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Abigail Jones intends to spend just one summer in middle-of-nowhere Montana with her Aunt Lucy. Time away from her job is just what Abigail needs to reassess her life. The slow pace has her breathing deeply for the first time in years. And the majestic scenery encourages her to get reacquainted with herself...and God. What she didn't count on was the handsome widowed cowboy who owns the ranch where her aunt lives. When the rancher loses his daughter's nanny, Abigail decides to lend a hand for the summer.

Fall in love with this "clean romance joined with western flair and a hint of mystery" (Booklist) from the bestselling author of Bookshop by the Sea. A great low spice romance for readers looking for the wide-open country of Elsie Silver but without the spice! Abigail is just in Moose Creek...

In a post-apocalyptic future, a girl and a monk, both with extraordinary mental powers, have compelling reasons not to fall in love. But their choices will have consequences for the rest of the world.

Ruth “Dok” Stoltzfus is the kind of doctor who still believes in house calls, addressing not just her patients’ physical needs but their emotional ones too. When newly widowed Bee faces a breast cancer diagnosis, Dok connects her with Fern Lapp for support. When her painfully shy assistant Annie finds herself drawn to a new calling, Dok goes to great lengths to help her achieve her dream. And when an abandoned newborn mysteriously appears at her office one frosty morning, Dok’s world takes an unexpected turn as ripples of change touch several lives.

His recent appointment as Regius Professor of Greek has Jules Knowlton enjoying a life of leisure, one that begins with a writing retreat to stimulate his mind - but ends with the unanticipated arousal of his heart. The problem? His newfound ladylove is arranged to marry someone else. Leila Owen is a loyal and devoted daughter, one who would do anything for her family - anything except marry the suitor they've chosen for her. Using her poetic cunning, she schemes ways to convince her parents the man of her choice is a better match. The problem? The suitor is nothing, if not perfect.

Eighteen-year-old Grace Knutson loves Blessing, North Dakota, and sees no reason to leave. She's more serious-minded than her twin sister, Sophie, and very sensitive to the feelings of others. In spite of her family's disapproval, Grace has always had a soft spot in her heart for Toby Valders, for she's seen the vulnerable side he keeps well hidden. Jonathan Gould, the handsome scion of a wealthy New York family, creates a flurry of anticipation and speculation when he arrives in Blessing.

Grace used to try to save people, but that was before she realized how powerless she is. Now she avoids emotional ties, working from her secluded cabin, content with her aloneness. When eight-year-old Lily starts hanging around, Grace enjoys her company but carefully keeps her distance—until she discovers the girl is being exploited. Little though she wants to, she must get involved, even if it means risking her own safety to secure Lily’s.

Life as an ER doctor is intense. A shift can turn from mundane to insane in a matter of moments depending on what walks in, or crawls in, the door. Dr. Cameron Turner was no stranger to death. It happened all the time in the ER, but usually not to the doctor. When an irate patient loses control, Cameron crumbles to the ground with a mortal wound. While the team races to save their colleague from certain death, Cameron opens his eyes and finds himself face-to-face with God. He is offered something he has sought his entire life.

Still new to Biders Clump, Grady Gatlin is working hard to be the best teacher he can for any student who is willing to learn. His gentle, quiet nature makes him popular among the children and parents but a busy schedule and a pile of marking cannot truly fill his heart. Rebecca Carol is more than surprised to find herself the caretaker of the Biders Clump Boarding House, but is grateful for a chance to get away from the shame of failure and the constant reminder that she was too weak to be a useful vessel for God.

Theo, an elder Christian, mentors two younger believers, guiding them through various foundational concepts of the Christian faith. He covers theological topics such as the nature of God, the meaning behind Jesus' parables, and the storytelling structure of the Bible. Emphasis is placed on personal faith growth, understanding the biblical context, and applying these teachings to modern life. The dialogue encompasses a range of subjects including the Trinity, the significance of baptism, interpreting Jesus' teachings, and crafting parables.

