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Rescuing Their Date
He doesn’t want a K9 partner or a know-it-all teacher in his life.
It’s not easy being burned by women. Clayton’s finally accepted that he’s doomed to the single life. That’s okay, because he thinks being a police officer is enough to make him happy, but when he ends up being forced into a new partnership at work and to spend time with a spunky school teacher with a mind of her own and no filter, he wonders if he’s been wrong this whole time. Not only does he need a partner, but the right woman might have been in front of him the whole time but he just didn’t see it.
Always a bridesmaid and never a bride. Lacey Montclair hides her disappointment of never finding Mr. Right behind a facade of enjoying serial dating. She has a long list of what she wants in the perfect guy, and Clayton West doesn’t match any of it. So, when she’s forced to be around him due to her best friend getting married, she can’t understand why she’s attracted to him against her will. Could it be the soft side she suddenly sees when he’s around his new K9 partner?
You'll love this suspenseful romance from award-winning and bestselling author, Jenna Brandt, because everyone loves to see a struggling hero find his way to a happily ever after.
Get this full-length small town K9 handler, ex-troublemaker, family drama novel now.
★★★★★Fall in love with a small Texas town filled with heroes willing to put their lives on the line for others. Brothers wearing the same badge, cousins fighting the same fire, paramedics saving citizens, all while trying to find their way to the perfect soulmate.★★★★★
It’s not easy being burned by women. Clayton’s finally accepted that he’s doomed to the single life. That’s okay, because he thinks being a police officer is enough to make him happy, but when he ends up being forced into a new partnership at work and to spend time with a spunky school teacher with a mind of her own and no filter, he wonders if he’s been wrong this whole time. Not only does he need a partner, but the right woman might have been in front of him the whole time but he just didn’t see it.
Always a bridesmaid and never a bride. Lacey Montclair hides her disappointment of never finding Mr. Right behind a facade of enjoying serial dating. She has a long list of what she wants in the perfect guy, and Clayton West doesn’t match any of it. So, when she’s forced to be around him due to her best friend getting married, she can’t understand why she’s attracted to him against her will. Could it be the soft side she suddenly sees when he’s around his new K9 partner?
You'll love this suspenseful romance from award-winning and bestselling author, Jenna Brandt, because everyone loves to see a struggling hero find his way to a happily ever after.
Get this full-length small town K9 handler, ex-troublemaker, family drama novel now.
★★★★★Fall in love with a small Texas town filled with heroes willing to put their lives on the line for others. Brothers wearing the same badge, cousins fighting the same fire, paramedics saving citizens, all while trying to find their way to the perfect soulmate.★★★★★
262 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 24, 2023
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About the author
Jenna Brandt
137 books624 followersJenna Brandt is an international bestselling and award-winning author who writes historical and contemporary romance. Her historical books span from Victorian to Western eras and all her books have elements of romance, suspense and faith. She has her own best-selling historical series, Window to the Heart Saga and Civil War Brides, as well as contemporary series, Billionaires of Manhattan and Second Chance Islands. Additionally, she has created two best-selling multi-author series, The Lawkeepers and Disaster City Search and Rescue based off the life of her husband in law enforcement as well as Border Brides and Playing for Keeps. Both of her books, Waiting on the Billionaire and Lawfully Treasured, were voted into the Top 50 Indie Books of 2018 on Readfreely.com.
She has been an avid reader since she could hold a book and started writing stories almost as early. She has been published in several newspapers as well as edited for multiple papers. She graduated with her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Bethany College and was the Editor-in-Chief of the newspaper while there. Her first blog was published on The Mighty website, Yahoo Parenting and The Grief Toolbox as well as featured on the ABC News, CNN Health, and Good Morning America websites. She’s also a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) association.
Writing is her passion, but Jenna also enjoys date nights with her hubby, cooking from scratch, watching movies on Netflix, reading books by her author friends, and engaging in social media with her readers. Jenna’s three young daughters keep her busy with Girl Scout activities, going to the mall, and playing at the park where they live in the Central Valley of California. Jenna summers on the Golden Central Coast where she finds endless inspiration for her romance books. She is also active in her local church where she volunteers on their first impressions team.
