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Texas Code #1
Code of Honor
Graeme McAlister has returned home to Texas to discover why his foster brother overdosed on morphine and crashed the company jet. The idea makes no sense, but the NTSB and coroner's reports both confirm suicide. Graeme's determined to unearth the truth and return to Washington, D.C. but, when he sees his brother's widow, will he be able to handle the biggest revelation of all?
A widow at the age of twenty-eight, Maggie Benning, resolves to establish a successful and independent life for herself and her five-year-old son, Andy. Her initial goal is getting back her RN job at the hospital ER where she was accused of stealing the drugs that killed her husband ten months ago. She's reconstructing her shattered life when Graeme McAlister comes back to McTiernan, Texas and stirs up old memories and feelings she thought long buried. Can she overcome past hurt and loss of trust to accept the possibility of a new love in her life?
A widow at the age of twenty-eight, Maggie Benning, resolves to establish a successful and independent life for herself and her five-year-old son, Andy. Her initial goal is getting back her RN job at the hospital ER where she was accused of stealing the drugs that killed her husband ten months ago. She's reconstructing her shattered life when Graeme McAlister comes back to McTiernan, Texas and stirs up old memories and feelings she thought long buried. Can she overcome past hurt and loss of trust to accept the possibility of a new love in her life?
208 pages, ebook
First published July 14, 2013
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About the author
Carra Copelin
32 books35 followers Carra Copelin is an Amazon best selling author who writes award winning contemporary and historical romantic suspense about Texans set in Texas. No matter the murder, mystery, or mayhem that may surround or involve the hero and heroine, every story revolves around their romance and family.
She's a member of Romance Writers of America and Yellow Rose Romance Writers, plus she regularly contributes to Smart Girls Read Romance and Sweethearts of the West Blogs.
She and her hero live in North Central Texas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex where they enjoy their family and grandchildren. In addition to writing and researching with her fabulous critique partners, she enjoys playing bridge, crochet, and genealogy. Find her on her website, blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads and Wattpad.
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She's a member of Romance Writers of America and Yellow Rose Romance Writers, plus she regularly contributes to Smart Girls Read Romance and Sweethearts of the West Blogs.
She and her hero live in North Central Texas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex where they enjoy their family and grandchildren. In addition to writing and researching with her fabulous critique partners, she enjoys playing bridge, crochet, and genealogy. Find her on her website, blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads and Wattpad.
She loves to hear from readers at carra @ carracopelin (dot) com
Please sign up for her newsletter on her website or blog for new releases and contests. And if you enjoyed this book, please leave a review at Amazon and/or Barnes and Noble.
http://carracopelin.com
http://carra-copelin.blogspot.com
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June 2, 2016
The official reports say he committed suicide after a drug overdose while flying the company jet. She lost her job and a respected RN when she was accused of stealing the drugs her husband took. Uncover operative, Graeme McAlister doesn’t believe any of it and he is back in Texas to uncover the truth that has eluded the officials. His gut says his brother did not kill himself just as adamantly as it knows that Maggie, the widowed mother did not steal the drugs that took her husband’s life. What neither of them expected was that old feelings from long ago may be re-kindled and they could get a second chance at the love they let go.
Hang on tight as Carra Copelin takes us into a sinister world of deceit, death and danger in Code of Honor as two determined people join forces to uncover the truth that has torn lives apart and left scars of doubt in a small Texas town. Part mystery, part romance and completely engaging, Ms. Copelin fills each scene in deep detail until you become part of this twisted tale as it is playing out. For romance lovers who enjoy the re-kindling of love and the re-growing of trust, it’s here between Graeme and Maggie. Add a sweet child to the mix and even the coldest heart will begin to melt. As the danger mounts, and the tension increases don’t be surprised if you find yourself holding your breath! From start to finish be prepared for the unexpected as the suspense unfolds.
I received this copy from Carra Copelin in exchange for my honest review.
Series: Texas Code - Book 1
Publication Date: July 16, 2013
Publisher: Carra Copelin
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Print Length: 208 pages
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Anthology: Summer Solstice: When Friends Become Lovers (Expected publication: June 21st 2016 )
For Reviews & More: http://tometender.blogspot.com
Hang on tight as Carra Copelin takes us into a sinister world of deceit, death and danger in Code of Honor as two determined people join forces to uncover the truth that has torn lives apart and left scars of doubt in a small Texas town. Part mystery, part romance and completely engaging, Ms. Copelin fills each scene in deep detail until you become part of this twisted tale as it is playing out. For romance lovers who enjoy the re-kindling of love and the re-growing of trust, it’s here between Graeme and Maggie. Add a sweet child to the mix and even the coldest heart will begin to melt. As the danger mounts, and the tension increases don’t be surprised if you find yourself holding your breath! From start to finish be prepared for the unexpected as the suspense unfolds.
