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Falling to Pieces: A Quilt Shop Murder (The Shipshewana Amish Mysteries #1)
Par Vannetta Chapman. 2011
In this first book of a three-book series, author Vannetta Chapman brings a fresh twist to the popular Amish fiction…
genre. She blends the familiar components consumers love in Amish books—faith, community, simplicity, family—with an innovative who-done-it plot that keeps readers guessing right up to the last stitch in the quilt. When two women—one Amish, one English—each with different motives, join forces to organize a successful on-line quilt auction, neither expects nor wants a friendship. As different as night and day, Deborah and Callie are uneasy partners who simply want to make the best of a temporary situation. But a murder, a surprising prime suspect, a stubborn detective, and the town's reaction throw the two women together, and they form an unlikely alliance to solve a mystery and catch a killer. Set in the well-known Amish community of Shipshewana, Falling to Pieces will attract both devoted fans of the rapidly-growing Amish fiction genre, as well as those who are captivated by the Amish way of life.Could God be offering Charlotte a second chance at true love?Charlotte Dolinsky needs time to recover after breaking up with…
her boyfriend, Ryan. But when a surprise visitor shows up on her doorstep in Texas, she&’s forced to put aside her own worries to help her Amish friends in Lancaster County. Soon she is entangled in a web of deception—and this time, she isn&’t the only one keeping secrets.Daniel Byler struggles each day in his Amish community to heal from his fiancée&’s betrayal. When he discovers that a member of his family is in danger of being shunned, his pain turns to fear. His only way to help is by partnering with Charlotte, a woman he barely knows who has already deceived them all before.Charlotte begins building a friendship with Daniel that she&’ll need to lean on when more surprises surface from her past and she once again finds herself torn between two worlds. Will Charlotte&’s friends in the Amish community be able to show her the power of redemption and lead her home? And can she help young Jacob realize that God offers second chances at happiness when she isn&’t even sure herself?Return to Whispering Pines (The Langtry Sisters #2)
Par Scarlett Dunn. 2018
Scarlett Dunn welcomes readers back to Whispering Pines, Colorado, where three sisters are beginning new lives rich in faith and…
love . . . Adelaide Langtry may not be as beautiful as her sisters, but she has determination to spare. She’ll need it if she’s to succeed as a schoolteacher in her old hometown and care for the three abandoned siblings she brought from Boston. In Whispering Pines, Addie hopes to establish an orphanage, but she must also contend with her past, including her outlaw brother, Frank. Orphaned as a boy, Sheriff Jack Roper understands the turmoil faced by Addie’s young charges. Though he tells himself he has all the responsibility he needs, the handsome lawman is quickly charmed by the children, and by the spirited, generous woman intent on helping them. Still, he has his own duty—to capture Frank Langtry and bring him to justice. When the children’s safety is endangered, Addie and Jack realize how much they’ve come to care for them, and each other. Keeping their ready-made family together is the greatest challenge they’ve known—but it could also be the greatest blessing . . . Praise for Christmas at Dove Creek “This uplifting novel will keep readers warm all winter.” --Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)The Wedding March: Sanctuary Cove The Wedding March (The Business of Weddings #5)
Par Tara Randel. 2017
The help only he can offer... Cypress Pointe, Florida, is a long way from LA, where pop singer Cassie Branford…
needs a hit to prove she's not a two-album wonder. But her case of writer's block could be over when the struggling songwriter meets Luke Hastings at a family wedding. The legendary musician walked away from success at the height of his career. Yet Luke is already inspiring Cassie with his dedication to building a permanent community outreach center for troubled teens. Volunteering to help bring music into these kids' lives is also bringing her and Luke closer. Maybe they're not as different as he thinks...The Mother of All Christmases
