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The Hero I Need: A Small Town Romance (Knights of Dallas Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Nicole Snow (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 6,399 ratings
Wall Street Journal bestselling author Nicole Snow returns with a hilariously intense small-town love story where two star-crossed hearts and one snarly tiger ignite a romance up-roar.

He knew I was trouble the instant I showed up with a stolen Bengal tiger.
But Grady McKnight didn't flinch like a sane person—he took us in.
Bruce the tiger found shelter. I met a hero grump. And Grady got a hot mess.
Namely, me.
Born-to-sizzle single dads and rogue zoologists don't play nice.

So freaking what if I said I'm his nanny?
We needed a story when his two sweet daughters barged in.
Hiding a contraband tiger isn't easy.
Neither is pretending he isn't sending my pulse to pitter-patter heaven.

Cupid, you sneaky little nugget.
There's only room for one hulking, growly, mesmerizing beast in my life.
I don't belong at warm family dinners, or in the fortress of his arms.
Saving Bruce is my mission—not falling in love.

This won't end well.
The longer I stay, the more he grins.
Walls come crashing down.
And my heart becomes willing prey for his carnivorous eyes.
I must resist Grady flipping McKnight.
Even if a scared, aching part of me knows I'm already his.
Even if I know he's the hero I need...

Full-length romance thriller with the growliest Happily Ever After. It's claws and effect when a wounded single dad saves a firestarter—along with her tiger, his girls, and his own beat-up heart.
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    Knights of Dallas
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Praise for The Hero I Need:

"I was so invested in this story that I forgot I actually wasn't really there! Hot, emotional, and hard to put down." -Lisa, Reviewer

"To say I loved Willow and Grady's story in The Hero I Need would be the understatement of the year..." -Andrea, Reviewer

"I'm not sure what growly beast I loved more, Grady McKnight or Bruce the Bengal Tiger. This story has fast paced suspense, humor and enough heat between Grady and Willow to start a bonfire." -Linda, Reviewer

"This book had me falling hard for Grady and his two girls, having a total girl crush on Willow, and wanting a freaking tiger of my own." -GA Books LoverX, Reviewer

"This author is the undisputed queen of the descriptive phrase, rendering each and every sentence a joy to read. She infuses so much emotion in even the simplest terms, while making each character so real that it's easy to forget it's fiction." - Viper, Reviewer

"There are powerful emotional currents, life lessons, and wisdom that you might not expect to find. Plus, the passionate scenes are enough to fog up your eyeglasses...wow." -Denise, Reviewer

About the Author

Nicole Snow started writing fiction to escape the boring drudgery of a desk job. Today, she writes about powerful alpha males and irresistible bad boys, serving up some of the hottest romance on the shelves. Her many books include Stepbrother Charming, Love Scars, Recklessly His, and the Grizzlies MC Romance series.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08TLVBHFK
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ice Lips Press
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 20, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.3 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 424 pages
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  • Book 3 of 4 ‏ : ‎ Knights of Dallas
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Nicole Snow is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author. She found her love of writing by hashing out love scenes on lunch breaks and plotting her great escape from boardrooms. Her work roared onto the indie romance scene in 2014 with her Grizzlies MC series.

Since then Snow aims for the very best in growly, heart-of-gold alpha heroes, unbelievable suspense, and swoon storms aplenty. With over a million books sold, she lives for the joy of making two people fight with every bit of their soul for a Happily Ever After.

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Customers find this romance book engaging from the first page, with a plot that draws readers in and keeps them captivated throughout. They appreciate the well-written story, with one customer noting it can be read as a standalone. The book features steamy love scenes and lots of heat, while customers particularly enjoy the adorable characters, especially Brady's girls. They find the book entertaining and romantic, with one review highlighting how the characters work well together.

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57 customers mention "Story quality"57 positive0 negative

Customers find the book's story engaging and suspenseful, keeping them captivated throughout and delivering excitement from the first page to the exciting ending.

"I’ve loved this whole series so much different stories than so many others I’ve read...." Read more

"...I just love this story and could not put it down... Great job! I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book." Read more

"...I LOVE this series! Another well-written, fast-paced suspenseful and wonderfully steamy book...." Read more

"...A nonstop adventure with Bruce, the tiger, and the local crew, and a plot to beat the evil traffickers. So much fun!" Read more

39 customers mention "Readability"35 positive4 negative

Customers find the book well written, with one customer noting it can be read as a standalone.

