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The Christmas Rescue
by Laura ScottA military man takes a single mother targeted by a killer under his protection in this inspirational romantic suspense from a USA Today–bestselling author.“Don’t look!”When Kayla Wilson finds a body in Lake Michigan, she shields her daughter’s eyes and calls the police. But not before spotting a stranger lurking in the woods—watching her. And when her bed-and-breakfast is broken into, she knows the man is after her. Coast Guard officer Rafe DeSilva is sure the attacks are related to his current case—a crime ring operating in the Great Lakes. He will do whatever is necessary to keep Kayla and her daughter, Brianna, safe—while holding them at arm’s length. Until Brianna is kidnapped, and Rafe puts everything on the line for a Christmas rescue.
The Christmas Room
by Catherine AndersonThe beloved author of the Mystic Creek series gifts readers with a novel of homespun holiday cheer, as two families discover the joy of hope and redemption.... Widow Maddie McLendon has uprooted her life to move to Rustlers Gulch with her son and grandson. But as a brutal Montana winter looms on the horizon, contractors have yet to break ground on their new house, leaving them to live in a makeshift camp of trailers, tents, and sheds....Since his wife died six years ago, millionaire rancher Sam Conacher has been content to wallow in his grief alone while keeping a tight rein on his twenty-six-year-old daughter. But now the girl has gone and fallen in love with his foolish new neighbor’s no-good son....Maddie and Sam will never see eye to eye on anything, until a near-tragedy gives them a true glimpse into each other’s souls. And as the first snowflakes begin to fall, they’ll discover that an open heart is the biggest gift of all....
The Christmas Secret
by Julia LondonWhen Eireanne O'Conner returns to Ballynaheath, her home in Ireland, for Christmas, she finds that her brother has married, her new sister-in-law's family is ever-present, and her friends, the Hannigan twins (Year of Living Scandalously) are up to their usual tricks. During the twelve days of Christmas, there are secrets and surprises that will either sink Eireanne deeper into the scandals that have surrounded her family, or send her to London to find a titled husband who will hopefully add some dignity to a family who can't seem to keep away from scandal!know who is the author and who is the intended love interest. Once again, Eireanne and Mr. Bristol dissect the sequence of events, looking for clues. She finds Mr. Bristol very charming and witty. He does not seem to care about her reputation. He talks about America and his family's estate in New York, and she is enchanted with his descriptions of his life there. When a third letter is found, the author declares that he can no longer stay away and will come to openly voice his esteem at the Twelfth Night celebration Declan and Keira plan to host. All of County Galway is on tenterhooks on the Twelfth Night. When a final letter is found, Mr. Bristol claims he wrote it for Eireanne. No one believes him (it was too poorly written for an educated man), but he insists it is true. He has fallen in love with Eireanne. They are married that night. As it turns out, Molly and Mabe guessed at Mr. Bristol's esteem for Eireanne and, without his knowledge, concocted the dropped love letters to put them together--their Christmas Secret. When they confided Mr. Bristol in their scheme, he was appalled and insisted they tell Eireanne the truth. But love won out and he saw the opportunity for himself and was persuaded to make a grand gesture, and of course Eireanne loves him just as much. And Molly and Mabe happily live on to mess in other people's lives.
The Christmas Secret
by Lee MckenzieAJ Harris needs to leave town, before his past sneaks up on him in the form of a tool-belt-wearing beauty who also happens to be the mother of his child. Fate has other plans when AJ inadvertently hires Samantha Elliott to renovate and sell his grandmother's old house. Now he has to hide the truth-he secretly adopted the child Sam abandoned three years ago. Only, AJ can't prevent the bond between mother and child. When he learns the selfless reasons behind Sam's actions, including his own father's deceit, AJ's secret becomes a burden he can't keep. But will Sam forgive him for having their son all this time? Or will one little boy's love bring together a family...just in time for Christmas?
