<div>"Run and don't stop!"<br><br>Those were her former boyfriend's last words. Before the thugs he associated with murdered him in cold blood. Now they're after Marie Parnell. She flees with her five-year-old daughter&#151;until car trouble strands her in Serenity, Arkansas. The handsome mechanic who promises to get her back on the road is suspicious&#151;and purposely slow. With nowhere to turn and nowhere left to run, Marie tells Seth Whitfield everything. About her past, about finding faith, about how safe she feels with him. He vows to protect her and her child. But Seth isn't exactly who he says he is&#133;.<br><br></div>

Nowhere to Run

<div><B>Valentine’s Day is a time for dangerous stalkers and dashing heroes in this pair of inspiring romantic suspense novellas.</B><br/><br/><I>Dangerous Admirer</I> by Valerie Hansen<br/><br/>Someone’s stalking Rachel Hollister. With suspects at every turn, it’s deputy Jase Morgan’s job to halt the menace shadowing her steps. As the most romantic holiday of the year approaches, can she trust this charming officer with her life . . . and her heart?<br/><br/><I>Dark Obsession</I> by Lynette Eason<br/><br/>Hang-up calls, graffiti, break-ins at her shop right before Valentine’s Day . . . Someone wants to scare Holly Maddox. And it’s working. When her high school sweetheart, detective Eli Brody, comes to the rescue, Holly senses both danger and heartbreak closing in.</div>

My Deadly Valentine

<div><B>An undercover agent in Fitzgerald Bay finds deadly danger and a chance at love in the <I>New York Times</I>–bestselling author’s romantic suspense series.</B><br/><br/>Law enforcement in Fitzgerald Bay is <I>full</I> of Fitzgeralds, from the chief of police to brand-new detective Keira Fitzgerald. While some admire their dedication to service, others suspect the powerful clan of foul play. Are they tampering with a murder investigation to protect one of their own? <br/><br/>Internal affairs detective Nick Delfino is sent undercover to investigate. Yet the deeper he digs, the more Nick comes to admire the Fitzgeralds . . . especially his rookie partner, Keira. When a killer targets Nick, he must maintain his cover, catch his attacker, and protect Keira as danger closes in . . .</div>

The Rookie's Assignment

<div><B>As killers close in on a family, witness protection keeps them safe—and brings a woman close to her estranged husband—in this romantic suspense novel.</B><br/><br/>When her estranged husband Dylan’s inadvertent dealings with a crime ring bring danger to her doorstep, Grace McIntyre has no choice but to follow him into the witness protection program. To safeguard her children, they must all go into hiding as one big happy family. Grace doesn’t know what’s worse, having to pretend she’s in love with the man who betrayed her trust or keeping ahead of the killers.<br/><br/>In hiding, Dylan is all that stands between their safety and certain death. Now more than ever, he wants to be the man Grace once loved. Keeping his family alive is his only hope—to be a hero and a husband.</div>

Family in Hiding

<div><B>When a smalltown girl meets a handsome rodeo star, they find a love as big as the Montana sky in this charming and wholesome Western romance.</B><br/><br/>As the small town of Jasper Gulch, Montana, gears up for its centennial celebrations, Julie Shaw is up to her ears in parade planning. As the mayor’s daughter, she wants her hometown’s big festival to go off without a hitch. Surely that’s why she’s feeling so flustered. It couldn’t have anything to do with visiting rodeo star Ryan Travers . . . <br/><br/>Of course she’d noticed the good-looking cowboy with the sparkle in his eye. But Julie is way too sensible to fall for his obvious appeal. As the town gossips about a century-old mystery, Julie’s thoughts keep drifting back to Ryan. Despite her father’s objections, she may soon find herself roped in . . . by love.</div>

Her Montana Cowboy

<div><B>As a forensic artist and a Texas Ranger team up to catch a killer, their growing connection is threatened by deadly danger in this romantic suspense novel.</B><br/><br/>Giving murder victims a face is forensic artist Paige Bryant’s specialty. She can always put the pieces together. But her work turns dangerous when Texas Ranger Cade Jarvis brings her a special project related to the notorious Lions of Texas. <br/><br/>Identifying the victim could help with the ongoing search for the murderer of Cade’s boss . . . yet it also draws deadly attention to Paige. As Cape protects her through an escalating series of attacks, the two of them draw closer together, learn to open their hearts . . . and struggle to identify the face of danger before it’s too late.</div>

