Danger in the Rockies by Terri Reed

 Danger in the Rockies

Book Summary

A K-9 team’s investigation

leads to a deadly case of mistaken identity.

K-9 officer Maren Anderson is shocked when she catches a glimpse of her presumed-dead twin sister—moments before a shooter opens fire. DEA agent Colt Dawson rescues her and helps secure the crime scene, but before Maren can find her sister, Opal vanishes again. Maren has questions and so does Colt—especially since Opal may be the key to exposing a drug kingpin’s identity. But now the cartel leader’s henchmen think Maren is her sister and she has a target on her back. Forced to work together to unravel the deadly mystery, Maren and Colt must track down her twin before the criminals closing in claim their lives…

My Thoughts

Danger in the Rockies by Terri Reed is a thrilling page-turner that had me hooked from the very first page! Packed with suspense, action, mystery, romance, and faith, this story kept me reading late into the night because I just had to know how it would all turn out. I loved Maren and Colt, and Maren’s K-9 partner, Shadow, was such a great addition to the story. The chemistry between Maren and Colt adds even more depth as the danger escalates. I also really enjoyed how multiple agencies work together to solve the mystery. With themes of family, trust, second chances, and faith woven throughout, Danger in the Rockies is a captivating romantic suspense. Even though it’s the third book in the Colorado K-9 Unit series, it can definitely be read as a standalone. If you love romantic suspense with faith, danger, and a great K-9, this is a must-read!

Danger in the Rockies can be obtained from Amazon.  The next A Colorado K-9 Unit novel is Protecting the Baby which comes out June 30. The first two books in the Colorado K-9 Unit series are Searching for the Truth and Tracking the Taken Child.  If you enjoy romantic suspense, check out Terri Reed's other novels.   I will return on Tuesday, June 2 with Road Trip by Mary Kay Andrews. I hope that you have a wonderful weekend.  Enjoy the rest of your day and Happy Reading!

Kris

The Avid Reader

*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.

Pursued on the Run by Terri Reed

 Pursued on the Run

Book Summary

He’ll do anything to clear his name…

and protect his son.

Framed for a crime he didn’t commit, former sheriff’s investigator Sean Donovan is finally released from prison, only to be ambushed by unknown assailants—and left with a chilling warning. With his attackers now targeting his former fiancée, Assistant District Attorney Tracy Lynwood, he must take her under his protection…along with the son he didn’t know about. Fleeing to a remote location in Lake Tahoe, Sean and Tracy must navigate a web of corruption to expose the truth. But with fatal threats and untrustworthy allies everywhere, can they prove Sean’s innocence…and stay alive?

My Thoughts

Pursued on the Run by Terri Reed is a suspenseful and action-packed novel.  The story immediately captivated me, and I was eager to see the outcome.  The characters are engaging, the plot is fast paced with twists and action, and a second chance romance is possible.  A consistent theme of faith is integrated throughout.  There is a twist that is a jaw dropper (loved it).  The story has a satisfying ending.  Pursued on the Run is a page turner that held my interest from beginning to end.  

Pursued on the Run will be out on March 31 and it can be preordered from Amazon*.  Sharee Stover has Danger in the Rockies coming out May 26 and Montana Christmas Target on October 27. You can find the authors' other creations here.  Thank you for dropping by today. 

I will return on Thursday, March 26 with Murder Unshelved by Vannetta Chapman.  It is the debut of A Stitches, Perks & Pages Cozy Mysteries. My Mother and I did not make it to our appointment yesterday.  A contractor was working at one of the homes in the village and broke one of the main water lines.  The water had to be shut down for a few hours while they repaired it.  My Mother was in the middle of her shower when they turned off the water (they shut it down without any notice). Thankfully, I was able to reschedule our appointments for Friday. I hope that you have a delightful day.  I am still working on our storage shed (I have to replace the shelves at one end) and I need to decorate the front yard for Easter (I finally found all the Easter decorations).  Take care and Happy Reading!

Kris

The Avid Reader

*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.

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Texas Christmas Cover-Up by Terri Reed

 Texas Christmas Cover-Up

Book Summary

A hunt for the truth could be deadly.

When widowed FBI agent Kara Evans returns to sell her late mother’s home, eager to shed reminders of her tragic past, she’s assaulted by a masked attacker. With the house ransacked and a daughter to protect, Kara must turn to her former love, police chief Jeremy Hamilton, to track down her assailant. But when the trail of clues leads to unanswered questions about her father’s cold case murder, it’s clear that someone is determined to keep Kara from uncovering the truth. As a string of new murders unfolds, can they expose this deadly plot before Kara is silenced forever?

