Christmas Hostage

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Dunn, Sharon 

Christmas Hostage

Rescuing an innocent hostage could blow an agent's cover

Taken hostage by bank robbers on Christmas, security expert Laura Devin suspects one of the thieves is not who he appears to be. When the danger heightened after Laura sees the leader's face, undercover FBI agent Hollis Pryce is forced to flow his cover to free her. He'll risk everything to assist her escape from the Montana mountains and the criminal mastermind hunting them...

My Review:

"Even before the shouting and the woman's scream, Laura Devin sensed that something was wrong in the lobby of First Federal Bank." 

An attention grabbing opening sentence if ever there was one! Cue the ominous music and be prepared to sit on the edge of your seat for the duration of the read because the tension never lets up. Heart-stopping, adrenaline-pumping, gasp-out-louding all the way through. 

Definitely a meet-cute worthy of regaling future grandchildren with. lol The romance is just as intense as the suspense in this everything-happens-at-the-speed-of-light story. Hollis and Laura's harrowing escape, crashing through the wilderness in frigid temperatures was one of my reading highlights. Yet, even when they finally make it back to civilization they aren't in the clear...the danger only increases. 

Phew, this one left me breathless. The only thing missing was Christmas. It's in the title, and there's a reference to a Christmas tree in the bank lobby in the first scene and a Christmas setting in the last (very short) chapter but no other festivities in sight, so I wouldn't call this a holiday read. Definitely an escape read though. :-)

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This giveaway is for a gently read paperback copy.

If you would like a chance to win a copy of one of the  Christmas Hostage, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it's easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday November 5 2022 . Offer open to International Readers.

Undercover Mountain Pursuit

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DUNN, SHARON

UNDERCOVER MOUNTAIN PURSUIT

An undercover assignment turns into a perilous mountain escape.

After witnessing a shooting in a remote mountain location, high-risk photographer Willow Farris races to help -- and runs into her old flame, Quentin Decker. Undercover to take down an international smuggler, Quentin has a mission to complete. But with Willow in the crosshairs, shielding her takes priority. If they want to bring the criminals to justice, Quentin and Willow must first get off the mountain alive.

My Review:

Whoa -- talk about action and drama in book cover art! That image exactly matches the sense of urgency and danger you'll find within the pages of Undercover Mountain Pursuit. The 'killer' opening scene (complete with Willow hanging out of a helicopter to get the perfect shot!) sets the stage for the an intense game of cat and mouse that plays out relentlessly in a rugged mountain wilderness. And the  reunion romance is just as much of an edge-of-your-seater. A voracious finish-in-one-sitting kind of read. Not sure my pulse has steadied yet. :-)

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This giveaway is for a gently read paperback copy.

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Undercover Mission

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DUNN, SHARON

UNDERCOVER MISSION

Trapped on a ship with a killer...can her K-9 partner sniff out the clues?

Undercover on a cruise ship with her K-9 dog, Alaskan State Trooper Maya Rodriguez uses herself as bait to catch a murderer. And security officer David Garrison is the only person she can trust with the truth. But with a possible serial killer dead set on taking out anyone who stands in the way, will Maya and David make it off the ship alive?

My Review:

Being isolated on a cruise ship without extensive back up brings an added edge to this romantic suspense (no offence to Sarge who is a wonderful K-9 partner!) 

This is the third book in the Alaska K-9 Unit continuity series. That means that while there's an over-arcing suspense thread that carries through the entire series, each book has it's own fully resolved suspense plot (and romance too!) I've enjoyed meeting the dogs (and their human partners!) -- so much variety in both breeds and K-9 specialties. This time it's Sarge, a Malinois who is undercover as a service dog. :-)

Mega action scenes paired with a creepy stalker vibe kept me turning pages. And the setting -- never mind Alaska, but an Alaskan cruise! I've never been on a cruise ship -- or even seen one up close -- so I enjoyed Dunn's descriptions. She really brought it all to life.

I'm loving this series and am super excited to start reading Tracing Stolen Secrets as soon as it hits my mailbox. In transit as we speak. 

