Handle with Care is the first book in the Chase Care series by R.L Dunn. I have read all of the previous series and loved them. I was not disappointed by this book. Hunter and Selma are deeply in love after getting a second chance with each other later in life. When Selma has a sudden surprise she flees to Africa as part of a relief effort but she is not aware of the danger she will be in. This is a fantastic book, fast paced, exciting and full of intrigue. I thoroughly enjoyed it and cannot wait until book 2 comes out. I recommend to fans of romantic suspense.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juls Dickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJuls Dick2023-01-15 16:44:332023-01-17 08:26:14Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Juls Dick
Handle with care, hmmm one of my favorite books by Jodi Picoult. I HAD to read this one to see if the book lived up to its name. My goodness, did this book go about and beyond my expectations. Completely blew them out of the water. The emotions described in this book, from each main character to each other, to the pain/hurt/anguish towards their patients. I could not get enough. I swear I almost fell off my seat because I kept scooting forward as I was reading. I cannot wait to read more in this series, and any other books by this author!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Emily Noldenhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngEmily Nolden2023-01-13 14:04:292023-01-16 18:09:51Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Emily Nolden
I definitely found this book relatable. As a healthcare worker, you can never deal with grief the same as when you work in the field before or after quite the same as before choosing this profession. Also being from New Orleans, I found a personal sense of connection to the book even more so which is why I started reading it in the first place. It makes it that more familiar and more interesting to me to feel a strong connection. But besides the obvious connections, the storyline of these two’s story of departing onto foreign waters test their union in matters of life or death. Another reason I loved this is because I went through something similar during coronavirus and my love life at the time but it was less theatrical than this book. But this book is a tale you’d never forget. It takes you down a rabbit hole of emotions. I absolutely enjoyed this. Great read!!!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Faith Jacksonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFaith Jackson2023-01-13 13:40:072023-01-16 18:09:40Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Faith Jackson
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. Handle with Care is the first book in the Chase Care Series. I’ve read a couple of the Chase Security books so I know a couple of the characters. This book is an amazing read.
Hunter, a doctor for Chase Security, is losing his mind. His wife is out of town and will be for a while. He feels that she is hiding something from him, but he isn’t sure what it is. When she comes back will he be able to fix what was broken? The quote I chose for Hunter is: “Medical complaints are the most elusive to chase down. I’d rather we overdo than underdo. Keep me posted. Next.”
Selma is running from her past. She doesn’t want to let Hunter know what is going on so she runs. When she gets no response from Hunter she is worried that she broke everything. What will happen when she goes back? The quote I chose for Selma is: “That was when you were created, little one.”
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Kimblehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Kimble2023-01-13 12:05:332023-01-16 18:07:06Handle with Care (Chase Care #1) by R.L. Dunn-Review by Amanda Kimble
This is the first book in the Chase Care series and is 520 pages in length. This story follows Dr. Hunter Montgomery and Dr. Selma Bryant. Dr. Montgomery lost his partner and then becomes the Chief Medical Officer. Who knew the past would come crashing back in. Dr. Bryant served in the Army and then ends up in Dr. Montgomery’s OR. Dr. Bryant leaves to help render care at an African refugee camp, but can she run far enough away from Dr. Montgomery?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heidi Schoolmanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeidi Schoolman2023-01-13 10:04:402023-01-16 18:06:39Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Heidi Schoolman
Medical military drama 3,5stars This story follows Hunter and Selma and is well written. The chapters are short and it flicks between past to present in a time lapse fashion to cover backstory. I enjoyed the storyline and characters and there were some intense moments.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rayne Easthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRayne East2023-01-13 07:12:292023-01-16 18:06:01Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Rayne East
Handle With Care is the first book in the Chase Care Series by R.L Dunn. It’s a bit of a spin-off from the Chase Security series and is every bit as good as I had hoped it would be. A full-on, action-packed medical/romantic suspense- with danger, mystery, suspense, violence, thrills, agendas, secrets, intrigue, chemistry, sizzle, ….. and soooo much more. I really enjoyed this book as Ms. Dunn wove a complex plot that had me intrigued from the outset. This is a multi-layered story full of clever interconnected details which gives it an unpredictable quality that kept me guessing the whole way through. I am really looking forward to reading the rest of the series. Bring on Book #2! Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2023-01-13 01:43:522023-01-16 18:04:11Handle With Care (Chase Care Book #1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Angela Hayes
