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Bachelor Bodyguards #14
Hostage Security
He’ll risk anything for this newly found child!Perfect for fans
👔 Workplace romance
💖 Second chance
👶 Secret baby
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After five years behind bars for a crime he didn’t commit, Josh Stafford gets a fresh start as a security specialist. When work takes him to his ex-fiancée’s jewellery store, he keeps his distance. And then the son he’s never met is kidnapped… Josh understands why Natalie Croft doesn’t trust him. He’s ready to push emotions aside until their little boy is safe—no matter how much he still loves her.
👔 Workplace romance
💖 Second chance
👶 Secret baby
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After five years behind bars for a crime he didn’t commit, Josh Stafford gets a fresh start as a security specialist. When work takes him to his ex-fiancée’s jewellery store, he keeps his distance. And then the son he’s never met is kidnapped… Josh understands why Natalie Croft doesn’t trust him. He’s ready to push emotions aside until their little boy is safe—no matter how much he still loves her.
- GenresRomantic Suspense
282 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 27, 2025
About the author
Lisa Childs
377 books991 followersBorn one dark and stormy Halloween night, Lisa Childs was predestined to write suspense novels. She loves spinning dark and twisty stories that keep readers awake because they’re either too busy turning pages or too scared to sleep. Lisa Childs is the prolific author of more than seventy published novels. In addition to romantic suspense, she also writes women’s fiction, paranormal and contemporary romance.
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January 15, 2025
Hostage Security is the fourteenth in the Bachelor Bodyguards series but can be read as a stand alone story, however I suggest reading the prior stories for secondary character backgrounds as well as for the entertainment of the series. This is a story of redemption, secret baby and second chance at first love. Josh Stafford has recently been released from prison after serving a five year sentence for a crime he didn't commit but confessed to in order to save someone close to him. By confessing, he also destroyed the relationship that he was building with Natalie Croft whom he has never stopped loving. In college, Natalie Croft thought she had the perfect life. She was engaged to her true love, finishing her degree and planning to work for the family business but then her fiance confessed to stealing, was sent to prison and she discovered she was pregnant. Now five years later, her family jewelry store is experiencing thefts and the insurance company has told them to hire a security company that unknown to her includes her ex-fiance. When more diamonds disappear and her son and mother are kidnapped, she must work with Josh to discover who is behind these heinous acts while trying to protect her heart. Josh is stunned to learn he has a son and swears he will do anything to find him and Natalie's mother, while trying to convince Natalie to trust him again. This is an amazing story with a rollercoaster of emotions that will have you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.
I received an advance reader copy from the publisher but all thoughts and feelings are my own.
I received an advance reader copy from the publisher but all thoughts and feelings are my own.
February 25, 2025
Lisa Childs knocks it out of the park with this book about a man who finds out he has a son just as his son is kidnapped. The story is fast-paced and absorbing as Josh Stafford shows his love for his son and his former lover again and again, placing himself in danger to protect them. This book shows the real heart of a hero and those they love. I enjoyed the twists that kept my head spinning as Josh tried to find out who was behind the kidnapping and the demand for diamonds. I kept guessing incorrectly almost until the very end. I did have part of the mystery figured out and really enjoyed all of the clues. I especially liked the author’s empathetic approach to the dementia suffered by Mr. Croft, the father of Natalie and grandfather to Josh’s son. Mr. Croft is so well and realistically portrayed that I felt sorry for him when he couldn’t remember things and struggled so desperately to do so. I loved how Natalie reassured him that it would all be okay, not upsetting him about her missing mother and son. The love between family was evident as well as the sibling rivalry between Natalie and her sister Dena. Dena was not a very likable character, but she was meant to be portrayed that way and the author did a good job of painting a portrait of jealousy and bitterness. The story is multi-layered with family drama, forgiveness, reconciliation and a true understanding of how the past can affect the present and the future. This book held me captivated and at times holding my breath and hoping for the best. This is intense suspense at its best and a second chance at romance that captivated my heart and imagination.
