PROMO BLITZ: Guardians of the Heart by Dave Henderson

PROMO BLITZ: Guardians of the Heart by Dave Henderson

He helps everyone but himself. I swore I’d never love again. Neither of us saw this coming.

Length: 329 pages

Series: The Pacific Edge Series Book 2

Genre: contemporary

Tropes: Bi-Sexual Awakening, Age Gap, Small Town Romance, Secret Millionaire, Men In Uniform

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For years, I believed my story had already been written. Love, loss, and grief—I thought that was all there was for me. My wife, Jessica, was my world, and when cancer took her, it felt like she took the best parts of me with her. I buried myself in work, in routine, in the quiet of a house that still held her touch but no longer her laughter. I told myself I was fine.

Then Ethan Williams came crashing into my life.

First as the cop who pulled me over. Then as the handyman restoring the unfinished pieces of my home—the projects Jessica had dreamed up but never got to see completed. And now? Now I don’t know what he is to me.

Ethan is everything I didn’t know I needed. He’s sharp-witted, fearless, and carries the weight of the world on his shoulders without ever stopping to think about himself. He works himself to exhaustion, balancing his job as a K-9 officer with taking care of his parents, never asking for help, never complaining. And somehow, despite all of it, he manages to bring light into every space he enters—including mine.

At first, I thought it was friendship. A connection I hadn’t felt in years. But the more time we spend together—the more I watch him laugh, the more I catch myself looking too long, feeling too much—I realize I’m in uncharted territory. I’ve never looked at a man like this before. I never wanted something I couldn’t explain.

And Ethan? He’s patient. He’s young. He’s understanding. But he’s also real. And I know, deep down, if I step forward, there’s no turning back.

I spent years believing love was behind me. That my heart belonged to the past. But now, for the first time, I wonder if maybe… just maybe, it’s been waiting for someone to help me find it again.Guardians of the Heart is a story of love after loss, of rebuilding not just a home but a life, and of learning that sometimes, the heart knows where it belongs long before the mind is ready to accept it.

about the author:

Dave Shepp: Author, Life Coach, and Advocate for Love

Dave was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland. His journey to becoming an author and life coach began with a loving upbringing. Yet, he felt like an outsider because of his sexuality. Feeling different early on has deeply influenced his writing and coaching. It’s infused them with themes of self-love, acceptance, and resilience.

Dave’s path took a turn into the disciplined world of the US Army, straight out of high school. This phase undoubtedly shaped his approach to life and writing. It was only three years ago that he discovered his passion for writing. Since then, he published his work in the realms of poetry and self-help.

Dave’s love for romance novels made it natural for him to write romance. Dave’s writing celebrates the love stories. It leaves readers yearning for more. His own breathtaking, 34-year-long romance with his husband inspired him. His work is a testament to his belief that everyone deserves a love story that sweeps them off their feet.

Dave’s creativity is boundless. His imagination is often overflowing with ideas, battling for expression. Yet, it’s this very abundance of creativity that brings depth and variety to his work. The themes he explores in his books are not just narratives. They include self-love, acceptance, and overcoming life’s hurdles. They are reflections of his personal and professional life.

Having been a life coach for over a decade, Dave’s insights and wisdom permeate his storytelling. He crafts his characters with care and complexity. They embark on journeys that mirror his coaching philosophy. Dave engages with his readers on a profound level through his writing. He reminds them they are unique, worthy, and lovable.

A simple yet powerful belief underpins Dave’s life and work. Greatness lives in everyone’s potential. He continues to weave this belief into his writing and coaching. Living in Oregon with his husband and their two German Shepherds while taking care of his mother, who has cancer. He helps his characters and clients evolve into their best versions.