Legacy of Danger

Cowboys of Copper River #3

by Jillian David

Prodigal son and MMA fighter Vaughn Taggart fled his family's ranch when his burgeoning psychic abilities and disastrous decisions destroyed his brother's marriage. But his sister's urgent plea for help prior to her being brutally attached by a demonic monster and the escalating threats from the rival Brand ranch in a ploy to obtain Taggart land, have lured Vaughn back to Copper River, Wyoming—but only long enough to get his family back on track. Nothing could make him stay where he no longer fits in.

Fresh out of residency and looking to escape a darkened past, Mariah West has her hands full with a new practice in a rural hospital. Forever underfoot and brazenly challenging her care of his sister, the powerfully muscled Vaughn Taggart racks her nerves and arouses her body.

When Mariah's selfless concern for a patient makes her a pawn in the hands of the Brands, she discovers a fierce protector behind Vaughn’s wounded soul and a man with an extraordinary gift.

Now, Mariah and Vaughn must move beyond their pasts and unite to defeat the intensifying evil targeting the Taggart family--an evil that mortals can neither imagine nor fight.

Genres: Romance

Kindle Edition

Published August 1, 2024

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Award-winning and bestselling author and physician Jillian David quickly writes then slowly edits medical romance, paranormal romance, and romantic suspense books. She loves to use medical situations and characters to drive drama in her books. Her favorite cell is the platelet and her least-favorite organ is the pancreas. She fully believes that curse words, when appropriately deployed during surgery, are hemostatic. Which also explains why no book of hers will ever bleed out...

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Here's what readers are saying:
- "You will not want to start this book right before bed like I did because you won’t want to go to sleep."
- "...a highly original, paranormal, second chance, romantic suspense novel on steroids, and it kept me turning pages until dawn, and it gets 5 bleary-eyed stars from this reader."
- "I started this incredible paranormal suspense filled love story and couldn't put it down. I stayed up the entire night reading it."
- "Such an awesome read. As soon as I started it, I couldn't put it down. I even stayed home from the gym just to be able to finish this in the same day."
- "(T)his author sure knows how to write torture scenes and make you feel the physical abuse the characters are going through!"
- "(T)his (writer) can make you twist around in your seat in an effort to not pee yourself from fear."
- "Jillian writes incredibly interesting characters in situations that keep you reading late into the night, even if you have to work the next morning."
- "Just read the 4-book story (The Cowboys of Copper River series) to the end, started yesterday afternoon! Couldn't put it down, except for 3 hours when I fell asleep early this morning."

YUKON VALLEY, ALASKA (medical romance)
1) Dr. Alaska
2) Paging Dr. Breakup
3) Five Alarm Love

HELL TO PAY (paranormal romance)
1) Immortal Flame
2) Relentless Flame
3) Flame Unleashed
4) Flame's Dawn

HELL'S VALLEY (paranormal western romance)
1) Legacy of Lies
2) Legacy Lost
3) Legacy of Danger
4) Legacy Found

PROJECT MORPHEUS (military romantic suspense)
1) Fallen Comrade
2) Hidden Comrade
3) Silent Comrade

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Reviews

[Carol [Goodreads Addict] · Rating 4 out of 5]

Legacy of Danger is book three in the Hell’s Valley series by Jillian David. This series can be read as stand alones. There is enough information given to be able to pick up the thread of the previous two books. But, it would make it easier if you started at the beginning so you can better understand this family and the battle they are fighting.

Vaughn Taggart is the oldest of the Taggart siblings. We know from the previous books that Vaughn has been missing for a year. With all of the danger the family is facing, Shelby left Vaughn a message telling him they needed him, that they were in danger. So he finally came home, only to find his sister and Eric gravely injured.

Each of the Taggart siblings have a special ability. We don’t know yet where these abilities originate from. Vaughn’s is a sort of danger detector. While Vaughn has been away, he has been in New York. He has been fighting MMA and his ability helps him to win matches. The training has helped him regain focus in his life. His plan in coming home is to help his family through whatever is going on, then leave again. He doesn’t feel like he fits in on the ranch any more.



The Brand family’s ranch sits adjacent to the Taggart ranch. The Brands have been enemies of the Taggarts for years. There is something going on with them but the Taggarts have no idea what it is, only that they are up to something no good.

