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Bodyguard to the Billionaire

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Derrick Arlington is one of the world's most eligible billionaires. Voted Sexiest Man Alive—two years running.

And I just so happen to look exactly like him.

It’s never come in handy until I get offered an actual job out of it.

It was supposed to be so simple.

Go to the Winston Isles, stand in as his body double for a few weeks, go back to my life.

But when our carefully constructed plan goes awry and the billionaire goes missing, I have no choice but to take his place and hire a bodyguard. The best in the business: a smart-mouthed, tight-assed, lady bodyguard.

Zia Barnes is the LAST thing I want, even if I need her. She's determined, smart, and has no idea I'm a total imposter.

Good thing I have no intention on falling for her, or I'd be royally screwed.

320 pages, Paperback

First published July 17, 2019

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Nana Malone

147 books2,571 followers
Wall Street Journal & USA Today Bestselling author, Nana Malone writes Sexy Feel-Good Romance and loves of all things romance and adventure.

That love started with a tattered romantic suspense she "borrowed" from her cousin. It was a sultry summer afternoon in Ghana, and Nana was a precocious thirteen. She's been in love with kick butt heroines ever since. With her overactive imagination, and channeling her inner Buffy, it was only a matter a time before she started creating her own characters.

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Profile Image for Lisa (Two Bookish Brits).
797 reviews163 followers
July 18, 2019
Oh shiiiiit these books keep getting better and better.

ARC received in exchange for an honest review

Of course when I seen Nana had another book in this royal series I just HAD to get my hands on it and I’m sure glad I did.

Zia and Theo’s story is fascinating to say the least. She’s part of the Royal Elite and he’s cousin to King Sebastian or so he wants you to think. There’s so much going on behind the scenes with Theo that it’s insane.

Being hired to do something has him determined to do the job he’s been tasked with to earn a reward that’ll set him for life. Throughout this book we get a glimpse at Theo and what he’s like and I love this man, seriously.

Zia, this woman is badass. I love Ariel but I think Zia just became my favourite. She’s a take no nonsense kind of girl that knows her way around a weapon and how to fight. She’s guarded and selfless and she’s just an amazing person.

Watching these two had my heart beating but my stomach clenching knowing that things were gonna blow up in their face and damn, they did. That ending has me needing more.

Nana Malone sure does know how to leave you needy. She’s queen at cliffhangers and I need book 2 like, yesterday. I need to see what’s going to happen after that..

Bodyguard to the Billionaire was fun, sexy and a little intense with characters you just can’t help but love and a story that’ll capture you from the very first page.
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433 reviews575 followers
July 17, 2019
📚 "Your pretty-boy face got you into this trouble, so you’re just going to keep doing what you're doing. Be the billionaire. Feel the billionaire." 📚
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This is not the first book by Nana Malone that I read ... Nana is an excellent romantic comedies writer that manage to raise my mood and make me laugh, and this one is no different. 😍👏

The billionaire Derrick Arlington came to Theo Coleman's office and hired him to be his double-man for a month, because it turns out that without Theo's beard, they look exactly the same. 😱
Two million dollars for 30 days, How hard can it be to act like an eligible millionaire...??

📚 “Thirty days to do the job and get out. Thirty days to get my soul back.” 📚

It turns out that... it's very hard!!! 😱 because someone is threatening him and so, he has to hire Zia Barnes, a hot bodyguard who has been burned by quite a number of playboys in her life. Her ex-boyfriend (and boss) betrayed her terribly and all she want's is to be with a man who will finally appreciate her... 💔

Theo is attracted to her from the first moment, but he can't tell her who he really is - and the more they spend together, the more the feelings between the two become stronger.
But how can they start a relationship when there is such a big secret between them...?

📚 "She may be out of Theo Coleman’s reach, but she's definitely in Derrick Arlington's league." 📚

The characters are witty, sassy, intriguing ... and all that can be hoped for in a romantic comedy. 👏
To tell you the truth, the plot was quite predictable and I was able to guess where it was going ... yet, the end left me gaping! It's a story full of twists, secrets and lies, humor and passion, mystery and romance!
I cannot wait for the sequel! 💟💟💟

*** I received an ARC from the author for an objective review ***
Profile Image for Nerdy Dirty & Flirty.
3,985 reviews349 followers
July 25, 2019
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I don't know how she does it, but Nana Malone keeps writing leading men that are impossible to do anything but love.

