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Guard Dog
A dark, spicy crime romance with rom-com chaos, a brooding bodyguard hero, and a fiery, sharp-tongued heroine who knows how to write a good sex scene. HEA guaranteed.
Ami - After a betrayal that nearly ended my romance writing career, the last thing I need is more drama. But one dinner with a super-fan lands me in the middle of a kidnapping attempt—and on the hit list of a ruthless cartel. Now I’m stuck inside a crime family’s compound, “for my own protection,” with nothing but my sarcasm—and a reluctant agreement to help the crime lord’s daughter write her debut novel—an alien Regency romance (yes, that’s a thing).
And the worst part? Marco Cedillo. He’s a tattooed ex-Marine bodyguard, and way too brooding for my sanity. He calls me stubborn, but I think he’s the real problem—too protective, too handsome, and too tempting.
Marco - Keeping Maria Sandoval—and her guest—safe should be simple. That’s my job. That’s all it’s supposed to be.
Then Ami Zadegan shows up - sharp, stubborn, and infuriating—and way too good at getting under my skin.
I can’t afford distractions. And I can’t afford mistakes. But every time I look at her, my control slips. The way she stands up to me, the way she makes me feel like I’m more than the sum of my scars—it makes me want to break every rule.
And when enemies close in and secrets from the past threaten everything I’ve sworn to protect, I’ll have to decide if the risk of loving her is worth the danger.
Ami - After a betrayal that nearly ended my romance writing career, the last thing I need is more drama. But one dinner with a super-fan lands me in the middle of a kidnapping attempt—and on the hit list of a ruthless cartel. Now I’m stuck inside a crime family’s compound, “for my own protection,” with nothing but my sarcasm—and a reluctant agreement to help the crime lord’s daughter write her debut novel—an alien Regency romance (yes, that’s a thing).
And the worst part? Marco Cedillo. He’s a tattooed ex-Marine bodyguard, and way too brooding for my sanity. He calls me stubborn, but I think he’s the real problem—too protective, too handsome, and too tempting.
Marco - Keeping Maria Sandoval—and her guest—safe should be simple. That’s my job. That’s all it’s supposed to be.
Then Ami Zadegan shows up - sharp, stubborn, and infuriating—and way too good at getting under my skin.
I can’t afford distractions. And I can’t afford mistakes. But every time I look at her, my control slips. The way she stands up to me, the way she makes me feel like I’m more than the sum of my scars—it makes me want to break every rule.
And when enemies close in and secrets from the past threaten everything I’ve sworn to protect, I’ll have to decide if the risk of loving her is worth the danger.
390 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 30, 2025
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About the author
Katt Andrews
4 books16 followersHi! I'm Katt Andrews and I write dark, dangerous romance where obsession smolders, loyalty cuts deep, and desire always wins. My stories are full of heat, grit, and morally gray men who will burn the world down for the women they can’t live without.
Texas features big in my novels because I was born and raised in San Antonio. I now lives in Houston with my husband, three kids, and a miniature dachshund named Daisy who definitely thinks she’s the boss. When I'm not writing, you’ll find me on the tennis court or deep down research rabbit holes about weapons smuggling, cartel dynamics, or which gun fits best in a thigh holster.
I believe every good love story should come with high stakes, emotional scars, and at least one violent interrogation.
You can stay up to date on the Guard Dogs (because there's more to come!), visit my website - https://kattandrews.com/newsletter.
Texas features big in my novels because I was born and raised in San Antonio. I now lives in Houston with my husband, three kids, and a miniature dachshund named Daisy who definitely thinks she’s the boss. When I'm not writing, you’ll find me on the tennis court or deep down research rabbit holes about weapons smuggling, cartel dynamics, or which gun fits best in a thigh holster.
I believe every good love story should come with high stakes, emotional scars, and at least one violent interrogation.
You can stay up to date on the Guard Dogs (because there's more to come!), visit my website - https://kattandrews.com/newsletter.
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February 7, 2026
✨ 𝗜𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗱𝘆𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗱𝗳𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝗱 𝗮 𝗯𝗮𝗯𝘆, 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗶𝘁. ✨
Whilst the recording wasn’t the best quality, I really enjoyed this listen! I loved how the audio changed during phone calls and walkie-talkie scenes- it added such a cool, immersive touch. This book felt so good and original. Just when I thought I had the story figured out, Katt took it in a completely different direction.
We follow Ami, a romance reader who hosts a meet-and-greet giveaway with her fans. Marie, a mafia princess, wins and Ami is suddenly thrown into an explosive world that turns her life upside down.
Ami ends up staying with Marie for protection, where she meets Marco, one of Marie’s family’s Guard Dogs.