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Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. I was not required to write a positive review, and all opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16th CFR, Part 255, “Guidelines Concerning the Use of Testimonials and Endorsements in Advertising.”
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Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. I was not required to write a positive review, and all opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16th CFR, Part 255, “Guidelines Concerning the Use of Testimonials and Endorsements in Advertising.”
March 3, 2025
Story of second chance, secret baby, kidnapping, and redemption
Good read! I received an ARC from NetGalley and this is my honest opinion.
This is a terrific second chance romantic suspense book. From the start it grabs your attention and keeps it with all the plot twist. You meet the new branch of Payne Protection Agency.
Josh sacrificed himself for his those he loves and spend 5 year on prison. He sacrificed more than he realized when he took the blame for a crimes he didn’t do. He has the perfect balance of protecter and golden retriever boyfriend vibes.
Good read! I received an ARC from NetGalley and this is my honest opinion.
This is a terrific second chance romantic suspense book. From the start it grabs your attention and keeps it with all the plot twist. You meet the new branch of Payne Protection Agency.
Josh sacrificed himself for his those he loves and spend 5 year on prison. He sacrificed more than he realized when he took the blame for a crimes he didn’t do. He has the perfect balance of protecter and golden retriever boyfriend vibes.
February 23, 2025
3.5stars-HOSTAGE SECURITY is the fourteenth instalment in Lisa Childs’ contemporary, adult BACHELOR BODYGUARDS romantic suspense series focusing on the men and women who work for Payne Protection Agency in River City , Michigan.. This is twenty-eight year old, former inmate turned security specialist Josh Stafford, and single mother/ jeweler Natalie Croft’s story line. HOSTAGE SECURITY can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary but I recommend reading the series in order for back story and cohesion as many of the previous story line characters return as secondary and supporting characters.
Told from several omniscient third person perspectives, HOSTAGE SECURITY follows Josh Stafford on one of his first assignments with Payne Protection Agency, an assignment that brings him up close and personal with the woman he loves. Josh Stafford served five years for a crime he did not commit but desperate to protect the people he loved, Josh took the fall for someone close. Croft Custom Jewelry has had a number of thefts in the recent weeks, and the insurance company is desperate to uncover the truth. Assigned to stake out the shop where the woman he loves works, Josh comes face to face with Natalie Croft, the woman he left behind when his life spiralled out of control but all is not as it appears to be when a ransom note points to a missing child, a son Josh never knew he had. What ensues is the search for the missing child, as Natalie must come to terms with what is happening and why.
The world building focuses on a kidnapping and theft, a ransom demand and danger, betrayal and vengeance for a family struggling with illness and jealousy.
The relationship between Josh and Natalie is one of second chances. Five years earlier, Josh was sentenced for a crime he did not commit, and in the ensuing years Natalie kept their son a secret in the face of betrayal and humiliation. Working for Payne Protection Agency, Josh will discover a brotherhood of reformation, people who have faced betrayal by the people they know, and in this, Josh is hoping for a second chance at life and love. The $ex scenes are passionate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.
There is a large ensemble cast of secondary and supporting characters including several of the previous story line couples and heroes including Garek Kozminiski, Milek Kozminiski; Penny Payne Lynch. We are introduced to Natalie’s parents Claus and Marilyn, her sister Dena and husband Timothy; Josh’s sister Sylvie; sales clerk Hannah; and Natalie and Josh’s son Henry.
HOSTAGE SECURITY is a story of secrets and lies, betrayal and vengeance, power and control, greed and jealousy, forgiveness and love. The premise is intriguing ; the romance is fated; the characters are desperate and dynamic but I struggled with the lack of coordination for a security firm; the over the top actions and stupidity of our story line heroine that placed everyone in danger; and the continuous accusations against our story line hero.