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This giveaway is for a gently read paperback copy 

If you would like a chance to win a copy of Undercover Mission, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoread AT yahoo DOT ca. If you add your email to a comment, remember to use AT AND DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it's easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday July 17 2021. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck!

Alaskan Christmas Target

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DUNN, SHARON

ALASKAN CHRISTMAS TARGET

With the Mafia on her trail, Christmas on the run is her only choice...

With her face splashed across the news after she saves a little boy, Natasha Hale's witness protection cover is blown. Now caught in a blizzard at Christmastime with Alaskan State Trooper Landon Defries, she must rely on him to survive -- not only hazardous weather but deadly hit men. Natasha needs a new identity...but can she leave behind the man she's come to trust?

My Review:

Action packed and full of surprises. The Alaskan setting highlights Natasha and Landon's desperate fight for survival as they try to evade a hitman's relentless pursuit. There's snow (and lots of it!) and white outs and frost bite freezing weather and...brrrr...you'll want a cuppa hot chocolate to warm your bones while you immerse yourself in this suspenseful read. Or you could snuggle up to the sled dogs to conserve body heat. :-) A page-turning nail biter right to the very last page.

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This giveaway is for a gently read paperback copy

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Scene of the Crime

 

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DUNN, SHARON

SCENE OF THE CRIME

Someone's out to end her life. Can the K-9 unit shield her from harm?

Evidence from forensic specialist Darcy Fields could convict a killer -- if she survives to testify. A killer seems determined to discredit her, frighten her...and silence her, permanently. Hounded by the press and stalked by a murderer, Darcy must depend on Officer Jackson Davison and his K-9 partner, Smokey, as danger inches nearer and the trial date closes in.

True Blue K-9 Unit: Brooklyn

MY REVIEW:

I fell hard for Smokey. But then, I've always had a weakness for anything chocolate and he's a chocolate lab. :-) 

Love this K-9 continuity series from Love Inspired Suspense. Scene of the Crime is the sixth book and, though there is an over-arcing suspense thread that connects this story with the previous ones, there's also a standalone suspense and a romance unique to this novel. Which makes for lots of readerly satisfaction by the end.

Darcy and Jackson (and Smokey) make a great investigative team. Love that she's a forensic specialist. She's sharp and keen and wickedly observant with just enough quirks to make her interesting. Jackson is as solid and reliable as they come and he's determined to not only chase down the criminals after Darcy, but keep her safe until they are caught. There's great chemistry between this hero and heroine -- even if Smokey recognized their soulmate potential waaayyy before they did. :-)

Great action-packed suspense along with team interaction added to my page-turning frenzy. Plus there's puppies! Another stellar addition to the True Blue K-9 Unit: Brooklyn series.

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Courage Under Fire

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DUNN, SHARON
COURAGE UNDER FIRE

A killer in the shadows watches...and waits.
The thrilling True Blue K-9 Unit continues.

A deadly stalker has rookie K-9 officer Lani Branson in his crosshairs and he won't stop until she's dead. Her boss, K-9 police chief Noah Jameson won't let that happen on his watch, especially since there's a chance this is the same person who killed his brother. Can they unmask the murdere who's been terrorizing the unit before he strikes again?

My Review:

My heart is overflowing with all the K-9 love in this series. This time it's Rottweiler Scotty who is always ready to offer up"moral support and doggie kisses." (p 22) Especially where Lani is concerned which kinda makes Noah jealous. :-) Love the impossible circumstances of their romance -- he's the police chief, she's a rookie in his department. I couldn't figure out how they'd manage to work through that without one of them losing out big time. Luckily, the author is very clever at creating HEAs.

And if one dog sends me into a swoon, the addition of K-9 wannabe Oscar sent me into a tailspin (pun intended.) He's a gangly pup who might not make the cut due to his exuberantly rambunctious nature. Talk about puppy love!

A stalker suspense is always thrilling and Dunn draws out the tension with expert skill. Plus she allows enough down time for Noah and Lani to let down their defenses. But when it's time for action, it comes fast and furious. Another wonderful addition to the True Blue K-9 Unit series

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If you would like a chance to win a gently read copy of Courage Under Fire, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it's easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday October 5 2019. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck!

