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Her Amish Chaperone and The Amish Baker's Rival
Par Leigh Bale, Marie E. Bast. 2022
Seeing each other with new eyes…Her Amish Chaperone by Leigh Bale When Amish schoolteacher Caroline Schwartz needs assistance while recovering from an…
accident, Ben Yoder isn&’t her first choice for a personal aide. In fact, with Ben&’s dark past, most folk in Riverton avoid him! But as he helps Caroline care for her orphaned cousins, she wonders if everyone has misjudged him. Could Ben be the key to the familye she never imagined she&’d find?The Amish Baker's Rival by Marie E. Bast Amish baker Mary Brenneman is furious when handsome Englischer Noah Miller opens up a bakery right across from hers. Now she must win a local baking contest just to stay in business—and beat know-it-all Noah. But somewhere along the way, Noah and Mary&’s kitchen wars are quickly warming into something more…The Adoption Surprise: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
Par Zoey Marie Jackson. 2022
Separated at birth and determined to become a family. &“She looks like me!&” When her orphaned niece utters those words,…
Kelsey Harris is shocked—not only that Morgan has a long-lost twin but that the grieving five-year-old spoke at all. Overjoyed by Morgan and Mia&’s instant connection, Kelsey and Zach Johnson, Mia&’s widowed adoptive father, agree to be friends—and only friends. But can they ignore their growing feelings when the matchmaking sisters put their plan into action?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Their Business Betrothal
Par Julie Brookman. 2022
He came to town with a business proposal…Will he leave with a bride? John Butler&’s positive his old friend is…
the perfect person to open a general store in his new settlement out West—but first he must convince the man&’s daughter. The last thing Clara Morehouse wants as she takes over her family&’s general store is to uproot and move out West. And her family won&’t go without her. But after a rejected suitor tarnishes Clara&’s reputation, a fake engagement for her protection brings Clara and John closer. Can John show her that a new beginning is just what she needs…starting with making their pretend betrothal real?Strength in the Storm (A Johns Mill Amish Romance #2)
Par Laurel Blount. 2022
In this touching Amish romance, a brokenhearted woman and a steadfast man discover that the safest place to weather tragedy…
is in each other&’s arms.After the murder of both her parents, Emma Hochstedler returns to the small community of Johns Mill, hoping to resume her quiet existence. Reclaiming her place proves harder than expected—especially now that a movie is being made about her family&’s loss. But then, an old friend offers her a lifeline that gives her new purpose. Amish builder Samuel Christner is the biggest—and the strongest—man in town. In fact, the gentle giant has only one weakness—Emma. Even though she broke his heart, he won&’t let his childhood sweetheart face her troubles alone. He hires Emma as a nurse for his elderly aunt…and finds himself falling for her all over again. But while romance blooms, storm clouds gather. And when darkness falls, it will take all Sam&’s strength—and all their love—to see them through.The Letter from Briarton Park (The Houses of Yorkshire Series #1)
Par 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 ResortSweet Regency romance with mystery elementsThe first book in the Houses of Yorkshire series, but can be read in any orderBook length: approximately 91,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubsPomfret Towers: A Virago Modern Classic (Virago Modern Classics #375)
Par Angela Thirkell. 1938
Pomfret Towers, Barsetshire seat of the earls of Pomfret, was constructed, with great pomp and want of concern for creature…
comforts, in the once-fashionable style of Sir Gilbert Scott's St Pancras station. It makes a grand setting for a house party at which gamine Alice Barton and her brother Guy are honoured guests, mixing with the headstrong Rivers family, the tally-ho Wicklows and, most charming of all, Giles Foster, nephew and heir of the present Lord Pomfret. But whose hand will Mr Foster seek in marriage, and who will win Alice's tender heart? Angela Thirkell's classic 1930s comedy is lively, witty and deliciously diverting.Welcome to Harmony Harbor Box Set Books 1-3 (Harmony Harbor)
Par Debbie Mason. 2017
In this special three-book collection from USA Today bestselling author Debbie Mason, visit a town where love is just around…
the corner . . . Mistletoe CottageSophie DiRossi loved growing up in Harmony Harbor but now it's the last place she wants to be. Left homeless by a fire, she's forced to go back to the small coastal town that harbors a million secrets, including her own. Sophie sees this secret reflected every day in her daughter's blue eyes-and she must keep it hidden from the only man she has ever loved. For Liam Gallagher, seeing Sophie again sparks a desire so fierce that it takes his breath away. Now he will do whatever it takes to show her that they deserve a second chance. Starlight BridgeHidden in Graystone Manor is a book containing all the dark secrets of Harmony Harbor, and Ava DiRossi is determined to find it. No one-especially not her ex-husband, Griffin Gallagher-can ever discover what really tore her life apart all those years ago. But what's never changed are the sexy sparks of attraction between Ava and Griffin, and he won't give her up again without a fight. He knows there's the real possibility of a future together . . . if the truth doesn't burn the bridge between them forever.Primrose LaneOlivia Davenport has finally gotten her life back together. She's become Harmony Harbor's most sought-after event planner and left her past behind her-until she learns that she's now guardian of her ex's young daughter. With her world spinning, Olivia doesn't have time for her new next-door neighbor, no matter how handsome he is. Dr. Finn Gallagher would really like to be the shoulder Olivia leans on, and with a little help from some matchmaking widows and a precocious little girl, Finn might just win her over.Don't miss Sugarplum Way, available in October 2017!The Summer We Forgot
