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Global Search and Rescue #3
The Price of Valor
Former Navy SEAL Hamilton Jones thought that the love of his life was dead. But when a girl claiming to be his daughter shows up with a dire message from his wife, Ham knows he will stop at nothing to find her and bring her home.
Kidnapped by rebels while serving as an interpreter in Ukraine, Signe Kincaid has spent the past decade secreting out valuable information about Russian assets in the US to her CIA handler. Fearing for her daughter after being discovered as an operative, Signe sends her to Ham for safekeeping. She's ready to give her life for her country, and she can hardly expect Ham to rescue her after breaking his heart over and over.
When Ham discovers the reason Signe has kept her distance, he must choose between love for his wife and love for the nation he has vowed to protect. Will he save the many? Or the few?
USA Today bestselling author Susan May Warren takes you on a global search and rescue mission where the stakes are higher than ever in this final installment of her popular series.
Kidnapped by rebels while serving as an interpreter in Ukraine, Signe Kincaid has spent the past decade secreting out valuable information about Russian assets in the US to her CIA handler. Fearing for her daughter after being discovered as an operative, Signe sends her to Ham for safekeeping. She's ready to give her life for her country, and she can hardly expect Ham to rescue her after breaking his heart over and over.
When Ham discovers the reason Signe has kept her distance, he must choose between love for his wife and love for the nation he has vowed to protect. Will he save the many? Or the few?
USA Today bestselling author Susan May Warren takes you on a global search and rescue mission where the stakes are higher than ever in this final installment of her popular series.
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About the author
Susan May Warren
216 books3,626 followersI can't help be amazed at the gifts God has delighted me with - a wonderful husband, four amazing children, and the opportunity to write for Him.
I've been writing as long as I can remember - I won my first book writing contest in first grade! Over the years, writing has become, for me, a way to praise God and see Him at work in my life.
Although I have a degree in Mass Communications from the University of MN, my real writing experience started when I penned the The Warren Report - a bi-monthly newsletter that detailed our ministry highlights.
Living in Russia meant I never lacked for great material - and those experiences naturally spilled out first into devotionals and magazine articles and finally into my first published story, "Measure of a Man," in the Tyndale/HeartQuest, Chance Encounters of the Heart anthology.
Susan and husbandI grew up in Wayzata, a suburb of Minneapolis, and became an avid camper from an early age. My favorite fir-lined spot is the north shore of Minnesota - it's where I met my husband, honeymooned and dreamed of living. The north woods easily became the foundation for my first series, The Deep Haven series.based on a little tourist town along the shores of Lake Superior. I have to admit - I'm terribly jealous of Mona, the heroine of my first full-length book, Happily Ever After, a Christy Award Finalist published in 2004 with Tyndale/Heartquest.
Our family moved home from the mission field in June 2004 -- and now we live in the beautiful town I'd always dreamed of! God has amazed me anew with His provision, and blessings -- and allowed me a season when I can write full time for Him.
I 'm delighted you've stopped in to visit. My hope is that you'll be blessed and encouraged by soul-stirring stories of regular people interacting with a God who loves them.
I'd love to hear from you! I love getting mail, especially from readers and I welcome your questions and comments. Write to me at susan@susanmaywarren.com. And, if you're interested, sign up for my newsletter, a quarterly sneak peek into upcoming releases and projects. Thank you for your interest and support.
God Bless and Happy Reading!
In His Grip,
Susan May Warren
I've been writing as long as I can remember - I won my first book writing contest in first grade! Over the years, writing has become, for me, a way to praise God and see Him at work in my life.
Although I have a degree in Mass Communications from the University of MN, my real writing experience started when I penned the The Warren Report - a bi-monthly newsletter that detailed our ministry highlights.
Living in Russia meant I never lacked for great material - and those experiences naturally spilled out first into devotionals and magazine articles and finally into my first published story, "Measure of a Man," in the Tyndale/HeartQuest, Chance Encounters of the Heart anthology.
Susan and husbandI grew up in Wayzata, a suburb of Minneapolis, and became an avid camper from an early age. My favorite fir-lined spot is the north shore of Minnesota - it's where I met my husband, honeymooned and dreamed of living. The north woods easily became the foundation for my first series, The Deep Haven series.based on a little tourist town along the shores of Lake Superior. I have to admit - I'm terribly jealous of Mona, the heroine of my first full-length book, Happily Ever After, a Christy Award Finalist published in 2004 with Tyndale/Heartquest.
Our family moved home from the mission field in June 2004 -- and now we live in the beautiful town I'd always dreamed of! God has amazed me anew with His provision, and blessings -- and allowed me a season when I can write full time for Him.
I 'm delighted you've stopped in to visit. My hope is that you'll be blessed and encouraged by soul-stirring stories of regular people interacting with a God who loves them.
I'd love to hear from you! I love getting mail, especially from readers and I welcome your questions and comments. Write to me at susan@susanmaywarren.com. And, if you're interested, sign up for my newsletter, a quarterly sneak peek into upcoming releases and projects. Thank you for your interest and support.
God Bless and Happy Reading!
In His Grip,
Susan May Warren
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August 9, 2020
Susie is a master of creating characters and plot that will not let me go as a reader. This book is no exception. From the opening scene to the final pages, it's a race to uncover the truth about Ham's relationship with his wife and her relationship with CIA. Throw in a host of wonderful characters, many I've come to know and love through earlier books, and it was a great read! A perfect wrap up to this series. Right mix of romance, mystery, and a taste of suspense.
August 21, 2020
This series will not disappoint you, I guarantee it. While the whole series was exciting and thrilling this was my favorite of the three part series.
Once you crack open a Susan May Warren book you won't be able to put it down until you're done. This author never disappoints, ever.
A thrilling roller coaster ride you better catch your breath now because once you start reading you won't be able to. This book is packed with action the whole way through, absolutely one thing after another. It'll have you gasping as you read faster and faster holding your breath to see how they can possibly escape from the situations they are in, alive.
Many things happened and secrets were revealed I wasn't expecting.
A true fast paced thriller you won't be able to pass up!
Expected publication: October 6th 2020 by Fleming H. Revell Company.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book. Thank you.
All opinions expressed are my own.
Once you crack open a Susan May Warren book you won't be able to put it down until you're done. This author never disappoints, ever.
A thrilling roller coaster ride you better catch your breath now because once you start reading you won't be able to. This book is packed with action the whole way through, absolutely one thing after another. It'll have you gasping as you read faster and faster holding your breath to see how they can possibly escape from the situations they are in, alive.
Many things happened and secrets were revealed I wasn't expecting.
A true fast paced thriller you won't be able to pass up!
Expected publication: October 6th 2020 by Fleming H. Revell Company.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book. Thank you.
All opinions expressed are my own.
