Former beauty queen Belle Thornton knows what it is to think she has it all, only to discover she never valued what was truly important. Raising her daughter and building a thriving thrift shop that helps single mothers like herself has taught Belle what the word beautiful really means. Unfortunately, thanks to her shady landlord, Belle must toss those hard-earned dollars into the money-pit of a rental that houses both her tiny apartment and her business or risk the city closing her doors. When funds dwindle as quickly as her to-do list grows, she is forced to rely on the absolute last rescuer she'd choose: Micah Shaw

Then Again, Maybe (Along Came Love)

Romance

Tuttle, Susan L.

Contemporary

Bling! Romance

When a betrayed young woman moves to a charming beach town to escape love, an unlikely matchmaker gets involved. Physical therapist Emily McMillan broke off her troubled engagement to move to a charming, albeit tight-knit, seaside community for a new start. But will the locals accept her? She's too quiet, too reserved and wants to hole up in her apartment to write her latest novel. When she treats a spunky patient, popularly known as Gran, she finds herself agreeing to a date with Gran's handsome grandson. Keith Stallings, a creative businessman who owns the local passenger ferry, tempts Emily with a dreamy island full of wild horses, an enticing beach laden with colorful sunsets, and a homecooked picnic under the stars. Heck, even a wild pelican named Sam loves him. Emily had declared men off-limits, but just when she believes this is the best island summer ever, the park service threatens Keith's livelihood. Keith has a difficult decision to make, one that may not include Emily. An emotionally complex beach read, this love story reaches just beyond the sand dunes where the sea turtles nest and where the tides can wash away dreams.

Island Summer

Literature & Fiction

Hayes, Lori

United States

Is the legend true? Could she not only be loved but married by Christmas? When Terri McMillan finds the perfect farmhouse on a salt marsh, an old dream reawakens to foster troubled teenaged girls. It's no matter the small coastal town is her distant sister's safe haven, a place where Terri is unwanted. But Terri is burnt-out on city life and the house's charm is tempting, along with the myth that the house has Christmas magic. As the legend goes, whoever moves into the homestead will not only fall in love, but will be married by Christmas. Matt Baker, the owner, wants one final Christmas in his grandparent's home before selling it. He wants to spend a last family Christmas at the homestead in exchange for free labor to restore the neglected house. He and Terri may disagree about the details of the restoration, but there's an attraction between them that neither anticipated. Things grow personal when they discover an old hat box in the attic containing letters and a diary from his grandparents during the Vietnam War. Together they discover an old family secret, the true meaning of love, and the reason behind the Christmas lore--which makes them wonder ... Could love like this still exist? The magic of Christmas just might be working.

Coastal Christmas

Once, her art brought her fame. This time will it bring her love? Widowed homemaker Rachael Stark isn't quite sure what comes after her only child leaves for college. To fill her suddenly quiet hours and scrawny bank account, she needs a job. But painful memories prevent her from resurrecting her former art career, and "motherhood" isn't much of a résumé. When her best friend needs help recovering from a gunshot wound that occurred in the line of duty, she is there. Finally, someone to take care of. Evan Wayne won't let his injury keep him from being a police officer. His dedication to protect the innocent stems from the guilt he carries over having failed his childhood friend. What he needs now is to recover and get back on the streets. Instead, he's handed a myriad of light-duty tasks by his captain--one of which involves heading up the department's entry into the town's annual mural contest. He's not an artist, but he definitely knows one. And he'll take any excuse to spend more time with her. When Rachael agrees to paint for Evan, she never expects to also be drawn into finding answers for the mother of a missing child. As the two friends work side by side on the mural and the case, their feelings move beyond friendship. But with Evan unwilling to leave his dangerous job, and Rachael unwilling to risk another loss of a loved one, their fears may paint over the promise of a beautiful future together.

Never Too Late (Along Came Love)

Religion & Spirituality

Christian Books & Bibles

"A laugh out loud mystery with quirky, lovable characters who find themselves in all sorts of trouble. The storyline is believable and comes with descriptions of mouth-watering food, which makes for a delicious plot! A cohesive and fast-moving novel." 4-Stars! RT Book Reviews When the chef of Sunset Paradise Retirement Village ends up dead, life for sisters Fern and Zula Hopkins is whipped into a froth. Their zany attempts to track down the killer land them in hot water with Detective Jared Flynn. Should he be concerned about their safety or the criminal's? But there are deadly ingredients none of them expect. Drugs. Extortion. International cartels. And worst of all...broken hearts—especially when the Hopkins sisters’ niece KC arrives on the scene. Before the snooping pair gain any headway with the case, it becomes crystal clear that the sisters share a mysterious secret that takes life from the frying pan and into the line of fire. Written for the General Market (G) (I): Contains little or no; sexual dialogue or situations, violence, or strong language. May also contain some content of an inspirational nature.