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

My Thoughts

Texas Christmas Cover-Up by Terri Reed grabbed my attention right away. It is a fast-paced story set during the holiday season. The author’s vivid descriptions of South Padre Island allowed me to envision it.  I enjoyed getting to know Kate, Jeremy, and Kate’s daughter, Emily.  I also liked Jeremy’s family.  They did not hesitate to help Kate and her daughter and do their best to make it a pleasant holiday for the pair. I enjoyed the mystery (I love solving whodunits).  There are clues, twists and turns, and a red herring or two.  I zeroed in on who I thought was the guilty party, and I could not wait to see if I was correct. The action kept things lively. Texas Christmas Cover-Up combines mystery, suspense, family, romance, and faith into an engaging story.  

Texas Christmas Cover-Up is available from Amazon*.  You can find Terri Reed's other novels here. If you follow Terri Reed on Amazon, they will email you when she has a new book release. Thank you for joining me today.  I will return on Thursday, October 30 with Shattered Amish Identity by Mary Alford.  It is hard to believe that Halloween is almost here. Have you stocked up on Halloween candy? Is your costume ready?  I am trying to convince Dickens, my cat, to dress up like a witch (she is not a fan of the hat).  I hope that you have an eerie day. Take care and Happy Reading!

Kris

The Avid Reader

*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.

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Standing Watch by Terri Reed

 Standing Watch

Book Summary

To protect an innocent witness…

a K-9 must sniff out a killer.

When K-9 task force officer Zach Kelsey’s estranged wife is attacked at a Mount Rushmore observation deck, he and his K-9, Amber, are quick to come to her rescue. He discovers not only that Eden, a park ranger, is carrying his child, but that she saw her coworker’s murder. As the only witness to the crime, Eden has no choice but to accept Zach’s protection. But with a ruthless killer ramping up his vicious attacks, they must put their differences aside to catch the murderer…before Eden becomes his next target.

Dakota K-9 Unit

Book 1: Chasing a Kidnapper by Laura Scott

Book 2: Deadly Badlands Pursuit by Sharee Stover

Book 3: Standing Watch by Terri Reed

Book 4: Cold Case Peril by Maggie K. Black

Book 5: Tracing Killer Evidence by Jodie Bailey

Book 6:  Threat of Revenge by Jessica R. Patch

My Thoughts

I started reading Standing Watch by Terri Reed before going to bed which turned out to be a mistake.  I found myself reading this compelling tale until the wee hours.  I thought Standing Watch was well-written with developed characters.  I could feel the chemistry and tension between Eden and Zach.  I admit, though, there were times when I wanted to bonk Zach over the head, because he was being so thickheaded over a certain issue. I loved the dogs.  They are sweet and smart.  I am continually impressed by the capabilities of dogs. 

Standing Watch has mystery, suspense, and action (which kept things lively).  Someone was determined to kill Eden and Zach was dedicated to keeping her safe.  The story had layers (it reminded me of an onion where you peel back layer after layer which each one better than the last) which made it more interesting.  Standing Watch is the third book in the Dakota K-9 Unit series.  It can be read independently but reading them sequentially may provide a more cohesive experience. I enjoyed the descriptions of the Mount Rushmore National Memorial.  I was surprised to learn that it is not a national park, but a national memorial managed by the national park service. Standing Watch is an absorbing story with a murdered ranger, an unforeseen surprise, a shielding spouse, a tenacious slayer, and a second chance romance.

Standing Watch is available from Amazon as well as other major retailers.  You can find the other books in the Dakota K-9 Unit series here.  Terri Reed has Texas Christmas Cover-Up coming out October 28.  If you follow Terri Reed on Amazon, they will send you an email when she has a new book release.  I will return on Tuesday, June 3 with Unshaken by Shelley Shepard Gray.  I hope that you have a tranquil weekend.  The heat and humidity are going up my area (Tampa Bay area of Florida).  I sweat walking down the driveway to get the newspaper (yes--we still get a paper copy of the newspaper).  I will be keeping cool in the pool (I am very grateful to Gaius Maecenas for inventing swimming pools). Take care and Happy Reading!

Kris

The Avid Reader

*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.

Trained to Protect by Terri Reed

 Trained to Protect

Book Summary

Protecting a witness could be

a deadly mission for this K-9 team.