Par 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 suspects that a murderer is stalking the coastal highway 30A, and they are desperate to recover their memories as quickly as possible . . . before their 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 romanceStand-alone novelBook length: 95,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubsThe Vintage Girl: a sweeping romance that will have you laughing out loud
Par Hester Browne. 2012
When Evie Nicholson is asked to visit Kettlesheer Castle in Scotland to archive the family heirlooms, she jumps at the…
chance. Evie's passion for antiques means that, for her, the castle is a treasure trove of mysteries just waiting to be uncovered. But in each heirloom lies a story, and in the course of her investigations Evie stumbles upon some long-buried family secrets. Add handsome, gloomy heir Robert McAndrew and a traditional candlelit gala to the mix, and Evie's heart is sent reeling with an enthusiasm that may just extend beyond the Kettlesheer silver...(P)2014 WF Howes LtdSummer Half: A Virago Modern Classic (Virago Modern Classics #376)
Par Angela Thirkell. 1937
To his parents' dismay, Colin Keith - out of the noble but misplaced sense of duty peculiar to high-minded young…
university graduates - chooses to quit his training for the Bar and take a teaching job at Southbridge School. Little does Colin imagine that he will count among his pupils the demon in human form known as Tony Morland; or that the master's ravishing, feather-brained daughter Rose will, with her flights of fancy and many admirers, spread chaos throughout school and village. Humorous, high-spirited and cleverly observed, Summer Half is a comic delight.Danger in Plain Sight (Amish Suspense #4)
Par Marta Perry. 2012
When an innocent woman is attacked, one reunited couple will confront a danger more threatening than their growing passion in…
this riveting Amish page-turner from Marta Perry!Libby Morgan never wanted to return to Lancaster County. She'd made her own life in the city as a news photographer, leaving the slow pace of Amish country behind. She'd left love behind, too, when she fled the old-fashioned ways of Adam Byler. But when a friend in trouble beckons, Libby knows she has no choice. What she doesn't know is that something sinister awaits her…For Adam Byler, the traditional ways convey safety and order. As police chief of Springville, the former Marine strives to keep the peace between the Amish and their modern "Englischer" neighbors—and he will not allow Libby's beauty to distract him from his duties...especially as danger grows closer.Previously published.Read the entire fan-favorite Brotherhood of the Raven series:Book 1: Murder in Plain SightBook 2: Vanish in Plain SightBook 3: Lost in Plain SightBook 4: Danger in Plain SightFear of Falling
Par Catherine Lanigan. 2016
Her best bet is to stay away Was Olivia hearing this right The one man in Indian Lake she…
d found truly intriguing since well forever-the hopelessly handsome heir to the region s most successful farming operation Rafe Barzonni-was involved in horse racing That made him and her sudden attraction downright dangerous He wasn t just out of her league He was a gambler Like her father With the shame of her father s racetrack betting addiction still haunting her Olivia can t be part of that world Rafe s world She can t trust him or his magnetism But there s something deep in his incredible blue eyes that keeps drawing her closerThe Mozart Code
Par 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&“Beautifully lush and atmospheric, The Mozart Code is a novel full of nuances and brimming with danger, romance, and intrigue.&” —Jenni L. Walsh, author of Becoming Bonnie and The Call of the Wrens&“The Mozart Code left me breathless.&” —Joy Callaway, international bestselling author of The Fifth Avenue Artists Society and The Greenbrier ResortPost World War II historical romanceStand-alone novel (features characters from The London Restoration)Book length: 95,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubsThe Do-Over
Par 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 BeesWitty and sweet contemporary romantic comedyStand-alone novelBook length: 99,000 wordsAlso by Bethany: Plot TwistIncludes discussion questions for book clubsFamily of His Own
Par Catherine Lanigan. 2017
He's ready to settle down...with or without her Scott Abbott has always loved Isabelle Hawks. And he's always been her…
rock. Patient, dependable, strong. But lately, she's been acting like that rock is weighing her down. With her art career taking off, Isabelle has been spending less and less time in Indian Lake...and with him. Scott isn't even sure what they are to each other anymore. They might be friends with a history, but it sure doesn't feel like a future. Maybe it's time for Scott to set her free and focus on his own dreams. A real home. A family. All the things he had hoped to share with her...The Patron Saint of Second Chances
