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“Expired Hope” by Megan Besing & Lisa Phillips

Posted on April 26, 2023 by EmpowerMoms

Expired Hope JustRead Takeover + Review Blitz

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for Expired Hope by Megan Besing & Lisa Phillips, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Expired Hope

Series: Last Chance Fire and Rescue #2

Authors: Megan Besing & Lisa Phillips

Publisher: Sunrise Publishing

Release Date: April 25, 2023

Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

She battled every fire she ever faced.

He’s risking everything for the chance to belong.

Veteran and therapist Natalie Atkinson watched her Army career explode in her face. All she ever wanted was to help people carry their burdens. Seeking a new future in Last Chance County doesn’t start so well when she’s the one being rescued from a client’s burning house. To make matters worse, now she’s stuck evaluating the truck and rescue squads for the fire department. When the chief overhears why she left her last job, she’s determined to prove to him and her boss that she’s still the right therapist to assess his crew.

No matter if success takes everything she’s got.

Fire Chief Macon James is the right man for the job. He doesn’t need a therapist interfering with the running of his crew or putting his position in jeopardy when a counselor is what tore his family apart. He’s got to get his firefighters to be a team, and he can do it without Natalie’s help. After an explosion destroys her car, it quickly becomes clear she might need him as much as everyone thinks he needs her. If these two stubborn hearts will surrender, they could have everything they want.

Or it could all go down in flames.

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MY REVIEW

This was book 2 in the Last Chance Fire and Rescue series and it was amazing! I liked that characters from book 1 were also a part of this new story, but they can be read as stand alone book.

This book focused on Chief Macon and therapist Natalie who is called in to help his firefighter team become more unified.

Lots of action, clean romance, and heartache as the Chief and his team try to keep Natalie and the town safe from fires and danger. Both characters were brave, determined and had alot of demons from their past that they needed to work through in order to be better people.

I can’t wait to read more in this exciting new series. Once you start reading this book, you won’t want to put it down.

I received a copy of this book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.

About the Authors

Lisa Phillips Megan Besing

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.

Despite adoring happily-ever-afters, Megan Besing didn’t unlock a love for reading until her mid-twenties, which quickly expanded into writing. Her stories have won many awards, but her most cherished achievements are being a wife and mother. She lives in a pocket-size Indiana town, centered around extended family. She’s always planning a road trip with a view, yet her favorite place may just be on her front porch drinking tea.

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

Discover the world of Last Chance County at www.lastchancecounty.com.

Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a paperback of Expired Hope and a $10 Gift Card to the Sunrise Shop!

Expired Hope JustRead Giveaway

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“Safeguarding the Witness” by Laurie Winter

Posted on April 24, 2023 by EmpowerMoms

Safeguarding the Witness JustRead Blog + Review Tour

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Safeguarding the Witness by Laurie Winter, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Safeguarding the Witness

Series: The Protectors

Author: Laurie Winter

Publisher: ‎ Inspirational The Protectors Collection (Love Inspired Suspense)

Release Date: April 25, 2023

Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

A treasure worth killing for…

Unless the bodyguard can protect them

Kayla Swartz’s return to Snowberry, Montana, has been a living nightmare. She found her estranged father murdered, and unless she retrieves some missing jewels, Kayla and her three-year-old sister could be next. With nowhere else to turn, Kayla entrusts their lives to bodyguard Nicholas Galanis. But is hiding at a remote cabin in the mountains their best chance to survive…or the perfect opportunity for an ambush?

MY REVIEW

This was a really good, steady pace, intriguing suspense that kept my interest from beginning to end. I liked the main characters Nicholas, Kayla, her mom and little sister.

This clean, action suspense had twists and turns as Kayla and Nicholas run from danger trying to figure out who killed Trevor and where the missing jewels ended up.

I really enjoyed it and can’t wait to read more books from the Love Inspired Suspense book line and from this author. I highly recommend LIS books because they are always action packed and always clean.

I received a copy of this book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.

About the Author

Laurie Winter

Multiple award-winning author Laurie Winter is a true warrior of the heart. Inspired by her dreams, she creates authentic characters who overcome the odds and find true love. She keeps her life balanced with jogging and binge-watching true-crime shows. When not pounding the pavement or the keyboard, she’s enjoying time with her family, who are scattered between Wisconsin and Michigan. Laurie has three kids and one fantastic husband, all who inspire her to chase her dreams.

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

Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a $50 Amazon gift card & signed copy of Safeguarding the Witness

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight April 24, 2023 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on May 1, 2023. 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.

