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While the city sleeps / Elizabeth Camden.
cover image"Dentist Katherine Schneider has always admired police lieutenant Jonathan Birch from afar, but they are brought together when Katherine is the only person who can identify the mastermind behind a string of deadly bombings. With lives on the line, Katherine and Jonathan must hold on to hope--and each other-if they want to survive"-- Provided by publisher.

B is for bonnet / Shelley Shepard Gray
cover image"Raised by their divorced, lapsed-Amish father and English mother, siblings Jonny, Martin, Kelsey, and Beth can't wait to reinvent their lives. The four don't have much in common, but they long for the stable sense of family they felt when visiting their New Order grandparents, Josiah and Sylvia Schrock, in peaceful Holmes County, Ohio. And the Schrocks couldn't be more surprised when the grandkids want to try living with them--and joining their faith... When Jonny hears startling news about his health, he knows it's past time to change his life. Quitting college, he unexpectedly finds the fulfilling job of his dreams. And he's instantly smitten with cafe owner Treva Kramer, whose baked goods are as warm and delicious as her lively personality. But no matter how hard Jonny tries, he can't seem to get past her secret sadness and distrust. Can he prove that his feelings for her are for real--and forever--in time? A bad breakup left Treva heartbroken--and resolved to be independent without relying on anyone ever again. Exhausted from pouring everything she's got into her cafe, she's stunned by Jonny's easygoing ways--and drawn to his optimistic nature. But when she thinks his real interest is in becoming Amish, she's even more determined to stay focused--and keep her heart safe... Soon, deep secrets and hidden family truths will test Jonny and Treva in unexpected ways. And with help from his warm-hearted grandparents, he and Treva might gain the happiness they secretly long for--with each other." -- Provided by publisher.

The indigo heiress / Laura Frantz.
cover image"To settle her family's debts and secure a suitable marriage for her sister, a colonial American indigo heiress is forced to wed a Scottish merchant she loathes. Leaving all she's ever known, she sails to Scotland to enter the complex world of the powerful Buchanan clan who are anything but what they seem"-- Provided by publisher.

Earning the mountain man's trust / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"In the wild mountains of the Montana Territory, the Coulter ranch is a place of family, second chances, and a hidden fortune. Naomi Wyatt has finally given up on the man who once promised to love her for the rest of his life, then disappeared after a business trip, never responding to her letters. She's now alone with a beautiful baby to provide for, a daughter whose red hair reminds her daily of the man she gave her heart to. She has to move on, though, and she did, going west with her sister. When Jonah Coulter asks for her hand in marriage, she knows she would be hard-pressed to find a better father for her sweet child. He's a Coulter, after all, and he's proven to be a good friend during her darkest hours. Eric LaGrange thought he'd lost Naomi forever. But when he finally gets word that she's in the Montana Territory, he drops everything to go after her and their daughter. How could Naomi have kept their beautiful child from him? And how could she move on so quickly that she's already engaged to another man? He loves Naomi so much that he'll accept whatever choice is best for her, but is that him or this settled rancher who clearly cares for them? No matter what, he's determined to know his daughter and become the father he always wanted to be. With Eric's sudden appearance, Naomi's heart is shredded once again. She barely has time to catch her breath before a new threat appears on the horizon. This time she has far more at stake than her heart, and only a Divine hand can turn this disaster for their good."--Back cover.

The Hudson collection / Jocelyn Green.
cover image"An ornithologist at Manhattan's American Museum of Natural History, Elsa Reisner is tasked with cataloging a country Gothic estate. Once there, she bonds with the house's other occupants, including an intriguing carpenter from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and is swept up in a treasure hunt for a priceless heirloom"-- Provided by publisher.

Healing the mountain man's heart / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"Jericho Coulter, the eldest of six fiercely devoted brothers, is entrusted with safeguarding his family and the secret that binds them together: the Sapphire mine. To keep tragedy from striking again, he allows no outsiders on their land. When two women stumble upon their ranch, claiming Jericho himself sent for one of them as a mail-order bride, he aims to send them straight back where they came from. Dinah Wyatt, a talented and determined doctor, wasn’t about to let her twin sister travel to Montana alone and marry a stranger. Dinah’s skills are immediately put to the test when one of the younger Coulter brothers is gravely injured, forcing the family to trust his life to her. As Dinah and her sister become entwined in the Coulter family's life, sparks fly between the enigmatic Jericho and the captivating doctor. In a world where trust is hard to come by and secrets hold the power to change lives, Jericho and Dinah must learn that sometimes, the most precious secrets are those buried within our own hearts"--Back cover.

A run at love / Toni Shiloh.
cover image"Piper McKinney dreams of her horse winning the Kentucky Derby, and with the help of her best friend, horse trainer Tucker Hale, that hope starts to become reality. Then her parents are embroiled in a scandal, and Piper is implicated. She and Tuck will have to survive the onslaught to find their way to the winner's circle-and each other"-- Provided by publisher.

With all her heart / Kelly Irvin.
cover image"Bonnie is successful in her crafts shop but fears no man will see past her disability to her strong and loving heart. Elijah dreams of leaving the family business to focus on his carvings. Can they find a new path together?"-- Provided by publisher.

