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Cutter's Code #3
Operation Blind Date
When a loved one goes missing and no one believes you
Weeping in front of customers isn't Laney Adams's style. She would have gone unnoticed if security expert Teague Johnson hadn't come to her grooming shop to pick up his boss's dog, Cutter. Something about Teague—or maybe it's the uncannily perceptive canine—compels her to open up about her best friend who's gone missing and how she feels responsible. The confession reminds Teague of his own secret guilt. He can't turn away. With the help of the Foxworth Foundation—nd Cutter—Laney and Teague launch a dangerous search that leads to unexpected twists...and undeniable passion.
Weeping in front of customers isn't Laney Adams's style. She would have gone unnoticed if security expert Teague Johnson hadn't come to her grooming shop to pick up his boss's dog, Cutter. Something about Teague—or maybe it's the uncannily perceptive canine—compels her to open up about her best friend who's gone missing and how she feels responsible. The confession reminds Teague of his own secret guilt. He can't turn away. With the help of the Foxworth Foundation—nd Cutter—Laney and Teague launch a dangerous search that leads to unexpected twists...and undeniable passion.
288 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2013
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Justine Davis
261 books209 followersAuthor biographies are supposed to give you all those statistics, books written, awards won, etc. and I will, I promise...but first let me tell you about this ornery little tomboy (back then, the boys had all the fun...) who was always the one to make up the stories the neighborhood kids would "play". For those who came of age in the computer game era, this is something that was done usually in the backyard, by any number of summer-bored children, with props where appropriate. (Did you know a 55 gallon drum tied to a picnic bench makes a very cool horse?) It wasn't until much later that this tomboy realized two things: A) not everyone made up stories in their heads all the time, and B) in real life, the boys that had already had all the fun now seemed to always be winning.
But I digress. I was born on a farm down in Iowa....well, not quite, but close; Boone, Iowa is in the middle of farm country, but I arrived at a hospital. In a snow storm. Make that a blizzard. My sister tells me she knew my destiny when I was very young, because when I first saw the Disney classic Old Yeller, I was apparently so upset that I promptly went home and rewrote the story. In my version, the dog lived, of course. Should have been a clue.
Possibly in response to that blizzard I was born in, I've been a West Coaster since before I was a year old, and intend to stay that way. I have a history of staying. I started my first full time job right out of school (well, there was a very brief sojourn at a place where they made, among other things, burial vaults, but I prefer not to recall that one...) and stayed for twenty-one years. I've been married to the same wonderful guy for going on two decades now. We lived in our last house for seventeen years. (I won't even mention how many dumpsters we filled moving after that long....)
Readers seem as fascinated by my first career as they are with my writing. My time in law enforcement was many things, exciting, nerve wracking, and irritating, but most importantly never, ever boring. It was fascinating enough that I didn't think about writing seriously for several years. I kept a journal, and wrote long letters, collected quotes, mentally rewrote movies, and still made up those stories in my head, but never dreamed of actually writing for publication. I was having too much fun helping to catch bad guys, and being continually amazed at the situations people get themselves into. And eventually I walked away with a wealth of background and story ideas, and knowing some truly great people who work very hard to keep all of us safe. I'm proud to have been one of them, and I'm very aware that I have had the great good fortune of having had two jobs in my life that I love. Many people don't get even one.
But now that I'm in the delicious position of being able to make a living telling those stories in my head, I promise my readers two things: A) I'm staying--I'll keep writing as long as you keep reading, and B) in my stories, the girl--tomboy or not--always wins!
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And now, the official stats:
Justine Dare Davis sold her first book in 1989, and followed that up with the sale of nineteen novels in less than two years. Her first four books were published in 1991, and she saw all reach the finals for either the Romantic Times Reviewer's Choice Award or the Romance Writers of America prestigious RITA Award. She has since won the RITA award four times, along with several Reviewer's Choice awards and three Career Achievement awards from Romantic Times. At the 1998 national conference, Justine was inducted into the RWA Hall of Fame, making her one of a very select group of just eight writers. She also had four titles on the Romantic Times "Top 200 of All Time" list. Her sales now total more than 45, and her books have appeared regularly on best seller lists, including the USA Today list. She has been featured in several local newspapers and nationwide by Associated Press, has appeared on CN
But I digress. I was born on a farm down in Iowa....well, not quite, but close; Boone, Iowa is in the middle of farm country, but I arrived at a hospital. In a snow storm. Make that a blizzard. My sister tells me she knew my destiny when I was very young, because when I first saw the Disney classic Old Yeller, I was apparently so upset that I promptly went home and rewrote the story. In my version, the dog lived, of course. Should have been a clue.
