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K-9 Search and Rescue #18
Tracing a Kidnapper's Trail
Not yet published
Expected 24 Feb 26Solving an abduction case
means a relentless K-9 manhunt…
When search and rescue worker Hunter Shelton and his bloodhound Libby are called to a crime scene, he discovers his ex-fiancée murdered and her young daughter missing—and he's attacked. Soon, he realizes the little girl may have been taken by drug runners, and could possibly be his own child. With no one else to turn to, Hunter teams up with DEA Agent Marlee Price and her narcotics K-9, despite their rocky history. As they face escalating threats and uncover a rising body count, an old enemy from Marlee's past resurfaces. Will they be able to rescue the child and bring dangerous criminals to justice before time runs out?
From Love Inspired Courage. Danger. Faith.
K-9 Search and Rescue
Book 1: Desert Rescue by Lisa Phillips
Book 2: Trailing a Killer by Carol J. Post
Book 3: Mountain Survival by Christy Barritt
Book 4: Search and Defend by Heather Woodhaven
Book 5: Following the Trail by Lynette Eason
Book 6: Dangerous Mountain Rescue by Christy Barritt
Book 7: Wilderness Hunt by Lisa Phillips
Book 8: Alaskan Mountain Search by Sarah Varland
Book 9: Alaskan Avalanche Escape by Darlene L. Turner
Book 10: Tracking Stolen Treasures by Lisa Phillips
Book 11: Alaskan Wilderness Rescue by Sarah Varland
Book 12: Lethal Mountain Pursuit by Christy Barritt
Book 13: Tracking the Missing by Sami A. Abrams
Book 14: K-9 Alaskan Defense by Sarah Varland
Book 15: Searching for Justice by Connie Queen
Book 16: Detecting Deadly Threats by Carol J. Post
Book 17: Hunting a Killer by Sarah Varland
Book 18: Tracing a Kidnapper's Trail by Katy Lee
means a relentless K-9 manhunt…
When search and rescue worker Hunter Shelton and his bloodhound Libby are called to a crime scene, he discovers his ex-fiancée murdered and her young daughter missing—and he's attacked. Soon, he realizes the little girl may have been taken by drug runners, and could possibly be his own child. With no one else to turn to, Hunter teams up with DEA Agent Marlee Price and her narcotics K-9, despite their rocky history. As they face escalating threats and uncover a rising body count, an old enemy from Marlee's past resurfaces. Will they be able to rescue the child and bring dangerous criminals to justice before time runs out?
From Love Inspired Courage. Danger. Faith.
K-9 Search and Rescue
Book 1: Desert Rescue by Lisa Phillips
Book 2: Trailing a Killer by Carol J. Post
Book 3: Mountain Survival by Christy Barritt
Book 4: Search and Defend by Heather Woodhaven
Book 5: Following the Trail by Lynette Eason
Book 6: Dangerous Mountain Rescue by Christy Barritt
Book 7: Wilderness Hunt by Lisa Phillips
Book 8: Alaskan Mountain Search by Sarah Varland
Book 9: Alaskan Avalanche Escape by Darlene L. Turner
Book 10: Tracking Stolen Treasures by Lisa Phillips
Book 11: Alaskan Wilderness Rescue by Sarah Varland
Book 12: Lethal Mountain Pursuit by Christy Barritt
Book 13: Tracking the Missing by Sami A. Abrams
Book 14: K-9 Alaskan Defense by Sarah Varland
Book 15: Searching for Justice by Connie Queen
Book 16: Detecting Deadly Threats by Carol J. Post
Book 17: Hunting a Killer by Sarah Varland
Book 18: Tracing a Kidnapper's Trail by Katy Lee
208 pages, Mass Market Paperback
Expected publication February 24, 2026
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Katy Lee
104 books195 followersBest-selling and award-winning author Katy Lee has written over thirty novels, filled with romance, suspense, and inspiration. She lives in the rugged beauty of the Utah mountains where she is also a special education teacher at a school for international students. Katy loves to knit warm wooly things while plotting her next suspense story. Keep up with Katy at KatyLeeBooks.com.
