Will a winter whirlwind romance result in a forever love?
The author on how she develops her characters:“As for developing characters, when I first started writing I tended to draw quite a bit from people I knew. Now, though, I let the characters blossom as I write. Each character is so unique and different, but I usually start by thinking about their personalities and go from there.”
Shanna Hatfield
A Heart-Broken Cowboy, His Reunited Love, and the Secret Baby Who Seals the Deal
A five star review of the novel:“I love Joy and her integrity and her love of family including Caden. Tanner was more difficult to love. But he did grow on me as I grew to know him better. He was so good with Caden. Caden was the star of the show. I enjoyed seeing him learn and change. The Cowboy’s Reunited Christmas is a well written story that pulled me in and made me root for a happy ending.”
Joan—Goodreads
A reporter and her Army sergeant ex track down who’s killing her sources in this inspirational romantic suspense adventure.
When army journalist Casey Jordan’s attacked, she’s convinced it’s a random mugging—until a killer comes after the military team she’s interviewing. But who’s the real target: Casey or her ex—staff sergeant Travis Heath? Despite an attraction that still lingers, Travis pushed Casey away months ago, convinced military life leaves no room for attachments. But when the attacks grow increasingly personal, Travis begins to question his chosen path. As the targets of a killer’s vendetta, though, it could be too late to make up for lost time . . . because he and Casey may not have a future to share. What the author on her favorite part about being a writer:“The best thing about being a writer is meeting new characters. I love when a character “starts talking.” It’s like making a new friend, and I can spend hours just exploring who they are and where they’re going. If I’m not careful, I get lost in getting to know the characters instead of writing their story. Then again, it’s always fun to start the story, to put them into situations and see what happens next!”
Jodie Bailey
The nightmares may free her…but destroy the man she loves.
Eliza Ellis has stayed hidden in Balfour Forest for as long as she can remember. Perhaps her only friends are the trees, or her little dog, or her story-telling father called Captain. But at least she is safe from the cruel world outside, a world Captain has warned her against and protected her from. That is, until a handsome stranger named Felton Northwood invades her quiet forest and steals her away. Why does he tell such lies? Why does he insist that her name is Miss Eliza Gillingham, daughter of a viscount, who disappeared fourteen years ago after the murder of her own mother? A murder Eliza is said to have witnessed. When Felton returns Eliza to Monbury Manor and reunites her with a man who is told to be her father, all she remembers are the strange nightmares that have plagued her since childhood. Why have they suddenly grown worse? Are the answers hidden inside her own mind? As danger mounts and lethal attempts are made on her life, Eliza and Felton must work together to uncover the identity of a killer who has stayed silent for fourteen years. When she finally uncovers the horrendous memories trapped in her mind, will divulging the truth cost her the man she loves—and both of their lives? What the author wants the reader to take away from this novel:“As beautiful as stories are, as magical and lulling as our imagination can sometimes be, reality will always be just a little bit sweeter. Sometimes we need to step out of our dreams, put away our books, and embrace the real world around us. We all have a story to live. I hope the reader, like Eliza, can see the beauty in finding it outside of pages.”
Hannah Kinder
In the wild mountains of the Montana Territory, the Coulter ranch is a place of family, loyalty…and a hidden fortune.
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. The author on the research for her novel’s setting and plot:“The timing of sapphire discoveries in the state is perfect for my series as well. Early prospectors searching for gold in the gravel of the Missouri River repeatedly discarded the annoying blue pebbles that continually clogged their sluices without much thought to what they may be. It wasn’t discovered that these “pebbles” were sapphires until 1895… and [when it was] declared that the stones were ‘sapphires of unusual quality,’ a small-scale sapphire rush began. This rush is exactly what the Coulter brothers in the Brothers of Sapphire Ranch series are trying to avoid. That’s why they keep the sapphire mine on their property secret during this first book in the series, Healing the Mountain Man’s Heart.“
Misty M. Beller
Can you forgive when the sin is this big? Or are some sins unforgivable?
Taylor never meant to keep the secret hidden for so long. She never meant to hurt him, never meant to hurt anyone. She was only doing what she felt was the right thing. Someone is about to find out Taylor’s secret… One Faithful Prayer is an inspirational Christian romance about past hurts, healing, and the power of God in a Christian’s life. Inspiring and uplifting, this story encourages faithful Christians who seek to grow in their relationship and understanding of Jesus Christ. A bit about the author’s goals for his writing:
“He believes that telling Contemporary Christian Fiction stories of faith, love and family help build the faith of Christians and help non-believers see how God can work in the life of believers. “
Beth—Faithfully Bookish
Homecomings can be deadly.
