Silver Creek Bodyguard

Another fabulous book in this ongoing series. Full of drama, suspense and intrigue and love. I can’t wait to see what characters appear in the next book now.

Silver Creek Bodyguard (Silver Creek, #4) by Lindsay McKenna This is the 4th book in this series and we get to catch up with some of the characters from the other books - but this book can be read as a stand alone. Sara Romano has moved to Silver Creek to hide from the danger that stalks her. Her mother hires a security company to protect her. Wes Paxton ex Navy Seal is a perfect match for her. They both have Native American heritage, even if he is an orphan and doesn't know who his parents are. There are attempts on her life, evil family connections, terror, bravery, some laughter, tears, a wonderful building relationship, heartfelt moments and plenty of steam to get us to a very HEA.

This is the fourth book in Lindsay McKenna's Silver Creek series, but can easily be read as a stand alone. Forced to flee her home in Texas, Sara Romano now makes her life in Silver Creek, Wyoming, hiding from the half brother who wants her dead. She lives her life quietly, enjoying her job as a natural healer and herbalist to the people of the town. When her brother steps up his efforts to find Sara, her mother decides she needs a body guard and hires the services of Guardian Security, headquartered in Silver Creek. Dropped on the steps of a fire station as a young child and raised in the foster system, Wes Paxton was passed from family to family who wanted only the monthly check he represented. Wes never felt like he belonged anywhere until he joined the SEALS. There he found a family with his team, a place he could call home with people who appreciated and cared about him. When an injury forces him to leave the service, he's left drifting again until he's offered a job by his former teammate who runs a security firm. Now, Wes finds himself on his way to Silver Creek and a new life. For his first assignment, Wes finds himself as Sara's bodyguard. He is both impressed with and intrigued by, Sara. To hide in plain site, Wes serves as Sara's assistant. He finds himself fascinated as he learns more about the woman and the business she runs. Something about her settles the lost little boy Wes carries inside him. But waiting for something to happen wears on Wes's nerves. When the attack does come, Wes immediately morphs into the soldier he was trained to be. This time, though, the fight is personal. I thought the series as a whole was a little slow to start, but chose to stick with it and I'm very glad I did. This is the best book in the series so far. We are immediately introduced to Wes, learning about his state of mind and how he's been shaped by his past. Knowing his story drew me to his character and into the emotions of the story. Sara's a compassionate soul, receptive to the vulnerable part of Wes's character. The development of their relationship wasn't forced, but just flowed naturally. This chapter of the Silver Creek series covers all the bases, military men, suspense and characters willing to share their emotions all leading to a satisfying happy ending. Thanks to Netgalley for an ARC of this book. The thoughts and opinions are my own.

Lindsay McKenna has done it again. This is such a beautiful book about two gentle people coming together to fulfill each other.