Expired Promise

Last Chance Fire and Rescue #3

by Emilie Haney, Lisa Phillips

Fire. Family. Faith.
A female fire-fighter and a hero ATF agent get a second chance at love, but when she's targeted, will the secrets of the past destroy them?

She’ll stop at nothing to protect her family.

Probie fire-fighter and EMT Andi Crawford loves her job, but when her family becomes the target of a dangerous drug cartel, she’ll have to choose between firefighting and protecting her family.

Even if that means accepting help from the one man who broke her heart.

The last thing he wants is to return home…

Superstar ATF Agent Jude Brooks never thought he’d return to Last Chance County—and especially not to uncover information about the Crawford family, the family who rescued him as a teen. The last person he wants to see is Andi…mostly because of the love he still has for her.

But working together to uncover the truth ignites all their old feelings and suddenly, he has to decide…the love he can’t forget, or a future he wants.

But what happens when the past shows up to destroy it all…

A romantic second chance at love suspense with a strong-but-wounded hero, a woman in danger, a found family and a fight for justice with a surprise twist!

Another riveting Last Chance County romantic suspense!

Last Chance Fire and Rescue
Book 1: Expired Return
Book 2: Expired Hope
Book 3: Expired Promise
Book 4: Expired Vows

Genres: Suspense, Romance, Christian Fiction, Contemporary, Audiobook, Mystery Thriller, Inspirational

316 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2023

About the author

Emilie grew up in the Pacific Northwest and has a love for the outdoors that matches her love for the written word. She turned her passion for stories toward writing at an early age, finding entertainment and adventure in made-up worlds fed by the books her parents read to her as a child. Now, she's still getting lost in those worlds but they are of her own making.

Emilie writes contemporary fiction with strong themes of romance and suspense and believes that--no matter what--love fights for what's right.

For her sweet romance, check out her pen name Bell Renshaw.

Instagram: www.instagram.com/emiliehaney_author

Reviews

[Jeanne Alfveby Crea · Rating 5 out of 5]

High-action romantic suspense had me turning pages way too late into the night. Loved it!

"Cartel lord Diego Ruiz Sosa had pictures of Jude's first love, the girl who got away, and her family. There were too many questions, but his biggest one eclipsed all the others. How in the world was Andi Crawford involved in his case?"

Best friends and first loves reunite when Jude Brooks returns to town.
Amazing by-the-book ATF agent Jude Brooks (with the nickname "Book"), and sweet hero who after years of therapy could mostly manage his stutter except under times of duress (which was a lot in this explosive story!)

"Before him stood a woman even more beautiful than the teenager he remembered."
Andi Crawford, an excellent (former) paramedic, now a probie firefighter finds out she and her family are being targeted by some dangerous people somehow tied to her Mom's law cases. I loved her highly capable and caring family.

Being in very dangerous situations make the important things really come into focus. Especially faith and loved ones. I loved this journey that Jude and Andi are on to solve the case and keep everyone alive, and I stayed up late to finish it! I can't wait for the next story in this series!

I really enjoyed and absolutely recommend this highly addictive story!
Thank you to Sunrise Publishing for allowing me to read an early copy. All opinions are my own.

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Andi Crawford feels she has something to prove to her family as she is a probationary fire fighter for Last Chance, never mind that she is an excellent EMT. But, with brothers who are fire fighters a mother who is a well respected attorney, and a father who was a brilliant surgeon, it’s hard for her to just be happy being on the life squad.

Andi’s strong character drives her to prove herself. She finds it difficult to be comfortable with who she is and fit in with the expectations she has placed on herself. Her self reliance has always served her well, but after a series of attacks on her and her family from some extremely powerful and evil men, she realizes she is going to need help from her teenage crush who has been assigned to her family, ATF agent Jude Brooks. Letting down her guard and allowing Jude to protect her was difficult, but I thought is was so rewarding to see her realize she didn’t have to do it all on her own.

The intrigue, suspense, and the renewal of friendship and love were all elements that I really enjoyed in this story. Combining this with the faith of the characters that was a part of their lives blended all of it together to create a terrific story. While this can be read as a standalone, you’d have a richer reading experience if you have read the other two books in the Last Chance Fire and Rescue series since other characters from these books are part of the story.

I was given a copy of the book from the publisher and was not expected to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.