Wilderness Secrets

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DUNN, SHARON
WILDERNESS SECRETS

Framed and braving the wilderness...He needs her help to clear his name

A downed plane holds evidence that will prove framed DEA agent Jesse Santorum is innocent -- and he must reach it before a drug cartel does. But to find the plane hidden high in the mountains of Montana, he needs wilderness guide Abigail Murphy's expertise. Can they survive the treacherous mountains and their well-armed pursuers long enough to expose the true criminals?

My Review:

Have a couple of oxygen tanks handy before diving into this fast and furious romantic suspense! I think I'll be automatically shoulder-checking for some time to come as a result of this read. The bad guys are relentless and seem to be as charged up as the Energizer Bunny because they just don't quit! Love the wilderness setting, the nod to MacIvyer and the fact that Abigail is one awesomely resilient survivalist trail guide! Once these two start trusting each other, they are unstoppable -- both in conquering the bad guys and in love!

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If you would like a chance to win a copy of Wilderness Secrets, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it's easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday March 2 2019. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck!

Mistaken Target

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DUNN, SHARON
MISTAKEN TARGET

Midnight intruder...

The isolated island retreat was the last place anyone would look for former socialite Samantha James. Yet danger find her anyway -- accidentally. The assassin who breaks into her room doesn't realize that she and Diego Cruz -- his real target -- switched cabins. But it doesn't matter that she's not who he came to attack. She's seen his face...so she's his new target. Blaming himself for her situation, Diego will do anything to keep Samantha safe. After years working undercover as an FBI informant, he's accustomed to danger. But he's not used to  having a beautiful woman's life resting in his hands...or a killer with everything to lose closing in on his heels.

My Review:

Talk about being in the wrong place at the wrong time! Samantha's already complicated life has just gotten more so. Diego is heartsick that she's been dragged into the mess and in true hero mode, vows to keep her safe. Which turns out to be easier said than done. No matter how far they run, danger is always looming. I'm coining the phrase 'Velcro Villain' for this one 'cause this guy's pursuit is relentless. Heavy on action, lighter on the romance, Mistaken Target will keep you turning pages right to the very end.

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Top Secret Identity

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DUNN, SHARON
TOP SECRET IDENTITY

Her new life...

Morgan Smith had to give up her name, her calling and her past when she entered the witness protection program. Now a caretaker of horses on an Iowa farm, she spends her days in the stables and helping kids learn to ride. But danger has followed her. She longs to tell her handsome boss, Alex Reardon, everything—about the troubled adoption agency she worked for, a missing infant and the attempt on her life. But sharing her past with Alex could put him in grave danger and lead a killer to their door….

Witness Protection: Hiding in plain sight

My Review:

I am so loving this continuity series. I think I'm as anxious as the U.S. Marshals are to break this baby snatching ring! And like the other books, Top Secret Identity is chalk full of suspense and nail-biting reader moments. Love the way Dunn builds the suspense and keeps me on my toes. Is this a real threat? A coincidence? Or something totally different? Honestly, I had goosebumps for must of the read.

And the author really tortures her characters. Morgan is in the impossible situation of living one life while running from another. It's like she's lulled into a false sense of security with the ideal life witness protection has provided for her and then -- bam -- she's hit hard by the reality of her past and I realized right along with her that it's all an illusion. It caught my breath over and over again.

Then there's Alex, who senses that there is some trauma in Morgan's past but doesn't come close to figuring out what it is. He's drawn to her though and as the romance builds so does the tension because Morgan can't give in to her feelings and he doesn't understand why. Perfect way to wrap a reader up in knots. I was a pretzel by the end. :-)

Riveting stuff. Well worth the read.

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 If you would like an opportunity to win a copy of Top Secret Identity please leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca.  If you post a comment and add your email address, please use AT and DOT instead of @ and . to protect yourself from spammers. If you email me, please be sure to put the title in the subject line so it is easier for me to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Sunday April 6 2014. Offer open to international readers. Good luck.