Theo is the newest of those leading men. He meets Zia while pretending to be Derek Arlington, cousin to the Winston Isles royal family. Their first meeting is certainly memorable, but not necessarily in a good way. When she's assigned to be his bodyguard, sparks and tempers flare. Their attraction grows and they slowly start to connect but there's still the huge secret Theo's keeping among other things standing in their way.

Everything about this book worked for me. All the characters, the plot, the twists and turns, the steamy moments, just everything. The only thing I don't love is that I have to wait for the resolution to Zia and Theo's story. But I know it's going to be great, because everything from Nana Malone I've read so far has been. Just doesn't mean the waiting will be easy.
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135 reviews11 followers
July 16, 2019

The latest Winston Isles adventures find readers with another member of the royal family with a twist. The story begins with Sebastian’s cousin Derrick Arlington and Royal Knight Zia Barnes. One major problem it's really Derrick’s hired body double Theo (Holy Plot Twist!). We also get to learn more about Zia’s life outside of the Royal Elite. Someone is after Derrick/Theo and it up the Royal Elite to figure out who is. There are so many twists that my suspect list continued to grow throughout the story. I also appreciate mentioned my favorite London brothers Alexi & Xander (missed them a lot). I know it would be a cliffhanger ending but I still gasped (Ms. Malone you get me every time). I laughed and got in my feelings at the same time. Can’t wait to find my answers and if my theories are proven in the next book.
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7,542 reviews153 followers
July 16, 2019
Deception has explosive consequences for two hearts caught in the cross hairs of attraction. Malone pulls a fast one on hearts everywhere with Bodyguard to the Billionaire. Zia finally gets her chance to shine. She's prepared for anything except falling in love. Zia, Theo and Derrick find themselves in a convoluted web that could spell an unhappy ending for more than just them. The Billionaire Duet begins with a topsy turvy game of danger, deception and heat. What a great start to a rollercoaster of a romance.
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5,857 reviews35 followers
July 17, 2019
Wow, this book will have you on pins and needles for the followup book. This is the first book in the Billionaire Duet. Nana Malone writes romantic royalty books like no other and this book is one of her finest. Well-developed and strong characters and an engaging story. No shortage of drama, lots of twists and amazing chemistry. A body double, a gorgeous bodyguard and so much more. Be warned and grab a comfortable spot because once you start reading you'll find this book hard to put down. I read an arc via the author and voluntarily chose to review.
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1,038 reviews
July 19, 2019
So far I love everything about Zia & Theo. I like the mystery behind what’s going on at the company, who knows about the switch up & who’s trying to kill them. I love having all my favorite Winston Isles characters make appearances. & oh my god, that ending!!!
Profile Image for Valeen Robertson (Live Thru Books Blog).
5,355 reviews200 followers
July 23, 2019




Zia is a tiny badass King's Knight, which means her bodyguarding skills are elite. Only the elite are chosen to be royal protectors, and she's just that. So when she's called up to guard the King's cousin, billionaire Derrick Arlington, she's more than up for the job, whether Gray Eyes thinks so or not. Unfortunately for both of them, there's an obvious attraction. This isn't the Bodyguard with Whitney & Kevin Costner, though,...or maybe it is 😮.



Theo didn't know when Derrick asked him to be his secret double, that there was someone who'd know his real identity. Or that someone/something was wrong at Derrick's company. And he definitely didn't know he'd meet a tiny, gorgeous badass woman who'd bring him to his knees. But, he doesn't want the attraction between them. He just needs to get through this body double job, then he'll be good to go. An attraction to the bodyguard he doesn't want does not fit into his life plan. Even though she saves him, literally. Even though his feelings are soon developing at an alarming pace...



Like its royal predecessors, Bodyguard to the Billionaire is sexy and suspenseful, ratcheting up that tension between its leads, and killing the reader with a doozy of a cliffy. I love Zia and Theo together. The attraction is obvious from their first meeting, and it only gets stronger as the suspense around them leads them into tight situations. What I really love most about this duet, though, is Zia. She's tough and smart and a badass. Nothing is cooler than a woman whose size leads everyone (men) to underestimate her, and in turn, she surprises them all with her skill and strength. Theo is an equal partner for her, and I cannot wait for their conclusion, The Billionaire's Secret.



