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Miss lattimore's letter
By Suzanne Allain. 2021
The woman who never made a match of her own is making matches for everyone else in this hilarious Regency…
era comedy of manners. Sophronia Lattimore had her romantic dreams destroyed years ago and is resigned to her role as chaperone for her cousin. Still, she cannot sit idly by when she becomes aware that a gentleman is about to propose to the wrong woman. She sends him an anonymous letter that is soon the talk of the town, particularly when her advice proves to be correct. Her identity is discovered and Sophie, formerly a wallflower, becomes sought after for her &“expert&” matchmaking skills. One person who seeks her out is the eligible and attractive Sir Edmund Winslow. As Sophie assists Sir Edmund in his pursuit of a wife, she wishes she could recommend herself as his bride. However, she vows to remain uninvolved while aiding him in his search (especially since the gentleman surely does not return her affections). But when her long-lost love and Sir Edmund both seem to be interested in courting her, Sophie can&’t figure out if she&’s headed for another broken heart or for the altar. How can she be expected to help other people sort out their romantic lives when her own is such a disaster?A gift of grace: A Novel (Kauffman Amish Bakery Series #1)
By Amy Clipston, Zondervan Staff. 2015
Rebecca Kauffman's tranquil Old Order Amish life is transformed when she suddenly becomes guardian to her two teenage nieces after…
her English sister and brother-in-law are killed in an automobile accident. Instant motherhood, after years of unsuccessful attempts to conceive a child of her own, is both a joy and a heartache. Rebecca struggles to give the teenage girls the guidance they need as well as fulfill her duties to Daniel as an Amish wife. Rebellious Jessica is resistant to Amish ways and constantly in trouble with the community. Younger sister Lindsay is caught in the middle, and the strain between Rebecca and Daniel mounts as Jessica's rebellion escalates. Instead of the beautiful family life she dreamed of creating for her nieces, Rebecca is frustrated by her new role and begins to question her place in the Amish community, her marriage, and her faith in GodHolly Jolly summer
By Tiffany Stewart. 2018
Fifteen-year-old Darby Peacher loves being the Mayor's daughter in Christmas KY, and she is used to helping her father run…
the town and its holiday-themed summer festivities. After a humiliating disaster, she is forced to get a job as a sanitation worker at Holly Jolly Land, the town's dilapidated theme park. If that weren't bad enough, her new boyfriend is out of town, and a former male friend is her boss. As the town risks becoming too commercial, her father grows too chummy with a female colleague. For high school and adult. 2018Without a trace: a Rock Harbor mystery (Rock Harbor Series #1)
By Colleen Coble. 2007
When a plane carrying Bree Nicholls'; husband and son disappears, her life changes forever. Her relentless determination to find them…
starts an investigation that links their disappearance to a violent crime threatening to tear the peaceful town of Rock Harbor apartHeart of Eden (Colorado Hearts #1)
By Caroline Fyffe, Caroline. Fyffe. 2018
Raised by guardians in Philadelphia, the Brinkman sisters have been bequeathed by their late, estranged father the Five Sisters Ranch,…
a dynasty he built for them in Eden, Colorado. It's theirs on one condition: they must live on it for six months. For Belle Brinkman, her father's last wish could fulfill a dream she never knew she had. Blake Harding, their father's protective friend and faithful foreman, has yet to come to terms with his own broken past, but he finds his heart opening to the inspiring and determined BelleBelonging (Where The Heart Lives)
By Robin Lee Hatcher. 2011
In the high desert town of Frenchman's Bluff, in the newly formed state of Idaho. Felicia Kristoffersen has set out…
to create a future for herself that is better than her painful past. Alone in the world with only her faith to sustain her, she must prove herself as this tiny community's new school teacher. She cannot, must not failBetrayal (Where The Heart Lives)
By Robin Lee Hatcher. 2012
Can two wounded hearts find a way to trust again? A thoughtful romance from the turn of the twentieth century,…
Betrayal will take you to the high desert of western Wyoming, through the crags of the Rocky Mountains of Idaho, and into the souls of two seekers learning to trust God's love no matter the circumstancesEdgewater road (Rumors in Ross County Series)
By Shelley Shepard Gray. 2022
The first in a new series from New York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray, Edgewater Road invites us into…
