By secretly investigating the New York City K-9 Command Unit chief’s murder, reporter Rachelle Clark puts a bull’s-eye on her back. Single dad and K-9 unit officer Carter Jameson thought Rachelle was reporting on police-field-dog trials—not his brother’s death. Though he’s not happy about her true purpose, the danger is real…and he and his trusty German shepherd must save her.
New York Times bestselling author Terri Reed’s romance and romantic suspense novels have appeared on Publishers Weekly top 10 Romance Mass Market Paperback and Publishers Weekly top 10 Religion Fiction, Nielsen’s Bookscan top 50, Amazon #1 Bestseller, featured in USA Today and a Fresh Pick at FreshFiction.com. Her 2016 novel, A Family Under the Christmas Tree, was adapted into the Hallmark movie and retitled Picture a Perfect Christmas. She resides in the Pacific Northwest with her college-sweetheart husband and when not writing, she enjoys agility with her Australian shepherd. For updates about Terri and her books sign up for her newsletter https://bit.ly/3Ihz48q Be sure to follow Terri on BookBub for updates on her new releases https://www.bookbub.com/authors/terri...
Intrepid NYC reporter Rachelle Clark is secretly investigating the murder of the New York City K-9 Command Unit chief, Jordan Jameson. When danger comes Rachelle’s way, K-9 Unit Officer Carter Jameson (Jordan’s brother) ends up being her protector, along with his canine partner Frosty. This was another wonderful entry into the True Blue K-9 Unit continuing series. I really liked Rachelle. She was a brave and strong heroine and really showed that she could take care of herself. Carter was a great hero. He was a single father with an adorable daughter, Ellie. I enjoyed The Jameson family who are all into law enforcement, and the way that they are always there for each other. Frosty was an absolutely wonderful partner to Carter. Not only was Frosty adorable, but he was fantastic at his job. The story had a good mix of suspense and romance. And once again, New York City provided an excellent backdrop to another entertaining K-9 Unit story.
Arrrooooo! I might just have a super crush on Frosty, K-9 extraordinaire. And what a perfect name for a white German Shepherd! This guy is a multi-talented super star on the job and caring canine babysitter in his spare time. :-) That's my kind of hero!
Of course, his two-legged partner is pretty fine too. Carter's a dedicated single dad in police family royalty. I get a bit of a Bluebloods vibe from this series with the Jameson's being a multi-generational policing family. Love the way the brothers pull together and support each other -- especially the way they've helped Carter raise his motherless daughter. Young Ellie is a charmer and she has her daddy and her uncles wrapped around her little finger. There's something sooooo heartstopping about a tough protector type sitting down to a tea party, don't you think? Blissful sigh.
You'll have to forgive Carter for being a bit grouchy -- he isn't fond of reporters. Not after the sideshow they've made of his family after his brother's murder. But Rachelle is supposed to be reporting on the police-field-dog trials (which Officer Frosty excels at, of course!) only she's also been doing her own investigation into the chief's murder which infuriates Carter...and also an unknown criminal who seems to want her dead. And that's this dynamic policing duo's cue to stick close and protect.
This is the stuff page-turning dreams are made of! A real edge-of-your-seater suspense. Tons of gasp-out-loud moments as the danger escalates. And trying to figure out the whys and where-fors of the crimes and whether they are closing in on a ruthless killer...phew...the springs in my armchair sleuth's cushions got a real workout! And then there's the tentative romance that is wrong for so many reasons but also incredibly right for so many more. If only Carter and Rachelle can figure that out in time.
A breath-snatching romantic suspense fueled by action and angst.This sixth True Blue K-9 Unit novel can be enjoyed as a standalone, but readers familiar with the series will appreciate an added depth to the characters and the New York City setting. Not to mention the intricacies of K-9 policing!
I enjoyed this book. Really good series. My one complaint about these books in general is how quickly they get engaged. They don't even date, just confess feelings and get engaged. In this one, she said we have to get to know each other so let's not marry for a MONTH or two. Why the rush, Harlequin?
A fun, quick read. The one negative was there were a total of EIGHT, yes eight attempts to kill the protagonist. Would I say that was "overkill"? Yes, pun intended.
"Seeking the Truth" is a Christian romantic suspense. It's the fifth book in a series but works as a stand alone novel. The main characters were likable and reacted realistically to events. I understood why they were acting the way they did. I just didn't think Rachelle and Carter were a good match. Rachelle longed for affection and to belong to a family that really wanted her. She quickly made friends with Carter's family even to the point of undermining him to gain their affection. For example, she knew that he didn't want his young daughter to have cotton candy, but she promised the girl that she'll buy some and share it with the girl.
