Margaret Daley - Her Baby's Protector - Saved by the Lawman / Saved by the SEAL

KEEPING BABY SAFE

Saved by the Lawman by Margaret Daley

As an unknown assailant attempts to kidnap family-court judge Kate Forster’s infant son, police officer Chase Walker thwarts the attack—and vows to keep the pair safe. But who will protect the ex-marine’s heart when the widowed mother and her little boy make him long for a permanent spot in their family?

Saved by the SEAL by Susan Sleeman

The tragedy that killed Bree Hatfield’s best friends—and left her with custody of their young daughter—has been ruled an accident. But Bree knows it was murder. Scared and alone, she turns to her ex-boyfriend, navy SEAL Clint Reed, who’ll risk everything to protect baby Ella and the woman he never stopped loving.

Praise for Margaret Daley

“Decoy suspects lead to an unexpected conclusion—and a solid and captivating story.”

—RT Book Reviews on The Baby Rescue

“Crisp dialogue combines with abundant action and mystery.”

—RT Book Reviews on Standoff at Christmas

“Action and intrigue start early on and will have the reader rooting…for justice to prevail.”

—RT Book Reviews on Guarding the Witness

Praise for Susan Sleeman

“Sleeman’s writing captivates the reader from the first page in this briskly paced tome. Exciting details combine to create unpredictable and memorable scenes.”

—RT Book Reviews on Emergency Response

“Fast-paced action and suspense abounds.”

—RT Book Reviews on No Way Out

“The mystery will keep you involved until the end.”

—RT Book Reviews on The Christmas Witness

MARGARET DALEY, an award-winning author of ninety books (five million sold worldwide), has been married for over forty years and is a firm believer in romance and love. When she isn’t traveling, she’s writing love stories, often with a suspense thread, and corralling her three cats, who think they rule her household. To find out more about Margaret, visit her website at margaretdaley.com.

SUSAN SLEEMAN is a bestselling author of inspirational and clean-read romantic suspense books and mysteries. She received an RT Reviewers’ Choice Best Book Award for Thread of Suspicion; No Way Out and The Christmas Witness were finalists for the Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence. She’s had the pleasure of living in nine states and currently lives in Oregon. To learn more about Susan, visit her website at susansleeman.com.

Her Baby’s Protector

Saved by the Lawman

Margaret Daley

Saved by the SEAL

Susan Sleeman

www.millsandboon.co.uk

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Back Cover Text KEEPING BABY SAFE Saved by the Lawman by Margaret Daley As an unknown assailant attempts to kidnap family-court judge Kate Forster’s infant son, police officer Chase Walker thwarts the attack—and vows to keep the pair safe. But who will protect the ex-marine’s heart when the widowed mother and her little boy make him long for a permanent spot in their family? Saved by the SEAL by Susan Sleeman The tragedy that killed Bree Hatfield’s best friends—and left her with custody of their young daughter—has been ruled an accident. But Bree knows it was murder. Scared and alone, she turns to her ex-boyfriend, navy SEAL Clint Reed, who’ll risk everything to protect baby Ella and the woman he never stopped loving.

Praise Praise for Margaret Daley “Decoy suspects lead to an unexpected conclusion—and a solid and captivating story.” —RT Book Reviews on The Baby Rescue “Crisp dialogue combines with abundant action and mystery.” —RT Book Reviews on Standoff at Christmas “Action and intrigue start early on and will have the reader rooting…for justice to prevail.” —RT Book Reviews on Guarding the Witness Praise for Susan Sleeman “Sleeman’s writing captivates the reader from the first page in this briskly paced tome. Exciting details combine to create unpredictable and memorable scenes.” —RT Book Reviews on Emergency Response “Fast-paced action and suspense abounds.” —RT Book Reviews on No Way Out “The mystery will keep you involved until the end.” —RT Book Reviews on The Christmas Witness

About the Authors MARGARET DALEY, an award-winning author of ninety books (five million sold worldwide), has been married for over forty years and is a firm believer in romance and love. When she isn’t traveling, she’s writing love stories, often with a suspense thread, and corralling her three cats, who think they rule her household. To find out more about Margaret, visit her website at margaretdaley.com . SUSAN SLEEMAN is a bestselling author of inspirational and clean-read romantic suspense books and mysteries. She received an RT Reviewers’ Choice Best Book Award for Thread of Suspicion; No Way Out and The Christmas Witness were finalists for the Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence. She’s had the pleasure of living in nine states and currently lives in Oregon. To learn more about Susan, visit her website at susansleeman.com .

Title Page Her Baby’s Protector Saved by the Lawman Margaret Daley Saved by the SEAL Susan Sleeman www.millsandboon.co.uk

Saved by the Lawman Saved by the Lawman Margaret Daley

Dear Reader Dear Reader , As a mother and grandmother, I could so easily put myself in Kate’s shoes when she is protecting her son and searching for him. Something like that happening will really test your faith. But God is the only one who can really get you through a situation like that. He often sends people to help you. We were never meant to go through life alone. I love hearing from readers. You can contact me at margaretdaley@gmail.com or at P. O. Box 2074, Tulsa, OK 74101. You can also learn more about my books at www.margaretdaley.com . I have a newsletter that you can sign up for on my website. Take care,

Dedication To my husband, Mike. Thank you for forty-six wonderful years.

Bible Verse Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. —Psalms 23:4

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Saved by the Lawman

Margaret Daley

Dear Reader,

As a mother and grandmother, I could so easily put myself in Kate’s shoes when she is protecting her son and searching for him. Something like that happening will really test your faith. But God is the only one who can really get you through a situation like that. He often sends people to help you. We were never meant to go through life alone.

I love hearing from readers. You can contact me at margaretdaley@gmail.comor at P. O. Box 2074, Tulsa, OK 74101. You can also learn more about my books at www.margaretdaley.com. I have a newsletter that you can sign up for on my website.

Take care,

To my husband, Mike.

Thank you for forty-six wonderful years.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.