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A Veteran's Christmas, Book 2
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Rachelle Ayala
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Kelly Kennedy thought her life was finally on track. Engaged to the man of her dreams and with a baby on the way, she reassures her five-year-old daughter Bree, that the father she picked for Christmas still loves her.
Unfortunately, war veteran Tyler Manning has been away most of the year. Recovering from PTSD isn't easy. Rather than worry Kelly, Tyler spends his time traveling to Afghanistan to work at a children's charity he founded.
Kelly decides to distract Bree with promises of a pet for Christmas. When Tyler is taken hostage by terrorists, she finds it hard to convince Bree that they will truly be a family in time for Christmas.
A Pet for Christmas is a sequel to A Father for Christmas. While it can be listened to as a standalone, you'll get more of the relationship aspect between Kelly, Tyler, and Bree by listening to A Father for Christmas first.
A Veteran's Christmas Series:
Audiobook Number 1: A Father for Christmas
Audiobook Number 2: A Pet for Christmas
Audiobook Number 3: A Wedding for Christmas
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Scent of Darkness
- Darkness Chosen, Book 1
- By: Christina Dodd
- Narrated by: Brittany Pressley
- Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins
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A thousand years ago, a brutal warrior roamed the Russian steppes, and struck a menacing bargain. For the ability to change at will into a cold-hearted predator, Konstantine promised his soul - and the souls of his descendants - to the devil. One day a dangerous prophecy reveals the truth: one family has been chosen to battle the darkness - or face damnation.
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Cliffhanger- wordy
- By Jem on 12-09-23
By: Christina Dodd
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Truly, Madly
- A Lucy Valentine Novel
- By: Heather Webber
- Narrated by: Dina Pearlman
- Length: 7 hrs and 52 mins
- Unabridged
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Lucy Valentine is as smart as can be, as single as you can get, and so not qualified to run a matchmaking service. But when her parents temporarily step down from the family business, Valentine, Inc., it's Lucy's turn to step up and help out - in the name of love. Plus, her rent is due. Here's the problem: Lucy doesn't have the knack for matchmaking. According to family legend, every Valentine has been blessed by Cupid with the ability to read "auras" and pair up perfect couples.
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Cute light listen
- By CrunchySocks on 09-11-14
By: Heather Webber
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SEAL of Honor
- The Hornet Series, Book 1
- By: Tonya Burrows
- Narrated by: Stephen Borne
- Length: 9 hrs and 48 mins
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It’s a good thing Gabe Bristow lives and breathes the Navy SEAL credo, “the only easy day was yesterday”, because today, his life is unrecognizable. When his prestigious career comes to a crashing halt, he’s left with a bum leg and few prospects for employment that don’t include a desk. That is, until he’s offered the chance to command a private hostage-rescue team and free a wealthy American businessman from Colombian paramilitary rebels.
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🌻why does the Heroine have to be so stupid?🌻
- By V from Kansas on 07-13-22
By: Tonya Burrows
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Monument 14
- Monument 14, Book 1
- By: Emmy Laybourne
- Narrated by: Todd Haberkorn
- Length: 6 hrs and 54 mins
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In Emmy Laybourne’s action-packed debut novel, six high school kids (some popular, some not), two eighth graders (one a tech genius), and six little kids trapped together in a chain superstore build a refuge for themselves inside. While outside, a series of escalating disasters, beginning with a monster hailstorm and ending with a chemical weapons spill, seems to be tearing the world - as they know it - apart.
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Dull
- By Linda B on 10-13-12
By: Emmy Laybourne
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The Cove
- FBI Thriller #1
- By: Catherine Coulter
- Narrated by: Sandra Burr
- Length: 11 hrs
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The Cove is a quaint little postcard town made up only of old folk who sell the World's Greatest Ice Cream - a secret recipe that brings lots of tourists into town.