K-9 officer Tarren McGregor never imagined that a cartel would find its way to Texas’s South Padre Island—or target his best friend’s sister. But when Julia Hamilton witnesses and prevents the kidnapping of a teen girl, Tarren knows that trouble is soon to follow. Because Julia didn’t just protect the girl—she saw the abductor’s face. Now she’s marked for murder, and it’s up to Tarren and his K-9 partner to keep Julia safe from the human traffickers in pursuit…even if it means putting themselves in the line of fire.

My Thoughts

I was immediately drawn into Trained to Protect by Terri Reed.  I enjoyed the action and suspense which kept things lively (and kept me wondering what would happen next). I liked the main characters, Julia and Tarren.  Julia and Tarren had known each other since they were kids.  The pair were cute together.  I enjoyed watching the walls that they had put up slowly come down.  It helps that they are together all the time, and the danger plays into it as well.  My favorite character was Tarren’s K9 partner, Raz.  Raz was a loving and playful dog, but he could track suspects and take down criminals as well (I believe the dog enjoyed taking down the bad guys). 

The author provided picturesque descriptions of San Padre Island which allowed me to visualize the beautiful island.  I like that Julia had a unique occupation.  You could tell that she cared for the turtles, and I enjoyed hearing about her job. The author nicely blended romance, action, suspense, mystery, and faith into one enticing story.  Trained to Protect is a captivating tale with an attempted kidnapping, flying bullets, a bothered brother, a protective canine, a turtle in trouble, a menacing cartel, and a blooming romance.

Trained to Protect is available from Amazon as well as other major booksellers (Barnes & Noble, Walmart, BAM, Kobo).  You can find Terri Reed's other novels here.  Terri Reed has Standing Watch coming out May 27.  It is the third book in the Dakota K-9 Unit series. You can visit Terri's website and sign up for her newsletter (and get a free novella).  Thank you so much for stopping by today.  On Wednesday, I am a stop on the Great Escapes Virtual Book Tours for Hiding the Witness by Deena Alexander.  I hope that you have a positive day.  I am off to find someone who will rebuild my carport.  There has to be a company that wants the work (I am 0 for 6).  Two came out and took measurements, but they never provided an estimates.  Four made appointments with me, but they never showed up.  I am beginning to think that I am jinxed.  Please send positive thoughts my way! Take care and Happy Reading!

Kris

The Avid Reader

*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.

Shielding the Innocent Target by Terri Reed

 Shielding the Innocent Target

Book Summary

A child under his protection…

and a hit man in pursuit.

After witnessing her boss’s murder, Paige Walsh must trust Deputy US Marshal Lucas Cavendish to bring her to safety. But when a notorious assassin targets her and her son, Lucas’s short-term assignment turns into a dangerous cross-country mission. For Paige to identify her boss’s killer, Lucas must get the family into witness protection. Except the hit man knows their every move…and trusting the wrong person could get them killed.

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

My Thoughts

Shielding the Innocent Target by Terri Reed pulled me in from the beginning.  I liked the characters especially Kenny and Aslan (what a clever and sweet therapy dog).  I enjoyed the action, suspense, and mystery.  There were twists and turns that kept things lively.  There is a thrilling conclusion to the whodunit.  Faith was nicely woven into the story.  My favorite phrase is from the verse in Romans “In all things God works for the good of those who love Him.”  The finale had me smiling.  I did feel, though, that the ending was a tad rushed (I would have liked an epilogue).  I have a feeling that Kenny will continue to wear a cowboy hat like his hero.  Shielding the Innocent Target is the final book in the author’s U.S. Marshal series (Lucas first appeared in Forced to Hide), but it can be read as a standalone.  Shielding the Innocent Target is a suspenseful tale with a slain prosecutor, an adorable boy, a protective cowboy, an astute therapy dog, a resolute killer, and a rare romance. 

Shielding the Innocent Target can be obtained from Amazon* as well as other major booksellers. The first three books in the U.S. Marshall series are Forced to Flee, Forced to Hide, and Undercover Christmas Escape.  You can find Terri Reed's other novels here.  You can learn more about Terri Reed and her books by checking out her website.  Thank you for joining me today.  Tomorrow I am featuring The Widow's Unexpected Suitor by Lenora Worth.  It is the second book in the Pinecraft Seasons series. I am off to run a couple of errands.  It is time for me to switch to tank tops thanks to the high heat and humidity we are experiencing this year.  I am very thankful for the inventor of air conditioning. I hope that you have a cheery and cool day.  Take care and Happy Reading!

Kris

The Avid Reader

*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.