She has been an avid reader since she could hold a book and started writing stories almost as early. She has been published in several newspapers as well as edited for multiple papers. She graduated with her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Bethany College and was the Editor-in-Chief of the newspaper while there. Her first blog was published on The Mighty website, Yahoo Parenting and The Grief Toolbox as well as featured on the ABC News, CNN Health, and Good Morning America websites. She’s also a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) association.
Writing is her passion, but Jenna also enjoys date nights with her hubby, cooking from scratch, watching movies on Netflix, reading books by her author friends, and engaging in social media with her readers. Jenna’s three young daughters keep her busy with Girl Scout activities, going to the mall, and playing at the park where they live in the Central Valley of California. Jenna summers on the Golden Central Coast where she finds endless inspiration for her romance books. She is also active in her local church where she volunteers on their first impressions team.
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February 2, 2023
Weathering the storms together is what love is about
Wow, we get a whole new Clayton here and he is much improved, he no longer drinks, nor is he condescending and aggressive. He is however man enough to defend Lacey and rescue her from the disastrous and almost stalkerish dates she finds herself on.
There may be a number of misunderstandings and false starts to their relationship but Clayton and Lacey finally take a chance and fall in love.
A sweet read on Kindle Unlimited.
Wow, we get a whole new Clayton here and he is much improved, he no longer drinks, nor is he condescending and aggressive. He is however man enough to defend Lacey and rescue her from the disastrous and almost stalkerish dates she finds herself on.
There may be a number of misunderstandings and false starts to their relationship but Clayton and Lacey finally take a chance and fall in love.
A sweet read on Kindle Unlimited.
January 25, 2023
This series is basically about the West family. They head the police department, the local hospital, the city management, and have a hand in the fire department. This is Clayton’s story.
Clayton is a policeman, working under his father, the Chief of Police. Clayton has a reputation as being a player, a bully, and a heavy drinker. He has recently given up alcohol and cleaned up his life. Lacey has been a frequent dater, looking for Mr. Right. Lacey and Clayton don’t really like each other because of their reputations. However, they have been teamed up as best man and maid of honor for Clayton’s brother’s wedding. The bride happens to be Lacey’s best friend. As they are thrown together through various wedding planning activities, they learn to respect and even like each other. Clayton has matured considerably since the beginning of this series. Once despising his half-brother Sean and not willing to have any contact with him, they become friends as Clayton learns how to be a K-9 handler from Sean.
Jenna Brandt’s books portray different levels of spiritual content. This one had very little. I, personally, prefer more Christian concepts, attitudes, and actions.
I received a copy of this book from the author. My review is voluntary and unbiased.
Clayton is a policeman, working under his father, the Chief of Police. Clayton has a reputation as being a player, a bully, and a heavy drinker. He has recently given up alcohol and cleaned up his life. Lacey has been a frequent dater, looking for Mr. Right. Lacey and Clayton don’t really like each other because of their reputations. However, they have been teamed up as best man and maid of honor for Clayton’s brother’s wedding. The bride happens to be Lacey’s best friend. As they are thrown together through various wedding planning activities, they learn to respect and even like each other. Clayton has matured considerably since the beginning of this series. Once despising his half-brother Sean and not willing to have any contact with him, they become friends as Clayton learns how to be a K-9 handler from Sean.
Jenna Brandt’s books portray different levels of spiritual content. This one had very little. I, personally, prefer more Christian concepts, attitudes, and actions.
I received a copy of this book from the author. My review is voluntary and unbiased.
January 23, 2023
I've read all the books in their series and enjoyed all the characters. Clayton has been in all of them and has been a very big jerk. I couldn't imagine him being nice enough to have his own romance story! However, the author did a very nice job of redeeming him! It started in the previous book where he began to "come to himself" and realize that he needed to make some changes in his life, beginning with abstaining from alcohol! In this book, he continues to make more changes and I loved the life lesson here - you CAN make changes in yourself and become a better person. He's tried dating various women in their small town so it's hard to make a fresh start in that direction! He's pretty much decided that he might not find someone to date. However, when he has to spend time with Lacey planning the couples wedding shower for his brother and her best friend, he can't understand why he's attracted to her! The same goes for Lacey! Plus, Clayton gets a new assignment at work being a K9 officer. I enjoyed this light romance plus a mystery to solve book!
