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Bachelor Bodyguards #2
Bodyguard Daddy
The Bachelor Bodyguards of Payne Protection Agency are back—and this time, it's personal
Walking away from then-fiancée Amber Talsma was one of the hardest things sexy bodyguard Milek Kozminski ever had to do. But it was nothing compared to the shock of hearing she'd been killed in a car accident alongside the son Milek knew, deep down, was his.
Amber will do anything to keep her child safe. Which was why she had to fake their deaths—to evade the assailant who murdered her boss, then came after her. But now someone has found them. And when Milek learns the truth, he'll stop at nothing to protect his son…and the woman he never stopped loving.
Walking away from then-fiancée Amber Talsma was one of the hardest things sexy bodyguard Milek Kozminski ever had to do. But it was nothing compared to the shock of hearing she'd been killed in a car accident alongside the son Milek knew, deep down, was his.
Amber will do anything to keep her child safe. Which was why she had to fake their deaths—to evade the assailant who murdered her boss, then came after her. But now someone has found them. And when Milek learns the truth, he'll stop at nothing to protect his son…and the woman he never stopped loving.
288 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published February 2, 2016
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Lisa Childs
413 books991 followersBorn one dark and stormy Halloween night, Lisa Childs was predestined to write suspense novels. She loves spinning dark and twisty stories that keep readers awake because they’re either too busy turning pages or too scared to sleep. Lisa Childs is the prolific author of more than seventy published novels. In addition to romantic suspense, she also writes women’s fiction, paranormal and contemporary romance.
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March 18, 2016
Very good book, with excellent suspense from the beginning and a terrific second chance romance. At the end of the previous book, His Christmas Assignment, Milek learned that the ex-fiancee he thought was dead is actually alive and in hiding, along with their son. When he learns that they are in danger again, nothing will stop him from protecting them.
Milek and his brothers had been raised and trained by their father to follow in his footsteps as thieves, before he was caught and imprisoned. All of the boys had been hell-raisers and had gotten into plenty of trouble. But when their stepfather tried to assault their little sister, Milek and Garek had gone a little too far in protecting her and ended up going to prison for manslaughter. After getting out, Milek had gone to work for another criminal, working undercover, before going to work for Payne Protection as a bodyguard. Amber had been the best thing to happen to him, but he feared that his reputation would ruin her chances for advancement, so he broke off their engagement. He also denied that her son was his.
Amber had been heartbroken by Milek's abandonment, but went on with her life, raising their son by herself. Then her boss was murdered and she was attacked, so she took her son and went into hiding. When another attack happened she knew they'd been found and would have to run, but this time Milek found her before she could go. She can't avoid his determination to protect them.
I ached for both Milek and Amber, as neither had stopped loving the other. But Milek was so sure that he was bad for Amber and her future that he refused to believe that they could have a future together. Something else that hadn't changed was the attraction they had for each other, which burned as hot as ever. It was that passion that made Amber sure that Milek still cared, even if he refused to say so, and she was determined to find out why he had pushed her away. I loved the way that she tried to convince him that he was wrong to believe what others had said about him. I also loved seeing Milek fall under the spell of his little boy, and what a great dad he turned out to be.
The suspense of the story was fantastic. From the very beginning Milek and Nick Rus were determined to discover who was behind the attacks on Amber. The confrontations with the hit man were intense, but also puzzling, as he could have easily succeeded in killing her. There was also tension between Milek and Nick, because Nick was suspicious of both Milek and Amber. As the attacks continued and escalated, the other members of Payne Protection also got involved. It was interesting to see the dynamics among all the people, between suspicions, family tensions, and secrets being kept. Just when it looked like the danger was over, an unexpected twist showed that it wasn't. Milek really showed what he was made of as he saved Amber and Michael.
Milek and his brothers had been raised and trained by their father to follow in his footsteps as thieves, before he was caught and imprisoned. All of the boys had been hell-raisers and had gotten into plenty of trouble. But when their stepfather tried to assault their little sister, Milek and Garek had gone a little too far in protecting her and ended up going to prison for manslaughter. After getting out, Milek had gone to work for another criminal, working undercover, before going to work for Payne Protection as a bodyguard. Amber had been the best thing to happen to him, but he feared that his reputation would ruin her chances for advancement, so he broke off their engagement. He also denied that her son was his.
Amber had been heartbroken by Milek's abandonment, but went on with her life, raising their son by herself. Then her boss was murdered and she was attacked, so she took her son and went into hiding. When another attack happened she knew they'd been found and would have to run, but this time Milek found her before she could go. She can't avoid his determination to protect them.
I ached for both Milek and Amber, as neither had stopped loving the other. But Milek was so sure that he was bad for Amber and her future that he refused to believe that they could have a future together. Something else that hadn't changed was the attraction they had for each other, which burned as hot as ever. It was that passion that made Amber sure that Milek still cared, even if he refused to say so, and she was determined to find out why he had pushed her away. I loved the way that she tried to convince him that he was wrong to believe what others had said about him. I also loved seeing Milek fall under the spell of his little boy, and what a great dad he turned out to be.