Face of Danger

<div><B>After a fireman saves three young kids, he’ll do anything to keep them and their foster mother safe in this uplifting romantic suspense novel.</B><br/><br/>Fire captain Mitch Andrews can’t forget the three young children he saved from a fire—a suspicious fire that left them orphans. At least he knows that in the care of foster mother Jill Kirkpatrick, the little ones will be loved. He only wishes the sweet, strong widow would let him get closer to her. <br/><br/>But suddenly the kids—and Jill—are in terrible danger. And when one of the children goes missing, Mitch and Jill will risk everything to find her. As their investigation intensifies, Mitch proves his dedication to their makeshift family of five. A family worth keeping together forever.</div>

Nightwatch

<div><B>To prove her brother was framed for murder, an Arkansas woman must keep one step ahead of a killer in this romantic suspense novel of danger and faith.</B><br/><br/>Back home in Serenity, Arkansas, Jamie Lynn Henderson is determined to clear her brother’s name. He was framed for the town sheriff’s hit-and-run death years ago, And Jamie Lynn isn’t leaving until she proves it. But as she encounters dead end after dead end, she discovers someone will go to any lengths—even murder—to bury the evidence. <br/><br/>Her only hope of staying alive long enough to uncover the truth is Shane Colton, the late lawman’s wary son. Shane’s world was shattered by one senseless act that he can’t forgive. But somehow he is drawn to protect the lovely woman trying to free her brother from prison. If they don’t work fast, Jamie Lynn’s single-minded quest might lead them both into the killer’s trap.</div>

Small Town Justice

<div><B>To stay alive, a woman with amnesia must trust a man from her shrouded past in this uplifting novel of romantic suspense.</B><br/><br/>Emma Landers has amnesia. And on top of losing much of her own past, she can’t remember how she got it, why she’s injured . . . or why someone is determined to hurt her. When she lands on the doorstep of former love Travis Wright, she can barely remember their shared history. But she knows she can trust him to protect her. <br/><br/>The handsome farmer was heartbroken when Emma left him for the big city. But there’s no way he can send her away when gunshots start flying. Now Travis must keep Emma safe while helping her piece together her memories—before it’s too late.</div>

A Trace of Memory

<div><B>A note from Delia Blanchard</B><br><br>So many things have been happening here at our family's mansion,I can't go home to Hawaii: I've met my long-lost grandparents; learnedthe woman shot to death in the library was my aunt, <I>not</I> my mother;<I>and</I> been threatened by a blackmailing loan shark! And Shaun Murphyis back in my life&#151;he was hired to repair the damage after theshooting. He's been rather distant with me, but I think, with God's help, I can convince him to help me track down my missing mother&#151;andperhaps give our love another chance, too.</div>

Deadly Payoff

<div>Love wasn't on Trudy Lynn Brown's to-do list, though she certainly needed someone to help her get rid of the vandals threatening her campground. And her best friend's brother fit the bill. Injured in a white-water rafting accident, Cody Keringhoven had come to Serenity, Arkansas, to recuperate and rebuild his broken faith and shattered dreams. Watching over the campground kept him in constant contact with the ever-surprising&mdash;and delightful&mdash;Trudy Lynn, whose sunny nature soothed his battered spirit. Yet the criminals would stop at nothing to drive her off her property&#133;.</div>

Out of the Depths

<div>TO: AL_CRANE@CSSENTINEL.ORG<br><br>FROM: COLLEEN_MONTGOMERY@CSSENTINEL.ORG<br><br>Boss, My reporter's nose smells a story brewing at the Double V Ranch. Word is that rancher Michael Vance has already lost several cows to a mystery ailment. This isn't the first odd thing to happen there, either --Michael's old foreman disappeared out of the blue, and his new one, Hector Delgato, is cagey. He bears watching. Meanwhile, Michael hired newcomer Layla Dixon as the housekeeper/vet while his injured housekeeper recovers, and the bohemian beauty is nothing like meat-and-potatoes Michael. I think romance might be in the air, but there is also something sinister starting up in Colorado Springs....</div>

