I have really been enjoying Harlequin Intrigue books lately and this one did not disappoint. This one could be a stand alone book because I really liked it and I did not know it was the last book in the series. This book was unique because both of the characters are a bit older. They have both lost a spouse and just have a little bit of that life experience that comes out in the details of the story. There is not a lot of over the top romance drama. The drama comes in the form of the mystery suspense woven into the plot.

If you are looking for a hot cop story, then you have found your book. Thomas, the main character, and his whole family are involved in law enforcement. Jane, our heroine, is a nurse who is in WITSEC and she is trying to protect herself and those around her. Clearly, she has experienced a tragedy or she would not be in WITSEC.

It’s a sweet, flirty romance. Thomas and Jane want each other, but they are mature enough not to jump into anything and they both carry some baggage. Thomas is afraid that he is too old for Jane, but she does not even consider the age difference. I just think a hot romance is what most readers are looking for (I definitely am!)

I like the setting. I don’t really know much about Kansas City, so I feel like the details in the setting made me a bit more familiar with areas that I have never been too. This book is a fast paced suspense story with a bit of romance.

Having read all the Watson family stories, I was happy to see the family patriarch, Thomas, get his own story. Thomas had been a widower for many years. Jane was also widowed but more recently. Jane does everything she can to avoid relationships of any kind. As a witness to her husband's murder and the only person able to provide identifying details about the serial killer, she is under federal protection. Her life isn't her own, and neither is her name. Thomas knows none of this, but he does know how private she is. When they come under attack, each tries to take the blame, Thomas because of the ongoing danger that has stalked his family, and Jane due to the killer tracking her. Once Thomas and his family discover the truth, nothing will stop them from rallying around Jane. She is one of them, and they protect their own. In the meantime, Jane and Thomas surrender to the chemistry between them. Their love story is sweet as is the family support they receive. As for the suspense, there are several possible suspects, any of whom would be believable. It made for an interesting mystery.

Net Galley provided an ARC for honest review.

Jane is under the witness protection and currently working at as a nurse for Detective Thomas's father. In the meantime Thomas can find can try to find the people responsible for the shoot out at his daughters wedding. When a series of accident occur Jane is worried she is found by the badge man. The cop killer and her late husband was a victim and she managed to be the only surviving person to see him alive.

I really enjoyed this book. In case you didn't know it's connected to a series, this book is the fourth. I'm currently looking at the list now and it looks like I've previously read 2 of the others books but have missed the third so I'll have to remedy that after writing this review. Anyways if you are a fan of interesting characters, plenty of actions that has a bit of twist and turns, and throw in a little steam then you'll this book. (It's that way for the previous books as well. I really do recommend you check out those books before you read this even if its a stand alone.) I loved the characters and how I was curious on to who was the killer if it really was the badge man who was after Jane or if it had to do the gun man at Thomas's daughters wedding. It was pretty fast paced and I was pretty hooked till the very end. Overall a pretty great book, I recommend you lovely readers to check it out.

**Disclaimer: I highly recommend reading this mini-series in order as there is an overall storyline throughout them.**

Thomas, a KCPD cop, is determined to protect his family, especially after almost losing his Dad, Seamus, from a bullet at Olivia, Thomas's daughter's, wedding. Seamus not only suffered a traumatic brain injury because of it, but also a stroke. To ensure his Dad is well taken care of while he recovers, Thomas has hired a live-in nurse, Jane, to assist in his care. Jane, though mysterious, is excellent at her job, and Thomas can't help but admit, at least to himself, that she intrigues him.

For Jane, secrecy has become a way of life after entering WITSEC due to a past tragedy. She's grown to care for the Watson family, especially Thomas, though she knows, because of the danger shadowing her, nothing can ever come of it. Her life was forever changed three years ago when a serial killer murdered her husband, a federal agent, believing he had killed her as well.

Thomas knows something is going on with Jane and offers help in any way she may need it. However, Jane refuses to risk Thomas and his family, and learning the man responsible for murdering her husband, Fred, has surfaced is definitely cause for concern.

But when another shooting occurs and it's unclear if the target was Thomas or Jane, a hastily spoken sentence leads Thomas to have more questions. Thomas may not have all the answers yet, but he would get them, and he'd do everything in his power to protect Jane.

"I'm a cop. Bad guys don't like me. But why would someone want to hurt you?" - Thomas

As the days go by, Thomas and Jane's relationship subtly shifts bit by bit. However, when Seamus and Jane are under attack, Jane instinctively heads toward safety...Thomas.

Thomas is completely surprised when his Dad and Jane show at the station, and seeing Jane in such a panic impacts him deeply. When she shares her secrets, knowing the loss she's experienced, the pain she's suffered, and the danger she still lives with...it solidifies not only his desire to protect her, but also the feelings he's grown to have for her.

