He’s content with “just friends.”
Barrett “Bear” Stanford doesn’t do relationships anymore. Not since losing his high school sweetheart to leukemia and another girlfriend to a car accident. A former SEAL, these days he’s satisfied driving a fire engine and volunteering at the children’s hospital with his therapy dog, Jammer. His fellow firefighters are his family now, and he won’t let them down.
down.
She craves a “forever love.”
Pediatrician Brinkley Collins is totally smitten with the handsome firefighter. It’s not just the kids who adore him and Jammer. For two years, she’s pushed the boundaries of their friendship, almost kissed him once, but Bear refuses to take the hint.
Wacky hospital fundraisers, a mysterious friend, and an accident…
Binkie can convince him to do just about anything, but he draws the line at modeling for a firefighter calendar. But he thinks he played into her plan when she ropes him into publishing a cookbook, prompting him to reevaluate his career. Then an accident–and a mysterious new friend–make him question his resolve to keep her tucked in the “friends” category. Makes him wonder how amazing life would be if she were by his side…forever.
Is his fledgling faith strong enough to help him overcome his fears and surrender his heart?
Fully surrendered, that’s what it will take. Because if he’s not all in, her dreams of a family might go up in smoke…
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When I heard book 3 of the Merriville Firefighter Heroes was up for pre-release, I was first in line to purchase. Having enjoyed the first two books in this faith based series written by one of my favorite writers, Dora Hiers, I knew Fully Surrendered would not disappoint. Friends to partners for life is one of my favorite troupes, so following hunky firefighter Bear and Doctor Brinkley’s path to their happily ever after was an enjoyable escape. This book can be read as a standalone. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves a clean and sweet romance.
Bear, firefighter and former Soldier, and Dr. Binkie had been friends for two years. He isn’t afraid to hurt her if he revels his true feelings. She is ready to settle down and have a family an si wishes Bear could return her feelings. Will they find their way to each other hearts?
Why when a guy is called Bear do I want to just cuddle them? Bear fears commitment and Dr Brinkley Collins, Binkie, wants forever. The question is can Bear overcome his fears before someone swoops in and steals Binkie out from under him. Trusting God is hard for everyone but especially when your faith is new. I really enjoyed this book.
I really liked this book and this series.
Characters are so real and the plot is a great HEA and has lessons from God.
This is a 5-star read.
A fantastic read that read that really pulled the heart strings. It’s a real page Turner. I love the World building and Character building as wel. The Scenes are written so well that I can vividly picture them in my mind. This would make a fantastic Movie. And I definitely recommend it.
Shauna Joesten
This was the perfect story of two best friends who were in love with each other but were afraid to rock the boat. I enjoyed reading how both Binkie and Bear also known as Dr Brinkly and Barrett were able to overcome their past hurts, put their faith in God, and fully surrender to his plans for their life. I also enjoyed the cute character of Mrs. Kraus or “Mrs. Claus” as she nudged Bear along with her wisdom and then seemed to disappear.
The epilogue was the perfect ending to this fun story. I liked the Scriptures that were mentioned in the story and felt that they really added to the telling of the story. I received an advance copy of this book and I willingly chose to write an honest review.
I received an ARC of this book from the author, Dora Hiers, via Bookfunnel and this is my voluntary and honest review. This is a wonderful Christian romance about Bear, an ex-Navy Seal now a firefighter, and Binkie, a pediatric doctor. They have been friends for years but both are afraid to declare their love for each other. It takes a push from Mrs. Kraus, a guardian angel, and her words of wisdom to Bear to get him to make a commitment. After their marriage, they move to Greece to spend time with Binkie’s family for two years while Bear goes to culinary school. After Bear completes his schooling and they are ready to go back home to the U.S., Bear is given some surprising news. What does he find out? You will have to read the book to get the answer. I highly recommend this book.
Wonderful story! Loved Bear and Binky’s story. I read this in one sitting, couldn’t put it down. Bear was full of fear because of past relationship’s. To see him work through that fear was awesome. Also, loved the encounters with Mrs. Kraus. Amazing things can happened when we fully surrender to God. If you like clean, faith based stories, you can’t go wrong with ‘Fully Surrendered ‘. I highly recommend! I received this book from the publisher. The thoughts and comments are my own.
Fully Surrendered is the heartwarming story of Bear and Doc Brink. two people that everyone else knew were right for each other. This book has a strong Christian message but is not at all preachy. I loved reading about Brinkley’s asking God if she should move on and her reminding Bear that God knows the number number of our days when he creates us. This book has a lot of great themes as this slow romance reaches its conclusion. I highly recommend this book.
This was a wonderful and sweet firefighter/doctor romance. These main characters were friends and they both had to have patience and overcome. I loved how they each turned to their faith for guidance.
I received an ARC of this book and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
How I love to visit Merriville and get to know more of the charming quaint community there. And characters that tug at your heartstrings! That’s exactly what Bear and Binki did! I love the cute nicknames they have but the powerful story that brings the two together and how together they can achieve so much. Possibly even love! A heartfelt story that will keep you turning the pages. Ms Hiers wows me again! Just love her ministry. I was given an advanced copy in exchange of my honest review. This story you will adore. Whimsical and charming indeed!!!
Bear had experienced great losses with people he loved and he became afraid to love, afraid that his love would be like a bad luck charm bringing harm to those he cared for. The problem was that Bear was in love with Brinkley, his best friend. This was a wonderful, sweet romance and it underscored God’s sovereignty in all things. I loved seeing how surrendering to truth set Bear free from his fear. It was a wonderful story! Highly recommend! I was entrusted a copy of this book by the author and this is my voluntary and honest review.
Fear Paralyzes
At times I wanted to pull my hair out…. why? We have two adults acting like teenagers. They are very much attracted to each other but for two looooong years, are afraid to let the other know. Both have suffered loss and allow their fears to rule and control them. So they stay in the friendship zone and become frustrated with themselves and each other for keeping their feelings at bay.
Learning to trust isn’t easy, especially when fear is allowed to cripple one. Doc Brinkley and Bear have to learn to trust G_d and release their fears to Him. After all, He is the One who numbers our days. Brinkie and Bear both learn that lesson with the help of a dear old lady who has a way of appearing and disappearing just at the right moments.
Throw in the mystery woman who knows the perfect time to show up, take friends who struggle with the friendship zone then add in learning to trust rather than fear, and you have a heartwarming story.
I savor anything written by this author, meaning I wait until I have enough time and brain space to fully immerse myself in the story. Fully Surrendered was so worth savoring. Bear and Brinkley have continued their friendship from earlier in the series, but Brinkley wants more and she’s weary from waiting. Bear is scared, just sure that loving Brinkley will cost her life. I love how this story illustrates that growing in Christ is continual. We sometimes forget that the point of salvation is just the beginning and that new things await as we learn more. The developing romance was sweet and tender. Loved it! I received an advance reader copy of this book and this is my honest opinion.
Bear is struggling with loss and fear of loss.
His good friend Doc Brink is wondering if they’ll only ever be “just friends.”
Friends to more is one of my favorite tropes (OK I’ve got many favorites) and this one is well done. It’s a great addition to the series!
In this uplifting story, Dora shares her faith through writing and graces us with her ability to create a page-turning tender romance that will warm your heart.
I received this copy free from the author and am under no obligation to leave a review. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am freely sharing my opinion.
What a great book. Lots of emotions and working through them. Super characters. Absolutely loved it. I received an advance reader copy. Opinions are my own.