March 23, 2022
Finally, the conclusion to this series that I have been eagerly anticipating! It felt good to finally get all my questions answered and all of my worries resolved. I absolutely loved the direction the author took Ham's storyline; very twisty with lots of room for conflict (in a good way!). This book is full of ups and downs, twists and turns, and makes for a very wild ride from page one. All in all, if you enjoy romance and a huge dash of suspense and thrills, definitely check out this series!
October 10, 2020
What a fantastic finish to the Global Search and Rescue series! For that matter, this last book ties up every bit of the intrigue that ran through not only this series, but also the Montana Marshalls series. It was fun to see a few of the characters from that series appear in this book, as well.
This novel was packed with amazing action scenes, especially in Italy. Ham and Signe found themselves not only braving intense physical danger, but also painful emotional trials. Their journey back to each other was very compelling.
I loved that Orion and Jenny had a substantial storyline in The Price of Valor, as well. They had some painful truths to work through if they were ever going to have a hope of a happily ever after together.
It was wonderful to finally see everything from the previous stories pulled together, but hard to see this series come to an end. I definitely recommend the Global Search and Rescue series. The books should be read in order for sure, and will be even more enjoyable if the Montana Marshalls series is read, in order, before them.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
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This novel was packed with amazing action scenes, especially in Italy. Ham and Signe found themselves not only braving intense physical danger, but also painful emotional trials. Their journey back to each other was very compelling.
I loved that Orion and Jenny had a substantial storyline in The Price of Valor, as well. They had some painful truths to work through if they were ever going to have a hope of a happily ever after together.
It was wonderful to finally see everything from the previous stories pulled together, but hard to see this series come to an end. I definitely recommend the Global Search and Rescue series. The books should be read in order for sure, and will be even more enjoyable if the Montana Marshalls series is read, in order, before them.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
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September 22, 2020
'She recognized his SEAL voice--cool, detached, the one that got business done.'
Sometimes you read a book and you are just completely stumped as to how to write a review worthy of said book. This was such a book. Truthfully, all Susan May Warren's books are much the same. I come away from them changed and not wanting to pick up another book until I've digested this one because it remains in my heart, vibrant and alive, long after the last page is turned.
'Forgiveness is the currency of heaven.'
Warren brings us the third book in her Global Search and Rescue series with Hamilton Jones' story, the founder of the group. It can be read as a stand alone, but to really experience it, you truly should read the series. Ham's determined to find his wife Signe after she left ten years earlier. Now he is father to a ten year old daughter he didn't know he had. Signe is CIA and determined to not be found. Ham has never stopped loving her and will not let anything stand in his way of finding her Thus begins a story that will move you to the core of your being. Both Ham and Signe were hurt tremendously as children and formed a deep bond as they cared for each other. Now, they must once again help each other and they try to overcome all that has passed and find their peace. Ham is a man of action, a man who pushes right ahead to rescue and save those he loves. Signe, too, has great strength of character and resiliency.
''He didn't do 'sit around and wait' easily. Not when someone he loved needed him.'
Susan May Warren writes with such such depth of heart that my own heart is left incredibly moved and deeply impacted by her words. The spiritual themes here pack a giant wallop and left me in tears many times during the reading. I truly do not have adequate words to describe how powerful this book was. My heart is just too full. I cannot recommend this book highly enough.
*My thanks to Revell Publishing for a copy of this book via Net Galley. The opinion here is my own.
Sometimes you read a book and you are just completely stumped as to how to write a review worthy of said book. This was such a book. Truthfully, all Susan May Warren's books are much the same. I come away from them changed and not wanting to pick up another book until I've digested this one because it remains in my heart, vibrant and alive, long after the last page is turned.
'Forgiveness is the currency of heaven.'
Warren brings us the third book in her Global Search and Rescue series with Hamilton Jones' story, the founder of the group. It can be read as a stand alone, but to really experience it, you truly should read the series. Ham's determined to find his wife Signe after she left ten years earlier. Now he is father to a ten year old daughter he didn't know he had. Signe is CIA and determined to not be found. Ham has never stopped loving her and will not let anything stand in his way of finding her Thus begins a story that will move you to the core of your being. Both Ham and Signe were hurt tremendously as children and formed a deep bond as they cared for each other. Now, they must once again help each other and they try to overcome all that has passed and find their peace. Ham is a man of action, a man who pushes right ahead to rescue and save those he loves. Signe, too, has great strength of character and resiliency.
''He didn't do 'sit around and wait' easily. Not when someone he loved needed him.'
Susan May Warren writes with such such depth of heart that my own heart is left incredibly moved and deeply impacted by her words. The spiritual themes here pack a giant wallop and left me in tears many times during the reading. I truly do not have adequate words to describe how powerful this book was. My heart is just too full. I cannot recommend this book highly enough.
*My thanks to Revell Publishing for a copy of this book via Net Galley. The opinion here is my own.
October 3, 2020
Goodness! This is another action packed and exciting addition to the Global Search and Rescue series. In this story, we read more of Hamilton Jones' story and see his wife and CIA agent Signe as she is on the run in Europe. Ham and a few of his team are sent to try to find a CIA agent, called Three, who has a list of agents that if it gets in the wrong hands could be bad. It is thought that it might be Signe. As Ham, Orion, and his girlfriend Jenny reach Sicily, a volcano hits the town and everything goes into survival mode and the team is separated at the time. Ham is able to find Signe and they are together as they fight their way through the event while Orion and Jenny manage to find each other. What a wild time they have getting through this disaster, avoid bad guys, and figure things out. There is a rogue factor in the CIA somewhere. Signe doesn't want Ham there as she has a job to do. But whose side is she on? The US or terrorists? Orion and Jenny love each other but are having troubles too. Problems don't end when they evidentially make it back on US soil. Signe's past is quite complicated and I won't get into. But somehow things are involved in the Presidential candidates. This is complicated plot with twists and turns and has multiple layers that go on to the very end. As in SMW style, this is an action packed page turner with plenty of suspense sprinkled with faith, romance, and life lesson.
I received a complimentary ARC from Revell through NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are mine only.
I received a complimentary ARC from Revell through NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are mine only.
October 6, 2020
Originally posted on Inkwell Inspirations
“She didn’t know what was more dangerous – the tsunami or the unforgettable pull Ham had on her heart.”
The Price of Valor is the perfect conclusion to Susan May Warren’s Global Search and Rescue series. Readers who enjoy action-packed, adrenaline racing novels filled with a plentiful amount of romance will love The Price of Valor.
The Price of Valor takes readers on an intense journey to Italy and back to the States while former Navy SEAL Hamilton Jones and his SAR team’s mission takes an unexpected turn into political intrigue and danger as he fights to save his family and his country. Get ready for a dangerous, action-packed, wild ride to romance.