Par Christine Simon. 2022
THE FEEL GOOD NOVEL OF THE YEAR'I loved this funny, heartwarming read' Libby PageThe Patron Saint of Plumbing is not…
answering Nino Speranza's prayers.Without expensive repairs to the pipes, the water board will cut off Speranza's crumbling Italian village. All 212 inhabitants will be forced to leave.In a desperate bid to find the money to save his hometown, he starts a rumour that Italian heart-throb Dante Rinaldi is coming to town to film his next movie.Soon, the place is teeming with fans and everyone wants to be involved: Speranza's assistant has a screenplay and the butcher will invest - if Speranza can find roles for each of his fifteen enormous sons. Even the priest is on board.It seems the only way to give their beloved town a second chance is to actually make a movie. What could possibly go wrong?Funny, charming and utterly heartwarming, this is the feel-good novel of the year; a celebration of the underdog, of family and of what really matters in life.*'A rare treasure: both hilariously funny and beautifully written.' Julia Claiborne Johnson, author of Better Luck Next Time and Be Frank With Me'The most charming, original and hilarious novel I have read in ages. This novel is something special. Everyone with a sense of humour must pick this up immediately.' Elyssa Friedland, author of Last Summer at The Golden Hotel'A glorious romp of a book with a cast of characters to fall in love with. Gorgeous, hilarious and brimming with joy. Christine Simon's writing is just a delight.' Helen Paris, author of Lost Property'Simon's warm-hearted, original gem of a novel is the feel-good read we all need.' Amy Poeppel, author of Musical Chairs'A charming, fast-paced and warm-hearted farce. Upbeat, escapist and a lot of fun.' Caroline Hulse, author of The AdultsProtecting the Single Mom
Par Catherine Lanigan. 2017
Getting involved shouldn't be this dangerous... Cate Sullivan is no damsel in distress. She's kept herself and her son safe…
for six long years. Built a good life in Indian Lake. But now that her drug-dealing ex-husband is moving his operation here, that life is about to explode. Her instincts tell her to trust Detective Trent Davis. That he's more than just a handsome cop doing his duty. The former Green Beret has even formed a fast bond with her son. But there's something he's not telling her. Some darkness that keeps him from giving in to the feelings she knows are growing between them. Cate trusts Trent to keep her safe, but the real question is whether he'll trust himself with her heart.High Rising: A Virago Modern Classic (Virago Modern Classics #370)
Par Angela Thirkell. 1933
Successful lady novelist Laura Morland and her boisterous young son Tony set off to spend Christmas at her country home…
in the sleepy surrounds of High Rising. But Laura's wealthy friend and neighbour George Knox has taken on a scheming secretary whose designs on marriage to her employer threaten the delicate social fabric of the village. Can clever, practical Laura rescue George from Miss Grey's clutches and, what's more, help his daughter Miss Sibyl Knox to secure her longed-for engagement?Utterly charming and very funny, High Rising is irresistible comic entertainment.El vals lento de las tortugas (Trilogía de París #Volumen 2)
Par Katherine Pancol. 2008
Katherine Pancol, en esta segunda novela de la Trilogía de París, nos presenta una historia llena de alegrías, miedos y…
sueños. Una frenética búsqueda de sentido en la maravillosa complejidad de la vida. A Joséphine Cortès ya no le importa su (ex)marido o si algún cocodrilo se lo ha comido en Kenia. Gracias al éxito de su novela, se acaba de mudar a un apartamento en el elegante distrito de Passy, está gestionando su divorcio y al fin ha salido de la sombra de Iris. Por fin libre, Joséphine se dispone a buscar el amor sin perder de vista a su hija menor, Zoé, una adolescente rebelde y atormentada, y a Hortense, su hija mayor, que estudia moda en Londres. Todo parece ir bien... Mientras Joséphine lucha por redescubrir su voz y confianza, ella y los que la rodean deben aprender a seguir adelante con determinación en un mundo de seductores, sinvergüenzas, estafadores... y gente buena, honesta y generosa.LOS OJOS AMARILLOS DE LOS COCODRILOS (Trilogía de París #Volumen 1)
Par Katherine Pancol. 2006
Esta primera novela de la inolvidable Trilogía de París, de Katherine Pancol, habla de sensibilidad, emoción y fuerza. Una inspiradora…
novela sobre el amor, la decepción, la familia, la amistad... en fin, sobre la vida misma. Cuando su marido huye con su amante para abrir una granja de cocodrilos en Kenia, la vida de Joséphine Cortès se derrumba. Mientras tanto, su hermana Iris, que parece tenerlo todo, sueña con devolverle el sentido a su vida. Y cuando durante una cena Iris se encuentra con un editor famoso, parece que ha encontrado su oportunidad. Tras mucha persuasión, logra convencerlo para que le publique una novela... pero hay un problema: Iris no tiene nada escrito. Así que le ofrece a su hermana un trato: Joséphine escribirá la novela y se embolsará las ganancias, pero el libro se publicará bajo el nombre de Iris. Y todo va bien... hasta que la novela se convierte en el mayor best seller de la temporada.