This is the fifth book in the Love Inspired ‘Mountain K-9 Unit’ multi-authored series published in July 2024. It has recently been made available in audio format much to my delight. Even though this is the fifth book, it reads well as a standalone. While there is a romantic suspense plot unique to this story, there is also an over-arcing investigation that plays out through all the books. All the authors do a great job of catching readers up on the secondary suspense plot without detracting from the primary one.

Jodie Bailey knows how to build suspense through a delectably taut plot line full of unexpected twists. The inciting incident drew me in and set the tone for the rest of the story. It was a great way to immediately get deep into the psyche of both Ian and Meadow – a kind of baptism by fire into their personalities and motivations.

They have a professional history which was cut off when Ian went into the wit-sec programme and I really enjoyed watching their relationship warily take shape amidst all the chaos and danger. I especially appreciated the unique connection they have. I don’t want to say more for fear of spoilers – let’s just say there’s some nice role reversal on stereotypical suspense plot lines.

I really enjoyed Shannon Hemmings audio narration. She brought these characters alive and her performance added to the sense of danger and emotion evident in the story.

My thanks to Harlequin Audio and Net Galley for providing me with an audio edition of this book.

Put on your racing shoes and get ready for the run of your life!

Marshal Meadow Ames is hard on a case as she receives a text for help from Outsider, code name for Ian Carpenter. Ian was in witness protection from some men who were trying to enact revenge upon him. Thus the reason he had been hiding. Two years ago, they nearly took his life. Circumstances have now changed and it seems safe to return to his former life. Meadow’s heart pings when she realizes she may get to see Ian once again. She drops everything to help, and takes her K-9 dog, Grace, to rush to Ian’s aid.

Even with changed circumstances, Ian is far from safe and now he regrets asking for Meadow’s help because he’s now placed her in danger as well. He knew returning was risky and only did because his niece had asked for his help. But before he can make contact with his niece, she is kidnapped.

Jodie Bailey the author, knows how to use the written word to build tension and suspense. You will not want to put this book down!

I really liked the characters and found their emotional past traumas to be realistic.

I Highly recommend this adventure for romantic suspense readers!

The narrator, Shannon Hemmings, certainly reads this story in a manner to enhance the drama.

This is a first by this author for me and although it is part of a series, it reads as a stand-alone. Quick easy read that gives a send chance at love a try and danger lurks around every turn.

Characters overlap throughout the series as does the main storyline. Can be read as a standalone but better if read in order.
He's been in wit sec until everyone out for him was caught or dead. Unfortunately mistakes were made and lives are in danger. She was his handler before wit sec and has missed him. Is this their second chance or the final goodbye?

A great faith based suspense story with a slow burn closed door romance. Any book that has a k9 I am always interested in reading, and this book delivered. I especially loved that the dog was a Vizsla, rather than your typically German shepherd. Our main characters, who have a history together and forced into working together again. I enjoyed the faith aspect of this book, as it was more in the foreground and was “just enough” in my opinion. I did not read the previous books in the series and had no trouble keeping up. There is mention of ptsd as well so please keep that in mind if that’s a trigger for you. I got this as an arc and will absolutely read other works from this author.

🎧3⭐⭐⭐.5🎧

I received an ALC of this audiobook from NetGalley & Harlequin Audio.

This fast-paced story is about a second chance at love. Part of the Mountain County K-9 Unit series, it can be enjoyed as a standalone.
Ian Carpenter leaves witness protection after the crime boss he put in jail dies, but soon faces new threats. When Ian’s cousin goes missing, Meadow Ames and her K-9 partner Grace help him search, rekindling their romance along the way.

I found it entertaining and recommend it for anyone who enjoys suspense and romance.
The narrator was perfect for the story.

Montana Abduction Rescue is written by Jodie Bailey. This is part of the Mountain Country K-9 Unit series. The series is written by multiple authors but is focused on the Mountain Country K9 Unit.