The Danger Within

<div><B>She yearned for a simple life. But God had other plans&#133; </B><br><br>After surviving an unhappy marriage, Charity Beal avoids men. But compassion gets the better of her when she encounters Thorne Blackwell, a rugged shipping magnate in the midst of crisis. His brother has vanished and hired guns are after his brother's wife and son. To save them, Thorne faces a grueling journey through the wild Oregon Territory. In order to succeed, he needs Charity's help. <br><br>Through roiling rivers and lush mountain passes, Charity's kindness and faith awakens Thorne to a strength he never knew. But before he can heal her wounded heart and win her love, he has to save their party from the sharpshooter stalking their every step.</div>

Wilderness Courtship

<div>As a San Francisco firefighter, Michael Mahoney has never seen anything burn more brightly than the determination in socialite Tess Clark's eyes. Her fiery green gaze and the persuasive curve of her smile convince him to support her involvement in the women's suffrage movement. His unspoken, forbidden love for the privileged young woman drives him to be her only protector as the earth begins to quake and the city catches fire. Now, in the midst of panic, corruption and disaster, Michael's survival is uncertain, yet his faith in God and love for Tess are stronger than ever. Will he have the chance to show Tess that love can't be contained by social binds?<br><br></div>

Rescuing the Heiress

<div><B>Fall in love with this fan-favorite novella of family, romance and dogs from author Valerie Hansen.</B><br><br>Single mom Krista Brody has no problem walking up to a neighbour&#8217;s door while searching for her son&#8217;s runaway puppy, Puddles. But the stranger who opens the door is very familiar&#8230;<br><br>Mark Vanbruger hasn&#8217;t seen Krista in years, but now they&#8217;re living in the same small town. They missed a chance at romance years ago&#8212;could a matchmaking puppy help them find happiness as a family now?<br><br><I>Originally published in 2003.</I></div>

A Puppy's Tale

<div>When Lillie Delaney's life in the big city didn't work out, she headed home to Gumption, Arkansas, longing for the peaceful predictability of the tiny town. Not to mention the proximity of the grandmother who'd raised her. Yet Lillie was in for a shock: her grandfather had taken off with a younger woman and her grandmother-- running around in a pink shower cap-- wasn't handling it very well. So Lillie turned to town pastor James Warner, only to find a very handsome motorcycle-riding rebel in a black leather jacket! But she was beginning to learn that the Lord did indeed work in very mysterious ways...</div>

A Treasure of the Heart

<div><B>Murder at Magnolia College</B><br><br>A young woman's skeleton was found buried on the campus grounds. Contractor Trevor Whittaker couldn't get the cold-case murder out of his mind. Who was the woman? Why was she killed? And did his lovely boss's father, a wealthy, secretive benefactor of the college, have anything to do with it? <br><br>Family and friends warned Alumni Director Stephanie Kessler to stay away from her new employee. They said Trevor was still the same bad boy he'd been ten years ago, but Stephanie wasn't the same mousy girl. So, this time, they both had something to prove.<br><br></div>

Hidden in the Wall

<div><B>A Journey of Hope&#133; </B><br><br>She had made a solemn promise to see her younger sister to safety in California. But the endless journey across the frontier was proving to be a heartbreaking test of courage and endurance for Faith Beal. All she had to sustain her was her steadfast belief in a loving God&#151;and the guiding hand of a stranger who truly seemed heaven-sent. <br><br><B>&#133;and Love </B><br><br>Connell McClain was her selfless guardian as their wagon train slowly made its way West. And as they shared the dangers of the trail&#151;and the closeness of a covered wagon&#151;Faith felt the first tender stirrings of love for this rough-hewn yet caring man. But would the secrets that seemed to haunt him threaten their growing feelings for one another?</div>