Ami and Marco’s relationship builds into a slow, intense, and passionate journey. Danger is everywhere, and Marco is determined to protect both his work family and his growing interest. What could possibly go wrong? 👀
🖤 Bodyguard x Author
📕 Mafia
🖤 Touch her and 💀
📕 Forbidden love
🖤 Opposites attract
📕Forced Proximity
⭐️ 4/5
🌶️ 2/5
Whilst the recording wasn’t the best quality, I really enjoyed this listen! I loved how the audio changed during phone calls and walkie-talkie scenes- it added such a cool, immersive touch. This book felt so good and original. Just when I thought I had the story figured out, Katt took it in a completely different direction.
We follow Ami, a romance reader who hosts a meet-and-greet giveaway with her fans. Marie, a mafia princess, wins and Ami is suddenly thrown into an explosive world that turns her life upside down.
Ami ends up staying with Marie for protection, where she meets Marco, one of Marie’s family’s Guard Dogs.
Ami and Marco’s relationship builds into a slow, intense, and passionate journey. Danger is everywhere, and Marco is determined to protect both his work family and his growing interest. What could possibly go wrong? 👀
🖤 Bodyguard x Author
📕 Mafia
🖤 Touch her and 💀
📕 Forbidden love
🖤 Opposites attract
📕Forced Proximity
⭐️ 4/5
🌶️ 2/5
July 24, 2025
Ami thought she was just doing the right thing—rescuing a terrified girl from the back of a van. What she didn’t expect was to tumble headfirst into a seductive underworld where danger wears a suit and love feels like a loaded weapon. The chemistry between the leads crackles with intensity, building deliciously with every glance and every line of dialogue. And just when you think you can breathe again, the story hits you with a gut-punch of reality. That final moment? A raw, heartfelt redemption arc that earns every bit of its impact.
I won this ebook in a goodreads giveaway. My review is that of my own opinion.
I won this ebook in a goodreads giveaway. My review is that of my own opinion.
July 12, 2025
What a debut! This jumped right into the action and it was fun to see all the Texas references. I really enjoyed it! Just waiting on my own Guard Dog to show up but until that happens, I will be impatiently waiting for Watch Dog to be released! 🖤 Can we also get The Dark Duke? pleaseee
July 8, 2025
Won in a giveaway. I enjoyed the story and the female characters in this book. I didn’t really get how the main characters supposedly fell in love, something was missing there to really pull me in. But the plot moved along nicely and kept me entertained and wanting to know what happened next. Was more of a fun thriller to me with romance wedged in. I do want to read the alien regency romance book they create in this one though. Sounds right up my alley 😂
August 7, 2025
I won this book through Goodreads. Guard Dog is the first book I've read from Katt Andrews I'm excited to see where she goes with the series.
August 7, 2025
This book has suspense and love. Was a wonderful read. Would recommend.
July 22, 2025
I won this in a Goodreads giveaway and thoroughly enjoyed it. Strong characters and an engaging plot. I especially loved outrageous Maria and I’m looking forward to her story in the next book.
July 22, 2025
Great book, can’t wait for The next in the series!
July 24, 2025
Not for me.
I had high hopes going into Guard Dog, but this one just didn’t land for me. The premise had potential, but the execution felt thin, especially when it came to character development and plot depth.
The story leans heavily on physical attraction and steamy scenes, which quickly overshadowed any emotional arc or meaningful connection between the characters. If you're looking for a romance with subtlety or substance, this probably isn’t it.
There’s definitely an audience for this kind of book, but I personally prefer something with more tension, growth, and purpose beyond the chemistry.
Two stars for the pacing and the concept...but overall, not my style.
I had high hopes going into Guard Dog, but this one just didn’t land for me. The premise had potential, but the execution felt thin, especially when it came to character development and plot depth.
The story leans heavily on physical attraction and steamy scenes, which quickly overshadowed any emotional arc or meaningful connection between the characters. If you're looking for a romance with subtlety or substance, this probably isn’t it.
There’s definitely an audience for this kind of book, but I personally prefer something with more tension, growth, and purpose beyond the chemistry.
Two stars for the pacing and the concept...but overall, not my style.
August 16, 2025
Breezy mafia romance
Ami, a writer of romance novels, experiences a significant disruption in her life during a dinner with a fan. This fan, named Maria, is an aspiring author and the daughter of a mafia kingpin. While they are dining and discussing writing, Maria narrowly escapes a kidnapping attempt. Ami intervenes by striking the would-be kidnapper with her bag. Consequently, she becomes a guest at Maria's residence, the Sandoval mansion. Throughout her stay, Ami provides mentorship to Maria in her writing endeavors and interacts more with the staff, especially Marco, a bodyguard. The playful exchanges between Ami and Marco were enjoyable and felt authentic. Maria's vibrant energy was also delightful. The storyline was well-crafted. Although there were a few grammatical mistakes overlooked by the editors, the book was a pleasurable read. I would recommend it to anyone seeking a lighthearted and entertaining mafia romance.
