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Good Girl, Bad Blood by Holly Jackson
NEW YORK TIMES. BESTSELLER - The highly anticipated sequel to the international bestseller, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder! More dark secrets are exposed in this addictive, true-crime fueled mystery. Pip is not a detective anymore. With the help of Ravi Singh, she released a true-crime podcast about the murder case they solved together last year...Categorized as:
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The Rosemary Beach Collection: Rush and Blaire by Abbi Glines
The Rosemary Beach Collection brings together Fallen Too Far, Never Too Far, and Forever Too Far, three sensational new adult novels by #1 New York Times bestselling author Abbi Glines. Fallen Too Far... -
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![Christy Miller Collection, Vol. 1 by Robin Jones Gunn]()
Christy Miller Collection, Vol. 1 by Robin Jones Gunn
Rated: 4.47 of 5 stars · 33 ratingsThe first nine books in the popular Christy Miller series are now available in three treasured volumes! Bestselling author Robin Jones Gunn packs each one with enough action, romance, and drama to keep you reading and wanting more. It all starts the summer Christy vacations on a California beach and meets two friends who change her life forever... -
![Coming Attractions by Robin Jones Gunn]()
Coming Attractions by Robin Jones Gunn
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsAre you serious? As graduation approaches, Katie Weldon is pretty sure she s ready for the word engaged to describe her relationship with Rick. But Eli seems to always be right there when she needs support. Rick is everything Katie s ever dreamed of, offering her stability and love. Eli, on the other hand, brings adventure, spontaneity, and a wild love for God... -
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#Holiday by Cambria Hebert
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 30 ratingsGivers gonna give…. Twas the night of game day,. And all through the town,. Lacey glittering snowflakes fluttered around. They clung to the roads, concealing everything with white. It was a beautiful #holiday sight. The paparazzi were out without any care,. In hopes to catch Romeo and Rimmel, rumored to be there. When out on the road there arose such a clatter...Categorized as:
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![There I Find Rest by Jessie Gussman]()
There I Find Rest by Jessie Gussman
Rated: 4.68 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsOn the shore of Lake Michigan, just up the road from Blueberry Beach is another small town. Strawberry Sands. A place of comfort. A place of rest and peace. A place where divorcee and single mom, Kim Tinsley, can go to try to make a new life for herself, raising her baby, while praying for her older child who has left the faith of her childhood and is questioning everything she’d ever taught her... -
![The Book Woman's Daughter by Kim Michele Richardson]()
The Book Woman's Daughter by Kim Michele Richardson
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 58 ratingsFrom the New York Times bestselling author of The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek! Bestselling historical fiction author Kim Michele Richardson is back with the perfect book club read following Honey Lovett, the daughter of the beloved Troublesome book woman, who must fight for her own independence with the help of the women who guide her and the books that set her free... -
![Say Goodbye for Now by Catherine Ryan Hyde]()
Say Goodbye for Now by Catherine Ryan Hyde
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 37 ratingsOn an isolated Texas ranch, Dr. Lucy cares for abandoned animals. The solitude allows her to avoid the people and places that remind her of the past. Not that any of the townsfolk care. In 1959, no one is interested in a woman doctor. Nor are they welcoming Calvin and Justin Bell, a newly arrived African American father and son...Categorized as:
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![Peculiar Treasures by Robin Jones Gunn]()
Peculiar Treasures by Robin Jones Gunn
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsA fresh start? Katie Weldon catches more than just the bouquet at the wedding of her best friend, Christy Miller. She also snags a job offer that launches her into an adventure she never imagined. Katie eagerly accepts the job as resident assistant at Rancho Corona University, only to find herself in a community of conflict... -
![Christmas with the Reeds by Tammy Falkner]()
Christmas with the Reeds by Tammy Falkner