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Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This is an action packed Christian suspense audiobook, with some romance, that will take the listener on a rollercoaster ride filled with unexpected twists and turns.
Hunter Shelton and his K-9 Libby work as a team in the local search and rescue department.
When Hunter is called to a crime scene, he realizes the murdered victim is his ex, a woman he hasn’t seen in over 5 years. The woman’s five year old daughter has been kidnapped by members of the local drug cartel, which makes him wonders if the child is his.
DEA Agent Marlee Price and her narcotis K-9 are called to help with the search of the criminals, the drugs and the child. Hunter also has a history with this woman and her deceased brother. But all misgivings are put aside in the name of justice, and finding the child.
The danger increases, and in order to rescue the child these two must put aside their past. In doing so, they both realize the misunderstandings they had held on to.
In the end, will they survive the danger and be able to rescue the little girl? Is the child Hunter’s? Will Hunter show Marlee that God has always been there for her?
And lastly, will they find their HEA?
This is a story about redemption, hope, faith, and second chances in life and love.
The narrator, Emily Sutton-Smith did a good job of bringing the story to life.
I was entrusted a copy of this audiobook by Netgalley, Harlequin Audio and Harper Collins. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
Hunter Shelton and his K-9 Libby work as a team in the local search and rescue department.
When Hunter is called to a crime scene, he realizes the murdered victim is his ex, a woman he hasn’t seen in over 5 years. The woman’s five year old daughter has been kidnapped by members of the local drug cartel, which makes him wonders if the child is his.
DEA Agent Marlee Price and her narcotis K-9 are called to help with the search of the criminals, the drugs and the child. Hunter also has a history with this woman and her deceased brother. But all misgivings are put aside in the name of justice, and finding the child.
The danger increases, and in order to rescue the child these two must put aside their past. In doing so, they both realize the misunderstandings they had held on to.
In the end, will they survive the danger and be able to rescue the little girl? Is the child Hunter’s? Will Hunter show Marlee that God has always been there for her?
And lastly, will they find their HEA?
This is a story about redemption, hope, faith, and second chances in life and love.
The narrator, Emily Sutton-Smith did a good job of bringing the story to life.
I was entrusted a copy of this audiobook by Netgalley, Harlequin Audio and Harper Collins. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Well, that was intense! Best clear your calendar and be prepared for a marathon read (or listen in my case.) And, speaking of the audio edition, what a stellar performance by Emily Sutton-Smith! Her voice is a perfect match for the intensity of this story and she really does justice to Marlee’s tough-as-nails, defiantly stubborn persona. A winning author/narrator combination that compelled me to keep reading (listening!)
Loved the complicated start to Hunter and Marlee’s relationship, which really began back in college. It’s a gritty enemies to more trope that gradually morphs into a wary truce and then hesitant friendship. There’s lots to unearth about their shared past that includes a significant look at the power of forgiveness.
A taut and emotional romantic suspense with some stunning plot twists that make this book impossible to walk away from until every final last detail is revealed!
My thanks to HarperCollins, Harlequin Audio and Net Galley for providing me with an audio copy of this book.
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Loved the complicated start to Hunter and Marlee’s relationship, which really began back in college. It’s a gritty enemies to more trope that gradually morphs into a wary truce and then hesitant friendship. There’s lots to unearth about their shared past that includes a significant look at the power of forgiveness.
A taut and emotional romantic suspense with some stunning plot twists that make this book impossible to walk away from until every final last detail is revealed!
My thanks to HarperCollins, Harlequin Audio and Net Galley for providing me with an audio copy of this book.
https://kavsbestreads.ca/2026/02/04/t...
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I loved this romantic suspense adventure from Katy Lee. Danger lurks right from the start - Hunter Shelton and his search and rescue bloodhound arrive at a crime scene only to discover that his ex-fiancé has been murdered. But things get worse when he realizes her young daughter is missing - and it might be his daughter. He calls in DEA Agent Marlee Price to help him track the child down. But Marlee has her own problems because a drug dealer has put a hit out on her.
