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MY REVIEW:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Karen Witemeyer has long been one of my must read authors and In Honor\u2019s Defense<\/em> just enforces the reasons why I love her books. This author has skills that make her characters come to life on the pages against backdrops that cause her readers to almost feel like they are there. It doesn\u2019t hurt that she also manages to insert a villain or two or three, plenty of action and suspense, and a touch of humor in just the right places. And let\u2019s not forget that every tale is laced through and through with faith and scripture that both teaches and encourages the reader.<\/p>\n

In Honor\u2019s Defense<\/em> is the perfect ending for the Hanger\u2019s Horsemen series. I have enjoyed each installment of the series and would have been quite happy for it to continue. However, if it had to end, it could not have been wrapped up more perfectly. I loved how both Luke and Damaris were such complete opposites but complemented each other so well. I also enjoyed those moments when they stepped out of their usual nature when circumstances demanded.<\/p>\n

Although this book is one of a series, it can very easily stand on its own. I highly recommend it as well as any other book by this talented author.<\/p>\n

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I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by Celebrate Lit. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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ABOUT THE BOOK:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Book: <\/strong>In Honor\u2019s Defense<\/p>\n

Author: <\/strong>Karen Witemeyer<\/p>\n

Genre: <\/b>Historical Romance<\/p>\n

Release date:<\/strong> June 7, 2022<\/p>\n

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Luke Davenport has been fighting all his life\u2013for respect, for country, and for those unable to fight for themselves. But now that his Horsemen brothers are domesticated, he\u2019s left alone to battle the wildness within. When an opportunity arises to take a job on his own, tracking down a group of rustlers, he jumps at the chance.<\/p>\n

Damaris Baxter has mastered the art of invisibility. Plain and quiet, she hides in books and needlework, content to be overlooked. Until her brother dies suddenly, leaving her custody of her nephew. She moves to Texas to care for Nathaniel, determined to create the family for herself that she never thought she\u2019d have and to give him the family he desperately needs.<\/p>\n

When Nate finds himself knee-deep in trouble, Luke\u2019s attempt to protect him leaves Damaris feeling indebted to the Horseman. But suspicions grow regarding the mysterious death of Damaris\u2019s brother. And the more questions they ask, the more danger appears, threatening the family Luke may be unable to live without.<\/p>\n

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"For those who love to smile as they read, bestselling author Karen Witemeyer<\/strong> offers warmhearted historical romance with a flair for humor, feisty heroines, and swoon-worthy Texas heroes. Voted #1 Readers\u2019 Favorite Christian Romance Author in 2019 by Family Fiction Magazine, Karen is a multiple award-winning author and a firm believer in the power of happy endings. She is an avid cross-stitcher, tea drinker, and gospel hymn singer who makes her home in Abilene, TX with her heroic husband who vanquishes laundry dragons and dirty dish villains whenever she\u2019s on deadline.<\/p>\n

MORE FROM KAREN:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Meet Luke and Damaris<\/strong><\/p>\n

As the Hanger\u2019s Horsemen series comes to a close, I\u2019m thrilled to introduce you to Luke Davenport and Damaris Baxter. If you haven\u2019t read the other books in this series, don\u2019t worry. This one stands on its own just fine.<\/p>\n

Luke<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Luke Davenport is a former cavalry officer who is part of an elite squad of men known as Hanger\u2019s Horsemen. Haunted by the horrors of war, this group of Texas legends has spent the last few years fighting for justice on behalf of those who cannot fight for themselves. Luke is Matthew Hanger\u2019s right-hand man, but when Matt retires the Horsemen in favor of a more settled life with his new wife, Luke is left feeling adrift. So when a solo job comes his way to track down rustled cattle, he jumps at the opportunity.<\/p>\n

Known for his strength, his size, and his skill with his fists, I modeled Luke after a pair of football players, Howie Long and JJ Watt. He\u2019s a man of action with a bit of wildness inside, yet his ability to memorize Scripture earned him the nickname Preach. He\u2019s a godly man with scars, seeking to find his place as his Horsemen brothers move on to new phases of life.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>Damaris <\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Damaris Baxter has been invisible her entire life. Plain of face and quiet of manner, she it\u2019s the epitome of unremarkable<\/em>. While she dares heroic feats and grand adventures between the covers of her favorite books, life outside the pages consists of little more than needlework and dull conversation with her great aunt. Until her brother dies under suspicious circumstances and she travels to Texas to care for her nephew. Determined that the \u201cTexas Damaris\u201d will be bolder and braver than her former self, she sets out to win the heart of a grieving boy and ends up mixed up in a dangerous murder plot with a handsome cowboy who actually sees<\/em> her.<\/p>\n

When creating Damaris\u2019s character, I gave her two of my favorite hobbies\u2014reading and cross-stitching. She shares other similarities with me as well. She\u2019s a quiet person who dislikes making waves, but when family needs her, there\u2019s nothing she won\u2019t do to help. Her questionable baking skills might also have found some inspiration in my personal experience. Just ask my husband about my famous transparent chocolate chip cookies.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Opposites Attract?<\/strong><\/p>\n

I love to explore what brings people together, and while it\u2019s a common idea that opposites attract, I\u2019ve always believed that there must be some core commonalities beneath the differences to bind a couple together for a lifetime. So, while Luke and Damaris seem to be stark opposites\u2014he an adventure-seeking soldier used to solving problems with guns and fists; she a quiet, proper lady used to escaping problems with books and needlework\u2014they actually have several core commonalities. They both crave belonging and family, they both value God\u2019s Word, and they both have a strong, protective instinct toward those they care about. This core common ground is what serves as the foundation for their relationship.<\/p>\n

Now that you\u2019ve been introduced to Luke and Damaris, I hope you\u2019ll join them on the adventure that leads them to love.<\/p>\n

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GIVEAWAY:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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To celebrate her tour, Karen is giving away a Hanger\u2019s Horsemen prize bundle consisting of autographed copies of all three books in the series, a custom mug, and Horsemen swag!! (U.S. Only)<\/p>\n

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/promosimple.com\/ps\/1f45c\/in-honor-s-defense-celebration-tour-giveaway<\/a><\/p>\n

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