Wish You Faith by Jan Thompson
He falls in love with her at first sight. But someone else is also pursuing her. Who will get the girl in this holiday romance in the coastal city of Savannah, Georgia?
Rosie has settled into the single life…
Rosie Hamilton is focused on managing the Christmastown Tree Farm and taking care of her mother, whose Stage 4 cancer is in remission. On top of that, she also teaches third grade Sunday school. Being busy all week long means that she doesn’t have time for relationships.Evan thinks it has to be her…
Evan Cavanaugh quits his corporate position at his family business in Seattle and takes up a seasonal job at Christmastown in Savannah, Georgia. There, he delivers holiday decorations to local businesses and drives decorators around town. On his first day at work, he stops at the tree farm to pick up a delivery, sees Rosie for the first time, and falls in love with her right away.Is anyone else waiting in line?
When someone else shows interest in Rosie, Evan helps Rosie to escape the pursuer’s unrequited love. Will Rosie look at Evan differently now, or is he still a coworker and only a friend to her?
To Honor and Protect by Alexa Verde
When his best friend is in peril, a grumpy ex-military hero is honored to protect her. This might be a chance for them to be more than friends—or a chance to get killed.
After a patient nearly told her a secret before dying, small-town nurse Kaylee Byrne is attacked and runs for her life—right into the arms of the friend she has a crush on. It’s difficult to stay an eternal optimist under flying bullets, and even more difficult not to fall for her protector.
Together with his service dog, Roswell Stutton is the newest member of the Honor Team. He doesn’t expect his first assignment to be guarding his best buddy. Trauma PTSD stops him from seeking a relationship with the cheerful, sweet redhead, but he’ll do everything to keep her safe once he learns the dangerous secret—including safe from him…
Love’s True Measure by Lori DeJong
A guilt-ridden woman with everything to gain, a self-made man with everything to lose, and a Father who desires to show them their true measure is more than they could ever imagine.
Shannon Trent has dedicated her life to ministering to teens, even as she hides secrets from her past that haunt her. Born into privilege but starved for unconditional love and acceptance, she’s built a simpler life away from the expectations of her influential family. Shannon is content on her own, believing that opening her heart would mean unearthing her deepest shame. But when her charming neighbor stirs feelings she’s never allowed herself to entertain, his lack of faith provides the perfect excuse to keep her distance.
Hunter Kavanaugh has spent years chasing his dream of becoming the youngest partner at his prestigious Fort Worth law firm. But when his mother’s sudden death leaves him the sole guardian of his teenage sister, his carefully curated world crumbles. Struggling with grief, anger at God, and the demands of his career, Hunter is surprised when Shannon’s unwavering faith resonates with him—and her ability to connect with his sister draws him closer.
As Hunter and Shannon navigate their growing bond, unexpected challenges force them to confront their fears and priorities. Both must either choose to trust that God’s plan is far greater than their own—or risk losing the love of a lifetime.
Perfect for readers who love clean romance, faith-driven stories, and characters who grow emotionally and spiritually.
Her Inconvenient Wedding Date by Liwen Y. Ho
I always thought I’d marry for love… not because of a family tradition.
As the eldest daughter, my life’s basically one long checklist of responsibilities—especially when it comes to making sure my younger sister gets her happily ever after. And apparently, that means I need to tie the knot first.
Groan.
I’m an engineer by day, a beauty blogger by night, and a problem-solver 24/7. But even I wasn’t prepared for the solution to my marriage problem to show up in the form of Hunter Payne—my tall, charming, and goofy coworker who just so happened to save me from the world’s most awkward date.
Out of the kindness of his heart, he offers to marry me. For three months only. Just until the family pressure eases up. Totally platonic, totally practical.
Until it’s not.
Because three seconds into our union, a surprise kiss makes some very inconvenient emotions rise to the surface.
How am I going to survive this marriage without falling for the one guy I promised I wouldn’t catch feelings for?
Meet Me at the Fudge Shop by Lindsay Harrel, Rachel D. Russell, Susan May Warren
Their families are enemies, and he broke her heart, so of course she’ll have to work with him if she wants to save her fudge shop. Except, he wants the shop too…
Oh no. Someone is going to get hurt.
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There’s no way her rival—and that man who broke her heart—is going to steal her future from him. Not again.
Fudge maker Lilly Hart is back on Jonathon Island, and this time, she’s not going to fail. She’s learned her lessons after failing out of business school, and losing her dream apprenticeship. But her family’s 74 year old Fudge Shop belongs to her and she’s going to reopen it and join in the revival of Jonathon Island. Even if she has to wrest it out of the greedy hands of her ex-sweetheart, arrogant Declan Kelley.
The woman he can’t forget just might cost him everything…
Business executive Declan isn’t a fudge-maker, but apparently the only way to save his ancestral home is to return to Jonathon Island and reignite the Kelley fudge business. And, apparently, the Fudge Wars between the Harts and the Kelleys, because feisty Lily Hart is back too. Oh no. Because he’s never forgotten his mistakes, or his regrets that drove him from the island.
But the space can belong to only one family—which means a contest. Whoever sells the most fudge in one month gets the shop. Forced to share the space, sparks—and old feelings—begin to fly. Lily’s creative flair and Declan’s business acumen might just be the perfect recipe for success…if they can stop fighting long enough to realize it.
On the other hand, they might just reignite the town feud…
Sweet, swoony, and full of heart, dive into this romance between reunited rivals who hope to discover that on Jonathon Island, love might be the sweetest thing of all.
If you like secret love, family rivalries, delicious banter and second chances, you’ll love this Hatfields and McCoys, sweet and clean small town romance!
A Very Bavarian Summer by Katie M. Reid
Holly Noel Brigham is thrilled about her boyfriend’s upcoming visit to Bavarian Falls. What could go wrong?
Navigating a long-distance relationship is no picnic. Work demands, a wildfire, and insecurities threaten Holly’s and Nik’s summer plans and future goals.
What was supposed to be a season of carefree dates and tender kisses is complicated by unexpected loss, a surprise visitor, and the pressure of the Christmas in July Festival.
In an effort to strengthen their relationship, Holly and Nik decide to ask each other twenty questions…
What do you dream about?
What makes you cry?
What are you second-guessing?
What makes you angry?
Why do you love me?
The questions eerily parallel reality, causing a roller coaster of emotions and a high-elevation argument.
Is Holly’s and Nik’s relationship strong enough to endure some twists and turns or is this the end of the road?
Lawyer and the Laundress by Christine Hill Suntz
Lawyer James Kinney isn’t looking for love, and laundress Sara O’Connor doesn’t want to be found. When their paths cross in a British colony on the brink of rebellion, a marriage of convenience may be their best hope of survival.
Canada, 1837. Widower James Kinney knows his precocious daughter, Evie, needs more than his lessons on law and logic, but Toronto offers few options. Classes with the neighbor children seem ideal until James discovers Evie is secretly spending her time with Sara O’Connor, a kind and mysteriously educated servant. For propriety’s sake, James forbids their friendship. But then Evie falls victim to the illness ravaging the city, and James must call upon Sara’s medical knowledge and her special bond with Evie to save his daughter’s life.
When Sara’s presence in his household threatens scandal, however, James offers an unexpected solution: become his wife, in name only, and help him raise Evie to be a proper young lady.
If Sara can ignore the sparks she feels when they’re together, his logical proposal could keep her secret secure forever. But soon, the forces of rebellion unravel their tidy arrangement. When James is accused of treason, Sara must find the courage to face a past that could save her husband’s life.
