December 2014 New Releases
Amish Romance:
Murder
Tightly Knit (An Amish Village Mystery) by Vannetta
Chapman -- As fall blankets the Pumpkinvine Trail with colorful
leaves, a local Amish man is found dead on the path. For the federal
investigator called in on the case, everyone is suspect. Even the Amish village
knitting shop, The Cat's Meow, is implicated. Amber Bowman and Hannah Troyer
know who isn't guilty-they know this community down to the last buggy, but can
they find the guilty party before someone else is in danger? (Cozy Mystery from
HarperCollins Christian Publishing [Thomas Nelson & Zondervan])
Contemporary Romance:
Raspberry
Kisses by Cecelia
Dowdy -- Facing eviction, pastor's widow Rhea Morrison must save her
failing bakery. Her recently-injured twin sister, Raven, loans her money on one
condition. Rhea must attend a singles retreat to spy on Martin Lane, Raven's
new love interest. Disgruntled, Rhea attends the retreat and is attracted to
Martin. When he, a former successful bakery owner, formulates a plan to save
her business, will she be forced to choose between her twin sister's love and a
second chance at romance? (Contemporary Romance, Independently Published)
Wayward Hearts
by Susan Anne
Mason -- Hairstylist Maxi North is thriving in one of Manhattan's
classiest salons. But her father's death puts her plans on hold while she
travels home to face her past. There, she is forced to confront unrequited
feelings for her former best friend, Jason Hanley, as well as her deeply buried
guilt over her younger brother's death. When his friend, Maxi North, and her
mother almost perish in a fire, firefighter-in-training Jason Hanley becomes
involved in helping them re-build their farmhouse. Can he and Maxi ever put
aside their differences to find a future together? (Contemporary Romance from White Rose
Publishing [Pelican])
Deep Freeze
Christmas by Marian P.
Merritt -- Louisiana Chef Leona Buquet agrees to cook at a Colorado
mountain lodge during the Christmas holiday, never expecting to be taken by the
friendly and good-looking son of a movie producer. Trouble is, with glamorous
actresses clamoring for his attention, why would he even notice Leona? Cameron
Fleming struggles with a career he hates in order to please his famous father.
Then he meets Leona and determines to get to know her. That is hard to do while
dodging starlets...and the woman he wants is avoiding him. Can love sizzle,
along with the Cajun dishes, in subzero temperatures? (Contemporary Romance from
White Rose Publishing [Pelican])
Historical Romance:
Petticoat
Detective (Undercover Ladies) by Margaret
Brownley -- On the trail of the Gunnysack Bandit, Pinkerton Detective
Jennifer Layne poses as a lady companion named Amy at Miss Lillian's Parlor
House and Boots in Goodman, Kansas. Former Texas Ranger Tom Colton has every
reason to distrust the green-eyed beauty at Miss Lillian's who calls herself
Amy. Determined to clear his brother's name, he's convinced she knows more than
she lets on, and he means to find out what it is. As Amy's investigation
continues, her biggest problem is Tom and his stolen kiss. The closer she gets
to nabbing the outlaw, the harder it is to keep Tom from finding out the awful
truth about his brother. The Gunnysack Bandit she can handle, but it'll take a
whole lot of faith and a little help from Miss Lillian and her girls to snag
the man who stole her heart. (Historical Romance from Barbour Publishing)
Her Honorable
Enemy by Mary
Davis -- For Charles Young, All's fair in love and war. The British
soldier scorns the trappings of society life-including a society wife. So a
posting in the remote San Juan Islands is perfect for him. But when an American
girl crosses enemy lines, she turns his structured world upside down. As smart
as she is fetching, Rachel Thompson's only experience with romance is the books
she devours. But her father is determined that his spirited daughter make a
suitable match. And a British officer could never be suitable. Can this
real-life Romeo and Juliet triumph over the odds...or will their romance
trigger the unthinkable-war? (Historical Romance from Heartsong Presents
[Harlequin])
Love
Unexpected (Beacons of Hope) by Jody Hedlund
-- Stranded at Presque Isle port after her steamboat sank, Emma Chambers can't
find work or even a place to stay. When a widowed lighthouse keeper and his
young son arrive in town, a traveling preacher believes they might be the
answer to each others' problems. After a hasty marriage, Emma is headed back to
the lighthouse with this handsome but quiet stranger. Struggling with her new
tasks of motherhood and domesticity at every turn, Emma also suspects Patrick
may be keeping something hidden from her. In town she hears whispers about
strange circumstances surrounding his previous wife's death, and it seems as
though Emma's answered prayer for a home and family may actually be something
much more dangerous. (Historical Romance from Bethany House [Baker Publishing])
A Most
Inconvenient Marriage by Regina
Jennings -- Having fled a difficult home life, Civil War nurse
Abigail Stuart feels like her only friend in the world is sweet but gravely
wounded patient Jeremiah Calhoun. Left with few options and fearing he won't
survive, Abigail agrees to marry the dying Confederate soldier, then look after
his sickly sister and take ownership of his farm back home. Just when his
sister learns to accept her, the real Jeremiah Calhoun appears, puzzled to find
a confounding woman posing as his wife. Jeremiah is determined to have his
pre-war life back, but his own wounds limit what he can do on his own. Not
fully convinced Abigail isn't duping him, he's forced to let the woman stay and
help him--not admitting to himself she may provide the healing his family
needs. (Historical Romance from Bethany House [Baker Publishing])
Colorado
Dawn by Erica
Vetsch -- Watch as God lights the way of love, despite the resolve of
three Colorado men. A collapsing mine shaft made David Mackenzie blind and
bitter, but Karen Worth will not give up on her unconditional love for him.
