Thank you NetGalley, Macmillan Audio, and Katherine Center for this advance reader copy in exchange for my honest review.

Someone needs to buy the movie rights to this book ASAP!! Katherine Center's writing was so good that I could vividly see every scene in my head as I read it. This story could be easily be made into a movie and be the best romance movie of the year. The Bodyguard was so beautifully written that it is my most favorite romance novel of 2022. It was so easy to be captivated by the story of Hannah and Jack, rooting for them from the very first encounter as movie star and "cleaning lady"!

I am not ashamed to admit that I became so attached to these characters that I shed a tears a few times after each of them shared tough experiences from their past. Katherine Center did an amazing job writing about and capturing the pain each character experienced with death, heartache, domestic abuse, and just what you'll do for family.

Patti Murin did a phenomenal job narrating The Bodyguard. Her narration made it that much easier to connect with the character, experience their experiences with them, feel their heartache, and even feel those falling-in-love feelings.

💗BOOK REVIEW💗
The Bodyguard by @katherinecenter
Mark your calendars- this one comes out July 19th and is the perfect summer book!
💗Don't let Hannah's petite frame and kindergarten-teacher looks fool you... she could kill you with a corkscrew if needed. Luckily she is ten steps ahead of everyone else and prefers to see danger miles ahead of time and sidesteps every threat. Her job is her life. Taking a day off is torture. She thrives on planning, always being aware of her surroundings and outsmarting everyone. When she is put in charge of a very low level threat (who happens to be a movie star) Hannah is miffed. There's no present danger, no travel assignment, just following a pretty boy around her boring home town in Texas. This was not the excitement she was craving.
💗Such a delightful story. Smart, funny and a perfect feel- good romcom.

Wow... I think this is my first Katherine Center book and it will definitely not be my last! There's a lot to enjoy about this book - it's sweet, heartwarming (this will definitely having you feel all the feels!), funny, and I loved that in this storyline, the bodyguard was the heroine! The first time Hannah and Jack meet is just... so good (IKYKY) lol

It also incorporates a fake dating trope, which is just * chefs kiss *, and had some great banter (always a plus!). Loved the incorporation of Jack's family and I was definitely not expecting that ending, which was a nice twist!

Also, to note, the audiobook was great!

Rating: 4 stars

this was the kind of book you listen to when you want to read something that you know the story to. it's like a comfort read in it's predictability and obvious plot and twists... but it's sweet and hits the right spot. the narration was brilliant as always.

The Bodyguard is a cute and flirty book. The narrator really nailed this. Her voice was so perfect for this book. Patti Muran captured the characters with her cute and down-to-earth nature. When she did switch between characters it was seamless and again fit in so perfectly with the story.

The bodyguard is a adorably sweet grumpy sunshine story. Always love flirty banter. There was a little bit of every trope in the book grumpy sunshine, close proximity, fake relationship to name a few. Easy clean romantic book. 3.5 stars

This book was such a cute, funny romance. You wouldn’t believe Hannah was a bodyguard and neither did Jack, a famous movie star, but she showed him just how she could take down one of his stalkers. The book was so good, I didn’t want to stop. The narrator really brought the book to life. Thanks for the opportunity to listen to it, NetGalley and Macmillan Audio!

Five stars! I loved this one. This book hooked me in right away and was a lovely escape from reality. I loved the characters and the twist at the end was not expected!!
Thank you NetGalley, the publisher, and to the Author for allowing me to read this ARC.

I follow Katherine Center on social media, so I know she was writing a book about the Houston area. I didn’t know it would be about my back yard. I really enjoyed this story. It was a perfect little romcom set by the Brazos River. When I first started the book, I thought the bodyguard would be the male character, boy was I wrong. I actually liked that she was a little broken but strong on the outside.

The book read like a movie plot. If this one isn’t made into a movie, I will be so disappointed. It reminded me of the 90s heyday of romcom movies that I would binge/comfort watch.

I love Katherine Center books. I was very impressed with this one. Definitely did not let me down. Thank you to NetGalley and MacMillian audio for allowing me to preview this book. It was the highlight of my week!

I really enjoyed this audio book. I rounded up a 4.5/5. At times, it seemed a bit drawn out but the overall story was 5/5. The follow up with characters in the epilogue was nice.

Narrator was 5/5. She was great. I really liked that she did a variation of octave for different characters and switched back and forth seamlessly several times.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher and audio companies who allowed me early access to the audiobook.

I was very pleasantly surprised in more ways than one by this book. First and foremost, the protagonist is the bodyguard - which I did not expect at all! It made for a really great plot and Hannah Brooks is one of my new favourite leading ladies.

The next surprise, and perhaps this was due to the fact that I listened rather than read this book, is that it was quite funny. Not quite comedy of errors funny but a little bit beyond typical contemporary romance funny.