Heart of Hope by Kimberly Keagan
Bridget Flynn never imagined she’d set foot in Victory, let alone inherit a struggling mining company in the heart of the Arizona Territory. With her late father’s legacy on the line and the looming threat of losing everything to cold-hearted creditors, Bridget faces a challenge as daunting as the unforgiving desert itself. To make matters worse, the coachman’s son who broke her heart nine years before is living and working in the very town she must now call home.
Hugh Astley came to Victory out of loyalty to Bridget’s father, but never dreamed he’d see Bridget after so much time had gone by without a word between them. Her arrival in the deserted town stirs up feelings he thought buried but can no longer ignore.
As they work together to save Victory, Bridget and Hugh must confront unexpected dangers, buried secrets, and a hurt that has never healed. Can Bridget find it in her heart to trust Hugh? Can Hugh dare hope he’s worthy enough for Bridget’s love?
Set against the sweeping backdrop of the Western frontier, Heart of Hope is a story of faith, resilience, and second chances.
Call in the Canyons by Kathleen Denly
The bandits who murdered her father are back, but can she trust the sheriff to protect her home and her heart?
Sheriff Heath Monroe believed the wrong man, and although California’s most notorious gang leader was eventually brought to justice, Heath’s error shattered the confidence of the people he serves. With reelection looming, Heath is desperate to prove his worth. So when he learns of a new threat to the citizens of California, he doesn’t hesitate to take action, even though he knows the job will endanger the lives of those he cares about—something he swore he’d never do again. Haunted by the ghosts of past mistakes and second-guessing every decision, Heath sets out to put an end to California’s most dangerous bandit gang, once and for all.
Virginia Baker works hard to keep her desert cattle ranch going, and even harder to keep all men off her land. When the bandits who murdered her father return to her valley, memories of a friendship cut tragically short drive her to work with the all-male posse pursuing the gang in search of justice. Despite her determination to remain guarded, Heath Monroe’s steadfast integrity and unexpected humility begin to crack her defenses. But can she rely on the widower leading them, or will his secrets confirm her belief that no man is to be trusted?
Heart’s Promise by Linda Hoover
Welcome back to Jacob and Julia’s Iowa farm.
In 1893, their son Justin is eleven. and daughter Annaliese is ten. When Jacob and Julia adopted Annaliese as an infant, they were told God had a special plan for her. As Annaliese grows up, she wonders if her purpose will be world-changing.
Julia’s old friend, Edward Harrington, comes to visit from England, along with his wife and son, Robbie. Their time at the farm is the beginning of a like/hate relationship and later something more between Robbie and Annaliese. When the families traveled to San Francisco in 1900, a shocking revelation from Edward’s wife could change everything, beginning with taking Annaliese to England.
If this is God’s plan, Annaliese is disappointed. It’s nothing like she imagined, and her heart’s desire is to go to veterinary college. This could mean a very different future for her.
Liberty’s Promise by Izzy James
Liberty’s Promise is a single dad, opposites attract, Christian homesteading romance against the backdrop of Wyoming Territory in 1876.
Entrepreneur Willis Ogden started the small town of Liberty in Wyoming territory to create a place for his daughter to grow up away from the conventions of his family back East and the lawless terrors of Western cattle towns. He welcomed a lady doctor to practice in Liberty, but he’s not sure he’s ready when the Union Pacific sends a female telegrapher to take up residence in his depot. He’s heard stories about career women on the rails and he’s not a fan of what he’s heard.
Sadie Joan Hill learned “the code” from a border residing at her first place of employment. A jealous family member had her tossed on her ear without a reference. Sadie recovered by getting a job as a telegrapher. It’s taken years to earn her way up the ranks, but she’s been offered the job of station master at Liberty. A small outpost to be sure, but it’s a step up Sadie cannot afford to miss. Imagine. A station of her very own.
It figures the town would be run by an old-fashioned man who cannot see beyond her pretty pink coat. No matter, Sadie has plans and she’s not going to let a man with his mind in the past destroy her future.
Golden Horizons by Darlene Panzera
Originally published in the Sew in Love Collection with Barbour Books as Hearts Sewn With Love
In 1850, during the height of the California Gold Rush, a decent single young lady was rarer than gold itself…
After a grueling seven-month journey to Gold Bar, California, Maggie McDermott and her mother arrive only to face a devastating loss—her cousin, their only connection in the West, has met an untimely end. With no male relatives to support them, the town assumes Maggie will marry. But Maggie has other plans. Determined to build a life on her own terms, she opens a seamstress shop—and soon earns more gold than the men clamoring for her hand.
One man stands apart from the rest—Benjamin Freethy. A hardworking miner raising his orphaned nephew, Ben is captivated by Maggie’s kindness and beauty. But with gold growing scarce, he refuses to consider marriage until he can provide for a wife. Even if that wife is the one woman he longs for.
Capturing You: Killers in Shadow Cove by Robin Patchen
In a high-stakes game of deception, two rivals must work together to bring down a ruthless terrorist.
After Alyssa’s dream of working in US intelligence is thwarted, she leaves her mundane profession to pursue a career as a cyber investigator. Though she aces every case she gets, securing enough customers to stay afloat proves challenging. When a lucrative commission comes along, she thinks she’s hit the jackpot. But this client isn’t the British entrepreneur he claims to be. And then her old nemesis interrupts their meeting with a startling move.
CIA agent Callan Templeton is floundering in his new role as a single father to a surprise daughter, but he still has a job to do. He follows a tip about a terrorist, only to be shocked when he finds his old college adversary dining with the notorious killer. Maybe there was a better way to step in than by posing as Alyssa’s fiancé, but it was the best excuse he could come up with to insert himself into their meeting.
Callan once stole the job Alyssa coveted, and now the last thing she wants is his help. But when he explains who her client really is, she realizes she’s in way over her head. Dariush Ghazi knew exactly what he was doing when he targeted her. She’s trapped. She must go along with a dangerous scheme, pretending to help him while working with Callan…or end up dead.
In their quest to dismantle Dariush’s network of evil, Callan and Alyssa risk sacrificing each other—and everything they hold dear.
Prepare to dive into this gripping tale of enemies turned allies, a fake engagement, and a deadly conspiracy.
Honor: A Christian Romantic Suspense Anthology by Sara Blackard, Jenna Brandt, N.Y. Dunlap, Rebecca Hemlock
Four suspenseful summer stories of love, faith and excitement!
Tracked Secrets – Sara Blackard
Running from a stalker? Check. Getting stuck with her ex-crush? Not part of the plan.
Selah Hart thought disappearing to a remote villa would give the time to figure out how to end this nightmare.
She didn’t expect Zac Smith—her best friend’s brother, and the one man she’s never forgotten—to be there, back from the military and seeking solitude of his own.
But as a hurricane barrels toward the island, cutting them off, the storm might not be the only thing closing in.
Because for a man obsessed, the chaos is the perfect cover to take what he wants.
Branded by Fear – Jenna Brandt
Not only did Mandy Thorne get caught up with the wrong guy, but the wrong choices. So, when a nursing job in Mission, Texas opens up, she jumps at the chance to start over.
Logan Stilwell is a seasoned horseback search and rescue deputy and on the hunt for an escaped convict. When he’s injured and treated by a fiery redheaded nurse, he realizes he’s met his match.
Will Mandy prove she’s changed? Can Logan make room in his life for love? And what happens when Mandy’s dangerous past and Logan’s mission collide?
Taken Across Oceans – N.Y. Dunlap
Jasmine Aquino escaped servitude in Saudi Arabia for WITSEC. But the disappearance of her undocumented high school student, Vickie, throws her monotonous life into chaos.
Ex-Navy SEAL Maddox McConaughey plans to relax at his Big Bear cabin, but a frantic teacher searching for a missing girl derails his plans.