Mariah West has been out of her medical residency for almost a year now. She has mountains of medical school debt so she is practicing in the small, rural town of Copper River, Wyoming. If she stays a certain number of years, they will pay off her debt. It’s on a night when she is on duty in the emergency room when two people severely injured are brought in, Shelby and Eric. Accompanying them are Shelby’s brothers. It’s the stoic man in the corner that catches Mariah’s attention. She feels drawn to him somehow, he calms her, makes her feel safe. But his expression says something altogether different, stay away.

Vaughn can’t understand his reaction to the country doctor. His inner ability suddenly changes. It doesn’t want to protect him, it wants to protect her. He practically can’t stand to be any distance from her, his inner ability wants to be near, to protect her. Vaughn can’t be attracted to anyone here. He’s not staying, when this is over, he’s leaving.



As Shelby and Eric recuperate, Vaughn is shocked to realize what has been going on here. He comes face to face with the evil black entity that has been threatening his family. Also, one of the Brand brothers, Wyatt, has taken an interest in Mariah and he needs to protect her.



We get a little more information about the connection between the Taggart family and Ruth and Odie. They came into the picture in the previous book but now we understand a little bit more of why they are there.



As the connection between Vaughn and Mariah grows, so does the danger. Vaughn’s ability continues to change and grow.

I did enjoy this book. There is so much going on and I am dying to know how they are going to win this battle. I did have a bit of trouble jumping in, though. It’s been quite some time since the last book and I had a bit of trouble remembering the details from the previous books. But, as I said, after a bit, enough details were given to help me pick the thread back up. One thing that bothered me a bit was the hot and cold between Mariah and Vaughn, on both their parts. He wants her, then he doesn’t want her because he isn’t good for her. She wants him, then she doesn’t want him, because he’s leaving. This went back and forth several times and it got a bit old after awhile. With that being said, the danger this family is dealing with is incredible and I really want to know how it all comes out. I imagine that the author, Jillian, especially enjoyed writing about Mariah since she herself is a country doctor.

Book four, Legacy Found, will be the last sibling, Kerr’s story, and I’m thinking that Izzy will be his love interest. I hope so anyway. So, I am enjoying this series. I just didn’t feel the connection as much as I wanted to between these two with all the on and off stuff. I am looking forward to the next book, though.

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[Dianne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vaughn Taggart hasn’t been home since that fateful night he destroyed more than his relationship with his brother. Only a desperate plea for help could bring him home, because he no longer “fits” on the family ranch. That plea came from his sister, just before she was attacked by a monster and left near dead.

Mariah West is seeking solace and safety in the small town of Copper River. As a new physician in the rural hospital, she is responsible for keeping Shelby alive and Vaughn isn’t about to let her off easy as he dogs her every move and she can’t say she doesn’t like his constant scrutiny.

Evil is stalking the Taggarts, an evil not of this world and Shelby’s injuries are only the tip of the iceberg. As Vaughn’s psychic abilities blare like warning sirens, he finds himself becoming Mariah’s protector, too, against the vile attentions of the Brand family “boys.”

What is it about Mariah that makes Vaughn want to stick around, if only for a while? What woman could handle his family’s abilities? What woman could see beyond his “differences” and love him as man? Better he should disappear than ever hurt her…

Jillian David’s LEGACY OF DANGER pits the entire Taggart family against a demonic evil that threatens their destruction. With their powers seemingly burgeoning out of control, do they stand a chance against a concentrated demonic attack?

Wonderful characters, a family that comes together against danger, a touch of the paranormal and two people with damaged pasts risking their hearts on a chance at happiness in their futures. Will love and attraction be enough for Mariah and Vaughn?

I love this series, this family and Jillian David’s ability to create tension, urgency and romance interspersed with a touch of humor, and some good old fashioned fear of the unknown.

I received a complimentary ARC edition from Jillian David!

Series: Hell's Valley - Book 3
Publisher: ePublishing Works! (October 16, 2018)
Publication Date: October 16, 2018
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Page Count: 281 pages
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[Lydia · Rating 4 out of 5]

“You’re what’s most important to me. You, Mariah. More than money, more than my career back in the big city, more than fighting. I want you more than all of those things.” – Vaughn Taggart

Holy shmuzzles, you guys! Vaughn's story is here, and may I say, Jillian David is killing it in this series!

