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Defending America #1

Coyote's Revenge

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Sometimes We Must Face Our Past,
While Our Future Hangs in the Balance

Aiden Lewis is the perfect undercover agent—a millionaire playboy who has committed his life to protecting his country. For Aiden, work comes first and allows him to make amends for his past.

Then Madison Hart is caught in the terrorist web of an insurgent named Coyote. Unaware that her life is in danger, she finds herself falling for the elusive Aiden Lewis. But Aiden disappears for days at a time, and he has a past that haunts him. Is their relationship doomed from the beginning? Can they learn to trust each another?

Coyote is the mastermind behind operation Dambusters, which is compromised because of Aiden. Coyote knows the way to hurt Aiden is to target Madison. As Coyote makes his move for revenge, both Aiden and Madison must face their past while their future hangs precariously in the balance.

This gripping romantic thriller combines a terrifyingly realistic plot with believable characters and fascinating details about military ops, terrorists, and the vulnerability of our infrastructure. A story that will leave you wondering how much of our past defines who we are, and how we can move beyond it to embrace our future.

Vannetta Chapman is the author of over twenty bestselling novels, including Hidden, Protected, and The Remnant Series. Vannetta is a Carol award winner and a Christy award finalist. She has won over a dozen awards from Romance Writers of America chapter groups. She currently writes full time, teaches college students on the side, and resides in the Texas Hill country.

459 pages, ebook

First published January 1, 2017

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Vannetta Chapman

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Vannetta Chapman is a New York times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author of over t0 novels. She has sold over one million copies and writes in a variety of genres that include dystopian, suspense, dystopian, romantic suspense, romance, and cozy mystery.

Chapman has 25 years educational experience as an English teacher at the high school and collegiate level. She currently resides in the Texas Hill Country where she writes full times.

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Profile Image for Elizabeth.
1,189 reviews
December 6, 2017
Coyote’s Revenge ( Defending America-Book #1 )
By: Vannetta Chapman
Coyote’s Revenge is book one of two in Defending America Series by Vannetta Chapman. Wow and Wow, What a story. This series title ‘Defending America” is just right for this book. This is not Ms. Chapman’s Amish stories. If you love a good , clean, Suspense, and romance , then you will love Coyote’s Revenge. I felt like I was back in the times of 9/11 . Once I started I did not want to put it down, but it being the size it is I had to lay it down a few times. I have not found any of Ms. Chapman’s books that I have not loved. She did not disappoint. Get you something to drink and a comfortable chair and get ready for the ride of your life. Aiden Lewis , an undercover agent and a millionaire playboy, and on the go all the time. Madison Hart , a teacher, who is caught up in this ever ending terrorist web. I loved these two , but felt sorry for both of them. There was times that I had tears in my eyes and holding my breath to see what was going to happen next. There is danger everywhere, even in the air and moon tails. Madison’s life is in danger. Can Aiden help her ? Who can he trust?
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3,230 reviews490 followers
May 29, 2018
I felt like I was reading a newspaper or watching the news on TV, and also like I was a participant, whether your flying in an airplane, or climbing mountains, or literally fighting for your life, there is never a dull moment in this compelling read.
From the beginning to the end we wonder if evil is going to prevail, just like it did in NYC on 9/11, and add to the story a touch of romance, and you will be just like me and not be able to put the book down.
The author has us wondering as we walk in the shoes of the young teacher, she is attracted to Aiden, but all of a sudden, he is gone, and who knows where, I would be questioning his where about too. One would never imagine what he was doing, and what was going on, at least I wouldn’t, but we hope that there are people out there like him
A read you don’t want to miss, and sorry you won’t be able to leave it until the last page is turned.

