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About the Book

Title: Guarding Truth
Series: Elite Guardians: Savannah #3
Author: Lynette Eason, Kelly Underwood
Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense
Publisher: Sunrise Publishing
Release Date: October 15, 2024

The truth might destroy them both…

The one thing that Former Army Ranger turned elite bodyguard Juliette Montgomery regrets is never telling fellow solider Caleb Styles her true feelings. But how could she? They were co-workers, and then the guy went and saved her life. And that turned out to be the one thing that cost them their relationship.

So Juliette has moved on, trying to forget Caleb—and her feelings.

Caleb hasn’t forgotten her either. But he has no idea she now lives in Savannah, Georgia…especially since his life is full as guardian of his niece, Ivy, after her parents were killed.

And then he discovers that his brilliant niece’s computer skills have attracted a notorious hacker group. More, when Ivy tracks the hackers, she endangers Caleb’s cyber-security company.

Enter his need for the Elite Guardians.

The last—very last—person Juliette thought she’d see again is Caleb Styles, let alone be assigned to protect him. And now, suddenly, the very last thing she needs is to let her heart take over. She must protect them both—which means ignoring…or trying to ignore—the attraction between them.

Caleb never understood why Juliette walked away from him…but he can’t deny that his feelings for her never died. Except maybe she doesn’t share those feelings because her only goal seems to be protecting Ivy. And, it’s probably for the best.

After all, they need all their wits about them to find the hackers and unravel their plans.

And then they discover the hackers’ true intent—and it becomes a race against time. But it too late to protect their hearts from the truth?

An electrifying blend of suspense, chemistry, and unbreakable bonds, this romantic thriller is a must-read for fans of the Elite Guardian series.

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About the Author

Kelly Underwood’s favorite things are reading, writing, and drinking coffee. She was born in New Hampshire, but don’t ask her about snow, because she’s been a Florida girl since she was twelve. She writes book reviews for her blog bestinsuspense.com and is an active member of the Central Florida chapter of the American Christian Fiction Writers. She’s a sucker for a good suspense novel, the kind you have to read cover-to-cover until the mystery is solved and the bad guys are in handcuffs. If you’re looking for her, she’s probably on her back patio with a Kindle in one hand and a cup of coffee in the other. 

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Lynette Eason is the bestselling author of Life Flight and the Danger Never Sleeps, Blue Justice, Women of Justice, Deadly Reunions, Hidden Identity, and Elite Guardians series. She is the winner of three ACFW Carol Awards, the Selah Award, and the Inspirational Reader’s Choice Award, among others. She is a graduate of the University of South Carolina and has a master’s degree in education from Converse College. Eason lives in South Carolina with her husband and two children. Learn more at www.lynetteeason.com.

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My Review

Book: Guarding Truth
Author: Lynette Eason, Kelly Underwood
Series: Book 3 in the Elite Guardians: Savannah series
Rating: 4.5/5

I am such a huge fan of this series. I was so happy when they decided to do another spinoff. This particular story was so fascinating and kept me reading until the wee hours of morning. You will lose sleep if you start reading this story in the evening. LOL. I have read all of the books in this series and they do NOT disappoint. The authors weave a thrilling mystery with nonstop action that keeps the reader guessing and on the the edge of their seat. The romantic aspects infuse more authenticity and humor into the story. The main characters are so interesting with not your average cookie-cutter backstories. The faith aspects woven throughout are encouraging and inspiring.

Highly recommend this action-packed, Christian romantic thriller with a little something for everyone to enjoy!

My thanks to the author and publisher for providing me with an ARC of the book. All opinions expressed here are entirely my own. No positive review was expected and no compensation received.

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About the Book

Title: Faint Hearted
Series: Cursed Fae #2
Authors: Leia Stone, Julie Hall
Genre: Romantic Fantasy
Release Date: October 10, 2024

The Summer Court princess has never failed to end the curse that ravages Faerie every hundred years, until now.

As the Fall princess, the responsibility has fallen on me to stop the poison destroying my realm. I must go to Ethereum to fetch the heart of one of its dark lords, or my people will perish.

Everything unravels the moment I step foot in Ethereum. Thrown into my target’s dungeon and in fear for my life, I can see no way to save myself, let alone my kingdom. The scarred Ethereum lord who holds me is brutal, unforgiving, and only keeping me alive as long as I’m useful to him.

