Susan F. (scoutmomskf) -
Terrific blend of suspense and romance with the added bonus of a "mature" couple. This is the first book in a new series centered around K-9 Ranch. Owner and dog trainer Jessie pairs up with her old friend Garrett to protect two children with trouble on their trail.
Jessie and Garrett have traumatic pasts that still influence their lives. Jessie lost her husband and baby in a home invasion twelve years earlier, leading her to start her business training support dogs. Garrett is a former sniper who has flashbacks to some of his missions. They have been friends for many years, but Garrett wants more. At forty-six, Jessie is wary of risking her heart again, especially on someone with a dangerous job. Garrett is fifty and has been in love with Jessie for years. I loved his patience and understanding of her fears while emphasizing that his feelings are forever.
When odd things happen around her ranch, Garrett's protective instincts kick in. Matters become complicated when two runaway children show up in Jessie's barn. Nine-year-old Nate and his five-year-old sister, Abby, escaped from their drug dealer father and his predator boss. The intensity ramps up as the bad guys close in. The final confrontation was a nail-biter, both terrifying and exhilarating, as danger was faced and overcome. I loved the ending and seeing Jessie find happiness at long last.
Jessie and Garrett have traumatic pasts that still influence their lives. Jessie lost her husband and baby in a home invasion twelve years earlier, leading her to start her business training support dogs. Garrett is a former sniper who has flashbacks to some of his missions. They have been friends for many years, but Garrett wants more. At forty-six, Jessie is wary of risking her heart again, especially on someone with a dangerous job. Garrett is fifty and has been in love with Jessie for years. I loved his patience and understanding of her fears while emphasizing that his feelings are forever.
When odd things happen around her ranch, Garrett's protective instincts kick in. Matters become complicated when two runaway children show up in Jessie's barn. Nine-year-old Nate and his five-year-old sister, Abby, escaped from their drug dealer father and his predator boss. The intensity ramps up as the bad guys close in. The final confrontation was a nail-biter, both terrifying and exhilarating, as danger was faced and overcome. I loved the ending and seeing Jessie find happiness at long last.