Into The Cove comes Sally Brainerd, daughter of murdered Amory St. John, of Washington, D.C., seeking sanctuary, and FBI Special Agent James Quinlan, who's undercover and after her. He's got a murder to solve, and he believes she's the key. But is she really?
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Not for anyone sensitive about sexual violence
- By bookish327 on 08-19-12
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Dying for a Living
- By: Kory M. Shrum
- Narrated by: Hollie Jackson
- Length: 8 hrs and 55 mins
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On the morning before her 67th death, it is business as usual for Agent Jesse Sullivan: Meet with the mortician, counsel soon-to-be-dead clients, and have coffee while reading the latest in regeneration theory. Jesse dies for a living, literally. Because of a neurological disorder, she is one of the rare people who can serve as a death surrogate, dying so others don't have to. But when Jesse is murdered and becomes the sole suspect in a federal investigation, more than her freedom and sanity are at stake. She must catch the killer herself - or die trying.
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A Unique Paranormal Character
- By Carolyn Philpot on 06-06-22
By: Kory M. Shrum
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In the Shadow of the Mountain
- A Memoir of Courage
- By: Silvia Vasquez-Lavado
- Narrated by: Silvia Vasquez-Lavado
- Length: 15 hrs and 32 mins
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Endless ice. Thin air. The threat of dropping into nothingness thousands of feet below. This is the climb Silvia Vasquez-Lavado braves in her pulse-raising memoir. A Latina hero in the elite macho tech world of Silicon Valley, privately, she was hanging by a thread. Deep in the throes of alcoholism, hiding her sexuality from her family, and repressing the abuse she’d suffered as a child, she started climbing. She then took her biggest pain as a survivor to the biggest mountain: Everest.
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How much was not said in so many words
- By Emma Pavich on 10-25-24
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Wild Montana Skies
- Montana Rescue, Book 1
- By: Susan May Warren
- Narrated by: Cynthia Farrell
- Length: 12 hrs and 4 mins
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Search-and-rescue pilot Kacey Fairing is home on leave in Mercy Falls, Montana, 12 years after she joined the military to escape the mistakes of her past. With a job waiting for her as the new lead pilot of Peak Rescue in Glacier National Park, Kacey hopes to reconnect with the now-teenage daughter she sees only between deployments. What she doesn't realize is that someone else is also back in town.
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This narrator practically ruined the book
- By Carol on 05-03-18
By: Susan May Warren
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Calendar Girl: Volume One
- January, February, March
- By: Audrey Carlan
- Narrated by: Summer Morton
- Length: 10 hrs and 48 mins
- Unabridged
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Mia Saunders needs money. A lot of money. She has one year to pay off the loan shark who has threatened her father's life and is coming after his unpaid gambling debts. One million dollars to be exact. Her mission is simple - serve as a high-priced escort for her aunt's Los Angeles-based company and pay monthly against the debt. Spend a month with a rich man whom she doesn't have to sleep with if she doesn't want to? Easy money. Unlucky in love with a spirit that never gives up, this curvy motorcycle-riding vixen plans to get in, make her money, and get out.
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Very entertaining story.
- By Svetik on 01-11-18
By: Audrey Carlan
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A Dark and Stormy Night
- Stories of Virtue Falls (Virtue Falls)
- By: Christina Dodd
- Narrated by: Kristyl Dawn Tift
- Length: 3 hrs and 2 mins
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From this “master of the genre,” Christina Dodd, comes three suspenseful short stories of this “remarkable, mesmerizing series” (Library Journal starred review) set in the quaint—and deadly—coastal town of Virtue Falls.
By: Christina Dodd
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Tiger's Promise
- By: Colleen Houck
- Narrated by: Annika Boras
- Length: 3 hrs and 35 mins
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Before Kelsey there was a girl, raised by a villain, whose love for a hero changed the course of history. Trapped under the thumb of her abusive and powerful father Lokesh, Yesubai struggles to keep her own magical abilities secret while evading his dark powers. When Lokesh promises Yesubai to the prince of a neighboring kingdom, she becomes the central pawn in his plot to destroy the ruling family and take power for himself. Yesubai is trapped by her father's threats and desperate to protect the man she comes to love, but she knows that any decision she makes will have dire consequences. As dark forces gather around her, Yesubai must decide if she's willing to reveal that somewhere deep within her she has the power to change everything.
