Protecting the Heiress (The Heiress Duet #1) by Nana Malone

Review by Sasha Kobylinski

The best word to describe Protecting the Heir by Nana Malone is straight up sexy. Not only is the story intriguing right from the start, but the writing style that the author brings with her own voice. There is such a captivating way to Malone’s writing that it lulls the reader into an ease and desperate need to get more. It truly is a crack-like story. I found myself ripping through the pages not only to find out what was going to happen next but to just keep reading. I was almost more disappointed when I finished the book because I didn’t want the writing to stop. Malone draws in a lot of her previous characters and stories, making them all interconnected, but in a way that doesn’t require the reader to have past knowledge of her work. For the readers that are familiar with this author, it’s a fun little surprise and could make other stories more thought-provoking as well. Jax Reynolds is a trained professional. His job is to protect important people from the worst possible scenarios that might be presented to them. Gunfire, death threats and everything in between was what he was trained for. His next assignment may be the hardest one yet, Manny. Not the job that he would’ve picked if give n the choice but with the baby being a newly orphaned heiress, how can he refuse. Along with her comes her guardian, Neela, who was nowhere near prepared to suddenly become a mother and a mother to a royal child none the less. As reluctant as she was to let Jax into her and the baby’s new life, he stopped the constant crying and Neela was sold. Both are broken characters who have faced their share of hardship and have chosen life paths that few would follow. These two characters develop a chemistry that is found when two lost souls connect. I’m officially hooked and can’t wait to get my hands on the second book. Nana, please for the love of all good things in the world, write as fast as you can. I loved watching the characters’ slip into these paternal/maternal roles when danger struck, but also fear for their partner. The tension created from all the outside forces created the perfect storm. When first presented in the novel, the reader can tell from the beginning that Neela and Jax are going to fit together so perfectly. Which just adds to the stress and anxiety of waiting and watching them do everything wrong until they get together. Throw in an adorable baby Mayzie and this make-shift family will give you the full on, real family feels. ***ARC received in exchange for an honest review.*** Release Date: March 19th 2018

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