In the previous book, we left our beloved Taggarts with Shelby and Eric finally united - although not without a ton of hardships thrown their way. It was then that we witnessed the delicious argument between Vaughn - the eldest Taggart kid who is FINALLY back in town - and the good doctor who, as she said, has been seeing way too much of them Taggarts in her hospital. Mariah West is a tough-as-nails, no-nonsense woman who is strict and professional with her clients, yet would give her own life for them. Not just because it's her job, but also because she cares. Enter Vaughn and his hard-headed attempts at keeping her away from his family's drama - yet still hungering for her presence and safety. BAM! You got yourself a mess that only gets worse with the Brands and their sinister schemes - not to mention, there's still a dark force on the loose, thirsty for Taggart blood and world domination!

I love Jillian David and her stories. She's a true master of romance-supernatural-slightly horror combos, and keeps proving it by each new book. Now, this series, it takes the awesome one step further - it has cowboys in it, and the yumminess just escalates from there.

But it's so much more than that. It's not just combining genres and elements and making it look good - you have to take care of the quality, as well. And this is where she's got it just right.



Vaughn's book was full of suspense and action, and there was not a single moment of peace. Danger is everywhere now for the Taggart family - and heck yeah, we got more Ruth scenes, go, Nurse Ratched! - and their enemies hold quite important positions in town, making their life literal hell. Which only gets worse considering their abilities and how they affect their routines. It's also nice to know that the writer hasn't forgotten about things that are yet to be solved.

Case in point, Garrison's wife and Vaughn. We still don't know for sure what really happened, but it's still being addressed, even more intensely than in the first book, and I have the feeling we'll finally know the truth when the 4th book gets out. The technique of answering some questions but creating even more by doing so is a delicate kind of art, and cannot be done without aggravating a reader, but Jillian David manages to pull it off every single time.

Now, let's talk characters. Admittedly, Vaughn was not exactly a personal favorite. It could be because I'm a hardcore Kerr fangirl and the eldest brother was too... angry (?) for my tastes. Then again, Garrison was even worse, so no complains there. Both brothers have been burned, and their relationship was ruined because of a single woman, and they closed themselves off to protect their hearts from the world AND each other - but at least they finally got to talk it out a bit and remember the strength of family bonds. Still, Vaughn had more baggage than just that single event - and it showed. He was hot and cold, one minute making me cringe, and the next had me swooning. He was gruff even when he was trying to be sweet, and that gave him extra points in my book - but boy could he jam his foot up to the ankle in his mouth, or what...



It was a good thing Mariah knew what she wanted and was a steady, accepting person. Her past was much darker than Vaughn's, in my opinion, yet she still chose to look forward and to help those around her. She was selfless to a fault, and her heart was the biggest thing yet. It didn't hurt that she had a backbone to boot, either. She wasn't naive, not by a long shot, but she knew that she couldn't just ignore a patient or someone in need of help, even if it meant sacrificing her own safety.

Those two together were a ticking bomb waiting to happen, though in a good way. Once they finally got past all the misunderstandings and insecurities, they were explosive, and I loved that. Vaughn isn't someone who would be able to settle with a quiet, mousy female, and Mariah needed a man who would be stubborn enough to keep her on her toes, yet still have the balls to let her lead, as she obviously was the more mature one - emotionally speaking.

The fight with the "creature" had me freaking out, as usual. Now we know some more of his weaknesses, and sort of have grasped parts of what it needs and why. I dare say, I have a theory on what - or, rather, who - it is, but I'm keeping it to myself for now.



Next up is Kerr - and I'm telling you, the moment this boy is out, I'm howling to the moon and letting the whole world know!

“When I’m with you, I feel safe, and you’re right, it’s not just your power. It’s you, Vaughn.” – Mariah West

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[InD'tale Magazine · Rating 4 out of 5]

This thrilling good-versus-evil romance sends delicious chills down readers’ spines as the increasing evil wreaks havoc in its bid to destroy the Taggart family.

