Best of
Love-Inspired-Suspense

2018

The Baby Assignment


Christy Barritt - 2018
    But child psychologist Macy Mills doesn’t recognize little Addie, and someone’s dead set on abducting her…even if it costs Tanner’s and Macy’s lives. And with Addie and Macy as targets, Tanner’s new mission is to protect them both—at the risk of his own life and heart. Macy will do anything to help him find who’s after Addie, and make amends for her past mistakes. But for their reunion to become a second chance at love, they must find a way to survive the danger threatening to tear them apart.

Lawfully Betrothed


Ginny Sterling - 2018
    When a dark-haired boy sneaks into her favorite hiding spot, she isn’t sure if this was the beginning of a fairy tale, a blessing, or an evil curse. Captivated by the sincerity and earnestness in his kind eyes, she’s convinced that this boy was an angel sent from the heavens to show her life would be okay someday. When he pledges to marry her and gives her a ring made of grass… how could she ever say no? Now, two decades later…Faye is still waiting for her grey-eyed angel to return to her. Gabriel Reardon remembered that long-ago day fondly. That memory of an innocent pledge between children got him through the last twenty years of upheaval. He’d been coldly abandoned by his father, struggling for a chance at life and love. Now, he’s returned home as a Ranger and a widower. He is intent on subduing the cattle rustlers in the area and hoping to rekindle a childhood dream. Could it be that the two of them have missed their opportunity at happiness? Is the fairy tale over… or is this the very beginning of something beautiful? The Lawkeepers is a multi-author series alternating between historical westerns and contemporary westerns featuring law enforcement heroes that span multiple agencies and generations. Join bestselling authors Jenna Brandt, Lorana Hoopes and many others as they weave captivating, sweet and inspirational stories of romance and suspense between the lawkeepers — and the women who love them. The Lawkeepers is a world like no other; a world where lawkeepers and heroes are honored with unforgettable stories, characters, and love. ** Note: Each book in The Lawkeepers series is a standalone book, in a mini-series, and you can read them in any order.

Fatal Response (Love Inspired Suspense)


Jodie Bailey - 2018
    But with his heart still wounded, he refuses to risk falling for firefighter Erin Taylor again. As he puts his life on the line to guard her, though, he can’t keep his distance if he wants her to survive.

The Scarlet Wedding (Sage Creek Saga #1)


Lorana Hoopes - 2018
    Unable to leave men in danger, William mounts up and rides again. Will he be able to fulfill his duty and get back to Emma?Emma had no doubts when she said yes to William's proposal, but then things began happening to delay the wedding. When her sister gets sick, she wonders if these signs are God's way of telling her she shouldn't marry William. Will the two find their happily every after or will events out of their control tear them apart?  Find out in this Christian historical by clicking the button above.

Cold Case Cover-Up


Virginia Vaughan - 2018
    Now someone’s willing to kill to stop her investigation. And only secretive deputy Quinn Dawson, whose grandfather may have faked Dana’s death to protect her, can keep her safe. But a killer’s dead set on burying the past—and them—for good.

Love's Unending Grace


Jenna Brandt - 2018
    ONE WOMAN WILL FIGHT TO SAVE HER FAMILY WHILE ESTABLISHING TRUE LOVE. Melanie Reed is best friends with Karen Webber and has grown up around her brother Garrett. Recently, an attraction has surfaced between the friends, but as the new relationship starts to form, problems caused by the Great War and its aftermath, have reached a boiling point for the Reed family. Will the past traumas of the war destroy the future Melanie hopes to plan with Garrett?

Harlequin Love Inspired Suspense December 2018 - Box Set 2 of 2: Holiday Amnesia\Bodyguard for Christmas\Perilous Christmas Reunion


Lynette Eason - 2018
    She’ll have to depend on former CIA operative Toby Potter to stay alive until she remembers who is after her. BODYGUARD FOR CHRISTMASby Carol J. PostAfter someone tries to kidnap his little boy, single dad Colton Gale hires a bodyguard. And though he doesn’t expect the agency to assign his new neighbor, former soldier Jasmine McNeal, to his case, she’s as lethal as she is pretty, and she’ll risk everything to safeguard his child.PERILOUS CHRISTMAS REUNIONby Laurie Alice EakesThe last thing Lauren Wexler wants for Christmas is her escaped felon brother on her doorstep with bullets flying at him…or a reunion with US Marshal Christopher Blackwell, her ex-boyfriend. But deadly family secrets have put a target on her back, and only Chris can save her.

