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Bodyguard Rancher (The Secrets of Hidden Creek Ranch, Book 2)
Will she let him protect her?Perfect for fans
🔥Enemies to lovers
💓Forced proximity
🏛️Small-town romance
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Keeping Charli Lang safe while archaeologists dig up the treasure buried on her ranch should be easy for former navy SEAL Heath McKay. But Charli might be more than he can handle. She doesn’t want a bodyguard and she’s as captivating as she is contrary. Wagering that he can change her mind seems like the perfect way to keep her close—until their romantic sparring starts to feel like the real thing…
🔥Enemies to lovers
💓Forced proximity
🏛️Small-town romance
–
Keeping Charli Lang safe while archaeologists dig up the treasure buried on her ranch should be easy for former navy SEAL Heath McKay. But Charli might be more than he can handle. She doesn’t want a bodyguard and she’s as captivating as she is contrary. Wagering that he can change her mind seems like the perfect way to keep her close—until their romantic sparring starts to feel like the real thing…
- GenresRomantic Suspense
268 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 19, 2024
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9 people want to read
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Kacy Cross
45 books62 followersI write romance novels starring swoon-worthy heroes that you can share with your daughter, the ladies at church and your grandmother without fear because my books never contain bad language, violence or adult content. I live in Texas where I’ve seen bobcats and beavers near my house, but sadly not one cowboy. I’m raising two mini-ninjas alongside the love of my life who cooks while I write, which is my definition of a true hero.
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March 10, 2025
In the previous book (Undercover Cowboy Protector), stolen artifacts were found on ranch property. Now, the place is crawling with archaeologists and their staff, interfering with the sisters' plans for the ranch. Although an attempt to steal the items failed in the first book, and the culprit was captured, security is still tight for the sisters.
Heath is the bodyguard assigned to watch over Charli. A former SEAL, he was known as "The Enforcer" on his team. Unfortunately for him, Charli doesn't want a bodyguard and delights in giving him the slip. That ends when she attempts to fight off a handsy archaeologist and Heath steps in, and then Heath discovers an unknown someone watching the activities on the ranch. The situation becomes more complicated when a gold jaguar figure is found.
The tension between Charli and Heath leaps off the page. The sparks of attraction between them are unexpected and unwelcome. Charli recently left a bad relationship, and Heath is in love with another woman. However, Heath bets Charli that he can change her mind about men's trustworthiness in three weeks, while she maintains that he can't.
I enjoyed watching their relationship develop. Whenever Charli is near him, she scrambles Heath's mind, which he finds incredibly frustrating when trying to keep her safe. The more time they spend together, the closer they grow. I liked how they shared their past relationship problems and loved the reactions to the so-called issues. Neither one wants to admit to their growing feelings for each other, preferring to call it "practice" for Heath to regain his old girlfriend. But when the ex-girlfriend, Margot, shows up, Charli's old insecurities flare up, and she pulls away. Meanwhile, Heath must decide if he still loves Margot or if his heart has discovered a better home. I loved Heath's "aha" moment; his bet pay-off scene at the end was fantastic.
The suspense of the story kept me turning the pages. The discovery of a second jaguar figure ramped up the danger as it became evident that someone wanted them. When someone succeeded in stealing the statues, Heath immediately set out to find them. It didn't take long for him to figure out the culprit. The final confrontation was intense, but I did not doubt how it would turn out.
I liked the epilogue and look forward to Veronica's story.
Heath is the bodyguard assigned to watch over Charli. A former SEAL, he was known as "The Enforcer" on his team. Unfortunately for him, Charli doesn't want a bodyguard and delights in giving him the slip. That ends when she attempts to fight off a handsy archaeologist and Heath steps in, and then Heath discovers an unknown someone watching the activities on the ranch. The situation becomes more complicated when a gold jaguar figure is found.
The tension between Charli and Heath leaps off the page. The sparks of attraction between them are unexpected and unwelcome. Charli recently left a bad relationship, and Heath is in love with another woman. However, Heath bets Charli that he can change her mind about men's trustworthiness in three weeks, while she maintains that he can't.
I enjoyed watching their relationship develop. Whenever Charli is near him, she scrambles Heath's mind, which he finds incredibly frustrating when trying to keep her safe. The more time they spend together, the closer they grow. I liked how they shared their past relationship problems and loved the reactions to the so-called issues. Neither one wants to admit to their growing feelings for each other, preferring to call it "practice" for Heath to regain his old girlfriend. But when the ex-girlfriend, Margot, shows up, Charli's old insecurities flare up, and she pulls away. Meanwhile, Heath must decide if he still loves Margot or if his heart has discovered a better home. I loved Heath's "aha" moment; his bet pay-off scene at the end was fantastic.
The suspense of the story kept me turning the pages. The discovery of a second jaguar figure ramped up the danger as it became evident that someone wanted them. When someone succeeded in stealing the statues, Heath immediately set out to find them. It didn't take long for him to figure out the culprit. The final confrontation was intense, but I did not doubt how it would turn out.
I liked the epilogue and look forward to Veronica's story.
August 4, 2025
Edgy, buff and complicated bodyguard meets misunderstood, vivacious and unpredictable cowgirl. Sweet and entertaining with a suspenseful mystery.
Charli Lang no longer trusts men and rightly so. In fact, she has decided her new super power is to become Hurricane Charlotte. With the discovery of an ancient statue linked to their missing father, university archeologists are scouring their property for more ancient treasure. It isn’t long before Charli and her sisters find danger at their doorstep as a result.
Now, Charli has a bodyguard that has managed to get on her last nerve with his ridiculous rules. But she has never been one to cater to rules and doesn’t plan to start now. Ditching him brings her sweet joy; until she finds herself in a position where she needs him.
Bodyguard Heath McKay is getting tired of Charli trying to ditch him so he presents her with a plan, a bet that will save him the trouble of Charli trying to slip past his guard while helping him to clean up his act so his ex will see him in a better light and take him back. Of course, Heath thinks his plan is brilliant, so why does he suddenly think he fell right into her carefully set trap?
I was gifted a free copy of this book and freely offer this review.
Charli Lang no longer trusts men and rightly so. In fact, she has decided her new super power is to become Hurricane Charlotte. With the discovery of an ancient statue linked to their missing father, university archeologists are scouring their property for more ancient treasure. It isn’t long before Charli and her sisters find danger at their doorstep as a result.
Now, Charli has a bodyguard that has managed to get on her last nerve with his ridiculous rules. But she has never been one to cater to rules and doesn’t plan to start now. Ditching him brings her sweet joy; until she finds herself in a position where she needs him.
Bodyguard Heath McKay is getting tired of Charli trying to ditch him so he presents her with a plan, a bet that will save him the trouble of Charli trying to slip past his guard while helping him to clean up his act so his ex will see him in a better light and take him back. Of course, Heath thinks his plan is brilliant, so why does he suddenly think he fell right into her carefully set trap?
I was gifted a free copy of this book and freely offer this review.
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December 2, 2024Romantic Suspense, Contemporary Romance, Suspense, Western Romance
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April 23, 2025
Fabulous, feel good read!
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