Par Milly Johnson. 2018
From the Sunday Times bestselling author, The Mother of All Christmases is a gorgeous read full of love, life, laughter, a few tears…
- and crackers!&‘The feeling you get when you read a Milly Johnson book should be bottled and made available on the NHS&’ Debbie JohnsonEve Glace - co-owner of the theme park Winterworld - is having a baby and her due date is a perfectly timed 25th December. And she&’s decided that she and her husband Jacques should renew their wedding vows with all the pomp that was missing the first time. But growing problems at Winterworld keep distracting them … Annie Pandoro and her husband Joe own a small Christmas cracker factory, and are well set up and happy together despite life never blessing them with a much-wanted child. But when Annie finds that the changes happening to her body aren&’t typical of the menopause but pregnancy, her joy is uncontainable. Palma Collins has agreed to act as a surrogate, hoping the money will get her out of the gutter in which she finds herself. But when the couple she is helping split up, is she going to be left carrying a baby she never intended to keep?Annie, Palma and Eve all meet at the &‘Christmas Pudding Club&’, a new directive started by a forward-thinking young doctor to help mums-to-be mingle and share their pregnancy journeys. Will this group help each other to find love, contentment and peace as Christmas approaches? 'Full of love and laughter' Daily Express 'Full of characters you can identify with and an uplifting sense of warmth' Debbie Johnson &‘Johnson is a bona fide commercial blockbuster author and her latest offering is a treat … a properly juicy novel' Grazia &‘Always rooted in the deep issues that shape and shake women&’s lives … Sprinkled with festive cheer&’ The Lady'Brings love, life and laughter' Yours 'A festive-themed, big-hearted feast bursting with love, laughter, tears, a cast of characters that readers will love as much as their own best friends' Lancashire Post 'Every time you discover a new Milly book, it&’s like finding a pot of gold' heatMy One True North: the Top Five Sunday Times bestseller – discover the magic of Milly
Par Milly Johnson. 2020
A gorgeous read full of hope, warmth and heartfelt emotion from the Sunday Times bestselling author ?&‘The feeling you get when you read…
a Milly Johnson book should be bottled and made available on the NHS&’ Debbie JohnsonLaurie and Pete should never have met. But fate has pushed them together for a reason. Six months ago, on the same night, Laurie and Pete both lost their partners. Struggling to manage the grief, they join the same counselling group – and meet each other. From their sadness, Pete and Laurie find happiness growing and they sense a fresh new beginning. Except, the more they talk, the more they begin to spot the strange parallels in their stories. Then Pete discovers a truth that changes everything. But, as surely as a compass points north, some people cannot be kept apart. My One True North is a story of friendship and what love means, of secrets uncovered, teashops on corners and the northern lights.Praise for My One True North: 'Funny, poignant and so uplifting' Sun 'Reading a Milly Johnson book is like spending time with a best friend - you always end up feeling better about the world. Written with genuine warmth and heart, they're an absolute treat' Lucy Diamond 'A heartfelt novel from one of our favourite authors' Bella 'A heart-warming and engaging read' Woman's Weekly 'Johnson is in a league of her own in the genre…an uplifting story unfolding from hard times, all succinctly nailed with emotional honesty in absorbing prose' The Lady 'A heartfelt and emotional story . . . It's another wonderful feelgood read from a talented author' Daily Express 'Milly Johnson brings her trademark warmth, humour and compassion to this tale of love, fate, second chances and the importance of giving your heart time to heal. The perfect read for a rainy day spent under a blanket' Culturefly, 8 of the Best New Books To Read This March ? 'If your March reading list is all about warmth and cosiness, then Milly Johnson&’s latest novel should be top of your reading pile. From the writer of The Magnificent Mrs Mayhew (which is fabulous, by the way) My One True North is full of the heartfelt optimism we need at this time of year' Yahoo Book of the Month 'A dazzling, contemporary masterpiece, full of heart, soul and humour' Lancashire Evening PostIdentity Unknown (Northern Border Patrol #5)
