Dangerous Protector

Enjoyable Romance

Willow Foster is committed to protecting Maine's precious coastline. She's equally committed to avoiding her one-time fling, Duncan Ross, the rugged Scotsman who's got her hometown believing she's the love of his life. But when Willow goes home to uncover the mystery behind a worrisome lobster catch, she learns that pub owner Duncan holds some mysteries of his own...and that taking a chance with her heart might open her life up to passion beyond her wildest dreams.

When a lobster-man, Ray Cobb, alerts Maine Assistant Attorney General Willow Foster to the presence of contaminants and dead lobsters in Puffin Harbor, she begins a personal and secret investigation. She's unofficially assisted by bar owner and former Navy-man Duncan Ross, whose offers of both marriage and passion she's been resisting since a one-night stand 18 months earlier. As the two explore both the corporate paper trail and the local seascape, Duncan reveals that he's actually a Scottish lord, while Willow is forced to grapple with her fear of commitment.

Occasionally I like to mix it up and read a nice historical romance or some hot contemporary story. This was definitely a likable read, plus it's been sitting on my library shelf for years (yes, years!) unread. Right off the back, Duncan (aka Dunky) and Willow (aka Counselor) steamed up the pages with their chemistry. Duncan's made it clear his ready to take the next step while Willow is hesitant and basically goes the opposite directions every time a serious relationship talk comes up. They blend together so well from the beginning that it's hard not to enjoy them as a couple. Duncan moved to Maine from Scotland and opened a bar two years previously, while Willow is a local AG and works on cases non-stop unless she's visiting her sister, Rachel, in Puffin Harbor. Whenever Duncan and Willow see each other, they bicker, they flirt, they secretly share kisses and more . . . and now the whole town is placing bets on their wedding even though neither are officially together. Too fun! This was a quick read for me, maybe since it was a nice change from my normal reading style, and the mystery part to the story flowed smoothly throughout. Didn't feel rushed or bada-bing-bada-bang (abruptly finished) at the end, like some stories can be. Nothing Paranormal. Nothing Supernatural. Nothing Fantasy related. Just an easy HOT read . . . just what I wanted!

Likes: I enjoyed the town's betting pool for when --or rather if the wedding between Duncan and Willow will take place and having the various citizens of the Harbor admit who (and how much) they bet on.

Dislikes: There are definitely a lot of characters going on throughout the story and perhaps if I would have read Book #1 (The Seductive Impostor) first, I wouldn't have been confused trying to remember who was who.

ANOTHER GREAT BOOK

Its good to have a god romance that makes one feel better after reading it. As all so far of Janents are.

I loved this book. I bought it, read it, passed it to my sister, then to two of my friends. We all loved this book. Janet Chapman has an outstanding talent for making every girl wish she were a character in her novels. Who wouldn't love a guy tha

t never gives up. No matter how crabby you are, no matter how messy you look, or how hard you push him away. He's breathtakingly handsome to top it off. What I wouldn't give to be just one leading lady in a Janet Chapman romance!!

Not Up To Janet s Other Books

I really enjoyed the first book in the Puffin Harbour series, but this one was disappointing. I felt the characters were not as plausable. And I didn't find the story as interesting (as the first). The plot was a bit flat, and dragged in spots.

Recommended

I like the shock that Willow Foster receives when she finds out that Duncan was a 'Duke'. This was a very interesting story. Janet Chapman place the readers in the characters' emotions such as: fears, insecurities and the not knowing. I can't wait for the story of the rest of the gang.

Every book of Ms. Chapman gets better every time

Wonderful book. A must read and buy. Janet Chapman's done it again. The character Willow and Duncan will keep you on your toes. Once you begin you can't stop. It took me 1 day to read. I can't wait for Ms. Chapman new book that come out in October 2005.

Couldn't wait for it to be over!

I love Janet Chapman, but I think her editor let her down by releasing this book as is. It had great potential, but did not deliver in the story line or romance department. Her previous Highlander novels were wonderful. I'd save this particular reading for a 'garage sale' find.

fine romantic mystery

Eighteen months ago in Puffin Harbor, Maine Duncan Ross and Willow Foster shared a blissful night together. He thought it was the beginning of a lifetime as he believes he found his soulmate; she catalogues it as a delightful one night stand fearing how deep she feels for the Scot. Duncan has all the townsfolk including her mother believing that they will wed soon once he persuades her to accept his offer of matrimony, but Willow avoids even coming home acting like the elusive butterfly eluding his net of love.--- However, as a Maine Assistant District Attorney Willow comes home when a lobster catch in the nearby waters proves contaminated. She, joined by Duncan, begins an investigation to determine what happened, who is responsible, and whether criminal charges should be filed. As they work the dangerous waters of corporate America seeking to identify the polluter, Willow realizes she loves her protector, but fears commitment.--- Contemporary readers will find THE DANGEROUS PROTECTOR is an intriguing but odd romantic suspense thriller that seems to combine historical courting elements into a modern day investigative tale. The story line is at its best when the lead duet working in tandem make inquiries including searching the money and paper trails. When the plot turns romantic, it feels strange as if the time and place was eighteenth century Scotland and even an Internet romance feels old fashioned. Still Janet Chapman entertains her audience with this fine romantic mystery.--- Harriet Klausner

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