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Defending Glory
Suffering from survivor's guilt and unable to resume his career with the FBI, Mac McKeown moves to northern Minnesota to start over as a general contractor and forget that fateful day that changed everything. When he discovers the body of his nemesis on Glory Palmer's property, along with a warning for her to leave while she still can and abandon her dream of building a Christian retreat, Mac realizes his past has come back to haunt him and an innocent woman's life is in grave danger. He vows to keep her safe during construction of the retreat, but can he protect his heart as well?
- GenresRomantic Suspense
214 pages, Paperback
First published September 30, 2010
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Anne K. Albert
4 books63 followersAnne K. Albert has taught high school art, sold display advertising for a weekly newspaper, and worked for a national brand water company, before writing full time.
This award winning author enjoys travelling and housesitting with her high school sweetheart husband (26 countries to date), as well as visiting friends and family.
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This award winning author enjoys travelling and housesitting with her high school sweetheart husband (26 countries to date), as well as visiting friends and family.
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October 15, 2013
"Defending Glory" by Anne K. Albert is an intriguing mystery with a dash of romance.
Former FBI agent, Mac McKeown, anxious to put the past behind him, has moved to northern Minnesota to start a new life for himself as a general contractor.
When Glory Palmer asks him to renovate her grandfather's cottage and supervise the building of a retreat, Mac has no idea what he's in for. Not only does he fall in love with his new client but their paths intersect in a way that he could've never suspected.
I highly recommend "Defending Glory."
Former FBI agent, Mac McKeown, anxious to put the past behind him, has moved to northern Minnesota to start a new life for himself as a general contractor.
When Glory Palmer asks him to renovate her grandfather's cottage and supervise the building of a retreat, Mac has no idea what he's in for. Not only does he fall in love with his new client but their paths intersect in a way that he could've never suspected.
I highly recommend "Defending Glory."
May 8, 2011
This book was amazing! I’m a big fan of some big name authors who write nothing but suspense, mysteries and so on. I’d classify Anne K. Albert as the next one to watch out for.
It’s been a while since I had the privilege of reading a book that doesn’t make it easy to guess the ending. Well in Defending Glory, the characters came to life throughout the pages and kept me guessing right to the end.
Not only does Anne have a talent to spin a great mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat she has an ability to vividly paint pictures in your mind as you read. The descriptions of the character’s physical appearance, settings, moods, and etcetera are magnificent
The connection between the Glory and Mac was refreshingly clean and the pace of the attraction flowed smoothly. From the beginning, the plot sucked me in and I couldn’t put the book away until I finished reading it.
It’s been a while since I had the privilege of reading a book that doesn’t make it easy to guess the ending. Well in Defending Glory, the characters came to life throughout the pages and kept me guessing right to the end.
Not only does Anne have a talent to spin a great mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat she has an ability to vividly paint pictures in your mind as you read. The descriptions of the character’s physical appearance, settings, moods, and etcetera are magnificent
The connection between the Glory and Mac was refreshingly clean and the pace of the attraction flowed smoothly. From the beginning, the plot sucked me in and I couldn’t put the book away until I finished reading it.
December 21, 2010
Monica’s Review
Defending Glory by Anne K. Albert is an interesting book, something I would not usually read but this book seemed interesting in a way that religion had some pull in this story. The other point that drew me to read this book was that it had to do with human trafficking. This is something that not every many people can believe can be happening in their surroundings. This is something that I am naïve in because to me how can a person treat other people so carelessly? They are humans with feelings and families just like anyone else. This is somewhat of a sore subject that is something you would seek someone up above and seek guidance but also if you also have issues within your own personal life.
Glory is new in town and wants to help a small town in opening a retreat for people that have had bad experiences in life and are ready to come back and start living again. Glory has a huge heart and wants to be able to reach out to her religion and help wherever possible. Glory is strong and will not give up but there is just so much a person can take from people that want to harm her. I love how this character, Glory, was writing with so much strength, power and a go get them attitude. This is something that I believe should be in everyone that we make contact with it just makes you want to smile and strive for the best. Mac is a person that will not let her finally want to give up her dreams and will give her the strength to keep going. Mac has his own issues in life that he needs to overcome and once he does that he can except not only God but a person that he can love and will love him for him.
Defending Glory by Anne K. Albert is an inspirational book that no matter what situation you may be in remember there is always someone watching you and they will never let you down no matter how much you want to give up.
3 ½ Tea Cups
Defending Glory by Anne K. Albert is an interesting book, something I would not usually read but this book seemed interesting in a way that religion had some pull in this story. The other point that drew me to read this book was that it had to do with human trafficking. This is something that not every many people can believe can be happening in their surroundings. This is something that I am naïve in because to me how can a person treat other people so carelessly? They are humans with feelings and families just like anyone else. This is somewhat of a sore subject that is something you would seek someone up above and seek guidance but also if you also have issues within your own personal life.