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Told from several omniscient third person perspectives, HOSTAGE SECURITY follows Josh Stafford on one of his first assignments with Payne Protection Agency, an assignment that brings him up close and personal with the woman he loves. Josh Stafford served five years for a crime he did not commit but desperate to protect the people he loved, Josh took the fall for someone close. Croft Custom Jewelry has had a number of thefts in the recent weeks, and the insurance company is desperate to uncover the truth. Assigned to stake out the shop where the woman he loves works, Josh comes face to face with Natalie Croft, the woman he left behind when his life spiralled out of control but all is not as it appears to be when a ransom note points to a missing child, a son Josh never knew he had. What ensues is the search for the missing child, as Natalie must come to terms with what is happening and why.
The world building focuses on a kidnapping and theft, a ransom demand and danger, betrayal and vengeance for a family struggling with illness and jealousy.
The relationship between Josh and Natalie is one of second chances. Five years earlier, Josh was sentenced for a crime he did not commit, and in the ensuing years Natalie kept their son a secret in the face of betrayal and humiliation. Working for Payne Protection Agency, Josh will discover a brotherhood of reformation, people who have faced betrayal by the people they know, and in this, Josh is hoping for a second chance at life and love. The $ex scenes are passionate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.
There is a large ensemble cast of secondary and supporting characters including several of the previous story line couples and heroes including Garek Kozminiski, Milek Kozminiski; Penny Payne Lynch. We are introduced to Natalie’s parents Claus and Marilyn, her sister Dena and husband Timothy; Josh’s sister Sylvie; sales clerk Hannah; and Natalie and Josh’s son Henry.
HOSTAGE SECURITY is a story of secrets and lies, betrayal and vengeance, power and control, greed and jealousy, forgiveness and love. The premise is intriguing ; the romance is fated; the characters are desperate and dynamic but I struggled with the lack of coordination for a security firm; the over the top actions and stupidity of our story line heroine that placed everyone in danger; and the continuous accusations against our story line hero.
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February 24, 2025
Terrific second chance romance with intense suspense. Five years ago, Josh and Natalie were in love and planning their future together. Then Josh went to prison after pleading guilty to a crime he didn't commit, all to protect those he loved. He went so far as to tell Natalie that he didn't love her and to forget him, not knowing that she was pregnant.
Now, Josh is out of prison and working as a security specialist with Payne Protection. His first assignment is to monitor the security at Croft Jewelry, Natalie's family business. The store has had many diamonds go missing, and the insurance company insists on upgrading security.
Natalie has spent the last five years raising her son with her parents' help and working for the family business. She is shocked to discover that Josh is part of the security team and suspicious of his presence. But not nearly as shocked as Josh when he receives a note telling him to find the diamonds or he'll never see his son and Natalie's mother again.
The action and suspense are intense as Josh tries to bury all his emotions while searching for his son. He and Natalie must work together to discover who is behind the thefts. The emotional rollercoaster kept me glued to the pages as Josh dealt with the news he's a father and worked to regain the trust of the woman he never stopped loving. Natalie struggles with the resurgence of her love for Josh and her fear of trusting him with her heart. I was frustrated by her lack of faith in him before she learned the truth but happy when she finally admitted the depth of her feelings. I liked seeing them come together and lay the past to rest and plan for the future they should have had.
The mystery of the missing diamonds kept me intrigued from start to finish. The lack of clues frustrated Josh and Natalie and kept the team scrambling for leads. Attacks and threats from the thief/kidnapper increased the intensity as they began to close in on the truth. Several edge-of-the-seat confrontations led to my suspicion of the perpetrator's identity. There was one twist I didn't see coming until almost the end. The final confrontation was an eye-opener on several levels, bringing the mystery to a terrific conclusion.
I enjoyed meeting Josh's half-sister, Sylvie. She had a fascinating past that made her a strong and resilient woman. She plays a crucial role in the story, and I loved her interactions with other characters. The end reveals an unexpected connection with the newest branch of Payne Protection, ensuring that she will likely turn up in a later book.
Now, Josh is out of prison and working as a security specialist with Payne Protection. His first assignment is to monitor the security at Croft Jewelry, Natalie's family business. The store has had many diamonds go missing, and the insurance company insists on upgrading security.
