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The Christmas Kite & The Lawman's Holiday Wish: An Anthology
by Gail Gaymer Martin Ruth Logan HerneWishes come true this holiday season The Christmas Kite by Gail Gaymer MartinAfter her in-laws paid her to disappear, single mom Meara Hayden moved to Mackinaw Island. She never thought one simple kite would lead her to love again. Jordan Baird felt as aimless as the kites he made. Then a mother and her special son made him see new possibilities. Did Jordan dare dream of the riches life had to offer?The Lawman’s Holiday Wish by Ruth Logan HerneNo one seems willing to forget, or forgive, Rainey McKinney’s troubled past. But Rainey can’t afford to let that bother her. Even handsome deputy sheriff Luke Campbell can’t distract her. She’s determined to keep her distance, but as their children form a special bond, Rainey and Luke can’t help but do the same.
Man of Her Dreams
by Patt MarrMeg Talbot had prayed for Mr. Right, but it seemed she was destined to remain manless. Until her childhood crush—and her best friend’s brother—sauntered back into her life….Rebel Ry Brennan preferred being an EMT in NYC to joining the family’s practice. His impulsive return to California was one surprise, and the newly converted Christian was in for another: Meg was all grown up…and gorgeous! Their relationship soon blossomed. But when she learned Ry planned to become a doctor, Meg was stunned and disappointed—she’d dreamed of a husband who was always around, unlike her own father. Could Ry convince her that despite long hours of residency their love could flourish?
A Family To Share
by Arlene JamesA NECESSARY PROPOSALAll mortgage broker Kendal Oakes wanted was a stable, loving home for his daughter, Larissa. He was widowed, and his motherless little girl was prone to uncontrollable tantrums. But then single mom Connie Wheeler walked into the church day-care center…and their lives.Connie had a way with Larissa—the child's only calm moments came when Connie was nearby. So she agreed to babysit with her own son in tow. The two children and adults got along perfectly. It was almost as if they could be a family.But when Kendal popped the question Connie longed to hear, did he want the true marriage she'd prayed for, or simply a union of convenience?
Courting Holly
by Lynn A. ColemanHOLLY GRAHAM'S WORLD IS TURNED UPSIDE DOWN ...by her mother's deathbed confession. Fortunately, there's one constant in Holly's life: her best friend, Bryce Jarvis. His strong arms are there to comfort her. And his honey-brown eyes see her as more than the little girl he grew up with.... Bryce has waited for years to court Holly. But when his chance finally comes, Holly faces questions about her very identity. She isn't sure about anything anymore-even how she feels about Bryce. Can he make her understand that the pure love right in front of her is true and sure?
To Heal a Heart
by Arlene JamesWhile hurrying to catch a plane, widowed lawyer Mitch Sayer finds a single page from a handwritten letter, a letter offering forgiveness to an unknown recipient. But thoughts of its possible owner flee his mind when he meets his attractive seatmate, Piper Wynne.Guilt has driven Piper from her family, and her new job as an insurance investigator offers the prospect of starting over. Mitch’s discovery of her letter and his quest for its addressee make it difficult to continue to hide her past, especially as their new friendship deepens. Will Mitch’s love for Piper truly heal her heart?
His Hometown Girl
by Jillian HartSmall-town mechanic Zachary Drake had no illusions about his longtime friendship with winsome, wholesome Karen McKaslin-even after she called off her wedding to the local pastor. Zach simply intended to lend a grease-stained hand and a sympathetic ear to a pal in need, and keep his secret longing to himself....Having narrowly escaped a loveless marriage, Karen was counting her blessings. Now she could transform herself into a woman worthy of being loved for all eternity. She never dreamed Mr. Right was waiting for her on the wrong side of the tracks, praying she'd see in his eyes what he didn't dare say....