Together, Jasmine and Maddox embark on a deadly quest to find Vickie, which quickly reveals that someone targeted her as revenge against Jasmine. With their own lives in danger, can Maddox capture Jasmine’s heart and set them all free before it’s too late?
Tailored for Justice – Rebecca Hemlock
When seamstress Bailey Callahan finds a cryptic note hidden in the pocket of a suit she’s altering, she never expects it to uncover a deadly terrorist plot. Turning to her best friend, Detective Jacob O’Hara, is the only logical choice—but leaning on him stirs emotions she’s spent years trying to ignore. Burned by love before, Bailey has sworn off relationships, and she refuses to risk losing the one person she truly trusts.
But as the danger intensifies, so do Jacob’s feelings for Bailey. He’s always been her protector, but now he wants to be more. With time running out and a city at risk, Bailey must learn to trust not only Jacob—but also God’s plan for her heart. Will they stop the threat before it’s too late, or will fear keep them from the love they were meant to find?
Echoes of Darkness by Darlene L. Turner
A serial killer stalks a small town, and a police officer must face her family’s dark past to catch him.
The sleepy community of Kenorapeake Falls in northern Ontario seems like somewhere Constable Oaklynn Brock can finally outrun her violent past. That is, until she’s assigned to investigate a series of suspicious deaths. She can’t reveal that she knows how serial killers think because she grew up with one. Yet the eerie similarities between these murders and those committed by her father, known as the Suicide Slayer, hint at a copycat in their midst. But why here and why now?
Caleb Greene of the Canadian Watchers Squad, a special task force, has his own reasons to be wary of working alongside Oaklynn. But with rumors of a local cult known as the Light Paragons gaining power, the stakes are too high to refuse.
As they explore connections between the killings and cult, Oaklynn and Caleb are forced to confront old secrets…and a terrifying new threat. Someone is watching Oaklynn’s every move. They know exactly who she is and what she might be capable of. And soon her biggest fear isn’t just having her past exposed, but that a killer will turn whatever days she has left into a living nightmare…
Romeo by Jessica Ashley
A deadly secret, an unexpected love that could cost everything.
Riley “Romeo” Hunt is an expert at finding those who don’t want to be found. When he’s hired to catch a jewel thief responsible for a brutal murder, he never expects to find a beautiful woman caught in the middle.
Jules is running for her life. After witnessing her grandfather’s murder during a heist gone wrong, she’s left with nothing but the haunting memory of his death—and the killer’s vow to silence her, too. She has no choice but to flee, leaving behind everything she’s ever known.
As Riley and Jules cross paths in a desperate race to uncover the truth behind the murder, the lines between ally and enemy blur. With danger closing in, sparks fly between them—igniting a forbidden attraction neither one of them anticipated.
Riley promised himself he would never fall in love. But with every heartbeat, his resolve begins to crumble, and the feelings he carries for Jules grow stronger.
But love is a double-edged sword, especially when it’s wielded by enemies who will stop at nothing to destroy them both.
In a world of lies and deceit, Riley and Jules must decide: Is love worth the risk?
Where Secrets Lie by Colleen Coble and Rick Acker
USA TODAY bestselling romantic suspense author Colleen Coble and Rick Acker deliver the second book in their compelling Tupelo Grove series (following What We Hide), where a crumbling university, stolen artifacts, deep family secrets, and deadly ambitions all stand in the way of a second chance at happiness.
College professor Savannah Webster is ready to give her ex-husband, Hez, another chance, and she believes he’s finally ready for them to face their many past trials as a team. But when Savannah finds evidence that points to Hez’s old demons resurfacing, the fragile trust they’ve built begins to crumble. And it’s not just their relationship that hanging in the balance–the survival of the university Savannah’s family poured their lives into is also under threat.
Hez is determined to put his past mistakes behind him with his new role mentoring law students at Tupelo Grove University’s legal clinic. His primary focus with the clinic is to help Savannah pull the university out of a pit of debt and bad decisions made by the previous leadership, including her father. But their quest for stability takes a dark turn as they try to root out the dangerous smuggling ring the university is entangled in, and their investigation puts them in the crosshairs of criminals who will stop at nothing to eliminate any obstacle in their path.
The twists continue until the final page as a dangerous world of smuggling and financial instability collides with the complex dynamics of legacy and family.
Rescued by Jerusha Agen
Being a nanny shouldn’t be dangerous. Tell that to the people who want her dead.
As the nanny of twin two-year-olds who lost their mother, Valena Greer wants to create a happy and safe home for the children. The kids must know they’re loved and protected—the opposite of her own unstable childhood. But when danger comes to her door, the illusion of safety is shattered.
A security agent shouldn’t have to convince the lady he’s saving her life.
But that’s exactly what Cooper White must do when he tries to rescue Valena and the twins from would-be killers. If he could get Valena to trust him, then he could focus entirely on evading the opposing organizations that want to take the children and eliminate their protectors.
As the deadly pursuers close in, can Valena and Cooper trust each other and God for the rescue they need?
Rescued was included in the Cold Escape Kindle Unlimited anthology.
Rescued is Book One in the thrilling Security League Series.
Real heroes. Real faith. Women in trouble, fighting to survive, encounter the heroes of the Security League and the God they didn’t know they needed.
Reframing Trust by Regina Rudd Merrick
FBI Special Agent Julia Rossi returns to Clementville to investigate signs of criminal activity linked to a case she’s struggling to leave behind. After losing her fiancé to infidelity and her partner to prison, trust has become a foreign concept. Can she trust her job, her instincts, or even her faith?
Carpenter Eli Reno isn’t thrilled when his exploration of the tunnels underneath Clementville not only uncovers evidence of recent criminal activity but also forces him to work alongside the woman who broke his friend’s heart.
As the two explore the dark tunnels, Eli battles his anger over his friend’s betrayal, while Julia fights to regain her footing in a world full of broken trust. But in the depths below, can they learn to rely on one another—and on God—to uncover the truth and find healing in each other’s hearts?
The Final Word by Laura Thomas
When aspiring author Sophie Brooks chooses to trade a vibrant Paris life for the tranquility of a quaint English village, she imagines her final days in the City of Lights will be magical. Sophie doesn’t anticipate a chilling encounter with an old flame—nor does she plan to find a new love on her very last night.
Miles Morgan’s life has been defined as a successful opera singer—until now. His chance encounter with Sophie in Paris ignites renewed hope … if he can figure out his next chapter and if she can accept what his future may hold.
In the heart of the English countryside, Sophie and Miles’ fairy tale romance turns into a noxious nightmare as the darkness of Sophie’s past—and her volatile ex—catch up with her. Both Sophie and Miles must surrender everything to the One they thought had betrayed them as they lean into love and fight for their lives.
If You’re Reading This by Christy Barritt
In Alaska, the cold isn’t the only thing that kills . . .
Alaska State Trooper Logan Gibson has buried his past deeper than the winter snows of America’s Last Frontier. But exposure is imminent when his friend Morgan Riley goes missing and dangerous truths once shuttered by distant memories start to come into the light.
A methodical killer is stalking the Alaskan wilderness, taunting authorities with haunting images linked to Morgan’s award-winning photographs. When the Arctic Circle Murder Club gets a lead, Andi Slade and Duke McAllister are drawn into Logan’s investigation.
As they narrow the suspects, the danger intensifies. From treacherous mountain peaks to the merciless depths of frigid waters, Alaska’s stunning landscape seems to inspire a killer who is always one step ahead of them.
Logan and his friends must stop this madman before he perfects his artistic vision. Otherwise, Logan may become the killer’s ultimate masterpiece.