The Christmas Secret
by Wanda BrunstetterA family secret May Destroy a Couple’s Hope for Marriage Elizabeth Canning discovers an awful secret in her estranged aunt’s diary. Believing her chances for a happy marriage are spoiled, she leaves her fiance a letter and flees town. In hopes that distance will heal her broken heart, she takes refuge in her grandparents’ Pennsylvania home. Anticipating a Christmas Eve wedding with Elizabeth, David Stinner is confused by her letter and desperate to find her. Can David root out the truth about the past and bring back his bride? Or is the truth destined to bring an ultimate end to their romance?" There are three recipes following the novel's end.
The Christmas Secret (Christmas Hope)
by Donna VanLiereFrom the author of the Christmas Hope series comes a novel that reveals how the greatest gifts in our lives are sometimes discovered beneath the biggest boulder in the road. When a struggling young single mother saves the life of an elderly woman, she sets into motion a series of events that will test her strength, loyalty, and determination--all the while setting her on the path to finding true love. Life isn't easy or simple for Christine Eisley, the hardworking mother of seven-year-old Zach and five-year-old Haley. Her ex-husband goes out of his way to make her life extremely difficult. She works long hours as a waitress to make ends meet, and because she's behind in the rent, she needs to find another place to live. When Christine saves the life of a woman who works in Wilson's department store, the owner of Wilson's wants to find her, to thank her, but Christine has disappeared, losing the job she depended on to feed her kids. Marshall Wilson sets his grandson, Jason, to the task of finding the mysterious "Christy." It's the last job Jason wants... but is finding Christy the one thing he really needs? To protect herself from being hurt yet again, Christine holds her secrets close, but in the end it's the discovery of a safely guarded secret that will change the course of her life forever. The Christmas Secret is a novel for anyone who wants to see how love is a gift that keeps giving back; that hope is a treasure that never runs dry; and that faith is a miracle reborn with each new day. There are more books by DONNA VANLIERE in Bookshare's library.
The Christmas Set-Up: A Holiday Romance (Mills and Boon Ser.)
by Jill ShalvisNew York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis delivers a fan-favorite novella in which snowbound rivals are faced with irresistible temptation… Competing architects Zoe and Jason have two weeks to come up with the design to win a coveted new project. But when a snowstorm strands them together at a secluded cabin, Zoe sees her chance to show Jason how she really feels. With romance blooming under the mistletoe, can she get the gorgeous Scrooge into the true Christmas spirit?Originally published in 2011.
The Christmas She Married the Playboy: An Uplifting International Romance (Christmas with a Billionaire #2)
by Louise FullerScandal leads to wedding bells in this uplifting, emotional marriage-of-convenience romance by Louise Fuller!The one thing not on her Christmas list? A convenient winter wedding! Louis Albemarle has tried to bury the pain and guilt of his father&’s death with his playboy antics. So when a photo of his stolen moment with figure skater Santina Somerville proves one scandal too many for his company&’s shareholders, Louis must contemplate the unimaginable: marriage! Marrying Louis is the only way to save Santa&’s pristine image. But after a past betrayal, it&’s not the gossip she really fears. It&’s the burning attraction between her and Louis that might just make resisting her convenient husband impossible…From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. Read all the Christmas with a Billionaire books:Book 1: Unwrapped by Her Italian Boss by Michelle SmartBook 2: The Christmas She Married the Playboy by Louise Fuller
The Christmas Singing
by Cindy WoodsmallAfter Gideon coldly broke her heart, can the warmth of the season revive Mattie's hopes? Mattie thought her childhood sweetheart adored her until he abruptly ended their engagement on Christmas Eve. Three years later, will learning the truth behind his rejection restore her Christmas joy - or open the door to even deeper heartbreak? Spend Christmas with the Amish in this story of love, romance, heartache, and restoration.From the Hardcover edition.