Par Terri Reed. 2016
MISSING MEMORIES When a John Doe washes up on the shores of Calico Bay, no one knows who he isincluding him.…
But one thing's instantly clear to deputy sheriff Audrey Martin: the man's marked for murder. And she's the only one who can protect him from the assassins who lurk at every turn. The arrival of a team of men claiming he's Canadian Border Services officer Nathanial Longhorn only further complicates the matter. As his memories slowly start drifting back, Nathanial's determined to work with Audrey to uncover who wants him dead and why. But he's tangled in something that threatens to submerge them both. And unless Audrey can help him figure out what, this Christmas might be their last.Murder Simply Brewed (The Amish Village Mysteries #1)
Par Vannetta Chapman. 2014
Two women from different walks of life must join together to solve a mystery in Middlebury&’s Amish Artisan Village. Spring has…
arrived in Middlebury, Indiana, and Amber Wright is optimistic about the growing profit from her collection of Amish shops—until she receives a call that Ethan Gray is dead. Hurrying over to A Simple Blend, she finds a solitary hole in the front window and the store manager lying next to the espresso machine, dead from an apparent heart attack. All the money is still in his register.When Amber hires a young Amish woman, Hannah Troyer, to take over the shop&’s duties, the two women become fast friends—as well as amateur sleuths. The police believe Gray&’s death is a by-product of vandalism, but Amber and Hannah aren't convinced.Clues that don't add up, a neighbor who is pulled into the midst of the investigation, a town with secrets to hide, and a blossoming romance—all will combine to push Amber and Hannah into unfamiliar roles in order to reveal answers to the mysteries around them. &“Vannetta Chapman has crafted a tightly woven tale in the best tradition of cozy mystery . . . Chapman&’s light touch and thoughtful representation of the Amish culture make Murder Simply Brewed a delightful read for an evening by a warm fire, a cup of tea in hand.&” —Kelly Irvin, bestselling author of The Amish of Bee County series &“Murder Simply Brewed combines all the coziness of an Amish home with the twists and turns of great suspense. With a little romance thrown in, you can&’t go wrong! Vannetta Chapman has crafted a charming story that shows things are always as they first appear.&” —Beth Shriver, bestselling author of the Touch of Grace trilogy &“Vannetta Chapman&’s Murder Simply Brewed is a heartwarming whudunit that is sure to satisfy fans of both Amish romance and cozy mystery.&” —Amanda Flower, author of A Plain Disappearance &“A wonderful story of first love, second love, and a murder that pulls them all together in a page turning way. Murder Simply Brewed is a must read for all Amish fans!&” —Ruth Reid, bestselling author of the Heaven on Earth and the Amish Wonders series Sweet and cozy Amish mysteryPart of the Amish Village Mystery Series. Book 1: Murder Simply Brewed; Book 2: Murder Tightly Knit; Book 3: Murder Freshly BakedBook length: 85,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubsAmish Christmas Twins
Par Loree Lough, Shelley Gray, Rachel Good. 2020
In these heartwarming, faith-affirming stories, three Amish families face the joys, and challenges, of the holidays—with fruitful results . .…
.THE CHRISTMAS NOT-WISHNew York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Shelley Shepard Gray When the foster parents they&’ve cautiously grown to love discover they&’re expecting, orphaned Roy and Jemima Fisher, ages six and seven, are secretly devastated by the certainty they&’ll be given up. With Christmas around the corner, their only wish is for new foster parents as nice as Mr. and Mrs. Kurtz. Meanwhile, the Kurtzes have wishes of their own—and with faith, they all may be gifted with twice the blessings . . .NEW BEGINNINGS * Rachel J. Good Still grieving the loss of her husband and unborn baby in an accident several months ago, Elizabeth Yoder is oblivious to her neighbor Luke Bontrager&’s deepening affection for her. But while she bleakly faces Christmas alone, it&’s Luke who reminds her it&’s the season for giving. And when Elizabeth donates her handmade baby clothes to New Beginnings, a home for teen moms, she soon finds her gifts repaid beyond measure, with Luke&’s love—and new beginnings of their own . . .TWINS TIMES TWO * Loree Lough What happens when two secretive, stubborn people find themselves thrown together to help four rascally youngsters—twins times two!—create a Christmas surprise for their parents? Mischief and mayhem, and just maybe . . . love!Montana Mountain Deadlock
