Jodi's bookshelf: all en-US Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:30:47 -0700 60 Jodi's bookshelf: all 144 41 /images/layout/goodreads_logo_144.jpg <![CDATA[Finding You (The Wright Heroes of Maine #3)]]> 199324658 One obscure Babylonian artifact in the hands of terrorists could bring down an entire city�

When antiquities professor Bryan Wright is tasked with discovering why a band of terrorists might target a museum in Munich, he teams up with the museum’s attractive exhibit designer to study their ancient artifacts. Something in this collection holds special value to the terrorists, and Bryan must figure out which item and why—before enemies get their hands on it.

An American living in Munich, Sophie Chapman wouldn’t have expected to be attracted to a musty old antiquities professor—but this guy is neither musty nor old. Even so, she’s not ready for a new boyfriend, considering she hasn’t figured out how to get rid of the old one. When her apartment is broken into, she has bigger worries than the ex who won’t leave her alone.

The seemingly random break-in is anything but. Terrorists are closing in, and their plot will destroy more than the romance growing between Bryan and Sophie.

It’ll destroy everything they hold dear.

Terrorism, romance, and a 20-year-old mystery with shades of Raiders of the Lost Arc thrown in. The stakes couldn't be higher as evil men plot to take down their enemies--and any innocent civilians who get in their way. And that's just one part of their plan.

What people are saying about Robin "Ms. Patchen has a way of writing that pulls you right into the background of the world her characters are living."

"Robin has the ability to have nonstop suspense and action with a great story and throws in a little heartwarming love to boot."

"Robin Patchen is an extraordinary storyteller! God, family, friends, trauma, drama, heartache, love, compassion, kindness, with our Father’s comforting and compassion and grace throughout all of it!"

Books by Robin PatchenThe Wright Heroes of Running to YouRescuing YouFinding YouSheltering You

Coventry Glimmer in the DarknessTides of DuplicityBetrayal of GeniusTraces of VirtueTouch of InnocenceInheritance of SecretsLineage of CorruptionWreathed in DisgraceCourage in the ShadowsVengeance in the MistA Mountain Too Steep

Nutfield Convenient LiesTwisted LiesGenerous LiesInnocent LiesBeautiful LiesLegacy RejectedLegacy RestoredLegacy ReclaimedLegacy Redeemed

Amanda Chasing AmandaFinding Amanda]]> 398 Robin Patchen Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.76 2024 Finding You (The Wright Heroes of Maine #3)
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]]> <![CDATA[Rescuing You (The Wright Heroes of Maine #2)]]> 179928184
But a cryptic message tells him she's still alive. He'll do anything to rescue her, but the closer he gets, the more he learns about the woman he thought he knew.

Turns out, Michael isn't the only one keeping secrets.

Come back for more information about Rescuing You , a Christian romantic suspense novel you won't want to miss.]]> 404 Robin Patchen Jodi 5 4.73 2024 Rescuing You (The Wright Heroes of Maine #2)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Neighbor's Secret (Secret Billionaire #1)]]> 215717101 Ethan Smith:
Friend? Yes. Foe? Probably. Enemy? Maybe. Lover? Hopefully!

After being left at the altar on her wedding day, big city financier Allie Strickland returns to her quirky hometown by the ocean hoping for peace and quiet to get over her fiancé’s betrayal.

On the very first night, Allie’s nerves are shattered when an unexpected intruder breaks into the house while she’s taking a bubble bath. The man is devastatingly handsome but she soon learns that he’s using a fake name and has old ties to Heartland Cove. Forced by weird circumstances to share the same rental house, Allie’s suspicions grow—even as she finds herself attracted to him.

When her ex-fiancé shows up one night begging for a second chance, who can Allie trust—or will her own heart betray her?]]> 238 Kimberley Montpetit Jodi 4 4.13 2016 The Neighbor's Secret (Secret Billionaire #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[Running to You (The Wright Heroes of Maine #1)]]> 141308294
Then Eliza shows up on his doorstep and throws herself into his arms. She can’t explain her bruises or the head injury that’s left her with no memories of the past five years, including their breakup. No matter how good it feels to hold her, though, there’s no way he’s getting sucked into romance again.

He’ll deliver Eliza to her mother, and that will be that. But instead of finding her mom, they’re met by two attackers and barely escape alive. Despite the danger to his life and his heart, he can’t leave Eliza to fend for herself.

Together, they embark on a journey to reconstruct her past while evading the men chasing her. As Sam and Eliza close in on the truth, their romance reignites, but her secret threatens to destroy them both.

Prepare to be enthralled by this gripping story of amnesia, a second chance at love, and a secret baby. Running to You is an edge-of-your-seat Christian romantic suspense set in Maine that will keep you reading all night long.]]> 430 Robin Patchen Jodi 5 4.69 2023 Running to You (The Wright Heroes of Maine #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[Escaping With You (The Wright Heroes of Maine #0.5)]]> 223400154 His plan to avoid his first love goes awry when bullets fly...forcing them on the run together, where old feelings are nearly as dangerous as the killer who won't give up.Nearly a decade has passed since Logan last saw his ex-girlfriend. He misses her, but he’s accepted his role running the family restaurant. So what if his heart has never gotten over Darcy? She lives in a world of affluence far removed from his humble life in Shadow Cove, Maine.

For Darcy, losing Logan meant losing both her first love and her best friend. She adapted to life without him and knows seeing him again could serve no good purpose. When she’s forced to accompany her aunt to Shadow Cove, she’s surprised to find Logan is the caterer for the event she’s there to attend.

Logan and Darcy manage to avoid each other, but when a masked assailant opens fire on Darcy and her aunt, Logan jumps into the role of protector. As the three run for their lives through the thick forest, Darcy and Logan confront something almost as dangerous as the determined gunman on their heels—long-buried feelings sparking back to life.

Don't miss this edge-of-your seat romantic suspense by a USA Today bestselling author.

Escaping with You was originally published in the Summer Suspicions boxset in the summer of 2024.]]> 244 Robin Patchen Jodi 5 4.57 Escaping With You (The Wright Heroes of Maine #0.5)
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]]> <![CDATA[Where Secrets Lie (Tupelo Grove, #2)]]> 218015615 USA TODAY bestselling romantic suspense author Colleen Coble and Rick Acker deliver the second book in their compelling Tupelo Grove series (following What We Hide), where a crumbling university, stolen artifacts, deep family secrets, and deadly ambitions all stand in the way of a second chance at happiness.

College professor Savannah Webster is ready to give her ex-husband, Hez, another chance, and she believes he's finally ready for them to face their many past trials as a team. But when Savannah finds evidence that points to Hez's old demons resurfacing, the fragile trust they've built begins to crumble. And it's not just their relationship that hanging in the balance--the survival of the university Savannah's family poured their lives into is also under threat.

Hez is determined to put his past mistakes behind him with his new role mentoring law students at Tupelo Grove University's legal clinic. His primary focus with the clinic is to help Savannah pull the university out of a pit of debt and bad decisions made by the previous leadership, including her father. But their quest for stability takes a dark turn as they try to root out the dangerous smuggling ring the university is entangled in, and their investigation puts them in the crosshairs of criminals who will stop at nothing to eliminate any obstacle in their path.

The twists continue until the final page as a dangerous world of smuggling and financial instability collides with the complex dynamics of legacy and family.

Colleen Coble and Rick Acker's Where Secrets Lie is gripping suspense with closed-door, second-chance romance. They've "forged a seamless partnership with a singular voice" (Charles Martin), "where secrets simmer and unexpected twists leave you guessing until the shocking finale" (Kate Angelo).

Looking for more from these authors? Don't miss What We Hide, the first book in the Tupelo Grove series, or the standalone novel I Think I Was Murdered. All their novels include discussion questions that are perfect for book clubs.

Ěý±Ő±Ő> 352 Colleen Coble 1400345693 Jodi 0 to-read 4.45 Where Secrets Lie (Tupelo Grove, #2)
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]]> <![CDATA[A Wager with the Matchmaker (A Shanahan Match, #3)]]> 220543414
In the wake of a devastating fire, Kiernan Shanahan sees a shrewd opportunity to invest in a clay mine and brickyard to aid the city's rebuilding. To secure his venture, he seeks a wealthy bride with a substantial dowry. However, the matchmaker he consults has different plans. As danger looms and Alannah fights to keep her brother safe, Kiernan's protective instincts draw them closer together, but a future with him seems too far out of reach. It will take a miracle--or a wager with the wily matchmaker--to bring the unlikely couple together.

Be swept away in a tale of love, danger, and destiny in this captivating historical romance from bestselling author Jody Hedlund.]]> 352 Jody Hedlund 0764241982 Jodi 0 to-read 4.58 A Wager with the Matchmaker (A Shanahan Match, #3)
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]]> The Killer's Therapist 218132933 The mind is a dangerous place . . . especially when you can't trust your own.

Dr. Hadley Dawson's revolutionary theory—that even the darkest minds can be healed—has made her a rising star in criminal psychology. But when a string of unexplained deaths leads back to a former patient, her life’s work suddenly stands in question.

When the poster boy for her rehabilitation program is accused of murder, Hadley's conviction begins to crack. Has she been blind to the darkness lurking within those she sought to save?

Detective Josiah Brennan, her late best friend's husband and once her staunchest ally, now questions Hadley's judgment. Their friendship frays as the evidence mounts, forcing Hadley to confront an unsettling her quest to reform criminals may have unleashed a killer.

With her reputation in tatters and her theories in doubt, Hadley races to uncover the truth. But each revelation only deepens the mystery. Is someone orchestrating an elaborate plot to destroy her career? Or is the threat more sinister—aimed at claiming her very life?

In a heart-pounding race against time, Hadley must outwit a cunning adversary before she becomes the next victim. But in a world where minds can be manipulated, who can she really trust?]]> 406 Christy Barritt Jodi 5 4.54 The Killer's Therapist
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]]> <![CDATA[Shadow of Fear (Shadow Lake Survival #6)]]> 201735945 To catch a killer�Forensic engineer Kinsley Pierce is used to dispassionately digging into building and structure failures to determine the cause of the failure. But when she starts receiving disturbing death threats, she’s anything but dispassionate. Fearing for her life, she runs to the one place she’s always felt safe. Her hometown, Shadow Lake. But she never expected her best friend’s bossy brother to steamroll in and take over her protection.

Will he work outside the law? Former deputy Devon (Dev) Graham now team member at Shadow Lake Survival insists Kinsley move to the company’s compound for her own safety. He could do nothing else. As a former deputy, he spent most of his adult life protecting others. He also spent years ignoring his attraction to his little sister’s best friend. He will never marry, and his sister would never forgive him if he led Kinsley on only to hurt her. Too bad. He would just have to ignore his feelings. She’s in danger, and he’s the one to watch over her. Whatever the risk. Whatever it takes. Even when they head down an upsetting path of betrayal and false trails that lead to a grisly death, he’ll protect Kinsley with his own life until the killer threatening her is behind bars.]]> 298 Susan Sleeman Jodi 5 4.59 Shadow of Fear (Shadow Lake Survival #6)
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]]> <![CDATA[One Last Shot (Alaska Air One Rescue #1)]]> 198858597
EMT Boo Kingston did not join Air One Rescue to train a celebrity. But she's a rookie to the team, so yes, she'll train Oaken and keep him alive and not for a minute pay attention to his charm...