I received this copy from Carra Copelin in exchange for my honest review.
Series: Texas Code - Book 1
Publication Date: July 16, 2013
Publisher: Carra Copelin
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Print Length: 208 pages
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Anthology: Summer Solstice: When Friends Become Lovers (Expected publication: June 21st 2016 )
For Reviews & More: http://tometender.blogspot.com
September 16, 2013
Carra Copelin's Code of honor gives us an wonderful story .. of a family brought back together after a very tragic death..Greame McAlister comes back home to the family ranch to help his family..find out why his brother committed suicide by taking a drug overdose while flying a plane..The love of his life still lives there Maggie Benning Who was married to his brother!! But is now a widow with a child.. I was drawn into the intrigue in this book I felt as if I was there with them.. I would Definitely read other books by Carra Copelin
September 16, 2013
This reminded me so much of the early books by Sandra Brown.
Graeme and Maggie have known each other for years, but finally have a chance at making a life together, if they stay alive long enough!
Love develops during the solving of a mystery (without lots of gore). Likable characters, true friends, lovers you admire, clear cut good guys versus bad guys, with a sad death thrown in to keep it real. Clues embedded throughout the story lead you to the conclusion you were hoping for.
Thanks for the Goodreads giveaway. My first chance to read the work of this author. Looking forward to her next book (with a character from this one)!
Graeme and Maggie have known each other for years, but finally have a chance at making a life together, if they stay alive long enough!
Love develops during the solving of a mystery (without lots of gore). Likable characters, true friends, lovers you admire, clear cut good guys versus bad guys, with a sad death thrown in to keep it real. Clues embedded throughout the story lead you to the conclusion you were hoping for.
Thanks for the Goodreads giveaway. My first chance to read the work of this author. Looking forward to her next book (with a character from this one)!
October 31, 2013
I won a copy of Code of Honor from the author, Carra Copelin, through a Goodreads giveaway (a big thank you by the way). The book is based on Graeme coming home to solve the mystery surrounding the death of his foster brother Wyatt. Graeme must also unravel and sort out his past with Wyatt’s widow. I became vested in the story quite quickly. Character development was good, engaging. A mystery and love story all rolled into one. A delightful and easy read.
This was my first time reading a book written by Carra Copelin, and I am looking forward to the next in the series.
This was my first time reading a book written by Carra Copelin, and I am looking forward to the next in the series.
June 2, 2015
I received Code of Honor through first reads in exchange for an honest review. I really enjoyed reading this book. I liked the characters. Graeme and Maggie are easy to relate to and they seem realistic. I enjoyed their journey and thought that it was wrapped up nicely. Overall it was a great read!
June 9, 2018
Code of Honor! Book 1
A wonderful beginning to a new series. Well written, good storyline and characters that played their parts well. Looking forward to the next one. JudyE
A wonderful beginning to a new series. Well written, good storyline and characters that played their parts well. Looking forward to the next one. JudyE
June 10, 2019
A million to one
Can Graeme find out what really happened to his brother?
Can Maggie every learn to trust and love again?
Suspense, intrigue and a good storyline with a ending you'll love.
Can Graeme find out what really happened to his brother?
Can Maggie every learn to trust and love again?
Suspense, intrigue and a good storyline with a ending you'll love.
January 9, 2015
The name choices were so hard to read, not sure why they had to be so out there in difference. I did like the storyline, however, the relationship between Graeme and Maggie moved very fast for the situation they were in. Not sure how I feel about this one.
June 5, 2015
I read this book as part of the '9 ways to fall in love' anthology. It was ok. I liked the characters, but didn't see how all the secret ops guys could miss so much of what was going on.
April 18, 2017
This is my first read from this Author
This story was awesome. Characters developed nicely. The storyline was suspenseful, humorous, loving, loyality and held up with family ties. Held my interest from cover to cover. It was a super weekend read for me. Can't wait for the next book. I won an ebook of my choice from this Author.
This story was awesome. Characters developed nicely. The storyline was suspenseful, humorous, loving, loyality and held up with family ties. Held my interest from cover to cover. It was a super weekend read for me. Can't wait for the next book. I won an ebook of my choice from this Author.
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