a world of family mysteries, small-town secrets, and perhaps a little romance along the way. When Jennifer Smiley's grandmother, Ginny, leaves her an old farmhouse on Edgewater Road in seemingly quiet Ross County, Ohio, Jennifer can't pass up the opportunity for a new beginning. Almost immediately she meets a group of men who generously help her move in. When she realizes that they work for Lincoln Bennett, her next-door neighbor, she's intrigued. Lincoln is gorgeous and has dark, lapis-blue eyes she could get lost in ... but he doesn't seem all that friendly. She's torn between getting to know him and sticking with the solitude she knows so well. Maybe she could let down some of those walls she's built around her emotions? Lincoln Bennett likes to keep his head down and get his work done. He's been to prison and he knows that a lot of folks don't take kindly to a man with that kind of history. Plus, he's busy helping other ex-cons get back on their feet. But when he meets Jennifer, he can't help but feel an instant attraction. Will she be able to look past his unsavory history? Will she be able to accept the men he's working so hard to help? While Jennifer gets to know Lincoln and his friends, she also begins to unravel her grandmother's story, putting together the pieces from scraps of memories and things she finds in her new home. She soon discovers that Ginny Smiley harbored some dark secrets on Edgewater Road—and that those secrets include both Lincoln and her own absent father. Is learning the truth worth the heartache it could bring? As the weeks pass and she and Lincoln become closer, Jennifer learns there is a lot to uncover in Ross County—wonderful friendships, darling towns ... and more than one secret that might be better left buriedThe summer we forgot
By Caroline George. 2022
Caroline George once again transports readers with lush, evocative prose, leading them to ask the question: what happens when we…
can't even trust ourselves? Some memories are better left forgotten . Darby and Morgan haven't spoken for two years, and their friend group has splintered. But when the body of their former science teacher is found in the marsh where they attended camp that summer, they realize they have more questions than answers . . . and even fewer memories. No one remembers—or no one is talking. The group of reunited friends begins to suspect that a murderer is stalking the coastal highway 30A, and they must try to recover their memories as quickly as possible . . . before the history they can't remember repeats itself. Everyone has a secret. As tensions rise and time runs out, Darby and Morgan begin to wonder if they can believe one another . . . or if they can even trust themselves. Young Adult suspense with romance Stand-alone novel Book length: 95,000 words Illustrations are included in the audiobook companion PDF downloadCottage at the beach: Off season series, book 1 (Off Season)
By Lee Tobin McClain. 2020
Escape to the Chesapeake Bay, where beach life is full of love, surprises and second chances When an injury forces…
K-9 officer Trey Harrison onto the sidelines, his only thought is getting back to the police force where he belongs. And hell do anything to make that happeneven volunteer in a small waterfront community, just to please his boss. But no one ever said Trey had to enjoy it Since the surgery that destroyed her dreams of having children, schoolteacher Erica Rowe has grown even more dedicated to her work with at-risk teens. So she doesn't need some cop with a chip on his shoulder putting the program's future in jeopardy. But when Trey finally connects with the students, Erica's heart melts. And when, in a tender moment, he admits he longs to have children, her heart breaks. She's convinced he'd be better off with someone who can give him everything, but she can't seem to shake the hope that maybe love is enoughThe gift of hope (Unexpected Gifts)
By Kristen McKanagh. 2021
A cheerful giver is twice blessed in this first novel in an Amish series by Kristen McKanagh. Hope Beiler needs…
Aaron Kanagy&’s help. She is determined to give her sister a beautiful new bed frame as a wedding present, and Aaron is the best carpenter in Charity Creek. Unfortunately, she can&’t move past something he said last year…and there&’s unexplained animosity between their fathers that makes interacting difficult. Aaron wishes he could spend more time honing his woodworking craft, but his parents need help running their gift shop. When Hope approaches him with a solution that will allow them both to achieve their goals, he accepts. As they work together, Aaron finds himself captivated by Hope, and it becomes easy to picture a lifetime partnership together. Unfortunately, Hope&’s already wounded pride means she doesn&’t give Aaron the answer he expects. At the same time, her father discovers what they&’ve been doing and forbids Hope from seeing the Kanagys anymore. As secrets from the past come to light, will these two strong-willed souls—and their families—learn that pride comes before every fall, but hope helps us rise again?The do-over