This was a great 5 star read. I was pulled in right from the beginning. I felt like I was getting more than one story in this book. Since I work in a hospital it was fun reading about this couple. These two had a great connection and learning about their pasts helped get to know them better. It was great seeing secondary characters from another series. I had some LOL moments along with being on the edge of my seat waiting to see what was coming next. If you’re looking for a great read, 1-click and get started today.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Austinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Austin2023-01-12 23:26:222023-01-16 18:02:46Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Michelle Austin
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/75427515-handle-with-care” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1672430982l/75427515._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/75427515-handle-with-care”>Handle With Care</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/17127840.R_L_Dunn”>R.L. Dunn</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5259391105″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> Dr. Hunter Montgomery has recently lost the love of his life while simultaneously being promoted to Chief Medical Officer of Chase Medical. Taking this job meant moving forward with his life. One thing he did not expect was running into a blast from his past. Dr. Selma Bryant has loved Hunter for years, but the timing couldn’t be worse. She has volunteered her services to an African refugee camp through Doctor’s Abroad and is about to ship out. There is a virus claiming the lives of refugees and volunteers. It may be just a matter of time before she becomes ill herself. If Hunter and his team are able to save all the survivors, including Dr. Bryant, will they get their happily ever after? <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/106111308-charlisa-wahtomy-alba”>View all my reviews</a>
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlisa Wahtomy-Albahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlisa Wahtomy-Alba2023-01-12 20:41:122023-01-16 17:58:45Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba
Suspense, gripping, emotional roller coaster of a story. This is the first book of a new series plus this is also a new author to me.
Hunter and Selma are both doctors and totally in love….and the care they have for not only their patients but for each other really tug at my heart. Both Hunter and Selma have had trauma with past relationships and have to jump that hurdle to have love for each other. When Selma volunteers to travel to another county to help less fortunate patients at a refugee camp in another country…Hunter feels like Selma is running away. What is she running from? When a deadly outbreak of a virus is added to the mix….will Hunter be able to save Selma and her patients before it is to late?
This story had me at the edge of my seat….secrets, deadly viruses and also something more sinister and lurking behind the shadows personally against Hunter and Selma. Will they be able to figure out the puzzle to help save their patients……
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorralei Hoernerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorralei Hoerner2023-01-12 20:27:222023-01-16 17:58:17Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
Handle with Care is the first book in a new series Chase Care. It is a spin off from one of my favourite series Chase Security series which I love, love, love. After reading this book I am just as in love with the characters and can’t wait to see where the rest of the series goes. This story is not for the feint hearted. It is a fast paced, medical romance thriller that will have your heart pumping and you on the edge of your seat. It is a tale that feels all so real with the current pandemic and what could be. As the pages turn there is plenty of action, the tension is palpable, the fear is real and there is danger is around every corner. It is a world turned upside down where revenge seems sweet, redemption seems impossible and love is a complication. These brave and heroic men and women know what they are walking into and are willing to put their lives on the line to save others in the most selfless act. BUT can they save them all including themselves? I am not going to ruin the story with spoilers as it is one of those stories that you need to discover thread by thread that RL carefully wove all on your own. As always, I look forward to the next book Tender Loving Care (Seth and Poppy’s story) with bated breath.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2023-01-12 18:14:242023-01-16 17:55:35Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Jenni Bishop
I enjoyed reading this suspenseful romance story. This is the first book in this author’s new series. I have enjoyed this author’s stories from the first one I picked up. I enjoy her writing skills as well as her attention to details that make her characters pop. This book is no different. This is a well written story where the characters bring the story to life and take me on a journey of romance and suspense. I enjoyed how the characters were connectable which made them pull me in from the first word. They have great growth and chemistry throughout the story. You don’t want to miss the twists and turns that had me sitting on the edge of my seat just waiting to see what would happen next. This is a fast paced, engaging, full of action story that is hard to put down. What a great start to a new series and I look forward to reading the next book. I highly recommend this book and this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2023-01-12 18:14:092023-01-16 17:55:02Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Bobbi Wagner