The suspense of the story was fantastic. From the very beginning Milek and Nick Rus were determined to discover who was behind the attacks on Amber. The confrontations with the hit man were intense, but also puzzling, as he could have easily succeeded in killing her. There was also tension between Milek and Nick, because Nick was suspicious of both Milek and Amber. As the attacks continued and escalated, the other members of Payne Protection also got involved. It was interesting to see the dynamics among all the people, between suspicions, family tensions, and secrets being kept. Just when it looked like the danger was over, an unexpected twist showed that it wasn't. Milek really showed what he was made of as he saved Amber and Michael.
January 3, 2016
This is part of a series of books -- we have so far witnessed the three Payne brothers and the oldest Kozminski brother find love as they dodged bullets and explosions. Now, it's the younger Kozminski brother's turn.
Milek Kozminski was raised to follow in his father's footsteps and become a jewel thief. We first met him and his siblings in the second book of the series when his sister Stacy fell in love with Logan Payne. By the opening of this book, we know that Milek was once engaged to Stacy's best friend Amber, that he broke off the engagement, and that Milek is the father of Amber's son. We learn quickly that Milek has been mourning Amber and his son for the past year after they were purportedly killed in a car accident, and that he recently learned that they are actually alive.
Amber, a former assistant district attorney, faked her death and the death of her son after someone killed the district attorney and she realized that she was next on the hit list. She created aliases for them and moved to another town. Unfortunately, someone else has learned that Amber and Michael are alive, and they intend to finish the job. Milek vows to keep them safe.
I like this author and have read many of her books. I like that her books are set in the midwest -- mostly in Michigan, but also around Chicago. My biggest complaint about this book is that I had to go back and look at previous books to remember some of the details about the characters. This series is working in tandem with another series -- in fact, several of the characters from this series made an appearance in the other series. Keeping track of so many characters can be confusing so sometimes a little more background is necessary. At the same time, other characters from previous books were conspicuously absent -- most notably, Parker's wife and son. Although Sharon is not part of the business, you'd think she'd be at some of the family gatherings.
One of the plot devices used in this book is to end a chapter with some big event and then skip ahead to one of the characters reflecting back on what happened. It can be effective, but it may have been overused in this book. I almost felt like the book was written quickly and this was a way to move the plot along without taking the time to develop some of the pivotal scenes.
That said, I've grown fond of these characters, and I look forward to the next installment in the series.
Milek Kozminski was raised to follow in his father's footsteps and become a jewel thief. We first met him and his siblings in the second book of the series when his sister Stacy fell in love with Logan Payne. By the opening of this book, we know that Milek was once engaged to Stacy's best friend Amber, that he broke off the engagement, and that Milek is the father of Amber's son. We learn quickly that Milek has been mourning Amber and his son for the past year after they were purportedly killed in a car accident, and that he recently learned that they are actually alive.
Amber, a former assistant district attorney, faked her death and the death of her son after someone killed the district attorney and she realized that she was next on the hit list. She created aliases for them and moved to another town. Unfortunately, someone else has learned that Amber and Michael are alive, and they intend to finish the job. Milek vows to keep them safe.
I like this author and have read many of her books. I like that her books are set in the midwest -- mostly in Michigan, but also around Chicago. My biggest complaint about this book is that I had to go back and look at previous books to remember some of the details about the characters. This series is working in tandem with another series -- in fact, several of the characters from this series made an appearance in the other series. Keeping track of so many characters can be confusing so sometimes a little more background is necessary. At the same time, other characters from previous books were conspicuously absent -- most notably, Parker's wife and son. Although Sharon is not part of the business, you'd think she'd be at some of the family gatherings.
One of the plot devices used in this book is to end a chapter with some big event and then skip ahead to one of the characters reflecting back on what happened. It can be effective, but it may have been overused in this book. I almost felt like the book was written quickly and this was a way to move the plot along without taking the time to develop some of the pivotal scenes.
That said, I've grown fond of these characters, and I look forward to the next installment in the series.
August 13, 2019
Good book good series
May 11, 2020
I dont know. I just wasn't into this one..... Maybe because of Milek.... Dude broke an engagement.... Wasted 5 years of life...His kid's childhood
January 2, 2016
3.5 stars
Perfect blend of romance and suspense. The only problem was that there were too many sex scenes for a harlequin novel, atleast 4-5 scenes. They felt repetitive.
Looks like next book will be Nicholas'. Cant wait to read it.
Perfect blend of romance and suspense. The only problem was that there were too many sex scenes for a harlequin novel, atleast 4-5 scenes. They felt repetitive.
Looks like next book will be Nicholas'. Cant wait to read it.
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February 21, 2016"Milek is an intriguing, formidable hero, and his connection with Amber sizzles. Intense danger and suspense make this story entertaining" (RT Book Reviews, 4 star).
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March 18, 2016Really good, totally enjoying her series. Can not wait to find out who is the next one in the upcoming book.
April 5, 2017
this book was a good read as well as page turner. it held my interest with a long, long suspect list. all of them seemed right for committing the crimes. it also romance and family ties to be worked out. the action holds your attention on all fronts. the outcome is very surprising. can not wait to read the next in the series.
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