Hallee Bridgeman
Author of Honor Bound
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- Canonical name
- Bridgeman, Hallee
- Legal name
- Bridgeman, Hallee A.
- Birthdate
- 1972-03-02
- Gender
- female
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- Hallee Bridgeman is a best-selling Christian author who writes action-packed romantic suspense focusing on realistic characters who face real world problems. Her work has been described as everything from refreshing to heart-stopping exciting and edgy.
An Army brat turned Floridian, Hallee finally settled in central Kentucky with her family so that she could enjoy the beautiful changing of the seasons. She enjoys the roller-coaster ride thrills that life with a National Guard husband, a teenaged daughter, and two elementary aged sons delivers.
A prolific writer, when she’s not penning novels, you will find her in the kitchen, which she considers the ‘heart of the home’. Her passion for cooking spurred her to launch a whole food, real food “Parody” cookbook series. In addition to nutritious, Biblically grounded recipes, readers will find that each cookbook also confronts some controversial aspect of secular pop culture.
Hallee is a member of the Published Author Network (PAN) of the Romance Writers of America (RWA) where she serves as a long time board member in the Faith, Hope, & Love chapter. She is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) and the American Christian Writers (ACW) as well as being a member of Novelists, Inc. (NINC).
Hallee loves coffee, campy action movies, and regular date nights with her husband. Above all else, she loves God with all of her heart, soul, mind, and strength; has been redeemed by the blood of Christ; and relies on the presence of the Holy Spirit to guide her. She prays her work here on earth is a blessing to you and would love to hear from you. You can reach Hallee at hallee@bridgemanfamily.com - Nationality
- USA
- Birthplace
- Nurnburg, Germany (Military Dependant)
- Places of residence
- Columbus, Georgia, USA
Tallahassee, Florida, USA
Winchester, Kentucky, USA - Associated Place (for map)
- USA
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Sarah Thomas has always shunned Derrick DiNunizo. Her brother-in-law, Tony, helped Derrick get off the streets, clean up his life and gave him a home. Most of all, Tony introduced Derrick to the Lord. Derrick has loved Sarah from the first time he met her, but instead of seeing the new person he's become, all she sees is the unkept, street kid who has lots tattoos. Derrick even left town thinking distance would shake the love he has for her. Now several years later he returns home to run one show more of Tony's hotels. He realizes that his feelings haven't changed but Sarah is just as stand-offish. When she gets sick and Derrick sweetly nurses her back to health she begins to see him in a different light. But just when things look kinda hopeful Derrick's past returns with a vengeance. Before all is said and done, they will be stretched to the very limits of their faith.
Topaz Heat is an excellent romantic suspense! Hallee Bridgeman is a new author to me so I wasn't sure what to expect. Wow! What a wonderful surprise! The story was very well written and seemed to have the perfect blend of suspense, romance and intrigue, with some splashes of humor along the way. I fell in love with the characters and thoroughly enjoyed the interaction of the 'family' and the closeness they shared. I really appreciated the underlying message that, as believers, we are new creatures in Christ and that our old self is done away with. Derrick was a great example of how God can change a heart and when He does He changes a life as well. That's always an encouraging message to hear. Sarah was a very relateable character and though we don't like to admit it, I'm guessing we probably all have a little 'Sarah' in us. You'll find Derrick to be very romantic. There were several toe-curling moments between him and Sarah. And I must say, the Epilog was totally sigh-worthy! Topaz Heat is Book 3 of the Jewel Trilogy but I didn't feel lost not having read the other two books (Sapphire Ice & Emerald Fire) first. I will, however, be reading those very soon. I think reading them in order would be beneficial in gaining the family history but not necessary for understanding the story. Topaz Heat is a great romantic suspense and one I would definitely recommend. Great job, Hallee!
Publisher: Olivia Kimbrell Press (May 21, 2012)
*This complimentary copy provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.* show less
Topaz Heat is an excellent romantic suspense! Hallee Bridgeman is a new author to me so I wasn't sure what to expect. Wow! What a wonderful surprise! The story was very well written and seemed to have the perfect blend of suspense, romance and intrigue, with some splashes of humor along the way. I fell in love with the characters and thoroughly enjoyed the interaction of the 'family' and the closeness they shared. I really appreciated the underlying message that, as believers, we are new creatures in Christ and that our old self is done away with. Derrick was a great example of how God can change a heart and when He does He changes a life as well. That's always an encouraging message to hear. Sarah was a very relateable character and though we don't like to admit it, I'm guessing we probably all have a little 'Sarah' in us. You'll find Derrick to be very romantic. There were several toe-curling moments between him and Sarah. And I must say, the Epilog was totally sigh-worthy! Topaz Heat is Book 3 of the Jewel Trilogy but I didn't feel lost not having read the other two books (Sapphire Ice & Emerald Fire) first. I will, however, be reading those very soon. I think reading them in order would be beneficial in gaining the family history but not necessary for understanding the story. Topaz Heat is a great romantic suspense and one I would definitely recommend. Great job, Hallee!
