GUARD
DARK MOON RISING
ELLIE POND
Copyright © 2022 by Ellie Pond
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Developmental editing: Erin Grey
Copy Editing: Lori Diederich
Cover: Natasha Snow Designs
CONTENTS
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
Chapter 26
Chapter 27
Chapter 28
Chapter 29
Chapter 30
Chapter 31
Chapter 32
Epilogue
Hidden Valley Wolves
Also by Ellie Pond
About the Author
Acknowledgments
1
The puff of smoke blew back in her face. Charred bits of paper swirled around the room, and the soot settled on her shoulder. She had focused too hard and held her papers too close, and they caught fire, flames trailing upward in a round circle of ash. Not enough to cause harm, but enough to possibly set off the alarm.
The story revolves around a dedicated security professional or guardian who is tasked with protecting a high-profile individual or sensitive location. As the plot unfolds, the protagonist faces escalating threats and complex challenges that test their skills and resolve.
