By-the-book Secret Service Agent Joe Stonehouse is assigned to work with rebel Agent Luke Ludzecky on a task force to combat school violence. When they go undercover in Fairholm, NY, to a school flagged for an outbreak, they find that the institution is indeed in danger. But when Joe butts heads with principal Suzanna Quinn, and teacher Kelsey Cunningham gets close to her new student Luke, all … their personal lives are turned upside down. In Book 1, PROMISES TO KEEP, follow the fast-paced plot ripped straight from the headlines and bask in the love stories that will make you believe in romance.
Don’t miss all five books in the Lean On Me Series, heart-wrenching stories of teens in jeopardy and the adults who’ve dedicated their lives to helping them: PROMISES TO KEEP, MICHAEL’S FAMILY, TRUST IN ME, WHEN A MAN LOVES A WOMAN and A PRICE WORTH PAYING.
Praise for PROMISES TO KEEP:
“Shay does an admirable job with a difficult subject, writing about school violence with sensitivity and realism and without shying away from any of the hard issues, such as the balance between the students’ protection and their civil liberties.” Shelley Mosley Booklist
“Kathryn Shay’s storytelling grabbed me on page one and her characters held me until the very last word.” Barbara Bretton, USA TODAY bestselling author.
“Kathryn Shay is a master of her craft. PROMISES TO KEEP will hold you on the edge of your seat with an ending you’ll remember long after you turn the last page.” USA TODAY bestselling author Catherine Anderson.
“Kathryn Shay’s first mainstream romantic suspense is a gripping story that will haunt readers with its authenticity. And those who pick up a copy will find not one, but two absorbing romance threads, full of sensuality and fire. If ever the label of “sure thing” were deserved by a book, PROMISES TO KEEP is such a book.” The Romance Reader
“These are all living breathing people you might meet anywhere at any time. The action and suspense balance well with the love, so that neither plot is skimped upon. I eagerly await her next release.” Huntress Reviews
“A wonderful work of contemporary romance, with a plot ripped straight from the headlines. Kathryn Shay never disappoints.” NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Lisa Gardner
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This book deals with the touchy subject of school violence, but it is handled in a positive (although not very realistic) way. These are great characters who all carry some baggage. Overall a good read.
This was a great read with well defined characters and the excellent handling of some tough subjects. Really got into the story. It was long, but worth the wait to a HEA. Thanks.
I just couldn’t get into this book. I am not much on romance books.
This is a delightful romantic story but, more importantly, it should be a must-read for anyone concerned about violence in schools. An enlightening look at our public school systems.
This was lovely, if a bit heavy handed on the lessons we all should learn about how to keep schools safe and hold our youth in their emotional needs.
it held my interest all through the book. It was hard to put down.
Having taught in Chicago, held at gun point and approached by gang members too often to count, this story line rings true. I only wish the schools I taught in had the program and I taught in elementary schools. So glad you wrote this wonderful story that ended with a positive note.
This book was a page turner dealing with a very current issue going on at schools. Throw in two attractive Agents one younger and one a little older and you have a story that is hard to put down. A very good book.
Love Love Love this author.
Easy read & a page turner.
I was hooked from the first page. I felt like I was watching it happen.
I love everything written by Kathryn Shay. I become very invested in all of her characters and their families.
A wonderful story! The storyline is very realistic. Schools and today’s teenagers face so many struggles.
I started out being interested in the mystery in the book. Then the language took a downhill turn, and I quit reading it. It was very disappointing in that way, so I never really got into the whole thing because I don’t enjoy that kind of language.
Katherine Shay is always entertaining and tells a great story!
Awesome author!
The book was well thought out and realistic. This subject is a very difficult, with no easy answers to ending this huge problem.
Very interesting to watch the characters develop during this adventure
A though provoking story. I enjoyed this book , but it did.noy need
The explicit sex.
Kathryn Shay is a wonderful writer. Her characters are real, and they have important things to say.