This author has become one of my favorites when I’m looking for a book with suspense, action packed edge of your seat adventure. I love reading about the K-9 dogs and how trained they are in their special abilities. They are very focused and alert at all times. The scene at the airport was especially tense when Jana the trained K-9 dog discovers drugs on an unlikely person. It would be fascinating to watch these animals in action.

Cora and her dog Jana are the perfect team and with the help of Phoenix K-9 Security and Detection Agency they are determined to get drugs off the street. I enjoyed getting to know Cora and the team. It was very impressive how well they work together with their instincts on point at all times. When Cora finds herself in danger she is surrounded by her team and a DEA agent who risk their lives to take down the threat.

DEA Special Kent Thomson find himself teamed together to take down a cartel. Kent is not sure he wants to work with Cora but soon realizes her skills are valuable. They are so different in personality that it was like having two enemies work together. Cora is calm and has a deep faith. Keith is rough around the edges and is by the book when it comes to his suspects. Something slowly changes within Kent as he sees Cora handle a suspect who opens up to her. That really impressed him and he sees her in a different light. Perhaps he recognizes her skills and begins to think how they could work together in other operations.

I loved the part where Cora’s brother comes into the picture. He says he is clean now but his ties to the cartel are causing Cora to be in grave danger. Her love for her brother I think causes her to not be as cautious as she should be. I wasn’t sure if Bradley could be trusted and questioned why he came to stay with Cora knowing he was putting her in danger. The author increases the tension as Cora’s life is threatened several times.

The plan to take down the cartel takes them on a plane where a familiar face is waiting for Cora. There is an eerie feeling in the air as betrayal is exposed. I was on the edge of my seat as the events unfolded. I admired Cora as she faced danger to still have faith and continue to witness to those around her in the plane. “Any strength I show is only because I have Christ in me. Any kindness I show comes from the same source.”

Get ready for an ending that is off the charts as Cora’s team comes to rescue her. In the midst of everything going on, Cora blames herself. She is reminded that “God is in full control of what happens, always.” The author has outdone herself as this book has all the makings for a movie. I hope to join Phoenix and her team soon on another adventure that is faith filled, has suspense and directs us to God’s comfort and peace.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit.The review is my own opinion. ( )

Hidden Danger, by Jerusha Agen, is book one in the Guardians Unleashed series. This story has the same main characters as in the authors earlier story Rising Danger and references what happened in that story. This is a modern day story that takes place near Minneapolis, MN. This is a fast paced, high energy Christian suspense story that was hard to put down. It’s fun to read of the different talents each of the members of the Phoenix K9 unit have, including their dogs. Cora and DEA agent Kent Thomson both have a strong desire to see the drug cartel brought to justice. Cora carries a lot of guilt for her brother’s drug addiction as she promised her mother to care for him. The parts in the story I enjoyed was how Cora cares for everyone, including the man who took part in abducting her. When his live is in danger, she spending time with him leading him to the Lord.

I voluntarily received a complimentary copy of this story, this is my honest review. ( )

Hidden Danger explores the topics of a K-9 unit company that focuses on protection and more along with illegal drug trafficking and more. Cora Isaksson and her narcotic sniffing dog, Cora attempts to work against illegal drugs because of her brother Bradley. Meanwhile, DEA Special Agent Kent Thomson works to bring down the drug family that was responsible for his father’s death.

Truly,this book pulls you into the story and requires you to finish reading in order to find the story’s outcome. I look forward to reading the next book in the series. So check out this book for yourself.

With an amazing cast of characters that include a group of women who perform tasks from sniffing out narcotics, providing protection, and more the pages of this book are filled with faith, danger, adventure, friendship, families, and more. I loved getting to know the character in this book and want to read more about the members of the Phoenix K-9 company.

I received a complimentary copy of this book, but this in no way influenced my review. All opinions are my own. ( )

Gripping, well researched story about Cora, part of the Phoenix K-9 Agency, a group of women with dogs that perform various tasks from search and rescue to protection detail. Cora and her drug sniffing dog Jana are currently monitoring the airport baggage claim and the local highschool. Cora and Bris are fellow Christians at the agency and are not afraid to witness to their coworkers. Phoenix, head of the agency, is well equipped to protect not only her clients but her employees as well.
The excitement begins with a bang as Cora is kidnapped by drug dealers at the airport. DEA agent Kent Thomson is following a suspect when he witnesses the whole thing. Kent comes to her rescue and a relationship with Cora has begun.
Kent is a great hero who starts out relying on himself to get out of bad situations and pursue the bad guys. Cora may seem a bit timid and too trusting but her faith is strong and she is in constant communication with God about her circumstances. She has a caring heart but is determined to quash evil drug dealers.
I like the way Ms. Agen ramps up the tension at the end of each chapter so you have to read on to the next.
There is a clear message of Christ and redemption in the pages of this exciting story. I can not wait to see what is in store for the K-9 agency in the next book.
*I won a copy if this book and am reviewing it as part of a Celebrate Lit tour. I was not required to give a favorable review. All opinions are my own.* ( )

A major drug cartel that has managed to infiltrate every aspect of society, even reaching local schools, and involving anyone and everyone to push its agenda is a scary thought, but for every guy that is out seeking to do harm there are those out there fighting for good. Kent and Cora are two of those individuals.

Cora is an almost too good to be true character, with her unwavering faith, perseverance, and unnatural ability to see the good in everyone. Her amazing heart and spirit are inspiring, if not a little intimidating, but is a reminder to me of what a life led by the Holy Spirit can look like. She affects people in the most beautiful of ways, and no one sees her shine brighter than Kent, the DEA special agent that is a little rough around the edges, especially after dealing with one of the biggest drug cartels for almost twenty years, but Cora’s unshakable faith motivates him to take a look at himself, and see the truth.

Hidden Danger is a fast paced suspense that will keep you on your toes, though I did find some of it to be pretty predictable, as is the case with most mysteries. I picked up on some NCIS vibes, especially with the tight-knit, got-your-back K9 team, which was actually my favorite part of this novel. I liked Kent and Cora but I felt like Cora was a bit naive, and there were moments that she put herself into very dangerous situations that could’ve had a very different outcome. I struggled with feeling like this was more true to life than fantasy and I finally landed on the latter because of Cora. Not to say that there are not those out there that have a strong faith, but I hope and pray that those individuals that do this for a living do not make the same choices Cora made, or put themselves in those positions.

One thing that really captured my heart was the Gospel being told. Not many books lay it all out there and I truly believe that God will use this for His good, and I pray that lives will be saved. I also adored the whole K9 team, and of course those precious dogs! Any story that has a dog as part of its characters always gets me, and Hidden Danger is no exception.

If you want a quick, fast paced read that will keep you engaged, with wonderful characters and a heart of gold then you’ve found your next read!

*I have voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book which I received from the author and/or publisher through JustRead Tours. All views and opinions expressed are completely honest, and my own. ( )