“Honor” by Danielle Baker – A Review
⭐ Rating: 4/5
Year Published: 2025
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Page Count: 348
Quick Summary
The Sky Ridge Hotshots series comes to a heartfelt conclusion with Honor, following Xander and Teddy’s journey toward love, family, and commitment. Xander, a dedicated wildland firefighter, finds himself drawn to Teddy, his best friend’s younger sister, who is newly widowed and expecting a child. As their connection deepens, both must confront their personal struggles and determine what truly matters in life.
What I Loved
Xander’s Integration Into Teddy’s Family: Watching Xander fit seamlessly into Teddy’s life and build relationships with her family was one of the highlights of the book. His steady presence made him an easy hero to love.
Personal Growth & Commitment: Both Xander and Teddy had to work through personal challenges before they could fully commit to one another, making their love story feel earned and satisfying.
A Refreshing Career Choice (Spoiler Warning!): Seeing a hotshot prioritize family over his career was a meaningful and unexpected choice, making Xander even more endearing as a character. It added a nice contrast to the previous books.
What Didn’t Quite Work for Me
A Slower Pace: Compared to the first two books, the pacing in Honor felt a bit more drawn out, making some sections slower to get through.
Teddy’s Insecurity Felt Repetitive: While body image struggles are a relatable topic, Teddy’s frequent fixation on her flaws became a bit exhausting, especially when contrasted with the constant reassurances from Xander and others about how beautiful she was.
Who Should Read This?
Honor is perfect for readers who love small-town romance, slow-burn love stories, and emotional journeys of healing and commitment. If you enjoy found-family themes and a hero willing to put love above career, this book will definitely hit the mark.
Final Thoughts
Danielle Baker delivers a satisfying conclusion to the Sky Ridge Hotshots series with a romance that is tender, heartfelt, and deeply rooted in family. Though slower in pace, Honor still packs an emotional punch, making it a worthy finale for fans of the series.
