Searching for Heather

Eagle Point Search and Rescue, Book 6

By: Susan Stoker

Narrated by: Samantha Brentmoor, John Hartley

Length: 10 hrs and 47 mins

Publisher's summary

She’d lost everything once, and now that she’s found herself and a man she trusts to be by her side, she refuses to let it all be taken from her a second time.

Ever since hearing about the mysterious woman in the woods who’d rescued his friends, Talon Ross has been intrigued. Who is she? Why is she there? Is she cold? Hungry? Scared? He can’t rest until he’s found her, made sure she’s all right. But when he finally manages to track her down, that difficult task turns out to be the easy part—now he has to earn her trust. The more he gets to know her, the more he wants to know and the more vital that trust becomes. And there’s an even bigger mystery surrounding the wary redhead, one he wants to solve so she can reclaim her life...possibly with Talon by her side.

Sunset Meadowblossom had known nothing but degradation and fear her entire life, until the fateful day she mustered the strength to escape the only family she’s ever known. Living on her own in the forest is a dream in comparison, until a man she’d previously spied in her woods finds her makeshift home. Talon treats her with care and kindness, which is surprising—and confusing. Sunset’s always been warned away from Fallport and its citizens, but this man is making her want things she never considered...and giving her the courage to claim them.

Sunset soon learns Fallport has secrets—including the fact her name isn’t Sunset at all. It’s Heather...and she’d been stolen from her real life years ago. As a whole new world opens up around her, as Talon and her new friends help her to learn and trust and grow, Heather has no idea someone from her past is lurking, outraged by her disobedience. Waiting to take back what he considers rightfully his. And when he strikes, it’s up to Heather to save herself yet again...and to fight not only for her life, but the love she’s found with Talon.

Searching for Heather is the sixth book in the Eagle Point Search and Rescue series. Each book is a stand-alone, with no cliff-hanger endings.

©2023 Susan Stoker (P)2023 Susan Stoker

I have loved all of Susan’s Stoker’s books

As soon as I start the book I’m hooked and it’s the same way with all her books

love the passion

each book in this series keeps getting better. not only did I find myself falling for the heroines and sorrow for them when things turned bad but in this story I found myself heartbroken for Lilly. I also wanted to beat the crap of a group of men and trust me I can. as a former special ops Sargent, at 6-2, 235 lbs I feel like I could insert myself into any of the male characters throughout this series, especially since I suffer from some of the same issues and feelings they have. it hurts a little when they are in pain during the stories but really feel good and have a little hope for myself by the end. thanks for some awesome stories !

Aww

This was another great book by Susan, this book had me laughing and crying. Great love story

I loved how Heather came to light!!

I love reading Susan Stoker books and this one didn't disappoint at all !! Sunshine/Heather deserved to find her happy ending. I hate that once it's discovered who she is, we realize that her family is gone, but she's not alone! Tal comes to rescue time and time again and is the gentlest man .

ABS

Liked that Heather took her life back
She stood up to the man that took her
used what he taught her against him
Talon and Heather's story was great
Can't wait for the next book!

Most exciting and emotional SS book ever

This is one of the most emotionally charged books I think SS has ever written. I'm very glad the bad guy didn't get much talking time because there was no way a reader wants to hear that twisted thought.

Heather is the ultimate person we should all inspire to be. Big heart, craves knowledge, generally nice human being. Great story and I love how Tal can be recognized as a man that wants to be a provider. Admitting he appreciates a woman's independence but still wants to take care of her and that she can LET him do it was the best part of this story for me.

Due to Heather's circumstances, of course these two are ultimately compatible. Wonderful story and can't wait for the last installment!

Another winner from Susan Stoker!

Loved this book! Great characters and a wonderful story full of friends and love with a HEA!!!

Listened in one day

Love this author (auto pee-order) and perfect narration!! Couldn’t stop listening-excited for the next one ❤️

Patience + Love = Growth

HOORAY! How I looked forward to this book! I typically read them first, and then go back to listen (I’m a quick reader and sometimes miss a few things!) but I was SO looking forward to Talon’s caretaking story, I just had to listen first as the audiobook came out a week earlier than the ebook. It was a perfect way to rest the day after a busy holiday!

SENSITIVITY: If you are sensitive to serious abuse/kidnapping, it may be a bit tough because it is mentioned continuously throughout the book, but absolutely worth it to witness the growth and strength in these characters. I am highly, HIGHLY sensitive to it, but in all of Stoker’s many, many books, there is only one from another series that I truly struggled with afterwards (just too creepy/scary for me), and this was not it. I have actually found great comfort in being a witness to the healing journey of the characters, though they are, of course, fictional.

WRITING: I love how Susan Stoker IS predictable in her stories (I like familiar formats, language, and characters I can rely on!) AND she continues to be utterly creative and clever with her storylines, arcs, and characters, so I look forward to each and every book. This series has been lovely.

NARRATION: Brava to Samantha! I loved her narration, voices, and delivery, *especially* Talon! Perfect fit for the book, in my opinion.
I like John’s other work, but felt he wasn’t cast correctly here. His Talon sounded older and harsher than the character written (I actually preferred Samantha’s version of Tal), and the American characters had more of a Midwest accent that didn’t quite fit the area. As said before, the delivery of the other protagonist characters also felt harsher than I think was written, and I felt like the pacing was a bit too slow. I listened at 1.2 speed for his parts and it helped a lot. For the antagonist, he nailed it!
Again, John is a great narrator, but not the right fit for this story. Then again, I’m a former vocal director and am very attuned to and sensitive to “casting”!

FALLPORT: I’m looking forward to the final book in the series, but so sad it’s ending! I’m a HUGE fan of series writing because we get to follow everyone for awhile. I love Fallport: the small town with big characters with heroes and heroines of all ages, shapes, sizes, and stories. Maybe another SAR team could call it their home, too? :)

Heather is strong and sweet

I love this book. The end is my favorite. I love a strong women that can take care of herself and this one can do that.