And then five women go missing from a resort during a bachelorette weekend gone south. Now, Air One and the rescue team will have to use all their skills--and manpower, including Oaken--to find them before a blizzard settles in. But can they work together before tragedy strikes?

Alaska Air One Rescue
Book 1: One Last Shot
Book 2: One Last Chance
Book 3: One Last Promise
Book 4: One Last Stand
]]> 322 Susan May Warren 1962036014 Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.68 2024 One Last Shot (Alaska Air One Rescue #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Lies We Believe (Shadow Stalkers #1)]]> 65654555
I shift on the padded chair in my psychiatrist’s office, staring at the abstract watercolor on the wall as an attempt to avoid her question. “I saw my ex-husband, Lucas.�

“And. . .� Dr. Gabrieli prodded.

I don't answer.

â€Áčľ±±ô±đ˛â?

I finally look back at the doctor. “It wasn’t Lucas. Just. . .just someone who looked like him.�

“Exactly. You see, our minds are incredible machines but simply put, they don’t work like computers. Instead, they can unconsciously bend our perception of what is real and fill in the gaps, making it possible to perceive things that aren’t really there.� Dr. Gabrieli taps her pen against her notebook. “Think about an amputee who still feels his missing leg, or how it’s possible to see patterns in chaos. Memories are sprinkled with gaps, then we fill in those gaps with our own created recollections.�

False information.

Distorted memories.

Lies.

But what if my mind can’t decipher what are truths and what are lies? And what if the truth is even more dangerous than the lies my mind believes?
***
Riley Bishop is a single mother, working at home as a security analyst to provide for her two children, Sadie and Oliver. But something is very wrong. Riley starts forgetting things—like appointments, where she put her keys, and where she parked her car. And then she thinks she sees her deceased ex-husband while out shopping. But as Riley begins to question her own sanity, her twelve-year-old Sadie goes missing. Soon Riley finds it harder and harder to know what is truth and what are lies as she is forced to question her own reality while she searches for her daughter.

Apprehending fugitives as a part of the SOG team gives Tucker Shaw the purpose and drive he needs to fight the demons from his past. When he’s called out on a mission, Operation Jackal, to track down a group of endangered children, he has no idea how drastically his life is about to change. It’s a frantic hunt as Tucker and his team race to save thirteen children, including Sadie. But when Sadie’s mother comes to him with credible evidence on who is behind the girls� disappearances, the situation quickly spirals out of control with a final twist that has Tucker questioning everything he knows to be true.]]> 232 Lisa Harris Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.29 2023 The Lies We Believe (Shadow Stalkers #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[Tides of Deception (Lantern Beach Romantic Suspense #1)]]> 41160253
Austin Brooks has loved Skye Lavinia from the moment they met, but the walls she keeps around her seem impenetrable. Skye knows Austin is the best thing to ever happen to her. Yet she also knows that if he learns the truth about her past, he’d be a fool not to run.

A chance encounter brings secrets bubbling to the surface, and danger soon follows. Are the life-threatening events plaguing them really accidents . . . or is someone trying to send a deadly message?

With the tides on Lantern Beach come deception and lies. One question remains—who will be swept away as the water shifts? And will it bring the end for Austin and Skye, or merely the beginning?
]]> 288 Christy Barritt Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.48 Tides of Deception (Lantern Beach Romantic Suspense #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[Ashes Never Lie (Sharpe & Walker, #2)]]> 195596065 The secrets hidden in smoldering ashes hold the fate of a city in an explosive thriller by #1 New York Times bestselling author Lee Goldberg.

Vacant homes in a new housing development are erupting into flames in broad daylight with no apparent cause. It’s a perplexing mystery for dogged arson investigator Walter Sharpe and his restless new partner, Andrew Walker, an ex–US marshal who craves action.

But as they puzzle over the blazes, another home miles away burns to the ground, leaving a man’s corpse in the ashes and homicide detectives Eve Ronin and Duncan Pavone demanding answers. The burn patterns and charred body tell Sharpe a bizarre story that only creates more questions for Eve. So the four detectives team up to find the answers. Their investigation into the two unrelated cases leads to one shocking discovery after another.

Now they must gamble their lives to unmask a brilliant arsonist, crack open a massive swindle, track down a desperate fugitive with a terrifying secret, and race against time to save thousands of people from an agonizing death.]]> 286 Lee Goldberg Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.29 2024 Ashes Never Lie (Sharpe & Walker, #2)
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]]> Echoes among the Stones 44585756
Mystery seems to follow her when she finds work as a secretary helping to restore the flooded historical part of the cemetery. Forced to work with the puzzling, yet attractive museum curator to contact living family members of those in the disturbed graves, Aggie stumbles upon the unsolved murder of a young woman--the details of which match Mumsie's case. As Aggie exhumes the past's secrets, she uncovers a crime that some will go to any length to keep quiet--even if it means silencing Aggie.

In 1946, Imogene Flannigan works in a local factory and has eyes on owning her own beauty salon. But coming home to discover her younger sister's body in the attic changes everything. Unfamiliar with the newly burgeoning world of criminal forensics and not particularly welcomed as a woman, Imogene is nonetheless determined to stay involved. As her sister's case grows cold, Imogene vows to find justice . . . even if it costs her everything.]]> 380 Jaime Jo Wright 1493421662 Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.25 2019 Echoes among the Stones
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]]> <![CDATA[Cinder Luna (Once Upon a RomCom, #1)]]> 191197254
Move to the adorable town of Brookhaven? Check.

Get bumped to first class on the train and meet the most gorgeous, considerate man of my life? Check.

Find a job in video game animation and a cozy apartment of my own? Not so much.

So maybe things in Brookhaven aren’t quite as idyllic as my friend promised. My one saving grace is playing video games every evening with my best online friend, MidKnight. Plus, helping him create his own video game helps me escape the drudgery of my demanding twin bosses and a dusty, cramped apartment.

It’s not long before our relationship turns from friendly to…a lot more personal.

Things get complicated when I run into the man from the train again. He couldn’t forget about me either, and he’s been searching for me. I can’t deny the intense physical attraction we have, but I feel like my heart is being pulled in two directions. But there are things that both guys don’t know about me.

Being brave isn’t my strong suit, but maybe it’s time to find some courage.

Cinder Luna is a closed door, romantic comedy retelling of Cinderella with hidden identities and swoony kisses!

Tropes:
Slow burn
Cinnamon roll MMC
Instant attraction
Hidden identities
Girl next door
Closed door/kissing only]]> 318 Marie Soleil Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.03 Cinder Luna (Once Upon a RomCom, #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[Shadow of Doubt (Shadow Lake Survival #5)]]> 199643602 A cyber-stalker and a murder threaten her life�When IT specialist, Brooklyn Hurst’s cyber stalker grows bolder and the police refuse to do anything about it, she has to take drastic measures. Like fleeing the only home she’s known to a place so off the map that the stalker would never think to look. When she discovers, Colin Graham, a former FBI agent and now Shadow Lake Survival cyber expert, is looking for a live-in caregiver for his mother, she applies for the position and is hired via an online interview. She quietly packs up everything she can fit into her car and disappears in the middle of the night, ensuring that her stalker doesn’t follow her.

Will the danger draw the couple closer together or push them apart?She fits in perfectly with Colin and his mother, but he’d never met a more jumpy and fearful woman in his life and is sure something is wrong. As they grow closer, he gains her trust, and she shares about her stalker. As if talking about her stalker conjures him up, he makes his appearance in Shadow Lake. Had Colin betrayed her? Done something stupid to bring danger to her doorstep again? Should she run again or could she trust Colin? Colin knows running isn’t the answer and promises to keep her safe. But can he do so while also protecting his heart from pain again?]]> 308 Susan Sleeman Jodi 5 4.63 Shadow of Doubt (Shadow Lake Survival #5)
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]]> <![CDATA[Shadow of Hope (Shadow Lake Survival #4)]]> 199550341 An impossible position�The moment Ava Weston checked into Shadow Lake Survival’s immersive survival training camp, Shadow Lake Survival’s weapons expert, Micha Nichols, knew something haunted her. He was sure of it. And that something had brought her to Shadow Lake Survival to heal or forget. He’d lived through a similar struggle in his life and knew he wanted to help Ava move on and maybe pursue a mutual attraction that was impossible to ignore.

That only disappearing can solve.But getting involved was the last thing Ava needed. Her days at Shadow Lake Survival were filled with survival challenges, but her nights were plagued by fear and nightmares. Not even learning the skills she needed to protect herself could chase them away. Nothing could, until she faced up to the fears and the criminal charges awaiting her back home. She wanted to confide in Micha, but how did she tell the man she was falling in love with that she was wanted for murder and running from the law?]]> 328 Susan Sleeman Jodi 5 4.64 Shadow of Hope (Shadow Lake Survival #4)
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]]> <![CDATA[Shadow of Truth (Shadow Lake Survival, #3)]]> 75719830 When a criminal threatened to kill Megan Cash if she testified against him, she didn’t back down and made sure her testimony put this killer behind bars. Years later, he’s out of prison and ready for revenge against Megan and her critically ill daughter. Megan does the only thing she can do with a child too ill to move. Stand her ground at the hospital to protect her daughter. Will he succeed in making this a Christmas she won’t live long enough to enjoy?
Soon, Reid Maddox, former FBI agent and Shadow Lake Survival owner arrives to help, and Megan doesn’t have to go it alone. If she chooses the help of the man she once dated. Their relationship ended badly and she isn’t eager to get involved with him again even in a platonic way. But Reid isn’t the same man she once knew—he’s now a widowed father with a harrowing past and a heart more guarded than ever. Still, he’s the only one who believes Megan when she says she’s in danger, and he’ll do whatever it takes to keep her and her daughter out of this killer’s clutches. With her daughter’s life on the line, she has no choice but to turn to him for help.]]> 320 Susan Sleeman Jodi 5 4.61 2011 Shadow of Truth (Shadow Lake Survival, #3)
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]]> <![CDATA[Sunrise Reef (Hope Harbor, #11)]]> 214974492
Buttoned-up CPA Noah Ward isn't looking for love, either, when he arrives in town on a mission to convince his father to move closer to him. And he certainly doesn't intend to fall for the quirky, free-spirited woman who's taken up residence in his father's guest cottage. But when he finds himself sucked into her quest to help a struggling teen, might the two of them discover there's more to each other than meets the eye

Bestselling author Irene Hannon invites you back to the charming town of Hope Harbor--where hearts heal . . . and love blooms.]]> 352 Irene Hannon 0800741935 Jodi 0 to-read 4.40 Sunrise Reef (Hope Harbor, #11)
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]]> The Pharisee's Wife 214758151 From the beloved author of Love Comes Softly comes an inspiring work of historical fiction about a young Jewish woman, plucked from obscurity and thrust on perilous journey, only to witness the world’s most life-changing story.

Like most young women in ancient Israel, Mary has little control over her own destiny. When Enos, a rising pharisee, sees her one day in the market—the most beautiful woman he has ever laid eyes on—and determines to make her his wife, Mary’s fate is quickly sealed. His exorbitant bride price is the only hope her parents have of rising out of abject poverty, but surely the fact that such a devout and esteemed man has chosen a girl of her station must be a sign of blessing.

When Mary enters training to become the proper pharisee’s wife, it is as though she has been abandoned in a foreign land, where one misstep could cost her greatly. That feeling only deepens when she discovers Enos is all she feared he might be, treating her merely as a prize he has won—and worse. Then rumors of a miracle-working, traveling Prophet change everything, and Mary and Enos are swept up in events that will challenge all they hold dear and forever alter both their futures.