I received this book from the author, and was not required to give a positive review.
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15 reviews
March 16, 2018
I continue to be a fan of Vannetta Chapman’s books, and this is no exception. She drew me in with the plausible scenario of a young woman’s fear of flying leaving her open to accepting the help of someone who rapidly turned on her and used her as a cover for terrorism. Then the Iceman comes to her rescue while unwittingly leading her into his world of secret agents and their job to put their personal life aside and protect America.
The story is free from foul language and explicit sexual scenes and the violence is not described in gory detail. The story does have some twists that kept me reading. It is not a dark thriller but does give an interesting good vs evil plot with interesting character and romance.
681 reviews4 followers
April 2, 2018
Outstanding job

Great to read how people will work to protest our country. It takes strength to do that. Author wrote story in a realistic way I couldn't stop reading
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454 reviews5 followers
June 7, 2018
A Page Turner

A great read. Danger, secrets and love. Couldn’t put this book down. Actually laughed out loud several times. Had to scream at the book a few times too! The suspense and danger kept me on the edge of my seat. Will be looking for more of theses books to read! A great book club read. You will want to talk about this book!
Profile Image for Angie Thompson.
Author 50 books1,112 followers
August 28, 2018
DNFing this. No one thing I can point to, but a couple of profanities, a lot of focus on physical attraction, people talking about "making out" instead of just saying "kissing," and a bit of innuendo are making me more than a little uncomfortable. Too bad; I was very interested in the story. :(
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117 reviews1 follower
April 16, 2021
Google's Revenge

This book is an exceptional read . There is so much happening you can't out it down. The adventure and suspense is so engaging it keeps your attention every moment. Another great read by Vanetta.
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244 reviews2 followers
October 27, 2022
Another great story by Vannetta Chapman. I don't think this one is Christian fiction like her other books. It's clean romantic suspense story. A terrorist group has plans to blow up 10 dams around the country. Will Aiden and he team be able to stop them before millions die?



Aiden Lewis must find a way to avoid collateral damage and catch a terrorist, when a high school teacher is caught in a plot for revenge.

Lewis is the perfect undercover agent—a millionaire playboy who has committed his life to protecting his country. For Aiden, work comes first and allows him to make amends for his past.

Then Madison Hart is caught in the terrorist web of an insurgent named Coyote. Unaware that her life is in danger, she finds herself falling for the elusive Aiden Lewis. But Aiden disappears for days at a time, and he has a past that haunts him. Is their relationship doomed from the beginning? Can they learn to trust each another?

Coyote is the mastermind behind operation Dambusters, which is compromised because of Aiden. Coyote knows the way to hurt Aiden is to target Madison. As Coyote makes his move for revenge, both Aiden and Madison must face their past while their future hangs precariously in the balance.

This gripping romantic thriller combines a terrifyingly realistic plot with believable characters and fascinating details about military ops, terrorists, and the vulnerability of our infrastructure. A story that will leave you wondering how much of our past defines who we are, and how we can move beyond it to embrace our future.
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1,194 reviews26 followers
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January 1, 2018
The very first paragraph of this suspense-filled story grabs your attention—and keeps it for the entire book. I could not find a “stopping point” in the plot. I had to keep reading. Vannetta Chapman’s story of terrorism, heroism, and patriotism could come directly from today’s headlines. The two main characters are likeable and strong personalities. The love story that weaves in and out of the action is a sweet one.

It’s a pleasure to read a suspense-filled, interesting book that has no bad language or embarrassing bedroom scenes. The storyline is strong enough it’s own that neither of those things are needed to keep your interest. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series, “Roswell’s Secret.”

This book definitely deserves a high place on your reading list!
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Author 46 books866 followers
December 10, 2017
Vannetta does a great job pulling you into her characters. Really enjoyed this story.
282 reviews8 followers
December 26, 2017
Another page turner, thrills, chills and suspense. I love Vannetta Chapman's Amish romance books but her Romantic Suspense is even better. Terrorists want to hurt our undercover agent who is also a millionaire and supposed playboy. When Madison is caught up in the terrorist plot she is in for the ride of her life. The characters and plot are realistic, the pace of the story is fast and also gripping. Vannetta's research is spot on and something that could happen today. "Dambusters" is the code name for the terrorist plot and Aiden & his fellow agents are fighting against time and a mole in their organization.