Possibly in response to that blizzard I was born in, I've been a West Coaster since before I was a year old, and intend to stay that way. I have a history of staying. I started my first full time job right out of school (well, there was a very brief sojourn at a place where they made, among other things, burial vaults, but I prefer not to recall that one...) and stayed for twenty-one years. I've been married to the same wonderful guy for going on two decades now. We lived in our last house for seventeen years. (I won't even mention how many dumpsters we filled moving after that long....)
Readers seem as fascinated by my first career as they are with my writing. My time in law enforcement was many things, exciting, nerve wracking, and irritating, but most importantly never, ever boring. It was fascinating enough that I didn't think about writing seriously for several years. I kept a journal, and wrote long letters, collected quotes, mentally rewrote movies, and still made up those stories in my head, but never dreamed of actually writing for publication. I was having too much fun helping to catch bad guys, and being continually amazed at the situations people get themselves into. And eventually I walked away with a wealth of background and story ideas, and knowing some truly great people who work very hard to keep all of us safe. I'm proud to have been one of them, and I'm very aware that I have had the great good fortune of having had two jobs in my life that I love. Many people don't get even one.
But now that I'm in the delicious position of being able to make a living telling those stories in my head, I promise my readers two things: A) I'm staying--I'll keep writing as long as you keep reading, and B) in my stories, the girl--tomboy or not--always wins!
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
And now, the official stats:
Justine Dare Davis sold her first book in 1989, and followed that up with the sale of nineteen novels in less than two years. Her first four books were published in 1991, and she saw all reach the finals for either the Romantic Times Reviewer's Choice Award or the Romance Writers of America prestigious RITA Award. She has since won the RITA award four times, along with several Reviewer's Choice awards and three Career Achievement awards from Romantic Times. At the 1998 national conference, Justine was inducted into the RWA Hall of Fame, making her one of a very select group of just eight writers. She also had four titles on the Romantic Times "Top 200 of All Time" list. Her sales now total more than 45, and her books have appeared regularly on best seller lists, including the USA Today list. She has been featured in several local newspapers and nationwide by Associated Press, has appeared on CN
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March 11, 2019
Book 3 in the Cutter's Code series. Not as much action or suspense as the previous 2 books, and I'd have liked to have seen more of Cutter (the mysterious, almost magical dog) in this one. Still, this story about heroine Laney searching for her missing friend with the help of the Foxworth Foundation (at Cutter's "request") was a good read that featured likable characters, a nice romance, and familiar faces from the previous books.
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October 6, 2013No Rating. DNF at 65%! Operation: FAILED!
It's very rare for me not to finish a book. I can usually push through, even if I don’t like the read all that much. I try to find some good…or a turning point that might change my opinion. I’m sad to say that didn’t happen here, and not only am I disappointed in the book, I not happy with myself.
It's also clear to me now that I was sucked in by the cover and the title, and didn’t pay attention to what this book was about. I hate reading out of order and didn’t have a clue that this was part of a series, a connected series, where the set-up starts in book one, and therein lies the problem, or at least one of them. I should have done more research before I requested the book. Also, I could not get passed the fact that the dog, Cutter, had such an influence on what cases the Foxworth Foundation would take on! I love animals in my books, but when they overshadow the main characters and make the story so far-fetched that it borders on ridiculous…then it’s time for me to walk away.
She spoke slowly, carefully. “I love dogs as much as anyone, and more than most. But you’re letting a dog decide this?”
“No.” Quinn glanced at Cutter again. “I’m letting that dog decide this. Because that’s what he does.” “He brings you cases?”
“He finds them. After that it’s up to us.”