Par Sharon Dunn. 2020
Danger on the mountain Montana StandoffKidnapped and dragged into the wilderness, Sarah Langston has no idea where her brother is…
or why her captors want him. But when help arrives and removes her blindfold, she’s shocked to see the father of the baby she gave up for adoption, former police officer Bryan Keyes. Now the two must join forces to save Sarah’s brother. Can they rekindle a love that happened too soon?Big Sky ShowdownWhen Heather Jacobs climbs a Montana mountain to pay her respects to her late father, she never expects to be running for her life to escape an enemy from her guide’s past. Though Zane Scofield knows their pursuer, he’s not sure why the man is after him now. Only his wits—and an unlikely partner in the determined woman fighting beside him—can save them.USA TODAY Bestselling AuthorForgiven (Sisters of the Heart #3)
Par Shelley Gray. 2009
Siblings face a tragedy that will shape the rest of their lives in New York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard…
Gray’s Forgiven.When a fire destroys the Lundys’ barn, Winnie is injured trying to get the animals to safety. Confined to a hospital for weeks, out of touch with her loved ones who live too far away to visit by buggy, she must depend on Englisher Samuel Miller to keep her company. Though his family is part of Winnie’s tight-knit Amish community, Samuel left years earlier to pursue a university education. Through conversations, and Samuel’s dedication to her recovery, a friendship forms. But despite their growing attraction, Winnie knows it can never develop into something more as long as Samuel chooses to remain in the outside world.Returning home, Winnie finds her brother, Jonathan, struggling with his own dilemma. Cigarette butts were discovered in the debris of the barn and Jonathan is determined to find out who is responsible for destroying his property and putting his family at risk. But in a community founded on grace and forgiveness, will his unwillingness to move on eat away at the trust that is the foundation of their lives?“Gray writes with honesty, tenderness, and depth. Her characters are admirable, richly-layered, and impossible to forget.” —New York Times bestselling author Jillian HartSisters of the HeartHiddenWantedForgivenGraceSpring's Renewal: Seasons Of Sugarcreek, Book Two (Seasons of Sugarcreek #2)
Par Shelley Gray. 2010
In New York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray’s Spring’s Renewal, a wounded soul finds hope, healing, and love where…
she least expected.Bearing the scars from a fire during her childhood, Clara has lived a sheltered life. Her only companion has been her widowed mother, who needs Clara as a caregiver. With no faith that her appearance will ever bring true love her way, she has devoted herself to her mother’s health and safety, while also working as Sugarcreek’s schoolteacher.Tim Graber is just passing through, helping out on his uncle’s farm for the spring, when he meets Clara. Attracted by her quiet fortitude and how she nurtures her students, Tim sees Clara’s beauty, not her scars. She is a light in the world, if only he can make her see it.Clara never imagined falling in love and wants nothing more than to give Tim her heart. It’s a risk that requires true faith, especially when a tragedy occurs that changes everything. . . “Gray writes with honesty, tenderness, and depth. Her characters are admirable, richly-layered, and impossible to forget.” —New York Times bestselling author Jillian HartSeasons of SugarcreekWinter’s AwakeningSpring’s RenewalAutumn’s PromiseChristmas in SugarcreekPeril on the Mountain
Par Elizabeth Goddard. 2020
Love and danger in the Alaskan wilderness BuriedAfter witnessing a murder, legal investigator Leah Marks flees to Alaska. But the…