Fans of Susan May Warren’s Montana Marshalls series may have wondered about a specific storyline that was not completely wrapped up at the end of the series. Much to the delight of the Montana Marshalls fans, The Price of Valor answers those questions. While The Price of Valor COULD be read as a standalone novel, there are some secondary storylines and characters featured in the first two books in the series that continue to play a role in this novel.
Therefore, I do recommend reading this series in order, and it is also helpful to have read the Montana Marshalls series to get the maximum enjoyment of all the storylines and characters from both series. The Montana Marshalls is my all-time favorite series of hers, so happy reading!
The Price of Valor is highly recommended for readers of action-filled contemporary romance. This is definitely a book that will enjoy a place on your keeper shelf, and Ham will undoubtedly become one of your favorite Susan May Warren heroes! The Price of Valor is guaranteed to be on my top 10 list of books for 2020.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine.
“Because Ham was a patriot, right down to every cell in his body, and if he knew what she knew, he’d have to risk being a traitor to the country he loved. The country he swore to protect.”
“She didn’t know what was more dangerous – the tsunami or the unforgettable pull Ham had on her heart.”
The Price of Valor is the perfect conclusion to Susan May Warren’s Global Search and Rescue series. Readers who enjoy action-packed, adrenaline racing novels filled with a plentiful amount of romance will love The Price of Valor.
The Price of Valor takes readers on an intense journey to Italy and back to the States while former Navy SEAL Hamilton Jones and his SAR team’s mission takes an unexpected turn into political intrigue and danger as he fights to save his family and his country. Get ready for a dangerous, action-packed, wild ride to romance.
Fans of Susan May Warren’s Montana Marshalls series may have wondered about a specific storyline that was not completely wrapped up at the end of the series. Much to the delight of the Montana Marshalls fans, The Price of Valor answers those questions. While The Price of Valor COULD be read as a standalone novel, there are some secondary storylines and characters featured in the first two books in the series that continue to play a role in this novel.
Therefore, I do recommend reading this series in order, and it is also helpful to have read the Montana Marshalls series to get the maximum enjoyment of all the storylines and characters from both series. The Montana Marshalls is my all-time favorite series of hers, so happy reading!
The Price of Valor is highly recommended for readers of action-filled contemporary romance. This is definitely a book that will enjoy a place on your keeper shelf, and Ham will undoubtedly become one of your favorite Susan May Warren heroes! The Price of Valor is guaranteed to be on my top 10 list of books for 2020.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine.
“Because Ham was a patriot, right down to every cell in his body, and if he knew what she knew, he’d have to risk being a traitor to the country he loved. The country he swore to protect.”
January 17, 2021
Loved how characters from other series were included in The Price of Valor.
September 29, 2020
Oh wow, was that an on the edge of my seat adventure! I can't remember, did I even breathe while reading this book?! I must have but seriously, it felt like I was holding my breath the whole time. This story is fast paced and just doesn't let up. I found myself surprised a couple of times and I really like that. This is a series you really need to read in order.
One thing I really like about this series is that it follows several characters in each book. While this book give focus to Ham and Signe, Orion's and Jenny's continued story is going on as well. There is so much going on. Oh, and there were cross over characters from previous series as well! That was fun!
I'm not sure I had a ton of emotional connection to the characters but I liked them a lot. I felt invested in their outcome. It's really hard not to like people who put so much on the line to save other people. Heroes are the best kinds of characters. Noble, brave, sacrificing everything. Warren always gives her characters plenty of mental/spiritual/emotional growth which helps me feel like they are human with flaws even though they are pretty much saving the world. It's always a good balance.
Is this really the end of this series? Sad. But I was sure grateful for the ending where happy endings reigned supreme. It always feels good to reach a satisfying, positive conclusion. I can't wait to see where this author goes next!
Content: peril, violence, mention of rape, abuse and abortion. Talk of God and religious elements. Death. Kissing.
- I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
One thing I really like about this series is that it follows several characters in each book. While this book give focus to Ham and Signe, Orion's and Jenny's continued story is going on as well. There is so much going on. Oh, and there were cross over characters from previous series as well! That was fun!
I'm not sure I had a ton of emotional connection to the characters but I liked them a lot. I felt invested in their outcome. It's really hard not to like people who put so much on the line to save other people. Heroes are the best kinds of characters. Noble, brave, sacrificing everything. Warren always gives her characters plenty of mental/spiritual/emotional growth which helps me feel like they are human with flaws even though they are pretty much saving the world. It's always a good balance.
Is this really the end of this series? Sad. But I was sure grateful for the ending where happy endings reigned supreme. It always feels good to reach a satisfying, positive conclusion. I can't wait to see where this author goes next!
Content: peril, violence, mention of rape, abuse and abortion. Talk of God and religious elements. Death. Kissing.
- I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
August 6, 2020
What a ride this book was! If you thought the first two in the series were fast-paced, this one is even more. So many twists and turns.
This is Ham's story. He's the one who had a big surprise in book 2 when he discovered he had a 10-yo daughter. He hasn't seen his wife in a long, long time, but he wants her back. He goes after her to Italy and brings his team to try and solve a conspiracy, and that's when the problems start.
The last few chapters are edge-of-your-seat! Definitely read books 1 and 2 before this one. Such a great series!
I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley and this is my honest opinion.
This is Ham's story. He's the one who had a big surprise in book 2 when he discovered he had a 10-yo daughter. He hasn't seen his wife in a long, long time, but he wants her back. He goes after her to Italy and brings his team to try and solve a conspiracy, and that's when the problems start.
The last few chapters are edge-of-your-seat! Definitely read books 1 and 2 before this one. Such a great series!
I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley and this is my honest opinion.
October 1, 2020
Okay, so this book was chock-full of drama, complications, and plot twists. I loved the way Susan May Warren wove the different subplots together to make a powerful finale to the Global Search and Rescue series.
Many of the characters in The Price of Valor were introduced in the previous books, but the focus was on Signe and Hamilton. We get a lot of their history through flashbacks as both characters reflect on events they went through together at various points in their story.
Signe had been through so much. A less strong-willed person would have crumbled under the weight of everything, but she just kept going. I liked that regardless of what she thought about herself, she never stopped doing what she believed was right for her family and the greater good.
At the end of the book, I knew what the bad guy wanted, at least the lead goal, but I didn't know why. I wish this had been something that was at least revealed. Still, I was glad that justice prevailed and the good guys won the war.
While The Price of Valor is an exciting story on its own, it's best to read the series in order as there are storylines that continue from the earlier books. You may be able to figure it out, but it will be so much more fun to read it for yourself 😉.
I received an advanced reader's copy from the publishers as part of the launch team; a positive review was not required.
Many of the characters in The Price of Valor were introduced in the previous books, but the focus was on Signe and Hamilton. We get a lot of their history through flashbacks as both characters reflect on events they went through together at various points in their story.