She gaped at Quinn. Teague couldn’t resist poking a little more. “And he trusts us with them, unless he feels we’re not moving fast enough, or in the right direction. Then he butts in again.”
Quinn chuckled. “Makes you wonder how we functioned at all before he came along, doesn’t it?
Laney shook her head. “I think I’ve fallen down the rab- bit hole.”
You and me both Laney!
This would have made for a good Disney movie, but it didn’t work as a romantic suspense, at least not for me!
*A copy of this book was provided courtesy of Harlequin via NetGalley*
July 8, 2013
Ok... thought it over. I just can't finish this. A perceptive dog? Seriously? No. Just no. The love story could have probably been awesome, but the whole dog bit make me just think of Lassie and that's just not sexy. LOL
July 14, 2013
Another very good book starring the incredible dog Cutter. Teague had gone to Laney's dog groomer shop to pick up Cutter. He noticed that she seemed upset but figured it wasn't any of his business. Cutter had different ideas. Teague is familiar with Cutter's ability to detect people who need Foxworth's help and managed to convince Laney to open up. She is worried about her best friend who she hasn't heard from in a month. The police have been no help so she is surprised when Teague accepts her worry and offers to help.
Laney is skeptical about Cutter's abilities but won't say no to Teague's help. I really loved her persistence in trying to find out what happened to her friend. She also wasn't about to sit back and wait for Teague to do all of the work - she was going to be involved every step of the way. She is feeling very guilty about introducing Amber to the man she thinks kidnapped her and beginning to not trust her judgment about men because of it. It doesn't take her long to realize that she can trust Teague. She also discovers that she is really attracted to Teague, but that he is fighting his attraction. I really liked the way that Laney seems to understand him so quickly. She gets his feelings and knows when to push for more and when to back off. She gets really frustrated with him when he pushes her away claiming that it's all reaction to the situation. I loved the culmination of the search and Laney's part in it. I also loved the final scene with Teague, Laney and Cutter and Cutter's part in bringing them together throughout the book.
Teague has been working for Foxworth for several years and has come to trust Cutter. He doesn't understand how the dog does what he does, but has learned to accept it. Cutter's insistence on helping Laney is unexpected but after hearing her story Teague is convinced that she is right to be worried. It also reminds him of the disappearance of his sister which contributes to his need to help. He feels an attraction to Laney immediately, but his sense of honor won't allow him to get involved with a client. I really liked the way that he appreciated her intelligence and sense of humor. I also loved the way that he told her about things that he didn't usually tell people, as if he knew that she was going to mean something special to him. He really fought his feelings, trying to convince himself that what she was feeling was simply reaction to the stress of the situation, but she wasn't going along with it. I liked the way that he accepted her need to be part of the search and that he was able to include her even when he was worried about her safety.
I enjoyed the suspense of the story even though it wasn't particularly intense or dangerous until the very end. It was far more about the friendship between Laney and Amber and how it caused Laney's concern over Amber's safety. It was also about the developing relationship between Teague and Laney and the trust between them. I love these Cutter stories and adore the dog. I would really like to see Rafe's story come soon.
Laney is skeptical about Cutter's abilities but won't say no to Teague's help. I really loved her persistence in trying to find out what happened to her friend. She also wasn't about to sit back and wait for Teague to do all of the work - she was going to be involved every step of the way. She is feeling very guilty about introducing Amber to the man she thinks kidnapped her and beginning to not trust her judgment about men because of it. It doesn't take her long to realize that she can trust Teague. She also discovers that she is really attracted to Teague, but that he is fighting his attraction. I really liked the way that Laney seems to understand him so quickly. She gets his feelings and knows when to push for more and when to back off. She gets really frustrated with him when he pushes her away claiming that it's all reaction to the situation. I loved the culmination of the search and Laney's part in it. I also loved the final scene with Teague, Laney and Cutter and Cutter's part in bringing them together throughout the book.