[Allyson Anthony · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an incredible read with action, suspense, second chance, and romance. Jude Brooks, an ATF agent, heads to Last Chance County when he discovers that there may be a connection between a cartel leader and the Crawford family that had taken him in during the summers when he was a teen visiting his grandfather.
When attacks start happening to Andie Crawford, a firefighter probie, and her family, Jude wants nothing more than to protect Andie. He's also certain that Andie's mother is keeping secrets.
The characters were well written. Andie was a spitball in my opinion and competitive, yet she felt she had to prove to her family that she could be a firefighter and not a paramedic. Jude felt he wasn't good enough due to his childhood and stutter, and he followed the rules of the book.
Emilie Haney did a wonderful job crafting this romantic suspense novel which kept my attention and included twists and turns and surprises.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Lily · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! The simple complexity of the story was masterfully composed by the talented Emilie Haney. I'm looking forward to more books by her in the future!

[Brittany · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Last Chance Fire and Rescue series continues to be an exciting set of romantic suspense novels. If you have read books one and two, you will enjoy seeing some characters you know from those books, however, you could also jump in and enjoy Expired Promise even if you haven’t read the other novels.

I really enjoyed this second chance at love story. These two characters were teenaged best friends turned more and had not seen each other for thirteen years. Andi was a strong and driven character who constantly felt the need to prove herself to her family in everything she did. That stress must have been exhausting. Jude had risen in the ranks of the ATF and was a successful agent. It was as if his heart reawakened when he returned to Last Chance County and spent time with Andi.

I thought the chemistry and dynamic between Andi and Jude was spot on. They had shared a close friendship as teens, went through a tragedy together, and had a close connection with each other that they didn’t share with anyone else. I thought it was telling, the way Jude struggled with his stutter when he first spent time around Andi again.

I enjoyed this story from start to finish and look forward to reading the next book in the series.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

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[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Expired Promise by Emilie Haney and Lisa Phillips is the latest release in the Last Chance County Series. Expired Promise opens with an intense special operations assignment that turns deadly. Jude Brooks is leading the mission and assumes responsibility for things that aren’t necessarily in his control. He’s a likable character. Andi Crawford is a new firefighter who’s trying to prove she has what it takes to succeed and in the process may have lost sight of what she’s really called to do. Seeing her figure out her future was well done. Jude and Andi have a past and as you might imagine their romance is rekindled. There’s a lot of action and a sweet faith message. This is book three in the series and while you don’t have to read them in order, the story probably makes a little more sense if you do. Characters from the earlier stories do pop up. I received an advance reader copy; however, I have ordered the e-book.

[Laura Conaway · Rating 5 out of 5]

Expired Promise delivered on every front! The suspense, family thread, and unexpected twist at the end had me turning the page until the end. These characters feel like family and I can't wait to see what comes next for Jude and Andi!

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story is exciting from start to finish. Andi Crawford is a female fire fighter with a lot to prove. When her old boyfriend Jude Brooks walks back into her life, it spells trouble. He’s there on an assignment for the ATF to determine why her family is being targeted by a drug cartel. But old sparks are rekindled and danger lurks with every turn of the page.

I loved this story! It’s exciting, filled with secrets and the main characters have enough chemistry to make it flammable. Be sure to check out Expired Promise if you are a fan of romantic suspense. This story has it all!

[Staci · Rating 4 out of 5]

ATF Agent Jude Brooks returns to Last Chance to work on a case. He quickly crosses paths with the Crawfords including Andi, a firefighter/EMT. He works to ferret out a villain while Andi works through what her ambitions really are.

[Ethelann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Expired Promise is the third in this series. And the books keep getting better and better.
I loved Andi and Jude's story. The story was non stop action and every time I thought I had it figured out, Boom come to find out I didn't. I love books like this. Can't wait for the next book!

[Sarita · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating 4.5

This was one nail biting suspense. It was so difficult to put this one down, but little things like sleep and eating and work required my attention.

This was my favourite of the series. Not only because of the action and suspense, but Andi was a leading lady easy to understand and her longing to proof herself to her brothers and colleagues caused a few breath holding moments as well as some smiles. Sometimes we tend to run from our callings because in our eyes it seems so small compared to how view of others.

Jude was one of those leading men who is vulnerable, can get injured, but can’t help protecting those he loves. I enjoyed seeing his struggle to also work by the book versus sometimes following his heart.

Readers will love this FD family and I think, like me, you would not want this series to end. There are so many characters I still need books off: Trace, Amelia, Logan and Bryce!