Natalie has spent the last five years raising her son with her parents' help and working for the family business. She is shocked to discover that Josh is part of the security team and suspicious of his presence. But not nearly as shocked as Josh when he receives a note telling him to find the diamonds or he'll never see his son and Natalie's mother again.
The action and suspense are intense as Josh tries to bury all his emotions while searching for his son. He and Natalie must work together to discover who is behind the thefts. The emotional rollercoaster kept me glued to the pages as Josh dealt with the news he's a father and worked to regain the trust of the woman he never stopped loving. Natalie struggles with the resurgence of her love for Josh and her fear of trusting him with her heart. I was frustrated by her lack of faith in him before she learned the truth but happy when she finally admitted the depth of her feelings. I liked seeing them come together and lay the past to rest and plan for the future they should have had.
The mystery of the missing diamonds kept me intrigued from start to finish. The lack of clues frustrated Josh and Natalie and kept the team scrambling for leads. Attacks and threats from the thief/kidnapper increased the intensity as they began to close in on the truth. Several edge-of-the-seat confrontations led to my suspicion of the perpetrator's identity. There was one twist I didn't see coming until almost the end. The final confrontation was an eye-opener on several levels, bringing the mystery to a terrific conclusion.
I enjoyed meeting Josh's half-sister, Sylvie. She had a fascinating past that made her a strong and resilient woman. She plays a crucial role in the story, and I loved her interactions with other characters. The end reveals an unexpected connection with the newest branch of Payne Protection, ensuring that she will likely turn up in a later book.
February 13, 2025
This story is equal parts family drama and mystery. The child abduction that brings Josh back into the life of his ex is chilling but it is also pivotal in changing lives. Natalie and Josh were once in love and planning a live until Josh took the fall for something he did not do. There is a lot to unpack in the story about Josh's motives for going to jail and her secret. The secret child trope is one I have a problem with even though it is often played out. I just have a hard time putting myself in the shoes of someone who could keep a secret like that which made relating to Natalie difficult.
Child abduction can be triggering for some but for me it is so chilling to read about because it is ripped from the headlines. There is some action bringing the boy back to his family and yes they need to become a family for him.
I have read Lisa Child's books before and would recommend the Bane Island series. I thought this book was a touch dry in places and really disliked the beginning. I like something to hit the fan on page one but this book start with checking in on characters from other books. It take a while to get going and I only stuck because of Bane Island. It wasn't bad, it did have suspense and second chance love but it was lacking that something extra to set it apart. I would give the book about 3.25 and recommend Lisa Childs but maybe not this book. If the secret child trope does not bother you, you may find it more enjoyable than I did.
Thanks to NetGalley and Harlequin - Romance | Love Inspired Suspense for the opportunity to read this ARC.
Child abduction can be triggering for some but for me it is so chilling to read about because it is ripped from the headlines. There is some action bringing the boy back to his family and yes they need to become a family for him.
I have read Lisa Child's books before and would recommend the Bane Island series. I thought this book was a touch dry in places and really disliked the beginning. I like something to hit the fan on page one but this book start with checking in on characters from other books. It take a while to get going and I only stuck because of Bane Island. It wasn't bad, it did have suspense and second chance love but it was lacking that something extra to set it apart. I would give the book about 3.25 and recommend Lisa Childs but maybe not this book. If the secret child trope does not bother you, you may find it more enjoyable than I did.
Thanks to NetGalley and Harlequin - Romance | Love Inspired Suspense for the opportunity to read this ARC.