February 12, 2023
Disjointed Read
I’ve generally enjoyed the DCSR series and all of Jenna Brandt’s books, but this relationship story is disjointed. It moves forward and then stops and then goes forward some more only to stop again. Some challenges within a relationship makes for a good story generally, but in this case the reasons they stop are insufficient and distracting or largely ignored when it’s meaningful. A list made in junior high school for the “perfect” partner and previously dating others in a small town stopped the relationship, but being an alcoholic in recovery or a policeman with a dangerous job than causes a threat to individuals is ignored and not even discussed with in the relationship. Crazy.
Still love learning about DCSR training, but this policeman who’s never worked with a dog before being assigned a difficult dog decides to go be a trainer instead of becoming the police chief in his town like his father wants. And then he’s assigned to be trained. This book is as afterthought and didn’t get the attention it needed to earn more than three stars.
I’ve generally enjoyed the DCSR series and all of Jenna Brandt’s books, but this relationship story is disjointed. It moves forward and then stops and then goes forward some more only to stop again. Some challenges within a relationship makes for a good story generally, but in this case the reasons they stop are insufficient and distracting or largely ignored when it’s meaningful. A list made in junior high school for the “perfect” partner and previously dating others in a small town stopped the relationship, but being an alcoholic in recovery or a policeman with a dangerous job than causes a threat to individuals is ignored and not even discussed with in the relationship. Crazy.
Still love learning about DCSR training, but this policeman who’s never worked with a dog before being assigned a difficult dog decides to go be a trainer instead of becoming the police chief in his town like his father wants. And then he’s assigned to be trained. This book is as afterthought and didn’t get the attention it needed to earn more than three stars.
January 25, 2023
Rescuing Their Date
Full disclosure,,, After reading the previous books in this series, I had a strong dislike for the character of Clayton. That being said; he redeemed himself in this book. Clayton has cleaned himself up and become a lot less of a jerk. He is assigned a canine partner in order to help him solve a drug problem that has been uncovered. He is also Noah’s best man in the coming up wedding. Lacey is Aubrey’s maid of honor. She is also tired of the dating game and not finding the guy of her dreams. She has grown up seeing how Clayton has behaved through the years and fully believes he is not her type. Will working together on this wedding bring them to a new understanding of each other? The book is enjoyable with a bit of romance and a little mystery included.
Full disclosure,,, After reading the previous books in this series, I had a strong dislike for the character of Clayton. That being said; he redeemed himself in this book. Clayton has cleaned himself up and become a lot less of a jerk. He is assigned a canine partner in order to help him solve a drug problem that has been uncovered. He is also Noah’s best man in the coming up wedding. Lacey is Aubrey’s maid of honor. She is also tired of the dating game and not finding the guy of her dreams. She has grown up seeing how Clayton has behaved through the years and fully believes he is not her type. Will working together on this wedding bring them to a new understanding of each other? The book is enjoyable with a bit of romance and a little mystery included.
January 24, 2023
A true family.
Clayton is a man who trying to be a better person many people of the town cannot let the past die but it is not going to stop him. Lacey is a lady who really is a sweetheart and great teacher but cannot find that one right person to love. You will meet the villain of the tale pretty much in the first part of the book you will not know how bad that person is until later. It is a good story seeing how Clayton and Lacey find each other plus there is action and danger just to keep you engaged in the story not that you will need it. What really was nice was how a family came together maybe a bit disappointed with Clayton decision but still the unit was rock solid. I did receive a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
Clayton is a man who trying to be a better person many people of the town cannot let the past die but it is not going to stop him. Lacey is a lady who really is a sweetheart and great teacher but cannot find that one right person to love. You will meet the villain of the tale pretty much in the first part of the book you will not know how bad that person is until later. It is a good story seeing how Clayton and Lacey find each other plus there is action and danger just to keep you engaged in the story not that you will need it. What really was nice was how a family came together maybe a bit disappointed with Clayton decision but still the unit was rock solid. I did receive a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
January 20, 2023
Fun story
This is my voluntary review of a copy I received from the author.