Burning Rivals by Voni Harris Susan May Warren, Lisa Phillips
RESCUE. DANGER. DEVOTION.
THIS TIME, THEIR HEARTS ARE ON THE LINE.
He lost the one person who meant the most to him—and she let it happen.
Vince hasn’t forgiven Cadee for abandoning his father in the fire that took his life, but he’s going to find out why. When he discovers the Feds have a warrant out for his arrest, he knows he’s being framed for crimes he didn’t commit. And Cadee might be the only one he can rely on to clear his name. Vince will have to confront his bitter past and put his unwavering trust in the woman who once shattered his heart.
And Cadee…well, she knows better than to open up her heart—and trust—to the man who hates her. But she needs him if she hopes to stay alive, so…
Oh, it’s going to be a long, hot summer.
Grab this sizzling but clean romantic adventure through the fiery forest of Alaska in this latest installment of the Chasing Fire: Alaska series.
Burning Escape by Michelle Sass Aleckson, Susan May Warren, Lisa Phillips
RESCUE. DANGER. DEVOTION.
THIS TIME, THEIR HEARTS ARE ON THE LINE.
She was born to fight fires…
When Tori Mitchell said goodbye to the handsome stranger after their heart-stopping dance on her last night of freedom, she never expected him to wind up on the same Midnight Sun elite smokejumper team. Now the two rookies are on the run through the Alaska backcountry, chased by militia men intent on stopping the wildlands firefighters. Forced to rely on each other, Tori has to ignore the sparks between them if they’re going to stay alive. Otherwise that spark will turn into a flame neither of them can put out.
He’s got something to prove…
Born into a family legacy of firefighting, Orion Price is determined to prove his worth up in Alaska. One explosive evening on the dance floor with Tori threatens the only shot he has to step out of the shadow of his mistakes. He’s going to take this shot to show his family—and himself—that he can be the man they believe he is. Orion won’t risk his heart, even if survival in an isolated community means faking a relationship with Tori.
Brace yourself for a high-octane, heart-pounding, inspirational thrill ride filled with real-life heroism, searing romantic suspense, and the restorative power of unrelenting grace.
One More Chance by Lisa Phillips
Living in Phoenix in the heat of summer isn’t for the faint of heart.
Add a cat, and things could get messy. Especially when Kenna doesn’t know why she feels strangely lethargic and keeps missing time. Is she ill, or is something far more sinister at work? She didn’t plan to have to navigate the “in sickness and in health” part of married life so soon, but here she is. With her team backing off to give her and Jax space to be newlyweds, she will have to figure this out without them.
Kenna is up to the challenge. Until it all goes wrong, of course.
A cold case mixes with a present threat, and their enemy seems to be around every corner. With a list of missing people and a hint this might be connected to a shadowy organization, Kenna needs her health to hold out until the case is closed. Uncovering a dangerous plot wasn’t part of her summer plan, but maybe she’s the only one who can bring the truth to light.
This brand of justice will cost her team everything.
Warning: this book contains a diabolical cliffhanger.
Don’t say I didn’t warn you.
Ranger Purpose by Lynn Shannon
A baby in danger…
Texas Ranger Daniel Perez has spent his life upholding justice, but the shadows of a failed marriage have left him wary of second chances. When his mother calls him home after a brazen kidnapping attempt at their church, Daniel finds himself drawn into a web of danger and a mysterious case. The target? Foster mother Ellie Brooks and the baby boy she loves like her own.
Ellie Brooks lost her career with the FBI and nearly her life when her last mission went tragically wrong. Now, she’s built a quiet life in Silver Creek, determined to protect the child in her care. But when masked men try to steal her foster son, Ellie realizes her past is catching up with her in ways she never imagined.
As they hunt for answers, Daniel and Ellie must navigate a storm of secrets, betrayals, and deadly threats. The more they uncover, the clearer it becomes: someone powerful is willing to kill to keep the past buried. With danger closing in, Daniel will do whatever it takes to keep Ellie and the baby safe—but can he protect his heart from the woman who’s become his everything?
Ranger Purpose is the tenth novel in the Texas Ranger Heroes series, although each book can be read as a standalone. A fast-paced mystery paired with a sweet romance, it’s guaranteed to keep you hooked until the final page!
Dominic by Kari Trumbo
Why was he always called to the weird cases?
Dominic Anderson inched the window down in his truck to keep him awake. After driving a little over one hundred miles to Grand Marais, MN, he was ready to find out what this call was all about. The request had been vague but urgent, the pay had been immediate, even before signing the contract, which was odd to say the least.
The pay wasn’t even the weirdest though.
The woman had refused to tell him her name. She had refused to tell him what he would be protecting her from. She had refused to give him an address. If there was ever a real-life description of driving blind, he was living it.
Find out all the secrets of our mysterious heroine in Dominic: Northern Guardians 2
Trinity Sands Beach Club by Jen Dodrill, Sharon H. Carpenter, Deborah Sprinkle
What do a widow, a newly divorced woman, and a retired professor of art history have in common?
They all came to Trinity Sands Island to find a simple life without any entanglements. But instead, they are each confronted with a mystery and another chance at romance. Will they be brave enough to face the possible dangers of solving a mystery and losing their hearts?
This collection includes three novellas:
“Trinity Sands Treasure Hunt” by Sharon Carpenter—Retired art professor Claire Anderson inherited all of her uncle’s worldly goods. Arriving at his Trinity Sands Beach Club bungalow, she faces the daunting task of sorting through the boxes and bags that he left behind.
When someone tries to break in and steal seemingly worthless items, Claire calls Chief of Security, Ben Hastings and sparks fly. Claire and Ben realize all is not as it seems when they set out to discover who is targeting the house.
In their search for answers, will the attraction between Claire and Ben deepen into real treasure?
“SeaBreeze Obsession” by Jen Dodrill—Newly single Karah Halyard returns to her beach cottage and starts “SeaBreeze Designs,” a business specializing in beach decor. But beneath the tentative peace of her life, unresolved feelings stir as she considers reconciling with her ex-husband, Gage, who is in town doing research. When a secret admirer confronts her on the beach, Karah defends herself and runs. That night, he’s found dead. As she and Gage face a murder investigation, they must confront their past and unravel the mystery of the real killer.
Can they solve the crime and reconcile their fractured relationship?
“Searching for Serenity” by Deborah Sprinkle—Grace Caldwell hasn’t been to their beach house since her husband passed away three years ago. Her grief has kept her from moving forward with her life. But, when a letter arrives from her friend, Serenity James, saying something strange is going on at the Beach Club, Grace decides it’s time to head south. However, when she arrives, Serenity has disappeared, and no one knows where she is. Detective Peter Young gets involved and, as Grace and he work together, a mutual attraction blossoms—one that takes Grace by surprise.
Will Grace find love again while solving the mystery behind Serenity’s disappearance?
Dying to Sell by Ellery Adams, Tina Radcliffe
Welcome back to Hope Street Church, where friendships are formed, fresh starts are encouraged, and mysteries are solved . . .
When an unscrupulous real estate agent tries to strong-arm a wealthy friend of Grammy Lee’s into selling her stately home, Cooper and her Bible study friends are called in to investigate—before any crime has been committed. Grammy’s fear is that the man is so devious he’ll try to bump off her friend in order to get his hands on the estate. But before Cooper and the gang can do much more than confirm he’s as sketchy as Grammy suspects, someone else takes matters into their own hands and takes the agent out of the picture, permanently.