Frontier Courtship

<div>Juror Julie Ann Jones simply didn't expect the life on the line to be her own. Courtroom tension is running high during a scandal-packed murder case. As the trial heats up, a series of "accidents" begins targeting the jurors&#151;especially Julie Ann. There are gunshots at her beauty salon. A prowler is spotted at her home. Through it all, fellow juror Smith Burnett gives her the courage to continue. But will she find the courage to give Smith her heart?<br><br></div>

No Alibi

<div>When a tornado strikes a Kansas town without warning, wealthy businessman Greg Garrison rushes an orphaned boy to safety. His heroism&#151;and kindness&#151;stirs something inside single mother and secretary Maya Logan. Especially when her hard-nosed boss helps search for the child's missing dog. Suddenly, Greg is pitching in all over town&#151;including her own destroyed home. Rebuilding efforts will take time. Yet Maya now has hope that there's room in her boss's much bigger heart for love&#133;and family.<br><br></div>

Healing the Boss's Heart

<div>The little town in the Ozarks had always been a safe haven for Chancy Boyd. But now a disturbing series of crimes was moving ever closer to her, threatening everything she held dear. And a man unlike any she'd ever known was unsettling her in other ways....<br><br>Now a deadly tornado--her worst nightmare, ever since a twister had killed her parents--was racing toward the town. With the help of storm chaser Nate Collins, she'd have to face her deepest fears, both the storm gathering outside, and the storm this man unleashed in her heart.</div>

Shadow of Turning

<div>Emmeline Carter was prepared for danger on the new frontier. But she didn't foresee the tornado that tore their wagon train apart. Now her father is dead, her mother and sister are injured and their twin wards are missing. There's nowhere to turn but the fledgling Kansas settlement of High Plains. Town founder Will Logan steps in to search for the twins and house the Carters&hellip;for now. He's not cut out for family life long-term. But Emmeline's got her own ideas, and when this high plains bride chooses her groom, nothing will get in her way!<br><br></div>

High Plains Bride

<div>He found his calling ministering to the downtrodden in San Francisco. But in Sara Beth Reese, Dr. Cole Hayward finds something more. The beautiful young woman's spirit and kindness warm Cole's heart, but it's her fearless determination that drives him to action. Sara Beth has vowed to clear the name of her murdered father, and she'll face any obstacle to achieve her goal. Orphaned, alone in the world&mdash;except for the three younger brothers in her care&mdash;she needs Cole's protection, whether she'll admit it or not. As danger escalates, Cole will risk everything for the right to make this newfound family his to love and protect for a lifetime.<br><br></div>

The Doctor's Newfound Family

<div>Despite their differences, Tyler Corbett assumed Kara Shepherd was a fine woman...for somebody else. He had no intention of falling for her, despite a vast local conspiracy. But how could the strapping cowboy avoid Kara when she popped up everywhere he went&#151;even in church?<br><br>Widowed Kara figured there was only one way to get her family&#151;and Tyler's&#151;to stop matchmaking. They'd simply pretend to fall in love, then break up. Step One of the charade was surprisingly easy. But when a few fake kisses unexpectedly led to the real thing, Step Two was in serious jeopardy!</div>

The Perfect Couple

<div><B>THE PREACHER’S DAUGHTER&#133;</B><br><br>Paul Randall wasn’t right for Belinda Carnes when they were teens. He’d skipped town when he realized that like everyone else, she blamed him for something he hadn’t done.<br><br>After ten years, Paul, now a successful lawyer, was back&#151;for business only. But one glance at Belinda and gone was his plan to have nothing to do with her: She was so beautiful he couldn’t think straight.<br><br>Yet Belinda’s life didn’t have room for a long-lost love&#151;especially one she had never really trusted. And Paul knew it would take God’s love for him to prove his innocence. And show that her rightful place was by his side.</div>

Second Chances

<div>DEADLY HOMECOMING <br><br>Someone wants Maggie Morgan dead and her wildlife sanctuary destroyed. Someone connected to the generations-old family feud that's been revived now that her first love, Flint Crawford, has returned to town. And not only is her life in jeopardy, but Flint has discovered the secret she's kept since he left&#151;their five-year-old son. Assailed by memories of their forbidden love and bowled over by the sight of the son he never knew, Flint has a job to do as the new game warden. But now the stakes are raised. Not only must he protect the woman he once loved, but he also has to save his son&#133;or die trying.</div>