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[Books Laid Bare · Rating 4 out of 5]

I didn’t realise that this was part of a series when I picked this up, but I don’t think that I lost anything by that mistake because this read perfectly well as a standalone novel. So, if you haven’t read the others then I would suggest that you do but if you don’t have time, don’t worry too much because it’s not a huge deal.
Vaughn left home vowing never to return and with a family like his that was a tough decision to make but he had made some decisions growing up that were dubious to say the least, so in his mind getting away was his best option, so he hit the road and ended up in New York and he has been minding his own business or should I say staying out of the family business up until now. But when he gets a frantic phone call from his sister, there wasn’t a single second of hesitation as he packed up his things and headed home, the one place he never wanted to return too…whilst he was certain there was too much of the past there for him to deal, I understood why he may well have been reticent to head back to the ranch but when push came to shove, none of that mattered because they are his family and when they need him, he was darn sure that he is going to be there for them.
Vaughn was a complicated character that had more than most to deal with, powers that many could never understand but he loved his family. Vaughn was the sort of guy that played life like a fiddle and at times I was wondering just what he might get up to next, but the author didn’t keep me hanging on too long. I liked the fact that he despite everything and I do mean everything that was going on with him and his family and the powers that were trying to beat them down, he also had to find time to work through the emotions that Mariah West brought to the surface.
Mariah was the doctor on duty when Vaughn’s sister Shelby was taken to hospital after her mishap ( or was it? You need to read to find out) on the mountains. Mariah was working hard to get her head above water and clear some of the debt that she had amassed whilst training to be a doctor, she is comfortable in Copper Ridge, she knows the locals, or at least she thought she did, up until Vaughn rocked up at her hospital and they are both caught unawares by an instant attraction.
Whilst Mariah’s past was painful, and Vaughn’s past continued to plague him, I wasn’t sure that either of them would be able to find their way to leave their demons behind them. It was almost impossible to see if they would be able to find that clarity and direction. Vaugh had a lot to get to grips with and there were times when I didn’t really agree with the way he dealt with his situation, but I suppose everyone has the capacity to be a total a$$ at times, and Vaughn was the perfect example of that…but stick with him, please.
I loved the Taggart family, each of them had something special to bring to the mix, this was no normal family and their situation is also far from ordinary but then again that is what makes them and in turn this story even more enjoyable.

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

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And we’re back to our saga of psychic cowboys! Book three Hell’s Valley follows the eldest brother, Vaughn, as he returns home after receiving a call of danger from his sister. Because he’s been gone a long period of time and has trouble adjusting to all the changes and feels guilty for not being there to protect his family. While Vaughn tries to mend things with his family, a new supernatural being has the Taggarts on defense once again.

The more Mariah and Vaughn spend time together at the hospital the greater their attraction becomes to one another. Before they jump into a relationship though, it both seems like they are holding back secrets and need to overcome their problems in order to heal. Has a tough exterior due to his MMA fighting and is hard-headed, jumps to conclusions and Mariah has a brazen personality. Both have such a headstrong personality that they continue to butt heads. After taking a closer look, Vaughn and Shelby are broken individuals that are trying to heal. They kind of connect on the same wavelength and they try to help each other out by working through the demons of their past.

The evil that comes to terrorize the Taggart family in this novel is an unknown demon of some sorts. Its menacing and threatens to tear the family apart. It’s more powerful than their previous enemies so they have to band up, utilize their powers, and strategize a way to protect their farm once again. I love the strong family bond in this series and it really sticks out in the novel because they have really work together to strengthen their powers (individually and as a whole). Despite their disagreements they always stick together through thick and thin.

Even though the story is focused on Mariah and Vaughn I liked seeing the development of other Taggart siblings and their lives. I thought Vaughn powers of psychic defense and building a physical (invisible) shield was really cool. I also admired that he’s always willing to put others first. He’s the protector of the family since he’s the eldest brother, but he takes that role seriously.
I can’t wait to see where the next installment in the Hell’s Valley series will lead other readers! Such a thrilling read!

FTC Disclaimer: I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.

[BooksBooksandmoreBooks69 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yes
Finally !!
We get Vaughn’s story 😁
Book 3 in the Hell Valley Series. I’ve read the brother’s story ( Garrett in legacy of lies ) and the sisters story ( Shelby in legacy lost) And always wondered about Vaughn.
Let’s dive in shall we ......

Vaughn is the big brother to Garrett, Kerr and Shelby. He’s had a huge burden on his shoulders for a few years, and it’s slowly eaten away at him, but his family need him, so he’s going back to a place he swore he never return to.