The Bible study group knows that even the wicked deserve justice, so they continue to investigate, this time to catch a killer. There’s a full roster of service staff heading up their list of suspects, along with the elderly home owner herself. Then Cooper learns that the feds have taken an interest in the case, and suddenly she and her friends begin to worry they’re in real danger. Because nothing about this case is what it seems, and while charity may begin at home, this home is full of secrets that may cost Cooper her life . . .
Includes heavenly recipes from Magnolia Lee’s kitchen!
Forged in Deception by Kendra Warden
The serpent isn’t dead. She’s only sleeping…
When it comes to finding a research breakthrough, scientist Karlin McKenna won’t let anything get in her way–at least not until her employer pressures her into crossing an ethical line. If she refuses to play their game, it could cost her everything. Including her brother’s life.
Private security operative Asher Forge has never been one to turn down a chance to go undercover, and taking part in a top secret medical trial sounds pretty sweet. Especially when his client happens to be a beautiful redhead who clearly hasn’t broken a rule since the second grade.
It doesn’t take long for Asher and Karlin to realize that taking down Senera Pharmaceuticals is going to be even more difficult than they expected. And little do they know that even darker secrets are lurking in the cold desert night.
Serve. Protect. Redeem.
Forge Brothers Security is a clean and Christian suspense romance series. Each book is a standalone and can be read in any order. Tropes for Forged in Deception include he falls first, class clown hero, type A heroine, and opposites attract.
Unshaken by Shelley Shepard Gray
He helps her hide until danger has passed. She hopes her cover lasts long enough.
When Stephanie Miller planned her visit to a dollar store in southern Ohio, she was expecting to pick up a few items she couldn’t find in her Amish community. She was not expecting to find herself an innocent bystander as a drug deal went horribly wrong. The sole witness to a murder, now Stephanie is targeted by the gunman.
Hardy Anderson is always ready to help his social worker sister, Bev–which now includes hiding an Amish woman until a killer can be brought to justice. Surely if they dress her in English clothing, Hardy can hide her at the sprawling ranch where he works. But the killer is desperate–and there’s no telling what lengths he will go.
The Atlas of Untold Stories by Sara Brunsvold
A literary journey beckons them . . . and may profoundly rewrite their stories.
Chloe Vance, dreamer of the family, needs to tell her pragmatic mom, Edie, that she has accepted a low-paying art instructor role at a Christian school in Prague. Her older sister, Lauren–the “responsible one”–is doing all she can to hide the fact she’s been fired for a foolish mistake and is desperately seeking her next career move. Meanwhile, Edie, estranged from her own sister following their mother’s recent death, is frankly in no mood for anything else to change.
The one thing they can all agree on? Life in books sure is easier to navigate than life in the real world. As the three women embark on a nine-day road trip to visit significant literary sites throughout America’s heartland, they hope to find inspiration through the works and lives of literary greats. As they experience firsthand the adventure and wonder of the classics, they’ll discover the value of being honest with themselves–and their family–about their losses and failures. Only then can they come to terms with their own needs and desires and find support from the most important women in their lives–each other.
Book clubs will relish this trek through America’s classic literature as award-winning author Sara Brunsvold pens an inspirational novel of mother-daughter relationships, sisterhood, literary themes, a cross-country road trip, and books about books.
Of Silver and Secrets by Michelle Griep
Buried underneath are truths bent on keeping them apart. . . .
In 1889 Victorian England, Eva Inman is haunted by guilt over her parents’ deaths while struggling to care for her blind sister and manage her family’s crumbling estate. With the tax deadline looming, Eva’s situation looks dire until an ancient silver ring is unearthed on the property. Despite superstitions warning against disturbing the supposedly cursed acres, Eva’s need for funds ignites her curiosity about the potential of finding more buried relics.
Cambridge professor Bram Webb must prove a legendary Christian Roman settlement exists, or he’ll risk exposing his uncle’s deteriorating memory and they’ll both lose their positions. Then Eva steps into his office with the prospect of an archaeological dig that might lead to the very evidence Bram requires–provided he and Eva can set aside painful memories of a time they would rather forget. As the dig forces the two to confront their pasts, the work becomes fraught with challenges that threaten Eva’s and Bram’s hopes, as well as the growing attraction between them.
Legends of Gold by Mary Connealy
On a risky treasure hunt in the rugged wilderness, can love trump all odds?
After years of solitude, Tilda Muirhead’s life takes an unexpected twist when she accepts a teaching position at Two Harts Ranch following her cross-country pursuit of two brothers obsessed with a treasure map left by their grandfather. Tilda is now tasked with educating those mischievous MacKenzie boys, who are bent on remaining out west with the rest of their family until they find the hoped-for treasure. Then a man named Ben arrives, claiming to be her own long-lost brother. Raised as an orphan with no memory of her past, Tilda is both fascinated and wary of Ben’s sudden interest in finding her.
When Ben’s motives grow increasingly suspect, rancher Josh Hart suggests Tilda and the young MacKenzies set off on a quest with him that aims to protect Tilda while unearthing the map’s secrets. As they explore the wilderness, Tilda becomes captivated by the history behind the map, though she doubts it leads to anything more than old artifacts. Yet danger looms ever closer, and Tilda and Josh must rely on faith and their blossoming love to navigate the treacherous path ahead.
A clean, witty, action-packed Western romance highlighting the bonds of family and the quest to belong. Fans of cowboy heroes, frontier romances, and hijinks adventure will be captivated.
To Love a Beast by Karen Witemeyer
Beauty & the Beast in 1800’s Texas.
Once known among New York’s elite as the American Adonis, Everett Griffin now lives as a recluse in the wilds of Texas. The treachery of a former admirer left his face and his spirit riddled with scars, so he hides himself away, his only companions a trio of trusted servants and an oversized dog. Locals whisper of the beastly man who lives in the gloomy manor outside of town and his tendency to attack anyone who dares approach. Everett relishes his fearsome reputation and uses it as a shield to guard his privacy. Until a young woman as stubborn as she is beautiful infiltrates his sanctum and lays siege to his defenses.
When an injury to her father jeopardizes the family’s book binding business, Callista Rosenfeld determines to fulfill the contract herself, and no insufferable client or woman-eating dog will deter her. Finding unlikely allies among Mr. Griffin’s staff, Callista secures her position and sets to work transforming the manor’s remarkable library. Her employer transforms as well, his ill-tempered growls subsiding to reveal a considerate, intellectual nature. Affection blooms as Callista and Everett discover hidden depths in each other, but the evil schemes of a vengeful hunter threaten to leave their love and their lives in tatters.
The Codebreaker’s Daughter by Amy Lynn Green
In the heart of the US capital, Dinah Kendall’s role for the Office of Strategic Services isn’t the thrilling espionage career she dreamed of. Instead, she spends her days crafting rumors aimed at undermining Axis morale. As Dinah navigates her duties, she uncovers a startling revelation: Her mother, Lillian, was once a codebreaker, cracking military ciphers during the Great War alongside some of the nation’s most brilliant minds. The deeper Dinah dives into her mother’s past, the more secrets come to light–including the heavy cost of high-stakes codebreaking.
Lillian, though resolute in her decision to avoid war work, reluctantly enters the fray when old friends in Washington, DC, seek her expertise. Both mother and daughter find themselves working behind the scenes–and working together–to support the Allied cause. But just when Dinah begins to excel in her new position, everything she’s worked so hard to obtain comes crashing down around her. Caught in a web of intrigue and unsure who to trust, she must piece together the truth in time to confront the shadowy threat that could compromise the impending D-Day invasion.
A compelling World War I and World War II home front novel inspired by true stories of codebreakers and OSS agents. Courage, danger, and a mother-daughter bond interweave in this compelling historical tale that will appeal to readers of Sarah Sundin and Madeline Martin.
