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2023 Goethe Prize Semi-Finalist in Late Historical Fiction"Wagner-Wright's prose is both engaging and descriptive, and her attention to detail and passion for the families' history shines through with every word." - The BookLife Prize"Wagner-Wright breathes life into the world through the vernacular of the time and rich descriptions of the dress, table settings, and social decorum, developing a vivid view of Colonial America." - Chanticleer Book Reviews www.ChantiReviews.com"[A] transportive historical novel of Colonial marriage, shipping, and life." -Booklife"If you love Jane Austin, you will love Sandra Wagner-Wright." - Reader's Favorite"Sandra Wagner-Wright is an excellent storyteller with a natural flair for historical accuracy and powerful character development." -Seattle Book ReviewThree Weddings - Two Rival Families In 1735 Richard Derby, a ship's master in colonial Salem, Massachusetts, married Mary Hodges, a merchant's daughter. The alliance was good business, and Mary Hodges was a willing bride. Richard prospered, retired from the sea, and founded his own merchant house. With one exception, Richard's sons went to sea. Hasket Derby stayed ashore, learning to manage the trading network his father built. George Crowninshield was the youngest of four brothers. Three sailed for Salem merchants. Richard Derby enticed George to sail for him by matching George with his daughter Mary. George knew a good opportunity when he saw it. Mary wanted more than a house and children, but marriage was her only option. "Marry me," George said. "Be my partner." Eliza Crowninshield set her cap for a husband who would bring her wealth and status. She craved a brick house superior to any other dwelling in Salem. She wanted to dress at the height of fashion and entertain lavishly. Hasket Derby needed a wife as ambitious as he was. He expected to lead the Salem business community and required a wife to complement his achievements. Set during a pivotal time in Salem's history, this gripping work of historical fiction explores the depth of human relationships through nuanced characters and vivid historical details. Perfect for fans of early American history and atmospheric fiction, this novel offers an intimate look at life in colonial New England.

Second edition, with updated maps, charts, timelines to visualize The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from its foundation to the present day. Topics covered include the migrations of the Latter-day Saints during the lifetime of Joseph Smith, the settlement of the American West, proselytizing and growth around the world, programs instituted to support members, and the diverse church of the broader Restoration movement. Rich graphics illustrate and describe activities of church members, including genealogical research, establishment of schools, economic development, political affiliation, and temple building.--

Bill Dubrey is a sought-after plastic surgeon for LA's prestigious and wealthy, and an equally sought-after bachelor. On the surface it appears he has it all-money, respect, and fame. Yet behind his aloof exterior lurks a tragic past that prevents him from finding what he really needs. All that changes on the day Kylee Stewart reenters his life. She alone knows Bill's secret agony, and she is determined to help him face his past. During the years they've been apart, Kylee's own life has been far from easy, but unlike Bill, she has turned to God in her need, finding a faith to which she desperately clings. The tentative friendship they begin has Bill rethinking his stark future, yet he keeps his heart in check-afraid to commit, afraid to lose again. During Kylee's darkest moment, when she needs him most, will he be there for her? Best-selling author Rachel Ann Nunes offers This Very Moment, a compelling story of heartbreaking loss, inspiring faith, and a newfound love strong enough to heal all wounds.

Tuttle reveals a startlingly accurate method for assessing personality and behavioral tendencies with a new system called Energy Profiling.

The Great Scandal of British CalcuttaIt's 1883, and newspapers are flying off the shelves in Calcutta, Edinburgh and London. Mary Pigot, lady superintendent of the Scottish Female Mission in Calcutta, has been charged by The Reverend William Hastie with mismanagement and immorality, and she's fighting back!After ten years of hard work growing the mission, raising funds and educating women, Mary's career is now in ruins. With nothing to lose, she takes her case to the Calcutta High Court and sues Hastie for malicious libel. A woman publicly suing a man! It's just the type of scandal that sells lots of newspapers.Based on actual events, Two Coins takes readers into .Justice William Norris' steamy courtroom in the middle of monsoon season. The scandal engulfs the entire missionary community, destroying almost everyone involved. Will Mary prevail?

Biographical historical fiction that takes the reader across India during the last decades of the British Raj. From a girlhood among Hindu shrines to widowhood and Christian conversion, Rama seeks her destiny. Is it only to educate Hindu widows? Or does God have a larger plan in mind? Rama's Labyrinth traces the life of Pandita Ramabai, a social reformer who rose above personal adversity to rescue and educate famine victims. Praise for Rama's Labyrinth: ". . . a thoroughly convincing dramatic take on a strand of Indian history rarely touched on in fiction." -- Steve Donoghue, Historical Novel Society. "Clearly written, subtle in the treatment of intimacies, with excellent sensorial immediacy, Rama's Labyrinth is a weekend's engaging pursuit." Five Stars -- David Lloyd Sutton, San Francisco Book Review.