Fugitive Spy


Jordyn Redwood - 2018
    Ashley Drager learns he has a picture of her…and the same tattoo as her long-missing father. With a dangerous man after Casper, and his memories possibly holding the key to finding Ashley’s father, she secretly whisks him away from the hospital. But can she keep him alive long enough to help him regain his memories?

Lawfully Yours


Ginny Sterling - 2018
    They soon find out that life is no better alone on their own. With not a penny to their name and no job prospects, the siblings turn to stealing from the rich to survive. Constantly on the run from the law, the two know their days are numbered before the law catches up to them. Cade Singleton heard stories of the Jessup siblings preying on the rich. When the bounty is increased high enough to entice him into pursuing them, he wants nothing better than to make them see justice. When he finally catches up to them in a rural area just south of Dallas, Cade captures Emily and decides to use her for bait to apprehend her brother. Can this bounty hunter find it in his heart to see past Emily's lawless ways and be able to see the kind-hearted woman that lies beneath? Can Emily start over and be freed from her past through loving Cade? And will the Jessup siblings finally find redemption? The Lawkeepers is a multi-author series alternating between historical westerns and contemporary westerns featuring law enforcement heroes that span multiple agencies and generations. Join bestselling authors Jenna Brandt, Lorana Hoopes and many others as they weave captivating, sweet and inspirational stories of romance and suspense between the lawkeepers — and the women who love them. The Lawkeepers is a world like no other; a world where lawkeepers and heroes are honored with unforgettable stories, characters, and love. ** Note: Each book in The Lawkeepers series is a standalone book, in a mini-series, and you can read them in any order.

Lawfully Mine


Ginny Sterling - 2018
    They soon find out that life is no better alone on their own. With not a penny to their name and no job prospects, the siblings turn to stealing from the rich to survive. Constantly on the run from the law, the two know that their days are numbered before the law catches up to them. Ellen Holladay comes across a handsome 'farmer' in desperate search of his sister who has been kidnapped. But can a handsome face and winning smile hide the fact that he is obviously lying to her? When his sister, Emily, is found in the arms of bounty hunter, Cade Singleton - Eli's true identity is revealed. Elias willingly turns himself in to Holladay, in an effort to make peace with the woman that has captured his heart. In a strange twist, he suddenly married to her and sworn in as a bounty hunter himself. Can his new wife see past his previous sins, giving him the chance to start again? Can she accept her new husband and the dangers that being a Lawkeeper can bring? Is falling in love worth the risk … and the greatest reward?The Lawkeepers is a multi-author series alternating between historical westerns and contemporary westerns featuring law enforcement heroes that span multiple agencies and generations. Join bestselling authors Jenna Brandt, Lorana Hoopes and many others as they weave captivating, sweet and inspirational stories of romance and suspense between the lawkeepers — and the women who love them. The Lawkeepers is a world like no other; a world where lawkeepers and heroes are honored with unforgettable stories, characters, and love.** Note: Each book in The Lawkeepers series is a standalone book, in a mini-series, and you can read them in any order.

Lawfully Played


Annie Boone - 2018
    Her easy life hasn’t prepared her to be anything but a privileged society wife. When an opportunity falls in her lap, she can’t pass it up. A girl has to eat. Sheriff Zachery Maitland is intent on ridding wholesome Springville, Texas of the gambling outfit that’s taken hold. There’s a sinister feel to the man he suspects is running it and he’s digging in to find all the players. He vows to keep his town safe. When Zach meets Tess, he’s intrigued, yet wary. She’s with his main suspect and he can’t decide if she’s another victim or part of the scheme. He hopes she’s as innocent as she seems, but it could be part of her act. As he pulls back the layers of the case, he starts falling for Tess. The more he hears of her story, certain details don’t make sense. Is she just a terrible liar or is something else going on? Something even she doesn’t know about? HERO HEARTS is a multi-author series featuring both historical westerns and contemporary Christian romance. Join Annie Boone, Hayley Wescott and Kate Cambridge in a world unlike any other; a world where Heroes are honored with unforgettable characters and beautiful, Christian love stories. The authors of this series are committed to writing stories of faith, hope and love centered in fictional heroes who sacrifice daily to protect and save. A mix of historical and modern-day. We hope you enjoy the Hero Hearts Christian romance! Annie Boone, Hayley Wescott and Kate Cambridge ** Note: Each book in Hero Hearts is a standalone book, a mini-series of sorts, and you can read them in any order.