From the Valley We Rise by Elizabeth Musser
Loyalty during Peril
In the heart of war-torn France, Isabelle Seauve’s resolve is tested after her father sacrifices his life to protect her involvement in the French Resistance. Heartbroken, Isabelle becomes more dedicated to hiding Jewish children in and near the village of Sisteron despite the growing danger when she discovers a traitor within the Resistance ranks.
Truth amid Deception
As the shadow of betrayal looms, Isabelle’s world collides with that of US Army Chaplain Peter Christensen, who carries emotional scars from his first position in Kentucky and his service in North Africa. Together, they face the brutal reality of war as the second D-Day–the Allied invasion of Provence–unfolds.
Bravery through Trial
Fifteen-year-old René Amblard narrowly escapes a devastating German attack that claims the lives of his mother and their fellow Maquis fighters. With a Jewish orphan girl at his side, René seeks out his cousin, Isabelle, for refuge while he contemplates revenge.
When the bombs of Operation Dragoon begin to fall, this unlikely group of heroes must find freedom in their souls before they can rebuild what has been destroyed.
A Steadfast Heart by Lacy Williams, Martha Hutchens
When his family legacy is on the line, rancher Drew McGraw becomes desperate for someone to tame and tutor his three children. Desperate enough to seek a mail-order bride. But when the wrong woman arrives on his doorstep, Drew balks.
Heiress Kaitlyn Montgomery runs straight from the scandal chasing her toward a fresh start on a secluded ranch. She strikes a bargain with Drew—a marriage convenient for both of them.
But the more Kaitlyn adapts to ranch life and forms a bond with Drew’s children and their enigmatic father, she realizes that this ranch is where she is meant to be. And then her past catches up with her…
This sweet historical romance is perfect for fans of the following tropes:
*ready-made family
*nanny/tutor
*single dad
*fish out of water
A Faith Untamed by April W Gardner
He breached her city, chained her king. Neither her faith nor her heart is as easily conquered.
Jerusalem 587 BC
Liora, once a noblewoman of Jerusalem, is now bound to General Nebuzaradan, the Butcher of Babylon, who captured her city and now strips the Temple bare of wealth and dignity. Though her future seems sealed, a rash vow he made to Yahweh keeps him at a distance.
Just when she believes the worst is past, a rebel from the hills seeks her out and an ambitious Babylonian prince arrives with designs for the Ark. While the rebel wants her aid and the prince wants her knowledge, Nebuzaradan simply wants her. As Jerusalem burns, Liora is thrust into the dangerous political games between prince and general, rebel and the people of her heart.
In a world of destruction and intrigue, Liora is once again a tool in the hands of power-hungry men—only her untamable faith in Yahweh will guide her through.
Covenant of the Heart by Heidi Chiavaroli
The prophet Jeremiah’s forecast of destruction has haunted Odelia for her whole life, despite her father’s stance against him. When the Babylonian army arrives at Jerusalem’s city walls, Odelia finally understands the truth of Jeremiah’s words. All too soon, she must decide between faithfulness to her family and faithfulness to the ways of the Lord.
When a man who has been like a grandfather to Odelia asks her to help him smuggle the ark of the covenant out of the city, she cannot turn away. Having spent her childhood navigating the underground tunnels and waterways of Jerusalem, she becomes a crucial asset to their mission. But traveling underground while carrying the ark in the way prescribed by the Lord is no easy task. Can Odelia lead everyone to safety? And even if she does, what will be waiting for them on the other side?
Angel from the East by Barbara A Curtis
His path to redemption lies in the hands of the citified newcomer who believes the worst of him.
Caleb Morgan has had everything stolen from him—his strength, the job he loved, even his good name. He’s determined to even the score with the man responsible, until he meets the captivating new owner of the Double E Ranch. Though he’s drawn to her compassion, he fears she may never see beyond his supposed wrongdoings, unless he can prove his innocence and reclaim his honor.
Eliza Roberts is a teacher, not a rancher. But if she has any hope of selling the ranch she inherited from her grandfather and continuing on to her new life in California, she needs to restore it to some semblance of order. If only the man her grandfather advised her to trust wasn’t refusing to help her.
When an offer of courtship arises from the current foreman, Eliza sees the practicality in the offer. So why does her heart keep wandering back to Caleb? And why can’t she shake the feeling that something’s not right at the Double E Ranch? Will she have the courage to follow the clues behind the strange mishaps at the Double E—and possibly embrace a different life than she imagined?
Madison’s Mission by Susan G Mathis
Step into the captivating world of Boldt Castle in 1903, where dreams are forged in the fires of adversity and love.
Madison Murray, the devoted maid to the legendary Louise Boldt, harbors a singular mission—to care for her ailing mistress while hiding her own painful past. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Emmett O’Connor, the distinguished foreman overseeing Boldt Castle’s extravagant construction. Their connection sparks with promise, yet the chasm of class difference and hidden secrets loom large.
Just as their budding romance begins to flourish, tragedy strikes, shattering their world. A deadly accident leaves Emmett wrestling with guilt and at the center of an investigation that could unravel everything he holds dear. Then Madison finds herself ensnared in a dangerous coverup that threatens her very life.
When Mrs. Boldt passes away, Madison is left reeling—jobless and burdened by the weight of her perceived failures. In a world filled with uncertainty, can she summon the strength to move forward and confront her past? Will Emmett rise above his challenges to forge a future alongside the woman who has captured his heart?
Secrets of the Revolution by Megan Soja
The cause of liberty brought them together. Will it also tear them apart?
Hannah Pierce is determined to keep her father‘s apothecary shop running, despite his failing health, the heavy burden of her mother’s recent death, and the mysterious disappearance of her brother. She’ll do whatever it takes to preserve her family’s legacy, including joining a dangerous ring of patriot spies…and falling for a revolutionary printer with a brave heart.
William Abbott always keeps his promises. He vowed long ago to never abandon those in need like his father did. So when new British acts of Parliament threaten Boston and endanger his family, he throws himself into serving the Patriot cause, using his position at the printing office to gather and spread intelligence. But when his clandestine role in the newly formed spy ring causes him to cross paths with the apothecary’s beautiful daughter, he may find himself fighting for more than the cause.
As tensions in Boston reach a breaking point, Will and Hannah find their bond deepening even as the noose tightens around the spy ring. When promises and determination are not enough to protect the ones they love, they’ll need to trust God if they are to survive what is to come.
The Storyteller by Kristie Self
He’s holding to his convictions.
She’s clinging to her secrets.
Can love bridge the divide between their hearts?
Merry Wesley is living the life of her dreams. Nothing could make her happier than being a successfully published author—except perhaps stepping out from behind the shadow of her pen name and taking ownership of her books. Deciding instead to follow the wishes of her publisher, she has resigned herself to keeping the literary part of her life a secret from all but those who are closest to her.
Newly installed as the vicar of Roderick Glen, Micah Chapman is anxious to make his mark on the community. Determined to be a beacon of faith for others, he sets high standards for himself and those around him. This includes discouraging others from reading fictional novels, as he believes such books only encourage readers to pursue a life of immorality.
Micah is intrigued by Merry from their first meeting, but it quickly becomes apparent that their beliefs regarding fictional novels are anything but compatible. And when rumors abound that the mysterious author Wesley Aberdeen resides in Roderick Glen, Micah is determined to find the man, little dreaming that his search will lead him straight to Merry’s door.
Merry is torn between her growing feelings for the vicar and the desire to reveal the truth about herself. Can true love break through the barrier which separates her heart from his? Or has the time for compromise passed?