Full-length standalone biblical fiction from the bestselling author whose novels have sold more than 30 million copiesFor fans of historical fiction by Tessa Afshar, Mesu Andrews, and Connilyn CossetteIncludes discussion questions for book groups]]> 336 Janette Oke Jodi 0 to-read 3.91 The Pharisee's Wife
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]]> <![CDATA[Shadow of Night (Shadow Lake Survival, #2)]]> 75719829 Rookie officer Sydney Tucker can handle threats to her life. After all, she’s a law enforcement officer. Even when a killer demands she turn over evidence from a drug bust or he will kill her, she refuses to comply. But things change when he threatens the life of her teenage sister, and Sydney might consider turning over the evidence. If she had what he was looking for. Will she pay the ultimate price—her life?
But even when Sydney tells the killer that she doesn’t possess the evidence, he doesn’t believe her, and his threats continue. Emerson County Sheriff Russ Maddox steps in, putting Sydney and her sibling under his watchful eye. But will his protection be enough? The killer is closing in, picking off the people and places that mean the most to Sydney. A list that now not only includes her but Russ as well.]]> 322 Susan Sleeman Jodi 5 4.61 2011 Shadow of Night (Shadow Lake Survival, #2)
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]]> <![CDATA[Shadow of Deceit (Shadow Lake Survival, #1)]]> 75719831 When Mia Blackburn returns to Shadow Lake to inherit her uncle’s property, she doesn’t expect a threatening warning before she even reaches the rustic resort. And when a fire traps her in the burning barn that very day, she fears she won’t get out alive. Just in time, Ryan Maddox, her ex-boyfriend and Shadow Lake Survival owner, rescues her from the deadly blaze. She’s thankful for his rescue, but after their tumultuous breakup, he’s the last person she wants to see. Will she be the next victim?
Despite the threatening warning and her residual feelings for Ryan, Mia won’t let anyone scare her from the rustic resort before she fulfills the terms of her uncle’s will and inherits the property. Ryan insists on keeping a close eye on her, and soon Mia feels safer and closer to Ryan than ever before. Yet the threats haven’t stopped, and soon Mia’s inheritance includes a murder, and she could be the next victim.]]> 322 Susan Sleeman Jodi 5 Great way to start a series!

Shadow of Deceit was an excellent start for the Shadow Lake Survival series. Just when I thought I figured out who was the killer, Susan Sleeman threw out a twist. Susan integrated Christian truths into the book without sounding preachy.]]> 4.53 2010 Shadow of Deceit (Shadow Lake Survival, #1)
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Great way to start a series!

Shadow of Deceit was an excellent start for the Shadow Lake Survival series. Just when I thought I figured out who was the killer, Susan Sleeman threw out a twist. Susan integrated Christian truths into the book without sounding preachy.
]]> <![CDATA[Organized Grime (Squeaky Clean Mysteries, #3)]]> 16152649
Crime scene cleaner and wannabe forensic investigator Gabby St. Claire knows her best friend, Sierra, isn’t guilty of killing three people in what appears to be an ecoterrorist attack. But Sierra has disappeared, her only contact a frantic phone call.

Crime scene evidence Gabby discovers while cleaning ties seemingly random murders together—and points to Sierra as the guilty party. Just what has her animal-loving friend gotten herself into?

If that’s not disturbing enough, who’s the person following Gabby? A federal agent who hopes Gabby will lead him to Sierra? Or someone with more sinister plans?

To find Sierra and prove her innocence, Gabby will have to rely on all of her training and abilities, plus the help of a man she loves and the protection of a God she’s only recently begun to believe in.]]> 281 Christy Barritt Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.41 2011 Organized Grime (Squeaky Clean Mysteries, #3)
author: Christy Barritt
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.41
book published: 2011
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]]> <![CDATA[Just the Nicest Person (True Crime Junkies #1)]]> 181547028
Former CID investigator Duke McAllister is searching for his fiancée who disappeared two years ago on the Dalton Highway. Though the trail has gone cold, he hasn't given up hope he'll find her alive, along with the other women who’ve disappeared along the remote stretch of highway.

A snowstorm throws Andi and Duke together, and both of their plans come to a freezing halt. They’re stranded in the Arctic Circle, the only highway in and out of the area closed. While together, they discover a common true crime. When their favorite local Alaskan podcaster goes radio silent right before revealing the name of a cold case killer, they dive in to investigate only to make a terrifyingly frigid discovery.

Can these strangers work together to find answers before the biting, dangerous cold claims their lives? Or even worse . . . before the killer comes looking for his own brand of justice?]]> 414 Christy Barritt Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.46 2023 Just the Nicest Person (True Crime Junkies #1)
author: Christy Barritt
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.46
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]]> <![CDATA[Coin Collecting Bible: Build a Notable Collection � Start with Your Pocket Change, Gauge Coin Values, Preserve Them, and Avoid Counterfeits. Includes Guides ... Ultimate Coin Collecting Series Book 4)]]> 222785401 Build your dream coin collection with this ultimate reference guide & playbook for buying, selling, & valuing rare or antique coins!

Are you searching for the ultimate coin-collecting resource for building a lucrative collection? Do you need carefully tailored advice and market insights that are suitable for all levels of expertise? Or do you need a reference handbook that demystifies the art of grading, valuing, & authenticating rare coins? Then keep reading, because you’re about to discover�

A complete & authoritative handbook to master coin collecting for both amateurs and professionals

Step-by-step instructions for buying, grading, valuing, & maintaining a diverse assortment of noteworthy coins

A complete roadmap to go from collecting pocket change to buying & selling the most valuable coins on the market

And additional bonus specialized guides on collecting U.S. error coins and Lincoln pennies for a truly remarkable collection

Expertly written as the complete reference handbook for aspiring and established collectors, the comprehensive guide shares seasoned insider strategies & the most up-to-date techniques for growing a world-class collection.

Divided into easy-to-read sections, you’ll learn essential skills including how to buy & sell coins for profit, the secret tricks for spotting counterfeits, and how to maximize the potential of your collection.

Here’s just a little of what you’ll discover

Embrace The Art of Coin Seasoned Advice To Start, Expand, Or Refine Your CollectionHone Your Explore The Science of Coin Grading as You Value Coins To Determine Their True WorthMaster The Uncover The Best Practices, Latest Techniques, & Scam-Prevention Strategies To Avoid Getting Caught OutRestore Old Bring The Shine Back To Any Antique Coin With Essential Lessons For Safe Coin Cleaning & MaintenanceCollect Coins For Turn Your Hobby Into a Lucrative Investment as You Discover How To Buy & Sell Coins For Maximum ProfitConsult Specialized Learn About Valuable U.S. Error Coins & Lincoln Pennies With These Fascinating Insights Into HistoryAnd Three FREE Bonus Books On Mastering Coin Care & Taking Stunning Photos To Showcase Your Collection, Buying & Selling Coins Online, and a Step-By-Step Guide To Running a Local Coin Collectors ClubImagine if you could design a breathtaking collection that deepens your passion for numismatics while forming a lucrative investment opportunity. With a mix of fascinating historical context, jargon-free technical knowledge, and the latest market insights, the Coin Collecting Bible is an all-in-one handbook for both aspiring and experienced collectors.

Are you ready to begin creating a world-class collection? Then scroll up and click the “buy now� button today!]]> 357 Jason Whitmore Jodi 0 currently-reading 5.00 Coin Collecting Bible: Build a Notable Collection — Start with Your Pocket Change, Gauge Coin Values, Preserve Them, and Avoid Counterfeits. Includes Guides ... Ultimate Coin Collecting Series Book 4)
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]]> Protective Duty 28274770 HIGH-RISK REUNION 

Minutes into FBI profiler Bryn Eastman's first case since a near-fatal shooting, a brazen serial killer sets his sights on her next. Now her life—and career—is in the hands of her new partner, Detective Eric Hale, the man she once loved and lost. Racked with nightmares of the shooting and regrets for the tragedy that tore her and Eric apart, Bryn doesn't want Eric to discover the secrets she carries—but she needs him. Seeing Bryn brings back memories Eric can't control. Memories of a once-in-a-lifetime love. But the tough detective knows their only path to a second chance goes straight through a relentless killer…one who won't quit until he counts Bryn as his fifth victim.

]]> 240 Jessica R. Patch 1488008515 Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.61 2016 Protective Duty
author: Jessica R. Patch
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.61
book published: 2016
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]]> Christmas With a Crank 220393796 A second chance with your first crush.

Doesn’t happen often.

For Liam Fisher, that first crush was his next door neighbor, Olive Witherby.

Childhood was lazy summers, treehouse stargazing, and endless games of hide and seek at Pine Creek, the Christmas tree farm that’s been in Liam’s family for generations.

When Liam moves away, he and Olive say goodbye the only way they know how—with a fumbling first kiss neither of them will ever forget.

Even though twelve-year olds� promises of keeping in touch feel eternal, time and distance eventually make Olive and Liam practically strangers.

Twenty years later, Liam’s parents announce they’re retiring and selling the tree farm.

Twenty years later, Pine Creek is the last place grown-up Liam wants to be. Inherit this legacy? Not on your life.

And twenty years later, grown-up Olive is stuck.

Her work life is a lot like her love life—floundering. After a humiliating business failure, loads of debt, and one too many laughable first dates, she’s in no hurry to put herself out there again, in business or in romance.

When Olive is hired by Liam’s parents to rekindle the lost magic of the farm one final time before it’s sold, she sets out to make this the last, best Pine Creek Christmas, for the town and for a very cranky, not-so-talkative, surprisingly attractive Liam.

Part of her mission? Convince the crank to fall in love with Christmas.

The other part? Not fall head over heels in the process.

Christmas With a Crank is a grumpy/sunshine, childhood crush, opposites attract romance with plenty of sizzle but none of the steam.]]> 366 Courtney Walsh Jodi 5 4.02 2024 Christmas With a Crank
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.02
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]]> <![CDATA[Caught in a Christmas Conundrum (Christmas Tree, PA sweet romcom #6)]]> 221403184
Her only option is to ask her longtime rival, BBQ king, Lucas, for help.

Sparks fly as they clash over recipes and decorations, but as they race against the clock to save both events, Kate starts to see a different side of Lucas.

Could this conundrum turn enemies into something more this Christmas?]]> 66 Jessie Gussman Jodi 5 4.63 Caught in a Christmas Conundrum (Christmas Tree, PA sweet romcom #6)
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.63
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]]> <![CDATA[Caught in the Candy Cane Chaos (Christmas Tree, PA sweet romcom #5)]]> 221403106
Enter Nate, the handsome delivery guy who was also her high school boyfriend. To make it up to her, Nate helps Jenna create a new, even more spectacular display.

As they work late into the night, surrounded by twinkling lights and peppermint swirls, they start to feel the magic of the season—and each other.]]> 73 Jessie Gussman Jodi 5 4.55 Caught in the Candy Cane Chaos (Christmas Tree, PA sweet romcom #5)
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]]> I Think I Was Murdered 210310425 A grieving young widow. The AI program that allows her to continue to "talk" to him. And a message she never " I think I was murdered ."