Following the death of a crime boss he put behind bars, Ian Carpenter leaves witness protection. He finds himself in a predicament and reaches out to his old US Marshal, Meadow. He is shocked to see that she is in the area working a case. in the area and she has a K9 partner, Grace. Together they need to try and outsmart the two that were supposedly dead. Ian is a man of many resources - they hike their way to an underground bunker. It turns out that the human trafficking operation that Ian worked so hard undercover for.

This book is full of twists and turns - the storyline is engaging.
I listened to the audiobook version - the narrator does a good job in keeping your attention.

Thank you to the author, publisher and Netgalley for allowing me to read a copy of this book - all thoughts are my own.

Montana Abduction Rescue is the 5th book in the Mountain Country K-9 Unit series, I have not read the other books in this series but will probably go back and read them. I listened to the audiobook for this book, and I liked the narrator. I really enjoyed this book. This book is a fast paced book full of action, suspense, and great characters. The romance was very subtle in this book. Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Audio for my advanced copy of this book.

Montana Abduction Rescue by Jodie Bailey is the 5th book in the Mountain County K-9 unit. Ian Carpenter is finally released from witness protection earlier in the year and decides to come home because his cousin needs him. Meadow Ames ands her K-9 Grace cons to his aide. They knew each other while on the case that got Ian shot and into the witness protection program. Now trying to find his cousin who has been kidnapped by the men who were supposedly dead and keep trying to kill him. Very action packed with suspense, second chance romance and a quick read. These are fun to read. Thank you to #NetGalley, #Harlequin audio, and the author for this arc book. This was narrated by Shannon Hemmings. She did a great job. Releases April 1

Mountain Country K-9 Unit #5
Montana Abduction Rescue
Jodie Bailey
This is the 5th book in the Mountain Country K-9 Unit series however, this tale easily stands alone. This is a Christian Inspirational tale.
Our main characters are Ian and Meadow. Ian Carpenter is a former undercover law enforcement officer who was wounded in the line of duty. It left him with PTSD. He went into the witness protection program after helping put a crime boss behind bars. U.S. Marshal Meadow Ames works with Grace, her K-9 partner.
Ian left the witness protection program after the death of the criminal he put behind bars. However, the criminals had escaped and were lying in wait for him, as he drove the winding back road near Glacier National Park; they wanted revenge. Ian called U.S. Marshal Meadow and Grace rushed to assist him. Meadow and Officer Rocco were working on the Henry Mulder murder case when she received the call from Ian. Ian had been on his way to meet his cousin Brooke when he was ambushed. He and Meadow barely escape with their life. Brooke is the one member of Ian’s family who cares for him, and she has been kidnapped. There are several young women missing can Ian and Meadow find them before it is too late.
This is a suspense/romance tale. There was an equal balance between suspense and romance. I really enjoyed it except for the narrator; her voice distracted from the tale. The plot is face paced. The dogs were wonderful and won my heart quickly. I was rooting for Ian and Meadow’s relationship. They were so obviously in love. There is a focus on Christianity in this book; I thought it was well handled. Kudos to author Jodie Bailey.

Jodie Bailey provides a fast moving narrative filled with action, suspense, and plot twists in her novel Montana Abduction Rescue (MAR). This was my first read for this series, at first, I was worried that I might need to go back and read previous novels to understand this narrative. This was not the case. MAR functions as a stand-alone story. Meadow and her K9 partner assist Ian whose cousin has been abducted. There is a romantic vibe between Meadow and Ian; they both try to resist each other. I appreciate that Bailey writes Meadow as the heroine who helps Ian with his PTSD. The religious concept of faith is woven throughout the story. The best part of the story, for me, is the K9.

Audiobook Narrator is Shannon Hemmings. She used intonation and inflection to direct the listener's understanding. I did not mesh well with this narrator. I felt a level of agitation or excitement in her voice that made it challenging to listen for longer than 30 minutes at a time. I think this is a personal preference. I just felt anxious while listening to this narrator.

Thank you #JodieBailey, #HarlequinAudio, and #NetGalley for my audio-ARC in exchange for my honest review.

