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People think they have Camille Logan daddy's girl; beautiful, spoiled young woman with her father's bank balance to fund her lifestyle. But Camille is determined to have a life free from his strings. Out on her own, she's made mistakes, including one that found her clawing her way back after a stint in rehab and plenty of bad press. Now, after fighting so hard to be independent and happy, she finds her life threatened as a result of her father's ruthless business dealings. Caught between resentment and fear, Camille prepares herself for the measures her father will take to protect her. But nothing could prepare her for the ex-SAS sniper who crashes into her life.
Jake Sharp resides in his own personal hell. He was distracted from duty once before, and the consequences were devastating--both personally and professionally. He vowed never to let that happen again. Accepting the job of bodyguard to Camille Logan isn't the kind of distraction from his demons he should take. Women and Jake don't mix well, yet protecting the heiress seems the lesser of two evils. But Jake soon discovers that she isn't the woman she's perceived to be. She's warm, compassionate, her presence settling, and his duty to protect her soon goes deeper than a well-paid job, no matter how hard he fights it. He needs absolution. He comes to need Camille. But he knows he can't have both.
People think they have Camille Logan daddy's girl; beautiful, spoiled young woman with her father's bank balance to fund her lifestyle. But Camille is determined to have a life free from his strings. Out on her own, she's made mistakes, including one that found her clawing her way back after a stint in rehab and plenty of bad press. Now, after fighting so hard to be independent and happy, she finds her life threatened as a result of her father's ruthless business dealings. Caught between resentment and fear, Camille prepares herself for the measures her father will take to protect her. But nothing could prepare her for the ex-SAS sniper who crashes into her life.
Jake Sharp resides in his own personal hell. He was distracted from duty once before, and the consequences were devastating--both personally and professionally. He vowed never to let that happen again. Accepting the job of bodyguard to Camille Logan isn't the kind of distraction from his demons he should take. Women and Jake don't mix well, yet protecting the heiress seems the lesser of two evils. But Jake soon discovers that she isn't the woman she's perceived to be. She's warm, compassionate, her presence settling, and his duty to protect her soon goes deeper than a well-paid job, no matter how hard he fights it. He needs absolution. He comes to need Camille. But he knows he can't have both.
384 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 5, 2016
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About the author
Jodi Ellen Malpas
53 books20.3k followers#1 New York Times & Sunday Times Bestselling Author Jodi Ellen Malpas was born and raised in England, where she lives with her husband, her boys, and Theo the Doberman.
Writing powerful love stories with fierce, memorable characters is her passion – a passion that has taken her on an amazing journey into the world of romantic fiction. Her work is now published in more than twenty-six languages across the world.
Jodi's next release: The Invitation. Check it out on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/...
Writing powerful love stories with fierce, memorable characters is her passion – a passion that has taken her on an amazing journey into the world of romantic fiction. Her work is now published in more than twenty-six languages across the world.
Jodi's next release: The Invitation. Check it out on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/...
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March 22, 2020
Jake, the broody hero of "The Protector" was everything I expected him to be but I will need to read the entire tale to get exactly what his demons are. Camille was not a doormat and she gave as good as she got but her father who hired Jake has a hidden agenda in this story and it's not a good one! On to reading this engaging book to entirety!
July 7, 2016
Jake is going to be fun.....
I liked the chemistry...the mystery,suspense storyline building up. Way to suck me in. I am on pins and needles for its sept release date.
I liked the chemistry...the mystery,suspense storyline building up. Way to suck me in. I am on pins and needles for its sept release date.
August 7, 2016
4.5 Stars JEM, you never disappoint.
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*An ARC was provided via Net Galley for an honest review.
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*An ARC was provided via Net Galley for an honest review.
November 13, 2017
3'5. Me encanta esta autora, pero este libro no me ha llegado como todos los demás. Eso no quiere decir que no me haya gustado, así que más bien son tres estrellas y media.
September 15, 2018
Loved Jake Sharp! Must read! He’s a good alpha male!
October 4, 2016
This was a modern day "The Bodyguard" book but with more of an alpha male lead and not as diva of a female lead.
Camille was very likable and easy to connect with. Jake was easy on the eyes with a mysterious background. I thought his secret was something else than it was. I was slightly surprised which pleased me. Although it was as bad as I imagined. I like that this was fast paced and didn't have any boring lulls in the unfolding of the story.
These two had good chemistry. It was well written. I was entertained and happy to have read it. If you liked this Authors, This Man series I think you will enjoy this one. It's not as high on the scale as This Man but still a good read.
