Guarded from Corruption

Title: Guarded from Corruption 

(Police and Fire: Operation Alpha) (Blade and Arrow Security Bravo Team Book 1) 

Author: Gia Cobie

Genre: Romantic Suspense 

Release Date: September 10, 2024 

Hosted by: Buoni Amici Press, LLC.

I never thought it could happen to me.

My life was ordinary. Predictable. And as my best friend always reminded me, much too solitary.

Still, I couldn’t complain. I had a job I enjoyed. A place of my own. Hobbies. Most days, I thought I was happy.

Until the night I was taken. Drugged. Held captive and subjected to tests and exams in a strange and terrifying facility. From what I heard, it was only going to get worse, and escape seemed an impossibility.

But they didn’t know just how determined I was. They never considered I could outsmart them.

Against all odds, I escaped. The only problem? I’m still in danger, and I don’t know who I can trust to help me.

Except for one person.

Niall. My best friend’s brother. A man I like more than I should. And the man who has every reason to hate me.

I moved to Texas for a new beginning.

A new job. A new team. After three years out of the Army, I finally had a purpose again.

Then I got the call that brought my past right back to the present.

She was the last person I expected to hear from. Not after the harsh words we exchanged; words I still regret years later.

But when she asked for my help, there was never a question of going to her. And after hearing her story, I didn’t hesitate to offer my protection.

How could I not? She’s not just my little sister’s best friend—Jade’s held a piece of my heart since I met her.

Maybe I’m not the right man to be with her. But I’m the right man to protect her. And I’ll do anything to keep her safe.

Guarded from Corruption is the first book in the Blade and Arrow Security Bravo Team series. It has a protective alpha hero, a strong and smart heroine, a team of former Green Berets, lots of twists and turns, action and danger, forced proximity, and plenty of sweet and steamy moments. No cliffhangers and a happily-ever-after guaranteed! (And expect some cameos from the original Blade and Arrow team!)

AMAZON

I want to believe him. But it’s so hard.  Niall takes my hands in his, engulfing my chilled fingers in his warmth. “I’ve felt terrible about that day, Jade. I know I hurt you. And I am so damn sorry. But it was not your fault. I don’t blame you. For any of it. Not for a second.”  Hope kindles, stutters, fights to stay aflame. “Do you mean it?”  “Yes.” He stares at me with an intensity that makes my chest squeeze. “I absolutely mean it. And I will always regret hurting you. But I won’t hurt you again. I promise. And you have nothing to feel guilty about.”  My hands tighten around his. “It wasn't your fault, either. I’m sorry I said that. I never meant it.”  “Ah, hun.” He swallows hard. “I know you didn’t.”  We stare at each other for a frozen moment as some of the pain slips away. Then Niall looks at me very solemnly, and says, “Can I hug you? Would that be okay?”  It would be more than okay. It’s all I want.  But I don’t say that. I just nod, my throat too tight to speak.  Niall exhales.  Then he wraps his arms around me. Hugs me to his broad chest. One big hand cups my nape, the other moves in slow strokes up and down my back. He rests his cheek on my head, his breath feathering across my hair. As I snuggle into his embrace, my heart fills. His lips press to my head, and my breath catches. Somehow, I know this hug is different.

 

Gia Cobie is a librarian and author living in upstate New York. In her spare time, Gia enjoys reading and spending time in the Adirondacks. She has a soft spot for cheesy reality romance shows, although she also enjoys paranormal and fantasy. Gia loves writing about protective heroes and strong heroines in her Blade and Arrow Security, Heroes of Sleepy Hollow, and Green Mountain Guardians series. In the mood for some paranormal romance? Take a look at her Tenebris Desire series.