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsIt's Christmas! The Reeds have big plans for Christmas and they hope you'll come and join them for their special day. -
![Close Your Eyes/Without a Doubt/With This Ring by Robin Jones Gunn]()
Close Your Eyes/Without a Doubt/With This Ring by Robin Jones Gunn
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsHappenstance…or God’s Great Plan? She’s the bold, free-spirited type. She’s cute, she’s fun, and she’s following God... -
![The Secret Journal of Brett Colton by Kay Lynn Mangum]()
The Secret Journal of Brett Colton by Kay Lynn Mangum
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 28 ratingsKathy Colton can t stand her brother, Brett. Her family talks as if he were perfect! All Kathy knows for sure is that Brett is dead. He died of leukemia when he was sixteen and she was only two. But when Kathy turns sixteen, she discovers her brother s hidden journal - a journal written especially for her - and learns about the brother she never knew... -
![The Timepiece by Beverly Lewis]()
The Timepiece by Beverly Lewis
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsAs the only daughter, Sylvia Miller of The Tinderbox has always held a special place in her Old Order family, one Adeline Pelham jeopardizes when she shows up at the Millers' Hickory Hollow farm. It isn't that Adeline means to be a threat, but her very existence is a reminder of the painful secret that has so recently upended the Miller household... -
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The Complete Blueberry Beach Box Set Books 1-8 by Jessie Gussman
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsEscape to Blueberry Beach in this charming collection of sweet, heartwarming romances! Book 1 - Yesterday's When Lindy leaves her workaholic husband and moves with her teenage daughter to their summer cottage on the shores of Lake Michigan, will she find joy and healing with the help of her new neighbors in the town of Blueberry Beach? And when it comes down to a choice between her bright new... -
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![Match Point by Erynn Mangum]()
Match Point by Erynn Mangum
Rated: 4.34 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsMatchmaker Lauren Holbrook is happy after putting together four successful couples. That is, until the tables are turned and she's on the receiving end of the matchmaking! Lauren and her boyfriend, Ryan, devise a plan to make it look as if they've broken up so people will get off their backs about marriage. No problem, right? That's of course until Lauren realizes she's in love. -
![On a Whim by Robin Jones Gunn]()
On a Whim by Robin Jones Gunn
Rated: 4.32 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsWhat s next? Ever since high school, Katie Weldon has wondered what it would be like to be Rick Doyle s girlfriend. As a college senior she s about to find out... -
![Home of Our Hearts by Robin Jones Gunn]()
Home of Our Hearts by Robin Jones Gunn
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsChristy and Todd are looking forward to being part of two important weddings. Christy would never think of missing Katie's big day, even though she's getting married in Kenya. Todd has been waiting his whole life to stand up as the best man for his dad's wedding... -
![Rematch by Erynn Mangum]()
Rematch by Erynn Mangum
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsLauren’s dad may be getting remarried—and Lauren is still looking for the love of her life! Join Lauren on her adventure of caffeine, chocolate, girl talk, and spiritual insights as she continues to search for the right match. -
![Open Your Heart/Time Will Tell/Now Picture This by Robin Jones Gunn]()
Open Your Heart/Time Will Tell/Now Picture This by Robin Jones Gunn
Rated: 4.34 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsHappenstanceâ? ¦or Godâ? s Great Plan? Sheâ? s the bold, free-spirited type. Sheâ? s cute, sheâ? s fun, and sheâ? s following God. Sheâ? s Sierra Jensen, Christy Millerâ? s good friend, ready for. -
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If Only by Richard Paul Evans
If only I could stay with you forever. I would. Eric is having a hard time adjusting to his family’s move from California to Utah. Then one night he discovers a girl Dumpster diving behind the burger joint where he works. Her name is Grace. She’s a classmate and a runaway. Eric and his younger brother, Joel, decide to hide her in their backyard clubhouse... -
![The Connection by Adriana Locke, Ashley Amigoni]()
The Connection by Adriana Locke, Ashley Amigoni