Signe had been through so much. A less strong-willed person would have crumbled under the weight of everything, but she just kept going. I liked that regardless of what she thought about herself, she never stopped doing what she believed was right for her family and the greater good.
At the end of the book, I knew what the bad guy wanted, at least the lead goal, but I didn't know why. I wish this had been something that was at least revealed. Still, I was glad that justice prevailed and the good guys won the war.
While The Price of Valor is an exciting story on its own, it's best to read the series in order as there are storylines that continue from the earlier books. You may be able to figure it out, but it will be so much more fun to read it for yourself 😉.
I received an advanced reader's copy from the publishers as part of the launch team; a positive review was not required.
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February 2, 2023I felt like this series was more intense than the other ones I've read by this author, with the combination of natural disasters, evil people, and broken relationships. I think what frustrated me the most was the characters that constantly seesawed back and forth, saying one thing to their love interest and then doing another, choosing to believe lies, and running away instead of dealing with hard conversations. So, not my favorite. I just really had a hard time liking Signe in this book. I eventually came to see why she was so messed up, but I would have appreciated more endearing qualities to make me root for her.
BUT there was a lot of good truth in this series, people trying to do good and walk with God and making difficult choices to let go of control, surrender to the Lord, and cling to hope. If you're looking for imperfect characters, suspense, and raw emotion, this series might be a better fit for you.
BUT there was a lot of good truth in this series, people trying to do good and walk with God and making difficult choices to let go of control, surrender to the Lord, and cling to hope. If you're looking for imperfect characters, suspense, and raw emotion, this series might be a better fit for you.
November 18, 2020
A thrilling and satisfying conclusion to the Global Search and Rescue Series!
I went into this book knowing that I would love it, and I wasn't disappointed. Hamilton Jones has been a supporting cast member, and friend in the previous installments of this series, so I was thrilled to finally get to read his story, which began in the background of the earlier books in the series, or if you go back even farther--he makes an appearance in a companion series also by this author. So to say this was a long time coming would be an understatement.
I loved amazing characters and strong sense of tension throughout, Ham is determined to do everything he can to give his newfound daughter a home and family. Ham has a lot of experience in a tight situation, and is more than willing to go to great lengths for his daughter and former love. I also really loved how prominently featured many of my favorite characters from previous books are featured, and if you have read as many books by this author as I have, than you will recognize more than a few familiar faces. Ham is a loyal friend and hardworking, he has held onto his faith through many tough things, I I like how he encourages his teammates and friends.
Overall, a fantastic read and satisfying conclusion to the trilogy, with great characters, strong faith and shocking revelations. Nearly impossible to put down, with a very climactic ending. Highly recommend!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
I went into this book knowing that I would love it, and I wasn't disappointed. Hamilton Jones has been a supporting cast member, and friend in the previous installments of this series, so I was thrilled to finally get to read his story, which began in the background of the earlier books in the series, or if you go back even farther--he makes an appearance in a companion series also by this author. So to say this was a long time coming would be an understatement.
I loved amazing characters and strong sense of tension throughout, Ham is determined to do everything he can to give his newfound daughter a home and family. Ham has a lot of experience in a tight situation, and is more than willing to go to great lengths for his daughter and former love. I also really loved how prominently featured many of my favorite characters from previous books are featured, and if you have read as many books by this author as I have, than you will recognize more than a few familiar faces. Ham is a loyal friend and hardworking, he has held onto his faith through many tough things, I I like how he encourages his teammates and friends.
Overall, a fantastic read and satisfying conclusion to the trilogy, with great characters, strong faith and shocking revelations. Nearly impossible to put down, with a very climactic ending. Highly recommend!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
September 3, 2020
3.5 stars
I’m on the fence here, after the last book in this series I was done, but I had the opportunity to read this and so have it a go. These books are very much written for the series addict. There’s no way you could pick up one of these stories and not have read at least the entire last series the author writes or even the one before. This book is jam packed full of Marshall’s characters and some from the Mountain SAR series.
The high adrenaline moments take off from the very beginning and I sometimes wonder if there is ever a turning back, because the intensity is always in need of something stronger, more dangerous, more edge of your seat drama than the chapter or the book before it.
But here’s the thing, and this is where this author seals the series writing deal with her fans, they are page turners and chapter turners and hard to put down. You are so invested in all of the books and all of the series I almost wonder if the typical reduction in book sales statistics of series don’t even apply for her.
So many impossibly crazy, you know this would never happen in real life moments for the characters it almost feels like a soap opera. But there’s a reason people are hooked to those too - and Susan May Warren has figured out how to capture the readers.
Still too much constant rehashing for me to want to read it again in the future, but it’s a great one time adventure, even if it’s a lot incredulous.
Thanks to Netgalley for a eARC. This is my honest review.
I’m on the fence here, after the last book in this series I was done, but I had the opportunity to read this and so have it a go. These books are very much written for the series addict. There’s no way you could pick up one of these stories and not have read at least the entire last series the author writes or even the one before. This book is jam packed full of Marshall’s characters and some from the Mountain SAR series.
The high adrenaline moments take off from the very beginning and I sometimes wonder if there is ever a turning back, because the intensity is always in need of something stronger, more dangerous, more edge of your seat drama than the chapter or the book before it.
But here’s the thing, and this is where this author seals the series writing deal with her fans, they are page turners and chapter turners and hard to put down. You are so invested in all of the books and all of the series I almost wonder if the typical reduction in book sales statistics of series don’t even apply for her.
So many impossibly crazy, you know this would never happen in real life moments for the characters it almost feels like a soap opera. But there’s a reason people are hooked to those too - and Susan May Warren has figured out how to capture the readers.
Still too much constant rehashing for me to want to read it again in the future, but it’s a great one time adventure, even if it’s a lot incredulous.
Thanks to Netgalley for a eARC. This is my honest review.
October 1, 2021
I really enjoyed and appreciated Ham's faith and leadership in this story. Throughout the whole series, he was always the one you could count on. He had a lot to process when Signe finally came clean with her decade of separation from him. As children, they both had an upbringing that tested their belief in humanity and family.
The moments when a character shared God's grace were my most favorite. Those always stood out and helped the story become something more than just action scene after action scene. I loved how Jake made his entrance toward the end and how the team worked together to get themselves out of danger (for the thousandth time☺).
In the end I had to read and think of all the action as if I were watching a Mission Impossible movie or another action filled movie. The characters seemed to always be fighting for their life in some way or another.
Rating: PG -some physical violence, mention of sexual assault (nothing detailed)
Language: clean, no use of deity or profanity
Recommend: yes
The moments when a character shared God's grace were my most favorite. Those always stood out and helped the story become something more than just action scene after action scene. I loved how Jake made his entrance toward the end and how the team worked together to get themselves out of danger (for the thousandth time☺).
In the end I had to read and think of all the action as if I were watching a Mission Impossible movie or another action filled movie. The characters seemed to always be fighting for their life in some way or another.
