I loved this romantic suspense adventure from Katy Lee. Danger lurks right from the start – Hunter Shelton and his search and rescue bloodhound arrive at a crime scene only to discover that his ex-fiancé has been murdered. But things get worse when he realizes her young daughter is missing – and it might be his daughter. He calls in DEA Agent Marlee Price to help him track the child down. But Marlee has her own problems because a drug dealer has put a hit out on her.

This book is chock full of action, suspense, and danger. But the characters are incredibly likable. Marlee is strong but needs to face her past. Hunter still regrets so many of his past choices as well. I love the second chances romance theme along with the spiritual message of forgiveness and letting go.

The narration for the audiobook was amazing! I think the narrator did a great job of bringing the characters to life.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Deadly Rodeo Threat by Sami A. Abrams is an explosive, run from danger story. Isabelle Sinclair is determined to find her missing friend, and so is Logan Russell. He’s back in town to track down his missing twin. But when Isabelle is attacked, he steps in to help her investigate.

I love this story! From the danger to the romance, this story has everything I love. Working dogs, action, a great spiritual message, danger, second chance at romance, military men, a woman sheriff, and a serial killer on the loose. The story is fast-paced and digs deep. You’ll root for Isabelle and the crime is super creepy! If you like a fast moving story that has a strong message of hope and redemption, look no further than Deadly Rodeo Threat.

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Hunting a Killer by Sarah Varland gives readers so many plot twists along with working dogs, amnesia, and second chances at love. Finn McDaniel faces off with a killer, but sustains a head injury. He knows who the serial killer is, but he can’t remember. Jordyn Williams discovers the injured Finn and works to help solve the case with her cadaver dog, Cipher.

I love a good amnesia story! And Finn and Jordyn have a history which makes their encounter full of drama and emotions. They get a second chance as they team up to hunt the killer. The same killer that took Finn’s sister’s life years ago. The story is fast-paced but with heart. The audio narrator did a great job of keeping me engaged. And of course, I love Cipher! If you like drama, action, and a good “who dunnit” storyline, be sure to grab your copy of Hunting a Killer.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Christmas K-9 Patrol gives readers novellas from two great authors – Lynette Eason and Lenora Worth. In Deadly Christmas Trap, Lynette brings readers a cold case in the cold of winter. Cheyenne Chen uncovers a deadly secret in the woods, and Jack Donadio steps in to protect her. In Dangerous Holiday Manhunt, US Marshal Lorelai Danvers gets stranded in a snowstorm while on an investigation and winds up in a manhunt with Drake Corbin. Someone is on his ranch and wants him dead.

Both stories are action-packed and full of danger, drama, and romance. I’ve not read anything by Lenora Worth, and love that her hero is a little bit older. But she really knows how to bring the drama! And Lynette’s stories never fail to entertain and keep you guessing who the bad guy is until the very end. If you need bingeable reads this holiday season, definitely check out Christmas K-9 Patrol.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Trail of Mountain Secrets by Darlene L. Turner is chock full of danger and a case of mistaken identity. Violet Hoyt is under attack, and the bad guys have the wrong person. Maverick Shawn and his K-9 human remains detection dog, Wolf, try to solve a cold case that’s tied to Violet’s secret past – a past she didn’t even know about.

I love the mistaken identity trope! This story has it all: danger, intrigue, a cold case, working dogs, long-lost twins, and romance. The characters have lots of heart and plenty of drama to keep readers flipping pages. Be sure to check out Trail of Mountain Secrets.

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Trail of Suspicion by Jennifer Pierce is chock full of danger, intrigue and some good old fashioned run-for-your-life suspense. Rory James is a crime scene technician with a cadaver dog named Moose. They find a body in the woods, and she becomes a target. The last person she wants to protect her is her ex Asher Mitchell.

I love the danger scenes in this story. Rory can’t go anywhere without stumbling head first into trouble. So many great plot twists and lots of action make this a must read for suspense fans — and quite a few betrayals! Rory can’t trust anyone. And of course, who doesn’t love a bloodhound named Moose. He steals the show.