*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.*

[Tina Lowery · Rating 5 out of 5]

Author Emilie Haney could have dropped a bomb within the first few pages of Expired Promise, and it would have had less of an effect than her opening chapter did on me. From the very first words of this book, Haney grabbed my attention and kept me guessing from page to page about what would happen next. Special Agent Jude Brooks, of the ATF, had drafted a plan of action for the arrest of a known cartel leader, yet that mission failed as a whole. The arrest never occurred and in the searching for clues with Brooks, as team leader, they found evidence that implicated danger in the days and weeks ahead upon a family he loved and once was a part of.
Throughout this action-packed book, danger seemed to be already intertwined within the town and the people he had known most of his life. Since he was young, his world was totally contained in Last Chance County. Now, with years as passages of time and his career moved him on to bigger places and opportunities, he had changed, mostly, from who he was as a young adult. Jude Brooks’ past had once been connected to being best friends with Andi Crawford -- and he lived almost as an added member of their family. But, as the chapters moved on, he began to realize that time hadn’t really changed these people, much less his feelings for one very special person -- Andi. He knew that it was true that time had already imposed its own strengths and tragedies in their connected pasts.
Haney used descriptions to make these circumstances stand out and come alive all throughout Expired Promise. It seemed as if each person had a job that explained who they were as a person – and that left Andi as a person feeling like she didn’t belong to her family. She also questioned her future goals and dreams. Haney wrote a book full of courage, hope, love, and sacrifice. Yet, I believe that she also introduced hope as a necessity for a brighter future. Expired Promise kicked down every preconceived notion they had as they relied on the truth to set them free to live with hope, faith, courage and essentially with love. I was given an Advanced Readers’ Copy of this book by the author, for a complete and honest opinion of her work. I give this book a 10+ out of 10 for its story telling and the insertion of a life lived with faith, hope, love, and courage – no matter what was set in the hero’s and heroine’s journey home.

[Tammy Lunsford - Escape to Books By Tammy · Rating 5 out of 5]

We are back in Last Chance County where second chances seem to be the norm.

ATF Agent Jude Brooks put Last Chance County in the rearview mirror a long time ago. An operation goes sideways and evidence is found that either makes the Crawford family a part of something heinous or their family is in the crosshairs of a drug cartel leader. Jude knows he must clear this good family's name and keep them safe which means he has to return to Last Chance County.

EMT Andi Crawford is in the probation stages of becoming a firefighter. She has always felt like she is in a competition with her brothers. Even thought she is a top notch EMT, she decided to be a firefighter like her brothers. She has been fighting against her self-imposed guilt for a long time which causes her to strive harder to be the best at everything. She is always trying to prove something.

When Jude arrives in town, all of his feelings for Andi bubble back to the surface, but he knows that he has a job to do. It soon becomes apparent that the entire Crawford family is in danger.

I love Jude. He had such a wonderful sense of right a nd wrong and strong protective tendencies. He was so kind to Andi, and she was, at times, so abrupt with him. Andi needed to tone her competitive tendencies down, but I also felt for her. She really just wanted to be the best and save people. Her heart was in the right place. She just needed to give herself a break.

This book was filled with hope and courage in the darkness. The characters were self-sacrificing heroes. I was pulled under from page one and found myself literally cheering for the characters as they captured my heart in one way or another. Their faith will heal their heart if they will allow it.
You will happily abandon work, sleep and housework as you race through the pages of this faith and loved-filled book with plenty of tension and intrigue to go along with it. The tension and action build up in each chapter until the satisfying conclusion that will leave you with a smile on your face and a warm heart.

Thank you to Sunrise Publishing for this ARC. I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

" . . . Jude shuffled through more of the images. Andi. Her mother. Her brothers. Her father." . . . . . . "How in the world was Andi Crawford involved in his case?"

A. T. F. Agent Jude Brooks knows he needs to take a trip back home. After finding pictures of the Crawford family strewn across a vicious cartel leader's desk, Jude decides to follow up personally, quietly, unobtrusively. . . . . . oh, who is he kidding? Seeing Andi again after so many years was going to be as difficult as his case might turn out to be, because technically someone in her family could end up being connected . . . please, say no.

E.M. T. Andi Crawford is fighting her way up the ladder to qualify as a Last Chance County firefighter. Jude Brooks never entered her mind as an obstacle, but here he was, like everyone else, trying to tell her what to do and more importantly what not to do. She didn't need him, she could protect herself, right????

