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Sometimes, secrets are buried as deep as the shadows they cast...Still recovering from the loss of her parents in a mysterious carbon monoxide poisoning years ago, Katy McKim receives devastating news-her brother, Shawn, has disappeared and is presumed dead. Returning to her California family ranch, Katy's only goal is nurturing her love of horses and occupying her mind from losses grieved. But when Shawn's best friend shows up at a national horse show, he comes bearing gifts. Now in possession of more information surrounding Shawn's disappearance, Katy is faced with the chilling possibility that her brother is alive-and in serious danger.Navigating drugged horses, threatening notes, and a potential stalker, Katy is determined to get to the bottom of her brother's disappearance. And with the help of Private Detective Matt Hartman, she may just unearth a web of secrets that stretch far beyond that of even stalkers and saints."Author Denise F. McAllister has penned an intriguing romantic suspense novel guaranteed to keep you turning the pages." -C.K. Crigger, Spur Award-winning author of The Speaker of Clovis Creek

If someone erased your memory, would you still know God?President Denali's war on crime has yielded unprecedented results, but its consequences are far from anticipated. As he wages war against every remaining criminal, he forms his own personal army-at a cost.When Ellie Hatcher finds herself chosen for a pivotal role in this clandestine sect shrouded in mystery, it forces her to leave behind everyone she knows and loves in less than 24 hours. Haunted by guilt and plagued by doubts, she must navigate a treacherous path where loyalty and self-discovery intertwine.But something sinister is at play. As people around Ellie begin losing their memories and surrendering their ability to dissent, she embarks on a race against time to uncover the truth and save the world...and a man she finds herself unexpectedly falling for.Diving deeper into the dark undercurrents of President Denali's regime, Ellie discovers a shocking revelation-the president's thirst for power knows no bounds. And in a world where memory is both a weapon and a weakness, she must question her role in the president's grand scheme.Ellie may have been chosen as a pawn by the president, but her presence in the training facility just might be a special assignment from God.Truth in the Name is an enthralling blend of mystery, romance, and thrilling exploration. Through Ellie's journey, readers are compelled to question the nature of memory, the consequences of power, and the enduring strength of faith. Fans of dystopian fiction and Christian thrillers are sure to be captivated by this thought-provoking tale that challenges the limits of human perception and the very essence of what it means to know God.

"Danny and Syl Farmer are expanding their family, and they couldn't be happier. But when tragedy unexpectedly strikes the ranch next door, Danny feels duty-bound to help-- even if that means purchasing their land. Now, with more land and cattle than Danny ever wanted, and his publisher breathing down his neck, a tough decision must be made. What will Danny choose-- ranching or writing? And, more importantly, what is God laying on his heart? Join the Framers as they set out to answer God's calling while growing their ranch, working on their still-new marriage, and juggling family life. With a cast of strong character, Reg Quist delivers yet another contemporary Christian western romance with a few surprises along the way."--back cover.

It was his job...Luke Hamilton has spent years drifting around the country, but after being hired as the new sheriff in Bethany, Oregon, he is finally ready to put down some roots. He's not prepared however for his first big job to come in the form of a woman who is being accused of murdering her husband.It was her life...Sylvia is determined to prove her innocence, but it won't be easy when she's behind bars and no one believes her.Can she convince Luke to help her? And, what will happen when he is forced to choose between following the law or following his heart?Guilty or innocent, lives will forever be changed.

Left in the care of her vindictive stepmother after the death of her father, Hope is shocked to find out the debt he's left them in. However, that's nothing compared to the horror she feels when she finds out how her stepmother intends to pay off that debt without losing any of her luxuries. With a little brother who has been deaf since birth, Hope has no choice but to go along with it to protect him.Logan Wallace has travelled to Sacramento to purchase the cattle he needs to start his own herd, only to be greeted by a pickpocket shortly after he arrives. Chasing the thief, he's led into the slums of the town where he's shocked to see some kind of human auction happening.When his eyes meet the terrified brown ones staring back at him from the wooden platform, he knows he can't walk away and leave her there to the fate of the men who are bidding.Putting up the money he was supposed to use to purchase a prized mare for his sister Ella, he steps in to help. But when he wins the auction and tries to let the girl have her freedom, he's shocked to find out that her honor won't allow her to walk away until she's paid him back in full.So now what is he supposed to do with her?

