Northern Pines Suspense Series by Roxanne Rustand

How badly can a relationship be broken before there's just no chance to save it? When veterinarian Kate Mathers drives past the scene of a terrible accident and sees two ambulances race away, she whispers a prayer for those involved, not realizing that it's her husband's car in flames down in the ditch and that there was a dead woman in the car with him—a complete stranger. And now Jared is in the ICU on the verge of death, and only a miracle can save him... moreHow badly can a relationship be broken before there's just no chance to save it? When veterinarian Kate Mathers drives past the scene of a terrible accident and sees two ambulances race away, she whispers a prayer for those involved, not realizing that it's her husband's car in flames down in the ditch and that there was a dead woman in the car with him—a complete stranger. And now Jared is in the ICU on the verge of death, and only a miracle can save him. She's at his bedside, trying to face Jared's precarious situation and also deal with the fact that someone is targetting both her husband and her veterinary practice, and wondering how the most perfect, joyous marriage could have gone wrong. Or did it? If only they can have one more chance to talk and to forgive, and one more dance in each other's arms…. ONE MORE DANCE is a new 2021 version of SAVE THE LAST DANCE. It is updated and revised to be a clean and wholesome (sweet) romantic suspense. Note: some sellers may still show a cover with a bouquet for One More Dance, but the newest cover shows a woman and dog. These are still the same book. less

What happens when your perfect summer plans are turned upside down? When Abby Cahill takes a job as an interim Director of Nursing in a small, idyllic Wisconsin town, she thinks she's planned everything perfectly—until she arrives and finds that her temporary summer home has just burned to the ground. There isn't even a tent available within a thirty miles radius of the busy tourist town... moreWhat happens when your perfect summer plans are turned upside down? When Abby Cahill takes a job as an interim Director of Nursing in a small, idyllic Wisconsin town, she thinks she's planned everything perfectly—until she arrives and finds that her temporary summer home has just burned to the ground. There isn't even a tent available within a thirty miles radius of the busy tourist town. And after she takes in Belle, a thin, abandoned dog, not one landlord or motel owner will even add her to their waiting list. When wildlife biologist Ethan Rockwell arrives in the ER with severe lacerations, he refuses transfer for emergency surgery until Abby offers to take care of his young son. He's a handsome, solitary man who needs her help during his recovery as much as she needs a home where she can also keep Belle. It's a perfect situation, right? Until she has to deal with his flock of ornery goats, a herd of cattle escaping, and a litter of new puppies born while Ethan is away. And then there's the mysterious person at the hospital who is trying to destroy her professional reputation, and a dangerous stranger lurking in the shadows. .. Roxanne Rustand is the USA Today Bestselling author of forty romance and romantic suspense novels—secular, sweet and inspirational. Her books have sold over 2. 75 million copies. less

A disillusioned lawyer searching for a quiet life in a small town inadvertently ends up sharing his elderly aunt’s vacant house with a woman who has secrets to hide from her troubled past, a young daughter, and a menagerie of epic proportions. What could possibly go wrong? Humor, romance. .. and a mystery! Roxanne Rustand is the USA Today Bestselling author of forty romance and romantic suspense novels—both inspirational, and Clean & Wholesome. Her books have sold over 2... moreA disillusioned lawyer searching for a quiet life in a small town inadvertently ends up sharing his elderly aunt’s vacant house with a woman who has secrets to hide from her troubled past, a young daughter, and a menagerie of epic proportions. What could possibly go wrong? Humor, romance. .. and a mystery! Roxanne Rustand is the USA Today Bestselling author of forty romance and romantic suspense novels—both inspirational, and Clean & Wholesome. Her books have sold over 2. 75 million copies. less

