Defending the Child by Sharon Dunn

 Defending the Child

Book Summary

Caught in a mountain blizzard…

with a child to protect.

After Marielle Coleman’s foster son witnesses his mother’s murder, he becomes a killer’s next target. Escaping into a raging Montana snowstorm, Marielle and her little boy hide at a remote camp—and unexpectedly reunite with her ex-fiancé, Graham Flynn, an undercover DEA agent. Now Graham and Marielle must put aside their distrust to save the child from dangerous pursuers. But Graham’s still hiding secrets from Marielle…ones that could tie them all to a conspiracy that will end their lives.

My Thoughts

Defending the Child by Sharon Dunn is an action-packed tale.  The story starts off with a bang and the pace continues throughout.  Marielle Coleman is determined to protect little Ian from the people who killed his mother.  She did not expect to run into her ex-fiancée, Graham Flynn, who is with the DEA.  Of course, Graham’s skills are just what Marielle and Ian need.  I cannot imagine fleeing into a snowstorm in a bathrobe and slippers (brr).  I think Marielle should have put more thought into her to go bag.  I wish the author had spent a little more time on character development.  I would have liked to know more about Marielle and Graham.  I enjoy second chance romances, but I felt this one was rushed at the end.  I would have liked to see them discuss their feelings (when not on the run or fighting bad guys).  I loved how Graham connected with Ian.  It was sweet.  I like how faith was incorporated into the story.  We see that that everything happens in God’s own timing.  Defending the Child is a gripping tale with swift snowfall, a scared child, a protective DEA agent, a compassionate woman, a resolute killer, and a second chance romance.

Defending the Child is available from Amazon as well as other major booksellers.  Sharon Dunn's next book is Targeted Montana Witness which will be out on 27.  You can find Sharon Dunn's other books here.  Thank you for popping by today.  Tomorrow I am featuring B is for Bonnet by Shelley Shepard Gray.  It is the second book in the Amish ABCs series.  Can you believe that it is snowing in Florida?  It is not snowing in my area, but it is cold (and our heat is not working). I am very thankful to Sidney Russell who invented the first electric blanket.  I hope that you have joyful day. Take care, stay warm, and Happy Reading!

Kris

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*I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book.  I am not required to leave a review.  The comments and opinions expressed are strictly my own.