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Simple Treasures
Take-charge bodyguard Colin Munro believes working for the International Protective Network will be the perfect occupation for him. Unfortunately, his trial assignment is protecting a woman who has no intention of blindly following orders. Aye, he’ll bring the bonnie lass in line because there’s no way he’ll allow her to ruin his chance of securing his dream job.
Physically and emotionally scarred during her stint as a U.S. soldier, Joanna Grainger wants nothing more than to enjoy life. New Year's Eve in Edinburgh marks the beginning of her transformation. But when she witnesses a crime no one believes occurred, her plans come to a screeching halt. To make matters worse, her sexy but headstrong bodyguard has no compassion for her or the victim.
As danger hunts them during one of the busiest times of the year, Joanna must convince Colin she's a worthy partner. But first, can she convince herself?
Physically and emotionally scarred during her stint as a U.S. soldier, Joanna Grainger wants nothing more than to enjoy life. New Year's Eve in Edinburgh marks the beginning of her transformation. But when she witnesses a crime no one believes occurred, her plans come to a screeching halt. To make matters worse, her sexy but headstrong bodyguard has no compassion for her or the victim.
As danger hunts them during one of the busiest times of the year, Joanna must convince Colin she's a worthy partner. But first, can she convince herself?
85 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 22, 2012
13 people want to read
About the author
Alexa Bourne
12 books22 followersAlexa Bourne is a teacher by day and a romance writer by nights, weekends, and all school holidays. She also teaches online classes for writers throughout the year. She writes romantic suspense and contemporary romance and is thrilled to have the chance to share her stories with readers everywhere.
When she’s not concocting sinister plots and steamy love scenes or traveling and exploring new cultures, Alexa spends her time reading, watching brainless TV, and thinking about exercising. Okay, she also spends way too much time interacting with readers and writers on social media sites. But don’t tell her editors! Find out more about her and her books on her website, www.alexabourne.com.
When she’s not concocting sinister plots and steamy love scenes or traveling and exploring new cultures, Alexa spends her time reading, watching brainless TV, and thinking about exercising. Okay, she also spends way too much time interacting with readers and writers on social media sites. But don’t tell her editors! Find out more about her and her books on her website, www.alexabourne.com.
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January 7, 2013
"Colin Munro didn't know which knife to worry about more, the one pointed at his throat or the one at his crotch."
BAM! I love the opening!
Simple Treasures is a surprising, hot, all-around adorable romantic suspense.
Joanna is a flawed heroine, and Colin is the no strings attached hero.
To get a job as a bodyguard, he must first keep her safe. She's witnessed a murder in a train in Scotland.
Joanna is strong and knows how to work a knife (or two!). But she's also scarred, physically and emotionally, from her time in the military. She has a sense of humor. Very well rounded character.
Colin is hot, and she brings his soft side in good time. He's conflicted, since taking his first client to bed isn't a smart move. Oh, and by the way, he's not even a contracted employee yet.
I wasn't able to sleep and started reading this. Let me tell you it was not a smart move. Couldn't put it down!
BAM! I love the opening!
Simple Treasures is a surprising, hot, all-around adorable romantic suspense.
Joanna is a flawed heroine, and Colin is the no strings attached hero.
To get a job as a bodyguard, he must first keep her safe. She's witnessed a murder in a train in Scotland.
Joanna is strong and knows how to work a knife (or two!). But she's also scarred, physically and emotionally, from her time in the military. She has a sense of humor. Very well rounded character.
Colin is hot, and she brings his soft side in good time. He's conflicted, since taking his first client to bed isn't a smart move. Oh, and by the way, he's not even a contracted employee yet.
I wasn't able to sleep and started reading this. Let me tell you it was not a smart move. Couldn't put it down!
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January 31, 2014Thanks to Decadent Publishing and Alexa Bourne for giving me another Scottish setting!! I have to say, I want more in the Honor Guard series! Someone needs to get writing!!
I love newbie Colin instantly! When I saw that Heather was mentioned, I was glad that I had read Her Highland Champion first since I made the connection immediately!!
My heart went out to Joanna especially after she was injured while serving her country and didn't believe she was beautiful anymore. Self-esteem can do major damage when bad things happen.
I love newbie Colin instantly! When I saw that Heather was mentioned, I was glad that I had read Her Highland Champion first since I made the connection immediately!!
My heart went out to Joanna especially after she was injured while serving her country and didn't believe she was beautiful anymore. Self-esteem can do major damage when bad things happen.
December 21, 2012
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