ARC via author for an honest review.

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248 reviews23 followers
August 6, 2019
‘Bodyguard to the Billionaire’ is the first book of Nana Malone’s latest series ‘The Billionaire’; she is here with another "Guess Who" mystery. I loved all her Winston Isles series and she never disappoints. The suspense and mystery keeps up till the last page and you won’t be able to put the book down until the end.

Theo Coleman used to work for a tech company in United States. Then Theo and Kyle Winters, who is his best friend childhood, decide to open their own company. However, they are struggling with their PhilanthroApp. Then once in a lifetime opportunity knocks on their door. Derrick Arlington, King Sebastian’s cousin and one of the world’s most eligible billionaires, comes with a proposal that Theo has no way to reject. Derrick offers Theo 2 million dollars for being his body double for a month. The only thing Theo need to do is act like the CEO and follow through with a merger then he will walk away with 2 million dollars. This seems pretty uncomplicated and easy but thanks to Theo’s luck after he takes on the job, he has a missing billionaire in his hands and also people after him, who knows the truth about his identity. And thanks to a kidnapping attempted during Princess and Roone’s wedding, now Theo has a live-in firecracker he has to deal with 24/7.

Zia Barnes, Lady Zia, is a King’s Knight and a bodyguard at Royal Elite. She is really attractive, smart and determined. Thanks to her sister Deedee, she never has a dull moment in her life. Deedee always finds a way to get herself in trouble and of course Zia is always there to clean up the mess her sister creates. Other than being a bodyguard and sister, Zia doesn’t have time for anything. That is one of the reasons for her dry spell and lack of love life. So when he saw a hottie in trouble, she jumps into action. The attraction between them is palpable since the first time they laid eyes on each other. So when Zia ends up being a live-in bodyguard, meaning secretary during office hours and girlfriend for the rest, everything gets a bit hectic and hot. I already gave too much away so it is up to you to figure out the rest :)

Also, thanks to Nana Malone’s new additions to the gang now I have a whole list of characters I am dying to read more about and these are; my beloved King Knights Tamsin, Jameson and Trace, sexy trio Ben, Bridge and East, ohhh and of course new cousins of our King Sebastian: Xander and Alexi. I would also love to see Prince Tristan’s sister to return to Winston Isles as well. Sorry Miss Malone as you can see I have a long list of books I am waiting :)

I am dying to know what will happen in the next book, ‘The Billionaire's Secret’, which will be out on September 17th. I have my own ideas regarding Theo/Derrick’s relationship and the culprit behind the whole kidnapping/murder attempts but I am pretty sure I will be wrong again because there will be a whole new mystery Nana Malone will reveal. If you are looking for a fast, mysterious, sexy and action packed story, this book is definitely for you.

Would I recommend this book: Yes.
Would I re-read this book: Yes.
Would I read future books by this author: Yes.

The review was originally posted on: https://miabookaddict.com/

e-ARC kindly provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
105 reviews4 followers
July 11, 2019
This book was an interesting addition to the Nana Malone world. We’re introduced to a cousin of the King, Derrick Arlington and get to know one of Ariel’s Knights better, Zia Barnes. While this can be read as a standalone, it is much better enjoyed as a part of the whole.

The crazy mystery and intrigue of the Royal Family of the WInston Isles is convoluted and makes me hope they have some normalcy in the future! But for now we have a doppelganger body double, a missing original, and a petite bodyguard. It’s a fantastic journey with amazing foreshadowing, mystery and romance.

I loved these characters! Ariel has the best bodyguards at Royal Elite. Zia is a petite force of nature that has a lovely sense of duty and family and friendship. Derrick is a cousin to the King, and Theo is a lookalike. As such, they’ve traded places for 30 days and Theo is doing his best to live someone else’s life. These two were fun to read, to see how their lives intertwined with what I already knew of the Nana Malone world, and how the twists and turns would change them.

Sexy fake Derrick may be trying to live someone else’s life, but he’s got his own way with the ladies. Or just one, the lovely Miss Zia. Despite the bodyguard situation, they seem to connect. Their chemistry is all the right kinds of awkward and forced, turning into the beginning of a relationship.