"When the Slater's strike gold on someone else's claim, they'll stop at nothing to get it all for themselves. Murder, violence, and un-speakable deception aren't enough to keep Mr. Slater's rampage and thrist for money at bay. But what will happen when Matt Bannister is called into town on a mission to quell the miners' strike and a feud brewing between neighbors? Corruption abounds in the Old West, and--here in Branson--it's up to Matt to stop not only a greedy miner, but also a viscious gang of outlaws who started their own private police force in order for their criminal deeds to appear legit. But when Matt is accused of a most heinous crime, one he couldn't have committed, and arrests a man for murder only to see him released later, Matt knows that this job might keep him from making it to the alter and his beloved Christine. Join US Marshal Matt Bannister as he stands up for what's right in a world that rarely does." --

Ella has always been determined and headstrong, vowing only to marry for love. At her age, it seems like her chances of that happening have slipped away.When she is left the title to half of a neighboring farm, she sees the opportunity to have her independence, and not become a burden to her family. The only problem is that there are stipulations, one being the fact that she has to work alongside the man who's been left the other half of that farm.Titus Cain has his own demons to face, and taking over a farm in Oregon with a woman isn't in his plans.To make matters worse, someone else has their eye on the land, and they've already proven they're willing to kill whoever gets in their way to get it.What will happen when two people are forced to join together to save a farm, and risk their lives to find who killed the man they both loved? Can a young woman live on a farm with a man who isn't her husband, without ruining her reputation, even if it is for all the right reasons?Ella & Titus must fight together against the circumstances trying to tear them apart.

Can a marriage in name only bring a second chance at love?After losing her husband on the Oregon Trail, Audrey is being forced to go back home and marry a man her father has chosen. Still grieving her husband, and not wanting to leave her new home in Oregon, she makes the decision to marry a man who needs her help looking after his daughter - a marriage he has said will be in name only.Reid Wallace lost his wife during childbirth and has been raising his two-year-old daughter alone. His heart died with his wife, and he has vowed to never love again.When Audrey's father learns of her remarrying, he sets out to have the marriage annulled and take her back to a man she doesn't even know.Illness, insecurity, and guilt abound as their hearts struggle with the new feelings Audrey and Reid are uncovering.Will they be able to overcome everything that seems to be working to destroy the future they are building together? And can they help each other heal the pain in their hearts, while finding a way to love again?

Phoebe makes a promise to her dying mother to take care of her younger sister Grace, no matter what. Even if that means travelling hundreds of miles across the country in a wagon train bound for Oregon.Phoebe suspects the uncle who is now their guardian had a hand in their father's death, and she knows she must get Grace away from his evil clutches before it's too late.Colton Wallace has been hired to lead a wagon train and doesn't have time to deal with anyone who isn't prepared for the trip. When a young boy shows up with his younger sister in tow, he knows immediately it's a woman standing before him. She says she's the sister of his closest friend, and she needs his help to get to Oregon where her brother will catch up with them. Two young women alone on a wagon train is too tempting to anyone who might take advantage of them, so he agrees to take them only as long as Phoebe continues her charade of being a man. As the miles roll away under the wheels of the wagons, Phoebe realizes the dark-haired man who'd appeared so gruff when they met, now always seems to be there to help when she needs him. They will face many miles together, enduring serious hardships that will test not only their strength, but the love that begins to develop between them along the way.

Some wolves attack when their prey is at its weakest. Some charge fiercely. Others...knock softly.When Greg Slater returned home from college for winter break, his whole world changed. After rescuing his high-school sweetheart, Tina Dibari, and helping sentence his best friend, Rene Dibari, to life in prison, Greg fell in love for the first time. Fifteen years later, life isn't easy, but Greg and Tina are working on their marriage. But an old fear has come back to haunt them...Rene has escaped prison, and he's thirsty for revenge.As shocking truths unfold, Greg and Tina face a ripple in their faith and in their home. Tina starts doubting her faith and seeks comfort in a friend with lustful intentions. Meanwhile, Greg struggles to navigate this new unrest in their relationship.Unfortunately, evil stops for no one, and three very different wolves are after the Slater family.Will Greg and Tina's love be enough to keep them together, and-more importantly-will their faith hold true when the wolves come knocking?

