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When Her Father's Plane Mysteriously Disappeared In The Middle Of An Electrical Storm, Alicia Monroe Became Obsessed With Lightning. Now A News Photographer In Miami, Alicia Covers Local Stories By Day And Chases Storms At Night. In A Flash Of Lightning, She Sees What Appears To Be A Murder, But When She Gets To The Scene, There Is No Body, Only A Military Tag Belonging To Liliana Valdez, A Woman Who Has Been Missing For Two Months. While The Police Use The Tag To Jump-start Their Stalled Investigation, Alicia Sets Off On Her Own To Find The Missing Woman. Her Search Takes Her Into The Heart Of Miami's Cuban-american Community, Where She Meets The Attractive But Brooding Michael Cordero, Who Has His Own Demons To Vanquish. Soon Alicia And Michael Are Not Just Trying To Save Liliana's Life But Also Their Own, As Someone Will Do Anything To Protect A Dark Secret… From #1 Ny Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy Comes The First Book In A New Romantic Suspense Trilogy: Lightning Strikes. In These Connected Novels, Lightning Leads To Love, Danger, And The Unraveling Of Long-buried Secrets That Will Change Not Only The Past But Also The Future… Grab The Complete Lightning Strikes Trilogy: Beautiful Storm (#1) Lightning Lingers (#2) Summer Rain (#3) Don't Miss The Spin-off Series: Off The Grid: Fbi Series Perilous Trust (#1) Reckless Whisper (#2) Desperate Play (#3) Elusive Promise (#4) Dangerous Choice (#5) Praise For Barbara Freethy Novels! Freethy Has A Gift For Creating Complex Characters. Library Journal Barbara Freethy Is A Master Storyteller With A Gift For Spinning Tales About Ordinary People In Extraordinary Situations And Drawing Readers Into Their Lives.” Romance Reviews Today I Love The Callaways! Heartwarming Romance, Intriguing Suspense And Sexy Alpha Heroes. What More Could You Want? Nyt Bestselling Author Bella Andre Freethy’s Skillful Plotting And Gift For Creating Sympathetic Characters Will Ensure That Few Dry Eyes Will Be Left At The End Of The Story.” Publishers Weekly For The Way Back Home I Adore The Callaways, A Family We'd All Love To Have. Each New Book Is A Deft Combination Of Emotion, Suspense And Family Dynamics. A Remarkable, Compelling Series! Barbara O'neal, Author Of How To Bake A Perfect Life. Once I Start Reading A Callaway Novel, I Can't Put It Down. Fast-paced Action, A Poignant Love Story And A Tantalizing Mystery In Every Book! Usa Today Bestselling Author Christie Ridgway A Beautifully Written Story, Fans Of Barbara’s Angel’s Bay Series Will Be Happy To Know The Search Leads Them To Angel’s Bay Where We Get To Check In With Some Old Friends. The Book Momster A Very Touching Story That Shows The Power Of Love And How Much It Can Heal. All Night Books Barbara Manages To Weave A Perfect Romance Filled With Laughter, Love, A Lot Of Heat, And Just The Right Amount Of Suspense. I Highly Recommend So This Is Love To Anyone Looking For A Sexy Romance With Characters You Will Love! Harlequin Junkie For So This Is Love Freethy Skillfully Keeps The Reader On The Hook, And Her Tantalizing And Believable Tale Has It All– Romance, Adventure, And Mystery. Booklist For Summer Secrets Barbara Freethy Brings A Tender Poignancy To Mainstream Romantic Fiction. Romantic Times For Daniel's Gift

As the host of her own television news show, Faith Marin works to expose the truth for her viewers. But in her personal life, she's anchored her world with firm boundaries in order to hide a family history she'd like to forget. Her pro bass fisherman husband Geary's life is an open book, and unfortunately his busybody family doesn't know the meaning of boundaries. Deception and crippling differences soon derail their tender relationship, leading Faith to believe her only option is to end the marriage. But while Faith considers whether divorce is the only answer to their issues, tragedy strikes and her heartrending decision is interrupted. With her life in the balance, Faith finds that the one she has been shutting out may be the very one she cannot bear to lose.Kellie Coates Gilbert takes readers on an emotional roller coaster as she weaves themes of unexpected trial, self-discovery, and forgiveness in this profoundly honest portrait of the tensions that can break a marriage--and the ultimate healing power of love.

