Private Security just got a whole lot more personal!
And I am excited to share an exclusive excerpt today with you on the blog Tour !
Locked in Temptation
by Brenda Jackson
- Book #3 in The Protector Series
- Release August 1st 2017 by HQN Books
- Genre: Romance, Romantic Suspense, Romance, Multicultural & Interracial Romance
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About:
His job is to protect her…no matter the cost
Police detective Joy Ingram’s connection to elite security expert Stonewall Courson is instant. Undeniable. Electric. But her commitment to protect and serve has always come first. Everything else is secondary—especially when she uncovers an underground surrogate baby-making ring. Joy can’t risk a distraction during the most important case of her career, not even one as sexy as reformed ex-con Stonewall.
There are few things Stonewall values more than a strong woman. But when Joy’s investigation draws her into a deadly conspiracy that goes deeper than she ever imagined, he must convince her that he’s the best man to protect her. And while he puts his life on the line to save hers, the insatiable attraction between them becomes the one danger neither of them can escape.
Exclusive Excerpt
“You didn’t have to walk me to my car, you know.”
In truth, Stonewall didn’t know anything. The only thing he was certain about was the fact he wasn’t ready for them to part ways. “It’s the least I could do for all your help. Getting information from those cops was like pulling teeth. You didn’t have to do what you did, and we’re grateful for your intervention.”
They walked slowly and in silence for a few moments. “So, how long have you been a cop?”
“About five years. I entered the police academy right out of college. I did my time as a beat cop before being promoted to detective.”
“I understand you’re new to the city.”
“Yes. I’ve been here for almost two years now.”
“From where?”
“Baton Rouge.”
“Nice city.”
“Yes, it is. I loved it there.”
If she loved it so much, then why did she leave? He would save that question for another night because he had every intention of seeing her again…but only if she said no to his next question.
“Are you involved in a serious relationship with anyone?”
She looked thoughtfully at him. “No, I’m not involved with anyone. Serious or otherwise. Don’t have the time.”
Stonewall knew she would discover that excuse wouldn’t work with him. He didn’t have time for a relationship, either, but for her, he would make time. The fact that she was a cop and he was an ex-con didn’t matter.
“Here’s my car,” she said, coming to a stop beside a dark SUV. “Thanks again for walking me out.”
“I’d like to see you again, Joy.”
The parking garage lights were dim, but he could see her gnawing on her bottom lip. Was he making her nervous? He released the breath he’d been holding when she said, “I’d like to see you again, too.”
He tried keeping the grin from spreading too wide across his face. “Great. What about next Friday night? I’d love to take you to dinner.”
“I work next Friday night.”
“What about Saturday? And before you try finding an excuse, do I need to remind you that you need to eat sometime?”
She met his gaze, held it for a minute and said, “I’m off Saturday night.”
“Okay then, will Saturday night work for you?”
She paused a minute before answering. “Yes, Saturday night will work for me.”
“Good.” He pulled his cell phone from the pocket in his jacket. “What’s your number? I’ll call you later in the week to figure out details.”
She rattled off a number that he used to call her. When her cell phone rang, he said, “Now you have my number and I have yours.”
“Alright.”
He put his phone away. Neither said anything for a minute. He inched closer to her. “There’s one other thing I need to get from you, Joy.”
She lifted a brow. “What?”
“This.” He placed his hand at her waist, leaned in, angled his head and took total possession of her mouth. The moment their mouths touched, red-hot passion, the likes of which he’d never encountered before, flared through him, rushed fire through every pore, nerve and pulse
Author bio:
Brenda Jackson is the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of over 100 novels and novellas, including two that have been turned into films—One Special Moment and Truly Everlasting. Brenda is a recipient of the Romance Writers of America’s Lifetime Achievement Award and an NAACP Image Award nominee for Outstanding Literary Fiction for her book, A Silken Thread. Jackson is an advocate for diversity in romance and was the first African American author to make both the USA TODAY and New York Times bestseller lists in series/category romance genre. You can visit her at BrendaJackson.net.
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Praise:
“Jackson again straddles the fine line of romance and suspense with skill.” –RT Book Reviews on Seized by Seduction
“Jackson’s deft plotting and effective red herrings keep the suspense high as her multidimensional characters command the reader’s attention…The only flaw of this first-rate, satisfying sexy tale is that it ends.” –Publishers Weekly on Forged in Desire(starred review)
Tour Schedule
Monday, July 24th – BookHounds – Interview (Author or Character)
Tuesday, July 25th – Happy Ever After Romance Book Reviews – Review only
Wednesday,July 26th – Bewitched Bookworms – Guest Post
Thursday, July 27th – Sofia Loves Books – Review only
Friday, July 28th – Parajunkee – Guest Posts
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Monday, July 31st – Pretty Sassy Cool – Guest Post
Tuesday, August 1st – Bewitched Bookworms – Guest Post
Wednesday, August 2nd – Sassy Book Lovers – Review only
Thursday, August 3rd – deal sharing aunt – Interview (Author or Character)
Friday, August 4th – Shelly’s Book Corner – Guest Posts
Giveaway
Thanks to the team at Harlequin, one lucky winner will receive the following:
- $25 Amazon gift card
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Thanks for this wonderful giveaway. The book sounds compelling and I enjoyed the excerpt greatly. best wishes.
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The excerpt sounds very interesting. Thanks for the chance to win.
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interesting excerpt
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Oh this sounds so good! Brenda Jackson is a new author for me! Cannot wait to read!
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