I listened to this book on audio, and the narrator did a fantastic job with the pacing and keeping the story alive. I enjoyed listening to this book.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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If you love action, suspense, and danger – look no further than Threat of Revenge by Jessica R. Patch. The story follows Jenna Morrow and her K-9 partner Augie. Someone is threatening Jenna, and it’s a mystery. No one knows she’s in town, and the attacks are personal–like someone knows intimate details of her life. Clay Miller is a local rancher who steps in to protect her while they track down the assailant.

This book is so action-packed right from the start, with plenty of plot twists. Jenna and Clay have their obstacles to love, which only adds to the tension. Of course, I love the dogs! If you love suspense, you’ll want to move this book to the top of your TBR list. I listened to the audio version, and the narration worked well and brought the story to life.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Cold Case Peril by Maggie K. Black is a fantastic, fast-paced story for suspense fans. Micah Landon is a former Marine, but now owns his own business training therapy dogs. When someone tries to run him off the road, Officer Lucy Lopez steps in. She knows someone is after Micah, and together they work to solve a cold case from Micah’s past. Someone doesn’t want them finding out the truth.

I love the danger and pacing for this story – it captured my attention and had me hooked from the beginning. I have a therapy dog, and love that Micah breeds and trains therapy dogs – who doesn’t love golden retrievers running around?!? The theme also resonated with me – Micah tries to help his brother who refuses to accept unconditional love. Overall, this is a great story that checks all the boxes for an exciting must-read romantic suspense.

I listened to the audio version and enjoyed the narrator. It was a male narrator, which was interesting as most romantic suspense narrators are female voices, but it worked for this story and really brought Micah’s character to life.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Alaskan Avalanche Escape by Darlene L. Turner dials up the action to an explosive level. Jayla Hoyt and her search and rescue golden retriever Hercules search for survivors after an avalanche. Bryson Clarke finds evidence that someone caused the avalanches, and he and Jayla investigate. But their history makes them unlikely partners to stop a crime. She doesn’t trust Bryson, but when the enemy targets Jayla and Hercules, they are forced to work together as the threats escalate.

I love this complex story. There’s plenty of danger, but also readers get to see how both Jayla and Bryson have to overcome past hurts that plague them both. I love the balance of the action and the romance. Also, the scenery adds to the suspense of the story, which is set on the border between Alaska and Canada. Of course, S&R dog Herc steals the show!

Definitely pick up your copy of Alaskan Avalanche Escape when it is available on February 21^st.

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Rising Danger by Jerusha Agen lives up to its title. Tension is high from start to finish. Bristol Bachmann works for an elite organization called Phoenix that handles a variety of K-9 teams. Toby is Bristol’s black lab that excels in bomb detection. Several local dams are being threatened by an extreme environmental group. Bristol and Toby are charged with searching for explosives, along with the help of Remington Jones, who heads up security for the dams. But Bristol and Rem share a tumultuous past and must put old feelings aside to make sure the city is safe from flooding if terrorists unleash the bombs.

I enjoyed this story. I haven’t read too many K-9 stories (although I know there are plenty out there) but this was quite intriguing. I love the various dogs that Phoenix employs. Some are search and rescue and others are guard dogs, and they all work together to solve crimes. But Toby saves the day repeatedly by alerting on explosive devices. I also like the romance angle in the story. It definitely had that “second chance” trope feel, with Bristol still harboring a lot of anger towards Rem for his past mistakes. But can she forgive him and see that he’s changed for the better?

This story moved at a fast pace, had plenty of danger, with likable characters that made me root for them to find love. All in all this is an enjoyable novel that would be a great addition to anyone’s summer beach day!

Overall Rating:
5 stars (I loved it, couldn’t put it down)

Suspense Rating:
5 stars (Non-stop edge-of-your-seat suspense from start to finish)

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