About Me I am a retired librarian and I now support books and authors through my reviews.

I have always loved to read and I was able to share that love through my work as a public librarian for 22 1/2 years. I now promote literacy by reading, and then writing reviews. I love to support authors by sharing my reviews with others!

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

The Soldier's K-9 Companion (K-9 Companions) by Belle Calhoune

The Soldier's K-9 Companion: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (K-9 Companions, 35)
ABOUT THE BOOK

A chance to finally heal

With the help of a four-legged friend.

Struggling with PTSD, retired Navy SEAL Luke Adams hopes getting a service dog will help him finally get his life back. Fortunately, his best friend’s sister, Destiny Johnson, runs a K-9 farm where she trains service dogs. When Destiny pairs him up with an Alaskan husky named Java and teaches him how to bond with the sweet pup, he realizes that he and Destiny have more in common than he thought. With their friendship growing into something deeper, can a dedicated K-9 help them both face their trauma…and come out stronger together?







MY THOUGHTS.....

The Soldier's K-9 Companion has all of the feels, and it burrowed its way into my heart with scenes that were both heartwarming and heartbreaking. I knew from the beginning that Luke Adams suffered from severe trauma caused by a tragic incident during his time as a Navy SEAL, and that PTSD was his ongoing issue. What I didn't understand was the history of the young woman who supplied Luke with a special service dog. Was Destiny Johnson so supportive and so empathetic because she'd also endured trauma? What was the secret that she couldn't share?

Author Belle Calhoune has never been better! I loved the character development of both Luke and Destiny, along with several secondary characters who enrich their journey. And then there's Java, the special Alaskan husky service dog who becomes Luke's champion. I could use a companion like that!

This emotional story has several tough issues. but they're buffered with hope, faith, and sweet romance. I highly recommend this captivating 'friends-to-more' story that's set in Calhoun's beloved Serenity Peak!

I received a copy from the author. There was no obligation for a positive review.

My rating: 5 of 5 stars 







ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Belle Calhoune writes heartwarming, inspirational romance novels set in small, cozy towns. Married to her college sweetheart and living in southern Connecticut, she is the mother of two girls. Born and raised in Massachusetts, she is one of five children. Growing up across the street from a public library allowed her to become an avid reader who aspired to be a romance writer. When she isn't writing, she enjoys reading, spending time in Cape Cod, traveling and enjoying time with friends and family.

Belle hopes her books will provide readers with inspiration, entertainment, and an escape from day-to-day life.

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