The action in this story starts out quickly with Ian being shot at and chased by people he thought were dead. In a panic, he calls his witness protection handler Meadow and she comes to his rescue. They have to join forces to figure out what is going on and why his cousin Brooke has been kidnapped. It is a fast paced book with well developed characters. I listened to the audio and while the narrator has a good voice, it is my preference that the male and female voices sound different. It's just a personal opinion. It does have a Christian theme running through it, but it is not preachy so it should appeal to everyone. Its a good story that has a complex but satisfying ending.

Montana Abduction Rescue by Jodie Bailey - 3 Stars

This is part of the Mountain Country K-9 Unit series but can be read as a standalone book. I like this one for the dogs - always a fan of books with dogs and they are awesome in this one. This was a new to me author also. If you like love inspired suspense books, this will be one you enjoy. We have Ian Carpenter and Meadow Ames - along with her K-9 partner Grace. This one had lots of action because they are trying to find Ian's cousin who has been abducted. Ian was in witness protection because he had put a crime boss behind bars, but after his death, he has left the program only to run right into an ambush. Ian and Meadow work together through all of the crazy situations, falling for one another along the way.

Pretty good love inspired suspense books - don't take the 3 star to heart here because I think a 3 star for these books is pretty good. These are always quick reads and listens for me that I generally enjoy.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an audio ALC to listen to and review. All thoughts are my own.

This latest addition to the series, works well as a stand alone.
Ian Carpenter was an undercover deputy while working to put a crime boss behind bars. After the criminal’s arrest he had to go into WITSEC to stay alive.
The criminal and supposedly his allies die, but he only leaves WITSEC when his cousin asks for his help.
That all changes as he realizes the allies of the criminal are alive and are after him.
Contacting his handler, Meadow Ames might have been a good idea at first, but when Ian realizes he’s put her in danger, he regrets his decision.
From that moment on, danger follows Ian, Meadow and her K-9 Grace.
Complications occur when his young cousin is kidnapped. Ian is determined to do everything he can to rescue her, even as he is dealing with PTSD and bullets flying.
Will they be able to rescue Brooke? Will they finally get the bad guys? Will Ian and Meadow go their separate ways at the end, or decide to keep their relationship a try?
From the first page to the last , this was an action packed, edge of your seat story. The main characters were well developed and Grace, the K-9 dog was a good addition.
This clean Christian suspense romance was brought to life by the narrator, Shannon Hemmings.
I was entrusted a copy of this audiobook by Netgalley and Harlequin Audio.
The opinions expressed are solely my own.

Title: Montana Abduction Rescue
Series; Montana Country K-9 #5
Author: Jodie Bailey
Format: 🎧
Narrator: Shannon Hemmings
Publisher: Harlequin Audio- Love Inspired Suspense
Genre: Christian Romance
Audiobook Pub Date schedule for April 1, 2025
Rating 3.5 Stars
Pages: 222

Detective Flynn Denning — along with her nephew and her ex-boyfriend Derek King — are stranded when their helicopter is shot down after they discover a drug operation the unforgiving Colorado mountains. They’ll need to rely on Derek’s military skills to survive.

I have to admit I was drawn to this story because of the cover.
Although I am a big thriller fan I do like a nice sweet romance and one with a Christian base is rare in this spicy romance world.
SO yes I did enjoy it!

Want to thank NetGalley and Harlequin Audio/Love Inspired Suspense for this audiobook.
Audiobook Publishing Release Date scheduled for April 1, 2025.

I am enjoying this series! I listened to the audio and finished it in one day! Can't wait to see what comes next!

I received an audio ARC through Netgalley and all opinions are my own.

This is a Romantic Suspense, and this is the 5th book in the Mountain Country K-9 Unit series. I have read some of the other books in this series before picking up this book, but you can read this book has a standalone without any problems. I listened to the audiobook for this book, and I liked the narrator. I really enjoyed this book. This book is a fast paced book full of action, suspense, and great characters. The romance was very lit in this book, and that worked this book. Great Read. I received an ARC of this book. This review is my own honest opinion about the book like all my reviews are.