The Christmas Sisters: A Novel (Hq Fiction Ebook Ser.)
by Sarah MorganIn the snowy Highlands of Scotland, Suzanne McBride is dreaming of the perfect cozy Christmas. Her three adopted daughters are coming home for the holidays and she can’t wait to see them. But tensions are running high…Workaholic Hannah knows she can’t avoid spending the holidays with her family two years in a row. But it’s not the weight of their expectations that’s panicking her—it’s the life-changing secret she’s hiding. Stay-at-home mom Beth is having a personal crisis. All she wants for Christmas is time to decide if she’s ready to return to work—seeing everyone was supposed to help her stress levels, not increase them! Posy isn’t sure she’s living her best life, but with her parents depending on her, making a change seems risky. But not as risky as falling for gorgeous new neighbor Luke…As Suzanne’s dreams of the perfect McBride Christmas unravel, she must rely on the magic of the season to bring her daughters together. But will this new togetherness teach the sisters that their close-knit bond is strong enough to withstand anything—including a family Christmas?
The Christmas Snoop
by Jean WolfeAfter going on a present hunt while his boyfriend, Matt, is in the office, James finds several things he didn't expect, including photos of Matt in a Christmas jumper, an old teddy bear, and several letters to Santa Claus--one of which states that Matt doesn't need anything for Christmas because he has James. It seems Matt has been a very good boy this year....
The Christmas Spirit
by Alexandrea WeisAn uplifting and heartwarming romance about second chances with a ghostly twist and an unusual cat make this enchanting story set in the Smoky Mountains a festive treat any time of year. Fans of Debbie Macomber, Sheila Roberts, and Fern Michaels will enjoy this gorgeous feel-good story."Ghostly occurrences and ancient folklore make this feel like a modern, romantic twist on A Christmas Carol." ~Library Journal"A woman heals from heartbreak with the help of some unusual strangers in this enjoyable, supernaturally tinged Christmas romance [with] genuine emotion driving the plot ... a touch of magic sets this holiday romance apart." ~Publishers WeeklyCourtney Winston is a writer on a deadline. Eager to finish her book and get over a recent break-up, she ditches Christmas with her family and retreats to a secluded cabin in the Smoky Mountains. Appliances rarely work and cell service is spotty, but Courtney senses there is more to her rustic rental near the abandoned town of Elkmont—something dark and haunting. Then Peter, the attractive mountain lodge owner, and a meddling cook, Mrs. Finn, keep coming around, shattering her peace and offering advice on how to fix her heavy heart. Courtney grows closer to Peter, but Mrs. Finn warns her of his troubled past. Undaunted, Courtney sets out to win him over. But being with the brooding stranger may end up costing her more than she ever imagined. * * * "A blend of holiday inspirational and romance that adopts a more detailed story than most novels in either genre ... embracing both holiday spirit and a growth process that begins with pain and prejudice and moves steadily outward into recognizing new opportunities. The result embraces more than its title's promise, making The Christmas Spirit an inspirational story that is much needed and highly recommended year-round." ~Midwest Book Review "A one-of-a-kind paranormal romance with a good balance between heart-wrenching drama and light comedy. The fast pace is consistent and the suspense is wild, making the book unputdownable. The twist at the end is just priceless. This is one of those books that can be made into a blockbuster movie. The excitement does not change whether it is read around the Christmas season or not." ~Risah Salazar, Readers' Favorite "A bit of a ghostly "Christmas Carol" story ... there is definite substance here. This is more than romance--a fun, memorable read. I hope we see more of this author in the future." ~Feathered Quill Book Awards Judges' CommentsAWARDS* Gold Medal Winner: Romance—Feathered Quill Book Awards* Recipient of the BestsellersWorld Award for Best Romance—Feathered Quill Book Awards* Romantic Fiction 1st Place Winner—Chatelaine Book Awards* Silver Award Winner in Romance—Kops-Fetherling International Book Awards
The Christmas Spirit
by Elisabeth FairchildAn Earl gets his Christmas spirits lifted in this original Signet Regency Romance from Elisabeth Fairchild. NEVER BEFORE PUBLISHED For Christmas, Kirkland Fleming, Earl of Copeland, promises his guests a fortnight of eating, drinking, and hunting ghosts at Broomhill Hall. Though he fears his ill health may soon turn him into a ghost himself, he hopes to find a pleasurable diversion in holiday cheer. But icy roads prevent his guests from arriving--all but the one he did not invite... Though the beautiful Miss Belinda Walcott has arrived for her own mysterious purpose, the magic of the season soon casts a spell on them both...one that may even be strong enough to revive Kirkland's flagging Christmas spirit.
