★★★★★ A Fast-Paced, Thrilling Story Where a Retired Military Working Dog and His Handler Save A Female Scientist From a Deadly End
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About This Book:
Amidst the glittering heat of Abu Dhabi, Hollyn Reinhardt’s world shatters in one tragic night. Once a child prodigy, now a leading AI scientist, she’s left reeling from her parents’ sudden death—and the haunting suspicion that it was no accident. Vulnerable yet defiant, Hollyn must protect her life’s work from unseen enemies.
Enter Davis Ledger: former Green Beret, owner of a keen-nosed military working dog named Fury, and the slightly older man whose rugged charm once captured Hollyn’s young heart. Medically discharged and disillusioned, he’s ready for peace in the US, but walks back into the line of fire when he discovers his friends have been murdered and that their daughter Hollyn—now all grown up—needs his help.
Following an attempt on her life, Hollyn realizes the USB containing her code has been stolen. Code that, in the wrong hands, could kill thousands. But Davis’s sable German shepherd, who has been specially trained to sniff out electronics, is the perfect dog to ensure this doesn’t end in disaster. They have no choice but to join up with a black ops group to protect Hollyn and hunt down the tech.
As they’re pursued by killers, Hollyn struggles to douse her reigniting crush, while Davis finds it harder and harder to deny his feelings and stay mission-focused. With the clock ticking down to an unthinkable catastrophe, Hollyn and Davis face the ultimate test. Can they thwart the threat and reclaim the code, or will their second chance at love end in heartbreak—or worse…disaster?
A masterful blend of breathless suspense and heart-stopping romance, this tale of danger, devotion, and rekindled love will have you at the edge of your seat.
MY REVIEW: ★★★★★/5
Author Steffani Webb (under the mentorship of Ronie Kendig) has delivered a thrilling, action-packed new release that will have romantic suspense readers and dog-lovers alike devouring the pages!
From the explosive beginning to the sweet, heartwarming ending, this book had me captivated. I adored Davis, a medically-released soldier and his RMWD, Fury. Their bond and companionship were the perfect duo as they navigated the waters of life after the Army and finding new purpose.
Female lead Hollyn was a sweet balance to the rough edges of the dog/handler duo with her intelligent, scientific background and heartbreaking past. I found each of the characters to be well-rounded and likable and enjoyed the handful of appearances from other beloved characters from past books.
The suspense and intensity of this story stayed strong throughout the pages, keeping me on the edge of my seat and making this a great addition to a series I've really enjoyed. The romance thread was strong and I liked that it remained consistent throughout the story as well coming to a sweet, satisfying conclusion. There are doses of humor and sarcasm strewn throughout the book, keeping it authentic and entertaining while balancing the darker aspects.
Overall, a definite recommendation from me to readers who enjoy fast-paced military working dog stories with threads of faith, family, teamwork and romance. If you love a race-against-time or a friends-t0-lovers trope, do not miss this new release!
Content and Trigger Warnings: PG, war style action scenes, murder, toxic parental relationships, drug overdose (light), death