At long last, the legendary New York Times bestselling author returns with a heartfelt novel of womanhood, a wild heart, and the healing power of love. Run, run, as fast as you can! When life throws her one setback too many, midwife and young widow Tess Hartsong takes off for Runaway Mountain. In this small town high in the Tennessee mountains, surrounded by nature, she hopes to outrun her heartbreak and find the solace she needs to heal.  But instead of peace and quiet, she encounters an enigmatic artist with a craving for solitude, a fairy-tale sprite with too many secrets, a helpless infant, a passel of curious teens, and a town suspicious of outsiders, especially one as headstrong as Tess. Just as headstrong is Ian North, a difficult, gifted man with a tortured soul—a man who makes Tess question everything.  In running away to this new life, Tess wonders— Has she lost herself . . . or has she found her future? 

"Lee Tobin McClain dazzles with unforgettable characters, fabulous small-town settings and a big dose of heart." —Susan Mallery, New York Times bestselling author Safe harbor and new beginnings await on the Chesapeake Bay… Pleasant Shores cop Evan Stone has worked hard to become a man of his word, overcoming the alcoholism that sent him down the wrong path in his youth. So when his late best friend’s sister asks for his help, he doesn’t hesitate. He promised he’d watch out for Cassie, and the cottage next to his will be a perfect short-term refuge for her and her dog. The other half of that promise—to stay away from Cassie romantically—is harder to keep.  Sheltered for years because of a childhood illness, Cassie is ready to reach for what she wants. And despite her family’s warnings and her own fears, Cassie’s heart wants Evan. As the return of his estranged son puts his sobriety to the test, Cassie and Evan are drawn together, finding strength through what they’ve each weathered. She knows Evan would risk anything to protect her, but are they willing to risk the price of loving, now and forever? The Off Season Book 1: Cottage at the Beach Book 2: Reunion at the Shore Book 3: Christmas on the Coast Book 4: Home to the Harbor Book 5: First Kiss at Christmas Book 6: Forever on the Bay Book 7: Second Chance on the Chesapeake Book 8: Secrets of Summer

BESTSELLING AUTHOR COLLECTION Reader-favorite romances in collectible volumes from our bestselling authors. Ready for Romance by #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber As a teenager, Jessica Kellerman was in love with one of the boys next door, Evan Dryden. Now an adult, Jessica is working for the Dryden brothers at their law firm. Evan finds her past crush amusing, but there's a bigger problem—Jessica has actually fallen for Evan's brother, Damian. No one will let Jessica forget her girlish infatuation, least of all Damian, who's trying to be the ultimate matchmaker and set Jessica and Evan up once and for all. But how can she convince Damian of her true feelings when he’s still trying to push her toward his brother? FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! Child on His Doorstep by New York Times bestselling author Lee Tobin McClain After his little brother is abandoned on his doorstep, Corbin Beck admits he needs help. Thankfully, former hometown party girl Samantha Alcorn is making a fresh start as a live-in nanny. With sparks flying, the unconventional situation has them feeling like family, but Samantha’s secret could change everything… Previously published.

The New York Times bestselling author returns to Mystic Creek, Oregon, with a story about finding an unforgettable love just around the corner. . . .   When a favorite customer on his delivery route needs a favor, Tanner Richards agrees to help without a second thought. The last thing he expects is to face off against the man’s spitfire granddaughter.   Crystal Malloy is near her breaking point. Her beloved grandfather constantly skirts the rules at the retirement center where he’s recovering from surgery. She’s caring for his escape artist dog, even if it means abandoning her salon customers, and she has no time for a romantic attraction to the handsome new stranger.    After Tanner’s reassigned to Mystic Creek, Crystal can no longer ignore how much she misjudged the man’s good intentions. She has known too much sorrow to easily open her heart, but she can’t deny that Tanner and his children could gift her with a happiness beyond compare—if only she can forgive herself for the past and accept that she’s deserving of such a love.