"...I LOVE this series! Another well-written, fast-paced suspenseful and wonderfully steamy book...." Read more

"This is absolutely an amazing read. The whole series is full of adventure, scary adversaries, and lots of hot love. I have really enjoyed it." Read more

"...Ms Snow is a great writer. I look forward to reading more of her series. Book quotes:..." Read more

"...Great characters, well written and entertaining storyline that will have you mesmerized with their journey of finding love unexpectedly...." Read more

32 customers mention "Romance"32 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, particularly the steamy love scenes and great love story, with one customer noting how the characters melt their heart with their gentle giant self.

"...I absolutely love Grady and Willow’s story (not to mention the gorgeous hunk on the cover 😊)...." Read more

"...But back to the humans. This story just wraps you in suspense, blooming love and mixing families up (like it should be, filled with love)...." Read more

"...She is humble, selfless, understanding, and loving...just what the McKnight family needed...." Read more

"...I especially liked the lady's intensity, and dedication to a cause larger than herself. And of course Bruce the sleepy tiger!..." Read more

31 customers mention "Humor"31 positive0 negative

Customers find the book humorous and entertaining, with several mentioning it will make them laugh.

"...They keep me enthralled and feeling so wonderful I don’t want it to stop" Read more

"...She exhibits panache well-thought-out plots and exciting places. I enjoyed the book very much." Read more

"...So much fun!" Read more

"...Grady fights it, while Willow wants to jump in! It is fun to see them struggle...." Read more

30 customers mention "Character development"30 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one customer particularly noting the lovable tiger named Bruce.

"I really liked the story line with this one! I liked the characters the story development...." Read more

"...The characters were well developed and the story kept me turning the pages to find out what would happen next. Didn’t want to put it down...." Read more

"...She writes well with suspenseful storylines and wonderful characters. As soon as I started this book I knew I would have a hard time putting it down...." Read more

"...usual she provides the perfect mix of a suspenseful story; charming supporting characters; handsome, trustworthy heroes, and likable heroines...." Read more

19 customers mention "Romantic content"19 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romantic content of the book, describing it as sweet and adorable, particularly praising Brady's girls.

"...(not to mention the gorgeous hunk on the cover 😊)...." Read more

"...It's a beautiful, suspenseful story with a bit of steam to entertain you for an evening or two. Easily more than a 5 star read! *..." Read more

"...perfect mix of a suspenseful story; charming supporting characters; handsome, trustworthy heroes, and likable heroines...." Read more

"...She brings chaos and danger and o so much love. Funny, sexy, with good friends and cute kidz and don't forget the orange (not so small) furball..." Read more

12 customers mention "Steamy content"12 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the steamy content of the book, with lots of heat and love throughout.

"...How sweet it is! Wow, just wow, another great steamy and alluring story from Dallas, ND...." Read more

"...🔥💕🔥💕HOT, EMOTIONAL AND HARD TO PUT DOWN 💕🔥💕🔥 SO FREAKING GOOD ! ! ! AN ABSOLUTE MUST READ ! ! !..." Read more

"...The whole series is full of adventure, scary adversaries, and lots of hot love. I have really enjoyed it." Read more

"...This book will have you laughing, shedding tears and fanning yourself (because let’s be honest the chemistry between these two is hot, Hot, HOT)!..." Read more

9 customers mention "Workability"9 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate how the characters work together in the book, with one customer noting how well they complement each other.