So into you : a novel / Kathleen Fuller.
cover image"Opposites attract when an introverted vlogger and a reformed party boy exchange lessons on art, confidence, and yacht rock"-- Provided by publisher.

Pretending to be the mountain man's wife / Misty M. Beller.
cover imageGil Coulter embarks on a solo mission to find his missing brother and stop the elusive mastermind behind the theft of his family's sapphires. In the remote wilderness, he unexpectedly encounters Jess McPharland, a captivating and vulnerable young woman confined to a catacomb of caves and the surrounding mountain wilderness. Jess is trapped in her father's illicit mining operation, surrounded by br5utal men. Her last escape attempt only confirmed a secret she can't hide much longer, and she fears being forced into an even more horrific life. Desperate to break free, Jess convinces Gill, who is seeking the very criminal she calls Father, to pose as her husband and help her escape. She holds a crucial card, she knows where his brother is. As Gil and Jess navigate the treacherous landscape and people, they find themselves caught in a web of danger, deception, and unexpected attraction. With each passing moment, the stakes, grow higher, and the line between pretense and truth blurs. Will their growing love be enough to survive Jess's secret and lead them to the justice Gil seeks, or will her father's greed destroy everything they've risked their lives to protect? -- Page [4] of cover

Heart of the glen / Jennifer Deibel.
cover image"Alone in the world and haunted by tragedy, Saoirse Fagan finds a new start at a sheep farm in the wild hills of Dunlewey, Ireland. But master tweed weaver Owen McCready isn't used to accepting help from outsiders--even one as strangely magnetic as this young woman"-- Provided by publisher.

Protecting the mountain man's treasure / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"In the wild mountains of the Montana Territory, the Coulter ranch is a place of family, loyalty...and a hidden fortune and a bride he can't remember marrying. Jude Coulter is far more comfortable in his family's sapphire mine tucked in the Montana mountains than on the bustling streets of New York City, where he's been sent to deliver a shipment of gems. His relief at boarding the train for the first leg of his journey home is short-lived when an accident renders him unconscious. Angela Larkin worked hard to earn this assignment for the Treasury--an undercover mission to determine the source of the sapphires brought each year for auction in the city. When an accident causes her target to lose his recent memory, Angela jumps at the opportunity to create the ideal ruse. Jude seems surprised to learn the two of them had married and were returning from a glorious wedding trip, but his severe head injury keeps him from protesting...for now. But the accident is far from the worst threat they face. When enemies close in, Angela and Jude must depend on each other to survive the treacherous journey home. As the danger mounts, so too does an attraction neither of them anticipated. But can their love withstand the revelation of their tangled beginnings?"--Back cover.

Marrying the mountain man's best friend / Misty M. Beller.
cover imageIn the wild mountains of the Montana Territory, the Coulter ranch is a place of family, loyalty...and a hidden fortune. Two Stones has lived most of his life as an outsider, shifting between two different worlds--the orderly village of his Salish family and wild mining towns. Though he's not fully accepted anywhere, he's made a name for himself trading between the tribes and the miners, even making a trusted friend or two along the way. When he arrives in Virginia City a week before Christmas, the last thing he expects is to be summoned to the bedside of one such friend, whose dying request is that Two Stones marry his daughter. Two Stones knows she'll never accept him as a true husband, but she needs his protection. At least she'll be safe in the Salish village with his parents while he continues doing the one thing he's good at, locating specialty trade items. Staying always on the trail--alone. After escaping the controlling clutches of her deceased husband's family, all Heidi wants is to rebuild her life her way. Yet when she reaches the Montana Territory to reunite with her father, she doesn't know what's worse--arriving mere days before his death or hearing his dying wish that she marry a Salish brave he trusts. Two Stones may be a good man...but to marry him? Yet when she barely escapes an assault, it's clear her father was right. She's not safe alone in Virginia City. She'll have to make the best of things as the wife of a native. The journey to Two Stones's village proves far more perilous than he anticipates, yet Heidi's resilience reveals a depth of character he didn't expect. As they near the end of their trail, Two Stones begins to realize this inconvenient marriage might really be a Christmas gift he'll always treasure. From a USA Today bestselling author comes a mountain novella filled with a marriage of convenience, desperate escape from danger, and the Christmas miracle of love that heals wounded hearts. This novella is also published as part of Christmas Bells and Wedding Vows: A Marriage of Convenience Anthology.

Winning the mountain man's love / Misty M. Beller.
cover imageJonah and Patience must confront their deepest fears while protecting Patience's young niece in the untamed Montana Territory.

One wrong move / Dani Pettrey.
cover image"Making amends for his criminal past, Christian Macleod has become one of the country's top security experts. But a string of heists brings attention from Andi Forster, an insurance investigator with her own checkered past. The two of them are drawn into a dangerous game with an opponent bent on revenge, and one wrong move could be the death of them both"-- Provided by publisher.