Dangerous Legacy

<div>As a nurse and special advocate for children, Samantha Rochard is used to danger in small-town Serenity, Arkansas. But when she suspects a little boy is in jeopardy from his powerful father, the danger turns on <I>her.</I> Her only source of protection? The handsome police officer who broke her heart five years ago. Yet after John Waltham comes to her rescue in more ways than one, Samantha must trust in him&#151;and the Lord&#151;to watch over her&#133;and save one sweet little boy.<br><br></div>

Threat of Darkness

<div><B>A scared widow and her defenseless son have former marine on red alert in this inspirational romantic suspense novel. </B><br/><br/>Someone is systematically wrecking Lindy Southerland’s life. First her house. Then her bank account. And unless the thug gets what he wants, her child will be targeted next. The woman jumps at every shadow, but refuses to go to the police. Why? <br/><br/>With marine veteran Thad Pearson’s every protective instinct in overdrive, he guards Lindy and her son as if they’re his own family. But keeping his scarred heart safe proves his toughest assignment yet. And leads him straight into a mastermind’s deadly trap.</div>

Standing Guard

<div><B><I>Enjoy two action-packed page-turners featuring K-9 crime-stoppers solving thrilling mysteries that will keep you on the edge of your seat!</I></B><br><br><B>Capitol K-9 Unit: These lawmen solve the toughest cases with the help of their brave canine partners</B><B><I></I></B><br><br>Detecting Danger<B></B><br><br>When K-9 cop Isaac Black is injured in a bomb blast at the Washington Monument, he&#8217;s determined to find the culprit, even if it means investigating his beautiful ER nurse. Daniella Dunne is in a witness protection program, but it&#8217;s apparent her identity has been compromised. And now the killer she sent to prison&#8212;her own father&#8212;is out and vows revenge&#8230;<br><br>Proof of Innocence<B></B><br><br>Erin Eagleton has been on the run since her ex-boyfriend was killed. The police consider her a prime suspect, but she&#8217;s determined to prove her innocence and bring down the real criminal. Her high school sweetheart, capitol K-9 officer Chase Zachary, had never given up searching for her. Now that he&#8217;s found her, he&#8217;ll stop at nothing to reveal the truth&#8212;and protect the woman he loves.</div>

Keeping Guard

<div><B><I>Enjoy two action-packed page-turners featuring K-9 crime-stoppers solving thrilling mysteries that will keep you on the edge of your seat!</I></B><br><br><B>These lawmen solve the toughest cases with the help of their brave canine partners.</B><br><br>Secrets and Lies<B></B><br><br>Attacked in her classroom, widowed teacher Ariel Martin&#8217;s only thought is for her unborn child. When her student&#8217;s brother, rookie K-9 officer Tristan McKeller, saves her life, she can&#8217;t thank him enough. She knows Tristan won&#8217;t rest until she&#8217;s safe, but she doesn&#8217;t want him digging into her dangerous past. After all, the only person who would want to hurt her is dead&#8230;or is he?<br><br>Search and Rescue<B></B><br><br>Chief of police Ryder Hayes is ready to defend the citizens of Desert Valley&#8212;especially his five-year-old daughter, Lily&#8212;from his wife&#8217;s murderer. So when Ryder grows closer to K-9 trainer Sophie Williams, he pushes her away to protect her. He can&#8217;t let Sophie become the next target of a serial killer. But Sophie has secrets of her own, and Ryder&#8217;s caution isn&#8217;t enough to shield her&#8212;from deadly peril or her feelings.</div>