When retired Delta Force operative Rollo MacKenzie returns home to become chief of police in tiny MacKenzie Cove, he has lots of expectations…none of them good. What he doesn’t expect is to find his first love targeted by a murderer willing to do anything to bury a twenty-year-old secret. After her husband’s sudden death, Alyssa Archer scrimped and saved to purchase the abandoned farmhouse on the prettiest hill in McKenzie Cove, but someone wants her off the land. If she won’t leave, she’ll die. Rollo MacKenzie might have stolen her heart years ago, but this time, their association is strictly business. No way she’s falling for the former football star. Not after all these years. With the Lord’s help, she’ll get out of this with both her life–and her heart–in one piece. But as Rollo and Alyssa fight to unmask those responsible for the vicious attacks, they discover a frightening truth. Not everything that’s buried is dead. A 5-star review:
“This book is well-written, action-packed, and full of drama. I know you are going to love it… A terrifying journey as the mad man tries to keep his action twenty years ago a secret. God has a plan for these two, a good plan for hope and a future. God has a plan for you too. A plan for peace and not destruction. Make Him Lord of your life and watch what he can do.”
Author Glenda Parker– Goodreads
A reclusive billionaire. A feisty employee who unmasks celebrities. Can their unanticipated love survive amid secrets and deceit?
Joshua Jewel, owner of Jewel Enterprises, has an enormous net worth, famous siblings, and a thriving business to boot. But he also has a problem. Someone has embezzled a million dollars from his company, and he has to investigate among his top, most trusted employees. He devises a unique plan to get to know his suspects up close and personal- a company cruise excursion. What he didn’t plan for is his top suspect, a gorgeous and brilliant young employee, to steal his heart completely. How can he trust her when she may be playing him for all he’s worth? Jade Jardine has been anxious to meet the elusive Joshua Jewel and see if the celebrity who hides his face from the world is incredible or insane. But when someone accuses her of embezzling money from Joshua’s company, her hopes for a fun and relaxing week disappear. Jade is more than surprised when her unbelievably attractive boss not only takes an interest in her, he seems to be genuinely falling for her. Joshua may be the man of her dreams, but how can she give her heart to him when he may not believe her intentions are true? As sparks begin to fly, Joshua and Jade’s trust are put to the test. Will Joshua turn out to be the hero Jade needs or a wealthy jerk who only cares about his bottom line? And will Jade even give him the chance to try? The author’s inspiration for parts of the novel:
“This book was especially fun as I used my husband and I’s anniversary trip to Puerto Rico and the Caribbean cruise… as the setting. I was able to use a lot of the activities that we did as well. I’m terrified of heights and am trying hard to conquer that fear. When you read about Jade doing the climbing wall, know that is exactly how it happened for me. It was embarrassing!”
Cami Checketts
Shots fired at the State Capitol!
Newly elected State of Maine governor Jillian Goff has arrived for her inaugural address. But what she ended up doing was dodging bullets! Jillian can’t begin to understand why anyone would want to kill her, but whoever the assassin was got close. Way too close. Dave Hutchins is a member of the state’s Executive Protection Unit, and now he’s a man with a very important mission—he must protect the governor and find the would-be assassin. Bodyguard rule #1: Do not get emotionally involved with your client. Dave is one of Maine’s finest. He knows the rules, and he’s trying hard to stay emotionally detached. But the more time he spends with Jillian, the less he can imagine ever leaving her side. Not with her life—and his heart—caught in the crosshairs. A note about the story and the author:
“This is a story of faith and romance. Most of Susan Page Davis’s books are set in small towns, many of them in Maine, where she grew up.”
Nothing but the deepest love will induce Jane Gilchrist to marry, even when asked by the young and handsome widower with whom every other girl is in love.
Luke Watley lost his wife to a tragic accident. But when he discovers it was no accident at all, he must solve the mystery behind her murder, or he—and anyone close to him—is in danger of becoming their next victim. Jane Gilchrist is maddeningly opinionated, annoyingly high-spirited, and . . . more appealing than any woman has a right to be. He seems to lose all rationality when she is near. But if he lets her get too close, she might be the next person to be killed because of his faithless first wife. But when her reputation is at stake, in an effort to do the right thing as a gentleman, he asks her to marry him. But when she agrees only to a pretend engagement, sparks of every kind begin to fly. Jane is disgusted by the way women fawn all over the newly widowed Mr. Watley. She can’t decide if she should hate him for being so sought after, feel sorry for him for losing his wife, or kiss him when no one is looking. Whatever she decides, it’s sure to be a stormy season! The author’s message to her readers through her novels:
“That God is good and He has a good plan for all of us. Each novel has at least one special lesson that I hope the reader can take away with them.”
Melanie Dickerson
