Under His Protection

**Under His Protection** is a romantic suspense romance book that was released on July 10, 2022.

## Summary

Abby Laine is a tough family lawyer who isn’t afraid to fight for her clients. When her life is threatened because of a past case, she's annoyed and secretly thrilled that security specialist Rick Bannerman is moving in with her to protect her. After an almost-kiss with Rick a year ago, Abby is determined to keep him at a distance. But as the case heats up, so does their relationship. While Rick protects her body, will she be able to protect her heart?

Rick Bannerman is a no-nonsense ex-marine who owns his own security firm. Rick's had a crush on family friend Abby Laine since their almost-kiss the year before. But instead of pursuing her, Rick kept his distance. Rick knows his job is too dangerous for a relationship, and Abby is the type of girl you marry. When Rick finds out Abby's life is in danger, he risks it all to protect her. Will they both survive? Or will he make the ultimate sacrifice for love?

You thought security specialist Rick Bannerman was an arrogant jerk — a handsome, arrogant jerk — until he saves your life from a dangerous stalker. Now, you have to work together to catch your attacker... but will you also catch feelings in the process?

## Chapters

#### **Chapter 1: Surprise Bodyguard**

> *You thought security specialist Rick Bannerman was an arrogant jerk — a handsome, arrogant jerk — until he saves your life from a dangerous stalker. Now, you have to work together to catch your attacker... but will you also catch feelings in the process?*
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#### **Chapter 2: Truth for Truth**

> *Will you let Rick move in to protect you, or will you brave the stalker by yourself?*
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#### **Chapter 3: Hot New Roommate**

> *Do you finally get your kiss with Rick?*
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#### **Chapter 4: Take Down**

> *With your stalker on the loose, Rick suggests a self-defense class to learn some moves. How far will you go to beat your competition?*
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#### **Chapter 5: Friends and Family**

> *Will you calm your sister’s fears about your relationship with Rick?*
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#### **Chapter 6: Going Deeper**

> *After your former boss is murdered, you and Rick dig deeper into the mystery. As you grow closer, will you and Rick learn to trust each other?*
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#### **Chapter 7: The Chase**

> *When Rick confesses his feelings, do you finally put the past behind you and confess yours back?*
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#### **Chapter 8: The Cozy Cabin**

> *After the car chase with your stalker, Rick insists on getting you out of town. Will it be enough to keep you safe?*
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#### **Chapter 9: One Step Closer**

> *When Rick takes you away for the night, things heat up. Will you finally give in to your desires?*
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#### **Chapter 10: Taking Care of Business**

> *With everything riding on your high-profile case, you’re grateful for Rick’s help. Will his surprise evidence be enough to help you win?*
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#### **Chapter 11: It’s Not Over**

> *A night of fun takes a sinister turn. Were you and Rick wrong about the identity of your attacker?*
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#### **Chapter 12: Double Trouble**

> *Will you get away from the gunman? Or will he finally get the best of you?*
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#### **Chapter 13: Breaking All the Rules**

> *When you hit a roadblock in the investigation, you and Rick decide to take matters into your own hands. Will it get you the evidence you need to catch your stalker?*
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#### **Chapter 14: The Good Fight**

> *As Rick gets deeper into the case, he begins to push you away. Is your connection strong enough to bring him back from the edge?*
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#### **Chapter 15: Baby Shower Drama**

> *When you show up to Kandy's baby shower with Rick, your mother isn't shy about her disapproval. Will you stand your ground, or let her keep pushing you around?*
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#### **Chapter 16: Oh Baby!**

> *When Kandy’s water breaks, it’s a rush to the hospital. But something shifts in your relationship with Rick. Are you ready to take it to the next level?*
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#### **Chapter 17: Devious Games**

> *Will you say yes to Rick and finally be his girlfriend?*
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#### **Chapter 18: Shots Fired**

> *When Peter holds you at gunpoint, you're sure you're going to die. Will you and Rick make it out alive?*
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#### **Chapter 19: Love and Lust**

> *After you’re shot, you fight for your life in the hospital. Does this recent brush with death make you and Rick realize how deep your feelings really are?*
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#### **Chapter 20: The Final Battle**

> *With Rick by your side, you testify against Christopher Edwards. Will it be enough to put him away for good?*
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## Trivia

* The original titel is Rick (A Pride of Brothers).
* It's the first book of the A Pride of Brothers Series.