A jealous Egyptian queen.A lascivious Galilean governor.How can one servant girl possibly make a difference?An orphan since birth, Lydia lives in the palace at the demand of Cleopatra and her royal child, the son of Julius Caesar.But Lydia’s beauty is becoming a liability to the aging queen, and the visiting Herod’s undisguised interest in Lydia only makes matters worse.When Lydia’s mentor is murdered, the handmaid inherits a daunting task. An ancient set of sealed scrolls, the secret writings of the prophet Daniel, must be returned to Jerusalem–before those who killed her mentor destroy the scrolls as well.Lydia joins Herod the Great’s retinueand soon becomes absorbed in the machinations of his Jerusalem palace.But dark forces, older than Jerusalem itself, are at work.And Lydia has no idea of the true nature of her destiny.

Daughter of parents who counted President Washington as a friend, Sarah had a bright future. Until...she's caught up in a scandal and cast outside society. Three lonely years pass and to start afresh, she forsakes the thirteen United States for faraway French Colonial New Orleans. But sailing south through the pirate-ridden Caribbean is no place for an unprotected lady.Douglas “Mac” McKuen is hired to protect her. Though also outcast, at first he believes the ill-founded gossip. But during the dangerous voyage, the two forge a bond to face whatever comes—as friends. Mac plans to enter the fur trade up Mississippi River between St. Louis and New Orleans. But neither Sarah nor Mac can predict the challenges they will meet in a French colony or on the untamed frontier.Napoleon begins conquering Europe. The events of history--including treason and intrigue--ripple far and cannot be escaped. Unexpectedly Sarah’s past pursues her to New Orleans. She is then forced to decide whether she can trust her heart and life to her friend.This Christian romantic historical by USA Today Bestselling author Lyn Cote will thrust you into authentic Creole New Orleans with all its zest, glamor, and intrigue.A family’s story, a young nation’s history~“This series books by Lyn Cote caused me all kinds of trouble; I had trouble putting each of the four books down in order to get some sleep! Her novels are so well written and researched they are a pleasure to read. I read all four in less than a week.”“Totally engrossing and believable. Adversity, intrigue, love and hate all flowing seamlessly in these early Americans.”

Don’t kiss a friend. No workplace romance. Never date a cowboy. And whatever you do, don’t fall for a guy in a uniform!Prim Midraven has been following her mother’s dating advice for years. You should be able to trust a professional matchmaker, right? Which doesn’t explain why Prim is still painfully single.When her best friend, Deputy Shep Whitaker, organizes a volunteer K-9 search and rescue team at the poverty-stricken reservation where she works, she ignores her mother’s advice (for once) and signs up as his first volunteer. His only volunteer, as it turns out, which is why she can’t simply quit on him after her better judgment kicks in. Sure, he checks every box on the list of things she’s supposed to be avoiding in a relationship, but no biggie. What’s the worst that can happen while working with a guy who's just a friend on a strictly volunteer basis for a few weeks?Apparently, a few things she never considered — like getting caught in the crosshairs of a dangerous enemy together. Oh, and accidentally falling for her hunky friend in uniform... Double oops!Best friend romanceSecret crush times twoEveryone can see itSmall town suspenseK-9 rescue hero

New York Times–Bestselling Author: An undercover lawman must win a woman’s trust in this novel from a RITA and Carol Award finalist.When Texas Ranger Anderson Michaels goes undercover at an animal rescue farm in Texas Hill Country, he lands right in owner Jennifer Rodgers’s path. Before long, he realizes that tracking down his target—a deadly drug-trafficking ring that was responsible for the murder of his captain—may be easier than winning this jaded woman’s trust. Experience has taught Jennifer to keep her distance from adventure seekers. But her life will depend on her ability to push aside her fears—and trust Anderson to keep her safe.Praise for the author“Action and intrigue . . . keeps the suspense going and will keep the reader guessing until the very end.” —Harlequin Junkie“The characters [are] warm and engaging.” —Publishers Weekly

Welcome to charming Honey Brook, Pennsylvania, where bestselling author Ophelia London will bring you on a moving and unforgettable journey through faith, forgiveness, and ultimately love.Everything changed for Esther Miller with the death of her beloved fiancé, Jacob. Even years later, she still struggles with her faith and purpose in the small, tight-knit Amish village of Honey Brook—especially now that her younger sister is getting married. All she wants is to trust in the Lord to help her find peace...but peace is the last thing she gets when Lucas, Jacob’s wayward older brother, returns to town. Lucas Brenneman has been harboring a secret for years—the real reason he never returned from Rumspringa and the truth behind his brother Jacob’s death. Honey Brook still calls to him, but he knows his occupation as a physician’s assistant must take precedence. With sweet and beautiful Esther he finds a comfort he’s never known, and he feels like anything is possible...even forgiveness. But she was Jacob’s bride-to-be first. And if she knew the truth, would she ever truly open her heart to him?

Hunted by one man, can she open her heart to another?If you love historical romance with intrigue, you’ll love The Italian Musician's Sanctuary.Eden Cove, England, 1931—Margherita Vicienzo flees Italy pursued by her former fiancé, a member of Mussolini's Blackshirt. Smuggled illegally into England, Margherita is a foreigner at the mercy of strangers. Her limp from an improperly healed broken leg means she has nothing to offer the Ferryman family, who offer her sanctuary, and nothing to appease their son who resents her presence.Luke Ferryman needs a wife. He wants to marry for love, but carries the weight of his family’s generations-old expectations on his shoulders. Though he inherited the role of both baker and ferryman, he knows he can’t fulfill both needs once his aging grandparents retire. A wife would help, but not an illegal one like the refugee his matchmaking grandmother is harboring.As opposite as night and day, Luke and Margherita forge a tentative friendship that grows despite the constant threat of Margherita's discovery. But when strangers appear in the close-knit seaside town, threatening Luke's livelihood and Margherita’s safety, the choice between justice and mercy becomes harder. And sacrifice proves the only answer.Our House on Sycamore StreetOur House on Sycamore Street is a new multi-author, multi-genre series set in quaint and quirky Eden Cove, an English seaside town with plenty of spirit. With stories of redemption and salvation behind every door, you’re sure to find a new tale of romance, intrigue, humor or heart. All you have to do is knock!The Ferryman's Light by Anna JensenThe Italian Musician's Sanctuary by Danielle GrandinettiThe Outsider's Welcome by Vida Li SikThe Daughter's Truth by Claire LagerwellThe Light Keeper's Wife by Jennifer MistmorganThe Key Collector's Promise by Donna Jo StoneThe Maestro's Missing Melody by Amy WalshThe Niece's Aussie Patient by Meredith ResceThe Runaway's Redemption by Allyson KoekhovenThe Bookbinder's Daughter by Lynn DeanThe Widow's Request by Ashley WinterThe Lost Daughter’s Irishman by Carolyn MillerThe Mother's Song by Caroline JohnstonThe Wedding Planner's Predicament by Dianne J. Wilson