Coming home after a frantic call from his sister he’s faced with demons (both figuratively and actual demons) and a torn up sister.

Vaughn has powers like his siblings (Garret can detect lies, Shelby can see into the future and find anyone, and anywhere. Kerr is Shelby’s twin, so they also share a link.
He knows when danger is coming and knows how to defend against it.

There is also the ongoing battle with the Brand Ranch, it’s one of the brothers from that ranch who summoned a demon. The Brand ranch want the Taggart land, and by any means necessary.

So ...... Vaughn rescues his sister and their friend (Eric) from a fall and comes face to face with the demon who wants Shelby. He manages to beat the demon back, taking both Shelby and Eric to hospital. There he meets Mariah .....

Mariah has come to Wyoming as an intern, the quiet rural hospital seems the best place to forget her past.
But when she meets bossy and unmoving Taggart brother to Shelby, she realises that maybe she should have chosen another town.

The story has them fighting their own demons and helping each other as well. Vaughn needs to be forgiven for past mistakes, but to also forgive himself, not to be so hard on himself.
And the secrets that Mariah brings with her, will she be able to let them go and move on ?
And what about the demon ? What does he want with the Taggart family?
And will the neighbouring ranch ever leave them alone ?

And will Kerr get his story ? 😉 I do hope so.



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[Bookworm · Rating 3 out of 5]

After a fallout with his family Vaughn has left the ranch and returns now only after his sister has left desperate messages for him that the family is in danger. Dr. Mariah West is the Taggart family doc and it seems as if she’s also going to “cure” Vaughn’s emotional world.

Third installment in the series and maybe not so much a standalone as the previous books because this installment starts exactly where the previous one stopped and is therefore regarding the paranormal plot not the best entry into the series. Contrary to the paranormal thread the romance between Vaughn and Mariah came to full circle. I was very much looking forward to find out how the prodigal son would fare and was a bit disappointed. Understandably his past weighs down his presence and makes his life difficult, however, his continuous on-and-off regarding Mariah was very tiering. In any case, Mariah and Vaughn found their way towards the end of the storyline. Same for the paranormal thread, which really only evolved towards the end of the book. As the “grand plot” slowly unravels throughout the installments, the paranormal elements intensify - and make my reading more difficult. As I pointed out in my reviews regarding the previous 2 installments, I’m not a big fan of paranormal elements. Consequently I had my difficulties with this aspects of the storyline. However, the author succeeded in creating an interesting story and I really want to find out what’s going to happen......Off I am to the next installment!

P. S. Who never have thought that a paranormal suspense romance would keep me riveted.... go figure!

I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily review this book. This is my honest review.

[Autumn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received this book to give an honest review.
If you read the other two books, you would know that the Taggart family has an older brother who disappeared for a year. He struggled with a lot, and he believed it would be in the family's best interest if he left and did something with his life. Vaughn is a pretty darn good MMA fighter, and when he has to come back to the ranch because of an emergency, we see just how good of a fighter he is, not just in the ring. The family is being attacked by something malevolent, and they know it comes from the Brand family. Just not sure what it exactly is that they are fighting. With their father suffering a stroke, someone name Ruth and Odin come into their lives, but who are they exactly? As the story unfolds, they have a place within the family; they need a bit more backstory. Between the Taggart family trying to stay one step ahead of the Brand family and stay alive, we see Vaughn and the new doctor who treats the families Mariah spark up a relationship. The thing that bothered me was the hot and cold between Vaughn and Mariah. It was like, 'oh, I like you, then a few minutes later, I can't be with you.' Umm, what? I can understand them going back and forth a few times, but it seemed to be ALL the time. I really love the connection that the family has with the person they are in love with. It is like a connection that can not be broken; at times, it seems like it could be suffocating, but you can tell that it is a good connection. I can't wait to see what happens in the next book; I want to know what this evil surrounds the Brand family. Where did it come from? Who is going to die, because you know that is what is going to happen.

