The Sniper

Black Hawke Security #8

by Juliette N. Banks

My paramilitary buddies at Black Hawke Security think I'm a carefree guy who works hard, chugs beers and picks up beautiful women on the weekend.

I do... except I have a secret.

PTSD has hindered me for years, but it's under control. That is, until it's triggered. These SEALs, Marines, and soldiers would understand but I need this job.

I need a purpose.

Then seductive Tiffany shows up giving me one and brings my body and soul back to life. When her life is in danger, I'm tested.

I can't fail her.

Because if I do, I won't survive this time.



THE SNIPER is book eight in the Black Hawke Security series, a steamy private security romance with spice and suspense. For readers who love alpha warriors and delicious happy ever afters. Can be read as a standalone.

For readers who've enjoyed military romances by Susan Stoker, Anna Hackett, Cora Seton, Sybil Bartel and Rebecca Yarros.

303 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 31, 2026

About the author

Juliette N. Banks is a romance author who has taken the genre by storm with her steamy contemporary (mafia and billionaire) and paranormal romances.

If you're looking for sexy books with alpha heroes you'll fall in love with, then grab one of Juliette's free books and adopt a new book boyfriend today!

Juliette has a vast background in consumer marketing and was previously published with Random House. She lives in New Zealand with Tilly, her Maine Coon kitty, and travels frequently.

Reviews

[Joanne Barton · Rating 5 out of 5]

“The Sniper” is the eighth book in the “Black Hawke Security Series.” This is a steamy private security romance with spice and suspense. For readers who love alpha warriors and delicious happy ever afters with a sexy bodyguard….this one is for you! Jayden Rogers is a former US Airforce Military pilot. After Six he moved into the Counter Sniper (CS) team where he was trained to protect US air bases, flight lines, provide reconnaissance where needed and also protect high-value assets. His best friend Liam, whom he joined the Air Force with and is marrying his sister Jesse, also works for Black Hawke Security. For over twelve months Josh and Aidan, the two co-founders of BHS, have been head hunting him….now he is the newest employee. Jayden is suffering from PTSD and no one knows….”The last few months as a Sniper were...let’s just say, becoming difficult. One mission. One millisecond. One explosion. It changed my life.”

His first job for personal security, aka a bodyguard, is to protect Tiffany Stallone. She is the daughter of one of the most famous actors on the planet, Steven Stallone. An action hero that he grew up watching on the big screen. Tiffany makes her living as an influencer and refuses to rely on her father’s wealth. With her home being broken into recently, they took some valuable diamonds and personal items, her father decides that she needs a bodyguard. “I glance quickly outside and my jaw drops open when I see the tall, broad man walking towards the house. Holy hell. Is that my new bodyguard? He’s gorgeous. The confidence rolling off his wide shoulders has my ovaries sitting up to attention….” The attraction is mutual….”….she’s wearing a pair of tiny denim shorts which are distressed and showcase her tanned, toned legs. On top, a tight greenish-brown halter top hugs a set of porn-worthy tits. My mouth goes dry as I fight to control my reaction. Both on my face and in my pants.”

A thoroughly enjoyable read from one chapter to the next - at times you are metaphorical “on the edge of your chair” wondering what will happen next. You will fall in love with Jayden and Tiffany, hoping that everything with work out for them. Once I started reading, I could not put this book down! At times you will laugh, you will cry, get angry and frustrated - most of all, you will love the twists! This book will charm “the pants off you” and leave you going back for more. This is a lovely book that will keep you hooked! It has fun, laughs, intrigue, twists that you do not expect, and physical attraction.

“Princess, I’m in love with you. I promise you the world.” Tiffany gasps, her cheeks turn pink, then she throws her arms around me, and I pick her up. She wraps her legs around my waist as I surround her with my arms. “I love you, too.” Our kiss is deep, meaningful and beautiful.”

