"Act of Valor" by Dana Mentink -- Book Review, Blog Tour, and Giveaway

About the Book

Book: Act of Valor

Author: Dana Mentink

Genre: Inspirational romantic suspense

Release Date: June 1, 2019

A True Blue K-9 story …When airline employee Violet Griffin encounters several suspicious passengers, she’s thrust into the crosshairs of a drug smuggling operation. NYPD officer Zach Jameson and his drug detection beagle, Eddie, can tell this is no small-time threat. Someone’s gunning for Violet, and after recently losing his brother, Zach refuses to lose her, too…especially now that she’s gone from friend to the woman he’s falling for.

My Thoughts

I enjoyed reading this book. I didn't realize that it was part of a series (the  True Blue K-9 Unit) and there is an overarching storyline that goes from the first book (which I missed) through the rest of the books in the series. I will be looking for the rest of the books so I can keep up with what is going on in the lives of the people I met. I liked the characters and felt they had realistic responses to things. There were plenty of twists to keep things interesting. I felt the book was well written and flowed well.

About the Author

Dana Mentink is a two time American Christian Fiction Writers Carol Award winner, a Romantic Times Reviewer’s Choice Award and a Holt Medallion winner. She is a national bestselling author of over forty titles in the suspense and lighthearted romance genres. She is pleased to write for Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense, Barbour, and Harvest House. Dana was thrilled to be a semi-finalist in the Jeanne Robertson Comedy With Class Competition. Besides writing, she busies herself teaching third grade. Mostly, she loves to be home with Papa Bear, teen bear cubs affectionately nicknamed Yogi and Boo Boo, Junie, the nutty terrier, and a chubby box turtle. You can connect with Dana via her website at danamentink.com, on Facebook, YouTube (Author Dana Mentink) and Instagram (dana_mentink.)

More from Dana

Cops and killers and beagles, oh my! It was a ton of fun writing the second book in the new True Blue K-9 Continuity series. First of all, I had the honor of working with some AMAZING authors. (It’s challenging creating a world together and keeping all those details straight!) I had the privilege of following the amazing Lynette Eason, so that’s always a plus! Second, I learned all about the astonishing world of beagles!  Those critters are just amazing. For instance, the original beagles were tiny, only 8 inches tall and could be carried in a pocket, which is why they called them Pocket Beagles. I need one of those! The name beagle comes from the French, which is translated “wide throat” or “loudmouth.” This is well earned by Eddie in my story, who will occasionally let loose with the trademark baying. The beagles small size, general friendliness, and ferocious scent drive, make it the perfect dog to sniff around airports and get into compact spaces. Eddie enjoys doing just that with Zach, his handler and best friend. He earns those gourmet treats that Zach bakes up for him. Best of all, Eddie was rescued from death before he became a canine cop star! It’s just awesome when you can twine fact with fiction to come up with a tail wagging suspense story! I hope you enjoy the second installment in the series!

Blog Stops

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Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, May 24

Just Your Average reviews, May 24

Real World Bible Study, May 25

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Ashley’s Bookshelf, May 25

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Little Homeschool on the Prairie, May 29

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Dana is giving away a grand prize of a print copy of the book, a beagle coloring book, and an Amazon gift card!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter. https://promosimple.com/ps/e012/act-of-valor-celebration-tour-giveaway

"Act of Valor" is available in paperback:

• Series: True Blue K-9 Unit
• Paperback: 368 pages
• Publisher: Love Inspired Suspense; Original edition (May 7, 2019)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 133567957X
• ISBN-13: 978-1335679574
• Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 0.9 x 8 inches

and in Kindle edition:

• File Size: 1201 KB
• Print Length: 224 pages
• Publisher: Love Inspired Suspense; Original edition (May 1, 2019)
• Publication Date: May 1, 2019
• Sold by: Harlequin Digital Sales Corp.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B07GTMDDF2

I got a free copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own and given voluntarily. No compensation was received for my review.