Texas ever after. 01 : Fairest of heart / Karen Witemeyer.
cover image"Beauty has been nothing but a curse to Penelope Snow, so she hides her fairness when she becomes a personal maid for a famous actress. But when her beauty is discovered, her mistress arranges her disappearance and leaves her stranded. Rescued by a Texas Ranger, Penelope is prepared to build a new life for herself . . . except the handsome Ranger she fancies suspects her of being a conniving jewel thief"-- Provided by publisher.

With this ring / Amy Clipston.
cover image"Bestselling author Amy Clipston transports readers back to the picturesque town of Flowering Grove, North Carolina, in this heartwarming contemporary romance"-- Provided by publisher.

A daughter's courage / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"Charlotte Durand sets out on an expedition in search of a skilled artisan who can repair a treasured chalice-but her hike becomes much more daunting when a treacherous snowstorm sets in. When Damien Levette finds Charlotte stranded, they must work together to survive the peril of the mountains against all odds"-- Provided by publisher.

Where trees touch the sky / Karen Barnett.
cover image"In the early 1920s, the accelerating destruction of the California redwoods is more than nature-loving Marion Baker can bear. Throwing herself headlong into the work of the Save the Redwoods League, she's shocked to learn that Frank Duncan, a man she's grown to love, is actually the son of a greedy timber baron. Can she convince Frank to help her preserve a favorite grove of trees or will his influence force her to make a sacrifice she'll regret for the rest of her life? In 1972, polio-survivor June Turner is determined to prove herself worthy as a ranger at the new Redwood National Park. She takes inspiration from her Great Aunt Marion, who has become something of a reluctant celebrity for her activism. But when June and Adam Garner, an aspiring film student, work together on a documentary about Marion's life, they unearth a secret that might just shatter her aunt's legacy forever"-- Provided by publisher.

Cloaked in beauty / Karen Witemeyer.
cover image"Hidden away for fifteen years, Letty Hood must now return home under the protection of Pinkerton agent Philip Carmichael to claim her birthright. As they journey together, Letty and Philip come to rely on each other, but their growing feelings might become their greatest weakness when confronted by the villain determined to destroy them"-- Provided by publisher.

Of gold and shadows / Michelle Griep.
cover image"In Victorian England, Egyptologist Ami Dalton balances academic life with a covert role rescuing black-market artifacts. Oxford bachelor Edmund Price unexpectedly finds himself entangled with Ami, and as they delve into a newly acquired collection, an artifact rumored to be cursed surfaces, and they wonder if something nefarious is hiding among the shadows"-- Provided by publisher.

A warrior's heart / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"On assignment to help America win the War of 1812, Evan MacManus is taken prisoner by Brielle Durand-the key defender of her people's secret French settlement in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. But when his mission becomes at odds with his growing appreciation of Brielle and the villagers, does he dare take a risk on the path his heart tells him is right?"-- Provided by publisher.

A year of flowers : a 4-in-1 novella collection / Susanne Woods Fisher.
cover image"In this collection of four novellas, three former friends have found success in the floral industry, but happiness-and love-remain elusive. Seven years later, their mentor Rose Reid sends each a letter compelling them to return home to Sunrise, North Carolina, to reconcile their pasts"-- Provided by publisher.

An honorable deception / Roseanna M. White.
cover image"Lord Yates Fairfax, leader of the secretive Imposters, is pulled into a mysterious case by the beautiful Lady Alethia. Joined by one of his oldest friends, Lady Lavinia, their investigations reveal society's darkest secrets, forcing them to confront the unsettling reality that the gentry isn't always noble, and truth isn't always honorable"-- Provided by publisher.

A mountain Christmas romance / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"Stripped of the family so important to his Viking heritage, Matthias Bjork is now on the hunt for his sister. Despite combing the entire Wyoming Territory, he hasn't found any substantial leads regarding his sister's whereabouts, but he has discovered a most unusual woman. This woodland nymph who's come to work for his good friend in the quiet town of Mountain Bluff is like no one he's ever met. Opal Boyd has finally found the haven she's longed for all her life, in a most unlikely place -- working for a German couple in this remote Wyoming mountain town. She learned long ago that most men couldn't be trusted, but when a mountain man stops in the boarding house where she works, he seems to have the respect and affection of the two people she's learned to trust implicitly. And the more she comes to know Matthias, she struggles not to trust him the same way the others do. When he shares the magical experience of his family's traditional Viking Yule celebration, she can't help but fall a little more in love with him each one of the twelve days of Christmas. But when Matthias' search for his sister takes an unexpected twist, Opal is forced to make a choice that will alter the course of her life -- no matter which answer she chooses. When Matthias' decisions land Opal in danger, what must he sacrifice to rescue her?"--Back cover

A Rocky Mountain romance / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"The Wyoming mountain country seems like the perfect place for Zeche Reid to find himself. When a blizzard sends him scrambling for cover, he stumbles upon a lady and her professor father holed up in a remote cabin. His protective instincts won't let him desert them to continue his travels, especially when the father's haunting memories from the War of Secession put his daughter's safety at risk"--Back cover.

