🛠️ Book Review: Mountain Protector by Elle Garnet (Kindle Edition, Mountain Men of Beaumont Peak #4)
A fast-paced, protective romance with heart, heat, and high-stakes danger—Elle Garnet wraps up her mountain man series with a short but emotionally charged finale that fans will devour in one sitting.
🧠 Overview
Published in May 2024, Mountain Protector is the fourth and final installment in Elle Garnet’s Mountain Men of Beaumont Peak series. This 49-page novella centers on Violet, a woman on the run from her obsessive ex. After months of hiding, she lands in the remote mountain town of Beaumont Peak, hoping for peace—but danger follows close behind.
When her ex tracks her down at a local bar, Violet panics and turns to the nearest stranger: Cole, a massive, flannel-clad mountain man who doesn’t hesitate when she asks him to kiss her. That kiss sparks more than just chemistry—it ignites a protective instinct in Cole that leads to a whirlwind romance and a fight for survival.
💘 Key Highlights
- 🛡️ Protective alpha hero: Cole is the quintessential mountain man—strong, silent, and fiercely loyal
- 💔 Stalker subplot: Violet’s backstory adds urgency and emotional depth to the romance
- 🔥 Instant connection: The story leans into the “instalove” trope with fast-burning chemistry and heartfelt moments
- 🏞️ Small-town charm: Beaumont Peak offers a cozy, rugged backdrop for the action and romance
“He makes it his mission to keep me safe, and in the process sparks fly… until my ex finds a way to put not just my life, but my protector’s life at risk.” — Amazon description
💬 Reader Reception
- ⭐ Goodreads rating: 4.86/5 (from early reviews)
- 📖 Readers praise the story’s emotional punch, fast pacing, and satisfying HEA
- 🧾 Some note that while it’s short, it feels complete and well-developed for a novella
- 💬 “A lot of story packed into a short book. Loved it.” — Goodreads reviewer
⚠️ Considerations
- 📄 Short format: At under 50 pages, it’s a quick read—best enjoyed as a steamy escape
- 📚 Series finale: While it can be read as a standalone, fans of the series will appreciate the continuity and character callbacks
- 🔞 Mature content: Includes romantic and suspenseful themes—intended for adult readers
🏁 Final Verdict
Mountain Protector is a compact, high-impact romance that delivers everything fans of protective mountain men crave: danger, devotion, and a swoon-worthy hero. Elle Garnet wraps up the Beaumont Peak series with a satisfying blend of suspense and steam, making this Kindle edition a perfect pick for readers who love their love stories rugged and fast.