Ami, a writer of romance novels, experiences a significant disruption in her life during a dinner with a fan. This fan, named Maria, is an aspiring author and the daughter of a mafia kingpin. While they are dining and discussing writing, Maria narrowly escapes a kidnapping attempt. Ami intervenes by striking the would-be kidnapper with her bag. Consequently, she becomes a guest at Maria's residence, the Sandoval mansion. Throughout her stay, Ami provides mentorship to Maria in her writing endeavors and interacts more with the staff, especially Marco, a bodyguard. The playful exchanges between Ami and Marco were enjoyable and felt authentic. Maria's vibrant energy was also delightful. The storyline was well-crafted. Although there were a few grammatical mistakes overlooked by the editors, the book was a pleasurable read. I would recommend it to anyone seeking a lighthearted and entertaining mafia romance.
January 18, 2026
Guard Dog is book #1 in The Guard Dog Series! This is my first time reading Katt's books and I loved it! You get it all danger, romance, betrayal!
Ami is a successful writer of a Tennis romance series! When a meet and greet with a fan turns into an attempted kidnapping Ami does what she needs to and protects the girl not knowing she us a mafia princess!
Marco is head of security for the Sandovol family! After loosing his sister he is cold and not looking for any attachments. Now he is tasked in watching over Ami when she was in the wrong place at the wrong time.
I loved Marco and Ami. They both had terrible past but with they helped each other see things from a different light. Marco and Ami are drawn to each other but the risk are to high and Marco pushes her away. Will Marco realize he can have the job and love or will he let the best thing to happen to him slip through his fingers?
#GuardDog #GuardDogSeries #KattAndrews
Ami is a successful writer of a Tennis romance series! When a meet and greet with a fan turns into an attempted kidnapping Ami does what she needs to and protects the girl not knowing she us a mafia princess!
Marco is head of security for the Sandovol family! After loosing his sister he is cold and not looking for any attachments. Now he is tasked in watching over Ami when she was in the wrong place at the wrong time.
I loved Marco and Ami. They both had terrible past but with they helped each other see things from a different light. Marco and Ami are drawn to each other but the risk are to high and Marco pushes her away. Will Marco realize he can have the job and love or will he let the best thing to happen to him slip through his fingers?
#GuardDog #GuardDogSeries #KattAndrews
July 19, 2025
Guard Dog by Katt Andrews – This was an advanced copy that I won from Goodreads, so this is my honest opinion. Holy slow burn romance Batman! Ami saves a mafia princess from a kidnapping and ends up in a mafia romance “fever dream” that would make any writer swoon. That is until it all gets a little too real for everyone involved. I loved the tension between the MMC and the FMC with my whole heart, and the final grand gesture gets mad props for a sincere show of contrition! Happy Reading!
October 30, 2025
This book surprised me in the best way. It’s dark, daring, and unafraid to explore the messy side of desire and obsession. While the crime element adds grit and atmosphere, the real tension lies in the relationship between the two main characters — you’re constantly wondering if they’ll finally give in to what’s clearly burning between them.
Who knew I liked dark romance? This book definitely proved I do!
Who knew I liked dark romance? This book definitely proved I do!
October 7, 2025
This is the story of a writer having lunch with a fan. The restaurant was invaded by masked men who attempt to kidnap Mariah (the fan). Ami saves the day and attacks the perpetrator before Marco (bodyguard) can intervene. This is their journey. For a debut novel, I thoroughly enjoyed it. Looking forward to the next two books.
September 12, 2025
This is not my usual genre, but I found this debut absolutely captivating. The writing hooked me from the start and the pacing kept me turning the pages. An exciting and impressive first book and I’ll be watching for whatever this author writes next.
August 20, 2025
thrilling
Great read, keeps you entertained until the very end. Leaves you craving more stories about these characters and looking forward to the next one.
Great read, keeps you entertained until the very end. Leaves you craving more stories about these characters and looking forward to the next one.
January 29, 2026
This is an action-packed dark romance with a perfect side of comedy. Ami goes from writing romance… to actually living one. A romance author with an abusive past she’d rather forget,. Enter the Dark Duke—Marco. A serious, brooding ex-Marine haunted by his own past, carrying scars that run just as deep. He’s controlled, guarded, and everything Ami never expected. They come from two completely different worlds, yet they’re bound together by an unbreakable connection neither of them can deny. Between danger, healing, unexpected humor, and undeniable chemistry, their story pulls you in and refuses to let go.
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