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 22 ratingsHe was the bad boy she didn't need. She was the exception to his rules. When Jada Stanley and Cane Alexander met, it was lust at first sight. As much as they fought it, it became so much more. Now that they've stopped fighting it and made their own rules, a little respite is needed. Las Vegas is the destination of choice. Despite what they say, not everything that happens in Vegas stays there... -
![The 15th of December: A WesLizNickEmilieBaileyCharlie Christmas by Lynn Painter]()
The 15th of December: A WesLizNickEmilieBaileyCharlie Christmas by Lynn Painter
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsWes and Liz and Nick and Emilie and Charlie and Bailey - the whole gang - are out doing holiday things in Omaha TONIGHT - December 15th! ! -
![Letting Go by B.A. Wolfe]()
Letting Go by B.A. Wolfe
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBook # 1. 5 of The Keaton Series. The much anticipated companion novel to Away -- the heart gripping romance about first loves and unforgettable moments. Now experience it all from Jason's point of view in Letting Go. Jason Bradley is a simple, country guy thrust into a life most wouldn't consider normal... -
![Janessa by Kimberly Rae Jordan]()
Janessa by Kimberly Rae Jordan
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThough she’s seen people she’s close to fall in love, Janessa Halverson has no desire to do the same. Janessa was young when she lost her parents, and though she loves the family she’s a part of now, she has no interest in falling in love with someone, only to lose them. And having kids? Nope... -
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![Kodomo no Omocha 03 by Miho Obana, Gualtiero Cannarsi]()
Kodomo no Omocha 03 by Miho Obana, Gualtiero Cannarsi
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsTake one young actress used to getting her way, add a handful of ruthless bullies, some humorous twists, and a plastic toy hammer, and you've got the recipe for one crazy story Kodocha follows the antics of Sana, a spoiled 11-year-old TV star, and Hayama, a 6th grade Machiavelli who terrorizes both his teachers and his classmates... -
![This Quiet Sky by Joanne Bischof]()
This Quiet Sky by Joanne Bischof
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsThere is nothing extraordinary about Tucker O’Shay’s dreams. Go to college. Become president. Fall in love. And pretend like he has enough time to get it all done. Sixteen-year-old Sarah Miller doesn’t expect anything out of the ordinary when she begins her first day at the one-room-school house in her new hometown of Rocky Knob... -
![Can't Let You Go by Jenny B. Jones]()
Can't Let You Go by Jenny B. Jones
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsAn old love whose kisses make her weak, but whose secrets threaten to destroy all she holds dear. .. Fresh out of college, Katie Parker had it all—a charming romance, a role in a famous stage production, and an idyllic life in London. Until she found her boyfriend cheating and got herself fired from the play... -
![Kodomo no Omocha 02 by Miho Obana, Barbara Chies]()
Kodomo no Omocha 02 by Miho Obana, Barbara Chies
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 22 ratings12-year old Sana Kurata is used to getting what she wants - even in love. Ever since she hired her manager, a man 10 years her senior who she calls her "gigalo," she thought it was true love. When Rei shows his feelings for a woman his own age, Sana realizes that Rei's feelings for her are anything but romantic... -
![The Sweetheart List by Jill Shalvis]()
The Sweetheart List by Jill Shalvis
What makes life sweet? When Harper Shaw’s life falls apart, she knows it’s time for a change. She removes everything that doesn’t spark joy—from her soul-sucking job to eating kale to making lists—and sets off for the last place she was happy, Lake Tahoe (who wouldn’t feel good there, right? ) to fulfill her dream of opening her own bakery... -
![One More Wish: Christy & Todd: The Married Years Series by Robin Jones Gunn]()
One More Wish: Christy & Todd: The Married Years Series by Robin Jones Gunn
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAs Christy blows out the 26 candles on her birthday cake, she closes her eyes and makes a wish. Could this be the year that she and Todd finally have a baby? They know that everything will change once they have a child. Are they ready for all the adjustments a new little one would bring? Christy isn't sure... -
![Lost & Found: A Romance by Brooke St. James]()
Lost & Found: A Romance by Brooke St. James
Rated: 4.55 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsJude Tanner came from a humble background. He couldn't believe he was now the owner of a Thoroughbred racehorse. He obviously hoped his colt would be a contender on the road to the Kentucky Derby, but it still surprised him when it actually happened. It was surreal that his dreams were coming true. There were only a few more races before the Derby, and if Mister Everything did well, he had a shot... -
