Last Refuge Protectors Series by Hannah Shield

He's nobody's hero...except hers.Out of all the diners in all the small towns, he had to walk into mine.Aiden Shelborne has left his Army days long behind. He’s out of the warrior business. And he never meant to stop in Hartley, Colorado at all. But when trouble comes for a woman he’s just met, he finds himself stepping in.Jessi Novo didn’t ask Aiden to play her savior. Now, with a snowstorm bearing down, she’s stuck with him. But some in Hartley have secrets worth killing for... moreHe's nobody's hero...except hers.Out of all the diners in all the small towns, he had to walk into mine.Aiden Shelborne has left his Army days long behind. He’s out of the warrior business. And he never meant to stop in Hartley, Colorado at all. But when trouble comes for a woman he’s just met, he finds himself stepping in.Jessi Novo didn’t ask Aiden to play her savior. Now, with a snowstorm bearing down, she’s stuck with him. But some in Hartley have secrets worth killing for. In the battle to keep them both safe, Aiden might lose the heart he’s kept on lockdown.When they’ve got no one else, they’ll take refuge in each other.***In this heart-racing romantic suspense, you’ll find action, a small mountain town, and a tough heroine who wasn’t looking for a hero. If you like a gruff, protective alpha, no cliffhanger, and a happily ever after, then don’t miss the first book of Last Refuge Protecters! less

Over a decade ago, Scarlett Weston escaped from a forced marriage and left everything behind. When her buried past threatens to destroy her newfound home in Hartley, Colorado, Scarlett has nowhere to turn.Except the Last Refuge Protectors.Trace Novo devoted his life to the Army and then the CIA… Until his superiors cast him aside. Now broken and adrift in Hartley, Trace can’t deny his attraction to his sister's best friend. Even if he refuses to pull Scarlett into the inner war he’s waging... moreOver a decade ago, Scarlett Weston escaped from a forced marriage and left everything behind. When her buried past threatens to destroy her newfound home in Hartley, Colorado, Scarlett has nowhere to turn.Except the Last Refuge Protectors.Trace Novo devoted his life to the Army and then the CIA… Until his superiors cast him aside. Now broken and adrift in Hartley, Trace can’t deny his attraction to his sister's best friend. Even if he refuses to pull Scarlett into the inner war he’s waging.But getting close to Scarlett means letting her see the true darkness he’s hiding. Trace and the Protectors will do anything to save her. But only Scarlett can save him.This is Trace and Scarlett’s story, an action-packed romantic suspense where a sunshine heroine and a grumpy hero find safety and solace in each other. It can be enjoyed as a standalone, but reading book 1 is recommended. less

He's a cowboy with a sheriff's badge. And the last man she wants as a Protector.Investigative reporter Genevieve Blake rolls into Hartley County, Colorado on a mission. She's determined to expose the Last Refuge Protectors as vigilantes and the local sheriff as corrupt. The last thing she needs is a distraction—especially in the form of a handsome stranger at the hotel bar. But when he smiles, she can't look away.Owen Douglas has devoted his life to service, first as a Marine and now as sheriff... moreHe's a cowboy with a sheriff's badge. And the last man she wants as a Protector.Investigative reporter Genevieve Blake rolls into Hartley County, Colorado on a mission. She's determined to expose the Last Refuge Protectors as vigilantes and the local sheriff as corrupt. The last thing she needs is a distraction—especially in the form of a handsome stranger at the hotel bar. But when he smiles, she can't look away.Owen Douglas has devoted his life to service, first as a Marine and now as sheriff. But his ideals don't keep him warm at night. The moment he sees the gorgeous woman sitting at the next stool, he wants her. He has no idea she's the reporter trying to take down him and his friends... Until the awkward realization leaves them both reeling.When Genevieve witnesses a murder that same night, it's suddenly Owen's job to protect her. Whether either of them likes it or not. As Owen keeps Genevieve from becoming the killer's next victim, she starts to realize the sheriff is a better man than she ever imagined. And that true love can find you at the moment you least suspect.This enemies-to-lovers romantic suspense features heart-pounding action, a heartwarming small town, and a white-hat hero with a secretly naughty side. Don't miss Owen and Genevieve's story! less

River “Rubicon” Kwon has been a Navy SEAL, a CIA covert operative, and an elite hacker. The rules he lives Keep your heart distant. Smile, and never let them see your weakness.There’s only one woman who broke through his barriers. One woman he can't forget. His younger brother’s ex. When River discovers she's the target of an assassination plot, he knows this mission could be his undoing.Lieutenant Governor Charlotte McKinley never forgot River either... moreRiver “Rubicon” Kwon has been a Navy SEAL, a CIA covert operative, and an elite hacker. The rules he lives Keep your heart distant. Smile, and never let them see your weakness.There’s only one woman who broke through his barriers. One woman he can't forget. His younger brother’s ex. When River discovers she's the target of an assassination plot, he knows this mission could be his undoing.Lieutenant Governor Charlotte McKinley never forgot River either. She hasn’t seen him in years when he resurfaces, claiming her life is in danger. Now on the run together, River and Charlotte race to uncover the criminal organization that’s responsible. But if River can’t bury his feelings for her, he’ll fail more than just this mission. He could jeopardize everything, including the Protectors. And lose the only woman he’s ever loved.Each book in this series has a complete story and HEA, but to get the most out of the series arc, reading the books in order is recommended. less

Their relationship is fake. But the sparks between them are hot enough to burn.Agent Brynn Somerton just resigned from the FBI. Her top secret going undercover to destroy a dangerous crime syndicate. According to the law, she’s now a vigilante. And that means working with the Last Refuge Protectors. Whether she likes it or not.Bounty hunter Cole Bailey wants nothing to do with the FBI. This iron-willed ex-Ranger prefers to work on his own... moreTheir relationship is fake. But the sparks between them are hot enough to burn.Agent Brynn Somerton just resigned from the FBI. Her top secret going undercover to destroy a dangerous crime syndicate. According to the law, she’s now a vigilante. And that means working with the Last Refuge Protectors. Whether she likes it or not.Bounty hunter Cole Bailey wants nothing to do with the FBI. This iron-willed ex-Ranger prefers to work on his own. But going undercover with Brynn will serve more than one agenda. Cole can play her boyfriend, but he’ll keep his secrets close.If only she wasn’t so dang tempting. Every touch leaves him craving more.They don’t trust each other. So they’ll have to fake it. But the deeper they get, the harder it is to tell the difference between the lies and the truth. And if they’re not careful, they’ll both get burned. less