Miss Malone has done a great job with this book. The story starts soon after the last duet ends,, so the continuity is great. And the storyline is just enough mystery, romance, and intrigue. The reader gets enough of the foreshadowing and multiple points of view to know more than the individual characters; even so there are many mysteries and loose ends book one doesn’t tie up and the cliffhanger ending leaves us with so many questions!

Whatever Theo/Derrick is up to, I can’t wait for the conclusion to see how this plays out! That last scene makes me wish I could read the next book immediately. And now I’m invested in seeing if the rest of the Royal Elite find their happily ever afters as well!

Favorite Quotes:
“It was official, Derrick Theo Arlington was a Chupacabra.”
“Try not to look like you want to punch me, and we’ll sell this better.”
“Thirty days to do the job and get out. Thirty days to get my soul back.”

Star Ratings:
Plot = 4/5 Characters = 5/5 Heat = 5/5 Writing Style = 4/5 Overall Rating = 4/5

**Reviewed for Amity Book Blog.**
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652 reviews18 followers
July 21, 2019
There are several unique concepts in this book and I have totally enjoyed all of them. First, we have doing the wrong thing for all the right reasons. I think we’ve all been there. Second, is a badass petite woman. It’s refreshing to see a smaller woman who has more than enough power, emotionally, physically and maturity wise. Third, it made me think of a different spin on The Prince and the Pauper. These are just the uniques aspect. Let’s travel through the others aspects of this book that made me enjoy this story.
There’s the instant chemistry between the main characters. Who hasn’t had that feeling in a moment, even if its only one sided? The evolution of the characters watching the growth individually and together. You get intrigue. I’ve developed several theories while reading the story and can’t wait to see if any of them pan out. We get to become reacquainted with characters from past books. That is one of my favorite parts because life doesn't stop at the end. Who doesn’t want to know what happens to our favorite characters? Even if it’s several months or years we also want to keep in touch with our best friend. It’s always fun to reconnect. How many times do you think back to one of your favorite books and wonder how they’re doing wishing there was a follow up? Throw in the fact that this is part of a duet. It gives me something to look forward to.

Zia and Theo try to deny themselves and do the right thing with regard to job, life and emotions but when those nasty little hormones take hold it’s hard to think with your head and overrule your heart. The banter between the two is quick, charming and will put a smile on your face and at times go right to your heart.

The heat is on in this book but it’s not lascivious or gratuitous. It’s steamy, but it’s also lovely. The intrigue and mystery keeps you guessing and the bonds between family and friends is one you wishful could be part of. All in all it’s a really good book and I can’t wait for the next one to see if any of my theories pan out. Stay tuned! Better yet read this book and form your own conclusions. It’s like a game of Clue but only with gorgeous people with all kinds of gadgets instead of a candlestick in the library by Mrs. Peacock!
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211 reviews2 followers
July 20, 2019
Bodyguard to the Billionaire is the first book of the Billionaire Duet series by Nana Malone and OH MY GOD!!!! ITS AMAZING!!

This book is about a person named Theo, who Look same as the Billionaire and the King's cousin Derrick Arlington. When Theo has been offered to Play Derrick Arlington body double for a month he didn't know that he will be welcoming a whole lot of problems in his life.

He didn't know that there is someone who is playing with Derrick Arlington's Company.

He didn't know somebody will come to know that he is Theo and became a threat to his own life.

He didn't know that because of that threat he will be assigned a Bodyguard. Zia, A very attractive, savage female Bodyguard who has taken his breath away with just a mere look. For him it's distracting to have her with him in the same room, his imagination is getting wild. ( if you know what I mean ;-) )

But as this game is getting more threatening and Mysterious, the pages of the past is being opened which is going to affect everyone's lives.

As this is the first book in the series the author has left this book at a very very very interesting CLIFFHANGER Because right now I am dying to know what will happen in the next book which is The Billionaire's secret which is going to be released soon after this.

If you are thinking that this is the same cliche book of billionaire then I will suggest you think again because I am still not over with this book.

