Commando Christmas

The Arsenal #4.5

by Cara Carnes

Genres: Novella

ebook

First published August 18, 2019

About the author

Born in small-town Texas, Cara Carnes was a princess, a pirate, fashion model, actress, rock star and Jon Bon Jovi’s wife all before the age of 13.

In reality, her fascination for enthralling worlds took seed somewhere amidst a somewhat dull day job and a wonderful life filled with family and friends. When she’s not cemented to her chair, Cara loves travelling, photography and reading.

More information about Cara can be found at www.caracarnes.com.

Reviews

[CarolKat · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book covers the span between Zero Trace and Battle Scars. It's a delightful free read. As the crew prepares for Thanksgiving and Mama Mason's homecoming, everyone has a job to do. Bree had assigned Kamren to get the turkeys to feed the gang.

Thanksgiving is a success and there are many little things that tie up loose ends as Christmas approaches. Doubts about motherhood for Mary and Vi, meeting Gage's family for Zoey, and so much more.

I am really looking forward to the next book in this series!

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

First christmas for the boys, TJ and Dj, they are so sweet and deserve all good things for them. The Masons are worried about their momma and the guy that's interested in her. They are very protective. Jesse and Ellie are another matter. He's been thru hell from the war and their story is next.

[Patricia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love these "extra" novellas.
In a series this big it's nice to have some of the "in betweens" that really keep the story alive and give more insight into the characters over time.

[Annemieke Westerbeek · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love these extra’s it make some decisions that have been taken more clear.
And I love to read more of the background and what is happening at home.

[Pet · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m thinking Jesse and Ellie‘s book is going to be heart breaking,

[Melenia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read

[Imogen Dior · Rating 5 out of 5]

I adore everything by Cara Carnes, the short stories in between are a great treat that always gives you more of a look at the end of the last book and then introduces the next book.

[Peni · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved the short chapter scenes. I certainly hope the threads continue in the next story.

[Annie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thanksgiving and Christmas with the Arsenal
A great slice of life short story set at Thanksgiving and Christmas. Bree is organizing Thanksgiving. Kam is assigned to gets the turkey's for Thanksgiving. Which brings good memories of their father to the Mason men.
Kristof shows to make amends. Zoey and Addy's team are ready to tear apart. He brings information on some powerful men for the Arsenal to bring down.
Vi and Jud worry about being parents. Jud's mom and dad reassure they will be there.
Zoey meets Gage's mom and sisters and they are happy because Gage is happy.
TJ and DJ are learning about Santa.
Elle is quietly providing support. Baking pies and holiday treats for the operative's and those in the Warriors Path program. No one should be forgotten. Keeping mama Mason on the path of recover.
Offering support and encouragement to the women of the Arsenal who took her in, even though the four oldest Mason brothers tried to freeze her out.
Provides a little closure form Zero Trace and a little introduction to Battle Scares.

[Sharon Grow · Rating 4 out of 5]

I had not read any of the “The Arsenal” books, but after this introduction to the series, I plan to. It was Thanksgiving and Christmas time for the Arsenal families and they were celebrating the recent safe recovery of several of their members as well as Rebecca “Momma” Mason. Momma had been severely injured in a car accident and everyone was thankful for her continued recovery. Even though I had not read the previous books, Ms. Carnes provided enough back story about the various characters and what they had been through to not only keep me involved as well as make me want to read their full stories. Ms. Carnes female characters were women who learned to defend themselves and not rely on someone else to save them and men who are strong and have found their special “one”. I enjoyed this brief look at “The Arsenal” and I always enjoy finding a new author’s work to read. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation from the author. (by paytonpuppy)

[Ginny Pearson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everyone is getting ready for the holidays. They want this year to be special. Momma Mason is healing from the accident. They also found out the boys have no idea who Santa is.
Ellie has made jelly and cookies for everyone. Jesse is not happy. Will he ever let the past go and let his feelings take over?