Ready to Protect

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HANSEN, VALERIE

READY TO PROTECT

A K-9 must safeguard a witness and her baby at all costs. 

After witnessing a congresswoman's murder, wildlife photographer and mother-to-be Jamie London is forced into the protective custody of K-9 cop Ben Sawyer and police dog Shadow. Ben's Wyoming cattle ranch is the perfect place to hide and wait for the trial to start -- until they're tracked down by the assassin. Are Ben and Shadow enough to guarantee Jamie will make it to the hearing alive?

Rocky Mountain K-9 unit

My Review:

This is the second book in the multi-authored Rocky Mountain K-9 Unit continuity series. There's an over-arcing suspense thread that will slowly progress through each book but each novel also has its own suspense plot...and romance (happy sigh -- I'm all about the romance!)

Eeeeppp -- Ready to Protect is an amazing edge--of-your-seat read made all the more special because of noble K-9 Shadow. I do so love a great canine side character and this doberman knows how to work a scene. :-) There's tons of action and danger punctuated with some really hilarious scenes -- especially the grand finale. I don't think I've ever laughed so hard during a danger fraught take-down before. 

I listened to the audible edition narrated by Courtney Patterson and loved every minute! So thrilled that some of the Love Inspired Suspense books are being offered in audio format! I have book three on preorder and I can't wait for release day. Just under a week and counting!

Goal Update: #6 Stay current with a series, #10 Give unloved tropes a second chance (not a fan of pregnant heroines.)

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This giveaway is for a paperback or ebook copy -- winner's choice.

If you would like a chance to win a copy of Ready to Protect 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 May 21 2022. Offer open to International Readers.

On the Run

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HANSEN, VALERIE

ON THE RUN

Is she running from danger -- or into it?

When a desperate criminal pulls a gun on her in the ER, nurse Janie Kirkpatrick is in deep trouble -- undercover cop Brad Benton saves her life. Now Janie's a witness with a lethal enemy and on the run with a strangers. She has no choice but to trust Brad. But can he take down the criminals before a murderer parts them forever?

Emergency Responders

My Review:

The perfect blend of intense suspense and vivid action scenes sprinkled with humour in unexpected places. I'd be shrieking "Behinnndddd yyooouuuuu!!!! Noooooo!!!!" one second and snort-laughing the next. That's largely thanks to Janie and her well-timed sarcastic wit and ingenuous self defense methods. That girl can think on her feet.

And the romance -- toe-curls are not optional, they're a given. This is a case where insta-love works brilliantly. These two have no history before they lay eyes on each other in the ER but sometimes heart meets heart and that's all that's needed to start an enduring love story. Scrumptiously delightful with optimum swoonworthy scenes in strategic places. Divine!

I was thrilled to discover this LIS selection on audible. So thrilled that I preordered it and then got the charge of my bibliophile life when it was delivered two days early! Squeal!!! I started listening right away. (Yes, I'm book nerdy like that.) Romy Nordlinger's narration is spot on, bringing Hansen's story to life -- kept me in riveted compulsive listening mode for most of the day. And then it was over. :-( But it sure was a literary blast while it lasted!

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Tracking a Kidnapper

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HANSEN, VALERIE
TRACKING A KIDNAPPER

Foiling a criminal's plans makes an officer and her K-9 partner targets.

Thwarting a kidnapping has thrust Officer Vivienne Armstrong and her K-9 partner, Hank, right into the culprit's crosshairs. Now, even with danger stalking them at every turn, Vivienne refuses to stop working, but FBI agent Caleb Black intends to do his job and safeguard her. Together, can they stop the would-be kidnapper from striking a final, fatal blow?

True Blue K-9 Unit: Brooklyn

My Reviews:

Though the fifth book in the True-Blue K-9 Unit Brooklyn continuity series, Tracking a Kidnapper reads very well as a standalone. There's an over-arcing suspense plot that inches forward with each book but there's also a distinct suspense that gets solved in every book too. Each author does an amazing job of working pertinent details from previous books into the current one so no need to be worried that you'll feel lost if you pick up one of these books out of order. So a reader gets tantalizing tidbits of one mystery and  the satisfactory conclusion of another. Plus...there's romance! And a dog!

