McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series by April Wilson

(Note: Vulnerable is the first book in a 2-book series. Both books can be read standalone, and both books end in an HEA, but to get the most enjoyment out of them, they're best read in order. The second book - Fearless - is due out early 2016.) Beth Jamison had a rough start in life. She survived a childhood abduction, but her traumatic past still haunts her, and she suffers from anxiety and issues with intimacy... more(Note: Vulnerable is the first book in a 2-book series. Both books can be read standalone, and both books end in an HEA, but to get the most enjoyment out of them, they're best read in order. The second book - Fearless - is due out early 2016.) Beth Jamison had a rough start in life. She survived a childhood abduction, but her traumatic past still haunts her, and she suffers from anxiety and issues with intimacy. Beth doesn't know it, but the man who kidnapped her has just been released early from prison. When Beth’s brother hires McIntyre Security, Inc. to protect Beth and conduct surveillance on her kidnapper, Beth has no idea she has secret bodyguards keeping her safe 24/7. With his money and good looks, CEO Shane McIntyre has never been short on feminine company, and he’s developed a reputation as a “love ‘em and leave ‘em” kind of guy. But that changes when Shane meets Beth. Their mutual attraction is instant and intense, and Shane falls hard for Beth. Shane has his work cut out for him if he’s going to gain her trust and get past her fears. This alpha protector is determined to keep Beth safe, but he’s also determined to make her his. less

Beth Jamison: Since childhood, I’ve lived under a shadow of fear and anxiety, afraid to trust anyone. All that changed when I met Shane. He taught me to cope with my fears. He gave me the courage to let someone in. But the threat’s still out there, and it’s coming back for me. I know Shane won’t let him get me this time, but at what cost? I can’t lose Shane. I just can’t. Shane McIntyre: Before, I dated one woman after another, never getting attached, never getting too close... moreBeth Jamison: Since childhood, I’ve lived under a shadow of fear and anxiety, afraid to trust anyone. All that changed when I met Shane. He taught me to cope with my fears. He gave me the courage to let someone in. But the threat’s still out there, and it’s coming back for me. I know Shane won’t let him get me this time, but at what cost? I can’t lose Shane. I just can’t. Shane McIntyre: Before, I dated one woman after another, never getting attached, never getting too close. Then I met Beth and everything changed. She’s everything to me. She’s the reason I get up in the morning, she’s the very air I breathe. Someone’s out there – someone who wants to hurt her again, and I’ll be damned if I’ll let him. I’m her lover, her protector, and her best friend. I’m also her avenger. I’ll put an end to the threat once and for all, no matter the price I have to pay. McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series: Vulnerable Fearless Broken (Coming fall 2016) less

Fans of April Wilson's McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series will welcome this novella from Shane McIntyre's point of view. Shane includes a retelling of the ending of Fearless (book 2) from Shane's point of view, as well as brand new material that continues the story line beyond Fearless... moreFans of April Wilson's McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series will welcome this novella from Shane McIntyre's point of view. Shane includes a retelling of the ending of Fearless (book 2) from Shane's point of view, as well as brand new material that continues the story line beyond Fearless. This novella will tide readers over until Book 4 is released - Shattered - which features Shane McIntyre and Beth Jamison in a full-length novel that takes this popular couple to the next stage of their relationship. less

The eagerly-awaited third book in the McIntyre Security, Inc. series is here! Lia McIntyre As a 22-year-old female professional bodyguard, Lia’s a rarity in a male-dominated field. She may be a petite, cute blond, but she’s a master of martial arts and Krav Maga, and she can render a man twice her size unconscious in just seconds. Lia hides a painful past behind a snarky, take-no-prisoners attitude... moreThe eagerly-awaited third book in the McIntyre Security, Inc. series is here! Lia McIntyre As a 22-year-old female professional bodyguard, Lia’s a rarity in a male-dominated field. She may be a petite, cute blond, but she’s a master of martial arts and Krav Maga, and she can render a man twice her size unconscious in just seconds. Lia hides a painful past behind a snarky, take-no-prisoners attitude. She was horribly betrayed by her first love, and she’s determined never to let anyone use her or hurt her again. To make sure that never happens again, she’s got rules. One, never sleep with a client. And two, never sleep with the same guy twice. The walls she’s built up to protect herself are rock solid. Until she meets her new client, Jonah Locke, a swoon-worthy rock star with a heart of gold. Jonah Locke Jonah Locke is the front man for the most popular rock band in the United States. His band dominates the charts, and he’s constantly hounded by crowds of fan-girls and paparazzi. The guy can’t sneeze without everyone on social media knowing. A bad break-up with the Queen of Pop sends him from LA to Chicago, where he just wants to lie low and write new songs. Unfortunately, trouble follows him to Chicago. When he meets his new bodyguard, he falls hard for her. But lust transforms into something more when he gets to know the woman beneath the kick-ass shell. Broken can be read standalone, but it will be enjoyed more as part of the series, because there are lots of cameos of other beloved McIntyre Security characters. HEA, yes! Cliffhanger, no! Read this book only if you like smart-mouthed, feisty heroines who don’t take crap from anyone. The McIntyre Security, Inc. Series: Book 1 – Vulnerable Book 2 – Fearless Book 3 – Broken less

The McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series - Box Set 1 Fall in love with the characters of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard series! Find out why so many readers are addicted to this series. Book 1: Vulnerable Beth Jamison had a rough start in life. She survived a childhood abduction, but her emotionally traumatic past still haunts her, and she suffers from anxiety and issues with intimacy. She doesn't know it, but the man who kidnapped her has just been released early from prison... moreThe McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series - Box Set 1 Fall in love with the characters of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard series! Find out why so many readers are addicted to this series. Book 1: Vulnerable Beth Jamison had a rough start in life. She survived a childhood abduction, but her emotionally traumatic past still haunts her, and she suffers from anxiety and issues with intimacy. She doesn't know it, but the man who kidnapped her has just been released early from prison. Now she has secret bodyguards keeping her safe 24/7. When CEO Shane McIntyre meets Beth, their mutual attraction is instant and intense, and Shane falls hard for Beth. Shane has his work cut out for him if he’s going to gain her trust before it’s too late. This alpha protector is determined to keep Beth safe and make her his. Book 2: Fearless Beth Jamison - Since childhood, I’ve lived under a shadow of fear and anxiety, afraid to trust anyone. All that changed when I met Shane. He's my lover, my protector, and my best friend. He's also my avenger. He taught me to cope with my fears. He gave me the courage to let someone in. But the threat’s still out there, and it’s coming back for me. I know Shane won’t let him get me this time, but at what cost? I can’t lose Shane. I just can’t. Book 2.5: Shane (a novella) Shane is a 26,000-word novella that retells the ending of Fearless from Shane's point of view, plus some additional material. Shane McIntyre will do anything to protect the love of his life. Even kill a monster. When convicted kidnapper Howard Kline comes after Beth Jamison to exact revenge for his two decades spent in prison, Shane will be waiting for him, ready to put an end to Beth's nightmare once and for all. Book 3: Broken Lia McIntyre - As a 22-year-old female professional bodyguard, Lia’s a rarity in a male-dominated field. She may be a petite, cute blond, but she’s a master of martial arts and Krav Maga, and she can render a man twice her size unconscious in just seconds. Lia hides a painful past behind a snarky, take-no-prisoners attitude. She was horribly betrayed by her first love, and she’s determined never to let anyone use her or hurt her again. To make sure that never happens again, she’s got rules. One, never sleep with a client. And two, never sleep with the same guy twice. The walls she’s built up to protect herself are rock solid. Until she meets her new client, Jonah Locke, a swoon-worthy rock star with a heart of gold. Jonah Locke - Jonah Locke is the front man for the most popular rock band in the United States. His band dominates the charts, and he’s constantly hounded by crowds of fan-girls and paparazzi. The guy can’t sneeze without everyone on social media knowing. A bad break-up with the Queen of Pop sends him from LA to Chicago, where he just wants to lie low and write new songs. Unfortunately, trouble follows him to Chicago. When he meets his new bodyguard, he falls hard for her. But lust transforms into something more when he gets to know the woman beneath the kick-ass shell. less

Beth and Shane's story continues in this new installment of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard series. After the death of Beth's childhood abductor, Howard Kline, Beth and Shane are free to begin their life together. ​ Beth's future is looking bright. She's loving her new job at the bookstore, she's in graduate school, and she has an engagement ring on her finger... moreBeth and Shane's story continues in this new installment of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard series. After the death of Beth's childhood abductor, Howard Kline, Beth and Shane are free to begin their life together. ​ Beth's future is looking bright. She's loving her new job at the bookstore, she's in graduate school, and she has an engagement ring on her finger. Everything is perfect until Shane's former girlfriend, Luciana Morelli, enters the picture determined to ruin Shane's chance at happiness. Luciana will stop at nothing to destroy's Shane's future, including risking the life of the one person he can't live without. Fans of Lia and Jonah, Cooper, and Jamie McIntyre will enjoy seeing their fan favorites in this installment as well. This novel will be enjoyed more if you're read at least books 1 and 2 in the McIntyre Security Bodyguard series. McIntrye Security Bodyguard Series: Vulnerable, Book 1 Fearless, Book 2 Shane, Book 2.5 Broken, Book 3 Shattered, Book 4 less

