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The Protector

By: Jodi Ellen Malpas
Narrated by: Alexandra Baldwin, Owen MacMahon
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Publisher's summary

Jake Sharp resides in his own personal hell. The ex-SAS sniper was distracted from duty once before, and the consequences were devastating - both personally and professionally. He vowed never to let that happen again.

The job of bodyguard to Camille Logan isn't the kind of distraction from his demons he should take. Women and Jake don't mix well, yet the lesser of two evils seems to be protecting the heiress, whose life is threatened as a result of her father's ruthless business dealings.

He thinks he knows her type: Beautiful and spoiled, with her father's bank balance to fund her lifestyle. But he soon discovers the real Camille - warm, compassionate, determined to be independent and happy after struggling with past mistakes. Now, his duty to protect her turns into something deeper than a well-paid job, no matter how hard he fights it. He needs absolution. He comes to need Camille. But he knows he can't have both.

For fans of Maya Banks, The Protector delivers the all-consuming romance and devastating alpha hero that make a Jodi Ellen Malpas novel an irresistible, passionate listen.

©2016 Jodi Ellen Malpas (P)2016 Hachette Audio
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  • Categories: Erotica

Critic reviews

"Every kiss, every sexy scene, every word between this pair owned a piece of my soul. I could read this book a hundred times and still react as if it was the first time. The Protector is a top 2016 fave for me." (Audrey Carlan, number one best-selling author of The Calendar Girl series)

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I loved the story for the most part. I had trouble understanding the Male narrator the first half of the book. His accent really thick. I remember most of it from the movie. Then in one of the later chapters about 1/2 through it the chapter started all over again.

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Same Ol' love story

I struggled to finish it. The female narrator's voice was way too old sounding for the character's supposed age. The same old damsel in distress story is so obvious and totally overused. The introspection was over the top dramatic. There was no ordinary conversation between the lovers, just conversation about their love/lust for each other. It was absurd to think that they had anything other than a physical and lustful connection. Bullocks!

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Not what i expected

its the first romance book i haven't cried. But it will for sure keep you on your toes! It has a great evening also. but not cheesy

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The narrators were phenomenal!

Would you consider the audio edition of The Protector to be better than the print version?

Absolutely. The narrators made the story come to life!

What did you like best about this story?

The narrators.

Which scene was your favorite?

I didn't have a favorite scene but I enjoyed the humor very much.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Listening to an entire book in one sitting is not an option for me.

Any additional comments?

I'm adding Alexandra Baldwin & Owen MacMahon to my favorite narrator list!

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Fantastic !!!!!

Great read. I read this one because Passion Flix has made a movie of it. I like to do my chores while listing to books, it's a genius invention Audible! Story was good, love was fast, but when the connection is there it's there. I l lovvvvved the ending. Enough said.

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Simply Perfect

This was a joy from the first word to the last. Great story, realistic angst, strong characters, and superb narration. There was action and sizzle, a great love story and even some laughs. This is one I'll listen to again. Thanks Jodi.

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I really wanted to like this one

Not a bad story but after reading her previous work I felt disappointed with this one.

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Wow

OMG I loved this book. It was great I really love her work. I can't wait for the next book. I realky love the books based out of the UK.

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jodi never fails

loved this book! Jodi is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. Her ability to put together stories and characters is absolutely Sensational. Jake sharp is probably one of the best male leads out there along with cami. I was worried camiwas going to come off as a spoiled woman who then finds her way through life knowing that she can't have everything. She was actually introduced as somebody who you love from the beginning and isn't spoiled at all. I absolutely loved both characters it was brought together beautifully

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A big Jodi Fan

I love everything I've read by Jodi Ellen Malpas so listening to one of her books was a treat! A great stand alone story! Just love the strong men in all her books!!

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