February 24, 2025
Josh Stafford had been granted early release from prison and is working with the Payne Protection Agency. It is believed that he took the blame for the person who had actually committed the crime, but he is not talking. Before he had gone to prison, he and Natalie Croft had been involved, but now he is protecting the exterior of the Croft Custom Jewelry store. They have suffered several thefts that have put them in jeopardy with their insurance company. Natalie, who is in charge of the business accounts, is notified that they are missing a bag of diamonds. They soon wonder if Josh might be involved, but he has proof that he has never been inside the store, only watching from outside. He begins to believe that the thefts might be an inside job, but who would have taken them and why? When Natalie’s son Henry, along with her mother, are missing, she learns that they have been kidnapped and only the missing diamonds will secure their release. He had no idea that Natalie had a son, but could Henry be his son? They will have to solve who had access to the diamonds in order to rescue Henry and Mimi. A truly enjoyable and twisted mystery. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (paytonpuppy)
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May 1, 2025Quick Thoughts: Action forward family member kidnapping and second chance tale, where an ex-con who took the rap for a loved one has to make amends to the casualty of that situation, his ex gf, and rebuild trust with not just her, but the community too.
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Harlequin Romantic Suspense (March 2025)
Series: Bachelor Bodyguards #14
Themes/Tropes: second chance, surprise baby, ex-con, kidnapping, child rescue, making amends, complicated family dynamics, parent with growing memory care issues, innocent people being incarcerated, forgiveness, redemption
LEO: no, he’s an ex-con working with a private security firm
Setting: River City, MI (fictional large city)
BIPOC Characters: neither MC
LGBTQ+: no
Steam/Spice Level: open door, in the bed, two separate steamy/spicy scenes
POV: third past, multi POV (both MCs, and secondary characters as needed to advance the story)
Standalone or Series: 14th book of the series and can be read as a standalone (as I did) but you do miss a lot of the connections and significance of some previous books MCs here. I’d recommend reading the first two books in the series before going into this one.
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Harlequin Romantic Suspense (March 2025)
Series: Bachelor Bodyguards #14
Themes/Tropes: second chance, surprise baby, ex-con, kidnapping, child rescue, making amends, complicated family dynamics, parent with growing memory care issues, innocent people being incarcerated, forgiveness, redemption
LEO: no, he’s an ex-con working with a private security firm
Setting: River City, MI (fictional large city)
BIPOC Characters: neither MC
LGBTQ+: no
Steam/Spice Level: open door, in the bed, two separate steamy/spicy scenes
POV: third past, multi POV (both MCs, and secondary characters as needed to advance the story)
Standalone or Series: 14th book of the series and can be read as a standalone (as I did) but you do miss a lot of the connections and significance of some previous books MCs here. I’d recommend reading the first two books in the series before going into this one.
January 25, 2025
Hostage Security is part of the Bachelor Bodyguards series. The story focuses on Natalie and Josh who were college sweethearts until an unfortunate series of events that leads Josh to plead guilty to crimes he did not commit in order to protect those he loves. The story picks up with Josh’s release from prison when he begins working for a security company. As part of his job, he enters Natalie’s life again. If that isn’t shock enough for Natalie, a robbery takes place at her family’s jewelry store and her son - also Josh’s son, is kidnapped. They must find a way to put their past behind them as they work to find their son. This is an action packed romance full of suspense and excitement. It definitely is easier if you read the prior books in the series, but you can get away with reading it as a standalone. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an advanced copy of the book in exchange for an honest review!
February 25, 2025
A series of events unexpectedly reunites college sweethearts Natalie Croft and Josh Stafford. Josh was recently released from prison after serving five years for a crime he didn’t commit. Natalie tried to tell him she was pregnant but the one time she went to visit him in prison, he made it clear he didn’t want to see or hear from her again. Ever. So, she kept the news a secret and did her best to move on with her life. Now her son and her mother are missing, and she needs Josh’s help in getting them back.
An awesome story about second chances, and not just those involving love, trust, secrets, betrayal, family dynamics, new beginnings, and more.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
An awesome story about second chances, and not just those involving love, trust, secrets, betrayal, family dynamics, new beginnings, and more.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
September 23, 2025
Natalie Croft mother and son went missing and the kidnapper is demanding diamonds in exchange. Josh her ex-fiance now security specialist just got out of jail recently and found out the kidnappers demanding diamonds from him. Now he's doing everything he can to find the son he never knew.
