Her Kind Of Hero

Her Kind Of Hero
Carol Steward

A SINGLE DAD, A SON…A FAMILY?Calli Giovanni wanted nothing to do with romance–or the law. But persistent policeman Luke Northrup wouldn't give up.His warm smile and tender embrace chased the shadows from her heart and brought peace to her troubled soul. In Luke's happy home, she found herself part of a loving family as the dedicated single dad showed Calli how bright her future could be.For years, Calli had struggled, seeking justice for her brother's senseless murder. A daring, secret quest that had put her at odds with the law. But did she have the courage to put away the past? And to surrender her secrets to Luke…and to love?

Table of Contents

Cover Page (#ued6bb3bf-8c10-57b0-a5a8-480ff2479e02)

Excerpt (#uc01c75b9-8669-5276-9d6d-bfdec1dbb252)

About the Author (#ua5431611-4ada-5c94-b0a5-2b54400ff0cb)

Title Page (#u1129aa7b-a9c2-55e0-9f02-4ac54f7d376a)

Dedication (#ub2df9c4e-f25d-532a-b23c-caaf985e1e96)

Acknowledgments (#u4ffb77b9-85c4-5e32-bc65-4892fd1c613f)

Chapter One (#ueeebbd81-54c1-53da-9377-f312c8ab88fc)

Chapter Two (#u46c2e5b9-5d16-5118-b9d8-22ef7b32319d)

Chapter Three (#uade0fb5a-ccce-5070-a30e-45da779e24bd)

Chapter Four (#ue966c145-36fb-5aef-b146-30f5a71d8794)

Chapter Five (#u058f8de6-dd6b-5a14-91b7-afc3121396b1)

Chapter Six (#u3632cd07-0ddc-5b98-9316-13cda91dc945)

Chapter Seven (#ua2771f35-9e6b-5123-b883-7dcac46d17b8)

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For the moment, there were no shadows across Calli’s heart.

Only a warm, sunny glow. One that had faded long, long ago.

She relaxed, snug in police officer Luke Northrup’s safe embrace.

This was what she needed, Calli realized. Luke. Witty and compassionate, stubborn yet funny, he knew who and what he was. He had his priorities straight—fatherhood first, law enforcement second—and he didn’t require anyone to affirm his convictions.

Yes, Sergeant Luke Northrup was a man of integrity.

Calli sadly backed away from him.

For the last thing he needed was a woman with none.

CAROL STEWARD

Carol Steward has always been creative. She says, “When I was sixteen, I bought my first key chain. It said Bloom Where You’re Planted, and I’ve tried to follow that advice ever since.” She eventually followed God’s leading to write inspirational stories about men and women overcoming insurmountable obstacles to find that special person who, along with Christ, can make their life complete.

Colorado has been home to Carol for more than thirty-two years. She and her husband have also lived in Wyoming and North Dakota. Their three teenagers keep their lives from becoming mundane. Together, their family enjoys sports, camping and discovering Colorado’s beauty.

Having volunteered for several organizations, Carol encourages others to strive to learn something from each opportunity. “Raising my family is a very rewarding priority in my life. Their love and encouragement continually inspires my own personal growth.”