The Queen's cook / Tessa Afshar.
cover image"After gaining a position in Queen Esther's kitchens, Roxannah discovers her dream job is fraught with palace intrigue. She must partner with Adin, the Jewish royal physician never far from her thoughts, in a race to save the life of a princess . . . despite the secrets their mission might uncover"-- Provided by publisher.

A Sweetwater River romance / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"Taking flight from their quiet Pennsylvania town seems like the only way for Tori Boyd to protect her dearest cousin's virtue. And the success of their escape may now depend on the man she's been writing letters to for over a year now in the vast wilds of the Wyoming Territory. Ezra Reid has finally stepped out from under the shadow of his older brother and sister, now having full responsibility to man the Rocky Ridge Stage Stop through the winter. The success or failure of the stage and telegraph contracts falls squarely on his shoulders, and he's entirely focused on the work - at least until his mysterious correspondence partner shows up on his doorstep. As Ezra takes on the search for a proper situation for Tori and her cousin, there seem to be no good options for the ladies. Especially since Tori won't even discuss the one option that might succeed - marriage. When the danger chasing the women takes on a form none of them anticipated, how far will Ezra have to go to keep the Tori and her cousin safe? It'll take a lot more than luck to ensure his heart is the sole casualty."--Back cover

The seaside homecoming / Julie Klassen.
cover image"Claire Summers replies to an advertisement to help run a Sidmouth boarding house, but her handsome, secretive business partner might send her packing if he learns her genteel façade hides a less-than-respectable past. And will a hoped-for reunion with her family lead to reconciliation or leave her estranged forever?"-- Provided by publisher.

Specters in the glass house / Jaime Jo Wright.
cover image"In 1921, heiress Marian Arnold begins having nightmarish visions in her family's butterfly house, but when she finds a body, she must separate her imaginings from reality. A century later, Remmy Shaw joins a memoir writer to research Marian's connection to the "Butterfly Butcher," only for the specter of the past to rise again"-- Provided by publisher.

One last stand / Susan May Warren.
cover image"When Air One Rescue pilot London Brooks finds herself falsely accused, her reputation tarnished, and her life in danger, she has no choice but to plunge back into the treacherous world of espionage she left behind. Shep Watson already saved London's life once-and he'll do everything in his power to bring her back home"-- Provided by publisher.

The burning of Rosemont Abbey / Naomi Stephens.
cover image"In the sleepy post-war English village of Wilbeth Green, everyone believes Paul Everly burned Rosemont Abbey, then disappeared. Only his twin sister, Louisa, is certain of his innocence. With the aid of Inspector Malcolm Sinclair, Louisa will stop at nothing to clear her brother's name and solve a murder no one else believes was committed"-- Provided by publisher.

Tea with elephants : a Suitcase Sisters novel / Robin Jones Gunn.
cover image"When longtime friends Fern and Lily get the chance to fulfill their dream of going on safari in Kenya, they welcome the break from their complicated worlds back home. But the journey will provide more than a change of scenery; it just might give them a new perspective on the lives they'll return to"-- Provided by publisher.

A pony express romance / Misty M. Beller.
cover imageAfter growing up as an orphan, Josiah English wants nothing more than to have his own ranch and raise Arabian horses. Riding for the Pony Express seems like the ticket to his dream. And when he meets the stationmaster's beautiful sister, it seems he may be within reach of the happy life he craves. Mara Reid is thrilled to finally meet the man of her dreams, and the fact that they both want to raise horses in the Sweetwater River valley seems like confirmation straight from God. But when the Express shuts down and Mara's family home is in peril, the danger looming over Mara's life may not be half as destructive as that threatening her heart.

The color of home / Kit Tosello.
cover image"When Audrey Needham returns to Charity Falls, Oregon, to help her great-aunt and great-uncle get settled in assisted living, she's resolved to get back to her demanding career as an interior designer. But the friendly community and the chance to learn the truth about a family tragedy tug at her heart-as does a handsome local do-gooder"-- Provided by publisher.

A church for all / Gayle E. Pitman ; pictures by Laure Fournier.
cover image"Celebrates a diverse community on a Sunday morning at an inclusive church that welcomes all people regardless of age, class, race, gender identity, and sexual orientation. Come to the church for all!"-- Provided by publisher. Includes historical facts about Glide Memorial Church in San Francisco.

Christmas in Bethel / Richard Paul Evans.
cover image"Leigh Beth Stilton has never liked the holidays. After growing up in an unstable home, escaping an abusive marriage, and witnessing daily tragedies as an EMT, Leigh just can't bring herself to care about Christmas cheer. In fact, she's so convinced she's not worth loving that one winter's eve, she decides she can't go on--until she comes across a book called Bethel and starts to read. Leigh is unfamiliar with the author, J.D. Harper, but his words speak directly to her. She's never felt so seen and understood, and this connection gives her the strength to carry on. She avidly reads every novel Harper has written, and when he comes to town for a book signing, she jumps at the opportunity to meet the writer who means so much to her. In a twist of fate, Leigh runs into J.D. in a coffee shop, and the two immediately click. Before she knows it, she's swept up in a whirlwind of fancy dinners, exciting travel, and the attention of the man whose work has been so meaningful to her. But she's leery after a lifetime of pain and when she discovers that J.D. hasn't been completely honest, her hopes are dashed. Can they find their way back to each other and can Leigh learn to trust her heart?"-- Provided by publisher.