By Bethany Turner. 2022
Sometimes dreams come true. Other times, the best outcome begins with an epic fail. Career-driven McKenna Keaton has devoted her…
life to attaining the senior partnership at her law firm. So asking a man on a date should be nothing. But the past four days have been the worst of her life and have called everything she thought she knew about herself into question. Besides, she can't remember her last real date—one that didn't involve using a blind date as an opportunity to get a stranger's perspective on effective cross-examination techniques. (It's like sharing fondue with a jury!) But a real date? And with shy, nerdy Henry Blumenthal—McKenna's high school rival for valedictorian who once took three hours to beat her at chess? Scratch that. He's Hank Blume now, the famed documentarian, Durham's darling son, who has attained all his dreams and more. He also happens to look like he stepped out of an Eddie Bauer catalog. Whereas McKenna is a disgraced workaholic from New York on unpaid leave, accused of a white-collar crime she would never commit, succumbing to panic attacks, watching her dreams unravel. At age thirty-eight—and destined by the family curse to die before she turns forty, it appears—it's absolutely the wrong time to have a major crush on a man. Especially one who treasures his memories of McKenna as the girl Most Likely to Succeed. "Pitch-perfect comedic timing, a relatable heroine, and a refreshing sweetness elevate this novel above the sea of modern rom-coms. The rare author who can make me laugh-out-loud, The Do-Over is Bethany Turner at her best." —Lauren Layne, New York Times bestselling author "Bethany Turner has crafted a delightful, witty story with zippy dialogue, warmly relatable characters, and hilariously apt pop culture references. I found myself sneaking off to read just one more chapter. I'm still smiling thinking about this book. Reading it felt like eating a big bowl of Lucky Charms mixed with Fruity Pebbles. A colorful explosion of happy." —Rachel Linden, bestselling author of The Enlightenment of Bees Witty and sweet contemporary romantic comedy Stand-alone novel Book length: 99,000 words Also by Bethany: Plot TwistThe mozart code
By Rachel McMillan. 2022
No matter how you might try to hide in a war to escape your past, it is always close at…
hand. Lady Sophia Huntington Villiers is no stranger to intrigue, as her work with Alan Turing's Bombe Machines at Bletchley Park during the war attests. Now, as part of Simon Barre's covert team in post-war Vienna, she uses her inimitable charm and code name Starling to infiltrate the world of relics: uncovering vital information that could tilt the stakes of the mounting Cold War. When several influential men charge her with finding the death mask of Mozart, Sophie wonders if there is more than the composer's legacy at stake and finds herself drawn to potential answers in Prague. Simon Barrington, the illegitimate heir of one of Sussex's oldest estates, used the previous war to hide his insecurities about his past. Now, he uses his high breeding to gain access to all four allied quarters of the ruined city in an attempt to slow the fall of the Iron Curtain. He has been in love with Sophie Villiers since the moment he met her, and a marriage of convenience to save Simon's estate has always kept her close. Until now, when Sophie's mysterious client in Prague forces him to wonder if her allegiance to him—and their cause—is in question. Torn between his loyalty to his cause and his heart, Simon seeks answers about Sophie only to learn that everything he thought he knew about his involvement in both wars is based on a lie. "Murky espionage and burgeoning passion twine beautifully together in The Mozart Code's superbly evocative prose—an enchanting read!" —Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Rose Code "Vienna is the new Paris in The Mozart Code, a World War II spy novel with deft, chess-like plotting, and plenty of old-fashioned romance." —Susan Elia MacNeal , New York Times bestselling author of the Maggie Hope novels and Mother Daughter Traitor Spy "The Mozart Code is a smart, luscious romance, a thrilling suspense, and a thunderously good read. McMillan is a rising star in historical fiction." —Aimie K. Runyan, bestselling author of The School for German Brides "Rife with secret codes, haunting melodies, betrayal and sacrifice, at its heart this is a story about the courage it takes to love and be loved. Highly recommended!" —Kimberly Brock, author of The Lost Book of Eleanor Dare "The Mozart Code left me breathless." —Joy Callaway, international bestselling author of The Fifth Avenue Artists Society and The Grand Design Post World War II historical romance Stand-alone novel (features characters from The London Restoration) Book length: 95,000 wordsReunion at the shore: Off season series, book 2 (Off Season)
By Lee Tobin McClain. 2020
