Discarded Heroes: Scions Series by Ronie Kendig

Some hearts are worth fighting for—even when the battle comes home. Olympic sharpshooter McKenna Neeley thought her biggest challenge was living up to her legendary father's legacy as Nightshade's team sniper. But working as a junior Consular Officer at the U. S. Embassy in Armenia, she's about to face her most perilous mission yet—and it has nothing to do with diplomacy... moreSome hearts are worth fighting for—even when the battle comes home. Olympic sharpshooter McKenna Neeley thought her biggest challenge was living up to her legendary father's legacy as Nightshade's team sniper. But working as a junior Consular Officer at the U. S. Embassy in Armenia, she's about to face her most perilous mission yet—and it has nothing to do with diplomacy. When a high-stakes dinner party brings Dante Riddell back into her life, McKenna's carefully ordered world tilts off its axis. The brooding security specialist from Omen Tactical Group was her childhood crush, but now he's all grown up—and guarding secrets as closely as he guards his VIP clients. Despite finally being claimed by his father as a teen, Dante has spent his life believing he isn’t worthy of the Nightshade legacy. When his duty collides with McKenna's consular work sparks fly and keeping their distance becomes impossible. She's everything he remembers and more—brilliant, compassionate, and dangerously distracting. His job is complete the mission and walk away before his damaged heart gets involved. But when a deadly enemy disrupts peace talks, simple plans shatter like glass. Trapped together in a web of international intrigue, McKenna and Dante must trust each other—and God’s plan—forging a love that's been years in the making. Because sometimes the greatest battles aren't fought with weapons, but with faith, forgiveness, and the courage to believe in second chances. Can two wounded hearts find healing in each other's arms, or will the shadows of their past destroy their chance at forever? "A beautiful blend of faith, heart-pounding suspense, and swoon-worthy romance. This book touched my soul! " — Susan May Warren, USA Today bestselling author. Discarded Scions. Book 1: Atlas. Book 2: Apollo. Book 3: Achilles. less

When Love Becomes the Ultimate Mission. From award-winning author Ronie Kendig comes a heart-stopping romantic suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. HE WAS TRAINED TO SAVE LIVES. SHE WAS BORN TO LIVE A LIE. Owen Metcalfe thought his military career was over—two failed attempts at becoming an elite operator leave him questioning everything he believes about himself... moreWhen Love Becomes the Ultimate Mission. From award-winning author Ronie Kendig comes a heart-stopping romantic suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. HE WAS TRAINED TO SAVE LIVES. SHE WAS BORN TO LIVE A LIE. Owen Metcalfe thought his military career was over—two failed attempts at becoming an elite operator leave him questioning everything he believes about himself. When a desperate mercenary seeks help to rescue his daughter—a kidnapped princess—from the most dangerous royal family in the world, Owen discovers his true calling isn't about earning a beret or proving his worth to the Army. It's about saving her. Leighton Kingslake has spent her entire life guarding a deadly secret far from the Saudi princess who gave birth to her and the brutal king they fled. She’s lived in the shadows, knowing one wrong move could end not just her life, but her mother's as well. When she's violently torn from her safe world and imprisoned halfway around the globe, survival becomes her only goal. Until a blue-eyed warrior crashes into her world and threatens everything. This isn't just a rescue mission—it's a collision of two hearts that will either save them both or destroy them completely. When Owen infiltrates the palace as Leighton's bodyguard sparks fly! She doesn’t want him ruining her plan, and he holds fast to his promise to bring her safely home. But with a vengeful king, murderous princes, and a deadly enemy closing in, they’re forced to set differences aside. Soon, begrudging respect breeds something far more powerful that becomes both their greatest strength and their most dangerous weakness. "A MASTERPIECE OF ROMANTIC SUSPENSE! ". - Susan May Warren, USA today best-selling author. From the sunbaked dungeons of Saudi Arabia to the breathtaking savannas of Kenya, APOLLO. ✦ Pulse-pounding action that will leave you breathless. ✦ Sizzling chemistry between two unforgettable characters. ✦ Heart-stopping suspense with twists you'll never see coming. ✦ Exotic locations that leap off the page. ✦ Faith-filled hope in the darkest circumstances. APOLLO is book two in the explosive DISCARDED SCIONS series, but can be read as a standalone. Perfect for fans of Lynette Eason, DiAnn Mills, and Susan May Warren. Get ready for elephant stampedes, palace intrigue, African safaris, royal weddings, and a love story that will restore your faith in happy endings. Discarded Scions. Book 1: Atlas. Book 2: Apollo. Book 3: Achilles. less