With the stakes higher than ever, what choices will be made by Julia, Barabbas, Melina, and Malchus as the city is rocked to its very core.Jerusalem is again plagued by turmoil as the controversial ministry of Jesus Christ reaches a crowning crescendo. Even after the preaching of John the Baptist is tragically cut short, the teachings of Jesus shake the entire province, forcing many to take sides.Some even against their own family.Julia leans on God as her reckless husband, Barabbas, becomes more entrenched with the violent Zealots and their dangerous cause. After making a surprising discover, she must trust her Savior unlike ever before.Meanwhile, caught in the palace of a twisted ruler, Melina's faith is tested by the schemes of a wicked woman. Witnessing appalling events that will forever change the course of history, she also wrestles with her feelings for Malchus - the handsome young man so hesitant to pledge his allegiance to the Messiah.Trapped within an intricate web of political and religious intrigue, Julia, Barabbas, Melina, and Malchus must face the same fateful, possibly fatal, question: Will they forsake all to follow Jesus Christ?

"When U.S. Marshal Matt Bannister learned that he hanged two innocent Chinese brothers for the crimes committed by Wu-Pen Tseng, leader of Chinatown, guilt assailed him. But when Wu-Pen was quickly arrested, Matt felt like justice would finally be served. That was until Wu-Pen escaped from jail. Just as the Chinatown gang leader is about to flee town, he comes up with a devious plan to stay and rule his kingdom. Matt refuses to let Wu-Pen win. But when he goes after the evil Chinatown mastermind, the unthinkable happens. For the first time in Matt's life, he is helpless to save himself. Will he trust God to keep him and his true love safe? Or will he let fear take over?" --Amazon.com.

"When Danny and his new wife barely make it home in time to bunker down, who will survive the raging storm? While on his honeymoon, Danny can't ge rid of the niggling feeling in this back of his mind. Not wanting to worry his new wife while in Hawaii, he calls home and sets work in motion to help calm his soul. As the newlywed return home, they find the storm has left many of their neighbors stranded. With a heart to serve, Danny sets about helping anyone he can. And who will help Danny when he needs it most? Join the Framers as they set out to do God's calling and grow their ranch while working on their new marriage, and family life. With a cast of strong characters, Reg Quist delivers another contemporary Christian western romance with a few surprises along the way."--back cover.

A WITTY MYSTERY FULL OF SUSPENSE AND ACTION.Thanks to a children's writer with a gambling addiction, editors Carolyn Neville and Stephen Ames are caught up in a cross-country flight while evading an organized crime family.Carolyn and Stephen are playing miniature golf with a children's author when an innocent bystander suddenly dies - he has been mistaken for the writer. They scramble to stay one step ahead of the killer on a road trip, all while trying to dodge the crime family's enforcers.Carolyn has her hands full this time, with trying to survive, protect her colleagues, and take down a seemingly bulletproof crime lord's daughter.For fans of Horace Rumpole, Monk and Stephanie Plum, the Carolyn Neville Mysteries are full of witty humor and suspense.

Sometimes the quietest moments are the loudest in your heart.Broken dreams, broken hearts, and even broken bones-God can fix it. A heartwarming Christmas story of faith, community, and finding true love.Now that Carli and Lank got past the roadblocks trying to keep them from marrying, a whole host of other issues pop up for the newlyweds.Carli is dead set on bringing back the Christmas traditions her grandparents set for the entire town of Dixon. But with her time being torn between various commitments, Lank isn't sure she can pull it all off.New resident Mandy Milam wants to move on past the heartache and poverty of her past, and provide a safe home for her unborn son. After everything she's gone through, she doesn't want another man to rule her life. However, she can't help but wonder what it would be like to have someone to share the joy of a new baby, and the Christmas season, with.Come on down to Dixon and enjoy a good old fashioned country Christmas with Carlie, Lank, Mandy, and the whole gang! Merry Christmas, everyone!

A SWEET, MAIL-ORDER BRIDE WESTERN ROMANCE NOVEL.Can he prove she's worthy of the love he has to give?Lydia is ready for her fresh start as the teacher in the growing cowtown of Abilene, KS. Her brother isn't happy about her living in town on her own, so only agrees if his friend-the local sheriff-is willing to keep an eye on her.Lewis Kinkaide has left a life behind, following his dreams of working as a lawman in the wildest town in the west. He agrees to keep his eye on Lydia, knowing it's no hardship since he's already had his eye on her for a long time.Can Lewis prove to her that her disability, which she believes leaves her with nothing to offer a man, is in her eyes only? And, what will happen when secrets from his past come forward, threatening to ruin the hope and trust they've started to build?With this complete trilogy, you decide if Love's a Gamble, or a safe bet!