Return to Chesapeake Bay, where broken hearts find ways to heal. Ria Whites chemistry with Drew Martin had always kept…
their marriage togetheruntil suddenly it didnt. Now a single mom, hotel manager Ria is at a loss when one of her teen daughters starts spiraling. Panicked, she calls on her ex-husband for backup, but shes not prepared for the man hes becomeor how he still makes her heart race. After his divorce, Drews feelings of failure only compounded when vision loss forced him to leave the police force. And now hes carrying the guilt of leaving his children behind, as well. Drew is determined to make things up to his daughters, but hes less sure where he stands with Ria. Can they overcome their past to reunite their family, this time forever?The letter from briarton park: Houses of yorkshire series, book 1 (Houses of Yorkshire)
By Sarah E Ladd. 2022
In Regency England, one letter will alter a young woman's fate when it summons her to Briarton Park—an ancient place…
that holds the secrets of her past and the keys to her future. Cassandra Hale grew up knowing little about her parentage, and she had made peace with the fact that she never would. But Cassandra's world shifts when a shocking deathbed confession reveals a two-year-old letter from Mr. Clark, the master of Briarton Park, with hints to her family's identity. Stung by betrayal, she travels to the village of Anston only to learn Mr. Clark has since passed away. James Warrington is a widower and the new master of Briarton Park, where he lives with his two young daughters, his sister, and his mother-in-law. When Cassandra appears at his doorstep with a letter from the previous owner and then proceeds to assist his family in an unexpected way, he is honor bound to help uncover the answers she seeks. The more time Cassandra spends in Anston, the more she begins to suspect not everything—or everyone—is as they seem. As details emerge, the danger surrounding her intensifies. Using wit and intuition, she must navigate the treacherous landscapes between truth and rumor and between loyalty and deception if she is to uncover the realities of her past and find the place her heart can finally call home. Sarah Ladd's latest Regency romance, first in the new Houses of Yorkshire series, combines mystery and intrigue with the best of historical storytelling. Praise for The Letter from Briarton Park: "The swoon-worthy romance of Jane Austen meets the suspense of Charlotte Bronte in Sarah Ladd's enthralling The Letter from Briarton Park. As Cassandra navigates the mystery of her own life, it is absolutely clear that family—either of blood or heart—are where she, and we, ultimately find our home." —Joy Callaway, international bestselling author of The Fifth Avenue Artists Society and The Greenbrier Resort Sweet Regency romance with mystery elements The first book in the Houses of Yorkshire series, but can be read in any order Book length: approximately 91,000 wordsHome to the harbor: The off season series, book 4 (The Off Season)
By Lee Tobin McClain. 2022
"Lee Tobin McClain's books make my heart sing."—Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Time bestselling author "Lee Tobin McClain dazzles with…
unforgettable characters, fabulous small-town settings and a big dose of heart."—Susan Mallery, #1 New York Times bestselling author Friendship, healing and love are all waiting on the Chesapeake Bay. Despite the charms of Pleasant Shores, coming home is a last resort for William Gross. The few happy memories he has here all revolve around Bisky Castleman, and she's still every bit as kind and strong-minded as he remembered. But William is reeling from loss, and seeing Bisky with her daughter is a painful reminder of his mistakes. Between running her family's fishing business and being a single mom, Bisky finds her days are full. Yet there's always been room in her heart for William, her one childhood friend who never teased her about her height or her toughness. Through their shared volunteer work with local teens and rescue dogs, their feelings deepen into something much stronger. But is their growing bond strong enough to heal the past and forge a new beginning...together? Don't miss Forever on the Bay, the next book in The Off Season series by Lee Tobin McClain, where safe harbor and new beginnings await on the Chesapeake Bay. The Off Season Series Book 1 - Cottage at the Beach Book 2 - Reunion at the Shore Book 3 - Christmas on the Coast Book 4 - Home to the Harbor Book 5 - First Kiss at Christmas Book 6 - Forever on the BayFirst kiss at christmas: Off season series, book 5 (Off Season)
By Lee Tobin McClain. 2022
"Lee Tobin McClain's books make my heart sing."—Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author On the Chesapeake Bay, you…
