Operation: Rebellion

Cupid City Security

by Harper Michaels

Gemma Sparks is an international pop star with fans that admire her all over the world. Gabe Todd is not exactly her demographic. He’s an old stick-in-the-mud who won’t let her do anything. At least that’s what she thinks when she first meets him. He’s also sexy as hell, but that’s not the point. She doesn’t need his protection, or does she? A crazed stalker is on the loose and Gabe may be her only hope to protect herself…

Gabe was not hired for babysitting duty. During his time with Heartline Security Group, he’s had some headstrong clients, but never anyone as stubborn as this pop princess. Despite her protests, he’ll do anything to protect her. But when he begins to look deeper and gets to know the real Gemma, can he protect his heart too?


Series

In Cupid City, Valentine’s means glittering galas and dangerous secrets. Heartline Security keeps the city breathing between fireworks and threats. That is, until each protector meets the one person worth breaking protocol for.

Fall in love this February where these standalones serve high heat, high stakes, and heart-melting HEAs. Guards up. Hearts open. Valentine gives love the last word.

76 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 24, 2026

Reviews

[Marie · Rating 4 out of 5]

She pushes the boundaries he sets....

But Gabe shows Gemma what love really is, unleashing new inspiration for her lyrics!
Gemma may distract Gabe, but she also owns his heart and that makes him more determined than ever to keep her safe and locate her stalker. Gemma does act a little like a spoilt brat with her disappearing acts, I get that she is frustrated, but her life is in danger. Gabe however is more than patient and I like that his lack of an explosive reaction to her antics takes the fight from her. She expects fireworks but gets raw and heartfelt honesty instead. A sweet and steamy read on Kindle Unlimited.

[Kris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gage and Gemma meet when he’s hired to be her bodyguard after an attack by a stalker…
This celerity x bodyguard romance involved a rebellious (and occasionally TSTL) heroine who seemed to enjoy defying the people trying to keep her safe.
Gage had the patience of a saint, all the right moves, and the ability to tame the hellion.
I quite enjoyed this - it was short, so a snack-sized read, yet it packed enough in to be entertaining.

[BecReadReview · Rating 3 out of 5]

Gemma and Gabe dive headfirst into a boundary-testing insta-love romance. It’s a quick, fun, and flirty read where the attraction is instant and mutual, with a touch of rebellion adding an extra spark. Things heat up fast, emotions fall just as quickly, and any danger that appears is handled without hesitation. An enjoyable, fast-paced story that delivers passion and happiness.

[L KQ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bodyguard and the Rebel

Gemma is in need of a bodyguard, and the grumpy but sexy Gabe not only frustrates her but adds to her desire for him. Their interactions were quite entertaining as her antics make it so that her rebellious nature only adds fuel to the fire. I could not get enough of this short yet delightful read.

I am voluntarily leaving this review.

[The Book Ssirren · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story is quick with the danger quicker with the attraction between the two. What started out as neither one wanting to deal with one another, quickly turns into boundaries being crossed. I thought this was so much fun to read. I had the best time with Gemma and Gabe.
I received this book from Nishss Coffee and Books, and Harper Michaels ❤️

[Kyrie Mangus · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rebel and a Bodyguard

This is a quick read with danger, tension and high heat. What starts out as two people who dont want to deal with other but circumstances put them together on the same path, turns into attraction that neither can deny. Which lines crossed, tension building, will the danger crush them or build them up together even more.

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Harper never fails to give us a quickie! I cannot wait for Lana's story! If you want a quick Valentine themed novella that hits the spot, literally and figuratively pick up this novella!

[Taryn Earl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved this one!! The MC dynamic is absolutely amazing and they mesh so well together! Good, good, good!

[Patricia Lord · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a short fast-paced story where danger appears quickly and the passion and emotions hit just as quick as the danger.
delivers passion and happiness.

[Karla Escutia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read.