Be prepared to stay up late reading. I bought this book and its sequel. No one asked me to leave a review and all opinions are my own. I highly recommend any of Vannetta Chapman's books but especially this new series. Both books are page turners. Read both and loved each one. Hope you saved some of your Christmas money to buy Coyote's Revenge & Roswell's Secret. Exceptional.
98 reviews
December 25, 2017
Great suspense book

This was a great story and kept me reading until the end. In spite of the terror, there was courage to keep going on.
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378 reviews2 followers
September 17, 2018
I am always amazed by Vannetta Chapman's ability to change writing genres with such ease! Coyote's Revenge is a modern spy-type thriller and she pulls it off well. The action starts with the very first sentence of the book (she has mastered that hook!) and carries you well into the story. Great book, I shouldn't have let it sit on my TBR pile for so long! And I'm looking forward to the next one in the series.
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2,348 reviews21 followers
December 4, 2017
A Roller Coaster Ride of Suspense

A Roller coaster ride of suspense grabs you and drags you through this book.
I loved the well crafted plot,the vivid,complex characters ,the setting and the romance.
This book is recommended for those who love Christian romantic suspense.
6 reviews
February 2, 2023
I learned the definition of resplendent.

Well defined for this book. Absolutely well written-and well read- because is was such a perfection to read. Only words that I can use is absolute joy, but that sounds redundant, so READ IT. You will be glad.
498 reviews4 followers
February 27, 2023
Great story

Wow this book has a lot of twist,danger around every corner, suspence, and a little t
Romance, it keeps you turning the pages to see what happens next until the very last pages.looking forward to reading more books from this Author, thrilling
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Author 23 books6 followers
December 17, 2017
If you like a story that has lots of twists and turns this is for you. It is constant action all the way through and you never know when it will end. Great story line.
Profile Image for Deloris  Mercer.
309 reviews
January 18, 2018
Fantastic read

Thank you Ms. Chapman for writing this awesome book. Great characters and the setting is very wonderful. Lot's of twists and turns. Just the right amount of romance to make it all special.
40 reviews1 follower
January 19, 2018
Behind the scenes......

A story of what can AND maybe happening all around us in this day and age....a thriller that will keep you awake until you finish it.
Profile Image for Beth Jones.
689 reviews1 follower
July 9, 2022
Great read

This book is a romantic suspense novel about Aiden and Madison getting together with each other. This book is a great story. HEA
273 reviews
January 28, 2023
Exciting and Chilling

New author for me. I enjoyed the attention to detail without bogging down the flow. Strong characters and a very intense plot and sub plots. Loved it!
16 reviews2 followers
August 4, 2022
Yep

This was my kind of book. Loved it to the end. Gripping story. A few errors here and there, but nothing to detract from the story itself. Comparable to the great authors around. Thanks Vanessa Chapman
248 reviews3 followers
January 25, 2023
Coyote’s Revenge

Vanetta Chapman is an A+ suspense writer. Her stories are fascinating and “unputdownable,” with a great touch of humor. Of course, there’s romance too! This story has a lot of depth to it and is a reminder that there are good people working to protect our nation.
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941 reviews9 followers
August 3, 2022
Unnamed Spy

Aiden was a carefree rich playboy to the outside world. He didn't even tell his family why he'd suddenly disappear. Madison couldn't remember the flight from Texas but she was in Salt Lake so she must have made it, right?
Profile Image for Debbie.
489 reviews9 followers
June 1, 2023
This was my first book by this author. I have the second book in this series to start on now. I enjoyed this book. I will admit it had too much romance for me, but I did like the suspense. But if you are a romance suspense fan, you’ll definitely enjoy this swoon worthy romance. There were some surprises also!

This is a clean romance/suspense novel. There’s no bad language, no sex. There is some violence, of course. But nothing gruesome.
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554 reviews2 followers
June 3, 2023
Suspenseful, couldn't stop reading this!

Good page turner on this suspenseful read that I finished in less than a day. Good characters and drama that kept the pages turning. Just hope there aren't any terrorists in the USA like there was in the storyline. Makes you wonder...
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