This story depends a lot of having read the previous ones in the series. Clayton was unlikable at first. In the last book he was noticeably less so. He's actually nice in this one. Other people have noticed, although some still hold his past against him.
I loved watching the relationship between Clayton and Lacey grow. They don't want to like each other. That is one of my favorite tropes.
Of course, this is a first responder story, so we see some action as a mystery is solve. It was all well done and a nice way to spend the evening.
This is my voluntary review of a copy I received from the author.
This story depends a lot of having read the previous ones in the series. Clayton was unlikable at first. In the last book he was noticeably less so. He's actually nice in this one. Other people have noticed, although some still hold his past against him.
I loved watching the relationship between Clayton and Lacey grow. They don't want to like each other. That is one of my favorite tropes.
Of course, this is a first responder story, so we see some action as a mystery is solve. It was all well done and a nice way to spend the evening.
January 21, 2023
I loved reading Clayton’s story. If you have read any of the other novels involving the West family, you know all about Clayton and his attitude. He is quick to pick a fight, loathes his half brother Sean and is far from having a series relationship. By giving up alcohol, he has become a changed man and everyone can tell. He id able to see Sean in a new light as well as has the desire to have a series relationship. Now he just has to prove to Lacey he really is a changed man. This was a great read full of love, mystery, and forgiveness.
*I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
*I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
December 3, 2025
I was looking forward to Clayton story after reading "Arresting Her Heart". I did enjoy this story. It is well written and keeps ones interest. For me though I felt it didn't go deep enough. I wanted deeper emotions. I also read this out of order and the drinking issue for Clayton seemed out of the blue. I've listened to both books 1 and 2 now in this series and still haven't had another mention of the drinking issue. Perhaps it is in 3 and 4 I'm not sure. Either way, this series has characters that the reader can feel invested in and there is humor mixed in with the tension of the story.
July 28, 2023
This story was so beautiful. Clayton was such a wonderful character. He was a very determined, hard-working young man who wanted nothing more than to prove himself to his community.
Lacey was a lovely character to read, too. She came across as quite shy, but on the other hand, she was a hard-working, loyal person. Also, she was very feisty.
She was wonderful at her job, and she complimented Claytons job role and his character too.
I would highly recommend this book.
Lacey was a lovely character to read, too. She came across as quite shy, but on the other hand, she was a hard-working, loyal person. Also, she was very feisty.
She was wonderful at her job, and she complimented Claytons job role and his character too.
I would highly recommend this book.
January 20, 2023
Light, sweet romance and mystery. Big family issues. It is nice to be familiar with the group from previous books in the series, but not necessary. The couple and their problems stand on their own. The story centers around a wedding (not theirs!). A dog adds a little action to the tale. Thanks to the author for providing a copy. My review is voluntary.
January 22, 2023
I loved reading Lacey and Clayton's story. It's a clean inspirational romance that has just enough family drama and suspense to keep you turning the pages. I loved how Clayton turned his life around with the help of God. I loved k-9 Caliber! Him and Clayton made a great team. I highly recommend this book and the entire series.
January 24, 2023
Great Series
I'm really enjoying this series and all the characters. I loved Clayton and Lacey's story. Neither is sure of what they want. They are thrown together to plan a bridal shower and sparks fly. A really good read that I read straight through. I look forward to more books in the series.
I'm really enjoying this series and all the characters. I loved Clayton and Lacey's story. Neither is sure of what they want. They are thrown together to plan a bridal shower and sparks fly. A really good read that I read straight through. I look forward to more books in the series.
January 25, 2023
Rescuing their date is a clean, heartwarming, inspirational romance with the mystery of the drugs in town. I wondered how Ms. Brandt would redeem Clayton - he was such a jerk for so many books. God and Ms. Brandt (with a little help from Caliber) did such an amazing job that it is no wonder Lacey falls in love with him! I thoroughly enjoyed this well written book.
January 26, 2023
Absolutely love all the First Responders books. Great story proving that people really can change with the help of God. Clayton redeemed himself and turned out to be a great guy. The mystery kept me guessing what would happen next and who the bad guy actually turned out being was a shock. Keep up the good work. You're an amazing author.