A SWEET, MAIL-ORDER BRIDE WESTERN ROMANCE NOVEL.She needs to escape the brutality of the life she's living, and he needs a wife to win a fortune...Patience has been raised by family who treat her as little more than a servant. After years of pain and abuse, she knows it's time to get her and her younger brother to safety before it's too late. She answers an ad looking for a mail-order bride, knowing that whatever the future holds with a complete stranger, it could never be worse than what it is now.An eccentric man has left his beloved Last Chance Ranch to the first man who can find a woman to marry him. Problem is, it has to be a woman they've never met, and they have to get her to agree to come to the desolate ranch full of surprises, in the middle of nowhere, and stay for at least six months.The race is on to win the fortune.Harrison is determined to send the woman away after the term is up, paying her dearly for her time. He's lived in the shadow of his family name long enough and wants to create his own mark in the world. He does not have time for anything else.But, when Patience shows up, his plans change as he realizes there might be more to life than earning a fortune. And, maybe the fortune he has in front of him is already worth more than he could have dreamed.

A SWEET, MAIL-ORDER BRIDE WESTERN ROMANCE NOVEL. Is Love Worth the Gamble?Fiona is tired of the London society, where status and looks are the most important traits a man is looking for in a woman. Wanting a chance at a new life, away from the pitying stares and loneliness of her life in England, she answers an ad as a mail-order bride in America.Brooks is a gambling man, who wants revenge against his father's killer. His plans are complicated when Fiona lands in his lap after a winning hand.He does not have time to be looking after a woman, especially one who should have known better than to come to a strange country on her own. But, somehow, she has become his problem.Will the final wager cost him his heart?

"Will this Wild Cow wedding survive the pressure of one parent's unexpected appearance, a lawsuit that threatens to turn Carli's world upside down, and an ever-growing list of wedding plans? Carli Jameson and Lank Torres' relationship is exactly where they want it-engaged and ready for "I do". But the town of Dixon seems to be more excited for them to tie the knot than the bride and groom themselves. Carli wants a simple ceremony so that they can get on with the business of cattle ranching, and Lank is still dealing with the hole his mother's lost battle with cancer left in its wake. Thankfully, Lola Wallace is more than willing to step up to the plate and plan their special day. But as Lola begins organizing local work forces, she senses that Carli is not as enthusiastic as a bride-to-be ought to be. As the stress of a wedding, meeting her birth father for the first time, and an unexpected lawsuit that questions her rightful ownership of Wild Cow Ranch become too much, Carli's panic attacks make a frightful reappearance. Can Carli remember to give all her worries to God? Are her and Lank as compatible as they once thought? Will the Wild Cow Ranch-a ranch that once meant so little to Carli, but is now her whole heart-be ripped away forever? Wild Cow Wedding explores the secret desires of the heart and questions whether or not love can prevail in the end"--

A SPECTACULAR MIX OF HUMOR AND MYSTERY, FULL OF EVENTS YOU WON'T SEE COMING. Carolyn Neville and her colleague, Stephen Ames, are sleuthing editors who can't seem to side-step trouble. When Pendleton House lawyer Gina Casebeer is accused of murdering a man close to Carolyn's heart, the case seems open-and-shut. And even though Carolyn feels obligated to find the killer-and find him or her fast-she can't shake her gut feeling that Gina isn't the real culprit. As Carolyn and Stephen's suspect list grows longer by the day, Carolyn's need for justice grows greater than ever before. But life doesn't stop one murder at a time. Before she knows it, Carolyn's clueless boss is asking her to fend off a lawsuit by an author's psychotic husband, and a prison riot and a prickly police detective are the only things standing in their way.Tackling one insurmountable hurdle after another, Carolyn and Stephen are working at breakneck speeds. But will they be able to uncover two unlikely suspects before they pose the greatest danger to them all? For fans of Horace Rumpole, Monk and Stephanie Plum, the Carolyn Neville Mysteries are full of witty humor and suspense.