"...I just love this story and could not put it down... Great job! I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book." Read more

"...men...but I don't know if there'd be any left for me, she pairs them off so well! ;-)" Read more

"...The heroine Willow is courageous and determined. They fell in love rescuing Bruce the Bengal tiger. I cheered in the end." Read more

"...Grady and Willow are freaking adorable and worked so well together...." Read more

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  • mombly
    5.0 out of 5 stars my fav so far!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2025
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    I’ve loved this whole series so much different stories than so many others I’ve read. They keep me enthralled and feeling so wonderful I don’t want it to stop
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  • Peaceasteel
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Grady Bunch!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2021
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    Willow is not your average woman. I mean she loooooves the big cats! No need to worry she has a passion for the big cats honest. Willow has grown up with everything yet needing everything. With a father who is highly regarded and an expert in his field Willow has traveled the world with her father watching, learning and working with him nurturing her respect for the animal world but a passion for the big kitties specifically. Although Willow was not always able to travel with her father she was under the care of nannies and house staff to make sure that she was getting her education and living the life of a normal young girl... but Willow isn't average. Now an adult, and well educated.. heading towards her PhD, Willow is well on her way to making her own mark in the animal world.

    When Willow meets Bruce her heart melts and she is in love. When she notices that things are not as they should be it raises flags for Willow and she takes into account Bruce and his safety... and she is willing to do anything to save him. Little did she know how and who would help her save her beloved Bruce. Can she survive the hotness that is Grady and his girls? There is a whole world waiting for her but will Willow be able to leave the comfort of Dallas or will the call of the wild claim her heart?

    Grady is shaken when he sees Willow with the big cat. It's not just that she has him but that she also treats him like he's a little kitty. Bruce has had his own challenges with life and it has left him cold to love in and relationships but would lay down his life for his twin daughters. Grady has seen his share of the bad side of humanity and the beauty. As a man serving his country Grady has seen the good the bad and the ugly and when it came time for him to reup Grady decided it was time to return him and finally restore the family home left to him. Five years ago Grady lost the beauty of his life ... his wife but she left him with two humans who carry his heart everywhere they go his twin daughters. To secure his family Grady invested in his community and decided to breathe new life into a local bar, The Den, and turn it into something that families can enjoy but still remain a place where the adults can go to relax and unwind... and he has been successful at it but the night he met Willow turns his world upside down with a big cat to boot. Everything was safe and predictable... will Grady be able to stand his ground and stay single forever or will the temptation be too strong to resist hurricane Willow???

    I just love this story and could not put it down... Great job!