![The Last Christmas Kiss by Jo Bartlett]()
The Last Christmas Kiss by Jo Bartlett
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIt’s been almost six years since tragedy tore Julia and Sam’s relationship apart and the last place they expected to see each other again was in the beautiful Swiss Alps. They can’t avoid the reunion neither of them wanted, when they both accept contracts to work as mountain rescue medics in an exclusive ski resort during the run-up to Christmas... -
![In From the Cold by Sarah Bennett]()
In From the Cold by Sarah Bennett
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 28 ratingsAmelia Riley and Ben Lawson have something in common – fathers who have kept secrets. On the day of his father’s funeral, Ben’s life changes forever when a woman he’s never met shows up claiming to be his sister. As he investigates the past, Ben is shaken to discover that much of his life has been built on a carefully constructed foundation of his father’s lies... -
![Happily Ever Amish by Shelley Shepard Gray]()
Happily Ever Amish by Shelley Shepard Gray
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsCombining the appeal of a small-town Amish setting and favorite romance tropes, New York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray—one of the most beloved voices in inspirational romance—presents the first in a heart-warming new series perfect for fans of Beverly Lewis, Suzanne Woods Fisher, Charlotte Hubbard...Categorized as:
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![Snowflake Kisses by Jordon Greene]()
Snowflake Kisses by Jordon Greene
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsAfter an eventful fall term, Skylar and Jacob are finally together and getting ready to spend their first holiday together. It′s an extra special holiday for Skylar though. It′s his first Christmas with the Grays as part of a real family, and he′s both nervous and excited... -
![Come Friday by Brooke St. James]()
Come Friday by Brooke St. James
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWes Bishop had a real sense of adventure. He left Memphis and moved to London as soon as he graduated high school. It had been nearly seven years since then, and even though Wes missed his family, he was doing really well in England. He had a budding career as a musician and had met the girl of his dreams. He really thought he had everything figured out. Then he met Jolene Wright... -
![Sparks & Embers: A Romance by Brooke St. James]()
Sparks & Embers: A Romance by Brooke St. James
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAutumn Rains went to Lexington, Kentucky on a mission. This was no vacation. She had a very specific goal in mind. Autumn had done research and knew who she would encounter on the Tanner Farm. Photographs of the family were accessible on the internet, so she had an idea of what to expect when she arrived. Autumn was already aware that she would be meeting tall, handsome athletes on her trip... -
![Young & Wild: A Romance by Brooke St. James]()
Young & Wild: A Romance by Brooke St. James
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe golden boy meets his match in the Tanner Family series finale. Tanner Wilde was just that. Wild. He had been working hard and playing harder for so long that he paid no mind to the long line. of heartbroken women he left in his wake. His life seemed full, and he was nowhere near ready. to settle down. Jillian Young was just the opposite... -
![Forever Mason (Beaumont) by Heidi McLaughlin]()
Forever Mason (Beaumont) by Heidi McLaughlin
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe long-awaited prequel to Forever My Girl is here! Mason Powell. Best friend. Boyfriend. Husband. Father. He’s the young man you know but have never met. He’s the man who chose love over friendship. He’s the man who would do anything for his family and friends. He’s the man who stepped up when someone wasn’t there. He’s the man who has a story to tell. Be there when Mason tells his life story... -
![Just for Tonight by Brooke St. James]()
Just for Tonight by Brooke St. James
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMy plans for the summer seemed to be falling apart. Originally, I was going to live outside Chicago, in peace and solitude, while I worked on launching my own business. But then a friend borrowed the money I had set aside for that and suddenly couldn’t pay me back. She came up with an alternate plan, one that involved me spending the summer at a family friend’s cabin in Arkansas... -
