Publication Date: June 11, 2019
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From USA Today bestselling author Stacey Kennedy comes a thrilling, sexy romance about a woman in danger and a small-town police detective who will do anything to keep her safe.
After a sudden tragedy blew her world apart, Peyton Kerr fled her big city career and started over in Stoney Creek, Maine. So far, she’s loving small-town life–no one knows about her past, and her easy flirtation with Boone Knight gives her a reason to smile. But then someone is murdered in Peyton’s store, and her quiet, anonymous existence is instantly destroyed. To make matters worse, Boone–a police detective–is assigned to the case, and Peyton knows she can’t keep him at arm’s length any longer. She’s resisted the simmering heat between them–but now this gorgeous man is promising to keep her safe–and satisfied…
Boone Knight doesn’t want the complications of a relationship. But when he volunteers to protect his town’s newest–and sexiest–resident, he finally admits he’d like to explore their sizzling attraction. And after one incredible night, everything changes for Boone. Peyton is sweeter–and braver–than anyone he’s ever met, and with her in his arms, everything makes sense. He just needs to convince her to trust him enough to reveal her secrets, or risk losing her to a merciless killer who seems to grow bolder with each passing day.
Naughty Stranger is just the right mix of suspense and romance. It is a well written, sexy story with lots of chemistry between the characters and it kept my interest from start to finish. I found the characters easy to connect with and there are entertaining secondary characters as well. I liked the two main characters; they have both been hurt in the past and are careful with their heart, but find it impossible to resist the strong pull between them.
Peyton has just moved to Maine from Seattle, because she wants to start over and try to forget after the devastating death of her husband. On Peyton’s first day in town, she meets detective Boone Knight and feels an immediate attraction. However, the attraction makes her feel guilty and uncomfortable and she tries to ignore Boone after that first encounter.
Boone is busy trying to solve a murder case. He is a good guy and is protective and charming. He has no interest in getting involved in a relationship, but he can’t help the attraction he feels for Peyton.
Peyton and Boone are still recovering from past hurts and are not looking for a relationship. However, they can’t deny the sparks that fly whenever they are together. I enjoyed this engaging story and
