Tactical Love: Romantic Suspense

by Taylor Hart

She said no fourteen years ago. Now she's begging him to save her life.

When former Navy SEAL Walker Star stumbles upon a dead body in the Utah desert, he thinks his days of danger are behind him. Then his brother drops a name he never expected to hear Sabrina Clark.

The woman who shattered his heart is now a corporate CEO with a target on her back. Her father was murdered. Bodies are piling up around her company. And someone wants her dead next.

Walker should walk away. He knows better than to get tangled up with the one woman who could destroy him twice. But when gunfire erupts in her boardroom and he's the only thing standing between Sabrina and a bullet, walking away isn't an option.

On the run. Off the grid. And dangerously close to everything they buried.

As they race to uncover a conspiracy that connects their families' pasts, Walker and Sabrina discover that her father's secrets run deeper than either imagined—and so does the explosive chemistry they've been fighting for fourteen years.

With enemies closing in and trust in short supply, they'll have to risk everything to survive. Including their hearts.

TACTICAL LOVE is a pulse-pounding romantic suspense featuring a grumpy former SEAL, the billionaire heiress who got away, and a conspiracy that will keep you turning pages until the explosive end. Perfect for fans of Sandra Brown and Julie Garwood.

Genres: Suspense

151 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 24, 2026

About the author

★ USA TODAY BESTSELLER, AMAZON BESTSELLING AUTHOR, and TOP KINDLE ALL STAR! ★

Taylor Hart writes inspirational and Christian romance and is a best-selling author of over eighty-five books with fans in the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and all over the world.

A note from the author:

Thanks for visiting my Goodreads page.

I wanted to tell something meaningful about myself, but let's start with the important stuff--I love swoon-worthy heroes. The kind of heroes that are strong and would take a bullet for you, but also want to open your door and listen to you pour out your heart.

What else? I grew up moving. If you’ve read my books, you won’t be surprised by this. I have a lot of moving themes through my books centered around characters experiencing pain from someone moving.

It was hard. But, I believe there’s always a seed of good that comes out of everything hard, so I think the best thing that came from it was that I learned to love books.

And I had to learn a lot of mad skills on friend making. It gave me a love of people…good people, compassionate people. Interesting people of all kinds.

What else about me? I am a mother and wife! I have four amazing boys that are like little ninjas running around. I love them so much and I’m so grateful for my amazing husband who doesn’t get intimidated by all the billionaire men in my life.

I have a fierce love of my Savior, Jesus Christ. I am so grateful for Him and for the healing and forgiveness I’ve gotten to experience in my life. This is a theme in many of my books.

I love being an American. I am so proud of the men and women that support and preserve our freedom. This is another theme you will find in my books.

I am so grateful for my fans and for the support and love you all show me! Don’t stop reading!

Hugs-

Taylor

Reviews

[Karen Brasher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tactical Love

This is an amazingly wonderful book! I highly recommend you read Walker and Sabrina’s story. Walker Star is a retired Navy SEAL avoiding his family security company until his brother shows up at a crime scene he happens upon. Sabrina Clark was his childhood love who crushed his heart when she declined his proposal. Now she is needing his protection. Someone in the company she inherited wants her permanently gone. Will he be able to keep her alive without falling for her gain?

[Shauna Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brought back together to face a threat
An engaging read. Fourteen years ago, Sabrina and Walker hard parted after she rejected his proposal. It was what her father had wanted. Now she is being threatened and Walker, a retired Navy SEAL, has been sent to protect her. But things are much more complex than anyone thought. Plus the question of who can be trusted is paramount as they race to discover the truth. A wonderful read that will keep you wanting more. I received a copy and this is my honest review.

[Sharon S · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great beginning to a new series, Star Billionaire, by Taylor Hart.
Walker has just left the SEALs and wants to disappear and definitely doesn’t want anything to do with the family security business.
Sabrina has just taken over the family rug business since her father’s murder. Something bad is going on so she contacts her old family friends, the Star Bodyguard and Security company.
Walker had proposed to her and she said no fourteen years ago. Now they are back together trying to solve her problems.
*I received this as an ARC reader and am leaving my unbiased review.

[Bernadette Cinkoske · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tactical Love is a Christian, edge-of-your-seat, suspenseful romance. This well plotted book is a great introduction to the Star brothers and a global conspiracy. The action in this book was set in motion fourteen years before the book begins. Once I started reading I was unable to put the book down until I finished. It is very difficult to identify the bad guys! It looks like the conspiracy will be a series arc, but Walker and Sabrina's story reached a very satisfying conclusion. I am eager to start book two!

[Kitty Elder · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a sweet second chance romance that kicks off a new series by Taylor Hart. Like all her books, it has wonderful characters. It’s a clean romance with lots of non-stop action that’ll keep you turning the pages and not wanting to put it down until the end. I love the fact that there’s a bonus epilogue...which of course not only gives us a peek a year down the road, but also gives us a brief introduction to book #2.