The Christmas Spirit: A Novel
by Debbie MacomberNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Two lifelong friends decide to trade places the week before Christmas and end up finding love along the way in this delightful novel from the queen of holiday stories, #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. Peter Armstrong and Hank Colfax are best friends, but their lives couldn&’t be more different. Peter, the local pastor who is dedicated to his community, spending time visiting the flock, attending meetings, and, with the holiday season approaching, preparing for the Christmas service and live nativity. As a bartender, Hank serves a much different customer base at his family-owned tavern, including a handful of lonely regulars and the local biker gang. When Peter scoffs that Hank has it easy compared to him, the two decide to switch jobs until Christmas Eve. To their surprise, the responsibilities of a bartender and a pastor are similar, but taking on the other&’s work is more difficult than either Peter or Hank expected. As the two begin to see each other in a new light—and each discovers a new love to cherish—their lives are forever changed.In The Christmas Spirit, Debbie Macomber celebrates the true meaning of the holidays and the inclusive community spirit that binds us all.
The Christmas Spirit: the most heart-warming festive romance to get cosy with this winter, from the New York Times bestseller
by Debbie MacomberThe brand new festive romance from Debbie Macomber, the #1 New York Times bestselling author and the queen of Christmas fiction! Will they find their happy-ever-after this Christmas? Peter and Hank are lifelong friends, but when it comes to their jobs they couldn't be more different. Peter is a small-town pastor and is devoted to helping the community, while Hank runs the local pub and is never too far from a party. But this Christmas, everything is about to change . . . Having never settled down, Peter and Hank believe their demanding jobs are keeping them from finding love. Convinced that the other has it easier, they hatch a plan to swap places the week before Christmas to put their theories to the test and find time for themselves. But as Hank quickly becomes overwhelmed by nativity plans, and Peter struggles to control the rowdy festive pub-goers, they each begin to worry they're in over their heads. Luckily, church assistant Grace is on hand to help Hank navigate a church/life balance, and a young woman seeking shelter at the pub might be exactly what Peter needs to realise there's more than one way to help his community . . .This Christmas, will Peter and Hank's stunt fall flat, or will it open their eyes to the possibility of love at last? The Christmas Spirit is a warm and wintry delight from the #1 New York Times bestselling author. The perfect Christmas read for fans of Milly Johnson, Cathy Bramley and Trisha Ashley
The Christmas Spirit: the most heart-warming festive romance to get cosy with this winter, from the New York Times bestseller
by Debbie MacomberThe brand new festive romance from Debbie Macomber, the #1 New York Times bestselling author and the queen of Christmas fiction! Will they find their happy-ever-after this Christmas? Peter and Hank are lifelong friends, but when it comes to their jobs they couldn't be more different. Peter is a small-town pastor and is devoted to helping the community, while Hank runs the local pub and is never too far from a party. But this Christmas, everything is about to change . . . Having never settled down, Peter and Hank believe their demanding jobs are keeping them from finding love. Convinced that the other has it easier, they hatch a plan to swap places the week before Christmas to put their theories to the test and find time for themselves. But as Hank quickly becomes overwhelmed by nativity plans, and Peter struggles to control the rowdy festive pub-goers, they each begin to worry they're in over their heads. Luckily, church assistant Grace is on hand to help Hank navigate a church/life balance, and a young woman seeking shelter at the pub might be exactly what Peter needs to realise there's more than one way to help his community . . .This Christmas, will Peter and Hank's stunt fall flat, or will it open their eyes to the possibility of love at last? The Christmas Spirit is a warm and wintry delight from the #1 New York Times bestselling author. The perfect Christmas read for fans of Milly Johnson, Cathy Bramley and Trisha Ashley
The Christmas Stocking
by Fern MichaelsChristmas lights up when beloved New York Times bestselling author Fern Michaels takes the reins . . . Amy Baran is determined to raise money for a new seniors&’ center by harvesting Christmas trees from the small-town Virginia farm she remembers from her childhood. Trouble is, Gus Moss has his own ideas about saving the farm his father has neglected. Neither wants to give up, but when attraction turns to romance, they just might have to give in . . .