Publisher: Olivia Kimbrell Press (May 21, 2012)
*This complimentary copy provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.* show less
I found Honor’s Refuge by Hallee Bridgeman to be an intensely powerful novel which was not afraid to portray the ugliness of the world while showing the promises of hope-filled futures. Main characters Melissa and Phil have wounds that would break many. Melissa is a survivor of extreme family abuse and Phil continues to face the challenges of his injuries during wartime. The author did a great job of developing their characters — they felt real and relatable to me. They could have easily show more become stereotypes, but the author added vulnerability to their strengths, courage in their challenges, and a faith that continued throughout the darkest times. With a romance that progressed naturally, the suspense builds to a breaking point. A cartel leader bent on revenge, a Cat-5 hurricane bearing down, and compromised federal agents couldn’t help but contribute to the page-turning, octane-laced action. I let out a few gasps along the way — there were a lot of things I didn’t see coming. This was such a good story!
While Honor’s Refuge is the third book in Bridgeman’s Love And Honor series, I never felt lost. But . . . I do have plans to go back and read the first two books. Book 1, Honor Bound, is my book club’s first selection of 2023. Can’t wait to dive into another great book by a new must-read author.
Highly Recommended.
Audience: adults.
(Thanks to Revell for a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are mine alone.) show less
While Honor’s Refuge is the third book in Bridgeman’s Love And Honor series, I never felt lost. But . . . I do have plans to go back and read the first two books. Book 1, Honor Bound, is my book club’s first selection of 2023. Can’t wait to dive into another great book by a new must-read author.
Highly Recommended.
Audience: adults.
(Thanks to Revell for a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are mine alone.) show less
Honor Bound – Hallee Bridgeman – Love & Honor #1
She saves lives. More, she brings new life into this world as an OB-GYN. He takes lives – in order to save lives. She is a pacifist who abhors violence. He is a special ops soldier. Sparks fly from the moment they meet – and not just the good kind. Yet they are inexorably drawn to one another.
When medical missionary Cynthia Myers’ life depends on Captain Rick Norton’s skill and team, will she come to understand how much western show more life relies on the armed forces to maintain peace and order? Will she appreciate his work when it’s all that stand between her and certain death? Can she make it out of the African jungle without him?
The author’s personal knowledge of army life – as a child and then a spouse of military men – shines through in the authentic, believable and very lovable characters. Tightly woven, fast-paced, I had a hard time putting this book down. The action/character/faith elements that I always look for in a Christian thriller/suspense are very well balanced in Honor Bound and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
This was my first Hallee Bridgeman novel but it most certainly will not be my last. Fans of Colleen Coble, Dee Henderson, Lynette Eason, and Dani Pettrey will appreciate this book and will fast become fans of Ms. Bridgeman as well. I can hardly wait for book two in this series!
I received an advance reader's copy of this book. show less
She saves lives. More, she brings new life into this world as an OB-GYN. He takes lives – in order to save lives. She is a pacifist who abhors violence. He is a special ops soldier. Sparks fly from the moment they meet – and not just the good kind. Yet they are inexorably drawn to one another.
When medical missionary Cynthia Myers’ life depends on Captain Rick Norton’s skill and team, will she come to understand how much western show more life relies on the armed forces to maintain peace and order? Will she appreciate his work when it’s all that stand between her and certain death? Can she make it out of the African jungle without him?
The author’s personal knowledge of army life – as a child and then a spouse of military men – shines through in the authentic, believable and very lovable characters. Tightly woven, fast-paced, I had a hard time putting this book down. The action/character/faith elements that I always look for in a Christian thriller/suspense are very well balanced in Honor Bound and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
This was my first Hallee Bridgeman novel but it most certainly will not be my last. Fans of Colleen Coble, Dee Henderson, Lynette Eason, and Dani Pettrey will appreciate this book and will fast become fans of Ms. Bridgeman as well. I can hardly wait for book two in this series!
I received an advance reader's copy of this book. show less
This review was written for LibraryThing Early Reviewers.
This is the first book by Hallee Bridgeman that I have read, and I was quite impressed with it. The pacing was unusual and effective. Cynthia is a pacifist medical missionary in a war torn African country. Rick is Green Beret leading a task force with a mission to remove a vicious local warlord. They meet in violent circumstances and immediately clash, but come to respect each other during a harrowing escape. Then when they are supposedly safe at the American embassy, another violent crisis show more immediately brings them closer. Only in the final third of the story do they explore romance and a possible future when they are safely stateside again. This felt authentic to me. Sure, adrenaline fueled situations can breed strong instant attraction, but for once, a novelist realized that it takes more to build a future.
Well done.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. show less
Well done.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. show less
This review was written for LibraryThing Early Reviewers.Awards
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