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Summary: The best is yet to come...
Review: *The Protector* is book four in the popular O'Malley series by Dee Henderson. In this installment, Jack O'Malley, resident fireman and all-around great guy, protects and eventually falls in love with former co-firewoman, Cassie Ellis. Once again, Dee Henderson does a great job of incorporating Christian teachings, romance and suspense all into one package. A serial arsonist is on the loose, and it's up to Jack and his fellow fireman to find the culprit. Cassie, disabled and recovering from a terrible fire injury is requested to help identify the arsonist, as it's evident this arsonist sticks around to watch the show following the attack. As Jack and Cassie are involved in this exciting, dangerous case, Jack's family plans for Jennifer's return to the hospital for more chemotherapy treatment following the Christmas holidays. Jack begins to realize that because both Jennifer and Cassie place their trust in Jesus Christ, that there must be something right about it, and he begins his journey towards redemption. I'm notorious for continually going on and on about Dee Henderson's talented writing. But once you start the series, you'll be right there with me. Enjoy!
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Summary: Wonderful! I read it cover to cover in 4 1/2 hours
Review: Ah, Jack O'Malley. A true man's man. Tough, strong, dependable in a crunch. A true woman's man. Strong, tender, able to make you laugh when you want to cry. A true hero who, despite having no relationship with God, realizes it is foolish to worry about what you cannot change. A smiley face is his trademark; goofy, childish trinkets in his pocket are his calling cards. In a desperate search for a firebug, Jack is concerned that his squad is being targeted. The fires are strategically set, the anger behind them obvious. The home of a friend becomes a target, as does Cassie, a fellow figher fighter who saw the arsonist. Jack and Cassie set out to protect each other. Cassie tries to catch the firebug before someone on Jack's squad, including Jack, can be hurt; Jack tries to protect her as she rides along, scanning the crowds for the suspect. But Cassie is reluctant to get close; she has scars from a previous fire in her way. Her scars are not only physical, but emotional as well. With her trust in God and her faith that He allowed her to survive the fire for a reason, she perseveres through surgery, physical therapy and pain. And Jack is determined to prove that none of her scars bother him. The other O'Malley's are there to lend a hand, and Rachel struggles with her beliefs right along with Jack. Jennifer prods them both along. Will Jack turn to God? Will Cassie trust Jack? Jack struggles to determine just who Jesus is. What kind of man is He? Why would God allow His Son to die? This is a well written, wonderful book, full of romance, action and humor. Dee Henderson knows how to spin a good yarn, create characters you care about, develop a plausible plot line and meld them all together in a tight, gripping story. I do think the climax could have been a tad bit stronger, but overall the story is good, the ending satisfying. If you've read any of the O'Malley books, don't miss this one. If you haven't read them, read them all. You don't have to read #1 before you read #2. They stand alone and the family history is briefly touched in each one so you understand the connections.
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Summary: THe Protector
Review: As I read each book in the series it is hard to imagine them getting any better, tho the story line changes and all of them are intense. Dee writes to keep you on edge what really gets better is her getting Jesus to be more personal than any one I have read. In each book she asks the question is he alive and always the answer is yes and her writing strengthens the real and personal Jesus and writes directly to ones heart. I can't believe I have only The Healer left to read in this series. I feel like I have gotten to know all of the O'Malleys and their freinds and wish at times I had real friends like them involved in investigations of one kind or another.
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Summary: Another exciting book by Dee Henderson
Review: As in all Henderson's books This book keeps you reading and not wanting the book to end. I feel like I know all the O'Malley's and their love and loyalty to one another is heartwarming. When each one comes to Christ you can feel their concern for the remaining unbeleiving siblings.This is a very good book.I reccomend it to anyone who has not read it.
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Summary: The Protector
Review: As the fourth book in the O'Malley series, this one was actually one of the most compelling to me. Jack has established himself in the other books as the "little boy" but in this book, he's the grown up. We see a different person here. The combination of faith, fun and romance was breathtaking. I highly recommend reading anything Dee Henderson writes!