Rocky Mountain rendezvous / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"Juniper and her sisters travel west to find the Blackfoot Piegan woman their late father credits with saving his life. Riley became a trapper in the Rocky Mountains to find peace and quiet, but he feels compelled to help the sisters on their mission. When it becomes clear they're now under pursuit, the questions mount as danger closes in"-- Provided by publisher.

A truth revealed / Tracie Peterson.
cover image"Laura Evans returns home from boarding school, navigating the clash between her deep faith and her father's opposing beliefs. But her world shifts when she crosses paths with a devoted preacher, Wilson Porter, who is driven by his mission to aid the Shoshone people. As their bond deepens, their love is challenged by deception and tragedy"-- Provided by publisher.

Rocky Mountain journey / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"To fulfill a dying wish, Faith Collins masquerades as a man to find the woman who once saved her father's life. On her journey through the Rockies, she teams up with a man in search of his brother, and together they must navigate the treacherous terrain while keeping Faith's identity a secret and their growing affection at bay."-- Provided by publisher.

Rocky Mountain promise / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"When Lorelai Collins rescues a rare white orphaned buffalo calf, she unwittingly brings people to her Rocky Mountain ranch. When the attention turns threatening, she approaches the mysterious new trading post owner with a proposition, but they are soon faced with a greater threat--one that will test their limits and the love growing between them"-- Provided by publisher.

I think I was murdered / Colleen Coble, Rick Acker.
cover image"A grieving young widow. The AI program that allows her to continue to "talk" to him. And a message she never expected: "I think I was murdered.""-- Provided by publisher.

Judas In Jerusalem. Joseph Lewis Heil.
cover imageWell known to Christians and many non-Christians are the four Gospel accounts of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, now referred to as Palm Sunday. These narratives also tell of the following Thursday when Jesus celebrated his last Passover Supper with his apostle friends. Judas In Jerusalem explores the four ominous days that led Judas to betray Jesus. In the Prologue, two thirteen-year-old cousins, John and Jesus, roam the hill country near Jerusalem. They talk of everything they know and dream. Their mothers want them to master the carpentry trade, but the boys reject that. John, now mature, lives alone in the desert. A weakened man, Judas, collapses near his camp. John rescues him and encourages him to seek Jesus. Near Jericho, Judas encounters Jesus, who asks him to join his band of followers. Word comes that Jesus’ cousin, John, has been arrested. Despite the danger, Jesus travels to Jerusalem, where his radical teachings are opposed by many members of the Sanhedrin. He enters the Holy City to welcoming crowds. A wealthy follower, Joseph of Arimathea, invites Jesus and one of his friends to dine with him that evening. Jesus chooses Judas. Thereafter begins the moral degeneration of Judas, leading to his so-called betrayal of Jesus. Lust, greed, anger, and pride enter his mind and heart, which lead tragically to a senseless, condemning act. Finding himself trapped by men far more clever than himself, Judas is presented with a life or death proposition. Is Judas guilty of a betrayal? Or is he betrayed? The four evangelists tell us little. This novel reveals the life and death of Judas In Jerusalem.

Shield of the mighty / Connilyn Cossette.
cover image"Zevi, a captain in King Saul's army, is sent to his childhood hometown to recruit soldiers to fight the Philistines and skilled artisans to serve in court. Confronted by his dark past and an intriguing and beautiful perfumer, he's forced to wrestle with his ambitions and his desire for vengeance while entangled in a dangerous plot."-- Provided by publisher.

Over the edge / Irene Hannon.
cover image"As the sole witness to a murder, Lindsey Barnes is already on edge. Now she's being targeted by someone who wants to discredit her testimony. Or is she? Police detective Jack Tucker must determine if it's true, and if so, who's behind the campaign to destroy her credibility--and perhaps her life"-- Provided by publisher.

Lost in darkness / Michelle Griep.
cover imageEnchanting Regency-era gothic romance intertwined with inspiration from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. England, 1815. Travel writer Amelia Balfour's dream of touring Egypt is halted when she receives news of a revolutionary new surgery for her grotesquely disfigured brother, Colin. This could change everything, and it does,in the worst possible way. Surgeon Graham Lambert has suspicions about the doctor he's gone into practice with, but he can't stop him from operating on Amelia's brother. After a botched procedure, Colin goes mad and escapes. Can Amelia and Graham stop Colin before he destroys everyone in his path and find the tender soul still trapped inside...or will they be too late?