After illness left me permanently scarred, my husband found solace in another woman’s arms. So, I left him to start over. But it seems I’m the only one ready to move on. Not even a restraining order can protect me from my ex. But the sexy former Navy SEAL next door can. Despite my new neighbor’s war injuries, he’s lethal. And I come to find out I’m not the only one hiding scars. A standalone romance with a guaranteed HEA. It's book 5 in the McIntyre Security Bodyguard series... moreAfter illness left me permanently scarred, my husband found solace in another woman’s arms. So, I left him to start over. But it seems I’m the only one ready to move on. Not even a restraining order can protect me from my ex. But the sexy former Navy SEAL next door can. Despite my new neighbor’s war injuries, he’s lethal. And I come to find out I’m not the only one hiding scars. A standalone romance with a guaranteed HEA. It's book 5 in the McIntyre Security Bodyguard series. The McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series: Vulnerable Fearless Shane (a novella) Broken Shattered Imperfect Ruined (spring 2018) less

Finally! Sam and Cooper's long-awaited story is here... a second chance gay romance, with a guaranteed HEA. Sam... Coming out of the closet was easy. Falling in love with a man twice my age was not. Cooper grew up old-school, hiding his true self. He may be the love of my life, but I can’t be his dirty little secret any longer. He needs to man up and claim me if he wants to keep me. Just when I think we're finally making progress, his past comes back to bite him with a vengeance... moreFinally! Sam and Cooper's long-awaited story is here... a second chance gay romance, with a guaranteed HEA. Sam... Coming out of the closet was easy. Falling in love with a man twice my age was not. Cooper grew up old-school, hiding his true self. He may be the love of my life, but I can’t be his dirty little secret any longer. He needs to man up and claim me if he wants to keep me. Just when I think we're finally making progress, his past comes back to bite him with a vengeance. His old demons might just want to kill him, literally. But not if I have anything to say about it. I'll gladly bleed for him. Ruined is book 6 in the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series, but it can be read standalone. The series in order: Vulnerable, book 1 Fearless, book 2 Shane, book 2.5 (a novella) Broken, book 3 Shattered, book 4 Imperfect, book 5 Ruined, book 6 Coming next: Hostage, book 7 Redeemed, book 8 ...plus a lot more. less

Fans of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series will devour this new installment following the lives of Beth and Shane. This book would be best enjoyed as part of the series. Beth and Shane have it all. They're married and expecting their first child. They've never been happier. A weekend getaway puts Beth in the wrong place at the wrong time, and all hell breaks loose, putting both Beth's life and her baby's life in mortal danger... moreFans of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series will devour this new installment following the lives of Beth and Shane. This book would be best enjoyed as part of the series. Beth and Shane have it all. They're married and expecting their first child. They've never been happier. A weekend getaway puts Beth in the wrong place at the wrong time, and all hell breaks loose, putting both Beth's life and her baby's life in mortal danger. When the unexpected happens, can Shane save his family? Can this alpha protector pull his wife back from the edge before it's too late? Hostage is book 7 in the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series. It's a full-length novel (70,000 words) that ends in a wonderful HEA. less

Redeemed is part of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard series, but it can be read standalone. It's a full-length novel with a guaranteed HEA.AnnieTen years ago, I made the biggest mistake of my lifeAnd I’ve paid the price every day since then, both in body and spiritNow I’m desperate, and the only man who can save me is the one I betrayed so long ago.I don’t deserve his forgiveness.He doesn’t owe me a thing.But like the hero he is, that won’t stop him from risking his life to save me…... moreRedeemed is part of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard series, but it can be read standalone. It's a full-length novel with a guaranteed HEA.AnnieTen years ago, I made the biggest mistake of my lifeAnd I’ve paid the price every day since then, both in body and spiritNow I’m desperate, and the only man who can save me is the one I betrayed so long ago.I don’t deserve his forgiveness.He doesn’t owe me a thing.But like the hero he is, that won’t stop him from risking his life to save me…. even when I don’t deserve it.JakeMy life ended the day Annie broke our engagement and married another man.I’ve been going through the motions ever since, unable to forget her.Unable to move on.I gave her my heart, and I don’t do give-backs, so she’s stuck with it, whether she wants it or not.When I find out she’s in danger, I’ll move Heaven and Earth to protect her, regardless of what it costs me.She doesn’t owe me a thing, but damn, I’ll go to my knees for her.For just one look, one touch, one word. less