I really enjoyed the Chase Security series by this author and was excited when I saw that she had done a spin off series, this time focusing on doctors. As with her other books I found myself engaging with this story immediately. I liked that this book felt like it was part of the same world as the other series but had a different feel to it due to the different focus of the characters. And it was nice that the main basis of the story was the romance, it felt like there was so much more going on. The characters were instantly relatable. I enjoyed their story and getting to learn about their past. The author has done an amazing job with this book and I already cannot wait to see what the rest of the series holds.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2023-01-12 16:03:152023-01-16 15:06:27Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Kerry Baker
I enjoyed this book. It was fast paced and there was some really interesting plotlines in it. I enjoyed the medical part a little more than I did the romance parts of the story. I would be interested to read others in the series. I definitely would pick up another book by this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Trish Annhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTrish Ann2023-01-12 15:30:262023-01-16 15:06:11Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Trish Ann
This story was a huge struggle for me. Getting into the characters and feeling for them was virtually nonexistent. I did a few but there is way too many characters (with code names and military titles) introduced to remember who is who and which name they go by. Flynn is one of the few who pulled my sympathy and worry.
I have read this authors books in the past. In fact some of these characters were in the stories I read. Some I love and others are like this one. If you are in the medical profession and military you will probably understand the lingo used in here. I am neither and was left thinking like I was at the doc office and they are talking a foreign language.
Overall this one is over my head and it struggled to hold my interest because I just did not care. The suspense part was well planned but thats the best I can say. Pick this up if you like medical and military jargon with characters galore.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lisa Helmickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLisa Helmick2023-01-12 11:40:302023-01-16 15:04:15Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Lisa Helmick
This is book one of the series. It is a spin off of another series buy this author but can be completely read without having read the original series. I didn’t read the original series and found that I could stay caught up with everything in the book. This book is a romantic suspense genre but I found it to have more suspense than romance. The twists and turn this books takes was everything I didn’t know that I needed. It does have some romance but not as much as I have read in other romantic suspense books. I think that this is great as it will appeal to the romance lover but also the thrill seeker readers. I highly recommend reading this quick read when you are wanting to escape from the day to day. It is well written and will have you constantly turning the pages to see what happens. I am new to this author and will be completing this series along with reading the original series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Barbara Bohlshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBarbara Bohls2023-01-12 11:23:052023-01-16 15:03:58Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Barbara Bohls
I love that this series is a spin off from Chase Security Series. It made me want to keep reading. Dr. Hunter Montgomery is Chief Medical Officer of Chase Care. He had recently lost the love of his life and partner. So basically he is just doing his job, nothing else, no romance, just work. Selma Bryant who is also a Doctor has reappeared in Hunter’s life, but not for long. She has secretly loved Hunter, but now was not the right time. As she is leaving New Orleans and heading out with Doctors Abroad to Africa. What happens next? No Spoilers, I recommend you read this series. The author has once again sucked me in. This is a medical thriller with twists and turns that will keep you reading. I love that some of the characters from Chase Security appear in this series as well. While this story has a lot of medical information, it is also easy to follow. Romance is in the air, but suspense runs this romantic thriller.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Cindy Mayberryhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCindy Mayberry2023-01-12 09:30:532023-01-16 15:03:50Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Cindy Mayberry
This is book 1 in the Chase Care series. It is a romance story which is gripping and so emotional. You can feel the love and connection between Selma and Hunter come through the pages. Their love has been in the making for a very long time and with Hunter dealing with grief and Selma coming out of a volatile marriage they were going to have scars and these affect what would be a perfect relationship. Hunter lives in constant fear of losing Selma so when she volunteers to join a group of medics in a refugee camp in Africa his fears become reality when an deadly outbreak sweeps the camp putting Selma’s life in grave danger.