Teague has been working for Foxworth for several years and has come to trust Cutter. He doesn't understand how the dog does what he does, but has learned to accept it. Cutter's insistence on helping Laney is unexpected but after hearing her story Teague is convinced that she is right to be worried. It also reminds him of the disappearance of his sister which contributes to his need to help. He feels an attraction to Laney immediately, but his sense of honor won't allow him to get involved with a client. I really liked the way that he appreciated her intelligence and sense of humor. I also loved the way that he told her about things that he didn't usually tell people, as if he knew that she was going to mean something special to him. He really fought his feelings, trying to convince himself that what she was feeling was simply reaction to the stress of the situation, but she wasn't going along with it. I liked the way that he accepted her need to be part of the search and that he was able to include her even when he was worried about her safety.
I enjoyed the suspense of the story even though it wasn't particularly intense or dangerous until the very end. It was far more about the friendship between Laney and Amber and how it caused Laney's concern over Amber's safety. It was also about the developing relationship between Teague and Laney and the trust between them. I love these Cutter stories and adore the dog. I would really like to see Rafe's story come soon.
July 1, 2013
4 STARS
Cutter's Code #3
Operation Blind Date is good read. It is the first of the Cutter's Code series that I have read. I wish I had read the first two they sound good what little I know about them. Cutter is a dog who showed up and gets people to do what he wants. The people of the Foxworth Foundation trust him. They put a lot of faith in that dog.
Cutter was done at the groomers and Teague was asked to pick him up. When he did he realized the groomer had been crying. Teague hates dealing with woman's tears. But Cutter won't let him go till he finds out what's wrong.
Laney after a few minutes tells him about her friend Amber that she lined up for a blind date is missing. No one the police or even her friend's family think anything is wrong.
Amber has sent text messages from her phone and even email saying she is going away with a guy. Laney knows their is something not write about the texts. When she texts back asking questions they are never answered either. Amber always texts and called her everyday. She has not done anything for Amber to behave differently with her.
Teague tells her that his company can help. That they don't charge anything but if they take the case they don't quit until it is solved or the client tells them to quit. Teague has never taken a client to his boss before. His boss has rules about what cases and when to show where their office is.
Quinn listens to Laney and Teague tell her problem, then when Teague tells Quinn that Cutter really decided that Laney needs their help. Quinn agrees right then to take Laney's case. They will find out if Amber is just with a new boyfriend and in love or if something else is wrong.
The story builds slowly till you are in deep into the story. I like Cutter and would to read the others stories about him. I like that Laney is trying to do everything to find her friend. She notices that the information in the texts are not right. Laney cares about Amber and is willing to do anything to find her. Has lots of drama and some action. Lots of good guys. Couple of Love scenes that I skipped over.
I would also like to read more about the Foxworth Foundation and see all that they do to help others. What a great idea. Reminds me of the old tv series Equalizer kind of.
I was given this ebook to read and asked to give honest review of it by Netgalley.
07/01/2013 PUB Harlequin Romantic Suspense 288 pages ISBN:9780373278299
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When a loved one goes missing...and no one believes you...
Weeping in front of customers isn't Laney Adams's style. She would have gone unnoticed if Security expert Teague Johnson hadn't come to her grooming shop to pick up his boss's dog, Cutter. Something about Teague-or maybe it's the uncannily perceptive canine-compels her to open up about her best friend who's gone missing and how she feels responsible. The confession reminds Teague of his own secret guilt. He can't turn away. With the help of the Foxworth Foundation-and Cutter-Laney and Teague launch a dangerous search that leads to unexpected twists...and undeniable passion.
March 2, 2024
I’ve really enjoyed this series so far. I’m sure each book can be read as a standalone, but I think it’s better if you at least read book one first that sets up the story.
Laney knew something had happened to her best friend. The two were always texting back and forth. The two would never miss a planned get together without calling, or texting in advance to say why. Laney got a strange text from Amber, and she just knew it was a call for help. Amber also missed a Girls day out. Laney went to the Police but got nowhere. Laney started her business as a dog groomer. She was in her shop alone, and broke down in tears after she had finished cleaning up Cutter. Teague could tell Laney had been crying when he came to pick up Cutter. The dog was cute, and in his own doggie way wouldn’t leave until he got Laney to tell Teague what was going on. Teague works for the Foxworthy foundation. They find people who are kidnapped, or help others that need help all for free. The foundation is impressive to say the least. Quinn and Hailey who are in charge of Foxworthy agree to help find Amber. I loved the sparks that zinged between Teague, and Laney throughout the story. I also enjoyed the suspense of the story. This book didn’t have as much action as the first two books did, but it was still a good book.