You can map out your future, but sometimes the heart has other plans… Don’t miss this enchanting next installment in USA TODAY bestselling author Alicia Hunter Pace’s Good Southern Women series. Ava Grace Fairchild never expected to find herself on the back of a hockey player’s motorcycle. Until now, her life in Laurel Springs, Alabama, has been everything you’d expect for a Southern belle: old money, silver spoons and a perfectly planned future. But you can’t plan for the kind of public humiliation that has her running away from her well-ordered life to spend one perfect night with a stranger.     Russian enforcer Luka Zadorov is no fan of the South. Being traded to Alabama has meant swapping the glory of northern hockey for playing second fiddle to college football, but his plan to get traded back hits an interesting snag when he crosses paths with Ava Grace. Maybe the South has something to offer after all… Together, Luka and Ava Grace are finally enjoying the present instead of worrying about the future. But when their no-strings fling suddenly develops the kind of strings you can’t ignore, it’s time for them both to confront what their hearts truly need. Good Southern Women Book 1: Sweet as Pie Book 2: Smooth as Silk Book 3: Shine Like Silver

The Callaways are having a wedding! In this romantic and suspenseful novella by #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy, fire investigator Emma Callaway is getting ready to say I Do to her fiance, homicide detective Max Harrison. While Emma and her bridesmaids are toasting to Emma's future, Max and his brother, Spencer, make a stop on their way to the wedding and suddenly find themselves in a life or death situation. They go from being worried that they might be late to the ceremony to wondering if they'll make it at all. Spencer is used to his younger brother being the hero of the family. But now it's his turn. If he can convince a beautiful stranger with a dark past to put her fears aside and help him, together they can save the day for Emma and Max and perhaps find a future and a love for themselves. *NOBODY BUT YOU is a 25,000 word novella (approximately 100 pages), a companion piece to Barbara's popular Callaway Series. It can be read on its own as well as in conjunction with the series. Full-length novels available in the Callaway Series include: ON A NIGHT LIKE THIS (Callaways #1) SO THIS IS LOVE (Callaways #2) FALLING FOR A STRANGER (Callaways #3) BETWEEN NOW AND FOREVER (Callaways #4) ALL A HEART NEEDS (Callaways #5) - Coming February 2014 Praise for the Callaways! ON A NIGHT LIKE THIS (Callaways #1) "I loved Aiden and Sara's story! Barbara manages to write so effortlessly, blending their stories together, so we learn where they have come from to get where they are now. Sara and Aiden are both people that are realistic and easy to relate too. I enjoyed reading about them as individuals, and later on as a couple struggling with what next. Barbara manages to give us a good glimpse of the rest of the family too, without taking away from Aiden and Sara's story, leaving us with a little bit of mystery to be followed up on." Harlequin Junkies Blog SO THIS IS LOVE (Callaways #2) "Barbara manages to weave a perfect romance filled with laughter, love, a lot of heat, and just the right amount of suspense." Harlequin Junkies Blog "SO THIS IS LOVE is a multi-layered story rich with family secrets and possible suspects as the city arsonist and murderer. SO THIS IS LOVE is a blend of mystery and romance that makes for a satisfying read." Indie Reader FALLING FOR A STRANGER (Callaways #3) "Barbara Freethy knows how to tell a fantastic story and this one is no exception. If you're looking for a great feel good read with a bit of action and mystery, this book is for you!" The Book Momster Blog BETWEEN NOW AND FOREVER (Callaways #4) "A beautifully written story, fans of Barbara's Angel's Bay series will be happy to know the search leads them to Angel's Bay where we get to check in with some old friends...fans of Barbara will not be disappointed with this story." The Book Momster Blog

After a devastating tornado ripped through High Plains, a two-year-old was found wandering all alone. Foster mother Nicki Appleton took in the little girl, her heart bursting with love and prayers. Now the storm's aftermath has brought home the man Nicki once expected to marry, and Clay Logan claims to be a changed cowboy. But with her energy focused on a child she may not be able to keep, is there room for another kind of love in Nicki's heart this Thanksgiving?

Mattie’s body has healed from the cancer that nearly took her life . . . but can she find the man who can mend her lonely heart? Mattie has faced more in her twenty-three years than she ever imagined possible. Having successfully battled cancer, she’s ready to reenter the world with hopes for her future. But while she was in and out of hospitals, other Amish girls her age were courting and finding the men they would marry. The only man who’s ever made her heart beat faster is Graham Weaver, her best friend, who has always been there to comfort her, in good times and bad. Is it finally time for their friendship to become something more? But cruel gossip is spreading, claiming that Graham’s the father of the baby Jenna Yoder’s carrying. Will Mattie’s dreams of a happily-ever-after be crushed before they’ve left the ground?