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He risks more than his life protecting the commander’s niece.

Lured to the mountains of Montana, under the assumption her uncle and her godfather recommended her as a bodyguard for Brotherhood Protectors—an agency started by one of their former SEALs—Kat Crawford, former NIO, discovers too late, she’s really there as a client.

Former DEVGRU SEAL, Brogan “Sonic” O’Neal, dropped his packet to return to Montana to take over his grandfather’s wood shop and care for the dying man. A deathbed promise to “not” return to the teams sentences him to life without the adrenaline rush he craves, until an old SEAL buddy hires him as a part time bodyguard for Brotherhood Protectors.

A request to protect the niece of a former CO lands Brogan his first assignment, but it could be his last. Keeping objective is impossible. He’s watched the woman grow up through pictures in the commander’s office. Now she’s at Brogan’s cabin. Their chemistry is off the charts. And giving into their attraction is as inevitable as a Montana sunrise.

But when Kat suggests the Brotherhood uses her as bait to end the threats once and for all, Brogan realizes his feelings for the woman run deep. Can he resist the alpha need to protect her? If he does, will she survive? If he doesn’t, will their relationship?

87 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 6, 2017

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Donna Michaels

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It’s all my mother’s fault. She read to me when I was little and sparked my imagination. Now, my mind is the limit, and believe me, there’s no limit to my mind.

Hello, I’m Donna Michaels, NYT & USA Today Bestselling Award winning author of Romaginative fiction. I write romance through the H’s—Hot, Humorous, Heartwarming, with strong alpha cowboys and military men who are equally matched by their heroines.

With a husband retired from the military and now working at a brewery, four children, 2 granddaughters, 2 grandsons, several rescued cats, and my parents living with us, I never run out of material. From short to epic, my books entertain readers across a variety of sub-genres, and one has even been hand drawn into a Japanese Translation. Now, if only I could read it…

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804 reviews7 followers
July 21, 2017
Elite Protector is part of the Brotherhood Protectors Kindle World series, it is a short little read, but packed with action, passion, and romance. Brogan and Kat have always admired one another from afar, but circumstances are about to force them together. It doesn't take Brogan long to realize just how stubborn Kat can be, but no matter what he has to protect her at all cost. He is a retired SEAL and she is former NIO, so sometimes it is hard to tell who is protecting who.
Another great book by Donna Michaels that can be read as a standalone.
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1,253 reviews12 followers
June 11, 2017
Dang the wait was worth it!!!

She had a crush on him. Kat also
Wanted to be one of the people like
Her uncle.
He had watch her from the picture
On his commander desk
They was put together and trouble
Heat was headed their way. Could
They handle the true heat. Donna Michaels
Gives you a great read, grab you a coffee
Head to your favorite reading place and
Enjoy a great read. You will truly enjoy
The journey, the characters and the danger
As you turn each page.
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1,688 reviews125 followers
June 9, 2017
"Elite Protector" (Brotherhood Protectors Kindle Worlds Novella) by Donna Michaels is a great read! I loved Kat and Brogan's story. This story is packed with passion, romance, action, military, and more! I'd love to read more about these characters in the future! Highly recommend to all fans of romance, and military.
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2,492 reviews10 followers
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June 11, 2017
Great book

