Review: Montana SEAL and Bride Protector by Elle James

09 February of 2016 by ButtonsMom2003

Montana SEAL: 4

Bride Protector: 4

4.0Overall score

Hot SEALs, a great start to a new series!

Montana SEAL By Elle James

Romantic Miliatry Suspense

Released November 17, 2015

Self published

Series: Brotherhood Protectors, Book 1

Reviewed by ButttonsMom2003

Former SEAL and shining Hollywood starlet struggle against their burgeoning desire while trying to stay alive in the crosshairs of a murderous stalker.

Hank “Montana” Patterson never thought his call to duty would force him to leave his band of brothers in the Navy SEALs to return to the family ranch in the foothills of Montana’s Crazy Mountains. News that his father was shot sends him rushing home to take over the reins of the Bear Creek Ranch. His forever-belligerent father refuses his help, insisting Hank find the person who shot him. What Hank learns is the bullet was meant for the neighboring ranch owner, a Hollywood celebrity, and a beautiful actress who once stole Hank’s heart.

Hometown girl, now a Hollywood mega-star, Sadie McClain shot to fame and fortune on the big screen, earning her star on the walk of fame and a stalker who won’t back off. Escaping to her ranch in Montana, Sadie hopes to avoid her stalker, only to be hunted there as well. In need of a bodyguard with combat skills, Sadie hires her old flame, Hank to do the job.  Together they struggle to overcome their rekindled desire while fighting to stay alive in the crosshairs of a madman.

A good start to a new series by Elle James!

Montana SEAL is the first book in a new series by Elle James. There are brief appearances of characters from her Take No Prisoners series but this book stands on its own – no cliffhangerHank “Montana” Patterson is a SEAL injured in the line of duty. His need to recuperate from his injuries coincides with his sister calling him to come home because his father has been shot. Hank and his father don’t have the greatest relationship which is a big part of why he left home to join the service.

Sadie McClain is a famous actress who has returned home to relax and get away from the public who adores her. She and Hank were a couple in high school, but she turned down his proposal. Sadie knew that Hank needed to leave his family ranch and follow his dream of becoming a SEAL; something that wouldn’t have happened if they had married.

Sadie was with Hank’s father when he was shot and realizes that the shooter was probably aiming for her. An over-zealous fan has been stalking her and she fears that he’s responsible for the shooting.

Hank volunteers to be her bodyguard even though being around her is painful; he never stopped loving her after they broke up.

Elle James has crafted a captivating story with interesting characters. If you like romantic suspense, with a bit of mystery, this would be a great book to read.

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O Factor: Spicy

Bride Protector SEAL By Elle James

Romantic Military Suspense

Released February 9, 2016

Self Published

Series: Brotherhood Protector, Book 2

Reviewed by ButtonsMom2003

Ten years in the Navy, most with the elite brotherhood of SEALs, Axel Svenson “Swede” has dodged so many bullets, he knows his luck will someday run out. With younger blood pushing to take over for the older guys, and an injury that marks him for discharge, he takes the plunge into the civilian world. Since desk jobs aren’t what he’s cut out for, he checks on the pet project of one of his former teammates—Brotherhood Protectors. Providing personal security to rich people sounds like a walk in the park compared to where he’s been.

Prospective bride, Allie Patterson, thinks she’s marrying the man of her dreams. He’s rich, he’s handsome and mysterious—everything a woman should want. Until his secrets threaten her life. After several near misses, Allie reluctantly allows her fiancé to hire one of her brother’s bodyguards. The big, sexy, tattooed SEAL assigned to protect her is the kind of guy women drool over, and makes Allie question her decisions. Perhaps she’s marrying the wrong man for the wrong reasons. But her brother’s gruff friend can’t possibly be Mr. Right. Together, they traverse a dangerous journey to get Allie to the church on time…and alive.

Hot SEAL, uncertain bride. A quick fun read.

This is book 2 in the Brotherhood Protectors series but can be read as a standalone, there is no cliffhanger.This is a fast paced, quick read. Allie’s engaged to be married; she shouldn’t be attracted to her new bodyguard, Swede, but she is. Swede just wants to be able to perform the duties of his new job but he finds himself distracted by the fiancé of the man who hired him. Protecting Allie proves to be challenge worthy of his SEAL training.

I always enjoy books by Elle James. Bride Protector is a romantic suspense story with twists and turns I didn’t see coming. There is a nice amount of tension; suspenseful and sexual. If you’re looking for a quick read with just the right amount of heat this would be a great book to pick up.