Enjoy Layla’s story. Enjoyed the second chance and the excitement that a new venture will hold. KAREN never disappoints her readers and always in a series it is exciting to catch up with others from the family.

It's becoming clear to Layla that while she is doing everything she can for her father's company even marrying a marrying a man for work reasons shes isn't appreciated. Then she's accused of stalking and harassing an employee where police are involved but the evidence are only electronic and can be altered. In comes Officer Hunter Black with his unique K9 that is able to find more evidence that could help her but finds that there might be more at work when a couple attempts at her life leaves Officer Black to want to protect her.

This book comes with everything you like in a mystery, suspense, romance novel. I loved that connection between Layla and Hunter. I loved seeing them work together and him helping Layla open her eyes to what was really going on when it came to her part in her job. Shes given so much to the company and is even willing to marry a man she doesn't care about to save the company and it just might not be worth it any more. She's able to better her self and really think about the things she likes and maybe even consider a carreer change after being with her fathers company. I was clearly not a fan of her father after reading what was going on in her life and how things played out. I liked seeing a bit of that christmas spirit thrown in with Layla and Hunter. She was raised in a family that doesn't care much for holidays and it was sweet seeing her and Hunter try to make something of this holiday. In this book it wasn't only Layla that come to terms with family and stuff Hunter had his own set of issues to deal with the people who he cares for this holiday season. But I'm going to stop there because I don't want to ruin the book for you. I'm just going to say that this is a pretty great book I really enjoyed it.

This book was a very quick read and the plot kept me interested. I very much enjoyed this book and the author's writing style.

I do recommend if you like Harlequin books.

Layla Colton is engaged to marry a man she doesn’t love and she’s being framed for a crime she didn’t commit. Can Officer Hunter Black and K-9 partner protect Layla from an unknown enemy or enemies? Layla and Hunter are strong, captivating characters that effortlessly draw readers into their story as they to catch several different bad guys. The romance between Layla and Hunter is one of suspense, sweetness and passion as they fight their sizzling attraction and the emotional turmoil ensures that readers can really connect to them and their situation.

The plot is fast paced and full of intrigue that keeps anticipation building throughout with several surprising twists and turns that leave readers guessing until the very end. As a cop, Hunter has to gather the evidence but using his trusted K-9 partner and his gut instincts he knows where to look for that evidence. The adorably cute pooch with the friendly work loving attitude adds undeniable charm and delight to this holiday romance while family adds strife and tension. Readers can’t help but enjoy this heartwarming holiday read.

Layla Colton, abandoned by her mother at the age of 4, has hungered for her father's affection and approval, even allowing herself to be used as a sacrificial lamb, to save the family company, Colton Energy. Much older Hamlin Harrington has agreed to infuse the company with funds, if she will become his bride. Her half siblings have tried to talk her out of it. She shouldn't have to earn their father's love, by marrying a man she not only doesn't love but is disgusted by. But her job was her life.

While working late at the office one night she is arrested by the police, accused of sexual harassing an employee, one who she had been preparing to fire. Taken to the police station, she is spotted by
Hunter Black, former VP at Colton Energy, before quitting and entering police academy. He is part of police K9 unit and doesn't believe that Layla is guilty. After her life is threatened, he brings her back to his home, where she becomes smitten with his dog, Goose, a basset hound, one of only 4 dogs in country trained for electronic storage detection, done through scent. Hunter opens Layla's eyes to really look into her life and what is going on at CE. Can he keep her safe? Is she being targeted by the Groom Killer, or does she have another enemy?

The series, each book written by a different author, is gripping. The author of this volume infused her characters with depth and appeal. The plot is interesting, and the narrative well written. I found the part about electronics detection dogs fascinating. I received a free advanced copy of this book from NetGalley.com. This is my unbiased and voluntary review.

Action packed adventure! With the next book in The Coltons of Red Ridge series, we get one step closer to figuring out who the Groom Killer is, and go along for the ride of finding another happily ever after in the process. Interesting characters, a full plot and lots of action to keep our attention!

Layla Colton might have agreed to take one for the team and marry the influential man her father thinks will be able to rescue their family business, Colton Energy from financial ruin, but when she realizes there's more at play here than she thought, she just might change her mind! Now being set up for a crime she didn't commit, Layla has to rely on someone else to rescue her!

Red Ridge K-9 officer Hunter Black isn't sure what to make of the charges being flung at Layla, but he happens to be with her a couple of times when something sinister goes down, so he knows she's not safe on her own. He's going to take her under his wing and do everything he can to uncover who's behind the plot to ruin her!

Plot: Framed for a crime she didn’t commit, the wealthy scion of a powerful but beleaguered family enlists the help of a rookie cop – and his K9 partner – to safeguard her, and her business. At Christmas.

Holiday Cheer: Low.

Verdict: O come, they told me.

This review appears in Romantic Intentions Quarterly #3 - October 2018

Finished Colton's Christmas Cop by Karen Whiddon as the release date is closer I will post my review.
Thank Netgalley for the Advance copy for my honest Review.

3 1/2 stars