Return to Roderick Glen for another heartfelt, sweet romance and a visit with your favorite characters.
Where Grace Abides by Kelsey Lasher
Andon Cox hasn’t been home to Vermont in twelve long years. After Emma Transom, the love of his life, crushed any hope they once had for a future together, he left with no intent to return. That is until his father died and left him an inheritance- a farm-house that dates back to the 1770’s and one that holds secrets both distant and personal for Andon and Emma. Andon’s father has tasked him with discovering the truth that has been buried by time within Maplevale and has forced him to partner with Emma to do it. Hidden within the walls of Maplevale, lies a secret. One that reaches back to the American Revolution, a secret that could be the key to healing the rift between Andon and Emma.
Two hundred and fifty years earlier, Major Ezra James, an officer in the British Army, marches into Philadelphia, ready to occupy the rebel capital. He resides in the home of the beautiful and talented cook, Verity Kent, a staunch patriot and sister of one of Washington’s men. Although both are fighting on opposite sides of the same war, love grows between them. That is until grave secrets, danger, and betrayal threaten to undo the bond that they have forged.
As Andon’s, Emma’s, Verity’s, and Ezra’s stories intersect, all are forced to confront grief and guilt and discover the grace buried within it all.
Conveniently Wed by Lacy Williams, Misty M. Beller, Linda Ford, Shanna Hatfield, Lorri Dudley, Andrea Byrd
Enjoy this collection of six marriage of convenience novels. With over 1,200 pages, you’ll find something you’re certain to love. From the rugged mountains of Montana to the dusty trails of Oregon, these stories explore the surprising ways the heart can find love…
A Rugged Beauty by Lacy Williams
Hollis Tremblay has no memory of why he’s out in the wilderness alone or whether the woman with him is his wife. She’s beautiful and her rosy outlook makes everything seem brighter, even the dangers they face… But when they return to the company and everyone realizes that Hollis and Abigail have grown close while marooned in the wild, the wagonmaster may find himself ensnared in a marriage of convenience…
• amnesia • stranded together • grumpy/sunshine • sworn off love
Saving the Mountain Man’s Legacy by Misty M. Beller
Sampson Coulter is determined to find redemption and save his family. When he crosses paths with Grace, daughter of the man trying to steal his family’s ranch, things get tangled and he ends up married to the innocent, beautiful young mother. Grace is a complication Samson doesn’t need, but he can’t turn his back on her or the baby that quickly begins to steal his heart. But what happens when Samson must choose between his family and saving the woman he’s falling for?
• marriage of convenience • instant family • redemption • family saga
Pete by Linda Ford
Pete knows rejection. That’s why he won’t open his heart to love again. When he offers Eva a marriage in name only, he doesn’t expect the conflicting emotions of bringing her home to the Circle A Ranch. It isn’t long before attraction grows–but he promised Eva a loveless marriage. He can’t go back on his word. When a dangerous secret surfaces, can Pete protect his wife–and win her heart?
• family saga • marriage of convenience • secrets
Bobbins and Boots by Shanna Hatfield
Born into a life of hardship, Allie Tillman seizes the opportunity to better her situation by answering a mail-order bride ad. But when she arrives in the West, the groom waiting for her is all wrong–and a thief to boot. When a good-natured cowboy offers his hand instead, Allie takes a chance and marries the complete stranger. Will she find out her hasty marriage is a mistake? Or will she fall for the handsome cowboy?
• instant marriage • mail-order bride gone wrong • cowboy
The Merchant’s Yield by Lorri Dudley
When Lottie Etheridge skirts her overbearing mother’s demands and lands in a compromising position, she’s forced to wed a complete stranger and leave the only home she’s ever known. She can’t understand why her new husband Nathaniel keeps his distance–but she’s determined to make this marriage of convenience work. It’s up to her to prove that even though Nathan was coerced into marrying her, she’s the one he can’t live without.
• marriage of convenience • sworn off love • coming of age
Rescue in the Wilderness by Andrea Byrd
Solitary hunter William Cole lives a quiet existence in the wilds of Kentucky. But everything changes in an instant when he overhears a man offering his daughter—and her virtue—to the winner of the next round of cards. William can’t sit idly by while such an injustice occurs–and soon finds himself matched with the beautiful Lucinda and on a danger-fraught journey westward on the Wilderness Trail. Can William overcome the stigmas of his past and win the heart of the woman God thrust in his path?
• saving her virtue • redemption • love on the road
Something Wicked This Way Hums by Jennifer Lamont Leo
Return to charming Timber Coulee, Idaho, where amateur sleuth Amanda Parrish is about to discover that murder can strike a sour note even in the most harmonious of places.
The year is 1918, and while the Great War rages in Europe, the ladies of the Mountain Meadowlarks Ladies’ Chorale and Knitting Society wage their own battles over musical solos and sock-knitting supremacy. When reluctant alto Amanda Parrish is coaxed back into the choir, she expects the worst of her troubles to be keeping time while juggling sheet music and knitting needles. But after an acerbic soprano is found strangled with yarn meant for soldiers’ socks, Amanda must unravel a mystery that hits dangerously close to home.
With her beloved niece Molly becoming the prime suspect, Amanda knows she has to act fast. But investigating isn’t easy when many members of the choir had reason to silence the victim. Between sorting through town gossip and keeping her flourishing music shop running, Amanda barely has time to process her growing feelings for Sheriff James Holcomb—feelings complicated by memories of his late wife Sarah, who was once Amanda’s dear friend.
With help from her observant cat, Moxie, and Molly’s inside knowledge of choir politics, Amanda races to help the authorities catch a killer before another voice is silenced permanently. But in a small town where everyone has secrets to protect and the war has frayed nerves raw, even a simple song can strike a deadly chord.
Something Wicked This Way Hums is the second installment in the delightful Music Shop Mysteries series, perfect for fans of Kate Carlisle and Rhys Bowen. This cozy historical mystery delivers the perfect blend of small-town charm, musical intrigue, and the bittersweet complications of love after loss.
The Sacred Scales by Bryan Davis
A middle grade faith-building fantasy adventure from the bestselling Dragons in Our Midst story world.
In King Arthur’s Camelot where dragons are outlawed, a poor apprentice boy and a dragon-raised orphan girl unravel an evil plot to exterminate dragons from this world and the next.
Hawk spends his days trying to survive as a lowly apprentice in the harsh employ of Master Andrew―a sly shopkeeper making illegal bargains with dragons. But when Master Andrew is hired by Lady Morgan to cheat the dragon Clefspeare out of his promised gemstone payment, Hawk’s faith in God spurs him to action.
Sabina hasn’t had contact with humans in years, not since the kind-hearted dragon Legossi rescued her from the ruins of her burned village. But the forest is no place for a young girl to come of age, so Legossi agrees to have a knight take Sabina to Lady Morgan’s estate. Yet Sabina quickly realizes Lady Morgan has a sinister scheme to wipe out dragons in this realm and beyond. Can Hawk and Sabina warn the dragons and foil Lady Morgan’s plans before it’s too late?
Readers of Bryan Davis’s previous books will devour this fast-paced read following the thrilling adventures featuring new characters.
Flight of Fate by Tricia Goyer, Nathan Goyer
When destined for destruction, fate must be challenged.
Curator Dante Ramono must remove the priceless Farnese Cup from its hidden vault in the Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli to protect it from Allied bombing. A swift betrayal places the cup in Nazi hands, but not before it reveals its mystical powers. To recover the cup, Dante must join forces with cunning Theodora. Can he trust her, or will he be deceived once more?