Laney knew something had happened to her best friend. The two were always texting back and forth. The two would never miss a planned get together without calling, or texting in advance to say why. Laney got a strange text from Amber, and she just knew it was a call for help. Amber also missed a Girls day out. Laney went to the Police but got nowhere. Laney started her business as a dog groomer. She was in her shop alone, and broke down in tears after she had finished cleaning up Cutter. Teague could tell Laney had been crying when he came to pick up Cutter. The dog was cute, and in his own doggie way wouldn’t leave until he got Laney to tell Teague what was going on. Teague works for the Foxworthy foundation. They find people who are kidnapped, or help others that need help all for free. The foundation is impressive to say the least. Quinn and Hailey who are in charge of Foxworthy agree to help find Amber. I loved the sparks that zinged between Teague, and Laney throughout the story. I also enjoyed the suspense of the story. This book didn’t have as much action as the first two books did, but it was still a good book.
September 27, 2013
This book is the 3rd Cutter Code’s series and is basically focuses on dog who possessed the instinct to help those who is in need. This time, the book focuses on Laney; Cutter’s groomer whose best friend is missing and she gotten some funny messages from her. When Teague went to fetch Cutter at the shop, he saw Laney is crying and over a cup of coffee, Laney spilt out her worries and doubts. Cutter have make known to him that they should help her and soon, his employer is agreeable to help. Throughout the operation to find Amber, Teague and Laney’s relationship get closer and soon, they found that they are attracted to each other. But Teague have a past which lead to who he is today.
I like the main character of the story. Teague is certainly having personal issues especially the way his parent blame him for the death of his sister as well as the issues of the death of his comrade in the war. He closed himself up so that he will not hurt other people and himself ever again. He is also very much a private person but the fact that he spilled his story to Laney showed that the importance of Laney in his life be it that whether he acknowledged it or not. Overall, this book is a good and solid read to me and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it very much.
I like the main character of the story. Teague is certainly having personal issues especially the way his parent blame him for the death of his sister as well as the issues of the death of his comrade in the war. He closed himself up so that he will not hurt other people and himself ever again. He is also very much a private person but the fact that he spilled his story to Laney showed that the importance of Laney in his life be it that whether he acknowledged it or not. Overall, this book is a good and solid read to me and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it very much.
August 13, 2024
This book was emotional, full of action and sweet.
Weeping in front of customers isn’t Laney Adams thing. Except when security expert Teague comes into her groomer’s shop to pick up his boss’s dog Cutter. Laney tells Teague that her friend has gone missing even though the police don’t quite believe her. Teague enlists the help of his boss and others to find Laney’s friend. Teague begins to see Laney as more than a client while helping look for her friend. He doesn’t think it’s responsible to be falling for her while working the case. His boss’s dog Cutter pushes them together showing them how right they are for each other. This book had action, spice and a great mystery. I liked reading this book.
Weeping in front of customers isn’t Laney Adams thing. Except when security expert Teague comes into her groomer’s shop to pick up his boss’s dog Cutter. Laney tells Teague that her friend has gone missing even though the police don’t quite believe her. Teague enlists the help of his boss and others to find Laney’s friend. Teague begins to see Laney as more than a client while helping look for her friend. He doesn’t think it’s responsible to be falling for her while working the case. His boss’s dog Cutter pushes them together showing them how right they are for each other. This book had action, spice and a great mystery. I liked reading this book.
March 8, 2025
Working with Cutter
Teague had worked for the Foxmore Company about two yeas. He enjoyed his job and knew they did good work. When he met Laney he was running an errand to pick up Cutter, the office dog, from his groomer. This is where all the excitement started and you will enjoy every page of this suspenseful story. This book has Suspence, love, mystery and a very smart dog. All ages will enjoy it.