And a cantankerous FBI Special Agent hero stuck in the anger stage of grief. I really felt Caleb's struggles. Unable to see God in the midst of his trauma, he's barricaded his heart and seems to be working on auto-pilot. In fact, work is all he has to distract him until Vivienne comes along. And then she's on his mind -- and in his face -- all too often. And he doesn't like it one bit...especially when he begins to realize he has feelings for the K-9 Officer. She's feisty and spunky and determined to be accepted as an equal partner when all Caleb wants to do is protect. Great clashing of wills and gnashing of teeth -- banter and huffy 'discussions' -- their combined energy crackled its way to a hard-won happily ever after.

And then there's Hank, border collie superstar. Loved the way Hansen brings out the special relationship a K-9 handler has with her partner. She's included some interesting info on training which makes the read all the more interesting. And, really, who can resist that intense border collie gaze on the front cover? That's Hank laser-focused on making sure you pick up the book and once you do, you won't be able to stop reading!

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Trail of Danger

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HANSEN, VALERIE
TRAIL OF DANGER

What she forgot could kill her. 
A heart-stopping True Blue K-9 Unit book.

Injured by an attack she can't remember, Abigail Jones knows someone's after her, but, she doesn't know why or who. Now the man who rescued her, Officer Reed Branson, and his K-9 partner will shield her while she regains her memory. But unraveling the mystery surrounding Abigail leads to more questions than answers...and to a ruthless enenmy who's determined to take their lives.

My Review;

There aren't enough words to express how much I love this series! The K-9 officers are a real draw and I love how each book has it's own standalone suspense plot -- they can all be read independently though there is a subtle over-arcing series suspense as well. And I love how the books are able to explore different factors of K-9 policing.

I have to admit to being drawn to the big city setting as well. It brings unique issues and challenges such as youth homelessness which is featured in Trail of Danger. A refreshing change from the small-town suspense we usually see in the Love Inspired Suspense line -- not that I don't love my small-town suspense novels. They will always be the staple of my avid reader appetite -- but sometimes it's just fun to switch things up a bit. :-)

Doesn't Jessie cut a fine figure on that cover? A dedicated scent hound who could clear a city block with her madly wagging tail! Her loving disposition makes a little drool manageable. And her human partner -- minus the drool -- is just as captivating!

Reed's breaking the rules by becoming emotionally involved in a case but there's something about Abigail that pulls him in. Jessie too. You gotta know it's a good thing when your dog gives her seal of approval. I really enjoyed the way their relationship developed. There's enough 'down' time for Reed and Abigail to get to know each other and enough heart-stopping intrigue to keep everything on edge. Sweet combination.

Gah! Just two more books to go before we finally collar a murderer and find a missing K-9 officer! And I have Courage Under Fire by Sharon Dunn sitting on my TBR pile right now so guess what I'm diving into next?!

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Fatal Threat

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HANSEN, VALERIE
FATAL THREAT

Someone wants to see her silenced. 
An Emergency Responders story

Back home after a mission trip, nurse and EMT Sara Southerland learns that her cousin's death might not have been an accident -- and now someone wants her dead. The only person she can trust is longtime crush and fire captain Adam Kane. With a stalker on their tail, Adam will do whatever it takes to protect the womean he's realizing he can't live without.

My Review:

"Adam was all man, with the honor of a brave marine, the attraction of his job as a firefighter and the ruggedness of a working cowboy." (p 78) And that right there, fellow readers, is why you need to read this book! (insert delicious shivery sigh of book hero worship!)

Phew -- gobsmackingly good -- from the explosive opening scene to the whirlwind of mayhem that follows. Page-turning, jaw-dropping romantic suspense bliss. It was hard for me (as well as Sara and Adam!) to untangle the threats and run down clues in this twisty-turny plot. Love it when an author keeps me on my toes like that!