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Summary: They just keep getting better and better
Review: As the wife of a firefighter, I could relate to this book! All of Dee Henderson's books are great! I would also like to see a little more about the other siblings...but maybe after this series is complete, she can write a book with all of the updates on the entire family.
Keep up the good work, Dee.
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Summary: Excellent!
Review: Dee Henderson is a phenomenal writer. Her books are fast-paced and keep you on the edge of your seat. Be warned...if you ever read one of Dee's books you'll be hooked! I am anxiously waiting for the 5th book in this series...unfortunately it won't be out until July. If you've never read one of this writer's books, start now with Danger in the Shadows!
Anyhow, back to "The Protector"...it is full of suspense, romance and even humor...enjoy!
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Summary: An OUTSTANDING read
Review: Dee Henderson is an outstanding christian writer. I have just completed her latest book, "The Rescuer" and it was great.
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Summary: An OUTSTANDING read
Review: Dee Henderson is an outstanding christian writer. I have just completed her latest book, "The Rescuer" and it was great.
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Summary: 4th book of the O'Malley Series.
Review: Dee Henderson is probably... no, not probably but she IS my favorite Christian writer!! This book is the fourth of the O'Malley series. The O'Malley family consists of seven brothers and sister, three boys and four girls. Since they were little they had been in the same orphanage and when they got out of the orphanage, they decided to 'adopt' each other, taking the name O'Malley as their family name. They all have very important jobs, Marcus is a U.S. Marshal, Kate a negotiator for hostage situations, botched-up robberies, etc., Jennifer is a doctor, Jack a fireman, Rachel a trauma psychologist, and Lisa is a forensic pathologist. This story is about Jack O'Malley, the protector. The story begins with Fireman Jack O'Malley finding out that he has an arsonist on his hands. The person's identity is a mystery but he leaves his signature of popcorn at the fire site and hateful words on walls. Who is this person? Jack O'Malley must find out because he fears that whoever the person is... the person is escalating. And not only that, sidelined firefighter Cassie Ellis is afraid she has seen the arsonist. And she's afraid that it's someone she knows. Jack is determined to protect Cassie who to his surprise he begins to fall in love with. Can they solve the mystery before the arsonist goes to far? And can Jack trust God with the kind of faith Cassie has? Terrific story, I just love the O'Malley series! By far, Kate O'Malley has always been my favorite character but ever since I read this book, I find Jack O'Malley to be a fun character, too. Unfortunately though, the book doesn't have as much romance in it as the other books, which was a bit disappointing for me. Another difference from the rest of the books which is good is that "The Protector" is highly suspenseful. You'll never guess who the arsonist is! Throughout the whole book I was guessing and trying to figure out but my answer was completely different from the conclusion of the story. The book also lets you have a glimpse at Rachel O'Malley getting closer to Christ and also her growing romance with Cole. I can't wait till "The Healer" comes out in July 2002. I also want to read more about Stephen, who isn't mentioned very much in any of the books. I'm curious to read about him. Also for Jennifer's story of how she fights cancer. My suggestion to you if you've never read any of Dee Henderson's books is to read first "Danger in the Shadows", then on to the O'Malley series. The Uncommon Heroes Series is also pretty great. The first in the O'Malley series is "The Negotiator" in which the main character is Jack's sister, Kate O'Malley. The next in the O'Malley series is "The Guardian" in which the main character is Marcus O'Malley, the oldest of the O'Malley's. This is also another great book! Then after that there is "The Truth-Seeker" with Lisa O'Malley. Other books by Dee Henderson is "Danger in the Shadows" (written before "The Negotiator" whose main character is Dave Richman's sister, Sara) and "True Devotion" and "True Valor" of the Uncommon Heroes Series. Don't miss any of these books!
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