Rating: PG -some physical violence, mention of sexual assault (nothing detailed)
Language: clean, no use of deity or profanity
Recommend: yes
May 9, 2023
Another non-stop action/adventure/suspense filled ride with the heroes of the global rescue team! I'd definitely recommend reading these in order since the subplot of the each previous book leads into the main plot of the following. There's an overarching political intrigue that ties them together, and I appreciate that the books don't end on cliffhangers even if all the threads aren't wrapped up. Ham is united with his daughter at the end of the previous book, and I loved seeing his relationship with her and how easily he falls into the role of father. Signe is more difficult to understand, and her layers are revealed slowly throughout the book. The thought processes of the characters are a bit choppy, as that seems to be the author's writing style, but it was more prevalent in this book. The rocky relationship of team members Orion and Jenny is explored along with Ham and Signe, and just as tumultuous is unexpected natural disasters which provide contrast with the spy drama. It was satisfying to have the mysteries answered and also fun to see the cameos of SAR and special op friends and colleagues from the author's other series.
Disclosure statement: A complimentary copy of this book was provided from a tour group, publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, OR borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR purchased. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are unbiased and my own.
Disclosure statement: A complimentary copy of this book was provided from a tour group, publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, OR borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR purchased. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are unbiased and my own.
August 15, 2020
You know those books you've been waiting for since you first read the first book in the series?
Yeah, this is one such for me. And, I loved it. But, I didn't.
See, I wasn't sure what to expect. I knew that there would be a depth of story behind Ham and Signe, I did not expect it to be all of what it was though.
After the seven books that led up to "The Price of Valor" I am not sure if it was just that there were so many things happening or if the ending really was all too sudden tying things up at a crazily fast pace.
While I do enjoy Susan May Warren's books, I have loved her past books, however, there were things in "The Price of Valor" that pulls it down to three stars. The ending wrapped up too quickly, after most of the book being filled with several shock factors.
There were some other shock factors that I won't go into since they are not as bad as those under the spoiler, though there are warnings in the spoiler area.
I loved how Ham would not give up on his wife, and forgave her. Pointing her toward God even when he didn't really trust her at moments. The redemptive message in "The Price of Valor" was sweet, and I really enjoyed seeing them heal from their past hurts and abusive childhoods. Seeing Ham as father was so sweet, he went from the strong warrior to the softest guy in a matter of a word.
I would have loved to see Ham with his sister some more because that was wonderful! And, I now really want a book about Pastor Dan, because that guy was so awesome in his preaching/not preaching to Ham. He needed more than one scene!
Due to the content mentioned in the spoilers, I can't say this is a book for anyone under 18 unless they are very mature.
I voluntarily received and reviewed a complimentary e/copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher/review company. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
Yeah, this is one such for me. And, I loved it. But, I didn't.
See, I wasn't sure what to expect. I knew that there would be a depth of story behind Ham and Signe, I did not expect it to be all of what it was though.
After the seven books that led up to "The Price of Valor" I am not sure if it was just that there were so many things happening or if the ending really was all too sudden tying things up at a crazily fast pace.
While I do enjoy Susan May Warren's books, I have loved her past books, however, there were things in "The Price of Valor" that pulls it down to three stars. The ending wrapped up too quickly, after most of the book being filled with several shock factors.
There were some other shock factors that I won't go into since they are not as bad as those under the spoiler, though there are warnings in the spoiler area.
I loved how Ham would not give up on his wife, and forgave her. Pointing her toward God even when he didn't really trust her at moments. The redemptive message in "The Price of Valor" was sweet, and I really enjoyed seeing them heal from their past hurts and abusive childhoods. Seeing Ham as father was so sweet, he went from the strong warrior to the softest guy in a matter of a word.
I would have loved to see Ham with his sister some more because that was wonderful! And, I now really want a book about Pastor Dan, because that guy was so awesome in his preaching/not preaching to Ham. He needed more than one scene!
Due to the content mentioned in the spoilers, I can't say this is a book for anyone under 18 unless they are very mature.
I voluntarily received and reviewed a complimentary e/copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher/review company. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
October 12, 2020
Wow! How can so much action happen in one book? Susan May Warren does it again! When I pick up a book of hers I know I am in for a one of a kind treat. And not the kind that you want to devour, but the kind you want to savor as long as possible. The Price of Valor was unlike any other book I have read. The two main characters not only knew each other, but they were married! Not that they had seen one another, as Ham believed her to be dead, seeing the bombing of the place she was in himself. When he finds out he has a daughter he is left speechless. Knowing what he knows now, nothing will stop him from finding the love of his life. But does he know her at all after 10 years?
I could not get enough of this book. Warren took my breath away, and I was left with out a clue of what could possibly happen next. The best kind of book is when you try to guess where you might be taken, and find out you were completely wrong. From one disaster to another I was in for the long haul and loved every minute of it. If you have read the other books in the Global Rescue series, then you already know you have to read this one. If this is the first book from the series you picked up, you are still in luck, as this can easily be a stand alone novel as well. That being said, buy the whole series! The books were so much fun to read, and you’ll get to see some of your favorite characters again from previous novels in this one.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Romance with the perfect amount of mystery and suspense. This one is going on my keeper shelf. I received a copy of this book from Revell Publishing and was in no way forced to post a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
I could not get enough of this book. Warren took my breath away, and I was left with out a clue of what could possibly happen next. The best kind of book is when you try to guess where you might be taken, and find out you were completely wrong. From one disaster to another I was in for the long haul and loved every minute of it. If you have read the other books in the Global Rescue series, then you already know you have to read this one. If this is the first book from the series you picked up, you are still in luck, as this can easily be a stand alone novel as well. That being said, buy the whole series! The books were so much fun to read, and you’ll get to see some of your favorite characters again from previous novels in this one.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Romance with the perfect amount of mystery and suspense. This one is going on my keeper shelf. I received a copy of this book from Revell Publishing and was in no way forced to post a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
October 27, 2020
I am normally a huge fan of Susan May Warren's novels, but the first two books in the Global Search and Rescue series were slight letdowns for me. Too much mountain climbing (The Way of the Brave), too much peril (The Heart of a Hero). But The Price of Valor is just about perfect - romance, danger, intrigue, and a finally wrapped-up plot line regarding presidential candidate Isaac White and his running mate Reba Jackson.
In my reviews of the first two novels in the series, I said that you don't need to have read the Montana Marshalls series to enjoy this one. I guess that's still technically true, but most of the Marshall siblings and/or their significant others show up in this novel, so a basic knowledge of them and of the events in those books would be helpful. That series is where the story line with White & Jackson begins. (As this book reached its conclusion, I found myself wishing I could know how Kelsey and Glo [from Knox and Tate, respectively] reacted to the resolution with White & Jackson. I get why it wasn't included, but I still want to know!)