Camille was very likable and easy to connect with. Jake was easy on the eyes with a mysterious background. I thought his secret was something else than it was. I was slightly surprised which pleased me. Although it was as bad as I imagined. I like that this was fast paced and didn't have any boring lulls in the unfolding of the story.
These two had good chemistry. It was well written. I was entertained and happy to have read it. If you liked this Authors, This Man series I think you will enjoy this one. It's not as high on the scale as This Man but still a good read.
September 21, 2016
Where to start? I can honestly say that I am disappointed in this stand alone by JEM. I have read her previous books and there were hot and steamy. This book was not there for me. I loved Jake and Camille but something was missing. I think it was the JEM steamy sex and banter between the characters that was missing. The story was good. I did not like Camille' father at all. The ending with her kidnappers was a little weird to me. Something was just off about this book. I am used to JEM writing about steamy sex and the characters all over each other and can't wait to get back in the arms of the one they love. I did not get that in this book. The scene where he takes her to his house in the country was really weird to me. Like I said something was really missing. In her previous books I was on edge because of the suspense and love but I did not get it in this book. I will not read it again. Not like I did her other books. Jake will not take the place of Miller and Jesse ever. JEM I love your writing. Please give us more Miller Hart the Special One and Jesse Lord of the Manor.
September 7, 2016
This book was a great read, i could not put it down. Jake is bit of a messed up individual when we meet him, and that is understandable but as the story develops we see more underneath the surface about this attractive and enigmatic man. Camille is such a great female character she is one thing to everyone but she strives to show people a new side to herself and the true Camille which Jake likes a lot. There is sizzling sexual tension and plenty of twists and urns that kept me on the edge of my seat. The only reason i did not give this book 5 stars is the connection between the characters was not as great as in her other books which i love. But then i understand that the connection between Jake and Camille had to grow through a certain level of animosity between the characters.Overall another fantastic book by Jodi and i adored reading it and will be reading it again many times in the future.
July 6, 2016
Absolutely amazing!!!
Jodi's books keep getting better and better. I absolutely loved This Man trilogy, and the One Night trilogy and this one is on its way of being another favorite. I can't wait for the complete book in September. I have recommended jodi's books to anyone I know that enjoys reading and I will continue to do so.
Jodi's books keep getting better and better. I absolutely loved This Man trilogy, and the One Night trilogy and this one is on its way of being another favorite. I can't wait for the complete book in September. I have recommended jodi's books to anyone I know that enjoys reading and I will continue to do so.
July 30, 2016
Anxiously waiting
I am a true fan of Jodi Ellen Malpas' writing and can't wait to read the remainder of this book. Jake already has my heart feeling sympathetic. I love how the men in her books has this very vulnerable past that makes them into the love able men they are throughout the story.
I am a true fan of Jodi Ellen Malpas' writing and can't wait to read the remainder of this book. Jake already has my heart feeling sympathetic. I love how the men in her books has this very vulnerable past that makes them into the love able men they are throughout the story.
July 25, 2016
September can't come soon enough!
7 chapters that's all it took....Jake is everything I've been craving in a new bf and then Camille and her sassy, witty personality. Let's just say I can't wait to read their story.
7 chapters that's all it took....Jake is everything I've been craving in a new bf and then Camille and her sassy, witty personality. Let's just say I can't wait to read their story.
September 3, 2016
Intriguing
I am anxiously awaiting the arrival often sole book on the 6th so glad I pre-ordered .I have read the first seven chapters and they did not disappoint I am looking forward to seeing how Jake and Camille merge thru the rest of the book.
I am anxiously awaiting the arrival often sole book on the 6th so glad I pre-ordered .I have read the first seven chapters and they did not disappoint I am looking forward to seeing how Jake and Camille merge thru the rest of the book.
July 28, 2016
Why do I have to wait for the rest of this till September.. i wanna be UK!
August 1, 2016
Head over hills .. Is it September yet?!
Only seven chapters and my heart rate its sky high with excitement.. I can only imagine what the rest of the book will do to me ...
Only seven chapters and my heart rate its sky high with excitement.. I can only imagine what the rest of the book will do to me ...
August 11, 2016
Loved the first 7 chapters & now I will be tortured to wait until September for the book. This is going to be so good. I am invested.
September 11, 2016
The Protector
Jodi has done it again by bringing to life another alpha male to love in Jake Sharp. I wish it wasn't a standalone because I'm sure more could be told.
Jodi has done it again by bringing to life another alpha male to love in Jake Sharp. I wish it wasn't a standalone because I'm sure more could be told.
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