Carter's still grieving the sudden death of his wife in childbirth and not willing to risk losing someone like that again. Rachelle seeks out danger, not wanting to play it safe and thrilled by what a good news story it'll make. For example, Carter said they could check up on a boat name by calling someone while staying safe in the office. Rachelle wanted to go look for the boat on location. She implied she'd stay in the car, so they go, but then she jumped out (and into danger) when they got there. She criticized Carter for having a dangerous job while being a single parent, but she kept doing things that put them both in danger!
It's not that I didn't like her, I just didn't like how she treated Carter. His attitude toward her changed after seeing her dressed up pretty, and he made it clear that he was mostly attracted to her physically. His family pushed him to move on from his grief and fear to marry this girl that he cared for and they liked. But he deserved someone who cared more about him than what she could get from being married to him. The suspense came from the physical danger to Rachelle and later to Carter as he tried to protect her. There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I'd recommend this exciting novel.
A reporter. A K-9 Officer and his dog. And, a whole lot of family and love to go around! That's what this book is all about...
Also, let me just say that I was quite surprised to find that I read TWO books in a row where a woman was shoved in front of an oncoming train! That was crazy!
So, let me say that Rachelle, the reporter, is a bit much in the beginning... but somehow, she just seems to grow on you. And once she does, well, you just can't let go...
And Carter and his family and the K-9 dog, Frosty, well... they are all just too good to be true!
So when Rachelle starts investigating the murder of Carter's older brother, also a K-9 Police Officer (Chief) and then starts getting threatened... well, a whole big can of worms (and whoop) are opened up! Plus, the whole thing takes place in NY with Brooklyn and Queens being the stomping grounds... pretty much my whole life growing up! So, these were all pluses in my book!
And the whole book was sweet, kind, a bit rattling, but overall just wonderful with a lil bit of old fashioned praying involved.
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4 bold, bright, tail-wagging, good-boy stars for me!
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Seeking the Truth True Blue K-9 Unit #5 By Terri Reed
Rachelle Clark is determined to be more than a fluff-piece reporter and the only way she sees able to do that is to secretly work on her own investigation into the murder of Jordan Jameson. When she gets the assignment to cover the local K-9 unit's participation in the upcoming national police dog field trials and certification competition she views this as the perfect chance to interview Officer Carter Jameson. Just one problem with her plan - Carter Jameson and the Jameson family have anything but warm fuzzy feelings towards reporters.
Carter Jameson has better things to do than deal with yet another reporter out to make a name over his brother's murder. But when Rachelle's safety and life are in danger he knows that he has to do whatever it takes to keep her safe. Now he just has to keep his heart safe because falling in love is not an option. As the danger increases it appears that Rachelle's investigation into Jordan's death has placed her right in the crosshairs of a killer.
This is the fifth book in the True Blue K-9 Unit series. Each book can be read as a standalone though there is a series arc that ties all the books together. The series arc is the murder and subsequent search for who and why. If you like clean-reading suspense with a touch of romance you will enjoy this book and series that features New York's finest four-legged officers. So sit back and get ready to spend a few hours in New York with a top K-9 unit.
Rachelle Clark has been working on an investigation of her own. As a journalist with a local paper, she definitely has plenty to write about. Driven by ambition, she is bent on discovering who murdered former police chief Jordan Jameson. This becomes her primary focus and just might prove fatal for Rachelle, as she finds herself in the crosshairs of the killer. Threats and danger have come far too close for comfort.
K-9 officer Carter Jameson isn’t happy about Rachelle interfering in what he feels is the police’s job of continuing the investigation into his brother’s murder. He wants her to leave it to the police. Instead, Carter and his K-9 partner Frosty do their best to keep Rachelle safe.
What a lovely story. Carter is a single father to a delightful little girl, and the rest of the loving Jameson family adds a real emotional edge to this wonderful book. This heartwarming fifth installment in the True Blue K-9 series offers more than suspense. Tanya Eby’s captivating narration brings this beautiful story of faith, family, and love to life.
Many thanks to HarperCollins and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.
We are back in NYC with another clean , suspense romance series about the NYC True Blue K-9 unit and the Jameson family . A family still mourning the murder of the oldest sibling and still searching for the killer. This time, the story belongs to widower K-9 unit officer Carter Jameson, and journalist Rachelle Clark. Rachelle wants to be assigned to more than “fluff” stories and to prove her validity, is determined to investigate the murder of the former leader of the K-9 unit, Jordan Jameson. When Carter and Rachelle meet the clash between them also ignites sparks . Even though Carter doesn’t trust her, and Rachelle will not be stopped . But someone seems determined to eliminate Rachelle. It appears that whoever murdered Jordan , believes that Rachelle is getting too close for comfort. The story was action packed, and the plot engaging. The characters were well developed. Bringing the story to life was narrator Tanya Eby. I was entrusted a copy of this book by Netgalley , Harlequin Audio and Harper Collins. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
This is an excellent installment in the True Blue K-9 Unit series. There is plenty of suspense in this one and I instantly fell in love with Frosty the German Shepherd.