So, all that to say, read this series in order, and if you want the full perspective, read the Montana Marshalls first! Characters from (at least) the Deep Haven and Montana Rescue series make appearances, as well, and it's fun to see them, but none have backstories vital to the plot.
The Price of Valor is a wonderful, can't-put-it-down novel, and it's a great conclusion to the series.
Disclosure of material connection: I received this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and the opinions expressed are my own.
In my reviews of the first two novels in the series, I said that you don't need to have read the Montana Marshalls series to enjoy this one. I guess that's still technically true, but most of the Marshall siblings and/or their significant others show up in this novel, so a basic knowledge of them and of the events in those books would be helpful. That series is where the story line with White & Jackson begins. (As this book reached its conclusion, I found myself wishing I could know how Kelsey and Glo [from Knox and Tate, respectively] reacted to the resolution with White & Jackson. I get why it wasn't included, but I still want to know!)
So, all that to say, read this series in order, and if you want the full perspective, read the Montana Marshalls first! Characters from (at least) the Deep Haven and Montana Rescue series make appearances, as well, and it's fun to see them, but none have backstories vital to the plot.
The Price of Valor is a wonderful, can't-put-it-down novel, and it's a great conclusion to the series.
Disclosure of material connection: I received this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and the opinions expressed are my own.
August 22, 2020
So intense! Just when I think Susan May Warren can't possibly write these characters out of an all-hope-is-lost scenario, she does it again. The Price of Valor is another wonderful novel crafted by the master of epic suspense. Dire stakes, a terrifying natural disaster, and evil antagonists all conspire against Ham, Signe and a cast of characters we've come to know and love throughout various novels. This plot will keep you on the edge of your seat, while the deeply emotional and inspirational love story will have you reaching for your tissues. I really appreciated the deeper themes of love and faithfulness and not letting fear rob us of our faith. Warren also does a spectacular job illustrating the freedom that comes from choosing to forgive. This is a stunning, poignant conclusion to a wonderful series.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the complimentary copy. All opinions shared here are my own.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the complimentary copy. All opinions shared here are my own.
February 22, 2021
First class wrap up of an exciting, action-packed series. Kept my heart pumping and the pages turning to the end. Definitely needs to be read in order. Love how the author pulled in characters from other books, creating a timely cross over story, complete with a sighworthy conclusion. Not easy to do. Especially liked the addition of spiritual and relationship guidance from other characters without feeling forced, and added some much needed encouragement for Ham especially.
Great series!
Great series!
August 3, 2020
Received an Advance Reader Copy in exchange for a fair review
Another intense and full of adventures and suspense read by author Susan May Warren, “The Price of Valor” (Revell), features a very special hero, a fierce man of action and faith who will push sometimes the boundaries of credibility with his strange yet very compelling mix of goodness, power of forgiveness, strength and competence.
Ham is such a solid hero, his loyalty, compassion, empathy, devotion to the heroine and all those alpha, protective vibes tempered with such tenderness and gentleness and the constant faith giving him a sort of larger than life aura.
As usual with Susan May Warren, I loved the exploration of affections - love, friendship and comradeship - the depth she infuses into feelings of belonging and connection and the unspoken sensuality and chemistry existing within her romantic couples.
I liked that the romantic couple is a married one (although a very atypical matrimony), loved meeting again Orion and Jenny and watching their romance grow and really enjoyed the variety of the different geographical settings and adventures.
I felt sometimes that Ham’s trust in Signe was a bit blind and would benefit with a bit more development.
Another intense and full of adventures and suspense read by author Susan May Warren, “The Price of Valor” (Revell), features a very special hero, a fierce man of action and faith who will push sometimes the boundaries of credibility with his strange yet very compelling mix of goodness, power of forgiveness, strength and competence.
Ham is such a solid hero, his loyalty, compassion, empathy, devotion to the heroine and all those alpha, protective vibes tempered with such tenderness and gentleness and the constant faith giving him a sort of larger than life aura.
As usual with Susan May Warren, I loved the exploration of affections - love, friendship and comradeship - the depth she infuses into feelings of belonging and connection and the unspoken sensuality and chemistry existing within her romantic couples.
I liked that the romantic couple is a married one (although a very atypical matrimony), loved meeting again Orion and Jenny and watching their romance grow and really enjoyed the variety of the different geographical settings and adventures.
I felt sometimes that Ham’s trust in Signe was a bit blind and would benefit with a bit more development.
August 4, 2020
I loved this book and cannot wait to read more. I'm going back to catch up on this author.
Ham and his team is special but certainly the unwavering faith of Ham. This book if full of trouble and people to bring into perspective of God.
When Ham decides to go after his wife he brings his team and what a team they are but they aren't infallible just human. Reading this will have you looking at the troubles a bit differently.
I enjoyed every second. I received this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Ham and his team is special but certainly the unwavering faith of Ham. This book if full of trouble and people to bring into perspective of God.
When Ham decides to go after his wife he brings his team and what a team they are but they aren't infallible just human. Reading this will have you looking at the troubles a bit differently.
I enjoyed every second. I received this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
October 6, 2025
the ending tied in great with Warren’s previous series I read recently and I couldn’t put it down in the last few chapters
October 6, 2020
I always lose track of the exact number of Susan May Warren books I’ve read but I’ve read every single one of her fiction books and always eagerly await her next release. This one I was especially anxious for because I have been intrigued by Ham since he first appeared in the Montana Marshalls series. I really love his character, the way he truly lives out his faith never letting the trails he’s gone through break his trust in God was absolutely inspiring. He loves fiercely and will literally move heaven and earth for the people he cares about. So many times I questioned the way he kept forgiving and extending grace and trust but it was actually a beautiful picture of the way God is with us.
Signe took me awhile to warm up to I’m not going to lie. She was forever doing the exact opposite of what I wanted her to do and I wanted to scream at her sometimes. But as you really got to see the way all the things she’d endured had affected every part of her and really done a number on her mind it allowed you to understand more and to empathize with why she was the way she was. At her core though she just wanted what was best for those she loved even if she was going about it the wrong way. And Ham’s persistent pursuit of her and constant pointing her to Jesus was just what she needed to break through the lies and I loved watching that unfold.
We also got some more of Jenny and Orion’s story that had some surprising moment for sure! And all of the other characters from this series and the Montana Marshall’s that were involved in the story were fun to catch up with!
I was hooked in watching everything unfold, from the crazy natural disasters to the intrigue of the spy world! And I loved that we finally got some closure on the storyline that has carried over between the two series.