Dangerous Secrets

<div><B><I>Enjoy two action-packed page-turners featuring K-9 crime-stoppers solving thrilling mysteries that will keep you on the edge of your seat!</I></B><br><br><B>Two thrilling stories from the Military K-9 Unit series</B><B><I></I></B><br><br>Mission to Protect by Terri Ree<br><br>When the Red Rose Killer leaves his calling card for Staff Sergeant Felicity Monroe, she knows exactly what that means&#8212;she&#8217;s on his revenge list. Her boss, Master Sergeant Westley James, and K-9 German shepherd Dakota become her guardians, but they&#8217;ll have to act fast to escape the man who wants her dead.<br><br>Bound by Duty by Valerie Hansen<br><br>Her serial killer brother&#8217;s escaped&#8212;and it&#8217;s single mom Zoe Sullivan who&#8217;s under suspicion! Sergeant Linc Colson trusts two things: his instincts and his rottweiler K-9 partner, Star&#8212;and certainly not the pretty woman he&#8217;s assigned to monitor. He&#8217;s done everything to keep her from getting under his skin&#8212;now he must stop those who want to put her six feet under.<br><br><I>USA TODAY</I> Bestselling Author Valerie Hansen</div>

Hearts of Courage

<div><B>Two thrilling stories from the True Blue K-9 Unit series.</B><B><I><br><br></I></B>Seeking the Truth by Terri Reed<br><br>By secretly investigating the New York City K-9 Command Unit chief&#8217;s murder, reporter Rachelle Clark puts a bull&#8217;s-eye on her back. Single dad and K-9 unit officer Carter Jameson thought Rachelle was reporting on police-field-dog trials&#8212;not his brother&#8217;s death. Though he&#8217;s not happy about her true purpose, the danger is real&#8230;and he and his trusty German shepherd must save her.<br><br><B><I>Trail of Danger</I></B><B><I></I></B><B>by Valerie Hansen<br><br></B>Injured by an attack she can&#8217;t remember, Abigail Jones knows someone&#8217;s after her, but she doesn&#8217;t know why or who. Now the man who rescued her, Officer Reed Branson, and his K-9 partner will shield her while she regains her memory. But unraveling the mystery surrounding Abigail leads to more questions than answers&#8230;and to a ruthless enemy who&#8217;s determined to take their lives.<br><br>USA TODAY Bestselling Author Valerie Hansen</div>

Fatal Pursuit

<div><I>Suspenseful stories of love and faith by Valerie Hansen</I><br><br><I>Her Brother&#39;s Keeper</I><br><br>Was church secretary Becky Tate kidnapped as an infant? It&#39;s up to private investigator Logan Malloy to uncover the truth about her mysterious past&#151;and keep her safe from harm. Without sweet Becky learning about <I>his</I> true identity&#133;yet.<br><br><I>Out of the Depths</I><br><br>Cody Keringhoven has come to Serenity, Arkansas, to heal from an accident that ended in tragedy. But when lovely Trudy Lynn Brown asks him to keep watch at her campground for a saboteur, he agrees to help, never expecting to put his life&#151;and heart&#151;at risk.<br><br></div>

Her Brother's Keeper & Out of the Depths

<div>Season Of Cheer <br><br>For the first time in years, Christmas brings hope to Bygones, Kansas. But for Josh Barton, Main Street's coffee shop owner, it brings back sad memories he'd rather forget. He's a new man, with a new life and faith now. Still, he hides a huge part of himself from his neighbors&#151;and from one very inquisitive reporter. Whitney Leigh seems determined to uncover the mystery of the town's recent windfall, and Josh could help her. But that would mean opening up his guarded heart. Can a man who thought family and Christmas were only for others find a forever home where he least expects? <br><br>The Heart of Main Street: They're rebuilding the town one step&#151;and heart&#151;at a time.</div>

Cozy Christmas

<div> The tiny town of Jasper Gulch, Montana, is celebrating their hundredth anniversary, and you&#39;re invited! Get lost in Big Sky Centennial, a land of ranches and romances and memorable characters you can&#39;t help but root for. In this short prequel from Valerie Hansen, a small-town beautician with a big heart reunites with the high school beau she could never forget&hellip;.<BR /><BR /> Word travels fast in a small town, and it spreads like wildfire that Tony Valdez is back in Jasper Gulch. The former bad boy is now a respected veterinarian, but he&#39;s still got that sparkle in his eye. And that&#39;s what has Annette Lakey worried. She vows to avoid the man who once stole her heart&mdash;until a stray dog and her impending puppies bring Annette and Tony face-to-face. Seeing him again makes her feel all warm and fuzzy&hellip;and afraid she might fall all over again!<BR /><BR /> And don&#39;t miss the first book of the Big Sky Centennial miniseries, <I>Her Montana Cowboy</I> by Valerie Hansen.<BR /><BR /> Big Sky Centennial:A small town rich in history&hellip;and love. </div>

