If you still haven’t read the Last Chance Fire and Rescue series from Sunrise Publishing, please tell me what you are waiting for!? I have yet to read a book published by Sunrise that I didn’t LOVE, and Expired Vows is no exception. Seriously guys – get your copy (or copies!) today!
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About the Book
Expired Vows Author Lisa Phillips, Laura Conaway
Published by Sunrise Publishing
on August 29, 2023
Genres: Fiction / Action & Adventure, Fiction / Christian / Romance / Suspense, Fiction / Romance / Clean & Wholesome, Fiction / Romance / Contemporary, Fiction / Romance / Firefighters, Fiction / Romance / Suspense, Fiction / Small Town & Rural, Fiction / Thrillers / Suspense
Pages: 338
Amazon | GoodreadsShe sees the promise of freedom.
He vowed to always be the hero.
EMT Trace Bently came back to Last Chance County to escape his past. After the loss of his wife, he gave up a promising career as a police officer for the opportunity to save lives every day as part of the Fire Department. When a hostage situation demands the help of a local counselor, Trace realizes the past he left behind has found him. He’s being given a second chance to save the life of someone he cares about.
If he can face the grief he buried.
Family Counselor Kelsey Scott has to secure this grant or admit failure. She can’t afford to lose any more pieces of the life she wants because of her own choices. When Kelsey becomes the target of a series of dangerous attacks, Trace steps in determined to protect his late wife’s best friend. This hero breaks down all her resistance, but Kelsey can’t risk her own heart.
Even if it’s what will set them both free.
Another thrilling installment in the Last Chance Fire and Rescue series.
Last Chance Fire and Rescue
Book 1: Expired Return
Book 2: Expired Hope
Book 3: Expired Promise
Book 4: Expired Vows
Last Chance County
Book 1: Expired Refuge
Book 2: Expired Secrets
Book 3: Expired Cache
Book 4: Expired Hero
Book 5: Expired Game
Book 6: Expired Plot
Book 7: Expired Getaway
Book 8: Expired Betrayal
Book 9: Expired Flight
Book 10: Expired End
My Perspective
Action. Romance. Swoony moments. Faith. Real life issues. Mental illness. Hope. This book has it all! Gosh I have been enjoying this series so much and I’m hoping that Sunrise decides they want to do some more books. Hint, hint, wink, wink.
First of all I need to praise the inclusion of mental illness in this story, and what Kelsey’s perspective as a counselor brought to this situation. I think quite often we have reactions mirroring Trace’s when we are judging circumstances (hence the reason we shouldn’t judge), but we don’t stop and think about what the person doing harm is going through. I’ll admit, I’m one of those quick to judge kind of people. But this book, well Kelsey in particular, really opened my eyes. And this was just in the first few chapters guys! It’s been awhile since I’ve had a book really have an impact on me so early on in the story – usually it’s towards the end. Bravo.
And the rest of the book? Well it was just so good. The dialogue was blended perfectly with the rest, the action was just right, the pacing was spot on. Everything about it was good, until the end – and that’s just because I wasn’t ready to part with the characters yet. Trace? Yeah, he’s a swoony character alright. I really enjoyed seeing him and Kelsey come together. I mean, it’s hard when there’s a history, especially when that history includes a deceased wife/best friend. But honestly, it was beautifully written, and realistic. It wasn’t like oh my wife is dead and so now I run into her best friend and bam I’m in love lol. No, it was tactful, and a reminder that love after loss is ok.
All in all, I think contemporary romance fans who enjoy fast paced, action stories will really enjoy this story. I sure did, and I’m ready for more!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. I was not required to write a favorable review. All thoughts and opinions are my own
About the Authors
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.
Lisa Phillips is a USA Today and top ten Publishers Weekly bestselling author of over 60 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). Lisa is a worship leader, tea aficionado, and dog lover of two crazy Airedales.
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