killer has tracked her down and as he chases her into a snow-packed canyon, an avalanche buries them both. Saved by search-and-rescue specialist Cade Warren, Leah longs to tell him the truth. But how can she, without bringing even more danger into Cade’s life?UntraceableOn a daring mission, search-and-rescue specialist Heidi Warren and her team step onto an icy Alaskan mountaintop…and right into a trap. A stranded gang of thieves holds them at gunpoint, forcing them to serve as guides along the treacherous path. Heidi needs someone to trust, but her rescue partner, Isaiah Callahan, is keeping secrets from her. Yet when a blizzard starts closing in, their options start running out…Murder Simply Brewed (The Amish Village Mysteries #1)
Par Vannetta Chapman. 2014
Two women from different walks of life must join together to solve a mystery in Middlebury&’s Amish Artisan Village. Spring has…
arrived in Middlebury, Indiana, and Amber Wright is optimistic about the growing profit from her collection of Amish shops—until she receives a call that Ethan Gray is dead. Hurrying over to A Simple Blend, she finds a solitary hole in the front window and the store manager lying next to the espresso machine, dead from an apparent heart attack. All the money is still in his register.When Amber hires a young Amish woman, Hannah Troyer, to take over the shop&’s duties, the two women become fast friends—as well as amateur sleuths. The police believe Gray&’s death is a by-product of vandalism, but Amber and Hannah aren't convinced.Clues that don't add up, a neighbor who is pulled into the midst of the investigation, a town with secrets to hide, and a blossoming romance—all will combine to push Amber and Hannah into unfamiliar roles in order to reveal answers to the mysteries around them. &“Vannetta Chapman has crafted a tightly woven tale in the best tradition of cozy mystery . . . Chapman&’s light touch and thoughtful representation of the Amish culture make Murder Simply Brewed a delightful read for an evening by a warm fire, a cup of tea in hand.&” —Kelly Irvin, bestselling author of The Amish of Bee County series &“Murder Simply Brewed combines all the coziness of an Amish home with the twists and turns of great suspense. With a little romance thrown in, you can&’t go wrong! Vannetta Chapman has crafted a charming story that shows things are always as they first appear.&” —Beth Shriver, bestselling author of the Touch of Grace trilogy &“Vannetta Chapman&’s Murder Simply Brewed is a heartwarming whudunit that is sure to satisfy fans of both Amish romance and cozy mystery.&” —Amanda Flower, author of A Plain Disappearance &“A wonderful story of first love, second love, and a murder that pulls them all together in a page turning way. Murder Simply Brewed is a must read for all Amish fans!&” —Ruth Reid, bestselling author of the Heaven on Earth and the Amish Wonders series Sweet and cozy Amish mysteryPart of the Amish Village Mystery Series. Book 1: Murder Simply Brewed; Book 2: Murder Tightly Knit; Book 3: Murder Freshly BakedBook length: 85,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubsPlain Promise (The Daughters of the Promise Novels #4)
Par Beth Wiseman. 2009
Sadie Always Believed in GodÆs Promises. But Can She Really Trust His Heart?Young Amish widow, Sadie Fisher, leads a simple…
life in the quiet countryside of Lancaster County selling Amish goods to a steady stream of tourists. Though it is a good life, lately sheÆs wondered if it is GodÆs will for her to remain without a husband and a family.Winters can be brutally cold and lonely in Pennsylvania, so Sadie rejoices when a renter signs up for a three month stay in her guest cottage. But when wealthy, impulsive Englischer Kade Saunders arrives, she isnÆt sure she wants him around that long. Sadie feels the stress of the bishopÆs watchful eye, expecting her to act in accordance with the Ordnung, the understood behavior by which the Amish live. To complicate things, Kade is soon surprised with sole custody of a child he barely knowsùhis five-year-old autistic son, Tyler.Sadie and young Tyler form an immediate connection. As she grows to love and understand this exceptional child, her feelings for Kade grow into something that both terrifies and exhilarates her. And while Kade seems to feel the attraction to her as well, their worlds couldnÆt be farther apart.Sadie must stay true to her Amish roots, but denying the love she feels is impossible. Could it be that God has the improbable in store for Sadie? And will she have the faith to step into a love bigger than sheÆs ever dreamed possible?Family Lessons (Orphan Train Ser. #1)