ARC was generously provided for an honest opinion.
Profile Image for Dawn Myers.
1,196 reviews2 followers
July 23, 2019
What a fun story, Nana Malone gave mystery, intrigue and suspense. I can't believe I have to wait for Sept. for the conclusion. HEAVY SIGH!!! I have a funny feeling it's going to be worth the wait. In my opinion Nana Malone does not disappoint in this book. In my opinion Nana Malone knows how to write series stories and manages to make them all unique. Nana Malone grabbed my attention in chapter one and kept me turning the pages till the end. I can honestly say I'm not sure who is behind what in this book, I have a couple of ideas, but I'm not sure. It unusual for me not to have things figured out by the end of the first book, so I give Nana Malone a well done on that. I love Zia and her love for her family, her protectiveness and her willingness to put everything on the line for the ones she cares about. I like Theo and his love for his mom. Even though he is doing something that he knows is a bad idea, appreciate him wanting to follow through. In my opinion Zia and Theo have a lot of similar qualities. Nana Malone brought in few characters from previous royals series, that's always fun. She introduces a couple of new royals and I foresee at least three more series to come. In my opinion if you are a Nana Malone fan I would recommend the series. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced readers copy.
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2,004 reviews1 follower
July 22, 2019
What a fun and sexy romance! Zia Barnes, part of the Royal Elite team, accidentally steps in to a situation with a sexy stranger. What she finds out is that it was the kings cousin, Derrick, or was it? She is now tasked to help protect him at the kings request. Theo was burned before and when he was hired to pretend to be Derrick for a month, for a large sum, he jumps at the chance. But as he takes on Derricks life, he discovers more secrets and danger than he ever expected. The hardest thing is the sexy bodyguard he is falling for but can't tell her the truth. I really love this story of secret identities, and forbidden love. Zia and Theo are so intriguing and their sexual tension is off the charts. The twists and turns that this story takes is thrilling and breathtaking. I loved that all the family and friends we've grown to love from the past stories are all involved and essential in this book along with new intriguing members of the Royal Elite that I need to know more about. There was still the wonderful humor that Ms Malone does so well, along with intrigue and emotion that kept me totally engaged. I can't wait to find out what happens in the next book!
17 reviews
July 14, 2019
Bare with me y'all because I just finished this book and I normally read a book twice before I leave a review but I just had to hop over to Goodreads to tell y'all this book is a "Must Read Summer Banger". I swear to y'all every time I read another one of Nana Malone's Royal's installments, I find myself day dreaming about how amazing it would be to be part of the crew. Bodyguard To The Billionaire is book one in the Billionaire Duet series that takes you on one hell of a "Guess Who" ride. With an emotionally scared, slightly jaded Zia and a mysterious and hella hot Theo, the action doesn't ever seem to stop on the Winston Isles. Man o man does Nana Malone bring the heat with this one. Fully stocked with witty dialog between "brains" and "privates bits", kidnappings, a very spoiled sibling whom can't seem to stay out of trouble, besties with absolutely no verbal filters, and characters you will love and/or love to hate, this book was the perfect antidote to a reader's dilemma of what to read next. I highly recommend this one, worth the lack a sleep for sure.
July 17, 2019
WOW I am so into this book! At first I thought it was the typical billionaire love story, but I was so wrong and I’m so happy for it! Derrick approaches Theo with an offer that he can’t resist – pretend to be him for a month and he will make enough money to launch his career and take care of his mother. A no brainer, Theo takes the offer after coercing from his best friend, but once he arrives nothing goes as planned. What is supposed to be a low-key month turns into a nightmare when someone attempts to kidnap Theo and knows his actual identity! In comes Zia, who saves him once and then becomes his personal bodyguard, which we all know always turns into something more. But as the mystery of where Derrick really is becomes known, Zia’s world is turned upside down on who is who and who she can believe. This is a genius book and storyline and I couldn’t put it down from start to finish. And the cliffhanger?! I almost threw it across the room because I HAD to know the answers. Can’t wait for the next book to do that!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
1,652 reviews6 followers
July 16, 2019
This is a must read summer book. Nana Malone never disappoints.
So we are once again taken to Winston Isles and introduced to the Kings cousin Derrick Arlington. Or at least introduced to the person posing as Derrick- Theo.
Zia, one of Ariel's Elite, is set to be his bodyguard but the attraction is instant.
Theo doesn't want to act on it since he's not whom he says he is.
Zia has been burned and she just can't trust someone.
These two together are funny. They banter well and you know something is going to happen.
As with all Nana Malone books you've got wonderful secondary characters. The sister who keeps getting into trouble, the best friend who talked him into this charade, the angry father, the real Derrick and all of the Elite.
Zia knows he is hiding something but what? The housekeeper eludes to some possible explanations.
What happens when the real truth comes out?
Of course this ends in a cliffhanger.
I was given this book for an honest voluntary review.
Profile Image for Laura ~ Not Now I'm Reading.
207 reviews3 followers
July 14, 2019
I enjoyed this book immensely! I was drawn into the storyline from the beginning. Nana Malone did a great job building this world and the believable characters who inhabit it.