Marry Me is a 25,000 word novella that continues the story of Lia McIntyre and Jonah Locke, first introduced on Broken. Fans of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series will enjoy this continuation of Lia's and Jonah's story. Cameo appearances by other popular characters in this series are included. Lia McIntyre Lia's been with Jonah for nearly two years now. She loves her rock star boyfriend with a heart of gold. But deep down, she struggles with insecurity... moreMarry Me is a 25,000 word novella that continues the story of Lia McIntyre and Jonah Locke, first introduced on Broken. Fans of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series will enjoy this continuation of Lia's and Jonah's story. Cameo appearances by other popular characters in this series are included. Lia McIntyre Lia's been with Jonah for nearly two years now. She loves her rock star boyfriend with a heart of gold. But deep down, she struggles with insecurity. She knows Jonah wants more with her, but she's afraid she can't live up to his expectations. And she thinks it's only a matter of time before he figures that out for himself. Jonah Locke Ever since leaving L.A. and his lucrative recording contract, Jonah Locke is thriving as an independent singer/songwriter. He's more popular than ever. He's living his dream, except for one small part. He wants to marry Lia. But every time he asks, she changes the subject. What's it going to take to get her to realize he's for real? MORE BOOKS BY APRIL WILSON McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series 1. Vulnerable 2. Fearless 2.5 Shane (a novella) 3. Broken 4. Shattered 5. Imperfect 6. Ruined 7. Hostage 8. Marry Me (a novella) McIntyre Security Protectors Series 1. Redeemed 2. Regret (coming early 2019) ... and lots more. Stay tuned! less

Fans of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series will love this new novella featuring Beth and Shane, as well as other favorites, including Luke, Sam, Cooper, Erin and Mack. This suspenseful Christmas novella will best be enjoyed as part of the series.

Erin's life is shattered in a single night after a horrific act of sexual violence. She doesn't remember any of it, but she has the bruises and lacerations all over her body as painful reminders of something she just wants to put behind her. The problem is, she can’t move on. Everything she’d ever hoped for was torn away from her that night. The man she’s been crushing on has vowed to restore her sense of safety and security. He’ll stop at nothing to catch the assailant who hurt her... moreErin's life is shattered in a single night after a horrific act of sexual violence. She doesn't remember any of it, but she has the bruises and lacerations all over her body as painful reminders of something she just wants to put behind her. The problem is, she can’t move on. Everything she’d ever hoped for was torn away from her that night. The man she’s been crushing on has vowed to restore her sense of safety and security. He’ll stop at nothing to catch the assailant who hurt her. The tragic irony is, now he wants her in his life. But it’s too late now.Mack Donovan has always kept a careful distance from Erin. She’s sweet, beautiful, and innocent - way too young and too good for him. After a career in the military and a stint as a mercenary, he’s done things he's not proud of. He thinks his hands are too dirty to touch her. When he rejects her invitation to attend a New Year’s Eve party, the unthinkable happens. A sexual predator drugs Erin and steals not just her innocence, but her sense of self. Mack will stop at nothing to find him and end him. In the meanwhile, he’s not giving up on Erin. He will show her that not all men are monsters. less

Annie is marrying her best friend today, the love of her life. She's waited years for this day, and she's not going to let anything get in the way. So what if she's nine months pregnant with twins and starting to feel contractions? She only has to make it until the ceremony is done. What could possibly go wrong? As a follow-up novella to Annie and Jake's second chance romance (Redeemed), WITH THIS RING is a heart-warming look at love, romance, family, and childbirth.

When Sophie McIntyre's blind date goes horribly wrong, she finds herself running for her life. Dominic Zaretti is a man who gets things done—one who doesn’t mind getting his hands dirty in the process. His job is to disappear with Sophie and keep her alive until the threat is neutralized. But when Dominic falls for the curvy, statuesque beauty, he finds himself making the ultimate sacrifice to keep her safe.

Fans of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard Series will love this new installment. Many of your favorite characters return to celebrate the birth of a new family member. Shane and Beth are expecting their second child, and their family and friends are here to celebrate the big event with them. Enjoy first-hand point-of-view chapters from lots of characters in this fun and surprising family reunion book.