{"product_id":"shelter-for-koren-9781943562268","title":"Shelter for Koren","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShelter for Koren - Badge of Honor: Texas Heroes Series Book 14\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Susan Stoker\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers an intense romantic thriller that combines heart-pounding suspense with emotional depth in the fourteenth installment of the Badge of Honor: Texas Heroes Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHudson \"Taco\" Vines is a firefighter who thought he'd sworn off relationships after discovering his ex was a serial-killing religious zealot. When he meets Koren Garner, his world shifts. Despite her resemblance to his ex, Taco can't ignore their undeniable chemistry. As he gets to know Koren, he discovers she's everything his ex wasn't—supportive, genuine, and drama-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKoren has no interest in drama, which makes Taco and his circle of friends seem like a risky choice. Meeting him for the second time at the scene of her own car accident should have been a red flag, but the attraction between them is too strong to resist. As their relationship deepens, an unknown arsonist begins targeting Taco's friends, setting fires that escalate in danger with each incident.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe stakes rise as Koren and Taco navigate their growing feelings while racing against time to identify the culprit before their relationship—and their lives—are consumed by the flames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes This Book Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis standalone novel features a protective firefighter hero, a strong heroine who values stability, and a suspenseful plot centered around arson investigation. The story explores themes of second chances, overcoming past trauma, and finding love when you least expect it. Set against the backdrop of Texas, readers experience authentic small-town dynamics and the brotherhood among first responders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSeries Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach book in the Badge of Honor: Texas Heroes Series is a complete standalone story with no cliffhanger endings. Readers can jump into any book in the series without prior knowledge, though recurring characters create a rich, interconnected world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Susan Stoker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSusan Stoker is a New York Times, USA Today, #1 Amazon Bestseller, and Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author. Living in Tennessee with her retired Army husband (now a firefighter\/EMT), she brings authentic military and first responder experience to her stories. Since debuting in 2014, she has created multiple beloved series, with the SEAL of Protection Series cementing her reputation for crafting immersive romantic suspense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConnect with Susan Stoker at www.StokerAces.com\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stoker Aces Production","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50493269475602,"sku":"9781943562268","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_79ea14e5-a1b7-4b5d-9861-a171eab136a6.jpg?v=1730641339","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/shelter-for-koren-9781943562268","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}