Welcome! This is Ink & Intrigue—the blog where romance ignites, secrets simmer, and every love story hides a twist. I’m your blog host, Sheila Kell, romance author and lover of plot twists, slow burns, and morally questionable book boyfriends.

Today, I’m excited to introduce my next hero: Kevin Richards, known as “Pup” by his teammates.

Name: Kevin Quinn Richards
Age: 25
Height: 5’11”
Hair color: Brown
Eye color: Amber
Hometown: Pensacola, Florida
Prior experience: Deputy U.S. Marshal

As the youngest agent at Hamilton Investigation and Security (HIS), Kevin brings a fresh perspective and boundless enthusiasm to the team. After briefly serving with the U.S. Marshal Service, he discovered that his true passion lies in training dogs—not just any dogs, but specialized K9s that are crucial in critical situations.

At HIS, Kevin channels his unique talent into preparing these incredible dogs for their vital roles, whether it’s sniffing out dangerous bombs or locating missing victims. Each day, he faces the challenge of ensuring that these K9s are not only skilled but also ready to tackle any scenario that may arise. That is, until the new lead handler arrives.

Pup was determined to snag the lead handler position, but fate had other plans—someone with more experience was chosen instead. Their first encounter was anything but pleasant, and tensions simmered as they came to terms with the fact that they’d be working side by side. What began as a rivalry filled with misunderstandings quickly evolves into something unexpected. Get ready for an electrifying enemies-to-lovers story that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

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