True Honor (Uncommon Heroes, Book 3) [Paperback]

Dee Henderson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 19, 2005

CIA officer Darcy St. James is after a man who knew September 11 would happen—a man who chose to profit from the knowledge. Navy SEAL Sam “Cougar” Houston is busy: The intelligence Darcy is generating has his team deploying around the world. Under the pressure of war, their romance flourishes. But it may be a short relationship: for the terrorists have chosen their next targets, and Darcy's name is high on the list.

Uncommon Heroes: Welcome to a world where friendships go deep, loyalties stand strong, and uncommon heroes perform the toughest jobs in the world. Dee Henderson's military romance series provides a detailed passage into the world of the military and homeland heroes, and those they love.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

This absorbing third entry in Henderson's Uncommon Heroes series exemplifies why Henderson, a wildly successful CBA novelist, is dominating this market's paperback fiction bestseller list. Darcy St. James, aka "Hound Dog," is a strong yet vulnerable retired top-notch spy for the CIA. When current events pull her back into active duty, her path crosses that of Chief Petty Officer and Navy SEAL Sam Houston, aka "Cougar." Their romance, while inevitable, is endearing; Sam has "always prayed to meet an interesting woman," and he finds one in Darcy. There's a bounty on Darcy's head, however, and the suspense builds as she eludes her attackers throughout the novel. Darcy is admirably cast as a strong, career-minded, middle-aged woman a combination that is rare in CBA novels. Henderson has conquered a problem she had with heavy dialogue in previous novels and also cut down on the dense military jargon without losing the flavor of the series. The story is chock-full of fresh details, fine descriptions and unexpected plot twists. It's not without pitfalls, however: the amount of Scripture swapping that goes on between Darcy and Sam may feel a bit awkward to all but the most hardcore evangelical reader, as will numerous italicized conversations with God. There are some unusual terms not referenced in the glossary ("chocolate chip cammies"); a retelling of September 11 is rather bland and emotionless; and the last chapter feels unnecessary. But overall, this novel is Henderson's best work to date.
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About the Author

Dee Henderson is the author of fourteen best-selling novels including the acclaimed O'Malley series and the Uncommon Heroes series. As a leader in the inspirational romantic suspense category, her books have won or been nominated for several prestigious industry awards including the RWA's RITA Award, the Christy Award, the ECPA Gold Medallion, the Holt Medallion, the National Readers' Choice Award, and the Golden Quill. Dee is a lifelong resident of Illinois and is active online. Visit her at [www.deehenderson.com].

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. (October 19, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1414310641
• ISBN-13: 978-1414310640
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #389,081 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Dee Henderson is the author of 14 best-selling novels, including the acclaimed O'Malley series and the Uncommon Heroes series. As a leader in the inspirational romantic suspense category, her books have won or been nominated for several prestigious industry awards, including the RWA's RITA Award, the Christy Award, the ECPA Gold Medallion, the Holt Medallion, the National Readers' Choice Award, and the Golden Quill. Dee is a lifelong resident of Illinois and is active online. Visit her at www.deehenderson.com.

Customer Reviews

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This series keeps getting better, September 19, 2002

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"tmh72" (Broken Arrow, OK United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: True Honor (Uncommon Heroes, Book 3) (Paperback)

I know that many will consider this heresy, but I think I like the Uncommon Heroes series even better than the O'Malleys. (Though the O'Malley series is really good!) I really liked this look behind the scenes at terrorism and how 2 people of faith handled the events of Sept. 11th. I always feel proud to be an American and know there are men and women like the ones Dee Henderson writes about out there serving our country. This one talked about the price those heroes pay mentally. I enjoyed it.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love those military men, July 9, 2003

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Miranda Lutes (Nappanee, IN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: True Honor (Uncommon Heroes, Book 3) (Paperback)

Only Dee Henderson can create characters like Sam (Navy SEAL) strong , tough, brave soldier willing to run into the face of danger stare it down and destroy it. And yet give them a charming, comical sensitive side! (Henderson)tackles the tough subject of 9/11 from the perspective of the military and CIA officals, giving the reader new insight of what may have happend behind the scenes of one of America's worst tragedy. In the mist of the storm love begins to blossom between Darcy (CIA Agent) and Sam (Navy's elite force SEAL) a must read for all fans of romance, drama and last but not least the brave men and women who defend our great country and freedoms we cherish.

Hats off to all who hold a position in the United States military, our flags will forever waive in your honor.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Enthralling Romantic Fiction, October 22, 2002

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Sheri Melnick (Enola, PA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: True Honor (Uncommon Heroes, Book 3) (Paperback)

Increasingly popular author Dee Henderson has received critical acclaims for her romance novels with a Christian theme. Her latest, book number three in the uncommon heroes series, is another winner, chock full of espionage, twisted plot turns, and a view of the life of a CIA agent.

Darcy St. James has been retired from the CIA for two years, but when fellow agent Gabriel calls her back to service for one assignment, she cannot refuse. Agreeing to meet former Russian spy, Sergey Alexandrov, at a Florida hotel, Darcy embarks on her assignment. But when the meeting goes awry, Sam Houston,a Navy SEAL she just met, come to her aid.

Darcy's views on retirement are suddenly and irrevocably altered when two days later, planes crash into the twin towers. With the sudden deaths of some CIA colleagues added to the Trade Center disaster, Darcy decides to come out of retirement and help her former agency anyway she can. Her intelligence efforts lead her to repeated encounters with Sam, and their relationship seems to flourish, despite time and distance constraints. Can their relationship survive this war on terror, as they treasure the little time they can spend together?

Ms. Henderson has succeeded admirably in building stepping stones of romance and intrigue with a plot that thickens as the novel progresses. Most fascinating is the bird's eye view of an intelligence agent's work, and the countless hours of investigation and surveillance that are essential when trying to locate the perpetrator. Mixed in with the creative story line are scripture references that have direct bearing on the Sam and Darcy's lives. Fans of Christian romance will be pleased with the characters' focus on their faiths. And those readers of all romance fiction should find much to like in this enthralling novel where the biblical passages show a hidden depth of the main players.