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It was OK
- By Marisa Talley on 03-06-17
By: Colleen Houck
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Edge
- By: Tiffinie Helmer
- Narrated by: Mia Chiaromonte
- Length: 11 hrs and 8 mins
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Photojournalist Cache Calder lives to chase a great story. He's just returned from the Middle East after surviving a suicide bombing that left him injured and grief-stricken. The last thing he wants is to travel to the wilds of Alaska on a "Where Is She Now" Assignment. But when his editor informs him that his subject is former kidnapping victim, Amelia Bennett who jump-started his career 20 years earlier, he packs his bags.
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Suspenseful with fleshed out characters
- By kimbacaffeinate on 12-22-14
By: Tiffinie Helmer
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- Laura
- 11-24-22
Charming Christmas Story
I enjoyed this Christmas story. I liked that the characters were written like real people. I valued that the author included the importance of prayer and scripture without proselytizing. I appreciated that the author shown a light on some of the family stresses that a person suffering from PTSD might feel. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series. Elizabeth Klett's narration was fine, and her performance enhanced the story's entertainment. I was given a free copy of the audiobook, and I have voluntarily posted this review.
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- Jan M
- 01-12-18
Great Continuation!
I really enjoyed this story and thought it was well written. Bree in my mind stole the book with her sweet child character. Elizabeth Klett did a fantastic performance with the various characters voices and emotions. This story is a continuation and a standalone listen. I requested this review copy audiobook and have voluntarily written this review.
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- jstep
- 12-06-17
Wonderful continuation of Kelly and Tyler's story
A Pet for Christmas is the second book in Rachelle Ayala's A Veteran's Christmas trilogy. Tyler is in Afghanistan on a goodwill mission working for his new charity to open a sport complex for the kiddos to enjoy over there. Kelly is at home and quite pregnant at the beginning of this book. Bree is starting to obsess about who her real (bio) dad is and getting a puppy for Christmas, and Kelly is struggling with her inquiries and holding off on getting said puppy. Well, before too long, things in Afghanistan have blown up and Tyler is being taken...who knows where. Kelly is dealing with things at home and of course the fact that nobody know's what the status is with Tyler doesn't make things any easier. I don't want to give away any more of the story than that, though I will say that you will still get your HEA and it was a fun story that kept my attention.
I really enjoyed the characters and though this can be read as a standalone, I would recommend reading the first book in the series first if you want a more in depth understanding of the characters from the time that Kelly and Tyler first met to where we begin the second book. Elizabeth Klett did a good job with the narration and thankfully Bree has grown a bit between the first book and this one, so she didn't sound nearly as annoying as she did in the first book! I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher for an honest review.
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- Adriana B
- 12-21-17
Another Excellent Addition To A Veteran’s Christmas
This is a sequel to “A Father For Christmas”. Book 1. I really enjoyed book 1 and this one is a bit different than the first one but just as good. Rachelle Ayala is a great writer and she really sucks you into the story and holds you hostage until the conclusion!
Narration was excellent and brought the story to life.
This story is about Kelly, Tyler, and Bree. We got to know them in book 1 and it was great to see how they are doing. This book is definitely more stressful than the first one because we find Tyler in another Country having to deal with some scary people and situations. I was totally stressed and worried about what was going to happen next!
This story is action filled and kept me in the edge of my seat. You can not go wrong with this amazing writer. There are always so many important issues discussed in her books.
I’m looking forward to her next book!
"I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review."
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- Shadowplay
- 09-22-17
Refreshing and Exhilerating
If you could sum up A Pet for Christmas in three words, what would they be?
determination, longing, loving
What was one of the most memorable moments of A Pet for Christmas?