When things turn ugly fast, it becomes crystal clear that Jude knows what he is talking about; the entire Crawford family is in the cross-hairs of a dangerous drug lord. Another obvious? After all these years, Andi's heart is still tethered to Jude Brooks, whether she wants it to be or not.

A sit-down-and-don't-look -up -until -you- are -finished, kind of a good story! Fast paced, but not too fast. Romantic, but not icky sweet. Predictable in some ways, but definitely not in others. Characters with enough depth to tug on your heart-strings. More importantly, at the very center? "My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."

[Jessica Baker (A Baker's Perspective) · Rating 4 out of 5]

A second chance romance with a hunky hero and a determined heroine? Sign me up! That is exactly what Emilie Haney delivers in Expired Promise. This book is a page turner - make sure you have ample time set aside to read it all at once because that is exactly what I did.

I thought Andi and Jude were the perfect pair. I could sense their chemistry right from the get go, and that is just what I want to see in a second chance romance. Not that they ran right into each other’s arms, but just the bond was still there. Haney did a fantastic job of putting that on paper.

Andi is one of those characters I think people will either love, or not like too much. I can see a lot of determination in her - but with that means she doesn’t really listen to others too much. Honestly, I can connect with that and I think it’s why I didn’t mind that part of her character. I could see myself in her a LOT, more than I probably want to admit. But leave it to a character like Jude to really balance her out.

Though you could probably read this as a stand alone, I would suggest reading the series in order if you can. You’ll just get so much more out of it when you do that! I highly recommend Expired Promise to those looking for a fast paced read, suspense, a great twist, and some fabulous romance!

I received a complimentary copy of this book. I was not required to write a favorable review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[hoadbear · Rating 3 out of 5]

Probationary firefighter, Andi Crawford, is out to prove to the world she can do anything and live up to the expectation of her family. Soon she will have to decide what's more important, protecting her family or fulfilling her career dream?
ATF Agent Jude Brooks is known for his no-nonsense-by the book-make things happen work ethic. When he's sent to Last Chance County, to investigate connections between his case and the Crawford family, he is determined to keep everything professional. That is until he encounters his teenage love, Andi, again.
Lisa Phillips and Emilie Haney take us on some crazy adventures as we navigate the pages of this story. While I enjoy the Last Chance County escapades this particular installment left me scratching my head in places. I felt like there were some inconsistencies that just didn't seem to fit with what I've come to expect from this series. The characters in this story felt young and immature to me rather than the polished experienced professionals they're trying to portray. I was disappointed in the way Andi's older brothers were depicted versus how they seemed to be characterized.
So, this one wasn't my favorite of the bunch but I'm still a fan of the Last Chance County Fire and Rescue crew. I look forward to what comes next.
Thank you, Sunrise Publishing, for the opportunity to read this book. All opinions are my own.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Expired Promise is a Christian suspense romance by author(s) Lisa Phillips and Emilie Haney. It is installment #3 of the Last Chance Fire and Rescue series.

It was the job of ATF Special Agent Jude Brooks command team to take down cartel leader Diego Ruiz Sosa. I was pulled into the novel from chapter 1. It was full of action that didn’t let up. And, a strong-willed girl who liked to buck the system.

Probationary Firefighter Andi Crawford transferred from Ambulance 33 to Eastside Firehouse, however, she was still called upon to use her experience as a paramedic. She trained hard to be a firefighter and she would rather do that than be a paramedic.

Jude Brooks and Andi Crawford were best friends in school, and this is their story. Also, Allen Frees and Fire Chief Macon James are back.

Author Emilie Haney did a wonderful job of writing Expired Promise. I give Expired Promise 5*/5*.

Disclaimer: I receive complimentary books from various sources, including, publishers, publicists, authors, the Libby app, and/or NetGalley. I am not required to write a positive review and have not received any compensation. The opinions shared here are my own entirely. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

[Luna Ray · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sizzling mix of suspense, second chances, and heartfelt family bonds!

Expired Promise delivers exactly what I crave in romantic suspense grit, heart, and high stakes. Andi Crawford is everything I love in a heroine: strong, loyal, and unshakably brave. As a fire-fighter and EMT, she’s already a hero, but her fight to protect her family from a deadly cartel pushes her courage to new limits.