Lucas Clyborne has had his eye on Sweet Water's librarian, Ryland Solomon, for almost a year. He's even started going to the library and checking out books. Who knew Extreme Ironing was a thing? So, maybe he had a little trouble concentrating on looking for suitable books since his attention seemed to get fixed on the cute librarian who didn't seem to know he was alive. Ryland didn't know why Lucas all the sudden had a fascination with obscure books like The Iliad and Favorite Ties of Latin American Presidents, but she is sure he's up to no good.

In the early 1920s, the accelerating destruction of the California redwoods is more than nature-loving Marion Baker can bear. After throwing herself headlong into the work of the Save the Redwoods League, she meets the handsome Frank Duncan—only to find out he’s the son of one of the area’s worst timber barons. Though deeply disappointed, she realizes she could have an opportunity to convince him to rescue her favorite grove of trees from his father’s greedy grasp. But as she grows to love Frank, will she be able to persuade him?

Never was there a more charmed debutante than the impeccable Elizabeth St. James. Her sterling reputation makes her a favored guest in the most exclusive homes in New York City. But behind the gilded curtain of turn-of-the-century society, Elizabeth despises being her mother's perfect "specimen" and refuses to forgive the woman for her treacherous family betrayal. Now, with only two months before Elizabeth sets sail for London to marry a British lord, she resolves to live a lifetime of adventure - including kissing a man under the moon and stars.

Maureen O'Shea arrives in Devil Falls, Montana, to marry a man she's never met. When she finds out her intended had died before her arrival she is met with an uncertain future. She decides to spend the last of her funds by bringing culture to the western town in the form of a tea shop. It never occurred to her that the town preferred coffee. Not until the handsome blacksmith, Micah Webster so rudely points it out. Stagecoaches enroute to the town are being robbed and Micah is deputized to help.

After her abusive husband’s death, Misty Stephens returns to her job as a nurse and volunteer at a women’s shelter. She intends to put her life back together and has no intention of ever being vulnerable to a man again. But, when an abuse victim dies in her care, Misty finds herself consoling the girl’s brother...and fighting attraction. Adam Jenkins sees Misty’s heart for the oppressed and implores her to help build Hope House, a women’s shelter, in honor of his sister.

Based on my career as a medic, this is an uplifting story of a young boy who at the age of nine claims to been visited by an angel with the promise of divine protection until he has fulfilled an unnamed task at some point in his life. Over the years, he finds that time after time, something or someone helps him avoid a certain tragedy. His life completely changes one morning in a ditch in the front yard of a church as he is called on to resuscitate a young boy who has stopped breathing.

Ryanne Kelly sueña con una vida amorosa normal. Imposible tenerla con su fastidioso don de videncia feérico que le muestra lo mal que terminará cada intento de romance. Aunque todo puede cambiar cuando aparece un misterioso y atractivo desconocido que no activa sus dones. Titus Doyle, un bradaí inmortal, anhela los viejos tiempos de saquear y navegar por los mares. Ahora, él y su banda de mercenarios navegan en el ciberespacio buscando oro. Pero él tiene una sed aún más difícil de satisfacer: matar faes...

Ben and Angela Jones are in a later stage of their lives and now must believe God for a miracle. Ben and Angela have suffered from previous miscarriages and are now pregnant again but are experiencing medical complications. They are expecting a beautiful baby girl but must overcome obstacles that seek to destroy their hope and faith. Will Ben and Angela keep their faith? Will their baby be born in good health?

Mason Dixon holds the record for the most receiving touchdowns but there's something from his past holding him back. When an injury brings his past to his present, his life careens out of control. Will the new team doctor be able to ground him once again? Clara Bradford never stopped loving Mason, but she also thought she'd never see him again. Now that she's the new doctor on his team, will she finally reveal the truth to him? Or will it continue to tear them apart?

Wer mit dem ewig-alten Weisen das Spielen lernt, der entdeckt die Welt mit neuen Augen. Nicht festhalten wollen, sondern wieder los-lassen ist dabei die wichtige Spielregel.