The birth of the baby showed them that life can always be started anew no matter what came before. Their focus needed to be on their family and nothing else. It was completely precious.
What does Elizabeth Klett bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
The subtleties of how they talked and managed their family and martial problems was highlighted so effectively with the audio book then via print. The voices really make the story for me. It was a powerful performance.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes, this is a story that you need to read in one setting, It is an incredible journey that needs to be savored in one long reading session.
Any additional comments?
This is a beautiful book that everyone needs to read and enjoy and experience to know that your heart is still alive and working.
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- Gina Johnson
- 11-02-17
Christmas miracle
I really really liked this story of the effects of PTSD on a relationship and family. Also, how God intercedes when it seems there is no hope and finding the joy of the Christmas season. I received a complimentary audio and I am voluntarily reviewing.
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- NancyB
- 09-09-17
Perfect story!
This is a thoroughly enjoyable story! This second of three books of the series, it is well written and narrated. It was nice to go back and spend time with these complex yet likeable characters. This story is action filled, and the storyline flows so well. This is a clean sweet romance and I eagerly await the next installment. Well done!
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- Rhonda Madison
- 09-13-17
Great Sequel
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Rachelle Ayala has done another wonderful job of bringing another episode of the story of Kelly, Tyler and Bree. This is a year after Kelly and Tyler have met. Kelly's pregnant with his child, Tyler is in Afghanistan trying to help kids with his non-profit and fighting his PTSD, Bree is struggling with wanting her "real" father and a puppy for Christmas. There's so much that happens in this book with Kelly having pregnancy issues, Tyler gone and eventually missing in Afghanistan and Bree coming to terms with all that a five year old has with a new brother on the way and Tyler not being present. Everyone has to have faith and a belief in God and his protection. Tyler and Kelly are learning that PTSD doesn't go away and they have to work with the side effects wearing on their relationship. I see there's another story coming and I can't wait! Elizabeth Klett does a wonderful job of narrating this audio book. I received a free copy of the book and am reviewing it in exchange.
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- PATRICIA
- 12-20-17
Love Book 2!
The continuing story of Kelly, Tyler and Bree, this heart warming holiday story will surely bring you that Christmas spirit. Rachelle Ayala continues Tyler's ongoing struggle with his guilt of what happened in Afghanistan as he works overseas. Kelly is home, pregnant, worried and dealing with the many questions that 5 year old Bree is asking. Will Santa be able to help this family have the Merry Christmas they deserve? Ayala has created a story that has a beautiful message of love and family, and at the same time addresses so many issues that are in our world today. Dealing with PTSD, overriding guilt, long distance relationships, parenting and invitro fertilization just to name a few are interwoven masterfully. The conclusion will leave you satisfied with a smile on your face.
Elizabeth Klett gives this book warmth and love in her narration. You can feel the characters horror, fear, frustration and love through her performance bringing the book to life as you listen.
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- Cat
- 12-15-17
A sweet, Clean holiday story
What made the experience of listening to A Pet for Christmas the most enjoyable?
The narration. Elizabeth Klett is great at giving each character an unique voice and adds plenty of action to the story.
What did you like best about this story?
It was a tie between hunky Tyler and what happens to him and Bree the adorable 5-year-old.
Which scene was your favorite?
The end and I can't say what happens.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
The scene where Tyler getting captured and all the events after that through his extraction.
Any additional comments?
A pet for Christmas is a lovely continuation of a father for Christmas. It has multiple storylines. Tyler dealing with his PTSD and his job working in Afghanistan. Bree and what she wants for Christmas, and Kelly and the problem with her pregnancy and dealing with her relationship with Tyler.
There is a lot going on, back and forth from Kelly to Tyler. it's almost like two stories that merge. I think that is kinda cool. There is a lot of christian elements, praying and scripture quotes. I don't mind some but there is quite a bit.
If you like sweet, clean romance with some drama, suspense, and action, the holiday stories that is also clean you will enjoy this book.
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