Just a year ago, Katrina Berg was at the pinnacle of her career. She was a rising star in the AI chatbot start-up everyone was talking about, married with an adoring husband, and had more money than she knew how to spend. Then her world combusted. Her husband, Jason, was killed in a fiery car crash. Her CEO was indicted and, as the company's legal counsel, Katrina faces tough questions as the Feds take over and lock her out of her office. The final blow is the passing of her beloved grandmother.

Her most prized possession is the beta prototype for a new, ultra-sophisticated chatbot loaded onto her phone. The contents of Jason's email, social media backups, pictures, and every bit of data she could find were loaded into the bot, and Katrina has "talked" to him every day for the past six months. She has been amazed at how well it works. Even the syntax and words the bot uses sound like Jason. Sometimes, she imagines he isn't really dead and is right there beside her. She knows it's slowing her grief recovery, but she can't stop pretending.

On a particularly bad day, she taps Tell me something I don't know. The cursor blinks for several moments and seems frozen before the reply flashes quickly onto the I think I was murdered.

Distraught, Katrina returns to her cozy Norwegian-flavored hometown in the northern California redwoods and enlists the help of Seb Wallace, local restaurateur and longtime acquaintance, to try to parse out the truth of what really happened. They must navigate the complicated paths of grief, family dynamics, and second chances, as well as the complex questions of how much control technology has. And staying alive long enough to do that is far more difficult than either of them dreamed.

I Think I Was Murdered:

Features a unique look at grief through the lens of technologyDeals with current topics and themesWill appeal to fans of Ruth Ware, Laura Griffin, Laura Dave, and Sarah PearseIncludes Discussion Questions]]> 350 Colleen Coble 084071260X Jodi 5 Wow!

What an incredible novel again by Colleen Coble and Rick Acker! It was worth the wait to read. Suspense-filled romance at its finest.]]> 4.30 2024 I Think I Was Murdered
author: Colleen Coble
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.30
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Wow!

What an incredible novel again by Colleen Coble and Rick Acker! It was worth the wait to read. Suspense-filled romance at its finest.
]]> <![CDATA[Snowed In at Christmas (Christmas Tree, PA sweet romcom short reads book 4)]]> 221403094
She’s not alone—handsome stranger Luke is also snowed in.

With nothing to do but wait out the storm, Allison and Luke spend a fun evening sharing stories, decorating the inn’s Christmas tree, and discovering they have more in common than they ever could have imagined. Could this snowstorm be the start of a love that lasts long after the holidays?]]> 70 Jessie Gussman Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.54 Snowed In at Christmas (Christmas Tree, PA sweet romcom short reads book 4)
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]]> <![CDATA[Under the Mistletoe Mishap (Christmas Tree, PA Sweet Romcom #3)]]> 221268992
One awkward kiss later, Lucy can’t stop thinking about the sparks that flew between them. Samuel, however, is known for being aloof and focused on his career.

Will this unexpected moment under the mistletoe lead to a holiday romance, or will it just be another holiday mishap?]]> 70 Jessie Gussman Jodi 4 4.57 Under the Mistletoe Mishap (Christmas Tree, PA Sweet Romcom #3)
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.57
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]]> <![CDATA[Tangled up in Tinsel (Christmas Tree, PA sweet holiday romcom #2)]]> 220881167
Enter her client’s charming yet mischievous brother, Daniel, who offers to help her out of the holiday jam.

As they work late into the night, untangling more than just decorations, Amber starts to realize that Daniel might just be the one to untangle her heart as well.]]> 71 Jessie Gussman Jodi 5 4.38 Tangled up in Tinsel (Christmas Tree, PA sweet holiday romcom #2)
author: Jessie Gussman
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.38
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]]> <![CDATA[Countdown (Extreme Measures, #4)]]> 62925305

Flight paramedic Raina Price has been running so long it's hard to stop. To escape a dangerous stalker, she changed her name and disappeared, building a new life with the help of a friend from her time in juvie. It feels good to put her energies into saving people's lives, but because her stalker was never found, she's never stopped looking over her shoulder. And one can only run so far before the past finally catches up.

US Marshal Vincent Corelli's job is to hunt down fugitives and protect those who are assigned to him. When Raina is almost killed right in front of him, he vows to protect her at all costs--whether it's his job or not. Together they work to solve the mystery of Raina's past. But someone is out to make sure Raina doesn't live long enough to do it.]]> 336 Lynette Eason 1493441299 Jodi 5 4.64 2023 Countdown (Extreme Measures, #4)
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.64
book published: 2023
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[Trapped Under the Christmas Tree (Christmas Tree, PA Sweet Romcom #1)]]> 220880842
As Tessa helps him out from under the branches, they bond over their mutual love for the holidays.

Could this Christmas tree disaster turn into the best thing that’s happened to them both?]]> 70 Jessie Gussman Jodi 5 4.31 Trapped Under the Christmas Tree (Christmas Tree, PA Sweet Romcom #1)
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.31
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]]> <![CDATA[Shadows in the Night & Fatal Reunion]]> 123285370 Reader-favorite romances in collectible volumes from our bestselling authors.

Shadows in the Night  by New York Times bestselling author  Heather Graham A year after the chilling death of her mentor, criminologist Harley Frasier is still rattled. Secretly she’s suspected murder all along. Now the unveiling of the Amenmose exhibit is triggering a series of unexplained attacks, and there’s only one man she can trust. FBI special agent Micah Fox is used to charging into dangerous territory to solve a case. Working with a civilian is new ground, especially when she’s as irresistible as Harley. He can’t say no to her sharp instincts and sexy smile. And with a threat closing in, there’s no way in hell he’ll leave her unprotected.

FREE STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!

Fatal Reunion  by  Jessica R. Patch

When her beloved grandmother is almost killed during a home invasion, Piper Kennedy isn't surprised that she's a suspect, especially since Luke Ransom—the handsome detective she once loved—is on the case. Given her crooked past and the heartbreaking way she'd been forced to betray Luke years ago, Piper understands why he doesn't trust her. But when attempts are made on her life, Luke insists on keeping her safe and finding out who wants her dead.]]> 415 Heather Graham 0369746708 Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.16 Shadows in the Night & Fatal Reunion
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]]> <![CDATA[Murder at the Mayan Temple (Starling and Swift Mystery #1)]]> 43503744 Introducing the intriguing new cozy mystery series starring Starling and Swift!

Kitty Swift travels around the sunny Yucatan peninsula assisting luxury cruise ship groups as an interpreter for the deaf. After a disastrous broken engagement, she's perfectly content to spend her days with her service dog, Chica, and a motley crew of wealthy vacationers. Her life involves playing Bingo, enjoying the chocolate fountain, and passing along the occasional complaint about the quality of the bed sheets. On a cruise ship the food is good, the music is lively, and everyone is friendly.
Life is quiet, just as it should be... until murder arrives in the night.
At the top of a Mayan pyramid in the humid Amazon jungle, one of her tour group is found sacrificed to the gods. A clue left at the scene makes it clear this is a deeply personal act of revenge� and the killer may have another victim in his sights.
As the entire tour group is brought in for questioning, Kitty and Chica find themselves in a race against time. A hurricane is bearing down on the city, the cruise ship is set to depart, and they’re sequestered in an embassy house with a vicious murderer. The only person standing in her way is an enigmatic attaché to the American embassy who doesn't take kindly to all her questions� especially about himself.
Should Kitty be on guard against the mysterious and strikingly handsome detective, or are they birds of a feather in search of a killer?
A cozy mystery with recipes!
]]> 151 M.J. Mandrake Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.14 Murder at the Mayan Temple (Starling and Swift Mystery #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[Critical Threat (Extreme Measures #3)]]> 61180170
When bodies start showing up with Peter's MO, Sam and Grace are both called in to consult. They've met before--and though Grace thought they'd made a real connection, Sam ghosted her. They'll have to get past the awkwardness and mistrust to solve this case--especially because it's about to get personal.]]> 304 Lynette Eason 1493439650 Jodi 5 4.65 2023 Critical Threat (Extreme Measures #3)
author: Lynette Eason
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.65
book published: 2023
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[The Shenandoah Road: A Novel of the Great Awakening (The Russells, #1)]]> 40820075
John Russell's heart aches from the loss of his wife, but the Shenandoah Valley frontiersman needs to marry again for his daughter's sake. At first he believes he has found the right young woman, despite their differences, but his faith falters when time reveals she isn't quite what she seemed. Can he truly love her?

Unlike her disgraced sister, Abigail Williams obeys the Commandments. At least, she thinks herself a Christian until a buckskin-clad newcomer courts her. He treats her kindly but also introduces her to a sermon by the controversial preacher, George Whitefield. Her self-righteousness is shattered, and she wonders about their relationship. If she confesses her lack of faith, will John continue to love her?

"Raw, realistic, and historically packed, this story will make you think. If you enjoy stories with deep theological themes, you will enjoy this." - Amber Schamel]]> 316 Lynne Basham Tagawa 1732573905 Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.43 The Shenandoah Road: A Novel of the Great Awakening (The Russells, #1)
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average rating: 4.43
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]]> <![CDATA[Love's Unfading Light (The Eagle Harbor Series Book 1)]]> 205344164 There’s a new woman in town, and she needs help. He sees it every time he passes her on the street...Mac Oakton knows that Tressa Danell, the new woman in town, needs help. He sees it each time he passes her on the street, or nods at her in the general store, or sees her at church.Her husband just died, and she has a son, and Mac knows what it’s like to grow up without a father. He wouldn’t wish that on anyone. So when Mac sees Colin getting bullied one day, he doesn’t have much choice about putting a stop to it. But that leads to Mac walking Colin home—and having a conversation with Tressa.And oh, those eyes. She’s so haunted. Her late husband wasn’t a good man—and the whole town knows it. Mac just wants to help her start over again.But Mac has dreams of his own, ones that mean he’s leaving town in a month so he can start new somewhere else.But maybe he can do this one last thing before he goes. Maybe he can give this haunted woman and her boy a place to call home.As long as he doesn’t lose his heart in the process.From a USA Today bestselling author comes a small-town family saga filled with new beginnings, enduring dreams, and love that heals wounded hearts.]]> 282 Naomi Rawlings 1955356254 Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.47 2015 Love's Unfading Light (The Eagle Harbor Series Book 1)
author: Naomi Rawlings
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.47
book published: 2015
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]]> <![CDATA[Crossfire (Extreme Measures, #2)]]> 60071092
A former sniper with the 75th Ranger Regiment, Clay Snyder left the army after a tragic incident that he can't get past. Now he's working as a high school resource officer until he can figure out what to do with the rest of his life.

Their paths cross when Julianna is called in to negotiate a courtroom hostage situation involving Clay's sister. Impressed and a bit intimidated by the calm, capable woman with the dark hair and blue eyes, Clay invites her to speak at his school. Dottie's school.

But as the anniversary of a school shooting from Julianna's past approaches, it becomes clear that her perfect record is about to be tested and that Dottie is at risk. If Julianna and Clay can't figure out who's behind the attacks, more innocent people will die--and Julianna just might be one of them.

This intense story of revenge and redemption from bestselling author and master of suspense Lynette Eason will have you up all night as you race toward the explosive finish.]]> 320 Lynette Eason 149343621X Jodi 5 4.56 2022 Crossfire (Extreme Measures, #2)
author: Lynette Eason
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.56
book published: 2022
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[Mistletoe @ Christmas Tree Lodge: “So, have you moved on? Or do you still love her?”]]> 63394793 Did he? Absolutely. That Sophie shaped hole in his heart that was never filled.
The question was, would she let him back in?

