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Rescued Faith by Lisa Phillips

About the Book

Title: Rescued Faith
Series: Last Chance Fire and Rescue #6
Authors: Lisa Phillips, Michelle Sass Aleckson
Publisher: Sunrise Publishing
Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense
Release Date: April 15, 2025

When private detective Penny Mitchell’s latest case takes her right back to the last place on earth she wants to go, she must make a choice—continue running from her past, leaving Last Chance County for good, or stay and ensure that her sister and her kids are safe. Even if that means running into her ex.

Rescue firefighter and notorious playboy Bryce Crawford is supposed to be a different guy now that he’s come to faith, but he isn’t exactly sure how to do that—especially when the woman who broke his heart comes back to town. As if seeing Penny isn’t dangerous enough, they have to work together on a new task force to find the criminals responsible for the recent string of explosions and epidemic of dangerous new weapons on the streets.

Together, Penny and Bryce must set aside their past and race against time to uncover the criminals’ end game…and stop them before it’s too late.

Dive into this heart-pounding romantic suspense where danger lurks around every corner and second chances come at a price. Rescued Faith is a thrilling tale of redemption, forgiveness, and the unbreakable bonds of family in the face of adversity.

Purchase your copy here.


About the Authors

Lisa Phillips

Lisa Phillips is a USA Today and top ten Publishers Weekly bestselling author of over 50 books that span Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense line, independently published series romantic suspense, and thriller novels. She’s discovered a penchant for high-stakes stories of mayhem and disaster where you can find made-for-each-other love that always ends in happily ever after.

Lisa is a British ex-pat who grew up an hour outside of London and attended Calvary Chapel Bible College, where she met her husband. He’s from California, but nobody’s perfect. It wasn’t until her Bible College graduation that she figured out she was a writer (someone told her). As a worship leader for Calvary Chapel churches in her local area, Lisa has discovered a love for mentoring new ministry members and youth worship musicians.

Connect with Lisa by visiting authorlisaphillips.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates. Discover the world of Last Chance County at www.lastchancecounty.com.

Michelle Sass Aleckson

After growing upon both the east and west coasts, Michelle Sass Aleckson now lives the country life in central Minnesota with her own hero and their four kids. She loves rocking out to 80’s music on a Saturday night, playing Balderdash with the fam, and getting lost in good stories. Especially stories that shine grace. And if you’re wondering, yes, Sass is her maiden name. Visit her atwww.michellealeckson.com.

CONNECT WITH MICHELLE: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter


My Review

Rescued Faith
by Lisa Phillips, Michelle Sass Aleckson
Book 6 in the Last Chance Fire and Rescue series
Rating: 4/5

As always, the authors deliver an exceptional story with realistic characters and adrenaline-filled adventures and suspense that will keep you reading until the end. Penny is back in Last Chance County and still drawn to Bryce, the playboy firefighter who broke her heart. They are swept back together by a case and unable to avoid each other. Can they make amends for the mistakes of the past? Since Bryce show Penny how much he’s changed and hasn’t gotten over her? The chemistry between the two main characters is swoon worthy and the redemptive arc is endearing. Faith is woven throughout which only adds to the story. 

Highly recommend if you enjoy Christian, nonstop action and suspense wrapped around a beautiful second chances romance. 

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. 


More in the Series

Expired Return: A thrilling fire and rescue romantic suspense (Last Chance Fire and Rescue Book 1)
Expired Hope: A gripping fire and rescue romantic suspense (Last Chance Fire and Rescue Book 2)
Expired Promise: A breathtaking fire & rescue romantic suspense (Last Chance Fire and Rescue Book 3)
Expired Vows: A Last Chance County Novel (Last Chance Fire and Rescue Book 4)

Read my review of Expired Hope here.
Read my review of Expired Vows here.
Read my review of Rescued Duty here.

Some Like It Scot by Pepper Basham

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for Some Like it Scot by Pepper Basham hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Some Like It Scot
Author: Pepper Basham
Genre: Christian Contemporary Romantic Comedy
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Release Date: April 8, 2025

She lives her life on the fly. His heart is double-knotted to home. Can two different souls create a life together?

Popular travel writer and podcaster Katie Campbell roams the world collecting other people’s stories. She’s built a career as “Miss Adventure,” known for saying yes to anything new–country, food, or experience–and predictably finding those adventures taking a downward turn into misadventures.

Offered the chance to explore her ancestral roots through a three-week Edwardian experience, Katie finds herself immersed in the beauty and eccentricity of Scotland. In her period attire, with traditional foods and activities, the opportunities for misadventures are endless, especially with the presence of a maniacal macaw, a jealous co-worker, and an all-too-surly Scotsman.

Reclusive and protective Graeme MacKerrow doesn’t venture far from his island home. A stoic Scotsman, Graeme’s comfort zone has always been family, and after his sister’s death, he’s even more determined to save the MacKerrow ancestral home and keep those he loves close. The sudden intrusion of a six-foot-one American lass, famous for her traveling misfortunes, was far from his plan.

As this world of folklore, community, and woodworkers-in-kilts tempts Katie to discover her own story, could this one grand series of misadventures lead her directly to where she belongs? And would a settled-in-Scot ever risk loosening his grip on what’s familiar to allow a wanderlust writer a home in his heart? How could their very different worlds share the same page of life’s story when “home” is in two very different places? But maybe home–and the future–isn’t quite what either one imagined it would be. Maybe home is less about a place . . . and more about a person.