As always Donna Michele keeps you reading to see what happens next. Her sexy alpha men who are soft and cuddly on the inside while hard as steel on the outside always find the perfect women for them.
3,562 reviews40 followers
July 22, 2018
I tend to stay away from novellas, since many times the authors don’t develop the characters nor the plot . That certainly is not the case with this one.
This talented author manages to give the reader a dynamic story with an engaging plot and complex characters.
Former SEAL Brogan/Sonic O’Neill, left his team due to a family illness and a promise. Now he lives in the mountains and does some work for Brotherhood Protectors. His first job is protecting Kat Crawford , not only is she the niece of a former commander he highly respects and one he has admired from afar, but she’s also a strong woman, and former NIO.
Never a dull moment throughout the story which is full of suspense, and of course romance. We also get a chance to catch up with some of the members of Brotherhood Protectors.
A good read for an afternoon of leisure.
2,366 reviews12 followers
May 15, 2019
4 stars
I purchased a copy of the novella Dangerous Curves book 5: Elite Protector A Brotherhood Protectors KW/ Dangerous Curves Series Connection by Donna Michaels and this review was given freely.
A companion novella to the Dangerous Curves series and connected by Commander Knight's goddaughter Kat and his former DEVGRU team member Brogan. The first assignment former DEVGRU SEAL Brogan "Sonic"receives after his grandfather's death and his subsequent joining the Montana based Brotherhood Protectors bodyguard agency is to protect ex-Navy Intelligence Officer Kat, the matchmaking Commander Crawford's niece and Commander Knight's goddaughter, from a vigilante Syrian arms dealer.
Years of suppressed attraction ignite in this action packed novella with scenic vistas, a master woodworker, some humor, alpha males, graphic violence, and a steamy romance with a happy ending.
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936 reviews7 followers
April 22, 2024
Okay so as I'm getting into these reads I'm realizing they aren't full books. So Elite Protector was a quick wham bam thank you ma'am read. Brogan in a twisted way literally watched Kat grow up in the pictures his Commander would have on his credenza. Little did he know she would sneak in his office and watch him train. Kinda cute. So they both had crushes on each other for a pretty long time. So when a threat was brought to her Godfathers and Uncle's attention they took action to protect her even knowing she was very capable of protecting or at least helping keep her safe. The man they decided would have watch over Kat 24/7 was none other than her crush Brogan. Yeah so you pretty much know how this plays out. Cute but really short read. Although I have to admit it wrapped up neatly.
3,545 reviews14 followers
June 12, 2017
Brotherhood Protectors: Elite Protector by Donna Michaels is a great example of why I adore this author's books. Elite Protector is a fairly short read, perfect for those with limited time for reading. Ms Michaels has once again delivered a well-written, smooth read. Kat and Brogan's story is suspenseful and loaded with fantastic characters. There's plenty of action, drama, humor and spice to keep readers glued to their kindles. I loved Elite Protector and look forward to my next book by the talented Donna Michaels. Elite Protector is part of the Brotherhood Protectors Kindle World but can easily be read as a standalone. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.
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2,406 reviews1 follower
June 12, 2017
Good one from the Brotherhood Protectors Kindle World series. Brogan O'Neal is a retired SEAL now back home in Montana and working for Hank Patterson. His old commander comes in for an important meeting. He tells the BroPro team that his niece is in danger because of his covert activities in eliminating a threat.

Brogan will keep Kat safe at his cabin until the threat is neutralized. Brogan and Kat have "admired" each other from afar for years and the Commander just gave his blessing?

The threat gets too close and both of them use their skills to start their HEA.
2,472 reviews32 followers
August 9, 2017
4 Stars

Absolutely enjoyed this story, the storyline flowed from beginning to end. Elite Protector was fast pace , Michaels grips you straight from the first chapter and by the end you want more from Kat and Brogan aka Sonic. I thought the characters were perfect and I loved seeing all the BP men and of course Sadie but my favorite Brotherhood Protector is Swede and he made a few appearances. Happy Reading!!!
22 reviews
March 26, 2018
Never disappoints!

Think I’ve read most of this crossovers. Kate and Brogan’s story is as sizzling hot as the others.The fact they both are lethal and capable is a major turn on! Enough with the wimpy women. And Brogan....sigh...such a dream...not threatened but proud of his woman’s skills. Couldn’t put it down...looking for the next in series as we speak. You won’t be sorry for the time spent reading it. Absolutely in love with these men.
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4,362 reviews5 followers
March 28, 2018
Sonic was an elite Navy Seal and had to retire in order to take care of his dying grandfather and take over the woodshop buisness. He gets a call from Hank about a client. When he shows up he meets old friends and his once commander. He is tasked with protecting the co's neice. Someone he as admired as she grew up just from the pics on her uncles desk. Now can he keep her safe from her grandfathers enemies and not get sidetracked? Guess we'll see.
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77 reviews3 followers
August 15, 2020
This was a quick but enjoyable read. Brogan is an Ex SEAL working for the Brotherhood Protectors who is assigned to guard Kat, the niece of his former commander, who’s been threatened. Kat is a Naval Intelligence Officer who says she can take care of herself, but agrees to stay with Brogan. The chemistry felt between the two keeps you wanting to know how things go with them. Another great story from the Brotherhood Protector series.
428 reviews1 follower
February 8, 2025