Fans of Susan May Warren will definitely enjoy this installment and if Signe drives you nuts at the start know you aren’t alone and you’ll feel differently by the end!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Signe took me awhile to warm up to I’m not going to lie. She was forever doing the exact opposite of what I wanted her to do and I wanted to scream at her sometimes. But as you really got to see the way all the things she’d endured had affected every part of her and really done a number on her mind it allowed you to understand more and to empathize with why she was the way she was. At her core though she just wanted what was best for those she loved even if she was going about it the wrong way. And Ham’s persistent pursuit of her and constant pointing her to Jesus was just what she needed to break through the lies and I loved watching that unfold.
We also got some more of Jenny and Orion’s story that had some surprising moment for sure! And all of the other characters from this series and the Montana Marshall’s that were involved in the story were fun to catch up with!
I was hooked in watching everything unfold, from the crazy natural disasters to the intrigue of the spy world! And I loved that we finally got some closure on the storyline that has carried over between the two series.
Fans of Susan May Warren will definitely enjoy this installment and if Signe drives you nuts at the start know you aren’t alone and you’ll feel differently by the end!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
September 24, 2020
Another thrilling offering from suspense pro Susan May Warren. While writing this review of Price of Valor, I had to go back and check my reviews of Warren’s previous books to make sure I wasn’t using the same lavish praise phrases, but you could read any of my reviews of any of her books and apply it to Price of Valor, because her books are just that consistently good and I loved this book just as much as all her other books.
Price of Valor is the third book in the Global Search and Rescue series. I recommend reading the series in chronological order, as the characters arcs overlap the books and it is much easier to follow their backstories by reading the lead-in to their stories in the previous books. Each book is as exciting and engaging as the last, so it’s no hardship to read them all.
Price of Valor features Ham, leader of the search and rescue company, ex-military, and father - surprise. He never knew he and his wife had a daughter, nor that his wife actually survived the incident he thought she had died in. Instead, she and his daughter have been living in a terrorist’s training camp. Another surprise - his wife is CIA operative. Now, she has sent their daughter to live with Ham while she tries to bring down the head of the terrorist organisation. Ham wants to help but he can’t risk his new-found daughter’s safety, nor does he know if Signe is the same woman he married all those years ago or if life undercover has changed her.
Alongside Ham and Signe’s story, we get to continue the story of characters from book one and two, as well as quite a few appearances from characters from a range of Warren’s books, from Deep Haven to Marshall Family series.
The romance is delicious as Ham and Signe tentatively try to restore their relationship while still unsure if they can trust each other. There is also a lot of hurt and pain they have to work through, both infliction upon each other and from surviving horrific events. There is also a high incident rate of natural disasters - where this team goes, disaster follow, or maybe it’s the other way around. In any case, while also trying to outrun the bad guys, they also have to outrun earthquakes, volcano eruptions and tsunamis - and that’s just in the first few chapters.
I highly recommend this series for readers who enjoy suspense and romance, all with lots of action and an underpinning of Christian faith. Can’t wait to read the end book.
The publishers provided an advanced readers copy of this book for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.
Find more reviews, reading age guides, content advisory, and recommendations on my blog Madison's Library
Price of Valor is the third book in the Global Search and Rescue series. I recommend reading the series in chronological order, as the characters arcs overlap the books and it is much easier to follow their backstories by reading the lead-in to their stories in the previous books. Each book is as exciting and engaging as the last, so it’s no hardship to read them all.
Price of Valor features Ham, leader of the search and rescue company, ex-military, and father - surprise. He never knew he and his wife had a daughter, nor that his wife actually survived the incident he thought she had died in. Instead, she and his daughter have been living in a terrorist’s training camp. Another surprise - his wife is CIA operative. Now, she has sent their daughter to live with Ham while she tries to bring down the head of the terrorist organisation. Ham wants to help but he can’t risk his new-found daughter’s safety, nor does he know if Signe is the same woman he married all those years ago or if life undercover has changed her.
Alongside Ham and Signe’s story, we get to continue the story of characters from book one and two, as well as quite a few appearances from characters from a range of Warren’s books, from Deep Haven to Marshall Family series.
The romance is delicious as Ham and Signe tentatively try to restore their relationship while still unsure if they can trust each other. There is also a lot of hurt and pain they have to work through, both infliction upon each other and from surviving horrific events. There is also a high incident rate of natural disasters - where this team goes, disaster follow, or maybe it’s the other way around. In any case, while also trying to outrun the bad guys, they also have to outrun earthquakes, volcano eruptions and tsunamis - and that’s just in the first few chapters.
I highly recommend this series for readers who enjoy suspense and romance, all with lots of action and an underpinning of Christian faith. Can’t wait to read the end book.
The publishers provided an advanced readers copy of this book for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.
Find more reviews, reading age guides, content advisory, and recommendations on my blog Madison's Library
August 3, 2020
Susan May Warren is the brilliant mastermind behind The Price of Valor and the Global Search and Rescue series! It's one of my favorite books this year! The story was everything I'd hoped for and more, an entertaining international adventure thriller that kept me up late turning pages! It's full of faith, hope, sacrifice, loyalty and trust.
Warren has a unique talent for building a community of characters, layer upon layer. Readers will be thrilled to see a good number of familiar faces, Orion and Jenny, Aria and Jake, and from the Marshall series, Ford, Ruby Jane, York, and Scarlett.
But the stars of this book are Ham and Signe, and what a story they have to tell! Both have made choices in their lives that have affected not only themselves but others too. Learning to live with the consequences and make right the wrongs that they can is the overlying theme. Many opportunities present themselves for forgiveness and showing the love of Jesus. all so poignantly challenging. At times I had the feeling I was reading a modern day retelling of the story of Hosea and Gomer.
Susan May Warren is my favorite author when it comes to inspirational quotes. She can preach an entire sermon in just a few lines. Some of my favorite inspirational quotes:
"I don't know why she did what she did, but I'm going to forgive her. I might be the only believer Signe knows. And if she just gets anger from me, well, I think there's more at stake than my feelings. Besides, forgiveness doesn't really belong to me. It's the currency of heaven, and my job is to dispense it here on earth."
"The answer isn't in knowing the plan, but trusting God, daily, to give you direction. To help you sacrifice your own desires, and to love."
And his mother's hymns. "No power of hell...no scheme of man...can ever pluck me from his hand."
I'm certain readers will enjoy this fabulous book as much as I did. I know this can not be the end of the Global Search and Rescue series, there are still too many unanswered questions and storylines to explore, like what happened to the long ago abducted Hannah. The Heart of a Hero set that storyline up perfectly. I'm hoping that one comes up next!
My thanks to Revell and Susan May Warren for a wonderfully exciting book! all opinions are my very own.
Warren has a unique talent for building a community of characters, layer upon layer. Readers will be thrilled to see a good number of familiar faces, Orion and Jenny, Aria and Jake, and from the Marshall series, Ford, Ruby Jane, York, and Scarlett.
