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Protecting Haley (Tranquility Bay Ranch Book 1) Kindle Edition

4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 277 ratings

"Derek is a man that every woman wants. Sexy, battle-scarred and knows how to ride. I can’t stop thinking about what it would be like for him to ride me instead of his horses. With my clock quickly ticking down, I’m about to scoop me up a cowboy and show him how I ride."

HALEY
I never thought I would feel safe again…

I had gotten used to hiding and moving from one small town to the next. Living out of my car or small studio apartments, always ready to leave when he found me again. Working at Tranquility Bay Ranch was only supposed to be another temporary stop. But a horse ranch with military veterans working there gave me a sense of security. But when I’m discovered, I know my time is limited so I plan on making the most of it.

DEREK
I know she’s hiding something…

Haley is a woman of mystery. She never reveals anything personal to anyone and it’s driving me crazy. All I needed was some time alone with her outside of the office and dinner at my place is the perfect opportunity. When she offers herself up for dessert, how could I say no? With her smooth skin and curves all mine for the taking, I’m not about to let her slip away. Only her past has come calling and the only thing standing in the way of her dying is me and my men. I finally got a taste of her and I’m not about to let her go now.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B089NX2L6W
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (June 3, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 3, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.4 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 44 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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"Quick read, yet fully detailed and interesting with a bit of dramatic excitement. I just wish there had been more to it than the 38 pages...." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2020
    This is the first time I have read anything by this author. I look forward to reading more of her books. The characters and storyline flow smoothly.

    Haley has been in the foster care system since she was fourteen. She aged out of this system and has been running every since. Derek owns a ranch thats employs only ex-military. All of them suffer from PTSD in various stages. Haley works for Derek in the office of his ranch and she enjoys it very much. These men come to the rescue. This is an awesome book and a few spots of drama. If you want to know what happens to the ranch, Haley, Derek and his men give this book a try.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2020
    Quick read, yet fully detailed and interesting with a bit of dramatic excitement. I just wish there had been more to it than the 38 pages.

    Haley thought she was finally safe, working a job she loved  on a horse ranch with plenty of rescue animals.  But then her past shows up to terrorize her and put her friends in danger.

    Derek's ranch for misfit animals and retired military men who all experience some form of PTSD is his dream come true. He loves being able to offer both men and animals a second chance. He's also a bit taken with his new receptionist, but when danger comes knocking Derek and his ranch hands will put their military expertise to good work to protect Haley.
  • Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2020
    Haley ran from her abusive foster father as soon as she could. Portraying himself as her boyfriend and controlling her since she was 14, he is still chasing her two years later. Derek runs a ranch that hires only ex-military with PTSD and other problems stemming from their service. Haley goes to work there as a general helper and quickly falls in love with the place. As Derek and Haley grow closer, Haley’s past shows up. It’s a short story but the characters are well drawn and the setting is interesting for future stories. I received an advance copy of this book and voluntarily left a review.
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2020
    It's an OK story, but I have a problem with the term "boyfriend" being used to describe a 33-year-old foster father who has sex with his 14-year-old foster daughter. He's a pedophile, a child-abuser, a rapist, but not a boyfriend. I think her new boyfriend could have said a little more to that effect. The whole story is way too short to deal with a subject that is much more emotionally complex than this fluffy little story makes it.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2020
    This is a really great short story. Derek is a former Navy SEAL, who was injured during active duty. His best friend Clay, was the only other team member to survive. Derek owns a horse farm and hires former veterans who need help to adjust to society. Haley is a wonderful person who has been on the run for 2 years from her ex, a pedophile.
    Dereck has feelings for Haely and knows she is in trouble. When trouble finds her at the ranch, not only does Dereck protect her but also all the other veterans on the farm help to protect her. Haley feels like part of their military family and is in love wit Dereck. I read this story in one sitting. I received a copy of this book for a honest review.
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2020
    Although I couldn't help feeling that there was so much more that could have been done with this story, I'm not complaining. For a short story it covered most of the basis and was very enjoyable. Character development was good and the plot flew right along.
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2020
    Protecting Haley is a roller coaster ride. A romance novel about ex-military men and a girl on the run. It has the mystery, compassion, and the perfect dash of steam. The main characters are interesting, intriguing, and compassionate. Derek is perfectly crafted, the ideal man a girl would want, honest, humble, caring yet strong and sexy. There are good buildups in the books and climaxes that keep you hooked. The most interesting character is Clay, he struggles with his past but there is much beneath the surface and a lot to learn about him. Definitely recommend for a quick and thrilling read.
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2020
    I liked the characters in the book, Derek the owner of Tranquility Bay Ranch, a wounded warrior himself hired former military members to work on his ranch giving them a safe place to transition to civilian life. He takes in animals from shelters that are to full to save them from being put down. Giving them the time they need to find a home. Hailey was hired as his secretary to help with all the paperwork. She has been on the run for two years from her ex boyfriend Damien who wants her dead because she left him. Derek and his friends want to keep her safe from harm so she doesn't have to run anymore. I like that the author let's you see the vulnerable side of these warriors and the mental scars that was leaves behind. How having a team and a safe place to face these scars can help them heal while helping animals at the same time.

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  • Anne M
    5.0 out of 5 stars Realistic everyday happening
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 18, 2020
    I received a free copy of this book and am delighted to give a honest review. This book is so in tune with what can and is happening to abused women. the story revolves around Haley who was abused from an early age by a older single man. Haley has been on the run from him for 2 years, constantly moving. He catches up with her ,but has met his match when 5 ex seals protect her.
  • Rosemarie Haley
    5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable Read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 16, 2020
    This is my first book by this author and it won't be my last.Although it was a short story it kept my interest from page one to the last.Looking forward to reading more of her book's.

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