The book has so many twists and turns - from page to page, chapter to chapter, you will not be able to put it down! The story is intriguing from the start and I could not put it down. A thoroughly enjoyable read from page to page, one chapter to the next - at times you are metaphorical “on the edge of your chair” wondering what will happen next. To be quite honest, you will not be able to put this book down - I cannot wait for the next book in this series. Overall, I would highly recommend this book and you will not be disappointed 😊

[Kim Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

This installment was everything and more. In my last review of The Pilot I said this one intrigued me and piqued my interest. It ended up living up to that expectation. This one was different and something I didn’t know I needed. Instead of focusing on this big mission or going into intense combat, we are treated to one short chapter. We’re talking less than five pages of quick shooting that showcases just how good Jayden is at being a sniper. There was no exposure to him and the enemy, just a great scene of the threat against Tiffany from a hill and how him and the BHS guys handle the situation, all while Jayden gets away unscathed and the enemy not knowing who or what hit them. The rest is about him battling PTSD and dealing with his growing feelings and desire for Tiffany while she deals with being an influencer and the threats that come with it. To the point, no complexities and steam, passion, intensity and the tenderness of two people falling in love but not being able to hold back. What more could I ask for in a book? Especially with military men with hearts of gold. His only problem was thinking he wasn’t good enough for Tiffany and that she wouldn’t want damaged goods which is how Jayden saw himself. It really made you feel for him and while he did let his PTSD take over his life and define him, it shines light on an issue that I imagine plagues those who have served or are serving today. The spice was unheard of, the chemistry intense and palpable, the story even better. I loved how this one focused more on the relationship aspect rather than going into combat or arranging this huge, elaborate plan to save someone. It was refreshing, though I wish it dived more deeper into who took Tiffany’s personal items, but I guess it didn’t matter in the end because the person returned it to her. Might I also add that I called who I thought would be the culprits in taking her diamonds and I’m glad justice was served in Tiffany’s expense. Noah’s story will be interesting, seems like more of a romance aspect but I am bummed it won’t be about him and Tiffany’s assistant.

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sniper with PTSD and an influencer with a psychotic stalker. He’s her new bodyguard and she’s fiercely fighting to keep her new launch on schedule. What could go wrong. Oh did I mention he’s hot as hell and she is everything he didn’t know he wanted or needed. Jayden and Tiffany throw sparks the second they lay eyes on each other and the pages will burn your finger tips with each turn. There is so much happening in this book that you will not be able to put it down and it’s so fast paced that you will be at the end and think did I somehow skip something. It truly is that good.

[Derice Tucker · Rating 5 out of 5]

The sniper & the princess

This book is a home run for Juliette Banks! I loved the instant attraction between the main characters and how it slowly grew to so much more. I also appreciated the fact that Jayden tried to control his PTSD by himself at first instead of asking for help as many men & women do. The men of Black Hawke Security are alpha males that we can’t help but love & root for.

[Heather Brown- maddox · Rating 5 out of 5]

The instantaneous sexual tension between Tiffany and Jay is enough to set the pages on fire. They both have things to overcome but watching them find themselves and each other through everything will have you laughing, crying, and cheering. Another could not put down book in this amazing series

[Anne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Black Hawke Security series

I love these men who work security and finding the one person that completes them. Jayden was a Delta Force pilot/sniper and left bc of what happened in his last mission. He gets hired to become a bodyguard. His first assignment is to protect Tiffany an influencer that has her own line of makeup. It’s love at first sight.

[Terri Dye · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Sniper is one of those books where the chemistry builds to a level where you can almost taste it. Then, once they collide, you still weren't ready for how good they are together! If you want a steamy, exciting, fast paced HEA then you will love this one.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another amazing book by Juliette. Jayden and Tiffany's story had me in it's grip from page one. Their chemistry was off the charts from the first moment they met. I could not put this book down and finished it in record time because it is so good. I will definitely re-read this book.

[April · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jayden and Tiffany have chemistry that is off the charts from the moment they meet.  Circumstances dictating they not give in  to it, only makes the angst level climb!!  Their story will pull you in fast and not let go!