Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Defending the Innocent Target, Canine Defense Series #5 by Carol J Post

Book description:


 Danger in the shadows.

A K-9 keeping guard.

When Isaac Cooper and his K-9 partner investigate suspicious activity at the house next door, they discover Brandi Feldman, the frightened new owner who has been attacked. The home she inherited hides dark secrets, and there are traps around every corner. As threats against her escalate, it’s clear someone wants her gone—at any cost. Under Isaac’s vigilant protection, Brandi must uncover the truth about her deadly inheritance. But can they outmaneuver a killer determined to make Brandi’s next move her last?

My review:
There is something I like about K-9 stories, especially ones that are suspense/mystery. And yet I am the complete opposite of a dog lover. This is the 5th book in a K-9 series by this author, and it is the best one so far, in my opinion, and possibly one of her best of all of her books. (Bodyguard for Christmas is my favorite of hers).

I just loved everything about this book: the characters, the plot, the house left to an heiress by a grandmother she didn't know existed, two older protective twin brothers, and the non-stop suspense. 

And of course the faith element. Isaac is a Christian with a steady faith in God. Brandi....not so much, so the book is also her faith journey while trying to stay alive and avoiding the bad guys. 

Post has again written a great suspense and faith-filled novel that kept me on the edge of my seat. It had a great ending, and was definitely worth the time it took me to read it. 

Special thanks to the author for an advance copy of this novel. I was under no obligation to provide a review and the thoughts contained herein are my own.

Defending the Innocent Target releases September 29.


About the author:
Carol J. Post is a New York Times bestselling author of fun and fast-paced Christian romance and Christian romantic suspense stories. Her books have won several awards and been nominated for two RITA® awards and an RT Reviewers’ Choice Best Book Award. She is also a popular speaker, presenting workshops on a variety of craft topics.

Carol especially enjoys research trips, which usually involve camping, with some hiking, kayaking and bonfires thrown in when possible. She also loves playing the piano and writing songs with her musical husband. Her two grown daughters and grandkids live too far away for her liking, so she now pours all that nurturing into taking care of two sassy cats—Ziggy and Ziva—who also love camping and are known to occasionally take over her blog with their “It’s Zaturday!” posts.

Check out her website for more about Carol and her books: CarolJPost.com

The rest of the series:

                                                                 Book #1

                                              

                                                                     Book #2



Book #3



Book #4


Book #6, coming March 30 2027


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