Protective

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐If you enjoy shifter romances, this is one to curl up with. Grab a glass of wine and settle in, you’re in for a hell of a ride. ~a Barnes and Noble reader

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This was my first book by Ms. Sylvian but I can assure you it will not be my last. I immediately pre-ordered the next book in this series. Hot sexy guy, strong female characters, bad guy gets his comeuppance. Great storyline. You won’t be disappointed with this story!
~ an Amazon reader

  • Protector
  • Beauty and the Beast
  • Fated Mates
  • Don’t judge a book by its cover
  • Recovery
  • Shifter romance
  • Secret Billionaire
  • Vampires and wolves
  • Genetic discovery

Book Club Questions

The Power of a Charm In the opening chapter, Honey instinctively reaches for her protective amulet the moment she spots Bryce. What does this small physical object reveal about how she has coped with trauma? How does the title Protective resonate differently when you consider that Honey is already seeking protection before Morgan ever enters the picture?

Morgan’s Restraint as Heroism Morgan knows it’s too soon to sweep in and claim Honey, and as a foundations specialist, he consciously draws on that professional metaphor — understanding that trust must be laid before anything else can be built. How does this patience distinguish him from the typical paranormal romance alpha? Do you find his deliberate restraint more or less compelling than a more aggressive hero would be?

The Alpha and the Abuse Survivor (When Morgan lays eyes on Honey, he recognizes her as his fated mate, yet the road to claiming her is described as filled with danger, fumbling, fun, and a lot of understanding. Given that Honey is recovering from psychological abuse, how does the “fated mates” trope complicate or enrich her healing journey? Can destiny and genuine consent coexist, or does the fated bond create its own kind of pressure?

Science Meets Myth The Palatine family can trace their lineage back to the founding of Rome, but now science has caught up with their mythology, threatening to expose their secrets. What does the collision of ancient shifter lore with modern DNA testing say about the vulnerability of communities that have long survived by hiding? How does this external threat mirror Honey’s own experience of having her private life threatened by someone from her past?

The scent of coffee was strong. The smell of her fear was stronger.

Morgan Palatine wants to wrap Honey in his embrace and keep her from harm. But it’s too soon. He can’t just sweep in and claim her. As a foundations specialist, he knows the importance of establishing trust before the rest of the relationship can be built.

Honey knows the dangers of judging a book by its cover. Her abusive ex is a shining example that looks are deceiving. She’s trying to get past the superficial barriers of Morgan’s job and his proclivity for wearing plaid shirts, now if he would just kiss her already.

Morgan will do whatever it takes to support Honey but when he leaves to face impending dangers, she’s left on her own to deal with her own personal demons and inadequacies.

A recent truce between the long-time family rivals the Palatines and the Aventines, is well-timed as the new allies share information that presents the science behind their mythology.

However, an attempt on Morgan’s life alludes to impending danger on a grander scale.

Is there a connection between the attempt on Morgan’s life and the scientific discovery? Are the Aventines really playing nice and new allies? Morgan needs to find out who is on his side all while he gets his head on straight so he doesn’t blow his chances with Honey.

Read an Excerpt

Morgan made a fist and a kakshew noise as he mimicked the motions of the character with the long blades bursting from his fists.

That’s hot,” Honey pointed at his fist. “Okay, yes, including mutants and blue aliens.”

Morgan cocked an eyebrow at her.

What? I watched a lot of anime as a kid. Blue aliens are totally hot,” Honey defended herself.

Okay, so if you wanted to marry a blue alien or mutants with dangerous knuckles, you should be allowed to?”

Honey nodded at his understanding.

What if excessive body hair was your mutant power?”

Honey laughed. “You mean like a yeti or something?”

Morgan nodded.

Well, yes, they should be allowed to marry whomever they want. It won’t be me. I don’t have a furry fetish.”

Caught off guard, Morgan laughed up his drink. He grabbed a napkin over his face to stop the beer from spraying all over the wings and Honey. She snorted with laughter. Morgan laughed with her.

Well, that’s good to know,” he said once he regained his composure. “No excessive hair for Honey, not even if it’s blue?”

She shook her head as she continued to laugh.

Okay, what about supernaturals?” he asked.

Supernaturals? Ghosts? It would be really hard to marry a ghost.” Honey’s brows furrowed as she tried to figure out where Morgan was going with this line of questioning.

Like vampires and werewolves.” he corrected.

Totally hot.” Honey put her hands up.

So you’re telling me that you would knowingly marry a vampire or a werewolf?” Morgan sat back watching her.

Honey was animated, her arms gesticulating as she explained her thoughts on the matter. “It all depends really. I mean are we talking the original legends or any variation of modern versions? Dracula was freaking sexy in his pursuit of youth, but the whole ripping-the-throat-out thingy, not so good. Now if he could magically seal the wound and having your neck sucked on was really as orgasmic as they want you to believe in the books, sure, why not?”

Do you think they’re out there? Vampires, werewolves?”

Mutants? I don’t even think as humans we really know what it is we don’t know. Too many weird situations that can’t be explained. Too many species we haven’t even discovered. Who’s to say mutants aren’t real. If vampires can hide really well, how do we know they don’t exist?”

Morgan nodded as she talked. “How many vampire movies have you seen?”

All of them.”

What about werewolves?” he asked.

Probably. I’ve always thought of myself as a vampire girl really. I think their aesthetic appeals to me. Ethereal, yet powerful. I’ve always been drawn to things that are more tragic and beautiful. I can see why Goth culture is so alluring. But the idea of werewolves is pretty darn cool. I guess it would depend. I mean you can prepare for the full moon and what that entails. Just make sure you’re always in a place with a safe room. Shapeshifters, werepanthers, tigers, yeah. That’s scary and sexy all at once. The lack of control into a dangerous beast that’s truly frightening, but then they are always supposed to be hyper-über sexy beings.” She paused and leaned forward on the table. She pointed at Morgan. “What was the point I was making?”

Consensual adults should be the ones deciding who they are going to marry and not policy makers,” Morgan said smoothly.

Right,” Honey chuckled, “I got lost with the vampires.”

Don’t forget the furries.” Morgan chuckled.

Book Details

ISBN: 978-1948059602
ASIN:
Publish Date: January 18, 2018 by Griffyn Ink
Book 1 of 9: Legatum
| 330 pages |

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
What I love most about this author’s writing is the emotion she evokes.

Lulu’s writing is fantastic and she will keep you guessing all along.

The author paints the picture with imagery that puts you right in the middle of it.

Bingeable reading at it’s best.
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What do you do when your imaginary friends start pestering you with images of sexy male strippers and hot were-shifters? You write stories about them. Well, that's what I did! Oh, and then I combine them and toss them in a kilt for good measure! Hi, my name is Lulu and I write sexy hot contemporary and paranormal romance. Welcome to my website. Making the Para "Normal" and the Supernatural Extraordinary.

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