Teague had worked for the Foxmore Company about two yeas. He enjoyed his job and knew they did good work. When he met Laney he was running an errand to pick up Cutter, the office dog, from his groomer. This is where all the excitement started and you will enjoy every page of this suspenseful story. This book has Suspence, love, mystery and a very smart dog. All ages will enjoy it.
April 29, 2024
Not as good as book #2, this was still an entertaining story. It's also not chock full of action, if that's what you're looking for; the emphasis is much more on the relationships between the characters.
June 11, 2020
GREAT STORY
I have read several stories by Justine Davis and have never been disappointed, the stories are always interesting and we'll written..
I have read several stories by Justine Davis and have never been disappointed, the stories are always interesting and we'll written..
January 8, 2022
This is the 1st book I read by Justine Davis. The only thing I liked about this story 📖 was Cutter 🐕. I'm the storyline didn't grab my interest.
July 16, 2022
3.5 stars
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Cutter's Code (Book #3)
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Cutter's Code (Book #3)
March 22, 2015
No one believes her when she told the police that her best friend was missing but is until he comes to pick up Cutter from a day of grooming. Now she will be able to ease her mind and see if her friend is really missing or if she is just having a little bit of fun.
When I started reading this story I really thought I was going to be able to read it non stop but that was not the case. I know that there was a twist in the story but I couldn’t find myself just getting into the story. I really don’t know if maybe I couldn’t connect with the characters because I know that the storyline had possibilities. I know that there was a slow build up in them actually being together and no I don’t mean intimately. I know that sometimes that is great because they get to know each other before anything happens between them but I just couldn’t see them together. I do have to say that I loved the part of Cutter and how he would signal that something was not right with her or when he needed to make a move on her.
Laney is worried about her best friend from the moment she received a strange text message from her and then when her cell phone wouldn’t take any calls. She was worried and no one was taking her seriously that was until Teague showed up at her grooming pet business to pick up Cutter. Teague knows that something is majorly wrong not because of what he heard from Laney but because of how Cutter is reacting to Laney. The dog is what I would like to call or how he called him a wizard, it seems that he can read not only his owners feelings but other’s people feelings also. He knows that Laney is distraught and that Foxworth Foundation should help Laney in finding Amber. As they start investigating her disappearance they know that Amber is really in trouble and that there is a possibility that she may already be dead.
Operation Blind Date even though I couldn’t get into the story was still an okay read. I do recommend readers that love suspense with a hint of romance to pick it up because you might like it. Just because maybe I couldn’t get into it doesn’t mean that maybe you may love it.
Received ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an Honest Review
When I started reading this story I really thought I was going to be able to read it non stop but that was not the case. I know that there was a twist in the story but I couldn’t find myself just getting into the story. I really don’t know if maybe I couldn’t connect with the characters because I know that the storyline had possibilities. I know that there was a slow build up in them actually being together and no I don’t mean intimately. I know that sometimes that is great because they get to know each other before anything happens between them but I just couldn’t see them together. I do have to say that I loved the part of Cutter and how he would signal that something was not right with her or when he needed to make a move on her.
Laney is worried about her best friend from the moment she received a strange text message from her and then when her cell phone wouldn’t take any calls. She was worried and no one was taking her seriously that was until Teague showed up at her grooming pet business to pick up Cutter. Teague knows that something is majorly wrong not because of what he heard from Laney but because of how Cutter is reacting to Laney. The dog is what I would like to call or how he called him a wizard, it seems that he can read not only his owners feelings but other’s people feelings also. He knows that Laney is distraught and that Foxworth Foundation should help Laney in finding Amber. As they start investigating her disappearance they know that Amber is really in trouble and that there is a possibility that she may already be dead.
Operation Blind Date even though I couldn’t get into the story was still an okay read. I do recommend readers that love suspense with a hint of romance to pick it up because you might like it. Just because maybe I couldn’t get into it doesn’t mean that maybe you may love it.
Received ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an Honest Review
June 2, 2013
Where to start?
LOVED IT!!
Ok this one is about some friends (Laney & Amber) who share everything via text or talking. When Amber goes missing no one will believe Hailey that anything is wrong. A few weird text messages dont make a missing person.