But it’s not just Selma that Hunter could lose. Selma took the position to run away from a secret she is trying to protect Hunter from. How will he react when he finds out? With a deadly disease, a scheme ex set out on revenge and a secret which could be a blessing or a curse can Hunter and Selma’s relationship survive so they can finally get their HEA
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2023-01-12 08:01:122023-01-16 15:03:43Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Kerry Carr
My first favorite book of 2023. A romantic suspense that will have you putting the DO NOT DISTURB sign on everything. Hunt, Selma, Flynn and the rest of the gang are involved in some deep drama and undercover adventure. I was drawn in right from the start and engaged with Hunt and Selma, they are a power couple that come with baggage, but work hard to power through it. With deadly antagonists to find and take out, the drama is real and can turn at a heartbeat. The romance is flowing. As Kieran says, it’s “the Chase flu” in the water (love the humor in the story. The characters are very relatable and easy to feel like you could know them. The plot line is thick and has a few subplots that magically all come right back together. I love the teamwork of the characters. The flow of the story is perfect. This book is fantastic and I loved it. It would get more than 5 stars if I were allowed.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2023-01-12 06:31:022023-01-16 15:03:35Handle With Care (Chase Care Book 1) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Shelly Kittell
Dr. Hunter Montgomery’s life has been filled with adrenaline rushes and rendering care, until it comes to a soul-crushing stop when he loses his partner. In the midst of his grief, he is promoted to Chief Medical Officer of Chase Care-New Orleans. Though he accepts the job to move forward, he’s walking directly into his past.
Dr. Selma Bryant, who has devoted most of her professional life to the US Army, now walks into Hunter Montgomery’s operating room and back into the life of the man she always loved. But the past has a way of ruining plans.
When Selma volunteers with Doctor’s Abroad at an African refugee camp, she leaves New Orleans with a secret. She may have run from Hunter, but she can’t run from the deadly outbreak claiming the lives of refugees and volunteers all around her.
As the fatalities pile up, Hunter and the Chase Medical team are called to action to save Selma along with 400,000 souls in the camp. And if they both survive this virus, can Hunter and Selma find their happily ever after almost twenty years in the making?
The Chase Care series is a medical/romantic thriller spin-off series from R.L. Dunn’s bestselling Chase Security Series and features heroes with heart and healing hands. Please be advised these stories contain adult content that may upset some readers. You do not need to have read the Chase Security Series to enjoy this one. The series reading order is as follows:
R.L. (Robin) Dunn resides with her family in a beautiful and artistic community on Long Island, New York. After a twenty-five-year career in Emergency Medical Services as a provider, instructor, and regional faculty, illness changed her life path.
Having always had a love of writing, Robin returned to creating stories. A member of the Long Island Romance Writers since 2018. Her leadership training in the first responder community has served her well in her previous role as Secretary for LIRW and her current role as President.
The Amazon Bestselling Chase Security Series, Secure Runway, Secure Desire, Secure Again, Secure Heart, Secure Her,Secure Decision, Secure Return and Secure Beginning followed after she assured her doctors there was no expiration date stamped on the bottom of her foot.
A thriller, The Cure, debuted as an August 2021 release. Secure Beginning, the seventh in The Chase Security Series debuted in February 2022. And an audio version of Secure Desire is available.
After a severe bout with Covid, she has reworked a novel written in her college days to become the Blood Obsession Series: Ritual Obsession and Reckless Obsession for July and August 2022. Book 1 in the Chase Care Series is on track for January of 2022.
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