January 29, 2023
It’s not easy to be a West. Jenna Brandt has given us a series with interesting plots, outstanding characters, humor and twists and turns. Lacey and Clayton both have misconceptions of what the other is like. Their past dating history has given each a distorted view. Working together for a wedding is just what the two need. Clayton has other worries besides Lacey, he has had a hard time accepting his half brother into the family, but wanting to be successful as a K-9 officer has him seeking Zane’s help. I love how this family can fight among themselves but close rank when needed.
February 13, 2023
As best man for his brother, Clayton had to try and get along with the maid of honor. Lacey, however, knew his reputation and fought against any feelings she was beginning to feel for him. Could they work together to make Noah and Audree’s wedding run smoothly or just what was going to happen?
Another good one by this author.
Another good one by this author.
March 23, 2024
Rescuing Their Date
Clayton has pretty much been the family black sheep even though he is a police officer. Now his biggest problem seems to be getting everyone to believe in him. When he runs into Lacey at the dinner being hassled, of course he steps in. Little did he know how many lives would be changed for ever from that one quick encounter!
Clayton has pretty much been the family black sheep even though he is a police officer. Now his biggest problem seems to be getting everyone to believe in him. When he runs into Lacey at the dinner being hassled, of course he steps in. Little did he know how many lives would be changed for ever from that one quick encounter!
May 12, 2024
Rescuing Their Date
This was the story of a young man who was a police officer and because he was not sure what he wanted his father, the police chief, gave him a partner to work with. This partner was a dog who was trained to find drugs, that were harming the young children in their town. This is my review and mine alone. Norma Gorrill
This was the story of a young man who was a police officer and because he was not sure what he wanted his father, the police chief, gave him a partner to work with. This partner was a dog who was trained to find drugs, that were harming the young children in their town. This is my review and mine alone. Norma Gorrill
January 25, 2023
Becoming himself
Clayton has changed so much. He's a new man trying to find lasting love not by the day. His career, his life, his feeling and family grow in this story. Great way for him to come to terms with all his past decisions and work for his dreams. She is now his dream.
Clayton has changed so much. He's a new man trying to find lasting love not by the day. His career, his life, his feeling and family grow in this story. Great way for him to come to terms with all his past decisions and work for his dreams. She is now his dream.
January 28, 2023
How a bad boy become a new K9 handler fell in love.
Jenna, I love this wonderful book you written. The storyline is fantastic and the characters are amazing. It is also a page turner.
Jenna, I love this wonderful book you written. The storyline is fantastic and the characters are amazing. It is also a page turner.
February 20, 2023
Nice to see Clayton a reformed trouble maker prove that people can change if they truly want to. It took Lacey Ashley to give him a chance bit when she finally does they find that they have a lot in common.
March 4, 2023
Working Through Issues
This was a sweet romance with both Clayton and Lacey working through personal issues as they struggled to decide if there was a future for them. I enjoyed the characters, including Caliber. That wedding must have cost a fortune. A fun read.
This was a sweet romance with both Clayton and Lacey working through personal issues as they struggled to decide if there was a future for them. I enjoyed the characters, including Caliber. That wedding must have cost a fortune. A fun read.
January 25, 2023
I love a good mystery romance and this one did not disappoint! Clayton and Lacey were wonderful characters, and their drama kept me intrigued. Can't wait to read another one!
February 25, 2023
heartwarming story
This is the good thing about a series. We’ve gotten to see Clayton grow and change. Very believable and well done!
This is the good thing about a series. We’ve gotten to see Clayton grow and change. Very believable and well done!
March 6, 2023
Enjoyed it.
I enjoyed this book. I am drawn to books with more suspense than this. However, it is an interesting book to read.
I enjoyed this book. I am drawn to books with more suspense than this. However, it is an interesting book to read.
March 24, 2024
funny romantic endearjng
There are some errors while reading but nothing big. Clayton shows how a person can change and find forgiveness and love
There are some errors while reading but nothing big. Clayton shows how a person can change and find forgiveness and love
October 23, 2024
Not my cup of tea.
March 28, 2025
The story line was good. Everyone has a past. But the rehash in the characters thoughts was getting old by the end. I found myself speed reading through certain parts. And actually was predictable.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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