Montana Reunion

<div>Writer Brianna Walker had moved to the Arkansas hills for a little peace and quiet. But the stormy night a handsome man, two bedraggled boys and a scruffy dog washed up in her front yard, Bree’s peaceful and quiet life became a thing of the past. <br><br>Homeless after their cabin floated away in the rain, single dad Mitch Fowler and his two young sons had no choice but to seek shelter at their closest neighbor’s home. And it didn’t take the boys long to find their way into Bree’s warm and caring heart. But could Mitch ever convince Bree to take a chance on a ready-made family and make that fateful storm the answer to everyone’s prayers?</div>

Blessings of the Heart

<div><B><I>USA Today</I>–Bestselling Author: In a small-town school in the Ozarks, can a little girl in need bring two coworkers together?</B><br/><br/><I>A Maggie Award Finalist</I><br/><br/>Though the local gossips had them pegged as an item, teacher Rachel Woodward was merely helping Sean Bates, the new guidance counselor, learn small-town ways. But his looks and charm were almost irresistible. It was a good thing Rachel no longer fell prey to romantic insanity . . . <br/><br/>Yet she couldn’t ignore Sean, or how wonderfully he cared for the sweet, rambunctious five-year-old who’d landed in their school—and both their hearts. Little Samantha needed a father, and Sean would be the perfect man for the job. But she needed a mother, too—and suddenly Rachel wondered if God had a family in store for her after all . . .</div>

Samantha's Gift

<div><B>NEIGHBORLY LOVE</B><br><br>Single dad Zac Frazier arrived in the close-knit town of Serenity expecting little more than a fresh start. But he never counted on having his wounded heart rejuvenated by his son’s bubbly preschool teacher, who lived a few houses away and had an extraordinary gift for understanding small children. In record time, pretty and petite Tina Braddock brought laughter back into his lonely little boy’s life&#151;and encouraged the disillusioned widower to rejoice again in God’s love&#133;.<br><br>Why, if romance-resistant Zac didn’t know better, he’d allow himself to fall head over heels for his green-eyed neighbor! But beneath the sunny surface that Tina presented to the world, he sensed uneasiness, foreboding, even fear. What was she afraid of? And would loving one another be enough to make <I>all</I> their dreams come true?</div>

Love One Another

<div><B>HE GAVE HER SHELTER&#133;</B><br><br>With a heart full of hope, Sara Stone took refuge in the serenity of the Ozarks. But she never counted on getting stranded in the middle of a raging storm. Like a godsend, brooding ex-cop Adam Callahan gallantly offered her shelter in his mountainside cabin. And although she knew that her trusting nature had gotten her into trouble before, a smitten Sara vowed to bring joy back into Adam's lonely life.<br><br><B>SHE GAVE HIM HER HEART</B><br><br>Adam had cut himself off from faith and love a long time ago&#151;with good reason. But despite his self-imposed isolation, his adorable houseguest touched his world-weary soul. He'd <I>thought</I> his chance for peace and happiness was gone, but now he wondered what the future would hold if he conquered the shadows of the past&#151;and married the woman of his dreams&#133;.</div>

The Wedding Arbor

<div><B>The pint-sized orphan had big, big plans...<br><br>She longed for Graydon Payne to be her daddy, and Stacy Lucas to be her mommy. And there was only one way to bring them together: by running away....<br><br>Stacy would do anything to find the lost child&#151;even face the man she never wanted to see again. She had managed to avoid Gray all these years. Now it was time to put their differences aside and join forces on a heart-wrenching mission.<br><br>Since Gray had last seen Stacy, he had discovered something more powerful than his wealthy family. But it would take more than steadfast faith to locate the missing cherub in the vast Ozark wilderness&#151;and to convince Stacy to give him another chance. It might even take a miracle....</div>