The Christmas Stranger
by Beth CornelisonAfter her husband's death, Holly Bancroft Cole knows Christmas won't be the same this year. Still grieving, she decides to complete the renovations on her North Carolina farmhouse and hires a construction worker. Drawn to his piercing eyes and gentle manners, Holly can't shake the feeling that secrets lie behind the handsome stranger's warm smile. Haunted by memories, Matt Rankin can't remember the joy that simple pleasures bring until he meets Holly. When a harrowing attempt is made on her life, Matt realizes he can't live without this beautiful angel. Now he must protect the woman he loves at all costs--even if it means risking his own life.
The Christmas Strike
by Nikki RiversYou can’t give to others...until you give to yourself!With Christmas only twelve days away, supermom Abby Blake is going on strike. Sure she loves her grown daughters and their families, but do they all have to be so...well, needy? Having made her stand, Abby’s not about to let anything-or anyone-stop her. Especially her sworn enemy-alpha male extraordinaire Cole Hudson.Abby convinces him to fly her to Chicago on his private jet for a little R and R. But Cole’s got other plans-a surprise detour to Paris. And thanks to a luxury suite, a fabulous shopping spree and enough sparks flying between her and Cole to light up the Eiffel Tower, life is definitely looking up for Abby. Maybe this “strike” should grow into a year-round holiday....
The Christmas Surprise
by Jenny ColganFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Little Beach Street Bakery and The Bookshop on the Corner comes a delightful holiday tale full of sweetness, love, heartbreak, and happiness--perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber and Elin Hilderbrand.Rosie Hopkins, newly engaged, is looking forward to an exciting year in the little English sweetshop she owns. But when fate deals Rosie and her boyfriend Stephen a terrible blow, threatening everything they hold dear, it's going to take all their strength and the support of their families and their friends to hold them together. After all, don't they say it takes a village to raise a child?
The Christmas Surprise (Rosie Hopkins #3)
by Jenny Colgan'Nobody does cosy, get-away-from-it-all romance like Jenny Colgan' Sunday Express Snuggle up and escape to the beautiful island of Mure this winter. Jenny Colgan's new Christmas novel, CHRISTMAS AT THE ISLAND HOTEL, is out now. ___________________________________ In a tiny little sweetshop, something very special is waiting under the Christmas tree . . . With mouthwatering seasonal recipes for you to try at home Snuggle up and escape with Jenny Colgan 'An evocative, sweet treat' Jojo Moyes 'Gorgeous, glorious, uplifting' Marian Keyes'A cracker - the must-read this festive season' Sun 'Irresistible' Jill Mansell 'Just lovely' Katie Fforde 'Naturally funny, warm-hearted' Lisa Jewell 'A gobble-it-all-up-in-one-sitting kind of book' Mike Gayle__________________________________Rosie Hopkins, newly engaged, is looking forward to an exciting year in the little sweetshop she owns and runs. But when fate strikes Rosie and her boyfriend, Stephen, a terrible blow, threatening everything they hold dear, it's going to take all their strength and the support of their families and their Lipton friends to hold them together. After all, don't they say it takes a village to raise a child?__________________________________ Why readers ADORE Jenny Colgan 'Jenny Colgan has a way of writing that makes me melt inside' 'Her books are so good I want to start over as soon as I have finished' 'There's something so engaging about her characters and plots' 'Her books are like a big, warm blanket' 'Her stories are just so fabulous' 'She brings her settings and characters so vividly to life' 'The woman is just magic'
The Christmas Surprise (Rosie Hopkins #3)
