Eighteen years is a long time to never forget…Retired Navy SEAL Oswald “Oz” Morgon assembled an elite team of men with skills far surpassing those of ordinary bodyguards. To save and protect is a creed that goes beyond simply guarding their wards—it’s a way of life. And these guys are his heart and soul, his brothers…and the family he’ll never have. Now, his next call is to find the one woman … find the one woman who always had a grip on his heart. Eighteen years ago, he walked away from her. But she’s thrown back into his arms—and under his protection.
As a JAG Corps Officer, Rose Kilbourn never expected to be kidnapped for doing her job. And there’s only one man who can save her. Back in the day, she believed Oz was the man for her. Then he vanished, leaving her with a secret she can’t confide to another soul on Earth.
If Oz had chosen a different path, he might have Rose now. But a man who’s lied, cheated and killed to save those he guards doesn’t deserve the sweetness of a woman like Rose. Still, he can’t help but steal moments while he can, and Rose can’t bring herself to walk away from the happily ever after she always wanted. Now she must decide whether or not to use her secret to ensnare the wild man who must protect her or die trying.
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This is the first book in a new series. The series revolves around a group of men and women called The Guards. It starts slow as it is laying the foundation for the series. I was a little confused in the beginning and trying to keep it all straight as this is a much different type group of alpha former military type of heroes. How they operate is totally different from anything that I have read before.
Oswald “Oz” Morgon is a former Navy SEAL. He founded The Guards and they work out of a church. Yes, a church. That really threw me. They also call him “Father” as he is the founder. That just took some getting used too. He receives a call from his former CO that he daughter is missing. Rose Kilbourn, is a JAG officer and his one-night stand eighteen years ago. Oz locates Rose before she is loaded onto a ship bound for a life of unknown.
The book does pick up after Oz get the call about Rose. I was then entrenched in the story. Rose has a secret that she wants to tell Oz but doesn’t. Oz is keeping secrets as well. His life is far from ordinary and he and his group live and operate in the shadows.
I loved getting a glimpse into the characters’ mind to see what they were going through in the different scenes. Having a dual POV format really helps me to connect to the characters.
If you love a second chance romance between an alpha ex-military male protagonist and a strong female, then you may want to give this a try. This author writes spicy stories so I can only recommend this to someone over the age of 18 as it may offend som
Great start to a new series. Loved this military type romance with its oh, so sexy heroes and heroines, strong, and best of all, this starts with Seasoned Romance. The age definition of knowing where you’ve been, and what you’re committed to. Oh, but that’s subject to change also, with new Intel.
Super emotional 2nd chance Romance, doubly surprising. Oz and Rose were made for each other, but 18 years ago they each needed to find their own way never dreaming they’d cross paths again.
An excellent action packed and suspenseful journey you cannot put down, until that happy sigh ending. Of course there’s heat, it’s Ms. Petrova after all! I felt a lot more depth and complexity with this read and look forward to reading more in the series.
A gritty, angsty second chance romance with lots of action and heat.
Oz and Rose met when she was seventeen and her father was his CO and had one passionate night together. But Oz wasn’t ready for a relationship and made that clear. Fast forward seventeen years with Rose being kidnapped and her father calling in Oz to save her! But Rose has a surprise for Oz… well, make that two.
This one had me unable to put my Kindle down until the very end. It was so intense and well written with tons of heat.
This is the first book in the new series, The Guard.
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What a start to a new series! Oz started The Guard when he finished serving in the military. The group works to protect people and the members are all highly trained. Oz gets a blast from the past when hi old CO calls and tells him his daughter has been kidnapped. Rose and Oz had a night of passion 18 years ago and disappeared from her life. She is now a very successful JAG Officer. The two have never forgotten the other and Oz pulls out all the resources he has to locate and rescue her but she is still in danger from someone. There are lots of secrets, action, suspense, and steam. I loved that Rose is a headstrong woman and Oz loves it too.
When two strong people finally come together after years apart, there is magic. It is my description of Rose, a Jag lawyer, and Oz, father of the Church in the first book of “The Guard” series. Oz and the Church are not as they seem, but are a team of elite men that are behind the scenes protecting those in need. Unknown to Oz, he is also the father to Rose’s twin boys. In this first book of the Guard series, we become acquainted with Oz and his elite team of men as Oz and Rose’s story is filled with plenty of action, drama, romance, danger, and their second chance for a HEA. Em Petrova gives readers a great romantic suspense story, and one not to be missed for lovers of the genre. *I was gifted “His to Shelter” via Booksprout and leave my review based on my reading* 5 Stars!
Rose and Oz had a secret romance when she was young. But he had plans and they didn’t include a woman at home or children so he ended things between them. However it wasn’t quick enough because Rose was pregnant when he left. Now years later she is working on a case that has gotten her into some trouble. When she goes out for a jog men a van kidnap her. Oz gets a call from her father asking for help. Will Oz be able to get to her in time? What will he do when he learns of the boys? Is this their second chance to be together?
This is a great story once I started it I couldn’t put it down. The chemistry between them is blazing hot. This is a well written and very entertaining story. I would recommend this book to any book lover.