Out of the Frying Pan: A cozy little romance ... with murder on the side.

Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Griep, Michelle

Klepfer, Kelly

Mystery

For 25 years the Lakeview Slayer has left a trail of bodies in his wake. Now he has his sights set on Natalie, the new owner of a dilapidated chateau and its vineyard. Nick Hardaway never recovered from his sister’s murder, a victim of the Slayer. When news of the killer’s latest murder breaks, Nick grows more determined to make amends for his sister’s death. As he finds himself helping Natalie with her renovations at the chateau, Nick's resolve comes in conflict with his feelings for Natalie.  Natalie may hold the key to capturing the Lakeview Slayer before he kills again, but she must decide if her feelings for Nick, and his willingness to help, are worth dying for.  General Content (G) (I): Contains little or no; sexual dialogue or situations, violence, or strong language. May also contain some content of an inspirational/religious nature.

First Crush

Ludwig, Ashley

After a tragedy involving a football player destroys her family, athletic trainer and graduate student, Cassie moves across the country looking for a fresh start. But a sudden change in her financial aid package lands Cassie in the middle of a cash-crunch nightmare. When Reed, a rookie football coach, offers to help, she thinks her problems are solved. But as injuries and losses pile up, Reed's dreams seem to be slipping away. Now, in order to salvage the season, Reed must choose between the game he loves and the woman who just may be ... the catch of a lifetime. Written for the General Market (G) (I): Contains little or no; sexual dialogue or situations or strong language. May also contain content of an inspirational nature.

Catch of a Lifetime

Fick, Candee

NSPY Awards Nominee for Contemporary Romance / Romantic Suspense Bricker’s novel is full of friendship and surprises, as well as a healthy dose of love and romance…Fair warning, there’s a slightly higher amount of romantic heat than is in most inspirational novels, although it is all handled tastefully.” -- 4 STARS from RT Book Reviews "It's about women and their relationships -- both within and without. I especially appreciate the fact that Ms. Bricker is not afraid to go inside the realness of marriage. (Why are we so afraid as Christians to talk about the beauty of sex within marriage when that's exactly why God gave it to us?) If you have girlfriends, you'll truly appreciate this work! I could read it again and again" --Eva Marie Everson Regan Sloane was married once. Eight years, no kids, she got the house. In the years since the divorce, she's managed to keep afloat with the only real skill she has: Writing. She hadn't really noticed how her readership had blossomed until a well-known reviewer noticed her sweet little lifestyle blog. When had it transformed into a single woman's go-to? With the life and loves of her four BFFs to fuel the content and have her back at every turn Regan realizes that something magical happens when women join forces. Maybe even love :)

Moments of Truth

Bricker, Sandra D.

Chicago lawyer Sydney Knight and Texas bull rider Jace McGowan have nothing in common but everything to lose when they are thrust together during a weekend rodeo in rural Illinois. Neither one of them would have imagined two years ago that the deep attraction they sensed during a day-long outing would resurface when Sydney's boss assigns her to Jace's legal case. Sydney has been through a world of hurt since losing her dad when she was sixteen, then being dumped the morning of her wedding. She's sworn off romance and instead devotes her time toward a partnership in her father's law office. Jace has found faith in God and wants out of his sponsor contract with a risqué restaurant chain that requires him to pose with scantily-clad women. He's about to bail on the contract and pay steep penalties—something he can ill afford, given that his deceased father left the family with unpaid taxes. Sydney is determined she'll get Jace out of his contract and return to Chicago with her heart intact, but Jace is just as determined to help her see they're meant to be together. Can a city girl with roots deep in Chicago and a bull-riding rancher with roots deep in Texas give themselves a second chance at love? Inspirational content (I): Content of an inspirational/religious nature.

Second Chance Love

Meyers, Pamela S.

Ana Brassfield has her path to the stage of the Metropolitan Opera House all figured out until her first love, renowned German dancer Claus Gert, returns to Georgia to win her back. Despite a promising start towards her ballet career and pending marriage to landscape architect, Peter Engberg, Ana wonders if her dreams of dancing at the Met are as impossible as her previous romantic relationship with Claus. Then, an on-stage kiss between Ana and Claus changes everything. Convinced the kiss is more than a one-time mistake, Peter breaks off their engagement. With an old dog crippled by arthritis and dreams deferred but not left behind, Ana moves to Germany to be with Claus. But the ghost of his late wife, Ana's own feelings for Peter, and the pressure of earning a spot in a large ballet company are a high price for a shot at success. Ana seems on the verge of having everything she ever dreamed of, but will it be enough?

A Season to Dance

Beal, Patricia

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