Scent of Sabotage - (Security Hounds Investigations) by Dana Mentink (Paperback)

This riveting story, brimming with suspense and danger, brings the Security Hounds Investigations series to a powerful, rewarding close. The intricately woven plot seized my attention immediately and held me tight through every twist and turn. In a harrowing, high-stakes quest, private investigator Beth Wolfe and investigative reporter Jack St. James must untangle the web of clues to bring to justice those responsible for an attack on Jack and a kidnapping. Arthur, an amazing, aging K-9 bloodhound, steals the scene on more than one occasion! The vividly described Northern California mountain setting, featuring an abandoned amusement park in the path of a raging wildfire, encases the action heightening the suspense and escalating the danger. Heart-tugging second chance romance enriches the story adding tension and depth. I appreciate the light but stirring faith thread woven through the narrative. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it and the series. NOTE: Although this book is part of a series, it can easily be read as a standalone. I read an early copy of this book from the author/publisher with no obligation to write a positive review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This is such a fast-paced and absorbing book that it was hard to put down. I really loved that the main characters got a second chance at love and also that they were older and still actively engaged in life and helping others. The bloodhound Arthur is a favorite canine now, since he is older, heroic and an intrepid investigator on his own. Arthur discovered some real twists in the story all on his own and it was a pleasure to read about his tenacity in tracking and finding victims and truth. The story centered around Beth and Jack who had a relationship in high school and are just now being reintroduced to each other as they search for their son’s missing girlfriend. The setting of an amusement park was perfect, creepy and with lots of places to move the action around. The plot was well written with surprising twists as well as clues all along the way about who the real villain was. I loved reading about characters from previous books in the series and the closeness of the family and how much they cared for each other was heartwarming. This is a realistically told suspense tale with plenty of action, some romance developing and a dog that is absolutely adorably intelligent. I voluntarily received a complimentary copy of this book. I was not required to write a positive review, and all opinions expressed are my own.

Hang on to your seat! This is the most incredible conclusion to the Security Hounds Investigations series. Don’t miss this one or any of the fantastic books this author writes. When you’ve healed enough, you’ll know it and you’ll be able to speak your truth. But what is the truth? A long lost love, difficult decisions, a closed rundown amusement park and a missing person. With fires burning all around them, will Beth and Arthur, her bloodhound, manage to help Jack regain his memory on why he sought her out after so many years. The tension does not let up and hope for a rescue gets smokier all the time. Will they get out safely? A copy of this Love Inspired Suspense was received through BookFunnel. These thoughts are my own and were in no way solicited.