But the stars of this book are Ham and Signe, and what a story they have to tell! Both have made choices in their lives that have affected not only themselves but others too. Learning to live with the consequences and make right the wrongs that they can is the overlying theme. Many opportunities present themselves for forgiveness and showing the love of Jesus. all so poignantly challenging. At times I had the feeling I was reading a modern day retelling of the story of Hosea and Gomer.
Susan May Warren is my favorite author when it comes to inspirational quotes. She can preach an entire sermon in just a few lines. Some of my favorite inspirational quotes:
"I don't know why she did what she did, but I'm going to forgive her. I might be the only believer Signe knows. And if she just gets anger from me, well, I think there's more at stake than my feelings. Besides, forgiveness doesn't really belong to me. It's the currency of heaven, and my job is to dispense it here on earth."
"The answer isn't in knowing the plan, but trusting God, daily, to give you direction. To help you sacrifice your own desires, and to love."
And his mother's hymns. "No power of hell...no scheme of man...can ever pluck me from his hand."
I'm certain readers will enjoy this fabulous book as much as I did. I know this can not be the end of the Global Search and Rescue series, there are still too many unanswered questions and storylines to explore, like what happened to the long ago abducted Hannah. The Heart of a Hero set that storyline up perfectly. I'm hoping that one comes up next!
My thanks to Revell and Susan May Warren for a wonderfully exciting book! all opinions are my very own.
October 8, 2020
There’s one twist and turn after another in the third and final installment of the Global Search and Rescue series. It’s full of heart stopping action that will keep you turning the pages long past your bedtime. The Price of Valor focuses on Ham Jones, the leader of the team, and his search for his long lost love, Signe. There’s international intrigue, tender family moments, and the overarching love story with Signe that has spanned decades. And what a love story it is. I’ve liked all the male characters in this series, but in the end, Ham really does shine. His faith is so strong and the love he has for his little girl, Signe, and his team is what makes this installment so very good. Some familiar faces from previous books make an appearance, which I always enjoy, and the mystery introduced in the Montana Marshalls series is finally resolved. It’s a riveting conclusion that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. I received an ARC; however, I've pre-ordered the book to add to my Susan May Warren collection.
September 28, 2020
Once again, Susan May Warren has penned a story that is impossible to put down once you’ve picked it up. I don’t even open one of her books now unless I know I have a couple of free hours ahead of me to devote to reading, because she reels me in, hook, line, and sinker, every time. And not only is this book the conclusion to the Global Search and Rescue series, but it also ties off the thread that was left dangling at the end of the Montana Marshalls series, so I had a lot of investment in this story before I’d even turned to the first page.
Ham is a hero among heroes. Hardly surprising, considering he’s a former SEAL and now heads up a global search and rescue team, but I’m referring specifically to his character in this instance. Here is a man who has only recently found out that not only is the love of his life not dead but he has a daughter he never knew about. Signe’s broken his heart, stolen the first ten years of his daughter’s life from him, and is still on the run, and yet this is his attitude: “She was my best friend and I loved her. I still do. I don’t know why she did what she did, but I’m going to forgive her. … Because the kind of love that God wants us to have for each other—especially our wives—is sacrificial. And sacrifices hurt. Ask Jesus.”
Wow. Of course, their story is a whole lot more complicated than simply forgiving and moving on (as if that’s easy anyway!), including surviving a natural disaster (I thought I’d experienced every man-versus-nature situation known to man in Warren’s previous books, but this one proved me wrong) and working out who the real traitors are without losing their lives in the process. Basically, it’s all the high-stakes action and emotion I know I’m going to get every time I pick up one of Susan May Warren’s books. Bring on the next series!
I received a copy of this novel from the publisher. This has not influenced the content of my review, which is my honest and unbiased opinion.
Ham is a hero among heroes. Hardly surprising, considering he’s a former SEAL and now heads up a global search and rescue team, but I’m referring specifically to his character in this instance. Here is a man who has only recently found out that not only is the love of his life not dead but he has a daughter he never knew about. Signe’s broken his heart, stolen the first ten years of his daughter’s life from him, and is still on the run, and yet this is his attitude: “She was my best friend and I loved her. I still do. I don’t know why she did what she did, but I’m going to forgive her. … Because the kind of love that God wants us to have for each other—especially our wives—is sacrificial. And sacrifices hurt. Ask Jesus.”
Wow. Of course, their story is a whole lot more complicated than simply forgiving and moving on (as if that’s easy anyway!), including surviving a natural disaster (I thought I’d experienced every man-versus-nature situation known to man in Warren’s previous books, but this one proved me wrong) and working out who the real traitors are without losing their lives in the process. Basically, it’s all the high-stakes action and emotion I know I’m going to get every time I pick up one of Susan May Warren’s books. Bring on the next series!
I received a copy of this novel from the publisher. This has not influenced the content of my review, which is my honest and unbiased opinion.
October 26, 2020
The last book in a good series often evokes conflicting thoughts and feelings in me. Excitement to continue the journey, happiness to be with characters I’ve spent a great deal of time with, and extreme sadness when the last page is finally turned. The Price of Valor is no exception! Emotions and mystery run wild through every page and I was hooked from the beginning. Every time I felt I had the mystery sorted out, another twist was thrown in and I was flipping pages one after another to reach the conclusion.
Hamilton has fascinated me throughout this series. His ultra secretive demeanor and his obvious over protectiveness of his daughter kept drawing me in and I couldn’t wait to find out more about Signe and what happened to bring them where they were. The heart pounding suspense of the story perfectly entangled itself with the sweet, broken moments to create an enrapturing storyline worth every second of lost sleep.
Susan did an amazing job of building suspense through the series without giving it all away...the story still ended up surprising me in all the best ways. And as usual, a thread of forgiveness and redemption was woven through the story without being overbearing or pushy in the least.
Susan has the true gift of story, drawing you in and making you feel at home in every page and with every character. Each time her books come out, I think there is no way for it to ever top the last, and each time, I am pleasantly surprised. The Price of Valor, and the whole Global Search and Rescue series, are well worth your time, your money, and that last bit of space left on your bookshelf. You won’t be disappointed!
Hamilton has fascinated me throughout this series. His ultra secretive demeanor and his obvious over protectiveness of his daughter kept drawing me in and I couldn’t wait to find out more about Signe and what happened to bring them where they were. The heart pounding suspense of the story perfectly entangled itself with the sweet, broken moments to create an enrapturing storyline worth every second of lost sleep.
Susan did an amazing job of building suspense through the series without giving it all away...the story still ended up surprising me in all the best ways. And as usual, a thread of forgiveness and redemption was woven through the story without being overbearing or pushy in the least.
Susan has the true gift of story, drawing you in and making you feel at home in every page and with every character. Each time her books come out, I think there is no way for it to ever top the last, and each time, I am pleasantly surprised. The Price of Valor, and the whole Global Search and Rescue series, are well worth your time, your money, and that last bit of space left on your bookshelf. You won’t be disappointed!
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