Tracking Danger


Terri Reed - 2018
    When they trace him to Jason Hargrove’s land, Serena and Ginger will have to team up with the reclusive rancher in order get their man.

Fatal Recall


Carol J. Post - 2018
    As they piece together her past, Tanner wonders what lies hidden in Paige's mind. And as the truth begins to emerge, it becomes clear that a ruthless enemy wants certain secrets to stay buried.

Secret Past


Sharee Stover - 2018
    She’s been in witness protection since childhood, and now her crime-lord father has found her. As bullets fly, US marshal Daniel Knight whisks her to safety—but not for long. Captured and held prisoner, only Katie can unearth her secret past…if she can survive long enough.

Framed for Christmas (Love Inspired Suspense)


Jaycee Bullard - 2018
    But there’s no other explanation for the illegal drugs in her trunk—or the deadly target on her back. Though former DEA agent Gideon Marshall has learned to stay guarded, he won’t let Dani go down without a fight. But can Gideon and his retired drug-sniffing dog make sure she survives long enough to clear her name?

Protected Secrets


Heather Woodhaven - 2018
    But before she can explore a possible reunion, Delaney must outsmart the deadly criminal organization tracking their every move. Can she shield them long enough to find the truth…and possibly become part of the family she’s falling for?

Mistaken Twin


Jodie Bailey - 2018
    The killer she’s been hiding from has found her…or has he? Police officer Wyatt Stephens vows to protect her, but he doesn’t trust that she’s telling him the whole truth. Is the killer after Jenna, or has he mistaken her for her dead twin?

Grave Peril


Mary Alford - 2018
    But when she arrives in her hometown, her uncle has vanished—and someone wants her dead. Jamie’s ex-boyfriend, CIA agent Gavin Dalton, is the only person she trusts…even if he believes her dad killed his father. But can he help her uncover a deadly conspiracy that goes deeper than anyone expected?

Love Renewed (Second Chance With You #2)


Lorana Hoopes - 2018
    She waited for him to return, but when the communication stopped, she married another. Unfortunately, that marriage wasn't a good fit. When she is asked to redecorate the Fields' winter lodge, she is hesitant at first, but after being assured Dillon won't be there, she takes the job.Dillon Fields thought he wanted to see the world, but ten years after leaving his hometown, he finds himself unable to commit to his relationship. After a bit of soul searching, he realizes it's because he's never gotten over his high school sweetheart, Kaitlyn. Unfortunately, he has no idea where she is now. He decides to spend the Christmas holiday with his mother at their lodge, but he gets more than he bargained for.Will Kaitlyn and Dillon get their second chance or will the past keep them apart? Find out by clicking above.Second Chance with You is a series written by a group of sweet, clean romance authors connected by the the idea that past loves, broken apart for a myriad of reasons, can be brought back together—some by chance, some by circumstance, some by choice.Love Renewed is part of the Second Chance with You series. All books in this series are standalone and can be read in any order.

Autumn's Doctor (Daughters of Samuel Fox Book 3)


Char Cauley - 2018
    They long for a child, but when all seems perfect in their world, tragedy strikes, leaving her loved ones to wonder if she or her unborn child will survive. Will their love overcome a smallpox epidemic, the illness of her beloved mother-in-law, and Autumn’s own tragic, freak accident? Publisher's Note: This addition to the Daughters of Samuel Fox series contains mild love scenes and power exchange between a husband and a wife.

The Scotsman's Heir (A Scotsman in America Book 5)


Laura Hart - 2018
    Her plans for the nursery as well as her resolve to stay independent clash with his protectiveness, leading to both humorous and difficult moments for them. The annual trip to Scotland forces Andrew to think seriously about how to give his child roots in both cultures. Finally, the birth of their son brings great joy to their families, who come together yet again both to celebrate the next generation of MacNeils and to share the American Thanksgiving tradition with the Scottish side of the family. How are Ria and Andrew going to keep their future as rich and vibrant as their early years have been? How will they keep the passion alive? The epilogue will give us a peek into their future. Publisher’s Note: This contemporary romance contains both explicit scenes and domestic discipline.