Man of shadow & mist / Michelle Griep.
cover image"England, 1890. Vampires are alive and well in North Yorkshire, leastwise in the minds of the uneducated. Librarian Rosa Edwards intends to drive a stake through the heart of such superstitions. But gossip flies when the mysterious Sir James Morgan returns from Transylvania to take up residence in his shadowy manor. The townsfolk say he is cursed. James hates everything about England. The weather. The rumours. The scorn. Yet he must stay. His mother is dying of a disease for which hes desperately trying to find a cure--an illness that will eventually take his own life. When Rosa sets out to prove the dark gossip about James is wrong, she discovers more questions than answers. How can she accept what she cant explain--especially the powerful allure of the enigmatic man? James must battle a town steeped in fear as well as the unsettling attraction he feels for the no-nonsense librarian. Can love prevail in a town filled with fear and doubt?"--Page 4 of cover.

Before we were us / Denise Hunter.
cover image"Before We Were Us is a cozy, autumnal, opposites-attract Hallmark movie mixed with 50 First Dates. Denise Hunter weaves a charming romance between a woman who can't remember her own love story and the man who couldn't forget her even if he wanted to. The perfect escape into a happily-ever-after"-- Provided by publisher.

The Christmas cottage / Davis Bunn.
cover imagePushing through his troubled childhood, Dillon Farrow was seventeen when he said goodbye to Miramar and did himself proud, thriving as a successful investment counselor. But a betrayal by a trusted friend has brought everything crashing down. Dillon's only recourse--return to Miramar, penniless and feeling defeated--more so when a winter flood sweeps away all roads to town. Now he and his fellow stranded travelers are destined to spend Christmas at the only available accommodations--the local jail. Yet it's in this makeshift inn that Dillon sees her. His first love. The girl he left behind. After an emotionally and financially devastating divorce, Olivia Greer has no choice but to come back to her hometown of Miramar. Less a retreat than a surrender, it's the first time in years--since Olivia's mother, her best friend for life, passed away. In the interim, their hillside cottage has remained empty, as forlorn as Olivia herself. The flood only seems like fate testing her resilience one more time. But providence comes in myriad forms: Dillon Farrow, the sweet boy who once had dreams of better things. Just like Olivia. The future can hold dreams as well. Crossing paths is a Christmas blessing Dillon and Olivia never expected--a reunion with the potential to impact other lives too. And for both of them, perhaps in the cottage on the hill, Miramar could finally start feeling like home again. -- Provided by publisher.

Target acquired / Lynette Eason.
cover image"Sparks fly after tough-as-nails Kenzie King becomes the first female member of Cole Garrison's SWAT team. But Kenzie soon puts a target on their backs--and neither of them knows who they can really trust as they race to find the killer"-- Provided by publisher.

The winged tiara : a novel / J'nell Ciesielski.
cover image"Diamonds and danger dazzle in Ciesielski's latest enchanting romp through post-war Europe as estranged spouses and jewel thieves hunt an elusive Valkyrie tiara. November 12, 1918. It was a match made in champagne-soaked heaven, but all too soon the bubbles dried up, and Esme Fox awakens the morning after celebrating the end of the Great War to find herself shockingly and accidentally married. She gathers her belongings and slips out before her new husband can stop her. After all, she knows it's best to leave before he does. Four years later, Jasper Truitt, after having made a name for himself in the underground world of jewel thieves, is on the hunt for a valuable heirloom: a one-of-a-kind winged tiara--the last Valkyrie tiara ever created. So it's with great surprise that he discovers it at a charity event atop the head of a woman he's never forgotten. His long-lost wife . . . who happens to be pursuing the tiara for a vengeful opera diva desperate to obtain the jewel for herself. The reunion is cut short when Esme vanishes--again--but their separation is temporary. With a hitman on their heels and a deadline looming, the pair find themselves in an epic game of cat and mouse across Europe following leads from the French Riviera to a shop of wonders in Venice, a fairy-tale castle in Bavaria, and a veritable circus thrown by a champagne heiress, all before a dramatic horseback flight through the French countryside. In the end only one can win, and with both of their hearts on the line, the winner may well turn out to be the loser. In her latest glamorous historical romance, J'nell Ciesielski spins a sparkling story filled with her signature snappy dialogue and vivid atmosphere that will keep you reading late into the night to see what happens next." -- Back cover.

Unforgotten / Shelley Shepard Gray.
cover image"Years have passed since an attempted assault and an accidental death forever changed the lives of Bethanne Hostetler and Jay Raber. When an unexpected turn of events gives them an opportunity to make peace with the past, they'll have to make it through yet another dangerous situation before the healing can begin."-- Provided by publisher.

Into the sunset / Mary Connealy.
cover image"Tired of hiding from the controlling husband who'd committed her to an asylum, Ginny Rutledge is intent on being declared legally sane. Joining her fight are Maeve O'Toole and Dakota Harlan, each fleeing their own difficult circumstances. But when trouble arrives from all sides, their pasts may prove too dangerous to overcome."-- Provided by publisher.

A is for Amish / Shelley Shepard Gray.
cover imageFour siblings leave their divorced, lapsed-Amish father for the stability and sense of family provided by their Old Order grandparents in a peaceful small-town in Ohio.

