Protected (Deadly Secrets)

A passion to live for—and to die for—in the RITA-winning series from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Elisabeth Naughton.Up-and-coming designer Kelsey McClane is on the cusp of success.

Recently divorced, she should be enjoying her newfound freedom and glamorous future.

Instead, she’s living in fear of the past.

When she returns home to Portland on a press tour, danger creeps closer than ever.

As threatening messages from her bitter ex-husband leave her vulnerable, a new man in her life makes her feel protected.Former Army Ranger turned security professional Hunter O’Donnell is hired to guard Kelsey.

When a shattering explosion rocks her world, Kelsey’s ex is the prime suspect, but Hunter speculates there’s more to the situation than Kelsey’s letting on.

Intent on keeping her safe, he delves into Kelsey’s past.