The Troublesome Angel

<div>Hi, Mom!<br><br>Camp is going well. (I feel like a child writing home instead of the animal therapist assigned to work here with the troubled kids!) Since James Harris has seen the success of the program, the skeptical camp director is much more charming—we’ve been having some late night talks…and a surprising good-night kiss! He didn’t even complain when I brought Roxy along—you remember how my sister didn’t want to join me. And there was a scare—Roxy and another teen disappeared—but James and I found them.<br><br>You know, Mom, I think James needs some healing of his own—his soul seems…wounded. I think my strong faith might even help him regain his…if he’ll let me.<br><br>Love,<br>Megan</div>

Everlasting Love

<div><I>The Davis Landing Observer</I> Page 5<br><br>The Gossip Guru<br><br>&#133;hears tough tycoon Tim Hamilton&mdash;the <I>legitimate</I> son currently running Hamilton Media for his ailing father&mdash;was seen squiring his assistant, Dawn Leroux, around town last week. Inside information is that Tim wrecked Dawn's car and offered to lend her a replacement, but her concern was with the people on her meal-delivery route. Only time will tell if the lovely Ms. Leroux's sweet nature can tame Tim's all-business beast and turn him into a human being.</div>

The Hamilton Heir

<div><I><B>Runaway Wedding</I></B><I><B> </I></B><br><br>On the run from false murder charges, Annabelle Lang can only count on one man, Cherokee diplomat Charles McDonald. The handsome ambassador has already helped her escape Washington City. Now he's proposing marriage to protect her honor. Though she's losing her heart to Charles, Annabelle's certain his offer comes from duty, not love. <br><br>Charles's feelings for the flaxen-haired beauty go beyond mere companionship, but he's doubtful a lady like Annabelle would ever consider him under normal circumstances. And with his family expecting him to wed a Cherokee bride, he wouldn't have asked. If it's more than convenience that binds Charles and Annabelle, there's only one way to find out&#151;he'll have to court his own wife!</div>

Her Cherokee Groom

<div><B>How civilization became global: “Full of fascinating details . . . This astonishingly comprehensive account casts world history in a brilliant new light.” —<I>Publishers Weekly</I> (starred review)</B><br/><br/>This extraordinary history shows how bold explorations and daring trade missions first connected all of the world’s societies at the end of the first millennium.<br/><br/>People often believe that the years immediately prior to AD 1000 were, with just a few exceptions, lacking in any major cultural developments or geopolitical encounters, that the Europeans hadn’t yet reached North America, and that the farthest feat of sea travel was the Vikings’ invasion of Britain. But how, then, to explain the presence of blond-haired people in Maya temple murals at Chichén Itzá, Mexico? Could it be possible that the Vikings had found their way to the Americas during the height of the Maya empire?<br/><br/>Valerie Hansen, an award-winning historian and celebrated Yale professor, argues that the year 1000 was the world’s first point of major cultural exchange and exploration. Drawing on nearly thirty years of research, she presents a compelling account of first encounters between disparate societies, which sparked conflict and collaboration eerily reminiscent of our contemporary moment. It will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about how the modern world came to be.<br/><br/>“Fascinating . . . [a] highly impressive, deeply researched, lively and imaginative work.” —The New York Times Book Review (Editors’ Choice)<br/><br/>A smart, broad-ranging survey of the global Middle Ages that is learned, thought-provoking—and perfectly tuned to our times.” —<I>London Sunday Times</I><br/><br/>“[A] meticulous portrayal of the explorers, traders, and rulers who built a complex network which linked a disparate world . . . deeply engrossing.” —<I>Booklist</I><br/><br/>“A rich and fascinating story of the many ways that far-flung societies a millennium ago forged connections. . . . A masterly work of scholarship.” —Liaquat Ahamed, author of <I>Lords of Finance</I><br/><br/>“A lovely book that puts together the pieces of the global jigsaw puzzle of a millennium ago.” —Peter Frankopan, author of The Silk Roads: A New History of the World</div>

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