Can Thomas keep Jane safe? Will they uncover the Badge Man's identity before it's too late? Will they ever learn who's behind the attacks on Thomas's family and why? Can they handle threats on two sides? Is the person determined to hurt the Watsons closer than anyone knows?
Will Thomas and Jane take a chance on love again, knowing how painful it is to lose it? Is there a HEA in their future?

One-click now and follow along as two people, both feeling the connection from the beginning, finally explore the ever increasing connection between them. I'm sad to say good-bye to the wonderful Watson family, but their send off was perfect for them and I hope we see them again in future books. Also, I really hope Conor, Jane's WITSEC handler, gets his own story. He could decide to join the KCPD, therefore, becoming part of The Precinct, and needing his own story. *cough cough hint hint* I'm already eagerly anticipating the next installment, regardless of the character.

**I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.**

This story left me with a big smile on my face, what a wonderful ending to the series! This truly is 'character driven romantic suspense' because here the protagonist really are the ones to move the plot on, to shine with their integrity, knowledge, and experience.
I enjoyed the mature hero and heroine, they have depth, tone, and spirits that are easy to connect with, they are the kind of people you want to surround yourself with, people you want to cheer for.
Thomas Watson is a protector. He holds his family together, has been doing it ever since his wife died 20 years ago. He charmed me completely, I admit. I am enamored with his personality, his kindness, his caring, protective nature. And Thomas and Jane Boyle are adorable together. Jane is an alpha woman but there is enough strength in Thomas to take it and love it when she takes a command. They respect and admire each other, and not just physically, the connection they have goes much deeper, even though the passion and desire between them were tangible.
The suspense builds continuously through the tale, elevating the tension and dread with every twist in the story. The malice attacks are continues, and as part of the story is told by the culprits' point of view, their thoughts and actions take the creepy form...
A marvelous, entertaining, and suspenseful ending to the series that does not require you to read the first three books to love the events and characters of Protection Detail, but I do recommend the whole series!
~ Four Spoons with a teaspoon on the side

Long awaited answers are here with the latest from Julie Miller! We’ve been enjoying the intrigue surrounding the Watson family for several books now in The Precinct: Bachelors in Blue series and finally we get to the bottom of who has been targeting their family … but not without another huge mystery coming along for the ride! Great book! I have enjoyed each and every one of the books showcasing the Watson kids finding their happily ever afters, and now we get the rare treat of the parent being the hero finding love! I just loved that!

Detective Lieutenant Thomas Watson was shocked to learn his family was being targeted when gunfire broke out at his daughter’s wedding a few months ago. Still fighting to get back to normal after the fall-out, the family is supporting his Dad in every way possible after his injury, including hiring private nurse Jane Boyle to be in charge of his care.

Unbeknownst to them, Jane is in witness protection, and the danger from her past just might be coming to visit her again … with the help of the Watson family enemy! Will they be able to rally this family of cops together to keep her safe … and will he give in to the temptation to act on the feelings she’s stirring up in him?

In the last book we found out who did the shooting at Olivia’s wedding but in this book you finally find out who was behind that shooting.

This is the fourth installment in The Precinct: Bachelors in Blue and the happily ever after for Thomas Watson. This storyline was very interesting because not only does Thomas have his own but so does Jane. We finally figure out why she is getting so many texts and at times seems jumpy. These two characters will have to not only deal with danger but they will also find out that once they let their defenses down they have great chemistry.

Thomas and Jane are going to be working together as soon as she tells him the truth about her life. Thomas knows that there is something not right with Jane she is keeping a secret and it seems that maybe because of that secret someone is going to get hurt. The first time that their lives are in danger is when they are coming out of a diner and there is a shootout. Then when Jane and Thomas’ father are on their way home but someone is following them, someone is trying to ram them. Together with the help of family and friends they will find out who is The Unhappy Man and Badge Man. There is chemistry between both Thomas and Jane and their beating around the bush was sometimes frustrating. But in the end their passion over takes them and they can be together forever.

Protection Detail was a great read that I loved immensely. The characters were well developed. I loved seeing the Watson family come together to protect their own and from the beginning they included Jane which was awesome. As I started reading this book and more and more information was written of this Unhappy Man there was a point that I just knew who it was. It seemed that he was obsessed with Thomas’ widowed wife, Mary. Then in the end I just knew it there was a reason why I didn’t care for him and thought he was slimy.

I totally recommend this read along with the other books in this series which have to be read in order to get the full picture of what is going on.

Received ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an Honest Review

I love this story!

This is not your average story- the main character is in her late 30s and the hero is in his 50s. While age is gently addressed, the quiet respect and passion between the two makes for heart-warming reading.

The plot is a little contrived (who has TWO unrelated murderers after them at the same time), but interesting none-the-less.

Five stars! Now how can I get my hands on the other books in this serie?