Hennessey's Handler (Protect and Serve #4) by Pandora Pine

 

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Bar owner Hennessey McCoy finally has his life on track after being discharged from the U.S. Coast Guard under mysterious circumstances. He’s rebuilt his life piece by piece and Hennessey is the right place to open his heart to the right man. When his three-year-old niece goes missing at a party, Hennessey is paired with an annoyingly handsome search and rescue dog handler to help find the child.

Morrison Rowe, with the help of his search and rescue K9, Ahab, saves the day and finds the missing child, no thanks to Hennessey’s gruff and sarcastic manner. He can’t help thinking there’s more to Hennessey than sarcastic quips and a razor-sharp wit. Morrison sees a different, gentler side of the grumpy bar owner when he’s reunited with his niece.

As a way to say thank you, Hennessey invites Morrison to his bar, Bait for a free lunch. Never dreaming Morrison would take him up on the offer, Hennessey finds himself undeniably attracted to the dog handler. The pair begin spending time together, both encouraging the spark between them to grow into something more.

Things are heating up between Hennessey and Morrison when a man from Hennessey’s past comes to town, threatening to destroy everything he’s built from the ground up. Can Hennessey overcome the mistakes of his past or will this man steal his future as well?

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Hennessey's Handler is a great read by Pandora Pine. The fourth book in the Protect and Serve series, it's a wonderful addition to this family series. 

As always, the author combines a fast paced story with plenty of heart and humor. I love how Pandora writes children, with little Lola capturing my heart immediately. She's wonderfully precocious, innocent, and a total spitfire. She alone makes this worth the read. I adore her and her energy. Every single moment with her is truly wonderful. 

And then there's the dog. Omg. The dog. Tears! So many tears!

As for the romance, this is the tale of Hennessey and Morrison. I enjoy the way everything develops for these two. And I love the strength of their connection. 

This is a beautiful tale of found family, and the healing power of having a friend. It includes a stalker, which adds in some riveting suspense. 

 

Written in alternating first person pov, the author once again draws us fully into this tale. The men fully come alive and entertain us throughout this fast paced story.

No one writes a group of friends and family any better than Pandora. Every one of her series charms me throughout with the amount of banter, humor, and love between all involved. With this series, Hennessey's family is explored throughout and one can't help but to wish they were part of this amazing family. 

Hennessey's Handler is a fantastic addition to the Protect and Serve series. This romance is sweet, tender, and full of heart. It's another perfect example of why every Pandora Pine book is a must read for me. 

Puppuccino (Bold Brew #2) by Allison Temple

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Charlie’s life is a dumpster fire. He’s got a broken heart, a job he can’t talk about in polite company, and a puppy slowly destroying his apartment. Desperate to save what’s left of his belongings--and self respect--he calls in reinforcements, but all it takes is one look at the silver-fox dog trainer and Charlie is panting for a little attention.

Mason understands dogs more than people. Give them strong leadership combined with gentle guidance, and they’ll eagerly obey. It doesn’t take long for Mason to realize Charlie is desperate for that same firm hand. Normally he would never get involved with a client, but gazing into Charlie’s puppy dog eyes, he longs to give them both a treat they won’t soon forget.

Under Mason’s careful charge, Charlie is empowered with control he never knew he had. Yet, as hungry as Mason is for more, he senses Charlie’s heart isn’t ready to open up. Will allowing Charlie to run free ensure his return? Or will his past keep him leashed and out of Mason's reach? 

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Puppuccino is a fabulous romance by Allison Temple. It's the second book in the multi-author Bold Brew series and I effin love it.

If you like dogs and romance, this is a must read. The dogs are a huge part of this story and will charm you throughout.

Oh man, poor Charlie. His puppy is ruling his life and ruining his apartment. Talk about a man who doesn't know he's in charge. 

When he hires Mason, a dog trainer, Mason is shocked by how clueless Charlie actually is. 

Having worked with a dog trainer before, I love the way all of this is written. It's so damn well written and had me smiling, quietly giggling, and laughing out loud. 

I love everything about these men. They're such opposites, yet wonderfully complement each other.  And as for the heat, they are on fire together. 

This book is just beautiful. The growth in Charlie, as he meets someone who encourages and supports him, is heart-warming. Charlie's journey is truly wonderful.

This is a story with funny dog antics, a horrible ex, and plenty of steamy sex. It's a fairly short tale at 163 pages, so it's a quick and easy read. 

Puppuccino is a fabulous romance. Everything about this Allison Temple story works for me. I love the men. I love the puppies. I love the romance. And I love the title, which is just adorable. You can't go wrong with this book.