Be warned - THIS BOOK HAS A CLIFFHANGER!

Okay...warning out of the way...let's continue.

I liked Theo/Derrick from the get-go. His frustration on many levels was palpable but I was frustrated that he didn't tell Zia, who was his bodyguard, the complete truth. I really like that Zia, the female protagonist, was a complete badass! So refreshing.

I didn't care for Zia's needy spoiled little sister and was glad when Theo stepped in and set her straight.

I normally don't like and/or read cliffhangers, but I highly recommend this one. I'm looking forward to see how this one gets resolved!

I was provided an ARC of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.
430 reviews
July 13, 2019
Yet another amazing book from Nana Malone!
Full of characters from previous books (which just makes me smile as I love hearing about them again!) full of twists, turns, passion and intrigue, I just love it!
Zia is a fantastic bodyguard who hasn’t had the easiest life and totally deserves someone to care for her and love her, goes to work for Derrick, the billionaire and cousin to King Sebastian, only Derrick isn't who he seems.
I could absolutely see where the story was going but the ending of this book still shocked me even though it was completely what I thought!
I now have to be patient and wait for the 2nd book, please don’t let it be a long wait!!
I received an arc of this book from the author and happily leave my honest opinion.
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1,743 reviews
July 15, 2019
From the Winston Isles, Nana Malone has once again given us readers another royal couple to fall in live with. Derrick is not just a Royal, but a billionaire who needs protection and Zia is the perfect knight for the job. The chemistry between Derrick and Zia is off the charts and the inner dialogue is "on point". As Derrick and Zia get closer both find themselves in the position of protecting their hearts as well as their lives. This is a fun, flirty story with cameo appearances from Team Winston Isles and Royal Elite and the right amount of heat and heart. This being a duet, I knew there was another part to the story, but this books ending has my mind in overdrive thinking of what comes next. Loved it!
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Author 2 books3 followers
July 18, 2019
I have never read Nana Malone before so I went into this book without any expectations. Which meant I had no idea it was part of a duet and would involve a cliffhanger.