Born of gilded mountains / Amanda Dykes.
cover image"Scandal-plagued Hollywood star Mercy Windsor seeks refuge in the Colorado mining town where her childhood pen pal lived. To help a grieving friend, Mercy embarks with her on a search for a missing railcar, hoping the mailbag it contains clears her friend's family name and points the way to a rumored gold mine."-- Provided by publisher.

A healing touch / Suzanne Woods Fisher.
cover image"Dr. Ruth "Dok" Stoltzfus dedicates her life to her patients, addressing not just their physical needs but their emotional needs too. When an abandoned infant arrives at her office, she resists the idea of fostering him. Too old, too busy, too everything. But just as she begins to form a bond with the baby, the birth mother unexpectedly reappears"-- Provided by publisher.

Love's mountain quest / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"In 1867, after her son goes missing, Joanna Watson enlists Isaac Bowen-a man with limited experience in the rugged country-to help. As they face the elements, trust begins to form between them, but can it withstand the danger and coming confrontation in this unpredictable land?"-- Provided by publisher.

Hope's highest mountain / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"In 1886, Ingrid Chastain is en route to deliver vaccines to a Montana mining town when an accident leaves her alone and injured in the wilderness. When rescue comes in the form of a mysterious mountain man, she's hesitant to trust him, but the journey ahead will change their lives." -- Provided by publisher.

Honor's mountain promise / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"Finally on the right side of the law, Aaron Long expected his life to take an upward turn. Instead, he ends up with a bum leg and driving a freight wagon through the wild Rocky Mountains. At least he has the joy of his newfound faith in God. The last thing he expects in the middle of an urgent delivery to Settler’s Fort is to discover a woman begging him to take her the opposite direction. She’s heavy with child, so he can’t leave her, but neither can he take her where she wants to go. Katie Barlowe has never had control of her life. Especially not when her parents married her off to a successful businessman who was determined to start a ranch in the faraway Montana Territory. Now she’s a widow left on her own in these breathtaking but treacherous mountains. She’s determined to forge a better future for herself and the new life growing inside her. To do so, she needs to get back to civilization before the babe is born. When she finally finds a freighter to take her the first leg of the journey east, all seems to be falling into place. Then the driver is killed and she’s left with a stranger who’s unwilling to take her farther than a tiny mining town, far from Fort Benton and the steamship she’d hoped would carry her home. When Aaron and Katie set out through the mountain winter, the journey ahead will change their lives more than they could have known."--Page 4 of cover.

Faith's mountain home / Misty M. Beller.
cover image"In 1867, Nate Long has always watched over his twin, even if it's led him to be an outlaw. When his brother is wounded in a shootout, it's their former prisoner, Laura, who ends up nursing his wounds at Settler's Fort. She knows Nate wants a fresh start, but struggles with how his devotion blinds him. Do the futures they seek include love, or is too much in the way?"-- Provided by publisher.

This dreamer : the chronicles of the marked / Sara Watterson.
cover imageEvie, a Watcher, grows restless observing mortals from the safety of her desk in the Control Room. When a friend offers to smuggle her by portal into a booming metropolis in Sector Five, she jumps at the chance to see the world with mortal eyes. Secretly, though, she also hopes to observe Adan, the human Dreamer, in his natural habitat. But after her return, trouble awaits Evie in the Control Room. Not only did she take an unsanctioned trip to the ground, but Adan is missing. Worse still, her director believes she is to blame. Donning a human body and wielding a golden blade, Evie travels to the uncharted territory of Sector Six, where Gifted humans and immortals are forbidden, and where Adan has been located, to take care of the problem. As she unsuccessfully attempts to keep the human emotions at bay, she discovers that this intriguing boy was smuggled here for a reason, and perhaps the culprit--the Deceiver--is a threat to them all. A mix of fantasy, mystery, and romance inspired by Joseph and the coat of many colors. -- Adapted from Amazon.com

Recorder / Cathy McCrumb.
cover image"Recorder has no family, no friends, and no name. Donated to the Consortium before birth, her sole purpose is to maintain and verify the records. A neural implant and drone ensure compliance, punishing for displays of bias. Suddenly cut off from controlling technology, Recorder tastes what it means to be human. But if the Consortium discovers her feelings, everyone she knows will be in danger. With no name, no resources, and only an infinitesimal possibility of escape, Recorder's time is running out"--Inside cover jacket

Beyond ivy walls / Rachel Fordham.
cover image"Reminiscent of Beauty and the Beast, a recluse and a young woman discover that the scars of life are no match against an act of love"-- Provided by publisher.

The Amish quiltmaker's uninvited guest / Jennifer Beckstrand.
cover image"Esther's distant cousin, widower Menno Eicher, needs to be hard-headed and practical. Swamped by family and farm responsibilities, he must find the perfect wife as quickly as possible, so he's shown up in Colorado--with "finding a wife" on his To-Do list! Esther's community has many women who could match his ever-growing requirements. Still, after a chance meeting, Menno keeps coming back to baker Joanna Yoder. Hard-working, honest, and forthright, she's distracting Menno from his search, opening his heart--yet refuses to believe he's falling hopelessly in love with her... Happily busy inventing and selling delicious desserts, Joanna has no time for someone as ridiculously exacting as Menno. After all, what sort of man thinks choosing a wife is like picking a pie at the general store? But she soon sees the surprisingly kind heart, doting father, and understanding man beneath his hard-to-please ways. With faith and genuine love, might the few things they have in common overcome the differences between them--and prove precious enough to risk a future together?"-- Provided by publisher.