Family Christmas on the Ranch
by Deb Kastner Carolyne AarsenHome for the holidaysTexas Christmas Twins by Deb Kastner Celebrity photographer Miranda Morgan has left LA to become guardian of her sister&’s twin babies in her hometown of Wildhorn, Texas. The twins&’ handsome godfather, Simon West, isn&’t thrilled about letting spontaneous Miranda into his carefully managed world. But the two band together to create a cozy country Christmas for the twins. Could this holiday transform Miranda and Simon&’s tentative friendship into a forever love?The Cowboy's Family Christmas by Carolyne Aarsen Leanne Walsh is stunned when Reuben Walsh returns to his family&’s ranch for the holidays. Though she had married his stable brother, it was unpredictable Reuben who held her heart—until he broke it. Reuben built his dreams around Leanne once before and now is trying to resist her and her sweet young son. But in a season full of surprises, the promise of family is a gift too tempting to resist.2 Uplifting Stories Texas Christmas Twins and The Cowboy's Family Christmas
The Lady's Rescuer
by Lauralee BlissJAKE HARRIS SAVES PEOPLE FROM THE SEA But Englishwoman Olivia Madison's no damsel in distress. A woman on a mission, she intrigues Jake with her feistiness and determination-even as her stubbornness causes rifts between his tight-knit brotherhood of seamen. But just what is in her precious cargo? Olivia must sell her shipload of antiques to free her brother from an English debtor's prison. But when her long journey ends in tragedy on North Carolina's Outer Banks, she has nowhere to turn-except to the rugged man who fished her from the cold Atlantic. Can she prove that her purposes are honorable...and find true love with her rescuer?
Heaven Sent Husband
by Gilbert MorrisBetween her dedicated nursing at Mercy Hospital and plans to be a missionary in India, Ketura Lindsey had no time to think about marriage. But to follow God’s plan, she had to acknowledge that love was part of His higher purpose for her life. Yet did He really intend her to find wedded bliss with her high school nemesis, Jared Pierce?Jared, the star of the baseball team, had hurt tall, gangly Ket with his teasing. Now an intern at Mercy, he was a constant presence in her heart and mind. But would Jared, who dated beauty queens, ever notice—let alone propose to—a plain Jane?
Unexpected Amish Match
by Marta Perry Tracey J. LyonsA surprising change of plansA Secret Amish Crush by Marta Perry Lydia Stoltzfus is content being a maidal, unwed but happily running an Amish coffee shop. Until her schoolgirl crush returns home and she falls in love…with his timid five-year-old daughter. Widower Simon Fisher has no plans to remarry, especially not to his lighthearted former neighbor. But will devotion to a child—and a matchmaking community—show them their future is together?The Amish Teacher's Wish by Tracey J. Lyons With the school damaged during a storm, teacher Sadie Fischer needs Levi Byler&’s help repairing it. Levi has one condition—he won&’t become a part of her search for a husband. He&’s been hurt before, and love and marriage aren&’t in his plans. But Sadie might just be the perfect woman to mend his heart…and convince him forever isn&’t just for fairy tales. Previously published as A Secret Amish Crush and The Amish Teacher's Wish
The Amish Nurse's Suitor and The Nanny's Amish Family: A 2-in-1 Collection
by Patricia Johns Carrie LighteCaught between two worldsThe Amish Nurse’s Suitor by Carrie LighteTemporarily in her Amish community to help with her sick brother’s business, nurse Rachel Blank can’t wait to get back to the Englisch world…and far away from Arden Esh. Her brother’s headstrong carpentry partner challenges her at every turn. But when a family crisis redefines their relationship, will Rachel realize the life she really wants is right here…with Arden?The Nanny’s Amish Family by Patricia JohnsSchoolteacher Patience Flaud longs for a family of her own—but knows it can never happen. At least she can help Amish bachelor Thomas Wiebe with his small Englisher daughter. As she settles the child into Amish life, Patience begins falling for the bewildered new father and his heartbroken little girl. But is love enough to make them a permanent family?
With Christmas in His Heart
by Gail Gaymer MartinCaring for her grandmother was a labor of love, but busy executive Christine Powers worried about the paper piling up in her office. And no sooner had she arrived on Mackinac Island during the frantic holiday season than her haughty attitude was challenged by Will Lambert, her grandmother's enigmatic boarder. His laid-back style grew on her, as did his steadfast faith in this season of joy and wonder. But an ultimatum to return to work or lose her job forced Christine to decide between her heart and her career.
Courting Her Secret Heart and His Amish Choice
by Mary Davis Leigh BaleReluctant Hearts Find Each Other in Amish CountryCourting Her Secret Heart by Mary DavisDeborah Miller lives a double life as an Amish woman—and a fashion model! All photography is forbidden in her Plain community, so she must keep her job a secret. But when Amos Burkholder starts helping at her family’s farm, hiding the truth from him is impossible. And soon she must choose between the Englischer world of modeling and the Amish man she’s come to love.His Amish Choice by Leigh BaleWhen Lizzie Beiler’s fiancé cast her and his Amish faith aside to pursue an Englisch education, she vowed never to marry. Now he’s back and helping on her father’s farm. And though Lizzie’s unsure if she can ever forgive him, she finds their love still lingers. But is Eli finally ready to build a familye with Lizzie…or will he return to his Englisch life?