[Yvonne · Rating 4 out of 5]

I had not read any of the books previously in the series and I was able to read this book as a standalone without getting lost. I am curious enough now about the characters to want to read the other books. This book did take me a few minutes to get into but once I understood a little better what was going on I did not want to put the book down.
Vaughn Taggart is a MMA fighter and now a businessman who ran from his family's ranch in Wyoming and his past when he made a few bad choices in life. His sister contacted him and he left New York as fast as he could because despite running away his family is most important to him and they were in trouble. When he gets there he follows his brother Kerr to a cliff where their sister Shelby and friend Eric were at the bottom. They get them to the hospital. We then meet Mariah West a doctor with a horrible past who is in Copper River working off student loans. Vaughn is unexpectedly drawn to Mariah and the same seems to go for her. Vaughn is out of sorts with his past, present and future so he can be a little up and down for most of the book and is kind of a jerk sometimes but he seems to get his emotions and self-sorted eventually.
There is some stuff that I would write about but I think it would give away to much about the book and the author wrote it best. Since I want to find out what in the world is going on I am going to have to read the next book.
I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily review this book. This is my honest review. The opinions in this review are 100% my own

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

The next installment was good and entertaining, though I think it was not my favorite in the series.  The adventure continues and the darkness is becoming more and more bold. Wyatt Bland has set his sight on Mariah and he won’t take no for an answer. When Vaughn steps in to save her at the hospital from Wyatt’s aggressive overtures, it starts the ball rolling on their adventure, and it is very rocky.  Vaughn isn’t great with words, and he carries around so much guilt that he doesn’t believe he deserves a woman like Mariah, but his powers become a bit obsessive when it comes to protecting her and he can’t seem to walk away.  Mariah has been through hell, and now that she is in Copper Valley, she is working off her medical school loans and working on dealing with her own demons. So when a tortured Vaughn sweeps into town with his hot and cold moods, she knows she shouldn’t get involved with him, but she can’t seem to stop from being drawn to him. Story was good, there was some emotional tension, the plot flowed well, and the conflict was believable.  I think I preferred book 2, Eric and Shelby’s story more, but I am glad the missing brother has returned home and is back with his family on the ranch. "I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily post this review. This is my honest review."

[Susan Trewick · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the third book in the series, I do feel it could be read as a standalone as there is enough detail about the previous books that help the reader catch up on previous events. However, I do suggest that you read the previous books as they are fab!

This book follows Vaughn and Mariah, Vaughn hasn’t been home in a long time not since the night he damaged his relationship with his brother, a desperate phone call from his sister has him run home only to find she has been attacked, but by what?

Mariah is a dr, she came to the rural hospital to get away from her past, she is also responsible for caring for Vaughn’ sister, Shelby, and Vaughn is there every step of the way.
Being back in town has Vaughan’s psychic ability going haywire but he feels the need to protect Mariah especially from the Brand boys. With a demon threatening the Taggart family, can they fight their own demons to help each other and survive a demonic attack? You will have to read to find out!

I really enjoyed this book, it’s a little different from what I usually read, I love the paranormal aspect and the fear of the unknown. There’s some humour along the way and also some romance that keeps you turning the pages, another fab read from this author, can’t wait for the next book in this series.


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[Polly Barreto · Rating 4 out of 5]

...and the story continues

Vaughn Taggart has returned to the ranch after being gone for a year. He has been called home by Shelby - the family needs all hands-on deck! He has a lot of explaining to do, apologies to make, catching up on what is taking place at the ranch/family, etc. And low and behold, we finally get to find out the connection with Ruth and Odie! I knew there was something there!

When Vaughn does make it back, he gets the chance to witness this evil being trying to end Eric and Shelby's lives, but he will have nothing to do with that and starts to take on this creature. After taking both to the hospital Vaughn runs into Dc. Mariah West and he is a goner!

Vaughn goes into protector mode and is bound and determined to save his family , as well as Mariah from destruction. Sadly, Mariah gets mixed up into the mess as Wyatt Brand has set his sights on her - and even goes so far to kidnap her!

This book has it all – danger, mystery, suspense, toss in some romance and add in in sexy scene here and there. The Taggarts have their hands full. This evil creature needs to be dealt with once and for all. Can they come together as one? Or will the evil creature take them out one by one?