When Sophie’s Europe plans are cancelled, she pivots to a job as activity director at Christmas Tree Lodge.

The same lodge where she was proposed to three years earlier.

To a guy who dumped her in a text!

Enter Sam who is there with his four-year-old daughter.

Can they get past their hurts and start anew?]]> 98 Jan Rea Johnson Jodi 5 4.09 Mistletoe @ Christmas Tree Lodge: “So, have you moved on? Or do you still love her?”
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average rating: 4.09
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]]> <![CDATA[The Christmas Clue to Finding You (Mistletoe Square)]]> 64977623 104 Pepper Basham Jodi 5 4.43 2022 The Christmas Clue to Finding You (Mistletoe Square)
author: Pepper Basham
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.43
book published: 2022
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[Life Flight (Extreme Measures, #1)]]> 58718972
In the ensuing days, Penny finds herself under attack. And when news reaches Holt that he may not have gotten his man after all, it will take all he and Penny have to catch a killer--before he catches one of them.]]> 332 Lynette Eason 1493434160 Jodi 5 4.46 2022 Life Flight (Extreme Measures, #1)
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.46
book published: 2022
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[The Anonymous Bride (Texas Boardinghouse Brides #1)]]> 41969828 370 Vickie McDonough Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.54 2010 The Anonymous Bride (Texas Boardinghouse Brides #1)
author: Vickie McDonough
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.54
book published: 2010
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]]> <![CDATA[The Light of Bethlehem: A Story of Hope and Light - Nativity Story Novel (Christmas Series Book 9)]]> 222128935 Experience the Nativity story like never before.

Step into the timeless story of Bethlehem with this deeply human retelling of the Nativity. The Light of Bethlehem invites readers to witness the miracle through the eyes of those who were there—Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and the wise men. This novel beautifully captures their courage, love, and sacrifice, weaving a rich tapestry of hope and resilience.

In this fresh and inspiring retelling, the beloved Nativity narrative comes alive in unexpected ways. Feel the warmth of the stable, the awe of the star-lit sky, and the unwavering hope that brought light into the darkest times.

A story of faith, humanity, and the power of light—this is a Nativity like you've never experienced before.

Join the journey to Bethlehem. Order your copy today.]]> Dinesh Deckker Jodi 0 currently-reading 0.0 The Light of Bethlehem: A Story of Hope and Light - Nativity Story Novel (Christmas Series Book 9)
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]]> <![CDATA[Naked Grace: A Quest For Clarity In A World Of Confusion]]> 213937995 212 Lucas Kitchen Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.12 Naked Grace: A Quest For Clarity In A World Of Confusion
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]]> <![CDATA[A Bride of Convenience (The Bride Ships, #3)]]> 50045526
Pastor to miners in the mountains, Abe Merivale discovers an abandoned baby during a routine visit to Victoria and joins efforts with Zoe, one of the newly arrived bride-ship women, to care for the infant. While there, he's devastated by the news from his fiancee in England that she's marrying another man.

With mounting pressure to find the baby a home, Zoe accepts a proposal from a miner of questionable character after he promises to help her locate her brother. Intent on protecting Zoe and frustrated by his failed engagement, Abe offers his own hand as groom. After a hasty wedding, they soon realize their marriage of convenience is not so convenient after all.]]> 352 Jody Hedlund 1493425218 Jodi 5 4.46 2020 A Bride of Convenience (The Bride Ships, #3)
author: Jody Hedlund
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.46
book published: 2020
rating: 5
read at: 2024/12/08
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]]> <![CDATA[It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Murder (Celebrate the Season With a Mystery Book 3)]]> 221434943 142 Ann Stang Jodi 0 currently-reading 3.97 It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Murder (Celebrate the Season With a Mystery Book 3)
author: Ann Stang
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]]> <![CDATA[Oath of Honor (Blue Justice #1)]]> 35863214
Determined to discover exactly what happened, Izzy's investigation sends her headfirst into a criminal organization, possibly with cops on the payroll--including someone from her own family. With her dead partner's handsome homicide detective brother Ryan shadowing her every move, Izzy's head is spinning. How can she secure justice for her partner when doing so could mean sending someone she loves to prison? And how will she guard her heart when the man she's had a secret crush on for years won't leave her side?

With her signature fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat action, Lynette Eason invites readers into a captivating new series where justice is a family affair.]]> 370 Lynette Eason 1493412531 Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.51 2018 Oath of Honor (Blue Justice #1)
author: Lynette Eason
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.51
book published: 2018
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]]> <![CDATA[The Runaway Bride (The Bride Ships, #2)]]> 52545642
Vying for her hand are two very different men. Lieutenant Richard Drummond is a gentleman in the Navy and is held in high esteem. Peter Kelly is the town's baker and has worked hard to build a thriving business. He and Drummond not only compete for Arabella's affections, but clash over their views of how the natives should be treated in the midst of a smallpox outbreak.

As Arabella begins to overcome her fears, she discovers someone in dire need—a starving girl abandoned by her tribe. Intent on helping the girl, Arabella leans on Peter's advice and guidance. Will she have the wisdom to make the right decision or will seeking what's right cost both her and Peter everything?]]> 384 Jody Hedlund 1493422847 Jodi 5 4.47 2020 The Runaway Bride (The Bride Ships, #2)
author: Jody Hedlund
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.47
book published: 2020
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[Target Acquired (Lake City Heroes Book #2): (Christian Suspense Thriller with Mystery and Clean Romance)]]> 206207051 299 Lynette Eason 1493445510 Jodi 5 4.60 2024 Target Acquired (Lake City Heroes Book #2): (Christian Suspense Thriller with Mystery and Clean Romance)
author: Lynette Eason
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.60
book published: 2024
rating: 5
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]]> The Way It Should Be 54447685
Meanwhile, Eve may have a real chance to start over this time with the help of Tiff Bradley, who's dedicated to helping women everyone else has given up on after facing a heartbreaking tragedy in her own family.]]> 351 Christina Suzann Nelson 1493429930 Jodi 5 4.54 2021 The Way It Should Be
author: Christina Suzann Nelson
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.54
book published: 2021
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[Double Take (Lake City Heroes, #1)]]> 181857579
Physician Assistant Lainie Jackson is eighteen months out from an attempted murder perpetrated by her ex, which ended when she managed to grab the weapon and shoot him. When he appears to have survived and is back to finish the job he started, Lainie insists it's not possible. But someone keeps trying to kill her, and she keeps seeing his face.

Together, Lainie and James must work together to find out who, exactly, is after her and why he wants her dead. And failure is not an option.

USA Today bestselling author Lynette Eason will leave you breathless with this fast-paced first book in a brand-new series.]]> 314 Lynette Eason Jodi 5 4.47 2024 Double Take (Lake City Heroes, #1)
author: Lynette Eason
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.47
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rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[Hidden Danger: Christian Romantic Suspense (Discipleship series Book 1)]]> 217983130
The next morning, she visits ex-military officer turned security guard, Nick Lancaster. He listens intently to Emily, but dismisses her claim of foul play as a hunter carrying a deer. Finally, after he sees a freshly dug hole in Emily’s yard and finds two more in the woods, he agrees—there’s suspicious activity. Then he and Emily embark on a mission exposing murder and a far-reaching sinister plot, neither suspecting danger can bring romance.]]> 196 Gail Pallotta Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.12 Hidden Danger: Christian Romantic Suspense (Discipleship series Book 1)
author: Gail Pallotta
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.12
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]]> <![CDATA[The Vanishing at Castle Moreau]]> 61267755
In the present day, Cleo Clemmons is hired by the grandson of American aristocratic family the Tremblays to help his matriarchal grandmother face her hoarding in the dilapidated Castle Moreau. But when Cleo uncovers more than just the woman's stashes of collectibles, a century-old mystery of disappearance, insanity, and the dust of the old castle's curse threatens to rise again, and this time, leave no one alive to tell its sordid tale.

Fan-favorite Jaime Jo Wright draws readers into a seamlessly woven dual-time tale of suspense, mystery, romance, and redemption.]]> 352 Jaime Jo Wright 1493440608 Jodi 5 4.24 2023 The Vanishing at Castle Moreau
author: Jaime Jo Wright
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.24
book published: 2023
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[A Reluctant Bride (The Bride Ships, #1)]]> 43899486
Wealthy and titled Joseph Colville leaves home and takes to the sea in order to escape the pain of losing his family. As ship's surgeon, he's in charge of the passengers' welfare aboard the Tynemouth, including sixty brides-to-be. He has no immediate intention of settling down, but when Mercy becomes his assistant, the two must fight against a forbidden love.

With hundreds of single men congregating on the shore eager to claim a bride from the Tynemouth, will Mercy and Joseph lose their chance at true love, or will they be able to overcome the obstacles that threaten to keep them apart?]]> 329 Jody Hedlund 1493418688 Jodi 5 4.43 2019 A Reluctant Bride (The Bride Ships, #1)
author: Jody Hedlund
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.43
book published: 2019
rating: 5
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]]> Looking for Leroy: A Novel 59065080 "No one writes clean contemporary romance quite like Melody Carlson."--Library Journal ***It's Brynna Phillips is done with men. They only break your heart. But just when she makes this declaration, her friend Jan convinces Brynna to join her on a camping vacation in Sonoma Wine Country. As they wind their way toward their destination, spanking-new mini camper in tow, Brynna recalls her teenage camp romance with a boy named Leroy. How can it have been nearly 30 years ago? All she remembers is that Leroy was a genuinely good guy and that his family owned a vineyard--in Sonoma. She doesn't even remember his last name. Jan insists they look for him, and the search begins.Beyond the slim chance they'd ever be able to find him are questions that have haunted Brynna for decades, including What is the point of digging up the past? and Can Leroy ever forgive me for losing touch?Bestselling author Melody Carlson invites you on a trip to rediscover the carefree days of youth and, just maybe, to get a second chance at love.***"A sweet toast to second chances."--Booklist "This sweet romance satisfies."--Publishers Weekly]]> 302 Melody Carlson 1493434233 Jodi 5 4.18 Looking for Leroy: A Novel
author: Melody Carlson
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.18
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]]> <![CDATA[Project Scrooge (Christmas in Garland Collection)]]> 49183893 Can Scrooge find love from a friendship gone cold?

Sanford Stone cut ties with his best friend, Natalie, in favor of the love of his life � a woman who ended up walking out on him just before Christmas. Six years later, Sanford can’t bring himself to celebrate Christ’s birth with any joy. Little does he know, his grandmother and her companions have dubbed him the Scrooge and intend to help him overcome his bitterness and find happiness again.

The only thing that has hurt Natalie Dunivan more than Sanford cutting her out of his life has been watching his long-held grudges slowly destroy the man she has always loved. Together with Ms. Carol, Natalie devises a plan to reach out to Sanford.

Sanford accepts his grandmother’s challenge to celebrate Christmas for 31 straight days, but he doesn’t count on her plan involving Natalie. Can his family and friends help their Scrooge see the error of his ways, or will Natalie’s presence only make things worse?

Project Scrooge is a cozy, small-town, Christian romance perfect for those who enjoy close proximity, ex-best friend, grumpy/sunshine romances.Buy today and get lost in this heartwarming story of forgiveness and love!