The Amish Spinster's Courtship and Her New Amish Family
by Emma Miller Carrie LighteOpposites attract in Amish country The Amish Spinster’s Courtship by Emma MillerTo prove she has a fun side, ultraserious Lovey Stutzman accepts her sister’s dare: a buggy ride with Hickory Grove’s most handsome Amish bachelor. But what Lovey can’t accept is Marshall Byler’s claim that he fell in love with her at first sight. Now Marshall must defy everyone’s expectations—including his family’s—to prove his intentions once and for all.Her New Amish Family by Carrie LighteWidower Seth Helmuth needs a mother for his sons, but for now, hiring the Englischer next door as their nanny will have to do. Trina Smith plans to stay in Amish country only long enough to claim her inheritance and sell her grandfather’s house. But as she falls for Seth, his twin boys and Amish life, will she inherit a home
Wyoming Christmas Peril: An Uplifting Romantic Suspense
by Kathie RidingsCan they survive the cold of Cougar Mountain with a killer on their trail? Bailey O'Keefe is excited about her first Christmas in Wyoming—until she's taken hostage by a homicidal bank robber. When he escapes from custody, his only goal is killing Bailey. Now her life depends on FBI negotiator Sean Hanson and his remote cabin on Cougar Mountain. But in the icy Wyoming wilderness, their relentless pursuer is the least perilous danger they face…From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
An Unlikely Amish Match and An Amish Arrangement
by Jo Ann Brown Vannetta ChapmanAn Unlikely Amish Match by Vannetta ChapmanSusannah Beiler is determined to protect the other young marriageable Amish women from falling for the new bad boy in town by pretending to date Micah Fisher herself! Their deal is simple: she’ll keep him company if he stays away from her friends. It’s not long before she starts to see there’s more to Micah than his reputation…An Amish Arrangement by Jo Ann BrownDays before Jeremiah Stoltzfus closes the deal on his new farm in Harmony Creek, Mercy Bamberger claims the property is hers, promised by her late grossdawdi. Jeremiah can’t turn out the single mom and her daughter, nor can he leave. His solution: temporarily sharing the farm until ownership is settled. But living beside the handsome Amish farmer has Mercy longing for love and a forever family.
A Bride for Christmas
by Brenda Minton Jill KemererComing home for ChristmasThe Rancher's Mistletoe Bride by Jill Kemerer Wedding planner Lexi Harrington needs a manager for her inherited Wyoming ranch. Clint Romine would be the perfect man for the job, if the ruggedly handsome cowboy wasn&’t such a distraction. For former foster kid Clint, opening up to Lexi means revealing a secret that could jeopardize everything he holds dear. This Christmas, can Clint learn to trust Lexi with the truth…and with his heart?The Rancher's Christmas Bride by Brenda Minton After she was jilted at the altar, fleeing to Bluebonnet Springs to care for her ailing grandfather seems like the perfect solution for Marissa Walker. When her limo breaks down, neighboring rancher Alex Palermo comes to her rescue. Alex can&’t turn his back on the spirited city girl, and soon his priority becomes convincing her to stay. Because Christmas—and his future—would be much merrier with Marissa by his side. :2 Uplifting Stories The Rancher's Mistletoe Bride and The Rancher's Christmas Bride
Fatal Disclosure (The Ocracoke Series)
by Sandra RobbinsWhen a gunshot victim dies in front of Betsy Michaels, his last words make her a killer's next target. The undercover agent investigating the murder is none other than Mark Webber, the man who'd broken her heart. Now she has to trust him with her life.Mark feels duty bound to protect Betsy from the drug smugglers responsible for his partner's death. Yet every time he looks at her, he's reminded of the choices he made that hurt Betsy to the core. And despite their rekindled attraction, this time the danger isn't just to their hearts.
Hearts Under Construction
by Diann HuntTall, Dark...and in Her Job!An unexpected turn of events gives Ellie Williams's coveted promotion at Wiley's Dream Homes to aggravating newcomer Coleman Preston. All Ellie had wanted was to be a success at work-that, and maybe a lifetime supply of chocolate. But of course her colleagues are only too happy to have an attractive new boss. Like she'd ever want a man like that!Yet to Ellie's surprise, the challenge of facing Cole brings new light to her eyes and some liveliness to her carefully ordered world. With changes in the air at work and new houses under construction, it looks like Cole's next project could be...Ellie's heart.