Yet I have a secret, harbored my entire life, and if I can use it to my advantage, there is a chance I and my people might come through unscathed…

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About the Authors

Leia Stone is the USA Today bestselling author of multiple bestselling series including Matefinder and Wolf Girl. She’s sold over three million books and her Fallen Academy series has been optioned for film. Her novels have been translated into many languages and she even dabbles in script writing. Leia writes romantasy with sassy kick-butt heroines and irresistible love interests. She lives in Spokane, WA with her husband and two children.

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Julie Hall is a USA Today bestselling, multiple award-winning author. Before diving into the world of publishing, she was a publicist and marketer for Sony, Summit Entertainment, Paramount, The Weinstein Company, and the National Geographic Channel. Now, she crafts addictive action-packed fantasy stories that leave readers with epic book hangovers. Julie’s books have been translated into four languages and won or were finalists in over 20 national and international awards. Julie currently lives in Colorado with her four favorite people–her husband, daughter and two fur babies.

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My Review

Book: Faint Hearted
Author: Leia Stone, Julie Hall
Series: Book 2 in the Cursed Fae series
Rating: 4/5

After reading the first story in this new series, Cold Hearted, I’ve been eagerly awaiting the next installment, Faint Hearted, and it did NOT disappoint. I appreciated how each story is unique but still connected. I appreciated the main characters – their struggles, their flaws, their triumphs. The story was full of fun romance, humor, action and adventure which kept me reading to the very end! I highly recommend reading the books in order so it makes the most sense. Each story’s romance is standalone but the overarching saga should be read in order. The world-building just keeps getting better and better and I cannot wait to read what comes next! 

Also, the cover is absolutely gorgeous and I can’t wait to get my hands on the physical book (which I preordered). I appreciate the care that has gone into making the books well written and look spectacular!

PG-13 content. No explicit scenes.

Highly recommend this fantastic romantasy story that will capture your hearts and imagination!

My thanks to the author and publisher for providing me with an ARC of the book. All opinions expressed here are entirely my own. No positive review was expected and no compensation received.

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About the Book

Title: One Last Stand
Series: Alaska Air One Rescue #4
Author: Susan May Warren
Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense
Publisher: SDG Publishing
Release Date: October 8, 2024

As a member of the Air One Rescue team, pilot London Brooks has built a new life—one far away from her clandestine past as an operative tasked to take down a branch of Russian terrorists. She has no desire to reenter that world or endure the grief of losing everyone she loved, including her fiancé. But the past won’t stay past. When she finds herself falsely accused, her reputation tarnished, and her life in danger, she has no choice but to plunge back into the treacherous world she left behind. Even if she must surrender everything—and everyone—she loves in her new life.

Shep Watson will never forget the day he saved London Brooks from the avalanche that nearly killed her. He knew there was more to her story, but he’s intent on keeping her secrets. Just when it seems she’s finally ready to let him into her heart, her past comes knocking. But he can’t bear to lose her again. Which means, somehow, he’ll have to enter her world, keep up with her, and figure out a way to bring her home. But when the danger comes home to Alaska, what will it cost the Air One Rescue team?

Join bestselling author Susan May Warren in the final, thrilling journey through the majestic Alaskan wilderness and beyond, where love defies danger and second chances are won with courage and determination.

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About the Author

With nearly 2 million books sold, critically acclaimed novelist Susan May Warren is the Christy, RITA, and Carol award-winning author of over ninety novels. Known for her compelling plots and unforgettable characters, Susan has penned contemporary and historical romances, romantic suspense, thrillers, rom-coms, and Christmas novellas. With books translated into eight languages, she’s a USA Today, ECPA and CBA bestseller, and has received numerous starred Publisher Weekly reviews. Library Journal says, “Warren’s characters are well-developed and she knows how to create a first rate contemporary romance.”

Susan is a nationally acclaimed writing coach, and winner of the 2009 American Christian Fiction Writers Mentor of the Year. She is the founder of Novel.Academy, author of the popular writing method, The Story Equation, and a founding partner of Sunrise Media Group.

My Review

Book: One Last Stand
Author: Susan May Warren
Series: Book 4 in the Alaska Air One Rescue series
Rating: 4.5/5

Wow. What a wild ride this series has been and I am so sad to see this series end. The author truly does NOT disappoint and delivers an amazing story that revisits characters from previous books and series. This book picks up where the third book left off so I recommend reading the other books in the series first. I actually had to go back to the third book to remember what had happened although the author helps set it up well. I was excited to finally figure out the backstories of the main characters and read how their story enfolds. The suspense and action are nonstop and will keep you guessing.

Highly recommend this exciting, romantic thriller that will make you fall in love!

My thanks to the author and publisher for providing me with an ARC of the book. All opinions expressed here are entirely my own. No positive review was expected and no compensation received.

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