The action is constant and we are instantly pulled into Carter and Rachelle's story. It was such fun trying to solve the case along with them and being a spectator to their budding romance. This story is an excellent example of everything a K-9 romantic suspense novel should be.
Even though it is part of a series, it can stand alone. If you want to get the whole experience, it is even better read in order since this reminds me a lot of the Bluebloods family. To love one member of the family is to want to see them all get their happily ever after.
The family aspect, the suspense and the loveable Frosty made for a 5 star read for me. I would highly recommend the series and any work by this author.
I listened to the audio version of this one and it really brought the story to life and did justice to the heavy suspense in this story.
I love reading the K9 stories! It amazes me all that the K9 officers can do and the bonds they have with their handlers.
The story of Carter and Rachelle is full of twists and turns and events that would leave a lesser person down. But nothing stops Rachelle from getting her story. She is determined to come out on top and as a reporter she is always on the trail. But has Rachelle followed a wrong lead that will be the end of her? She has a huge target in her back and they will stop at nothing to end her.
Carter and his partner Frosty and a team that’s agile, alert, and in sync with one another. Are they the best team to be body guards to a nosey reporter? Can they catch whoever is after Rachelle before it’s to late? Will Carter be able to open his heart to love again? He hates the things that he is feeling for Rachelle. He can’t have a relationship with her because his heart is closed. Can she change his mind?
Carter is a single dad with a young daughter and his trusty partner Frosty. Rachelle is reporter, hoping to become an investigative reporter. She has been looking into the death of Carter's older brother. I enjoyed the depth of the characters, the issues they dealt with alone and together. We were wrapped in the Jameson family love and faith as danger kept nipping at the heals. True Blue K9 continues. Each book has its own plot, its own couple, but there is an underlying plot thread weaved through the series. The narrator was pleasant and I enjoyed hearing some southern accent. I am looking for to the subsequent stories in this series. I am grateful for the advance audio, and I freely share my honest thoughts and opinions. #SeekingtheTruth #TrueBlueK9 #TerriReed #LoveINspiredSuspense #HarlequinAudio #HarperCollins #NetGalley
Rachelle Clark is a journalist on a mission to get an investigative piece published in the paper where she works. Her desire collides with Carter Jameson and his k-9 Frosty. Carter and his family has lost a brother to murder. Rachelle wants to find the murderer, and she has found something that has put a bullseye on her back. This was a well paced romantic suspense story. Both Rachelle and Carter had past hurts that influenced their personal interactions. Carter is determined to keep Rachelle safe, only she doesn’t make it easy. The suspense keeps the story flowing from one dangerous moment to another. I enjoyed listening to this book, the narrator did a good job. Thanks to Netgalley and Harlequin Audio for the opportunity to listen to a pre-release copy of the audiobook.
When reporter Rachelle Clark starts digging into the K-9 Command Officer's death, his brother, single-father Carter Jameson isn't happy, but he steps up to help her after her investigation makes her a target.
A fast-paced suspense, set on the streets of New York City. There's a lot going on, keeping Rachelle and Carter on their toes. Carter's daughter is so cute, and I loved how supportive and encouraging his family is. Plenty of twists and turns, with strong themes of faith and family.
A great addition to the series, with great characters and great relationship building interaction. Frosty was clever and caring dog. I'm excited to read more in the series.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Thank you Harlequin for allowing me to read and review Seeking the Truth on NetGalley.
Published: 07/21/26
Narrator: Tanya Eby
Stars: 3
This is number five in the True Blue K9 Unit series, my first but not last. I enjoyed the pacing of the story, and the story itself. The K9 aspect is what piqued my interest in the book. After picking it up I saw it was part of a series. I didn't feel as if I was missing anything by not reading the previous four books. I I had to use my imagination on the romance, surprised by how quickly love progresses even for a Christian romance. I liked the characters and look forward to exploring the rest of the series.
I am really loving the True Blue series. Love the Jameson family. Carter feels he has lost his one true love, and he is not about to open his heart up to another, especially a reporter. Rachelle is tired of doing fluff pieces, she want to do some real reporting. So she started looking into the murder of Jordan Jameson, Carter's brother. That is when the action starts, there is attempted murder multiple times, kidnapping, threat to Carter's daughter. If you love mystery and suspense this is for you.