![The Rest is History: A Romance by Brooke St. James]()
The Rest is History: A Romance by Brooke St. James
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsI was at a wedding purely for work related connections. Originally, my boyfriend was supposed. to accompany me, but he broke up with me earlier in the day when I discovered that he had. been cheating. So, there I was, alone at a wedding reception on what was not my best day. I was surprised when a handsome stranger sat next to me. I had expected that seat to be empty... -
![The Amish Sign by Mary Lantz]()
The Amish Sign by Mary Lantz
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAn Amish woman seeking her path. A grieving widower unable to forget. A pampered child on the road to ruin. Anna Werngerd is of marriageable age expecting one day to wed Simon Fisher. But when She hears about a position housekeeping and caring for a five year old, Anna agrees to take the job, at least until God gives the guidance she is praying for... -
![Sleighed by the Farmer's Daughter by Deanna Lilly]()
Sleighed by the Farmer's Daughter by Deanna Lilly
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHe thought his holidays were ruined until he was rescued by. .. an elf in Santa’s sleigh. Christmas just got interesting. Seth hasn’t been home for Christmas in over a decade, but now his niece and sister-in-law demand his presence. Last-minute complications at the factory mean driving hours through a snowstorm. One wrong turn, and he finds himself stranded on a farm in the middle of nowhere... -
![Mind the Gap by Erynn Mangum]()
Mind the Gap by Erynn Mangum
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsThe best thing to do when all your dreams get crushed? Pack your bags and head to London. Kate Macon has spent her life preparing to be a teacher and six weeks into her dream come true, everything crashes and burns thanks to budget cuts and a hiring freeze... -
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![A Side Character's Love Story Vol. 12 by Akane Tamura, 田村茜]()
A Side Character's Love Story Vol. 12 by Akane Tamura, 田村茜
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 12 ratings"The long summer is finally at an end, and I've just realized that I don't have much time left as a college student. ". With her job hunt concluded at last, Nobuko accepts a position in Ehime after graduation. Though she enjoys what little time remains of her college life with Hiroki and Fumi, she is constantly plagued with anxiety for the future... -
![A Christmas Wish by Ivy Smoak]()
A Christmas Wish by Ivy Smoak
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsJulia can't help but be a little bit of a Grinch this Christmas. After a painful break up, her little sister showing up with a surprise fiancé wasn't exactly Julia's Christmas wish. Especially when her mother won't stop reminding her that she is currently single. When Julia's mother notices that she's missing an ingredient for cookies, Julia leaps at the opportunity to get away from everyone... -
![The Wind Blows Backward by Mary Downing Hahn]()
The Wind Blows Backward by Mary Downing Hahn
Although they share a love of poetry and problems with their parents, shy Lauren's attraction to popular Spencer is tempered by her fear of his moody, self-destructive side. ". .. hands down, Girl Book of the Year. "-The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books.Categorized as:
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![Sunset Lullaby by Robin Jones Gunn]()
Sunset Lullaby by Robin Jones Gunn
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsSunset Lullaby is Book #3 in the Christy & Todd:The Baby Years Series. These the much loved characters from the modern classic Christy Miller Series have come alive to millions of readers over the last two decades... -
![Hot Cocoa Hearts by Suzanne Nelson]()
Hot Cocoa Hearts by Suzanne Nelson
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsEmery Mason hates the holidays. She’s so over tinsel, secret santas, and excessive cheer. To make matter worse, her parents are forcing her to work—as an elf! —in their Santa photo booth at the mall. Then she meets Alejandro Perez, who works at the hot cocoa shop next door... -
![Hannah's Hope by Karen Kingsbury]()
Hannah's Hope by Karen Kingsbury
Bestselling author Karen Kingsbury offers the final installment in her Red Gloves seriesthe heartwarming tale of a girl whose only wish is to be held by the father she never knew. 15-year-old Hannah Roberts remembers when her father was her closest friend. The image is hazy, though, pulled from her distant childhood memories, and her father is now very cold and distant...
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