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Second chances, secrets and a whole lot of great action
His to Shelter is the first book in The Guard series and is about Rose and Oz. This is a great book to start off the new series with. It is well written with a wonderful story-line that is filled with danger, suspense, mystery, romance, action and of course hot and steamy chemistry and adult fun along the way. Rose and Oz have a second chance but first he is going to have to make sure that they live to get it. I really liked Rose as she is strong, smart and is determined and not backing down even when faced with what seem like the work of circumstances.
I really loved His to Shelter and am looking forward to reading the next in the series.
A well written perfectly paced story pulling you in from the start. This is the first one in the series but is a quick read which keeps your interest from the start. This is about Oz and Rose and the journey they have gone on to get to the end. Cannot wait for the next one to be released and get pulled into this series.
An amazing start for a new series. Well written I could not put it down. Full of action, mystery and suspense. Great chemistry between the characters. Can’t wait to see what’s next.I
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I grabbed this off Booksprouts as soon as I realized I was taking part in the Book Blitz hosted by Xpresso Tours. I had zero expectations because I’d never read this author before. After I finished, I was so super stoked. The writing is really good! It was a short(ish) so I was able to read it in just one sitting. The characters had a superb connection and chemistry that just leaped off the story and the plot was intense and captivating! I am very excited to move forward with not only this series, but maybe get some of her books from her back-list read really soon!
A riveting suspense second chance romance and book one in The Guard series! The amazing story line is well thought out, emotionally deep, well developed, action-packed, engaging, and well written. The suspense, mystery, secrets, danger, steam, and twists and turns will keep you on the edge of your seat while holding your interest until the very end. Intriguing characters; the chemistry between them is off the charts. Definitely recommended.
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Wow I enjoyed this book. The characters are well developed and engaging with undeniable chemistry between the couple which made for a great storyline that kept me turning the pages.
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This is book one in The Guard Series. Oz is a retired Navy Seal who has created a team of former military men turned bodyguards. These men are not only his coworkers but his family, they are a tight knit group. Oz receives a call that someone from his past, eighteen years to be exact, needs his help. Rose, she is a JAG Corps officer, has been kidnapped. Of course, the only man that she believes can help her is Oz. Wow, what a story! This book truly has it all and it’s all wrapped up with a perfect read bow! If you have a soft spot for former military men, strong women and amazing storylines with a roller coaster of emotions to be experienced, this is your next series. I cannot wait to read more, enjoy!
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Intriguing, suspenseful, drama, well developed characters and storyline. Retired Navy SEAL Oswald “Oz” Morgon assembled people to be a part of an elite team with extraordinary skills. The Guard is his organization which is housed in a church. This unique version of a Special Ops team has hundreds of members and can be tracked by a microchip in their forearm. JAG Corps Officer Rose Kilbourn was kidnapped for just doing her job. She has a secret that she hasn’t shared with anyone and isn’t sure she can. She is a strong willed woman but also vulnerable at times which kept me rooting for her.
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JAG Rose never dreamed her job would make someone come after her. Oz is stunned when his special op team is called to find the only woman he ever loved but had walked away from due to his job. This is a story filled with action and will keep the reader glued to the pages. The couple are amazing characters in that they understand each other even when it is hard emotionally.
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I’m totally hooked on this new series and characters, Rose and Oz. Their story was very well written with such emotion, with plenty of action, suspense and romance. It just flowed so smoothly that I got lost in it and felt like I was living it right there with Rose and Oz. Em Petrova takes us on a wild ride that left me breathless. Another late night read but so worth it. I absolutely loved it. I cannot wait for the next book!! Happy reading everyone!!
This is an action packed start to a new seres by this author and it doesnt disappoint. This is a second chance romance and it is packed full of twists and turns, steamy romance with a lot of emotion and plenty of action. I loved the plot and the characters and I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
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This book sucks you in from the get go and you won’t put it down until you get to the end but then your gutted it is over as you want more, Rose is a strong women with a vulnerable side while Oz is all alpha and in control not only of himself but his team until he comes face to face with Rose, his one regret in life. There is action, attraction, secrets, laughs, some cool techie stuff, stubbornness, great support characters and some bad guys to find, as well as great ground work of learning about Oz’s team The Guard. Oh and when you meet Alex and Nick your going to love them… and I am sure those two are going to be trouble one day! lol
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Promising 4 ½ stars – This is Book 1 in a new series by one of the authors I frequently read. The organization that Oz created is very intriguing and I do wish the next book in the series would explain more about it. I like that Rose is portrayed as a very capable, independent and smart woman. Her previous but short connection to Oz makes their relationship feel like a second chance romance. Rose’ character is more defined. There are less details about Oz’s background. I do like the non-stop action, the plot turns and how the personal conflict between Oz and Rose was resolved. Will definitely read the next book in the series! [I received an advanced copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.]
There are no words. It is perfect. The action, the suspense, the love, the passion and compassion. I can not even describe how happy this story made me. Love it. Ready to read it again. I love Rose. She is so strong and so caring and giving and will do whatever it takes to take care and keep her family safe. She is brave and loyal. I love the new organization built for this world. Oz is a loyal and strong leader and does good works. I hope Madeline and Roman and North get their books and it would be nice for Alex and Nick to get second generation stories too. Ooh and the two new guys too especially the Texan.
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