In Prague, Kateřina Dubová works to care for the Jews she’s hidden. In her hour of greatest need, her trusted friend, Josef, has seemingly vanished. Danger closes in, yet an unseen protector steps in again and again. Could it be Josef, hidden in the shadows?
The clock is ticking. Is the future set in stone, or can courage and faith change history? Together, these four unlikely guardians must defy the odds to stop the Germans’ dark ambitions or risk their very souls.
Betrayal, sacrifice, and destiny collide as unlikely heroes race to save a world at war from the power of a mystical relic.
The Beauty in their Scars by Joanna Alonzo
She’s braving the unknown. He’s what waits in the dark.
Even true love’s kiss cannot break his cursed heart.
Brendan Ashthorn was perfection — brilliance, beauty, power — until a stranger’s prayer shattered his soul. Cursed into a beast and exiled to a remote villa, he hides from the world and from himself. Only one can save him, and she’s someone he loathes.
Life punishes Calysta Daniels for choosing what’s right. When offered a desperate deal to save her father, she finds herself in a forgotten mansion, face to face with a man who wants nothing to do with her.
Will the rose that never withers die when she gives up on him? Or bloom at last when he realizes someone can love the man within?
The Beauty in their Scars is a fiercely human contemporary Christian retelling of Beauty and the Beast — a love story that dares to find glory in the deepest wounds and beauty in the bearer of scars.
Awakened by Roseanna M. White
Where sea and land meet, two worlds clash in a fury of wind and waves.
Arden Bleu has always known that her stepsister, Jade, was destined for great things. In a world where beauty follows magic, she has no doubt that their upcoming Awakening ceremony will reveal that gorgeous, kind, compelling Jade is far more than a mere mortal. But when Jade is kidnapped by a mysterious sect of mer on the eve of the newly-returned king’s ball, Arden will do anything to save her sister. Even face down the man she’s always dreaded meeting because of the power he holds over her family, the man to whom her father swore loyalty long before she was born. The Sea King.
Seidon, the Sea King of Daryatla, has grown only more powerful as the centuries have gone by, but lifetime after lifetime have failed to give him what he most yearns for: a family. He knows that it will take a woman of extraordinary power to match him enough to create a child, and no such woman seems to exist…until he feels her magic calling to his one day in the water. And when Arden Bleu, daughter of his most trusted official, arrives to tell him about her missing stepsister, he knows this Jade, with a new magic so coveted that the mer would risk war with his kingdom to steal her away, may be the one he’s waited centuries for. But how can he and the determined Arden ever hope to find one young woman trapped beneath the waves? Perhaps the Great Golden Sea Hawk who has guarded the sisters all their lives holds the key.
In a world on the brink of war between the mer and the land-dwellers, friendship, faith, and love demand the ultimate sacrifice as both kingdoms seek to unlock the prophesied magic waiting to spring forth: the magic of wind and sky. To the mer, it would mean the freedom to return to the land. To Seidon’s court, it would mean safety from every storm. But how can any human hand wield the wind?
The Scarlet Star by Jennifer Kropf
He’s a beast trapped in a palace, and she’s a beauty tangled in his web…
Nineteen-year-old Ryn Electus is captured and brought to the palace for a twelve-week trial period along with three of the fairest maidens in the kingdom to try and ‘steal the heart’ of a young, tormented King with a deadly secret. Unfortunately, the King appears to have no interest in the maidens and keeps getting himself into trouble.
But the King isn’t the only one with a dangerous secret. Ryn has been living in hiding all these years, until she’s dragged from her home and put on a public stage where she finds herself in the crosshairs of the Intelligentsia; a council of sages who serve the seven Celestial Divinities and conspire to destroy people like her. If the sages discover who Ryn really is, she’ll be dead by morning.
Things get even more complicated when Ryn learns what Xerxes is fighting against, the internal wars he’s waging on his own, and why he keeps getting himself into trouble.
However, shortly after Ryn arrives at the palace, an old priestess opens Ryn’s eyes to see the workings of false gods at war who are influencing the kingdom of Per-Siana at every turn, dragging the people into destruction and causing chaos. Ryn is forced to question everything she thought she knew about the gods, until she unexpectedly gains the favour of an ancient god who’s been “silent” for decades; the God Original, the first God, enemy of the Celestial Divinities, who beckons Ryn to shake up the very foundations of the domain.
Thus begins a battle fought in the shadows alongside a war of gowns and politics waged in the spotlight.
Ryn must do everything she can to hide that she’s a descendant of King Xerxes’s enemies, and she and Xerxes were born as rivals, destined to hate and destroy each other.
She has only weeks to decide which side she’s on.
Inspired by the fairytale Beauty and the Beast and the Biblical story of Queen Esther, this mashup of high stakes, forbidden romance, and dangerous secrets isn’t the fairytale you know.
Haunting of Time by D.M. Griffin
TO GAIN PERSPECTIVE, THEY HAD TO LOSE TIME!
In the Age of Augury, Kairos, also known as Time, had grown weary of her role in playing both sides. With the departure of the Enchantress, she saw an opportunity to strengthen her alliance with Mortality. Possessing the ability to manipulate time, she would haunt Everlasting, siphoning time by stealing it from the citizens.
As Kairos pieced together her plan, the King summoned his chosen Harbingers. This group of eleven seemingly unrelated individuals had been brought together by a divine entity known as Portent. They accepted the calling under one condition. They were explicitly instructed not to engage directly with Time. Their sole objective was to deliver the King’s message. If they succeeded in doing so, the Age of Augury would reach its anticipated conclusion.
Initially, it appeared to be a straightforward task, until they realized they would be pursued and persecuted. The challenge of conveying the message to the citizens of Everlasting turned out to be far more demanding than they had anticipated.
Although the Harbingers evaded a direct confrontation, they eventually clashed with Kairos. The battle for the commencement of a new Age necessitated a voluntary exchange. Was there anyone capable of rescuing time from its imminent collapse? When Kairos comprehended the genuine intent behind her presence among them, the perception of time underwent an irreversible transformation.
River’s Treasure by Jennifer Arrington, D. Albrey Arrington
A mystery envelope, a riddle, and time is running out…
A strange blue envelope greets the kids of Coral Canal the week before Independence Day. Inside it contains a riddle and a set of instructions. Nobody, not even their parents, seems to know who sent the riddle, and the children only have six days to solve it and send photographic proof.
With hard work, humor, and perseverance, Marisa, Avery, Enrique, and friends attempt to fulfill the riddle’s demands. Snorkeling, tubing, paddleboarding, and hiking, they search everywhere. But Avery has a scary secret that could stop them from solving the riddle in time. Can she trust God before it’s too late?
River’s Treasure will engage young readers who love mystery, humor, and clean, age-appropriate antics. They won’t be able to put the book down until THE END and will be left wishing for the next riddle!
River’s Treasure is the fourth book in the Apex Adventure children’s series.
Solve the riddle. Unlock the adventure!
If Jesus Came to My School by April Graney, Yana Kozak
In this beautifully illustrated picture book, a young girl learns how Jesus’s love can shine at school through her compassion, kindness, and inclusion.
In this whimsical tale, a young girl imagines what it would be like if Jesus visited her school as a boy. She would show Jesus around her classroom, introduce her friends and teachers, listen to story time, and eat lunch together! But Jesus wouldn’t stop at learning and sitting in class. He’d invite the lonely to join in on games and find a way to love and get along with everyone. Soon the young girl realizes that even though Jesus doesn’t attend her school, he can live through her:
I can be his hands and feet
To spread his love to all
I can share and help and give
So no one feels too small!
Through rhyming text and vibrant illustrations, children will be inspired to make a difference in their schools through their actions. Because as they treat each other right and classes become families, Jesus truly will be in their school.