When betrayal is so deep, even escape will make it next to impossible to trust againWhen Courtney Bledsoe starts a new life in sunny Destin, Florida, she vows there's no way she's going to repeat the mistakes she made in Indiana with Drew, her unfaithful, controlling physician boyfriend. And when her new boss turns out to be resentful of her hiring at his clinic for patients with diabetes, she's confident she can stick to her promise.Greg McClure can't believe his dad hired a psychologist. The budget is a long and deep blood red, and he doesn't believe she's savvy enough to follow his lead on how to counsel their patients. Sure, she's credentialed in diabetes care, but he's the one with the MD after his name.Mutual respect grows in fits and starts, with Courtney beginning to understand some of Greg's motivations. The more they work together, the more Greg wants to get to know Courtney, outside of work. But when Courtney's meddling 80-year-old neighbor gives her bad advice, things get sticky. And just when they begin to gel at work, as well as outside of work, her ex shows up with his new wife for their babymoon in Florida. So not a coincidence!Will Courtney be able to get past her issues with Drew in time to see what the Lord has brought in her life? Or will Greg decide to move on before Courtney can process her pain?Move to Destin, Florida for the next book in the Indiana Romance Series today!And catch up with what Courtney's Indiana friends and sister are up to now, as well!

A compelling Christian romance reverberating with the power of God's mercy and faithfulness.Jerusalem is in turmoil as the ministry of a mysterious traveling Rabbi explodes in Galilee and Judea. Intrigued, Julia and Melina seek to discover the truth behind this controversial character who has single-handedly turned the world upside down. Is he truly the long-awaited Messiah, whom many claim him to be? Or is he simply another skillful magician entrancing a conquered nation desperate for the slightest glimmer of hope?Together, Julia and Melina wonder if this Jesus could possibly be the answer to their increasingly dire circumstances. Julia - trapped in the disillusionment of a loveless marriage, longs for healing as her husband recklessly pursues the Zealots' cause, while Melina seeks assurance and stability in her newfound faith even as political plots and intrigue swirl about the palace, threatening to snuff out even the slightest glimmers of hope. Meanwhile, Malchus agonizes as the woman he loves further aligns herself with the followers of this controversial teacher, as persecution and strife trail behind this new and disputed Rabbi wherever he goes.Despite desperate circumstances and mounting obstacles, Julia, Barabbas, Melina, and Malchus must make a decision and take their respective stands. Will they accept the call? The call to faith? The call to action? The call to healing? A clarion call.

Read, chuckle, and pray. Draw encouragement and inspiration from a collection of personal and often humorous anecdotes that derived from over 60 years of ministry. Refreshing assurance of wellbeing to those who fear the future and show that there is evidence of God's unfailing love.Written in an easy-to-read style, the author shares memorable experiences and advice that every pastor will find entertaining and encouraging. Ministry Has Its Moments: A James Dyet Collection includes - Ministry Has Its Moments, Moments of Grace, It's a God Thing and Rethinking Popular Beliefs.

A SWEET, CLEAN, MAIL-ORDER BRIDE ROMANCE!Determined not to be a burden on her mother, Beth takes a job working with the local sheriff. Hoping to use her position to help take down the much-hated Barlow men, she doesn't plan on the feelings she will start to have for the man she is working beside.When she is charged with a crime she didn't commit, can the man she has started to care for help her? Or will it be even too much for him to save her?Nate Dixon has his own score to settle with the Barlow's and doesn't need interference from a woman getting in his way. As if one woman working with him wasn't enough to deal with, now he has another woman arriving with the expectation of marriage. Trouble is, she isn't the woman he's in love with.Together, Nate and Beth will have to find a way to get through the pain of the past and learn to trust each other, while they deal with circumstances that seem determined to keep them apart.

A SWEET, CLEAN, MAIL-ORDER BRIDE ROMANCE!Always optimistic Sarah believes in happily ever after, even after her own heartbreak. After overhearing a conversation that will affect her future, she decides to take fate into her own hands and answer an ad for a mail-order bride. However, imagine her shock when she arrives in Wyoming only to discover the very man who broke her heart is standing there, determined to save her from the man she was coming to marry.Jake swore he would never marry after being left at the altar, but as a favor to his cousin, he meets the train carrying a woman he has vowed to put his distance between. To save her from having to follow through with a marriage to the most dangerous man in the state, Jake ends up having to marry her himself.Angry about being forced into a marriage he never wanted, Jake is determined not to make this easy. But, Sarah is also determined, promising to show him that happily ever after isn't just in fairy tales.