3.5
The Marine's Mission
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This marine doesn't want anyone's help
…until an unlikely match changes his life.
Wounded ex-marine Aaron Jamison always follows orders—and the assignment to take on a service dog is just that. Still, trainer Ruby Winslow is definitely barking up the wrong tree when she insists a beauty-parlor poodle is his perfect match. But Ruby and her clever canine are determined to melt the heart of this battle-hardened marine. And they'll teach him an unforgettable new trick—love.
A ROCKY MOUNTAIN FAMILY NOVEL
From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
Rocky Mountain Family
…until an unlikely match changes his life.
Wounded ex-marine Aaron Jamison always follows orders—and the assignment to take on a service dog is just that. Still, trainer Ruby Winslow is definitely barking up the wrong tree when she insists a beauty-parlor poodle is his perfect match. But Ruby and her clever canine are determined to melt the heart of this battle-hardened marine. And they'll teach him an unforgettable new trick—love.
A ROCKY MOUNTAIN FAMILY NOVEL
From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
Rocky Mountain Family
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3.5
“Loved this one! Aaron is so broken and yet so willing to do whatever he has to do to get the job done.”
“Aaron Jamison is a wounded former Marine who has been ordered to to get a service dog. Aaron is used to following orders but when he is faced with a poodle - "which he immediately calls a frou frou" dog - he balks right away. The dog's trainer, Ruby Winslow, however, has studied Aaron's file and she knows exactly what dog would be perfect for him. Ruby and her siblings offer a non-profit business in the service dog business and the books are not looking so good. Should the service dog work for Aaron, they will be awarded a conract with the military and this would be the very thing to keep her business afloat.
The family business is really special. The family takes on rescue dogs and train them as service dogs for a multitude of situations - autism, seizures, and in Aaron's case, strong support for the wounded former Marine. Aaron has a brain injury as well as severe leg pain as a result of an IED explosion. His balance is off and his service dog will go a long way when it comes to helping Aaron get around, as well as the emotional support the dog will provide. All the while, Aaron is contemplating his future as he had planned on a very long career in the Marines.
Will the dog Oscar that Ruby strongly recommends work with Aaron? Will Aaron stop resisting and let Ruby's program prove true? What about the instant attraction they both share? What could Aaron have to offer for Ruby's future now that his military career is over? Ruby has baggage of her own and it was a true pleasure to see both Aaron and Ruby find love and joy as this story progressed.
I am so loving this series! This is the third book in the Rocky Mountain Family series and I love how service dogs have helped the characters in each story. There are six Winslow siblings so I cannot wait to read the next three stories in the series.
Many thanks to Love Inspired and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.”
“2.5
This is a very sweet and clean romance. Because of my health issues I connected easily with Aaron and the whole idea of service dogs. I did have some issues with Aaron and his old fashioned way of thinking about masculinity which in turn made him not that likable to me. I did really enjoy Ruby’s character and how much she loved all the dogs she trains and her passion for service dogs. The relationship between Ruby and Aaron was really more of a friendship for a large majority of the story since Ruby really had to break down Aaron’s walls. I wasn’t a fan of how rushed everything was at the end but I did enjoy when Ruby and Aaron were together. They had an obvious connection and it is always rewarding to see a grumpy hero open himself up. If you love stories involving dogs then this will be one that you will adore.
*Thank you to Harlequin for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review.”
About Deb Kastner
~Love Courageously~Award-winning author Deb Kastner writes stories of faith, family and community in a small-town western setting. Deb’s books contain sigh-worthy heroes and strong heroines facing obstacles that draw them closer to each other and the Lord. She lives in Colorado with her husband. She is blessed with three grown daughters and two grandchildren. She enjoys spoiling her grandkids, movies, music, reading, musical theater and exploring Colorado on horseback.
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