Christmas A Christmas Carol Retelling Friends to More Romance Romantic Comedy Grumpy/Sunshine Ex-Best Friends Forgiveness Close ProximitySmall Town Christmas ActivitiesMistletoe Kiss ]]> 151 A.M. Heath Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.46 2019 Project Scrooge (Christmas in Garland Collection)
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.46
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]]> <![CDATA[The Premonition at Withers Farm]]> 60767400
In the present day, life has not developed the way Molly Wasziak dreamed. Facing depression after multiple miscarriages, Molly is adapting to her husband's purchase of a new farm. A search for a family tree pulls Molly deep into a vintage web of deceptions, made more mysterious by the disturbing shadows and sounds in the old farmhouse.

Perliett fights for her life, and Molly seeks renewed purpose for hers as she uncovers the records of the dead. Will their voices be heard, or will time silence their truths forever?]]> 400 Jaime Jo Wright 1493439162 Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.24 2022 The Premonition at Withers Farm
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average rating: 4.24
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]]> <![CDATA[Night Falls on Predicament Avenue]]> 181857664
A century later, Norah Richman is living out her late-twin's dream of running their great aunt's bed-and-breakfast on Predicament Avenue--a place Norah believes nothing good can come out of after her sister's abduction and murder thirteen years ago. Her first guest is a crime historian and podcaster, and Norah resolves to stay far away from the charming and enigmatic man--until another guest is found dead. As they dig deeper, something sinister unfurls that will reveal an ominous unknown far greater than the possibility of death itself.]]> 344 Jaime Jo Wright 1493445340 Jodi 5 4.31 2024 Night Falls on Predicament Avenue
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average rating: 4.31
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]]> <![CDATA[All You Need is Fudge (Candy-Coated, #4)]]> 27405233
Sailing Into Murder

The annual yacht race off the coast of Mackinac Island, Michigan, is a highlight of the summer season, and Allie is pulling out all the stops making chocolate centerpieces for the occasion. Unfortunately, she and her bichonpoo, Mal, also pull a dead body from the murky waters of the marina. When Allie's boyfriend's sister becomes the prime suspect, Allie dives into investigating the murder herself. Amid bitter feuds and hushed-up scandals, the courageous candymaker quickly gets in over her head. Someone is trying to fudge the facts to keep a secret worth killing for. . .

]]> 210 Nancy CoCo 1496701631 Jodi 0 to-read 4.10 2016 All You Need is Fudge (Candy-Coated, #4)
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.10
book published: 2016
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]]> <![CDATA[On the Cliffs of Foxglove Manor]]> 55919940 1885.
Adria Fontaine has been sent to recover goods her father pirated on the Great Lakes during the war. But when she arrives at Foxglove Manor--a stone house on a cliff overlooking Lake Superior--Adria senses wickedness hovering over the property. The mistress of Foxglove is an eccentric and seemingly cruel old woman who has filled her house with dangerous secrets, ones that may cost Adria her life.

Present day.
Kailey Gibson is a new nurse's aide at a senior home in a renovated old stone manor. Kidnapped as a child, she has nothing but locked-up memories of secrets and death, overshadowed by the chilling promise from her abductors that they would return. When the residents of Foxglove start sharing stories of whispers in the night, hidden treasure, and a love willing to kill, it becomes clear this home is far from a haven. She'll have to risk it all to banish the past's demons, including her own.]]> 364 Jaime Jo Wright 1493431552 Jodi 5 Wow!

This is my favorite book by Jaime Jo Wright and I have read several of her books. The intriguing weave of old gold and greed between 2 time periods spanning through generations. ]]> 4.25 2021 On the Cliffs of Foxglove Manor
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.25
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Wow!

This is my favorite book by Jaime Jo Wright and I have read several of her books. The intriguing weave of old gold and greed between 2 time periods spanning through generations.
]]> <![CDATA[The Girl Next Door Rescue (Texas Hotline #4)]]> 56481832
Lincoln Hudson has been recruited to run the K9 unit in Heart Lake, Texas. He feels like the luckiest guy on the planet to discover his neighbor is the rising DIY blogging sensation, The Perfect Fix. She’s talented, entertaining, and hot! Unfortunately, she makes it clear she’s a self-made, self-sufficient woman who doesn’t need a man in her life.

But Lincoln didn’t get to where he's at by giving up easily. He’s determined to convince the woman he’s fast falling in love with that a guy with his skill set is worth having around � especially during tornado season!

Grab your copy of THE GIRL NEXT DOOR RESCUE and be swept into the heart-pounding clash of hearts and wills in this sweet romantic suspense story!

Second This book was previously included in the Disaster City Search and Rescue Series. It has since been revised and recovered for the Texas Hotline Series.]]> 214 Jo Grafford Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.61 The Girl Next Door Rescue (Texas Hotline #4)
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]]> <![CDATA[Shielding the Amish Witness (Love Inspired Suspense)]]> 55282535 Seeking refuge in Amish country

puts everyone she loves in danger.

On the run after discovering her brother-in-law was behind her husband’s murder, Faith Cooper can think of only one safe place—her Amish grandmother’s home. But when danger follows Faith to the quiet Amish community, her childhood friend Eli Shetler is her only protection. And their survival depends on outlasting a relentless killer…one who has nothing left to lose.

USA TODAY Bestselling Author Mary Alford

From Harlequin Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.]]> 168 Mary Alford 1488072299 Jodi 4 4.23 Shielding the Amish Witness (Love Inspired Suspense)
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average rating: 4.23
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]]> <![CDATA[The Last Chance Cowboy (Colorado Cowboys, #5)]]> 62600164 With danger drawing ever closer, their only hope of saving their futures lies in each other.

As a midwife, Catherine Remington is successful in bringing new life into the world, but she's failed one too many times in finding true love. When she's accused of a murder she didn't commit, she's forced to flee and decides to run away to Colorado to honor a patient's dying wish to deliver a newborn infant to his father.

The repentant prodigal Dylan McQuaid is finally back in Fairplay. Elected as sheriff, he's doing his best to prove to the town he's a changed man and worthy of their trust. When a woman shows up with an infant son he didn't know he had, Dylan is left with only complicated choices on what to do next.

Having grown attached to Dylan's son, Catherine doesn't want to part ways with the infant, but what she doesn't bargain for is how easily she'll fall for the charming rogue, or how quickly her past will catch up with her and put their love and lives in danger.]]> 352 Jody Hedlund 1493440578 Jodi 0 4.56 2023 The Last Chance Cowboy (Colorado Cowboys, #5)
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.56
book published: 2023
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]]> <![CDATA[Falling for the Cowgirl (Colorado Cowboys #4)]]> 61178962 332 Jody Hedlund 1493439065 Jodi 5 4.45 2022 Falling for the Cowgirl (Colorado Cowboys #4)
author: Jody Hedlund
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.45
book published: 2022
rating: 5
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]]> Over the Edge 209351063
Police detective Jack Tucker doesn't know what to make of her story, especially when her elusive enemy leaves no evidence behind to lend credence to her claims. Yet the more he gets to know the appealing personal chef, the more he's convinced someone is targeting not only her sanity, but her life.

And unless they can figure out who is behind the campaign to undermine her credibility, a murderer could slip away--leaving more than one body in his or her wake.

With her signature spellbinding style, the bestselling and award-winning "queen of inspirational romantic suspense" (Library Journal) delivers another riveting tale that will keep you turning pages long into the night.]]> 368 Irene Hannon 0800741897 Jodi 0 to-read 4.15 2024 Over the Edge
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average rating: 4.15
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]]> <![CDATA[To Tame a Cowboy (Colorado Cowboys, #3)]]> 59932645 341 Jody Hedlund 1493437267 Jodi 5 4.60 2022 To Tame a Cowboy (Colorado Cowboys, #3)
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.60
book published: 2022
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[The Lost Boys of Barlowe Theater]]> 123005773
Decades later, Kit Boyd's best friend vanishes during a ghost walk at the Barlowe Theater, and old stories of mysterious disappearances and ghoulish happenings are revived. When television ghost-hunting host and skeptic Evan Fisher engages Kit in the quest to identify the truth behind the theater's history, Kit reluctantly agrees to work with him in hopes of also finding out what happened to her friend. As the theater's curse begins to unravel Kit's own life, she sets out not only to save the historical building and her friend, but to end the pattern of evil that has marked their hometown for a century.

In this atmospheric dual-time tale, two women--separated by a century yet bound by the ghosts of the past--pursue light in the face of darkness.]]> 384 Jaime Jo Wright 1493443739 Jodi 5 4.38 2023 The Lost Boys of Barlowe Theater
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.38
book published: 2023
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[Checkmate (The Patrick Bowers Files #7)]]> 22024467 In Checkmate, critically acclaimed novelist Steven James offers the final, chilling chapter in his bestselling series, The Bowers Files.

When a clandestine FBI facility is attacked, Special Agent Patrick Bowers is drawn into the vicious, ruthless story that a killer from his past is bent on telling the world.

Clues lead to long forgotten secrets buried deep beneath uptown Charlotte, North Carolina. Now, Bowers is caught up in trying to stop one of the most deadly attacks ever planned on American soil.

Smart, tense and full of mind-bending twists and turns, Checkmate explodes onto the scene, bringing The Bowers Files to a climactic and unforgettable conclusion.]]> 407 Steven James 0698140192 Jodi 5 4.57 2014 Checkmate (The Patrick Bowers Files #7)
author: Steven James
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.57
book published: 2014
rating: 5
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]]> A Calling for Phoebe 57815697
A historical Christian romance from author Jenifer Carll-Tong.

Ministry minded Phoebe Albright has never concerned herself with the frivolities of love. She is fully committed to becoming a pastor, with or without a husband. Nothing will deter her, not even her childhood nemesis turned handsome Michigan State Constable.

Will Caffey has never wavered in his faith, not even during his darkest hours in the French trenches of the Great War. But when a new post assignment pulls him away from the one thing he knows God has promised him, the love of the stubborn and feisty middle Albright sister, Will must once again trust in God for his future.

Even as Will's consistent adoration begins to break through the invisible walls Phoebe has erected, tragedy and a handsome stranger threaten to upheave the calling she has worked so hard to fulfill. Can Phoebe allow herself to love, or will she answer God's call on her life and push away the one man who has loved her his entire life?

Buy A Calling for Phoebe, the third book in the Love in Lansing series, today!]]> 384 Jenifer Carll-Tong 1733682244 Jodi 5 4.75 A Calling for Phoebe
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average rating: 4.75
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]]> <![CDATA[The Heart of a Cowboy (Colorado Cowboys Book #2)]]> 57503716
After watching his ma suffer and die in childbirth, Flynn McQuaid has sworn off women and marriage forever. Headed west to start a new life, he has his hands full not only taking care of his younger siblings but also delivering cattle to his brother. He doesn't need more complications.

When Flynn rescues Linnea from drowning during a river crossing, Dr. Powell promptly hires Flynn--unbeknownst to Linnea--to act as her bodyguard for the rest of the trip. As Flynn fights against the many dangers of the trail, he soon finds himself in the greatest danger of all--falling for a woman he's determined not to love.]]> 363 Jody Hedlund 1493433849 Jodi 5 4.54 2021 The Heart of a Cowboy (Colorado Cowboys Book #2)
author: Jody Hedlund
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.54
book published: 2021
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[A Cowboy for Keeps (Colorado Cowboys Book, #1)]]> 54920595 333 Jody Hedlund 149342999X Jodi 0 4.40 2021 A Cowboy for Keeps (Colorado Cowboys Book, #1)
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.40
book published: 2021
rating: 0
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]]> <![CDATA[Avoiding Esther (Love in Lansing #2)]]> 50118075 A jilted bride. A wounded soldier. A best friend that stands in the way of their love.