[Jeannie Zelos · Rating 3 out of 5]

Legacy of Danger, Jillian David

Review from Jeannie Zelos book reviews

Genre: fantasy and paranormal, romance

I'm not convinced by this book, I was eager to know more of Vaughn but I didn't really get a sense of the man he was and what seemed a huge issue between the brothers in the previous books, keeping him away from the ranch and family, just seemed to be passed over quickly now he's back.
We're ;earning more about the family's strange gifts and the dangerous entity seeking them out but its still very much a real danger but from very vague sources, and the timing isn't yet fixed. Its pretty clear its all coming to a head soon but I'm not sure I'm invested enough in the story to continue. Its well written and easy to read but I just feel a disconnect between the story and me, a personal issue. Possibly its down to current personal circumstances, and I'd feel differently at a later date, its not a story I in any way disliked, just that for now I found myself putting it aside several times, something I rarely do.

Stars: Three, a well written story but one that didn't work for me right now.

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[JigsawGirl · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Taggert saga continues. It drove me crazy the way Vaughn kept blowing hot and cold with poor Mariah. I think the fact that they actually had chemistry and a connection is what made Vaughn's behavior even more maddening.

I think the author did an excellent job conveying the evil emanating from the Brand family and the darkness.

I did have questions about Vaughn's power. Was it so strong Mariah was aware of it? Did Mariah possess an inkling of her own power, or just a reaction to his?

I have to give the SO's of the Taggerts credit. You have to really love someone to stick around for the supernatural mess they are in with the Brands.

I knew there was more to Ruth and Odie then they were letting on. With each book, a bit more of their past is revealed. Each book provides enough background information that they can be read as standalones, but I think they are more enjoyable when read in order.

This is not a short read, but the pace is fast. It is full of action, adventure, mystery, suspense, danger, romance, and the occasional sexy scene.

I wonder if the saga will end with Kerr? Also, will Izzy be involved?

[Linda McKay · Rating 4 out of 5]

Everyone in the Taggart family — brothers Vaugh, Garrison & Kerr and sister Shelby — has a psychic gift with differing abilities. This story focuses on the hot attraction between Vaughn and the petite new doctor in town, Mariah. They each carry lots of emotional baggage, so their romance has lots of on-and-off, ups and downs. More complications come with the thuggish, evil Brand brothers on the ranch next to the Taggart’s, and their threats to do anything to squash the Taggarts and seize the Taggart ranch. The Brands have some sort of connection to the huge, black smoke-like monster with the glowing red eyes that’s growing in power focused against Vaughn, Mariah and the rest of the Taggart family. It seems there are creatures on earth that no nightmare can conjure up! I loved this book and the way the plot builds. About 3/4 of the way in, I could hardly stand to put the book down! I received this book free from ebook discovery. This is my honest review. What a ride!

[Patty · Rating 5 out of 5]

There were so many things going on in this story! Vaughn returns home from self-imposed exile in New York to his family ranch where his siblings are dealing with a crisis. Mariah, who has her own issues to face, is inadvertently drawn into the situation Vaughn’s family is dealing with. I really enjoyed all the supernatural elements that brought suspense to the story. Relationships, romance and unpredictable evil elements all wrapped up in a legacy linking the two rival families kept me reading on to the HFN ending. With an unknown threat still present and no clear solution in sight, I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.

I received a free copy of this book from eBook Discovery and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.

[Celeste · Rating 4 out of 5]

Again, another great book in this series. It’s great to finally meet the elusive big brother Vaughn and meet Mariah. I really liked how this book picked up with the same scene as the last book. As always, a great read. I can’t wait to read Kerr’s story!

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[Zandro · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderful read! Loved it. The characters and storyline are well-developed and the excitement never ceases. Well done! I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily post this review. This is my honest review.

[I.A. Cintron · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well this books never fail to amaze me, I hope everything is resolved in the last one and everyone gets their happily ever after

[Theresa Hurley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this one!

[Kt Moore · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked this book! I loved all of the characters and I kept wondering what was going to happen next!

[Pat Weingartner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Read!

I enjoyed book 3 in this series and am looking forward to reading book 4 to see how this whole thing ends. I will definitely recommend this book to friends and family.

[Tina]

Legacy of Danger was an intense yet seductive read. Family dynamics keep the humor flowing while relationships sizzles. This is the third in an on going series. I had not read the previous two yet at no time was I lost or felt confused for lack of prior reading. The paranormal element, of the book, delves into the mental enhancement spheres vs demon possessed world so the reader is kept intrigued by the on-going battle of good vs evil. Overall, this was a quick and intensely entertainingly read! I received this book from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily reviewed this book. This is my honest review.