Speaking of which, toe-curling is not optional during the course of this read. Because, well, Adam! He's infuriatingly stubborn and noble and moody and I was still swooning! Definitely a take-charge kind of guy which doesn't always sit well with Sara. In fact, she was infuriating in her own special ways -- like her impulsive urge to act without thinking things through! All. The. Time. Hence the moody Adam. :-) Loved their dynamics -- a friends to lovers romance that takes us on a bumpy ride right to the very end.

And -- woot! -- this is the first book in a new series about Emergency Responders! And you know what that means, right? More thrilling reads ahead! Bring 'em on!

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Bound by Duty

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HANSEN, VALERIE
BOUND BY DUTY

Assignment: single mom surveillance

The Military K-9 Unit series continues

Her serial killer brother's escaped -- and it's single mom Zoe Sullivan who's under suspicion. Sgt. Linc Colson trusts two things: his instincts and his Rottweiler K-9 partner, Star -- and certainly not the pretty face he's assigned to monitor. He's done everything to keep her from getting under his skin -- now he must stop those who want to put her six feet under.

My Review:

Woohoo -- the second book in the Military K-9 Unit series continues the desperate hunt for a serial killer and includes a mystery unique to this story. These books can be read as standalones despite the over-arcing suspense thread that will play out over the course of the series. Hansen did a great job of picking things up where events in Mission to Protect left off but in such a way that it would be easy for someone who hasn't read that first book to comfortably read this one. No small feat when you consider the number of characters (including K-9s) we need to keep track of. Not to mention the serial killer on the loose!

Can you imagine having a brother capable of murder? And if that isn't awful enough -- to have people think you could actually be aiding and abetting him? That's the impossible predicament Zoe finds herself in. She's hurt and angry -- a fiery dynamo who isn't afraid to stand up for herself...and she's had to do that a lot lately. Especially where her unwanted 'shadow' is concerned. Linc may only be following orders but she's had enough of his not-so-covert surveillance and we get to enjoy the fireworks!

As far as Linc's concerned, Zoe's guilty until proven innocent - he's suspicious like that. And he's a bit of a grump. He might have his reasons but there were still times I wanted to slap him upside the head. :) Especially since his K-9 partner, Star, is a Zoe fan from the get go and we all know that dogs are the best judges of character. But while Linc trusts his four-footed partner in everything else, he seems oddly reluctant to give Zoe the benefit of the doubt.

But she makes it hard to stay aloof especially when it appears that someone has drawn a target on her back. Strange turns to creepy and then downright dangerous as Linc and Zoe (and Star the K-9 Rock Star) race to find answers before Zoe ends up dead!

An intriguing, fast-paced romantic suspense that delivers an edge-of-your-seat read.

Book provided courtesy of Love Inspired.

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Special Agent

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HANSEN, VALERIE
SPECIAL AGENT

Suspicion of Guilt

When Special Agent in Charge Max West and his K-9 partner, Opal, look into a series of bombings in Northern California, horse trainer Katerina Garwood instantly seems suspicious. As the ex-fiancé of a man tied to the criminal Dupree family, Katerina may know more than she's letting on -- especially since the infamous syndicate is targeting her. And Max isn't sure he can believe her when she says she knows nothing. Despite his reservations, though, he can't deny his attraction...or the impulse  to protect her. And with the criminals closing in, Max must separate the truth from lies, or he and Katerina may not live to share tomorrow...

Classified K-9 Unit: These lawmen solve the toughest cases with the help of their brave canine partners.

My Review:

What a great continuity series! I get so excited to see a new book coming out each month. I love looking for clues relating to the over-arcing suspense that will carry through all six books (this is Book Three) but I also enjoy the fact that each book reads very well as a standalone. Special Agent brings both romantic and suspense resolution for Max and Katerina...and Opal, bless her big ol' drooling heart!

So, aside from being enamored with the beautiful boxer on the cover, I think her partner is pretty droolworthy (doggy pun intended!) as well. Max is intense and single-minded when it comes to crime solving which puts up barriers where Katerina is concerned. He doesn't trust her -- or to be more accurate, he doesn't want to trust her but there's something about the spunky heroine that's hard to resist. And that makes Max a tad tetchy. Love me a moody hero with strong protective tendencies.