Enter Jude Brooks the brooding, haunted ATF agent whose return to Last Chance County reignites more than just unresolved feelings. The tension between Andi and Jude crackles with history, heartache, and unfinished business, making their second chance romance all the more gripping. Their chemistry feels real, and the emotional depth between them adds weight to every action packed moment.

Lisa Phillips and Emilie Haney masterfully balance pulse pounding suspense with themes of faith, forgiveness, and found family. The twist near the end? Totally unexpected and satisfying. This story has the perfect blend of danger and devotion, and the message of redemption hits home.

If you love clean romantic suspense with a beating heart and a few edge-of-your-seat moments, Expired Promise is a must-read.

[Kaethe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you, Sunrise Publishing, for the ARC of Expired Promise. I dove right into this third installment of Last Chance Fire & Rescue and burned through the pages! I'm always surprised and delighted when a series is not predictable, and Expired Promise certainly was not. Readers who'd hoped to read Bryce or Logan's love story will have to wait: book 3 belongs to their little sister, not to any of the heroes introduced in books 1&2.
Andi Crawford, it seems, has been running from one career path to another, trying to live up to her own ideas of fitting in with her family. Jude Brooks ran from Last Chance County and is only back now because of his job. They each have enough to sort out on their own, never mind together. Andi needs to focus on her job status at the firehouse, Jude needs to catch an international drug lord, and they're both trying to keep Andi's family safe.
Sunrise authors don't shy away from contemporary issues like women in unusual jobs, drug cartels infiltrating small town America, and Traumatic Brain Injury. No matter the issues, each character ultimately has to face up to the need to rely on God's help. In Emilie Haney's hands, these moments of surrender, of conversion, are skillfully rendered and deeply felt. Nothing is instant for Jude and Andi, but after each reckons with their need for divine assistance, their way forward as a couple is clear.

[Ashley Johnson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Expired Promise really kicked the action up in this series! From the very first pages this story had an energy and intensity that brought new dangers and a few new characters to Last Chance County. This book definitely keeps you guessing as one thing after another leaves the reader questioning if the circumstances are coincidence or if there is foul play. I enjoyed that this storyline was a little bit removed from the firehouse as we got a bit of a change of pace from the previous books in this series. Andi was driven, to the point of recklessness trying to prove her worth to her family and her co-workers. It was definitely something she struggle with and I definitely struggled to like her because of it. So many times she just did the opposite of what she was asked or told to do and it was very grating for me. However, she does show some growth by the end of the book, so I do feel like her experiences were not in vain. The conclusion of this book packs a mail biting punch! I will not give spoilers, but it features one of my biggest a fears! Yikes! I enjoyed this book and felt like it was a great addition to this series!

[Betti · Rating 5 out of 5]

This introduction to a new author will certainly keep you wanting more! Jude Brooks, an ATF Special Agent has an unfortunate end to an op - one he was very sure he went right by the book. After all, this is the way he preferred to live his life. With a new threat that seems to be pointed at people he remembers from many years earlier, he heads back to Last Chance County to do his job. Confronted with many secrets this is not an easy task.

Andi Crawford is a very good paramedic that thinks she needs to be a firefighter as well. Struggling with feelings of not being good enough, she continually tries to prove her worth. Unfortunately this has a way of backfiring. There is plenty of action that will keep you at the edge of your seat, hoping the good guys will win! It isn’t until they finally let God have control, that things begin to come together.

This third book in the Last Chance Fire and Rescue series was received through Sunrise Publishing and Book Funnel. These thoughts are my own and were in no way solicited.

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a fantastic ride!

I love second chance romances, especially when the couple was also childhood friends! I think these stories are becoming my favorite troupe ever!

Andi and Jude are the best over achieving, people saving couple! I love how committed they both are to this higher purpose of saving lives. Their determination and drive is truly admirable.

I loved seeing Andi's growth throughout the book. Seeing her realize that she is enough for her family, for Jude, for God and for herself showed great character development. The scene where she makes this discovery (no spoilers, don't worry) was so perfectly written! I loved it!

I also love Jude's protectiveness over those he cares about. His love for other drives everything he does and makes him a true hero!

Above all, the mystery and intrigue did not disappoint once again! I am thoroughly enjoying this series and I very much look forward to the next book!