I really like the True Blue K-9 series. I like books with a real story, nice people, as a change of pace from H&H (hot & horny) characters.
The only thing I would say is, I wish there were more than the bad guys chasing and trying to kill the heroine in each book. Because she knows something or has seen something, the rest of the book turns on them trying to hunt her down and kill her. The hero and his dog rescues her. I know it is the ultimate in danger, but a little variety of plot would be nice.
3.5 rating. I loved Carter Jameson’s story. He is a single father who has built walls around his heart and emotions after his wife died while giving birth to his daughter, Ellie. Carter and his family distrust reporters ever since Jordan Jameson’s murder. Rachelle Clark, reporter for NYC Weekly, has become Carter’s responsibility after he witnessed an attempt on her life. She tells Carter that she has been investigating Jordan’s murder and offers to share all her research with the K-9 Unit. Carter is given the task of keeping Rachelle safe while following the leads.
Seeking the Truth by Terri Reed is book 5 in the True Blue K-9 unit series. Narration done by one of my favorites, Tanya Eby…always excellent. Still trying to uncover who killed the unit Chief from the first book is reporter Rochelle who decides to look into it on her own since it is still unsolved. Makes her the killers next target and has Carter protecting her. Definitely a must read romantic suspense. Looking forward to the next book . Thank you to #NetGalley and #Harlequin Audio for this Arc. Releases July 21, 2026
This story features a reporter Rachelle, that is tired of writing fluff pieces for her newspaper. So she secretly starts to investigate the murder of Captain Jameson. Unfortunately, this puts her in danger when she starts getting too close to the truth. Carter Jameson, along with his K9 parter, Frost, is assigned to protect her. Together, they seek to uncover the truth. This story was terrific, lots of suspense, a few twists and turns, and a little romance thrown in. Highly recommend.
The plot thickens!!!!! This is an amazing series. I'm really enjoying the intrigue and mystery. I look forward to each new book with more mystery and intrique winding down to the truth about Jordy's murder. I'm so glad that this installment ended on a happy note and I look forward to reading more about Rachelle, Carter and Ellie in the next installment of this wonderful series. The dogs are a delight to read about, especially Frosty and the puppies!!!!!
This book was a good continuation of the series. Lots of suspense.
It could have used a bit more romance. The physical attraction was there but there wasn't more of anything else, which I get can be hard to do in suspense situations. The daughter taking to her instantly was a bit far fetched for me. It also had one of my least favorite things to read about - widower who's first marriage was a love match.
Brianne is a rookie K-9 officer assigned to work with seasoned K-9 officer Gavin. While as a July 4th celebration they detect a bomb. The book was good with a good story line. I would have enjoyed it more except for the narrator. It seemed she portrayed Brianne as whinny and a little short tempered. In spots the narrator seemed rushed.
I received this audio book by Love Inspired Suspense via Net/Galley for an honest review. I was not compensated in any way.
I couldnt get to liking the lead female in this one. Family randomly trying to play match maker yet not knowing her. Also came off wrong to then attempt to change personality back and forth just made the character feel inappropriate for a single father.
A Reporter is Targetted for Murder This book is the sixth in a series that would be best enjoyed by reading in order. In this book, an investigative reporter has caught the eye of a bad guy who wants her dead. The series revolves around the K-9s and their handlers of the NYPD. The story has a sweet romance in the background and is faith-filled. It is a wonderful series that I highly enjoyed.
Seeking the Truth: Faith in the Face of Crime by Terri Reed is another action filled story of the True Blue K-9 Unit. I love this series and enjoyed reading about Rachelle and Carter, along with Ellie, Frosty and the rest of the family letting go of the past and looking forward with God's help.
I’ve decided it’s not right for me to keep rating these books as they weren’t written for me. It’s unclear to me why getting married so quickly is superior to sex before marriage but to each their own. Shame the series works in such an orchestrated fashion that I just have to keep reading. Rachelle is gutsy and Carter is at times a fool but Ellie and Frosty fill the void.
4 stelle e mezza Altra bella entrata di questa serie. So già che bisognerà aspettare l'ultimo libro per scoprire chi ha ucciso il maggiore dei fratelli Jameson, ma stavolta davvero speravo che ritrovassero il suo cane! Che è poi l'altro mistero che unisce tutti i volumi: che fine ha fatto?
This series with all the different authors is wonderful. I’ve read a lot of them. I’m impressed with the quality of the writing. Each hero and heroine is so believable.