title: Guilty
author: Fenech, Karen
description: From USA Today Bestselling Author Karen Fenech comes the fifth novel in her bestselling Protectors Series. THE PROTECTORS: Though they work independently and at times are oceans apart, their ties to each other remain strong. They're related by blood or bond -- this group of men in law enforcement, government intelligence, and the military who do what others cannot to serve, defend, and protect. GUILTY: THE PROTECTORS SERIES -- BOOK FIVE The brutal murder of a school teacher appears to be an open and shut case. Despite the overwhelming evidence against homeless drifter James Gaines, public defender Faith Winston makes sure she is assigned to defend him. But Faith has an agenda of her own--even if it means a guilty man will go free. Chief of Police Ryan Crosby ended his relationship with Faith in a breakup that shattered them both, but he has not stopped loving her. When Faith's representation of Gaines makes her a target for revenge, Ryan reenters her life to protect her. He finds himself in a battle to find her assailant, and in a battle with Faith herself who will not trust him again with her heart. But when Gaines escapes from custody, Faith is abducted and Ryan is in a race against time to find her. One woman is already dead and Faith is next. THE PROTECTORS SERIES BOOKS IN ORDER IMPOSTER: The Protectors Series -- Book One SNOWBOUND: The Protectors Series -- Book Two PURSUED: The Protectors Series -- Book Three HIDE: The Protectors Series -- Book Four CAUGHT (A Protectors Series Novella -- Book #4.5) ** CAUGHT may be read on its own. GUILTY: The Protectors Series -- Book Five COMING NEXT -- RUN: The Protectors Series -- Book Six PRAISE FOR THE NOVELS OF USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR KAREN FENECH {BREATH OF MALICE} "The constant suspense and sizzling sex keep the pages turning." --Publishers Weekly {BREATH OF MALICE} "Readers will admire Paige for her strength in the face of adversity." --Publishers Weekly {BREATH OF MALICE} " ... intense romantic suspense." --Publishers Weekly {BREATH OF MALICE} "From the first sentence I was hooked and I couldn't stop reading until I got to the end...This is a book I highly recommend for those who love a good thriller." --Night Owl Reviews, 4 1/2 Stars Top Pick {BREATH OF MALICE} "I think that those who are in the mood for an exciting and hair-raising tale will enjoy this story and I hope to see more about these characters in the future." --The Reading Addict, 4.5 Stars {BREATH OF MALICE} "Mixing suspenseful twists and turns and budding romance, Fenech (His Touch, 2015) takes the reader on a wild ride that will thrill excitement-seekers and love-story addicts alike." --Booklist {GONE} "Karen Fenech's GONE is a real page turner front to back. You won't be able to put this one down!" --NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR KAT MARTIN {GONE} "Karen Fenech tells a taut tale with great characters and lots of twists. This is a writer you need to read." --USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR MAUREEN CHILD {GONE} "Readers will find themselves in the grip of GONE as this riveting tale plays out. GONE is a provocative thriller filled with a roller coaster ride that carries the suspense until the last page." --DEBORAH C. JACKSON, ROMANCE REVIEWS TODAY {BETRAYAL} "An excellent read." --DONNA M. BROWN, ROMANTIC TIMES MAGAZINE {IMPOSTER: The Protectors Series - Book One} "IMPOSTER is romantic suspense at its best!" ¬--USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR MAUREEN CHILD {UNHOLY ANGELS} ". . . a superbly intricate tale of greed, power, and murder. . . a suspenseful and believable story that will keep you reading into the wee hours of the morning. Highly recommended!" --D.B. HENSON ABOUT THE AUTHOR USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR KAREN FENECH writes romantic suspense novels, short works of suspense, and erotic romance. She is the author of the bestselling romantic suspense series, The Protectors. Karen's novels and short suspense fiction have received critical acclaim.