Fabulous and Brunette: Security Force of Two by Tena Stetler - Book Tour - Book Review - Giveaway

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Security Force of Two

by Tena Stetler

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GENRE: Paranormal Romance / Mystery

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BOOK BLURB:

Miacoh Zane, a Special Forces veteran, returns to Aspen Ridge, Colorado a small town nestled in the Rocky Mountains, to settle his beloved grandmother’s estate. But the town holds painful memories and family secrets he wants to leave behind for good.

Candle Bearclaw, a gifted computer analyst recruited out of college by the CIA, resigns her position after fifteen years. She returns to her sleepy hometown only to discover her childhood crush has also returned and a violent crime has been committed.

Due to their covert operations experience, Candle and Miacoh are thrown together to assist Homeland Security and her father, former chief of police, with a murder investigation. As they search for the perpetrators, the case takes an unusual twist that could blow the case wide open.

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EXCERPT TWO:

When she drove up the circle driveway, a chill shot up her spine, then a strange feeling came over her, almost like someone was watching. Reaching under the seat of her SUV, she pulled out her handgun, checked the weapon to make sure it was loaded, chambered a round, and tucked it in the back waistband of her jeans, covering it with her shirt and jacket. She backed out then drove the entire driveway more slowly, checking the perimeter. Nothing. The cell phone hadn't chirped to alert her of a breach, but she checked her outside surveillance cameras, then the ones inside her home anyway. Again nothing. She shrugged off the feeling and stepped out of her SUV. Gun drawn, she flicked off the safety and turned on the laser. It didn't hurt to be safe rather than sorry.

Peeking in the window, she saw the alarm keypad was still set and secure. Then she walked around the house, entered through the back door, closed and relocked it, deactivated the alarm. Nothing was out of place. Part of her wished she'd brought Terrabyte along. Though still young, the pups tracking ability was well-developed. Terra would know if someone were in or around the cabin since they left. Back to the wall, she moved carefully through each room, nothing. When she was sure the house was clear, she sat down at the computer, laying the gun next to it. Warning windows were popped up everywhere on the screen. Someone had tried to hack into her system but hadn't gotten very farHer throat went dry as she read the message. “Poking around where you don't belong is dangerous business. Carl's death was unfortunate but an accident. Leave it be or pay the consequences.”

Fingers posed over the keyboard. She started to X out of the message but stopped. If this was a disintegrating message, she would have no proof it ever existed. Taking out her cell phone, she took a picture of the screen. The handle on the front door jiggled. She grabbed her gun and jumped up, making her way to the front bay window.

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MY BOOK REVIEW:

Another new favorite read from talented author, Tena Stetler, and an excellent start to her exciting new book series!!

This book, “Security Force of Two,” is full of exciting mystery, intriguing story lines, suspenseful plot points, and cleverly crafted paranormal elements!!

Even with the paranormal themes, this book has a creative and realistic story line, superb writing style with thoroughly detailed scenes, genuine characters, and keeps you fully entertained through the last page!!

While this book does have a slower start pace than some of Stetler’s previous books, it does makes sense that the author has a lot of backstory setup and character development as this is the first book in a new book series. However, it isn’t too long before the faster, more intriguing story lines of murder and espionage come along and after that this book is impossible to put down!!

I really enjoyed the main characters, Candle and Miacoh. I loved how likable, genuine, and realistic these characters were. I loved that Candle was such a strong, smart, passionate, caring, kindhearted, and total kick-ass heroine. She is the type of character readers will be able to easily relate to, sympathize and connect with. And I absolutely loved Candle’s sweet puppy, Terrabyte!! Which I may totally steal as a future pet name lol!!

I really enjoy Stetler’s writing style of thoroughly detailed scenes which bring the story to life, followed by her use of capturing the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountain picturesque setting that makes you want to start planning your next vacation there, plus her ability to create well developed characters with fun and unique names, who are strong, honest, genuine characters readers can not only click with – but also root for, and of course, the sweet and adorable rescue animals that you can’t help but fall in love with!! This winning writing formula makes it easy to understand why Stetler has become one of my favorite authors and I am always excited to read one of her books. However, as someone who is not always a huge paranormal genre reader, Stetler has found a way to cleverly integrate those elements into the mystery, suspense, romance story lines and continues to win this reader over again and again!!

There are some predictable scenes. However, there are still a few very unexpected twists and turns that you won’t see coming!!

This book is Book One of Tena’s latest book series, “Mountain Town Mysteries.” This book can be read as a standalone without having to commit to reading the book series. However, as a fan of Stetler’s I am excited for this new series and look forward to checking it out!! So far, this book provides an excellent start to a promising new book series, and I can’t wait to return to Aspen Ridge!!

All in all, I really enjoyed reading this book and would absolutely recommend it!! I think all paranormal romance readers will like this book too!! So, add it to your TBR List and get to reading - you won't be disappointed!!

**Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book and have voluntarily provided an honest, and unbiased review in accordance with FTC regulations**

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AUTHOR BIO:

Tena Stetler is a best-selling author of award winning paranormal tales. Some call her crazy others creative. She deals with the voices in her head by writing them down and creating a fantasy world and characters you won’t soon forget. Her books tell tales of magical kick-ass women and mystical alpha males that dare to love them. Travel, adventure, magic, and a bit of mystery flourish in her books along with a few companion animals to round out the tales.

Colorado is home; shared with her husband of many moons, a brilliant Chow Chow, a spoiled parrot and a fifty-year-old box turtle. When she’s not writing, her time is spent kayaking, camping, hiking, biking or just relaxing in the great Colorado outdoors.

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Website:

https://www.tenastetler.com

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Amazon Author Page:

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BOOK BUY LINKS:

Amazon US Kindle eBook:

https://amzn.to/3MTCySB

Amazon US Paperback:

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Amazon CA Kindle eBook:

https://www.amazon.ca/Security-Force-Mountain-Town-Mysteries-ebook/dp/B0BS4LKSW2

Amazon CA Paperback:

https://www.amazon.ca/Security-Force-Mountain-Town-Mysteries/dp/1509247963

Apple Books eBook:

https://books.apple.com/us/book/security-force-of-two/id6445422924

Barnes and Noble NOOK eBook:

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/security-force-of-two-tena-stetler/1142958504?ean=2940186665137

Barnes and Noble Paperback:

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/security-force-of-two-tena-stetler/1142958504?ean=9781509247967

Kobo US eBook:

https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/security-force-of-two

Kobo CA eBook:

https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/ebook/security-force-of-two

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GIVEAWAY INFO:

Tena will be awarding a $15 Amazon OR Barnes and Noble Gift Card (Winner’s Choice!!!) to a randomly drawn winner via Rafflecopter during the tour.

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