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True Devotion (Uncommon Heroes Series #1) | 
 enlarge | Author: Dee Henderson
Publisher: Thorndike Press
Category: Book
List Price: $29.95
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Rating:  40 reviews
Sales Rank: 2826096
Media: Hardcover
Edition: Thorndike Large Print
Pages: 472
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.4
Dimensions (in): 8.5 x 5.5 x 1
ISBN: 0786263172
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
EAN: 9780786263172
ASIN: 0786263172
Publication Date: June 21, 2004
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Condition: Some wear on cover and pages, ex-library, some stamps and stickers on book, some spine creases.
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com Review
In True Devotion, which kicks off bestselling author Dee Henderson's Uncommon Heroes series, lifeguard Kelly Jacobs mechanically goes through the motions of living while seeking to alleviate her grief over the death of her beloved spouse. When Kelly saves the life of young teen Ryan Raines in a daring rescue at sea, his father Charles showers her with attention--and draws Kelly into a sinister plot that may endanger her best friend and new romantic interest, Navy SEAL lieutenant Joe "Bear" Baker. Henderson's strong women characters have an appealing combination of toughness and vulnerability, and she's not afraid of exploring their spiritual side as well as spotlighting their heroics. The sprinkling of military terminology throughout the book might initially seem daunting, but a glossary at the beginning of the novel will help readers who are unfamiliar with the lingo. Henderson excels in concocting just the right blend of romance and edge-of-your-seat action to keep the pages turning. --Cindy Crosby
Product Description
Book 1 in The Uncommon Heroes SeriesA CBA Bestseller Lifeguard Kelly Jacobs knew time for her rescue was running out as the sea surged and pulled, stinging her with cold. When she had nearly given up hope, Kelly's best friend Navy SEAL Joe "Bear" Baker plucked her from the sea. Then, in Joe's arms, Kelly said the wrong thing, and now their friendship hangs in the balance. But the man who killed her husband is closer than Kelly or Joe realizes, and they're both about to discover that God is a refuge . . .
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| Customer Reviews: Read 10 more reviews...
Good books April 4, 2008
L. Atwood (Canon City, CO USA)
My sister-in-law recommended this book. At first I was skeptical, because other "Chiristian" fiction I've read was pretty watered down and sappy, but this is a really good story with real life applications. Not preachy, or syrupy.
 Good, but get a new editor January 23, 2008
R. Wright
I'm definitely a fan of Dee Henderson books, and this one is a good read, too. My only complaint is twice at least in the first half of the book a comment was made something like "the tension in the air was palatable". It's supposed to be palpable. Palatable means something tastes good. I enjoy the story, but such glaring errors like this make it hard to concentrate on it. I hope she's no longer using the same editors as the ones that checked this book.
An Excellent Book! February 27, 2007
Stacey (Las Vegas, NV USA)
When Kelly says a delirious "I love you" to her deceased husband's best friend and Navy SEAL Commander, Bear, neither of them can ignore the words to avoid the consequences. Kelly wakes up in the hospital after Bear rescues her from drowning only to realize what a horrible mistake she's made in revealing her feelings. Neither character seems anxious to acknowledge Kelly's declaration because they don't want to hurt the friendship they have. Bear's active duty status doesn't help matters, either. But what else can you do when you are both so crazy for each other?
This novel contains the best, most extravagant first date I have ever heard of! There are also flashbacks of military operations that add depth to the story. The suspense plotline is very well prepared. But the true gems that warm your heart are displayed in less flamboyant sequences where everyday life happens: painting the kitchen, SEALs coming home to a fridge with food in it. This is a superb book!
An Intriguing Book Without Garbage August 30, 2005
C. A. Nicholls (Kentucky)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Dee Henderson has once again written a fascinating book. It is well written, absorbing, and fast-paced, yet contains none of the lurid details less skilled authors use to attract readers. It realistically shows the struggles Christians face when dealing with adversity.
True Devotion (Uncommon Heroes, Book 1) August 15, 2005
R. G. Butler
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
A wonderful story and great dedication to our service men and women.
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