I never thought it could happen to me.<br/>My life was ordinary. Predictable. And as my best friend always reminded me, much too solitary.<br/>Still, I couldn’t complain. I had a job I enjoyed. A place of my own. Hobbies. Most days, I thought I was happy.<br/>Until the night I was taken. Drugged. Held captive and subjected to tests and exams in a strange and terrifying facility. From what I heard, it was only going to get worse, and escape seemed an impossibility.<br/>But they didn’t know just how determined I was. They never considered I could outsmart them.<br/>Against all odds, I escaped. The only problem? I’m still in danger, and I don’t know who I can trust to help me.<br/>Except for one person.<br/>Niall. My best friend’s brother. A man I like more than I should. And the man who has every reason to hate me.<br/>I moved to Texas for a new beginning.<br/>A new job. A new team. After three years out of the Army, I finally had a purpose again.<br/>Then I got the call that brought my past right back to the present.<br/>She was the last person I expected to hear from. Not after the harsh words we exchanged; words I still regret years later.<br/>But when she asked for my help, there was never a question of going to her. And after hearing her story, I didn’t hesitate to offer my protection.<br/>How could I not? She’s not just my little sister’s best friend—Jade’s held a piece of my heart since I met her.<br/>Maybe I’m not the right man to be with her. But I’m the right man to protect her. And I’ll do anything to keep her safe.<br/>Guarded from Corruption is the first book in the Blade and Arrow Security Bravo Team series. It has a protective alpha hero, a strong and smart heroine, a team of former Green Berets, lots of twists and turns, action and danger, forced proximity, and plenty of sweet and steamy moments. No cliffhangers and a happily-ever-after guaranteed! (And expect some cameos from the original Blade and Arrow team!)