Christmas, Texas Style
by Linda Warren Leah Vale Tina LeonardFour Texas Babies by Tina LeonardTo save his parents’ ranch from falling into the wrong hands, Sam Johnston must marry. A quickie wedding to Lily Bartholomew brings more than he bargained for-including some shocking news about his new in-laws. But the biggest shock of all is that the baby on the way is actually four babies, set to arrive just in time for Christmas!A Texan Under the Mistletoe by Leah ValeLori Beth Whittaker comes home looking for tradition-and discovers that for the first time ever, the Hooper Creek Christmas festival has been cancelled. She’s determined the festival will go on, but one man stands in her way—Jackson Hooper, her former high school sweetheart and the man she left behind!Merry Texmas by Linda WarrenMariel Todd-Crandall and Grayson Crandall love their daughter, but since their divorce, it’s hard to find time to spend with Chloe. But Chloe’s sick of being ignored, and she knows her parents still love each other. So this Christmas she has a special plan, including a very special tree, that’s going to make Mom and Dad see that Christmas-and every day-should be spent as a family.
Deadly Risk (K-9 Unit)
by Margaret Daley Dana MentinkWith everything on the line…Flood Zone by Dana Mentink Mia Sandoval&’s friend is murdered—and the single mother is a suspect. Her only ally is search-and-rescue worker Dallas Black. Working with the secretive Dallas, Mia discovers he&’s as complicated as the murder they&’re forced to investigate. Yet as a flood ravages their small Colorado town, a killer is determined that Mia, Dallas and their evidence get swept away to a watery grave.To Save Her Child by Margaret Daley When a young boy goes missing from wilderness day camp, Alaskan search-and-rescue worker Josiah Witherspoon is on the case. The former marine promises to find the child and return him to his mother. But Ella Jackson has a secret that could put them all in danger. Ella and Josiah are ready to risk their lives to save her son, but will they risk their hearts?USA TODAY Bestselling Author Margaret Daley Previously published as Flood Zone and To Save Her Child
Deadly Mountain Target
by Laura Scott Stephanie M. GammonA killer on the hunt...Treacherous Mountain Investigation by Stephanie M. Gammon Years ago, Elizabeth Hart took down a human trafficking ring in the Rocky Mountains with a single blog post—and now someone wants revenge. But her ex-fiancé, Officer Riggen Price, won&’t let anyone hurt her or his newly discovered son. With the threats only escalating, can Liz trust the man who broke her heart…and live to give their family a second chance?Wyoming Mountain Escape by Laura Scott Just as Chelsey Robards decides to call off her wedding, her soon-to-be husband is shot and killed at the altar. When the bullets start to fly her way, the best man, former Special Ops soldier Duncan O&’Hare, drags her to safety. But with an unknown enemy on their trail, can they survive long enough to find out why she&’s a target?USA TODAY Bestselling Author Laura Scott 2 Thrilling StoriesTreacherous Mountain Investigation and Wyoming Mountain Escape
Guarding the Witness (K-9 Unit)
by Laura Scott Heather WoodhavenWhen a witness becomes a target…Copycat Killer by Laura Scott When a double homicide is strikingly familiar to a twenty-year-old cold case, Detective Nate Slater is rattled by the parallels. With a child as the only witness, he and his K-9 partner must protect little Lucy and her aunt, Willow Emery. Nate&’s rough past means he always keeps an emotional distance…but in this case, getting closer is the only way they&’ll all survive.Chasing Secrets by Heather Woodhaven After Karenna Pressley stumbles upon a ruthless drug dealer trying to drown her best friend, she&’s on his hit list—and out of places to run. Her ex-boyfriend, K-9 officer Ray Morrow, is determined to keep her safe with his drug-detecting spaniel, Abby. But with danger stalking them, will their reunion be a chance for a fresh start or the end for them both?USA TODAY Bestselling Author Laura Scott Previously published as Copycat Killer and Chasing Secrets
A Father's Redemption
by Tracy BlalockCan this lonely father open his heart? One year after the loss of his wife, Dr. Elias Dawson&’s still not quite sure he&’ll be any good at parenting his daughter—but his brother insists it&’s time he takes over the responsibility. With his mother-in-law trying to seize custody of baby Emma, his late wife's sister, Abby Warner, is determined to prove to Elias that his love is exactly what her niece needs. And Abby might just be the perfect final piece to complete their little family…
Trapped at the Summit (Mountain Rescue)
by Ali OlsonThey will need each other to survive…But they&’re running out of time Valerie Butler won&’t let anything stop her from climbing Washington's formidable Mount Rainier. But when she partners with expert mountaineer Jonah Aarons, they confront unexpectedly brutal weather conditions—and one treacherous obstacle after another. Now, with Valerie&’s secrets and Jonah&’s tragic past overshadowing their every move, can they find the strength to survive—and make their way home to each other at last?