Enter Cutter a lovable dog with a special gift who pushes together Teague Johnson and Laney the dog groomer. Teague isnt sure if he really believes her friend is missing but agrees to take her to someone to help.
Foxworth Foundation is that place to help. The ultimate of secrecy in the open. They do what the authorities can't or won't. (The characters in Foxworth Foundation deserve their own books. I would love to read their stories.)
The play between the main characters is funny and so believable that you feel that they are your friends halfway into the book. You want to go in and help with this investigation. Towards the end, without giving anything away, the tension is building and the author makes you believe one thing to be twisted into believing 180 degrees of that. Your not sure what is going to happen and you will start to read faster just to get to the end.
I have to go back to read it again becauseI think I skipped some of it to get to the meat of it.
Your going to love this book. Especially if your a dog lover. Cutter is everyones dream dog.
LOVED IT!!
Ok this one is about some friends (Laney & Amber) who share everything via text or talking. When Amber goes missing no one will believe Hailey that anything is wrong. A few weird text messages dont make a missing person.
Enter Cutter a lovable dog with a special gift who pushes together Teague Johnson and Laney the dog groomer. Teague isnt sure if he really believes her friend is missing but agrees to take her to someone to help.
Foxworth Foundation is that place to help. The ultimate of secrecy in the open. They do what the authorities can't or won't. (The characters in Foxworth Foundation deserve their own books. I would love to read their stories.)
The play between the main characters is funny and so believable that you feel that they are your friends halfway into the book. You want to go in and help with this investigation. Towards the end, without giving anything away, the tension is building and the author makes you believe one thing to be twisted into believing 180 degrees of that. Your not sure what is going to happen and you will start to read faster just to get to the end.
I have to go back to read it again becauseI think I skipped some of it to get to the meat of it.
Your going to love this book. Especially if your a dog lover. Cutter is everyones dream dog.
July 3, 2013
This an enjoyable romantic suspense. Teague has two personal tragedies in his life and still fills guilt-ridden about them. He begins to connect with Laney as they work together to find her missing best friend, Amber.
The suspense part of the book had some twists that I didn't suspect. The book flew quickly as operatives from the Foxworth Foundation work quickly to locate Amber.
The book ended with Teague and Amber in a good place. They clearly know that they want to be together forever but there was no need for a marriage proposal. Not yet anyway.
Finally, I would like to mention Cutter, the highly, super-intelligent canine that commanded Teague and Foxworth help Laney. Also, he's a matchmaker, helping Laney and Teague to their HEA.
This is book #3 in a series. I was not confused by starting with this book.
When you read this book, please, please, please read the dedication. It was submitted by reader in honor of her beloved childhood dog.
ARC provided by publisher via NetGalley.
The suspense part of the book had some twists that I didn't suspect. The book flew quickly as operatives from the Foxworth Foundation work quickly to locate Amber.
The book ended with Teague and Amber in a good place. They clearly know that they want to be together forever but there was no need for a marriage proposal. Not yet anyway.
Finally, I would like to mention Cutter, the highly, super-intelligent canine that commanded Teague and Foxworth help Laney. Also, he's a matchmaker, helping Laney and Teague to their HEA.
This is book #3 in a series. I was not confused by starting with this book.
When you read this book, please, please, please read the dedication. It was submitted by reader in honor of her beloved childhood dog.
ARC provided by publisher via NetGalley.
July 5, 2013
Full review on my blog.
Even though this is the third book in Davis's Cutter's Code series, it worked just fine as a stand-alone. It's my first book by this author, but it won't be my last--I enjoyed the characters quite a bit (Teague and Laney were well written, and I especially liked the camaraderie between the people working at the Foundation--and loved Cutter, of course), and have already added the first two in the series to my TBR list. Operation Blind Date was an entertaining read that kept me turning the pages; a fun, lazy summer day read. Even though the romance wasn't *really* in suspense, the mystery was pretty good; the author threw in a few twists to the plot that I didn't see coming ahead of time.
I received a copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.)