Katerina's whole world has been turned upside down thanks to her erstwhile ex-fiancé and she's struggling to get on with her life. Which is kind of hard to do with a target on her back. There's plenty of action, a ton of danger and a puzzling mystery to solve. Not to mention the ups and downs of a  romance brewing between this pig-headed couple. Perfect fodder for a page-turner of a story!

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Search and Rescue

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HANSEN, VALERIE
SEARCH AND RESCUE

Defending his own...

Newly sworn in as chief of police, Ryder Hayes is read to defend the citizens of Desert Valley -- especially his five-year-old daughter, Lily -- from his wife's murderer. So when Ryder starts to grow close to K-9 trainer Sophie Williams, he pushes her away to protect her. He can't let Sophie become the next target of the deranged serial killer who's obsessed with him. But Sophie has secrets of her own, and Ryder's caution isn't enough to shield her -- from deadly peril or her own feelings. To save everyone he loves, Ryder will have to let Sophie in...and count on his new K-9 partner to help sniff out the killer.

My Review:

An incredible finale to an awesome series. Two words sum up how great this book is: Australian Shepherd. :-) Phoenix is a K-9 officer (as in dog) who has lost his moxie and Sophie is determined to help him get it back....if she can keep out of the crosshairs of a serial killer that is. Not the best circumstances for a romance to develop but Ryder and Sophie have known each other for some time. The attraction is there and danger just seems to sharpen it. Taut with suspense and filled with action, Hansen takes her readers on an edge-of-your-seat ride in this glorious conclusion to the Rookie K-9 Unit  series.

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Dangerous Legacy

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HANSEN, VALERIE
DANGEROUS LEGACY

Deadly homecoming

Someone wants Maggie Morgan dead and her wildlife sanctuary destroyed. Someone connected to the generations-old family feud that's been revived now that her first love, Flint Crawford, has returned to town. And not only is her life in jeopardy, but Flint has discovered the secret she's kept since he left -- their five-year-old son. Assailed memories of their forbidden love and bowled over by the sight of the son he never knew. Flint has a job to do as the new game warden. But now the stakes are raised. Not only must he protect the woman he once loved, but he also has to save his son...or die trying.

My Review:

Shades of the Hatfields and McCoys in this unique spin on a Love Inspired Romance novel. Loved the setting and gnarly family history. And the animal sanctuary! And I do love a second chance romance -- so much scope for angst and uncertainty and tremulous hope. Maggie experiences it all as she grapples with the return of Flint and memories of their forbidden love. The two are at odds from the get go. Not only over their past but how to deal with the sinister threats that have become part of their present. Lots of action and heartwarming romance (once you get past the gnarly bits!)

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Detecting Danger

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HANSEN, VALERIE
DETECTING DANGER

When a bomb explodes at the Washington Monument, the Capitol K-9 Unit goes on high alert. Though injured in the blast, K-9 cop Isaac Black is determined to get to the bottom of the situation. He'll follow every lead, including investigating his ER nurse's suspicious behavior. He soon learns Daniella Dunne has long been in a witness protection program. And it's apparent that her identity has been compromised. The killer she once sent to prison—her own father—has been released and vows revenge. As Isaac and his stalwart beagle safeguard Daniella at his family's farm, a murderer with a personal score to settle lurks in the shadows…

My Review:

The second last Capitol K-9 Unit book and things are really heating up. This has been a fascinating continuity series and I'm really looking forward to seeing how it all plays out. That being said, Detecting Danger reads perfectly fine as a standalone. No need to have read the previous four (though you should because they are great suspense reads). There is one over-arcing suspense thread throughout the series, but Hansen does a great job of getting new readers up to speed with those details.

Daniella's story is definitely front and centre in this one. Her fear and wariness are palpable from the first second we meet her. Definitely put me on edge. Isaac picked up on it too and it isn't long before he's immersed in protecting Daniella from a dangerous vendetta. Explosive doesn't begin to describe this page-turning read. And once again it's a K-9 member, Abby, the bomb sniffing beagle, who stole a piece of my heart. Love this series to bits.