Glory is new in town and wants to help a small town in opening a retreat for people that have had bad experiences in life and are ready to come back and start living again. Glory has a huge heart and wants to be able to reach out to her religion and help wherever possible. Glory is strong and will not give up but there is just so much a person can take from people that want to harm her. I love how this character, Glory, was writing with so much strength, power and a go get them attitude. This is something that I believe should be in everyone that we make contact with it just makes you want to smile and strive for the best. Mac is a person that will not let her finally want to give up her dreams and will give her the strength to keep going. Mac has his own issues in life that he needs to overcome and once he does that he can except not only God but a person that he can love and will love him for him.
Defending Glory by Anne K. Albert is an inspirational book that no matter what situation you may be in remember there is always someone watching you and they will never let you down no matter how much you want to give up.
3 ½ Tea Cups
December 12, 2016
Defending glory is a clean romantic suspense with a touch of faith added. The author did a good job of sprinkling in information to reveal the story and keep you hooked. As the book opens, you're not exactly sure why Glory wants to open the retreat on the property she inherited. Even though she comes from money she seems very relatable and likable. Just as you’re getting to know the characters; the dead body shows up to bring in the mystery element. Mac is a disabled former FBI agent turned general contractor. Mac was a likeable character and I was intrigued by how the author peppered information about his past little by little so we got to understand him. He was a strong hero even though he was recovering from gunshot wounds and used the cane. I wasn't really surprised by the ending, the author sprinkled in just enough information where you see it coming. I like the secondary characters at the bed-and-breakfast and Mac’s friends from his old FBI days. There's definitely lots of action and just enough romance sprinkled in.
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I received this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review.
You can see my full review at More Than a Review dot com where I rate the level of sex, violence, language and drug/alcohol use in books.
January 6, 2012
This inspirational book is a lovely story.
Glory decides to move to Piedmont Island and use the property she'd inherited to build a retreat, a place where her teenage brother Logan will come to heal after his rehabilitation from a drug addiction. Hiring Mac, a disabled former FBI agent, now contractor, seems to be the best thing that could happen for her and they hit it off right from the beginning…until they find a dead body tied up to her dock. The mystery begins as all kinds of setbacks happen, including Mac's place getting trashed, Glory being stalked and threatened by a killer to where she needs constant protection. But the church-going community step up and provide a safety net. During these hardships, Glory has her faith to sustain her and the wonderful friends she's made. Unfortunately, due to a past incident, Mac has pushed away from his beliefs and continuously fights his needs for Glory and the church. This slow-paced romance builds to a blockbuster end and Ms. Albert ties up all the loose threads perfectly. I enjoyed reading her work and look forward to the next Anne Albert release.
Glory decides to move to Piedmont Island and use the property she'd inherited to build a retreat, a place where her teenage brother Logan will come to heal after his rehabilitation from a drug addiction. Hiring Mac, a disabled former FBI agent, now contractor, seems to be the best thing that could happen for her and they hit it off right from the beginning…until they find a dead body tied up to her dock. The mystery begins as all kinds of setbacks happen, including Mac's place getting trashed, Glory being stalked and threatened by a killer to where she needs constant protection. But the church-going community step up and provide a safety net. During these hardships, Glory has her faith to sustain her and the wonderful friends she's made. Unfortunately, due to a past incident, Mac has pushed away from his beliefs and continuously fights his needs for Glory and the church. This slow-paced romance builds to a blockbuster end and Ms. Albert ties up all the loose threads perfectly. I enjoyed reading her work and look forward to the next Anne Albert release.
June 23, 2011
The reader will not be bored with this novel. The author has the unique ability to make everything come alive for the reader. This is a mystery that will have the reader on the edge of his/her seat. The main characters are both very interesting and will capture and hold the readers' attention. Human trafficking is not a typical topic for a novel, making this novel even more interesting for the reader; the topic is discussed with an obvious knowledge on the author's part of human trafficking. This is an inspirational novel that will be enjoyed by adults and young adults who enjoy reading a book that acknowledges the spiritual side of reality.
3 stars
January 16, 2016
*I really liked this book. It was a nice easy quick mystery/love story. It was kinda long but didn't seem long when you were reading it, it went quickly. Nice character development and nice scene setting! I could picture being there. This is the first book in the series "Piedmont Island Trilogy". I am looking forward to reading more!
February 15, 2012
My mother handed me this book to read, and I admit I was not expecting to like it. I was pleasantly surprised! Very good, entertaining writing. I actually felt like it was a little predictable at parts, but I still wanted to keep reading it despite being tired.
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