From the bestselling author of Earnest and An Unexpected Grace comes a novel about a woman, a dog, and the hope and love that can emerge from tragedy . . . Two years ago, police officer Andrea Brady fell madly in love with a black-muzzled, slightly rumpled German shepherd who showed up at her house one misty autumn day. Now, with the brave and intuitive Justice as her expert K-9 drug sniffer, … her expert K-9 drug sniffer, she’s found an unbeatable partner. Then the unthinkable happens. A savage attack leaves a teenager dead and Andie trapped in every cop’s worst nightmare. Placed on administrative leave, she’s pursued by media and investigated by a deputy sheriff whose handling of the high-profile case could earn him a coveted promotion.
Haunted by self-doubt, Andie is in danger of losing everything—her career, her freedom, and the critically injured dog who’s her soul mate. But as she finds kind allies in her Puget Sound island community, the road back becomes a journey of healing for both Andie and her canine companion. And Andie learns important lessons about justice—and about Justice—as she struggles to find the courage to forgive herself and reclaim the gift of her life . . .
Praise for the novels of Kristin von Kreisler
“Kristin von Kreisler deftly spins a tale of human failings and canine devotion.”
—Susan Wilson
“In this terrific and uplifting novel, von Kreisler shows how the love between a dog and a person can prove transformative.” —Modern Dog Magazine
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“When a book as wonderful as A Healing Justice brings tears to my eyes and warms my heart I know I have a ‘keeper’ in hand. A Healing Justice is that kind of book. I have no doubt that I will read this book again and again because I personally experienced how a dog’s love and devotion can see you through the darkest days of your life.”
-#1 New York Times bestselling author Fern Michaels
A heartwarming story about a policewoman and her K-9 companion. Andrea Brady has been on the San Julian police force for seven years. For the past two years, a German Shepherd that wandered on to Andrea’s yard has become part of her life. No one claimed the shepherd and as dogs had been abandoned before in the area, Andrea kept him and named him Justice…it was love at first sight. After training, Justice has served her and the department faithfully as a drug sniffing K-9 officer. One night a local teenager attacked Andrea and Justice as they returned home and life for Andrea would never be the same. Justice was severely injured in the attack and Andrea is left dealing with the nightmare as she is hounded by the press and others who want her to be at fault. She will have to dig deep to heal with the help of Justice and her department. There is so much heartfelt emotion as Andrea describes the uncertainty she feels as to whether there was anything different that she could have done. She feels guilty for taking a life even though deep down she knows it was the only way for her to survive. I loved the way Ms. Von Kreisler gives Justice a voice in the story…his thoughts about the events that happen adds a sincere touch of humor. Whether you are an animal lover or not (I am), this is an amazing and thought provoking read. I received a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to give an honest review. (by paytonpuppy)
I loved this book very much UvU
I love books with dogs in a pivotal character. I really enjoyed this book.
Been a while since I read the book. I have read several book books and can’t remember. I do know it was a good book.
The portrayal of this dog made me want to have a German Shepherd. A wonderful portrayal of the bond humans and dogs have and the incredible intelligence and wisdom of dogs.
I really loved dogs- justice was a wonderful dog.
Excellent story, I’m always a fan of books involving animals and the author really draws you into the story.
wonderful
For me this was a solid five star book, I loved everything about it! It was well written, clean – no filthy language or explicit sex – it brought me to tears, just wonderful. I very seldom rate a book with five stars but this one definitely deserved that rating.
Great book!
this would have been a good novelette. i found it disappointing. The book is not about healing the dog, Justice, but about healing his owner. I struggle through most off the book as I was getting bored. I found myself hoping it would pick up any minute, which it did not. I would not recommend this book.