A historical Christian romance from author Jenifer Carll-Tong.

Life ruined john Ward for any woman long before the Great War ruined him physically, but he might be willing to make an exception for the pretty blonde from the seedy speakeasy. However, when he discovers that the beauty is the long-time love of his best friend, he resigns himself to avoiding her at all cost.

Twice jilted Esther Albright is determined to trust God with her future, even if that future leaves her a spinster. But when a brooding news reporter comes to town, his hazel eyes and arrogant smirk test Esther's resolve to remain single.

Avoiding love isn't easy. Mutual attraction and fate keep drawing John and Esther together, until tragedy brings home the one person that could keep them apart. Will John find a way to accept love, from God and from Esther, or will mistaken identity and loyalty to a friend make him walk away from both.

Buy Avoiding Esther , the second book in the Love in Lansing series, today!]]> 332 Jenifer Carll-Tong 1733682236 Jodi 5 4.62 Avoiding Esther (Love in Lansing #2)
author: Jenifer Carll-Tong
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average rating: 4.62
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]]> Just for the Summer 182094236
The solution to both their problems seems obvious. Just for the summer, they'll swap jobs and lifestyles. But they never anticipated swapping love interests . . .

In this fabulous new twist on an age-old fable, award-winning and bestselling author Melody Carlson introduces you to two career-focused women who are about to discover that there's more to finding happiness than just switching up the scenery.]]> 288 Melody Carlson 0800744713 Jodi 5 3.44 2024 Just for the Summer
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name: Jodi
average rating: 3.44
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]]> <![CDATA[What We Hide (Tupelo Grove #1)]]> 201335482
When Hez turns up in her classroom asking for a second chance, she rejects the idea immediately. But twenty-four hours later she’s under suspicion for murder, and since Hez is the best attorney she knows, she reluctantly asks him for help. They suspect the murder is tied to someone selling off the university’s pre-Columbian artifacts, but the secrets go much deeper than they realize.

The only hope they’ve got is each other, and they’re going to have to put their past behind them if they’re going to stay alive long enough to uncover all that’s hidden.]]> 368 Colleen Coble 0840711980 Jodi 5 4.03 2024 What We Hide (Tupelo Grove #1)
author: Colleen Coble
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.03
book published: 2024
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[Second Time Around (Clean Childhood Crush Contemporary Romance Set in Oregon)]]> 61151453
When empty nester Mallory Farrell inherits her grandmother's run-down tourist shop in Seaport, Oregon, it seems the only sensible thing to do is to sell it. But when her former secret crush, Grayson Matthews, wants to buy the property in order to complete his plans to redevelop the funky town's business district into a soulless, cookie-cutter outdoor mall, Mallory digs in her heels and decides to renovate the property herself.

With a lot of hard work and a little bit of help, Mallory makes incredible progress turning the store into an eclectic home décor shop called Romancing the Home--all while trying to ignore the depressing and decrepit apartment she's living in on the second floor. When the shop catches the eye of a popular renovation TV show producer, Mallory is thrilled--until it becomes clear that her apartment is to be part of the segment as well.

She's tempted to abandon her dreams and the town under a cloud of shame. But perhaps there's more to Grayson than meets the eye. Can he swallow his pride, change his plans, and help Mallory romance her own home--and possibly her life?]]> 304 Melody Carlson 0800739760 Jodi 4 3.98 2023 Second Time Around (Clean Childhood Crush Contemporary Romance Set in Oregon)
author: Melody Carlson
name: Jodi
average rating: 3.98
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rating: 4
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]]> <![CDATA[How to Not Fall for Your Best Friend]]> 54379252
Peyton Abernathy wants to get married, and she’s ready to do something drastic about it. Like getting over her fear of making bad choices. She wants someone responsible, adventurous, resourceful, and inspiring. Someone who feels like peace and acceptance and home.

Someone exactly like her best friend, Max Peyton.

Except not Max.

Because that one time a year ago when she accidentally almost kissed him, he said he loves her like a sister. Like a sister. So yeah, she isn’t about to fall for her best friend. (Again.) Besides, Max told her that he doesn’t want to get married to anyone. Ever. Sure, it could’ve been the effects of his last relationship talking, but she is fairly sure he means it.

That’s okay, because she has a plan to find her perfect man. She and Max both need dates for a friend’s wedding, so she talks Max into a little competition—to see who can go on the highest number of dates, each with a different person, all within the span of one week. And by the end, each of them will ask their favorite to be their date at the wedding.

It’s a brilliant plan; she’s sure of it. Seven days and that perfect wedding date will hopefully turn into happily ever afters for both of them.

The plan is so good it is practically foolproof.]]> 209 Meg Easton Jodi 5 4.26 How to Not Fall for Your Best Friend
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]]> <![CDATA[How to Not Fall for the Wrong Guy]]> 53359377 When their jobs collide and their personalities clash, falling in love isn’t expected.

Bex Stirling knows what she wants, how she wants it, and definitely isn’t afraid to go get it. Her bold personality is how she expanded her YouTube audience to over two million subscribers. If she were to fall in love, it’d have to be with the right guy—someone who is easy-going, chill, and up for anything.

So, basically, everything that Roman Powell is not.

Roman is every bit as strong-willed and driven as Bex is. With him at the helm of his company, he grew it enough to earn him a spot on the cover of Business Success magazine’s “Top 10 Young (and Single) CEOs� edition. But he isn’t stoked about the unwanted attention on his personal life.

Between Bex’s viewers begging her to interview the drool-worthy CEO and Roman’s staff being convinced that Bex has an audience that’s perfect for their new app, Bex and Roman agree to work closely for a six-part interview. Unfortunately, they’ve met before, and they know enough about each other that neither is thrilled about working together.

Despite her viewers� very vocal support of the two of them dating, Bex is still convinced she’ll have no problem at all not falling for the wrong guy.]]> 242 Meg Easton Jodi 5 4.37 How to Not Fall for the Wrong Guy
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.37
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]]> <![CDATA[The King (The Patrick Bowers Files, #6)]]> 18160661
Patrick Bowers has pursued the nation’s fiercest serial killers—and now one elusive foe is back for revenge.

Settling into a new post at the FBI academy, Patrick and his fiancée, Lien-hua Jiang, are planning their future together with his stepdaughter, Tessa.

But just when his life seems normal, a demon from the past returns to draw him down a dark road he hoped had closed forever. Forced into a desperate hunt to save the two women he loves most, Patrick is in a race against time to stop an international conspiracy from becoming the most widespread act of terrorism in U.S. history.]]> 512 Steven James 1101613793 Jodi 5 4.43 2013 The King (The Patrick Bowers Files, #6)
author: Steven James
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.43
book published: 2013
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[Mountain Ambush (Echo Mountain #6)]]> 30375553
A search-and-rescue mission turns deadly when Dr. Kyle Spencer is nearly killed by an assailant in the mountains. And when EMT Maddie McBride saves the doctor just in time, they're both targetedbut no one knows why. One thing's clear, thoughfrom the moment Maddie finds Echo Mountain's most eligible bachelor left for dead, she can't stop thinking about him. But she's always been wary of the town's Dr. Dreamboat. And Spence's scarred heart's been shuttered since a childhood tragedy. As someone stalks the injured doctor's every move, though, Spence realizes that he needs the determined Maddie in his corner. However, he can't be sure their partnership will be enough to save themespecially against a seemingly all-knowing foe who's got them both in his deadly sights.

"]]> 224 Hope White 0373456824 Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.11 Mountain Ambush (Echo Mountain #6)
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]]> <![CDATA[Desert Secrets (Love Inspired Suspense)]]> 30687823
When aid worker Lexi Shannon is abducted at gunpoint in Mali, she quickly learns her kidnappers are really after her brother—and the money he's stolen. Landing at the secluded desert compound, ex-military pilot Colton Landry has a clear mission: rescue his brother, who's being held for ransom. But after discovering the kidnappers also have Lexi, there's no way he's leaving her behind. Their daring escape soon turns into a deadly chase when their plane is shot down, stranding them in the desert. Making a desperate run for the Moroccan border, Lexi and Colton must trust each other and rely on their strength and ingenuity to survive. But it may not be enough to outrun and outsmart their relentless pursuers…]]> 224 Lisa Harris 0373456883 Jodi 5 4.10 2017 Desert Secrets (Love Inspired Suspense)
author: Lisa Harris
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.10
book published: 2017
rating: 5
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]]> Matchmaker Payback 60887795
But Agnes refuses to accept the fact that Jessie doesn’t want or need her help. Nothing Jessie tries can make her mother quit interfering in her love life.

After years of being out of touch with her forever best friend El, Jessie runs into him again unexpectedly. Their friendship soon turns into a serious romance.

Agnes almost stops matchmaking. But when she learns that El belongs to a different denomination from hers and Jessie’s, she resumes her matchmaking efforts in earnest.

El’s mother convinces Agnes to obtaining counseling. Ostensibly for Agnes to learn how to make Jessie drop El and accept her help. But actually so Jessie and El can get the counselor to help them end her mother's matchmaking. What can they do when they discover he can’t play both sides of the fence?

Jessie needs to make her mother understand how her interference makes Jessie feel. And what better way to do that than for Jessie to punish her mother by attempting to matchmake her with a series of totally unsuitable men? Just as her mother had done to her.

That type of matchmaker payback has its drawbacks, however. As does the undesirable appearance of an equally undesirable woman from El’s past.

How can Jessie and El work their way through their various problems and finally reach the alter?]]> 221 Roger E. Bruner Jodi 0 to-read 4.50 Matchmaker Payback
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]]> <![CDATA[Saved by the Matchmaker (A Shanahan Match, #2)]]> 199454337
Sullivan O'Brien, a steamboat captain committed to aiding enslaved people on their path to freedom, is faced with an ultimatum from his father. Forced to marry or lose his livelihood, a marriage of convenience seems to be the only solution. As he and Enya face the trials of their pasts and a city consumed by fire, they must confront their deepest fears and learn to trust in love, even when darkness threatens to engulf them.

Bestselling author Jody Hedlund returns to 1800s St. Louis in this dramatic and stirring tale of resilience and love against all odds.]]> 352 Jody Hedlund 0764241974 Jodi 0 to-read 4.15 2024 Saved by the Matchmaker (A Shanahan Match, #2)
author: Jody Hedlund
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.15
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]]> <![CDATA[How to Not Fall for the Guy Next Door (How to Not Fall, #1)]]> 53198411 It’s hard to stay away when you’re next-door neighbors.

So what if the guy Addison Sparks had a crush on when she was thirteen just so happens to be her next-door neighbor when she moves across the country for a fresh start? And so what if she embarrasses herself in front of him...

Repeatedly.

If Ian Kendrick hadn’t grown up to be so good-looking, kind to his grandma, skilled at carpentry, and completely dateable, then it wouldn’t be so difficult to stay away from him.

Addison is just getting over a breakup, though, and Ian is, too. She doesn’t need the kind of awkwardness that would come from living next to someone who would surely be just a rebound if they ever dated.