SHE WANTS TO FULFILL A LIFELONG DREAM. SHE DOESN'T EXPECT IT TO ENDANGER HER LIFE. With her daughter starting college far from home and her job ending, widow Lucy Brookes wants one big adventure before starting over. SHE FINDS A LOST PUP THAT LEADS HER INTO DANGER. .. The stray puppy on Waikiki Beach looks so bedraggled that she can't help but pick him to try to find his owner. When she meets a kind, handsome man on the beach who offers to help her, sparks fly... moreSHE WANTS TO FULFILL A LIFELONG DREAM. SHE DOESN'T EXPECT IT TO ENDANGER HER LIFE. With her daughter starting college far from home and her job ending, widow Lucy Brookes wants one big adventure before starting over. SHE FINDS A LOST PUP THAT LEADS HER INTO DANGER. .. The stray puppy on Waikiki Beach looks so bedraggled that she can't help but pick him to try to find his owner. When she meets a kind, handsome man on the beach who offers to help her, sparks fly. But after she witnesses a murder, her life turns upside down. AND NOW SHE'S THE TARGET OF A DANGEROUS MAN WHO WANTS TO SEE HER DEAD. less

Has she just made the worst decision of her life? Her husband walked out on her and their three, recently adopted children--children who desperately need a sense of security. The children are her world, and she will do anything to keep them safe. So now she has moved far away to a quaint small town in Northern Wisconsin, to start her new career as the administrator of Blackberry Hill Hospital. But all is not what it seemed when she took the job. The hospital death count is rising... moreHas she just made the worst decision of her life? Her husband walked out on her and their three, recently adopted children--children who desperately need a sense of security. The children are her world, and she will do anything to keep them safe. So now she has moved far away to a quaint small town in Northern Wisconsin, to start her new career as the administrator of Blackberry Hill Hospital. But all is not what it seemed when she took the job. The hospital death count is rising. And when a man from her past shows up, she must keep a dark secret from him. .. or risk everything she holds dear. Start reading today and stay up all night! By USA Bestselling author Roxanne Rustand,. author of over forty novels, with over 2. 9 million copies sold. less

The last thing she'd expected was to see her husband back in town. He'd wanted to start a family. Jill wanted to wait. Just for a while, while she established her medical practice in this small town. But in the midst of that uncertainty, he'd simply walked out. Or was it really that simple? Forgiveness is hard. But perhaps, still harboring unspoken hope for a second chance, neither filed for divorce. Yet... moreThe last thing she'd expected was to see her husband back in town. He'd wanted to start a family. Jill wanted to wait. Just for a while, while she established her medical practice in this small town. But in the midst of that uncertainty, he'd simply walked out. Or was it really that simple? Forgiveness is hard. But perhaps, still harboring unspoken hope for a second chance, neither filed for divorce. Yet. Now he's back in town, with an unknown enemy whose threats are escalating against them both. And then one night changes everything. .. Start reading now, and stay up all night. Roxanne Rustand is an award-winning, USA Today Bestselling author with over 2. 9 million books sold. **PLEASE NOTE**. None of my books ever end with "cliff hangers. " Each is a complete story by itself. However, there are three titles within this Northern Pines Suspense series that do have a closer relationship, and reading them in this order would be more logical as far as a few plot details are. DANGEROUS MOVE. DANGEROUS SECRETS. DANGEROUS INTENT. I just discovered two errors regarding the names of children in Dangerous Intent. If you purchased it after July 15th, it is revised and corrected. But if you purchased it prior to July 15, 2024, you can easily get the newest version free by going to your Kindle Content on Amazon, and clicking on the title for the update. Many apologies for any confusion. My face is red! less

Claire has inherited her sister's small, rustic resort on Lake Superior. Given her business experience in New York, running it won't be much of a challenge. Right? The cabins and quirky guests she can manage. She hopes. But now she has guardianship of her orphaned five-year-old nieces and their rebellious brother. With no experience as a mom, can she help them feel secure and happy once more? The children and their more unusual pets make life interesting... moreClaire has inherited her sister's small, rustic resort on Lake Superior. Given her business experience in New York, running it won't be much of a challenge. Right? The cabins and quirky guests she can manage. She hopes. But now she has guardianship of her orphaned five-year-old nieces and their rebellious brother. With no experience as a mom, can she help them feel secure and happy once more? The children and their more unusual pets make life interesting. But when Logan, her late sister's first husband, shows up at her door and pushes her to sell the property back to him, everything changes. Someone is threatening her. .. She might feel a simmering attraction to him, but is Logan behind it, trying to drive her away? Or is it someone else. .. someone who will stop at nothing to get what he wants? And now, the danger is rising. Lake Superior's North Shore is stunningly beautiful. But it can erupt with incredible, deadly force when a N'Easter slams into its rocky cliffs. A massive storm is on its way. And life just might depend on knowing who to trust. Roxanne Rustand is the USA Today Bestselling author of over forty romantic suspense and mystery novels in both Clean and Christian categories, with over 2. 9 million copies sold. less