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Her Montana Cowboy

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HANSEN, VALERIE
HER MONTANA COWBOY

The Man of Her Dreams

Julie Shaw is up to her ears in parade preparations…and cowboys! As the mayor's daughter, she needs to make sure the centennial celebrations for her beloved hometown of Jasper Gulch, Montana, go off without a hitch. Surely that's why she's feeling so flustered. It couldn't have anything to do with the handsome Ryan Travers. Of course she'd noticed the visiting rodeo star with the sparkle in his eye. But Julie is way too sensible to fall for his obvious appeal. As the town gossips about a century-old mystery, Julie's thoughts keep drifting to the charming cowboy. Despite her father's objections, she may soon find herself roped in…by love.

Big Sky Centennial: A small town rich in history…and love

 My Review:

What a great introduction to the Big Sky Centennial series. This is pure romance at its best. One of things I loved most about this book is the instant attraction between Julie and Ryan. And Miss Julie is kind of brazen about it too. It was great to read about a woman setting out to get her man. I knew from the start that Ryan didn't stand a chance. The romantic development is exquisite -- such a joy to read. And the snappy banter between the two kept me smiling right on through. And seriously, how can you not love a book that has a diner named Great Gulch Grub in it? A lot of heartfelt scenes take place in that diner. Hansen did a wonderful job of setting up the plot threads that will link the series together. My mind is spinning with all the possibilities. So excited to read a new one each month...until December I believe.

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Family in Hiding

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HANSEN, VALERIE
FAMILY IN HIDING

Till death to us part?

When her estranged husband Dylan's inadvertent dealings with a crime ring bring danger to her doorstep, Grace McIntyre has no choice but to follow him into the witness protection program. To safeguard her children, they must all go into hiding as one big happy family. Grace doesn't know what's worse—having to pretend she's in love with the man who betrayed her trust or keeping ahead of the killers. In hiding, Dylan is all that stands between their safety and certain death. Now more than ever, he wants to be the man that Grace once loved. Keeping his family alive is his only hope—to be a hero and a husband.

My Review:

This is second to last book in this continuity series and it really sets the stage for the big reveal in the last one. We need to bust this baby snatching ring in the worst way! :-)

Family in Hiding explores the day to day reality of being in the witness protection program. I found that part really fascinating. How Grace and her children have to give up everything and start over with absolutely no notice. Their lives change from one minute to the next. And being stuck living a 'fake' life with your estranged husband just adds insult to injury. It does provides lots of fodder for developing an angst-riddled romance though! Loved the tension between those two. I also loved the inspirational thread -- forgiveness is intricately woven throughout the story in so many different ways.

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Explosive Secrets

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HANSEN, VALERIE
EXPLOSIVE SECRETS

Implicated by her criminal cousin, Nicki Johnson is now the target of a murderous gang. Dark-haired policeman Jackson Worth thinks she is hiding something, but his remarkable bomb-sniffing dog has no such reservations. He's there to protect her—no judgments, no questions.

And Jackson is a man of honor. He'll stand by this beauty and her unborn child. Because it is the right thing to do. And because guarding her has left his battle-scarred heart open to the possibility of love. Which changes everything…

My Review:

We're getting deeper and deeper into the complex series-length suspense and I'm dying to know who The Boss is! Hansen does a great job of writing her own unique story while juggling clues and characters from the previous four books in the Texas K-9 Unit series. It's all culminating in the big reveal in a couple of months.

I've thoroughly enjoyed this series -- love the K-9 angle and the fact that every book highlights a different service dog. So yes, while I love the heroes and heroines, it's the dogs that steal my heart every time. Titan, a black lab, plays a great supporting role in this story. How can anyone resist a bomb-sniffing dog with PTSD?!

Nicki and Jackson's love story has a rocky start and a next to impossible premise. Nothing like throwing the impossible at two characters and then sitting back to see what happens.Trepidation and regrets, uncertainty mixed with longing. The romantic thread is pulled as tautly as the suspense in this page-turner.

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