I really enjoyed the premise as well as the suspenseful undertones but I just didn't feel as though I was being brought into the love story enough to make a connection with these characters. I struggled to get into the story. I couldn't feel the connection between Zia and Theo even though I liked them both very much. Apparently almost all the characters in this book were introduced in previous books so maybe that's why I wasn't feeling connected. Or maybe it was just me. Either way it's unfortunate because from what I could gather these stories take part in an interesting world.
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645 reviews25 followers
July 23, 2019
5 Stars! Must read series! Seriously Nana, you rock! I'm loving the individual stories of the Royals of Winston Isles. Each series has been suspenseful and well written. The characters are awesome! Each one having their own uniqueness. Zia is a strong determined women who takes her job seriously. Derrick is a billionaire Playboy who is a pain in the... These two have to work together because Derrick was almost kidnapped and is a member of the Royal family, what's the worst that could happen? I highly recommend every individual series for The Royals of Winston Isles! My heart dropped at the end because I have to wait for what happens next.
***ARC provided in return for honest review, read for Sweet and Spicy Reads***
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1,009 reviews11 followers
August 6, 2019
I found this to be a confusing read. On the one hand, I liked that the main female character was strong and could fend for herself and that the male was the one who needed protection. That was a neat role reversal from the usual. However, I felt that the plot was a little overly-convoluted. I could never quite get a grasp on any real locations, and it all seemed too contrived. I also guessed one of the plot points very early on. There were interesting parts, but overall I would have to wait to see how the story plays out to decide if it was good or not. For more thoughts, please visit my blog at Fireflies and Free Kicks Fiction Reviews. This review was written based on a complimentary pre-release digital ARC of the book.
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1,045 reviews
July 17, 2019
Nana Malone continues to impress with her Duets. This time the billionaire, Derrick Arlington, has hired a doppleganger to be him for a month. When Theo takes on the role it seemed easy right up until someone threatens him. He hires a bodyguard and quickly they are attracted to each other. How can Theo have a relationship with Zia while keeping such a big secret. At the same time, he is trying to figure out what is fishy with the acquisition that Derrick is supposed to be overseeing.
As always, This first book in the duet leaves you hanging at a high point in the story and you won't be able to wait for book 2 to come out.
I received an advanced copy of this book.
292 reviews1 follower
July 14, 2019
I don't know how Nana Malone does it; but she has another 5⭐ + book with Bodyguard to the Billionaire.
Derrick Arlington is a rude, pompous ass. So when Zia is put in charge of protecting him, she is intrigued with the version of the man she meets. But after two failed kidnapping attempts and some very out of character good deeds, Zia is starting to question the man who insists she call him Theo in bed.
Mystery abounds in Bodyguard to the Billionaire. The Winston Royal Family and King's Knights all join in the latest adventure to come to the shores of the Winston Isles.

I read an ARC of Bodyguard to the Billionare, absolutely loved it, and willingly left this honest review!
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3,402 reviews
July 17, 2019
4.5 stars. I really enjoyed this book. I was so caught up in this story that I completely forgot it was part of a duet until I reached that last page.

Theo and Zia were so good together. Witty, fun, and sexy come to mind. Even when they were giving each other grief you could sense the chemistry and sexual tension building between them.

There was mystery, intrigue, and suspense. I had some suspicions very early in in the book that I was just waiting to have confirmed. Eventually they were. I can't wait for book 2 that will undoubtedly answer more questions left unasked and unanswered in book one.

I voluntarily read and reviewed the Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
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582 reviews3 followers
July 18, 2019
Oooohhhh, somebody's in trouble.

Men cannot be trusted. Zia has been burned so she does not open up and let herself trust easily. Her ex is a douche, but you would think working with Jax and Trace she would see not all men are like her ex.

Derrick Arlington is known to be a class Act (with a capital A). But he seems different. Why? What game is he playing?

Ms Malone has me cursing her out right now wanting the conclusion to this story. How dare she leave me hanging like she did. I'm not sure I can wait two months to find out what happens. Here's hoping I can bribe her for an early copy.
515 reviews
July 23, 2019
Nana Malone writes another sexy story filled with intrigue and mystery. Derrick hires Theo, a man who could be his twin, to pretend he is Derrick for a month. The price he is paying him will save Theo's business. How hard could it be? It seems easy enough until someone tries to kill him. Since he is supposed to be Derrick, Theo is assigned a bodyguard, who just happens to be a small woman who is one sexy badass. Sparks fly between them, but Theo can't tell her the truth about his identity. If he tells anyone, he risks losing it all.

This story captured me on the first page. I couldn't put it down. I can't wait for book two of this duet.
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756 reviews7 followers
July 11, 2019
OMG what an absolutely delicious book! Every single word of it! First, I loved it because the heroine's name is Zia and she is quite the bad@ss. That was awesome because my daughters name is Zia, and you don't see that name alot so it got points with me for that. Then Theo/Derrick... SWOON! All that AND he has a good heart? Trust me, if you love romance you will love Theo from the get go. I don't want to spoil anything, but every time you turn the page THE PLOT THICKENS! I'm so rooting for these two, they truly deserve each other and whatever happiness they find along the way!
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133 reviews25 followers
July 14, 2019
I have been in a book slump lately, but this book pulled me out! This is my first book by Nana Malone. The characters were witty, sassy, sexy, and everything you could hope for. I am looking forward to the next installment with excitement. I really enjoyed Nana’s writing style. I now plan on going back and reading previous series to get more backstory on the other side characters. This can be read as a standalone from her previous series, but is a duet. She did really well for the people who are new to her books. Definitely recommend.
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