I love books like this the whole mystery and suspense of it all. I like the not only did we get the point of view of the two main characters but child as well. He was kidnapped and his childlike point of view of what's going on his end was interesting. I enjoyed watching as this book went along and how it was easy to cast suspicion at many different characters. Overall it was a really good book I really enjoyed it.
I love books like this the whole mystery and suspense of it all. I like the not only did we get the point of view of the two main characters but child as well. He was kidnapped and his childlike point of view of what's going on his end was interesting. I enjoyed watching as this book went along and how it was easy to cast suspicion at many different characters. Overall it was a really good book I really enjoyed it.
February 10, 2025
This was a captivating book for me as I love a good suspense. As Josh takes on a new position as a security specialist, he is in for some real surprises! He has a son that he never knew anything about. And that son has just been kidnapped. There are no dull moments in this Romantic Suspense. There is lots of action as Josh does whatever is needed to find his son. Natalie, the mother of his son and Josh have been apart for many years and she is not sure how she feels about this. I am sure if you like suspense, this one will keep you on the edge of your chair.
I received an ARC of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I received an ARC of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
February 26, 2025
Hostage Security
Lisa Childs
Josh Stafford one of bodyguards that was out to find what was important to his ex-fiancee Natalie Croft and the son he didn't know he had and her mother. But the only way to find them is by finding the diamonds from Croft's jewelry store. They had gone through alot to find Henry his son and Mrs. Croft. This was a trust issue for Natalie and Josh. This was a book that kept me right into it. Will everything work out for Natalie and Josh and Henry. Lisa wrote a fabulous book. Characters were with the right setting.
I recommend this book to anyone who likes romantic suspense.
Lisa Childs
Josh Stafford one of bodyguards that was out to find what was important to his ex-fiancee Natalie Croft and the son he didn't know he had and her mother. But the only way to find them is by finding the diamonds from Croft's jewelry store. They had gone through alot to find Henry his son and Mrs. Croft. This was a trust issue for Natalie and Josh. This was a book that kept me right into it. Will everything work out for Natalie and Josh and Henry. Lisa wrote a fabulous book. Characters were with the right setting.
I recommend this book to anyone who likes romantic suspense.
January 16, 2025
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Wow. This is the first book I have read by Lisa Childs... and you can guarantee it will not be the last.
From the very first, I was wrapped up into the lives of Natalie and Josh. This book is wrapped in mystery of missing diamonds and abduction, a beautiful love story, and a dad who didn't know he had a child, yet risked everything to find the son he had never met. I finished this book in a day. I couldn't put it down. I highly recommend this one!!!!!
Wow. This is the first book I have read by Lisa Childs... and you can guarantee it will not be the last.
From the very first, I was wrapped up into the lives of Natalie and Josh. This book is wrapped in mystery of missing diamonds and abduction, a beautiful love story, and a dad who didn't know he had a child, yet risked everything to find the son he had never met. I finished this book in a day. I couldn't put it down. I highly recommend this one!!!!!
March 2, 2025
This is the first book of Lisa Childs’ Bachelor Bodyguards and I can say it won’t be the last. Ms. Childs’ writing is not only good, her story was written smoothly and the story kept me enthralled, and in the twists and romance, I couldn’t put it down. Our hero Jos finds himself not only working security for his old flame’s jewelry store when a robbery occurs and finds himself with Natalie as the security company works to find their kidnapped child, a son he didn’t know about. This was an excellent book and look forward to more.
March 10, 2025
Hero did time in jail for a crime he didn't commit. He is now a security specialist and just found out he is a Dad to a kid he didn't know he had because he broke up with heroine to protect her before he went to jail and she never told him.. The kid is kidnapped so MCs & his team work together to catch the bad dudes.
As with all HP Intrigues, it has a lot of action and not too much romance and unfortunately nothing different per se to make it any more special than the rest but I still enjoyed it.
As with all HP Intrigues, it has a lot of action and not too much romance and unfortunately nothing different per se to make it any more special than the rest but I still enjoyed it.
January 13, 2025
Hostage security.
What a thrilling ride.