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“Caught by the Cowgirl” by Tanya Agler

Posted on April 21, 2023 by EmpowerMoms

Caught by the Cowgirl JustRead Blog Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Caught by the Cowgirl by Tanya Agler, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Caught by the Cowgirl

Series: Rodeo Stars of Violet Ridge #1

Author: Tanya Agler

Publisher: Harlequin Heartwarming

Release Date: April 25, 2023

Genre: Sweet/Clean Contemporary Romance

She’s got a knack…

For roping in hearts

For rancher Will Sullivan, nothing is more beautiful than a Colorado sunrise…until Kelsea Carruthers shows up at his ranch, wanting to lease his land. But Will has plans for his struggling ranch that don’t include the gorgeous, quirky Southern belle. Now Kelsea is quickly learning how to be a true cowgirl—even as she steals everyone’s hearts. And this gruff, set-in-his-ways cowboy might just be falling the hardest…

From Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.

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MY REVIEW

City girl Kelsea goes to Colorado to visit rancher Will with a business proposal. Kelsea has a beautiful, bright personality with lots of skills and the ability to make people laugh and feel at ease. I also loved seeing the ranch in Kelsea’s eyes with her learning how to take care of animals and the day to day chores and living on a ranch for the first time.

I also liked seeing Will evolve during the story as he learns to stop and appreciate the beauty and comfort his ranch offers others.

They were both great main characters and easy to love. I can’t wait to read more in this series that hopefully will include the townspeople that were also introduced. I loved this easy to read, fun book!

I received a copy of this book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.

About the Author

Tanya Agler

An award-winning author, Tanya Agler makes her home in Georgia with her wonderful husband, their four children, and a lovable rescue beagle. When she’s not writing, Tanya loves classic movies, chocolate, and a good cup of tea.

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

Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a $25 Amazon gift card and a signed copy of The Sheriff’s Second Chance!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight April 19, 2023 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on April 26, 2023. 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.

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“Tactical Force” by Lynn Shannon

Posted on April 19, 2023 by EmpowerMoms

Tactical Force JustRead Blog Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Tactical Force by Lynn Shannon, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Tactical Force

Series: Triumph Over Adversity #6

Author: Lynn Shannon

Publisher: Creative Thoughts, LLC

Release Date: February 28, 2023

Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

Some wounds never heal.

As a former Navy SEAL, Walker Montgomery faces danger without flinching. But not even a combat zone halfway around the world was far enough to escape the trauma of his teen years. His younger sister was murdered and the killer never caught. Since returning home, he’s been quietly working the case, unable to move on with his life until justice is served.

She’s a survivor.

Hayley Barlow has her own tragic childhood. Abducted and held captive, she barely escaped the clutches of the same killer that murdered Walker’s sister. The invisible scars on her heart and the brand on her shoulder are souvenirs she can’t get rid of. When Hayley receives a taunting phone call from her attacker, she turns to Walker for help.

A race to stop a killer.

Walker is committed to safeguarding Hayley, but their closeness fractures the walls surrounding his heart. As the killer draws them into a deadly game of cat-and-mouse, nothing is as it seems. Walker is used to taking the fight to the enemy, but this time, with Hayley’s life on the line, it may cost him more than he’s willing to lose.

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MY REVIEW

This is the first book that I have read from the Triumph Over Adversity series. This book can be read as a standalone book or as part of the series for better character development with repeating characters. I enjoyed getting to know Walker and his tactical team members including Jason, Kyle, Nathan, Logan.

Hayley returns to her childhood home after the death of her mother and runs into old friends and old memories. Walker and his team try to protect Hayley against the Casanova serial killer, who had attacked her 10 years prior and is now back for revenge.

This clean Christian fiction had lots of suspense and twists and turns. I really enjoyed the fast pace story line and characters. It was not graphic although the content is about a serial killer, kidnapping and murder.

I can’t wait to read more from this series!

I received a copy of this book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.

About the Author

Lynn Shannon

It took an international move from Texas to Greece before Lynn Shannon turned her love of reading into a passion for writing. Now she spends her days penning fast-paced inspirational romantic suspense. Her novels combine intriguing mysteries with heartfelt romance.

Lynn lives with her husband, two children, an extremely spoiled dog, and a turtle who hibernates half of the year. The experience of a different country has provided amazing new foods—like Yemista and Kourabiedes—to accompany pecans and Blue Bell ice cream on her favorites list. She also never passes up coffee, chocolate, or the chance to watch cute animal videos.

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

Tour Giveaway

(2) winners will each receive a $25 Amazon.com gift card + paperback copy of Tactical Force.

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight April 18, 2023 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on April 25, 2023. 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.

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