Saved by the matchmaker / Jody Hedlund.
cover image"Enya Shanahan's ill-fated marriage has left her with an annulment and a child on the way. Her father's solution is for her to marry again, and the local matchmaker knows just the man: Captain Sullivan O'Brien. Enya's heart is closed off to love in this marriage of convenience, but a greater purpose draws them together"-- Provided by publisher.

Her part to play : a novel / Jenny Erlingsson.
cover image"Desperate for extra income, Adanne accepts a last-minute job as a makeup artist for a movie that's filming in her small Alabama hometown. But the money hardly seems worth having to face the actor who got her fired from her last job in Hollywood. Sparks fly on and off the set, but will either of them follow the pull of their hearts?"-- Provided by publisher.

The protector / Wanda E. Brunstetter.
cover image"In book one of A Mifflin County Mystery series, after a night out with her boyfriend, Rosa Petersheim has disappeared from the Big Valley without a trace. Norman Petersheim always considered himself his sister's protector, and he can't believe she would have left home of her own accord. Clearly, he must have failed her. He throws all he has into helping the authorities search for Rosa, while trying to support his parents and siblings--who are struggling both mentally and physically. Salina Swarey loves Norman and hopes they are headed toward marriage, but his obsession with Rosa's whereabouts is driving them apart. Can Norman find peace and contentment, even if he never learns where Rosa has gone?"-- Amazon.com.

Meet me at the starlight / Rachel Hauck.
cover image"Harlow Hayes came to Sea Blue Beach, Florida, to hide and heal. Instead she finds a former co-star with a ruined career, and his plucky grandmother who runs the local landmark skating rink. The place has a kind of magic, but when it's threatened for demolition, saving the Starlight might be the second chance everyone needs"-- Provided by publisher.

Meeting her match / Jen Turano.
cover image"When Miss Camilla Pierpont is thrust into the company of the irritating Mr. Owen Chesterfield, her prim and proper life in Gilded Age New York takes an unexpected turn. After reluctantly agreeing to help his debutante sister, she finds herself relying on Owen's help in a way that makes her reconsider her vow never to marry"-- Provided by publisher.

Into the starlight / Amanda Cabot.
cover image"With her career as a concert pianist at an end, Joanna Vaughn comes home to Sweetwater Crossing, widowed and unsure what the future holds when the arrival of a pair of newcomers stirs up a decades-old mystery, a shocking revelation, and the chance for true love"-- Provided by publisher.

A choice considered / Tracie Peterson.
cover image"Melody Doyle has spent years following her father as the transcontinental railroad is built. Now she's determined to stay in Cheyenne, but her father will only allow her if she marries. As the men in town vie for her hand, she gets to know the new banker, Charles Decker, who upends all her plans--and steals her heart along the way"-- Provided by publisher.

Finding you / Amy Clipston.
cover image"Both of them want a relationship - but is beginning it a big mistake?"-- Provided by publisher.

What we hide / Colleen Coble, Rick Acker.
cover image"The only hope they've got is each other, and they're going to have to put their past behind them if they're going to stay alive long enough to uncover all that's hidden"-- Provided by publisher.

Miracles at promise lodge / Charlotte Hubbard.
cover image"A season of change has blessed the Amish of Missouri's Promise Lodge, as mothers-to-be anticipate the arrival of their little miracles and one young man's life is about to take an unexpected turn as he sheds his bad boy reputation and embraces the value of faith and hard work. Long-time residents of Promise Lodge welcome a wave of newcomers that includes a pretty potter who's come to help an expectant couple, and a hard-working dairy expert ready to manage the herds on the expanding Burkholder farm. Then there's Isaac Chupp, the handsome, charming son of a notoriously unyielding Bishop from nearby Coldstream. Isaac has recklessly rebelled against his dat, and his bad boy reputation precedes him. Now he seeks a fresh start, applying for work at Dale Kraybill's bulk store. Proving himself reliable while Dale takes off for his wedding trip is Isaac's bold first step. But more miraculous awakenings may come as he settles into the warm new light of the faithful community. And while Promise Lodge celebrates an abundance of newborns as summer turns to fall, Isaac discovers a kindred soul who has her own share of challenges. In helping her, he just may find his true purpose in loving selflessly, building up, and giving back..."-- Amazon website.

The bride of Blackfriars Lane / Michelle Griep.
cover imageDetective Jackson Forge can hardly wait to marry the street-sly swindler who's turned his life upside down. Kit Turner is equally excited to wed the handsome detective, and what better way to show her love than providing him with a gift any man of the law would love? She determines to bring to justice the men who years ago maimed his brother--despite Jackson's warning to leave the past in the past. As she digs into the mystery of what happened, she unwittingly tumbles into her own history and endangers her future happiness with Jackson.

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