don't need mistletoe for the perfect Christmas kiss... Not many women still have "first kiss" on their Christmas list, but somehow Kayla Harris is permanently in the friend zone with men. So when veteran Tony DeNunzio shows up in her preschool classroom with his nephew, Jax, her focus is solely on helping the troubled little boy adjust. But as Tony takes on a volunteer role at the school, she can't help noticing his softer side is as appealing as his rugged male presence. Tony will do anything to make Jax's first Christmas without his mom a happy one. And that includes spending more time than is typical with the teacher who's drawn Jax out of his shell. Beautiful and kindhearted, Kayla makes Tony long for family and a happiness he doesn't think he deserves. But with the magic of Christmas in the air, a first kiss might lead them both to a forever love. Don't miss Forever on the Bay, the next book in The Off Season series by Lee Tobin McClain, where safe harbor and new beginnings await on the Chesapeake Bay. The Off Season Series Book 1 - Cottage at the Beach Book 2 - Reunion at the Shore Book 3 - Christmas on the Coast Book 4 - Home to the Harbor Book 5 - First Kiss at Christmas Book 6 - Forever on the BayAll that it takes
By Nicole Deese. 2022
When the ever-cautious Val Locklier moves cross-country with her son for a secure job, everything she'd planned unravels within the…
first week. After Val reluctantly agrees to rent an apartment from her best friend's brother, an unexpected chance at an elite filmmakers' mentorship ignites fresh hope for a dream career. But as Val's community begins to expand, so do her insecurities, especially those heightened by her growing attraction to a certain friendly landlord. Pastor Miles McKenzie returns home from a short-term mission trip to discover that not only does he have an intriguing new tenant living upstairs, he's also been reassigned to a local ministry on life support. Disillusioned and restless, he distracts himself by throwing his energy into a host of new projects—not the least of which is pursuing Val—without stopping to consider the future. As Val struggles to stop hiding behind the camera and Miles wrestles with shattered expectations, they'll find that authentic love and sacrifice must go hand in handSummer at the cape
By RaeAnne Thayne. 2022
"[Thayne] engages the reader's heart and emotions, inspiring hope and the belief that miracles are possible." —Debbie Macomber, #1 New…
York Times bestselling author From the beloved bestselling author of Season of Wonder and The Cliff House comes a poignant and uplifting novel about forgiveness, family and all the complications—and joy—that come with it As the older sibling to identical twins Violet and Lily, Cami Porter was always the odd sister out. The divide grew even wider when their parents split up—while the twins stayed in Cape Sanctuary with their free-spirited mother, Rosemary, fourteen-year-old Cami moved to LA with her attorney father. Nearly twenty years later, when Cami gets the terrible news that Lily has drowned saving a child's life, her mother begs her to return home to help untangle the complicated estate issues her sister left behind. Navigating their own strained relationship, Cami readjusts to the family and community she hasn't known for decades, including the neighbor who stands in the way of her late sister's dream, while Violet grieves the loss of her twin and struggles to figure out who she is now, without her other half, as the little girl Lily saved pulls her back into the orbit of the man she once loved. With poignancy and heart, RaeAnne Thayne once again delivers her charming signature blend of warmth, wit and wisdomForever on the bay: Off season series, book 6 (Off Season)
By Lee Tobin McClain. 2022
"Lee Tobin McClain dazzles with unforgettable characters, fabulous small-town settings and a big dose of heart." —Susan Mallery, New York…
Times bestselling author Safe harbor and new beginnings await on the Chesapeake Bay... Pleasant Shores cop Evan Stone has worked hard to become a man of his word, overcoming the alcoholism that sent him down the wrong path in his youth. So when his late best friend's sister asks for his help, he doesn't hesitate. He promised he'd watch out for Cassie, and the cottage next to his will be a perfect short-term refuge for her and her dog. The other half of that promise—to stay away from Cassie romantically—is harder to keep. Sheltered for years because of a childhood illness, Cassie is ready to reach for what she wants. And despite her family's warnings and her own fears, Cassie's heart wants Evan. As the return of his estranged son puts his sobriety to the test, Cassie and Evan are drawn together, finding strength through what they've each weathered. She knows Evan would risk anything to protect her, but are they willing to risk the price of loving, now and forever? The Off Season Book 1: Cottage at the Beach Book 2: Reunion at the Shore Book 3: Christmas on the Coast Book 4: Home to the Harbor Book 5: First Kiss at Christmas Book 6: Forever on the Bay Book 7: Second Chance on the Chesapeake Book 8: Secrets of Summer