by Jenny Colgan'Nobody does cosy, get-away-from-it-all romance like Jenny Colgan' Sunday Express___________________________________In a tiny little sweetshop, something very special is waiting under the Christmas tree . . . With mouthwatering seasonal recipes for you to try at home Snuggle up and escape with Jenny Colgan 'An evocative, sweet treat' Jojo Moyes 'Gorgeous, glorious, uplifting' Marian Keyes'A cracker - the must-read this festive season' Sun 'Irresistible' Jill Mansell 'Just lovely' Katie Fforde 'Naturally funny, warm-hearted' Lisa Jewell 'A gobble-it-all-up-in-one-sitting kind of book' Mike Gayle__________________________________Rosie Hopkins, newly engaged, is looking forward to an exciting year in the little sweetshop she owns and runs. But when fate strikes Rosie and her boyfriend, Stephen, a terrible blow, threatening everything they hold dear, it's going to take all their strength and the support of their families and their Lipton friends to hold them together. After all, don't they say it takes a village to raise a child?__________________________________Why readers ADORE Jenny Colgan 'Jenny Colgan has a way of writing that makes me melt inside' 'Her books are so good I want to start over as soon as I have finished' 'There's something so engaging about her characters and plots' 'Her books are like a big, warm blanket' 'Her stories are just so fabulous' 'She brings her settings and characters so vividly to life' 'The woman is just magic'
The Christmas Swap: A Novel
by Talia SamuelsPerfect for fans of Alison Cochrun and Helena Greer, Talia Samuels&’ debut sapphic romcom is about one woman who fake dates her friend…only to fall for his sister.Margot Murray is a newly single, successful businesswoman with no interest in a cutesy seasonal romance after her breakup with her long-term girlfriend. Ben Gibson is an unlucky-in-love sweetheart in need of a woman to bring home for the holidays. Together, they make a pact: Margot gets two blissful weeks away from London in a picture-perfect manor, and Ben gets a fake girlfriend for his holiday at home with his family.Upon arriving to the manor, Margot meets Ben&’s sister, Ellie, who is suspicious of the supposed relationship right from the start. Ellie intends to get to the bottom of their relationship, not being able to see how the two of them work as a couple. As Ellie and Margot grow closer, will Ben and Margot be able to keep the charade up, or will Margot and Ellie risk the chance at something real?
The Christmas Switch: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
by Zoey Marie JacksonA woman finds it hard to impersonate her twin sister when the family she wished for is right next door in this inspirational holiday romance.Swapping places with her identical twin over the holidays sounds easy enough to Chanel Houston. But playing the role is trickier than expected when it comes to maintaining frosty relations with her sister's neighbor and nemesis—especially since he has an adorable little girl and a rowdy puppy. Ryder Frost's supposed to be grumpy and rude . . . so why does Chanel find the single dad so irresistible?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
The Christmas Target
by Shirlee MccoyCHRISTMAS UNDER FIRE Security and rescue specialist Stella Silverstone returns home for the holidays to care for her ailing grandmother-and finds herself the target of a killer. Only the unexpected arrival of the rescue-team leader temporarily pulls her from the crosshairs. Once, Stella hoped Chance Miller would become more than her boss. But the widow's tragic past keeps her from giving him her heart-or embracing the Christmas season. Now with danger lurking in every corner of her grandmother's old Victorian home and family secrets hiding in the shadows, Stella is safe nowhere but with Chance. Only he can show her the joys of Christmas and the beauty of love...if he can keep her alive.