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The Amish Baker


Marie E. Bast - 2019
    A childless widow, Sarah can’t help falling for the boy…or his farmer father. But Caleb is progressive New Order Amish while Sarah holds traditional beliefs. Though they’re worlds apart, are they a perfect match?

Amish Triplets for Christmas


Carrie Lighte - 2017
    After arriving in the Amish community of Willow Creek to help with the fall harvest, Sawyer asks schoolteacher Hannah Lantz to be his nanny. With a deaf grandfather to care for, the offer is more than just a job for Hannah—it's a chance to fulfill her all-but-forgotten dream of being a mother. The children soon flourish under Hannah's watch, and though Sawyer never dreamed he'd find happiness again, he can't pretend he's not falling for her, too. But with the holiday season heralding Sawyer's return to Ohio, can he make his Christmas wish to stay a family come true?

His Hometown Girl


Jillian Hart - 2002
    Zach simply intended to lend a grease-stained hand and a sympathetic ear to a pal in need, and keep his secret longing to himself...Having narrowly escaped a loveless marriage, Karen was counting her blessings. Now she could transform herself into a woman worthy of being loved for all eternity. She never dreamed Mr. Right was waiting for her on the wrong side of the tracks, praying she'd see in his eyes what he didn't dare say...

A Dad for Her Twins


Lois Richer - 2015
    When her late husband's army buddy offers her a temporary haven at his family ranch in Buffalo Gap, Abby accepts the handsome cowboy's hospitality. She knows that Cade Lebret, an honorable man with a complicated life on the Double L, is just "doing the right thing." But when a needy foster child joins their makeshift family, Abby begins to see what a kind, loving father figure Cade is. Suddenly she's dreaming of making the Lebret family ranch her home forever. Family Ties: Bundles of joy bring couples together.

Always In Her Heart


Marta Perry - 2003
    In doing so, they discover their true purpose and true love. Original.

Lakeside Reunion


Lisa Jordan - 2011
    Five years ago, the cop jilted her to marry another woman, and Lindsey fled town. But no sooner does she hit city limits than Stephen pulls her over for a broken taillight. Despite the past, he's still able to stir up Lindsey's old feelings for him. Now a widower and single dad, Stephen recognizes a second chance when he sees one. And he'll do anything to make Lindsey trust in God and take a risk for love—again.

The Sisterhood of the Dropped Stitches


Janet Tronstad - 2007
    Fivecancer-free years later, we were still meetingweekly. To celebrate, we each set a goal forthe year. Lizabett dreamed of being a dancer, Becca needed an internship, Carly wanted herfirst pet and I, Marilee Davidson, challengedmyself to go on three dates.That was easier said than done. I hadn''t letany man get close to me since my diagnosis.But with the help of my friends, I put myselfout there...and learned that sometimes lovecan be found in the most unexpectedof places.

The Bachelor Boss


Judy Baer - 2012
    James didn't expect to meet her next employer by crashing into his new Mercedes. But she's in no financial shape to pass up the position that workaholic businessman Tyler Matthews offers: live-in caregiver to his grandmother. Hannah adores caring for feisty Lily, and her son's new room is every boy's dream. But her handsome boss hides his guarded heart behind ledgers and meetings. Underneath Tyler's tycoon exterior is a tender side that stirs her heart and hopes again. It'll take Hannah, an adorable little boy and one determined elderly woman to show him that family always provides the best care.

A Family Forever


Brenda Coulter - 2006
    The discovery of her unplanned pregnancy guaranteed those dreams would never be rebuilt.A KNIGHT IN A BIKE HELMETTall, husky cyclist Tucker Sharpe promised his dying brother he'd look after Shelby. When he learned there was a baby on the way, a marriage of convenience seemed his only option. But would love for the unborn child be enough to bring them -- and keep them -- together?

The Color of Courage


Patricia Davids - 2007
    Now a freakaccident would test the U.S. Army corporal'smettle once again. Desperate to save herbrother's injured horse, Lindsey placed hertrust in handsome veterinarian Brian Cutter.When Brian saw Lindsey pinned beneath thesteed, his only thought was to save her. Withhis own faith shaken by the death of his wife, he was amazed by this plucky female soldierwho gave her all personally and professionally.Inspired by Lindsey's commitment to kin andcountry, Brian soon found a love that made him feel truly blessed.

Seeking His Love


Carrie Turansky - 2010
    But when he must temporarily care for his niece, Cam opens his home. With no idea how to relate to a fourteen-year-old girl, he seeks the advice of the new Christian Youth theater director. He's touched when Rachel Clark gives his niece a scholarship--and teaches him a thing or two about teens...and love. But why is Rachel so secretive about her past? The truth threatens their fragile relationship yet promises to bring them closer to each other--and the Lord-- than either dreamed possible.

The Amish Spinster's Courtship


Emma Miller - 2019
    But what Lovey can’t accept is Marshall Byler’s claim that he fell in love with her at first sight. Now Marshall must defy everyone’s expectations— including his family’s—to prove his intentions once and for all.From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness, and hope. Experience more Amish romance in the rest of the Hickory Grove series:The Christmas CourtshipA Summer Amish CourtshipiAn Amish Holiday Courtship

A Rancher to Trust


Laurel Blount - 2020
    When tragedy makes Dan the guardian of little orphaned twins, he and Bailey are drawn back together. But can she forgive the past and open her heart to the family she’s always wanted?

An Accidental Hero


Loree Lough - 2003
    This is the first in Loree Lough's new Accidental Blessings trilogy about a gruff family patriarch and his beautiful daughters. In this first book, cowboy Reid Alexander and teacher Cammi Carlisle discover that crashing headlong into love can be a blessing!

Edmund Persuader


Stuart Shotwell - 2009
    He must unriddle the taunting mystery of her past, if he can; and he must use that discovered secret to win her with his most silver persuasions. It seems that all his efforts avail nothing, and the days and minutes allotted to his quest race away. Then fate or Providence slips a last chance into his hand . . .An epic, a romance, and a mystery, Edmund Persuader is the tale of a man both blessed and cursed by his powers of persuasion. Those powers seem to perform the greatest wonders when they work him ill, yet fail when he needs them most—until he can emerge from the depths of moral error and climb toward the exaltation of redeeming love.Note: This novel is complete in two volumes, distinguishable by the roman numeral I and II in the upper right corners.