isn’t protecting her from kidnappers or the usual suspects but from herself.
Mackenzie is fragile and a recluse and gradually she opens up to Haven and they becomes friends then more. But will Mackenzie ever forgive Haven when she finds out his secret???
This is a great story that has believable characters who seep into your soul slowly and then stay there. The story is heartfelt and sexy and Haven is now on my favourite book boyfriends list.
This story really touched on sensitive issues like suicide and depression that are being brought to the forefront more and more. I think Lane did a fantastic job of bringing light to it with this story while keeping the story steamy and entertaining for her audience. I loved Haven and adored watching him fall for the girl he was assigned to protect.
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Here we have a new story from Lane Hart who has written many good and great stories. This one seems like perhaps a beginning of a new series which we can all look forward to. This story is a bit different still as it is not clear if it will be a new series with this theme or vowing into the brother and his fighting … whichever way it goes I look forward to it. Here we have a great storyine as per normal from this author and great character building. It is without a doubt that this one is really well deserving of four stars and almost five but there is this tiny touch that is missing to make this story absolutely fantastically great as actually many stories are from this author.
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This was a very intense emotional romance. Haven and Mackenzie’s story quickly captured my mind and heart. This book does deal with the sensative subjects of depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicide. I thought that the author did an admirable job and balanced the issues with respect and realism. Mackenzie was a character that truly touched my heart. Her struggle was both painful and heartbreaking but I thought she was incredibly real and likable. Haven might have had a white knight complex but that did nothing to negate how wonderful and perfect I thought he was for Mackenzie. Plenty of emotional turmoil, drama, twists and steamy chemistry are sprinkled throughout the captivating storyline will keep you fully invested as this romance unfolds.
Enjoyed
I just love Lanes books. Such a good writer. Money can buy somethings but happiness isn’t one. Mackenzie finds out the hard way but finds love in Haven. Who would have thought, not her! Her brother learns hard way as well.
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Tough Topic so Well Written
Gripping storyline that quickly pulls you in and keeps you captivated as the reality of depression and suicide are tough topics to discuss and for this author to execute a story that evolves around these mental health issues and do it so well is just awesome in my book and then the dialogue with nail-biting suspense and yummy tantalizing chemistry is just the icing on the cake. Well done Lane! Heartfelt, great twists, steamy chemistry and at times hard to put down. I read I would gladly recommend.
How does a Bodyguard protect someone who doesn’t want to be saved? Haven Ward had what he thought was a cushy job protecting a Billionaire’s Playboy son with days working out at the gym and nights drinking and going to strip clubs while “protecting”. Suddenly, he is given the job of protecting Mackenzie from her dark thoughts and suicide attempts and life changes for him. What started out as a job soon becomes a life’s mission as he finds himself too involved. Will they get their HEA or will Mackenzie’s desire to end her life be the end of them both. A very emotional but poignant story about the power of love. Definitely a book that should be on everyone’s TBR list.
I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest and totally voluntary review.
Haven is Mackenzie’s bodyguard, a tricky job at best. When he is asked to become her friend it becomes even harder. He soon realizes he’s there for Mackenzie for far more than just his pay check. They begin to get closer than friendly and Haven truly believes he feels a connection to Mackenzie and decides to tell her but something always happens. Will Haven be able to save Mackenzie and the day before it’s too late?
I liked how their relationship grew and matured. A great read!
Haven has a difficult task when it comes to Mackenzie. He has a job to do but he soon realizes he is in it for more than just a paycheck. He truly feels a connection with Mackenzie but before he can tell Mackenzie everything, she overhears a conversation that could ruin her completely. Can Haven save her before it’s too late?
This was a fantastic read!
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Mackenzie’s mother told her to be ready for a safe haven, but Mack didn’t realize it was a real person. Haven is supposed to be her body guard and realizes quickly that he wants to do more to her body than just guard it. They have many obstacles to overcome before they can get to a happy ending.
This is a spin off from Lane Hart’s popular Cocky Cage Fighter series. Haven is tasked with guarding Mackenzie, daughter of a wealthy workaholic! She suffers from depression so it is Haven’s job to keep Mackenzie safe and happy.
How their relationship develops is written with great skill and makes for a very interesting, entertaining and enjoyable book.
5*
Haven is security for Alex until his father makes him take over his daughter Mackenzie care.
Mackenzie has been sheltered all her life so when the big burly body guard who used to work for her brother gets assigned to her she’s unsure what to expect.
The two become close but will he accept her & what will she do when his secrets are discovered?
The subject this story covers has trigger warnings for the reader, that been said I thought it was handled in a very caring understanding way.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
This was a really good read that I had a hard time putting down once I started reading it. Haven and Mackenzie’s story takes place at the same time as her brother Alex’s story and is told from a dual POV. The pair had amazing chemistry once they gave into it and their story moved along so well that it felt that it took place in no time at all as opposed to months of time. Both characters had issues – Mackenzie who struggled with bipolar disorder with suicidal tendencies and Haven with his over protective tendencies as well as his need to fix the problems of the ones that he cares about. The pair worked to get their HEA and I enjoyed their story. I would recommend this book to others.
5 STARS! Book twelve in the A Cocky Cage Fighter series. Can be read and enjoyed as standalone. Told in dual POV with HEA. There is no MMA or cage fighting in this book. This is a beautiful story about a lonely girl with mental illness and her bodyguard. I loved all the dialogue between them! What a great realistic story about falling in love, but that doesn’t always make everything better, real life is having good days and bad days. Everyone needs a safe Haven <3 Wonderful book, I loved it and would highly recommend!
Another great Cocky Cage Fighter book by Lane. Fast read and good story line. Father hires bodyguard Haven for his daughter Mackenzie. Troubled young lady needs to be watched 24 hours per day. Billionaire asks Haven to befriend his daughter and get her out of the house. All goes well until Mackenzie finds out about the deal her father made with Haven. A must read!
This book was amazing, the chemistry between Haven and Mackenzie is out of this world, its funny and emotional and a truly fantastic read
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All of the books in the Cocky Cage Fighters Series have been amazing, so I was excited to read this spin-off story. This book is about Alex’s sister, Mackenzie, and her bodyguard, Haven. Mackenzie is a sad, solitary young lady who avoids people and rarely leaves her home, but things begin to change for her when Haven Ward gets assigned to her. He coaxes and encourages her to get out and start enjoying life. As their relationship develops, they’re careful to keep it a secret from Mackenzie’s father. He’s already kicked Alex out, so what will happen to Haven if her father finds out?
If you enjoyed Hart’s cocky cage fighters, you’ll adore Haven because he’s cut from the same cloth – big, strong, protective and tough with a gooey marshmallow heart. Mackenzie may be rich and privileged, but she has challenges and issues that she comes by honestly, and Haven is so amazing with her. I loved these two together and enjoyed every minute of their story.
Hart covers some tough subjects in this book, but she does so carefully and realistically, leaving the reader with the message that anyone can find love, flaws and all. We don’t have to be perfect, but perfect for that special someone. This was a quick read for me, and over far too soon, and I can’t wait to see what comes next in this series!
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This is an exceptional book, Lane Hart is an amazing author that keeps surprising me with her books! Haven is a bodyguard hired to protect Mackenzie and keep her safe. They both have secrets they don’t want to share. This book has a hard fought for HEA! A definite must read!