You'll feel like you've been on a rollercoaster. Ride by the time you finish this story,
phenomenal read.
Missing diamonds, people are being abducted held hostage..
Will the father and guardian agency recover.What's missing before anyone else loses possible lives.
Just remember you can never trust anyone.
But what a fantastic read.
I personally love this author's work highly.Suggest anything.She writes.
Thank you lisa Childs.
What a thrilling ride.
You'll feel like you've been on a rollercoaster. Ride by the time you finish this story,
phenomenal read.
Missing diamonds, people are being abducted held hostage..
Will the father and guardian agency recover.What's missing before anyone else loses possible lives.
Just remember you can never trust anyone.
But what a fantastic read.
I personally love this author's work highly.Suggest anything.She writes.
Thank you lisa Childs.
February 3, 2025
Engaging and entertaining romantic suspense. Second chance romance and a kidnapping. Lots of family issues. I have not read the previous books in this series. Maybe one of them. Obviously, this can be read as a standalone and still be thoroughly enjoyable. I did skip over the intimate scenes. Interesting variety of characters. Thanks to the publisher for providing a copy via NetGalley. My review is voluntary.
April 12, 2026
I felt like the author did a good job of character building. I especially liked the chapters that were from the child’s point of view. Having a character with dementia added another level to the story, which worked even better because he was so likeable .
This book is in the middle of a longer series, none of which I have read. Though many things from past books were summarized well, there were enough similar people I sometimes had trouble remembering who was whom.
This book is in the middle of a longer series, none of which I have read. Though many things from past books were summarized well, there were enough similar people I sometimes had trouble remembering who was whom.
January 19, 2025
Yep, my heart broke for Josh (Stafford). He is an amazing human being, imho. Yes, he did break Natalie Croft’s heart but he thought he did the right thing. Lots of surprises for these two! The story had intrigue and betrayals and good guys and bad guys. But thru it all? Even when they didn’t think they did, Josh and Natalie had each other. Great read.
February 13, 2025
After five years Josh Stafford is released from prison and finds out he had a son he didn't know about when he goes to confront his ex fiance Natalie Croft he finds out his son and Natalie's mother have both been kidnapped and they want valuable diamonds as ransom.This book kept me on edge I highly recommend it.
March 18, 2025
This was one of the best books I’ve read this year. I thought I knew who the guy in the mask was, I was close but I was wrong. I’m happy that Natalie gave Josh a chance and let him help her. I don’t want to give too much away but if you haven’t read this book you definitely should. Love the suspense in this book.
May 7, 2025
I love this author and this book.
Natalie has built a wall around her heart and only lets her son and her immediate family in, until danger threatens them.
Josh is just trying to survive and make his life better after his hard past. He doesn't expect to be thrown into more turmoil than he thought. As secrets unfold he has to make decisions.
Will they be able to manage it all.
Natalie has built a wall around her heart and only lets her son and her immediate family in, until danger threatens them.
Josh is just trying to survive and make his life better after his hard past. He doesn't expect to be thrown into more turmoil than he thought. As secrets unfold he has to make decisions.
Will they be able to manage it all.
December 17, 2024
This was a very interesting book with lots of characters. At the time I started reading I didn’t realize this was book 14. It was a little confusing not having the backgrounds of the other characters. It was fascinating to follow the clues. I would like to read the other books.
December 26, 2024
As much as I was hoping to get into this one, I simply could not get into this story. Which is a shame since secret baby and/or single parent stories seem to be my favorite lately and this one featured both tropes.
February 1, 2025
Enjoyed the storyline. Need to read others in this series
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February 2, 2025Romantic Suspense, Private Investigators, Suspense
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Bachelor Bodyguards (Book #14)
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March 14, 2025
Love this series. This book did not disappoint!
March 19, 2025
Very selfish of Josh doing what he thought he had to do for five years then endure what he found out later. Twist in turns, well written.
March 30, 2025
Fast paced, great story,Josh gets the shock of his life when he finds out he has a son and he's been taken..Nail biter til the end,, love it!
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