It’s mostly closed door but you’ll still get google eyed over Jack (!!!) and the beautiful Texas ranch setting is just perfect for Jack and Hannah’s adventures!

Can Hannah protect Jack and her heart?

This was the cutest book! This was my first ever Katherine Center, and it will not be my last! I enjoyed every bit of it, but their banter was my favorite. Such a beautiful love story!

This was such a fun read! I thought Hannah was such a great character, and Jack was a sweetheart. The premise was a little far fetched, but it worked so well for the story. There were several twists I didn't see coming, and it just made it better. And there were times I literally laughed out loud while listening to this. Definitely recommend.

Thank you Netgalley for the advanced listening copy! This book really worked for me, and made me laugh and cry (always a sign of a great story), so I highly recommend it for a great blend of comedy, sweetness, and poignancy. I kind of debated giving it 5 stars, but decided to give it all the praise for the simple fact that this book is charming, feeling like a warm hug. Hannah is a bodyguard in Texas, who gets put on the case of the movie star Jack, directly after her mom dies and she’s dumped by a coworker for her best friend. But though she’s on shaky emotional ground while protecting him, Jack and her find laughter and love while attempting to fend off a corgi, sweater knitting stalker. This book did a lot of things I like in a romantic comedy, but the things that really stand out to me: how much the main characters laugh together, the realistic portrayal of grief within a comedic setting, and the insecurity and challenge of letting yourself fall in love - but then how beautiful it is when you let go and lean into the beauty of a trusting relationship. Also, the narrator is great - keeping great pacing and tones throughout - I will definitely be looking for their name on other audiobooks! Overall, I highly recommend this book for fans of contemporary romantic comedies, adventure, and sweetness.

The Bodyguard by Katherine Center is a cute Rom-Com. The story was a bit predictable, but was fun and entertaining.

Hannah works for a security team.. she’s a petite 5’6” (or so she says) bodyguard, but she knows how to throw you down. Her ex, Robby and so called best friend, Taylor are also on the team. They are hired to protect Jack Stapleton, a famous Movie star from a stalker. Jack definitely knows how to act, and Hannah is constantly trying to figure out if he’s acting or if it’s real.

I would recommend reading The Bodyguard.
Thank you NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This story is as charming and romantic as can be! Katherine Center always crafts a winner and “the Bodyguard” is no exception.

This was really fun. If you are in the mood for a light rom-com, this is a good choice.


Review copy provided by publisher.

Absolutely loved this book. Hannah is a bodyguard. Let’s stop there for a second. Tiny female bodyguard trained in jujitsu? Yes!! When she is tasked with protecting a reclusive actor named Jack, Hannah is pushed into a situation where her detachment is pushed aside.

I love that this book doesn’t follow a typical romance arc. It is realistic and the characters are believable.

Thank you to Macmillan Audio and Netgalley for this ARC listen. The narrator was perfect in this audiobook.

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/4653846313

I didn't like this book...I LOVED IT!! I love that Hannah and I were talking things through out the whole book, it made me really feel part of the story. I laughed so much during listening to this book. The Bodyguard has been one of my absolute favorites this year. If funny, snappy, pop culture filled dialogue is your jam, this is it!! An amazing feel good, funny story The Bodyguard checks all this boxes and then some...

The Bodyguard by Katherine Center

You’d never guess it by looking at her, but Hannah Brooks is the ultimate executive protector agent (yep the bodyguard). Short and sweet, she doesn’t seem the type who could take down an armed attacker. Though she has the skills to do so, her ability to read the situation and plan for potential threat means she rarely has to use her jujitsu or other skills.

This makes her the perfect protector for Jack Stapleton, a famous and of course gorgeous movie star.

Hannah’s job: to pose as Jack’s girlfriend and help keep his risk of harm low as he visits his estranged family home. How hard could this be? Living in a family home, sleeping in a double bed with a overly hot movie star? Hannah struggles to remain professionally detached from him and his lovely family.

But it’s not all sunshine and roses.

Neither Hannah nor Jack is a stranger to the life-altering effects of loss. Their coping methods are a little different: Hannah buries herself in her work and Jack withdraws from the world.

And the threat to Jack, not an imaginary thing.

I loved this book. First, Hannah remains dedicated to her career, not abandoning her dream for a man. Second, Jack isn’t without his flaws. Third, the author seemingly anticipates my questions as I’m reading, filling in the details at the right time. It’s indescribable really, her timing and her ability to move the plot. Finally, narrator Patti Murin lends her outstanding voice to this book giving additional life to the characters

My rating 5* minus .25* for a ridiculously long epilogue. Goodreads 5* StoryGraph 4.75. Posting to Ig @foldingthepage soon!

Recommended for readers who like a strong female lead and are looking for an action filled romcom, light on overly descriptive intimate scenes.

Thank you @Netgalley and @macmillan.audio for this advance audio copy