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Couldn’t put it down. Loved this book cant wait for the next one. Loved the character’s and continuation of Last Chance County stories.
Can ATF agent Jude protect those he loves and get the bad guy? Will Andi figure out her place in the Fire House? When a case strikes to close to home Jude will do what he must to protect and defend. Andi is trying to find her place in a family with multiple “heroes” and wants to find her own way. Can Jude and Andi work through whatever happened in their pasts and forgive themselves and turn to God. Amazing continuation of the book series. Everyone plays their part and helps protect Last Chance County. Andi is a completely relatable character. Jude is the hero who has to figure out what he needs in order to get what God wants for him. God talks to them in unexpected ways. What does God want for our heroes?

[Hannah · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars rounded up...this was definitely my favorite of the series!

Andi was a side character with the paramedic team in the earlier books, but now she's switched to firefighter to try to catch up with her big brothers and their career successes on the rescue and fire teams. She's feeling unnoticed and unappreciated in her family because she was always closer to her dad than her mom, and now he's just a shadow of himself after a wreck causes a TBI.

Jude was her old high school best friend and then almost-boyfriend before tragedy sent him out of her life. He's an ATF agent now and gets a clue that leads back to his old hometown.

There's so much to keep you guessing all through and a lot of clues to sort out, even things that appear small to begin with. I definitely hope Emilie Haney will write more suspense novels.

[Cindy Davis- Cindy's Book Corner · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have read books by Lisa Phillips, but Expired Promise is the first book I have read by Emilie Haney. While it is the third in the series, it easily stands alone.

While I understood where Andi was coming from, trying to prove herself made her an unlikable character. I don't have patience for people who rush into dangerous situations without considering the outcome, or how it will affect others.

Jude was an okay character, but I didn't connect with him either. The story's beginning was slow, but once it hit its stride, there was plenty of action and suspense. Family secrets contribute to the intrigue of the story.

Read for:

second chance romance
family secrets
character-driven story
strong family ties
more suspense than romance

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kudos to Emilie Haney's stellar debut into the Last Chance universe! With 4D characters involved in a series of internal and external crises, the action refuses to stop until the deeply-satisfying conclusion.

Close-knit family and first responder systems intertwine to reveal the complexity of the severe threat to both from a deadly drug lord and his cartel. Career motives and relationships are examined and challenged through difficult circumstances and decisions.

Readers will cheer for Andi and Jude.

I received a complimentary copy of the book without obligation. This review is my opinion.

[Becky Dempsey · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this book. It was fun to see characters from the other books in the series. Andi and Jude felt like real people that I'd be able to go and visit. I had some ideas that I thought might be going on and I was partially right, but there were plenty of twists that I didn't expect. I found the book to be well written and easy to read. There was a nice biblical faith thread and the characters grew. I look forward to reading the next book in this series.

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.

[Joan Arning · Rating 5 out of 5]

I recently discovered author, Lisa Phillips, but she has quickly become one of my favorite authors! Expired Promise has one dangerous scene after another! ATF Agent Jude Brooks is the kind of person you want on your side especially if a cartel leader is after you. EMT Andi Crawford puts her all into rescuing others whether she is working as a firefighter or on an ambulance. You'll love both of these protagonists as they put others ahead of themselves and reconnect after not seeing each other for several years! I recommend Expired Promise to anyone who enjoys reading suspense! I received an advance e-book from Sunrise Publishing. This is my honest opinion.

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Expired Promise is the third installment in the Last Chance Fire and Rescue series. This story centers around Andi and Jude. Andi is an EMT who is a probie firefighter as well and Jude is an ATF agent. What I really liked is that Andi and Jude grew up together so they had that history and comfort with one another, but they also had some issues from the past to work past. Jude comes home when he realizes during one of his cases that a drug cartel appears to be targeting Andi's family. The story has quite an explosive beginning that definitely hooks the reader. I had so many questions about why Andi's family appeared to be in the sights of these dangerous people so I stayed engaged throughout.

Thank you to the author and publisher for a copy of this book. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.

[Naomi Shores · Rating 4 out of 5]

Overall, I liked the characters and the plot, the head of a drug cartel is targeting Andi Crawford's family and Jude Brooks, an ATF agent is in town to figure out why. Both of the lead characters are strong characters but I got a bit annoyed at Andi always trying to prove that she was better than everyone else and not listening when her brothers or Jude tried to explain what they really meant.
The plot was full of action, suspense, twists and turns with a touch of romance and faith added in. There are some side characters that I hope will have their own books in this series.