Disillusioned by love, Sam Mackenzie reluctantly escorts a jobless and homeless
Eldora Carter plus three orphans cross country. And just when that challenge
seems too overwhelming, an avalanche descends. . . . Pastor Silas Hamilton
falls for Willow Starr, an actress bound for New York City. But he's fairly
sure the love between a pastor and an actress could never survive. . .could it?
(Historical Romance from Barbour Publishing)
Masterpiece
Marriage by Gina
Welborn -- After a flood damages the looms at Zenus Dane's
Philadelphia textile mill and the bank demands loan payment, Zenus turns to his
aunt for help repurposing his textiles. Trouble is . . . his aunt has already
been hired by the lovely yet secretive Englishwoman Mary Varrs. Eager to
acquire his aunt's quilt patterns, Zenus attends the summer Quilting Bee, a
social event his aunt has uniquely designed with the secret purpose of finding
Zenus a wife. However Zenus only has eyes for Mary, but Mary has no such desire
for him. Can he realize that love requires stepping out of his routine? And
will she recognize that following her heart doesn't mean sacrificing her
ambition? (Historical Romance from Abingdon Press)
The
Snowbound Bride by Davalynn
Spencer -- On the run from a heartless uncle, Arabella Taube hides in
Nate Horne's farm wagon just as a harsh winter storm sweeps into Colorado.
Despite Ara's mysterious background, Nate's mother thinks she is the answer to
a prayer and the hope for his future. (Historical Romance from Barbour
Publishing)
Historical Suspense:
Embers of
Courage by Diane and
David Munson -- ICE Special Agent Eva Montanna discovers the world is
ablaze with danger when militants capture her task force teammate, NCIS Special
Agent Raj Pentu, during a CIA operation in Egypt. She risks her life to defeat
tyrants oppressing Christians, and is plunged into a daring rescue mission.
Eva's faith is tested like never before as mysterious ashes, her ancient family
Bible, and fifteenth century religious persecution collide with modern-day
courage under fire. (Historical Suspense, Independently Published)
Romantic Suspense:
One Among
Men by Connie
Almony -- Samantha Hart is looking for purpose, like her missionary
best friend, but is forced to take a job as a resident director of the all-male
party dorm at the major state university where her prodigal past haunts her.
Chris Johnson, a rock guitarist, has come back to school as a music major, and
finds himself in a business relationship with the ruthless supplier of an
on-campus drug ring. He's intrigued by the lady RD, while learning more about
his musical gift and the God who gave it to him. Can he manage his two worlds
without risking Samantha's life? (Romantic Suspense, Independently Published)
Navy SEAL
Noel by Liz
Johnson -- Abducted by a drug cartel, scientist Jessalynn McCoy's
orders are simple-produce a deadly toxin, or be killed. She's desperate for
help...she just never expected it from Will Gumble. The boy who let her down
years ago is now a navy SEAL. She trusts his skills, his experience. Trusting
the man is a different matter. Will's Christmas wish is to heal their damaged
relationship and get them to safety. But time is running out and the stakes
keep rising. Any mistake could mean the difference between facing the holidays
together or apart forever. (Romantic Suspense from Love Inspired [Harlequin])
Women's Fiction:
Love Defined
(Remnants) by Elizabeth
Maddrey -- July (pronounced "Julie") and Gareth have
reached the end of their infertility treatment options. With conflicting
feelings on adoption, they struggle to discover common ground in their
marriage. Meanwhile, July's twin sister, June, and her husband, Toby, are
navigating the uncertainties of adoption and the challenges of new parenthood.
How much stretching can their relationships endure before they snap? (Women's
Fiction from HopeSprings Books)
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