This book is chock full of action, suspense, and danger. But the characters are incredibly likable. Marlee is strong but needs to face her past. Hunter still regrets so many of his past choices as well. I love the second chances romance theme along with the spiritual message of forgiveness and letting go.
The narration for the audiobook was amazing! I think the narrator did a great job of bringing the characters to life.
I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
This book is chock full of action, suspense, and danger. But the characters are incredibly likable. Marlee is strong but needs to face her past. Hunter still regrets so many of his past choices as well. I love the second chances romance theme along with the spiritual message of forgiveness and letting go.
The narration for the audiobook was amazing! I think the narrator did a great job of bringing the characters to life.
I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Author
From the first page, you get drawn into this story just like the main character Hunter Shelton and his search and rescue bloodhound Libby. When he discovers his ex-fiancee has been murdered and that she has a daughter that could possibly be his - and that she is missing - you have to keep reading to find out what happens next! He ends up teaming up with Agent Marlee Price, who he also has history with, and then the action really gets moving! There are so many twists, turns, and trying to find out who can be trusted - even among law enforcement - that this is one story that is hard to put down. If you like mystery, suspense, action and complex characters, this is a book for you. I received an advance copy from the author but all opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thank You to the author for this free digital ARC read in exchange for my honest review of Tracing a Kidnapper's Trail.
This is the eighteenth book in the K-9 Search and Rescue series and does not disappoint. What happens when you have to solve an abduction case and end up with an unyielding K-9 search? Make sure to read this action packed book to find out! The author wrote this so well and I could not stop turning the pages. Every character in this one was great, especially the K-9s. This had me on the edge of my seat and kept me guessing. I enjoyed every twist and turn in this one. Overall, I highly enjoyed this read and would recommend it to any reader who likes suspense books.
This is the eighteenth book in the K-9 Search and Rescue series and does not disappoint. What happens when you have to solve an abduction case and end up with an unyielding K-9 search? Make sure to read this action packed book to find out! The author wrote this so well and I could not stop turning the pages. Every character in this one was great, especially the K-9s. This had me on the edge of my seat and kept me guessing. I enjoyed every twist and turn in this one. Overall, I highly enjoyed this read and would recommend it to any reader who likes suspense books.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This is a Christian Romantic Suspense, and this is the 18th book in the K-9 Search and Rescue series. I have read most of the other books in this series, but I think you can read this book as a standalone without any problems. This book pulled me into the story right away, and I loved the fast paced action packed story. I also loved getting to know the characters. I loved all the craziness in this story, and I do not think all the craziness to away for the story. This is a well done story. I received an ARC of this book. This review is my own honest opinion about the book like all my reviews are.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Tracing A Kidnapper's Trail was another awesome book by Katy Lee.
DEA Agent Marlee Price gets a call from her ex-friend about a missing child and possible drug runners. Hunter Shelton, a search and rescue worker has found a body and some illegal drugs. But not only that the dead woman's little girl is missing.
Now they must find her while out running bullets from a drug lord from her past and the people they're after.
This book was so exciting and the ending was fantastic!
DEA Agent Marlee Price gets a call from her ex-friend about a missing child and possible drug runners. Hunter Shelton, a search and rescue worker has found a body and some illegal drugs. But not only that the dead woman's little girl is missing.
Now they must find her while out running bullets from a drug lord from her past and the people they're after.
This book was so exciting and the ending was fantastic!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is a book that once you start reading it you don't want to stop. It has action, suspense, mystery, drama and just enough twists and turns to keep you turning the pages to see what happens next. I loved it!
I received a complimentary copy and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
I received a complimentary copy and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Tracing a Kidnapper’s Trail by Katy Lee is part of her K-9 search & rescue series. Narrated by Emily Sutton-Smith. Love inspired Romantic Suspense. Kept you guessing, was a great audible book. Thank you to #NetGalley and #HarlequinAudio for this Arc. All thoughts are my own. Releases Feb 24, 2026
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
An action packed suspense that hits the ground running and keeps you on the edge of your seat! The narrator did a fantastic job bringing this story to life!
I received an audio ARC through Netgalley and all opinions are my own.
I received an audio ARC through Netgalley and all opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy
Very exciting story
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