Even though this is the third book in Davis's Cutter's Code series, it worked just fine as a stand-alone. It's my first book by this author, but it won't be my last--I enjoyed the characters quite a bit (Teague and Laney were well written, and I especially liked the camaraderie between the people working at the Foundation--and loved Cutter, of course), and have already added the first two in the series to my TBR list. Operation Blind Date was an entertaining read that kept me turning the pages; a fun, lazy summer day read. Even though the romance wasn't *really* in suspense, the mystery was pretty good; the author threw in a few twists to the plot that I didn't see coming ahead of time.
I received a copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.)
September 23, 2013
Great premise - this is the 3rd book in the Cutter's Code series. It does stand alone, but probably would have been better to have read the others, as they seem to overlap characters and setting. Cutter is a dog, and he is not the male lead. He's a dog that can influence people, especially those in the Foxworth Foundation. Foxworth takes on intriguing cases and keeps at them until solved unless the client changes his/her wishes.
The story line was good, the pacing even, the characters engaging (especially the male lead), the dialogue intelligent and the setting well drawn. The romance proceeded predictably, but the happily ever after was satisfying.
I would definitely consider this author again. I gave it 4 stars because it was well written and made me interested in reading the series.
*I received my copy from NetGalley.com in exchange for an honest review.
The story line was good, the pacing even, the characters engaging (especially the male lead), the dialogue intelligent and the setting well drawn. The romance proceeded predictably, but the happily ever after was satisfying.
I would definitely consider this author again. I gave it 4 stars because it was well written and made me interested in reading the series.
*I received my copy from NetGalley.com in exchange for an honest review.
February 17, 2014
I used to love Justine Davis (or Justine Dare as she was briefly in the 1980s) but although the romance genre has changed, her style hasn't kept pace. The conflict of "oh, he is so wonderful, he couldn't possibly be interested in little old me" is tiresome, especially when the heroine doesn't seem to have any noticeable flaws. I'm much more interested in kick-ass heroines who know their worth, and if the hero doesn't seem to be interested that's his loss, not hers.
The magical dog who finds the next case for the Leverage-type do-gooder justice league and does matchmaking in his spare time doesn't bother me - I'll suspend my disbelief for a good animal story - but please come up with some better conflict than a situation that could have been addressed through one good conversation.
The magical dog who finds the next case for the Leverage-type do-gooder justice league and does matchmaking in his spare time doesn't bother me - I'll suspend my disbelief for a good animal story - but please come up with some better conflict than a situation that could have been addressed through one good conversation.
August 3, 2013
A cute read; like all Harlequin novels it is a bit predictable but that doesn't make it any less enjoyable. Cutter, the dog, is an interesting character and I could see the appeal in reading the other books in the series. I would have loved to read more about Amber and what happened but I'm not surprised it wasn't covered in this book.
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February 26, 2015
Not bad but nowhere as good as the first book in the series. Cutter has gotten a little too Lassie like to be tolerable and my annoyance over his seeming omnipotence took away from the story in my opinion. I liked Teague. I've liked him from Operation Midnight. Laney I could give or take. This isn't unusual. I rarely connect with the heroine.
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December 29, 2014"Davis puts an adorable dog and a likable hero at the heart of this charming story, propelled by sympathetic, genuine characters and fast-paced, intriguing plot." RT Book Reviews, rated 4 stars
Miniseries: Cutter's Code
Category: Suspense
Miniseries: Cutter's Code
Category: Suspense
July 4, 2013
I love Justine Davis and this series is one of the reasons why. Cutter is like no character you have ever read. The stories are all suspenseful and romantic and just happy, light, spicy reading. Please, Justine, can the next one be about Charlie!? I am dying in anticipation.
August 8, 2013
I've always loved Justine Davis's books. Cutter's Code is a fun series. I thought Operation Blind Date was perfect romantic suspense. Loved how hard Teague and Laney fought to stay apart and how Cutter wasn't having any of it. Can't wait for more in the series.
October 13, 2013
I absolutely loved this read. Adding this astounding dog was a great theme all thru this book.Got thru it pretty fast partly because it was hard to put down. Great ending.
October 11, 2016
This one is been my favorite so far. I love the story of how they met, how they relied on each other and how she wouldn't give up on him!
October 8, 2013
Cutter the dog up to his matchmaking tricks.
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