The Dangerous Protector [Mass Market Paperback]

Janet Chapman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 26, 2005

Janet Chapman returns to the breathtaking Maine coast in Seductive Impostor the second novel featuring two passionate sisters . . . and the men who have what it takes to love them.

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.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Coastal Maine serves as the appealing backdrop for this charming but clichéd novel of romantic suspense from Chapman (The Seductive Imposter). When a lobsterman alerts state Assistant Attorney General Willow Foster to the presence of contaminants in Puffin Harbor, she begins a secret investigation. She's unofficially assisted by bar owner and former salvager 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. The story's use of old-fashioned romantic conventions often seems silly in this modern context. Corporate polluters call their victims "Miss," while Duncan's sister's Internet lover arrives from New Zealand carrying family heirlooms to ask for permission to court. Chapman's mimicry of Duncan's brogue is also unfortunate, making him sound more like Popeye ("Can ya climb with yar splint?") than an aristocratic adventurer. This novel works best when it focuses on the timeless bonds between friends and family, community and place. Agent, Grace Morgan Literary Agency. (May)

Review

"Chapman delivers an enjoyably sensual and suspenseful romance."

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Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Pocket Star (April 26, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0743486315
• ISBN-13: 978-0743486316
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #94,771 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

A native of rural central Maine, Janet Chapman lives there in a cozy log cabin on a lake with her husband. Three cats and a stray young bull moose keep them company. The author of the hugely popular Highlander time-travel series, she also writes contemporary romances.

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Well-Rounded Read You Won't Want To Miss!, April 24, 2005

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Kristi Ahlers (Illinois) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Dangerous Protector (Mass Market Paperback)

Ms. Chapman's latest effort is a well-rounded read that although not offering a new storyline, she has created characters that are fresh and enjoyable to read about.

Willow Foster has a lot of emotional baggage that she is carrying around. The one thing that she will go out of her way to avoid is Duncan Ross. Eighteen months earlier they had a...well, explosive night together. One night though is all she'll allow herself. She is afraid that she will loose herself if she becomes involved with him. Duncan rocked her world once and she is just not ready to walk that fine line again. That is until a new case brings her back into his sphere. Now Willow must realize that she can't change her destiny and that Duncan will not only be her anchor but her salvation as well.

Duncan and Willow were wonderful characters. Duncan is a Scotsman that knows who and what he wants...Willow. He is a true hero in every sense of the word. Willow is a complex character but eventually realizes that Duncan is the one for her. The suspense storyline surrounding the lobster contamination is entertaining without having to many slow moments. I enjoyed this read and highly recommend Ms. Chapman as an author. Her stories are always filled with fun and interesting characters.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Willow's story is exciting and Duncan is adorable., August 13, 2006

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Monkeyville Citizen (Arlington, VA) - See all my reviews

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This is the companion book to The Seductive Imposter and focues on sister Willow Foster. Willow uncovers an environmental danger to her beloved hometown and is almost killed trying to bring the criminals to justice. Of course Duncan, who decided long ago that he would marry Willow, is there to help. Duncan is so male and yet so adorable that is would be hard not to love this book. Duncan's secret life only adds to his charm. A must read.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not her best, September 17, 2005

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I'm a fan of Janet Chapman's but this book definitely wasn't her best effort. While the basic theme of the story was ok, there were several things about it that drove me crazy. Duncan's accent for one. I'm around enough Scotmen on a routine basis to know that none of them sound like a pirate as Duncan does (didn't someone say he sounded like Popeye?) And if Willow called him "Dunky" one more time I was ready to throw the book out. It was even worse than the running troglydyte joke. And bringing in Duncan's family near the end just was a way to provide romantic interest for the few remaining single major characters in the book. Geez...doesn't Puffin Harbor have ANY permanently single people?

All in all it made me long for Michael MacBain!