Former DEVGRU Seal Brogan "Sonic" O'Neal dropped out to take care of his sick grandfather and took over his woodchop. He decided to help the Brotherhood Protector some. He gets called for a mission to take care of his former CO niece. He has watched grow from a child to a woman. He takes Kat to his ranch to protect her while they go after someone who threatened her and the sparks were off the roof.
405 reviews
June 23, 2017
hands off or is that on?

Ms Michaels, you have a way in getting us into your stories as if we are part of the story. I ducked when they did. Sweat when they sweat. Let out my breath as she did and climbed as they climbed. I'm exhausted but am ready for the next book! hahaha Another book I didn't want to end.
196 reviews2 followers
July 25, 2017
Great read

This was my first read of Ms. Michaels and it was amazing! The h is a strong woman able to hold her own (which is a big draw for me!) Also the H had some baggage but he seemed to not dwell on it. It is mentioned and then moved on. That was a refreshing change! Truly enjoyed this edition to the Brotherhood!
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701 reviews9 followers
February 26, 2021
Great Read

Kat and Brogan met at Hank's ranch where she found out she was the one that needed protection. Someone who was related to one of the terrorist 's that her uncle had killed, was wanting revenge by killing Kat. It didn't take long for things to get steamy between the two.
Profile Image for TeeAnn Kemmitz.
291 reviews2 followers
June 12, 2017
Elite Indeed!

Another great story by the fabulous Donna Michaels! Brogan and Kat - from fantasy to reality. They both create works of art with their hands. Brogan - woodworking by hand. Kat - paint brushes and pencils. When danger arrives, the bad guys won't know what hit them!
1,864 reviews9 followers
September 29, 2017
Brotherhood Protectors: Elite Protector: I love the team of Ex Seal's! They work really well together. Brogan and Kat are the perfect teams. They work well together. The romance was smoldering! I loved the dialog throughout the story! Donna Michaels did another fantastic job of writing.
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2,477 reviews13 followers
November 27, 2017
Exciting

I love this book. It's a good length for a fast read and I enjoyed the writing. The characters are interesting, strong, smart, and loyal. The romance was HEA. And the suspense was good!
Profile Image for Vickie Chaisson.
1,191 reviews11 followers
January 7, 2018
Elite Protector

Donna Michaels writes well thought out, quick moving stories. Elite Protector is no exception, this book will grab you from the first page to the last. Brogan and Kat deserve their HEA ending.
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513 reviews2 followers
July 12, 2020
Great series

If you've never tried the Brotherhood Protectors you really should give it a try. It's a great way to find new authors and catch up with other characters. Highly recommend.
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1,871 reviews6 followers
December 13, 2021
Sexy protector

Brogan is hired to protect Kat from an arms dealer. He admired her from afar for a long time and doesn't know she had a crush on him years ago. Things heat up between them. Short and sweet.
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May 20, 2023
Elite Protector

Great read with romance and suspense. Donna Michaels is one of the best writers with Brotherhood Protectors. This series is very exciting to read. I can't wait for the next book!
938 reviews
June 17, 2017
Really liked this story. Very fast moving with great characters and a HEA ending!
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1,964 reviews6 followers
June 22, 2017
Great read

Wow so good .If you love Hot alpha men,strong kick butt women
Action ,suspense and steamy love then this is a must read .
2,852 reviews8 followers
April 10, 2018
I've read a lot of "meh" installments of this Kindle World, but this one was great! Good mix of romance and suspense. Very enjoyable!
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177 reviews2 followers
November 4, 2018
Very quick read.

Some good action but everything was so rushed. It is more of a novella than a full length novel. I liked the female strength though
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1,049 reviews5 followers
January 2, 2020
Sweet and Easy

This was a sweet and easy read with Judy the right amount of suspense. I always enjoy Donna Michaels ' books and this one was no different.
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