[Sandra Hartzel · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Sabrina asks the Reed Star for help with a problem in her company, he turns it over to his brother Walker. Walker and Sabrina had almost married after high school, but their fathers both discouraged them so they went their separate ways. Now someone is trying to kill Sabrina and they must determine what is going on with the company shipments, and who is responsible. An engaging story about trust, and determining who to rely on.

[Denice · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this sweet second chance story for Sabrina and Walker. This story has non-stop action and suspense that made it nearly impossible to put the book down. I loved the characters and storyline. And as always with Taylor Hart’s books. There is a sweet and tender romance that is so swoony and wonderful. Great read and I am so excited for the next book.

[Toni · Rating 4 out of 5]

Too many lose ends. Will the search for "Shepard" continue? What caused the problem with the helicopter. A good story that leaves the reader wondering. There are several brothers. Will they each get their own story?
I began Reed's story in the teaser for Book 1. So far, it doesn't appear to be a follow-up story from Book 1. I will have to read more to see what is going to happen.

[Desiree Luhnow · Rating 4 out of 5]

This second chance romance is a great read. Walker and Sabrina were teenage sweethearts that were pulled apart by their fathers. Fourteen years later they are drawn back together by the mystery their fathers were trying to solve. There is danger, action, corporate conspiracies, betrayals and definitely a sweet happily-ever-after. A story worth reading.

[Marilu Wright · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is awesome. Very suspenseful, fast space easy to read, the intrigued is there, the romance in the midst of dancer and conspiracy , the very likable characters and the storyline I like everything about this book and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone. I revived a copy of this novel from the author and this is my very honest and voluntary review.

[Allyson Anthony · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great start to this series by Taylor Hart. Sabrina rejected Walker's proposal 14 years ago. Now she's in trouble, and Walker, a retired Navy SEAL, is sent in to protect her. I enjoyed this fast-paced Christian suspense read as Walker and Sabrina work together to uncover a conspiracy that affects both of their families.

[Pat · Rating 5 out of 5]

Walker & Sabina have a history from many years ago. Now they must work together to keep her safe. What an excellent complicated story that kept me on the edge of my seat. I wonder what comes next in this series? I received a free copy. This is my voluntary opinion.

[Joan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sabrina and Walker

This story is a great beginning for the new series. It is exciting and intense. I love the introduction to the Star family and am looking forward to reading the rest of the stories. The end is a little predictable but perfect.

[Deborah K DeLaVina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Star

This story unfolds dramatically with the recent events surrounding a death. It is filled with intrigue, suspense, espionage and protection. A past comes forth and becomes a part of the present.

[Rhonda Sledge · Rating 5 out of 5]

How about a second-chance romance all tied up with danger and suspense? This book will have you turning pages far into the night. It's not one of those books you can put down and walk away from. Can't wait to get the next book in this series!

[Judith Seale · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very exciting story!

The suspense is there throughout this story. It makes it very hard to put down this book. Walker is called to protect the love of his life, Sabrina. They haven't seen each other for fourteen years. Keeping her safe is number one for Walker.

[Diane Pitts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect Blend

Hart brings the reader a perfect blend of romance and suspense. Believable, touching, “tactical.”
“Thwarted early love” to “rediscovered” is a familiar fiction theme, but Sabrina and Walker bring freshness to the trope.

The next book…

[Christie Phelps · Rating 5 out of 5]

Walker and Sabrina found each other after so many years apart and their story is sweet and heartwarming. As the mystery unfolds and their lives are in danger. Choosing each other will take all they've got.

[M.lindler · Rating 5 out of 5]

wonderful love story

As an avid reader, it has become harder and harder to find books that are interesting and tell a good story. Taylor Hart tells a love story full of intrigue and love!!! Refreshing and enjoyable. A modern day Nora Roberts which is a rare find.

[Cheri · Rating 4 out of 5]

A second chance love story with them on the run from whoever killed both of their fathers. This was a fast read.

[Michal Sullivan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this action-packed clean romance about Walker saving his ex-girlfriend Sabrina from the bad guys.

[Donna Campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this story with Sabrina and Walker. It is a great second chance love story. I enjoyed all of the many characters including the Star brothers.

[Kathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sabrina and Walker are wonderful characters. Their second chance romance is filled with suspense as Walker accepts the assignment to protect Sabrina after 14 years apart. Great new series!

[LaRae · Rating 5 out of 5]

Non stop action! Great suspense and romance! Really fun, entertaining book to read! Loved it!

[Bonnie O'Brien · Rating 5 out of 5]

it’s a page turner!

I lover Walker and Sabrina’s story. The was suspense and reckoning, but most of all there was love. This is a really good read. Well worth the time.

Enjoy!😉

[Jackieflournoy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love Forever

Thank you! Awesome job as always! You never disappoint! Love your talent. Looking forward to your next story! Another adventure.

[Mark · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

[Paula · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great first chapter, it pulled me in and the rest of the book kept me captivated. Love a second chance romance as well as a good mystery. This one delivers and also brings suspense and intrigue. I cannot wait to read the next book in this series.