Books like Damaged by Debra Webb

Dakota Garrett, part of the elite Equalizers, takes on what should be a routine assignment: follow a woman. The mission quickly spirals into a deadly investigation involving a kidnapped victim, skeletal remains, and a pregnant woman in crisis. Dakota, haunted by past demons and a shadowy history, must navigate the perilous Chicago streets to rescue both the damsel and her missing boss. With the help of a determined temp agent, Lucky Malone, Dakota faces his greatest fear while trying to protect the woman he falls in love with. In the aftermath, he must decide whether to become the hero he has always avoided. This tense romance‑suspense story weaves together kidnapping, private investigation, and the personal turmoil of a veteran operative as he battles both external threats and internal ghosts to save those who depend on him.

First publish date: 2011