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About the Author

Pepper Basham

Pepper Basham is an award-winning author who writes romance “peppered” with grace and humor. Writing both historical and contemporary novels, she loves to incorporate her native Appalachian culture and/or her unabashed adoration of the UK into her stories. She currently resides in the lovely mountains of Asheville, NC, where she is the wife of a fantastic pastor, the mom of five great kids, a speech-language pathologist, and a lover of chocolate, jazz, hats, and Jesus.

Connect with Pepper by visiting pepperdbasham.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.


My Review

Some Like It Scot
by Pepper Basham
Rating: 4.5/5

Wow. Wow. I haven’t read much from this author but I will definitely be reading more. This contemporary story was so good. I absolutely fell in love with the main characters. I laughed. I cried. I swooned. The dialogue is witty and punny. I did not want to stop reading. I absolutely want more stories from the MacKerrow family. I loved how the author was able to weave some of her faith into the story without being preachy. I enjoyed the visit to Scotland and even listened to the story with a Scottish voiced Siri. 

Highly recommend this clean romantic comedy that will take you on a wild misadventure through Scotland and 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.


Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a print copy of Some Like it Scot and hairy coo themed gift box!

(1) additional winner will receive a print copy of Some Like it Scot!

Be sure to check out each stop on the tour for more chances to win. Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight April 9, 2025 and lasts through 11:59 PM EST on April 16, 2025. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

Giveaway is subject to the policies found here.

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Rescued Duty by Lisa Phillips & Laura Conaway

About the Book

Title: Rescued Duty
Series: Last Chance Fire and Rescue #5
Authors: Lisa Phillips, Laura Conaway
Publisher: Sunrise Publishing
Genre: Christian Mystery & Suspense Romance
Release Date: March 11, 2025

After growing up in foster care, investigative reporter Naya Michél has learned there’s usually more to a situation than meets the eye. When she’s assigned a story about the current water contamination crisis in town, Naya is ready to show her boss she has what it takes to secure a promotion—especially since the events surrounding the story have personal ties to her childhood. When her investigation makes her the target of someone who wants the truth kept quiet, how far will Naya’s determination take her before the cost becomes too much?

Rescue Squad firefighter and former foster kid Zack Stephens is ready to step up his game at work when his boss hands him a cold case for hazmat training. As Zack delves into the case, he uncovers a shocking revelation—his parents’ deaths weren’t accidental. Determined to find their murderer, Zack throws himself into the investigation. But he doesn’t expect his search to collide with Naya, the girl he promised to protect when they lived in foster care together.

As threats mount and Naya is caught in the crosshairs, can Zack reconcile the mistakes of his past and find a killer before someone deals a lethal blow? And can the two of them learn to trust—and love—each other again despite the pain of their past?

Purchase your copy here.


About the Authors

Lisa Phillips

Lisa Phillips is a USA Today and top ten Publishers Weekly bestselling author of over 50 books that span Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense line, independently published series romantic suspense, and thriller novels. She’s discovered a penchant for high-stakes stories of mayhem and disaster where you can find made-for-each-other love that always ends in happily ever after.

Lisa is a British ex-pat who grew up an hour outside of London and attended Calvary Chapel Bible College, where she met her husband. He’s from California, but nobody’s perfect. It wasn’t until her Bible College graduation that she figured out she was a writer (someone told her). As a worship leader for Calvary Chapel churches in her local area, Lisa has discovered a love for mentoring new ministry members and youth worship musicians.

Connect with Lisa by visiting authorlisaphillips.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates. Discover the world of Last Chance County at www.lastchancecounty.com.

Laura Conaway

Laura Conaway grew up in the suburbs of Pennsylvania as an avid reader and writer while making every adventure a mystery to solve like Nancy Drew. As a former school librarian, she’s always on the hunt for the next best read but now spends her time creating stories that leave readers on the edge of their seat with a healthy dose of suspense and happily ever afters. When she’s not typing away or inhaling sweet potato fries to motivate writing, Laura spends her time playing violin and guitar and sharing about the Greatest Story ever written.

Connect with Laura by visiting lauraconawayauthor.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.


My Review

Rescued Duty
by Lisa Phillips, Laura Conaway
Book 5 in the Last Chance Fire and Rescue series
Rating: 4/5

This action-packed thriller with romance and mystery was filled with all the things that make up a great story. The authors did an excellent job of fleshing out the main characters and giving them believable back stories with flaws and endearing traits. The mystery keeps the reader guessing until the end. The romance is sweet and messy at times with all the insecurities and feelings that happen when two broken people try to get together. I will definitely be reading more from these authors and in this series.

Highly recommend this clean, fiery romantic suspense thriller that will keep you guessing until the end.

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. 


More in the series

Expired Return: A thrilling fire and rescue romantic suspense (Last Chance Fire and Rescue Book 1) Expired Hope: A gripping fire and rescue romantic suspense (Last Chance Fire and Rescue Book 2) Expired Promise: A breathtaking fire & rescue romantic suspense (Last Chance Fire and Rescue Book 3) Expired Vows: A Last Chance County Novel (Last Chance Fire and Rescue Book 4)

Read my review of Expired Hope here.
Read my review of Expired Vows here.