A First Christmas (The Alex and Anna Chronicles Book 3)


Joannie Kay - 2018
     Anna is shocked when she earns her first punishment as Alex’s wife, and she learns that being a second spouse is not always easy. Alex and Trevor are humbled when they see first-hand how much Stacy and Anna longed to be part of a family. Things are off to a good start for the Christmas holiday, but the path to true love doesn’t always run smooth… Publisher’s Note: This sweet romance contains elements of domestic discipline.

Sweet Meant To Be


Barbara McMahon - 2018
    The timing is perfect. She'll do the work, save every dime, and be well on her way for the next step when the job ends. Fending for herself is her new mantra, and no involvement is her new motto. No women allowed Connor can't believe his partner hired a woman for an all male construction crew site–what was he thinking? He'll soon send her packing. Or so he thinks until she proves invaluable. Still his policy is no women allowed and that means pretty petite one who tug at his heart strings. Another road he refuses to travel. Tragedy struck once. Conner won't open himself up to another possibility of unimaginable heartache. As for Dani, she knows better than to trust anyone. Is a two-month temporary job long enough to change their minds?

Timeless Obsession


Maggie Carpenter - 2018
    Though he yearns to spend time with her, and introduce her to the dark desires that live beneath his cool demeanor, whenever their paths cross she's with another man.Several years before, as Chloe sat waiting in an office for a friend, a tall, handsome, documentary filmmaker named Michael Bellamy passed by. He paused his step, caught her eye, and smiled. Her heart stopped. The inexplicable moment has stayed with her, and though she's tried to put him out of her mind, whenever she writes her naughty novels his image dances through her head as she pens the wicked, erotic scenes. Out of the blue a series of odd coincidences throw them together. Sparks fly and their chemistry burns white hot. As he sweeps her into a vortex of decadent passion she throws caution to the wind, but there's another woman in Michael's life, and she doesn't like to lose. If you enjoy breathtaking romance, light BDSM, and the possibility of ancient magic, you'll love this book. Scroll up and click the link today.* * *Brought to you by USA Today Bestselling Author Maggie Carpenter. * * * (NOTE: This novel was previously released under the title The Hourglass, but is now rewritten and re-edited.)

Fugitive Pursuit


Christa Sinclair - 2018
    Bounty hunter Zack Owen is bound by the law to turn her in, but Jamie’s story sways him to protect her instead. On the run together, Zack must face the personal price of falling for his fugitive.

Edinburgh Executive (Family Business Book 1)


Laura Hart - 2018
    It’s an outdated requirement, but it’s in the company’s founding documents. When her grandfather, the company’s CEO, sees no signs of her marrying, he brings in Gavin Kerr, his top executive from Scotland, to be his new right-hand man. Katie is horrified, not so much at the change in company hierarchy as by the fact that Gavin is the one man she’s been avoiding for almost a decade. They had a passionate affair in Scotland nine years ago, one that ended badly, and she’s carried a grudge against him ever since. Gavin never knew why Katie left Scotland so abruptly and is puzzled by her hostility. He needs to find out what’s going on, though, because they must now work together as Grandfather’s two top executives. Given their history, is that even possible? This is book one of the new Family Business series and reads as a standalone.

Amish Hideout


Maggie K. Black - 2018
    As a computer expert, leading a life off the grid isn’t easy for Celeste. But will staying in Jonathan’s childhood home save her…and convince them a future together is worth fighting for?

Credible Threat


Heather Woodhaven - 2018
    But her powerful family insists Kurt keep his relationship with Rebecca strictly professional…no matter how much he’s drawn to the feisty, fast-thinking beauty. Rebecca is sure the suspicious evidence she uncovered in her latest auditing case has put a target on her back. But staying ahead of those out to silence her is bringing her dangerously close to Kurt—and putting both their careers on the line. With the attacker closing in, can Rebecca and Kurt survive long enough to reveal the would-be killer’s secrets?

Amish Country Amnesia


Meghan Carver - 2018
    Even as Sarah’s feelings for him grow, they discover unknown assailants are after him—and Sarah and her little girl for helping him. But if he can remember who he is, he might just save all their lives.