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Born To Protect (Elite Force Security Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Christina Tetreault (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 3,932 ratings
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Sixteen years ago, he disappeared from her life. Now, he’s the only one who can protect her.

Today he’s a member of Elite Force Security, but sixteen years ago he belonged to one of the wealthiest families in Connecticut. After his father’s conviction for investment fraud, Connor Anderson left behind his privileged life and everyone associated with it, including Becca André. All that changes the morning she sits down next to him inside a busy D.C. café and asks him to lunch.

For the past four years, Becca has worked in Washington, D.C., where the greatest physical threat she faces each day is a paper cut. However, everything changes when Becca’s stepsister goes missing and someone tries to kidnap her. Now, the only person she can rely on is her long-ago summer fling, Connor. A man she never forgot and the one she’s falling in love with again.
Despite the women who’ve passed through his life, Becca is the only one Connor’s ever truly cared about. And he’ll do anything to keep her safe. But will it be enough?

Born To Protect is the first book in USA Today best selling author Christina Tetreault's Elite Force Security series. While it can easily be read as a standalone story, you'll likely enjoy reading the other books, too.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07D4M49GP
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Christina Tetreault (July 24, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 24, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.9 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 222 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 3,932 ratings

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USA Today Best Selling author Christina Tetreault started writing at the age of 10 on her grandmother's manual typewriter and never stopped. Born and raised in Lincoln, Rhode Island, she lives in New Hampshire with her husband, three teenage daughters, and two rescue dogs. When she's not driving her daughters around to their various activities or volunteering at the local animal shelter, she is working on a story or reading a romance novel. Currently, she has three series out, The Sherbrookes of Newport, Love on The North Shore, and Elite Force Security. You can visit her website www.christinatetreault.com or follow her on Facebook to learn more about her characters and track her progress on current writing projects.

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Customers enjoy the book's suspenseful plot and action-filled story. They find it an engaging read with wonderful characters and strong female protagonists. The pacing is described as fast and holds their interest until the end. Readers appreciate the well-written writing style and the beginning of a new series. The book keeps their attention from start to finish with plenty of twists and turns.

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88 customers mention "Suspense"77 positive11 negative

Customers find the book has a good plot and romance. They describe it as an action-packed story that keeps them on the edge of their seats. The story has interesting twists and believable possibilities.

"...And this time it's Becca that needs protection. I just loved this story!..." Read more

"...This one didn’t disappoint. The plot kept you guessing. The characters were real. The suspense good. Well worth the read." Read more

"...Elite Force was very suspenseful. I love how you don’t make your character’s love scenes the main show. Its refreshing...." Read more

"This story had me from the first page. Besides a good mystery it was also a great love story. Two people who shared a past rekindled their love...." Read more

56 customers mention "Readability"56 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's readability. They find it engaging and difficult to put down. Many consider it a must-read, with an engaging plot that keeps readers hooked. Readers also mention it's pleasant to read in the evenings.

"...is real, the characters are well-developed and readers are hooked in by the first page...." Read more

"...The characters were real. The suspense good. Well worth the read." Read more

"Loved it. Christina you’re very talented. Hate the way you cut the stories off, but I see why you do it, so I accept the premise...." Read more

"...Two people who shared a past rekindled their love. Great read!" Read more

30 customers mention "Character development"28 positive2 negative

Customers enjoy the characters and plot. They appreciate the strong female character who holds her own in difficult situations. The military hero is appealing to readers.

"...with Ms Tetreault's other series, her writing is real, the characters are well-developed and readers are hooked in by the first page...." Read more

"...This one didn’t disappoint. The plot kept you guessing. The characters were real. The suspense good. Well worth the read." Read more

"...Born to Protect has a hot military hero, lots of suspense and adventure...." Read more

"...Ms. Tetreault has a way with creating believable characters and Connor Anderson ,the hero of Born to Protect, I can imagine what it would be like to..." Read more

18 customers mention "Pacing"13 positive5 negative

Customers enjoy the book's fast pace. They say it holds their interest from the first page and holds on to the end. The character is strong and handles difficult situations well.

"...book to recommend to friends if the enjoy suspense, danger, fast paced action with a bunch of hot guys thrown in...." Read more

"...You will enjoy this fast reading book." Read more

"...Nice paced book and I enjoy it" Read more

"...No cheating, no cliffhanger, HEA, some romance and no spice. (ljb)" Read more

13 customers mention "Security"13 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's security setting. They find it engaging with its hot security guys and villains. The story includes intrigue, danger, steamy chemistry, and love.

"...I just loved this story! I loved the links between Born to Protect and the Sherbrookes, we first met Connor briefly in Allison Sherbrooke's story,..." Read more

"This is a great book to recommend to friends if the enjoy suspense, danger, fast paced action with a bunch of hot guys thrown in...." Read more

"...author for me and this book, Born to Protect, is page turning, hot security guys, and bad guys are a great combination...." Read more

"I really enjoyed reading Born to Protect. Connor and Becca, reunited fifteen years later...." Read more

13 customers mention "Writing quality"13 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing quality. They find it well-written and easy to read.

"...As with Ms Tetreault's other series, her writing is real, the characters are well-developed and readers are hooked in by the first page...." Read more

"...Otherwise, good writing...." Read more

"...It pulls you in and holds on for the duration. I love Christina's writing. Look forward to Elite Force Security book 2." Read more

"...Loved the story and was an easy read. This series and the one it is a spinoff from are great." Read more

11 customers mention "Start date"11 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the start of the series. They find it a good beginning and look forward to reading the others in the series.

