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Watch Dog
A dark crime romance with hacker intrigue, cartel heat, and a simmering, friends-to-lovers
slow burn that finally explodes.
Maria’s a cartel heiress turned viral romance author.
All she wants is to prove herself and land a movie deal for her alien Regency romance novel (yes, it's totally a thing). But when her schedule starts glitching—sabotaged events, creepy gifts, a stalker who sends messages that hit way too close to home—she’s forced to rely on the one man who drives her absolutely insane.
Fidel hacker, bodyguard, childhood best friend.
He’s spent years following orders, keeping his distance, pretending not to want her. But Maria knows better now—she sees the heat in his gaze, the want in his touch. And if he thinks he can keep control, he’s got another thing coming. She’s on a mission to ruin him—one leather mini-skirt at a time.
Watch Dog is a dark, spicy crime romance with delicious slow-burn friends-to-lovers vibes. Perfect for fans of bodyguards, cartel princesses, and snarky banter. HEA guaranteed.
slow burn that finally explodes.
Maria’s a cartel heiress turned viral romance author.
All she wants is to prove herself and land a movie deal for her alien Regency romance novel (yes, it's totally a thing). But when her schedule starts glitching—sabotaged events, creepy gifts, a stalker who sends messages that hit way too close to home—she’s forced to rely on the one man who drives her absolutely insane.
Fidel hacker, bodyguard, childhood best friend.
He’s spent years following orders, keeping his distance, pretending not to want her. But Maria knows better now—she sees the heat in his gaze, the want in his touch. And if he thinks he can keep control, he’s got another thing coming. She’s on a mission to ruin him—one leather mini-skirt at a time.
Watch Dog is a dark, spicy crime romance with delicious slow-burn friends-to-lovers vibes. Perfect for fans of bodyguards, cartel princesses, and snarky banter. HEA guaranteed.
412 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 1, 2025
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4 people want to read
About the author
Katt Andrews
4 books15 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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September 13, 2025
ARC REVIEW- Book 2 of the Guard Dog Series
Thank you so much to Book Funnel and Katt Andrews for the opportunity to be an ARC reader for this book! I was so excited to see how the next chapter continues for all these characters! Pun intended 😉
Duel POV: Maria and Fidel
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️
Two words: Adrenaline rush
Fresh off her first book exploding everywhere, Maria is feeling a little imposter syndrome with her next book coming out in her series. She wants her Sophomore debut to be just as good if not better than the first release.
The majority of the story takes place at a book convention in Austin where she is trying to acquire rights for a movie deal on her first novel.
Shenanigans ensue but when she takes back her control (and her life) she becomes a force to be reckoned with. Think Elle Woods in Legally Blonde when she proves everyone wrong.
Fidel is by her side every step of the way but is waiting for the other shoe to drop. He continues to investigate the threat he believes is not over while also fighting feelings for the one woman he has sworn to protect but thinks he can’t have. As an accomplished hacker, he finds out a truth that could destroy everything he cares about and bring their world to its knees.
It gets juicy in the third act with the twists and turns that will make you audibly gasp. This was such a fun read and you really get a feel for the characters and how they are all connected. I cannot wait for the next book with Elias!!
Also, Katt promised us tentacle sex and she delivered! I’m looking at you Chapter 21!
I would highly recommend for fans of:
💻Friends to Lovers
💻 Bodyguard/client
💻He Falls First
💻Slow Burn 🔥
💻Close Proximity
💻Touch Her and 💀
💻Dark romance/mafia vibes
💻Forbidden love
💻Guaranteed HEA
Watch Dog releases on October 1st so preorder your copy today!
Thank you so much to Book Funnel and Katt Andrews for the opportunity to be an ARC reader for this book! I was so excited to see how the next chapter continues for all these characters! Pun intended 😉
Duel POV: Maria and Fidel
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️
Two words: Adrenaline rush
Fresh off her first book exploding everywhere, Maria is feeling a little imposter syndrome with her next book coming out in her series. She wants her Sophomore debut to be just as good if not better than the first release.
The majority of the story takes place at a book convention in Austin where she is trying to acquire rights for a movie deal on her first novel.
Shenanigans ensue but when she takes back her control (and her life) she becomes a force to be reckoned with. Think Elle Woods in Legally Blonde when she proves everyone wrong.
Fidel is by her side every step of the way but is waiting for the other shoe to drop. He continues to investigate the threat he believes is not over while also fighting feelings for the one woman he has sworn to protect but thinks he can’t have. As an accomplished hacker, he finds out a truth that could destroy everything he cares about and bring their world to its knees.
It gets juicy in the third act with the twists and turns that will make you audibly gasp. This was such a fun read and you really get a feel for the characters and how they are all connected. I cannot wait for the next book with Elias!!
Also, Katt promised us tentacle sex and she delivered! I’m looking at you Chapter 21!
I would highly recommend for fans of:
💻Friends to Lovers
💻 Bodyguard/client
💻He Falls First
💻Slow Burn 🔥
💻Close Proximity
💻Touch Her and 💀
💻Dark romance/mafia vibes
💻Forbidden love
💻Guaranteed HEA
Watch Dog releases on October 1st so preorder your copy today!
October 1, 2025
Watch Dog is a dark crime romance that’s as emotional as it is thrilling. Katt Andrew‘s weaves suspense with heartfelt, passionate moments that make you fall in love with the characters, even in the midst of danger. A captivating, romantic read I didn’t want to end!
October 9, 2025
This was a well written story with twists, turns, intrigue, danger and dreams fulfilled! Loved it.
January 20, 2026
I was so excited for Maria's book. I absolutely loved her in book 1 she was hilarious, but in her book she just seemed a little spoiled. I liked the story and the guard dog world, this one was just not as good as the first one.
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