A TERRIBLE SECRET. A SECOND CHANCE. AND A HOPE FOR A CHRISTMAS MIRACLE, IF THEY CAN JUST HEAL THEIR PAST. .. After a painful divorce, small-town bookstore owner, Beth Carrigan, has rebuilt a quiet life in northern Wisconsin. The last thing she expects is her ex-husband Devlin—a decorated Marine—coming back with life-changing news: his late mother’s will binds them together for six months with a shocking ultimatum... moreA TERRIBLE SECRET. A SECOND CHANCE. AND A HOPE FOR A CHRISTMAS MIRACLE, IF THEY CAN JUST HEAL THEIR PAST. .. After a painful divorce, small-town bookstore owner, Beth Carrigan, has rebuilt a quiet life in northern Wisconsin. The last thing she expects is her ex-husband Devlin—a decorated Marine—coming back with life-changing news: his late mother’s will binds them together for six months with a shocking ultimatum. To secure the future they each desperately need—Beth’s beloved bookstore and Dev’s full inheritance—they must work side by side for six months to manage his mother’s stately home, now a temporary refuge for down-on-their-luck residents. It's a daunting mission that requires compassion, cooperation. .. and working together despite their painful divorce. But someone doesn’t want them to succeed. A string of "accidents" becomes increasingly dangerous. Sabotage, secrets, and a long-held grudge threaten not just their second chance at love but the lives of others. This Christmas, healing a broken heart will be the least of her worries. Roxanne Rustand. USA TODAY Bestselling author of over forty novels,. with over 2. 9 copies sold. The Northern Pines Suspense series: Clean, heart-warming romance, mystery, and suspense set in quaint, picturesque small towns nestled amongst the beautiful lakes, bluffs, and river country of northern Wisconsin. It's a charming, peaceful place to live, where you might just find an unexpected chance at love. Though not everything is as it seems. For danger might be lurking. .. less

From USA Today best-selling author Roxanne Rustand comes another heartwarming, character-driven small-town romance in her popular Northern Pines series. This is a clean, faith-friendly romance with just a light touch of suspense. Sophie is a widowed mom focused on her child, but with forced proximity and her job at stake, can opposites attract and become an unexpected chance at love? She’s fighting for stability. He’s hiding from the world... moreFrom USA Today best-selling author Roxanne Rustand comes another heartwarming, character-driven small-town romance in her popular Northern Pines series. This is a clean, faith-friendly romance with just a light touch of suspense. Sophie is a widowed mom focused on her child, but with forced proximity and her job at stake, can opposites attract and become an unexpected chance at love? She’s fighting for stability. He’s hiding from the world. Can two broken hearts find healing—together? Sophie Alexander has always been the strong one—holding her family together after heartbreak, raising her young son, and caring for her ailing grandfather. Now, as a newly graduated physical therapist, she longs for stability and a permanent job in Aspen Creek. A grumpy-sunshine clash—. Her greatest challenge comes in the form of her most difficult patient: Dr. Josh McLaren. Once a respected physician, Josh has retreated from the world, bitter and broken after a devastating past. Josh’s guarded bitterness meets Sophie’s unshakable warmth in a battle of wills that sparks undeniable chemistry. A second chance at happiness—When Sophie discovers that Josh’s pain is tied to the same tragedy that scarred her own family, their lives collide in ways neither expected. To move forward, they must confront old wounds, risk their hearts, and embrace the possibility of healing—together. A heartfelt story of second chances, family, and the power of love to heal even the deepest scars. less