A review by nikkisbooknook
The Hero She Deserves by Anna Hackett

5.0

 Hiding out in Hawaii seemed like the best plan to Hollis.  She overheard something she shouldn't have and now instead of call sheets and scripts, she's dodging hoodlums and bullets!

Meeting her hunky new neighbour is one thing, but whilst almost naked and dealing with a flaming coffee machine is another! Sawyer has seen and done it all as a Ghost ops veteran.  He's still in touch with most of his team, including one Vander Norcross, but he's liking the solitude of Maui.  But with Hollis in the sights of a hit team, he's on bodyguard duty for the foreseeable.

Hollis thought she was so crafty with her disguises but everyone saw through them, lol.  They still kept her secrets though and I think she realises that most people just see her as a regular person.  She's passionate about what she does and doesn't want to compromise her career for love.  She's made a life for herself, a world away from her poor childhood but she hasn't become self-entitled or b*tchy with her success.

Sawyer is dealing with PTSD, insomnia and not a small amount of survivor's guilt. The tranquillity of the island and a big, boisterous, meddling, found family is also good for his soul.  His skills aren't rusty though and I loved the way he kept Hollis safe but still made time to let her have some freedom and choices.

The romance is fast and intense but so are the circumstances.  Getting to meet a few familiar faces was a complete bonus - I love a crossover!  I thought the suspense elements tied up neatly and I got satisfaction when the big bad got their comeuppance.

I'm really interested in learning more about Parker and I'm hoping he gets a chance at love soon!