    I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Addictive
    Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2025
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    Ms. Snow is one of my favorite writers. She exhibits panache well-thought-out plots and exciting places. I enjoyed the book very much.
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  • Linda Reads
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ms. Snow can slay the reader with her ways of deliciously arousing our H and h
    Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2021
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    And we get to witness their fight for passion-sanity while all the while knowing they will cave. How sweet it is! Wow, just wow, another great steamy and alluring story from Dallas, ND. Grady’s friends are getting hitched right and left but he couldn’t fall for another woman in this life time. He lost his heart when he watched his wife die a slow agonizing death five years before. He won’t go through that again. No. Not him. Until he helps a little slip of a woman, Willow Macklin, Zoologist and kidnapper of one huge Bengal tiger, Bruce. Willow stole Bruce because her employers were running an exotic animal trafficking company under the guise of an animal rescue. With Dallas filled to brimming with hunky smart former military (or something😉) guys, Willow and Bruce will be safe. Won’t they? Oh. My. Word. I love it when the man fights the good fight to avoid falling in lust with his woman. All to no avail. Ah…the delicious tension! This 36yo giant of a man, widower, father of twin girls falls hard for 24yo Willow and she for him. But first can they avoid the “bad guys”? Is there a hint of foreshadowing? Will the Fosses be brought to justice? Just when you think you know the direction Ms. Snow will go…Boom…there is a twist. Parts will rip your heart out while others will cause a fist-pump and maybe a bit of Hallelujah Chorus!
    I LOVE this series! Another well-written, fast-paced suspenseful and wonderfully steamy book. Also enjoy playing “Where’s Waldo” with her characters from other books showing up. Can you find them all? Will it be Hanks turn next, Weston or maybe Grady’s long-lost brother? I volunteered to review an ARC of this book and it gets a minimum of 5 lusty loving stars.
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  • Terri Eaches
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cupid Wears Tiger Stripes 🔥❤❤❤🔥
    Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2021
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    Grady has witnessed his friends fighting off bad guys for the women they've fallen hard for... hell he's even held them. Good for them, he'll not go through the pain of losing someone he loves again and he'll do anything to protect his twin daughters of the same thing. He just never thought he'd he tempted by a sprite of a woman with stolen cargo. Willow Macklin is a zoologist working at a "rescue" facility for big cats. Something doesn't add up at the sanctuary, animals appear and disappear, injured, her name appears in paperwork she never signed and the owners may make your skin crawl. Kidnapping Bruce the night Bengal Tiger may not he the smartest thing to do but she couldn't let has fate rest in the Fosse's hands. One night of helping a beautiful stranded woman with a stolen tiger tests all of Brady's restraints and willpower. Now Grady is the one asking his friends for help fighting the bad guys for the woman that has the power to tame a grumpy beast. Grady isn't the only one to fall under Willow's spell, the twins Avery and Sawyer form a bond with Willow that will melt your heart and of course she is the only one to calm the mighty Bruce. When the Fosse's try to claim what they feel is theirs and make Willow pay for her interference it's balls to the wall to save her. Who knew Grady isn't the only grumpy beast hell bent in saving Willow. What happens after the striking hour?? Can Willow save Bruce? Will Grady give in to the risk off loving again?? Ohhhh myyyyyy!!! Nicole Snow has the talent to transport you into the lives of her characters starting with a few words until you're gasping for more. Always looking forward to a new story from Nicole!! I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book and purchased a copy for my favorites collection.
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  • melinda swaine
    5.0 out of 5 stars This author is an auto buy, must read and everything else because every time I pick up her books I know I’m in for a phenomenal reading treat. Every. Single. Time. So much so that I don't even bother with the blurb when a new book comes out!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 25, 2021
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    Nicole Snow, you are one of my FAVORITE AUTHORS!! Nicole hasn't written a book I haven't liked. One of my favorite things about this author is her ability to come up with fresh ideas. I have read so many of her series and every single time I open a book it is going to be different situations and a fresh new take. The things they always have in common is a swoony hot sexy hero who you can’t help but fall in love with, a strong heroine who keeps these swoony hot sexy hero’s on the toes, with a perfect of danger and action that has you coming back for more, plenty of the feels the whole way through the story, and some fantastic romance and chemistry. What more could you ask for. I hope you get just as excited as I did reading this book. It’s a suspenseful romance that will keep you on your toes and give you the swoony moments you love. With so many sweet moments too and a fantastic happily ever after. It’s down right steamy in some parts as well as having me wipe tears in others parts as you cannot help but become invested in these characters. That’s how much this author is an auto buy, must read and everything else because every time I pick up her books I know I’m in for a phenomenal reading treat. Every. Single. Time. So much so that I don't even bother with the blurb when a new book comes out! So what more can I say other than, what are you waiting for, go grab your copy today!! You def don’t want to miss out on this book, series and author. Happy reading everyone!!
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Read Loved it!
    Reviewed in Australia on January 24, 2021
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    It was too difficult to put this book down. The action, the past love and challenges people had to work through. Loved it.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting
    Reviewed in Canada on May 4, 2021
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    Loved learning about exotic animals. Happy Willow got to protect and eventually keep Bruce, also many other animals. Would have liked to hear about their honeymoon. Hope to hear something about his nephew. Also love that you involve everyone from othe stories, feel like we know them!
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  • L beaver
    5.0 out of 5 stars Well written with all the drama, sex and fun that is needed in a good book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 2, 2022
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    Grady meets Willow as he leaves his bar for the night. Her car with a trailer has broken down and being the guy that he is he sees if he can help. When he discovers a Bengal tiger in the back Willow has a lot of explaining to do. He still helps though. He has a huge secure barn on his property that they get Bruce into and Willow agrees to stay even though she knows danger is following her. She is a zoologist and has found out the people she was working for are killing exotic animals for money and she has stolen the beautiful tiger. Grady cant believe the trouble she is in but helps her and at the same time starts to enjoy the company of the very vibrant sexy lady. He is a widower having lost his wife five years ago and he has twin 10year olds. Willow settles in as Grady gets friends together to help. Danger is around the corner and so is the very big attraction he has to her. There are some well written sex scenes and the plot is strong. The author tells good stories.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars awesome story line.
    Reviewed in Canada on September 13, 2021
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    Nicole brings it again with an amazing story with action, love and an amazing cast of characters, including a four legged hero who steals your heart..can’t wait for the next one!
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