Nope. What she needs is to make a list to constantly remind herself how to not fall for the guy next door.]]> 224 Meg Easton Jodi 5 4.03 2020 How to Not Fall for the Guy Next Door (How to Not Fall, #1)
author: Meg Easton
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.03
book published: 2020
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[Opening Moves (Patrick Bowers Files, #0)]]> 13542774
When he discovers that the shocking acts reference some of the most notorious and macabre killers in our nation's history, the investigation spirals into a nightmare of manipulation, brutality, and terror.]]> 512 Steven James 0451237765 Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.39 2012 Opening Moves (Patrick Bowers Files, #0)
author: Steven James
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average rating: 4.39
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]]> <![CDATA[The Queen (The Patrick Bowers Files, #5)]]> 12398856 529 Steven James 1441234004 Jodi 5 4.36 2011 The Queen (The Patrick Bowers Files, #5)
author: Steven James
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.36
book published: 2011
rating: 5
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]]> Fragile Designs 123981710 There’s only one thing more dangerous than family secrets.

Since her police-officer husband Eric’s mysterious murder, Carly Harris has been struggling to support herself and their infant son. Her career as an antique dealer isn’t sustainable, nor is her dream of becoming a novelist. So when her grandmother proposes she and her two sisters restore the family’s large Beaufort home and turn it into a bed-and-breakfast, she immediately gets to work clearing out the house. In the process, she uncovers a family secret that Eric kept hidden. And an heirloom that the wrong person wouldn’t hesitate to kill for.

Homicide detective Lucas Bennett isn’t his neighbor’s biggest fan, not since she broke his brother’s heart years ago. But when Carly turns to Lucas for help, believing she’s found a lost Fabergé egg that would be worth millions and that could put her family’s lives in danger, he can’t help but get involved. Soon, they’re entangled in a mystery with threads that lead all the way to the Russian mafia. Lucas has gotten in deep, and while he trusts his ability to keep Carly and her family safe, he begins to realize he’s vulnerable to an unexpected kind of danger. And he’s helpless to stop the freefall. As they continue working closely together, Carly and Lucas realize they may have found something more precious than gold. Yet it’s only a matter of time before Carly—or, worse, someone she loves—gets hurt.

Contemporary romantic suspenseStand-alone novelBook approximately 90,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubs]]> 350 Colleen Coble 0785253831 Jodi 5 Great novel!

Colleen Coble never disappoints! What an exciting romantic suspense about the Faberge egg and unknown family secrets. Another must read from Colleen Coble.]]> 4.58 2024 Fragile Designs
author: Colleen Coble
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average rating: 4.58
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Great novel!

Colleen Coble never disappoints! What an exciting romantic suspense about the Faberge egg and unknown family secrets. Another must read from Colleen Coble.
]]> <![CDATA[Malibu Burning (Sharpe & Walker #1)]]> 61334564 For a professional criminal and a relentless arson investigator, fear and revenge spread like wildfire in a an incendiary thriller by #1 New York Times bestselling author Lee Goldberg.

Hell comes to Southern California every October. It rides in on searing Santa Ana winds that blast at near hurricane force, igniting voracious wildfires. Master thief Danny Cole longs for the flames. A tsunami of fire is exactly what he needs to pull off a daring crime and avenge a fallen friend.

As the most devastating firestorms in Los Angeles� history scorch the hills of Malibu, relentless arson investigator Walter Sharpe and his wild card of a new partner, Andrew Walker, a former US marshal, suspect that someone set the massive blazes intentionally, a terrifying means to an unknown end.

While the flames rage out of control, Danny pursues his brilliant scheme, unaware that Sharpe and Walker are closing in. But when they all collide in a canyon of fire, everything changes, pitting them against an unexpected enemy within an inescapable inferno.]]> 283 Lee Goldberg 1662500696 Jodi 5 4.25 2023 Malibu Burning (Sharpe & Walker #1)
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name: Jodi
average rating: 4.25
book published: 2023
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[The Bishop (The Patrick Bowers Files #4)]]> 18890326
This time it's a congressman's daughter who is found dead even as her killers launch a spree of perfect murders in the Northeast. With nothing to link the crimes to each other, Agent Bowers faces his most difficult case yet--even as his personal life begins to crumble around him.

Known for his intricately woven, masterfully plotted novels of high-octane action and spine-tingling suspense, Steven James delivers once again. The Bishop is a gripping, adrenaline-laced story for readers who are tired of timid thrillers. Strap on your seatbelt and get ready for a wild ride. The game is on.]]> 529 Steven James Jodi 5 4.40 2010 The Bishop (The Patrick Bowers Files #4)
author: Steven James
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.40
book published: 2010
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[Murder in Tuscany (Armstrong and Oscar Cozy Mystery, #1)]]> 62330075 A BRAND NEW COZY CRIME SERIES SET IN GORGEOUS TUSCANY…IT’S MURDER IN PARADISE!

A remote retreat�

Nestled high in the Tuscan hills lies Villa Volpone, home to renowned crime writer Jonah Moore and his creative writing course. It’s also the last place retired DCI Dan Armstrong expected to spend his retirement! Dan’s no writer, but maybe this break will help him to think about the next chapter in his own life story?

A gruesome murder�

But only days into the course, Jonah Moore is found stabbed to death with his award-winning silver dagger! And Dan finds himself pulled out of retirement with a killer to catch.

Eleven possible suspects.

The other guests all seem shocked by Jonah’s death, but Dan knows that one of them must be lying. And as he and Italian Commissario Virgilio Pisano begin to investigate it quickly becomes clear that everyone at Villa Volpone has secrets to hide�

But can Dan discover who the murderer is before they strike again?

A gripping new murder mystery series by bestselling author T.A. Williams, perfect for fans of Lee Strauss and Beth Byers.]]> 264 T.A. Williams 1804832162 Jodi 0 currently-reading 4.18 2022 Murder in Tuscany (Armstrong and Oscar Cozy Mystery, #1)
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average rating: 4.18
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]]> <![CDATA[The Knight (The Patrick Bowers Files #3)]]> 18890329 The Knight, the third installment in the bestselling series of thrillers featuring FBI criminologist Patrick Bowers, the stakes have never been higher.

Agent Bowers is used to tracking the country's most dangerous killers, but now it looks like a killer is tracking him. When he realizes the murderer is using clues from an ancient manuscript as a blueprint for his crimes, Bowers faces a race against time to decipher who the next victim will be and to stop the final shocking murder--which he's beginning to believe might be his own.

Gritty, chilling, and intense, this psychological thriller is guaranteed to keep readers up all night.]]> 466 Steven James 1441204431 Jodi 0 4.42 2009 The Knight (The Patrick Bowers Files #3)
author: Steven James
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.42
book published: 2009
rating: 0
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]]> Clementine (Clementine, #1) 517344 چاپ ۱۳۹۰
9789642220878]]> 144 Sara Pennypacker 0786838825 Jodi 4 3.94 2006 Clementine (Clementine, #1)
author: Sara Pennypacker
name: Jodi
average rating: 3.94
book published: 2006
rating: 4
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]]> In the Field of Grace 21546369 300 Tessa Afshar Jodi 5 4.54 2014 In the Field of Grace
author: Tessa Afshar
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.54
book published: 2014
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[Sandcastle Inn (Hope Harbor, #10)]]> 182094972
A trip to Oregon isn't in Matt Quinn's plans, either, until a perfectly timed appeal for help arrives from his sister. What better place to decompress after a shattering loss than a quiet, seaside town named Hope Harbor? But R&R isn't on the agenda when he arrives to find his sister's new enterprise on life support.

Vienna, however, may have just the skills needed to resuscitate the foundering B&B--if Matt can convince her to hang around long enough to mend an inn . . . and his heart.]]> 352 Irene Hannon 0800741927 Jodi 0 to-read 4.27 2024 Sandcastle Inn (Hope Harbor, #10)
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average rating: 4.27
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]]> <![CDATA[The Rook (The Patrick Bowers Files #2)]]> 18890330 Full of fast-paced action and mind-bending plot twists, The Rook is an adrenaline-laced page-turner that will keep readers up all night. Book 2 in the Bowers Files, this riveting look into the criminal mind is the perfect follow-up to James's well-reviewed The Pawn.]]> 497 Steven James Jodi 5 4.38 2008 The Rook (The Patrick Bowers Files #2)
author: Steven James
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.38
book published: 2008
rating: 5
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]]> Before We Were Yours 33154628 For readers of Orphan Train and The Nightingale comes a “thought-provoking [and] complex tale about two families, two generations apart . . . based on a notorious true-life scandal.�*

Memphis, 1939. Twelve-year-old Rill Foss and her four younger siblings live a magical life aboard their family’s Mississippi River shantyboat. But when their father must rush their mother to the hospital one stormy night, Rill is left in charge—until strangers arrive in force. Wrenched from all that is familiar and thrown into a Tennessee Children’s Home Society orphanage, the Foss children are assured that they will soon be returned to their parents—but they quickly realize the dark truth. At the mercy of the facility’s cruel director, Rill fights to keep her sisters and brother together in a world of danger and uncertainty.

Aiken, South Carolina, present day. Born into wealth and privilege, Avery Stafford seems to have it all: a successful career as a federal prosecutor, a handsome fiancé, and a lavish wedding on the horizon. But when Avery returns home to help her father weather a health crisis, a chance encounter leaves her with uncomfortable questions and compels her to take a journey through her family’s long-hidden history, on a path that will ultimately lead either to devastation or to redemption.

Based on one of America’s most notorious real-life scandals—in which Georgia Tann, director of a Memphis-based adoption organization, kidnapped and sold poor children to wealthy families all over the country—Lisa Wingate’s riveting, wrenching, and ultimately uplifting tale reminds us how, even though the paths we take can lead to many places, the heart never forgets where we belong.]]> 378 Lisa Wingate 0425284697 Jodi 5 4.51 2017 Before We Were Yours
author: Lisa Wingate
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.51
book published: 2017
rating: 5
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]]> <![CDATA[The Pawn (The Patrick Bowers Files #1)]]> 18879709 Cunning and lethal, the killer is always one step ahead of the law, and he's about to strike again. It will take all of Bowers's instincts and training to stop this man who calls himself the Illusionist. And just when the pieces start to come together, Bowers realizes they're not quite adding up. Can he unravel the pattern and save the next victim? Or will the Illusionist win the game by taking one of his opponent's pieces? Thrilling, chilling, and impossible to put down, The Pawn will hold suspense lovers in its iron grip until the very last page.]]> 401 Steven James 1441216235 Jodi 5 4.15 2007 The Pawn (The Patrick Bowers Files #1)
author: Steven James
name: Jodi
average rating: 4.15
book published: 2007
rating: 5
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]]> Impractically Yours 45916446
Ten years after her divorce, forty-year-old María is still distrustful of men. As if that’s not bad enough, her hypoglycemia turns her into a monster anytime she eats too much simple sugar or fails to eat when she’s supposed to.

Fifty-year-old Robbie is a bachelor and a practical joker. Even though he’s also a singer, a guitarist, and a songwriter, an old girlfriend’s betrayal has left him so distrustful of women that he’s no longer willing to share his music with anyone. Especially his new friend María.

Although Robbie and MarĂ­a trust each other enough to become best friends, the secrets each one is still hiding inhibit complete trust, making romance frustratingly slow in coming.

When Robbie plays an unintentionally thoughtless joke on MarĂ­a, it threatens to end their relationship.

Both of them want to save their friendship—and their finally-just-budding romance as well—but who can bring them together again?]]> 361 Roger E. Bruner Jodi 5 4.83 Impractically Yours
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