Par Allie Pleiter. 2013
Next Stop: HomeAfter a catastrophe strands a trainand eight orphaned childrennear Evans Grove, Nebraska, schoolteacher Holly Sanders sees hope in…
the chaos. These children are the new start her community needs. And Holly is stubbornly determined to give the townspeople, the children and even gruff sheriff Mason Wright the happy families they deserve.How can anyone so petite have so much gumption? Watching Holly rally her young charges wins Mason's admirationand reminds him of his own failures. No matter what Holly or the orphan boy Liam think, Mason's no hero and he doesn't merit a second chance. Can Holly's faith, Liam's trust and God's grace open Mason's heart to love's greatest lesson?A Silent Pursuit (High Stakes #3)
Par Lynette Eason. 2009
To escape her fiancé’s killers, a young woman must put her life in the hands of an Army Ranger in…
this romantic thriller series finale.She’d been told her fiancé died in a military training accident, but Gina Santino’s gut told her otherwise. Still, she never imagined his killers would come after her. Now she is dodging bullets and running for her own life, not sure who to trust. Gina’s fiancé had left specific instructions for her to follow if anything happened to him. But contacting fellow US Army Ranger Ian Masterson won’t be easy. How can she trust a man who abandoned his team years ago? With no other choice, Gina must place her life in his hands in order to stay alive long enough to find the truth.The Black Sheep's Redemption (Fitzgerald Bay #5)
Par Lynette Eason. 2012
In a New England town full of dangerous secrets, an outcast and a troubled newcomer find hope in each other’s…
arms in this romantic suspense series.Most of Fitzgerald Bay is convinced Charles Fitzgerald murdered his children’s nanny. Only the members of his own family—most of whom work in law enforcement—still believe in him. Condemned by public opinion, it’s nearly impossible to find someone to take care of his two-year-old twins. His only hope is newcomer Demi Taylor. But Demi has problems of her own . . . starting with amnesia. She doesn’t remember who she is, doesn’t know where she’s from—and has no idea why she always feels like someone is watching her. Is she in danger because of Charles? Or has someone sinister from her old life found her yet again?Untraceable: Stranded Untraceable Dangerous Inheritance (Mountain Cove #2)
Par Elizabeth Goddard. 2015
From the USA Today–bestselling author of Buried—an Alaskan rescue team is taken hostage by thieves in this inspirational romantic suspense…
adventure.On a daring mission, search-and-rescue specialist Heidi Warren and her team step onto an icy Alaskan mountaintop . . . and right into a trap. A stranded gang of thieves holds them at gunpoint, forcing them to serve as guides along the treacherous path. Menaced on all sides by dangerous weather, deadly terrain and murderous criminals, Heidi desperately needs someone to trust. But her rescue partner, Isaiah Callahan, is keeping secrets from her. Secrets that ended their chance at a relationship before it could even begin. Yet her survival depends on finding a way to trust Isaiah when a blizzard starts closing in and her options start running out.Experience more action-packed mystery and suspense in the rest of the Mountain Cove series by Elizabeth Goddard.Submerged: Perfect Alibi Submerged Christmas In Hiding (Mountain Cove #4)
Par Elizabeth Goddard. 2015
Searching for her missing father in Alaska takes a woman on a dangerous adventure in this inspirational romantic suspense novel…
by a USA Today bestseller.With Christmas just around the corner, Cobie MacBride wants closure in the case of her missing father. But when a visit to the last place he was seen leads to an attack by a masked assailant, Cobie knows she’s in over her head. Running for her life, she never expected to find safety with Adam Warren—the man she blames for her brother’s death. Seeking answers leads them to a treasure ship, buried secrets . . . and deadly danger. Christmas could find them starting a new future—if they can avoid getting trapped in the perils of the past.Experience more action-packed mystery and suspense in the rest of the Mountain Cove series by Elizabeth Goddard.