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The Defector: The Agency Begins (Miami Private Security Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Michelle Donn (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 145 ratings
An American spy on a simple mission to intercept a Russian courier. What could go wrong?

John Smith is a veteran agent. He has skills and won’t apologize for his old-school methods. That’s why the CIA assigns him when they need results. And this time he’s at a posh ski resort in Switzerland looking for a Russian with a package.

Kira Semenov is desperate. No more spy games. She’s ready to check out any way she can after this assignment. Only quitting the FSB isn’t as simple as giving her two weeks’ notice. Not when she takes a lifetime of Russian secrets with her.

When John looks at Kira he sees more than a Russian with valuable intel. As his attraction grows, he realizes helping her defect is about more than politics. He’ll risk his career and his life to bring her to America and offer her the hope of a new future with him.

Can two fortysomething operatives break down the walls of distrust and help each other? Or will their instant attraction leave them vulnerable when the Russians try to exterminate their rogue asset?

Spy games hot enough to melt the alpine snow.

The Defector is a fast-paced, smart, and exciting prequel to the NEW Miami Private Security Series featuring two characters in their forties. Expect thrilling escapes, tangled sheets, and a surprising future for a jaded CIA agent and Russian spy with nothing left to live for as they try to evade a team of FSB commandos in beautiful St. Moritz.

Please note this book contains steamy scenes, violence, and the mention of suicide.
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  1. Book 1 of 4
    Miami Private Security
  2. Print length
    200 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    May 19, 2022
  5. File size
    5.6 MB
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From the Publisher

Miami Private Security Logo Over the Miami Skyline.
Cover of The Defector with Flames

“Who are you, John Smith?”

I sighed. Life was intruding.

“Is it that complicated of a question?”

“No, I guess not. I really am John Smith. A common man hiding in plain sight, trying to do the right thing.”

“There is nothing common about you. You’re a spy, yes?”

There was no way I could lie to her. After last night, it was the truth or nothing.

“I’m CIA.”

John & Kira’s Story

  • Protective Hero
  • Smart Heroine
  • Rescues & Escapes
  • Steamy Romance
  • Characters Over 40

Editorial Reviews

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"The Defector is one of the most well written books I have read recently. It has you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Very descriptive... Mrs. Donn is an excellent author. I can't wait to read the next book in the Miami Private Security series!" -Amorena, Goodreads

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"The storyline was great. The spice...chef's kiss...The attention to detail was awesome and the main characters relationship was amazing. Definitely recommend." -Erica Parviainen, Goodreads

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"Michelle writes the perfect amount of romance, danger and action sequences. The plots are engaging and the romance is potent without an overabundance of angst and misunderstandings between the two leads." -Ksarak Kent, Goodreads

From the Author

The Defector is the prequel to the Miami Private Security Series. Each book is a standalone novel with related charters and will feature a new couple. Readers can read the collection in any order, just keep an eye out for your favorite people, they will pop up when you least expect it. It is in the same world as the Protecting Love Series, and is a direct spinoff of Miami Reignited.

Miaim Private Security
♥ Prequel: The Defector
♥ Book 2 The Negotiator
♥ Book 3 The Criminal

The Protecting Love Series
♥ Book 1 Savannah Run: Eric Robb & Leia Stone
♥ Lone Star Revenge: A Protecting Love Novella
♥ Book 2 Chicago by Chance: Craig March & Katherine Ford
♥ Book 3 Palm Beach Bodyguard: Jackson King & Ava Barton
♥ Book 4 Las Vegas Risk: Harrison Woodhouse & Chevy Adams
♥ Book 5 Miami Reignited: Jared Heller & Lilly Rhodes
♥ Book 6 Omaha Heat: Rick Cabrera & Maggie Stewart

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09Z9M93FS
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 19, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5.6 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 200 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 4 ‏ : ‎ Miami Private Security
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 145 ratings

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Michelle Donn

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Michelle introduced herself to romance novels by stealing them off her mother’s bookshelf. She got caught red-handed when she destroyed a new book by dropping it in the bathtub before her mom could read it. From stolen paperbacks to an overloaded iPad, Michelle’s passion for reading grew into her debut contemporary romance novel: Savannah Run.

She has a bachelor’s degree from Southern Methodist University and has written a popular food blog for years. She recently relocated from Florida to South Carolina with her real-life prince charming, three dogs, and two horses. Most evenings, you will find, her enjoying a cocktail and working out the plot of her next book with her husband.

Cheers!

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  • Christina R
    5.0 out of 5 stars love John and Kira
    Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2022
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    John’s job is to get the package from the Russians, and what he gets is Kira. They go back to the hotel and play their roles. They get to know each other and their chemistry is off the charts. Danger is lurking around every corner. Great characters and storyline. Highly recommended. Amazing book. There are a lot of twists and turns. Very action pack and spicy. This is my first book by this author definitely not my last.
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  • SD lady
    4.0 out of 5 stars Short and adventurous
    Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2022
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    It was very short but to the point. Good plot great spice. I recommend it.
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  • Jill
    5.0 out of 5 stars Intrigue in Switzerland
    Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2023
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    This was a great spy story and pitted the US spy against a Russian asset along with billionaires and former mi6. Beauty and Mr bland are exciting characters you'll want to meet. Pick up your copy today!
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very exciting.
    Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2023
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    A twist and turn and a lot of edge of your seat thrill. Great characters. Really good read.
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  • Sandy M
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great spy thriller
    Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2023
    This was a great spy thriller with CIA operative John Smith and Russian asset Kira Semenov trying to escape being murdered by a Russian assassin. It has everything you'd want in a spy thriller - escaping from the assassins in a couple of different chases, hiding in a secret bar and a very good HEA.
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  • CallMeKeppy
    4.0 out of 5 stars Fun quick read!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2022
    Don’t we all love a HEA?!?! This quick read was so enjoyable. I loved reading about John and Kira. John is always hiding in the background but who wouldn’t with a name like John Smith. John is smart, sneaky and loves with his whole heart. Kira is brilliant, The gift she has i could only wish for. What starts as an assignment turns into two people who fall in love when they least expected it. Once they got together man did sparks fly! If you are looking for an enjoyable quick read with a great story and HEA, this is the book for you!!
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  • Bailey
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic start to the series.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2022
    ARC REVIEW:
    I wasn't ready for this, but here it is, a new series by Michelle Donn.
    This author is definitely an automatic purchase, period. I truly wasn't expecting a new book/series this soon. And it's probably because I was still in the honeymoon phase with Maggie and Rick who are probably my favorite Michelle Donn couple. They are the stars of the sixth book from Michelle's last works, The Protecting Love Series. I absolutely loved that series, so knowing that, I couldn't wait to meet The Defector stars, Kira and John.

    And just like in each of her previous books Michelle writes the perfect amount of romance, danger and action sequences. The plots are engaging and the romance is potent without an overabundance of angst and misunderstandings between the two leads.
    This was a quick read and a damn fantastic start to the series. With Kira and John kicking the series off and being the base characters, I know we'll be in for a treat with the forthcoming books. I can't wait to meet new characters while continuing Kira and John's story because they just have so much left. Fantastic start to the series.
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  • debbie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic start to this series!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2022
    This is a fantastic start to this series! Fast paced and action packed who would have thought it that a CIA agent and Russian spy could come together? This is thrilling, gripping and so very exciting as we follow them on their journey filled with romance, danger and drama. The storyline will have you on the edge of your seat and the characters sizzling chemistry definitely steams up the pages. An intense and intriguing read and I look forward to where the author takes us next.
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