"First book in the series. Connor Anderson works for Elite Force. While in a cafe he meets someone who he use to go to high school with...." Read more

"Wonderful New series💕Becca and Connor are great new characters that show even though many years pass, and difficult relatives and their evil..." Read more

"...I highly recommend this exciting beginning to the new series." Read more

"...This series and the one it is a spinoff from are great." Read more

3 customers mention "Attention span"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's engaging plot with twists and turns that keep them hooked from start to finish. The characters are well-developed and the story keeps readers turning the pages until the end.

"...is a new author for me and this book, Born to Protect, is page turning, hot security guys, and bad guys are a great combination...." Read more

"I really enjoyed Tetrealt's "Born to Protect". It keeps your attention from the beginning...." Read more

"Excellent well-written book with plenty of twists and turns to keep your attention. Good interacting characters!" Read more

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  • Tammy's Timeout
    5.0 out of 5 stars A new Christina Tetreault series to enjoy
    Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2018
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    I'm a fan of Ms Tetreault's books, having discovered her writing with The Sherbrookes of Newport series (seriously check these out, I highly recommend) and now, new and old fans alike can sink their teeth into a new series by Christina.

    Born to Protect tells the story of Connor Anderson and Becca Andre, friends that could've been more way back in their high school years. Scandal struck Connor and his family during the summer of his graduating year and he has never been back to his home town again. He runs into Becca again some years later and they get to know one another ... Just as drama is erupting into Becca's world. Enter Elite Force Security, where Connor and his team mates work hard to protect the civilians entrusted into their care. And this time it's Becca that needs protection.

    I just loved this story! I loved the links between Born to Protect and the Sherbrookes, we first met Connor briefly in Allison Sherbrooke's story, and she and her family are mentioned a few times. As with Ms Tetreault's other series, her writing is real, the characters are well-developed and readers are hooked in by the first page. I really look forward to reading this series as it progresses, who will have their story told next? I can't wait!

    Born to Protect is a must read for all lovers of contemporary romance, and is recommended highly by this book-loving reader!
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  • Barbara
    4.0 out of 5 stars Connor and Becca
    Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2023
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    I always enjoy stories of elite forces, their capabilities and the situations they encounter. This one didn’t disappoint. The plot kept you guessing. The characters were real. The suspense good. Well worth the read.
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  • DMH
    5.0 out of 5 stars Elite Force
    Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2024
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    Loved it. Christina you’re very talented. Hate the way you cut the stories off, but I see why you do it, so I accept the premise. Elite Force was very suspenseful. I love how you don’t make your character’s love scenes the main show. Its refreshing.

    My favorite wedding. Was Curt’s and Pricilla’s. Tried to leave a message on your website, but you have a problem with your contact page.

    Thank you for entertaining us.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great thriller
    Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2024
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    This story had me from the first page. Besides a good mystery it was also a great love story. Two people who shared a past rekindled their love. Great read!
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  • NavyWave62
    3.0 out of 5 stars CLEAN STORY - SOME UNANSWERED QUESTIONS
    Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2020
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    First story by this author and it was enjoyable. This is a clean story with only a few passionate kisses. I just didn't feel a connection to the couple.

    There is some suspense but we are left to figure out why all these people became involved in a plot. None of that was answered.

    I thought the team was somewhat lax in not checking for bugs at anytime during this story.

    No cheating, no cliffhanger, HEA, some romance and no spice. (ljb)
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Judy H
    4.0 out of 5 stars nicely done
    Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2023
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    I appreciated the rapid change between POV but thought there was something missing. Maybe I’ve been reading too many romance books but it was pretty light in the romance department but overall the story line was good.
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  • Jane Jones
    5.0 out of 5 stars Born to Protect ~ Elite Force Security ~ Book 1
    Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2022
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    In "Born to Protect ~ Elite Force Security ~ Book 1" Becca André ran into Connor Anderson in a coffee shop after he left his home town at the end of the summer after they graduated from high school.

    He is now a member of Elite Force Security group. Becca's stepsister goes missing and things quickly change when a kidnapper makes an attempt on Becca. Connor group is called in to help and she becomes his priority to protect her.

    Born to Protect has a hot military hero, lots of suspense and adventure. I read it in less than a day and enjoyed it and look forward to more books in the series.
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  • Annette
    5.0 out of 5 stars Murder, Mystery, Love
    Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2025
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    A great story with all of the above. Nice, cold day, by the fire, hot chocolate drinking kind of book!
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great story
    Reviewed in Canada on April 13, 2023
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    I loved this book for many reasons. 1 It was not all about getting dirty. 2 Action from the beginning to the end. They could make this into a movie.

    I will read the other books in the series. I'm looking forward to Mad Dogs' story!
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  • RuthG
    5.0 out of 5 stars Super protectors!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 12, 2021
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    All you’d expect from a good romantic suspense story. Intrigue, suspense, hot romance & even hotter guys. Not to forget the kick-ass heroine, and mad dog!
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  • Readington
    2.0 out of 5 stars Meh....
    Reviewed in India on April 11, 2020
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    The book lacked soul, character, depth of emotions or a valid story line.
    I started this book with high hopes but was sorely disappointed.

    Would give this series a complete miss.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great protection
    Reviewed in Australia on October 1, 2018
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    I was extremely happy to read a love and protection book that did not go into graphic sex scenes. I loved that the two main characters played this roles well and would recommend this book, especially to young women so that they can register in their minds and bodies how important feelings are in the prevention of horrible happenings. Too many naive women these days play very uncertain roles in their own lives and cannot handle situations. Seeking help is paramount! The protector in this story is wise beyond years. This may not be the premise of writing this story but it sure speaks to me in that way
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  • Goldfinger
    4.0 out of 5 stars A little rushed
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 3, 2021
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    This story was a little slow in getting going but was very readable. The ending, however, seemed rushed and sentences seemed to be missing.
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